Obituaries
Gerald David Hemberger
Aug 3, 2025
Lifetime Juniata resident Gerald David “Gerry” Hemberger, 75, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025, at his home with family by his side.Rosary will be at 10:30 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 7, at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Assumption with Father Ryan Salisbury officiating. Burial with military rites...
Marvin W. "Cork" Shaw
Aug 2, 2025
Former Roseland resident Marvin W. “Cork” Shaw, 93, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at The Pines of Blue Hill, NE.
Private family graveside service will be at a later date. Burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Roseland
Remy Robert Hansen
Jul 28, 2025
With profound sadness, we share the passing of our perfect son, Remy Robert Hansen, who left this world far too soon.
Private family services will be held to celebrate the perfect life of Remy at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Craig Clinch officiating. There will be no public viewing or visitation. Memorials may be given to the family...
Robert "Bob" Anthony Hoffman
Jul 28, 2025
Hastings resident Robert “Bob” Anthony Hoffman, 75, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE.Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Friday, August 1, at Butler Volland Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 2, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Craig Clinch officiating. Burial with military rites by...
Stephen Ray "Steve" Kissinger
Jul 25, 2025
Glenvil resident Stephen Ray “Steve” Kissinger, 79, passed away Friday, July 25, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE.Memorial Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 1, at First St. Paul’s Lutheran Church-Celebration Center in Hastings with Pastor Joel Remmers officiating. Burial will be held at a later date at Glenvil Cemetery in Glenvil. Visitation will be 1-7 p.m....
Glenda Jean Karr Gleckner
Jul 24, 2025
Glenda Jean Karr Gleckner of Chapel Hill, NC, died peacefully at her home on Thursday, July 24, 2025. She was 99 years old. Glenda was born March 21, 1926, in Aurora, NE, to Glenn Wesley Karr and Freda Frances Klimper Karr. She was the fourth of four children, with two sisters, Adelaine and Nadyne, and a brother, Frank. Glenda grew up...
David Leo Fisher
Jul 22, 2025
Holstein resident David Leo Fisher, age 80, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family, following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. A celebration of David’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 26, at Butler Volland Chapel in Hastings, with Chaplain John Mueller officiating. Burial will follow...
Gretchen Elizabeth Freeman
Jul 19, 2025
Gretchen Elizabeth Freeman, Minden resident, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the age of 55, with her devoted husband by her side. Though she had only recently begun the treatment stage for her cancer, unexpected complications brought her to Omaha’s Bergan Mercy Hospital, where she ultimately gained her angel wings.Gretchen was born on October 15, 1969, in Eureka...
Thomas A. Ackles
Jul 16, 2025
Hastings resident Thomas A. “Gus” Ackles, 78, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family and friends.Celebration of Life will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 26, at Grace United Methodist Church in Hastings with Rev. Benjamin Hanne officiating. A private family burial with military rites by Hastings Military Honor Guard will be held at Parkview...
Sandra Faye Kohtz
Jul 14, 2025
Hastings resident Sandra Faye Kohtz, 73, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at her home.Sandra was born on December 22, 1951, in York, NE, to Harold and Eleanor (Junge) Kohtz. She graduated from Hastings High School in 1970 and went on to earn her master’s degree from the University of Nebraska-Omaha. She dedicated much of her career to serving others...
Logan Peter McGregor
Jul 13, 2025
With hearts broken but filled with gratitude for the time we had, we announce the passing of our beloved child, Logan Peter McGregor, who left this world far too soon on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 1.Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 18, at New Hope Baptist Church in Hastings with Pastor Eddie Goff officiating....
Violet V. Nordby
Jul 12, 2025
Violet V. (Rolls) Nordby, age 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 12, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare in Hastings, Nebraska, after a short and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Evangelical Free Church in Hastings, with Pastor Scott DeWitt officiating. Visitation will...
Sharon K. "Kay" Fisher
Jul 10, 2025
Hastings resident Sharon K. “Kay” Fisher, 82, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Sutton Community Home, Sutton, NE.Rosary will be 10 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 19, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Greg Pawloski and Deacon John Willmes officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings....

Rita Lee Lacey
Jul 10, 2025
Juniata resident Rita Lee Lacey, 73, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025, at her home.Private Graveside Services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the family. Rita was born on May 2, 1952, in Superior, NE, to Dwane and Norma L. (Purcell) Imler.She graduated from Lawrence High School and later married the love of her life,...
Ardyce M. Zubrod
Jul 10, 2025
Lincoln resident Ardyce M. Zubrod, 67, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Bryan Medical Center West, Lincoln, NE.Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 15 and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 16, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Roseland with Father Nathan Hall officiating. Burial will be at Assumption Cemetery in Assumption....
Alvin Joseph "Al" Beiriger
Jul 9, 2025
Alvin Joseph “Al” Beiriger of Hastings, NE passed away at Mary Lanning Hospital on July 9, 2025. He was 89 years old. Rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13, at Butler Volland Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 14, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Jeremy Hazuka officiating. Burial with...
Maxine M. Watson
Jul 6, 2025
Hastings resident Maxine M. Watson, 78, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE. Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, July 11, at Butler Volland Chapel in Hastings with Chaplain John Mueller officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. with the family present Thursday, July 10, at the funeral...
Linda Dianne Rose Swayze
Jul 5, 2025
Hastings resident Linda Dianne Rose Swayze, 76, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, at The Kensington, Hastings, NE.Memorial Services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 10, at First St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Hastings with Pastor Chad Power officiating. Burial will be at Blue Hill Cemetery in Blue Hill. Book signing will be 1-4 p.m. Wednesday, July 9, at...
Larry Burnell Phillips
Jul 5, 2025
Hastings resident Larry Burnell Phillips, 89, passed away peacefully Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE.Visitation will be 1-7 p.m. with the family present 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 8, at the funeral home, and one hour before the service at the church. Rosary will be Tuesday, July 8, at 7 p.m. at Butler Volland Chapel. Mass of...
Carol Rae (Thornton) Coffey
Jul 3, 2025
Hastings resident Carol Rae (Thornton) Coffey, 80, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 3, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE, surrounded by her beloved family.A Celebration of Life will be at 12 p.m. (Noon) Monday, August 4, at Lochland Country Club in Hastings. There will be a private family burial at Sunset Memorial Gardens. There will be no viewing or...