Obituaries

Julie Ann Murphy

Julie Ann Murphy

Feb 3, 2025

Julie Ann Murphy, age 56 of Auburn, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at Nemaha County Hospital in Auburn.

 Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law Aleasha and Jason Beckman of Auburn, Tosha Boomgaarn and Brandon McVay of Auburn; grandchildren Michael Beckman, Corbin and Colton Boomgarn; nephew Nathyn Murphy; other relatives and friends. 

 Julie’s wishes were to be cremated, no services are planned. 

Nancy (Wilberger) Humphrey

Nancy (Wilberger) Humphrey

Feb 1, 2025

 Nancy C. (Wilberger) Humphrey passed on to eternal life on February 1, 2025, at Beatrice Community Hospital in Beatrice, Nebraska. She was born in Nebraska City, Nebraska on March 29, 1946. Nancy attended school in Brock, Nebraska where she was active in the music programs and sports. She married Larry Humphrey on October 3, 1964. Three children were born to...

Bonnie (Ensor) Jordan

Bonnie (Ensor) Jordan

Jan 31, 2025

Bonnie (Ensor) Jordan, age 80 of Johnson, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society-Auburn.

 

Survivors include her husband David Jordan, Sr.; son David L. Jordan, Jr. (Alisa); daughters Christina Koperski (Steven) and Annette Ann Jordan; grandchildren Shelby Popwell, Luke Jordan, William Koperski, and Sean Koperski; great-grandchildren Daniel, Kayden, and Elliana Jordan; siblings Melvin, Dennis, Albert, Carl, Raymond, Donald,...

Daryl Long

Daryl Long

Jan 22, 2025

Daryl Clyde Long was born on August 19, 1939, the eldest of four children born to Clyde and Dorothy Long. He was raised on a farm north of Nora Springs, Iowa - less than a mile from where his future wife, Peggy Pribbenow, grew up. After graduating from Mason City High School in 1957, he attended North Iowa Area Community...

Melissa (Sierks) Fisher

Melissa (Sierks) Fisher

Jan 17, 2025

 Melissa Ann Sierks, one of 6 children of John Claus and Dorothy Elizabeth (Shiveley) Sierks, was born May 6, 1971, in Auburn, Nebraska. She was baptized and confirmed in the Brownville Methodist Church. Melissa attended Locust Grove School through the 8th grade, graduated from Auburn High School, and earned her Bachelor of Science degree in accounting and finance from Northwest...

Charles Ray Fike

Charles Ray Fike

Jan 17, 2025

Charles R. Fike of Auburn (formerly Peru), passed away at the Good Samaritan Society-Auburn on Friday, January 17, 2025, just 8 days after his 95th birthday.

He is preceded in death by his parents Otto and Sarah (Aeschelman) Fike; sister Dorothy (Floyd) Cox; brother Bob(Dorothy) Fike; and sister-in-law Ruby (Bob) McAdams.

Survivors include his wife Patsy of Auburn; brother and sister-in-law Bill...

Donna Joyce (Michel) Schwenck

Donna Joyce (Michel) Schwenck

Jan 11, 2025

 Donna Joyce (Michel) Schwenck, daughter of Clarence Michel and Ruby (Vickers) Eads, was born September 27, 1943, in Auburn, Nebraska. Donna grew up in southeast Nebraska and graduated from Johnson High School in 1961.

 In May of 1982, Donna was united in marriage to Richard Schwenck. The couple made their home in Omaha, Nebraska before retiring and moving to Casa Grande,...

Nancy Lu Clarke

Nancy Lu Clarke

Jan 11, 2025



  Nancy Lu Clarke, one of six children of Dale and Nettie (Anderson) Epler, was born October 11, 1948, in Auburn, Nebraska. Nancy grew up and attended school in Julian, Nebraska. She graduated from Brock High School with the class of 1967.

 On February 4, 1967, Nancy was united in marriage to Roger Clarke at the Brock Christian Church. The couple...

John J. Suppes III

John J. Suppes III

Jan 10, 2025

John Jacob Suppes III, age 65 of Nemaha, passed away Friday, January 10, 2025, in Auburn, Nebraska.

He is survived by his children Heather Finn of Denver, CO, Felicia (Jared) Ford of Chetek, WI, Sammie (Eric) Neumeister of Auburn, Gabrielle Suppes of Nebraska City, and Johnathan Suppes of Colorado Springs, CO; 15 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; sister Mary Suppes of Olathe, CO; other...

Wilma June Koeneke

Wilma June Koeneke

Jan 6, 2025

 Wilma June Koeneke, one of three daughters of William and Fannie (Deubelbeiss) Imhof, was born June 23, 1932, at Falls City, Nebraska. Wilma grew up attending school in Falls City. 

 On April 8, 1951, Wilma was united in marriage to Donald L. Koeneke. The couple would be blessed with one son, Timothy. Wilma and Don made their first home in the...

Marilyn Kay McMann

Marilyn Kay McMann

Jan 4, 2025

Marilyn Kay McMann, age 81 of Sidney, IA, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Ambassador Health of Sidney.

 

Survivors include her brother and sister-in-law Robert and Linda Jo McMann of Turon, KS; aunts Panzy Adams, Lula Mae Ruby both of Auburn; uncle Floyd Reeves of Auburn; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

 

A funeral service will be Friday, January...

Troy Anthony Williams, Sr.

Troy Anthony Williams, Sr.

Dec 26, 2024

 Troy Anthony Williams, Sr., the eldest of eight siblings, was born on August 2, 1969 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

 He transitioned from this life, on December 26, 2024, after a lengthy illness. He was 55 years old. 

 After graduating from high school in 1988, Troy married Andrea Weaver in 1989. They were married for nearly thirty-five years and shared seven children. 

 In the...

Gary R. Maddox

Gary R. Maddox

Dec 10, 2024

Gary Richard Maddox was born October 8, 1948, in Auburn, Nebraska to Floyd and Mildred (Colerick) Maddox. He was the fifth of eleven children. He grew up in Nemaha and attended Nemaha Public School, where he graduated in 1966 as part of the school's final graduating class. In high school, he played football and excelled in track. 

 On December 4, 1966,...

James L. Henrichs

James L. Henrichs

Dec 8, 2024

James Laverne Henrichs, 78, of Auburn, left us peacefully on December 8, surrounded by family. A beloved father, grandfather and friend, Jim will always be remembered for his love of Auburn sports, sarcasm, and always wanting to put a smile on your face.

Born on May 14, 1946, in Auburn, Jim grew up as one of six boys to Betty and...

Michelle Marie (Pfohl) Snider

Michelle Marie (Pfohl) Snider

Dec 6, 2024

 Michelle Marie (Pfohl) Snider, daughter of Elmer “Bud” and Jean Pfohl, was born January 20, 1975, in Puyallup, Washington.

 Michelle passed away on Friday, December 6, 2024, surrounded by her family and loved ones. 

 She is survived by her husband Gordon Snider; children Anthony Turner, Alyssa Clover, Devin Pfohl, Marissa Farber; step-dad Carl Nichols; brothers Leo Bevard, Quintin Pfohl, Justin Pfohl, Jeff...

Warren "Corky" Jones

Warren "Corky" Jones

Dec 4, 2024

Warren “Corky” Jones, one of four children of Oland and Cornelia (Moore) Jones, was born June 15, 1931, at Brownville, Nebraska. He grew up on a farm outside Brownville where he attended school and graduated from Brownville High School. In January 1951, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served in the Korean War. He was honorably discharged in...

Paula Sue Purviance

Paula Sue Purviance

Nov 13, 2024

 Paula Sue Brown, daughter of Burton W. and Virginia Lee (Smith) Brown, was born December 23, 1949, in Des Moines, Iowa. She grew up and attended school in Des Moines, graduating from Lincoln High School and then attending college.

 On November 13, 1971, Paula was united in marriage to Bobby Purviance in Des Moines. They lived for a time in Red...

Walter W. Lammle

Walter W. Lammle

Nov 10, 2024

Walter William Lammle died peacefully on November 10th , 2024 with his benevolent caretakers Dave, Lorie, Ashley and Brianna by his side after having reached the age of 98. Walter was born on October 11th, 1926 to William and Caroline Lammle in Roscoe, SD. He was the second oldest of four siblings. Walter completed high school in Roscoe, SD and...

Jeanette Palmer

Jeanette Palmer

Nov 5, 2024

 Jeanette Elaine Palmer, age 72 of Syracuse, formerly of Johnson, passed away November 5, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society in Syracuse. 

 Born November 26, 1951, the youngest child of Charles and Dorothy (Haase) Wiechert, Jeanette grew up on the family dairy farm. She attended elementary school in Emerald, Junior High at University High School, and graduated from Lincoln East High...

Clayton Anderson

Clayton Anderson

Nov 2, 2024

 Clayton Caroll Anderson, one of three children of Wendell and Marion Anderson, was born May 3, 1966, in Devil’s Lake, North Dakota. He was confirmed at Warwick Lutheran Church and attended school through 8th grade in Warwick, North Dakota. Transferring to Devil’s Lake for 9th and 10th grades, Clayton later earned his GED and attended trade school in Devil’s Lake...