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Lexington NE Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Lexington, NE area

Edward Robert Jenkins

Edward Robert Jenkins

Jan 25, 2025

Edward Robert Jenkins, 84, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in his home at Johnson Lake, Nebraska, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering commitment to those he cherished.

He was born on June 18, 1940, in Sargent, Nebraska to Robert and Naomi (Nyberg) Jenkins. He attended school in Omaha and graduated from Omaha South High School with...

Melvin D. "Mel" Block

Melvin D. "Mel" Block

Feb 14, 2025

Melvin D. "Mel" Block, 80, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 14, 2025 at his home. 

Mel was born on October 31, 1944, in Gothenburg, Nebraska, to Marvin O. and Dorrene J. (Bullock) Block. He was baptized and confirmed at the American Lutheran Church in Gothenburg. Mel received his education and graduated from Cozad High School, graduating with...

John Arbuthnot

John Arbuthnot

Feb 14, 2025

George "John" Arbuthnot, 86, of Sumner, NE went to be with the Lord at his daughter's home in Litchfield, NE on February 14, 2025, while surrounded by his family.

John was born in San Francisco CA on March 12, 1938, to Ivan George "Hap" and Mary (Noble) Arbuthnot. John grew up in the Manteca California area on his family dairy farm....

Denise G. Kearney

Denise G. Kearney

Feb 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Denise G. (Cranford) Kearney. She left us on February 6, 2025, in Colorado Springs surrounded by her family. She was 77 years old. Denise was a beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother and friend, whose radiant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.

Denise was born...

Maria Trujillo Maya

Maria Trujillo Maya

Feb 5, 2025

Maria Trujillo Maya, de 89 años, de Lexington, falleció el miércoles 5 de febrero de 2025, en El Buen Samaritano de CHI Health en Kearney, Nebraska.

Misa de cuerpo presente se llevará a cabo el viernes 14 de febrero de 2025, al mediodia, en la Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana en Lexington, con el Padre José Chávez, oficiando. El servicio se...

Harry O'Brian Johnson

Harry O'Brian Johnson

Feb 4, 2025

Harry O'Brian Johnson, 53, of Sumner, Nebraska passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at his home.

Survivors include his wife, LaDean Eberle-Caducoy of Sumner; his mother, Peggy Johnson of Oregon and his sisters, Kim and Rose.

Cremation has taken place and no services will be held.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to assist the family with arrangements. Please share...

Roy S. Bentley

Roy S. Bentley

Feb 1, 2025

Roy S. Bentley, 96, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025 at his cabin on Johnson Lake.

He was born on March 8, 1928, in Sumner, Nebraska to Shirley and Esther (Knight) Bentley. Roy's family homestead was north of Overton where they ranched. He was baptized and a member of the Overton Methodist Church. He received his education...

Jacqueline "Jackie" J. Perkins

Jacqueline "Jackie" J. Perkins

Jan 25, 2025

Jacqueline "Jackie" J. Perkins, 90, of St. Charles, Missouri, formerly of Johnson Lake, Nebraska, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Landing of O'Fallon Assisted Living in St. Charles, Missouri.

She was born on September 1, 1934, in North Platte, Nebraska, to Alva and Mabel (Hinton) Hagadorn. She graduated from Curtis High School with the class of 1952. Jackie...

Bernard A. Woodside

Bernard A. Woodside

Jan 20, 2025

Bernard Woodside, 82, of Holdrege, Nebraska passed away on January 20, 2025. 

Bernard Arthur Woodside was born September 24,1942 in Lexington, Nebraska to Harold and Rosa (Schwarz) Woodside. He was one of 12 children. He graduated from Lexington High School in 1962. Bernard earned 2 associates degrees, Architectural Drafting and Cabinetry, from Central Nebraska Technical College in Hastings. He was named...

Norman G. Taylor

Norman G. Taylor

Jan 19, 2025

Norman Gail Taylor, 85, of Overton, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at Mother Hull Home in Kearney. 

He was born on April 23, 1939, in his grandparents' home at Broadwater, Ne. Norm was the first born of the 4 children of John J. & Charline M. (Bruner) Taylor. His early years were spent on the families sandhills ranch,...

Jim Lee Grandon

Jim Lee Grandon

Jan 19, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jimmie Lee Grandon, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left this world on January 19, 2025, at his home in Lexington, Nebraska. Born on June 8, 1956, in Grand Island, Nebraska, Jim’s journey through life was marked by his unwavering love for family and friends, as...

Wendy Leticia Ramirez

Wendy Leticia Ramirez

Jan 15, 2025

Wendy Leticia Ramirez, 42, of Kearney, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney, surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on September 2, 1982, in Guatemala, to Gerardo Ramirez to Olga Leticia Martinez. Wendy and her family moved to California when she turned seven to be reunited with relatives and also attended...

Matthew Johnson

Matthew Johnson

Jan 13, 2025

Matthew Johnson, 51, of Kearney, Nebraska passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025, at Kearney Regional Medical Center.

He was born on November 28, 1973, in Broken Bow, Nebraska to Greg and Tammy (Neben) Johnson. He attended school at District 44R for kindergarten through sixth grade in Buffalo Nebraska, then junior high through high school in Callaway Nebraska. Matt participated in...

Julia Amanda Garcia de Chavez

Julia Amanda Garcia de Chavez

Jan 12, 2025

Julia Amanda García de Chávez, de 86 años, de Lexington, Nebraska, falleció el domingo 12 de enero de 2025, en El Buen Samaritano de CHI Health en Kearney, Nebraska. 

Con confundo pesar anunciamos el fallecimiento de Julia Chavez. Nacida el 12 de febrero de 193, en San Salvador, El Salvador y fallecida el 12 de enero de 2025 en la ciudad...

Rita Marie Simpson

Rita Marie Simpson

Jan 10, 2025

Rita Marie Simpson of Overton passed away at home on Friday, January 10, 2025, after courageously fighting ALS for nearly two years.

She was born on October 29, 1953, in Pender, Nebraska, to Merlyn and Mary Sue (Schmiedeskamp) Weddingfeld. As a young child, her family moved to Hartington, Nebraska, where she attended Holy Trinity Elementary School, Cedar Catholic High School and...

Florence Natzke

Florence Natzke

Jan 9, 2025

On January 9, 2025, with her husband by her side, holding her hand, and singing her into heaven, our Heavenly Father wrapped Florence (Flo) Irene Natzke in His loving embrace and called her home.

In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if...

Claudio Perez Velasquez

Claudio Perez Velasquez

Jan 7, 2025

Claudio Pérez Velásquez, de 78 años, de Lexington, Nebraska, falleció el martes 7 de enero de 2025, en su casa en Lexington.

Visitación se llevará a cabo el lunes 13 de enero de 2025, de 5-7 p.m. en la Iglesia Católica de Santa Ana en Lexington con un rosario a seguir a las 7:00 p.m. 

La Misa se llevará a cabo el...

Edward "Ed" Jensen

Edward "Ed" Jensen

Jan 5, 2025

Edward "Ed" Jensen was born in Pampa, TX on May 23, 1939 to Soren Jensen, Sr. & Eula Nora Shapard Jensen.

He attended school in Pampa, graduating in 1957. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served for 3 years, being honorably discharged in 1960. 

In 1962 he married Ruby Louise Burch. To this union, two daughters were...

Evan Alexie Phillips

Evan Alexie Phillips

Jan 5, 2025

Evan Alexie Phillips, 63, of Callaway, Nebraska, formerly of Alaska, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Timm-Reynolds-Love Funeral Chapel in Callaway with Reverend Christopher Morris, officiating.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. until...

Leif P Ostrom

Leif P Ostrom

Jan 3, 2025

Leif Paul Ostrom, 60, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the Lexington Regional Health Center, after fighting a brave battle with cancer.

He was born on December 20, 1964, in Lexington, Nebraska, to John and Annette (Mann) Ostrom. He attended Lexington public schools and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1983. On May...

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