Murray Wilson Funeral Directing

02/24/2025

Hastings resident, Shirley Ann Streck, 93, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2025, at Mary LanningHealthcare in Hastings.

Graveside services will be at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, February 28, 2025 at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings.Visitation will be prior to the service. A celebration of life and luncheon will be held at Southern HillsCountry Club in Hastings at 1:00 p.m following the services.

Shirley was born on April 2, 1931 on a farm near Norman, NE to John and Nellie (Schmidt) Smiley. Sheattended Longfellow Elementary School and Hastings Junior and Senior High.She married Wilbert 'Bud' Streck on January 16, 1949 in Hastings, NE. To this union, a daughter, KarlaKaye and son, Stephen Jay were born.

Shirley worked at Mode O'Day in Hastings for 41 years. She also worked at Herbergers until her retirement.

She is survived by her daughter, Karla (Monte) Malouf. Grandchildren Christopher (Heather) Malouf,Matthew (Kelli) Malouf, Samantha (Casey) St John, Adam Streck (Morgan Lounsbury), Arik (Zoe) Streckand Andrew Streck. Great-grandchildren Alexis, Deegan, and Kingston St John, Bo and Kacie Malouf,Dax and Brecken Malouf, Stevie Streck, and Stella Streck as well as nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, son, parents, brother, and 4 sisters.

Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of the arrangements.

02/07/2025

Harvard resident Jerry M. Sadd, 83 died Thursday, February 6, 2025, at his home in Harvard, NE.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at the United Church of Christ in Harvard, NE, with Pastor Dave Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at the Harvard Cemetery in Harvard, NE. Visitation will be Sunday, February 9, 2025, from 1-4 p.m. at the United Church of Christ, with the family present from 1-4 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Harvard Volunteer Fire Department.
Jerry M. Sadd was born on August 21, 1941, in Denman, NE, to Albert and Helen (Abraham) Sadd.
He received his education at Harvard Public School graduating from Harvard in 1960.
Jerry worked at Morrison Quirk, Hastings Equity Grain Bin, Hastings Industries, and NC+ Hybrids where he retired after 30 years.
He married Sandra Thompson on June 11, 1961, at the United Methodist Church in Harvard, NE.
Jerry thoroughly enjoyed coaching the Harvard Legion baseball team as well as watching all Husker sporting events. He never passed up an opportunity to hunt and fish with many of his friends and family. Most important to Jerry, he loved watching his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren participate in many activities.
Jerry was a devoted member of his church, the United Church of Christ for over 60 years, a past member of the Harvard Volunteer Fire Department, a Harvard City Council Member, and many various community activities.
He is survived by his wife, Sandy of Harvard, NE; four children, Jerry and wife Becky Sadd, of Hastings, NE, Shelley (Sadd) Stone and husband Doug of Harvard NE, Tanya (Sadd) Bryant and husband Dan of Grand Island, NE, and Mitch Sadd and fiance Becky of Grand Island NE. Grandchildren Blake, Heath, Michael and Nicholas Sadd; Courtney Stone, Brittany Hultman, and Reed Stone, Bailey Williams and Ethan Bryant, Lexi Grossart, Libby and Laikin Sadd and 11 great-grandchildren. Two brothers Larry Sadd and wife Pat, and Danny Sadd and sister-in-laws Linda Thompson, Delores Sadd, and Barb Sadd as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Helen Sadd, two sisters Lavon Mohr, and Jeanette and brother-in-law James Hendrickson; three brothers Junior, Ronnie and sister-in-law Shirley and Steve Sadd, and brother-in-laws Jim and Gary Thompson.
Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of arrangements.

01/30/2025

Hastings, Nebraska resident Nola J. Glover, 83, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at The Kensington in Hastings, NE.
Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, at First St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hastings, NE, with Rev. Joel Remmers officiating. Burial will follow at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. Book signing and family visitation will be one hour before the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, Nola requested memorials be given to Make-A-Wish America.
Nola was born on November 25, 1941, in Hastings, NE, to Wilfred and Bertha (Buhr) Kort. She married George E. Glover on August 3, 1963, and they were married for 41 years until his passing in October 2004.
Nola worked at the Hastings Tribune as a teletypist before starting her family. She later worked at the Hastings High School cafeteria for 35 years. Nola enjoyed spending time with family and friends, weekends at Harlan County Lake, and was involved in Xi Alpha Pi Sorority. She also enjoyed watching Creighton and UNL volleyball.
Nola was preceded in death by her parents, brother Willard Kort, and husband. She is survived by her sister Letha (Dick)Oxley of Lincoln, NE; Karen Hinz of Central City, NE; sons; Alan (Susan) Glover of Bella Vista, Arkansas; Mike Glover of Hastings; and Kevin Glover of Hastings; as well as 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.
Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of arrangements

11/04/2024

Norma Jean Bosle

Born to Max and Dorothy (Tjaden) Koepp on March 2, 1934 departed this life Saturday Nov. 2, 2024 at Saint Francis Hospital
Services will be Wednesday November 6, 2024 at 10:30 at Peace Lutheran Church, 9th & California in Hastings NE.
She married Lyman Bosle on August 12, 1951, at the Lutheran Church in Wood River NE. To this union 4 children were born, David, Steve, Mark, & Lisa.
Norma Jean was a talented lady. She excelled in music, sewing, crafts, & dancing. She volunteered as a pink lady for many years at Mary Lanning Hospital. She enjoyed line dancing with her friends. She and her special friend Ken Shafer made it to most of the dances around central Nebraska.
Norma Jean was preceded in death by her parents Max and Dorothy Koepp, her husband Lyman, son David, and daughter Lisa Hoggins.
She is survived by her son Steven and wife Judy, son Mark and wife Nancy. Grandsons Brad and wife Bobbie of Glenvil, Zach and wife Rachel, and Sam all of Hastings, two great grand children Julian and Vivian Bosle of Hastings. Brother Robert Koepp of Grand Island, Sisters in-law Marian Koepp of Grand Island, Genevieve Wietjes of Kearney NE, Mavis Reiter of Wood River NE, Sharon Bosle of Omaha NE, and several nieces and nephews
Private burial will be at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Peace Lutheran Church in Hastings.

Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of her arrangements.

08/31/2024

Anna Jean (Rollins) Smith, 72, of Harvard, Nebraska passed away Friday, August 23, 2024.
Anna Jean was born July 26, 1952 to Royal and Beverly (Nelson) Rollins in Hastings, Nebraska. Anna Jean graduated from Harvard Public Schools in 1970.
Anna Jean was married to Melvin Earl Smith on September 12, 1969 before Melvin left to serve his country. To the marriage three children were born, Christy, Marilyn and Bruce.
Anna Jean had a multitude of different jobs but she was most passionate about being able to take care of her family and watching all her grandchildren grow. She always had a cake or a salad ready for anyone and any occasion.
Memorial services will be held on Friday, August 30 at 11 a.m. at the Harvard United Methodist Church in Harvard, Nebraska with Pastors Dorothy Aspegren and Dan Albers officiating. Memorial services will be livestreamed for those who cannot make it. Burial will be at the Harvard Cemetery in Harvard, Nebraska with a luncheon to follow at the Harvard Community Room.
There will be a closed casket viewing Thursday, August 29, at the Harvard United Methodist Church from 5-8 p.m. Family will be present from 5-6:30 p.m.
Arrangements made by Murray Wilson Funeral Directing. Memorials may be given to the family.
Anna Jean was preceded in death by her husband Melvin Earl Smith; parents, Royal and Beverly Rollins; her in-laws, Melvin Sr. and Ava Smith; her son Bruce Smith; and her grandson Kyle Smith.
Left to cherish her memory are daughters Christy and Patrick Bieck and Marilyn and Chris Smith; daughter-in-law Brenda Smith; grandchildren Ashleigh (Zach), Danita (Cristhian), Shelby (Jose), Devin (Ashley), Isabella , Destiny (Devin), Makenz (Enrique), Lillian, Alyssa, Oliver and Whitney (Aaron); and 15 great-grandchildren plus 2 on the way. She also had numerous family and friends.
The family requests that everyone dress casually for the funeral.

07/29/2024

Donald "Don" R. Skalka

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald “Don” R. Skalka on June 29th,2024, at the age of 81.

Born December 6, 1942, in Deweese, Nebraska, Don was a proud graduate of Nelson HighSchool. He later went on to study drafting at the Milford Trade School Following graduationin the summer of 1964, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he served honorablyuntil 1968 and achieved the rank of Sergeant. As a skilled pilot, he had the opportunity to flyand work with a variety of aircraft during and after his military service.Possessing an adventurous spirit, Don explored a diverse range of interests throughout hislife. From carpentry and prospecting to scuba diving and the unexpected, he was a man ofinsatiable curiosity and creativity. He would often venture across the United States, pursuinghis passions and embracing the open road.One of his many claims to fame was when he was hauling boulders for his landscapingbusiness. After making a sharp turn, he unknowingly dropped one in the middle of the streetand made local news. Those that knew him best would describe him a lot like that boulder.Rough around the edges but a solid man.

Don is survived by his sister, Jeanene (Skalka) Anders and her husband Bruce, and hisnieces and nephews, Brandi (Skalka) Herold and her husband Dan, Thomas “T.J.” Skalka andhis wife Jodi, Megan (Anders) Reininger and her husband Mark, Brent Anders and his wifeAlicia and great-nieces and nephews, Ethan, Logan, Lukas, Thomas, Ian, Kyria, and Hannah.Don is preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy (Mazour) and Richard Skalka, and hisbrothers, Robert and Lee.

Services will be held at Our Lady of Assumption Catholic Church in Deweese on Friday,August 2nd at 11:00 AM. Military Rites and luncheon to follow. Memorial donations may bemade to the Our Lady of Assumption Church Altar Society.

Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of the arrangements.

06/25/2024

Floyd (Max) Keasling died on Sunday, June 23, 2024, after 84 years full of life.
His services will be Thursday, June 27, 2024, at 11:00 am. at the Harvard United Church of Christ with Rev. Dave Johnson officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Harvard Cemetery following the services Thursday.
He was born in Hastings, NE on January 26, 1940, to Floyd and Della Keasling and grew up on their farm south of Harvard. Max attended Harvard Public School, where he graduated in 1958. Max played football and basketball in high school and was a member of the marching band. He attended the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, where he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity and played trumpet in the University of Nebraska Marching Band for a not very successful University of Nebraska football team. He loved music, and the band was his musical outlet then.
Max married his high school sweetheart Karen Miller on November 24, 1962, and farmed the Miller family farm northwest of Harvard longer than any other person on that land. He and Karen together raised two children, Jacque and Jay until Karen’s untimely death in 1975, at which point Max was a single parent. He was a devoted, supportive, proud, and hard-working father. He was also a loving grandfather to his four grandchildren and was always thrilled to see them.
Max loved farming, so much so that he retired after 60 years of planting, harvesting, and raising livestock. He was a conservative farmer in the best sense of the word: he believed in buying only what was needed, maintaining what he did buy so it could be used for many years, and conserving and preserving the environment by rotating crops to minimize fertilizer and pesticide use. He embraced the latest engineered seeds and farming practices but not so much the computer or smart phone.
Max had numerous hobbies, which he enjoyed in the winters and after he retired. They included playing violin (particularly when he was accompanied on the piano by Jacque or Jay), painting landscapes with Bob Ross and tractors with spray cans, woodworking (making numerous clocks, lamps, and candleholders that decorate his children’s and grandchildren’s homes), gambling once or twice a year, watching football, and playing golf. After having a heart procedure earlier this year, Max did splurge on a shiny red Corvette, which he never drove in the rain or on gravel, proving to us all that we need to enjoy the things we love most in life regardless of our age.
Max was proceeded in death by his brother Gary in 1956, Karen in 1975, Floyd in 1997, and Della in 2010. He is survived by Jacque (Jimmy) Gillespie of Lyons, KS and Jay Keasling (Aidan Vo) of Berkeley, CA, by four grandchildren—Kate Marshall of Clearwater, FL, Andy Marshall of Tampa, FL, Brannan Gleeson of Los Angeles, CA, and Kalen Gleeson of Oakland, CA—by his brother Fred and sister-in-law Marge, niece Nicole Cooper and family, nephew Jeff Keasling and family, and numerous family members and friends.
Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of the arrangements.

06/03/2024

Hastings resident, LaVerne (Bures) Schreiner, 93, passed away on May 31, 2024 at The Homestead in Hastings, NE.
A private memorial and burial with family will be held on Friday June 7, 2024 at Parkview Cemetery. Following the memorial, all are invited to a casual luncheon reception at Southern Hills Country Club in Hastings at 11:30 AM.

LaVerne was born in Fillmore County, NE on February 5, 1931 to Leo and Elsie (Schneider) Bures. She grew up on their farm outside of Fairmont, NE. She graduated from Fairmont High School in 1948 and was valedictorian of her class. She attended Lincoln General Hospital nursing school and graduated in 1950. She later obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Kearney State College.

She married Ronald “Duke” Dickerson on November 11, 1951. They had 2 children. They resided in Hastings until 1970. They moved to a farm near Blue Hill, NE. Duke tragically died in 1971, and LaVerne moved back to Hastings with her children. She married Eugene Schreiner on November 13, 1974.
LaVerne worked in the Foote Clinic as office nurse for 15 years and as a surgical nurse for Mary Lanning Hospital. She then worked at the Hastings Regional Center until she retired in 1996. She was an active member in the Association of Operating Room Nurses, and traveled to many conferences in and outside of the United States.

LaVerne was an avid golfer and bowler; a member of the singing group Sweet Adelines; member of the organization of Does through the Elks Club, member of the Eagles Club, and also Southern Hills Country Club. She loved traveling and was hoping to make it to all seven continents, she did make it to five. LaVerne was also a diehard Nebraska Cornhusker football fan having season tickets as well as traveling to numerous away and bowl games. She was an enthusiastic supporter of her children’s and grandchildren’s activities and sports events.

LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Duke Dickerson; second husband, Gene Schreiner; and her son, Craig Dickerson.

Survivors include her brother, Leo Bures, Jr.; daughter and husband, Siobhan (Dickerson) Martinez(Mike); daughter-in-law, Julie Dickerson; grandsons, Skyler Dickerson and Wayde Dickerson(Ann); granddaughters, Katie Dickerson and Sophia Martinez; and great-granddaughters, Elsie and Raegan Dickerson.

Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of the arrangements.

03/31/2024

Jean Haseloh passed away peacefully at her home in Harvard on March 8, 2024.
She was born May 5, 1942, to Leona (Drahim) and Lawrence Wahl in Holdrege, Nebraska.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, March 15 at 11:00 a.m. at Harvard United Church of
Christ. Burial will be at a later date.
There will be no viewing or visitation.
Jean attended Zion Lutheran School in Hastings through the 8th grade and
graduated from Hastings High in 1960. She married Fred Haseloh February 14,
1963, in Hastings, Nebraska. She was a member of the Harvard United Church of
Christ.
They had 3 children: Dale, Janet & Frederick Jr. (Dean)
Jean enjoyed many things: baking, bowling, bingo, knitting, listening to country &
polka music, putting puzzles together and most of all making cards on the
computer. She especially enjoyed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and
attended as many of their activities as she could. Anyone that knew her, knew that
her favorite color was purple.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband, Fred, of 61 years, daughter, Janet
(Dennis) Hachtel, and sons Dale Haseloh and Frederick Jr. (Linda) Haseloh,
brother Robert (June) Wahl, sister-in-law Sarah (Jim) Miller, and grandchildren
Michelle (Blake) Bunner, Dacia (Josh) Hudson, Kylie Haseloh, Autumn (Al)
Short, great-grandchildren Dylan Hudson and Norah Bunner and several nieces
and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter-in-law Kim Haseloh,
granddaughter Jamie Walenta, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Mary Lou and Earl
Ewing and nephew Shawn Miller.
Memorials may be given to Harvard United Church of Christ.
Murray Wilson Funeral Directing is in charge of the arrangements. Call 402-469-4040 for any questions about services for Jean.

03/31/2024