Dale Edwin Kirts, age 84 of North Platte, passed away Saturday September 8, 2018 at Centennial Park Nursing Home.

Dale “Eddie” was born September 9, 1933 in Sutherland, NE to Willard Lewis and Zelma Gertrude (Gress) Kirts.  He grew up in North Platte and attended North Platte High School.  He entered the US Navy, serving from 1951 until 1955 during the Korean conflict at airfields around the world; he received 2 commendations for his service.  After his discharge he returned to North Platte and met Willa Pease at the local skating rink; they were married December 1, 1956 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church.  Dale went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad as a CTC Signal Maintainer and retired after 42 years of service.  In his younger days he enjoyed hunting, he loved sports, especially pro football, and took excellent care of his yard.

Dale is survived by his wife Willa; children Kim Dermer of North Platte, Pam Youngs of North Platte, Jeff (Jennifer Bosche) Kirts of Colorado Springs, CO, Steve (Julie Ann) Kirts of Ames, IA, and Pat (Lana) Kirts of Papillion, NE; grandchildren Matthew Dermer, Jeremy Dermer, Chelsey Spady, Jacob Kirts, Tanner Kirts, Hunter Kirts, Sarah Kirts, Kyle Kirts, Connor Kirts, Spencer Kirts, Haley Kirts, and Landon Kirts; 7 great grandchildren; as well as other extended family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Willard and Zelma Kirts; daughters Angela, Teresa and Joanne; and sister Donna Hein.

Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Cremation was chosen and graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday September 13, 2018 at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery with Reverend Richard Karr officiating.  Those wishing to do so may sign the register book from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Wednesday September 12, 2018 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

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Sanford Dean ‘Sandy’ Arnold, 75, of Arizona, formerly of Sutherland, died Sunday, August 19, 2018, in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Sanford was born September 15, 1942, in Sutherland to Leonard and Nora Catherine (Miller) Arnold.  He grew up in Sutherland where he graduated from high school in 1961.  Sandy enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1964 and served three years.

On December 12, 1964, Sandy was united in marriage to his childhood sweetheart, Michele ‘Mike’ Flannigan, in Sutherland. Since he was still serving in the military, the couple lived in Schwabach, Germany for two years and enjoyed traveling throughout Europe during this time.

Following his discharge in January 1967 they returned to Sutherland and eventually moved into the Arnold family home in ’75. Sandy hired on with the Union Pacific Railroad and worked until retiring as an engineer.  He loved working and liked what he did. He was also a member of the Sutherland American Legion Otto V. Johnson Post #208.

Sandy and Mike were blessed with two children, Megan and Dana, and enjoyed over 39 years of marriage when Mike passed away in 2004.  In 2010 Sandy moved to Arizona to be closer to his daughter, Megan.  While in Arizona he was able to spend time and make lasting memories with his grandson, Braxton, which they both loved.  Sandy had a heart of gold and will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his children, Megan (Michael) Wuertz, of Scottsdale, AZ, and Dana (Amber) Arnold, of The Woodlands, TX; grandchildren, Braxton Wuertz and Elleri, Eben and Emslie Arnold; sisters-in-law, Pat Echternkamp, of Seattle, WA, Judy (Larry) Sheppard, of Denver, CO, and Jane Patnaude, of Elk Point, SD; as well as many nieces, nephews and other family.

Along with his wife, Mike, Sandy was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Nora; brother and sister-in-law, Vance and Marge Arnold; nephew, Don Arnold; and in-laws, James ‘Big Jim’ and Florence Flannigan.

Cremation was chosen.  Memorial Service will be 1 p.m.  Friday, September 21, 2018, at the Sutherland Presbyterian Church with Vicar JA Welsh officiating.  A private family inurnment with military honors will be in the Riverview Cemetery.  Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com or from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.

Donald Dean Dike, age 79 of North Platte, passed away Saturday September 8, 2018 at the Sutherland Care Center.

Don was born on June 4, 1939 in North Platte to Carl Donald and Hazel (Ross) Dike.  The eldest of eight children, Don grew up on a farm south of Sutherland, lettering in football.  On August 30, 1959 he married his best friend, Beverly Viola Newman-Stellman.  From this marriage came three children, Victoria Dee, Penny Ann, and Dean Ray.  In the early years, Don worked as an electrician for the OPPD out of Omaha and raised his young family in Arlington, NE.  He was a Volunteer Fireman and spent many weekends traveling with his friends and family to other small towns to compete in Water Barrel Competitions against opposing Volunteer Fire Companies.  In 1971 Don and Beverly returned to North Platte to be nearer to family.  They purchased and operated Jeffers Upholstery and CoverCo.  He was instrumental in the resurgence of the annual Dike Family Picnic held in Cody Park.  Don, his father Carl, and his youngest brother Ron and their families cut the trees and paved the path into the Sutherland Reservoir North West beach area for his family to enjoy many years of camping, boating, swimming and skiiing together.

In 1975 Don and Bev and their children gave their hearts to Jesus Christ.  Don and Bev were very evangelistic.  Once God poured His love into Don and Bev’s hearts, their lives were changed forever, and many extended family members also came to know Jesus.  In 1979, after Jeffers Upholstery burnt down, they purchased the Comforter Inn Motel.  This investment fizzled out, and after 28 years of marriage Don and Bev ended their marriage.  Don’s love for the Lord continued.  He became an ordained minister with the Open Bible Church.

He met and married Marjorie Joan “Joanie” Anderson on January 8, 1991.  They travelled to New Mexico to work and share the gospel.  Don and Joanie’s marriage ended.  Don is remembered fondly by his grandchildren as being a hard worker.  “You’re burning daylight!” was often heard.  “Eat your dessert first” was a way of life with Don.  He loved people and was a salesman at heart.  He had a vacuum sales and repair shop in Hastings, NE.  Next Don saw the country as an over the road truck driver.  Lastly, he opened a grain hauling truck company, The Way Express, with a buddy, Peter Van Stell in Cozad, NE.  In the most recent years, as his health began to fail, he returned to North Platte to live near his children and in an answer to prayer, was spoiled by his caregivers including Connie, Faye, and his first wife, and best friend, Beverly.

Don’s loved ones that remain include his children Penny Dike and Dean (Deb) Dike; grandchildren Anthony Dean Dike, Kendra Anne Dike and Raymond Keith Dike; great grandchild Nathanial Wray Friesell; siblings Marion (Donna) Dike, Twila Dike, Judy Dike, Lois McConnell, Mary (Wilber) Medberry, Lyle (Sharon) Dike, Ron (Sue) Dike; 23 nieces and nephews and their spouses and children and grandchildren; and his cousins and their families.

Don is preceded in death by his daughter Vicky; parents Carl and Hazel Dike; brothers Ivan and Dale Dike; brother-in-law Forest McConnell; and sister-in-law Christina Dike.

Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  A celebration of Don’s life will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday September 13, 2018 at the North Platte Berean Church.  Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Marjorie Jean Linder died Friday, September 7, 2018 at GP Health following a brief illness.

Marj was born July 17, 1925, in Guthrie County, Iowa to John Wells McCool and Mildred Forseman McCool. She attended rural schools in Bayard, Iowa and graduated from Bayard Senior High School in 1943. She was her graduating class Valedictorian. Marj taught school in Iowa and was attending summer school when she met and married Dave Nuzum in 1946. She has lived in North Platte since 1969. She married Ralph Linder in 1972.

Marj worked at Mutual Building and Loan, retiring in 1984. She was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary and held an office for many years. Marj was a devoted member of First United Methodist Church and served as a member of the collection plate counting team for over 20 years. She loved quilting and sewing and was a member of the Flying Needles Quilting Group for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program. She also served many hours as an RSVP volunteer.

Marj is survived by her 4 children: John (Kathleen) Nuzum of Gillette, Wyo.; Janet (Ken) Mescher of Shingle Springs, Calif; Kathy Nuzum Strain of Citrus Heights, Calif; Kent (Denise) Nuzum of Antelope, Calif; and her stepchildren: Cindi Linder Stevens of Gothenburg and Dave Linder of North Platte. She is survived by two brothers and one sister. Her family includes many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great greatgrandchildren. In her final years Marj was also loved and supported by her stepson, Dave Linder and family friend, Jane McCrone.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Dave Nuzum and husband Ralph Linder along with a brother, sisters in law and a step granddaughter.

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Cremation was chosen. A graveside service at Fort McPherson is planned for a future date. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.