Gary L. Bolek was born on May 21, 1948 in Rushville, Nebraska to Joe and Edna Bolek. He was the baby at number 11. He died May 26, 2023 at his feedlot doing what he loved.

Gary grew up in the Sandhills of Nebraska. He graduated from Rushville High School in 1966. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and was inducted September 20, 1966. After serving 2 years including a one year tour of duty in Vietnam he was honorably discharged in September 1968. While in Vietnam he earned the National Defense

Kathleen Patricia Curry went home to Heaven on May 13, 2023 at Monument Care Center in Scottsbluff, Neb. 

Katie was born May 12, 1964 to Robert F. Curry and Jean (McGinley) Curry in Chadron, Nebraska. At the age of 5 she moved with her parents to Eugene, Oregon where she attended school and special needs services until she was 20. The family moved back to Nebraska, and after a time in Gordon, Katie moved to Scottsbluff to live in a group home.

She enjoyed many activities such as camping

Earl Simmons was born March 3, 1938, on the family farm in rural Bennett County. He passed from this world December 31, 2022, at the age of 84. He had a wonderful and generous heart and remained humble throughout his days. He showed his strength through his quiet presence. He will always be loved and will be missed greatly by his family and friends. He will always remain in our hearts. 

The family would like to take this time to thank everyone who loved and cared for our Dad. Your

Larry Lynn Fochtman age 73 of Marquette, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday, May 3rd, in Dorchester, Nebraska.

Larry was born on February 26th, 1950, in Callaway, Nebraska to Wilfred L. and Barbara F. (Brabham) Fochtman.

Larry was a cowboy most of his life and was well known for those skills. He was also a truck driver before retiring in 2015. His love of horses led him to join the Spring Creek Saddle Club in Aurora, Neb. where he enjoyed many years of trail riding with friends. Other hobbies

A celebration of life for Merle Weihe of Gordon will be held May 25, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. MT at the American Legion in Gordon. Lunch will follow.

Merle Wayne Weihe, 64, of Gordon, Nebraska passed away peacefully at his home on November 28, 2022. 

Merle was born November 23, 1958, in Valentine, Nebraska to Rudolph and Alice (Hoffman) Weihe. Merle grew up in Kilgore and attended Cody-Kilgore schools, graduating with the class of 1977. He joined the Navy, and after boot camp in Great Lakes

It is with great sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved son, Brayton Ray Hathorn.

Brayton was 16 years old and was a sophomore at Gordon-Rushville High School. He was a member of the football team, wrestling team and the Jr. Niobrara Sportsman Club. Brayton brought so much love and joy into our lives and to those teammates who were around him.

For those who knew Brayton well, knew of the light in his eyes and the quirky grin on his face. Brayton loved a good

Pat Shald, age 80, died on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Select Specialty Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. Pat was born May 18, 1942 to Ferd and Gladys Shald in Gordon, Nebraska. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 2:00 PM in the Gordon City Auditorium in Gordon, Nebraska.

Pat had a consummate curiosity about everything, and he loved reading and studying about the world. He always loved a good story and lively “discussions”. He was very proud of all his ancestors

Rick Burleigh, 60, of Gordon, Nebraska, died suddenly on April 24, 2023, at Rapid City, SD. He was born November 19, 1962, in Gordon, NE, to Jerry and Barbara Burleigh.

Rick graduated from Gordon High School, then went on to get an Associate of AG degree and a Bachelor of Science in AG Economics degree from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. Rick married Joanie Hull on September 1, 1984, Gordon, NE. They lived for a short time in Gordon, before moving to Lincoln. In 1997 they moved back to