Mike Bjorkman

Mike Bjorkman, age 71, met his Savior Jesus Christ in heaven on Friday, June 19, 2026, two days before his 72nd birthday.Public visitation will be held at Higby-McQuiston Mortuary in Aurora, on June 29, 2026 from 2 to 4 p.m. Memorials may be made in care of the family.

Mary Lou (Campbell) Miller

Mary Lou (Campbell) Miller, 98, formerly of Central City, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026,   at her home in Clarks. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 22, at Heartland Evangelical Free Church, 3208 17th Ave.,   Central City.

Fredric Hinrichs

Fredric G. Hinrichs, age 89, of Trumbull, passed away on June 10, 2026 at Grand Island Regional Medical Center following a lengthy battle with cancer.Fred’s wishes were to be cremated. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on June 16 at St.

Rick Boardman

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the loss of our beloved Rick Boardman, 61, of Henderson. Rick lost his life tragically in an agricultural aircraft accident on June 11, 2026, near the place that meant the most to him, his home and business, R&M Flying Service.

Gregory Titman

Gregory Titman was born on February 5, 1937 to Merton and Maud Titman of Aurora. Unexpectedly, his twin sister, Gretchen, was also born at the same time. Gretchen preceded him in death on June 3, 2017. Greg passed away on May 3, 2026.

Alwilda "Arlene" Pirnie

Alwilda “Arlene” (Call) Pirnie, of Marquette, passed away peacefully at the Grand Island Regional Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family.A service to honor and celebrate Arlene’s life will be held at 11 a.m.

Donald Nunnenkamp

Donald Dean Nunnenkamp, age 73, of Cotopaxi, Colorado, went home to be with The Lord on May 31, 2026. He was born December 24, 1952 to Eugene and Justina (Kliewer) Nunnenkamp of Aurora, where he spent his childhood.

Jim Smith

Jim D. Smith, age 79, of Giltner, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at CHI/St. Francis Medical Center in Grand Island. Jim’s wishes were to be cremated.  A Celebration of Life for family and friends will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, June 11 at Higby-McQuiston Mortuary in Aurora.

Rodney Roberts

Rodney Roberts, age 87, of Aurora, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026 at CHI/St. Francis Medical Center in Grand Island. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 1 at the United Methodist Church in Aurora. Rev. Michelle Reed will officiate. Interment will be in the Aurora Cemetery.

Lawrence Johnson

Lawrence Johnson, 73, of Aurora, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his home. Larry’s wishes were to be cremated. A Memorial Service will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 30th at the First Christian Church in Aurora. Kristen Kipper will officiate. No Visitation.