Robert Edward Lannon, age 70 of North Platte, passed away Monday March 25, 2019 at his home.

Bob was born October 17, 1948 in North Platte to Edward and Katherine (Leonard) Lannon.  He attended St. Patrick’s Catholic Schools before transferring to North Platte Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1968.  He entered the US Army in 1968 and after his discharge was married to Sheila Speck.  To their union Kim, Jason and Tara were born.  He went to work for the Union Pacific Railroad first as a brakeman, then as a conductor, retiring in 2001.  Bob had a great sense of humor that he shared with everyone.  He enjoyed Husker football, the mountains, and taking long drives.  He also enjoyed his job, was a train enthusiast, and was interested in WWII and read many books.  He spent time watching his kids’ and grandkids’ activities and loved his family most of all.

Robert is survived by his children Kimberly Baxter of Scottsbluff, Jason (Carma) Lannon of North Platte, Tara Joneson of San Diego, CA; grandchildren Warren (Mikayla) Lannon of North Platte, Brandon Baxter of Hasting, Kaitlin Lannon of Colorado Springs; siblings Jane (Max) Monroe of Marietta, GA, Mary Lannon of Aurora, CO, Tom (RaeEllen) Lannon of North Platte, Ann (Brian) George of Stafford, VA, Jim (Nancy) Lannon of Colorado Springs; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Edward Lannon and Katherine Wilkinson; step father Harley Wilkinson; grandson Alexander Lannon; and sister Nancy (Robert “Mac”) McDonald.

Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Christian Wake Services will be 7:00 p.m. Thursday March 28, 2019 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 2:00 p.m. Friday March 29, 2019 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with Reverend Josh Brown as Celebrant.  Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.    Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Theresa Coyle of Gothenburg, Nebraska, died on March 24, 2019 at her home in Gothenburg at the age of 49.

Theresa was born  on March 3, 1970 in Broken Bow, Nebraska to Dr. Joseph and Loretta (Doody) Coyle.  She graduated in 1988 from Omaha Marian High School.  She attended college at Kansas State University, where she played golf for four years.  She earned her degree in Accounting.  She worked in corporate America for 12 years before returning to school to earn her degree in teaching.  At the time of here death, Theresa was a high school Math teacher at Cozad High School in Cozad, Nebraska.

Theresa had many passions in her life.  She was an avid golfer who competed all over the state, making friends everywhere she went.  in 2018, she was inducted into the Omaha Marian High Hall of Fame.  She loved collecting anything “Snoopy” and loved to entertain her friends and students with her dancing skills.  Theresa was a beloved teacher in Springview, Maywood, and Cozad, and was determined to help young people succeed.  Her incredible sense of humor and compassion made her a favorite among all of her students.  She was incredibly generous to everyone she knew and preferred to remain anonymous.

Theresa was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Michael, and many beloved relatives.  Survivors include her sister Colleen and husband Mark of Tampa Bay, Florida; brother Patrick and wife Missy of Fort Worth, Texas; niece Macy Potts; nephews Brandon Potts, Clay and Cooper Coyle; and her aunt, Sister Mary Jo Coyle of Kansas City, Kansas.  She is also survived by many, many firends and students whose lives she inspired.

Services will be Friday, March 29, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Good Counsel, 1914 Avenue J in Gothenburg with Father Jorge Canela offficiating.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 29, 2019 from 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel at 629 Tenth Street in Gothenburg.

Memorials may be directed to the family in her name for a later designation.  Online condolences may be shared at www.blasestrauser.com

Betty J. Thalken, age 91, of North Platte passed away peacefully on Wednesday March 13, 2019 at Great Plains Health surrounded by her loving daughters.

Betty (Hoefer) Thalken was born April 7, 1927 on a farm outside of Sutherland, NE to Henry and Margaret (Jochum) Hoefer.  She attended Star School south of Hershey until it closed in 1942 and then the family moved to North Platte where she attended St. Patrick’s Catholic High School, graduating with the class of 1944.  She married John “Jack” Thalken on April 7, 1947 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church and the two shared a blessed life together for nearly 70 years.  Betty was a lifetime member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church and enjoyed volunteering at Great Plains Medical Center, AARP, RSVP, and the Bargain Bin. She was a member of the Altar Society and Catholic Daughters and was the funeral salad lady for many, many years.  Everyone was always welcome in their loving home and Betty’s greatest joy was her large family and her faith.

Betty is survived by her son, David (Bette) Thalken of Granbury, TX; daughters, Cindy (Bill) Mills of North Platte, Deb Thalken of Peoria, AZ; Pat (Phil) Bahl of Omaha, Mary (Blake) Gigax of Hayes Center, and Diana (Terry) McCarty of North Platte; 21 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and her special friends at Linden Estates.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Margaret Hoefer; husband John “Jack” Thalken; son Stephen J. Thalken; brothers Roman and Quentin; sisters Frieda Tepley, Irma Pueppka, Ione Dwyer, Callista Binegar, Jean Mueller, and June Kerkman; and many brothers and sisters-in-law.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools Endowment Trust and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Christian Wake Services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday March 29, 2019 prior to Mass of Christian Burial which will be 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with the Reverend Josh Brown as Celebrant.

Inurnment will take place 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 1, 2019 at Ft.  McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell.

Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Thursday March 28, 2019 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Lavonne Jean Peterson, 87, of Gothenburg passed away March 25, 2019 at Stone Hearth Estates in Gothenburg, Nebraska.

Visitation will take place at Blase-Strauser Memorial Chapel, 620 Tenth Street, Gothenburg on Friday, April 5, 2019 from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Family members will be present from 5 to 7 p.m.

Funeral services will be conducted at the Evangelical Free Church, 1721 Lake Ave, Gothenburg, Nebraska  on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Robert Litzenberger & Rev. Scott Newman officiating. Interment will follow at the New Hope Cemetery in Gothenburg.

Memorials are suggested to KJLT, P.O. Box 709, North Platte, NE 69102,  Gideons International, P.O. Box 133, Gothenburg, NE 69138 or Avant Ministries (Spain Camp), 10000 North Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64155.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.blasestrauser.com

Jacinda Rae (Peterson) Wilkins, age 51 of rural Arnold passed away at her home March 21 surrounded by her family.  The mother of Casey and Laykin, daughter of Jay and Jeanie Peterson and sister of Mark and Michelle fought a courageous battle against cancer since the fall of 2011.  While fighting cancer she never let it get the best of her. She continued to live by the motto she lived by all of her life- to never quit and to fight until the very end.  Even though obstacles were placed in her way, she would always find a way around them, over them or through them as she continued to be the strong one for her family and friends.

Growing up in Elm Valley she was known to be as tough as the boys and just as hard of a worker.  She loved working on the family farm, taking care of the animals and helping her dad. She was involved in livestock and song 4H groups throughout her childhood and was a member of the Morning Star Church.  She attended the Tallin country school through 8th grade where she created many fond memories and made lifelong friends.  She attended Arnold High School where she was active in volleyball, track and FHA.  She worked at the Wildwood Tree Farm throughout high school and graduated in 1986.

She married Randy Ross in 1987 and their son Casey was born.  They lived in Phoenix for a short time then resided in Arnold where she worked at CoOp and the Feed Store before working at Baldwins for over 20 years.  She later married Noel Wilkins in 2002 at her country home and their daughter Laykin was born.

Throughout her life she enjoyed working with animals, training horses, riding motorcycles, hunting, camping, holding babies, following her children to their activities and spending time with family and friends.  She was known by all to be the hardest worker, toughest girl, fierce protector and someone you could always count on for help in times of need.  She always had a smile on her face and a big heart.

She is survived by her son Casey (Careese) Ross, and daughter Laykin, parents Jay and Jeanie Peterson, brother Mark, sister Michelle (Tyler) Stienike, nieces, nephews, many close cousins, and aunts and uncles.

The celebration of Jacinda’s life will be held on Saturday, March 30th at 10:30am at the Tallin Church, 41196 NE Hwy 40 in Gothenburg, with pastor Gene Purcell presiding. Graveside services and luncheon to follow.  At Jace’s request please feel free to wear jeans and bring your favorite picture for display.

Memorial donations can be made in Jacinda’s name, which will be used for Laykin’s educational fund or to the American Cancer Society at P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123.

To sign the online guest book, go to www.blasestrauser.com

Cynthia “Cindy” L. Meuser, 62, of North Platte, passed away March 17, 2019 at home.  She was born January 17, 1957 to Kenneth and Marlene “Corky” (Bartels) Fleming at Sidney, NE.

She graduated from Sidney High School with the class of “75”.  On January 23, 1982, Cindy was united in marriage to Joe Meuser in Omaha.  They moved to North Platte in 1987. She was a member at Messiah Lutheran Church.

Cindy is survived by husband, Joe of North Platte; parents, Kenneth and Marlene “Corky” Fleming of Bellevue, NE; daughters, Megan (Jason) Baker of Kearney and Katie Meuser of Chicago; sister, Debbie (James) Carson of Denver; grandsons, Hadyn and Ian; and other relatives.  She was preceded in death by a brother, Mark Fleming.

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.  Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor John Stone officiating.  Cremation was chosen.  Those wishing to sign Cindy’s memorial book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.

Esther Rivera Duran, of North Platte, passed away surrounded by her
family at Great Plains Health on Tuesday, March 19, 2019, at the age of 73.

Esther was born August 30, 1945, to William ‘Bill’ Munos and Lenora
Hernandez (Perez) Rivera at North Platte where she grew up.  Esther
attended St. Patrick’s Catholic School then moved to California where
she met the love of her life, Rosendo Q. ‘Ross’ Duran, Jr.

Esther and Ross were married in Reno, Nevada on August 15, 1970.  They
eventually moved to Denver, Colorado with Ross’s work on the Union
Pacific Railroad then to North Platte in 1998.  Esther and Ross had four
children and raised Brandy, Tommy, Michelle, and their grandchildren.
She was known to open her home and heart to anybody needing a family.

Esther loved being a homemaker, mom and wife but especially loved
spending time with her grandchildren.  She loved cooking and dancing and
in her free time she enjoyed coloring.  Esther will be remembered as a
woman who was always giving, accepting and forgiving.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ross, and daughter, Ramona
Duran; parents, Bill and Lenora Rivera; brother, Rueben Rivera; and
sister, Nadine Dominguez.

Esther is survived by her children, Paul Rivera, Esther J. Rivera,
Roxanne (Daniel) Endicott, Michelle (Patricia) West, Tommy (Alice)
Vieyra and Brandy Duran Babcock, all of North Platte; nine
grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; her sister, Annie Vieyra, of
North Platte; brother, Bill, Jr. (Martina) Rivera, of Santa Anna,
California; and many other family members.

In keeping with Esther’s wishes, cremation was chosen and a private
family service will be at a later date.  The memorial book may be signed
at odeanchapel.com.  Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge
of arrangements.

Robert Royce ‘Bob’ Nedrig, 76, of Sutherland, died at home on Monday,
March 18, 2019.

Bob was born in Palmer, Nebraska on September 5, 1942, the son of Robert
and Effie (Goerl) Nedrig.  His dad died before he was born so he was
raised by his mother and stepfather, George Sachtjen.  Bob grew up in
Palmer and graduated from Palmer High School then moved to Sutherland to
work on the farm for his aunt and uncle, Rosie and Dave Kennedy.  In
1963 Bob joined the U.S. Army and served three years then returned to
his job on the farm in Sutherland.

In 1968 Bob moved back to Palmer to farm for a while then returned to
Sutherland in 1976 to work with the construction crews building the
Gerald Gentleman Station.  By 1981 Bob started farming in Sutherland
again, this time for himself.

Bob married Linda Holmstedt in 1975 in Kearney.  They later divorced but
remained friends.

Bob liked tending to his cattle and chickens and loved his dogs.  He
also liked to garden and can his produce and collect things.  In
Sutherland he was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and Otto V. Johnson
Post #208 American Legion.

He is survived by his daughter, Shelley Keith, of North Platte;
granddaughter, Elizabeth (Travis) Klotzke, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota;
three great-grandkids, Vanille, Russle and Yona; stepbrothers, Wendell
Sachtjen, of North Platte and George Sachtjen, of St. Paul; sisters,
Roseanne Burkhardt, of St. Paul and Pauline Johnson, of York;
stepsister, Connie (Steve) Jensen, of Lincoln; special aunt, Rosie
Kennedy, of Sutherland; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and
other family.

Bob was preceded in death by his father, Robert Nedrig; mother and
stepdad, Effie and George Sachtjen; sister, Joyce Cook; son-in-law, Gino
Keith; and brothers-in-law, Richard Cook, Sid Johnson and Richard Burkhardt.

Cremation was chosen.  Memorial Service will be 10 a.m. on Thursday,
March 21, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with JA Welsh
officiating.  Inurnment with Military Honors will follow in Fort
McPherson National Cemetery.  The memorial book may be signed at
odeanchapel.com or from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C &
Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.  In memory of Bob,
memorials are to Grace Lutheran Church or Otto V. Johnson Post #208.