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.

James Francis Kramer

James Francis Kramer, 58, of Fullerton, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family after a year-long battle with cancer.To honor Jim's wishes, a private family memorial service will be held.

James E. Mitchell

James E. Mitchell of Fullerton passed away after a life devoted to serving the Lord, his family, and others. He had lived in Fullerton for the past year and was formerly from Preston, Idaho.James spent 36 years in ministry, pastoring nine churches across the country.

Arlis V. Phelps

Arlis V. Phelps, 83, of Central City, died on Thursday, June 18, 2026, at Bryan Medical Center West in Lincoln. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Central City. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 26 from 5-7 p.m.

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.