Honoring the Lives of Loved Ones
Celebrating the Memories and Legacy of Those We've Lost with Compassion and Respect in Gothenburg, NE
Sharon Bennett
Sep 13, 2023
Sharon Bennett, 84, of Orlando, Florida, died peacefully in her home in Orlando, Florida on September 13, 2023.She was born February 17, 1939 in Gothenburg, NE, daughter of Edmond and Dorothy C. Aden. Sharon grew up in Gothenburg and graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1957. Shortly thereafter she moved to Denver, Colorado and became a flight attendant for Frontier...
Leonard Franzen
Sep 13, 2023
Leonard Eugene Franzen, 95, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died September 13, 2023, at Hilltop Estates, in Gothenburg, NE.
He was born November 27, 1927 in Gothenburg, NE, son of M.G. and Helen Franzen.
Leonard grew up in the Gothenburg area and attended Etna School and 81 R schools before graduating from Gothenburg High School. Leonard married Esther Marie Jensen on...
Ronald Hudson
Sep 11, 2023
Ronald “Ron” E. Hudson, 79, of Shelton, NE died on Monday, September 11, 2023 at CHI Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney. Funeral services will be at 10:30 AM on Monday, September 18, 2023 at the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg with Pastor Doug Hjelmstad officiating. Burial will take place in the Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4...
Betty Cura-Castillo
Sep 10, 2023
Betty Cura-Castillo, 82, of Gothenburg, NE, passed away September 10, 2023, at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg, NE.
Betty was born in Bakersfield, California to Camille Beatrice (Keough) and Roy Hunnicutt on July 10, 1941. She graduated Bakersfield High in 1959. Betty lived in Bakersfield until she married Robert (Bob) Hockett on August 2, 1959 at the old church in...
Susan Carr
Aug 28, 2023
Susan Carr, “Sue” or “Susie”, a beloved resident of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on August 28, 2023. Born on March 31, 1954, in North Platte, Susan's life was filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to her family and friends.
With a deep sense of pride for her hometown, Sue attended and graduated from high school...
Ryan Nelson Roesner
Aug 27, 2023
Ryan Nelson Roesener, of Gothenburg, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2023, at the young age of 32. He is survived his mother Tami Moser of Lincoln, NE and his brother Jake (Sarah) Moser of Lincoln, NE; half sister Carlie (Tyler) Gillett of Camby, IN. He was preceded by his dad Scott Moser, grandma Carletta Trujillo and his great...
Janice Faye Gonzales
Aug 21, 2023
Janice Faye Gonzales, 80, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died August 21, 2023 at Stone Hearth Estates in Gothenburg, NE.
Janice Faye Gonzales was born March 8, 1943 to Ed and Mabel (Franzen) Kuhlman in Gothenburg, NE. She grew up on a farm north of town with her three siblings Patricia, Don, and Rhonda. Janice attended Gothenburg High School, where she...
Berdine Norlander
Aug 13, 2023
Berdine A. Norlander, 87, of Booneville, MS passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2023 at her home. Funeral services are set for Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 3 pm at Magnolia Funeral Home - East. Visitation will be Saturday, August 19, 2023 from 1pm-3pm at Magnolia Funeral Home -East. Following services in Mississippi, Mrs. Norlander will be taken to...
William Ewing
Aug 10, 2023
William Brewster Ewing, 94, of West Hills, CA, formerly of Glendale, CA, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 10, 2023.
He was the ninth child born to Chatham John and Rachel (Oleson) Ewing of Scotch Plains, New Jersey. After his mother passed in the spring of 1947, he went to live with his oldest sister...
Marilyn Gardner
Aug 8, 2023
Marilyn Gardner, 87, of Farnam, Nebraska, died August 8, 2023 at Hilltop Estates, in Gothenburg, NE.
Marilyn was born December 10, 1935 to Elvin and Pansy (Thomalla) Peirsol. She grew up in Farnam and helped with the family run business the Farnam Cafe (Peirsol Cafe) as a teenager. Marilyn graduated from Farnam High School in 1953 and went...
Frances Joan Jobman
Aug 7, 2023
Frances Joan Jobman, 91, of Gothenburg, NE, died August 7, 2023 at StoneHearth Estates, Gothenburg, NE.
She was born August 14, 1931, North of Cozad, NE, daughter of Ralph John and Hilda (Blankman) Block.
She was a member of the American Lutheran Church.
Frances married Lester Jobman on December 16, 1951 at Christ Lutheran Church at Gothenburg. To this...
Robert F. Keiser
Jul 25, 2023
Robert F. Keiser, 86, of Gothenburg, NE, passed away July 25, 2023 at Meadowlark Pointe in Cozad, NE.
He was born September 12, 1936 to Edwin and Gladys (Duis) Keiser in Gothenburg, NE. Robert graduated with the class of 1954.
Robert started at the young age of 17 driving a truck for Harry Wilson. He got the bug of...
Robert "Bob" Miller
Jul 7, 2023
Robert "Bob" Stanley Miller, 72, of Brady, Nebraska, died July 7, 2023 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.
A family led celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 11am at the Brady Community Center.
Private burial will take place in the Peckham Cemetery.
Memorials may be given to the family for later designation.
Elaine Joyce Brown
Jul 7, 2023
Elaine Joyce Brown, lovingly known by her family and friends, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2023, in Kearney, Nebraska. She was born on December 10, 1938, near Seward, NE, to Adolph and Elsie Schulz. Elaine's remarkable life will forever be cherished and remembered.
Elaine accomplished numerous milestones throughout her life. She embarked on a career as the proud owner...
Chase Corbett Hahn
Jul 3, 2023
Chase Corbett Hahn, 21, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died July 3, 2023 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN.
He was born December 14, 2001 in Kearney, NE, son of Corbett and Christine (Meis) Hahn.
When Chase was born, it was quickly discovered that he had a serious medical issue and was soon diagnosed with a heart defect. He...
Mary Ann Norgaard
Jul 3, 2023
Mary Ann (Shirley) Norgaard passed away at the Senior Living Choices Assisted Living Facility in Curtis, Nebraska on Monday, July 3, 2023 at the age of 91 with her family at her side.
Mary Ann was born January 2, 1932 at their rural home near Stockville, Nebraska to Thomas Clarence and Isabell Irene (Wagner) Shirley where she was the...
Robin Burnett
Jun 22, 2023
Robin Burnett, 62, of Brady, Nebraska, passed away on June 22, 2023 at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE.
Robin was born in Riverton, WY. He spent all 13 school years attending Brady Public Schools and graduated in 1979. The morning after he graduated he drove up and down the railroad tracks until he landed a job with...
Thomas Shea
Jun 22, 2023
Thomas Shea, 73, of Gothenburg, NE passed away on June 22, 2023. Thomas was born to Earl and Sylvia (Joines) Shea in Lexington, NE on October 4th, 1949. He grew up in Oconto, NE where he attended grade school and graduated from Oconto High School. After high school, he attended Wayne State College for two years before moving to Cozad...
Richard Loibl
Jun 21, 2023
Richard Loibl, 68, of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died June 21, 2023 at his home in Gothenburg, NE.
He was born July 13, 1954 in Cozad, NE, son of Maximilian R. and Irene (Newman) Loibl.
Richard graduated with the Gothenburg class of 1973. Richard loved cars, spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include his son, Joshua Loibl; life partner,...
Alverda Cook
Jun 18, 2023
Alverda was born to Martin William and Molly (Friesenborg) Sommer on September 3, 1931 in Gothenburg, NE.
Alverda was baptized September 28, 1931, at St John's Lutheran Church and confirmed on September 15, 1946 also at St John's. Alverda attended and graduated from Gothenburg High School in 1950. During her younger years, she worked at Myers' Drugstore, followed by employment...
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