Obituary Listing

Mar 21, 2026

Robert Dale “Bob” Gifford, 65, of Paxton, Nebraska, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 21, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Bob was born December 17, 1960, in Sutherland, Nebraska, to Eben and Margaret Gifford. He was a lifelong resident of Paxton where he raised his two children, Amanda and Jeremy. Bob was a...

Mar 20, 2026

Darlene Jane Lyman was born on June 21, 1937, to George and Fern Booth in North Platte, Nebraska. She passed away on March 20, 2026.

Darlene graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in journalism with a minor in business administration from Colorado Women’s College in Denver. She was a member of the Beta Phi Gamma Honorary Journalism Society and...

Mar 19, 2026

Rosa Irene Courier, a beloved figure whose life was marked by resilience, humor, and an indomitable zest for living, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2026, at The Maples at Centennial nursing home in North Platte, her lifelong home and the city of her birth on February 9, 1935.

Rosa's journey began under tender circumstances, having been adopted by her aunt,...

Mar 18, 2026

Paul Gene Adkinson, 91, of North Platte, NE departed this life for Heaven on March 18, 2026. Paul “Gene” was born in Imperial on October 15, 1934 to Francis and Winnie (Nicholson) Adkinson. He married the love of his life, Beverley Gibson on August 14, 1955. Paul and Beverley both attended the University of Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis,...

Mar 17, 2026

Billy Joe Vogel, born November 24, 1944, passed away on March 17, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, and deep love for his family.

Billy was raised on a farm near Arnold, Nebraska, by his loving parents, Fred and Nova Vogel. Growing up in rural Nebraska instilled in him the strong work ethic and values that would guide...

Mar 14, 2026

Kent Fischer Kittle was born April 26, 1945, in Maxwell, Nebraska, to Ruby J. and Glenn C. Kittle, the youngest of three boys. Known for his kindness, generosity, sense of humor, and extraordinary musical talent, Kent passed away on March 14, 2026.

Music was central to Kent’s life from an early age. Taught first by his mother, he quickly developed a...

Mar 12, 2026

Lynn Edwin Riley passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026 at Great Plains Hospital in North Platte, Nebraska. Lynn was born September 12, 1940 at home in Trenton, Nebraska to William Edwin Riley and Grace Harriet Davis Riley.

He graduated from Trenton High School in 1958 and attended the University of Nebraska. Lynn started farming in 1959 with his grandfather, Ned...

Mar 6, 2026

Nilser Ninette Smith passed away at Great Plains Hospital on March 6, 2026. She was 86 years old.  Nilser was born on March 16, 1939, in Puerto Rico and grew up in New York City. She met Dennis Smith, her husband of 43 years, while living in California. In 1973 they moved to North Platte, Nebraska, where they raised their...

Mar 6, 2026

Sandra L. Morrison, 82, of North Platte, passed away on March 6, 2026, at Linden Court.

Sandra was born on May 3, 1943, to Vernon and Elizabeth Jameson. She was one of six siblings and grew up in the Sandhills, graduating from Tryon High School in 1960. She later attended business school in Denver, where she married and had her first...

Mar 3, 2026

Daniel James Nisley, age 42, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Great Plains Health.

Daniel was born on May 14, 1983 and adopted by James and Shirley (Weskamp) Nisley of North Platte, NE. Daniel graduated from North Platte High School then went on to receive his associates as an electrician from Mid-Plains Community College. He worked...

Mar 1, 2026

George William “Bill” Smith, 91, passed away at Great Plains Health on March 1, 2026.

Bill was born November 15, 1934 to Joe W. and Myrtle (Eddins) Smith. He was raised in North Platte, graduating from North Platte Senior High in 1952. Bill married Twila Wilson on February 14, 1954. They farmed in the Platte Valley community for 54 years. Twila...

Feb 25, 2026

Daniel “Danny” D. Griffiths, age 69, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Great Plains Health.

Danny was born August 24, 1956, in North Platte at St. Mary’s Hospital to Robert L. and Betty L. (Smith) Griffiths. From a young age, Danny’s mom brought him up in the way of the Lord, and he accepted Jesus into...

Feb 23, 2026

LeRoy R. Gellerman, age 81, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026, at Perkins County Health Services in Grant, NE surrounded by his family.

LeRoy was born February 19, 1945, in Holdrege, Nebraska, to Rudolph “Rudy” and Laura (Bartels) Gellerman.

He grew up in the country, on the family farm until his family moved to Axtell, Nebraska in 1957....

Feb 21, 2026

Ronald R. Johnson, 79 of North Platte, passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 21, 2026.

Ron was born January 1, 1947 to Ray and Ella Johnson, thus making him the first baby born of the New Year.

He grew up in North Platte attending Roosevelt Elementary and North Platte High School, graduating in 1965. Ron met and married Carol and...

Feb 18, 2026

Sandra “Sandi” B. Whitson, age 78, of North Platte, NE, passed away Wednesday, February 18,

2026, at Great Plains Health.

Sandra was born October 12, 1947, to Glenn (Hoot) and Wilma McConnell in Auburn, NE.

Sandi grew up in Auburn with her four siblings, graduating from Auburn High School in 1965.

She then worked for the Lincoln Telephone Co. before moving to North Platte...

Feb 15, 2026

Michael Joseph Langer, age 79, of North Platte, Nebraska, passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Imperial Manor Parkview Heights in Imperial, Nebraska.

Michael was born July 15, 1946, in Coral Gables, Florida, to William and Mary Helen (Murray) Langer.

As he grew into a young man, Michael felt a calling to join the United States Coast Guard. He enlisted in 1963...

Feb 14, 2026

Lionel Lawrence Prokop, 76, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 20, 1949, in Stratton, Nebraska to Cyprian and Antoinette (Horinek) Prokop.

Lionel was raised on a farm north of Colby, Kansas. He graduated from Colby High School in 1968 and later earned his...

Feb 13, 2026

Robert Charles "RC/Bob" Wilson, of North Platte, Nebraska, and Brownsville, Texas, was born January 27, 1940, and unexpectedly left this World on February 13, 2026.

Bob was born in North Platte to Clyde and LuLu (Haney) Wilson of Ringgold, NE. He attended high school in Tryon (class of 1958). Shortly after graduation he joined the U.S. Army...

Feb 9, 2026

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, Ronna Lee Ellis, who left this world February 9th, at the age of 49, in North Platte, Nebraska. Ronna was born November 30th, 1976, to Ron Ellis and Cynthia Hastings.

She graduated high school from North Platte High School...

Feb 9, 2026

William (Bill) Richard Driefholt, passed away at Great Plains Health on February 9, 2026.  William was born on June 24, 1955 in Ogallala, Nebraska, to Charles Owen and Velma Jean (Marshall) Driefholt.

He is survived by his sister, Jackie (Carol) Miller, three daughters, 4 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren.

Bill was preceded in death by...