Governor Ricketts: We Can Grow Nebraska

January 21, 2015 Leave a comment


I am humbled and honored to serve you as the 40th Governor of the great State of Nebraska.

 

Now is a time of new beginning for our state. As I look into the future, I’m optimistic about the road that lies ahead. We have a great state, filled with tremendous opportunity.

 

Our rich history is deeply rooted in freedom, opportunity, liberty, and the hope for a better life for future generations.

 

Today, we continue to welcome those who value freedom and are in search of a better life. We welcome people from all over the world, who study at our great Universities or work at our businesses, farms and ranches. And as our forefathers did a century and a half ago, we honor the veterans–the men and women who sacrificed and served our country.

 

We have a beautiful state filled with tremendous opportunity from the Missouri River to the Sandhills to the Pine Ridge. The strength of our state lies in our people. Nebraskans are engaged in their communities, their schools, and their churches. And when we have problems, we find ways to work together despite our differences. Nebraska is what America is supposed to be.

 

The future of our state continues to depend on our ability to pull together, to solve problems, and to grow Nebraska. I am excited to work together in a spirit of collaboration to move our great state forward, and as we work together, you will have ideas on how to reach our goals. You may have other concerns you are hearing in your community. I promise I will listen closely and with an open mind.

 

Nebraskans want government to work. We hold our elected officials to high standards. I will work hard each and every day to meet those standards and safeguard the public’s trust. I urge Nebraskans everywhere to stay engaged: You are the second house. Hold us accountable for what we achieve and help us Grow Nebraska

 

In the words of Virginia Smith, the only woman to represent Nebraska in the U.S. House of Representatives, “There is no excellence without great labor.”

 

On behalf of my wife Susanne and our entire family, we look forward to working with you and hearing from you in the years to come.

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Oakland City Council Meeting Notice

January 19, 2015 Leave a comment


REGULAR MEETING
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF OAKLAND, NEBRASKA

MEETING NOTICE:
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a regular meeting of the Mayor and City Council of the City of Oakland, Nebraska, will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 19, 2015, at the Municipal Building, 401 North Oakland Avenue in Oakland, Nebraska for the regular monthly meeting.
An agenda for such meeting, kept continuously current is available for public inspection at the office of the City Clerk. Except for items of an emergency nature, the agenda shall not be enlarged later than twenty-four hours before the scheduled commencement of the meeting.

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John Falatko, 85, of Bancroft NE

January 11, 2015 Leave a comment


John Falatko, 85, of Bancroft, Nebraska died on Sunday, January 11, 2015 at the Pender Community Hospital in Pender, Nebraska.

Memorial services for John are pending at this time with Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home of Bancroft.

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Robert “Bob” J. Mussack, 64, of Omaha NE

January 5, 2015 Leave a comment


ROBERT “BOB” J. MUSSACK was born October 28, 1950, to Gordon and Erma (Alexander) Mussack.  He passed away Friday, January 2, 2015, at CHI Health Lakeside Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 64.

Bob grew up in the Decatur/Tekamah area.  He graduated from Decatur High School in 1969 and went on to further his education at Wayne State College and Northeast Tech Community College.

On August 23rd, 1969, Bob married the love of his life Cindy Penny, in Decatur, Nebraska.  To this union two sons were born, Jeff and Jason.  Bob and Cindy lived most of their lives in Omaha.

Bob loved spending time with family, especially with his grandkids.  At a young age, Bob began taking fishing trips to Minnesota with his family and friends.  These trips meant so much to Bob, that he carried on the tradition taking Minnesota fishing trips with his own children.  He and Cindy continued yearly trips through 2014 and he passed on the love of fishing to his grandchildren.  He was a positive person, always encouraging others and putting their needs before his own.
Bob lettered in high school sports, including football, basketball and track.  He earned several awards, medals and even trophies displayed below us in the town hall basement today.
He worked at Leo A. Daily architectural firm in Omaha for over 38 years.

Bob was preceded in death by his father Gordon Mussack, stepfather Forrest Penny, brother Allen, and nephews, Kennedy Mussack and Colt Penny.

He is survived by his wife, Cindy of Omaha; sons, Jeff (Cindi) of Parker, CO, Jason (Rebecca) of Omaha; 4 grandchildren, Miranda, Lydia, Jayce and Adelyn; mother, Erma Shawver of Lyons, NE; sisters, Jean Wiersma of Decatur, Mary (Scott) Christ of Overland Park, KS; brother, Dan (Heidi) Mussack of Blair, NE; stepbrothers, Joel (Brenda) Penny, Phil Penny all of Decatur; and stepsister, Sandy (Greg) Brummond of Craig, NE.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Wednesday, January 7, 2015, 10:00 a.m. at the Decatur City Hall, 913 S. Broadway, Decatur, Nebraska

VISITATION: Tuesday, 5 – 7 p.m. with family receiving friends at Pelan Funeral Home in Tekamah. Visitation will also be held at the City Hall one hour prior to service.

BURIAL: Hillcrest Cemetery, Decatur, Nebraska

MEMORIALS: To the Family

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

Robert Mussack

Robert Mussack

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Jack Renault Nielsen, 90, of Lyons NE

January 4, 2015 Leave a comment


JACK RENAULT NIELSEN, 90 years, of Lyons, Nebraska, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2015, at Oakland Mercy Hospital in Oakland, Nebraska.

Jack was born November 10, 1924 near Cozad, Nebraska, to Peter and Andrea (Jensen) Nielsen. The fourth of six children, he moved to Bancroft at a young age, and then on to Burt County for the remainder of his life.

He served in the Army in occupied Japan, as the war had ended while he was shipping out.

He met his wife, as she was the teacher at Moore School, and boarded with the Nielsens. They were married August 9, 1949. To this union were born three sons, John Richard in 1952, Mark Leslie in 1954 and Michael Christian in 1958. Jack adopted Betty’s daughter Jerrianne. Son Mark passed in 1956, Michael passed in 1971, and John in 2013.

Jack and Betty celebrated their 60th anniversary in August 2009.

Jack was very fond of farming and raising livestock. He loved life on the farm. He enjoyed polka music. He and Betty enjoyed square dancing, even in Hawaii, that was a special trip.

He and Betty moved to Lyons in 1983. He was recognized as he went for his daily drive in his red pickup. Jack always enjoyed visiting and learning.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Betty; three sons; two sisters; three brothers.

He leaves to mourn, daughter, Jerri (Milt) Schreiner of Omaha, NE; grandchildren, Mark Booth, of Omaha,  Rachael Nielsen, of Gillette, WY, Jamie Nielsen, of Whitney, NE; three step-grandchildren, Julie (Joe) Wynn, of Omaha, Shannon Barron, of Hay Springs, NE, Kelly Turnbull, of Houston, TX; two great grandchildren, Alayna and Jack Rudloff.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, January 5, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Lyons.

VISITATION: Sunday, 5-8 p.m. with family receiving friends, at Pelan Funeral Services, Lyons. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service at the church.

BURIAL WITH MILITARY HONORS: Lyons Cemetery with Military Honors by Robert Klase VFW Post No. 7998 and Harvey Lenig American Legion Post No. 83 of Lyons.

MEMORIALS: to the family.

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Jack Nielsen

Jack Nielsen

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Jack R. Nielsen, 90, of Lyons NE

January 1, 2015 Leave a comment


JACK R. NIELSEN, 90 years, of Lyons, Nebraska, passed away Thursday, January 1, 2015, at Oakland Mercy Hospital in Oakland, Nebraska.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, January 5, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Lyons.

VISITATION: Sunday, 5-8 p.m. with family receiving friends, at Pelan Funeral Services, Lyons. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to service at the church.

BURIAL WITH MILITARY HONORS: Lyons Cemetery with Military Honors by Robert Klase VFW Post No. 7998 and Harvey Lenig American Legion Post No. 83 of Lyons.

MEMORIALS: to the family.

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Each condolence will be printed and given to the family after the service.

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Roger Maurice Robinson, 76, of Tekamah NE

December 31, 2014 Leave a comment


ROGER MAURICE ROBINSON, 76 years, of Tekamah, Nebraska, passed away Thursday, December 25, 2014, at Golden Living Center in Tekamah.

Roger was born January 26, 1938, in Tekamah, to Merlin and Annie Robinson.

He attended school in Tekamah until heading West in his mid-teens. After serving in the U.S. Army, he settled in Twin Falls, ID, marrying Kathleen Butler in 1965.

He made his living as a self-employed tree trimmer for many years, returning to Nebraska in 1983 to take the helm from his aging father, Merlin, as Sexton of the Tekamah Cemetery. Roger enjoyed his work, family and nature. An accomplished naturalist and political observer, he was never one to shy away from writing eye opening articles on many subjects.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Annie E. in 1983, and his father, Merlin A. in 1989.

Survivors include daughters, Theresa and Melanie; sons, Mitch and Daniel; brother, Carl; sisters, Joyce and Rachel; 10 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Wednesday, January 7, 2015, 2:00 pm at Faith Family Baptist Church, Tekamah, NE.

BURIAL: At a later date

NO VISITATION

MEMORIALS: To the family

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Roger Robinson

Roger Robinson

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Ione Madelyn Nelson, 98, of Nebraska City NE Formerly of Rosalie NE

December 29, 2014 Leave a comment


IONE MADELYN NELSON, 98 years, of Nebraska City, Nebraska, formerly of Rosalie, Nebraska, passed away Sunday, December 28, 2014, at Ambassador Nursing Home in Nebraska City.

FUNERAL SERVICE: Services are pending with Pelan Funeral Services Lyons

Ione Nelson

Ione Nelson

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Ella J. Rodick, 93, of Bancroft NE

December 29, 2014 Leave a comment


Ella J. Rodick, 93, of Bancroft, Nebraska died on Wednesday, December 24, 2014 at West Point Living Center in West Point, Nebraska. Funeral services for Ella will be held on Monday, December 29, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bancroft; Pastor Philip Hale will be officiating. The visitation will be held on Sunday, from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. at the Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Bancroft. Burial will be in the Bancroft Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Organ Fund. Arrangements by Munderloh – Smith Funeral Home in Bancroft, NE.

Ella was born on April 5, 1921 in Osmond, Nebraska, the daughter of Ernest and Anna (Lindwurm) Schultz. She was baptized on August 28, 1921 at Eden Valley Lutheran Church in Osmond and confirmed on April 14, 1935 at Grace Lutheran Church in West Point. On September 27, 1940, Ella was united in marriage to John Rodick at Grace Lutheran Church. To this union two sons were born: Arlan and Melvin. The couple farmed in the Bancroft area.

She was an active member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bancroft, serving on the Alter Guild and the Chime and Bell Choir. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, reading, dancing and baking.

Left to cherish her memory are her sons: Arlan (Pat) Rodick of Shasta Lake, CA and Melvin (Barb) Rodick of Castle Rock, CO. She is also survived by four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband John, a sister, Alice Klintworth and brother, Ervin Schultz.

Ella Rodick

Ella Rodick

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Roger M. Robinson, 76, of Tekamah NE

December 26, 2014 Leave a comment


Roger M. Robinson, 76 years, of Tekamah, Nebraska, passed away Thursday, Decemeber 25, 2014 at the Golden Living Center in Tekamah.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: Services will be at a later date.

MEMORIALS: To the family

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