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Alva C. Harper

Submitter: Kaylynn Loveland (dec'd) Source: Wood River Sunbeam March 4th, 1920

Wood River has lost another one of it's fine young men. Alva Harper died February 28th at the home of Mrs. Lyham. A few days before, he had been in school. He was taken sick with smallpox, complications set in, and within a few hours he passed away. He was born in Wood River on February 1, 1905 and lived here all his life. Eight years ago he lost his mother, Fanny Jane Harper. For the last three years he had been staying with Mrs. Lyham. Survived by a loving family which includes his father, Samuel Harper, and three brothers and three sisters, of which are Mrs. Harvey (Lelah) Ellis, Mrs. Viola Oswald, Mrs. Zilmer (Edith) Burmood, John, Harry, and Howard Harper. At death he was in 10th grade. One of his former teachers said he was the best developed, mentally and physically, of any boy he knew.
The funeral services were held at the cemetery out in the open sunshine of a beautiful day, conducted by Mr. M.G. Montgomery of the Presbyterian Church of Wood River.

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Fanny Jane (North) Harper

Submitter: Kaylynn Loveland Source: Shelton Clipper August 17, 1911

"FARMER'S WIFE DIES SUDDENLY"

Mrs. Fanny Jane Harper died suddenly Monday at her home 41/2 miles southeast of Shelton of heart failure, her death resulting in about 2 hours after the attack. Mrs. Harper was in the yard when she was stricken and fell to the ground. Mr. Harper was at the barn and was called by a daughter who had seen the mother fall. He immediately ran and picked her up and carried her into the house and placed her on a bed. Word was sent to the home of Thomas Ellis nearby and from there a telephone message was sent for Dr.E.L. Smith of Shelton. The physician immediately went out but could do nothing to relieve the woman and she died at 8:30. She was conscious up to within about 5 minutes of her death. Mrs. Harper had been in apparently good health and had not complained of not feeling well, so that her death was wholly unexpected. She leaves a husband and 7 children in ages from 3 to 15 years. The funeral was held at the home yesterday afternoon, the remains being interred in the Wood River Cemetery. The deceased was 38 years of age, having been born in DeWitt County, Illinois, April 6, 1873, the daughter of John and Sarah (Provin) North. She was married at Clinton, Illinois Jan. 26, 1893 to Samuel D. Harper and they came to Nebraska Feb. 25, 1893, locating at Wood River. They have resided in this vicinity ever since. She was held in the highest esteem by all who knew her, and her sudden and unexpected death was a great shock to all her friends.

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John Edward Harper

Submitter: Kaylynn Loveland Source: Wood River Sunbeam April 2, 1953

"DEATH CLAIMS VETERAN BUSINESS MAN"

Death claimed one of Wood River's well known businessmen Tuesday evening when John Edward Harper (Bud), succumbed to a heart attack. Although he had been in failing health for about eight years, he had continued to work at his locker system whenever he was able. He had conducted a number of businesses here since his graduation from high school in 1909, and was widely known in this area. He was 62 years of age. Funeral services will be held Friday, April 3. The body will be at the family home until time of service. Burial will be in the Wood River Cemetery. A son of John and Lucinda (Gano) Harper, he was born in Lane, Illinois on July 13, 1890, the youngest child. The family settled in Cameron Township, north of Wood River, then into Wood River in 1897, where he has resided since. He was affiliated with the Presbyterian church his whole life, and was married to Hester M. Hoon in 1917 at Kearney, Nebraska. After he completed his schooling he entered the well business and in 1919 he purchased a grocery store. In 1924 he erected Harper Locker and moved his grocery store there. In 1926 he quit the grocery store and opened a restaurant in the building. Survived by his wife and one sister, Mrs. Andrew (Bertha) Stone, who is the last of the Harper family in Wood River. Proceeding him in death were his parents, one brother, and two sisters. "Business Places to Close from 12:00 to 4:00 Friday" Most business places will be closed tomorrow from noon to 3:00 for Good Friday, and remain closed until 4:00 for the funeral of John Edward Harper whose services are being held at 3:00 tomorrow at the Presbyterian Church.

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John William Harper

Submitter: Kaylynn Loveland Source: Wood River Sunbeam June 4, 1916

The already sadly depleted ranks of the old soldiers of this community suffered another loss this week in the death of Comrade John Harper who passed away at the General Hospital in Grand Island, Monday of this week from bowel trouble, he being taken to that place for an operation Tuesday of last week following an acute attack of illness the Sunday before, aged 68 years, 7 months, and 17 days. The wife and children were at the bedside at the time of dissolution. The remains were brought to Wood River on the same day and funeral services were held at the home Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock, conducted by Rev. H.G. Clair in the presence of an unusually large gathering of neighbors and friends, the services being in charge of Bradley Post No. 134, G.A.R., of which the deceased was an honored member, and the following old soldies bearing the remains to their last resting place in the Wood River Cemetery: E. Kunz, C.E. Towne, J.A. Morgan, Geo. Fredericks, Joseph Ross, and Samuel Hall. John Harper was born October 12, 1847 in Delaware, Ohio, where he grew to manhood. On February 26, 1863 he responded to his country's call and enrolled in Co. K, Eight Regiment of the Ohio Cavalry, and served until July 30, 1865 when her received an honorable discharge at Clarksburg, West Virginia. Returning home, he remained about a year when he moved to Illinois and was united in marriage to Lucinda Gano, August 26, 1868. To this union two sons and three daughters were born, who together with the wife survive as follows: Mrs. Emma Riesland, Lincoln; and Samuel Harper, Mrs. Ira Brunner, Mrs. Andrew Stone, and J.E. Harper, all of Wood River. One brother and two sisters still living in Catawba, Ohio also survive, as well as 12 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. He came to Nebraska in 1883 and farmed in Cameron tp until about 20 years ago when he came to Wood River where he has since resided, devoting himself to general team work and driving the hearse for the last 18 years. John Harper was a man well liked and highly esteemed in the community. He was a hard worker, honest in his dealings, ever a devoted husband and father, and a good and patriotic citizen. As his old soldier comrades, with uncertain step and bent form, escorted his remains to their last resting place, and did honor to his memory, it brought a special tinge of sadness in the knowledge that the living actors of the Grand Army of the Republic will soon be with us no more.

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Lucinda Jane (Gano) Harper

Submitter: Kaylynn Loveland Source: Wood River Sunbeam Thursday, July 4, 1940

Grandma Harper passed away at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Andy (Bertha) Stone, Sunday afternoon, June 30, at 1:00 p.m. She had been ill only a few hours when the end came and the news of her passing was a shock to her friends. Lucinda Jane Gano was born in Ohio on August 26, 1852. She was married to John Harper on August 26, 1868 at Lane, Illinois at the age of 16. To this union five children were born, who survive to mourn the loss of a devoted mother. They are Mrs. Emma Riesland of Lincoln, Neb., Sam Harper of Omaha, Neb., Nora Brunner, Bertha (Babe) Stone, and Eddie (Bud) Harper, all of Wood River. The family moved to Wood River on Feb. 24, 1893 and located on a farm north of town where they lived four years. In 1897 they moved into the town property where Grandma made her home continuously until her death. Her husband, John W. Harper, died the 29th of May, 1916. Grandma Harper, as she was called by young and old alike, shared the joys and sorrows of her neighbors and friends throughout the early days of pioneer life in the vicinty, was always ready to help in time of trouble and sorrow. She was happiest when home with her family around her and their devotion to her was unceasing. With a wide knowledge of current topics and a keen insight into human nature, it was a pleasure to visit with her. Mrs. Harper was for many years a faithful member of the Presbyterian church. Funeral services were held from the church on Wednesday afternoon, July 3, 1940 with Rev. Fenton C. Jones officiating. "My Task is Done" and "An Evening Prayer" were sung by Mrs. John Jewett who was accompanied by Mrs. Melvin Lanman at the piano. Casket bearers wre H.P. Honold, E.L. Thelen, Rudolph Gloe, Carl McGlasson, John Jewett, and C.O. Williams. Interment was made in the Wood River Cemetery.

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Samuel David Harper

Submitter: Kaylynn Loveland (dec'd) Source: Ref: Apfel Funeral Home (Wood River, Nebraska) Sept. 1943

Funeral Home Card:Samuel David Harper. Died Thursday, Sept. 16, 1943. Funeral Services will be held from Methodist Church, Sept. 19 at 2:00 p.m. Rev. W.A. Hubbard officiating. Remains at Mrs. Andy (Bertha) Stone home until time of services. Burial in Wood River Cemetery. Pall Bearers: Harry English, Edsel Hauke, O. K. Winn, William Mankin, George Smeaton, L. C. Wilson. Hymns: Nearer My God to Thee, Asleep In Jesus, Blest Be The Ties That Bind. Vocalists: Mr. and Mrs. Roy Hofrichter, Miss Marjorie Slack, Mr. Ed Hofrichter, Mrs. Amy Slack (piano).

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Edna Harry

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent Monday, April 15, 1940, page 4

MRS. EDNA HARRY OF CHAPMAN, DIES

Mrs. Edna HARRY of Chapman, Neb., 39, wife of Herman HARRY, passed away at a local hospital shortly after six o'clock last evening. Mrs. HARRY was taken suddenly ill Wednesday of last week, and she entered the hospital Saturday for treatment. Death was attributed to an internal obstruction. Enda Lucille GOFF was born in this city October 17, 1900, the daughter of Ed and Mary GOFF. She attended the schools of this city, and completed her education at the Grand Island Business college. Her marriage to Mr. Harry took place at Hastings October 15, 1930. Mr. and Mrs. Harry went immediately to Chapman to make their family home. Mrs. Harry was active in the social affairs of the Chapman community. Her kindly and helpful personality drew to her a host of friends. She is survived by her husband, her only daughter, Alice Jean HARRY; and two sisters, Mrs. Ed CRICK of this city and Mrs. Verdie KELLEY of Denver, Colo. Mrs. Harry was preceded in death by her father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Ed GOFF, and by one sister, Miss Celia GOFF. Funeral rites will be held at nine o'clock Wednesday morning in St. Mary's cathedral. Recitation of the rosary will be at eight o'clock Tuesday night at the Livingston-Sondermann funeral home. Friends may call at the family home at Chapman to pay their respects to Mrs. Harry this evening and tomorrow

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Sarah L. Hendricks

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent Monday, May 6, 1940, page 4

DEATH TAKES SARAH HENDRICKS

Mrs. Sarah L. HENDRICKS, nonagenarian Civil War widow, died at 5:15 p. m. Sunday at the home of Alfred BEHRENS, 604 West Ninth street, after an extended illness die to advanced age. Sarah L. LEVEE was born at West Point, Ia., Dec. 14, 1849 and married Wm. H. HENDRICKS also of West Point, Ia., Oct. 19, 1875. A daughter, Lizzie, was born of their marriage. Mr. and Mrs. HENDRICKS and their small daughter came to Nebraska in 1882, locating on a farm 2 1/2 miles south of the Hamilton county bridge. She continued making her home there until three years ago, when she moved to Grand Island. Her daughter, Lizzie, died Apr. 2, 1901, leaving a small daughter, Florence PERKEY, who grew to womanhood in the home of her grandparents and later married Alfred BEHRENS. Mrs. HENDRICKS is survived by four great-grandchildren, Mrs. Leo COLE and Bill and Fern BEHRENS of this city, and Mrs. August SCHWARTZ of Wood River; one great, great-grandchild, David Lee COLE, and Alfred BEHRENS, husband of a deceased grandaughter, with whom she made her home. Her husband also preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the Geddes funeral home. Rev. Fredrick LEAVITT, of Leigh, will officiate and burial will be in the Phillips cemetery. The family requests no flowers.

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Robert Hall

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent Tuesday, April 19, 1910

DEATH OF ROBERT HALL
Was at Work Only Yesterday - Stricken with Paralysis

Robert E. Hall died at 2:30 o'clock this afternoon, at his home, 213 West Tenth street. Mr. Hall was formerly a conductor on the St. Joseph & Grand Island railroad. Owing to poor health he has not been on the road this winter but has been weighing mail. He was taken sick yesterday, and was found in the yard unconscious, having suffered a stroke, and one arm was found to be paralyzed. He rallied somewhat, but at night was stricken a second time and did not become conscious again. Though his health had been poor, his ailments were not considered serious, and the news of his death will therefore come as quite a shock to the many friends of the deceased and his family. Mr. Hall leaves a wife and six children to mourn his loss. He was 49 years old, having been born in Leavenworth, Kan., in May 1871. He was a member of the Order of Railway Conductors. Funeral announcements will be made later.

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Everett Hadenfeldt

Submitter: Jackie Little Source: Cairo Record Sept. 11, 1986

Everett A. Hadenfeldt, 76, of Cairo died Sunday, September 7 (1986) at a Grand Island hospital. Services were Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Christ Lutheran Church in Cairo with the Rev. Carl Wenck officiating. Burial was in Mount Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation was Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at the church. Memorials were suggested to the church. Mr. Hadenfeldt was born March 30, 1910, in Hall County to William and Marie Aickoff Hadenfeldt. He was educated in Hall County rural schools. He farmed his entire life in Hall County and raised livestock with his son. On August 5, 1931, he married Minnie Baade at Grand Island. The couple farmed near Wood River until moving southwest of Cairo where he since resided. Mrs. Hadenfeldt died in December, 1983. Mr. Hadenfeldt was a member of Christ Lutheran Church where he served as an elder. Survivors include one daughter, of San Diego, Calif.; a daughter-in-law; five grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; half brothers, of Cairo; and on half sister, of San Diego. He was preceded in death by his wife, one son, one grandson, one brother and two half brothers.

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Jack Hadenfeldt

Submitter: Jackie Little Source: Unknown ca. Jan. 1982

Jack L. Hadenfeldt, 43, of Cairo died Saturday (2 January 1982) at a Grand Island hospital.Services were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Christ Lutheran Church in Cairo. The Rev. Roland Going oddiciated. Burial was in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery at Cairo.Memorials are suggested to the church or the Cairo Emergency Unit.Mr. Hadenfeldt was born May 24, 1938, at Grand Island, the son of Everett and Minnie Baade Hadenfeldt. He received his education at District 59 School and was a 1955 graduate of Cairo High School. He attended Milford Trade School and worked at Cornhusher Army Ammunition Plant, later farming southwest of Cairo. On August 23, 1957, he married Karen Rathmen at Grand Island. They lived southwest of Cairo. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, the Platt-Deutsche Society, Ducks Unlimited and Farmers Union. Survivors include his widow, three sons, of Ravenna and two at home; two grandchildren of Ravenna, his parents of Cairo and a sister of San Diego, Calif. He was preceded in death by an infant son.

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Lula Harders

Submitter: Jackie Little Source: Cairo Record April 1986

Lula J. Harders, 77, of Wood River, died Sunday (20 April 1986) at a Grand Island hospital. Services were Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Cairo. The Rev. Roland Going officiated. Burial was in Westlawn Cemetery in Grand Island. Visitation was Tuesday from 5-8 p.m. at the Apfel Funeral Home in Cairo. Memorials were suggested to Christ Lutheran Church in Cairo. Mrs. Harders were born July 17, 1908, in Hall County to Adolph and Emma Schultz Kroeger. She attended District 42 in Hall County. On February 19, 1930, she married Ernest Harders at Kearney. The couple have always lived in the Cairo and Wood River area. Mr. Harders died in August of 1973. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith in Christ Lutheran Church in Cairo and was a charter member of the Ladies Aid Society. She is survived by three sons, Doyle, Vernon, and Lyle, all of Wood River; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Ceclia Hugo (Clara) Harders and Mrs. Carl (Alvira) Harders of Wood River, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her husband, three sisters, and one brother.

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Viona Harvey

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent Thursday, February 26, 1998

Viona Harvey, 50, of rural Grand Island died Wednesday, Feb. 25, 1998, at her home. Services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday at Apfel-Butler-Geddes Funeral Home. The Rev. Fred Gardner will officiate. Burial will be in the Chapman Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family. Mrs. Harvey was born on May 1, 1947, at the family home in Valley County to Oliver and Roena (Dunbar) Morgan. She grew up in Valley County, was educated at Loup City and graduated from Loup City High School in 1965. She married Donald Harvey on Oct. 2, 1965, at Mira Valley Church. The couple lived near Grand Island, where she was the office manager for Harvey's Appliance Co. She enjoyed traveling. Survivors include her husband; one son, Dale Harvey of Grand Island; two daughters, Donna Harvey of Grand Island and Debra Neel of Archer; two granddaughters; five brothers, Marlen Morgan of Brighton, Colo., Chester Morgan of Gibbon, Charles Morgan and Melvin Morgan, both of North Loup, and Galen Morgan of Lincoln; and six sisters, Arlene Woodring of Tacoma, Wash., Donna Bushee of Poinette, Wis., Ryta Hartzell of Page, Ariz., Neoma Placke of North Loup, Ruby Garner of Winner, S.D., and Gladys Maring of Callaway. She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Merrilyn.

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Merna Hoage

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent Thursday, February 26, 1998

AUSTIN, Texas -- Merna M. Hoage, 65, of Austin, Texas, formerly of Wood River, died Feb. 18, 1998. Services were at Beck Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. The Rev. Elmer Holtman officiated. Graveside services will be at 2:30 p.m. Friday at Cameron Cemetery near Wood River. Mrs. Hoage was born on July 28, 1932, in Wood River to Everett and Ruby (Dubbs) Vogel. She grew up and attended school in Wood River and graduated from Wood River High School in 1949. She attended Kearney State College. She married Frank Hoage on April 15, 1955, in Grand Island. She was a bookkeeper for many years. The couple lived in many places, including Germany, due to her husband's Army career. At the time of her death, she was a bookkeeper at Westwood High School in Austin. Survivors include her husband; two sons, Wade and Anthony "Tony" Hoage, both of Austin; and two sisters, Ramona Hadenfeldt of Fort Collins, Colo., and Cheryl Tyler of Wood River. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Franklin Vogel.

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Dick Hodgson

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent February 3, 1998

PARK RAPIDS, Minn. -- Richard "Dick" Neil Hodgson, 65, of Park Rapids, Minn., formerly of Cairo and Wood River, died Jan. 23, 1998, at St. Joseph's Area Health Services in Park Rapids. Services were Wednesday at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Park Rapids. The Rev. Charles Torpey officiated. Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery at Park Rapids. Cease Family Funeral Home of Park Rapids was in charge of arrangements. Mr. Hodgson was born on Oct. 21, 1932, in Cairo to Clyde and Rosemary (O'Brien) Hodgson. He graduated from Wood River High School and Colorado School of Floral Design in Denver. He married Barbara J. Bonham on June 28, 1958, in Grand Island. He owned and operated Hodgson Floral and Gift Shop in Grand Island. They moved to Park Rapids in 1976. He owned and operated the Gambles Store in Park Rapids from 1982 to 1984. He became a partner in Grandpa's Fruit Basket and was a substitute mail carrier. He moved to Nevis, Minn., in 1992 and started Conifer Creations. He retired and moved back to Park Rapids in 1997, due to his health. He was a member of St. Peter's Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus and a past officer of Nebraska Florists Association and Menahga Lions. Survivors include one son, Jim of Baxter, Minn.; three daughters, Kris (Mrs. Paul) Hanisch of Park Rapids, Bobbi (Mrs. Rick) Sells of Chicago City, Minn., and Jodi (Mrs. Matt) Smith of St. Paul; eight grandchildren; three brothers, Ramon of Thornton, Colo., Ronald of Northglenn, Colo., and Robert of Plaza, N.D.; and two sisters, Dorothy (Mrs. Bill) McAhren of Wood River and Annie (Mrs. Ed) Wicht of Cairo. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister.

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Ella Hongsermeier

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent February 25, 1998

Ella F. Hongsermeier, 94, of Grand Island died Monday, Feb. 23, 1998, at Tiffany Square Care Center. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Messiah Lutheran Church. The Revs. Douglas Stensby and Gretchen Diers will officiate. Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Apfel-Butler-Geddes Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the church. Mrs. Hongsermeier was born on June 9, 1903, at Doniphan to Fritz and Marie (Klein) Horst. She began her education at rural District 19 School and graduated from Grand Island Senior High School in 1923. She worked as a secretary. She married William Hongsermeier on Oct. 19, 1924. The couple lived in Buffalo County. They moved to Phillips in 1928 and to Hall County in 1940. They moved in 1959 to Grand Island, where she worked for the Grand Island Electric Department. She retired in 1968. Mr. Hongsermeier died in 1983. Mrs. Hongsermeier was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church and was active in Sunday school, choir, Senior Aid, Women of ELCA, fellowship and HOPE. She was also a member of the Platt-Duetsche Ladies Society. Survivors include two daughters, Lois Redman of Grand Island and Carol Horsford of Sterling, Colo.; three sons, Dale Hongsermeier and Earle Hongsermeier, both of Grand Island, and Roger Hongsermeier of Doniphan; 16 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son; two brothers, Ernest and William Horst; and two sisters, Edith Happold and Emma Grote.

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Anne Hungerford

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent December 28, 1997

WEBSTER CITY, Iowa -— Anne Hungerford, 89, of Webster City, Iowa, formerly of Wood River, died Tuesday, Dec. 23, 1997, at Hamilton Hospital in Webster City. Graveside services will be at 11 am. Monday at the Wood River Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before service time at Apfel Funeral Home in Wood River. Memorials are suggested to the Kendall Young Library People's Project in Webster City. Mrs. Hungerford was born on Oct. 26, I908, in Wood River to Lloyd M. and Mary E. (Behr) Howe. She was educated in Wood River schools and graduated from Wood River High School in 1926. She graduated from Kearney Normal School in 1928 and taught in Denman, Elm Creek and Crawford. She married Paul Hungerford on Feb. 27, 1937, in Douglas, Wyo. They lived in El Paso, Texas, from 1937 to 1947. They returned to Wood River in l947 and owned and operated Hungerford Hardware for several years. Mrs. Hungerford moved to Lebanon, NH, after her husband's death in 1952. She taught in the Lebanon school system until retiring in 1974. She coached girls basketball at West Lebanon High School for several years. She moved to Webster City in I980 because of ill health and had lived at Crestview Apartments for nine years. She was a member of Cement Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star. of Wood River. Survivors include two nephews, Bill Prescott of Webster City and Lloyd Prescott of Post Mills, Vt. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by one sister. Mary Prescott.

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Clara Huebner

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent January 15, 1998

ALDA -- Clara Huebner, 86, of Alda died Tuesday, Jan. 13, 1998, at Park Place Health Care and Rehab Center. Services will be at 10 am. Friday at Apfel-Butler-Geddes Funeral Home. The Rev. Jim Keyser will ofi‘iciate. Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 pm. Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the family. Mrs. Huebner was born on June 10. I9] 1, in Merrick County to Mads and Hansine (Smidth) Sorgenfrei. She grew up and was educated in Dannebrog and Grand Island, graduating from Grand Island Senior high in 1928. She man'ied Donald Huebner on Oct. IO, 1931, at Columbus. They lived in Alda. Mr. Huebner died on Nov. 15, 1995. Survivors include two sons, Rod Huebner of Grand Island and Jimmie Huebner of Forsyth, Mos. three grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; one great-great- grandson; and one sister, Marie Wiese of Grand Island.

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Daisy M. Hansen

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent January 30, 1998

Daisy M. Hansen. 99. ofGrand Island died Mo d J ,o ‘ Rehab/Nursing Center. n ay' an' 26’ 1998‘ 8‘ LakeW-W Services will be at 2 pm. Saturday at Apfel-Butler-Geddes Funeral Home. The Re“ George Wheat will officiate. Burial w'll be ' ‘ ‘ . , wolbach‘ I m HillSldL Cemetery at Visitation will be one hour before service time Saturday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice. Mrs. Hansen was born on Dec. 22, 1898, at Wahoo to George and Eva (Moss) Perry. She moved with her family to a farm in Greeley County in 1901 and to Wolbach in 1909. She attended Wolbach Public School and graduated in 1917. She later attended the Grand Island Business College. She married llans M. Hansen on July 26, 1923. at St. Paul. The couple lived in Wolbach until 1938, when they moved to Grand Island. where Mrs. Hansen worked for Kaufman's Department Store for more than IO years. She had been a member of Trinity United Methodist Church since 1938 and was an active member until the last few years. Survivors include one granddaughter, Sandy Gurganious of Pasadena. Texas; four grandsons. Lt. Col. David L. Hansen of Fort Hood. Texas. Daniel P. Hansen of Orlando. Fla, Steven Yates of Sugarland. Texas, and Scott Yates of Houston; and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; one daughter, Sherry Yates; one son, LeRoy "Pete" Hansen; one granddaughter, Diane Hansen: and two brothers. Ernest and Gerald Pen'y.

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Donna R. Harrison

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent January 9, 1998

Donna R. Harrison, 65. of Grand Island died Thursday. Jan. 8, 1998, at St. Francis Medical Center. Services will be at 10 am. Saturday in Gollaher Chapel at Trinity United Methodist Church. The Rev. Jim Keyser will ofliciate. Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. The casket will be closed, but the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Apfel-Butler-Geddes Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the church. Mrs. Harrison was born on Oct. 16, 1932, at Grand Island to Edward H. and Lela (Weller) Miller. She grew up and was educated in Grand Island and graduated from Grand Island Senior High in 1950. She worked for Northwestem Bell Telephone for seven years. She married Philip R. Harrison on Feb. 14, 1954, at Grand Island. The couple lived on a farm west of Grand Island. Mr. Harrison died in 1987. Mrs. Harrison was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and the Ruth Circle. Survivors include two daughters, Melinda S. Bazata of Elm Creek and Carol A. Woodman of Kearney; one son, Jim P. Harrison of Arcadia; six grandchildren; and two sisters, Millie Dahlke of Grand Island and Shirley Gronfeldt of Boulder City, Nev. Other than her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Edward Miller.

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llarlan E. Hendrickson

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent March 19, 1999

llarlan E. "Bud" Hendrickson, 77, ofGrand lsland died Wednesday. March 17, I999. at Grand Island. Services will be at 10:30 am. Samrday at Grace Lutheran Church. The Rev. Daniel Bremer will officiate. Burial will be at 2 pm. Saturday at Grace Lutheran Cemetery near Fairbury. Visitation will be from 3 to 9 pm. Friday at Apfel-Butler-Geddes Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans. Mr. Hendrickson was born on Feb. 27. 1922. at Kensington. Minn. to George and Hilma (Anderson) Hendrickson. He grew up and was educated in Kensington. where he graduated from high school in I940. He attended Fairbury Junior College. Mr. Hendrickson sewed in the US. Army from Oct 14, 1942. to Nov. 8. 1945, and received 3 Purple Heart. He married Lorna Johnson in 1946. She died in 1969. He married Leona (Pokorski) Siech in 197]. Mr. Hendrickson had been a captain with the l-‘airbury Police Department and chief of police at Kearney State College. He later moved to Columbus, where he worked for the Becton-Dickinson Co. He retired in 1982. They moved to Grand Island following his retirement. Mrs. liendrickson died in 1989. Mr. Hendrickson was a member of Grace Lutheran Church and the Disabled American Veterans. Survivors include one son, Dennis Hendrickson of Omaha; four stepsons, James Siegel of Los Angeles. Jerry Siegel of Santa Rosa. Calif.. Thomas Siege] of Cheyenne. Wyn, and Robert Siege] of Grand Island; four stepdaughters. C ecila Bales ofGlenvil. Virginia Miller of Cheyenne. Wyo., Marge Wallingford of Phoenix and Helen Welch of Fairbury; three grandchildren; 19 stepgrandchildren; and one sister. Connie Koenig of Buffalo Lake, Minn. He was preceded in death by a stepdaughter. Alice Milowski: a grandson: and a brother. Warren Hendrickson.

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Marilyn Homby

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent March 1999

Marilyn "Jean" Hornby, 66, of Grand Island and formerly of Hastings, died Thursday, March 11, 1999, at St. Francis Medical Center. Services will be at 10:30 am. Tuesday at the First Presbyterian Church in Grand Island with the Rev. C. Roger Nelson officiating. Burial will be in the Grand Island Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 9 pm. Monday at Livingston-Sondermann Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the church or the donor's choice.Mrs. Homby was born on April 27, 1932, in Hastings to Jessie and Helen (Scudder) Wailes. She grew up in Hastings and graduated from Hastings High School in 1950. While in high school she played the saxophone in the marching band.After her education she worked for the telephone company. She moved to Colorado where she worked for Sears. She later returned to Hastings and then moved to Grand Island where she was employed by Goodrich Dairy and Austin's Furniture.On Aug. 22, 1971 , she married Robert Homby in Grand Island. Mrs. Homby was a member of the First Presbyterian Church and enjoyed quilting and her English Bulldogs. Survivors include her husband, Robert of Grand Island; one daughter, Pam Robledos of Grand Island; two sons, Jerry Malone and Monte Malone, both of Grand Island; two stepdaughters, Pamela Bosley of Lincoln and Melanie Robbins of Omaha; seven grandchildren; 10 great—grandchildren; and her mother, Helen Wailes of Hastings.She was preceded in death by her father.

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Laura J. Hargens

Submitter: Volunteer Source: Grand Island Independent March 1999

CAIRO » Laura J. Hargens, 50, of Cairo died Monday. March 15. 1999, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. Services will be at [0:30 am. Friday at the Cairo United Methodist Church. The Rev. Alan Davis will officiate. Burial will be in Cameron Cemetery north of Wood River. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 pm. 'lhursday at the church. Apfel Funeral Home of Cairo is in charge of arrangements. Memorials are suggested to the church. Mrs. llargens was born on Oct. 7. 1948. at Grand Island to Franklin and Sarah (Thomas) Myers. She grew up in the Cairo area and attended school in Cairo. She graduated from Cairo High School. She married Ron Hargens on Dec. 2. 1966. at Trinity United Methodist Church in Grand Island. 'lhe couple lived on a farm south of Cairo throughout their marriage. She worked with her husband on the farm. She also volunteered for many years at St. Francis Medical Center in Grand Island. She was a member of the Cairo United Methodist Church. the Eastern Star and United Methodist Women. She enjoyed golf. fishing. traveling. camping and being outdoors. Survivors include her husband; one son. Marty of Cairo; one daughter. Monica Madsen of Hebron; three grandchildren; her mother, of Cairo; one brother. Louis Myers of Cairo; and three sisters. Linda Zahl of Stratton. Louise Ford of Cairo and Leanne Whetstone of Lincoln. She was preceded in death by her father.

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