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Nebraska buildings housed Japanese-Americans during WWII

Posted on June 26, 2017

BOYS TOWN, Neb. (AP) — Some houses being torn down to make way for commercial development in eastern Nebraska once sheltered Japanese-Americans escaping forced internment on the West Coast after the United States entered World War II.

The houses and surrounding buildings amid farmland west of Boys Town are giving way to a $1.2 billion entertainment, residential and retail district.

Boys Town orphanage founder Father Edward Flanagan urged Japanese-Americans to come live in the homes shortly after they were built in the early 1940s. Flanagan found them jobs on campus or helped them establish new lives in cities outside of Omaha.

Boys Town Director of Community Programs Tom Lynch says more than 200 relocated Japanese-Americans spent time in the town during the war, with about 30 living on campus.

Century-old letter appears in Lincoln mail carrier’s stack

Posted on June 26, 2017

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — A Lincoln mail carrier faced an impossible task earlier this month when he found a letter sent more than 100 years ago in his pile.

The letter with a 2-cent stamp showed up in the pile of mail Larry Schultz was sorting for his route in the area June 14. Its recipient, Grace Wheeler, died in 1947, and her family home was torn down in 1965 to make way for the Nebraska Capitol’s south parking lot.

The three-page letter from Wheeler’s daughter, Margaret Casady, was mailed from Des Moines, Iowa, on June 1, 1914. It’s unknown how it appeared in Schultz’s stack and has been sent to other family members.

Nebraska companies join effort to connect youths to careers

Posted on June 26, 2017

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Three Nebraska companies are joining a state program intended to expose the state’s youths to manufacturing and technology careers.

Aulick Industries in Scottsbluff, Becton Dickinson in Broken Bow and Cyclonaire of York were all chosen as recipients of the 2017 Nebraska Developing Youth Talent Initiative Grant Awards. Gov. Pete Ricketts announced the winners Monday in a press conference.

Ricketts proposed the program in 2015 to help forge partnerships between private industries and public schools. The program gives seventh and eighth graders a hands-on learning experience in industries that are important to the state’s economic development.

Ricketts says many of the jobs offer good salaries for people who want to start work straight out of high school rather than attending a four-year university.

New York man involved in brawl sentenced to Nebraska prison

Posted on June 26, 2017

AUBURN, Neb. (AP) — A former Peru State College basketball player has been given one to six years in a Nebraska prison for his role in a brawl.

Jeffland Neverson, of Brooklyn, New York, was sentenced last week in Nemaha County District Court in Auburn. He’d pleaded no contest and was convicted of felony assault. Prosecutors dropped two related charges in exchange. The judge credited him with 106 days already served in jail.

Authorities say the crimes occurred after a fight broke out Sept. 17 last year about a block from the Peru State stadium in Peru, which is 56 miles (89 kilometers) south of Omaha. Several Peru State football and basketball players were involved. At least three of the athletes required medical treatment.

Marilyn M. Maseberg

Posted on June 26, 2017

Marilyn M. Maseberg, 92, of North Platte, was called home June 15, 2017, by her Savior.

She was born on Aug. 12, 1924, to William H. and Bertha Jackson Hunt in Dickens. She graduated from North Platte High School in 1942.

Marilyn worked for Union Pacific Railroad as a telegraph operator-agent on Sherman Hill in Wyoming from 1943-45, while four of her brothers served in World War II. She attended the University of Wyoming and the University of Nebraska.

She married Millard Maseberg on Aug. 30, 1948. They resided on a ranch near Thedford. In addition to ranching, she ran a rural mail route and raised eight children.

She served as Thomas County clerk from 1983-95. Upon retirement, she returned to North Platte, participating in RSVP, Bible studies, church and community activities. She continued honing her wonderful writing skills.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and five brothers, Dale, Don, Harold, Darrell and Francis.

Survivors include her eight children, Marlene of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Mike of Huntley, Montana, Phil (Cindy Shryock) of Longmont, Colorado, twins, Brian (Tammy) of Lakewood, Colorado, and Barbara of Houston, Texas, twins, Tim (Betty) of Thedford, and Gregg (Deborah) of Macksville, Kansas, and Dwight (Marlene Moore) of Wallace; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Virginia Tuft of Denver.

Her faith in the Lord Jesus Christ held her steady and on course throughout her life. While loved ones mourn, we who believe do not grieve as those who have no hope because we believe Jesus died and rose again and believers will live eternally with the Lord when Jesus returns. I Thessalonians 4:13-18

Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com.

Services will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 22, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, with a lunch following. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Terrill George Nichols

Posted on June 26, 2017

Terrill George Nichols, of Greeley, passed away June 21, 2017, at his home following a courageous four-year battle with colon cancer.

Terry was born on Aug. 25, 1945, in North Platte to Howard and Georgene Nichols, joining his three older brothers, Charles, Kirk and David Nichols. He grew up in North Platte and graduated from North Platte High School.

He served in the Army Reserves. Terry moved to Colorado as a young adult for employment opportunities.

He married Bonnie (Daniels) Nichols on Sept. 24, 1974, in Boulder, Colorado. They later moved to Greeley to raise their family. He attended Greeley Wesleyan Church.

Terry’s career in office equipment spanned 40 years, of which many were as owner of Nichols Business Machines Sales and Service. He also worked for Sears, Hugh M. Woods, Walmart, Home Depot and R.R. Donnelley.

One of his greatest joys was the many years he spent as a Santa’s helper at Christmas time. He loved auctions, garage sales, collecting clocks and trains and spending time in Florida. He was an extremely sociable person and loved talking to just about anyone about anything — especially about his children and granddaughters. He will be missed by many.

Terry was preceded in death by his parents; brother, David; and sister-in-law, Mary Nichols.

Terry is survived by his wife, Bonnie; daughter, Mindy (Rodney) Marshall; granddaughter, Eleanor Marshall, Kersey; son, Christopher (Amber) Nichols; granddaughters, Bergen Gallegos, Cooper Gallegos and Rachael Nichols; daughter, Marcy (Colin) McWhorter; granddaughters, Abigail, Emily, Isabelle and Samantha McWhorter, of Orlando, Florida; son, Mark (Majel) Nichols; and granddaughters, Lily and Ivy Nichols.

Memorials are suggested to your local food bank in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13th St., Greeley, CO 80631. Online condolences may be shared at allnutt.com.

Services will be at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, at the Allnutt Macy Chapel. Cremation will follow. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Monday, June 26, at the Allnutt Macy Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

Elma G. Naviaux Newman Death Notice

Posted on June 26, 2017

Elma G. Naviaux Newman, 101, formerly of North Platte, died June 20, 2017, in Omaha. Services will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 30, at the North Platte Cemetery with Pastor Steve Nofel officiating. Cremation was chosen. The memorial book may be signed at the graveside. Online condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com. Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Robert “Bob” Cooley

Posted on June 26, 2017

Robert “Bob” Cooley, 91, passed away June 16, 2017, from complications due to Parkinson’s.

He was born in Chicago and was reared primarily in Hershey.

Bob served in the U.S. Navy in both World War II and Korea, after which he joined At&T, working for the company his entire career. He was active in the American Legion, at one point serving as commander of Post No. 1 in Omaha.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Marie Antoinette “Toni” Laferrier Cooley; and his wife, Genevieve “Jimi” Seaburg Cooley.

He is survived by his daughters, Sheryl Cooley and Sandra Gleason; and grandson, Robert Bates.

Memorials are suggested to the Wounded Warriors Project.

Services will be in August at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.

Leonard F. Buhrman

Posted on June 26, 2017

Leonard F. Buhrman, 89, of Grand Island passed away June 22, 2017, at Wedgewood Care Center in Grand Island.

Leonard was born on April 9, 1928, in Grand Island, the youngest son of Louis and Augusta (Schwenck) Buhrman.

Leonard was raised in Greeley, where he graduated from Sacred Heart Catholic High School. Although he earned a Regent Scholarship, Leonard enlisted instead in the U.S. Army on Jan. 8, 1951. He served in Korea, having earned a Bronze Star. He was honorably discharged from the Army on Aug. 9, 1962, but continued for 20 years in the Army Reserves.

On Sept. 21, 1950, he was united in marriage to Mary Leonard at St. Mary’s Cathedral. The couple made their home in Grand Island, where Leonard was employed as a conductor engineer for Union Pacific Railroad and in his free time, was also a master plumber. Leonard and Mary were blessed with daughters, Kathy, Connie, Jean Ann, Jeannette and Patty, and sons, Richard and Bill. In 1973, Leonard was transferred to North Platte, where he continued as a conductor for UPRR and owned and operated Buhrman Plumbing in North Platte and Grand Island.

After 51 years of service for Union Pacific Railroad, he was finally convinced to retire. Not one to be idle, he filled his days with keeping up with all of his grandchildren and extended family as well as his longtime friends and his faith. Leonard was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Moose Lodge and Elks Lodge, and American Legion. He had a wonderful memory and enjoyed playing cards. He was an expert at crossword puzzles and was an avid reader of western novels. Leonard was very personable and always made the effort to stay in touch with his friends and family.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary; two daughters, Jean Ann Buhrman and Jeannette Murrain; and brother, Bob Buhrman.

Leonard is survived by his children, Kathy Buhrman of Aurora, Colorado, Connie (Bill) Niles of Hastings, Patty (Don) McBride of Grand Island, Richard (Vickie) Buhrman of Gretna and Bill (Lisa) Buhrman of Council Bluffs, Iowa; 14 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and lifelong friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Grand Island Central Catholic High School. Online condolences may be shared at giallfaiths.com.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, June 27, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with Father Donald Buhrman and Father Marty Egging officiating. Burial will be at 2 p.m. at Fort McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors by North Platte Honor Guard and U.S. Army Honor Guard. A Celebration of Life gathering will be from 5-7 p.m. on Monday, June 26, at All Faiths Funeral Home, Grand Island. Christian wake will follow at 7 p.m. All Faiths Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Shirley Jean Carlson

Posted on June 26, 2017

Shirley Jean Carlson, age 87 of North Platte, passed away Friday June 23, 2017 at North Platte Care Center.

Shirley was born on November 14, 1929 in North Platte, to Charles and Lydia (Castor) Beavers. She grew up in Brady and graduated from Brady High School before marrying Harold Carlson in 1949. The couple resided in North Platte and to their union 3 children were born. She worked as a nurse’s aide at St. Mary’s Hospital. Shirley enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and will be greatly missed.

Shirley is survived by her daughter Jeanne Anderson of Gothenburg; son Harold of Kimball, NE; 4 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; and sister LaVonne Foss Hammond of IN.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son Michael Carlson; grandson Timothy Anderson; sisters Lila Sadi and Stella Cain; and brothers Harold, Gerald and Eugene Beavers.

Memorials are suggested in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday June 27, 2017 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Smith officiating. Inurnment will follow at North Platte Cemetery. Those wishing to do so may sign the register book from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday June 26, 2017 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.