Tanja Smith, 46, of North Platte, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2017, at her home.

She was born September 9, 1970 in Phoenix, AZ to Doris (Horinek) Wilson. She graduated from North Platte High School in 1989. Tanja was united in marriage to Craig S. Smith March 10, 1990 in North Platte. The family lived all over the United States with the most amount of time being spent in Cookeville, TN, before returning to North Platte.  She received her bachelor’s degree through AIU in organizational psychology. She was most recently employed by Suntrust Bank. Tanja loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed scrapbooking and caring for their beloved pets Mia, Jake and Gracie.

She was preceded in death by her father, Jimmy; her father-in-law, Dennis Smith; and her pets, Basil and Goliath. She is survived by her husband, Craig of North Platte;  daughters, Kaili R. (Lt. Nicholas) Hall of Durham, NC and Morgan C. Smith of North Platte; her mother, Doris (Dee) Wilson of North Platte; a brother, Tony (Kelly) Wilson of Laguna Nigel, CA; a sister, Tammy Henery of Creighton, NE; her mother-in-law, Nilser (Nan)  Smith of North Platte; her brothers-in-law, Brian Smith (Erin Jevons-Lee) of Valley Village, CA and Kirk Smith of Grand Island, NE.

A memorial has been established in her memory. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Cremation was chosen. Those wishing to sign her memorial book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Graveside service will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday, January 23, 2017, at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Robert Faylin Mills, age 37, of North Platte, NE, died Sunday, January 15, 2017, in North Platte.

Robert was born February 22, 1979, to Robert Duane and Pamela Sue Finch Mills in North Platte where he grew up and attended school. Robert was later employed by Tyson Foods in Lexington, NE, and Star House Moving in Grant, NE. He also did painting, dry walling and other jobs.

Robert married Stephanie Sheets in Cheyenne, WY, and they later divorced. He then married Shawnda Petty in North Platte.

Robert enjoyed camping and was an avid fisherman. He also liked playing cards, driving fast cars and working on motorcycles. Robert was a talented artist as well as a good bowler.

He is survived by his father, Robert Mills, and mother and stepfather, Pam and Kirk Szwanek, all of North Platte; children, Robert Mills, Jr., of Cheyenne, and Robbie Mills III and Starr Mills, of North Platte; stepsons, Gavin and Gage Sheets, of Cheyenne and Devon Petty, of North Platte; grandmother, Arleen Young, and step grandparents, Adrian and Mary Szwanek, all of North Platte; sisters, Tara Mills (Julio Sturghill), of Memphis, TN, and Heather Mills (friend, Gary Oeltjen), of Juniata, NE; best friend, Allyn McKinzie, of North Platte; nieces and nephews, Adam Canell, Jacob Trejo, Sabrina Mills Torres, Samantha Mills DeCent, Sydney Reed, Destaney Mills and Angel Mills Behrens; aunt, Tracy Finch, of Lexington, NE; and other family.

Robert was preceded in death by his grandparents, Faylin Finch and Duane L. and Mary A. Mills; step grandfather, James Young; and stepmother, Sharon Mills.

Cremation was chosen. Memorial Service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore. The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers the family has established a memorial.

Pollyanna Dalby, 84, of Waxhaw, North Carolina, formerly of North Platte, passed away Jan. 15, 2017, with her family by her side. Our feisty mom is feisty again with her Savior.

Pollyanna was born on March 17, 1933, to Leland and Evelyn Leach in Arcaida.

On Oct. 1, 1950, she married the love of her live, Willis Dalby. Pollyanna had a nursing career and was a missionary in Africa. They settled in North Platte when her kids were older and bought the Dariet Motel and laundry mats. Then retired and moved to Waxhaw, where they volunteered at the JAARS Center.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother; granddaughter, Devin Smith; and great-great-grandson, Thatta Baird.

Pollyanna is survived by her husband, Willis; her sister, June; her kids, Patty (Lindy) Smith, Caroline (Bob) Thomas, Dina (Marlin) Trisdale, Jimmy (Gail) Dalby, Heidi (Steve) Roberts and Gary (Lori Ann) Dalby; and numerous grandkids.

She chose to donate her body to science. Services will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 21, at Waxhaw Bible Church, 6810 Pleasant Grove Road.

Anthony B. Hernandez, “AB”, age 66, formerly of Hershey, NE, passed away peacefully at home with his family in Omaha, NE on Tuesday January 17, 2017.

Tony was born in Hershey NE on June 7, 1950 to Ned and Adela (Reyes) Hernandez. He was a graduate of the 1968 class of Hershey High School. Tony served in the US Army and after discharge earned an Associate’s Degree at Central Community College in Hastings NE. Tony was united in marriage to Debra L. Meyer in Hastings, NE on December 27, 1975. He worked as a switchman on the Union Pacific Railroad for 34 years, retiring in July of 2010. In his spare time, he enjoyed coaching youth sports, listening to music, reading newspapers and dancing.

Tony is survived by his wife Debra; sons Nathaniel Hernandez and Adrian (Julia) Hernandez; grandsons Henry and Truman; siblings Gilbert, Leroy and Mike Hernandez and Belle Soto; as well as many other extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Virginia Reyes; and brother Rudy Hernandez.

Memorials are suggested in his name to the Arbor Day Foundation and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Saturday January 21, 2017 at the Quality Inn and Suites in North Platte. Hors d’oeuvres, drinks and dancing to follow. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family with local arrangements.