Jerry Lynn Moore, age 65, of North Platte, NE, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 8, 2016, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.

Jerry was born June 27, 1951, to Herman Wellman and Pearl Violet Kelsey Moore at Kearney, NE, where he grew up and attended school. In 1970 Jerry enlisted in the U.S. Army then re-enlisted in 1972 for another two years and was stationed in Germany for a year.

Following his discharge, Jerry returned to Kearney then moved to North Platte in 1979. He spent his remaining years driving a truck, which he thoroughly enjoyed. Jerry drove for Western Engineering for 18 years then for Schaben Sanitation, retiring from there at the age of 62.

In 1969 Jerry married Carol Sheen in Kearney and to this union two daughters, Jeannette and Wanda, were born. Jerry and Carol later divorced. In 2004 he married Brenda Rasmussen and they later divorced but remained very close friends.

Aside from his work, Jerry’s other great love in life was his guitar and singing country songs, especially at gatherings. He also loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and with friends. Jerry enjoyed fishing, camping and riding motorcycles.

He is survived by his daughters, Jeannette (Shawn) Allen, of Holdrege, NE, and Wanda Lawver, of Palmyra, NE; sister, Bonnie Anderson, of North Platte; his special friend, Brenda Rasmussen, and stepdaughter, Nicole Rasmussen (Gary), of North Platte; four grandchildren, Colby (Cori) Trofholz, Kendra (Dustin) Foster, Elizabeth Lawver and Matthew Gusman; two step-grandsons, Jayden Rasmussen and Joseph Cooper; great-granddaughter, Kayla Trofholz; as well as his many friends, including Steve Manthei, and daughter, Denise; and several nieces, nephews and other family.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Pearl; brothers, Kenny and Hermie Moore; and sisters, Ramona Moore and Gloria Alley.

Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 14, 2016, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with Chaplain Gary Smith officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may also be shared at odeanchapel.com.

Robert “Bob” Rudloff, age 77, of North Platte, passed away September 5, 2016 at the University of Colorado Health in Aurora, CO. He was born March 6, 1939 in Crawford, NE to Joe H. and Gladys H. (Lux) Rudloff. Bob graduated from Sargent High School in 1956 and then later served in the United States Navy until his discharge in 1963. He married Patricia Parker and to this union five children were born. Bob worked as an electrician for Bell Systems in California and in the North Platte area. He was united in marriage to Gwen Masters on February 24, 1986. Bob retired from AT&T in 2001 but he continued to pursue his interests in agriculture and cattle. A talented musician, Bob was a lead guitar player in various country bands in the area up until his retirement. He was an avid model railroader, a John Deere enthusiast and spent as much time on the lake fishing as he could work into his schedule. A lifelong hunter and nature lover, he took up bird watching during the last few years. Survivors include his wife, Gwen; sons: Joe Summers, Rob (Krista) Rudloff, and Nathan Rudloff; daughter: Sara Rudloff; brother: John Rudloff; three grandchildren: Thomas, Theresa, and Mykell; mother-in-law: Eunice Masters, and other extended family. Bob was preceded in death by his mother and father, infant brother and his daughter Pamela Summers. Memorials are suggested to the Salvation Army, Maywood Christian Church, or to the donor’s choice. Memorial graveside services will be 3:00 pm Friday, September 16, 2016 at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell, NE with military honors. The family request casual wear and absolutely no neck ties. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Thursday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel which is in care of arrangements.