Mildred L. Brockelsby, 92, of North Platte, formerly of Grand Island, passed away February 12, 2015 at Linden Court. She was born February 4, 1923 to Edward V. and Lucille Alice (Mason) VanDevier at Grand Island. She graduated from Grand Island High School. Mildred was employed as a claims technician at the Social Security Administration for over 30 years, retiring in 1984. She resided in Grand Island most of her life, moving to North Platte in 1976. Mildred was a member of Bethel Evangelical Free Church, NARFE, RSVP and the Eagles Club. She enjoyed gardening, music and was an avid reader. She is survived by her two daughters, Melinda (James) Crow and Teresa (Loren) Sweley both of North Platte; seven grandchildren, Jennie (Mauricio) Cabrera, Robyn (Robert) Kopzynski, Carol Jean (fiancé Brandon Morrison) Sweley, Sam (Sarah) Sweley, Abby Sweley, Rebecca and Michael Crow; and five great grandchildren, Toby, Zackery, Aaron, Hannah and Kolton. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two brothers, Harold and Ronald VanDevier. Online condolences may be shared www.carpentermemorial.com. Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at the Grand Island Cemetery with Pastor Gary Schulte officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.