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WILLIAM H. “BILL” TAYLOR SR., 88 years, of Oakland, Nebraska, passed away Saturday, May 9, 2015 at the Arbor Manor in Fremont, Nebraska.
FUNERAL SERVICE: Services are pending with Pelan Funeral Services Oakland.
May 10, 2015 Leave a comment
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 156 IN
EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR THE FOLLOWING AREAS
IN IOWA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 4 COUNTIES
IN SOUTHWEST IOWA
HARRISON POTTAWATTAMIE SHELBY
IN WEST CENTRAL IOWA
MONONA
IN NEBRASKA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 18 COUNTIES
IN EAST CENTRAL NEBRASKA
BURT BUTLER DODGE
DOUGLAS SARPY SAUNDERS
WASHINGTON
IN NORTHEAST NEBRASKA
ANTELOPE CEDAR COLFAX
CUMING KNOX MADISON
PIERCE PLATTE STANTON
THURSTON WAYNE
THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF…ASHLAND…BELLEVUE…BLAIR…
BLOOMFIELD…COLERIDGE…COLUMBUS…COUNCIL BLUFFS…CREIGHTON…
CROFTON…DAVID CITY…DECATUR…DUNLAP…ELGIN…FREMONT…
HARLAN…HARTINGTON…LA VISTA…LAUREL…LOGAN…LYONS…MACY…
MAPLETON…MISSOURI VALLEY…NELIGH…NIOBRARA…NORFOLK…
OAKLAND…OMAHA…ONAWA…OSMOND…PAPILLION…PENDER…PIERCE…
PLAINVIEW…RANDOLPH…SCHUYLER…STANTON…TEKAMAH…VERDIGRE…
WAHOO…WALTHILL…WAUSA…WAYNE…WEST POINT…WINNEBAGO…
WISNER…WOODBINE AND YUTAN.
May 10, 2015 Leave a comment
Bernice Stella (Rager) Fendrick, 91, of Emerson, Nebraska, passed away Friday, May 8, 2015 at Heritage of Emerson Nursing Home in Emerson. Funeral services will be Monday, May 11, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Emerson; Pastor Gretchen Ritola and Vicar Will Storm will be officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, May 10, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 p.m. Burial 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.
Bernice was born January 10, 1924 to Thomas, Sr. and Emma (Bourelle) Rager in Pender, NE. Bernice was the seventh of nine children. She married Adolph Fendrick October 12, 1942 in West Point, NE. The two met at a dance at the Dutch Hall and farmed for many years east of Emerson. Bernice and Adolph were married for 56 years before he passed away December 30, 1998. Bernice was a member of the Thurston Legion Auxiliary, The Happy Hour Club, and St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Bernice loved fishing, playing cards, flowers, cooking, reading cook books, and spending time with her family.
She is survived by her daughters, Judy (Buck) Ahlers of Emerson, NE, Barb (Gary) Millard of Emerson, NE; sons, Rick (Babe) Fendrick of Thurston, NE, Ron (Dee) Fendrick of Emerson, NE; brother Walt (Helen) Rager or Ravanna, NE; sister Daisy Pointer of Emerson, NE, 17 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Bernice is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Adolph; two brothers; four sisters; daughter-in-law, Barb Fendrick; grandson, Joe Kent, and great grandson Nathan Paulsen.
Bernice Fendrick
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Renee L. (Felt) Schulte, 32, of Sioux Falls, SD, formerly of Wakefield, Nebraska died on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Sanford Medical Center in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at the Wakefield Evangelical Covenant Church in Wakefield, NE; Pastor Kelly Johnston and Monte Gannon will be officiating. The visitation will be held on Monday, May 11, 2015 from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Wakefield with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 10, 2015 at the Celebrate Church Meadows Campus in Sioux Falls, SD. Burial will be in the Wakefield Cemetery in Wakefield, NE. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family for future designation. Bressler – Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home of Wakefield is in charge of the arrangements.
Renee was born on June 21, 1982 in Wakefield, Nebraska, the daughter of Merlin and Delores (Mulvenna) Felt. She was baptized and confirmed at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Wakefield, NE and graduated from Wakefield High School in 2000. She graduated from South Dakota State University in May of 2007. Renee was united in marriage to Matthew Schulte on October 15, 2011 at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Wakefield. Her most recent job was with Fiserv in Sioux Falls. Renee was active in 4-H and the Junior Simmental Association. She had a real zest for life, making friends where ever she went. Renee enjoyed volunteering with Lifescape in Sioux Falls and cheering on her beloved Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Minnesota Gophers. Most of all she loved the farm and spending time with her family.
Renee is survived by her husband Matt of Sioux Falls, SD, parents Merlin and Delores Felt of Wakefield, NE, a brother James Felt of Wakefield, NE, grandmother Mona Mulvenna of Wakefield, NE, father-in-law Dick Schulte of Rochester, MN, mother-in-law Nancy Schulte of Phoenix, AZ, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Kelly and Jon Gedney and a niece Helen Gadney of Peoria, AZ, many aunts and uncles and cousins.
She was preceded in death by an infant sister Lori Felt, grandparents Marvin and Ruth Felt and Her Mulvenna, Aunt Gloria Mitchell and Uncles Delbert Obenauer and Eldon Felt
May 9, 2015 Leave a comment
By Diana Schulzkump
When times are hard and things are tough,
When I want to say “I’ve had enough”,
I like to retreat to my Happy Place.
Where there are no troubles to face.
There I do not dwell on problems or pain,
There you are not allowed to cry or complain.
Everyone needs to find a Happy Place of their own.
It could be anywhere, maybe even home.
Each must reach deep down inside,
to find where you can set your worries aside.
May 9, 2015 Leave a comment
Joyce Meyer Stroh, age 85 a long time resident of Jackson and Pearl, Mississippi, passed away on May 5, 2015. Funeral services will be conducted by Rev. Judith Johnson on Wednesday, May 13 at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church north of Hooper, where she was baptized, confirmed and married. Visitation is Tuesday, May 12, from 3 – 8 p.m. with the family present from 6 – 8 p.m. at Ludvigsen’s Scribner Funeral Chapel in Scribner, Nebraska. Online condolences can be send at http://www.hooper-scribner.com. Ludvigsen’s Scribner Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.
Joyce was born on November 20, 1929 in Hooper, Nebraska, to Anna Osterloh Meyer and Arthur C. Meyer, and attended school in Scribner. She graduated from Midland Lutheran College in Fremont, Nebraska with a business degree, where she met her husband, Jack Stroh. They were married on June 16, 1951, in Hooper, Nebraska. Jack’s work as an insurance attorney carried them to Omaha, Kansas City, MO and then south to New Orleans and Jackson, where they reared their two children, Jeff and Jana.
Mrs. Stroh retired after 25 years as an Executive Secretary at Mississippi Educational Television where she worked from 1970-1995. She was a devoted and active Lutheran and died a member of Nativity Lutheran Church in Brandon, Mississippi. Joyce was a generous, devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her hobbies included sewing, gardening, and traveling with good friends.
Mrs. Stroh is preceded in death by her husband Jack Stroh.
She is survived by her son, Jeff Stroh, of Pearl, Mississippi and her daughter Jana Stroh Burnham (Jon) of Houston, Texas; her grandchildren Nathan Stroh (Kim), Justin Stroh (Rachel), Jennifer Burnham, Jackson Burnham; five great grandchildren: Owen Stroh, Blake Stroh, Taylor Stroh, Caroline Stroh, and Carson Stroh; brother Gene Meyer (Nancy) of Hooper, eight nieces and nephews and their families.
Joyce was born on November 20, 1929 in Hooper, Nebraska, to Anna Osterloh Meyer and Arthur C. Meyer, and attended school in Scribner. She graduated from Midland Lutheran College in Fremont, Nebraska with a business degree, where she met her husband, Jack Stroh. They were married on June 16, 1951, in Hooper, Nebraska. Jack’s work as an insurance attorney carried them to Omaha, Kansas City, MO and then south to New Orleans and Jackson, where they reared their two children, Jeff and Jana.
Mrs. Stroh retired after 25 years as an Executive Secretary at Mississippi Educational Television where she worked from 1970-1995. She was a devoted and active Lutheran and died a member of Nativity Lutheran Church in Brandon, Mississippi. Joyce was a generous, devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Her hobbies included sewing, gardening, and traveling with good friends.
Mrs. Stroh is preceded in death by her husband Jack Stroh.
She is survived by her son, Jeff Stroh, of Pearl, Mississippi and her daughter Jana Stroh Burnham (Jon) of Houston, Texas; her grandchildren Nathan Stroh (Kim), Justin Stroh (Rachel), Jennifer Burnham, Jackson Burnham; five great grandchildren: Owen Stroh, Blake Stroh, Taylor Stroh, Caroline Stroh, and Carson Stroh; brother Gene Meyer (Nancy) of Hooper, eight nieces and nephews and their families.
Joyce Stroh
May 8, 2015 Leave a comment
Weather permitting, east Highway N-32 will be closed from Oakland to Tekamah on Monday, May 11, to allow for construction of the roundabout, according to the Department of Roads. The detour route will be Highway N-51 from Highway US-77 to Decatur, Highway US-75 from Decatur to Blair, and Highway N-91 from Blair to US-77. Highway US-77 and west N-32 traffic will be shifted onto temporary roads through the work zone. Anticipated completion date for this project is early summer, 2015.
Visit the 511 webpage at http://www.511.nebraska.gov or dial 511 or 800-906-9069 to get the most current updates on highway conditions.
May 8, 2015 Leave a comment
Oakland-Craig Commencement Exercises are Saturday, May 9th at 2:00 p.m. at the Oakland-Craig Elementary Gymnasium.
The Class Motto is: Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory-Dr. Seuss.
Class Flower: Orange Rose
Class Colors: Orange and White
Alexandra Moore is the daughter of Kenneth and Beatrix Moore. She plans to attend Northeast Community College, majoring in nursing, then transferring to UNMC to become an RN and work in a trauma unit.
Joel Johnson is the son of Jay and Dee Johnson. He plans to attend Wayne State College and major in business and public relations.
Shelby Greve is the daughter of Roy and Leslie Greve. She plans to attend Metro Community College then transfer to College of Saint Mary’s to become an occupational therapist.
Nicole Moore is the daughter of Kenneth and Beatrix Moore. She plans to attend Northeast Community College, majoring in nursing, then transfer to UNMC to complete her degree.
Ted Maline is the son of Dr. Pat Maline and Dr. Teresa Schieber. He plans to attend South Dakota School of Technology, majoring in Metallurgical Engineering.
Joshua Davis is the son of Jeramie Davis.
Josh King is the son of Terry and Sally King. He plans to attend UNL majoring in diversified crop production.
Justin Smith is the son of Mark and Michelle Smith. He plans to attend Northeast Community College majoring in diversified agriculture and also working on the family farm, with future plans to expand it.
Michael Fischer is the son of Tim and Cathy Fischer. He plans to attend UNL, majoring in biology.
Blake Uhing is the son of Tracy Moore. He plans to attend Iowa Western Community College then transfer to a four-year college to major in sports medicine.
Cameron Kiner is the son of Cary and Beth Kiner. He plans to attend Central College in Pella, Iowa majoring in exercise science.
Heather Riedy is the daughter of Ed and Val Riedy. She plans to attend Amherst College, majoring in English, then attend law school to become a lawyer.
Angela Weisbrook is the daughter of Richard and janet Weisbrook. She plans to attend UNO majoring in business.
Anita Potts is the daughter of Doug and Andrea Potts. She plans to study art education in Florida.
Ashleigh Carr is the daughter of Allison Miller. She plans to run track at UNL, undecided about a major.
Nick Arlt is the son of Aaron and Kristi Arlt. He plans to attend Nebraska Weslyan University majoring in physical therapy.
Michael Bryce Uhing is the son of David and Alisa Uhing. He plans to attend UNO, majoring in architectural engineering.
Job Egbers is the son of Teresa Sue Egbers. He plans to attend Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, NE, studying diversified ag.
Tyler Groth is the son of Jim and Marilee Groth. He plans to attend UNL, majoring in computer engineering.
Vera Never Miss A Shot is the daughter of Elizabeth Iron Shell and Paul Never Miss A Shot. She plans to attend college, becoming a social worker.
May 8, 2015 Leave a comment
Oakland Heights News
By Nancy Silvey Activity Director
We have one event I would like to mention for this week on Friday May 8th at 2:30pm is Betty Hasenkamp 15 year Anniversary party. On Sunday Mary 10th is Mother’s Day, on Monday May 11th is the start of National Nursing Home Week the theme this year is Bring on the Fiesta, at 2:30 pm we will start the celebration with our Mother’s Day Tea Party with entertainment by Mary Goff. On Tuesday May 12th is Trivia Day we will be having trivia questioned asked throughout the day for Residents and staff also, at 2:30pm is the Limbo Contest and Nacho Bar. Wednesday May 13th is Cowboy Day starting with a Chuck wagon dinner meal at 11:30 am and at 2:30 pm is country music by Billy Troy followed by Coffee and Cow Patties. Thursday May 14th is our Fiesta Day starting with an 11:30 am Taco Salad Bar for dinner and at 2:30 pm Sombrero Toss Game and Churros. On Friday May 15th is Baseball Day we will have a Let’s Play Ball Tournament with Staff and Residents at 10:00 am and in the afternoon at 2:30 Staff and Residents get to take a swing at some Piñatas and serving Fruit Plate. On Saturday May 16th Rusty Buckets will be here to perform at 2; 30 pm.
Church Service for May 10th at 2:30 pm will be given by Evangelical Free Church with a luncheon served afterwards. On Tuesday May 12th there will be Catholic Mass at 9:30 am given by Father Paul.
Activities for the week of May 11th to May 16th, are as followed, Reading with Marilyn, Sing a Long, Bingo w/Evang. Free, Bible Fellowship, Reading the Local Paper, and Saturday morning movie.
Volunteers signing in last week were; Judy Nelson, Betty Hanna, Bonnie Fleischman, Donna Baldwin, Patty Miller, Mary Donavon, Anne Anderson, Mary Alice Pearson , Di Ruwe, Bonnie Fleischman, Dani Moseman, Pat Anderson, and Sly Rouse.
Guest signing in last week was: Mary Plageman to see Dorothy Larson
May 8, 2015 Leave a comment
By Clare Wiltse, Sports Contributor
The East Husker Conference Track meet was a real classic as the EHC has some of the best track athletes in the state this season. Twenty marks from the meet rate in the top six in the various classes by the girls. One mark was a state leading time and another topped the Class D.
The Lady Cougars scored just 16 points to take 14th place in the sixteen school event.
The boys finished 12th with 23 points.
Darcey Simonsen posted the second best throw in Class D discus this spring with a heave of 125 feet 4 inches. Her mark placed her third in the EHC. Abby Peterson came through with a P.R. of 111 feet 4 inches and took fourth.
The girls relay of Brianne Haskell, Cierra French, Madie Ronnfeldt, and Kelly Wakeley took sixth in the 4×100. They had a season best time of 54.7.
Cierra French added an eighth in the 200M dash. She had a P.R. time of 28.3. Darcey Simonsen added an eighth in the shot put with a career best 34 feet 5 inch heave.
The boys top finish was a third by the 4×100 relay. Jon, Benny Dylan and Chevy clocked a 46.7. They came back in the next event and took fourth in the 4×400 relay. They improved their time to 3:41.6.
Chevy Henneman picked up a fourth in the 400m dash. 53.1 was his time. Dylan Hardeman got seventh in the 300 hurdles. He ran a 44.6 Jon Christiansen had a off day in the triple jump and finished in fourth place with a top leap of 38 feet 11 inches.
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