Gina R. Stinson, 44, of Hayes Center, passed away February 20, 2018 at Perkins County Health Services in Grant. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 24 at the Wallace High School New Gym. Burial will be at the Dickens Cemetery. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.
Month: February 2018
Carrol Roy “Red” Hiatt, Jr.
Carrol Roy “Red” Hiatt, Jr., age 59 of North Platte, died February 18, 2018 at Good Samaritan Medical Center in Kearney. Carrol was born on February 25, 1958 to Carrol Sr. and Joan (Johnston) Hiatt in North Platte where he grew up. He loved anything with wheels, building his first 56 Ford pick-up at the tender age of 14, and customizing many vehicles and Harleys. He graduated from North Platte High School in 1979, took welding, upholstery, and wood working classes at Mid-Plains Community College. He worked for Carrol Sr. as a mechanic, Hinky Dinky, Safeway Foods, and Gerald Gentleman Power Plant in Sutherland. Carrol also hired out on the UPPR in 1997. He built his own tow trucks and operated Carrol’s Towing. He did not have idle hands, and up until his death was working on a customized “49” Mercury along with a “71” Cuda Convertible. On October 24, 1979, he married the love of his life, Joann K. Shirley in North Platte. Carrol was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and was baptized on October 1993. Red’s favorite verses in the bible were Rev 21:3,4 and Romans 7:25 for the ransom of Jesus. He knew by meditating appreciatively on it, the ransom touches our hearts, drawing us ever closer to God. Carrol had many friends he will miss and had an infectious smile.
Survivors include his parents, Carrol R. Sr. and Joan Hiatt, wife of 39 years, JoAnn K. Hiatt, son, Matthew, granddaughter, Harper Jane Powers, all of North Platte, and all his furry four legged friends. Services will be 11:00 am Saturday, February 24, 2018 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses at 621 West Phillip Ave, North Platte. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so from 9 am to 5 pm Wednesday through Friday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel which is care of arrangements. A memorial has been established in his memory. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com
Norma Jean Peterson
Norma Jean Peterson, age 84, of North Platte, passed away February 18, 2018 at North Platte Care Center. She was born May 29, 1933 at Hayes Center, NE to John and Elva (Scott) Curran. Norma Jean graduated from Hayes Center High School in 1950. She was united in marriage to Marvin D. Peterson on May 3, 1950. She received her LPN license and worked at Bethesda Care Home, Memorial Hospital, and later Great Plains Health. Norma Jean was an excellent seamstress, making wedding dresses, suits, drapery, and over 60 quilts. Her main passion in life was her faithfulness to Christ and to her loving family.
She is survived a son, Douglas D. (Brenda Grant) Peterson; two daughters, Debbie (Rod) Miller and Pamela Peterson all of North Platte; brother, Donnie Curran of Hayes Center, sister, Rosabelle Repass of McCook, sisters-in-law, Jane Peterson of Texas and Marilyn Peterson of Cozad Barbara Gigax of Hayes Center; grandchildren, Michael (Christy) Miller, John (Jodi) Miller, Sunny (Josh) Yocum-Whitmore; great grandchildren, Micah, Shayla, Tanner, Shaylee, Jaden, Gage, Caden, Allie, Connor, Declan, Graham, Carrissa, Midgey and Myah; great-great grandchildren, Torran, Tracen and Easton; cousins, Jim Lewis, Dean Scott, and Alfred Scott, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brothers-in-law, Robert Repass, Richard Peterson, Charles “Whitey” Peterson, and Boyd Gigax. Services will be 11:00 am Friday, February 23, 2018 at Parkview Community Church of the Nazarene. Family will be receiving friends from 6 to 8 pm Thursday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel which is in care of arrangements. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com
Barbara Jean Marie Krueger
Barbara Jean Marie Krueger passed away February 19, 2018. Barbara was born September 26, 1929 at Norfolk, NE, to Willard and Leotha (Donner) Krueger. She attended public and parochial schools, living in Norfolk until June 6, 1954 when she married Roy E. Workman. They moved to West Point where Roy was employed with the railroad. Later that year they moved to North Platte where Roy was employed at the Post Office.
Barbara enjoyed gardening and sharing produce with friends. She was known for her homemade grape jelly. She also enjoyed camping, fishing and walking, and was an avid bowler until developing health problems.
She was a member of First Lutheran Church where she volunteered in the office, sang in the choir, provided Sunday child care, purchased supplies for the Women’s group and delivered baby blankets to newborns. She and Roy set up for many receptions at the church. She was also a member of a ladies Aquacize group (Waterlilies) for many years and the Eagles Club.
Barbara was preceded in death by Roy, her husband of 52 years; parents; sister, Jeannette Jensen; and son Larry in 1963. Survivors include a niece, Bobbijo (Wil) LeBlanc of Mt. Vernon, Washington, a cousin, Doris Hilgert of Norfolk, NE; special friends, John and Peggy Martin, Milo and Phyllis Shavlik, Brenda Anderson, and Dennis Pannasky.
Services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 22, 2018 at First Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. Steve Berke officiating. Burial will be at Floral Lawns. Memorials are suggested to First Evangelical Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Visitation will be from 5 to 7pm Wednesday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel which is in care of arrangements.
Victor A. Hormandl
Victor A. Hormandl, age 92, was born July 31, 1925 at Swanton, NE to Anton and Francis (Pavlik) Hormandl along with his twin-sister Victoria Hormandl. He went to be his Lord on February 16, 2018. Victor was a loving husband, father and Grandfather. Victor served in the US Army in November of 1945 and served with Company B 67th Armored Tank Battalion 2nd Armored Division in the Aleutian Islands during WWII after graduation from high school. After returning home, he helped his father on the family farm in Swanton. Later enrolled at the University of Nebraska. In recent years he has owned and operated several businesses in North Platte.
Victor was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Ladd, Anton, Mike, and Aldrich Hormandl, sisters, Olga Pivonka, Victoria Hormandl, and Velesta Kubicek.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce, son, Gary (Linda) Hormandl, daughter, Susie (Gary) Huber, grandson, Tony (Lindsay) Hormandl, and great-grandsons, Brixton and Brooks Hormandl. Services will be 1:00 pm Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Burial will be at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.
Omaha massage therapist charged with sex assaults
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — An Omaha massage therapist has been accused of sexually assaulting women during their appointments at a spa.
Court records say 62-year-old Melvin Buffington Jr. is charged with two counts of sexual assault. Police say more charges are expected. Douglas County Jail records show he remained in custody Wednesday. The court records don’t list the name of an attorney who could comment for Buffington.
The records say a woman reported Feb. 11 that she was assaulted at the Oasis Massage & Spa on Jan. 12, and another woman reported that she was assaulted by Buffington on Feb. 15 during her appointment.
Police say the spa is cooperating with investigators.
Eastern Nebraska district cancels classes after 2nd threat
PLATTSMOUTH, Neb. (AP) — Classes in an eastern Nebraska district have been canceled after two threats of school attacks.
The first threat was reported in a joint statement Tuesday from Plattsmouth Community Schools and the Cass County Sheriff’s Office. The statement says investigators determined that a 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy were planning an attack on Plattsmouth High School. The statement says “the weapon that they had intended to use has been accounted for and has been secured.” The two students remain in the custody of their parents and have been banned from school grounds.
Their names haven’t been released.
The district posted later Tuesday on its website that classes had been canceled Wednesday so authorities could investigate a second threat against the school.
Knights claim 7th straight NCCAC crown with road win over McCook
McCook – The North Platte Community College Knights basketball team overcame a slow start to defeat the McCook Community College Indians, 75-63 on Tuesday night at the Peter and Dolores Graff Events Center.
The Indians started off quickly and built up a 22-10 lead and led at 30-20 lead. The Knights went on a 12-2 run to tie the score at 32 at the half. The Knights scored the first six points of the second half to take a 38-32 lead and did not trail for the remainder of the game. The Knights built up a 15 point lead at 68-53 for their biggest lead of the game.
The win clinched the Nebraska Community College Athletic Conference title. The Knights have won or shared a portion of the NCCAC title for the past seven season.
The Knights are 14-11 overall and 5-1 in the NCCAC. They are also 7-7 in Region IX South Sub-Region play. Godfrey Rolle led the Knights with 21 points. Rolle is now 27th on the Knights all-time career scoring list with 877 points. Jakub Karwowski was the only other Knight to score in double figures with 19 points. Karwowski had a double-double with 11 rebounds.
The Indians dropped to 17-11 overall, 4-2 in the NCCAC, and 5-9 in Region IX South Sub-Region play. Peanut Cunningham led the Indians with 24 points and nine rebounds. Isaiah Richardson contributed 13 points.
The Knights are in action on Friday, Feb 23 when they host Eastern Wyoming College at the McDonald – Belton Gymnasium. Tip-off is set for 7:30 pm.
The game will be broadcast on ESPN 1410 radio and on the Internet at www.northplattepost.com. The game will be live-streamed at www.npccknights.com.
Lady Knights sweep McCook behind big night from Naria Hall
McCook – The North Platte Community College Lady Knights defeated the McCook Community College Lady Indians on Tuesday night, 93-88, in a Nebraska Community College Athletic Conference game to complete the season sweep of the Lady Indians.
The Lady Knights had not swept the Lady Indians since the 2011-2012 season.
The Lady Indians jumped out to a 21-10 lead to start the game. The Lady Knights outscored the Lady Indians 12-4 the remainder of the quarter to trail the Lady Indians 25-22 at the end of the first quarter. Alyiah Foote scored 13 of the the Lady Indians 25 first quarter points.
The Lady Indians continued to hold the lead at the beginning of the second quarter, increasing their lead to 30-22 before the Lady Knights went on a 10-2 run to tie the score at 32 points each. The Lady Knights took the lead on a pair of free throws by Naria Hall at 34-32.
The teams traded leads and were tied at 40 when the Lady Indians outscored the Lady Knights 8-6 to take a 48-46 halftime lead.
In the third quarter, the Lady Knights went on a 15-6 run to take a seven point lead at 61-54. The Lady Indians rallied to lead at the end of the third quarter 72-70.
In the fourth quarter, the Lady Knights were able to tie the game at 79 each. They put the seal on the game by going on an 8-0 run to lead 87-79 and held on for the win.
In the game there were nine lead changes and 10 ties.
The Lady Knights are now 4-20 and 2-4 in the NCCAC. Hall led the Lady Knights in scoring with a career high 29 points. Three other Lady Knights scored in double figures with 16 points each by Allison Tichy, Natatabaa Nacona and Jamesia Holliman. Hall had a double-double by grabbing 10 rebounds.
Tichy continued to move up the all-time scoring list, passing Lesllie Stillmock and tying Courtney Widick for 20th place with 570 career points.
The Lady Indians are 6-22 overall and 2-4 in the NCCAC. Foote led the Lady Indians with 40 points. Brooke Jamison had 17 points and Sam Hinkle finished with 12 points. Foote had eight rebounds to lead the Lady Indians.
The Lady Knights are next in action on Friday, Feb 23 against Eastern Wyoming. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30 pm.
The game will be broadcast on the radio at ESPN 1410 and on the Internet at www.northplattepost.com. It will also be live-streamed at www.npccknights.com.
Nebraska property tax bill likely stuck in committee
LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A measure designed to reduce Nebraska property tax bills appears to be stuck in a legislative committee as its supporters focus on a ballot petition drive.
The Revenue Committee considered the proposal during an executive session Tuesday but did not bring it up for a vote. Sen. Jim Smith of Papillion, the committee chairman, says he doesn’t think it has enough support to advance for debate in the full Legislature.
The measure by Sen. Steve Erdman of Bayard would have provided a refundable income tax credit to offset what property pay on their school district property taxes.
Erdman says he didn’t expect the bill to pass when he introduced it, but he wanted to try. He’s also part of a petition drive to place the issue on the November ballot.