Erwin Groth, 93, of West Point NE

August 15, 2015 Leave a comment


Erwin Groth, age 93, of West Point, NE passed away on Wednesday, August 12, 2015 at Premier Estates of West Point. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, August 18, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at Minnick Funeral Home with burial in the Mount Hope Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, August 17th from 5:00 -8:00 p.m. with family present. Pastor Steve Hoden of Salem Covenant of rural Oakland is officiating. Memorial are suggested to the West Point Fire Department or the Cuming Co. Fair Foundation in Erwin’s name for improved handicap accessibility. Arrangements by Minnick Funeral Home in West Point.

Erwin Groth was born on August 25, 1921 on the farm northeast of West Point to Bill and Minnie (Wickert) Groth. He would have been 94 in a couple of weeks. Erwin attended Cuming Co. Rural School through the 8th grade. He entered the Army on September 13, 1946 at Ft. Crook, NE as a truck driver. He was honorably discharged April 27, 1947 and received the World War II Victory Medal.

Erwin married Ruth Grunke, an avid bowler he met at his bowling alley, on June 15, 1952. He was engaged in farming and trucking. Four children were born to this union.

In 1963, Erwin lost both arms in a farm accident. He learned to persevere through using prosthetic hooks and could do just about anything except put on his socks. He never used this accident as a handicap, although he was classified as 100% disabled.

One of his great passions was the West Point Fire Department and continued to serve on the department after the accident. He had served for over 50 years and for some of that time with two of his sons, Jim and Scott.

In their retirement years, Erwin and Ruth enjoyed attending sporting events of all kinds. They loved Nebraska Cornhusker football, attending games when they could and never missed a game on the television.

Erwin is survived by sons, Jim (wife Marilee) of Oakland; Scott Groth of West Point; Stan (wife Jean) of Pilger; and daughter Mary Groth of Ashland City, TN. He has two grandchildren, Tyler Groth of Lincoln and Emilee Groth of Norfolk, along with three nephews and two nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Ruth, in 2002, brother-in-law-Warren Grunke, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Clinton and Ardene Grunke, and a nephew Richard Grunke.

Erwin Groth

Erwin Groth

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Donald F. Potter, 83, of Pender Ne

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Donald F. Potter, 83, of Pender, Nebraska passed away Thursday, August 13, 2015 at Legacy Garden Living Center in Pender, Nebraska. Funeral services will be Monday, August 17, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Church of Pender; Pastor Steven Breazier is officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, August 16, 2015 at the United Church of Pender from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Walthill, NE. Memorials may be directed to the Nebraska Heart Institute or Hospice of Siouxland. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE.

Donald was born August, 30, 1931 to Wilmer and Louisa (Novak) Potter near Pender, NE. He received his high school diploma while serving in the Army in Germany. On November 22, 1952, Donald married Glenda Nelsen in Winnebago, NE. The couple had three children.

Donald worked on the family farm until he retired. Donald was an amateur inventor and also enjoyed taking on projects, many with carpentry and electrical work. In his free time, he attended music festivals, played pool, and took pictures which were made into videos. Donald adored cherry pie and chocolate. Donald loved to tease people and spend time with his family.

He is survived by his wife; Glenda of Pender, NE, son; Ray (Pam) Potter of Thurston, NE, daughters; Julie Dunn of Omaha, NE, Wanda (Donovan) Kleinschmit of Crofton, NE, sister; Della Mahon of Sioux City, IA, five grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.

Donald is preceded in death by his parents, and sisters; Hazel and Glora Mae.

Donald Potter

Donald Potter

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Merle J. Schwarten, 86, of Wakefield NE

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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. 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.

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Irma Powley, 92, of Pender NE

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Irma Powley, 92, of Pender, Nebraska died on Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Legacy Garden Rehabilitation and Living Center in Pender, NE.

Funeral services for Irma are pending at this time with Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Pender,

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Cheri Nelson, 67, of Wisner NE

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Cheri Nelson, age 67, of Wisner, Nebraska passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2015 at her home.  Funeral services will be on Monday, August 17, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at the Christ Lutheran Church in Wisner, NE.  Interment will be in the Wisner Cemetery.  Visitation will be held Sunday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Minnick Funeral Home in Wisner, NE.  Arrangements by Minnick Funeral Home in Wisner.

Cheri was born November 26, 1947 to Lester and Stella (Dieriex) Gilliam at Rushville, NE.  She was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Rushville.  She attended Rushville Elementary School and graduated from Rushville High School in 1966.  Cheri attended Lincoln School of Commerce and received a degree as a legal secretary in 1968.

On December 28, 1968, she married Claire E. Nelson of Craig, NE at the United Methodist Church in Rushville.  The settled in Sioux City, IA, where she worked at a local legal firm while Claire finished his degree at Morningside College following his military training.  She later worked for Farm Credit Services in Norfolk for more than 31 years.

Cheri was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in Wisner, where she served on the memorial committee and was a member of WELCA.  She was also an active quilt maker with the sew and sew group at church.  Her artistic, baking and sewing talents were shared with her daughter Charisee and sons Chris and Chad during their 4-H years in Madison and Cuming County fairs.  She loved to garden and sold produce at Farmer’s Markets and roadside stands.  She loved to cook for her family and friends.  She was a member of the Xi Gamma Alpha sorority for 37 years and served in several capacities as well as “queen”.  She and Claire were members of the 49’ers Square Dance Club for many years.

She is survived by her husband Claire of over 46 years, son Chad and his wife Jenifer of Dodge, NE, son Christopher and friend Ricki Broady and granddaughter Payton, whom was the joy of her life, all of Brock, NE, sisters Patricia Joan of Mission Viego, CA and Phyliss Anderson of Rushville, NE, and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Cherisee Ann in 1991 and sister Donna Lehman Platt.

Cheri was so loved by her family and friends.  She was a brave and strong fighter in her long battle with cancer for nearly five years.  She so loved her supporter in her fight including her friends, family, doctors, nurses, dialysis staff and so many more.  God bless them one and all and God Bless Cheri!

Cheri Nelson

Cheri Nelson

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Merle J. Schwarten, 86, of Wakefield NE

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Merle J. Schwarten, 86, of Wakefield, Nebraska passed away Friday, August 14, 2015 at the Wisner Care Center in Wisner, Nebraska.

Memorial services are pending with Bressler – Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Wakefield, Nebraska.

Merle Schwarten

Merle Schwarten

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Donald F. Potter, 83, of Pender NE

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Donald F. Potter, 83, of Pender, Nebraska passed away Thursday, August 13, 2015 at Legacy Garden Living Center in Pender, Nebraska.

Funeral services are pending with Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Pender, Nebraska.

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Dylan Jean Parsons, infant from Lyons NE

August 13, 2015 1 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.

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.

Please feel free to send your condolences to the family.
Each condolence will be printed and given to the family after the service.

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Kaitlyn Warne, 2, of Humbolt SD

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Kaitlyn Warne, 2 years old, of Humbolt, South Dakota passed away peacefully on Monday, August 10, 2015 surrounded by her family following her courageous battle with Leukemia.  Funeral Service will be 1 p.m. on Friday, August 14th, at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, South Dakota with interment at Montrose City Cemetery.  Visitation with the family present to greet friends will be 6 – 7:30pm Thursday, August 13, at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 5500 W. 26th Street, Sioux Falls, South Dakota.   Online condolences may be left for the family at http://www.millerfh.com.  Arrangements by Miller Funeral Home in Sioux Falls, SD.

Kaitlyn Mae Michael Warne, daughter of Matthew and Heather (Buchholz) Warne, was born September 13, 2012. In Kaitlyn’s short life she made a big impact on many people’s lives. She loved life and was full of life, and was a bit of a spitfire. Some say she knew what she wanted and some would say she was stubborn. With all the medical treatments she was not afraid of anything. She was a very smart little girl and she did everything early. She walked at 10 months, her teeth came in early, and began talking at an early age.

She loved her brother and sister, loved to greet her parents at the door, and really loved seeing her grandparents. She enjoyed rides in the car and walks by the pond. Definitely loved to listen to music.

Kaitlyn really liked her animals and liked Mini Mouse. She really liked kittens even though she did not have one.

Grateful for having shared her life are her parents, Matthew and Heather Warne, and sister, Meredith and brother, Brenden, Humboldt, SD; grandparents, Wayne and Nancy Warne, Dallas, TX, and Brian and Cindy Buchholz, Bancroft, NE; great grandmothers, Connie Mitchell, and Maxine Buchholz, both of Bancroft, NE; her Aunts and Uncles, Angie (Eric) Struck, Sioux Falls, SD, Travis (Jody) Buchholz, Bancroft, NE, Tim (Nargis) Buchholz, Omaha, NE, Leslie (Matt) Guzinski, Omaha, NE, Leah Warne, Dallas, TX, Stephen (Megan) Warne, New Braunfels, TX; and several cousins, and other relatives, and a host of family friends.

Kaitlyn Warne

Kaitlyn Warne

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Wayne Allen, 84, of Pender NE

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Wayne M. Allen, 84, of Pender, NE, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2015 at the Pender Community Hospital in Pender, NE. Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church; Pastor Miles Ruch will be officiating. The visitation will be Monday, August 10, 2015 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. at Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE. Burial will be in the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family for future designation. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE.

Wayne was born on May 18, 1931 in Onawa, IA the son of Glen and Mabel (Solien) Allen. He graduated from Whiting High School in 1949. After graduation, Wayne farmed near Whiting and Hinton, IA. On November 4, 1951, he married Sally Carlson in Whiting, IA. To this union five children were born: Peggy, Linda, Rusty, Rory and Kay. The couple moved to Pender in 1960 where he farmed. Wayne had a love for farming and took great pride and joy in his yard. He also loved his many autos, motorcycles, and traveling. Most of all, Wayne loved spending time with his family.

Wayne is survived by his wife; Sally of Pender, NE, sons; Rusty (Laurie) Allen, Rory (Carol) Allen of Pender, NE, daughters; Linda (Larry) Simonsen of Pender, NE, Kay (Kerry) Frerk of La Grange, IL, Eleven grandchildren: Tony (Angela) Simonsen, Travis (Alison) Simonsen, Lance (Hali) Allen, Reed (Heidi) Allen, Jordan Frerk, Justin Frerk, Brooke (Jason) Huisenga, Shanna Simonsen, Trisha Simonsen, Courtney Allen, and Kayci (Steven) Ready. He is also survived by nine great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter; Peggy, brothers; Leland, Dorance and Robert Allen and his sisters; Genevieve Flannery, Betty Jane Schneider, and Mona Uhlarik.

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