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01/14/2026

Carol Joann Hendren (Flickinger) passed away peacefully on January 10th, 2026, at her home in Cheyenne Wyoming at the age of 90. A private viewing was held on January 12th at Bridgman Funeral Home with Jones Mortuary in Mitchell entrusted with the arrangements. A celebration of life is planned for the Spring of 2026 to allow out of town family members to attend. Announcements for the event will be provided via the newspaper and Facebook.
Carol was born April 20,1935 in Denver Colorado and adopted as an infant by Nora and Eugene Flickinger of Mitchell. She attended school in the Mitchell School systems, graduating from Mitchell High School in 1953. She married Robert L. Hendren in 1953, enjoying 60 years of marriage before his passing. She resided in Mitchell her whole life before moving to Cheyenne in 2014 to be closer to family.
Carol worked at the Morrill beanery early in her adulthood and later transitioned to working as a legal secretary for the G. Randolph Reed law practice until her retirement. She was very active in the community of Mitchell including a lifelong membership within the United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday school. She served on the Mitchell Planning Commission and served one term as Mayor of Mitchell.
Carol enjoyed supporting her children in their activities, crocheting prayer shawls, playing the slots in South Dakota, and bingo at her retirement home. She also enjoyed the simple pleasures in life such as spending time with family, baking her famous chocolate chip cookies, serving up her notorious potato salad and chocolate balls for the family at Christmas. She loved to play cards, spend time with friends and was known to cheat from time to time at croquet. She was an avid Husker fan, spending many hours watching the University of Nebraska athletics, particularly football and volleyball.
Carol is survived by her sister-in-law, Pat Flickinger of Douglasville, GA, daughter, Sally Nelson of Northglenn, CO, daughter Lisa and spouse Tim Hullinger of Frederick, CO and son Kyle Hendren and spouse Valle (Barkus) of Cheyenne Wyoming. She was blessed to be Grandma/Grams to 8 grandchildren and Grannie to 14 great grandchildren. She was also Aunt to numerous nieces and nephews.

01/13/2026

Sherry Lynn Popp, 76, of Gering, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2026, at Regional West Medical Center. A celebration of life will be held at a later date, with details to follow. Online condolences may be made by viewing Sherry’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.
Sherry was born on July 28, 1949, in Alliance, Nebraska to Helen and Harvey Trussel. She was married December 10th, 1967 to Terry Popp. She was a lifetime resident of the Platte Valley Area. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; two sisters; and one brother.
She is lovingly survived by her sons, Dan (Pam) Popp of Gardner, Kansas, and Alex Popp of Gering, Nebraska; her cherished grandson, Coltyn Popp of Kansas City, Kansas; and her siblings, Ron (Bonnie) Trussel of Littleton, Colorado, Penny Rupp of San Tan Valley, Arizona, and Jim (Robyn) Trussel of Ness City, Kansas.
Sherry worked as a cook at Heritage Estates for 30 years, where her care, dedication, and talent in the kitchen touched countless lives. Known as a great cook, she took pride in feeding others and found joy in making people happy.
Sherry had a warm, outgoing personality and could strike up a conversation with anyone she met. She loved bowling, diamond art beading, and bingo, but above all, she treasured time spent with her family. Her kindness, laughter, and welcoming spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

01/10/2026

Edna Mae Schieber-Covalt, 90, of Scottsbluff, passed quietly on January 5, 2026, in Scottsbluff, Ne. There will be a celebration of life at the Angora Community Center on January 24, 2026, from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Please no flowers. Memorials may be sent to the Broadwater Fire Department. Cards may be sent to Schieber, 23 South St. Gering, Ne 69341. Online condolences may be made by viewing Edna’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.
Born north of Alliance, Nebraska April 30, 1935, to Christopher and Minnie Ackerman of Alliance. Edna graduated from Alliance High School in 1953.
She married Dwayne (Dutch) K. Schieber in 1954. Two children were born to this union, Dale Schieber and Patty Schramm.
Edna worked as a laborer and care giver in the Scotts bluff/Gering area for many years.
Dutch passed in August of 1964. She then remained single until she met the love of her life John Covalt. On February 14, 2000, they were married in Valentine, Nebraska. They resided on the Covalt Ranch north of Broadwater together, until John went to the Bridgeport nursing home in 2024. John passed away March 1, 2025.
Edna was preceded in death by, her mother Minne, father Christopher, brothers Harold, Dwayne, Leon and Billie Ackerman, in-laws Myrtle and Carl Schieber and Bert Baxter, also by Johns parents Lewis and Catherine Covalt, along with grandson Joseph Zeiler.
She is survived by her son Dale Schieber (Sherry Fibelstad) of Gering Ne, daughter Patty (Jim) Schramm of Hay Springs Ne, special near daughter Carol Siefers, three grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

01/10/2026

Doris Jean Weitzel passed away peacefully, on January 5, 2026, at the Mitchell Care Center at the age of 90 with family and friends by her side. The visitation and gathering with the family will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Jones Mortuary in Mitchell, Nebraska. Her funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at The Vine United Methodist Church in Mitchell, Nebraska with Pastor Rick Reisig officiating. Interment will follow at the Mitchell City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in her name to The Vine United Methodist Church in Mitchell, Nebraska or donor’s choice. Online condolences may be made by viewing Doris’s memorial page at www.jones-mortuary.com. Jones Mortuary in Mitchell is entrusted with arrangements.
Doris Jean Weitzel was born February 17, 1935, in Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, to Cecil and Dorothy (Roberts) Harmon. She attended elementary school in Buffalo Gap, South Dakota, and high school in Hot Springs, South Dakota.
She graduated from the South Dakota Business School in Rapid City, South Dakota. Her first job after graduating from college was working in the office at the VA Hospital in Hot Springs, South Dakota.
After college, she married George Raymond Leach. They were blessed with three sons, Jeffrey, Craig, and Kevin. Unfortunately, George passed away at a young age due to injuries from an automobile accident.
She later met Elwood Weitzel, with whom she was married to for 59 years. They made their home in Mitchell, Nebraska, where they farmed and ranched for many years. Doris could be found operating farm equipment, irrigating, and herding and working cattle. After marrying Elwood, she gained two bonus children, Wendy and Eric.
During her lifetime, she was a member of The Vine United Methodist Church of Mitchell, where she was active in the church auxiliary. She was a member of the Mitchell American Legion auxiliary; a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution; board member and secretary of the North Platte Valley Irrigation Association; a member of the Pen Women Club; a member of the Scotts Bluff County Willing Workers Homemaker’s Club, holding titles of president, vice-president, secretary, historian, and treasurer. Every summer, she volunteered at the Scotts Bluff County Fair. She was a judge at local high schools, for speech competitions and spelling bees. During her school years, she participated in spelling bees taking first place on many occasions. During and after high school, she played in a polka/Dutch hop band, traveling throughout South Dakota and adjoining states. She was proficient in playing the piano, organ, keyboard, harmonica, tambourine, saxophone, and accordion. Although she could read music, most of the songs she played were played by ear. She made wedding cakes and birthday cakes for many people, did clay sculpturing, gardening, was an excellent cook, and participated in art shows, where she sold many of the paintings she had done. If there was a good auction on Saturday, you could find her at the auction or a garage sale on the way home. She loved antiques and any unique knick-knack she could find. Every summer, she would scout the garage sales and buy stuffed animals to put in the children’s grab bags at the fair. Doris spent many hours researching her family genealogy lineage and painted a family tree. She and Elwood loved to travel to Deadwood, South Dakota, to play the slot machines and drive through Custer State Park. She always called South Dakota home.
She wrote short stories and poetry, of which some of her writings were published. One poem she was especially proud of was her poem “Big Boys Never Cry” which she entered into a poetry contest and won first place. This poem was then published and entered into the records of the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C.
She leaves to mourn her passing, her children Jeffrey (Susan) Weitzel; Craig (Cindy) Weitzel; Kevin (Donna) Weitzel; Wendy Lewandowski (fiancé Jay Neibauer); Eric (Carree) Weitzel; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Donald Harmon and sister-in-law Mariann, her brother Edward Harmon, her husband George Leach, her husband Elwood Weitzel, and numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, and a niece.
The family wishes to give a special thanks to the Mitchell Care Center staff for giving exceptional care to Doris during her stay.

01/06/2026

Concluding a life rich in family, friends, and countless blessings, Cheryl Jane Harms of Bridgeport, NE passed away on January 3, 2026 at the age of 77. She was an endlessly caring and giving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, teacher, volunteer, and friend, and she will be fondly remembered and missed by so many.
All are welcome to celebrate Cheryl’s story on the morning of Friday, January 9, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport. A gathering for viewing and fellowship will begin at 9:00 AM, with services led by Rev. Jonathan Berosek at 10:00 AM. Committal will be held at Oregon Trail Memorial Cemetery and followed by lunch in the church Fellowship Hall. Flowers are welcome and may be ordered through The Simple Co. in Bridgeport at 308.262.1621. Memorials honoring Cheryl may be made to her family and will be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Cheryl’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home in Bridgeport is entrusted with arrangements.
Cheryl was born in Alliance, NE on December 21, 1948, to William (Bill) and Beverly Benda of Hemingford. As a farm girl, she especially enjoyed raising and showing horses for 4-H. She then pursued and earned a bachelor’s in education at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. There, she fell in love with Edwin Harms of Ragan, NE, who was studying Soil and Water Conservation. After both graduated in 1971, they married in May of 1972 at Hemingford United Methodist Church and lived in Lincoln, Fremont, and then Columbus. Cheryl taught third-grade elementary school in Elgin and Columbus, while also enjoying flower-gardening, family gatherings, and moviegoing with Ed. She then flourished as a full-time parent once their son, Eric, was born in 1975.
The young family moved to rural Bridgeport in 1979, where Cheryl continued to enjoy her flowers, cooking and baking, serving as a church deacon, and substitute-teaching at various local schools. She and Ed founded and led a local 4-H Club for many years. 1986 brought the arrival of their daughter, Kayla, in whom Cheryl’s love of horses continued, also through 4-H.
Cheryl’s pride and joy was always in her family, and she delighted in every gathering and event, no matter how small or routine. Her memory lives on in her husband Edwin Harms; son Eric Harms and daughter-in-law Æmber Fish of Boulder, CO; daughter Kayla, son-in-law Justin, and grandchildren Mason, Peyton, and Kennedi Cox of Prague, NE; sister-in-law Gina Benda of Alliance, NE; sister Jody and brother-in-law Doug Osler of North Platte, NE; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends.

01/02/2026

Robert Muldoon Funeral Service

01/01/2026

Raymond Lee Shultz, 76, of rural Scottsbluff, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on December 30, 2025, with his family by his side. Funeral services will be 10:30am on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the Bayard Church of Christ with Pastor Jonathan Seng officiating. Interment will follow at the Bayard Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the Ray Shultz Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be made by viewing Ray’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.
Ray was born in Scottsbluff, NE to Clayton and Alvina Shultz on August 7, 1949. He was the youngest of 4 children to Clayton and Alvina. He attended school in Bayard, NE. After high school, he attended barber college in Oregon. After completing barber college, he was drafted into the United States Army and served 2 years. While in the army, he married Dana Huber in 1970, and to that union 4 children were born, Ryan Shultz, Jona Diamond, Cole Shultz and Derek Shultz.
During his life outside of work, he enjoyed volunteering his time to the local fire departments in various locations. His longest volunteer span was at the Mitchell Fire Department, where many of those years he served as secretary with the department. He also spent many years coaching his children's sports teams. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping.
His greatest joy in life was his eleven grandchildren and supporting their various activities. He was their number one fan and attended as many of his grandchildren's events as possible. It was super rare for him to miss anything they were involved in.
Survivors include his son, Ryan (Lisa) Shultz, and children, Holden, Kaden and Jaxson; daughter, Jona Diamond and children Alyssa and Carter; son, Cole Shultz and children Bella and Gunnar; son, Derek (Kortney) Shultz and children, LeAnna, Clayton, Blake, and Braxton. Brother Eugene (Patsy) Shultz and sister, Sharon (Larry) Fiscus and numerous nephews, nieces and cousins.
Proceeded in death by his parents, Clayton and Alvina Shultz and his sister, Betty (Charles) Maxwell.

12/24/2025

Angela “Angie” Jean Buskirk, 63, of McGrew, NE, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025, at the Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, CO. Her Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30am on Saturday, December 27, 2025, at the Bayard Church of Christ with Pastor Bill Ferrero officiating. It is respectfully requested that in lieu of any flowers, memorials in Angie’s honor be made in care of her family to be designated at a later time. Online condolences may be made by viewing Angie’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Family Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.
She was loved deeply by her family and friends and had a way of bringing people together wherever she went. She loved Razor and motorcycle riding and was always up for a road trip, especially if it ended with good company and sitting around the fire pit.
Bowling was one of her favorite things, and she was proud to be on one of the top five teams every year at the Bridgeport Bowling Alley. She was known as the best bartender, cook, and poker player at the Pink Palace, where plenty of laughs, stories, and memories were made.
She loved going to craft fairs with her friends, which usually turned into bar hopping and long, fun-filled nights. Trips to Deadwood were always a highlight for her. Whether she was riding, bowling, playing cards, or just hanging out, she lived life her way and made it better for everyone around her.
She will be remembered for her big heart, adventurous spirit, and the many good times she shared with those she loved.

12/12/2025

Robert Thomas Muldoon, age 99, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025. Visitation (9:30 am), Rosary (10:15 am), and Mass of Christian Burial (10:30 am), will all be held on Friday, January 2, 2026, at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Scottsbluff, NE. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Agnes School Education Fund, ℅ St. Agnes Catholic Church, Scottsbluff, NE. Online condolences may be made by viewing Robert’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Funeral Home in Scottsbluff is entrusted with arrangements.
Robert served in the United States Army during World War II and spent time in post war Germany processing civilians and surrendering German soldiers. After the war, Bob obtained his Pharmacy degree from Creighton University via the GI Bill. He was employed at, and later owned, Bluff’s Pharmacy for many, many years. He considered many of his customers his friends and family. He was a member of the local Kiwanis Club and the Knights of Columbus.
After retirement, Bob tinkered in ranching at the farm he grew up on. His patient friends and ranch buddies tried to remind him he was old enough to just supervise the adventure, but he usually wouldn’t hear of it and tried his best.
He was preceded in death by his wife Jeannette Muldoon; infant daughter, Maureen Ann; daughter-in-law Heather; parents Tom and Anna Muldoon of rural Chadron, NE; and brothers Sylvester of Hollidaysburg, PA and Pat Muldoon of Chadron NE.
Survived by children Tim and Heather (Phoenix), Terry (Denver), Kathleen (Omaha), Ann and Jeffrey Gardner (Hector, NY), Dan and Deborah (Omaha), Alan and Jan (Lincoln), Shawn (Houston); 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; sister Peg Swanson and husband Chuck True (Omaha); many nieces, nephews, and friends.

12/12/2025

Stanley Mathson Memorial Service

12/11/2025

Virginia Marie Coulter passed away peacefully on the evening of December 8 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. She was 90 years old. Her services will be held on Monday, December 15 with Reverend Jonathan Berosek officiating. Family and close friends are invited to her burial at Redington Cemetery at 10:00 AM and everyone is invited to her funeral at First Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport at 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Bridgeport, NE. Fond memories and condolences may be made by viewing Virginia’s memorial page at www.bridgmanfuneralhome.com. Bridgman Funeral Home is assisting the family with the services.
Virginia was born on August 30,1935 in North Platte, Nebraska to Carl and Lucille (Hard) Christensen. They lived in southern Garden County at the time. When Virginia was a young girl, she and her parents moved to a farm South of Bridgeport. As an only child, she spent much of her younger years with her grandparents who lived on the same property. She attended school in Bridgeport and graduated in 1952. Virginia married Calvin Coulter in 1951 and they lived in Lincoln, NE until Calvin graduated law school and they moved back to Western Nebraska.
Calvin and Virginia lived on the Coulter Ranch near Redington for 62 years. They raised six children on the ranch and created an inviting atmosphere for their grandchildren, great grandchildren, friends, and family to spend time together. Calvin and Virginia moved into Bridgeport in 2015, and Virigina remained there until moving to Heritage Estates in Gering in August 2025.
Virginia had many talents, and she was eager to share them with her family and friends. She shared her knowledge of sewing, cooking, and gardening. She was artistic and had a yearning to learn new things as she took different art and language classes after her children were grown. Virginia spent several years running a dress shop in Sidney, NE with her friend Helen Goltl.
Virginia was an avid gardener and kept a beautiful yard. She was known for her delicious meals and “famous” chocolate cake. Virginia loved to travel with Cal or friends and was a proud member of the Redington Valley Homemakers extension club. She was a long-time member of First Presbyterian Church in Bridgeport, serving as an elder, Sunday School teacher, Vacation Bible School helper and as a member on various committees. She quietly lived out her devotion to God each day as her faith served as an anchor in her life.
Virginia is survived by her daughters Sheryll Coulter of Webster Groves, MO and Susan Coulter of Scottsbluff, NE, and sons Kenneth (Peggy) Coulter of Rural Gering, NE and Lewis (Susan) Coulter of Bridgeport, NE; sister-in-law Madelyn Anderson of Broadwater, NE and brother-in-law Ben Younglove of Lafayette, CO; grandchildren David (Sydney) Lienemann of Albuquerque, NM, Laura (Chris) Ochoa of Downers Grove, IL., Scott Biery of Scottsbluff, NE, Stephanie (Mike) McConnell of North Platte, NE, Jodi Smith (Kevin Hansen) of Cheyenne, WY, Danielle (Ryan) Buffington of Omaha, NE, Costa Lapaseotes of Bridgeport, NE, Nicole (Jacob) Dean of Bridgeport, NE, Cassie Lapaseotes of Bridgeport, NE, Ryan Blue of Cheyenne, WY and Rachael Blue of Bridgeport, NE; 12 great-grandchildren; and 5 great great-grandchildren.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents Carl and Lucille Christensen and stepfather Leo Dean, in-laws Bern and Esther Coulter, husband Calvin Coulter, daughters Robin Coulter Lapaseotes and Kris Coulter, great-grandson Greysen Dean, brother-in-law Harold Anderson and sister-in-law Nancy Myers.

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