Carol D. Hovendick, 63, of Tekamah NE

August 25, 2015 Leave a comment


Carol D. Hovendick, 63 years, of Tekamah, Nebraska, passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2015 at her home.

Carol was born to Duane and Mary Mills; she grew up in Fremont, Nebraska. Carol graduated from Fremont High School in 1970. She attended one year of college at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln, where she was studying to be a P.E. Teacher. In 1973, she married Dan Lee Reinert, and together they had one child, Mikki Ann Reinert.

Carol was a quiet person who kept to herself. However, to her friends and family members, she was always the first one there for any support that you would need.

When Carol was younger, her true love was softball. One of the first things she did when she moved to town was find a softball team that was practicing, and ask to join them. That team was the “Charlie’s Angels”, and this would turn out to be one of the best decisions she ever made. She truly loved the sport, but it was the friendships and bonds that she made on that team, and all other teams that followed, that would turn out to be the ones that she cherished the most.

Carol loved to read; her favorite author was Steven King. She was also a lover of the outdoors, and could always be found outside either watching nature or being active herself. She was a proud, loving mother and grandmother.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Samuel Frank; brother-in-law, Larry Reinert.

She is survived by her daughter, Mikki (Jason) Shafer of Glenvil, NE; two grandsons, Adam Shafer of Glenvil, Kaleb Shafer of Newport News, VA; one granddaughter, Jalyn Shafer of Glenvil; sister, Mary (David) Wymer of Portville, NY; brother Robert Mills of North Platte, NE; sisters-in-law, Sandy (Norm) Metz of Tekamah, Linda Johnson of Correctionville, IA; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, all of which she loved dearly.

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Twila A. Kessinger, 75, of Dixon NE

August 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Twilla A. Kessinger, 75, of Dixon, Nebraska passed away Thursday, August 20, 2015 at Hillcrest Care Center in Laurel, Nebraska. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Dixon with Father David Liewer officiating. The visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the church with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Rosehill Cemetery in Pender. Arrangements are under the direction of Bressler – Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Wakefield.

Twilla was born on March 4, 1940 in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Lee and Virginia (Rockhold) Hale. As a young child, the family moved to Raton, NM, where she graduated from High School 1958. On August 20, 1962, she was united in marriage to Doyle Kessinger in Raton, NM. The couple moved to Dixon, NE, where they lived until her passing. In 1990, Twilla entered Wayne State College, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in 1994. She earned her degree while working at Hillcrest Care Center. She continued to work there and at Careage Campus of Care in Wayne, NE as a Social Service Director. She was a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church, St. Anne’s Altar Society and was an EME. Twilla was also a member of the Wayne Rotary, Toastmasters, Eastern Star, Laurel VFW, the Red Hat Society, and the Concord – Dixon Senior Center. She enjoyed reading, word search puzzles, going to the movies and spending time with her friends and family.

Twilla is survived by her husband Doyle of Dixon, NE, sons: Gary Kessinger of Marlow, OK, Alvin (Christina) Kessinger of Bellevue, NE, Matthew (Redding) Kessinger of Riga, Latvia and Michael Kessinger of Bellevue, NE; daughters: Adel Bohlken of Concord, NE, Jodi Kessinger of Omaha, NE and her special friend Dick Margarita of Sacramento, CA, twelve grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Virginia and parents-in-law, Alvin and Maxine Kessinger, an infant daughter Virginia Ann, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Lyle and Patty Heineman.

Twila Kessinger

Twila Kessinger

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Twila A. Kessinger, 75, of Dixon NE

August 21, 2015 Leave a comment


Twilla A. Kessinger, 75, of Dixon, Nebraska passed away Thursday, August 20, 2015 at Hillcrest Care Center in Laurel, Nebraska. Funeral services for Twilla will be held on Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Dixon with Father David Liewer officiating.

The visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the church with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Rosehill Cemetery in Pender. Bressler – Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home of Wakefield is in charge of the arrangements.

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Chuck Rogers, Sr., 88, of Oakland NE

August 20, 2015 Leave a comment


CHUCK ROGERS, SR. was born September 13, 1926 to Charles A. and Irene (Stillman) Rogers in Decatur, Nebraska. He passed away Wednesday, August 19, 2015, at the Pender Community Hospital in Pender, Nebraska, at the age of 88 years.

He attended school in Decatur and Los Angeles, California, where he graduated. He served in the Army during World War II, and was honored to be a veteran.

On March 30, 1948, he married Betty Ann Lindstrom. To this union three children were born, Chuck, Kathleen and Deanna. Aside from his family, his lifelong passion was selling cars and creating X-Tra-Touch barbecue sauce.

Chuck’s hobbies were horse racing, playing bridge, golfing, bowling, cooking ribs and remodeling houses. In his younger years, Chuck and Betty would spend time in Arizona during the winter months. He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports, and participate in other activities.

He was a member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oakland, Nebraska, American Legion Post Rogers-Crum Post #215, Tekamah Masonic Lodge #31 A.F. &A.M. and a past member of Tangier Shrine of Omaha, Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Perry, Doyle and Norman; great grandchildren, Gabriel and Jude Ray.

He is survived by his wife, Betty; son, Chuck (Linda) Rogers; daughters, Kathleen (Randy) Wolfe, Deanna (Greg) Ray; ten grandchildren, Leslee (Kevin) Brenneis, Burt (Becky) Rogers, Paula (Tracy) Denton, Brad (Becky) Hawkins, Kristi (Mike) Midthun, Rachel (Matt) George, Connie (Matt) Felber, Gus (Nikki) Ray, Kate (Mick) Connealy, Roger (Megan) Ray; 27 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Orma Rogers, Elfie Nelson, Ione Lipps, Marlene Lindstrom; brother-in-law, Vincent Lindstrom; a host of family and friends.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Friday, August 21, 2015, 1 pm, at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oakland with MILITARY HONORS by American Legion Rogers-Crum Post #215 and Robert Klase-Rogers VFW Post #7998

NO VISITATION

BURIAL: At a later date

MEMORIALS: To the family for designation at a later date.

Please feel free to send your condolences to the family.
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Chuck Rogers Sr.

Chuck Rogers Sr.

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Kenneth Pedersen, Sr., 82, of Emerson NE

August 19, 2015 Leave a comment


Kenneth Marinus Pedersen, Sr., 82, of Emerson, NE passed away Monday, August 17, 2015 at the Pender Community Hospital in Pender. Funeral services will be Friday, August 21, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Emerson; Pastor Miles Ruch will be officiating. Visitation will be Thursday, August 20, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church with a prayer service starting at 7:00 p.m. Burial with military honors will be in Rose Hill Cemetery in Emerson. Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Emerson.

Kenneth was born March 4, 1933 to Walter R. and Helga (Dyer) Pedersen in Homer, NE. He attended elementary in Homer and graduated from Emerson High School. On April 9, 1954 he enlisted into the U.S. Army in Omaha, NE and was involved with the Korean War. On April 24, 1957 Kenneth married Alice Lundgren in Luverne, MN. To this union the couple had five children.

Kenneth worked for the Nebraska Public Power District in the Purchasing Department and retired in 1996 after 29 years of service. He was an active member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church and served on the council and a member of the American Legion Post 60 in Emerson and was the past Adjutant and Treasurer for the post. He also served on the Emerson Tri-View Apartments board for several years. In his spare time he enjoyed playing cards and golfing with friends. Most of all, Kenneth loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Alice Pedersen of Emerson; son, Kenneth Jr. (Traci) Pedersen of Grand Island, NE; daughters, Brenda (Keith) Bice of Columbus, NE, Julie (Dan) Nielsen of Hornick, IA, Rhonda (Tim) Schademann of Columbus, NE and Susan (Lowell) Jepsen of Columbus, NE; sisters, Joyce, (Lee) Eggleston of Marshalltown, IA, Elaine (Don) Steinman of Emerson, NE, and Beverly Dawdy of Sioux City, IA; sisters-in-law Jackie Pedersen of Grand Lake, CO, and Pam Pedersen of Grandby, CO; eighteen grandchildren, two step grandchilren and twelve great grandchildren.

Kenneth is preceded in death by his parents, sister, Eleanor (Louis) Gutzmann, brothers Harlan Pedersen and Richard Pedersen, brother-in-law Chuck Dawdy.

Kenneth Pedersen

Kenneth Pedersen

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Chuck Rogers, Sr., 88, of Oakland NE

August 19, 2015 Leave a comment


CHUCK ROGERS, SR., 88 years of Oakland, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday August 19, 2015, at the Pender Community Hospital in Pender, Nebraska.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Friday, August 21, 2015, 1 pm, at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Oakland with MILITARY HONORS by American Legion Rogers-Crum Post #215 and Robert Klase-Rogers VFW Post #7998

NO VISITATION

BURIAL: At a later date

MEMORIALS: To the family for designation at a later date.

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Kenneth M. Pedersen, 82, of Emerson NE

August 18, 2015 Leave a comment


Kenneth M. Pedersen, 82, of Emerson, Nebraska died on Monday, August 17, 2015 at the Pender Community Hospital in Pender, Nebraska.

Funeral services are currently pending with Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home of Emerson.

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Merle J. Schwarten, 86, of Wakefield NE

August 16, 2015 Leave a comment


Merle J. Schwarten, 86, of Wakefield, Nebraska died on Friday, August 14, 2015 at the Wisner Care Center in Wisner, NE. Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at Salem Lutheran Church in Wakefield; Pastor Barbara Hansen will be officiating. The visitation will be held on Monday from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m, with a brief prayer service at 7:00, at the Bressler – Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Wakefield. Burial with military honors will be in the Wakefield Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation.

Merle was born on August 6, 1929 in Wakefield, Nebraska, the son of Charles and Anna (Gradert) Schwarten. He attended Wakefield High School, graduating in 1947. On August 17, 1951, he was united in marriage to Lois Stipp at Papillion, NE. In 1951, Merle entered the United States Army serving during the Korean War. Merle and Lois lived in Wakefield where Merle owned and operated a gas station and a tank wagon service, delivering fuel to farmers. He later drove school bus, worked at CVA, Salmon Well, helped many farmers, and was the church custodian. On September 13, 1996, Lois passed away. On November 14, 1998, he was united in marriage to Mae (Salmon) Pearson.

Merle was an avid fisherman, hunter, bowler, loved to play baseball in his younger years and watch Legion baseball. He enjoyed baking and was known to have the best rye bread in town. He enjoyed traveling, watching Husker volleyball and football, spending time with family and friends, visiting and playing cards. He was a member of the American Legion Anton Bokemper Post #81, a lifelong member of Salem Lutheran Church, and an active community member.

He is survived by his wife Mae of Wakefield, sons, Randy (Christine) Still of Denver CO, Doug Schwarten of Lincoln, NE, and a daughter Kathy (Randy) Bird of Wayne, NE, seven grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Vickie (Mike) Loofe of Wakefield and sister-in-law Betty Schwarten of Wakefield.

Merle was preceded in death by his parents, wife Lois, son Brad Schwarten, granddaughter Megan Schwarten, and his brother Weldon Schwarten.

Merle Schwarten

Merle Schwarten

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Irma L. Powley, 92, of Pender NE

August 16, 2015 Leave a comment


Irma L. (Tiege) Powley, 92, of Pender, Nebraska died on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Legacy Garden Rehabilitation and Living Center in Pender, NE. Funeral services will be Tueday, August 18, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the United Church of Pender in Pender, NE; Pastor Steven Breazier will be officiating. Visitation will be Monday, August 17, 2015 at the United Church of Pender from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Rosehill Cemetery in Pender. Memorials may be directed to the United Church of Pender and Twin Creeks Golf Course in Pender, NE. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE.

Irma was born August 6, 1923 to Julius and Edna (Gunsolly) Tiege. In 1947, she married Darroll Powley in Lincoln, NE. The couple had one son. Irma was a member of the United Church of Pender and was a founding member of Twin Creeks Golf Course in Pender. In her free time, Irma enjoyed golfing, crocheting, and league bowling.

Irma is survived by her son, Raymond R. Powley of Celina, Ohio, three grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, daughter-in-law, Patricia Powley, two sisters, and one brother.

Irma Powley

Irma Powley

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Dylan Jean Parsons, infant from Lyons NE

August 16, 2015 Leave a comment


Dylan Jean Parsons, infant daughter of Shannon Parsons and Cheri Doyal, went to heaven on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at Oakland Mercy Hospital in Oakland, Nebraska. She was born on June 30, 2015 in Pender, Nebraska and resided with her parents and siblings in Lyons, Nebraska.

Survivors include her parents; brother, Isiah; sisters, Madison and Jasmyne all of Lyons; grandparents, Charlie and Peggy Smith, of Beemer, NE, Bob and Lynette Paine of Woodbine, IA; great grandma, Margaret Schultz of Beemer, NE; a host of family.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Monday, August 17, 2015, 11:00 a.m. at Beemer Mennonite Church in Beemer, Nebraska.

MEMORIAL VISITATION: One hour prior to service at the church.

BURIAL at a later date.

MEMORIALS: To the family for designation at a later date.

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Dylan Parsons

Dylan Parsons

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