Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Obituary Preview: Roger D. DeBoer, 88 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center. He was born on February 27, 1934 on the family farm outside of Panama to Rueben and Elizabeth (Doctor) DeBoer. Roger graduated from Adams High School in Adams in May of 1952. He married Doris Carey on August 20, 1953. Roger worked for the Burlington Railroad until joining the United States Army, serving during the Korean War. After the Army, he attended Universal Trade School in Omaha and graduated in July of 1958. After graduation, Roger and Doris moved to Beatrice and worked for Best Plumbing and Heating. They purchased Noakes Refrigeration from Ralph Noakes in 1961. Roger operated the business until his retirement in 1996. His hobbies included shooting trap where he served in leadership roles in the Beatrice Gun Club for several years, serving as president at the time the current club house was built in 1971, attending sporting events for his children and grand children, hunting, trapping, fishing, farming and raising livestock. After retirement he liked to plant a large garden and tend to his fruit trees. As a longtime member of Centenary United Methodist Church in Beatrice, he served as an usher and a church board member.

Roger is survived by his wife, Doris; sons, Gary and wife Laura, Jay and wife Jodi, Russ and wife Kelly; daughter, Rita Robinson and husband Kerry; sister, Betty Ikerd and husband Jim; sisters-in-law, Linda DeBoer, Wilma Hoeven and husband Jon; and grandchildren and great grandchildren, Lance (Shannon), Laci (Logan), Chase (Kyla), Paul, Adam, Jane, Lucy, Isaac, Gregory, Tagg, Maddox, Finley, Katelyn, Addison, Avery, Ryland, Jackson, Keller and Cohen. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Larry, parents-in-law, Tom and Stella Carey; and brother-in-law, Don Carey and wife Mildred.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM Monday, April 11, 2022 at Centenary United Methodist Church in Beatrice with Rev. Dr. Paixao Baptista officiating. Interment with military rites by the Nebraska Army National Guard Honor Guard and Bitting-Norman Post #27 of the American Legion will follow in the Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice. A family prayer service will be held at 10:15 AM in the church parlor. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 10, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice from 2 to 8 PM with family greeting friends from 5 to 7 PM. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” Lee Schmidt, 86 years of age, of Jansen passed away Monday, April 4, 2022 at Whispering Winds Cottage in Beatrice. He was born on January 25, 1936 in Plymouth to Carl and Ilda (Sellenrick) Schmidt. Bob was baptized on February 16, 1936 at Zion Lutheran Church near Harbine by Pastor W. Ernstmeyer. He was also confirmed at Zion Lutheran on April 10, 1949 by Pastor Theodore Schmidt. Bob attended grades 1 – 6 at School District 73, grades 7 and 8 at Zion Lutheran School near Harbine and graduated from Plymouth High School. He served his country six years in the Nebraska Army National Guard. On August 8, 1964, Bob married Marjorie Irene Nommensen at Zion Lutheran Church in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They had 3 children; Heidi, Scott and Heather. Bob was a farmer all his life, but also worked for electrician Milton Hueske and worked for Milius Hardware in Plymouth for over 40 years as a service-repair man and in later years as a heating and cooling technician. He also served on the board of the Rural Plymouth Fire Department. Bob was a faithful member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Plymouth for over 55 years, during which he served as an elder, a trustee and a member of the school board and the endowment committee. He loved Husker football and had season tickets most of his life. He enjoyed playing Pitch and Poker with his friends Allen, Bob, Richard and Wayne.

Bob is survived by his wife, Marge; children, Heidi Orth and husband Robert of Beatrice, Scott and wife Kimberly of Olathe, Kansas, Heather Lloyd and husband Korey of Blue Springs, Missouri; grandchildren, Jonas Lloyd, Rebecca and Sara Schmidt and Sienna Orth; step-grandchildren, Braden and Brynley Chrest; brother, Darold Schmidt; brothers-in-law, Dennis Nommensen and wife Joan, Bob Nommensen, Ron Nommensen and wife Lois and Dave Nommensen and wife Laurie, all of Wisconsin; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law; sister, Phyllis; sisters-in-law, Lillian Schmidt and Barbara Nommensen; niece, Janet McGrane; and nephew, Todd Nommensen.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, April 8, 2022 at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Plymouth with Pastor Fred Berger officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery west of Plymouth. A family prayer service will be held at 10:00 AM Friday at the church. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Plymouth from noon to 8 PM with family greeting friends from 6 to 7 PM. Memorials are suggested St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church with the church elders in charge.Harman-Wright Mortuary in Plymouth in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Esther Ann Hasenohr Weichel, of Plymouth, Nebraska, passed away on March 27, 2022 after a long and well-lived life of 97 years. Esther was born on November 25, 1924, at the Lutheran Hospital in Beatrice to Fred Hasenohr and Caroline Spilker Hasenohr. Her parents lived and farmed one mile south of DeWitt. She was baptized on December 21, 1924 in the family home. Esther had a brother, Alvin Hasenohr and sister, Edna Hasenohr Koch. She was confirmed on April 24, 1938 at Trinity Lutheran Church in DeWitt. Her confirmation verse was II Corinthians 5:15; “He died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto Him which died for them, and rose again.”

Esther attended DeWitt Public Schools and graduated in 1942. After a year at home, she attended Lincoln School of Commerce where she graduated as a stenographer on May 26, 1944. After graduation, she worked at the Lincoln Board of Education and the Wickham Plumbing Company. Glenn Herbert Weichel and Esther were married on November 14, 1948 in her parent’s home. They lived in Plymouth until 1960 when they moved one mile east of Plymouth. In 1981, they moved into their home on the north edge of Plymouth. Glenn and Esther had two children, Kathleen Esther and Calvin Glenn. Esther had an interest in helping to promote community projects. She was a 4-H leader for ten years and a charter member of the Peppy Pioneers Extension Club of which she was a member for 52 years. She volunteered at the Braille workshop and Bloodmobile, was part of the Plymouth Silver Circle card group, and served on the election board. Esther had a strong faith and was an active member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Plymouth where she was a church greeter, member of the Ladies Auxiliary, and attended adult Bible classes. As a child, Esther recalled liking to ride bicycle, play the violin, and ride horseback. Esther always liked to sew and do crafts and flowers. She made numerous quilts with her daughter, Kathy. Esther liked to camp, fish, travel, play cards, and attend as many games and events of her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren as possible. Esther never turned down an opportunity to shop or piece of chocolate. Her greatest joy and pride were her family. She often said she didn’t know how people lived without family or faith; she certainly loved both. Esther is survived by her children, Kathleen Holtmeier and husband, Jack of Plymouth, and Calvin Weichel and wife, Susan of Plymouth. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Chad Weichel and wife, Deb of Plymouth, Kirk Holtmeier and wife, Christa of Plymouth, Chelsea Weichel Stamm and husband, Robert of Bixby, Oklahoma, Marie Holtmeier Goeglein and husband, TJ of Liberty, Missouri, and Michael Holtmeier and wife, Penny of Plymouth. Esther is also survived by her great grandchildren; Kailey Weichel, Hannah Holtmeier, Amelia Stamm, Gavin Weichel, Carter Holtmeier, Emily Goeglein, Mason Goeglein, Caden Stamm, Henry Holtmeier, Sage Holtmeier, Tate Goeglein, Edith Holtmeier, and Mary Holtmeier. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Glenn who died on March 29, 2013, siblings, and grandson, Mark Holtmeier.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 30, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Plymouth, NE with Pastor Justin Dauck officiating. Burial will be at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Cemetery in Plymouth, NE. Visitation will be held at the Harman-Wright Mortuary in Plymouth from Noon – 8 pm Tuesday, March 29, 2022. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Plymouth with the church elders in charge. A register book is also available online at www.harmanwrightmortuary.com for messages of condolence. Harman-Wright Mortuary in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Della Irene (Weers) Knabe, age 90, died Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Adams, NE. She was born on October 25, 1931 in rural Diller to John and Minnie (Wenz) Weers. Della was baptized into the Lutheran faith on December 21, 1931 and was a graduate of Diller High School. She also attended Fairbury Junior College and Pershing College in Beatrice.

Della married Wilmer Knabe on November 15, 1952 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Diller and they lived in Beatrice most of their married life. He passed away on March 15, 2014. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Beatrice and a long-time member of their Dorcas Society. Della also sang in the church choir, served as an organist, and taught Sunday School. She was a rural schoolteacher in Jefferson and Gage Counties for 5 ½ years and was a teacher at Martin Luther Home (now known as Mosaic) for 28 years. Della received an honorary Parent Teacher Association life membership pin. She gave many years of volunteer work at the Bargain Box and playing the piano at many nursing homes. She continued to play the piano even after entering the memory care unit at Gold Crest in Adams until Alzheimer’s took that ability away. Della liked to stay busy and did many helpful jobs when she lived at the Villa in Beatrice. Her hobbies were sewing, reading, walking, wrapping hangers, and playing the piano.

She is survived by her daughter, Suzanne (Steven) Philippi of Central City, NE; sons, Kent Knabe and Keith Knabe of Beatrice; 4 grandchildren, Nathan (Beth) Philippi of Kearney, NE, Dana (Mark) Coddington of Lexington, VA; Patrick Knabe of Delray Beach, FL; and Monica (Casey) Opperman of Lincoln; seven great-grandchildren; Seth, Bella, and Claire Philippi, Melody, Noelle, and Caleb Coddington, and Oliver Opperman; her sister Pauline Hatesohl Lindhorst of Clay Center, KS and sister-in-law Iola (Knabe) Ottersberg of Wymore, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Della was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, brothers and sisters-in law; Hilda Knabe, August and Elsie (Knabe) Duensing, Harold Ottersberg, Alvin and Helena Knabe, Arnold and Elaine Knabe, Elvin and Vera (Knabe) Eden, Melvin Hatesohl and Arlo Lindhorst.

Obituary Preview: Marjorie “Marj” Marie (Ross) Mammen, 91 years of age, of Western passed away Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at Jefferson Community Life and Health in Fairbury. She was born on August 23, 1930 on a farm near Reynolds to Henry and Jane (Bevington) Ross. Marj was baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church in Bruning. She attended grade school at a country school south of Hebron and then Hebron High School. Marj married Donald C. Mammen on September 25, 1949 in Bruning. She worked at Brown’s Store in Western for 14 years and Farmland Foods in Crete for 18 years. Marj was a life member of the Western American Legion Post #255 Auxiliary and Saint John’s United Church of Christ in Western. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend to many. Marj enjoyed going to her children’s and grandchildren’s activities. She touched many hearts, would cook and deliver meals, make trips to doctor’s offices, send cards and made calls to check on all her friend’s wellbeing. Marj was an advocate of the community and township for all the people around her. It was important to her to support local businesses and donate her time to support the township of Western. Marj will be missed by everyone that she touched and is an angel looking over all of us.

Marj is survived by her children, Debra J. Mammen, James D. Mammen and wife Kathy, Dean A. Mammen and wife Rosanne, Jean M. Haskell and husband Scott; sister, Joyce Hohensee and husband Marvin; sister-in-law, Kathy Mammen; 8 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and special friend, Dean Korte. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Donald on July 29, 2001; an infant son; sisters, Shirley Weimers and husband Duane, Rosalee DeyErmand and husband Dale, Janet Brown and husband Robert, Bonnie Hohensee and husband Leo; brothers-in-law, Ervin and wife Harmine, Leonard and wife Ardene, Delbert and wife Selma, Wilber, Edward; and nephews, Roger Mammen, Marvin Hohensee Jr., Ron Mammen, Kim Weimers and Robert Brown Jr.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Saint John’s United Church of Christ in Western with Pastor Darlene Novotny officiating. Inurnment will be at 9:30 AM Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery near Bruning. There will be no visitation. Memorials are suggested to the Western Fire Department and the Western American Legion in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Dorothy M. Brott, 87 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Beatrice Health and Rehabilitation in Beatrice. She was born on February 11, 1935at Holmesville to Chester and Bessie (Bradley) Ellis. Dorothy graduated from Holmesville High School and lived in Gage and Jefferson Counties most of her life. She married Junior Lofing on September 19, 1953 and they raised 4 children on a farm near Diller. They later divorced. Dorothy retired from BSDC after working over 20 years as a Human Services Treatment Specialist. She married Eldon “Zeke” Brott in September of 1989. Dorothy was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Beatrice where she was involved in different circles. She was an avid reader and enjoyed volunteering at the Bargain Box, sewing, quilting and gardening.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Mike Lofing and wife Cheryl of Fairbury, Linda Lofing and husband Don Clifton of Lincoln, Mark Lofing and wife Mary of Shavertown, Pennsylvania, Denise White and husband Mervin of Belvidere; step-children, Stephanie Arbuckle of Weir, Kansas, Matthew Brott and wife Carolyn of Beatrice, Christopher Brott and wife Sabrina of Helena, Montana, Amy Brott of Beatrice; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother, Clarence Ellis of Powell, Wyoming; and sister, Barbara Ellis of Denver, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Eldon “Zeke” Brott on October 6, 2017.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, March 25, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Beatrice with Pastor Daryn Bahn officiating. Inurnment will be at 9:30 AM Friday, March 25, 2022 at Blue Springs Cemetery in Blue Springs. There will be no viewing but a register book will be available from 9 AM to 8 PM Thursday, March 24, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Beatrice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Garland “Wayne” Duane Vanover, 72 years of age, of Fairbury passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at Jefferson Community Health and Life in Fairbury. He was born on September 17, 1949 in Beatrice to Garland and Verla (Kinaman) Vanover. He served his country in the United States Army and then the United States Army Reserves. Garland married Kathy Schmidt and they later divorced. He then married Shirley Mayhew. He worked several jobs including painting houses, welding, as a mover for Vaughn’s Moving and as a mechanic. Garland enjoyed helping friends out by being a mechanic/fixer upper, camping and fishing with Shirley and loving and caring for many pets. He also enjoyed playing the guitar.

Garland is survived by his son, Brian Vanover of Beatrice; one step-daughter; niece, Shelly Harvey of Indiana; and his min-pin dog, LadyBug. He was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Verla and Clarence Whitton; father, Garland Vanover; wife, Shirley Vanover; and sister, Yvonne Corey.

A celebration of life where the family will greet friends will be held from noon to 2 PM on Friday, March 18, 2022 at the Veteran’s Club, 701 Dorsey Street in Beatrice. Memorials are suggested to the American Legion in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary and Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Wesley “Wes” Dean Creek, 66 years of age, of Crab Orchard passed away Saturday, March 5, 2022. He was born on September 22, 1955 in Beatrice to Pearl (Creek) Izer. On April 16, 1982, Wes married Carla Lovell. They were blessed with two sons and one daughter and later divorced. On December 13, 2002, Wes married his high school sweetheart, Roberta Wolf. He was one of the first employees to be hired when City Sanitary Garbage came to town in 1975. Wes worked there until his health got too bad to work. He also worked at Hoover Group for a while but kept getting laid off so he went back to the Garbage Company. In 1993, Wes started his own trucking business called Creek Trucking, hauling whatever he could haul and later sold it to his brother. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren, fishing, drag racing, dirt track racing and building motors for his race cars. Wes had one special car, Goldie. Every winter he would have to replace the fly wheel because he would tear it up. Wes enjoyed Elvis and John Wayne movies and anything that had to do with souped up cars and racing. He also loved to watch Mecum Auto Auction, watching movies on YouTube and his root beer floats.

Wes is survived by his wife, Roberta; children, Melinda Boltz and husband Tony, Jake and wife Conny, Jeff “Toad” and significant other Andrea Gilberton, all of Beatrice; grandsons, Kienen Creek, Koltan Ideus, Austin, Andrew and Jordan Creek, all of Beatrice, Mason Creek, Gavin Beaver, both of Blue Springs; granddaughters, Emmy Burck of Beatrice, Abby Beaver of Blue Springs; also by Roberta’s 3 children, 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; brothers, Scott Izer of Odell, Gary “Carter” Izer, Mike Izer and wife Anna, both of Blue Springs; uncle, Carl Creek of Beatrice; niece, Jesi Johnson and husband Travis of Wymore; sisters-in-law, Sue Yates, Pat Nave, Deb Lantz and husband Alan, all of Beatrice; very special friends, Mack and Rocky Stella; and several cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother; step-father, Dorance Izer; brother, Eldon Izer; aunt, Patricia Creek; grandparents, Cecil and Verna Creek Sr; and brothers-in-law, Steve Boerger, David Yates and Larry Nave.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice with Pastor Clayton Lundstedt officiating. Cremation will follow services. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice from noon to 8 PM with family greeting friends from 6 to 8 PM. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Eloyde Alta (Heidemann) Mueller, 89 years of age, of Lincoln, formerly of Harbine passed away Wednesday, March 2, 2022 at Southlake Village Rehabilitation and Care Center in Lincoln. She was born on December 4, 1932 in Jefferson County to Fred and Eunice (Chirnside) Heidemann. Eloyde grew up on a farm in the Plymouth and Daykin areas. She was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church near Daykin. Eloyde graduated from Plymouth High School in 1950 and earned an RN degree in 1953 from Lincoln General Hospital. She married Maurice Mueller on October 15, 1955 at Peace Lutheran Church near Plymouth. After marriage, they lived in California before moving back in 1966 to a farm near Harbine. Eloyde worked as an RN at Fairbury Jefferson Memorial Hospital for almost 25 years, retiring in 1990. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Jansen and then Grace Lutheran Church in Fairbury, LWML and Ladies Aid of Jansen and Leader of the Braille Center #113 at Zion Lutheran Church near Harbine. Eloyde was an American Red Cross Health Service Volunteer for 19 years for both local and national disasters, most notably attending the San Francisco Earthquake 0f 1989 and World Trade Center 9-11 disasters. She loved Husker volleyball and football, watching her grandchildren in their sporting activities, quilting, gardening and traveling with friends and family along with just being with family.

Eloyde is survived by her children, Valencia Mueller of Lincoln, Renee (Michael) Johnson of Sterling, Colorado, Jeff (Sheila) Mueller of Loveland, Colorado; grandchildren, Tiffany Mueller of Lincoln, Spencer (Tink) Johnson and their daughter, Kami Johnson of Frederick, Colorado, Tanner (Reagan) Johnson of Greeley, Colorado, Alice Mueller of Baltimore, Maryland, Anna Mueller of Laramie, Wyoming; sister, Kathleen Nider of Lincoln; brothers, Howard (Linda) Heidemann of Port Huron, Michigan, Robert (Nancy) Heidemann, Donald (Suzanne) Heidemann, both of Plymouth; sisters-in-law, Joan (Kelch) Heidemann, Joyce (Schroeder) Heidemann; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Maurice on October 9, 2015; brothers, Orlynn Heidemann, Lee Heidemann, Douglas Heidemann; sisters, Loretta Ruhnke, Joan Kay Heidemann; parents-in-law, Art and Lillie (Weichel) Mueller; brothers-in-law, Leonard Mueller, Donald Mueller, Jack Nider; and sisters-in-law, Marjorie (Mueller) Kuper and Ruby (Shottenkirk) Mueller.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, March 11, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice with Pastor David Bigley officiating. Interment will be at 2:30 PM Friday at Lincoln Memorial Park in Lincoln. Meet at Gate 2. Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice from noon to 8 PM with family greeting friends from 6 to 8 PM. Memorials are suggested to the American Red Cross, Alzheimer’s Association or Lincoln General Alumni in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: John C. Garcia, 82 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Friday, February 25, 2022. He was born on March 15, 1939 in Lincoln to Demetrio and Mary (Martinez) Garcia. John graduated from Lincoln High School in Lincoln in 1957. He married Sharon Ring in 1959 and they later divorced. John served in the Nebraska Army National Guard for 30 years. He moved to Beatrice in 1962. John owned and operated John’s Upholstery from 1971 to 2018. He married Brenda Jenkin on August 13, 1976 in Beatrice. John was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #531 and Bitting-Norman Post #27 of the American Legion where he was a former bartender and club manager. He loved pleasing people and enjoyed socializing with family and friends, serving the people of his community and country, Brenda’s rescue dogs, upholstery work, bowling, billiards and shuffleboard.

John is survived by his wife, Brenda; children, Rhonda Penner of Beatrice, Todd Garcia and special friend Laurie Tart of Beatrice, Michelle Garcia and spouse Lisa Morphis of Exeter, California, Jon Jenkin and special friend Kara Osborne of Omaha, Mike Garcia of Kansas. Grandchildren, Josh Garcia and wife Megan, Nicole Garcia, Nolan Penner and wife Rachel, Michelle McLellan, Molly Jenkin, Riley Jenkin, Allyson Eresman and husband David, Ashley Garcia, Zachary Dodge; 14 great grandchildren; brother, Joseph Garcia and wife Helen of Lincoln; sister, Cruz “Gloria” Shaw of Lincoln; sisters-in-law, JoDee Woods of Langley, Oklahoma, Marla Sailor of Beatrice, Eileeen Ackerman of Lago Vista, Texas; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Chris Garcia; mother-in-law, Irene Sailor; and brothers-in-law, Doyt Shaw, Kenny Barton, Fred Sailor, Ray Sailor and Larry Woods.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, March 4, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice with Chaplain Sharon Schuster officiating. Inurnment with military rites provided by the Nebraska Army National Guard and Bitting-Norman Post #27 of the American Legion will follow at Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice. There will be no viewing but a register book will be available on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice from 9 AM to 8 PM with family greeting friends from 5 to 7 PM. Memorials are suggested to the families choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Robert “Bob” Ernest Wolf, 71 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022. He was born on February 26, 1950 in Beatrice to Clifford Sr. and Delores (Oviatt) Wolf. Bob graduated from Beatrice High School in 1968. He served his country in the United States Navy from June 15, 1968 to June 12, 1972. Bob married Deb Tucker and they later divorced. He also married Roberta Grey and they later divorced. Bob was a welder for many years at Hoover until they closed. He was a member of the Bitting-Norman Post #27 of the American Legion and AA. Bob enjoyed helping the Legion Riders, pickle cards, Keno, wrestling, fishing and western movies.

Bob is survived by his children, Kim Rademacher and husband Mark, Stephanie Corter and husband Jason, Stacy Wallman, all of Beatrice, Melisa Wolf of Bakersfield, California, Patrick Wolf and significant other, LeAnne Ebbers of Beatrice; grandchildren, Keysha Wolf and significant other Zach Harder, Kody Wolf and significant other Madison Glendy, Kiersten Rademacher, Karlee Rademacher and significant other Alex Williams, Brandon Rademacher, Dalton Strickland, Evan and Caydyn Corter, Calista, Vanessa and Avery Wallman, Auston, Katelyn and Ian Wolf, Michael Peters III, Ryan Wolf, Christian, Alexis and Ragen Evans; 5 great grandchildren; sister, Debbie Snyder and husband Marvin of Fairbury; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Janice Carpenter; brothers, Jack, Clifford Jr. and Tom; one niece; and two nephews.

Memorial Services with military rites by the United States Navy and Bitting-Norman Post #27 of the American Legion will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice with Chaplain Sharon Schuster officiating. There will be no viewing but a register book will be available to sign on Monday, February 28, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice from 9 AM to 8 PM with family greeting friends from 6 to 7 PM. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Gladys Elizabeth Baete, 92, of Beatrice, died Monday, February 14, 2022, at the Beatrice Community Hospital.She was born April 2, 1929 at Lansing, Kansas to Charles Wesley and Sara Jane (Wiseman) McKinney. Gladys attended school in Wymore and Beatrice. She attended and was baptized at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Beatrice. On December 31, 1945, she was united in marriage to Maurice Francis Baete Sr. To this union four children, Maurice Jr., Joan, Ron, and Wes were born. The couple raised their family in Beatrice where Gladys worked at Swift’s, Good Samaritan Home and Beatrice Manor. She was affectionately known to her grandchildren as “Gimme Sugar”. Gladys loved her family, playing Bingo and cards. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Gladys is survived by her daughter, Joan Loseman of Beatrice; sons, Ron Baete and wife Karen of Lincoln, Wes Baete, Sr. of Beatrice; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Lafayette McKinney of California; and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was proceeded in death by her parents; husband, Maurice Sr; son, Maurice Jr.; grandson, Wes Baete Jr.; great-grandson, Austin Loseman; three brothers; and two sisters.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday February 17, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Father Joseph Faulkner, officiating.Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.Visitation will be held at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m Wednesday, February 16, 2022. A rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice.Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N Michigan Avenue Floor 17, Chicago, IL 60601. Condolences may be left online at www.harmanwrightmortuary.com. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Shirley “Tudie” Ann (Rehm) Imes, 85 years of age, of Plymouth passed away Saturday, February 12, 2022. She was born on April 18, 1936 at DeWitt to Ernest and Alvena (Rahe) Rehm. Tudie grew up in the DeWitt area, lived in Beatrice for about 4 years and lived in Plymouth since. She was baptized on May 10, 1936 and confirmed on May 28, 1950, both at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Plymouth and was a lifelong member. Tudie married Frank Imes on May 12, 1956 in Beatrice. She owned and operated the Rainbow Inn with her husband for 30 years, retiring in 2001. Tudie was a phenomenal cook while owning the Rainbow Inn, peeling thousands of potatoes and frying more chicken than one could count. She also enjoyed watching the Nebraska Huskers. Being in the presence of her family and seeing her grandchildren and great grandchildren brought her an overwhelming amount of joy. She was a crossword connoisseur and continued to amaze her family with her ability to complete them until just days before her passing. Tudie had an ornery sense of humor and ability to see the happiness in all situations that carried her family and friends through even the hardest of days. She longed for the day that her body was able to dance again and she is now dancing with Jesus and Frank in eternal glory.

Tudie is survived by her children, Deb Milius and husband Dean, Becky Plantenga, both of Plymouth, Tim Imes and significant other Alice Fort of Beatrice; grandchildren, Kelcie deKoning and husband Wade, Nicole Hueftle and husband Kevan, Kim Milius and significant other Josh Barnard, Nathan Imes, Colter Imes and wife Ashley, Miranda Imes, Michaella Sipley and husband Aaron, Brandon Imes, Austin Upchurch and significant other Tashia Hackler; great grandchildren, Lynden and Whitt deKoning, Chesley and Hayes Hueftle, MacKenna Bergmeier, Trayvin Burr, Taylah, Tisha and Kash Imes, Brayden Hochstein, Jayce and Adalynn Hoop, Aubrey Beaner, Kristian and Kason Sipley, Arial Imes, Jacob Upchurch; sister, Alverta Wells of Plymouth; sisters-in-law, Darlene Rehm of Plymouth, Hazel Rehm of Beatrice; brother-in-law, Gene Imes and wife Katie of Kansas City, Kansas; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Frank on February 24, 2016; son, Randy; brothers, Dale and Al Rehm; brother-in-law, Arthur Wells; sister-in-law, Eunice Langdale and husband Dana; and step siblings, Erna Sievers and husband Otto, Tahlida Rahe and husband Edwin and Otto Rehm and wife Phyllis.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Plymouth with Pastor Justin Dauck officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery west of Plymouth. A family prayer service will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday at the church. Visitation will be held at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Plymouth on Tuesday, February 15, 2022 from noon to 8 PM. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Plymouth with the church elders in charge. Harman-Wright Mortuary in Plymouth in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Alvie Ray Strickland, 82 years of age, of Fairbury, Nebraska passed away on Friday, February 11, 2022. He was born on December 1, 1939 in Claremore, Oklahoma to Albie and Jessie (Millhollin) Strickland. Alvie served his country in the United States Army and worked for 27 years at Swingsters Jackets. He was a member of the Eastern Shawnee Tribe of Oklahoma and enjoyed casinos, fishing and bowling.

Alvie is survived by his significant other, Patricia Hutchison of Fairbury; children, Christina Neely of Chandler, Arizona, Alex Strickland and wife Kathy, Diana Strickland-Miller, both of Milford, Cynthia Strickland-Lorenzen of Lincoln; step daughter, Dee Schuerman and husband Curt of Swanton; 13 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; siblings, Norma Krause and husband Joe of Wyandotte, Oklahoma, Glenn Strickland and wife Velma, Donny Strickland and wife Mary, Ronny Strickland and wife Linda, Bobby Strickland and wife Sue, Lawanna Hayward, all of Oregon; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Cody Strickland; and brothers, Kenny Strickland and Mike Strickland.

Services will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Billie Dale Hackbarth, 75 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Monday, February 7, 2022 at Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center. He was born on April 12, 1946 in Fairbury to Samuel and Fannie (Kinzie) Hackbarth. Billie attended school in Lincoln and lived in Fairbury and Beatrice. He was a jack of all trades who enjoyed helping people, fishing and BINGO.

Billie is survived by 4 daughters, Trina Wallace of Rathdrum, Idaho, Lori Hackbarth of Post Falls, Idaho, Shannon Sayers, Billie Kim Replogle, both of Omaha; 13 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 2 sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers; and a sister.

Services will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: David E. “Pede” Catlin, 65 years of age, of Beatrice, passed away Monday, February 7, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Lincoln. He was born on June 26, 1956 in Beatrice to William and Mildred (Brown) Catlin. David was a 1974 graduate of Beatrice High School. On October 7, 1977, he married Lorraine Pofahl at Centenary United Methodist Church in Beatrice. Over the years, David worked for Catlin’s Auto Parts & Salvage, Beatrice Scrap Processing and Beatrice Iron & Metal. He co-owned Cats Auto Supply from Oct 1987 to Sept. 2004 and presently owned The Family & Friends Event Center. David was proud to serve 24 years on The Beatrice City Council. In that time, he served twice as Council President. David was presently serving on the Beatrice Cemetery Association Board.

Survivors include his wife, Lorraine of Beatrice; sister, Janice Schinkus of Lincoln; brothers, Danny (Mary) of Beatrice and Dennis (Gail) of Arkansas; sisters-in-law, Linda Catlin and Ida Pofahl, both of Beatrice, Marilyn Jeffers of Arizona, Betty Cummings of Lincoln; brothers-in-law, Rodney Cummings and Alan Pofahl, both of Lincoln; and several nieces and nephews. David was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mildred Catlin; sisters, Betty Bartlett Jensen, June Decker; brother, Donald Catlin; nephew, Daryl Catlin; brothers-in-law, Maurice Decker, Mark Carmichael and Dale Bartlett; mother & father-in-law, Nina and Arthur Pofahl; sisters-in-law, Artis Weinman and Shari Pofahl; brothers-in-law, Paul Weinman and Byron Pofahl.

Obituary Preview: Joyce “Jackie” (Mundt) Lee, 85 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Friday, February 4, 2022 at Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center. She was born on a farm 20 miles north of Benkelman on January 20, 1937 to Karl and Geraldine (Cline) Mundt. Her dad was on his way to bring the doctor during a blizzard so she was brought into this world by her grandma Cline. Jackie was employed at First Federal Lincoln and Beatrice Public Library. She was a competitive card player who loved her kids, grandkids, her dog Willy and her grand dogs, Sully and Lacey. Jackie also enjoyed gameshows, Husker football and women’s volleyball.

Jackie is survived by a son, Jeffrey Laughlin and wife LuAnn of Lincoln; daughter, Julie Thornburg and husband Dale of Beatrice; grandsons, Kyle Laughlin and wife Andrea, Travis Laughlin and wife Danielle; great granddaughters, Elizabeth and Alexandra Laughlin; sister, Pat Bellamy of Valley; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Arlo “Hunk” Mundt; and brother-in-law, Bob Bellamy.

Graveside Inurnment will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, February 8, 2022 at Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice with Pastor Mike Hanneman officiating. There will be no visitation. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Zoe (Parrish) Tart, 57 years of age, of Wymore passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022 at Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center. She was born on February 12, 1964 in Beatrice to Kenneth and Donna (Catlin) Parrish. Zoe was born an Army brat and much of her childhood was spent traveling and living coast to coast until finally moving back to Beatrice where she attended school. She married Steve Tart on January 16, 1983 and later divorced. They were blessed with 3 children: Jeremiah, Lacie and Stevie. Zoe was a dedicated care giver. She worked for decades as a CNA/CMA over the years. Zoe worked at BSDC, Beatrice Manor, Tabitha and the Beatrice Good Samaritan Society where she became the dietary director. In 2005, Zoe met and fell in love with Warren Bartels and helped raise his 3 children: Michalle, Dustin and Ashley. She enjoyed rock concerts, camping, hiking, fishing, boating, her garden, canning and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Zoe is survived by her father, Kenneth Parrish of Wymore; sister, Annie Jeffery and husband Ron of Virginia; son, Jeremiah Tart; daughters, Lacie Tart and Andrew Ideus, Stevie Parde and husband Todd, all of Wymore; grandchildren, Taylor Tart, Devan Ideus, Koltan Ideus, Huxley Ideus; significant other, Warren Bartels of Wymore; step-children, Michalle Bartels, Dustin Bartels, Ashley Bartels, all of Wymore; and grandchildren, Kadron, Brantley, Arial, Drae and Kaizley. She was preceded in death by her mother, Donna (Catlin) Parrish.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday, April 9, 2022 at the Wymore Community Center in Wymore with Chaplain Sharon Schuster officiating.Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary.Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Arlene M. (Bergmeier) Blobaum, 94 years of age, of Beatrice died Wednesday February 2, 2022 at Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center. She was born on October 6 1927, baptized October 19 1927 and confirmed April 6, 1941 at Immanuel Lutheran Church of rural Plymouth. Arlene graduated from DeWitt High School in 1945. She married Eldon Wollenburg on June 20, 1948. They established their home at rural DeWitt. To this union two children were born, Jolene Wollenburg Bartling and Eugene Wollenburg. Eldon passed away September 11, 1977 after a lengthy illness. Arlene remarried on January 10, 1982 to Victor Blobaum at Peace Lutheran Church. Victor and Arlene traveled a lot with trips to Germany, Alaska, and Panama Cruises. Victor passed away November 29, 2004. Arlene continued her membership at Peace Lutheran and was involved with several duties for a number of years and was always willing to do her part. After moving to Beatrice, Arlene worked for 20 years at Jan’s Dry Cleaners. She enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren and great grandchildren and also for people in need. Arlene enjoyed gardening, canning and working with flowers and was a member of Jansen Legion Post #358. Most of all Arlene enjoyed hosting her family for the holidays. Her love was her grandchildren and great grandchildren and treasured her time with her close friends having coffee.

Arlene is survived by Jolene Wollenburg Bartling and husband Allen of Lincoln, Eugene Wollenburg and wife Karen of DeWitt, Tom Blobaum and wife Priscilla of Daykin, Brian Blobaum and wife Carol of Fairbury, Sue Eckerson Paddock and husband Todd of Lincoln, Jeff Blobaum and wife Kim of Blue Springs, Missouri, Kent Blobaum of Omaha; and 15 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren who loved her dearly. She was preceded in death by her parents Edwin and Frieda Burger Bergmeier, Eldon Wollenburg and Victor Blobaum, Brother Gaylord Bergmeier and wife Darline and twin sister Aldene Rehm and husband Alvin.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, February 11, 2022 at Peace Lutheran Church near Plymouth with Pastor Marilyn Hasemann officiating. Interment will be at 2:00 PM Friday, February 11, 2022 in the Oak Grove Cemetery near DeWitt. Visitation will be held from noon to 8 PM Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice. Memorials are suggested to Peace Lutheran Church in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: David L. Anthony Sr., 60 years of age, of Wymore passed away Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Beatrice Community Hospital and Health Center. He was born on April 28, 1961 in Lincoln to William and Donna (Sykes) Anthony. David married Teresa Weinman on June 8, 1989 in Washington, Kansas. He enjoyed his children, grandchildren and riding motorcycles.

David is survived by his wife, Teresa; sons, David Anthony Jr. of Wymore, Blake Anthony of Rolla, Missouri, Brandon Anthony of Wymore; grandchildren, Kadron and Brantley; brother, Mark Anthony of Beatrice; sisters, Kim Chapman of Grand Island, Audrey Williams of Lincoln; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Mike Anthony and Jim Oldfield.

Celebration of Life Services will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Ernest Melvin Unbefunde, 75 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at Beatrice Health and Rehabilitation in Beatrice. He was born on May 14, 1946 in Beatrice to William and Etta (Johnson) Unbefunde. Ernest grew up on the family farm near Cortland. After graduation from Cortland High School in 1964, he took over the family farm. Ernest served his country in the United States Army National Guard. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s (Soap Creek) Lutheran Church near DeWitt. During his farming years, Ernest enjoyed raising Angus cattle and always had cats and dogs.

Ernest is survived by his sister, Marlene McWilliams and partner David Pargeon of Springfield, Missouri; and several cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Arnold; brother-in-law, Joseph F. McWilliams; and Marlene’s best friend/partner, Duane Pavlish.

Graveside Services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, February 4, 2022 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery near DeWitt. Visitation will be held from noon to 8 PM Thursday, February 3, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice. Memorials are suggested to the St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery Fund in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Larry L. Hartig, 78 years of age, of Beatrice passed away on Wednesday, January 26, 2022 at Bryan Medical Center West in Lincoln. He was born in Beatrice on January 31, 1943 in Beatrice to Ernest and Erna (Munstermann) Hartig. Larry attended Beatrice High School and proudly served his country in the United States Navy from 1960 to 1966. He married Barbara Saltzman on September 25, 1966 in Beatrice and moved to California 3 days later. Larry retired after 25 years as a heavy equipment mechanic with Pacific Gas and Electric. After retirement, Larry and Barbara moved back to Beatrice in 2002. He was a member of the Church of Christ at 10th & Grant in Beatrice. Larry had a creative eye and mind and enjoyed woodworking, metal work and collecting and restoring old vehicles.

Larry is survived by his wife, Barbara; daughter, Rachel Goracke and husband Tim of Beatrice; son, Michael Hartig and wife Joanna of Kapa’a, Hawaii; grandchildren, Morgan and Madison Goracke, Chloe and Joshua Hartig; 3 great grandchildren; and a brother, Dennis Hartig and wife Connie of Beatrice. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Virgil Hartig.

Obituary Preview: Ruth Agnes (Paul) O’Donnell, 70 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022. She was born on May 26, 1951 in Auburn, Nebraska to Clinton and Esther (Shepard) Paul. Ruth moved with her family from Shubert, NE to Beatrice in 1964. She attended Beatrice High School and graduated with the class of 1969. Ruth married Gary O’Donnell on March 4, 1972 at the Christian Church in Beatrice. They were blessed with two sons; Scott and Brian. Ruth worked at the Busy Bee café as a waitress and later as a cashier for Econo Foods. She also worked for 9 1/2 years as a group manager for ALCO.

Ruth is survived by her sons; Scott of Beatrice, Brian and wife Nicole of Lincoln, sister; Dorothy (Alfred) Smith, of Beatrice, brother; Clinton “Frank” (Jane) Paul of Fairbury, step-grandchildren, Skyler and Jaydan Shigley, both of Lincoln; brother-in-law, Patrick (Sandy) O’Donnell of Arizona, sister-in-law, Shirley O’Donnell of Fremont.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Gary, brothers-in-law; Jack and Robert “Bob” O’Donnell, sister-in-law; Mary Jo O’Donnell, nephews; Shawn O’Donnell and Ricky Smith.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM Friday, January 21, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice with Pastor Mike Hanneman officiating. Interment following service at Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice from 9AM to 8 PM with family greeting friends from 6 to 8 PM. Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Condolences may be left online at www.harmanwrightmortuary.com. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Richard “Dick” Baxter Appleget, 86 years of age, of Beatrice passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022 at the Good Samaritan Society in Beatrice. He was born on May 25, 1935 in Beatrice to Millard D. and Neva F. (Huber) Appleget. Dick was raised in Beatrice where he received all his schooling.On June 12, 1960, Dick was united in marriage to Dorothy Benash in Beatrice.The couple spent their married life together in Beatrice except from 1969-1977 when they lived in Council Bluffs, Iowa.Dick worked for the Board of Public Works in Beatrice for over 21 years before retiring in 1998.He was a member of the Eagle’s Club in Beatrice.Dick was known years ago for driving his airboat up and down the Big Blue River and enjoyed fishing, gardening, duck hunting and taxidermy. There is still an owl at the Beatrice Middle School that Dick taxidermized. In his retirement years, Dick loved sitting on his back deck and watching the comings and goings of his neighbors.

Dick is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy of Beatrice; daughters: Lisa Edeal and husband Brad of Beatrice, Jenny Augenstein and husband Brian of Pullman, Washington; grandchildren, Ciera Kelch and husband Preston of Crete, Gabe, Izzy and Zoey Augenstein, all of Pullman, Washington, Tanner, Linnea, Emme and Zeb Edeal, all of Beatrice; great-grandsons, Bentley and Ayden Kelch, both of Crete; brother, Jon Appleget and wife Shirley of Fremont; sister, Mary Traubel of Gretna; brother-in-law, Les Finck of Dannebrog; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Sally Finck; and brother-in-law, Wes Traubel.

Memorial Services will be held at 1 PM Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Harman-Wright Mortuary in Beatrice with Pastor David Bigley officiating.Memorials are suggested to the family’s choice in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Obituary Preview: Willard Lee Workman, also known as “Will” or “Whale”, 77 years of age, of Beatrice passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022. He was born in Wymore on May 23, 1944 to Tharen and Lucille (Gade) Workman. Willard served his country in the United States Navy in nuclear submarine parts service for 22 years. He retired and lived in Hawaii for 20 years before coming back to Beatrice in 2001 to take care of his parents and stayed after their passing. Willard enjoyed golfing and casinos.

Willard is survived by his brother, Jim Workman of Chandler, Texas; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 2, 2022 at Evergreen Home Cemetery in Beatrice with Pastor David Bigley officiating. Memorials are suggested to Hidden Acres Golf Course in care of the mortuary. Harman-Wright Mortuary & Crematory in Beatrice in charge of arrangements.