Andrea Kay Eaton Schau, 71, longtime resident of Sioux Rapids, Iowa, passed away April 16, 2018, in Tyler, Texas.

Andrea was born in North Platte on Oct. 2, 1946, to Andrew and Olive (French) Eaton. She was a proud Bulldog, graduating in 1964 from North Platte High School. She attended Mankato State University in Mankato, Minnesota, where Karen (Williams) Johnson introduced her to her brother, Marlo Williams.

Andrea and Marlo were married in North Platte in August 1965, and they had two sons, Kirt and Mark. They lived in Havelock, Iowa; Minneapolis, Minnesota; Green Valley, Minnesota; and Russell, Minnesota. Andrea was a wonderful homemaker and also worked at Schwan’s in Marshall and Lange’s Grocery in Russell. After Andrea and Marlo purchased Lange’s Grocery, she ran it as the Russell Market for many years. After Andrea and Marlo divorced, she moved to Worthington, Minnesota, in 1984 and was part of the opening team of the new Worthington Shopko.

After a few years, she transferred to the Shopko in Spencer, Iowa, where she was introduced to a co-worker’s father, Ken Schau. They were married on Nov. 5, 1994, in Sioux Rapids. Andrea continued to work for Shopko in Spencer until the store closed. She was an active volunteer for many organizations in Sioux Rapids, including CHICS, where the work she and her friends did benefited the community.

She and Ken enjoyed several years together, traveling and visiting family and friends throughout the country, and they even ventured abroad to Italy for Andrea’s sister’s wedding. They enjoyed being grandparents and participating in the five grandchildren’s school activities and sports. They enjoyed their summer night cruises in Ken’s convertible, watching sports and auto racing on TV and visiting casinos.

Andrea loved to bake, cook, sew, quilt and pursue new crafts. She loved going to church and Bible studies groups. She especially enjoyed spending time with dear lifelong friends and making new ones. She always had open arms for anyone who needed a shoulder to cry on and was quick to offer comfort.

Andrea was diagnosed with cancer in 2016, but with the help of her faith and wonderful doctors, she was cancer-free by early 2017. Her husband, Ken, passed away in March 2017, and she missed him every day since. Andrea spent the last year of her life traveling, doing crafts and spending the winter in Texas with her son and family. She was again diagnosed with cancer in late 2017, but battled hard for several months until she passed away on a beautiful Texas spring day with her son, Kirt; his wife, Jeri; and Andrea’s sister, Peg, at her side.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ken; 4-year-old son, Mark Williams; parents, Andrew and Olive Eaton; nephew, Chad Livingston; sister-in-law, Melanie Williams; brothers-in-law, Reid Warath and Greg Chingren; and many other dear family members and friends.

Andrea is survived by her son, Kirt (Jeri) Williams of Lindale, Texas; stepson, Robie (Rita) Schau; and stepdaughter, Heidi (Brad) Hermstad, all of Sioux Rapids; granddaughters, Dallas and Kayley; grandsons, Kurtis, Colton and Grayson; sisters, Ellen Ruth Warath of North Platte, Bonita (Randy) Enochs of New York City and Peg (John) Tanner of Omaha; brother, Gary (Marcia) Eaton of North Platte; brothers-in-law, Ronald Schau, Merlin (Jennifer) Schau, Dwayne (Linda) Schau and Gary (Linda) Schau; aunts, Barb Eaton and Ruth “Vonnie” Haase; many nieces, nephews and cousins; and many beloved friends.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 25, at the First Lutheran Church in Sioux Rapids. Burial will be at the Lone Tree Cemetery in Sioux Rapids. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 24, at the First Lutheran Church.

Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Day, 82, of Valentine, went to her heavenly home April 21, 2018, at Linden Court in North Platte.

Betty Day, the daughter of Theodore and Alberta Jensen, was born on Sept. 27, 1935, at the family ranch in the Goose Creek Area outside of Purdum. Betty was the oldest of nine children. She grew up on the family ranch, and being the oldest, she assisted her parents with all the work associated with a ranching operation. She attended and graduated from Dunning High School in 1953.

After graduation, Betty began her career in commercial banking, which included banks in Purdum and Dunning. However, her primary banking position was with First National Bank in Valentine, where she ascended to the position of vice president.

On Feb. 5, 1955, Betty was united in marriage to George E. Day at Dunning. To this union three children, Rick, Cindy and Don were born. They made their home in Dunning until their permanent move to Valentine in 1968.

Betty was a devoted wife, parent and grandparent. She and George enjoyed spending time at the Day Family Ranch near Dunning. Betty took delight in the serenity and solitude that only the Nebraska Sandhills can provide. Betty was also a devoted bank officer. Spending time and assisting bank customers was incredibly gratifying to her personally. If a customer truly needed quality assistance at the bank, you could count on Betty to service your account competently, professionally and with a smile!

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, George; her parents; father and mother-in-law, Harold and Irma Day; and brother, Roland Jensen.

Survivors include son, Rick (Lana) Day of North Platte; daughter, Cindy (Steve) Scranton of Sidney; son, Don of Valentine; grandson, Ryan (Kayleen) Scranton; great-granddaughter, Hattie Elizabeth of Lincoln; grandson, Matt Scranton of Fort Worth, Texas; siblings, Helen (Ambrose) Podraza of Columbus, Lucille Beck of Des Moines, Iowa, Coleen (Richard) Murphy of McCook, Ron (Lue) Jensen of Chadron, Deb (Griff) Carfield of Lebanon, Dianne (Steve) Lickliter of Alliance and Jaci (Mike) Peterson of Weissert; and sister-in-law, Patty Glidden of Mullen.

Memorials are suggested to the Ladies Auxiliary or the American Legion, Leo Brinda Post 90 in Valentine.

Ralph “Mac” Boon Jr., 72, passed away April 23, 2018, at the Dundy County Hospital in Benkelman.

Ralph “Mac” Boon Jr. was born to Ralph and Elsie (Schoebel) Boon on Sept. 2, 1945, in Durham, North Carolina. He grew up in Morrill County, attending school in Northport, Redington and Bridgeport.

Ralph was united in marriage to Carol Wickizer on Dec. 10, 1966, in Ogallala. They first lived in North Platte, where Mac worked for Albrecht Masonry laying brick and working construction. In 1970, Mac and Carol moved to Benkelman, where they would live the rest of their lives.

Mac worked for Roy Dean and Roger Parker and on numerous other farms and ranches in Dundy County. He also raised his own cattle, farmed his own ground and operated Boon Trucking for many years.

Carol passed away in March 2004. Mac remarried to Shary (Humphreys) Jones on May 4, 2013.

Ralph was a member of the Max Community Center. His two great passions were looking after his cattle and working on and being around cars. Mac especially loved watching his son, Richard, race. Mac had a love for Corvettes and would always make time to drive through a car lot. He shared his passion for cars with his grandchildren, letting them drive sitting on his lap. Mac loved his grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Carol; and brothers, Frank and Daniel Boon.

Survivors include his wife, Shary Boon of Max; daughter, Becky (Jeff) Klippert of Colby, Kansas; son, Richard (special friend, Debbie) Boon of Benkelman; five sisters, Patricia (Blaine) Garrelts of Brady, Peggy Hodges of North Platte, Agnes (Mac) McFarlane of Berthoud, Colorado, Denise (special friend, Brian) Hinton of North Platte and Susan (domestic partner, Kara Rein) Boon of Midland, Texas; brother, Samuel (Melanie) Boon of Fairmont; grandchildren, Shelby Klipert, Ashley (Klippert) Underwood and Alisha Klipert of Colby, Cody Boon and Devin of Benkelman; great-granddaughter, Maddison of Colby; stepchildren, Kirk Jones, Kent Jones and Kimberly Sutherland and families; and numerous nieces and nephews and countless friends.

A memorial has been established. Online condolences may be shared at liewerfuneralhome.com.

Services will be at 10:30 a.m. MT on Friday, April 27, at the United Methodist Church, Benkelman, with Pastor Rod Heilbrun and Bob Stamm officiating. Burial will follow at the Benkelman Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-6 p.m. MT on Thursday, April 26, at the United Methodist Church. Benkelman Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Marlyn Dale Wilcox, 92, of Pilot Point, Texas, passed away April 25, 2018.

He was born on Feb. 8, 1926, in Gibbon to Chester M. and Norma J. (Omey) Wilcox.

Marlyn married Beverly Meller on Oct. 7, 1962, in Gering.

Marlyn was in the U.S. Navy and served in China. He was a member of SACO (pronounced “Socko”), the Sino-American Cooperative Organization, which was approved by both the Chinese and U.S. governments. SACO trained Chinese troops and gathered intelligence, and coast-watchers reported enemy movement. They also set up weather stations throughout China to produce weather reports for the Pacific Fleet. At the end of World War II, SACO included 97,000 organized Chinese guerrillas and 20,000 saboteurs and pirates.

For 40 years, Marlyn worked for Union Pacific Railroad as a conductor.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Chester and Norma; two sons, Stephan and Charles Wilcox; and brother and sister-in-law, Clayton and June Wilcox.

Marlyn is survived by his wife, Beverly of Pilot Point; three sons, Stanton (Brenda) Wilcox of Brenswick, Ohio, Marlyn Dee (Ellen) Wilcox of Alliance and Danny (Un Chu) Wilcox of Lakewood, Washington; daughters, Ronda Schultz of Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Judith (Clarence) Schanfish of Pilot Point; daughter-in-law, Marilyn Wilcox of North Platte; several grandchildren; great-grandson, Darren Nichols; several great-great-grandkids; two cousins, Terry Baum of Wichita, Kansas, and Bob Thompson of Lincoln; niece, Jane (Don) Baker of Denver; and nephew, Jon (Ann) Wilcox.

Online condolences may be shared at slaymemorialfuneralhome.com.

Services will be at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, April 30, at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery in Dallas. Visitation will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 28, at Slay Memorial Chapel in Pilot Point. Slay Memorial Funeral Center, Aubrey, Texas, is in charge of arrangements.

Margaret Emily Schuckert, 98, of North Platte, passed away April 13, 2018. She was born August 17, 1919 in Memphis, Tennessee to Gertrude Fritchey Williford and Emmet Polk Williford. She graduated high school in Memphis in 1936 and received a Bachelor of Science in Education from Memphis State University in 1940. She taught third grade and also attended Business School. She worked for the Red Cross during World War ll and was stationed at Camp Blanding, FL., Kessler Field in Biloxi, MS and Camp Livingston in Alexandria, LA. She met her husband John J. Schuckert at Camp Livingston and was married in 1945. They made their home in Cleveland, Ohio where John practiced Dentistry. John died in 1968 from influenza complications. Margaret earned a master’s degree in Social Work from Case Western Reserve University in 1947. She worked for Cuyahoga county health department in the 40’s, quit to raise her family then became Director of the Social Work department at Deaconess Hospital in Cleveland after she was widowed. She was an avid china painter, conducting classes and seminars and serving as President of the state chapters of Florida and Ohio.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, sister and husband. She is survived by daughters, Joanne McCulloch (Ross) and Dr. Susan Schuckert (Ron Anderson). She has one granddaughter, Janelle McCulloch (Andy Velasquez).

Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 19, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel. Memorials are suggested to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Online condolences may be shared at carpentermemorial.com. Carpenter Memorial Chapel is in care of arrangements.

Susan Marie Way, age 70 of North Platte, passed away April 25, 2018 at her home, which was full of children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Sue was born January 10, 1948 in Olean, NY to Francis and Thelma (Gleason) Keech.  She attended Bolivar Central High School in Ceres, NY.  She married Ronald Allen Dennis November 25, 1965 in Ceres, NY.  That union produced 2 daughters and 2 sons.  She moved to North Platte, NE in 1985.  After Ron’s passing in 1993, Sue finally met and married the love of her life, Michael Way of North Platte, March 24, 2006.  He passed away in 2010.  Both husbands were proud military veterans and are buried at Fort McPherson. Sue was a long time manager of the VFW Club and once owned the local restaurant “Eat-A-Bite” with Mike.  She loved animals of all types; her last favorite “friend” was her dog Buddy.  Sue was a cancer survivor known for her bandanas, and prior to succumbing to the second bout of cancer, Sue was known for donating her long beautiful hair to “Locks of Love”, and was featured in a front page article in the North Platte Telegraph on January 9, 2000.

Sue had a large caring family and extended family though her 2 marriages, including her daughter and BFF Ronda Whitmer, and Ronda’s husband Paul, the last member of the “3 Amigos”.  Survivors also include sons Tim (Jessica) Dennis of Austin, TX and Daniel Wayne Dennis of Derby, NY.  Pat Way of North Platte was not a son by blood, but in her heart he was a true son, and major supporter during her latest struggles; grandchildren include Eric Leland Dennis, Amber Gwynne, and Kayla Brinda all living in the North Platte area, Amanda Marie Dennis, Rauni-Nicholle Dennis, and Abbie Dennis of Colorado Springs, CO, and Alex and Jacob Dennis of Derby, NY.  Sue also had 8 great-grandchildren and 1 happily on the way.  Other special relations in the North Platte area include Sharon (Fermin) Hernandez and her extended family; Louie and Diane Herrick; Bob Mills; Mike Streweler; and all the gang at Kelsey’s Place.

She was preceded in death by her parents Francis and Thelma Keech; in-laws Paul and Marcella Dennis; daughter Dawn Marie Dennis; and both husbands Ron Dennis and Michael Way.

Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday April 30, 2018 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home with Pastor Gary Smith officiating.  Burial will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery.  Visitation will be from noon until 6:00 p.m. Sunday April 29, 2018 at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.

Terrance L. “Terry” Scoville, 71, of North Platte, passed away April 19, 2018, at North Platte Care Center.

He was born December 15, 1946 in Kearney, Nebraska to Carroll and Ruth (Datus) Scoville. The family resided in Sumner, Nebraska where Terry grew up with his older brother, Merlin “Mert” and many friends. His sister, Linda, completed the family when Terry was in his teens. He graduated in 1965 from Sumner High School.

Terry was a proud United States Army veteran, having served his country during the Vietnam War and lived for a time in Japan. Returning to the States, Terry attended college, achieving a degree from the College of DuPage. Always learning, Terry attended many more workshops and classes throughout his life.

Terry liked to travel and lived in many places, most notably, Chicago and St. Louis , but Nebraska was always home.  Following the end of a marriage, which produced two sons and the death of his father, Terry returned to the Sumner area to be closer to his mom.

Terry married Marlow “Mickie” in 1991 in Broken Bow, which added three more children to his family. After a few years in Broken Bow, they moved to North Platte. Terry served in management positions over the years at Kwik Stop Convenience  Stores, FYE and Goodwill Industries Retail Store. Terry became the social liaison officer for the Salvation Army, a job he held until his retirement a few years ago. He also took pride in his work for the Family Skills Building Service and serving on the board for the Nebraska State Gaming  Commission.

Always looking to enrich the lives of others, Terry and Mickie took in many foster children over the years, several children were still in contact. Terry thought the world of these youth and wanted nothing but the best for them.

Terry spent his free time looking to flesh out his family tree by researching genealogy and has many binders to show for his diligence. He loved going to the movies, shopping and especially Black Friday sales. Most weekends could find him and Mickie hitting up countless garage sales, on the lookout for new treasures. Terry loved spending time with his family and loved ones, especially his grandkids.

Terry is survived by his wife, Marlow “Mickie”; sons, Morgan, John, Jess, Matt and Aaron; Daughter, Chalice; grandsons, Morgan, Abraham and Trevor; brother, Merlin; sister, Linda (Jon); nephews, Steve and Tim; nieces, Shelly and Melinda; many more friends and family and his foster children. He is preceded in death by his parents, Carroll and Ruth Scoville; sister in law, LaVonne and nephew, Jeff.

The Reverend James Edward Novakowski, age 67 of North Platte, passed away at his home on Wednesday April 25, 2018.

Fr. Jim was born December 4, 1950 in Philadelphia, PA to Edward and Regina (Mulvey) Novakowski.  His mother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and he helped care for her until her death in 1986.  His father was married to Clare and she became a much loved step-mother to him.  He attended St. Anne Elementary School and Northeast Catholic High School in Philadelphia.  After graduation in 1969 he worked in the direct marketing field for 20 years, prior to entering the seminary.  In 1988 he enrolled at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary studying for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.  He completed his studies in 1992 and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts Degree.  He then transferred to St. Thomas Theological Seminary in Denver, CO where he studied for the Diocese of Grand Island and received his MA in Theology in 1995.  Beginning in the summer of 1993 he served in many capacities, with field experience at St. Mary Cathedral in Grand Island, NE and St. Pius X in Aurora, CO.  He received the Ministries of Acolyte and Lector on October 1, 1993.  In October of 1994 he was admitted to Candidacy for Orders and on October 21, 1994 was ordained to Diaconate.  He earned clinical pastoral experience at St. Joseph Hospital in Denver from September 1994 thru March 1995.  On June 2, 1995 he was ordained to the priesthood by the Most Reverend Lawrence J. McNamara at St. Mary Cathedral in Grand Island, NE.  On July 1, 1995 he became the associate pastor at Holy Rosary Church in Alliance, NE where he served for a year before becoming the pastor of St. John Evangelist in Stapleton, St. Agnes in Arnold, and St. Boniface in Callaway.  He served at these churches until July 1, 2001 when he became the pastor of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Sidney, NE.  On September 25, 2006 he was appointed Consultor and February 21, 2007, in addition to his other duties, he became Associate Director of Vocations.  On July 1, 2007 he became the pastor at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte as well as Sacred Heart in Sutherland and Our Lady of Guadalupe in Hershey.  On July 1, 2009 he accepted an additional assignment as Associate Director of Vocations for the North Platte Deanery.  On September 1, 2011 he was reappointed to the College of Consultors; July 1, 2013 he was named Episcopal Vicar for Clergy, and March 24, 2015 was reappointed Vicar for Clergy by Bishop Joseph Hanefeldt.  May 7, 2015 he was reappointed to College of Consultors through August 31, 2016.  Fr. Jim led a life of service to God and his church families and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Fr. Jim was preceded in death by his mother Regina (Mulvey) Novakowski; father Edward Novakowski; step-mother Clare Novakowski; and brother Edward.

Memorials are suggested to Holy Spirit Catholic Church and online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.  Christian Wake Services will be 7:00 p.m. Sunday April 29, 2018 and Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday April 30, 2018 both at Holy Spirit Catholic Church with The Most Reverend Joseph Hanefeldt, Bishop of Grand Island Diocese as Celebrant.  Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Sunday April 29, 2018 at Holy Spirit.  Burial will be at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Philadelphia, PA.  Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.