Obituaries

Larry Dorsch

Larry Dorsch

Mar 23, 2025

Larry Dorsch, age 79 of Auburn, passed away suddenly Sunday, March 23, 2025, at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs, IA.

He is survived by his wife Connie; daughters Lori (Tim) Hager of Auburn, Paula Oestmann of Auburn; grandchildren Lindsey Hager (Tony Pope) of Auburn, TJ Hager of Auburn, Zach (Chloe) Oestmann of Virginia, IL, Mackenzie Oestmann (Ben Dwerlkotte) of...

Susan E. (Ramer) McMann

Susan E. (Ramer) McMann

Mar 21, 2025

Susan E. (Ramer) McMann, age 57, passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society-Auburn.

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law Kurtis and Heather Kirkendall of Falls City; daughter JC McMann and significant other Damian Chiatti of Everett, WA; grandchildren Ashtyn and Kinze Kirkendall; mother Janet Ramer of Shubert; father Gary (Janice) Ramer of Reserve, KS; siblings Gary (Kellie) Ramer...

Nancy L. (Vickers) Hadrys

Nancy L. (Vickers) Hadrys

Mar 17, 2025

Nancy Lynne (Vickers) Hadrys, born on January 29, 1957, in Auburn, Nebraska, was the daughter of Wayne and Carolyn (Feighner) Vickers. She was one of four children and grew up in Auburn, where she completed her education at Auburn High School.

On December 19, 1992, Nancy was united in marriage to James Hadrys in Elwood, Illinois. The couple built a life...

Walt Boring

Walt Boring

Mar 16, 2025

Walter Leo Boring was born January 14, 1957, in Humboldt, Nebraska to Norman “Mike” and Betty (Bucher) Boring. Walt attended Dawson-Verdon Public School and graduated in 1975.

On April 16, 1977, Walt was united in marriage to Terrie Badberg in Humboldt. They made their first home in Beatrice, Nebraska, where twins Shawna and Shane were born. In 1979 the family moved...

Raymond V. "Ray" North

Raymond V. "Ray" North

Mar 15, 2025

Raymond Verden North, lovingly known as Ray to family and friends, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2025, at the age of 91. Ray was born April 12, 1933, in Storm Lake, Iowa, to Verden and Velma (Wagner) North. He was baptized and confirmed in the First Baptist Church in Storm Lake and later became a member of the First...

Matthew E. Konruff

Matthew E. Konruff

Mar 7, 2025

Matthew Eugene Konruff, son of Ron and Terry (McQuilkin) Konruff, was born June 12, 1988, in North Platte, Nebraska. Matthew grew up and attended school in North Platte and Mitchell, Nebraska, graduating from North Platte High School with the class of 2006.

After high school, Matthew completed a 5-year pipefitter apprenticeship, becoming a pipefitter journeyman. Matthew belonged to the Steamfitters and...

Dr. John C. "Jay" Hauserman

Dr. John C. "Jay" Hauserman

Mar 6, 2025

John Clayton Hauserman, one of two children of Clayton John and Gladys Pearl (Thompson) Hauserman, was born March 26, 1934, in Hastings, Nebraska. He grew up in Central City, Nebraska, where he graduated from high school. Jay, as he was known by most people, went on to earn his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and his...

Randy Thrapp

Randy Thrapp

Mar 4, 2025

Randy Thrapp, age 64, passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Bergan Mercy in Omaha.

Survivors include his sisters Dawn Thrapp, Gina Looney, Lori Thrapp all of Omaha; step-children Jessica (Lucas) Geyer of Humboldt, Travis Pine of Brownville; step-son-in-law Pete Melcher; grandchildren Georginna and Jeremiah Melcher; other relatives and friends.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, March 30, 2025, from...

John Andreesen

John Andreesen

Feb 20, 2025

 John Tobias Andreesen passed on to eternal life on February 20,2025, at Nemaha County Hospital in Auburn, Nebraska. He was born in Beatrice, Nebraska on October 29, 1947. John graduated from Barneston High School in 1966 and then went to Fairbury Junior College from 1966-1968.

 After college John joined the United States Army and between 1969 and 1970 he served in...

Wayne Lee Moerer

Wayne Lee Moerer

Feb 5, 2025

 Wayne Lee Moerer was born June 20, 1936, on the family farm near Johnson, Nebraska to John and Marie (Hoops) Moerer. He was baptized, confirmed, and a lifelong member of St. Paul (Hickory Grove) Lutheran Church near Auburn, Nebraska. God was at the forefront of his entire life. Wayne attended country school near his home through the 8th grade and...

Herbert Franz Rinkleff

Herbert Franz Rinkleff

Feb 4, 2025

 Herbert Franz Rinkleff, one of seven children of Karl Wilhelm and Helena (Brandt) Rinkleff, was born July 27, 1946, in Opladen, Germany. In his early childhood, Herbert’s family moved to the United States, and he celebrated his 7th birthday on the Atlantic Ocean during their journey. They settled in Waterloo, Iowa, where Herb attended school, graduating from Columbus High School...

Julie Ann Murphy

Julie Ann Murphy

Feb 3, 2025

Julie Ann Murphy, age 56 of Auburn, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at Nemaha County Hospital in Auburn.

 Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law Aleasha and Jason Beckman of Auburn, Tosha Boomgaarn and Brandon McVay of Auburn; grandchildren Michael Beckman, Corbin and Colton Boomgarn; nephew Nathyn Murphy; other relatives and friends. 

 Julie’s wishes were to be cremated, no services are planned. 

Nancy (Wilberger) Humphrey

Nancy (Wilberger) Humphrey

Feb 1, 2025

 Nancy C. (Wilberger) Humphrey passed on to eternal life on February 1, 2025, at Beatrice Community Hospital in Beatrice, Nebraska. She was born in Nebraska City, Nebraska on March 29, 1946. Nancy attended school in Brock, Nebraska where she was active in the music programs and sports. She married Larry Humphrey on October 3, 1964. Three children were born to...

Bonnie (Ensor) Jordan

Bonnie (Ensor) Jordan

Jan 31, 2025

Bonnie (Ensor) Jordan, age 80 of Johnson, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society-Auburn.

 

Survivors include her husband David Jordan, Sr.; son David L. Jordan, Jr. (Alisa); daughters Christina Koperski (Steven) and Annette Ann Jordan; grandchildren Shelby Popwell, Luke Jordan, William Koperski, and Sean Koperski; great-grandchildren Daniel, Kayden, and Elliana Jordan; siblings Melvin, Dennis, Albert, Carl, Raymond, Donald,...

Daryl Long

Daryl Long

Jan 22, 2025

Daryl Clyde Long was born on August 19, 1939, the eldest of four children born to Clyde and Dorothy Long. He was raised on a farm north of Nora Springs, Iowa - less than a mile from where his future wife, Peggy Pribbenow, grew up. After graduating from Mason City High School in 1957, he attended North Iowa Area Community...

Melissa (Sierks) Fisher

Melissa (Sierks) Fisher

Jan 17, 2025

 Melissa Ann Sierks, one of 6 children of John Claus and Dorothy Elizabeth (Shiveley) Sierks, was born May 6, 1971, in Auburn, Nebraska. She was baptized and confirmed in the Brownville Methodist Church. Melissa attended Locust Grove School through the 8th grade, graduated from Auburn High School, and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and finance from Northwest...

Charles Ray Fike

Charles Ray Fike

Jan 17, 2025

Charles R. Fike of Auburn (formerly Peru), passed away at the Good Samaritan Society-Auburn on Friday, January 17, 2025, just 8 days after his 95th birthday.

He is preceded in death by his parents Otto and Sarah (Aeschelman) Fike; sister Dorothy (Floyd) Cox; brother Bob(Dorothy) Fike; and sister-in-law Ruby (Bob) McAdams.

Survivors include his wife Patsy of Auburn; brother and sister-in-law Bill...

Donna Joyce (Michel) Schwenck

Donna Joyce (Michel) Schwenck

Jan 11, 2025

 Donna Joyce (Michel) Schwenck, daughter of Clarence Michel and Ruby (Vickers) Eads, was born September 27, 1943, in Auburn, Nebraska. Donna grew up in southeast Nebraska and graduated from Johnson High School in 1961.

 In May of 1982, Donna was united in marriage to Richard Schwenck. The couple made their home in Omaha, Nebraska before retiring and moving to Casa Grande,...

Nancy Lu Clarke

Nancy Lu Clarke

Jan 11, 2025



  Nancy Lu Clarke, one of six children of Dale and Nettie (Anderson) Epler, was born October 11, 1948, in Auburn, Nebraska. Nancy grew up and attended school in Julian, Nebraska. She graduated from Brock High School with the class of 1967.

 On February 4, 1967, Nancy was united in marriage to Roger Clarke at the Brock Christian Church. The couple...

John J. Suppes III

John J. Suppes III

Jan 10, 2025

John Jacob Suppes III, age 65 of Nemaha, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, in Auburn, Nebraska.

He is survived by his children Heather Finn of Denver, CO, Felicia (Jared) Ford of Chetek, WI, Sammie (Eric) Neumeister of Auburn, Gabrielle Suppes of Nebraska City, and Johnathan Suppes of Colorado Springs, CO; 15 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; sister Mary Suppes of Olathe, CO; other...

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