Obituaries

Norbert Anthony Lesiak

Norbert Anthony Lesiak

Norbert Anthony Lesiak

Norbert Anthony Lesiak, 93, of Fullerton, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, at his home.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Fullerton, with Reverend Stan Schmit officiating.
Luceine L. Penne

Luceine L. Penne

Luceine L. Penne

Luceine L. Penne, 100, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026, at Cloverlodge Care Center in St. Edward.There will be a Memorial Service at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2026, at Levander Funeral Home in Albion with Father Matt Gutowski officiating.
Russell Dean Christensen

Russell Dean Christensen

Russell Dean Christensen

Russell Dean Christensen, 68, of Belgrade, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, at his home.To honor Russ’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of life open house will be held on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, from 2-6 p.m. at his home, 123 S A St., Belgrade, NE 68623.
Edwin J. Maslonka

Edwin J. Maslonka

Edwin J. Maslonka

Edwin J. Maslonka, 81, of Grand Island passed away at his home in Grand Island on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026.  Graveside services will be held on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026, at 11 a.m. at St. Peters Catholic Cemetery in Fullerton with Deacon Don Placke officiating.
Joann J. Dubas

Joann J. Dubas

Joann J. Dubas

Joann J. Dubas, 87, of Clarks, passed away on Aug. 13, 2026, at her home, 3 days shy of her 88th birthday. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026, at 10 a.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Clarks. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 18 from 5-7 p.m. with a 7 p.m.
Charles Gerry McIntyre

Charles Gerry McIntyre

Charles Gerry McIntyre

Charles Gerry McIntyre, 91, of Fullerton, passed away Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026, at his home.Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 17, 2026, at Fullerton Community Church in Fullerton, with Pastor Vern Olson officiating. Burial of ashes will follow at Main Cemetery in Belgrade.
Susan E. Ausbun

Susan E. Ausbun

Susan E. Ausbun

Susan E. Ausbun, 79, of Silver Creek, died on Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, at Genoa Community Hospital. The family will hold a dedication of life for Sue at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later time.  Condolences may be sent to the family at www.
Elizabeth ‘Betty’ J. Ondracek

Elizabeth ‘Betty’ J. Ondracek

Elizabeth ‘Betty’ J. Ondracek

Elizabeth “Betty” J. Ondracek, 83, of Grand Island, formerly of Greeley, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Country House in Grand Island.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug.
Russell Sprague

Russell Sprague

Russell Sprague

Russell Sprague, 67, of Fullerton, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2026, at Grand Island Regional in Grand Island, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and cherished memories.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, Aug.
Martin J. Laska

Martin J. Laska

Martin J. Laska

Martin J. Laska, 63, of St. Edward, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, near St. Edward as a result of a grain bin accident.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, July 20, 2026, at St. Edward Catholic Church with Rev. Larry Stoley and Deacon Harlan Long officiating.