Winifred Lucille Dolph, 67, of North Platte, NE, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2015, at Great Plains Health.

Winnie was born November 20, 1947, at Turlock, CA then adopted by Virgil Edmund and Lucille Rose Rivera Dolph. Winnie grew up in Santa Cruz, CA where she attended school and graduated from high school in 1965. She then received an Associate of Science Degree in Radiology in 1968 and thus began her career in health care.

After working as an X-ray technician in California Winnie moved to Oregon to work in a Veteran’s Hospital and continued her education. She received an Associate Degree in Nursing then a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing in 1983 and continued to work in Rehabilitation at a Veteran’s Hospital in Portland.

In 1991 Winnie moved to North Platte with her parents where she worked in the dialysis unit at Great Plains Regional Medical Center. In 1996 Winnie became a nursing instructor at Mid-Plains Community College and taught until 2013 when her health declined. During this time she was able to further her career by working on her Master’s Degree in Nursing at Clarkson College, which she completed in 2001.

Winnie had spent her life devoted to advancing the health care for others, whether it be through her own nursing skills or in teaching. Winnie had been baptized in the Presbyterian Church as a child and in June 2015 became a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Stapleton.

Winnie not only cared for people but she loved animals as well, especially dogs. She was active with Paws-itive Partners and the animal shelter. She was a member of the North Platte Kiwanis, Eagles Auxiliary, American Legion Auxiliary, Does Drove and was Worthy Matron of Idlewild Chapter #18 Order of Eastern Star in 1972. Winnie was also a past officer in the Nebraska Nurses Association.

She leaves behind her faithful companion, Thor, and her other K-9 friends; cousins, Janice (Ernie) Mehl and Chuck (Linda) Kirk, of North Platte, Ken (Joan) Kirk, of Denver, CO, Ruth (Carroll) Smith, of Park Forest, IL, and Eldon (Lynn) Laidig and Fausta Walker, all of Arvada, CO; other family and her many close friends.

Winnie was preceded in death by her parents, Virgil and Lucille.

Cremation was chosen. Memorial Service will be held in the South Campus McDonald-Belton Theater at Mid-Plains Community College at 6 p.m. Thursday, October 22, 2015. Inurnment will be in the Danbury-Marion Cemetery in Danbury, NE at 3 p.m. Sunday, October 25. In lieu of flowers, memorials are to the Paws-itive Partners. 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.

Karl E. Fair, 82, of Mesa, AZ, formerly of North Platte, NE, passed away on Sunday, October 4, 2015, in Mesa.

Karl was born December 23, 1932, to Lawrence and Mildred Clay Fair in Broken Bow, NE where he grew up and attended school. Karl enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1952 and served in the Korean War.

Karl received an honorable discharge in 1956 then moved to North Platte. He was baptized on February 14, 1959, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Karl was united in marriage to Donna Miller on December 24, 1959, in North Platte, and they had two children, Donald and Desirae.

Karl worked for Armour & Company as a lugger for approximately 10 years. He later owned and operated K & D Motors and the Yamaha Motorcycle Dealership, and had the first Toyota Car Franchise, all in North Platte. Karl also did commercial mowing and owned and operated Old Ranch Concessions out of Oklahoma City. He loved to travel and race motorcycles.

Karl later moved to Mesa and entered an assisted living facility in 2013.

He is survived by his children, Don Fair, of North Platte and Desirae Trotter, of Scottsdale, AZ, and their mother, Donna Fair, of North Platte; brothers, Leland Fair, Don Fair and Henry ‘Ward’ Fair; two sisters, Elaine Eberhart and Betty Peterson; and many nieces, nephews and other family.

Karl was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Mildred; brother, Max; and two sisters, Letha and Rose.

Cremation was chosen. A graveside memorial service with military honors will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 23, 2015, in Fort McPherson National Cemetery with Pastor Bob Deardoff officiating. A lunch will follow at the VFW in North Platte. The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or on Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore. Memorials are suggested to the V.F.W. Post #1504. Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Richard Dee ‘Dick’ Schultz, 85, of North Platte, NE, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2015, at the North Platte Care Center.

Richard was born May 6, 1930, to Garland Lloyd and Anna May Criss Schultz on the family farm near Mitchell, NE where he grew up. In 1947 Dick joined the Nebraska National Guard and graduated from Mitchell High School in 1949.

On October 7, 1951, Dick was united in marriage to his sweetheart, Phyllis Arlene Selby, in Mitchell. They moved to Gering, NE where Richard worked for Dean’s Service Station until 1954 when they moved to LaGrange, WY and he went to work for his father-in-law for a short time.

Dick served in the National Guard for six years then a year later was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1954. He served at Fort Ord, CA and was a cook and a baker. Following his discharge in 1956 he and Phyllis moved to California and Dick began his career with Northwestern Bell Telephone Company. They returned to Nebraska in 1957 where he continued his work with United Telephone Company in Scottsbluff until moving to Mitchell in 1964 to manage the Mitchell Exchange. The family moved back to Scottsbluff in 1990 then Dick retired in 1994. He remained a member of the Telephone Pioneer Association.

During his retirement years he and Phyllis enjoyed traveling around the United States to watch bull riding. They also liked having coffee and lunch with friends and seeing their grandchildren. In 2011 Phyllis and Dick moved to North Platte to be closer to their daughter, Lisa, and became members of the Church of Christ on Walker Road. After nearly 63 years of marriage, Phyllis passed away in 2014.

Dick will be remembered for being helpful, kind hearted and knowing the Bible. He loved to repair junk and read Westerns, and liked fishing and camping.

Dick leaves behind his daughters, Lisa (Stuart) Simpson, of North Platte and Lynne (Alan) McCright, of Canyon, TX; five grandchildren, Joslynne (Jeff) Stauss, of Lincoln, NE, Alisa (Elijah) Anderson, of Abilene, TX, Keaton McCright, of Whitedeer, TX, Taitlyn McCright, of Canyon, TX and Jordynn Simpson, of North Platte; a great-grandson, Hudson Anderson; two sisters, Carol Werger and Sandra Watson, both of Torrington, WY; and other family.

Along with his wife, Phyllis, Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Anna and Garland Schultz; two brothers, Jerry and Donald Schultz; and his in-laws, Harley and Lillian Selby.

Cremation was chosen. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Monday, October 26, 2015, at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore. A private family inurnment with military honors will be in Fort McPherson National Cemetery. The memorial book may be signed at odeanchapel.com or prior to the service on Monday. Memorials are suggested to Habitat for Humanity. Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Lester Walter von Holt Sr., age 86 of North Platte, passed away on Friday October 16, 2015 at his home.
Lester was born June 23, 1929 in Adrian, MN to Elizabeth and August von Holt. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Naples, Italy. He was employed with Simon Contractors for 40 years.
Lester is survived by his children Cyndi (Leonard) Serrano of Littleton, CO and David von Holt of Lincoln, NE; stepson Mike (Dierdre) Johnson of Cheyenne, WY; grandchildren Melanie Marshall of North Platte, Jay Burke of North Platte, Sara (Brandon Harris) Serrano of Littleton, CO, Brianda Johnson of Cheyenne, WY, Korey von Holt of New Orleans, LA, Hunter von Holt of Lincoln, NE; 7 great grandchildren; brother Earl (Audrey) von Holt of Mankato, MN; sister-in-law Virginia von Holt of Sioux Falls, SD; as well as other family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sons Lester Jr. and Mark; daughter Terri Burke; brother Raymond; and sister Ruby.
Memorials are suggested in his name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. Cremation was chosen and a memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday October 21, 2015 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with. Inurnment will follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery with full Military Honors. Those wishing to do so may sign the register book from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Sanford James ‘Jim’ Lawrence, 87, of North Platte, NE, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.

Jim was born June 29, 1928, to Tollie and Zoe Brickell Lawrence in Omaha, NE. Jim grew up in Cheyenne, WY and spent a lot of time with his Brickell grandparents in Fort Collins, CO. In 1946 Jim enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served until November of 1947.

Following his discharge he returned to Omaha where his parents lived and married Joanne Rich in 1949. They lived in Omaha until the summer of 1969 when they moved to North Platte. Jim and Joanne later divorced. Jim worked for the Union Pacific Railroad in Cheyenne, Omaha and North Platte until he retired in 1992 as Conductor.

In 1983 Jim married Joanne Marie Weber at Cheyenne, WY and they made their home in North Platte. Joanne taught 2nd grade and Jim helped by doing lots of artwork for her class. Joanne passed away in 2009 after a battle with cancer.

On February 13, 2013, Jim was united in marriage to Mary Ellen Hanna in North Platte where they lived. He enjoyed golfing, swimming, fishing and camping. Jim was a “master of many trades” and a very talented artist.

Jim was active in the North Platte community. He volunteered at the Golden Spike, served on the North Platte Veteran’s Honor Guard and was a volunteer Bingo caller at the Senior Center. He was also a member of Platte Valley Masonic Lodge #32 AF&AM, North Platte Shrine Club, Tehama Shrine Temple, P.R. Halligan Post #163 American Legion and U.T.U.

He is survived by his wife, Mary, of North Platte; his children, James K. Lawrence, of Bellevue, NE, Tim (Shirley) Lawrence, of Lonoke, AR, Mark (Mona) Lawrence, of North Platte, and Kathy Hedgepeth-Gold (Rick), of Cibolo, TX; stepchildren, Paul (Nicole) Morland and Jennifer (Shane) Roebuck, all of North Platte; his sister, Virginia Goyer, of Omaha; and sisters-in-law, Jean Richers, of St. Francis, KS, Ruth (Jerry) Gotchall, of Torrington, WY, and Linda (Stan) Orth, of Colby, KS.

Survivors also include 11 grandchildren, Kimber (Amy) Lawrence, Victoria Lawrence-Burroughs (Chris), Bryan (Rena) Lawrence, Amy (CW) Schonemann, David (Dustia) Lawrence, Devon (Jeff) Griffiths, Danial (Jessica) Lawrence, Derek (Lindsay) Larson, Josh Hedgepeth, Whitney (Brad) Schunek and Chris Hedgepeth; four step grandchildren, Halsey and Seneca Morland and Kimberly and Joseph Roebuck; 21 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and other family.

Along with his wife, Joanne, Jim was preceded in death by his son, David Lynn Lawrence; parents, Tollie and Zoe; and brother-in-law, Kenny Richers.

Cremation was chosen. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Monday, October 19, 2015, at the Riverside Baptist Church with Pastor Dwane Johnson officiating. Inurnment with military honors and Masonic Rites will follow in Fort McPherson National Cemetery. The memorial book may be signed from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore. Condolences may also be shared at odeanchapel.com. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the North Platte Senior Center or North Platte Shrine Club. Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore is in charge of arrangements.

Susan Jean Land, age 51 of Omaha, formerly of North Platte, passed away on October 14, 2015.
Susan was born on August 1, 1964 in Killeen, TX to Donald and Patricia (Truken) Jacobs. She attended school in various places with her military family until graduating from North Platte High School in 1982. She went to nursing school and earned her LPN degree. She worked as an LPN at several area nursing homes, and did private health care in her patients’ homes. She was very passionate and caring as a nurse and loved taking care of others. Her children were the center of her life and she looked forward to having grandchildren.
Susan is survived by her father Donald (Maggie) Jacobs of North Platte; daughter Erica (Sean Kivlehan) Land of San Francisco; son Matthew Jacobs of North Platte; siblings Anna Marie (Gary) Johnston of Texas, Donald (Candy) Jacobs Jr. of North Platte, David Jacobs of North Platte and Crystal (Jeremy) Uden of North Platte; as well as numerous other family members and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her mother Patricia; and nephew Charles Johnston.
Memorials are suggested in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com. A memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday October 16, 2015 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home. Register book signing will be noon until 5:00 p.m. Thursday October 15, 2015 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Floyd C. Schmitt, age 76 of North Platte, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2015 at Great Plains Health. He was born March 1, 1939 to Floyd S. and Bernadine (Bennett) Schmitt at Detroit, MI. Floyd graduated from High School in 1957 in Detroit and later married Carole Ward on April 3, 1960 in North Platte. He served in the United States Navy and was stationed in Washington DC, Hawaii, California, Virginia Scotland, and Okinawa. After his retirement from the service, they moved back to North Platte where he was employed at various businesses including transportation for the American Red Cross. Carole passed away on June 6, 2005 and Floyd was later united in marriage to Sandy Young on January 7, 2011. Floyd enjoyed auctions, metal detecting, prospecting, and fishing. Survivors include his wife, Sandy Young-Schmitt of North Platte, sons, Chuck and Mitch of North Platte, and Kurt of San Diego, CA, daughter, Laurie (Kevin) Pitre of North Platte, step-children, Michelle (Dan) Okamoto and Galen (Lorilee) Young, sister, Elsie Pomeroy of Detroit, MI, step-grandchildren, Dalton, Dillon, Kyle, and Derek. Memorial services will be 10:30 am Friday, October 16, 2015 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Robin Storer officiating. Inurnment will be at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery with military honors graveside. Those wishing to sign the memorial book may do so from 9am to 5 pm Thursday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. A memorial has been established in his memory. Online condolences maybe shared at www.carpentermemorial.com

Hazel N. Kreiling, 90, of North Platte, passed away October 13, 2015 at Linden Court and on her way to Heaven she was dancing with the stars. She was born May 19, 1925 to Leo and Vinnia (Templer) McMurtry at Heartwell, NE. She graduated from McGrew High School as the valedictorian and was united in marriage to Howard Kreiling on May 16, 1943 at Minatare, NE. She and her husband loved to dance. She is survived by her son, Richard (Karen) Kreiling of Hershey; her daughter, Sandra (Gayland) Meyer of North Platte; four grandchildren, Tracy Meyer, Greg Meyer, Mike Kreiling and Blaine (Elora) Kreiling; six great grandchildren, Jeremy, Nicole, Evelyn, Alyssa, Cora and Jack; four great great grandchildren, Dylan, Jacob, Kolten and Gabriella; a brother, George (Pat) McMurtry of Bayard; and a sister, Leona Herdt of Gering. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in 1994; one brother; four sisters; and a great granddaughter, Krystal Kreiling. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Memorials are suggested to Gift of Hope Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 2237, North Platte, NE 69103. Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 17, 2015 at North Platte Cemetery with Chaplain Robin Storer officiating. Visitation will be 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 16, 2015 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

Alethea “Kit” Morgan went to her heavenly home October 11, 2015 just after 6pm. Kit was an extremely devoted Christian which gave her ultimate peace in her 89 years.
Kit was born to Andrew and Marie (Oberlander) Anderson February 26, 1926 in Scottsbluff, NE. Fate took Kit many place, but the most beautiful event was the day she met Harry Morgan, Jr. The love birds eventually married on Oct. 18, 1943. Together Kit and Harry had five children; Judy, Jerry, Casey, Tod and Jill.
Kit was a member of Calvary Baptist Church for 50 years, and a long-time member of the Hershey, NE Garden Belles. Besides spending time with family, Kit had many enjoyable past times including sewing, attending church, and gardening. There wasn’t a flower that Kit couldn’t grow.
Kit was kind to everyone she came across in her long life. She was a dear friend to many, including her younger brother, Ralph and his wife, Mary.
In her final years, Kit graced the halls of Linden Court. She made many friends during her time there, telling stories of her family and days on the farm in Hershey. She put smiles on many faces and Jesus in the hearts of even more. She will be extremely missed just as much as she was loved.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harry; and her son, Jerry Morgan in 2000.
Her memory lives on in the hearts of a large family including her four children, Judy (Bill) Stone of North Platte, Casey (Teena) Morgan of Raymond, NE, Tod (Brenda) Morgan of Sabetha, KS and Jill (Brian) Woodward of Grand Island; 14 grandchildren, Lori (Nate) Jensen, Jerry Stone, Brad (Toni) Stone, Ted (Traci) Stone, Tammy (Chris) Huggler, Jeff Morgan, Susan (Paul) Niegisch, Jenny (Chris) Smith, Beth (James) Harvey, Angie (Pat) Nottingham, Andy (Jen) Morgan, Sean (Krista) Morgan, Zach (Jenny) Woodward and Emmily (Brad) Starman; 24 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; ; her brother, Ralph (Mary) Anderson; and a daughter-in-law, Helen (James) Fassnacht of Niangua, MO.
Online condolence may be shared at www.carpentememorial.com. Memorials are suggested to Linden Court. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17, 2015 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Burial will be at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5 to 7 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.

LaVern P. Griffith, 86, of North Platte, NE, passed away Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at Great Plains Health in North Platte.

LaVern was born June 11, 1929, to David ‘Lloyd’ and Florence Elizabeth Glass Griffith at Cozad, NE where he grew up. LaVern graduated from Cozad High School and later enlisted the U.S. Air Force in 1948. Following his discharge in 1950 he returned to Nebraska and lived in Dawson County. LaVern spent the majority of his working career in automotive sales.

He married Georganna Wolf on September 25, 1949, in Washington, D.C. and to this union four children were born.

On January 19, 1996, LaVern was united in marriage to Katherine ‘Kathy’ Thompson in North Platte. They made North Platte their home and were members of the First United Methodist Church. LaVern was also a member of B.P.O. Elks #985 and was Past Exalted Ruler. LaVern loved his family, golfing and playing cards. He also enjoyed doing carpentry work.

He is survived by his wife, Kathy, of North Platte; children, Phillip (Ramona) Griffith, of Carbondale, CO, Paul (Teresa) Griffith, of Onawa, IA, Deborah (Earl) Linn, of Overton, NE, and Marcia (John) Harnly, of Denton, TX; stepdaughter, Kim (Jim) Maciejewski, of North Platte; 12 grandchildren; two step grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jeanette (Robert) Lauer, of Gothenburg, NE, and Irene Oliver, of Cozad; a brother, David (Diane) Griffith, of Reno, NV; brother-in-law, Gale Mangus, of North Carolina; and many nieces, nephews and other family.

LaVern was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Florence; and sister, Dorothy Mangus.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. (CT) on Friday, October 16, 2015, at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Douglas A. Delp officiating. Burial will be 2:45 p.m. (MT) in the Paxton Cemetery. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at Odean Colonial Chapel at C & Sycamore which is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may also be shared at odeanchapel.com. Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association or the Denver Children’s Hospital.