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11/09/2025

Clara Mildred Mora, 89, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away October 26, 2025 at Great Plains Health in North Platte. She was born on June 18, 1936, to Miles and Elizabeth (Balcom) Rumsey in Grand Island, Nebraska.

Clara was united in marriage to Joe Mora on January 16, 1957 in Julesburg, Colorado. The family lived in North Platte where she was a homemaker, taking care of her family. Clara loved to dance while Joe was playing his fiddle and the guitar at the Senior Center. She will be remembered as very friendly, neighborly and loved her family.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Condolences can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Those left the cherish her memory are her daughter, Rita Collins, North Platte. Nebraska; son, Terry (Jennifer) Mora, Fremont, Nebraska; grandchildren, Rafeal Mora, North Platte, Nebraska, Lacey Sweet, North Platte, Nebraska, Tyler Mora, North Platte, Nebraska, Crystal Mora, North Platte, Nebraska, Justin Mora, Fremont, Nebraska, Nicholas Mora, Fremont, Nebraska, Shelby Schildhauer; 10 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Margaret Mora, North Platte, Nebraska.

Clara was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers, Albert and Kenneth; 1 sister, Dolly.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at North Platte Cemetery. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

11/03/2025

Brayden Charles Hulquist, age 18, of North Platte, died October 31, 2025 as a result of a motor vehicle accident. He was born on August 11, 2007 in North Platte, NE to Brian and Eileen (Bourn) Hulquist.

Brayden attended North Platte High School until his sophomore year and graduated from Penn Foster November of 2024. He had completed one year at North Platte Community College in the welding program. Brayden had worked for Don and Linda Licking doing fencing and ranch work for several years. He also had worked at the Ethanol plant in Sutherland.

Brayden was a bull rider, and loved horses. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. He will be remembered as a great friend, with a big heart and always willing to help, and he had a way of lighting up a room when he walked in. He could be goofy and fun loving, always raising people’s mood with a joke or his expressions. Brayden was amazing around small children and loved all of them. He also had a creative mind and was very mechanical.

Survivors include his parents, Brian and Eileen of North Platte; a brother Gabe, of Abilene, TX; grandparents, Royce and Pauline Brown of Seneca, and Jim and Beth Bourn of Alliance; great grandfather, Jim Bourn of Lincoln; uncles and aunts, Kevin and Karen Hulquist of Wellington, CO, and their daughter Kylee, Luke and Lori Bourn of Newport, WA, and their children, Tyler and Aubrey; girlfriend, Faith Bennett of North Platte,; Special aunt and uncle, Scott and Meg Craig of Alliance; numerous other family members and many friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Richard Hulquist; great grandparents, Paul and Jackie Licking, Mary Bourn, Margaret and Dwight Salisbury, and Edna and Charlie Rotherham. Memorials may be directed in his memory and online condolences and a live stream of the service will be at adamsswanson.com.

Christian Wake Services will be 7 p.m. Wednesday November 5, 2025 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday November 6, 2025 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with the Rev. Jonathan Sorensen as celebrant. Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12-7 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home, which is charge of arrangements.

11/03/2025

Mary Beth Kilgore, a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2025, at Great Plains Health in North Platte, NE, surrounded by her beloved family. She was 90 years old.

Mary Beth was born on March 20, 1935, in David City, NE, to Hazel and John Moran. She was the youngest of five children, preceded in death by her older siblings.

A devout Catholic, Mary Beth was a faithful member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Her unwavering faith, kind-hearted generosity, and helping hand were hallmarks of her life. She gave selflessly of her time and talents, volunteering at the local hospital and with the Goodfellow Shoe Fund, and was a proud member of P.E.O. Mary Beth delighted in her many hobbies, which included playing cards, quilting, cooking, baking, and tole painting. The warmth of her kitchen and the beautiful creations from her hands are treasured memories for all who knew her.

Mary Beth's greatest joy was her family. She and her husband of 71 years, Don, had four children: Kim (Jim) Coker, Shelley (Doug) Konopasek, Kirk (Sandy) Kilgore and Beth (Mike) Nozicka. She leaves a beautiful legacy in her nine grandchildren, twenty-one great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Rose Ann Moran (widow of her brother, Robert Moran).

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Kirk Kilgore; her siblings, Orletha, Robert, John, and Richard.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, November 3. 2025. Lunch will be served at 11:00 A.M. before the service. Rosary will be held 7:00 P.M., Sunday, November 2, 2025 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Goodfellow Shoe Fund or a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

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11/03/2025

Doris E (Fattig) Tiffany, age 93 of Burwell, Nebraska passed away October 28, 2025 at the Community Memorial Health Center of Burwell. Doris was born July 5, 1932 and was adopted by Glenn & Helen (Klump) Fattig as a baby.

Doris accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior as a young girl at a tent revival near Stapleton, Nebraska. She lived a moral Christian life. She was united in marriage to Wayne E. Tiffany on August 27, 1950 at her parent’s home east of Ringgold, Nebraska. They made their first home in Sherman County where his parents lived at that time. To this union six children were born; Steven Wayne, Russell Kent, Mark Craig, Rhonda Elaine, Bonnie Sue, and Vickie Ray. In 1960 they moved back to the Stapleton area where Wayne was employed by the Richard Wells Ranch for many years. They belonged to the Stapleton Presbyterial Church. Doris was Sunday School Treasurer for several years and belonged to the Lifeboat Mariners Club. After leaving the Wells ranch they lived in Thedford, Nebraska for twenty years. Doris was the treasurer of Women’s Fellowship at UCC church in Thedford. They purchased Wayne’s mother, Zina Tiffany’s house in Gandy, Nebraska where they lived until they moved to Burwell to be near son Russell and wife Marcia. Doris was a lover of all animals especially cats. She was always adopting strays that needed a home. Doris was devoted wife, mother and care taker for her family.

Doris is survived her children; Steve (Carol) Tiffany, Russell (Marcia) Tiffany, Mark Tiffany, Rhonda Tiffany, Bonnie (Bob) Klink, Vickie Mowers; 11 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren. Along with many other family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Glenn and Helen (Klump) Fattig; mother and father-in-law Zina and Clifford Tiffany; husband Wayne Tiffany; brother Jim Fattig; sister-in-law, Inez Fattig; grandson Travis Klink; granddaughter Kristen Terronez; daughters-in-law Verona Tiffany, Juliet Tiffany.

Memorials are suggested to the Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, Stapleton, Nebraska or Burwell Volunteer Fire Department, Burwell, Nebraska. Online condolences and live streaming of the service can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, Stapleton, Nebraska, with Rev. Mark Rohrbach officiating. Burial will follow at the Loup Valley Cemetery, Stapleton, Nebraska. Visitation will be at 9:30 A.M., Saturday at the church prior to the service. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

11/03/2025

Marilyn Kay Merksick, age 78, of North Platte, passed away at Centennial Park Retirement Village on October 27, 2025. Kenneth and Esther (Trembly) Hasbrouk welcomed Marilyn into the world on July 8, 1947, in North Platte, one of four children.

In her adolescent years, Marilyn met Nicholas Merksick, who she would eventually fall in love with and marry on February 15, 1964, in North Platte. The two spent 61 beautiful years together, raising 3 children, Nicki, Jacki, and Brad, and making unforgettable memories. Marilyn thrived as a mother, spending her days at home with her kids while they were little. Upon the youngest starting grade school, Marilyn began her lifelong career at Lincoln Elementary as head of the cafeteria, managing the books and keeping track of the student accounts, retiring after over 20 years of devoted service to the school.

Marilyn was known to be a crafter, having the unique talent of hand painting beautiful designs onto shirts, and making exquisite center pieces for the table. She spent hours tending to her flower gardens and took pride in keeping the back yard pool in mint condition. Marilyn was a devoted Cornhusker football fan, held a deep adoration for Elvis Presley and any memorabilia that she could find, and was a part of the Bakers Dozen Bunco Club. She was feisty and straight forward while also possessing qualities of devotion, honesty, and compassion. Marilyn was the piece of the family that kept everyone together.

Survivors include her husband, Nicholas Merksick of North Platte; children, Nicki Bagby of Lions, KS, Jacki Merksick of North Platte, and Brad Merksick of North Platte; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters, Glenda Isabel, and Peggy Hopper; numerous other family members.

Those that precede her in death are her parents; and brother, Ken Hasbrouk.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com

A memorial service will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025, at 10:30 AM with Job Vigil as officiant at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home. Burial will follow at North Platte City Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home from 2 PM to 4PM. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

11/03/2025

A week ago, Paul James Broeder asked his family not to pray for healing but to pray that his Heavenly Father would take him home. God honored that request as Paul passed away October 26, 2025 in North Platte. He was born May 20, 1936 to Agget and Mary (Adkins) Broeder in North Platte.

Paul grew up south of North Platte on the family homestead. He graduated from the Curtis Ag High School with the class of 1954. Following graduation, Paul continued his passion for farming while working with his dad on the family farm. On September 1, 1957, he was united in marriage to Bonnie Pace at the Methodist Church in Wallace, Nebraska. In April of 1963, Paul and Bonnie began operating a dairy farm that continued for 48 years. Paul served his country by serving in the National Guard. He served the farming industry by being a member of the National Farmers Organization and serving on the National board of Mid-America Dairyman. He served his community by serving on the school boards of Meadowlawn and Maywood Public School. He served His Lord and Savior by serving on the church boards of Calvary Bible Church and First Baptist Church. He served on the board of Bethel Bible Camp in Wellfleet and was very instrumental in relocating the camp from Sutherland to Wellfleet. He also served as an Area Adviser with American Missionary Fellowship and taught Sunday School and led Bible studies.

Paul loved his family and made time to attend his children and grandchildren’s activities. If he couldn’t attend, he always wanted to know about their well-being and was known for being a prayer warrior.

He is survived by his wife Bonnie; 3 children, Connie (Greg) Hascall, Bridgeport, Nebraska, LaDonna (Ralph) Swedberg, North Platte, Nebraska, Roland (Deanna) Broeder, Great Bend, Kansas; 15 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 3 step-sisters, Sherry (Bob) Hughbanks, New Mexico, Joyce (Gene) Bellamy, Colorado, Kendra (Ken) Johnson, Missouri; along with numerous other family members and friends.

Preceding him in death are his parents; infant son, Galen; stepsister, Ronda Bess; step-mother, Farrell Broeder.

The celebration of life service will be at 10:30 A.M., Monday, November 3, 2025, at the Calvary Baptist Church, North Platte, Nebraska with Pastor Bob Hughbanks, Pastor Mike Murray, Pastor John Lewis and Pastor Roland Broeder officiating. Burial will follow at the North Platte Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3-6, with family present from 5-6, Sunday, November 2nd at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home. The funeral home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorials are suggested to Bethel Bible Camp, 711 Mississippi St., Wellfleet, NE. 69170., KJLT Radio, PO Box 709, North Platte, NE 69103-0709, Calvary Baptist Church, 900 E. 2nd St, North Platte, Nebraska 69101. Online condolences and live stream of the service can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

11/03/2025

On October 16, 2025, Thomas “Tom” Quintin Phillips, age 81, passed away at Great Plains Health. Tom was born to Lewis and Venda (Russell) Phillips on October 6, 1944, in Kimball, NE, one of five children.

In his youth, Tom lived in the rural Colorado communities of Brush and Fort Lupton, attending grade school in Brush and high school in Fort Lupton. Upon receiving his high school diploma, Tom went on to attend college in Boulder. His college career was cut short with an enlistment into the United States Army in May of 1965. During his enlistment, Tom was stationed in Hawaii throughout the Vietnam War as a trained military intelligence specialist. After his honorable discharge in 1971, Tom moved to Minneapolis for a short time before moving to North Platte where he met and married Patricia Rosse. With their union, Thomas fulfilled the role of a father to Tim, Bob, and Scott, and the couple later had a daughter together whom they named Tiffany. Tom’s lifelong career in lumber sales also began in North Platte, first at Hoppe Lumber. Tom and Patricia separated in 1994 and in 1999, he met Donna Bentley. They were wed in North Platte in 2003, Tom again stepping into the father role for another daughter, Melody. He spent some time working at North Platte Lumber before becoming employed at AJ Sheet Metal, where he retired from in 2012.

Tom was a busy man with many hobbies that included golfing, fishing, playing pool, and darts. He was a grill master and was known to many for the delectable bacon he grilled on his Traeger. Tom was loved by all, especially his grandkids and great grandkids, whose sporting events he never missed, and he gave the best hugs. He was a fan of Husker volleyball, he and Donna holding hands and watching as many games as they could. In his declining years, Tom enjoyed watching nature through his windows, especially the birds and squirrels.

Survivors include his wife, Donna of North Platte; children, Tim (Martha) Rosse of Billings, MO, Bob Rosse of North Platte, Scott (Christina) Rosse of Eagle, ID, Melody (Sean) Trobaugh of Brady, Tiffany (Roger) Freeze of North Platte; grandchildren, Alexis (Josh) Hood of Lincoln, Brian (Chelsea) Rosse of Billings, MO, Shane (Lauren) Rosse of Nashville, TN, Mackenzie (Ben) Crane of Ainsworth, Zach (Anna) Rosse of Eagle, ID, Jordan (Dillon) Linson of Cheyenne, WY, Alec (Katrina) Trobaugh of North Platte, Andrew (Jasmin) Freeze of North Platte, Ashton (Trey) Trobaugh of North Platte, Adam Freeze of Overland Park, KS; 11 great grandkids; sister in law, Beth Phillips of Malin, OR; several nieces, nephews, cousins, and other family.

Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Venda; brothers, Wes (Esther) Phillips, Doug (Shirley) Phillips, Cyrus Phillips; sister, Darlene (George) Hockman.

Memorials are suggested to the family for future designation. Expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 11 AM at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home. Book signing will be on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 12 PM to 5 PM with family receiving friends from 1 PM to 3 PM at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

10/21/2025

Robert Glen Cheever Jr., age 56, of North Platte, NE, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Great Plains Health.

Robert was born April 4, 1969, in North Platte to Alice (Borron) and Robert Glen Cheever Sr.

Glen was always family-oriented. Spending time with his loved ones and close friends was very important to him and Glen was quick to lend a helping hand.

Growing up, Glen loved to be out at the lakes swimming. He looked forward to attending auctions with his dad and bringing home treasures.

Glen worked various jobs in construction, running different types of heavy machinery. He loved to stay busy and was always tinkering on things around the farm and fixing up the house. Glen had a love for animals, especially rescuing stray cats. He opened his home to as many as he could.

Those left to cherish his memory are his children Crystal (Eric) Tinajera-Reynolds of Lincoln, Zachariah Tinajera of Lincoln, and Colby (Sophie) Tinajera of Colorado; step-children Amanda Ware of Nevada and Ronald Ware of Oregon; grandchild, Elicia Kay whom he adored above all else; and many more family members.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents Robert and Alice Cheever and sisters Tery Dishman and Patricia “Patty” Cheever.

Memorials are suggested to Paws-itive Partners of North Platte in memory of Glen.

Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family.

10/18/2025

Thomas Frederick Hansen, 78, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away October 11, 2025 in North Platte. He was born on November 8, 1946 to Wesley F. and Barbara (Smith) Hansen in North Platte.

Tom was raised on the Hansen 77 Ranch north of North Platte. He graduated from North Platte High School with the class of 1965. During his high school years, he was involved in a variety of activities including his student council and served as the President of the FFA Chapter. After graduation he attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science. He was a member of Farmhouse Fraternity. Tom was united in marriage to Linda Lincoln on June 3, 1967 at the First Chrisitan Church in North Platte. The couple moved back to the family ranch where they spent their lives together. Tom dedicated his life to conserving natural resources, nurturing the grazing lands of the ranch, improving the cattle the family raised. Tom had a sincere commitment to the beef industry and his community. He was a member of the Lincoln County Cattlemen and Nebraska Cattlemen. He served as President of the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Association. Tom, Linda, and their family hosted the 1995 Cattle Baron’s Ball at the ranch to raise money for cancer research. In 2015, he was inducted into the Nebraska Cattlemen’s Hall of Fame. For many years, Tom served on the Twin Platte Natural Resources District Board, the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation Board, the NebraskaLand Days Board, as well as the church council for the Messiah Lutheran Church. He was also a member of the North Platte Rotary Club. Tom was elected by his community to represent them as their State Senator in the Nebraska Legislature from 2007-2015. While in office, he earned the reputation of someone who would work across party lines to serve his fellow Nebraskans.

Tom loved his family deeply. In his later years, nothing brought a smile to his face and a light to his eyes more than seeing his family when they would visit. Tom had a quick smile, a keen wit, and loved to make people laugh. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family at Lake Maloney and golfing when he could. He also loved cheering for the Huskers and Bulldogs. Tom had a creative side not everyone saw, but he loved photography and turning things he found on the ranch into something special. Tom exemplified the term “servant leader” and will be remembered that way by his family. Linda was proud to be his wife and to stand by his side for so many years.

Tom is survived by his wife, Linda of 58 years, North Platte; two sons, Marshall (Heidi) Hansen, Omaha, Eric (Jill) Hansen, North Platte; grandchildren, Ryan (Haley) Hansen, Eagle Mountain, Utah, Lincoln (Mandy) Hansen, Omaha, Chloe Bitney, Omaha, Grace Bitney, Omaha, Morgan (Shane) Watteyne, Lincoln, Kaitlyn (Noah) Limbach, Kearney, Emily Hansen, North Platte, Kinsley Hansen, North Platte; great-grandchildren, Mackenzie, Brooks, Bryce, Caleb, Beckett; siblings, Pamela (Alan) Short, North Platte; brother-in-law, Kip Jorgenson, Hershey, sister-in-law Janice (Bob) Lutz, Arcadia; along with numerous other family members and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wesley F. and Barbara Hansen, and sister, Mary Ann Jorgenson.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences and live streaming of the service can be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

To honor Tom and his family, please wear your western attire for the funeral services.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church with Pastor Patrick Sipes officiating. Burial at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 12 – 6, Friday, with family receiving friends from 4-6 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family.

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