Birthday Announcements

80th birthday The family of Joann Schafer of Culbertson, Neb. is hosting a birthday open house on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Culbertson Ambulance Barn in honor of her 80th birthday. Joann was born Dec. 12, 1944. Joann’s family includes her late husband Ron Schafer of Culbertson, Neb.; daughter Peggy (Luke) Brenn of Arlington, Neb.; sons Brian (Donnetta) Schafer and Clint (Kayla) Schafer of Culbertson, Neb.; and seven grandchildren...

Jane Blume-McConville is celebrating her 90th birthday Nov. 1, 2024. She was married to Bernard Blume in 1950 and they had four children: Ronald, Steve, Lorie Crocker, and Tim. Following Bernards death, she was married to Charles McConville and gained another family of nine children, Amrita Burdick, Duane (Leah), Don (Pam), Diane Bieker, Kenny, Kevin (Kathy), Cheryl (Linegar), Larry, and Annette (Jim)...

88th birthday Amazingly great! Look who’s 88! The family of Marvin Henry is requesting a card shower to celebrate his 88th birthday. Marvin was born Oct. 30, 1936. His family includes wife Marylin Henry; daughters Mardee and Deedee; and son Dale. Best wishes will reach Marvin at:...

95th birthday The family of Dolores Lawson of Hayes Center, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 95th birthday on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. She was born in McCook, Neb. on Oct. 22, 1929. Dolores’ family includes children, Tim and Lisa Lawson of Hayes Center, Ed Lawson of Hayes Center, Mary Lawson of Ogallala, Neb., Michaela Lawson of Bartlesville, Okla., and Doug and Betty Lawson of Broken Arrow, Okla.; 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren...

The family of Wayne Heathers would like to celebrate his 90th birthday on Oct. 19 with a card shower. Cards may reach him at: Wauneta Care Center 427 W Legion St. Room 201 PO Box 520 Wauneta NE 69045

80th birthday The family of John Wagner of Grinnell, Iowa is requesting an e-mail card shower in honor of his 80th birthday on Friday, Oct. 11, 2024. John was born in McCook, Neb. on Oct. 11, 1944. He graduated from McCook High School in 1962. John’s father, Charls “Chick” Wagner was a member of the city council for many years and served as mayor at one time. His brother, Jim Wagner, also graduated from McCook High School...

80th birthday The family of Shirley Axtell of Danbury, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 80th birthday on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Shirley’s family includes her husband, Eugene Axtell of Danbury; children, Kathleen Quaduor (Rob) of Indianola, Neb; Barbara Bamesberger (Matt) of St. Paul, Neb; and Lori Beeby (Chase) of McCook, Neb. Shirley has seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren...

90th birthday Kathy McConville of St. Catherine Parish in Indianola will celebrate her 90th birthday Oct. 6, 2024. She and her husband Robert have four sons: Dennis (Kem), Bob (Cindy), Tom (Denise), and Steve (Kerry); 19 grandchildren; 49 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren...

80th birthday Barbara Stockhaus's family of Woodland, Wash., is requesting a card shower on Monday, Oct. 14, 2024, in honor of her 80th birthday. She was born in Hays, Kan. on Oct. 14, 1944. Barbara’s children are Angela (Stockhaus) Koranda and spouse Stephen Koranda of Norman, Okla.; David Stockhaus of McCook, Neb.; and Craig Stockhaus and spouse Sarah Stockhaus of Woodland, Wash. ...

Happy 90th Birthdays The family of Barbara (Andrijeski) Schneider and Ron Schneider, formerly of Hayes County, would like you to help them celebrate their birthdays. They both turned 90 in 2024. Barbara (Andrijeski) Schneider was born Oct. 22, 1934 in Hitchcock County...

100th birthday The family of Edith McCorkle of McCook is requesting a card shower in honor of her 100th birthday on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024. Best wishes for Edith can be sent to: 1500 East 11th, Apt. 27, McCook, NE 69001.

80th birthday The family of Donna Fortin of Oberlin, Kan. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 80th birthday on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. She was born in McCook, Neb. on Sept. 29, 1944. Donna has lived in the area most of her life. She married Walter Fortin at the Hamlet Union Church in Hamlet, Neb. in December of 1962...

70th birthday The family of Pamela Ballinger is requesting a card shower in honor of her 70th birthday on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. Pam was born on Sept. 18, 1954. She grew up in Trenton, Neb. and has lived in St. Francis, Kan., Herndon, Kan., Oberlin, Kan., and Norton, Kan...

90th birthday The family of Don McMains of North Platte, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of his 90th birthday on Monday, Sept. 16, 2024. Best wishes for Don can be sent to: 618 S Bryan North Platte NE 69101

The family of Verleen Kuhlman of Kearney Neb. (formerly McCook Neb.) is hosting a Birthday celebration in honor of her 80th birthday.on Saturday Sept. 21, 2024. The celebration will take place from 2-4 p.m. at the Holy Cross Lutheran Churc, 3315 11th Ave, Kearney Neb...

90th birthday The family of Jim Ruff of Culbertson, NE are requesting a card shower in honor of his 90th Birthday on Sept 12th, 2024. The family will also be hosting a 90th birthday celebration at the Memorial Methodist Church, 105 East E Street in McCook from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday September 15th...

90th birthday The family and friends of Marilyn Funk of McCook, Neb. are requesting a card shower in honor of her 90th birthday on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024. Marilyn’s family includes husband Dan Funk; and son, Mike Funk and his wife Janet of Guthrie, Okla. Marilyn also has two grandchildren, Matthew and Rachel, and her husband, Carson Eckerty...

Anna Mae Hart of McCook will be celebrating her 94th birthday on Friday, Aug. 16. Her family is requesting a card shower. Cards will reach her at 1614 West 9th Street, McCook, NE 69001. Friends who wish to stop by to offer their congratulations may do so between 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 16...

The family of Evelyn (Teel) O’Donnell is asking for your help in supplying a multitude of surprises for her 90th Birthday with a card shower. Evelyn officially turns 90 on August 18, 2024. Evelyn was married to Larry O’Donnell and lived in McCook for many years. She is a 1953 graduate of McCook Senior High School. Birthday wishes will reach her by mailing to:...

65th birthday The family of Ken Wahlmeier wants to wish him a very happy birthday. Ken was born on July 23, 1958. Happy 65th birthday Ken! Much Love, Your Family

90th birthday The family of Ken Foster of McCook, Neb. is requesting a card shower to honor his 90th birthday. Ken was born on July 29, 1934 at Max, Neb. on the family farm. His family includes wife Marlene (Reiners) Foster; and children, Kristinia (Greg) Johnson; Deanna (Greg) Donohue; and Todd (Dawn) Foster. He has six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren...

80th birthday Please help our Grandpa, Tom Buresh of McCook, Neb., celebrate his 80th birthday with a card shower. Tom was born on July 21, 1944. Tom’s family includes his wife, Nancy; son Joe and his wife Amber Buresh; and two grandsons, Brock and Blake...

90th birthday The family of Nita Malleck is requesting a card shower to celebrate her 90th birthday. She will be 90 years young on July 25, 2024. Cards will reach her at: 301 South 7th McCook, NE 69001

100th birthday The family of Ruby Stock invites everyone to help celebrate her 100th birthday at the Methodist Church in Benkelman, Neb. on Saturday, July 20 from 2 p.m. to ?? (Mountain Time).

90th birthday The family of Gwen Lee of Cambridge, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 90th birthday. Gwen was born July 14, 1934. Cards will reach her at 711 Mousel Ave., Cambridge, NE 69022. The family will also be hosting an open house at the McCook Senior Center, 1312 West 5th Street in McCook, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 14...

90th birthday The family of Carl Yonkers of Maywood, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of his 90th birthday on Tuesday, April 30. He was born on April 30, 1934. Carl’s family includes his children: Jeff Yonkers of Curtis, Neb., Ed and Sheila Yonkers of Loup City, Neb., and Gaylene and John Stinman of Maywood, Neb. Carl has eight grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren...

80th birthday The family of Phyllis Wagner of McCook is requesting a card shower in honor of her 80th birthday on Saturday, April 20, 2024. She was born on April 20, 1944. Phyllis’ family includes children: Vickey Brooks and Jim Mullen, Jay and Susan Hancock, Chris and Annette Wagner, and Beth Wagner, all of McCook; 13 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren...

90th birthday The family of Elaine Peterson of Palisade, Neb. is requesting a card shower in honor of her 90th birthday. Elaine was born on June 25, 1934. Elaine’s family includes her late husband, Van Peterson, and two daughters, Tami Peterson and Nancy Ward. Elaine has eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and three great-great grandchildren...

80th birthday The family of Ron Hansen is requesting a card shower in honor of his 80th birthday. Ron was born on July 7, 1944 in Dresden, Kan. A Bartley native, Ron spent decades working for John Deere in Bartley and McCook. He continues to be a tractor enthusiast through his many restorations...

80th Birthday McCOOK, Neb. - The family of Gloria (LaRusso) Carlock formerly of Bartley, is requesting a card shower in honor of her 80th birthday. Cards of well wishes can reach her at: 401 Missouri Avenue Circle Apt. #8 McCook, Ne. 69001 There will also be a surprise party for her Friday, June 14th, from 7:00 - 10:00 pm, at “The Barn” (old Barnetts Do-It Center). For questions please contact Vickie at (308) 737-1606. McCook, NE 69001...