Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Wilma June Koeneke
Jan 6, 2025
Wilma June Koeneke, one of three daughters of William and Fannie (Deubelbeiss) Imhof, was born June 23, 1932, at Falls City, Nebraska. Wilma grew up attending school in Falls City.
On April 8, 1951, Wilma was united in marriage to Donald L. Koeneke. The couple would be blessed with one son, Timothy. Wilma and Don made their first home in the...
Marilyn Kay McMann
Jan 4, 2025
Marilyn Kay McMann, age 81 of Sidney, IA, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Ambassador Health of Sidney.
Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law Robert and Linda Jo McMann of Turon, KS; aunts Panzy Adams, Lula Mae Ruby both of Auburn; uncle Floyd Reeves of Auburn; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be Friday, January...
Troy Anthony Williams, Sr.
Dec 26, 2024
Troy Anthony Williams, Sr., the eldest of eight siblings, was born on August 2, 1969 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
He transitioned from this life, on December 26, 2024, after a lengthy illness. He was 55 years old.
After graduating from high school in 1988, Troy married Andrea Weaver in 1989. They were married for nearly thirty-five years and shared seven children.
In the...
Gary R. Maddox
Dec 10, 2024
Gary Richard Maddox was born October 8, 1948, in Auburn, Nebraska to Floyd and Mildred (Colerick) Maddox. He was the fifth of eleven children. He grew up in Nemaha and attended Nemaha Public School, where he graduated in 1966 as part of the school's final graduating class. In high school, he played football and excelled in track.
On December 4, 1966,...
James L. Henrichs
Dec 8, 2024
James Laverne Henrichs, 78, of Auburn, left us peacefully on December 8, surrounded by family. A beloved father, grandfather and friend, Jim will always be remembered for his love of Auburn sports, sarcasm, and always wanting to put a smile on your face.
Born on May 14, 1946, in Auburn, Jim grew up as one of six boys to Betty and...
Michelle Marie (Pfohl) Snider
Dec 6, 2024
Michelle Marie (Pfohl) Snider, daughter of Elmer “Bud” and Jean Pfohl, was born January 20, 1975, in Puyallup, Washington.
Michelle passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, surrounded by her family and loved ones.
She is survived by her husband Gordon Snider; children Anthony Turner, Alyssa Clover, Devin Pfohl, Marissa Farber; step-dad Carl Nichols; brothers Leo Bevard, Quintin Pfohl, Justin Pfohl, Jeff...
Warren "Corky" Jones
Dec 4, 2024
Warren “Corky” Jones, one of four children of Oland and Cornelia (Moore) Jones, was born June 15, 1931, at Brownville, Nebraska. He grew up on a farm outside Brownville where he attended school and graduated from Brownville High School. In January 1951, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged in...
Paula Sue Purviance
Nov 13, 2024
Paula Sue Brown, daughter of Burton W. and Virginia Lee (Smith) Brown, was born December 23, 1949, in Des Moines, Iowa. She grew up and attended school in Des Moines, graduating from Lincoln High School and then attending college.
On November 13, 1971, Paula was united in marriage to Bobby Purviance in Des Moines. They lived for a time in Red...
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