Monica married Lawrence Hixson and they had two daughters Mary and Brenda.

She is preceded in death by her husband Lawrence, daughter Mary, son-in-law Charles, grandson Kyle as well as her sisters Emma, Anna, Mary and brother Francis.

Monica is survived by her daughter Brenda, grandsons Kris (Marcy) Kody (Christine) and Kolton. She is also survived by her great grandkids Taylor, Kyarna and Rex, her brother. Father Nick Baker and sister Rose as well as her husband Meryl.

Monica has numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass was be held at Saint Stephens the Martyr on May 20 at 10:30AM. Address at 16701 S Street Omaha, NE.

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Stephanie was raised in the Falls City area and graduated from Falls City High School in 1996. She went on to attend Highland College and earned an accounting degree in 2000. She then began working for United Tribes as an accountant. She retired due to her health in 2012. She was a member of Riverside Fellowship Church at Rulo and baptized in 2014. She enjoyed crafting, her family and grandchildren were very important to her and she had a generous soul.

Stephanie is survived by her daughter, Hailey Moyer of Rulo, mother and step-father, Michele and Jeff Frederick of Rulo, brother, Jeffrey Frederick and his significant other, Becky Fouraker of White Cloud, KS, sisters, Monique Swim and her husband Richard of Hiawatha, KS, Jessica Palmer and her husband Jason of Auburn, NE, Adrianna Havens of Topeka, KS, Sara Cromier and her husband Travis of Wetmore, KS, step-sister, Kayla Stalker and her husband Josh of Hiawatha, grandmother, Beverly Frederick of Rulo, grandchildren, Kylian and Aislynn Thomas and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, and a grandmother, Cheri Ludwig

Her memorial service will be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home with Pastor David Showalter officiating.

Friends may sign the guest register during regular business hours at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

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Mary was a loving and devoted wife and mother whose purpose was to serve her Lord and family.  She worked various jobs over the years that included a nurse’s aide at the Humboldt Hospital, office manager at Albright & Christiansen Auction Service, and parts person at Lewis Implement Company in Humboldt.  Mary was a member of the Christian Church in Humboldt where she served the church over the years in many capacities including Elder.  Mary enjoyed reading, crocheting, writing poems, finishing jigsaw puzzles and pencil coloring.  Her biggest joy and love were spending time with her family and attending all their activities

 Mary went to her Lord and Savior on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Colonial Acres Nursing Home in Humboldt, Nebraska, having reached the earthly age of eighty-nine years, eleven months, and twenty-five days.  

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Don, daughters Donna (Overfield) Winker and Deane “DeeDee” Overfield, great-grandson Devin Hunzeker, sisters: Mildred Louise, Donna Jean, and Marjorie “Darlene”, brothers: Willard Eugene, Mark Duane, and Richard “Dick” Keith Mullins, and son-in-law Bruce Winker.   

Mary is survived by her children: Debbie James and husband Danny of Humboldt, Dan Overfield and wife Cindy of Auburn, Darcy Weldon of Lincoln, 14 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Christian Church in Humboldt, Nebraska with Pastor Howard Blecha officiating.  Interment will immediately follow services at the Humboldt Cemetery. A livestream broadcast of Mary’s service will be on our Wherry Mortuary/Monument Face Book page for those not attending services.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at Wherry Mortuary, 207 Nemaha Street in Humboldt.  Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. at the mortuary.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family’s choice with a later designation.

Condolences can be shared online at www.wherrymortuary.com

Services entrusted to Wherry Mortuary-207 Nemaha Street-Humboldt, Nebraska 68376 (402) 862-2915.

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He married Jenny Massey on September 4, 1990 at Shubert. She passed away January 31, 2021

Max was raised at Shubert and graduated from Southeast Consolidated High School in 1977. Following graduation he attended community college. He then started working as a security guard at Cooper Nuclear Station and then became a guard at the Tecumseh State Prison. He retired in 2016 as a sergeant. He enjoyed being outdoors on the farm and being around his animals. He loved his family and Jesus more than anything. In his younger days he enjoyed powerlifting. He was a member of Shubert Christian Church.

Max is survived by his son, Max Shafer, IV of Shubert, step-son, Jeff Kosmicki and his wife Tyeisha of Omaha, NE and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, sister, Penny and a daughter, Treia.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Prairie Union Cemetery near Shubert with Pastor Pamela Fullbright officiating.

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He married Mary Steinman on February 19, 1972 at Falls City. She passed away February 2, 1998.

Frank served in the Nebraska National Guard, Company B in Falls City.

Frank was raised in Falls City and graduated from Falls City High School in 1963. He went on to graduate from Peru State College in 1970 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He was employed by the City of Falls City in the utility department, later working in security at Cooper Nuclear Station and then as a correctional officer at Tarkio, MO. They moved to Lincoln in 1994 and he worked at the York Penitentiary. They moved back to Falls City in 1997 and back to Lincoln following the death of his wife. 

In Lincoln, he worked various jobs before starting Reavis & Sons Painting. He went on to be a security officer at Millard South High School and retired in 2014 from the Lincoln Regional Center. He was actively involved as a mentor with the TeamMates Mentoring Program. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting.

Frank is survived by his children, Jeremy and his wife Rochelle of Lincoln, Frank Aaron and his wife Suzy of Gretna, NE, Justin of Lincoln, Christine Reavis of Lincoln, grandchildren, Jake, Emmeline, Logan, Makayla, Hailey, Justis and Bailee Reavis. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, a son, Christopher and a brother, David.

His memorial service will be held on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM at The Life Church of Lincoln, 6810 P Street, Suite 300, Lincoln, NE, with Pastor Gene Alphin officiating.

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    Connie was raised in Shubert, Nebraska, where she was struck by a disabling disease as a young child. She remained in her parents’ home under their loving care until her mother passed away in 2000. In December of 2000 she moved to the Mosaic Home in Beatrice, Nebraska, where she remained until her passing.

    “Daddy’s Lady”, as Connie loved to be known by, enjoyed taking rides through Indian Cave State Park near Shubert. She was a fan of rock and roll music, especially when it was played really loud!

    Connie is lovingly remembered by her siblings Gary (Alice) Alexander of Auburn, Nancy Stokes of Falls City, Glenn (Angelia) Alexander of Humboldt, Landon (Jan) Alexander of Shubert; brother-in-law Jerome (Roseanne) Macklin of Redfield, IA; many nieces and nephews; and her Mosaic family.

    In addition to her parents, she is pre-deceased by her sisters Twila Hochstein and Joyce Macklin, brother Wayne Alexander, brother-in-law Delynn Stokes, and nephews Timothy Macklin and Jeff Geisman.

    A memorial service will be held Monday, April 27, Hemmingsen Funeral Home in Auburn, officiated by Pastor Chad Berry. Steve Jones will give the eulogy and Misty Price will perform “Wonderful Merciful Savior”. Honorary bearers are Gary Alexander, Glenn Alexander, and Landon Alexander. Burial of ashes will be in the Nemaha Cemetery.

   Services are entrusted to Hemmingsen Funeral Home.

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She married William “Bill” Woods, Sr. on November 25, 1966 at Wise, VA. He passed away May 28, 2024.

Sheala was raised in Greenup, KY. When married the coupled lived in various places due to her husband’s military service. She was a homemaker most of her life. The couple first moved to Falls City in 1990 and then to Florida in 1996 and back to Falls City in 2011, where she has lived since. She enjoyed playing bingo at the casino, playing cards with friends, spending time with her family and volunteering at church. She was a member of Valley Avenue Baptist Church.

Sheala is survived by her children, William “Woody” Woods, Jr. and his wife Tina of Escondido, CA, Rana Frenzel and her husband Jeff of Falls City, Delp and her significant other Michael “Rose” Turner of Falls City, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three brothers and a sister and a grandchild, Kendell Delp.

Her memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Valley Avenue Baptist Church with Pastor Chad Berry officiating. Inurnment will be in Steele Cemetery.

Friends may sign the guest registry during regular business hours at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

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He owned and operated Hell Creek Cabins at Wilson Lake. In his spare time, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Rex spent his retirement collecting antique toys. 

Rex is survived by his daughters, Jenny (David) Helmick of Salem, NE, Melody Haupt, Broken Bow, NE; sons, Justin (Kristy) Martin of Holyrood, KS, John (Felicia) Martin, Salem, NE, Matt (Makooshla) Usher, Holyrood, KS; mother, Sherryn Rist, Humbolt, NE; mother-in-law, Norma Alford, Fayetteville, AR; brother, Mark (Connie) Usher of Auburn, NE; sisters, Ronda (Justin) Vaughan of Bennet, NE, Rebecca (Adam) Stanley of Stella, NE; grandchildren, Dalton and Derek Helmick, Karlee and Gracie Haupt, Victoria Reyna and Chandler Martin, Addy, Auroara and Jonnie Martin, Matthew and Patrick Usher, Ronnie Rogers; many nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Brynn Martin, brother, Russell Usher, father, Gary Usher and wife, Kathy Usher. 

Funeral service will be held Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 2 PM, at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Wilson. Burial will follow at Wilson City Cemetery. Dinner will follow at the American Legion in Dorrance. Visitation will be held Friday, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at the funeral home in Wilson. 

Memorials are suggested to Ellsworth County Cancer Fund and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.  Online condolences may be left for the family at www.plumeroverlease.com  

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In 1957, Jerri was united in marriage to Bobby Garland and to this union five daughters were born. The couple lived in Oregon and Arizona, visiting Falls City in the summers. They founded a fishing lure business “Garland Lures”, making bass and crappie jigs. The couple would later divorce in 1979.  Jerri remarried Murphy McDonald and the couple moved back to Falls City where they bought the blue house next to the Water Tower.  They enjoyed attending auctions and renovating their house.  Jerri had prolific garage sales which turned into her owning a small antique shop.

Jerri is survived by her daughters: Dawn Smith of Falls City, Diana Meyers of Falls City, Danelle Brown and husband George of Falls City, Dorena Spitler and husband Mark of Peoria, AZ; 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; her brother James Titus of Falls City, her sister Julie Houser and husband Randy of Florence, AZ; and many other relatives and friends.  

She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands Bobby Garland and Murphy McDonald, daughter Debra Blair, and sister-in-law Joyce Titus.

A Celebration of Jerri’s Life will be held by the family at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family’s choice with a later designation.

Condolences can be shared online at www.hallfuneral.net

Services entrusted to Hall Funeral Home-2403 Harlan ST-Falls City, NE 68355 (402) 245-3131

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