Thankful for the Little Things

November 24, 2015 Leave a comment


By Elisha Smith, elishas@cfra.org, Center for Rural Affairs 

I don’t usually reflect much on the abundant amenities of where I live. Generally I take the wide open spaces, fresh air, breathtaking sunsets and a myriad of other things for granted.
But a recent Rural Housewives article reminded me of the many benefits that small town and rural living provide that are easy to overlook. There are the obvious things like beautiful landscapes, bright stars at night, friendly people, knowing your neighbors and so on.
Then there’s the less obvious…little things that are unique to small towns that our urban counterparts probably can’t imagine.
Little things like tabs, charge accounts and accepting checks. Most stores and cafes in small towns still honor these. And the act of bartering is another viable payment option…
Speaking of bartering, just the other day I traded home raised ground beef (raised in my backyard) for farm fresh eggs. And I can’t count the times my husband has baled someone’s hay, gathered cattle for others, fixed a neighbor’s fence or lent out equipment in exchange for another service or critter.
Recently after baling hay for a neighbor, we received a pony as payment! Now I can’t say for sure, beings I don’t reside in a city, but I highly doubt that an animal qualifies as an acceptable form of payment there…
So during this month of thanks instead of focusing on what our small towns may lack, why not be thankful for all the wonderful small things that only a small town can provide?

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Jane A. Frandsen, 84, of Fremont NE Formerly of the Uehling NE Area

November 24, 2015 Leave a comment


Jane A. Frandsen age 84, of Fremont, formerly of the Uehling area
passed away Sunday November 22, 2015 at Dunklau Gardens in Fremont.

The funeral will be 10:30am Wednesday at the Uehling Auditorium in Uehling. The Rev. Mark Eldal will officiate. Burial will follow in the Elim Lutheran Cemetery in Swaburg. Visitation will be Tuesday from 3pm to 8pm with the family receiving friends from 6pm to 8pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to the Uehling Park or Uehling Auditorium.

Jane was born May 7, 1931 in Oakland, Nebraska to Arthur and Pearl ‘Mallette’ Von Essen. She was raised on the family farm southwest of Oakland. She graduated from Uehling High School in 1948 then attended the Commercial Extension School of Commerce in Omaha. After her schooling she worked for Mutual of Omaha then Hormel Foods in Fremont. She married Vernon Frandsen in 1953. The couple lived on a farm near Swaburg until 1963, then moved to a farm near Hooper and lived there for 2 years before returning to her family’s home place. Jane worked as a secretary for Logan View Schools from 1970 until 1991. The couple retired and moved into Fremont in 1991.

Jane was a member of the Uehling American Legion Auxiliary, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Uehling and belonged to an extension club. Jane and Vernon played in a card club with the same people for over 60 years. While in Fremont they also attended First Lutheran Church.

Survivors:
Husband – Vernon
Children – Susan (Gale) Corr of Boise, ID.
Kim (Doug) Johnson of Lincoln
Brad (Judy) Frandsen of Lincoln
6 grandchildren – Brian Corr and Justin (Katie Colwell) Corr
Jennifer and James Cottrell
Neleigh and Emily Frandsen
3 step grandchildren – Jeff and Stacy Johnson
Leesa (Brent) Balik
2 great grandchildren – Noah and Phillip Corr
Sisters – Glenice (John) Watson of O’Neill, NE.
Judy Otteman of Boise, ID.
Brother – Herman (Lois) Von Essen of Mazeppa, MN
Sister-in-law – Verda (Tom) Dougherty of Arizona
many nieces and nephews

Jane was preceded in death by her parents, infant brother and son-in-law Bob Cottrell.

Jane Frandsen

Jane Frandsen

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Harriet Meyer, 83, of Walthill NE

November 23, 2015 Leave a comment


Harriet Meyer, 83, of Walthill, NE, passed away Saturday, November 21, 2015 at Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City, IA. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at the Cornerstone Assembly of God Church in Pender at 10:30 a.m.; with Pastor Paul Malcomson and Pastor Randy Nelson officiating. The visitation will be Tuesday, November 24, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE. Burial will be in the Randolph Cemetery in Randolph, NE. Memorials may be directed to the Walthill Senior Center in Walthill, NE. Arrangements are under the direction of Munderloh-Smith Funeral Home in Pender, NE.

Harriet was born October 10, 1932 to Paul W. and Elsie (Riddiough) Andrew in Randolph, NE. She graduated from Randolph High School in 1950 and received a teaching degree from Wayne Teachers College in 1951. Harriet married Clayton Meyer in 1952, the couple had six children. Harriet was a member of the Light of the World Gospel Church and the Senior Center. She enjoyed playing cards, traveling, and reading. Harriet loved life, her family, and the Lord.

She is survived by her sons, Greg (Debbie) Meyer of Decatur, NE, Jeff Meyer of Granite Falls, WA, Clay Meyer (Viola Burkett) of Hastings, NE, Kip Meyer (Jenny Louis) of Elkhorn, NE; daughter Cristi (Tom) Baumert of Elkhorn, NE; sisters, Pauline Collier of Norfolk, NE, Judy Loofe of Wakefield, NE; brothers, Gilbert Andrew of Norfolk, NE, Don Andrew of Randolph, NE, 15 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, son, Randy Meyer; granddaughter, Brianna Baumert; great granddaughter, Ora Springer Meyer; niece, Kim Andrew; and nephew Alan Andrew.

Harriet Meyer

Harriet Meyer

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Donald A. King, 83, of Oakland NE

November 23, 2015 Leave a comment


Donald A. King, 83 of Oakland, Nebraska passed away Friday, November 20, 2015 at Crowell Nursing Home in Blair, Nebraska.

Donald was born April 14, 1932 in Tekamah, Nebraska to Floyd A. and Hazel Marie (Warren) King. Don grew up in the Craig and Tekamah area, helping with the farm. He entered the Army in 1952, and served until 1954 as an infantry carpenter. He married Stella in Omaha.

He worked as a service technician at a scrap hauling business for 29 years. He was a car detailer at H.P. Smith Ford until he had to retire due to health. He was married to Roxann Travis in May of 1979, and lived in Omaha, Nebraska; they divorced in 1999. Don enjoyed Ford pickups, fishing, junking and spending time with family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; son, Art Case; wife, Jeanette; granddaughter, Elizabeth; brothers, Darrell King, Richard King, Keith King; sisters, Jeri King, June Tranmer.

He is survived by his daughter, April (David) Kirby of Missouri Valley, IA; grandchildren, Mike (Amanda) Snyder, David (Jody) Dome, John Case, Arthur (Jackie) Case, Donna Rife, Mary (Ken) Barrett, Nicole Smith, David J. Kirby, LeeAnn Kirby, Morgan Kirby, McKenzie Kirby; numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Funeral Service

11:00 AM Tues., Nov. 24th at Pelan Funeral Services Tekamah.
Burial will be in the Herman Cemetery in Herman NE.

Donald King

Donald King

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Community Pep Rally for State Bound OC Knight Football Team

November 23, 2015 Leave a comment


A community pep rally was held at the OC school yesterday in honor of the state bound Knights. The Knights take on David City tomorrow at 2:45 p.m. at Memorial Stadium. The game will be on channel 26 and on the West Point radio. Go Knights!!! All photos credit of Cheri Droescher.

A community pep rally was held at the OC school yesterday in honor of the state bound Knights. The Knights take on David City tomorrow at 2:45 p.m. at Memorial Stadium. The game will be on channel 26 and on the West Point radio. Go Knights!!! All photos credit of Cheri Droescher.

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Reminder: Community Pep Rally is Today

November 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Today at 5:00 p.m., there is a community pep rally for the OC Knight Football Team. The rally will be held at the OC secondary building in the gymnasium.

Everyone is encouraged to attend to cheer on the Knights to victory Tuesday at the state championship football game! Go OC! Beat David City!!! Let’s go Knights!!!

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Kenneth W. Hartwig, 82, of Pender NE

November 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Kenneth W. Hartwig, 82 of Pender, Nebraska fought a courageous battle against cancer and lost the fight on Thursday, November 19, 2015 at UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital in Sioux City, IA. Memorial services for Ken will be held on Monday, November 23, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Pender; Pastor Miles Ruch will be officiating. The visitation will begin one hour prior to the service on Monday. Burial will be at a later date at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Cemetery near Pender. Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation. Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home of Pender is in charge of the arrangements.

Ken was born on July 12, 1933 at the Dorothy Picotte Memorial Hospital in Walthill, NE, the son of William and Alice (Einemann) Hartwig. In 1950 he graduated from Walthill High School. Shortly after graduation he joined the United States Army and served in Korea. On October 21, 1956, he was united in marriage to Vivian Pieper. To this union four children were born: Katherine, Sheryl, Christine and William. In the early 1970s, Ken became owner operator of the garbage business in Pender. He also drove the school bus, worked as a janitor at the Pender High School and was an associate realtor with NE Nebraska Realty. The family moved into their current residence in 1978.

Ken was a collector of many things. He enjoyed fishing, morel mushroom hunting, attending auctions and old cars. He was a member of the Pender V.F.W, the American Legion, serving as Commander, President of the Nebraska Token Club, member of the Classic Car Club of Onawa and a lifelong member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. What he enjoyed most was spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years Vivian of Pender, daughters: Katherine (Earl) Snyder of Sioux City, IA, Sheryl (Donovan) Ehrman of Greeley, CO, Christine Glissman of Pender and a son William (Karen) Hartwig of Fremont, NE. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Lisa (James) Glissman-Mayner, Emily Glissman, Quinn Ehrman, Earl “Alex” Snyder, Kathryn Ehrman, Hannah (Seth) DeMoss, Noel Johnson, Autumn Johnson, and three great grandchildren: Derek, Pheobe and Mia Glissman-Mayner, sister Karolyn Sartin of Ringgold, GA; brother Willis (Bettty) Hartwig of Longmont, CO, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and former son-in-law Brad Glissman.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents and his grandson Brian Weston Glissman.

Kenneth Hartwig

Kenneth Hartwig

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Margaret R. Heineman, 92, of Pender NE

November 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Margaret R. Heineman, 92, of Pender, Nebraska died on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at the Pender Community Hospital in Pender.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Pender; Pastor Miles Ruch will be officiating. The visitation will be held on Thursday,December 3, 2015 from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Pender, with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in the Rosehill Cemetery of Pender.

Margaret Heineman

Margaret Heineman

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William Eric McRoberts, 63, of Lyons NE

November 22, 2015 Leave a comment


William Eric McRoberts, 63 years, of Lyons, Nebraska, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2015, at the Oakland Mercy Hospital in Oakland, Nebraska.

Memorial Service

Sun., Nov. 22nd at Logan Valley Baptist Church in Lyons, Nebraska.

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Donald A. King, 83, of Oakland NE

November 22, 2015 Leave a comment


Donald A. King, 83 years of Oakland, Nebraska, passed away Friday, November 20, 2015 at the Crowell Memorial Home in Blair, Nebraska.

Funeral Service

Tuesday, November 24th at 11:00 AM.
Pelan Funeral Services Tekamah
Burial will be at the Herman Cemetery, Herman NE
Donald King

Donald King

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