Obituaries
Connie Kathleen Alexander
Apr 19, 2026
Connie Kathleen Alexander, age 69 of Beatrice, passed away Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Mosaic Aspen House in Beatrice.
Survivors include her siblings Gary (Alice) Alexander of Auburn, Nancy Stokes of Falls City, Glenn (Angelia) Alexander of Humboldt, Landon (Jan) Alexander of Shubert; brother-in-law Jerome (Roseanne) Macklin of Redfield, IA; many nieces and nephews; and her Mosaic family.
A memorial service will...
Stephen Louis Phillips
Apr 11, 2026
Stephen Louis Phillips, age seventy-eight, passed away April 11, 2026, at his home. He was the oldest son born to Ludwig and Mary (Staskiewicz) Phillips on February 5, 1948, in Lincoln, Nebraska, and grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. Steve developed a passion for agriculture through FFA and his enjoyment of the outdoors through Boy Scouts. He graduated from Omaha South...
John W. Birdsley
Nov 27, 2025
John W. Birdsley, 83, of Wilber (formerly of Auburn), passed away on November 27, 2025, at the Wilber Care Center. Born on October 7, 1942, in Auburn to John Quincy and Jean (Bennett) Birdsley, John was a lifelong Nebraskan with deep roots in his community.
A 1961 graduate of Auburn High School, John went on to attend barber college in Lincoln....
Kay M. Boellstorff
Apr 19, 2026
Kay M. Boellstorff, age 84 of Lincoln, Nebraska (formerly of Johnson, Nebraska), passed away at Sumner Place in Lincoln on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
She is survived by her children and their spouses Brenda and Alex Taylor, Brian and Eve Boellstorff, Beth and Dave Mueller, Beverly and Holly Hansen, and Blaine and April Boellstorff; grandchildren Bonnie Wachtel, Matt Mueller, Karissa Campbell,...
Becky Whisler
Apr 9, 2026
Becky Sue (Kleckinger) Whisler, age 70, of Auburn, Nebraska passed away April 9, 2026, at CHI Heart Institute in Lincoln, Nebraska. Becky was born on February 26, 1956, in Auburn, Nebraska.
Becky grew up in Southeast Nebraska living most of her life in the Peru and Auburn areas. She attended Auburn High School, graduating in 1974.
Those who knew Becky knew that...
Hezekiah M. Hamar
Apr 5, 2026
Our precious son, Hezekiah Matthew Hamar (“Hezi”), passed away unexpectedly after spending six beautiful months bravely fighting in the NICU at Children’s Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska. In his short time with us, Hezekiah touched countless hearts with his strength, his gentle spirit, and the deep love he inspired in everyone who met him.
Born on September 22, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska,...
Alicia Ann (Teten) Blex
Apr 4, 2026
Alicia Ann (Teten) Blex, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, entrepreneur, and cherished member of the Auburn and Nebraska City communities, passed away on April 4, 2026, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Born on June 17, 1963, in Nebraska City, Nebraska, Alicia lived a vibrant and full life marked by adventure, kindness, and an unwavering...
Margaret "Susan" Oliver
Apr 1, 2026
Margaret "Susan" Oliver, a cherished member of her community and devoted family woman, passed away peacefully at her home in Auburn on April 1, 2026. Born on December 30, 1946, in St. Louis, Missouri, Susan lived a life marked by simplicity, kindness, and unwavering faith.
Susan grew up attending Catholic school in St. Louis, where she completed her high school education...
Linda M. Warren
Mar 31, 2026
Linda Maxine (Atkinson) Warren was born February 27, 1945 in Kearney, NE to James Murray Atkinson and Doris (Timmerman) Atkinson Wood. She was raised in Overton, NE where she was valedictorian, homecoming queen, and involved in cheerleading, chorus, volleyball, drum major, and class president graduating high school in1963. She earned a Bachelor of Arts majoring in History and English Kearney...
John R. Severs, Sr.
Mar 19, 2026
John R. Severs, Sr., a respected community member and dedicated family man, passed away on March 19, 2026, at Good Samaritan Society in Auburn, Nebraska. Born on March 1, 1940, in Peru, Nebraska, John was the son of Gerald and Fern (Morris) Severs.
John's early education began in Peru, and he proudly graduated from Nemaha High School in 1958. Following his...
Jack R. McConnaughey
Mar 16, 2026
Jack Ray McConnaughey, one of five children of Clarence and June (Weddle) McConnaughey, was born April 17, 1943, in Peru, Nebraska. He received his formal education through high school in Peru.
Jack married Linda Ann Beetem in 1963, and their union was blessed with three sons: Mark, David, and Brian. The couple later divorced. On July 2, 1999, Jack was united...
Larry Harmon
Mar 10, 2026
Larry Dale Harmon, 86, of Dawson, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Nemaha County Hospital in Auburn, one day short of his 87th birthday.
Larry was born on March 11, 1939, in the Nim City area, to William “Bill” Harmon and Pearl Elizabeth Harmon. He was baptized at Prairie Union Baptist Church. Though he was born and remained deeply rooted...
Anna M. Van Der Kamp
Feb 17, 2026
Anna M. Van Der Kamp, aged 75, of Auburn, Nebraska, passed away on February 17, 2026, at her home. Born on July 11, 1950, in Chomutov, Czechoslovakia, Anna’s life began amid the backdrop of a tumultuous era. At the age of 18, in 1968, her father sent her to Germany to escape the war, leading to her eventual relocation to...
Tammy Lynn (Leslie) Moody
Feb 14, 2026
Tammy Lynn (Leslie) Moody, a beloved member of the Auburn community, was born on February 8, 1963, in Auburn, Nebraska. She passed away on February 14, 2026, at her home, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and commitment to family and community.
Tammy dedicated 31 years of her life working at Good Samaritan Society in Auburn before her retirement. Her...
Pat Lunzmann
Feb 4, 2026
Patricia Ann (Wheeler) Lunzmann, age 91 of Auburn, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the Good Samaritan Society in Auburn. She was born on December 30, 1934, at Howe, Nebraska and was baptized at the Howe Evangelical Church.
Pat graduated from Auburn High School in 1952 and then moved to Omaha where she began her career as a secretary....
Naomi Y. "Jinx Dettman
Jan 31, 2026
Naomi Y. "Jinx" Dettman, a beloved pillar of her community, passed away on January 31, 2026, at Falls City Nursing and Rehabilitation. Born on August 3, 1936, in Verdon, Nebraska, Jinx's life was one characterized by an unwavering passion for education, service, and the joys of connection with others.
She embarked on her noble career in teaching from 1974 to 1981,...
Adam Lee Brion
Jan 30, 2026
Adam Lee Brion, born on May 3, 2006, in Nebraska City, Nebraska, passed away at his home on January 30, 2026. He was a vibrant spirit whose caring nature and big heart touched the lives of many. Adam's personality was marked by respect for others and a loyalty that resonated with his friends and family. He was immensely proud of...
James R. Smith, Jr.
Jan 24, 2026
James R. Smith Jr., one of seven children of Randel and Jane Smith was born on March 3, 1966 in Omaha, NE. He graduated from Fremont Mills High School, Tabor, IA in 1984. While he was in high school he worked as an apprentice deckhand for the family business on the Belle of Brownville and Spirit of Brownville where he...
Mike "Doc" Speece
Jan 15, 2026
Mike "Doc" Speece, born on February 12, 1947, in York, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, at the Bryan Medical Center West Campus in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was a beloved figure in his community, leaving an indelible mark through both his professional and personal endeavors.
After completing his education at Auburn High School in 1965, Doc went on to...
Dennis Rippe
Jan 12, 2026
Dennis Rippe passed away peacefully on January 12, 2026, at Tiffany Springs Rehab and Health Care Center, under the care of Monarch Hospice. He was surrounded by loved ones in his final days.
Dennis was born to Maynard and Eva Mae Rippe on February 14,1954, in Lincoln, NE. His early days were spent growing up on the farm outside Lincoln, moving...
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