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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The combined ceremony will include 108 graduates from Beatrice, 665 from Lincoln, 448 from Milford and 104 dual credit students. There will be a total of 1,390 degrees conferred including 701 associates degrees, 152 diplomas and 537 certificates.

Tickets are not required and there is no limit to the number of guests per graduate. Guests are invited to sit in any non-reserved section in the 100-level of the arena with handicap seating available on the main concourse. PBA enforces a clear-bag policy, which limits the size and type of bag allowed in the venue.

Paid parking is available at Park & Go parking garages and metered street parking around PBA. Accessible parking is also available at Park & Go with the drop-off area located on the south side of PBA (R Street).

State Senator Jason Prokop will deliver the commencement address. A native of Crete, he represents District 27 in the Nebraska Legislature, brining decades of public policy experience and a deep commitment to Nebraska. Before joining the Legislature, Prokop built an accomplished career across the public and nonprofit sectors. He currently serves as Director of First Five Nebraska, a nonprofit focused on early childhood care and education. Prokop oversees the organization’s policy and communications work. Prior to that, he served as External Affairs Manager at the Nebraska Department of Transportation. Earlier in his career, he spent several years in Washington, D.C., serving in senior positions for U.S. Senator Ben Nelson. Prokop also served as Chief of Staff to the CEO at the National Association of Insurance Commissioners.

The ceremony will be live streamed if family and friends are unable to attend in-person.

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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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Highway Superintendent Steve Darveau Jr. reported that the County currently has only two operational semi-trucks. One is experiencing trailer issues. The trailer’s axles have been removed, and a weld is being repaired. While the repair is underway, all new bushings will be installed. Darveau cited the difficulty of getting the axles back into the proper position once they have been removed. Another truck has been out of commission for nearly a month while wiring issues are being investigated, and a third truck is experiencing DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) pump issues. 

“It’s just one thing after another,” said Darveau. “We do this every year, it seems like we go through it with these trucks.” 

Darveau also discussed the vehicle cameras through Verizon. He said the estimate he received from Otoe County was inaccurate. In total, cameras will be installed in 24 County vehicles. The cameras will be front- and rear-facing. The County will pay $1,200 per month for the units. 

A contract with Van Dorn Valley Construction, LLC, for the Dawson NW C-74 (2023-05) in the amount of $40,720.78 was approved. 

Chief Deputy Dexter Holliday presented the Board with an update on routine business at the Law Enforcement Center and Jail. Holliday reported that the jail was currently holding 17 inmates. A new service agreement with IDEMIA for LiveScan fingerprinting was presented. The system speeds up the registration and enrollment of inmate data during booking. The cost of the agreement is $2,917.00. The motion passed 3-0. 

Falls City EDGE Director Lucas Froeschl delivered a quarterly report to the Commissioners. 

Director Froeschl said he had informed Citroniq of the change in Falls City’s City Administrator and that it wouldn’t affect anything moving forward. 

“He’s (Gary Jorn) all in on what we’re doing here,” said Froeschl. “He really brings a finance expertise that is valuable there.” 

He also noted a recent Citroniq press release stating that half of the Nebraska plant’s output has been pre-sold for the next 15 years. 

“They are using that as leverage to get the private investment they need to get to the next step,” said Froeschl. 

Mr. Froeschl said he’d like to execute land option agreements this calendar year. 

“We’re still trying to make sure we win this project and bring it here to Richardson County,” said Froeschl. 

Froeschl also said that a $5 million grant has been submitted to the Federal Economic Development Administration for the transmission line project. An error was found in the submission, but the grant will be resubmitted. 

“It sounds like the Denver office for the EDA is excited about this project,” said Froeschl. “So, they are really trying to work with us to make sure we get it submitted.”

At 10:00, Commissioner Caverzagie moved to enter a closed meeting with EMA Director Brian Kirkendall, County Attorney Samantha Scheitel, and Clerk Mary Eickhoff to discuss possible litigation and to protect the public interest. 

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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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