Pamela Marie Helmstadter, 69, of Lincoln, passed away Saturday, September 18, 2021. She was born on January 13, 1952 in Lincoln, NE. A celebration of Pamela's life will be held Saturday, September 25, 2021 from from 2-4 at Lincoln Family Funeral Care, 5849 Fremont Street.

William “Billy” E. Crumb started the race May 24, 1953 in Lincoln, NE. He crossed the finish line September 17, 2021. Billy is preceded in death by mother and father, Robert and Virginia (Gowdy), brother Jon, sister Barb.  He is Survived by son Michael, brother Bob (Sue). Nieces and nephews. Cremation. No visitation or service. A Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Special thanks to the staff at Brookside Nursing Home for taking such great care of Billy...

Larry Dean Broers, 84, of Lincoln, passed away September 12, 2021. Born July 1, 1937, in Burr, NE to Fredrick & Lena Broers. Larry is preceded in death by his first wife, Betty (Cooper) Broers who passed in May of 2005; Second wife, Carole L. (Call-Rowbal) Broers who passed in November of 2019; Parents; and Sister, Verna. He is survived by his children, Lizabeth (Don) Whelan, Brenda (Billy) Haines; Jenny (Tom) Lang, Doug (Brittney) Broers; Grandchildren, Ryan, Taylor, Carleigh, Austin,...

Patricia Ann Nachtsheim, 88, of Lincoln Nebraska, passed away Friday, September 10th, 2021. Patricia was born in Port Washington Wisconsin on April 14th, 1933 to Felix and Evelyn Werking. Patricia was united in marriage to the love of her life, Edward Nachtsheim, on August 20th, 1955. They celebrated 66 wonderful years together in August. Patricia was much loved by her children Beth (Robert) Bolick, Julie (Michael) Hanley, Bruce (Jessica) Nachtsheim and Curtis Nachtsheim. She was a strong...

Brenda K. Walton August 3, 1951 - September 9, 2021 Brenda K. Walton, 70, of Lincoln, gained her heavenly wings September 9, 2021. Born August 3, 1951 in Dothan, Alabama to JM & Willie Inez Trimnel. Brenda was the backbone to the family and always will be. Everyone who knew her called her Mama. Brenda was preceded in death by her parents; twin sister, Linda and granddaughter, Kathleen. She is survived by her Husband of 31 years, Kenneth Walton; Children, Billy (Andrea) Walton, Willy...

Gary L. Archer December 25, 1953 - September 9, 2021 Gary L. Archer, 67, of Lincoln, passed away September 9, 2021. Born December 25, 1953 in Lincoln, NE to Arnold & Ellen Jane Archer. Gary loved to go fishing, camping, and enjoyed photography, riding his motorcycle, and stargazing through his telescope and tending his vegetable garden and Cacti. Gary is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Sherry Archer. He is survived by his Wife, Gwen; children, Lori Smith, Dawn...

Dr. Norman D. Smith, an eminent Earth Sciences professor committed to the study of rivers and advancing science literacy, died on September 9, 2021 after a seven year battle with cancer.  Internationally respected for his research and teaching, he gave generously of his time to professional and public service.  He was a Fulbright Scholar, Fellow of the Geological Society of America, and Francis J. Pettijohn Medalist for his outstanding scientific contributions to sedimentary...

In loving memory of Gayle Eugene Helmstadter  Born April 11, 1969, He Was called home on August 21, 2021   Gayle is proceeded in death by his grandparents Donald R and JoAnn C Helmstadter, his daughter JaydaLynn Helmstadter, 2 aunts Katherine Helmstadter, Cynthia Falkner, and 1 Uncle Wilhelm Helmstadter. Stepfather Larry M Whitlow He is survived by his mother Pamela Helmstadter and 2 brothers Amon and Devon Whitlow, Sister-in-law Amber Whitlow, Nephews, Payton, Malcom,...

On Monday, August 30th, 2021, the strong, lively spirit of Mark Miller Jr. 29, of Grand Island passed from this life. So many remember him for the fun and laughter he created wherever he went. Mark Miller Jr. was born July 1st, 1992, in Lincoln Nebraska to Mark Miller Sr. and Tina Wells. He worked at Ken's Auto Service and AutoZone.  Mark had a huge heart and was always willing to help in any way that he could, and by doing so, the lives that he touched in his short time are...

Walter E. Johns, Jr. December 3, 1939 – August 27, 2021 Walter E. Johns, Jr. passed away suddenly at his apartment in Lincoln, Nebraska. He was 81 years young born in Juneau, Alaska to Walter E. Johns, Sr., and Phyllis (Wannamaker) Johns. His grandparents were William and Margaret Wannamaker. His grandfather and father died when he was very young. Henry Cropley later married Walter’s grandmother Margaret and came into Walter’s family. Walter is an Alaska Native, a...