Janet Janell Schledewitz, 44 of North Platte passed away unexpectedly March 10, 2019 at her home.

Janet was born on June 28, 1974 in North Platte to John and Donna (Smidt) Schledewitz.

She attended school in Maxwell, graduating from Maxwell High School.   Janet worked at McDonalds and was a member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church.  Janet loved the simple things in life, fishing, spending time outdoors, playing pool, game nights with the family, and spending time with her  niece, nephews and their children. Janet was a very loving, kind hearted, and generous person who was  always there to help some one in need. You knew she was having a good time when you heard her deep soulful laugh.

Survivors include her parents, John and Donna Schledewitz of Maxwell; siblings, Jill (Jim) Falcon of Maxwell, Johnny Schledewitz of North Platte; niece, Jalissa Falcon of North Platte; nephews, Jimmy (Karsen) Falcon of North Platteand Justin Falcon of Maxwell; great-nieces, Avery, Madelyn, Greah; and great-nephew, Jameson; aunts and uncles, Larry (Sue) Schledewitz of Maxwell, Joann Rosse of Lincoln, Art (Betty) Smidt of Glenville, and Sharon (Clyde) Hohlfeldt of Holstein; numerous cousins,  extended family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents.

Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Special Olympics or to the North Platte Animal Shelter.  Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Cremation was chosen and memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 15, 2019 at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church with the Reverend Arnold Flater officiating.  Burial will follow at Plainview Cemetery near Maxwell.

Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Thursday at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements. Lunch at First Evangelical Lutheran Church  following burial.

Marvin A. Hansen, 77, of North Platte passed away March 7, 2019 at Linden Court.  He was born on May 27, 1941 in Rural Lincoln County, NE to Leslie and Marguerite (Sowle) Hansen.

Marvin graduated from Curtis Ag. High School in 1959.  He worked on a farm for Kenny and Wilma White, who became like family to him.  On August 7, 1966 he married Vivian “Bee” Cassell in Stapleton.  The couple moved to North Platte where he went to the Vo Tech and became a Heating and Air Technician.  They moved to Oberlin, Kansas where they owned and operated their own business, Hansen Plumbing Inc. for over 70 years.  After his retirement, they moved to North Platte to be closer to family.

Marvin was a member of the Messiah Lutheran Church in North Platte, Faith Lutheran in Oberlin, where he was a past council president, and a member of the Antique Car Club in Oberlin.  He was a very hard worker, who was honest and genuine.  He had a strong faith and was the rock of his family.  He was generous with family and friends, and always gave of himself when he could.  Marvin worked hard his entire life with a smile on his face, pride in his work, and a good word for everyone.

Survivors include his wife, Bee Hansen of North Platte; sons, Mark (Cammi) Hansen of Castle Rock, CO, and Michael (Nancy) Hansen of North Platte; grandchildren, Kaycie (David) Naglowsky of Castle Rock, CO, Sydnee Hansen, Alex (Charity) Hansen all of North Platte, Max Hansen of Kearney, Brittlyn Hansen, Brandon Kayley both of Castle Rock, CO, and Cody Wright and Cole Wright both of North Platte; greatgrandchild, Aerick Naglowsky; siblings,
Thorval (Artis) Hansen of Brady, and Norma Lee Hansen of Superior, NE; sisters-in-law, Kathy Hansen of Moorefield, Ne and Janey Jacobson of Wolbach, NE; special friends, Dorothy LaBargee of Maxwell, Don Haws of North Platte, and the Thursday morning Bible Class.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Ella and brother-in-law, Gerald “Judd” Lenz; brother, Harley Hansen; brother -in-law, Bill Cassell; nephews, Jim Bob Cassell, and Landon Dodson; and Kenneth and Wilma White.

Memorials are suggested to Deborah’s Legacy and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home with the Reverend John Mappa officiating.  Burial will be in the McCain Cemetery near Stapleton.  Visitation will be noon – 6:00 p.m. Sunday and 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. with the family receiving friends 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Monday at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

 

 

 

Lewis E. Kreifels, 51, of North Platte, passed away March 4, 2019, at Great Plains Health.

He was born October 23, 1967 to Emil and Judith (Martin) Kreifels at Seattle, Washington. He graduated from Guernsey-Sunrise High School in Wyoming. Lewis served in the United States Navy until his discharge.

In 1995, he was united in marriage to Jennifer Schrieber and they made their home in North Platte. Lewis worked at Mid Plains Auto Finishes for many years. He was a Ham Radio Operator and enjoyed spending his time camping and the outdoors.

He was preceded in death by his mother and his father-in-law, Terry Schrieber.

Lewis is survived by his wife, Jennifer of North Platte;  sons, Garrett (Mattie) Kreifels of Dixon, Ne, Russel (April) Kreifels of Wausa, Ne and Wesley (Kristy) Kreifels of Lincoln, Ne; daughter, Stormie (Travis Dircksen) Kreifels of North Platte; father and stepmother , Emil and Gloria Kreifels of Gurusey, Wyoming; grandchildren, Aella Dircksen, Riley Kreifels and Dylan Kreifels; mother-in-law, Beverly Schrieber; sisters-in-law, Michelle (Joe) Reklaitis and Heather Schrieber; brother-in-law, Tim (Debby) Schrieber and other relatives.

Online condolences mat be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. A memorial has been established in his memory. Services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, March 8, 2019 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Pastor Tom Thompson officiating. Cremation was chosen. Carpenter Memorial Chapel which is in care of arrangements.

Alfonso Bernal, Jr., 44, of North Platte, passed away March 6, 2019 at his home.  He was born August 28, 1974 to Eloisa Arellano and Alfonso Bernal, Sr. at Scottsbluff, NE.

He attended schools in North Platte and Scottsbluff, graduating from Scottsbluff High School with the class of “93”.  He loved sports, star wars movies and music by Guns and Roses.

He is survived by his son, Shaun Michael Bernal; father, Alfonso (Connie) Bernal, Sr.; mother, Eloisa (Sergio) Meraz; sisters, Lisa (Manuel) Perez, Sabina (Scott) Hebblethwaite and Krissy Bernal; brothers, Gabriel Bernal, Abel Perez and Michael Monnier; many nieces and nephews and other relatives.

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Cremation was chosen.  Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 9, 2019 with Pastor Ned Cooper officiating at Church of Christ Church, 3311 South Oak, North Platte.  Carpenter Memorial Chapel is assisting the family.

 

 

On April 3, 2019 just eighty-two short days after being diagnosed with stage 4 esophageal cancer, Pennie Louise Stagnaro, while resting peacefully in her home in North Platte, NE took her last breath surrounded by loved ones.

Her life will forever be cherished by the family she leaves behind, her children, Melissa Mariscal (Mondo) and Aaric Wall (Becca); grandchildren, Mikayla, Micah, Bennit and Alissa all of Stockton, CA. Pennie had many friends and considered them family and leaves behind many from all over the country.

Pennie was born in Stockton, CA on Oct. 11, 1956. She relocated to NE in 1991. Pennie wasn’t afraid to work hard, often working two jobs. She was a waitress for many years, a cook, owned a house keeping business, union laborer, welder’s helper and a construction purchasing foreman. She worked until the day of her diagnosis.

She found great joy in being outside with nature, and a member of the Sierra Club. She enjoyed swimming, traveling, antiquing and quilting. She often used her food and baked goods to show her love. She never met a stranger.

We know she is up in Heaven dancing pain free with Jesus to her favorite country western songs.

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. A Celebration of Life will be Friday, April 19, 2019, 12-4pm at the Moose Lodge of North Platte with a luncheon.

 

Mildred Garner, 97, of Wellfleet, Nebraska, passed away peacefully in
her sleep on Sunday, March 3, 2019, at the North Platte Care Center.

Mildred was born, May 29, 1921, to Charles and Addie Embrey at Arthur,
Nebraska. She grew up in the Arthur and Maywood area and graduated from
Maywood High School.

On November 30, 1943, Mildred married Robert ‘Bob’ Garner.  They made
their home in Wellfleet and together had three children, Jim, Barbara
and Shirley.  Mildred later became a loving grandmother to numerous
grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.

Those who knew her loved her for her spunky personality, jovial laugh
and selfless spirit.  She was an excellent seamstress, embroiderer,
upholsterer, baker and gardener, but her true love was serving others.
When she was younger, she sent baked goods and sandwiches to the Canteen
for soldiers who passed through North Platte on their way to war; she
later baked professional wedding cakes for couples all over the state,
designed and sewed gorgeous wedding gowns, mended clothes for neighbors,
grew vegetables to give away to local shelters, and volunteered for
numerous charities through her church and community. Her heart was
happiest when she was giving to others.

In her spare time Mildred embroidered and made heirloom quilts. Though
it was a hobby for her, she turned out nothing less than perfection. Her
quilts would bring home first-prize ribbons at the local and state fairs
while her embroidery was thought by all to be priceless pieces of art.

Mildred will always be remembered for her many talents, loving heart and
selfless soul.  Her children will remember her as a devoted wife and
mother while her grandchildren will remember her for her contagious
laugh and sassy self!

She is survived by her children, Jim (Yvonne) Garner, of Kearney,
Barbara (Jim) Keller, of North Platte and Shirley Woodruff, of
Brunswick, Georgia; all her many grandchildren; and other family members.

Mildred was preceded in death by her husband, Bob; parents, Charles and
Addie Embrey; six sisters; and two brothers.

Cremation was chosen.  Memorial Service will be at 10 a.m. on Monday,
March 11, 2019, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore with Pastor
Mark Baldwin officiating.  Inurnment will follow in the Wellfleet
Cemetery.  The memorial book may be signed online at odeanchapel.com or
prior to the service.  In lieu of flowers, please prayerfully consider
donating to the North Platte Parks Department to plant trees.  Odean
Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Louise Ann Wallace, of North Platte, passed away at home surrounded by
her family on Monday, March 4, 2019, at the age of 86.

Louise was born October 3, 1932, to Ervin and Alice (Wilcox) Garretson
at Havens, Nebraska.  She grew up on the family farm near Silver Creek
and graduated from Clarks High School in 1950.

On June 10, 1951, Louise was united in marriage to the love of her life,
Samuel Charles Wallace, Jr., at Clarks, Nebraska. They were blessed with
63 years of marriage, four sons and many grandchildren.

The Wallace family lived in North Carolina, Clarks, and Salina, Kansas
before settling in North Platte in 1967 with Sam’s job on the Union
Pacific Railroad.  Louise loved being a wife, a mom and being home.

She loved gardening, tending to her flowers and was passionate about
helping others.  Louise was a volunteer at Linden Court and with Meals
on Wheels, did Hospice work, helped with Marriage Encounter, and was an
active member of the First United Methodist Church.

Louise leaves behind her sons, Rex (Maureen) Wallace, of Columbus, Ohio,
and Doug (Vicki) Wallace, Wayne (Renee) Wallace and Larry (Diana)
Wallace, all of North Platte; 10 grandchildren, Keary (Jennifer) Ryan,
Megan Ryan (Alan) Yorke, James Ryan, Joyce (Kevin) Reser, Scott (Kara)
Wallace, Preston (Jasmine) Wallace, Matt (Sarah) Wallace, Sam Wallace
(fiancé, Tenisa Grimsley) Max Wallace and Kylie Wallace; 11
great-grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Garretson, of Central City; brother,
Dennis (Louise) Garretson, of Platte Center; as well as many nieces,
nephews and other family.

Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Sam, Jr.; parents, Ervin
and Alice Garretson; brothers, Rex and Morris Garretson; sister-in-law,
Parnela Dexter; and brother-in-law, LeRoy Dexter.

Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at the
First United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Douglas A. Delp
officiating.  Burial will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery.
Visitation will be from noon to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Odean Colonial Chapel
at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.  Condolences may be
shared at odeanchapel.com.  In lieu of flowers, the family has
established a memorial.