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04/13/2026

Gary "Sarge" Thorson

Gary Lyle Thorson, 86, of Van's Lakeview, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Imperial Manor Nursing Home.

Gary, affectionately known by most as "Sarge," was born May 26, 1939, in Watertown, South Dakota, to Lyle and Gladys (Shonstrom) Thorson. He graduated from Florence High School with the class of 1957.

Sarge served his country with distinction, enlisting in the United States Navy and later serving 10 years in the South Dakota National Guard and 12 years in the Nebraska National Guard, retiring from military service in 1992. During his service, he was stationed in Italy for several years. He was a patriot who was deeply proud of his service to his country.

On February 4, 1963, Sarge married Sue A. Stephens in Lakehurst, New Jersey. The couple made their home in Naples, Italy, for the next three years of his time in the Navy. They welcomed a son, Gary, in 1964 while living in Italy. Upon their return to the U.S., the family resided at El Centro, CA, where Eric was born in 1967. The couple later relocated back to Watertown, SD, where their daughter, Peggy, was born in 1974.

In 1979, Sarge and the family moved to Nebraska, where they spent many years living at Lake McConaughy.

Sarge worked in law enforcement as a deputy sheriff, ran an implement dealership in Florence, and worked for Dakin-Ag Equipment in the late 1970s before eventually settling in Ogallala, where he worked for Cole Motors and the USDA as a Surveyor of Grasshoppers. He also ran the armory in Ogallala for a number of years. He was a good father, a good man, and deeply dedicated to his grandchildren.

Sarge had a lifelong love of drag racing, competing for years in Julesburg and Kearney. He enjoyed watching NASCAR, football, and golf, and always with the volume cranked up. He was also known to enjoy KENO with a cold beer.

Sarge was preceded in death by his parents and his sister-in-law, Roleen Thorson, and brother-in-law, Jim Osmond.

Survivors include his wife, Sue Thorson of Imperial; children, Gary (Carol) Thorson, Eric Thorson, and Peggy (Kevin) Frerichs; grandchildren, Mackenzie, Cory (Jane), Joel, Jordan, and Chelsea (Josh); great-grandchildren, Lizzy, Hallie, Vaeda, and Mariah; brother, Roger "Lynn" Thorson of Rapid City, South Dakota; sister, Gayle Osmond of Aberdeen, South Dakota; and many other relatives and friends.

A memorial has been established in Sarge's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the Mass will be streamed live.

Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Ogallala. Inurnment will follow in the Ogallala Cemetery with military honors provided by the Keith County Veterans Organization.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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04/08/2026

Donald Lee Stretesky

DONALD LEE STRETESKY, 80 of Julesburg, CO, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at the Sedgwick County Nursing Home in Julesburg, CO.

Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com

Arrangements are pending at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg.

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04/01/2026

Shalon Elaine Morales

SHALON ELAINE MORALES, 39 of Julesburg, CO, passed away Monday, March 30, 2026, at UC Health in Aurora, CO.

Shalon was born on February 8, 1987, to Kenneth and Selina (Howell) Peterson in Aurora, Colorado. She attended school in Sterling, CO, and graduated from Sterling High School in 2005.

She loved stuffed animals. As a child, there was barely room for her in her bed because of the overwhelming number of stuffed animals.

Shalon had a passion for reading at a young age that carried over into adulthood, leading her to enjoy writing in her journal.

She appreciated a good puzzle; she often saw life as a puzzle, always searching for the missing piece. Shalon had a dry sense of humor-thanks, Dad. Sunflowers were her absolute favorite.

Shalon will be missed by many-she didn't like the word " goodbye "; it was see ya later.

Shalon is survived by her parents, Kenneth and Selina Peterson, and her children, Emiliano Morales of ND, Aiden, and Penelope Dilley of CO, and one brother, Jaron Peterson of FL.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Gene Barnett and Elaine Howell, and Keith and Caroline Peterson.

Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Larry Nail officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Hillside Cemetery.

Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg is in charge of arrangements.

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03/28/2026

Martin Larsen

MARTIN LEWIS LARSEN, 93, of Arthur, passed away March 25, 2026, at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala.

Martin was born June 20, 1932, in Minden, Nebraska, to Eddie and Nell (Newbanks) Larsen. He spent his early years in Nebraska before moving with his family to Wages, Colorado, where they operated a country store, gas station, and post office. From a young age, Martin developed a strong work ethic, helping on the family farm and learning to operate equipment by the age of 11.

His family later returned to Arthur County, where he graduated from Arthur County High School. Martin proudly served in the United States Army from 1955 until his honorable discharge in 1958.

Following his service, he spent many years in California working as an appliance delivery driver for Sears and Western Appliance before retiring.

On October 16, 1982, he married Lydia Garcia Cabel. They made their home in San Jose, California before returning to Arthur post-retirement, where Martin enjoyed a quieter ranch lifestyle surrounded by family.

Martin will be remembered as a hardworking and devoted family man. He was often one of the first family would call if they needed help. He had a quiet, soft-spoken nature, paired with sharp and often unexpected wit. He loved tinkering, spending time outdoors, auctions, and especially enjoyed the companionship of his dogs.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, DeLoris Dancer, Gwendolyn Larsen, Spencer Larsen, and Bruce Larsen.

Survivors include his wife, Lydia Larsen of Arthur; son, Spencer (Marla) Larsen of Gretna; grandchildren, Ezekiel Miller and Georgia Larsen; sisters, Joan Hines of Boulder City, NV, Mary Muller of Arthur, Emma Robertson of Ogallala; sisters-in-law, Joan Larsen and Marlene Larsen of Arthur; along with nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, April 2, at 2:00 p.m. at the Arthur Veterans Hall, with burial and military honors to follow at the Arthur Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 1, from 2:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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03/27/2026

Doris Wilson

DORIS D. WILSON, 90, longtime Ogallala resident, passed away March 26, 2026, at Blue Hill, NE.

Doris was born June 12, 1935, at Big Springs, NE, to Harold and Bessie (Richter) Allen. She was raised in the area and graduated from Sterling High School.

Following her schooling, Doris moved to Ogallala in 1954, where she began working at Goodall. On September 3, 1954, she married Leonard "Boe" Wilson. The couple made their home in Ogallala for their entire married lives. In January of 1959, their daughter, Deborah, joined their union.

Doris worked for TRW and Goodall during her working years, serving as a warehouse manager. After retiring from TRW, she drove the handy bus for a few years and later gave tours at the Mansion on the Hill.

Outside of work, she enjoyed a full and active life. She spent many years bowling, both competitively and socially, and especially valued the friendships she formed through the bowling leagues. She also dedicated many years to helping with youth bowling, something she truly loved, and many in the community remember her involvement. She also enjoyed playing cards, attending garage sales, and spending time with family. Doris loved to travel and took several trips with her sister, Barb, including to Cancun, Puerto Vallarta, and Alaska, as well as a trip to New Zealand and Australia. She was a down-to-earth person who appreciated the simple pleasures of life and good company.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Leonard "Boe" Wilson; and her brother and sister.

Survivors include her daughter, Deb Nelsen of Blue Hill and her husband, Kim; grandchildren, Marcy (Brandon) Ware of Spring, TX, Kerri (Ryan) Teter of Omaha, Mandy (Ryan) Meyer of Blue Hill, and Kristi (Trever) Dunkin of Walton; nine great-grandchildren, Bayleigh, Addy, Chloe, Haidyn, Kara, Brecken, Hunter, Harper, and Haze; sister, Barbara Cotton of Denver; special nephew, Bruce Wilson of Ogallala; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Memorial services will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala, with Pastor Jay Towell officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Ogallala Cemetery.

A memorial has been established in her memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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03/27/2026

Maxine Ma**er

Maxine A (Kallsen) Ma**er was born April 2, 1925, in the family farmhouse north of Big Springs to Walter and Meta (Dehning) Kallsen and died March 26, 2026, seven days before her 101st birthday. She grew up as the oldest of 5 children and attended rural school before graduating from Big Springs Rural High School in 1943. She married her high school sweetheart, Murl Ma**er, on September 29, 1946, right after he returned from World War II. During the war effort, Maxine worked at the North Platte Canteen with her mother and earned the Rosie the Riveter Award. They grew up 7 miles apart on the North Table but didn't notice each other until Murl broke his collarbone in football and the coach canceled the rest of the football season. Murl and Maxine never missed an Alumni Banquet as they loved to reconnect with their many high school friends.

After many years of farming and working for the Soil Conservation Service, Murl and Maxine moved to Lincoln for Murl's ASCS job. There, Maxine found her love of quilting when she joined a quilting guild. She made many beautiful quilts for her family. She was also a consummate shopper and loved to shop the Lincoln malls. Maxine enjoyed sewing for her children and her grandchildren, making Christmas dresses (for professional grandchildren Christmas pictures), cheerleader uniforms, prom dresses and colorful costumes. She spend hours crocheting, knitting, and embroidering. But her favorite activity was calling her friends and family to make sure everyone was okay.

Maxine was presently, the longest-sustaining member of the Zion Lutheran Church, Big Springs. She was baptized on May 3, 1925, and confirmed May 5, 1940. She was active in her church as a member of LWML, she taught Sunday School and taught preschool for several years at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in North Platte. She was the last living member of the North Table Neighborettes Club. She baked beautiful meringue pies for the club picnic. Maxine was also a devoted babysitter for many years to the Osmera boys, Dakota, Logan, and Myles.

Maxine was preceded in death by her husband, Murl, her parents, Walter and Meta, her in-laws, Ben and Blanche Ma**er, her siblings, Lorna May, Irvin and Vern Kallsen, a grandson, Scott Benjamin, sisters-in-law, Juanita Kallsen Zoucha, Vivan Kallsen, Jerry Ma**er and Mildred Bieber, and brothers-in-law Harold Bieber and Jim Boyer.

She is survived by her children, Sherry Polk (Mike), Beth McCroden (Larry) and Kent Ma**er (Danielle); her grandchildren; Jason Polk (Larianne), Stacey Headley, Lori Ehmke (Brad), Amy Schmaderer (Jason), Nicole Ma**er-Storer (Cory), Jill Newkirk (Bill), Lance Polk (Jamie), Shannon Suing (Mike), Adam Polk and Mira Ma**er-Bills.

She enjoyed 22 great-grandchildren: Jordan and Jacob Polk, Brennan, Jared and Jace Ehmke, Brittney Pankowski, Brady Newkirk, Benjamin, Daniel and Charles Schmaderer, McKenna and Mason Headley, Elizabeth Dunbar, Cade, Josie and Elliot Suing, McKenzie, Jackson, and Landon Polk, Gabrielle Polk, and Jenna and Adley Ma**er. She also had three great-great-grandsons, Nash, C**ter, and Carter. Maxine had one sister, Gladys Yenter, a sister-in-law, Carole Ann Boyer, and two brothers-in-law, John Yenter and Harold Ma**er. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church in Big Springs, with Pastor Kurt Hatteberg officiating. Committal will follow in the Big Springs Cemetery.

Visitation will be at Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Julesburg on Monday, from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.

Memorials are suggested to the Big Springs Fire and Rescue of Big Springs. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg is in charge of arrangements.

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03/26/2026

Margaret Louise Wulf

Margaret Louise (Yost) Wulf, 81, passed away on March 25, 2026. She was born on January 20, 1945, in Oklahoma, the oldest of seven children of Logan Clarence and Alma Jean (Dill) Yost.

Mrs. Wulf studied electronics at Aims Community College and enjoyed a 33-year career as an electronics test technician with Hewlett-Packard. A devoted Christian, her faith guided her life. She especially loved traveling, spending time with family and friends, participating in Bible studies, and being active in her church and local senior centers.

She will be remembered for her generosity, compassion, and strong faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 48 years, Earl Wulf; and her brother, John Yost. She is survived by her children, Sheila and Bryan; two grandchildren; one great-grandchild; five siblings; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at the Methodist church in Julesburg, with Pastor Aaron McClellan officiating. Interment will follow at Hillside Cemetery in Julesburg.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg is in charge of arrangements.

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03/26/2026

Robert John Biel

Robert "Bob" Biel, 78, of Ogallala, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, in Kenesaw, NE.

He was born on April 3, 1947, in Omaha to Elmer and Anita (Sass) Biel. He was baptized on June 22, 1947, and later confirmed in his faith on March 26, 1961, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ogallala. Bob was raised on the family farm northeast of Ogallala, where he developed a lifelong love of farming and working with his hands. He "retired" in the spring of 2023 but never quit working on his farm.

Bob graduated from Ogallala High School with the Class of 1965. He went on to attend the University of Nebraska - Lincoln until he enlisted in the service. He proudly served his country in the Army National Guard from 1967 to 1972, earning the designations of mechanic and sharpshooter..

On February 13, 1971, Bob was united in marriage to Geraldine "Gerri" Grigsby at St. Paul Lutheran Church. To this union, three children were born: James (Jim), Andrew (Andy), and Julie. Bob and Gerri made their home on the Biel family farm, where they raised their children and built a life rooted in hard work, faith, and family. Bob and his sons, Jim and Andy, would farm together for several years. Though Bob and Gerri later divorced in June of 2012, each continued to support their children and grandchildren independently.

A true farmer at heart, Bob enjoyed building and repairing farm machinery and was always willing to lend his mechanical skills where needed. He had a special fondness for John Deere tractors and proudly owned a John Deere 4430 tractor-pulling tractor from 1974 to 1979, where he pulled in the Off the Farm Class. He would use this tractor for many years after as a farm tractor. He would always say, " Nothing Runs Like a Deere" and " Green Means Go." He enjoyed attending tractor pulls, camping in the mountains, hunting, and John Wayne movies. In later years, one of his greatest joys was attending the activities and events of his grandchildren.

Bob will be remembered for his love of John Deeres, the land, his mechanical talents, and the pride he took in his family.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Anita Biel; his son, Andrew "Andy" Biel; and his brother, William "Bill" Biel.

Left to cherish his memory are: his son, Jim (Misty) Biel of Lewellen; his daughter, Julie (Brad) Johnson of Minden; grandchildren Jamie Biel, Jasmine Biel, Alyssa Johnson, C**ten Johnson, Mason Biel, and Kailey Biel; great-granddaughter Grace Anderson; nephew John (Carol) Biel; niece Lynette (Mark) Steadry; along with other relatives and friends.

A memorial has been established in Bob's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

Services will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel in Ogallala with Pastor Daniel Ramsey officiating. Interment will be in the Ogallala Cemetery.

Visitation will be on Sunday, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements.

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03/26/2026

Janet Rose Williamson

Janet Rose Williamson, 85, of Pearland, Texas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on March 21, 2026. Janet was born on March 25, 1940, in Holyoke, Colorado, to Herman and Dora Tatum. The family later moved to Ovid, Colorado, where at the age of 14 she met the love of her life, Robert Williamson. Their love began in their youth and grew stronger over the years. One of Janet's greatest joys and probably worries was supporting Bob during his college days as a bull rider. The two were then married on July 21, 1963, and began their life together in Hereford, Texas. After several moves along the way, Janet and Bob eventually settled in Sidney, Montana, where they raised their two daughters. Their children meant everything to them. Janet started her career as a teller at Stockman Bank in 1977 and retired after 28 years as Head Teller, where she was known for her dedication, warmth and friendly smile. When their daughters, Jana and Robin, later made their homes in Texas, Janet and Bob followed after retirement to be near family and to watch their grandchildren grow. Janet and Bob seized the opportunity to travel and explore the world after retirement, sharing these journeys with family and special friends. Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Herman and Dora Tatum, her sisters Judy Stone and Joyce Carr. She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert Williamson; her daughters, Jana (Richard) Guhl and their children Brandon (Sydney) Guhl, Katie (Alex) Boreman, and Kyra (Sterling Smith) Guhl; and Robin (James) Quinton and their children Emma Quinton and Karsten Quinton; as well as her sister, Jean (James) Engelker.

Janet was the image of courage and strength to those around her. As a breast cancer survivor, she did not let much slow her down. Janet found her greatest joys in time spent with her family and out on the golf course, she built lasting friendships and created cherished memories. Retiring on the golf course was a dream come true for Janet and Bob and she was very involved with the Women's Golf Association and served as president in 2012 and organized the 9-holers group. Anyone who knew Janet knew her for her famous sugar cookies, which she lovingly made and shared with friends and family. She was always happy to pass along her recipe, continuing a tradition of kindness and sharing.

Though she loved golfing, baking, and reading, Janet's most treasured role was that of grandmother. She delighted in every moment spent with her grandchildren, whether traveling through Europe together, celebrating their milestones, or simply sharing laughter and baking cookies. She never missed a chance to spoil them and took great pride in all they accomplished. Janet will be remembered for her kindness, her humor, and her unwavering love for her family. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a proud grandmother. We could not have asked for a better one, and she will be deeply missed every day. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved her.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00 am, at Epiphany Lutheran Church in Pearland, Texas. Visitation will be before and a luncheon to follow.

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03/25/2026

Norma Hendon

Norma Rae Hendon, 84, was born Sept. 5th, 1941 and passed away on March 23rd, 2026. She was the oldest of 9 kids.

She was preceded in death by husband, Jerry Hendon; daughter, Patti Kuskie; daughter-in-law, Terri Hendon; and grandson, Jason Hendon.

She leaves behind sons, Jerry Dean of Paxton, Johnny of Brule and Brian of North Platte; special daughters, Carissa Cornelius of Grant and Shelby Neiman of Moreno, CO; lots of grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is assisting the Hendon family.

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03/23/2026

Donald Earl Alexander

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Donald Earl Alexander (age 91) on Friday, March 20, 2026, just 11 days before his 92nd birthday. He passed away at Melissa Memorial Hospital in Holyoke with his loving family by his side.

Don was born to Esther Lavina (Runyan) and George Earle Alexander on March 31, 1934, on the family farm north of Ovid, Colorado. Don was the youngest of 3 children, joining Dorothy and Richard.

Don was part of the Ovid Red Devils completing the 10 th grade before entering into the workforce. He received a Certificate of Achievement from the Boys and Girls 4H Club for completing the 5th year's requirements of the Sugar Beets Club in 1949. He was a member of the Lion's Club. He was a member of the original Platte Valley Customs, worked as a farmhand on various farms in Ovid, Julesburg, and Big Springs. He also worked at the sugar beet factory in Ovid, worked as a custodian at both the Ovid and Julesburg Schools, had an auto repair shop, installed pivot irrigation, and was a city cop in Julesburg. Although he was a man of many trades, Don was mostly known for creating the legacy of D & J Cafe with his wife Jacque on February 4, 1977. After leaving the cafe, Don continued his love for farming, finishing his career helping Jim and Jennifer on Schwartz Farms.

Don married Jacquelyn Faith Reeves on March 18, 1954 in Raton, NM. They had 5 children: Debbie, Ronald, Sherri, Peggy, and Jennifer.

Don was inducted into the Army on May 25 th , 1955, completed basic combat training, spent a month in the infirmary with a back injury sustained outside of military training and was honorably discharged on November 16, 1955.

Don loved his family first and foremost, but also loved farming, square dancing, cars, weekend camping trips, and playing card games with friends and family throughout the years.

Don was a man of quiet strength - the kind you didn't have to question because you could feel it. He didn't seek attention or praise, yet he earned deep respect simply by being who he was: dependable, diligent, and true to his word. He understood the value of showing up, doing what needed to be done, and caring for the people around him in ways both big and small.

Don is preceded in death by his parents, Esther and George, sister Dorothy, brother Richard, wife Jacquelyn Faith (Reeves) Alexander (November 12, 2005), Granddaughter Alyssa Faith, 3 angel (grand) babies and 2 angel (great grand) babies that he never got to hold.

Don is survived by his children, Debbie Kuntzsch, Ronald (Dawn) Alexander, Sherri (Randy) Wilson, Peggy Lewis, and Jennifer (Jim) Schwartz. Goddaughter: JanaLee Beal. Grandchildren: Lonnie (Sharee), Lannie (Laura), Laurel (Clint), Justin (Jessica), Lori (Brandon), Cooper (Courtney), Brent (Danna), Brian, Brandy, Chanteal (Nathan), Misti (Dalton), Rhette, Jonathon (Amanda), Christina, C**t (Heather). Great Grandchildren: Sierra (Travis), Hailey, Asher, Maegan (Treavor), Trystan (Sarah), Kaleb, Renee, Kally, Traceur, Connor, Hannah, Dannika, Jacob (Ivy), Emily (Brigham), Axel, Adrian (Aspen), Degan, Harley, Jaxon, Noah, Bentley, Oaklynd, Cadence, Paisley, Royce, Delaney, Keyanna, Harper, Quade. Great Great Grandchild: Julius. Great-grandson and great great-granddaughter are expected in June.

Don was a man of God, had great love for the Lord, and was a longtime member, becoming a Deacon Emeritus of the Christian Church in Julesburg.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 10:00 am at the Julesburg Christian Church with Pastor Alan Harris officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery south of Julesburg. The family requests that the color blue be worn in honor of Don's favorite color.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg is in charge of arrangements.

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03/21/2026

Joan G. McGinley

Joan McGinley of Lisco, NE, passed on March 19, 2026.

The rosary will be on Friday, April 10, at 7 p.m. at St. Gall's Catholic Church in Lisco. The funeral Mass will be Saturday, April 11, at 10 a.m. at St. Gall's, with Fr. Bryan Ernest and Fr Mike McDonald concelebrating and Deacon Dixon Powers assisting, followed by a luncheon at the Lisco Legion Hall.

Joan was born on December 15, 1936, in Oshkosh, Nebraska. At only 10 days old, she rode the train to Los Angeles, CA, with her mother and sister to join her father. The family lived there until they moved back to Oshkosh before Joan's freshman year of high school.

Upon graduation, Joan worked as a secretary at Garden County High School and then attended college in Santa Rosa, California. Following college, she moved to Omaha, NE, where she lived and trained to become a flight attendant. Her young age prevented her from becoming a flight attendant at the time, so she moved to Denver, CO, with a close friend and worked as a secretary. She then moved to Cheyenne, WY, for flight attendant training and graduated at the head of her class. She first met her husband, Mike McGinley-a tobacco-chewing cowboy she knew nothing about- at the Lisco Saint Patrick's Day Dance. They married in 1959, and she became a devoted wife and mother living on a ranch North of Lisco.

Her kind and giving spirit served others far beyond the reach of her family. Showcased over the years, as the Busy Bee's 4-H club leader, time spent working in the Courtyard Cafe, embroidering t-shirts and sweatshirts for a local business, as a committed member of St. Gall's Altar Society, and as a dedicated employee of the Cabela's Return Department.

Joan's generosity, kindness, and service to others are her mark on this world and have left a lasting ripple of impact. She was a true friend, devout Catholic, caring wife, looked-up-to mother, outstanding grandmother, and valued member of the community.

She is preceded in death by her sister Merrilyn Nygren and parents, Merril and Mae Nygren; and an infant grandson, Tate Eaton.

We have much to learn from her life and legacy as those she leaves behind include: Her husband of 66 years, Mike McGinley, brother, Rick (Patty) Nygren nephews, Troy and Matt Nygren, son, Joe McGinley, daughter, Deann (Marshall) Eaton, granddaughters, Aspen (Logan) Dick, and Talyn Eaton. Daughter, Teri (Merrit) Linke, granddaughter, Rachel (Wade) Allnutt and great-grandchildren Macy and Charlie Allnutt, granddaughter, McCall (TJ) Knecht and great-granddaughters Ottillie and Presley Knecht, and grandson Jace (Morea) Linke, and great-grandson, Mack Linke.

Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the Mass will be streamed live.

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