Obituaries

Stephen Paul Shipman

Stephen Paul Shipman

Sep 5, 2025

Hastings resident Stephen Paul Shipman, 41, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, September 5, 2025, at 7:24 a.m. He passed peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving wife, Ariannah, and their two daughters, Braelyn and Adaliegh, as he was ushered into eternity by the heavenly hosts.

A Celebration of Life service will be held...

John "Buck" O'Brien

John "Buck" O'Brien

Aug 31, 2025

John “Buck” O’Brien, a resident of Hastings, NE, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025. Buck will be fondly remembered for his good heart, quick wit, and the easygoing charm that brought joy to everyone around him.Born on August 11, 1943, in Columbus, NE, to Elizabeth and Dr. Paul O’Brien. Buck spent his childhood in Orleans. There, he created wonderful...

Gaylen Ray Kloepper

Gaylen Ray Kloepper

Aug 30, 2025

Hastings resident Gaylen Ray Kloepper, 70, passed away Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE.Memorial Services will be at 2 p.m. Friday, September 5, at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Hastings with Pastor Paul Ozbun officiating. There will be no visitation or burial. Memorials may be given to the family for a memorial to...

Julie Beth Spilinek

Julie Beth Spilinek

Aug 27, 2025

Hastings resident Julie Beth Spilinek, 66, passed away Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE.Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 5, at First United Methodist Church in Hastings with Rev. Lance Clay officiating. Julie requested that everyone attending the service wear casual or Husker attire. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. Visitation will...

Adrian Washington

Adrian Washington

Aug 26, 2025

Hastings resident Adrian Isaiah Washington, 25, passed away Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Aurora Memorial Hospital, Aurora, NE due to a vehicle accident.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 2, at Evangelical Free Church in Hastings with Pastor Matt Sass officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. Attendees are welcome to wear Husker gear and casual attire...

Mildred Eileen "Millie" Fuglemsmo

Mildred Eileen "Millie" Fuglemsmo

Aug 23, 2025

Hastings resident Mildred Eileen “Millie” Fuglemsmo, 86, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2025, at CHI Health St. Francis, Grand Island, NE. Millie was born February 12, 1939, at Burchard, NE to Frank and Frances Janko. She grew up in Pawnee County and attended several rural schools before graduating from Table Rock High in 1957. Millie graduated from the Lincoln School of...

Bonita S. "Bonnie" Pittz

Bonita S. "Bonnie" Pittz

Aug 20, 2025

Roseland resident Bonita S. “Bonnie” Pittz, 73, passed away Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Lakeview, Grand Island, NE.Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, August 24 and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 25, at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Assumption with Father Brian Wirth officiating. Burial...

John C. Marfisi

John C. Marfisi

Aug 19, 2025

Hastings resident John C. Marfisi, 86, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at The Kensington, Hastings, NE.Private memorial services will be at Butler Volland Chapel in Hastings with Father Prageeth Chamara officiating. Private family burial with military rites by Hastings Military Honor Guard will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. There will be no viewing or visitation. Memorials may be...

La Rinda M. (Peterson) Chase

La Rinda M. (Peterson) Chase

Aug 14, 2025

Hastings resident La Rinda M. (Peterson) Chase, 62, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE.Rosary will be at 10 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 25, at St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Craig Clinch officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in Hastings. There will...

Bernal L. "Bernie" Bonifas

Bernal L. "Bernie" Bonifas

Aug 13, 2025

Roseland resident Bernal L. “Bernie” Bonifas, 70, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, after a battle with Parkinson’s for over 15 years.Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Sunday, August 17, and Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 18, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Roseland with Father Brian Wirth officiating. Burial...

Lyle L. Judy

Lyle L. Judy

Aug 12, 2025

Glenvil resident Lyle L. Judy, 73, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Brookestone Gardens, Kearney, NE.Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 16, at Butler Volland Chapel in Hastings with Pastor Kathy Uldrich officiating. Burial will be at Juniata Cemetery in Juniata. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the at the funeral home. Memorials may...

Larry Gianakos

Larry Gianakos

Aug 11, 2025

Hastings resident Larry “Coach” Gianakos, 86, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, in Hastings, NE, surrounded by his loving family. Private graveside services will be held at a later date. There will be no viewing or visitation. Memorials may be made to the Yellowstone Forever charitable foundation. Larry was born on April 29, 1939, in Alliance, NE, to Everett and Marguerite...

Randall Scott "Randy" Kehn

Randall Scott "Randy" Kehn

Aug 10, 2025

Hastings resident Randall Scott “Randy” Kehn, 66, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Bryan Medical Center East, Lincoln, NE.There will be no services at this time. Memorials may be given to Start Over Rover. Randy was born on March 30, 1959, in Hastings, NE, to Jack D. and June L. (Jenkins) Kehn. Randy followed in his father's footsteps and built...

Mary Louise Kathman

Mary Louise Kathman

Aug 10, 2025

Hastings resident Mary Louise Kathman, 97, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE.Rosary will be at 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 13, at Butler Volland Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, August 14, St. Cecilia Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Craig Clinch officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery in...

Raelene V. Horton

Raelene V. Horton

Aug 9, 2025

Hastings resident Raelene Val Horton, passed away Saturday August 9, 2025, at Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital with her family by her side. Honoring Raelene’s wishes, there will be no services. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Start Over Rover, both non-profits very near to Raelene and her family. Raelene was born February 12, 1946, in Hastings, NE,...

Gary Lee Prevette

Gary Lee Prevette

Aug 7, 2025

Hastings resident Gary Lee Prevette, 82, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2025, at Bryan Medical Center East, Lincoln, NE.Rosary will be at 10 a.m. and Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 13, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Hastings with Father Jeremy Hazuka and Father Greg Pawloski officiating. Burial will be at Parkview Cemetery. A...

Gerald David Hemberger

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

Marvin W. "Cork" Shaw

Aug 2, 2025

Marvin Wilfred “Cork” Shaw was born December 1, 1931, to Charles and Nora (Peterson) Shaw, on the family farm 6 miles southwest of Roseland, NE. He died at The Pines in Blue Hill, NE of natural causes on August 2, 2025, at the age of 93 with family at his side.Private family graveside service will be held at a later...

Davond Dennis Chartier

Davond Dennis Chartier

Aug 1, 2025

Hastings resident Davond Dennis Chartier, 90, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, at Mary Lanning Healthcare, Hastings, NE. There will be no viewing or visitation. Davond was born October 29, 1934, in Webster County, NE, to Victor Chartier and Martha (Schenk) Chartier. Davond graduated from trade school and was a Journeyman Carpenter. He served in the U.S. Army from February 20, 1957...

Remy Robert Hansen

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...