Donald Leroy Dodson, age 89 of North Platte, passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2018, at Centennial Park Retirement Village.

Don was born in North Platte, NE on September 5, 1929 to Thomas George “Toots” and Mary Cecilia (Power) Dodson.  He grew up in North Platte, attending McDaid Elementary and St. Patrick Catholic school, graduating in 1949.  He also completed two years of college at Kearney.

For a period of four years he served in the Air Force, being stationed in Nebraska, Texas, California, Kansas, and Colorado.  He concluded his military career as a B38 radar instructor at Lowry Air Force base in Colorado.  Don followed the grain harvesters for a year after the service, travelling the U.S. operating a combine.  From an early age, Don assisted his Dad and brothers in moving homes and salvaging homes from within a 100 mile radius of North Platte.  He also cut and removed trees with his brothers from the same local area.  His full-time occupation was working as a conductor for 42 years at Union Pacific Railroad.  Don courted and married Marlene Elizabeth May in 1961, in Aurora, CO.  The couple raised five children; David and Debra Craig, and Doug, Greg, and Mark Dodson.  They lived in a home relocated by the Dodson crew, and completely remodeled by Mom and Dad.  Don enjoyed the out-of-doors, remembering his Canadian and McConaughy fishing excursions and hunting trips to Wyoming.  Hunting locally included partnering with his dog Patches, a true companion for many years.  His most memorable times were with his family: his six brothers and one sister, his wife and children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.  He had a particular and genuine fondness for the little children, possibly because they were so honest and innocent.  He exhibited a quick sense of humor; making someone happy made his day.  He never complained.  As a parent, he promoted a hard work ethic to encourage self-worth, determination, and success in life.  By exhibiting these traits Don will be in our hearts forever.

Don is survived by his wife Marlene of North Platte; children David (Nancy) Craig of Indiana, Debra (Gale) Luenenborg of North Platte, Doug (Chula) Dodson of South Carolina, Greg (Christine) Dodson of Texas, and Mark Dodson of Georgia;  9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law Mary Beth Dodson and Mary Ann Carlson; step-sister Rosella Huether; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother Anna Abel Dodson;  six brothers George, Joe, Bill, Jim, Tom, and Francis; sister Darlene Peters; sisters-in-law Shirley Dodson, Gloria Dodson, Norma Dodson, and Jane Dodson; brother-in-law Glenn Abel;  and step-brother George Abel.

Memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic School Endowment Fund and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Monday October 15, 2018 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church with The Reverend Matthew Nash as Celebrant.  Inurnment will follow at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery near Maxwell with military honors.  A luncheon will follow the inurnment at The Moose Lodge in North Platte.  Those wishing to do so may sign the register book noon to 6:00 p.m. Sunday at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Leona Jane Clouatre, of North Platte, passed away at Linden Court on
Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at the age of 84.

Leona was born September 5, 1934, in Keystone, NE, to Roscoe Jay and
Julia Jane (Vasa) Vath.  She grew up in Arthur County and graduated from
Sidney St. Pat’s in 1952.  Leona then came to North Platte where she
worked at Dr. Ziegler’s and Dr. Hoyte’s offices.

On June 2, 1955, Leona was united in marriage to Jean Paul Felix
Clouatre at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Ogallala, NE.  The couple
settled in North Platte where they raised eight children and were
married for nearly 58 years when Felix died in 2013. Leona loved her
family and enjoyed being with them.

She was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church and liked
anything to do with the church.  She also loved traveling, playing the
piano, gardening and tending to her flowers.

She is survived by four sons, Tom (Tina) Clouatre, of Saluda, VA, David
(Teresa) Clouatre, Mark (Connie) Clouatre and Steven (Kim) Clouatre, all
of North Platte; three daughters, Teresa (Don) Keever, of Shepherd, MT,
Denise (David) Baladez, of Julesburg, CO and Lisa Clouatre, of Bellevue,
NE; 29 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; brothers, Louis Vath, of
Sutherland and Theodore Vath (special friend Margaret), of Grand
Junction, CO; sisters, Louisa (Jack) Schaeffer, of North Platte and
Irene (Mike) Chilcott, of Ogallala; as well as numerous nieces, nephews
and other family.

Along with her husband, Felix, Leona was preceded in death by their son,
Pat; her parents, Roscoe and Julia Vath; brothers, Anthony, Richard and
Lesley Vath; and two great-grandchildren.

Services will be on Friday, October 12, 2018, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
Catholic Church. Rosary service will begin at 10 a.m. followed by a Mass
of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. with Celebrant Father Mark Seiker.
Burial will follow in Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.

Condolences may be shared at odeanchapel.com

Visitation will be Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Odean Colonial
Chapel at C & Sycamore, which is in charge of arrangements.  In lieu of
flowers, memorials are suggested to the North Platte Catholic Schools
Endowment Fund.

June Sonneman, 86, of North Platte, passed away October 9, 2018 at Linden Court.  She was born June 19, 1932 to Henry and Helen French at Blackwater, Missouri and spent special time with her Grandma Case.  In 1946, she moved to Nebraska with her mother.

June was united in marriage to Harold Edward Sonneman in 1950, to this union three children were born. Harold and June enjoyed spending their time together collecting antiques and dolls.

She was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Emily Sonneman; grandson, Michael McNeel and a great grandson, Wesley Jensen.

June is survived by her husband, Harold Edward Sonneman of North Platte; children, Faith Kay (Don) Jensen of Lincoln, Steve Neal Sonneman of Witchita, KS and Connie Jodell (Jerome) Kramer of North Platte; a sister, Janet Schroeder of Denver, Colorado; a brother, Donald (Linda) Wilson of North Platte; grandchildren, Cory (Genny) McNeel, Brandi (Henry) Obermeier, Neal Sonneman, Cindy (Sonneman), Kandy  Eltiste ,  Kim (Bob) Payne,  Kurt (Melissa) Jensen and many great grandchildren.

Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 13, 2018 at Carpenter Memorial Chapel with Chaplain Gary Smith officiating.  Burial will be at Miriam Cemetery southeast of North Platte.  Visitation will be from 1:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.

Wilma “Willie” Jean Guethlein, 85, of North Platte, passed away October 8, 2018 peacefully at home surround by her children, following a short, but courageous battle with cancer. She was born April 29, 1933 to Enoch and Sylvia (Meredith) Phipps at Seneca, NE.  She attended school in Valentine, NE where she also worked as a waitress and bartender in her young adult years. Wilma married Edward Bruns and together they had two children, Bobby and Debra.  She was later united in marriage to John R. Guethlein and they had a son, John Samuel. Wilma and her son John moved to North Platte in 1970. Willie was employed by the Holiday Inn and was in bar management for over 30 years where she earned two National Recognitions for her customer service. During this time she made a lasting impression on others regarding hard work and doing your best.

Her grandchildren were her pride and joy. She was a fun grandmother and always enjoyed keeping up with their activities and showing support in so many ways. She loved receiving and sending cards, always including a note of encouragement and letting her family know she loved them. Willie loved the holidays and spent many hours decorating her home and caring for her flowers. She was an avid reader and read her Bible and “Jesus Calling” daily.

Wilma is survived by her children, Bobby Bruns of Valentine, Debra McMurtrey of Gillette, WY, and John (Lora) Guethlein of North Platte; seven grandchildren, Amanda, Samantha, George, Inga, Aaron, Shaylee and Johnny; four great grandchildren, Micah, Miriam, Carson and Bailey, and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, Jeanette, Pete, Maudine, Bruce, Betty, Bobbie, Dick and an infant brother, Jimmie, her son-in-law, Dr. George McMurtrey, and daughter-in-law Patricia Bruns.

Per her request cremation was chosen and there will be no service but a celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at www.carpentermemorial.com.  Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Those wishing to sign Willie’s memorial book may do so from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in care of arrangements.

Geraldine Linda Reeder, 74, of North Platte passed away at home surrounded by her family on October 8, 2018.  She was born to Marvin W. and LaVelle “Litty” (Larsen) Reeder in Portland, Oregon on December 11, 1943.

Geraldine attended St. Patrick’s Catholic School.  She married Cyde R. “Dick” Coleman.  To this union two children were born, Christopher and MarVelle “Marcy”.  Geraldine lived in North Platte, working at several local businesses including Hoover’s Jewelers, Happy Heart for Linda Jepsen, and Centennial Nursing Home as a dietician.  She was very involved in the grandparent program at McDonald Elementary School, as well as in AA and AL anon, she enjoyed activities and dances at the senior center, and loved being around her family and friends.  Geraldine was an active member of the Bethel E-Free Church and will be remembered for always praying for family and friends, and as a great letter and card writer.

Survivors include her children, Christopher Coleman of Columbus, and Marcy (Mark) Tilford of North Platte; grandchild, Christina (Jake Kugler) of North Platte; sister, Mary Jean (Glen) Schrimer of Texas; sister-in-law, Sheila Gleason of Grand Island; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Marvin and LaVelle; step-father, Gerald W. Gleason; and siblings, George Gleason, Bill (Shirley) Gleason, and Patricia Gleason.

As Gerri would always say, “You know if no one has told you they love you today, I do.  Look up!  Something good is going to happen, You’re special.  I love you.  Bye Bye!”

Memorials may be made in her name and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Memorial Services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home with the Reverend Jim Strecker officiating.  Those wishing to sign the register book may do so 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.