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Mary V. Kusek

Mary V. Kusek

Jun 19, 2026

     Mary Viola (Arthur) Kusek, 100 years old, died peacefully on Friday, June 19, 2026 at Newport House, Omaha, NE. Visitation will be Friday, June 26, 2026 from 5-7 PM at St. Josaphat's Catholic church with a rosary following at 7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Saturday, June 27 at St. Josaphat's Catholic Church in...

James "Jimmy" W. Larson

James "Jimmy" W. Larson

Jun 5, 2026

     James “Jimmy” W. Larson, 79 of Stanton, Nebraska formerly of Loup City, Nebraska died Friday, June 5, 2026 at the Stanton Health Center in Stanton, Nebraska. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the United Methodist Church in Loup City with Bill Brown officiating. Interment will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Loup City....

Donna L. Krolikowski

Donna L. Krolikowski

May 28, 2026

     Donna Lucille Krolikowski, 84 of Loup City, Nebraska passed May 28th, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family at Bryan Medical Center West campus in Lincoln, Nebraska. She left behind a legacy of compassion, strength, and warmth that touched everyone who knew her. Funeral services will be held 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at the First...

Larry R. Placzek

Larry R. Placzek

May 9, 2026

     Larry R. Placzek, 80 of Loup City, Nebraska passed away comfortably Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 18, 2026 at St. Josaphat’s Catholic Church. Father Mark Maresh will celebrate the mass. Interment will be held at the Evergreen Cemetery in...

Renee Sinnott

Renee Sinnott

Apr 28, 2026

Preceded in death by her parents, Charley and Clara Riskowski (Lubash) and beloved grandson Dane Sinnott.

Survived by her children – David (Colleen) Sinnott, Patrick (Debbie) Sinnott, Nicholas (Jen) Sinnott, Christina (Tom) Hensley. Grandchildren – Charley, Colin, NoraLeigh, Grace, and Stone.

Renee was born on August 14, 1946, in Loup City, Nebraska—fondly known as the Polish Capital of Nebraska. She graduated from...

Michael "Mike" Glinsmann

Michael "Mike" Glinsmann

Apr 17, 2026

Michael “Mike” Glinsmann, 63 of Loup City, Nebraska died Friday, April 17, 2026 at Bryan Medical Center East Campus in Lincoln, Nebraska. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2026 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Loup City with Reverend Jason Obermiller officiating. Interment will be held at the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery near Ashton, Nebraska following lunch. Visitation will...

Lloyd D. Heil

Lloyd D. Heil

Mar 28, 2026

     Lloyd D. Heil, 85 of Loup City, Nebraska died Saturday, March 28, 2026 at CHI Health, Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska following complications from an ATV accident. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 3, 2026 at Higgins Funeral Home in Loup City with Dean Millsap officiating. Interment will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Loup...

Cecelia "CeCe" B. Kusek

Cecelia "CeCe" B. Kusek

Mar 19, 2026

With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived, we announce the peaceful passing of Cecelia Kusek on March 19, 2026, at her cherished home, surrounded by the love and comfort of her devoted children, Edith and Alan. Born on January 5, 1945, in Newport News, Virginia, Cecelia was a beacon of warmth, compassion, and unwavering love to all...

Carolyn Jean Sekutera

Carolyn Jean Sekutera

Mar 14, 2026



     Carolyn J. Sekutera, 82 of Loup City, Nebraska died peacefully Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Tabitha at Prairie Commons Hospice Home in Grand Island, Nebraska. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Higgins Funeral Home in Loup City, Nebraska with Father Richard Piontkowski officiating. Interment will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Loup City....

Cheri Ann Kowalski

Cheri Ann Kowalski

Jan 15, 2026

     Cheri Kowalski, 72 of Loup City, NE died Thursday, January 15, 206 at her home in Loup City. Cremation has been held. Celebration of Life services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2026 at the Loup City Community Building with Michael Koenig officiating. Military honors will be provided by the Loup City American Legion Post #48 and...

Darral E. Bartley

Darral E. Bartley

Jan 14, 2026

Darral E. Bartley, 92 of Kearney, NE formerly of Ravenna, NE died Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at Good Samaritan Society, St. John’s in Kearney, NE. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 19, 2026 at the United Methodist Church in Ravenna, NE with Reverend Chuck Squier officiating. Burial will follow at the Highland Park Cemetery in Ravenna with military...

Sanna J. Landin

Sanna J. Landin

Dec 1, 2025

     Sanna J. Landin, 78 of Loup City, Nebraska died Monday, December 1, 2025 at her home in Loup City. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 13, 2025 at the Loup City Community Building with Pastor Ryan Durham officiating. A light lunch will follow the service and inurnment will be held at...

Elva E. Wall

Elva E. Wall

Nov 27, 2025

     Elva E. Wall, 104 of Aurora, Nebraska died peacefully, November 27, 2025 at the Memorial Community Care Center in Aurora, Nebraska. Celebration of Life services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at the Zion Lutheran Church, 1511 N Y Road, Hampton, NE 68843 with Reverend Mark Hannemann officiating. A reception will follow at the Bullet Venue,...

Michelle M. Carman

Michelle M. Carman

Nov 26, 2025

     Michelle M. Carman, 64 of Ord, Nebraska died Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at the Good Samaritan Society – St. John’s in Kearney, Nebraska. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Higgins Funeral Home in Loup City, NE. Cremation will follow the service with inurnment to be held at a later date....

Loraine Panowicz

Loraine Panowicz

Nov 18, 2025

     Loraine Paula (Heil) Panowicz, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother was called home to her eternal rest on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the age of 65. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on the family farm near Rockville NE. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 24, 2025 at St. Josaphat’s Catholic...

David "Spike" J. Lewandowski

David "Spike" J. Lewandowski

Nov 14, 2025

     David J. “Spike” Lewandowski, 63 of Arcadia, Nebraska died Friday, November 14, 2025 surrounded by his loving family at CHI Health, Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at St. Josaphat’s Catholic Church in Loup City, Nebraska. Father Richard Piontkowski will Celebrate the Mass. Burial will be...

Jacqueline S. Krance

Jacqueline S. Krance

Nov 11, 2025

     Jacqueline “Jacque” S. Krance, 61 of Central City, Nebraska died peacefully, Tuesday, November 11, 2025 surrounded by her family at Bryan Medical Center West Hospital in Lincoln, Nebraska. Cremation has been held. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 21, 2025 at Grace Lutheran Church in Central City, Nebraska. A gathering to celebrate Jacque’s...

Carol J. Kuhn

Carol J. Kuhn

Nov 1, 2025

     Carol J. Kuhn, 93 of Loup City, Nebraska died Saturday, November 1, 2025 at Brookefield Park Nursing Home in St. Paul, Nebraska. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 7, 2025 at the First Baptist Church in Loup City with Pastor Delmar Unruh officiating. Burial will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Loup City. Visitation will be...

Ruthann (Henning)  Adams

Ruthann (Henning) Adams

Sep 8, 2025

Ruthann Adams, 81 of Loup City, Nebraska died Monday, September 8, 2025 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska. Cremation has been held, and no services will be scheduled.

Connie Kay (Howard)  Kuszak

Connie Kay (Howard) Kuszak

Aug 31, 2025

Connie Kay Kuszak, 71 of Loup City, Nebraska died peacefully Sunday, August 31, 2025 at Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, Nebraska. Celebration of Life services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at the United Methodist Church in Loup City, NE with Reverend Josiah Mono officiating. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at...

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