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11/17/2025

Lori A. Griffin

LORI ANN GRIFFIN, 57, of Crawford, passed away November 17, 2025, at Ponderosa Villa in Crawford, Nebraska.

Lori was born September 10, 1968, at Grant, Nebraska, to Jacque (Kuskie) Snyder. She was later adopted by Roger Brodbeck, who, together with her mother, raised her in the Grant community. Lori graduated from Perkins County High School.

After high school, Lori attended beauty school in North Platte for a time. She was a spirited and determined woman who followed her own path in life. She later made her home in Ogallala and Roscoe, where she raised her daughter, Lyndsey, and cultivated her lifelong love of horses.

Lori was a fiercely independent person, and some might even venture to say she was a bit stubborn. She was known for her sense of humor and for speaking the unvarnished truth. Lori loved the Huskers, country music, and especially Reba McEntire, whose songs often echoed Lori's own strength and heart. Her family fondly recalls that she always said, "To the moon and back."

She was preceded in death by her grandparents and her adoptive father, Roger Brodbeck.

Survivors include her daughter, Lyndsey (Jessica) Fricke of Chappell; her mother, Jacque (Terry) Bohling of Deshler; uncle, Dennis (Marlene) Kuskie of Green Forest, AR; aunt, Marlene (Larry) Pritchett of Lincoln; and cousins, Troy (Kelly) Pritchett of Lincoln, Travis (Denise) Pritchett of Lincoln, Jennifer Kuskie of Casa Grande, AZ, Kristyn (Tracy) Smith of Casa Grande, AZ, and Michael Kuskie of Ogallala; her birth father, Myron Snyder; along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant, with interment to follow in the Grant Fairview Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com.

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11/14/2025

Joyce Carr

LEOTA JOYCE CARR, 82, of Wichita, Kansas, and formerly of Nebraska, passed away November 13, 2025, in Wichita.

Joyce was born June 19, 1943, in Sutherland, Nebraska, to Robert and Leota (Spurgin) Johnson. She grew up on the family farm near Elsie, Nebraska, alongside her three siblings. Joyce graduated from Elsie High School where she was class valedictorian. She then attended Kearney State College, where she earned her bachelor's degree in Education in only three years.

Joyce began her teaching career in Ellis, Kansas, and later taught in Cozad, Nebraska. She eventually made her home in North Platte, where she started her family. In 1983, Joyce moved with her three children, Chad, Brant, and Shamain, to Omaha where she continued her teaching career. From teaching math at Millard North High School to working with people with disabilities as the day services manager at Bethphage, Joyce shared her love of learning and had a profound impact on many.

Joyce's faith was the steady center of her life in all that she did. She was active in every church she attended -she did not eat the bread of idleness- teaching Sunday School, volunteering, participating in Bible studies, and even becoming the Christian Education Director at one of her church homes. She was a sincere and joyful witness to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Joyce was an avid reader and had a continual quest for knowledge. She loved music, especially gospel, country, and bluegrass. Joyce also played the piano throughout her life, often taking the opportunity to sing her favorite hymns. Joyce also enjoyed watching football and was a faithful fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers through thick and thin.

She is survived by her children, Chad Carr of Omaha, Brant (Ronell) Carr of Ankeny, IA, Shamain (Tim) Bachman of Wichita, KS, and grandchildren, (McKenna Carr, Abby Bachman, Brady Carr, Emma Bachman, and Natalie Carr); brother, Bruce (Gerri) Johnson of Illinois; and many other relatives and friends.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Marilyn Holscher and Roberta Russell.

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

Services will be on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 10AM MT at the Grant Evangelical Free Church with Pastor Russ Gaar officiating. Interment will be at the Paxton Cemetery immediately following the services.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

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10/28/2025

Larry D. Johnson

LARRY D. JOHNSON, 78, of Grant, passed away October 26, 2025, at Perkins County Hospital in Grant.

Larry was born February 22, 1947, at Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Willard and Eleanor (Bratten) Johnson. He grew up in Broken Bow, where he graduated from Broken Bow High School with the Class of 1965.

After graduation, Larry attended Kearney State College for a time before marrying Lucretia Patterson in October of 1967 at the Berean Church in Broken Bow. The couple made their first home in Kearney, where Larry worked at a gas station and later at the Baldwin Filters plant. In the early 1970s, they moved to Grant, where Larry began farming.

Larry farmed for many years in the Grant area, and he enjoyed the rhythms of farm life and the satisfaction of working the land. From 1973 to 1999, Larry was active in agriculture before moving to Georgia, where he worked with his nephew, David, operating street sweepers. In 2014, he returned to Grant to be closer to family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his children, Chad (Julie) Johnson and their children, Nick and Haley; Tyler (Kerri) Johnson and their children, Jaime (Justin) Laboi and their son, August, Keegan, and Riley; Melissa (Jared) Potts and their children, Eli, Josey, and Kenna; Celeste (Kenny) Johnson and their children, Jordan and Kendall; bonus children, Jennifer (Joe) Tatum and their children, Rally, Riggin, and Ryeker; Melissa (Josh) Conway-Patton, and their son, Evan; Celeste (Beau) Beam and their children, Kadance, Teagan, and Elijah; Shaina (Chad) Ostmeyer and their children, Noah, Harper, Bryleigh and Brooks. Larry is also survived by two siblings, Delane Johnson of Palm Beach, Florida, and Marlene (Jim) Davidson of Houston, Texas; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 3, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the Grant Evangelical Free Church, with Pastor Russ Gaar officiating. Interment will be held on November 4, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. CT at the Broken Bow Cemetery.

Visitation will be Sunday, November 2, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Bullock-Long Funeral Home in Grant.

A memorial has been established in Larry's memory for later designation by his family.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com.

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10/23/2025

Jim R. Salsman

Jim R. Salsman, 97, of Grant, Nebraska, passed away on October 21, 2025, at the Independence House at Coddington in Lincoln.

Jim was born on November 27, 1927, on the family farm near Imperial, Nebraska, to J.I. and May (Cowherd) Salsman. He attended country school and then graduated from Perkins County High School in 1946. Following graduation, Jim worked with his dad on the family farm. After which, Jim proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force until his discharge in April 1950.

On April 1, 1951, Jim married Beulah Joyce Barry at the Grant United Methodist Church. Together they made their home on the family farm south of Grant, raising three children-Rick, Merry, and Ron. Jim and Joyce shared a love of flying, logging over 1,000 hours in the air as members of the Flying Farmers, traveling to events across the country in Jim's airplane. Earning his instrument flight rating was one of Jim's proudest achievements.

Over the years, Jim and Joyce enjoyed participating in bowling leagues and card clubs. They loved to go dancing and were devoted fans of their local high school teams and the Huskers, and they treasured the many cruises they took with dear friends. They cherished every opportunity to spend time with family, finding great joy in being with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jim had a passion for technology and always enjoyed having the latest technology. He loved visiting with friends-and even strangers-and always had a story to tell, bringing laughter to everyone around him.

A lifelong farmer, Jim dedicated his life to agriculture. He took great pride in his crops and cattle. He served on the Grant Co-op Board for many years, and was a lifelong member of the Grant United Methodist Church and the Masonic Lodge.

A loving son, brother, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Jim was a blessing to all who knew him. We were so fortunate to have been loved by him. He will be remembered as a man of faith, family, and quiet integrity-a true gentleman devoted to those he loved, especially his beloved wife, Joyce, who preceded him in death in 2019.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; sister, Evalyn (Arnold) Kirkegaard; brother, Charley (Doralyn) Salsman; and son-in-law, Mike Zoellner.

Jim is survived by his children, Rick (Kathy) Salsman of Grant, Merry Zoellner of Lincoln, and Ron (Julie) Salsman of York; grandchildren, Danny Salsman of Grant, Michael (Abby) Zoellner of Omaha, Kaitlyn Zoellner of Lincoln, Abbie (Jeff) Neujahr of Lexington, and Ryan Salsman of York; great-grandchildren, Molly, Charlie, Finn, and Clara Zoellner, and Hank and Duke Neujahr; along with many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Funeral services will be held Monday, October 27, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Grant United Methodist Church, with Pastor Spenser Johnson officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Grant Fairview Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Monday morning from 11 a.m. until service time at the church.

Memorials are suggested to Western Sky CCC, P.O. Box 966, Grant, NE 69140, or to the Grant United Methodist Church in memory of Jim.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

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10/17/2025

Kenneth Edward Bieber

KENNETH EDWARD BIEBER, 87 of Julesburg, CO, passed away on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at UC Hospital Authority in Aurora, CO.

Kenneth was born on August 4, 1938, in Loveland, Colorado, to Rudolph and Marie (Moore) Bieber. Kenneth attended school in Sedgwick, Colorado, and graduated from Sedgwick High School in 1956.

Kenneth proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1956 to 1959.

After returning to Sedgwick, Kenneth worked at the Sugar Factory in Ovid and took on various odd jobs. Eventually, he joined the Sedgwick County Road and Bridge department, where he worked for 40 years before retiring in 1998. Following his retirement, Kenneth spent many years as the groundskeeper at Hillside Cemetery.

Kenneth married Alta Christine Dickinsen on June 10, 1962, at the Lutheran Church in Lodgepole, Nebraska. They were blessed with two children, Kevin and Debbey, and raised their children on the farm just south of Julesburg, CO.

Kenneth enjoyed collecting various antiques. He spent most days in his two workshops, where he worked on small motors, golf carts, and lawn mowers. He loved to tinker with paint and create yard ornaments. While he enjoyed gardening, he wasn't particularly fond of other yard work, especially when it came to dealing with weeds. Kenneth and Alta preferred to handle their own home maintenance, and they even shingled their house together.

Kenneth and Alta loved to travel, and their memorable trips to Hawaii to visit Debbey and her family were a highlight of their adventures. One of Kenneth's favorite destinations was Branson, Missouri, where he made several visits. He always looked forward to summer trips with his mom and sister.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Alta, sisters Dixie Grasz and Shirley Bieber, and brother Fredrick Bieber.

Survivors include his son, Kevin Bieber (Lori Shino) of Sterling, CO; daughter, Debbey (Gregory) Coleman of Charlottesville, Virginia; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, along with other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, at 10:00 am at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Alan Harris officiating. Burial will follow at the Hillside Cemetery with Military Honors.

Visitation will be one hour before the service at 9:00 am.

A memorial has been established in Kenneth's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com

Prairie Hills Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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10/16/2025

Eunice I. Warner

EUNICE I. WARNER, 93, of Kearney, passed away October 15, 2025, at Homestead Assisted Living in Kearney.

Eunice was born on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1931, in rural Gosper County, Nebraska, to Lester and Nellie (Puls) Bowers. She grew up on the family farm near Holbrook, where her father farmed with horses for many years, eventually being the last to adopt tractor farming in the area. Eunice attended a one-room country school through eighth grade before graduating from Holbrook High School in 1948. She often recalled those early years fondly-the dust clouds rolling in the distance, making mud pies in the corn crib, and learning to play pinochle with her classmates.

In 1950, Eunice married Joe E. Warner. The couple first made their home in Holbrook, where Joe worked at the Co-op station and Eunice worked at a grocery store. They later lived in Hastings, where Joe worked at the Hastings Ammunition Plant, and their daughter, Sonia were born. In the mid-1950s, they moved to McCook, where their children, Sally and Doug, were born. Through the years, Eunice and Joe also made homes in Imperial and Kearney.

Eunice worked for several years as a receptionist for the Anderson-Divan-Cottrell insurance firm in Kearney and part-time at Herberger's. Beyond her career, Eunice gave generously of her time-serving on election boards, volunteering at First Lutheran Church, and participating in the Kearney Envoys of the Chamber of Commerce. She was a longtime member and secretary of her church's Gloria Circle.

Eunice loved card games and proudly joked that she played cards eight days a week. She also enjoyed music, crafts, word search puzzles, and time with friends at both Kearney Manor and the Peterson Senior Center. She lived at Kearney Manor for 20 years. The last 3 she lived at Homestead Assisted Living, where they took great care of her and loved her witty sayings and direct conversation.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Ted Bowers.

Survivors include her daughters, Sonia (Walt) Altman of Sebring, FL, and Sally (Doug) Ferguson of Kearney; son, Doug (Rachelle) Warner of Elm Creek; four grandchildren, Pat (Sara) Ferguson of Omaha and Cole Ferguson of Kearney, Megan Warner of Gretna and Luke Warner of Norfolk; and three great-grandchildren, Noah, Stella, and Delilah Ferguson, along with many other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at First Lutheran Church ELCA in Kearney, with interment at Holbrook Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday morning at the church beginning at 9:00 a.m.

Memorials are established to First Lutheran Church in memory of Eunice.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Ogallala is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com, where the services will be streamed live.

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10/16/2025

Bradley Leroy Matoush

BRADLEY LeRoy MATOUSH, 72, of Lodgepole, passed away October 14, 2025.

Brad was born July 23, 1953, in Denver, Colorado, to LeRoy Matoush and Mildred (Barnica) Griffin. Brad grew up in the Denver area, attending both Lincoln High School and Bear Creek High School before moving to Julesburg his senior year and graduating with the class of 1971.

Following high school Brad enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served on active duty for three years. Brad then joined the U.S. Army and became a member of the elite Special Forces Green Berets serving a total of eleven years before his honorable discharge in February of 1990.

Brad married Peggy Miller in 1973 and together made their home in Sedgwick, CO. He was blessed with two sons, Cris and Travis. Brad later moved to Chappell in 2010.

For much of his career, Brad owned and operated a business specializing in commercial diving, underwater recovery/maintenance and lake management-performing chemical treatments and maintenance in bodies of water across Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming and South Dakota. His work reflected his love of the outdoors and taste for adventure.

On July 5, 2024, Brad married Joan, and the couple made their home in Lodgepole.

Brad will be remembered for his sense of humor, ability to tell a great story, passion for fi****ms and outdoor recreation and the love he shared for those around him. Brad was the kind of man who made everyone feel welcome, he never met a stranger.

He was preceded in death by his father, LeRoy Matoush; a brother, Wade Matoush; cousin, Lavern Barnica; stepfather, Alvin Griffin, previous wife, Peggy Raymond; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Survivors include his wife, Joan Matoush of Lodgepole; sons, Cris Matoush of Chappell and Travis (Nevada) Matoush of Parker, CO; grandchildren, Madison, Logan, Rhya, McKinley, and Leyton Matoush; mother, Mildred Griffin of Chappell; sister, Lynette Matoush of Maine; niece, Annie Helgerg of Fort Collins; nephew, Taylor Williams of Maine; sister-in-law, Karen Matoush of Parker; nephew, Tyler Matoush of Parker; brother-in-law, Dennis (Rhonda) Miller of Chappell; stepdaughter, Jennifer (Willie) Evans of Julesburg and their many children and grandchildren; as well as many other relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Life for Brad will be held Saturday, November 1, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Sedgwick Community Center.

Military honors will include the presentation of a folded flag.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Turning Point USA or the NRA in memory of Brad.

Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com

Prairie Hills Funeral Home is assisting the Matoush family.

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10/11/2025

Seth A. Sample

Seth Alton Sample, 38, of Arthur, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on October 9, 2025, at the Ogallala Community Hospital.

Seth was born on March 2, 1987, in Alliance, Nebraska. In 1991, he and his family moved to Arthur, Nebraska, where he grew up and built many lifelong friendships. He graduated from Arthur County High School with the Class of 2005.

Seth was blessed with two children, Paisley and Pepper. He was incredibly proud of the young people they are becoming and found his greatest joy in being their Dad. Seth had a natural gift with kids, and they always seemed to gravitate toward him. Whether it was his children, his nieces, or any child, he was generous with his attention and always had a willingness to teach them. Seth lived his life the cowboy way - working hard, staying humble, and always ready to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. Seth had the gift of turning the longest, toughest days of work into something fun and enjoyable. With his keen, quick wit and insightful humor, he could always deliver the perfect comment to liven up any environment.

In 2024, Seth was diagnosed with oral cancer, and he fought a brave and determined fight surrounded by those who loved him.

Seth is survived by his children, Paisley and Pepper, both of Arthur; his parents, Aldon and Mary Sample of Arthur; his sister and brother-in-law, Sabrina (Jeremy) Canning of Ogallala; and their children, Audrey and Sadie.

He also leaves behind numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends who will forever remember his kindness and strength. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, several uncles, and a cousin.

A celebration of Seth's life will be held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at 1 p.m. at the Arthur High School Gym with Pastor Blake Wilkes officiating. Interment will be in the Arthur Cemetery. In true cowboy spirit, friends and family are invited to come as they are.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Prairie Hills Funeral Home in Ogallala.

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

Prairie Hills Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.

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10/11/2025

Robert Wayne Liggett

ROBERT LIGGETT, of Ogallala, passed away October 9, 2025, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.

Robert was born in Ogallala, Nebraska, to Harold and Betty (Hudson) Liggett. He attended school in Ogallala and spent much of his life in the area.

Robert had a great sense of humor and was ornery in the best of ways, always ready with a joke or a good-natured jab. He loved to fish, and like any good fisherman, he developed a talent for telling "fisherman's tales."

Robert's father was a truck driver and owned Liggett Brothers, so from a young age, he was drawn to the world of trucking. He spent much of his free time hanging around the truck stop, where he enjoyed visiting with friends over coffee and watching the rigs come and go. Though Robert never became a truck driver himself, he had a lifelong love for trucks and the people who ran them. In the old days, Robert could often be found at Liggett Bros. helping with small jobs-airing up tires, changing oil, and lending a hand where he could. In later years, Robert worked at the truck stop and the old Holiday Inn, where he washed dishes.

Robert loved good food, a good laugh, and good company. He never married, but he loved to give good-natured attention to the ladies. Robert always had a soft spot for his dogs, and it was rare for him not to have one by his side. He often enjoyed taking walks around town with them.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Edith Liggett.

Survivors include his sisters, Linda (Todd) Hudson of Ogallala and Cathy Liggett of Ogallala; nieces, Charlotte (Leila) Hudson of Ogallala, Tonya (Edward) Bassett of Ogallala, and Shianne Stotler of Ogallala; great nephews, Zachary, Matthew, Cole, Aiden, and Jaxson; and many other relatives and friends.

Cremation was chosen, and a private family service will be held at a later date.

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

Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsfuneralhome.com

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10/10/2025

Beverly Hendricks

BEVERLY JEAN HENDRICKS, 77, of Grant, passed away Thursday morning, October 9, 2025, at the Perkins County Hospital in Grant, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.

Beverly was born September 11, 1948, in Fargo, North Dakota, to Bernie M. and Beatrice A. (Grandbois) Ness. She attended Fargo Central High School in Fargo and went on to earn a degree in Home Economics from North Dakota State University.

On October 11, 1974, Beverly married Cecil Wayne Hendricks in Fargo, ND. The couple made their home southwest of Grant, where they farmed and operated a feedlot. Beverly devoted herself to her home and family and especially cherished time with her grandchildren. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, and spending time at the family lake cabin in Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her son, Christopher Wayne Hendricks; her parents; and her sisters, Benetta Ness and Bonnie Hall.

Survivors include her husband of 51 years, Cecil of Grant; son, Ryan Hendricks of Torrington, WY; daughter, Shawnda (Nathan) Ducker of Grant; grandchildren, Carter, Avery, and Reese Hendricks, all of Torrington, WY; siblings, Bernie Ness (Rhonda Johnson) of Fargo, ND, and Barbara Ness of Eagan, MN; brothers-in-law, Tim Hendricks of Grant, NE, and Walter Hall of Owego, NY; along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Mother of Sorrows Catholic Church in Grant, with Fr. Bush as celebrant. The Rosary will be recited at 1:30 p.m. prior to Mass. Interment will be in the Grant Fairview Cemetery at a later date.

A memorial has been established in Beverly's memory to Boys Town. Condolences may be shared at bullocklongfuneralhome.com, where the Mass will be streamed live.

Bullock-Long Funeral Home of Grant is in charge of arrangements.

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10/08/2025

Jeremy Keith Kudrna

Jeremy Keith Kudrna, 52, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on April 11, 2025.

Jeremy was born on August 29, 1972, in Denver, Colorado, to Jean (Magnuson) and Dale Kudrna. His early years were spent in several communities — attending kindergarten in Arvada, Colorado, first grade in Jamestown, North Dakota, and later in Ogallala, Nebraska. Jean, Jeremy, and his older sister, Melanie, moved to Little Rock, Arkansas, where Jeremy graduated from high school.

After graduation, Jeremy moved with his mother to Springfield, Missouri, where he spent most of his adult life. He worked in the maintenance department at Hobart Appliance, where his wide range of technical skills made him an invaluable part of the team. Jeremy was a man who could fix just about anything — welding, electrical work, plumbing, and construction came naturally to him. He even converted an old rusted tank into a functional diesel fuel tank.

In April of 1995, Jeremy married Julie Cline, and together they made their home in Springfield. Their union was blessed with two children, Matt and Samantha. Jeremy and Julie shared many years together, raising their family and building a life in the Ozarks. They purchased property where they began raising cattle, with Jeremy building fences, working the land, and establishing the farm from the ground up with Julie's help.

Jeremy was an outdoorsman and sportsman who loved hunting and fishing and belonged to a local shooting club. He enjoyed working on projects at the local Legion Club and was known for his skill as a pool player, competing with their team in Springfield. Jeremy loved football season and gathering with friends for games. He was a dedicated life-long Dallas Cowboys fan, and also followed the Kansas City Chiefs.

He had a generous heart, always ready to help his neighbors and friends. During the pandemic, he helped prepare a friend's home for his return from the hospital, adapting the house for his special health needs. Jeremy and Julie's circle of close friends — Shane & Jennifer, Rick & Earl — among many others, were like extended family to them. He valued their friendship deeply and the time they shared over the years.

Those who knew Jeremy remember his intelligence, resourcefulness, and mechanical talent. Whether it was repairing something, starting a new project, or helping someone in need, he approached every task with determination and creativity.

Survivors include his children, Matt Kudrna and his wife, Bailey of Waco, TX, and Samantha Gray of Waco, TX; his grandchildren, Owen and Clark of Waco, TX; his mother, Jean Magnuson of Ogallala; and his father, Dale (Marie) Kudrna of Mesa, AZ. He is also survived by his siblings: Melanie (Jerry) Meyer of Little Rock, AR, Angie (Leo) Martinez of Firestone, CO, Laurie Adams of Firestone, CO, and Doug (Linda) Kudrna of Mead, CO; nieces and nephews, Jessica and Tyler Martinez, Stephanie Adams, and Kenzie and Kellan Kudrna; cousins, Gerri (Tommy Joe) Miller, Jeani Davis, KD Tausan, and Crystal (Chad) Moore — who were like siblings to him; and his father and mother-in-law, Marvin and Shelley Cline; special friends and mentor, Ralph and Linda Douglas; along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Julie Kudrna; his grandparents, DeWayne and Marvel Magnuson, and Frank and Josephine Kudrna; and his aunt, Linda Tausan.

No funeral services or inurnment are planned at this time.

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10/08/2025

Gladys Spurlin

G. Jeanette Spurlin, 85, of Ogallala, passed away on her birthday, October 4, 2025, at Indian Hills Manor in Ogallala.

Jeanette was born on October 4, 1940, in Denver, Colorado, to LeRoy Russell and Ella Kandis (Mosbarger) Mast. She attended school in the Denver area and grew up in a large family.

Jeanette married Duane Russell "Shorty" Spurlin in Greeley, Colorado. She managed a grocery store and later, together with her husband, operated apartment complexes and storage units in several eastern Colorado communities. Following Duane's death in 2003, Jeanette continued to make her home in eastern Colorado, before moving to Keith County, Nebraska, in 2021.

Jeanette loved animals and was especially fond of her dogs, who were constant companions throughout her life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Duane; daughters, Charlene and Rebecca; infant sister, Elaine Elizabeth Mast; and her parents.

Survivors include her siblings, Aloyce Smith, Myrtle Sparks, Gail (Paul) McCoy, Larry (Ginny) Mast, Marlene (Bob) Hathaway, and Dale (Pam) Mast; along with many other nieces, nephews, and extended family.

A private graveside service will be held at Johnstown Cemetery in Colorado, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband.

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

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