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Lucille R Henry - September 20, 1943 - May 02, 2021

Departed: 05/02/2021 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Lucille Rae Kaenel, daughter of John "Jack" and Bessie (Verley) Kaenel, was born September 20, 1943 at home in Chester, NE. She passed away on May 2, 2021 in Geneva, NE at the age of 77. She attended public school in Hebron, NE until her senior year. She graduated from Fairbury High School in 1961. She married George Gerdes on December 27, 1960. To this union four children were born: Patty, Charlotte, George and Chance. They made their home in the Davenport area. She owned and operated Lucille’s Beauty Shop from 1966 to 2020. In the early 2000s, Lucille purchased the Base Hit Bar. She married Gene Henry on September 9, 2002. After a fire destroyed the bar in February 2011, she was adamant to rebuild for her community. She continued to run the bar until September 2015.　 Lucille is survived by her children Pat (Gerdes) Norris of Denton, NE, Charlotte (Gerdes) Sell and husband, Stuart, George Gerdes, and Chance Gerdes, all of Davenport, NE; grandchildren Anna (Sell) Elting, and husband Reuben of Davenport, NE, Jerrod Sell and fiancé Yaroslava Gubareva of Moscow, Russia, and Conrad Sell and wife, Chelsea, of Strang, NE; and great-grandchildren Rexton, Raylan and Rory Elting. She is also survived by sister Linda (VonKaenel) Arnold and husband Mike, of Gallatin, MO, and many special people she included as her family.　 Lucille was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Gene; brothers, Robert, George Harold, Lester, and Dale; sisters, Jacqueline (in infancy) and Phyllis Hallman; and son-in-law, Patrick Norris. Memorials established to Davenport Public Library

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Joe H. Keim - November 19, 1935 - January 29, 2021

Departed: 01/29/2021 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Joe Keim will be remembered as someone who never slowed down in his later years -- partly because he never went anywhere very fast. He always had a destination and he always had one more thing he had to get done. But his destinations and his chores never got in the way of taking time for anyone: family, neighbors, and friends. And, for Joe Keim, a stranger was simply a friend he didn’t know yet.

Joe Keim passed away on January. 29th, 2021 on his farm near Davenport, Nebraska at the age of 85. He had spent the morning having coffee with friends, getting a haircut, and driving a friend home from the hospital. His final moments were on his tractor -- where he always felt most at home.

Joe Keim was born at home on another farm near Davenport, Nebraska to John Keim and Mildred (Marshall) Keim on November 19, 1935. When his grandfather Henry Keim died in 1941, his parents moved the family to the farm just west of Davenport on Highway 4. Joe was five, and the house and farm would be his home for the next 80 years.

Joe attended a one-room schoolhouse, the Ranch Country School until seventh grade when it closed. This meant he didn’t have to take the 8th-grade exams in Nelson like his older sister. Instead, he started eighth grade at Davenport Community School in 1947 and graduated from Davenport High School in 1953.

During the winter months, when farm work was slower, he attended the Lincoln School of Commerce in Lincoln, NE. However, his father’s failing health meant that he found himself spending more time taking care of the farm.

Joe met Georgia Lou Bice of Carelton, Nebraska, while in high school. He said she was “Really a good looking gal.” She stole his heart and they married on November 25th, 1956, moving into his parents’ home on the farm as they moved into a place in town.

Their four children, David, Kathy, James, and Patricia were the focus of many of his activities when he wasn’t farming. His children fondly remember nights lit up by combines and grain trucks, sandwiches on a pickup tailgate, and the smell of harvest corn and coffee from a Thermos. They say the land remembers. If it does, the land remembers a man who loved his work as much as his wife, was blessed to share that work with both his father and his oldest son, grew his crops in rows that were as straight and honest as the man himself, and stayed as close to that land as he could for the whole of his life.

His commitments included serving as a member and a few years as President of the Davenport School Board. He was also a member of the Davenport Lions Club and an active member of the Davenport United Methodist Church. Joe described himself as man who “never did much.” But family, neighbors, and friends will remember him as someone who did almost everything -- if there was anything or anyone who needed help.

His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren, great-granddaughter, and children of nieces, nephews, and neighbors that he loved like grandchildren.

Perhaps his only regret was not having more time to see them all grow into the kind and caring adults he knows they will be. Joe is survived by his son, David Keim, wife, Janice (Nunnenkamp) Keim, granddaughter Dona Keim, and great-granddaughter, Briella Keim of Sutton, NE; his daughter, Kathy Keim of Bartlesville, OK; his son, James Keim, wife, Christi (Ehresman) Keim, and grandchildren Mason and Ava Keim of Lincoln, NE; his daughter, Trish (Keim) Thorell, husband, Mike Thorell, and twin granddaughters, Elin and Olivia Thorell of Omaha, NE; his sisters Margaret Keim of Lincoln and Betty Keim of Yonkers, New York, his sister-in-law Helen Garrels and husband Dennis Garrels, of Grand Island, NE.

Joe was preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Keim, his parents John and Mildred (Marshall) Keim; and his sister Nancy (Keim) Sanburg and Ron Sanburg of Kansas City; and sister-in-law, Wanda Tegtmeier and brother-in-law, Oscar Tegtmeier of Davenport.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 5, 2021 at 1:30 PM at the Davenport United Methodist Church. The service will be recorded and possibilities for a livestream are being explored. Out of respect for Joe’s wishes, the family requests family and close friends who attend to observe social distancing guidelines and wear masks. Extended viewing times will be available on Thursday from 1:00-8:00 at the funeral home in Davenport and again on Friday morning before the funeral for those who wish to avoid contact at the funeral.

Memorial gifts will be designated later in honor of Joe and Georgia Keim by the family to benefit the Davenport community as Joe and Georgia had a long list of things they enjoyed supporting.

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Sue Ellen Mosier - April 06, 1946 - January 20, 2021

Departed: 01/20/2021 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Sue Ellen McCubbin Mosier was born April 6, 1946 in Fayetteville, Arkansas to William and Mary Sue McCubbin. The family moved to Verdigre, Nebraska in 1951, then to Nelson a year later.  She went to Nelson school until 6th grade then they moved to Davenport where she graduated in 1964. She then went on to Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital School of Nursing for 2 years where she graduated in 1967 as a registered nurse. On September 3, 1966 she was married to her high school sweetheart Verlin Mosier. They lived in Hastings for a short time before they moved back to Davenport. In the beginning of August, 1973 they added to their family by adopting a daughter Michelle at the age of 3 weeks. Sue continued to use her education as a nurse through most of her adult life working for several of the local nursing homes. When she was no longer using her nursing degree she had several hobbies that kept her occupied. Many will remember her great baking skills especially the famous angel food cake and milky way cake with the wonderful fudgy frosting. Sue also enjoyed doing cross stitch patterns and has many intricate pieces hanging on the walls. She was involved in church groups and the local bridge club for many years. Sue was a loving Mother and Grandmother and always enjoyed our large family meals together. Sue passed away on January 20, 2021 and is survived by her husband Verlin Mosier of Davenport; brother Chris McCubbin and wife Lynette Alcorn of Austin, TX; daughter Michelle Galaway of Edgar, NE; Grandchildren, Harrison Galaway of Davenport, NE, Foster Galaway of DePauw, IN, Samantha, Claire, Oliver, Peggy Sue and Eli Galaway all of Edgar, NE; Great Grandson Decan Galaway of DePauw, IN, and many other family and close friends. She will be dearly missed by all.

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Artha "Annie" Ficken - December 31, 1930 - December 24, 2020

Departed: 12/24/2020 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Artha Irene (Kretchman) Ficken, daughter of Frank Burdette Kretchman and Bessie Imogene (Striggow) Kretchman was born December 31, 1930 in the Hebron, NE hospital.  She was baptized October 4, 1931 in Christ Lutheran Church in Davenport, NE by Rev. John Hershey and confirmed June 4, 1944 by Rev. Henry Dumler. Annie attended District 65 Pleasant Hill Country School southeast of Davenport, NE for 8 years.  She then attended Davenport High School for 4 years.  She taught country school southwest of Deshler, NE for 2 years, and stayed during the week with the Herbert & Hulda Pohlmann family. She was united in marriage to Raymond Edward Ficken at Christ Lutheran Church on May 28, 1950 by Rev. Henry Dumler.  She joined the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in 1950. To the union were born two children, Roxann Rae and Martin Dale. The family lived in the Sedan area, then on the John Keim farm near the Little Blue River near Oak, and then moved to the east edge of Davenport where she lived until 2019.  At that time, she moved to Denton, TX to be nearer to her children. She belonged to LWML, Home Engineers Extension Club, Davenport Bible Study Group, and TOPS Club.  Later, she also participated in a Bible Class led by Pastor Patrick Flynn.  She was well known as a resource for cat information and cared for numerous furry friends during her lifetime. Annie passed away on December 24, 2020 from COVID-related causes. Preceding her in death were her husband, Raymond Ficken, in 2003, her parents, Frank and Bessie Kretchman, Raymond’s parents, Fred and Meta Ficken, sister, Vada Joyce Pearson, brothers-in-law, Robert Pearson, Victor Rohr, Edwin Ficken, and Ervin Ficken, sister-in-law, Berdina Ficken, and nephew, Rick Henkel. Surviving her are daughter and son-in-law, Roxann Rae and Leroy Brennfoerder of Argyle, TX, son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Martin Dale and Shari Ficken of Flatonia, TX.  Also surviving her are her grandchildren, Jennifer Elise and her husband, Barry Fox of Argyle, TX, Casi Lynn Ficken of San Antonio, TX, Andrew Todd Brennfoerder of Seoul, South Korea, Martin Dale Ficken, Jr. and his fiancé, Kirby of Seguin, TX, and Joseph Robert Ficken of Austin, TX, as well as her great-granddaughters Audrey Elise Fox and Addyson Jane Fox of Argyle, TX, her nephew, James Pearson of Davenport, NE, her brother-in-law Robert Henkel of Davenport, NE, sisters-in-law Marie Rohr of Fairbury, NE, Elaine Henkel of Davenport, NE, and Donna Ficken of Colby, KS, many nieces and nephews, good friends and many furry cats and kittens.

Memorials to Critters Care, Clay Center, NE or Capital Humane Society, Lincoln, NE in care of the family.

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Constance E. Cogger - July 08, 1937 - September 03, 2020

Departed: 09/03/2020 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Constance Eloise Cogger, 82, Southern Shores, NC passed away September 3, 2020. She was born on July 8, 1937 in the Hildreth, Minden, Nebraska area. Connie was the daughter of Reverend Henry Dumler and Elsie Margueritte Paulsen, sister to Kenneth Dumler, Martin Dumler, Corinne Weyhrich and Elsie Holtzen. She will be forever remembered by her older brother Richard Dumler; husband Bill Cogger; daughters Janine Macomber, Julie Robinson, and Caroline Francese and their spouses Paul, Rex and Tony; and five grandchildren, Kelcie Macomber, Emily Robinson, Ian (Will) Macomber, and Rocco Frances, whom she cherished. Being raised in Davenport, Nebraska, Connie attended the community High School. As an accomplished soprano singer and daughter of a Lutheran minister, she competed in local singing competitions and was a member of the church choir. Following high school, Connie attended Midland College in Fremont, Nebraska and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Nebraska, Omaha. After graduating in 1960, she began working as a full time nurse in Denver, CO, Rome, NY and Arvada, CO. Connie took a break to raise her three daughters and then re-entered the work force as a Hospice Care nurse in Boca Raton, FL. She retired in 2002 and relocated to Southern Shores in the Outer Banks, NC. She was an active member at Grace Lutheran Church by the sea and was a member of the Outer Banks Choir. Connie was generous, funny, and beloved by her friends and family. Her compassion for those less fortunate was central to her beliefs and she was a fervent supporter of the Lutheran World Relief Fund charity. Her sense of humor, infectious laugh, and love of family created many unforgettable and precious memories, vacations and celebrations. Connie lived an amazing life and created a legacy to be proud of. Throughout a lengthy illness, and the challenges that come with aging, she maintained her wry sense of humor and knowing smile up until her parting. Her family takes comfort in knowing she is whole again and with loved ones who went before her as well as her Lord and Savior who were central to her life.

Following Connie’s passing, a well attended Memorial service was held September 6, 2020 at Grace Lutheran Church, Southern Shores, NC. A Memorial service for Connie in Davenport will be held 10:00 am Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Christ Lutheran Church with Pastor Beth Reinger officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Davenport City Cemetery. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Lutheran World Relief at, lwr.org.

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Donald G Vorce - June 13, 1931 - July 12, 2020

Departed: 07/12/2020 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Donald Gene Vorce was born June 13, 1931 in Tobias, Nebraska to Clarence Marion Vorce and Maude Amy (Eastman) Vorce.  He attended Tobias Public Schools, played basketball for the Tobias High School Tigers, and graduated high school (at age 16) with the class of 1948.  Following graduation, Don spent time working on the railroad before enlisting in the United States Navy in January 1951.  His Korean War experiences in the Pacific theater with the Navy’s 7th Fleet included assignments aboard the USS New Jersey, USS Wisconsin and USS Iowa battleships.  Portions of his Navy service were spent in San Diego, Japan, and the Marshall Islands, where he was a witness to history on March 1, 1954, when the first Hydrogen explosive device was detonated at the Bikini-Eniwetok Atomic testing area.  Radio communication was Don’s specialty. Having received training in Morse Code, a portion of his job was decoding encrypted radio messages for routing to the appropriate Naval officers.  Don was honorably discharged in December 1954 as a Radioman Petty Officer 2nd Class.  He returned to Nebraska, settling in the Davenport area and began his farming career. Don was confirmed and baptized at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Davenport, on February 14, 1956.  He served on numerous boards and was a member of the church’s Voter’s Assembly. In November 1965, he was introduced to Arlene Wiechman.  Realizing that God had made them for each other, on April 10, 1966, Don and Arlene were married in Barnes, Kansas.  Their union was blessed with two children. Don farmed until 1991, when he and Arlene moved into town.  He continued to help other farmers during planting and harvest seasons. Don’s love of Morse Code led to an amateur radio hobby which allowed him to make contacts with other enthusiasts in all 50 states and around the world, using his locally famous “N0NEN” call sign.  He loved to play the button accordion, and brought joy to many with his musical performances at senior centers, nursing homes and Czech festivals. He served Davenport VFW Post 10579 as its Commander for many years, and also Davenport American Legion Post 335 as Adjutant. Don’s kindness, sense of humor, service to others, honesty and integrity all combined to leave a legacy that touched more lives then he could have ever realized.

He passed away Sunday, July 12, 2020 in Hebron, Nebraska, at the age of 89, with the love of his life, Arlene, at his side. Don was preceded in death by his parents, brother Marvin and wife Arleen, sister Vernita and husband Harvey Lipker, and brother-in-law Don Bennett. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 54 years, Arlene of Davenport, son Dale Vorce (Anne), Glenwood, Iowa, daughter Janet (Paul) Grovert, Shellsburg, Iowa and 8 grandchildren, Nathan and Hannah Vorce, Caitlin, Colton, Curtis and Cora Pestel, and Jenna and Nora Grovert, sister Carol Bennett, Florissant, Missouri, brothers-in-law, Alvin (Lois) Wiechman, Salina, KS, Richard (LaVonne) Wiechman, Marysville, KS and Don (Marcy) Wiechman, Longmont, CO and many nieces and nephews and friends.

Visitation with family will be on Friday, July 17th from 6-8 PM at Urbauer Funeral Home, Davenport.  Funeral services will be held at 9:30 AM, Saturday, July 18, 2020 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Davenport with Pastor Gregg Schaffer officiating.  Burial with military rites will follow at the St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Davenport. A lunch will be served afterwards at the Davenport Community Building.

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Anna M Hinds - November 11, 1928 - October 19, 2019

Departed: 10/19/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Anna Mae Hinds, daughter of Luther Orville and Lucy Ann Mahan (Gleason), was born in Leach, Oklahoma on November 11, 1928. She was called home to Heaven on October 19, 2019 at Rose Vista Home in Woodbine, Iowa, at the age of 90 years, 11 months, and 8 days. She was the fifth of 7 children and the last surviving member of her family. She spent the first few years of her life in Oklahoma, eventually moving to the western part of Iowa. As a young woman, she taught country school, earning her teaching certification during summer sessions at the University of Northern Iowa. She later taught 6th grade at DeForest School in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She was united in marriage to Richard H. Thompson on June 6, 1954. Richard and Anna, along with 3 or 4 other couples, began meeting together to worship the Lord in Council Bluffs, the origination of the Council Bluffs Church of Christ. The couple was blessed with four daughters, Beverly, Catherine, Denise, and Sandra.  Richard died in a drowning accident in February of 1964, leaving Anna to raise her 4 young children.  B.C. Ballard, a minister who had been preaching in Davenport, Nebraska, and then in Council Bluffs, introduced Anna to Willard Hinds.  This introduction led to wedding bells on June 16, 1967.  They were blessed with the addition of son, Russell, in 1970. There was never any feeling of ‘step’ in their family. The Hinds family continued their farm life in Davenport. Ann spent her time raising children, her large garden, and yearly brood of chickens. She taught cooking and sewing at home and with 4-H clubs. She taught Sunday School and VBS for years. She was active with Extension Club and Achievement Board. She became Willard’s partner in farming, often helping to move equipment or driving grain trucks. She was a hard-working woman with her faith in God being a center-post of her being. Anna was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Willard Hinds, her parents, brothers: Virgil (Nadine), Floyd (Consuelo), Raymond (Helen), Luther Alvin (Rita), Leo (Pat) Mahan, sister: Dessie (Lawrence Jackson) Dasher, son-in-law, Loren D. Renz. She is survived by her children and their families: Beverly and David Fulbright, Colin and Nicole Fulbright; Gavin and Oliver (great-grandsons); Cameron, and Devon. Catherine Renz, Nathan and Jennifer Renz, Izaak and Acianna (great-grandchildren); Kyle Renz, Melissa and Jacub Hazen, William (great-grandson), Denise and Michael Howard, Natalie Howard, Sandra and Alan Walters, Kendall, Brenna, Campbell Walters. Russell Hinds, Ryan and Amanda Hinds, Willard (great-grandson); Trevor, Sara Hinds. Sisters-in-law, Nadine Mahan, Consuelo Roundy, Rita Christoffersen, Pat Mahan, Doris Marr, as well as many other family and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at 10:30 am at the Church of Christ in Davenport, Nebraska. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 25, 2019, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Urbauer-Price Funeral Home in Davenport. Interment will be in the Davenport City Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to Urbauer-Price Funeral Home, 100 So. Linden Ave., Davenport, Nebraska 68335 or in care of priceurbauerahrendts.com. Urbauer-Price Funeral Home of Davenport, Nebraska in charge of arrangements.

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Don A Holmes - September 19, 1946 - October 15, 2019

Departed: 10/15/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Don Alan Holmes was born September 19, 1946 in Deshler, Nebraska to Harry and Evelyn (Harmes) Holmes. He passed away on October 15, 2019 at his home on the farm.

He was one of five children. He lived by Byron, Nebraska until 1956 when the family moved to a farm 5 ½ miles south of Davenport, Nebraska.

He graduated from Davenport Community Schools in 1964. He went on to UNL where he received his bachelor's degree in Agricultural and Mechanical Engineering in 1970.

He joined the US Army in 1970. He served 19 months of active duty in the Vietnam war. He served 4 more years in the Army Reserves before being honorable discharged in 1976.

When he returned home from the war, he helped run the family farm. He farmed until 1996. He was a self taught man. He enjoyed his machine tools, raising animals, hunting, fishing and flying, which he learned through the GI Bill program.

He was united in marriage to Kathleen Marie Pomeroy on March 17, 1979 in Sutton, Nebraska at the Sutton Catholic Church. To this union, one daughter was born, Lenora Holmes.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen, his parents, Harry and Evelyn, and sister, Shirley Joan Hobelman.

He is survived by his daughter, Lenora Holmes of Hastings, Ne, brother, Elmer (Diane) Holmes of Byron, Ne, sisters, Julia Bryant of Bettendorf, IA, and Cynthia (Duane) Meade of Normal, Ill, many nieces and nephews, a host of very dear friends, and his little fur buddy, Paco.

A Memorial service with Military Honors will be held at 11:00am Friday, December 6, 2019 at the Oak Community Church, Oak Nebraska. Family inurnment will be in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Urbauer-Price Funeral Home, Davenport, Nebraska has presented this obituary for the Holmes family.

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Marilyn J Ahrens - August 14, 1930 - August 18, 2019

Departed: 08/18/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Marilyn Joan Coney Ahrens, the daughter of Charles Edward Coney and Matilda Dorothy (Carlsen) Coney, was born August 14, 1930, in Carroll, Nebraska. She departed this life on August 18, 2019, at Parkview Haven Nursing Home in Deshler, Nebraska, at the age of 89. Marilyn grew up on the family farm at rural Pilger, Nebraska, and was the eldest of eight children. Growing up in the 1930s, she was a great help with chores on the farm and with her younger siblings, and had many stories to tell about life on the farm. Marilyn was confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pilger, Nebraska. She attended country school at District 18 in Stanton County and Pilger High School, graduating in 1948. After graduating from high school, she completed Normal Training and began teaching at a country school in Stanton County. She moved to Lincoln with her sister, Nancy and taught at School District 51 in Seward County near Garland, Nebraska. At that time, she met Donald Ahrens and they were married on May 10, 1953, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pilger, Nebraska. This union of 63 years was blessed with two daughters, Patricia Kay and Cheryl Fay. Following their marriage, Don and Marilyn resided for a short time in Lincoln and Seward, Nebraska. In 1954, they moved to rural Davenport and in 1957, they moved into the town of Davenport, where they made their home.

In 1962, Marilyn returned to teaching at Carleton Public School in Carleton, Nebraska. Marilyn continued her education at Wayne State College and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, commuting to Lincoln during the school year and summers to achieve her degree. Marilyn graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She went on to teach at Edgar Elementary School-Sandy Creek Public Schools until her retirement in 1995. Marilyn was a dedicated teacher who cared deeply about her students, and she had many wonderful memories of her students and fellow teachers.

In her retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, attending school activities, ballgames, plays, and music and church programs. She loved gardening, canning, and was an excellent cook and baker. Holiday dinners were very special around Don and Marilyn’s large dining room table. She enjoyed traveling with Don to south Texas in the winters, and attending music jams and visiting with friends were highlights for her. Marilyn was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Davenport, Nebraska, and a member of the Nebraska State Education Association, Delta Kappa Gamma, Hastings Area Retired Teachers Association, and the Davenport Woman’s Club. Marilyn moved to Parkview Haven Nursing Home in Deshler, Nebraska, in October 2018.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers, Stanley Lee Coney, Charles Eugene Coney, and Rolland Stephen Coney; sisters, Nancy Ann Coney Funk, Carol Ruth Coney James, and Donna Mae Coney Firkins; brothers-in-law, LeRoy James and Leonard Ahrens; and sisters-in-law, Norma Coney and Marcelene Ahrens. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Keleman of Hebron and Cheryl Walburn of Lincoln; grandchildren, Brett Walburn and wife Melissa of Lincoln, Jerod Walburn and wife Molly of Santa Monica, CA, Brittany Walburn, Casey Pratt, and Carson Pratt, all of Lincoln; brother, Larry Coney of Onawa, IA; brothers-in-law, Norman Firkins of Omaha and Larry Funk of Akaska, SD; sisters-in-law, Jearleen Coney of Onawa, IA and Hannah Coney of Ames, IA; nieces, nephews, and a host of relatives.

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Marilyn E. Pearson - February 08, 1924 - August 06, 2019

Departed: 08/06/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Marilyn Ema (Berkey) Pearson, daughter of Ray S. Berkey and Gladys Geneva (Lambert) Berkey was born February 8, 1924 near Davenport, NE and passed from this life Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at the age of 95 years, 5 months and 29 days. She was baptized and confirmed at Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport, NE. She attended country school in District 87 in Fillmore County and graduated from Davenport High School in 1941. Marilyn had normal training in high school which allowed her to teach school. She taught school until May 1944. On March 26, 1944 Marilyn married Arvid Pearson at Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport, NE, where they celebrated 73 years of marriage. To this union five children were born; Jean Loree, Randall Ray, Virginia Kay, Judith Diane and Ronn Sterling. Marilyn’s favorite pastime was riding horses from childhood on. Her favorite times were spent cooking for her family and baking pies and cinnamon rolls. She loved doing embroidery work all her life and especially in her later years, even up until the time of her death. She will be forever remembered by her children, Jean and Rod Miller, Dundas, MN, Randy and Pam Pearson, Geneva, NE, Virginia (Jill) and Wayne Biltoft, Custer, SD, Judy and Steve Reinke, York, NE, and Ronn and Carol Pearson, Davenport, NE, 17 Grandchildren, 32 Great Grandchildren and one Great-Great Grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her 3 siblings, son-in-law Rene’ Molthan, Granddaughter Cassidy Hoffschneider and the love of her life for 73 years, Arvid. Marilyn touched the lives of many people by writing encouraging notes to others and by supporting the community of Davenport.

Funeral services were held Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at Christ Lutheran Church, Davenport, Nebraska with Pastor Patrick Sipes officiating. Her cremated remains were laid to rest by her husband Arvid in Davenport City Cemetery. The congregation sang “Precious Lord Take My Hand”, “Just as I Am” and “Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling” with Deb Pohlmann playing the organ. Her grandchildren were listed as Honorary Bearers. In memory of Marilyn, memorials may be given to the church. Urbauer Funeral Home had the privilege of serving the Pearson for these arrangements.

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Lila J. Schroeder - November 21, 1944 - April 20, 2019

Departed: 04/20/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Lila Janelle (Mussmann) Schroeder, the eleventh child of twelve children born to Bernard and Edna (Wegener) Mussmann, was born November 21, 1944 at the farm home rural Ruskin, Nebraska. She was called to her heavenly home Saturday, April 20, 2019 at Thayer County Hospital, Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 74 years, 4 months, 29 days. The Rite of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life will be Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Davenport, Nebraska with Pastor Greg Schaffer officiating with burial at St. Peter Lutheran Cemetery, Davenport by her children Jean Lanelle, Thomas Edwin and Brett Nathan. Lila was received into God’s family thru baptism by Rev. Leege, December 1944 and confirmed her faith thru confirmation by Rev. Jack Schmidt, March 1959 both at St. Mark Lutheran Church, Ruskin, Nebraska. On September 22, 1963 she was united in marriage to Russell Schroeder also at St. Mark’s, by Rev. Melvin Thur. This union was blessed with five children: Michael David, Scott Douglas, Jean Lanelle, Thomas Edwin and Brett Nathan. When Lila was diagnosed with scleroderma and pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in March 2010 and cancer in April 2014, Proverbs 3:5 became her stronghold, "Love the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding." Lila worked at the local grocery store for 25 plus years, where she got to know and enjoy many people. Lila will always be remembered by her husband Russell; sons, Michael (Lori Fangmeyer) and Scott (Paula Heinen) both of Davenport; grandchildren, Gregory Schroeder (fiancé Jen Harlow), Shickley, NE, Lichelle (Brent) Houchin, Bruning, NE, Nolan (Talitha) Schroeder, Albuquerque, NM, Jill Schroeder (friend Chris Rohr), Davenport, Eric Schroeder, Davenport, Mitchell (Katelyn) Schroeder, Seward, NE, Erika (Dietrich) Brinegar, Shickley, NE, Kalli Schroeder (fiancé Trev Mumm), Lincoln, NE, and Logan Schroeder, Davenport; sisters Lucille (Conrad) Nelson, Lincoln, NE, Iona Biltoft, Ruskin, NE; brothers Verlan Mussmann, Hebron, NE, Berwyn (Millie) Mussmann, Eden, ID; in-laws Lowell (Judy) Schroeder, Cedar Rapids, IA, , Pat Taylor, Green Bay WI, James (Gail) Schroeder, Grand Prairie, TX, Rena Kelmer, Fremont, NE, Eleanor (Jim) Stelzer, Lincoln, NE; God children, Kelly (Biltoft) Smith, Davenport, Elayne (Mussmann) Howell, Eden, ID, Karin (Mussmann) Leslie, Blair, NE, Suzan (Nelson) Schoening, Lincoln, NE, Stephanie (Schroeder) Miller, Rockford, IL, Jamie (Gebers) Ridder, West Point, NE, Jeffrey Mussmann, Chester, NE, Rev. Jonathan Schroeder, Geneva, OH, Shawn Biltoft, Brainard, NE; many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Preceding her in death were their three children in 1987 in car/train accident, Jean Lanelle, Thomas Edwin and Brett Nathan; parents Ben and Edna Mussmann; sisters, Wilma (Otto) Moeller, Norma (Elia Gruber and Virgil Bohling), Hildreth (Marvin) Frietag, Claris (Martin Poppe), (Albert) Samsula, Janette Mussmann, and Loretta Mussmann; brothers Orlin Mussmann, Wilbur Mussmann; brother-in-law Larry Biltoft; sister-in-law Carol Schroeder; Godson Craig Maschmann; parents-in-law Edwin and Anne Schroeder. Lila enjoyed very much being with the grandchildren and attending their sports, drama and music activities when possible. She especially enjoyed the Christmas Eve service of 2002 at St. Peter’s when all nine grandchildren were in the program. She also loved her 37 nieces and nephews who she pretty much grew up with. She also loved her great and great, great nieces and nephews.

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Peggy L. Glass - May 27, 1951 - March 14, 2019

Departed: 03/14/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Peggy Lee Glass, daughter of Louis and Barbara (Jones) Benda, was born May 27, 1951 at Shelby, Nebraska. She had many fun times with her sister JoAnn and their friends. Growing up in the Shelby community she attended the public schools and graduated from Shelby High School with the Class of 1969.Peggy worked various jobs throughout her life. For many years she worked in production for Thermo King manufacturing. On October 7, 1978 she was married to Raymond L. Glass. Together they raised five children: Melinda, Scott, Tiffany, Chad, and Tim. Peggy lived a short but long happy life. Her and Ray have had many great memories. They raised there children with love and support. They went on many fishing trips to the river. They loved to travel to see family and spent many weekends going back to Peggy's home town to stay with her mother. Peggy finally felt more at home when she moved to the quiet town of Oak. They would go on gambling trips many which involved taking Barbara. She enjoyed anything outside. In shorts and a t-shirt with no shoes was what made Peggy the happiest. She enjoyed watching all her grandkids and great-grandkids grow. Going to auctions and collecting Oil Lamps was one of her many passions. She helped in her community whenever she could with Ray right along her side. Peggy and Ray had and still have a never ending love. In her ending days Ray was right by her side and her family never leaving her. Her journey on Earth may have been short but it was the happiest.

Peggy was preceded in death by her father Louis; daughter Melinda Tockey; granddaughter Kourtney Krieger; and brother-in-law Tim Campbell. She will be forever remembered by her mother Barbara, Shelby, NE; husband Raymond and son Tim (Lindsay), Oak, NE, daughter Tiffany Spurling and son Scott Glass, Hastings, NE, and son Chad Bloebaum, San Diego, CA; 12 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brothers Jr. Benda (Kathy) and Mike Benda, Shelby, NE, and sister JoAnn Campbell, Columbus, NE; other relatives and a community of friends.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday, March 20, 2019 at the First community Church, Oak, Nebraska with Pastor Kevin Bogus officiating. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 19 from 2:00pm to 7:00pm with family greeting family and friends 4pm to 6pm at Urbauer Funeral Home, Davenport, Nebraska. Casual attire is requested by the family. Memorials made be made to the Peggy Glass Memorial to be designated later.

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DuWayne C. Holtzen - February 17, 1934 - March 02, 2019

Departed: 03/02/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: DuWayne C Holtzen of Davenport passed away on March 2, 2019, at the age of 85 years and 13 days.  DuWayne was born on February 17, 1934, on a farm south of Davenport, to Walter and Alice (Rodenburg) Holtzen.  He was the oldest of four sons.  DuWayne was baptized on March 9, 1934, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Davenport NE by Rev. L E Ernst.  He was confirmed in the Christian faith on June 27, 1948, also at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Davenport NE by Rev G G Stockamp.  DuWayne attended St. Peter’s Lutheran School through the 8th grade and then attended Davenport Public School.  He graduated as the class valedictorian in 1952.  Following graduation from Davenport, DuWayne attended Concordia College, Seward, for one year.  On April 28, 1955, he enlisted in the Army and was honorably discharged on April 27, 1957.  In November 2018, DuWayne was honored to receive a Quilt of Valor. DuWayne was a lifelong farmer and always had time to help his dad and his brothers on the farm.  It was well known in the family that he had an internal GPS system since his rows were always so straight.  He could also be frequently found helping Marvin in the sheep barns doing whatever needed to be done.  Yes, this included the occasional trips to buy sheep in Missouri as well.  Harvest was his favorite time of the year and this past fall you could find him driving the grain carts and helping in the fields.  DuWayne was a very generous person and his harvest fields extended to the world mission fields where he touch many lives and furthered the spread  of the Gospel through his contributions to various missionaries and mission projects through the church.  He was a lifelong member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Davenport NE and served in various offices throughout his life. DuWayne was a faithful follower of his nieces and nephews many activities and continued this down to the great nieces and nephews.  You could find him cheering on many of the area teams in all sports and also at the livestock shows at the various county fairs.  He put on many miles to attend the various high school and college games.  DuWayne always had a story to share and his laughter and smile will never be forgotten. DuWayne is preceded in death by his parents and sister-in-law, Elsie Holtzen. He is survived by brothers Marvin Holtzen, Davenport NE; Lloyd (Marilyn) Holtzen, Davenport NE; and Don (Bev) Holtzen, Davenport NE.  Nieces and nephews Lori (Terry) Bauer, Oak NE; Judy (Rod) Tegtmeier, Davenport, NE; Regina (Gary) Anderson, Hastings, NE; Doug (Kathy) Holtzen, Davenport, NE; Joni (Chad) Karcher, Geneva, NE; Charlotte (Bryce) Kleen, Lincoln, NE; Mark (Tricia) Holtzen, Davenport, NE; and Michael Holtzen, Bellevue.  Great nieces and nephews Tyson (Jill) Bauer, Deshler, NE; Alesia Bauer, Superior, NE; Terron (Brook) Bauer, Superior, NE; Nicole Tegtmeier, Seward, NE; Ryan Tegtmeier, Blue Hill, NE; Natalie Tegtmeier, Lubbock, TX; Riley Tegtmeier, Seward, NE; Alexis Anderson and fiancé Jake Brooks, Plattsmouth, NE; Gracie Anderson, Hastings, NE; Brett Holtzen, Lincoln, NE; Jennifer Holtzen, Davenport, NE; Kyle Karcher, Grand River, IA; Kurt Karcher, Lincoln, NE; Kole Karcher, Lincoln, NE; Brandon Kleen, Lincoln, NE; Ethan Kleen, Lincoln, NE; Cole Kleen, Lincoln, NE; Wyatt Holtzen, Davenport, NE; Grady Holtzen, Davenport, NE;  Scarlett Holtzen, Davenport, NE.  Great-great nieces and nephews Jaden Siegle, Manhattan, KS; Payton, Tanner, and Brynn Bauer, Deshler, NE; Liam and Baby Bauer, Superior, NE and Kinsley Brooks, Plattsmouth, NE.  Along with a host of additional family and friends.

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Julia L Albers-Rhoades - May 17, 1931 - February 19, 2019

Departed: 02/19/2019 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Julia Albers-Rhoades passed away on February 19, 2019 at the Blue Valley Nursing Home at the age of 87 years, 9 months and 2 days. Julia Lucille Albers-Rhoades was born May 17, 1931 near Davenport, Nebraska to Peter and Eleanor (Claybaugh) Snyder.  She was baptized at Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport.  Julia or Lucille as she was known then, along with her brothers Royce and Arza Jay grew up on the farm where she was born south of Davenport.  She attended Happy Hollow School and entered Davenport Community School for her high school years.  After Graduating from Davenport, she majored in Home Economics at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln for 3 ½ years. August 30, 1953, Julia was united in marriage to Marine Duane Albers and lived in Lincoln for the first two years of their lives together. Duane liked her first name of Julia instead of Lucille so she became Julia or “Julie.” During that time, she worked for Ben Simons in Lincoln.  Julie and Duane moved to a farm southeast of Davenport in 1955.  Duane continued in the Marine Reserve leaving Julie with the farm work one weekend a month and two weeks each summer.  Julie and Duane were working partners on the farm, and she was up to the task of irrigating during the summer and caring for livestock when he was gone.  Two children, Tregan and Kimberly were born to this union.  In 1970 tragedy struck, and their daughter Kimberly at age 8 was killed in a school van accident along with five other children.  The loss of her daughter was a deep sadness for Julie.  She continued to help with the farming and provided daycare for her two grandchildren Tregan II and Trenton until they entered school.   In 1994 Duane was diagnosed with cancer and passed away in 1996.  Julie was a life-long member of Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport teaching Sunday School and serving as President of the Church Council.  She belonged to the Order of Eastern Star in Davenport where she held many offices including Worthy Matron.  Julie was Duane’s traveling companion when he served the Nebraska Grand Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. They enjoyed traveling the state making many friends. Julie also was a Grand Supervisor, and part of the1999-2000 Grand Family in the role of Electa.  A charter member of the Carleton Miloette Extension club that began in 1958, she had close friendships that spanned 60 years. Julia and Perry Rhoades were married on December 29, 1998.  After living on the farm, they moved to Hebron in 2000.  Julie, never one to let grass grow under feet, loved taking care of her yard and garden providing the Southern Hills neighborhood with produce.  She joined the Thayer County Hospital Guild and held the office of President for several years receiving the Thayer County Hospital Foundation’s Volunteer of the Year award in 2009.  Julie and Perry became Roadrunner drivers with the Sesostris Shrine in Lincoln transporting children and their families to the Shriners Hospital in Minneapolis. The two also enjoyed playing with a Dulcimer group in Plymouth.  In 2014, Julia moved to the Blue Valley Nursing Home.  Her husband Perry passed away in 2017 in Lincoln. Julie is survived by her son Tregan Albers and wife Debra, Davenport.  Grandsons Tregan Albers II and wife Sarah, Omaha; and Trenton Albers and wife Stephanie of Papillion, Great Grandsons Marshall and Ethan Albers, sister-in-law Connie Snyder; step daughters Perian Patillo, Lincoln and Jana Kendall, Beatrice; stepson Grant Rhoades, Beatrice; step grandchildren Kylie Pattillo, Kass Pattillo, Jordan Rhoades, Dylan Kendall, Hunter Kendall and wife Brittany; step great grandchildren Jalynn Gray and Grace Tuttle. She was preceded in death by her first husband Duane Albers, second husband Perry Rhoades; daughter Kimberly Albers, parents, Eleanor and Peter Snyder, brothers Royce Snyder, and Arza Jay Snyder.

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Emil J. Pearson - February 07, 1928 - October 24, 2018

Departed: 10/24/2018 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Emil Junior Pearson, 90, of Davenport, NE, died Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at the Blue Valley Lutheran Home in Hebron, NE.

Services will be held Tuesday, November 13, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport.  Burial will be prior to the service at 10:00 a.m. at the Swedish (Stockholm) Cemetery, Shickley, NE with Military Rites presented by the Nebraska Army Honor Guard and members of the Davenport American Legion.   Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m., with family present from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, November 12th at the Urbauer Funeral Home in Davenport.

Emil was born February 7, 1928, to Emil Gotfried and Esther Matilda (Erickson) Pearson, on a farm near Shickley, NE. His father died when Emil was only nine months old, leaving his mother with five children aged 9 and under.

Emil attended country school District 87 for the first eight grades, then Shickley High School, graduating Valedictorian in 1945.  After graduation he farmed for his mother until May 1951, when he joined the U.S. Army for two years, one of which he spent in Germany.  He returned home and resumed farming.

On November 24, 1978, Emil married Ruth (Venell) Jensen at Trinity Methodist Church in Ralston, NE. Emil retired from farming in 1991, and loved to spend time working in his gardens and caring for their beautiful yard.  Emil and Ruth had many friends; they enjoyed square dancing, card clubs, and many memorable traveling tours to historic and scenic venues across the United States.  He was an avid reader, liked to catch up with friends at the coffee shop, and was always ready for a game of croquet.

Emil was baptized and confirmed in the Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Ong.  In 1966 the church closed and Emil transferred his membership to Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport.  He was active in the church, serving on the church council and other committees.  Emil attended an early morning men’s Bible Study Group once a week for several years, and took care of the lawns at the church and parsonage.  Emil was a member of the Lions Club, American Legion Post 335, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, all of Davenport.

Emil is survived by step-son Jan Jensen (Deb) of Kearney, NE; step-daughter Suzanne Medlock (Kevin) of Pine Bluff, AR; step-granddaughters Teresa Medlock-Pratt (Mike) of Pine Bluff, AR; and Megan Jensen (Nicholas Jewell) of Lincoln, NE; step-great grandson Christopher Medlock (Miranda / son Matthew) of White Hall, AR.; sister-in-law Marilyn Pearson of Davenport, NE; a host of nieces and nephews; and extended family and friends.

Preceding him in death are his wife Ruth, his parents, sister Iola Sederburg, brothers Knox, Arvid, and Robert, and step-grandson Mark Medlock.

Memorials are requested to Caring Friends, Davenport Library, and Davenport Achievement in C/O the family. Urbauer-Price-Ahrendts Funeral Homes of Davenport, Hebron, Deshler, Nebraska assisted the Pearson family with these arrangements.

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Kenneth D Buckles - October 30, 1924 - July 29, 2018

Departed: 07/29/2018 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Kenneth Dale Buckles, son of Chester and Willa (Crump) Buckles, was born October 30, 1924 near Lodgepole, Nebraska. He passed from this life Sunday, July 29, 2018 in Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 93 years. Kenneth was the oldest of four children. He was baptized into the Christian faith at the First Christian Church in Nelson, Nebraska by his uncle, Pastor Ray E. Buckles on November 21, 1937 and confirmed in the American Lutheran Church, Lincoln, Nebraska on March 18, 1951 by Reverend E.R. Stolz. His grade school education was in several schools in Nuckolls County. Kenneth graduated from Ruskin High School with the Class of 1943, Valedictorian of his class. He was united in marriage to Helen Schaeffer on February 26, 1950. Their union was blest with three children: Douglas, 1954, Janet, 1961, and Jay, 1964. Following their wedding, they lived in Lincoln, Nebraska where he drove a delivery truck for Smith Baking Company and Gamble Robinson Produce. They moved back to Thayer County to a farm near Gilead in 1954 and later near Hebron. Working for Harold Werner from Hebron, he helped put down one of the first irrigation wells in Thayer County. After having a farm sale in 1958, they moved to Davenport, Nebraska and purchased the service station and garage. Kenneth enjoyed meeting the public and always served the customers with a smile and positive attitude. He was a born mechanic and handyman who could repair anything. A few years later they built and operated a farm store and Tire Warehouse. He enjoyed fishing and hunting whenever time allowed. Kenneth and Helen enjoyed square dancing for many years as members of the Spring Creek Swingers Club in Ruskin. As a hobby, Kenneth sewed quilts for Lutheran World Relief and also took them to the poor in Mexico. Kenneth sold Davenport Service and retired in June 1990. He then worked for Little Blue Natural Resource District for several years and also helped local farmers with harvesting. Kenneth was a member of the Davenport Volunteer Fire Department for 15 years and the Lions Club until 1990. He has been a member of Christ Lutheran Church since 1958, serving on the Church Council and as a Sunday school teacher. He and Helen traveled south to the Rio Grande Valley in Texas to spend time every winter. Kenneth was a loving husband, father, grandfather and a friend to everyone. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Jim and Roy; brothers-in-law, Bud Krogh, Gene Schaeffer, Vic Fisher, Bill Christensen, and John Davis; sisters-in-law, Delores Buckles and Irene Davis. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 68 years Helen, residing in Deshler; children, Douglas Buckles and wife Lynette, Tucson, AZ, Janet Bates and husband, Rick, Cody, WY, and Jay Buckles and wife, Kathy, Deshler; grandchildren, Alexcia (Jim) Klemish, Matt (Lyndsey) Bates, Sarah (Derek) Wiseman, Aaron and Austin Buckles; great-grandchildren, Emma, William, Olivia Klemish, Jordyn, Klayton Bates, Nevaeh, Nash Wiseman; sister, Alice Krogh, Lincoln, NE; many other relatives and a host of friends. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a memory no one can steal.”

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Allen Boss - August 28, 1929 - July 24, 2018

Departed: 07/24/2018 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Allen Charles “Bossy” Boss was born August 28, 1929 to John & Mary (Fischer) Boss at the family farmstead near Kiowa, NE.  He attended Kiowa (College) in Kiowa, NE. He joined the U.S. Army in 1951 through 1953 during the Korean conflict. Allen was a mechanic instructor while he was in the service. When he returned home, he met Dorothy Sorge, his wife of 62 years at the 4th Street Grill in Deshler while Allen was working at Hobelmann Garage and Dorothy was working at the Deshler Dime Store. They married on September 25, 1955. They were blessed with six children, Carol, Jan, Kenny, Rose, Jon and Donna. After Hobelmann’s he worked for Bergt Brothers Sand Gravel and Ready Mix of Davenport for 36 years. After retiring, he went back to work at Superior-Deshler, now named Crop Production Services in Davenport. Retirement was too boring for Bossy. He worked right up to the last days of his life because he loved being BOSSY. They even named a truck after him. Bossy made a stranger a friend in a matter of minutes. No matter where he went someone knew him. If he gave you the fist shake, you were forever his pal! Allen was a member of the Davenport American Legion and received the “Quilt of Valor” on Memorial Day in 2017, also a member of Davenport Volunteer Fire & Rescue and received a 50 year member award. He and Dorothy are members of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Davenport where he served a number of years on the Board of Trustees. Bossy had many hobbies which included happy hour with friends, restoring Model A’s, repairing and restoring bicycles, fishing, go-cart racing and camping trips with family. Later in life his passion was spray painting metal art he made and giving it to family and friends. He also sold them at Junk Fairs which he loved to do with his daughter’s. Bossy was happy and enjoyed having family and friends around to visit with and enjoy a drink or two! He is preceded in death by his parents, son Kenny and sister Evelyn. Allen is survived by his wife Dorothy of Davenport, children Carol (Ronn) Pearson of Davenport, Jan (Dave) Larkins of Deshler, daughter-in-law Pat Boss of Davenport, Rose (Joe) Welch of Cozad, Jon Boss of Omaha, Donna (Shannon) Fowler of Hastings, 15 Grandkids, 23 Great-Grandkids and a host of friends and pals.

Memorials to the American Legion or Davenport Fire Department.

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Sadie M. Simonton - July 18, 1915 - December 12, 2017

Departed: 12/12/2017 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Sadie Marie Rentschler Simonton was born on July 18, 1915 to George John Rentschler and Emilie Dorthea Groth. She was the youngest of seven children: Carrie Merritt, Rose Edwards, Hilda Schwisow, Frieda Cursen, Sophia Hansmeier and one brother, John Rentschler. She passed away on December 12, 2017 at the age of 102 years, 4 months and 24 days at the hospital in Columbus, NE. Sadie was born on a farm north of Carleton, NE. and went to several country schools. She went one year to Davenport High School and 3 years to Carleton, graduating from there. Sadie and her niece, Jennie loved to go to the country dances. While dancing the night away she met her future husband, Clinton Ford Simonton. Sadie and Clinton were united in marriage on August 12, 1935 at the Fillmore County Courthouse in Geneva, NE. Sadie was a long standing member of Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport, NE. She was a hard worker all of her life, and she cleaned homes for others until she was just shy of 100 years old. The first few years of marriage, Clinton and Sadie ran a café in Davenport, NE. They spent the next two years in Santa Ana, California where she managed an apartment house and their daughter, Faye was born. Upon returning to Davenport, they took up farming and had three boys, Howard, Dean and Merlin.  In 1972, they retired from the farm. Sadie enjoyed playing bingo and going on bus tours to various places. She’s been to California, New York City, the World’s Fair in Washington State and numerous places in between. This year brought around a little change with where Sadie slept at night. In July of 2017, she went to live with her son Dean (LaDonna) in Campbell, NE and spent the month recovering from a fall where she cracked a hip and hurt her shoulder. She gained a lot of strength and did a lot of healing. In August, Sadie moved in with the Iverson’s in Columbus, NE. While with them, she joined them in various activities. She became very involved with following her great-granddaughters college volleyball team and attended many games and traveled as far as Council Bluffs, Iowa. She also attended a weekly bible study and enjoyed reading and studying several times a week. She loved annual family reunions including this year’s in Geneva, NE.  While celebrating a couple more family birthdays this year, she went to a barrel racing event in Columbus to watch family race. She was able to attend a couple of her great grand children’s Christmas program in Bennington and even went to a birthday party in Elkhorn. She was active.  She was bright and kind. And she ended nearly every night with “good night, sleep tight and don’t let the bedbugs bite.” She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sisters, brother, and brothers-in-law; two sons, Howard Simonton and Merlin Simonton; son-in-law, Elmer Bonin; two granddaughters, Sherry Fox and Debbie Bonin; and grandson, Clinton Albert Simonton. She is survived by her daughter: Faye Bonin from Grafton, NE; her son, Dean (LaDonna) Simonton from Campbell, NE; five granddaughters, four grandsons, 24 great-grandchildren, 8 great-great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

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Kathleen Marie Holmes - March 19, 1956 - October 07, 2017

Departed: 10/07/2017 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Kathleen Marie Holmes, daughter of Theodore Gene and Colletta (Wolfe) Pomeroy, was born March 19, 1956 at Hastings, Nebraska. She passed from this life unexpectedly Saturday, October 7, 2017 at her home in rural Davenport, Nebraska. She was married to Don A. Holmes on March 17, 1979 at Sutton, Nebraska and Don survives of their home. They have a daughter Lenora Holmes who survives of Hastings, Nebraska. Don and Kathleen worked their farm together and she will be greatly missed. She had an extraordinary love for the animals that she cared for on the farm. Her wishes were for cremation services and the family will have a private inurnment at a later date. Urbauer-Price Funeral Home, Davenport, Nebraska assisted the Holmes family with these arrangements.

Memorials in Kathleen's memory may be to the family in care of Price Funeral Home, PO Box 187, Hebron, NE 68370 to be designated in the future.

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Arvid H. Pearson - August 11, 1922 - April 18, 2017

Departed: 04/18/2017 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Arvid Hugo Pearson, son of Esther M. (Erickson) and Emil G. Pearson, was born August 11, 1922 near Shickley, Nebraska and passed from this life Tuesday, April 18, 2017 at the Thayer County Hospital in Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 94 years, 8 months and 7 days. He was baptized in the faith and confirmed at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Ong, Nebraska. Arvid attended country school, District 87 in Fillmore County and graduated from Shickley High School in 1940. Arvid’s father, Emil, died in 1928 when Arvid was six years old, leaving his mother to raise five children under the age of nine. Arvid worked for Vivan Jewell after graduating, and farmed the same land until he retired in 2002 at the age of 80. On March 26, 1944, Arvid married Marilyn Berkey at Christ Lutheran Church in Davenport, Nebraska where they celebrated 73 years together. To this union five children were born: Jean Loree, Randall Ray, Virginia Kay, Judith Diane, and Ronn Sterling. His passions were his family, farming and his livestock. He will be forever remembered by his wife Marilyn of their home, children: Jean & Rod Miller, Dundas, MN, Randy & Pam Pearson, Geneva, NE, Virginia (Jill) & Wayne Biltoft, Judith & Steven Reinke, and Ronn & Carol Pearson all of Davenport, NE; 17 grandchildren: Melissa Nelson, Polly Wilson, Scott Pearson, Reese Pearson, Cassidy Hoffschneider, Carrie Cernin, Cholly Partridge, Ryan Biltoft, Lonnie Biltoft, Scott Biltoft, Jeremy Reinke, Jed Reinke, Jenny Conrad, Josie Bauer, Justin Trapp, Desiree Swafford, and Ethan Pearson; 31 great grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild; his brother Emil Pearson, Hebron, NE and one sister-in-law Raoma Graham, Aurora, CO; other relatives and friends. Arvid was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Knox and Robert Pearson; sister, Iola Sederburg and son-in-law, Rene Molthan. Arvid always enjoyed helping people and was very tenderhearted. He was often moved to tears whether in joy or in sorrow. He loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was proud of them all.  Arvid will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Memorials to Christ Lutheran Church, Davenport

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Donald Henry Ahrens - August 26, 1929 - March 15, 2017

Departed: 03/15/2017 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Donald Henry Ahrens, the son of Henry John and Emma Elizabeth (Ross) Ahrens was born August 26, 1929 at rural Davenport, Nebraska.  He departed this life on March 15, 2017 at Thayer County Health Services in Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 87.  Don grew up on the family farm at rural Davenport doing farm chores with livestock and field work, first with horse drawn equipment and later with a tractor.  He had a gift of being mechanically inclined.   He attended school at Kiowa, Nebraska and was confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church of Kiowa on April 18, 1943 by Pastor Royden Frese. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Joan Coney on May 10, 1953 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Pilger, Nebraska.  This union was blessed with two daughters, Patricia Kay and Cheryl Fay. Following their marriage, Don and Marilyn resided for a short time in Lincoln and Seward, Nebraska. In 1954 they moved to rural Davenport and in 1957 they moved into Davenport where they currently resided. Don was a wonderful father and husband who always lead the family prayer at meals and holiday gatherings.    In his early years, he started working for service stations, trucking and sand and gravel businesses.  He farmed for a few years and then in February of 1966, he went into business with Roy Wittrock and Dale Wittrock.  He operated a cattle and livestock trucking business and the North Side Tavern and Café in Davenport until 1991.  He also did contract hauling of pivot irrigation systems across the United States for Reinke Manufacturing Company.  When his daughters were younger, he enjoyed vacations with his family in the summer.  The family enjoyed traveling to many of the National Parks and fishing and boating with friends and their families. He served on the Davenport town board for 16 years and was Chairman of the Board for a number of years.  He was a member of the Izaak Walton League of Deshler and enjoyed cooking for the meetings and for the annual consignment sale.  He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Davenport and he and Marilyn enjoyed attending services and many church activities. In his retirement, he enjoyed traveling to south Texas in the winter and attending music jams and visiting with the many friends he and Marilyn made in Texas.  He enjoyed polka and country music.  He continued to work in his retirement business, Davenport Iron and Metal, working many days with one of his partners, Dale Wittrock.  He enjoyed attending the annual Ross Reunion every June and visiting with his many specials cousins and relatives.  He served as a member of the Davenport Cemetery Board since 1989.  Don lived an active life until he fell ill on March 10.   He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Leonard, brothers-in-law, Stanley Coney, Rolland Coney, and LeRoy James, sisters-in-law, Marcelene Ahrens, Nancy Funk, Carol James and Norma Coney.  He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, daughers Patricia Keleman of Hebron and Cheryl Walburn of Lincoln, grandchildren, Brett Walburn and wife Melissa of Lincoln, Jerod Walburn and wife Molly of Los Angeles, CA, Brittany Walburn, Casey Pratt and Carson Pratt, all of Lincoln, brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles & Hannah Coney of Ames, IA, Larry & Jearleen Coney of Onawa, IA, Norman & Donna Firkins of Omaha, NE, and Larry Funk of Akaska, SD, nieces and nephews and a host of relatives.  Funeral services were held at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Davenport with Pastor Brian Francik officiating.  Internment was at St. Peter’s Lutheran cemetery in Davenport.     Pallbearers were Brett Walburn, Jerod Walburn, Carson Pratt, Rod Watson, Gary Ahrens, and David Funk.  Honorary pallbearers were Kent Ahrens, Dale Wittrock, Allen Boss, Richard Lawson, Mark Bergt, Fred Schmidt, Robert Stofer, and Marvin Holtzen.

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Marian L. Mosier - December 04, 1919 - November 22, 2016

Departed: 11/22/2016 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Marian Louise (Lowery) Mosier, 96, of Davenport, NE passed away on November 22, 2016 at Blue Valley Nursing Home in Hebron, NE.  She was the second of ten children born to Ray and Fern (Follmer) Lowery on a farm Southwest of Davenport on December 4, 1919. She was baptized and a lifelong member of Christ’s Lutheran Church in Davenport, NE.  She attended grade school through 8th grade at Pleasant Prairie, District #34 a country school near the Lowery farm before attending the Davenport High School.  She married Kenneth Mosier on May 24, 1935 in Belleville, KS and they lived on the Mosier Family farm.  To this union 3 sons were born, Valdean, Elwin and Richard. A niece, Mildred, was raised as their daughter from birth.  During the years on the farm Marian always had a large garden and canned produce along with raising chickens and selling eggs.  Marian and Kenneth gathered with a close group of friends often on Saturday evenings as they enjoyed just being together as a group.  She and Kenneth moved into Davenport upon retirement from the farm in December 1973. Upon moving into town Marian worked at Northside Tavern and the Base Hit Restaurant for a number of years.  She loved to cook and her family would gather in her kitchen to talk and laugh about what had transpired since their last visit back home.  Her homemade pies were well liked by more than just her family. Marian and Kenneth took many trips and vacations following retirement from the farm including their fishing trips to Minnesota and numerous bus tour trips.  Many winters were also spent at their daughter’s home in San Diego, CA. Marian was an active member of Christ’s Lutheran Church, where she taught Sunday school and belonged to WELCA.  Marian was a member of Eastern Star Chapter #268 for over 60 years and enjoyed her work through the chairs and served as Worthy Matron.  For years Marian belonged to a local Bridge Club that met weekly to play cards and socialize.  Marian broke her hip in 2007 and then moved into the Blue Valley Assisted Living facility in December of that year.  After spending the winter she decided to stay there and saw it expand into Courtyard Terrace. She enjoyed playing card games and could often be found playing pitch or pinochle at Courtyard Terrace. She will be missed by her children and their spouses: Valdean (Marie) Mosier of Burnt Hills, NY; Elwin (Carol) Mosier of Homosassa, FL; Mildred “Millie” Mealey of San Diego, CA and Richard (Wanda) Mosier of Davenport, NE; grandchildren, James (Wendy Benard) Mosier of Charlton, NY;  Lisa (Steve) Pedersen of White Bear Township, MN; Brian (Leleng) Mosier of Niceville, FL; Marla Mealey of San Diego, CA; Chad Mealey of Alameda, CA; Nathan (Angela) Mosier of West Lafayette, IN; Lance (Angela) Mosier of Omaha, NE and Kelly (Nancy) Mosier of Lincoln, NE; 14 great-grandchildren, Lenai Mosier of Saratoga, NY; Caleb Mosier of Charlton, NY; Courtney (Alex) Anderson of Clovis, NM; Wesley Mosier of Niceville, FL; Logan Pedersen and Ryan Pedersen of White Bear Township, MN; Connor Pedersen of Lincoln, NE; Kylie Mosier, Devaney Mosier and Braden Mosier of West Lafayette, IN; Erin Mosier and John Mosier of Omaha; Owen Mosier and Amelie Mosier of Lincoln, NE; brother William Lowery of Ann Arbor, MI; sister Cordelia (Dee) Heinrichs of Loveland, CO; sisters-in-law Maxine Lowery of Hastings and Doris Lowery of Superior along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Kenneth Mosier in 2000; brother’s Alvin, Ray J. Jr, George, Darrel and John; sister’s Pat Nygren and Joyce Fuller; son-in-law Duane Mealey, and daughter-in-law Lou Ann Mosier, other extended family members and many friends.

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Mary Sue McCubbin - August 23, 1924 - July 06, 2016

Departed: 07/06/2016 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Memorials may be made to the First Community Church, Hebron.

Mary Sue McCubbin, daughter of William Taylor and Mary Jane (Simmons) Hancock, was born August 23, 1924 at Ft. Smith, Arkansas. The family lived in the river bottom area near Paris, Arkansas. Her father Taylor died a few days before her third birthday, leaving her mother to raise seven children and care for her grandmother. When Mary Sue started school there was another Mary in the class so the teacher began calling her Sue and she has been known as “Sue” for the remainder of her life. She graduated from Paris High School, graduated as a Registered Nurse from Baptist State College, Little Rock, Arkansas in 1945, and completed her Cadet Nurse Corp Training during WWII. The war ended before she saw any active duty. On February 17, 1944, Mary Sue was united in marriage to William T. (Mac) McCubbin at the Presbyterian parsonage in Little Rock. Two children, Sue Ellen and Chris William, were born to his union. As a RN, she worked in hospitals, doctor’s offices and nursing homes in general nursing and supervisory positions until she retired in 1980 due to failing eye sight. Mary Sue was very active as an adult in various churches, including First Baptist, Paris, AR, Highland Park Evangelical Free, Columbus, NE, and the United Methodist, Davenport, Ne. She was also active in many community and educational organizations. Her husband Mac died in 1990 while they were living in Paris, Arkansas and a few years later she moved to Hebron, Nebraska where she has lived until her passing. Mary Sue passed from this life Wednesday, July 6, 2016 at the age of 91 years. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Mac; sisters Violet May Hancock, Lurlin McCubbin, Ruth Hancock, Hazel Kimberling, and Dahlia Hancock; brother Richard Hancock. Mary Sue will be forever remembered by her daughter Sue and husband Verlin Mosier, Davenport, Nebraska; son Chris McCubbin and wife Lynette, Austin, Texas; granddaughter Michelle Mosier and her children Harrison, Foster, Samantha, Claire, Oliver, Peggy Sue, and Eli Galaway. She is also loved and remembered by many nieces and nephews.

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Georgia L Keim - May 11, 1938 - February 08, 2016

Departed: 02/08/2016 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Georgia Keim will be remembered as a woman of faith, family, friends, and fellowship. She felt a gratitude and obligation to family, neighbors, church, and community and therefore held a deep conviction that one should always "be present" for others. Georgia Keim passed away on Feb. 8, 2016 at Blue Valley Lutheran Nursing Home in Hebron, Nebraska at the age of 77 years. Her husband was by her side, as he has been for their nearly 60 years of marriage -- supporting, comforting, and cherishing her. Georgia Lou Keim was born in Hebron, NE to Harold and Wilma (Bailey) Bice on May 11, 1938. She attended school in Carleton, NE where she grew up with her sisters Wanda (Bice) Tegtmeier and Helen (Bice) Garrels. Before her senior year, Carleton's school closed. She graduated from Bruning Public School in May 1956. While she worked for the hospital in Hebron the summer after graduation, she always knew she was "destined for the farm." While in high school, she met Joe Keim from Davenport, NE who thought she was "really a good looking gal." She stole his heart. They were married on November 25, 1956 at the First Methodist Church in Carleton. She was 18 1/2 years old when she arrived at her new home in Davenport and was immediately tasked with cooking for all the men who were helping her husband shell corn. Their first child was born less than a year later. Their four children, David, Kathy, James, and Patricia were the focus of many of her activities. She was a cub scout den mother, a softball coach, a 4-H leader, and a volunteer/chaperon for the many speech, drama, music, and sports activities of her children. She embraced the mantle of "homemaker" which included discing, cutting stalks, butchering chickens, gathering and selling eggs, separating and selling cream, cooking for everyone her husband invited home, and caring for her family. She was an active member of her community, serving United Methodist Women, the American Legion Auxiliary, Eastern Star, the Nuckolls County Extension Club, and the Davenport Library Board. Her commitments also included serving as President of the Carleton Alumni Association and more than ten years as Co-President of the Davenport Women's Club. After her children were grown, she worked outside the home. She helped start “Country Catering,” that was part of many celebrations and memorials between 1989 and 1994. Later, she cooked for the Davenport Senior Center and oversaw the expansion of its food service from Davenport to all of Thayer County. For many years she also served the community by opening her bed and breakfast in Davenport to anyone who needed a few more rooms for guests. Perhaps her greatest joy, though, was spending time with her grandchildren, her great-granddaughter and the children of nieces, nephews, and neighbors that she loved like grandchildren. Her only regret was not having more time to see them all grow into the wonderful adults she knows they will be. Georgia is survived by her husband, Joe Keim, of Davenport, NE; her son, David Keim, wife, Janice (Nunnenkamp) Keim, granddaughter Dona Keim, and great-granddaughter, Briella Keim of Sutton, NE; her daughter, Kathy Keim of Bartlesville, OK; her son, James Keim, wife, Christi (Ehresman) Keim, and grandchildren Mason and Ava Keim of Lincoln, NE; her daughter, Trish (Keim) Thorell, husband, Mike Thorell, and twin granddaughters, Elin and Olivia Thorell of Omaha, NE; her sister Helen Garrels and husband Dennis Garrels, of Grand Island, NE; and her sisters-in-law Margaret Keim of Lincoln, NE and Betty Keim of New York. Georgia was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Wilma (Bailey) Bice; her sister Wanda Tegtmeier and Oscar Tegtmeier of Davenport; and her sister-in-law Nancy (Keim) Sanburg and Ron Sanburg of Kansas City. Funeral services were held on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016 at 10:30 AM at the Davenport United Methodist Church.

The family requests that memorial gifts be made in Georgia's honor to the Davenport First United Methodist Church or the Davenport Community Center.

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Dale Pfeifer - February 10, 1935 - December 05, 2015

Departed: 12/05/2015 (Davenport)

Obituary Preview: Russell Dale Pfeifer was born February 10, 1935 in Galion, Ohio to Ruth (Minor) and Russell A Pfeifer.  He died December 5, 2015, at 80 years of age, at home.

As a boy he grew up in Galion, Ohio and Chicago, Illinois. Then the family moved to Vermillion, South Dakota where his father started a new career.  As ministers do move around, four years later they moved to Helvey, Nebraska.  There he met a farm girl.  After 2 years of college, Dale decided he did not want to follow his dad's career, so he ran off to join the US Navy.

Two years later he was the preacher's son who married the farmer's daughter, on June 16, 1954.  Sallie Shane and Dale were married for 58 years, and four children were born to this union.  After 2 years of military life, the couple settled down to farming, and raising cattle and hogs, near Daykin, Nebraska.  Then on to a dairy farm near Alexandria, Nebraska, also doing custom hay work. The family moved to the village of Alexandria, where he owned and operated Dale's Service, Gas & Tires.  He was also rural mail carrier and clerk in the post office, and Postmaster in Belvidere, Nebraska.  In 1980, Dale and family moved to Davenport, Nebraska, where he was Postmaster for 20 years.

Dale loved making things work, automotive or electronic.  Then, once he made something work, he took it apart and changed it.  His first love was cars, and in 1964 he bought his first Nomad.  From then on, the Nomad was king.  Life at the Pfeifer home was trips to the salvage yard for parts. Then Nomad Club activities, all over the USA, Nova Scotia, and Canada.  Oh what fun he did have.

Then came retirement, and plans for restoration projects in his dream garage.  But a year later plans changed and a different direction was in store.  A slowly progressing muscle disease was a life changing diagnosis.  Dale fought the deteriorating episodes and a new focus began.  Computers and photography became new hobbies.  Dale could make his computer do things no one designed it to do.  He could add people to photos even when they hadn't been there.  He rigged a remote for his camera to use when his fingers no longer would bend.

His power chair took him lots & lots of places--but he couldn't run away from home, because he couldn't cross the railroad tracks.  He got stuck in the sand in California, and stuck in the mud in Nevada.  He rolled down Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco.  He did surprise folks in Silver Dollar City when he took a corner around a tree on  2 wheels.  But he had the most fun spinning circles on the main floor of Pershing Auditorium at an Eastern Star fancy do.  He and his chair danced with his granddaughters at their weddings.

He enjoyed his new tv/computer room on the back porch.  He listened to blue-grass gospel music and watched netflix daily.

The day before he died he went for a ride.  He drove his chair out the back door, down the ramp, across the back yard, and went 2 yards over to check out the garage project at Littrell's.  Sallie wouldn't let him drive in the front door on the carpet, so he came in the back door, was lifted and settled in his big chair.  Then Sallie could hose off the mud, pine needles, leaves, and chunks of grass gathered on his adventure.  The fact that he was wearing only a silk night shirt, no socks, and didn't fasten his seatbelt, never bothered him in the least.  He just said he wanted to check out the project, and enjoyed the ride.  Sallie was scared he'd fall out of his chair going through the mud.

Dale served on many boards in the Davenport community, including Lion's Club, Masonic Lodge, Eastern Star, United Methodist Church treasurer, and was Web Master for the Chevrolet Nomad Association.

Dale always said you teach your children by setting a good example, and he always did.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his much loved grandson, James Cannon.  He is survived by his wife Sallie, daughters Laurie and her husband Gary Johnson, Carol Cannon, Darla Pfeifer, son Darrin and wife Kelly Pfeifer, 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, many cousins, a community of friends, and 500 members of the Nomad world in the USA, Canada, Sweden, New Zealand and Australia. MEMORIALS TO THE DAVENPORT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It is usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the passing.

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Obituaries serve as a way to honor and celebrate the life of the deceased, while also providing important information to those who need to know about the passing. They help to notify friends, family, and acquaintances of the death, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences.

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A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include information about the funeral or memorial service, as well as any charitable donations or memorials in lieu of flowers.

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Obituaries can be written by family members, friends, or a funeral home. In some cases, the deceased may have written their own obituary in advance. Funeral homes often provide a template or guidelines to help families write an obituary.

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The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Typically, it ranges from a few sentences to several paragraphs. Online obituaries can be longer and more detailed than those published in newspapers.

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A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and accomplishments.

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Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to find out their submission guidelines and deadlines. You may need to provide the written obituary, along with payment for publication.

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It may be possible to make corrections or edits to an online obituary. However, once an obituary has been published in print, it is usually not possible to make changes.

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Can I write my own obituary in advance?

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In some cases, families may choose not to publish an obituary due to personal or cultural reasons. This decision should be respected and honored.

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Funeral homes often provide guidance and support in writing an obituary. You can also ask a friend or family member for assistance or seek out professional writers who specialize in crafting meaningful tributes.

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Contact each social media platform directly to report the death and request that the account be memorialized or removed.

Can I create a memorial page on social media?

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What if I need support during this difficult time?

How do I handle condolences and messages from strangers?

You can respond personally to messages from strangers if you feel comfortable doing so. Alternatively, you can thank them collectively through a public post or message.

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What if I'm struggling with grief after losing a loved one?

Grief is a natural process that takes time. Be patient with yourself and seek support from loved ones, support groups, or professional counselors when needed.