Rick Boardman

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of our beloved Rick Boardman, 61, of Henderson. Rick lost his life tragically in an agricultural aircraft accident on June 11, 2026, near the place that meant the most to him, his home and business, R&M Flying Service.

Donna Margaret Hebda

Donna Margaret Hebda, 68, of Vinita, Okla., formerly of Fullerton, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15 at Heartsworth Living Center in Vinita where she had resided since 2014.She was born March 19, 1958, to C. S.

Diane Vigna

Diane Vigna, 76, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, at her home in the Black Hills of South Dakota, with her loving husband of 55 years, Edward Vigna, by her side.Born on June 18, 1949, in Omaha to Dr. James and Janice Maly, Diane grew up in Fullerton.

Donald Paul Kilday

Donald Paul Kilday, 89, of Fullerton, passed away Friday, June 12, 2026, at Boone County Health Center in Albion.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Fullerton, with Reverend Allen Pingel officiating.

Joseph Edward Grella

Joseph Edward Grella, 65, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in Shawnee, Okla. Born on July 28, 1960, in Cheyenne, Wyo., to Edward and Jayme (Pickrel) Grella, Joe lived life on his own terms: fast, loud, and full of adventure.

Robert ‘Bob’ Hawthorne

Robert “Bob” Hawthorne, 87, of Columbus, died Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at his home.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, May 26, at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church with Father Nicholas Mishek celebrating the Mass. Visitation will be on Monday, from 5-7 p.m.

Carol Sue Reed

Carol Sue Reed, age 82, of Kearney, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026 at Kearney Regional Medical Center.Graveside services will be at 1:00 PM, Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Axtell with Father Josh Brown officiating.

Richard Alan Schank

Richard Alan Schank, 79, of Clarks, died Sunday, May 10, 2026, at his home in Clarks. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at the family’s home in rural Clarks on Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 2-5 p.m. His ashes will be spread at a later date.

Ruth Myers

Ruth Myers passed away peacefully at Tabitha Nursing Home in Lincoln the morning of Tuesday, May 5, 2026.A memorial service in her honor will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Fullerton Community Church with Pastor Joy officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Don E. Hannappel

Don E. Hannappel, 71, of Clarks, died on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Bickford Senior Living in Grand Island. Funeral mass will be held Friday, May 1, 2026, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Clarks at 10:30 a.m. with Father Joe Hannappel officiating.