Obituaries

Beth Joy Haneline

Beth Joy Haneline

May 24, 2024

Beth Joy Haneline, born on October 13, 1948, in Auburn, Nebraska, gracefully departed this world May 24, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and creativity that will forever be cherished. Beth, also known as the "hostess with the mostest," had a heart that radiated kindness and made everyone feel welcome in her presence.

Beth was not just a lady...

Charlotte R Stelling

Charlotte R Stelling

May 19, 2024

Our dear mother, Charlotte Ruth (Eickmann) Stelling passed away on May 19, 2024. She was a wonderful mother, mother-in-law, and grandmother who was always there when we needed her, offering support, wisdom, and an abundance of faith and love. Her beauty on the inside and out along with her loving, generous nature will be missed more than words can say.Charlotte...

Muriel L. "Mickey" Gercich

Muriel L. "Mickey" Gercich

May 19, 2024

   Our dear mother Muriel (Mickey) Gercich peacefully passed away on May 19, 2024, at the age of 92.  Mom was the heart of our family, who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and most importantly, her unconditional love.  She was a loving friend to many, and a cherished member of her community, offering...

Helen Leah Benson

Helen Leah Benson

May 17, 2024

 

   Helen Leah Benson of Johnson, NE, was born on January 6, 1932, in Blount County, Tennessee, to Homer and Vera (Russell) Teffeteller. Helen passed away on May 17, 2024, at the Colonial Acres Nursing Home in Humboldt having reached the age of 92 years, 4 months, and 11 days. Helen grew up in Maryville, TN, with her 8 brothers.

   In 1956...

Richard Longsine

Richard Longsine

May 6, 2024

Richard Longsine, age 77 of Auburn, passed away Monday, May 6, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society-Auburn.

 

Survivors include his wife Michelle of Auburn; son Chad and wife Natalie of Colorado, daughter Kay and husband Gilbert Aguilar of Colorado, son Correy and wife Alicia of Tecumseh; 7 grandchildren; sister Bonnie; other relatives and friends. 

 

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

Glenn Ira Bender

Glenn Ira Bender

May 5, 2024

Glenn Ira Bender, 83, of Humboldt NE, peacefully passed away on May 5, 2024, at his rural home in Humboldt NE.He was born in Weatherford OK on August 21, 1940, son of Henry E and Irene (Nissley) Bender.Glenn was the husband of Anna (Borntrager) Bender, who passed away on February 7, 2021 after 59 years of marriage. On April 22,...

Dorothy Marie Rieke

Dorothy Marie Rieke

May 3, 2024

    Dorothy Marie Rieke (Wilberger), 93, was born on October 19, 1930, in Julian, NE, in the house her grandfather helped build. Growing up on a farm meant raising chickens and riding horses, an activity she loved. 

   Dorothy graduated from Nebraska City High School and started teaching in a rural schoolhouse at age 16. Later, she received her bachelor's and...

Tracey Ann Drier

Tracey Ann Drier

Apr 22, 2024

   Tracey Ann Drier (Guillemette), 66, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, in the arms of her loved ones, at her family home of 40 years in Auburn, Nebraska.

   Tracey was born on February 20,1958 in Taunton, Massachusetts, to Roger and Emma Guillemette, and was the eldest of three children.  She was raised in North Dighton, Massachusetts and attended...

Kent L. Dorste

Kent L. Dorste

Apr 7, 2024

   Kent Leon Dorste, son of Clarence J. and Elma (Weddle) Dorste, was born December 4, 1945, in Kansas City, Missouri.  As a young boy, Kent’s family moved to southeast Nebraska, where he would attend rural school through the 5th grade and graduated from Stella High School in 1963.  After high school, Kent went on and earned a bachelor's degree...

Patricia "Penny" Martin

Patricia "Penny" Martin

Apr 7, 2024

   Patricia Ann Mayall, daughter of Tex Leroy and Theresa (Miedl) Mayall, was born February 6, 1960, in Gardena, California.  One of five children, she grew up and went to school in California.

   Penny, as she was known by many, married Jessie Martin on August 31, 2014, in Auburn, Nebraska.  The couple made their home in Auburn, and their family...

Sue Ann Ervin

Sue Ann Ervin

Mar 23, 2024

   Sue Ann Ervin was born July 22, 1967, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Nebraska City, Nebraska to John and Veronica (Vollman) Riddle.

   Sue was known to be a hard worker and spent some years working at Armstrong Cabinets and Ariens in Auburn, Nebraska.  She is also remembered for having been there to help family members in their time of...

Gene Bridgewater

Gene Bridgewater

Mar 22, 2024

   Wallace Eugene Bridgewater, one of three children of Wallace James and Harriett Ann (Rhoades) Bridgewater, was born March 15, 1941, in Auburn, Nebraska.  Gene grew up in Brownville, Nebraska, where he went to school until transferring and graduating from Nemaha High School.

   Gene married Connie Groff, and the couple was blessed with the birth of Brad, Daniel, Kenneth, Tracy,...

JoAnn (Taylor) Rohrs

JoAnn (Taylor) Rohrs

Mar 10, 2024

   JoAnn Taylor Rohrs passed away peacefully Sunday, March 10, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Nebraska City, Nebraska.

   JoAnn was born on a farm near Peru, Nebraska on October 31, 1933.  She was the daughter of Opal Pearl (Mills) and Roy Ralph Taylor.  Two brothers, Eugene Taylor and Raymond Taylor were to be blessings in her life.

   JoAnn attended...

Teresa L. Garver

Teresa L. Garver

Mar 6, 2024

Teresa L. Garver, age 64 of Auburn, passed away at her home Wednesday, March 6, 2024.

 

Survivors include her sister and brother-in-law Susan and Andy Stoner of Brownville; cousins Debbie Reilly and Candy Reilly; other relatives and friends.

 

A graveside funeral service and committal will be Wednesday, March 13, 2:00 p.m. at Prairie Union Cemetery near Shubert.   Visitation will be at...

Gary L. Vaughn

Gary L. Vaughn

Mar 5, 2024

   Gary Lynn Vaughn, one of two children of Maurice L. and Gwendolyn Joy (Hays) Vaughn, was born September 22, 1959, in Omaha, Nebraska.  He grew up and attended school in Auburn, Nebraska and attended the Auburn Christian Church.  

   Gary held various jobs throughout his life.  While in Auburn he worked at Tri-Pac Cabinets for 13 years.  He lived...

Lois Mae Riggins

Lois Mae Riggins

Mar 1, 2024

   Lois Mae Riggins, one of three children of John and Anna (Fahrenholz) Rippe, was born February 17, 1934, on a farm west of Brock, Nebraska.  Lois was baptized and confirmed at Faith Lutheran Church in Talmage.  She attended Charter Oak School through the 8th grade and graduated from Brock High School as the class valedictorian.  

    On December...

E. Pauline (Myers) Ballue

E. Pauline (Myers) Ballue

Feb 29, 2024

   Elma Pauline Myers, one of four children of Edwin and Hazel (Vice) Myers, was born April 2, 1931, in Peru, Nebraska.  She attended country school before transferring to the public school in Brownville, Nebraska.

   On June 5, 1948, Pauline was united in marriage to John E. Ballue in Auburn, Nebraska. They made their home in Brownville and would be...

Vonda Kay McCracken

Vonda Kay McCracken

Feb 26, 2024

   Vonda Kay (Palmer) McCracken, one of three children of Jerry L. and Mary M. (Hanner) Palmer, was born January 31, 1966, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. She grew up and attended school in Kimball, Nebraska.

   On June 14, 1987, Vonda was united in marriage to Terry McCracken in Bushnell, Nebraska. They made their first home in Bushnell, and were blessed with...

Michael E. Mason

Michael E. Mason

Feb 19, 2024

   Michael Edward Mason was the only son of three children of Gaylord and Martha (Smith) Mason.   Born June 8, 1948, in Humboldt, Nebraska, Mike grew up in the Stella area where he went to school, graduating in 1966 from Stella High School.

   Mike entered the United States Army in August of 1967 and was stationed in Germany in...

Edward "Ed" Gauchat

Edward "Ed" Gauchat

Feb 17, 2024

Edward (Ed) Gauchat was born on October 16, 1933 on the family farm just South of Brock, NE.  Ed was one of three children of Frederick Louis, Sr. and Henrietta (Jeanneret) Gauchat.   Ed was baptized at the Brock Methodist Church and attended school in Brock, graduating from Brock High School in 1952.

 

After high school, Ed attended the University of...

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