Tondra is survived by her husband, Kelvin Rhodes; children, Isaiah James Dorsey, Lakhia Durking, Kevionna Rhodes, Kennedy Rhodes, and Keaton Rhodes; siblings, Robert Dorsey and Kea Dorsey; step-daughters, Kambree Rhodes and Keionne Rhodes; and mother, Eva Holland.

Father Bless our angel that flew away.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, December 27, 2025, at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” St, Lincoln. Interment to follow at Wyuka Cemetery, Lincoln.

Memorials may be donated to the family for future designation.

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Michael “Mike” Bomberger

Mike graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School in 1971. He was a proud, certified union plumber and steamfitter with Local Union 464. To help provide for his large family, he kept busy with more than one job. He thrived on hard work from a very young age. His outgoing, salesman-like personality contributed greatly to his success in any path he chose, personal or professional.  After many years of dedicated service and brotherhood in the Union, Mike most recently retired from Union 464 Steamfitters.

Mike was the proud father of five children: Mike Bomberger Jr., Leah Barkley, Erin Jenkins, Kelsey Bomberger, and Briana Johnson.  He taught his children the importance of family, hard work, and always doing what is right. His work ethic skills transferred to his grandchildren later in life, with him passing on his knowledge.

Known for his strong work ethic and “always willing to help” personality, Mike had a smart-aleck sense of humor and truly enjoyed meeting new people. If you met him once, you would feel like you had known him for years. As a young man and into his retirement age, he was always on the go—rarely sitting still—and often lived by one of his favorite sayings: “Why put off until tomorrow what you can get done today.”

Mike had a passion for gardening and model airplane building, hobbies that reflected his creativity, and love for working with his hands. He spent weekends out dancing with close friends from the singles group at church. He enjoyed participating in group outings, often dressing up for Halloween, and bringing in the New Year with his crew, dressed to the nines. He was also an active member of St. Mark’s Methodist Church. Mike volunteered his time at church and the City Mission. He participated in the Teammates program here in Lincoln as well. One of his love languages was gift giving.

He is survived by his children: Mike (Jonne), Leah (Joel), Erin (Ryan), Kelsey, and Briana (Scott); his siblings: Delmar Bomberger Jr., Barbara Brown, and Brian Bomberger; and nine beloved grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Delmar and Dorothy Bomberger, and his sister, Carol Fine.

A funeral service will be held at Wyuka Funeral Home on Sunday, December 21, at noon. His headstone will be placed at a later date next to his parents and sister.

In lieu of flowers please send all donations to the Peoples City Mission.

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His free spirit and longing for adventure led him down many paths during his early years, which included construction, sales, window installation, and a few years as a flight attendant. He then was a CNC operator and pattern maker and he worked for Coors Distributing in Denver as a merchandiser. But the career he was most proud of was his 15 years with Kearney Police Department as a Certified Property and Evidence Specialist, which he did until his retirement in 2020.

Den’s Humor would light up any room he was in. He was a social butterfly who could and would talk to anyone about anything and every person he met was an immediate friend. Through his life he was an avid skier, softball player, dart thrower, dirt bike rider, and partier. In his later years he settled down (but not really) in his beautiful home of 21 years overlooking Summer Haven Lake near Kearney, NE. Dennis swore by the three H’s of his life- holidays (which meant parties), happy hours, and the HUSKERS!

Dennis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and good friend to so many. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Michele Hill; son, Mason (Cassie) Hill of Stanton, NE; daughter, Madison (Alex) Schumacher of Omaha, NE; sister, Dollie Benac of Lincoln, NE; brothers, Norm (Terri) Hill of Dover-Foxcroft, ME, Tom (Sue) Hill of Freedom, PA; grandchildren, Maverick, Hudson, Tenley, and Landrie Hill, whom he loved dearly; and many loving nieces and nephews. In addition to his immediate family, he is survived by Neil Shipferling, his nephew and lifelong friend whom he loves as a son; and Bailey Pittner, who held a daughter’s place in his heart.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ted Hill; and brother-in-law, Larry Benac.

A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at 11 AM, at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” St., Lincoln.

Memorials may be donated to the family for future charitable donation.

The Memorial Service will be livestreamed HERE

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Tina graduated from Lincoln Southeast High School, Class of 1980. She then attended Union College in Lincoln, receiving a commercial art degree. She was a very talented, but humble, artist.  Those fortunate to see her various pieces were amazed at the detail and emotion she put into her work.

Although her subsequent adult life was not in commercial art, the traits of a good artist carried through her professional career.  Her last employment was at Assurity Life Insurance Company in Lincoln, with a tenure of nearly 25  years.  She was loved and respected by all who knew her.

Her personal life was filled with close friends and two 4-legged children, Pepper and Cinnamon. (They are available for adoption if anyone needs 2 loving, loyal companions.)  Girls nights and trips were frequent occasions for relaxing and fun.

Tina is survived by: brother John (Deena) Slama of Clever, MO; brother Roger Slama of Lincoln, NE; nephew Robert Slama of Thousand Oaks, CA; niece Ann (Brian) Bulik of Fargo, ND; niece Kathryn (Ray) Ruotolo of Sherman Oaks, CA; grand nephew Nico Ruotolo;  and other extended family.

A Celebration Tina’s of Life will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” Street, Lincoln. Reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Disabled American Veterans (DAV), American Cancer Society (ACS); or People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) would be appreciated.

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Carol was born on June 26, 1958, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to Oscar and Shirley Wood. She will be remembered for the love she had for her family, the warmth she shared with others, and the joy she found in the simple things in life.

Carol deeply loved her family and especially her grandkids. She cherished having everyone together for the holidays; Christmas and the Fourth of July were her favorites. She loved grilling and cooking for the whole family on the Fourth, and she always had her beloved smoke balls ready to go.

We will forever remember the love she had for her family and her puppies. If the world ever went downhill, she, Randy, and the puppies had enough canned goods and nonperishables to stay stocked for months. Carol kept her life organized with care and precision, always making sure her bill book was perfectly up to date. She single-handedly kept Mead Five Star notebooks in business. One of her signature quirks was her famous Mead notebooks. She wrote down everything: finances, bills, receipts, and who knows what else. By the time she finished with it, the book was more than six inches thick and filled with the story of her everyday life.

Carol is survived by her husband, Randy; her children, Jennifer, Stephanie, and Mathew; her brother, David Wood; her grandchildren, Elizabeth, Ian, Olivia, Nic, Aidan, William, Tyler, and Kylie; and her great-grandchildren, Mercer, McQueen, Ozzy, Jose, and Lainey. She is also survived by many extended family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Susan Zoucha; and her brother, Jim Wood.

A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” St., Lincoln, NE 68510. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.

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Nancy Jean Mook, devoted wife, mother, daughter, grandmother (“Nana”), sister, and aunt, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Born in Lincoln on August 30, 1935, to Maurice (Cliff) and Ruth Clifford (Bobst), Nancy graduated from Northeast High School in 1955. She continued her education at Nebraska Wesleyan University where she was affiliated with Delta Zeta sorority. On November 27, 1957, she married Robert. Nancy was employed with the Lincoln Chamber of Commerce until 1960. She later worked tirelessly to support the family real estate appraisal business.

Throughout her life, Nancy was known for her warmth, compassion, and unwavering support of her family. She demonstrated dedication to her loved ones through her presence and care; cherishing time spent with family and finding joy in everyday moments. Her commitment as a mother and “Nana” was evident in her deep involvement in her grandchildren’s lives.

Nancy had a passion for reading, with a particular fondness for biographies and Nebraska and Lincoln history. She relished the thrill of book shopping; always on the lookout for the perfect book to add to her collection or for gifts to share her passion with her family and especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Nancy is survived by her husband of sixty-eight years, Robert; sons Brian (Joni) Mook (Lincoln, NE), Allen (Cynthia) Mook (Plano, TX), and Andrew (Kim) Mook (Lincoln, NE), and *Rachael (Jared) Brown as well as by her eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. She is fondly remembered by her extended family and friends, including sister-in-law Sue Clifford, and many cousins, nieces, nephews, and others.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Gary Clifford, and sisters-in-law and their spouses Evelyn (Bud) Smith and Marilyn (Duane) Everett.

The family appreciates cards and respectfully asks that no flowers or memorial donations be sent. A service and Celebration of Life will be scheduled at a later date.

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George Edgar Mitchell

Born in Great Bend, Kansas, on August 5, 1943, to Marvin and Roxie (Purcell) Mitchell. George grew up hunting, fishing, and reading voraciously, finishing every book in his school and local libraries by eighth grade.

A lifelong educator, George earned advanced degrees in mathematics and business and spent the majority of his career at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, Minnesota, where he served as a professor and later as Academic Dean. After retiring in 2007, the family relocated to Malcolm, Nebraska.

George leaves behind a legacy of love, resilience, and integrity. He is survived by his wife, Risë (Kaylor); his three children—John; Stephanie and son-in-law James; and Joseph and daughter-in-law Christine; and his eight beloved grandchildren: Grant, Laurel, Kjirsten, Nick, Reid, Alex, Maddie, and Brooklyn. He also leaves behind dozens of nieces and nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law, and his dear friend and companion, Truman the cat.

A celebration of George’s life will be held at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 1014 N 6th St, Seward, Nebraska. Memorials to the family for further designation.

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Kevin grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, and was proud to be a Havelock native. He found joy in riding motorcycles—especially his Harley—and loved camping, woodworking, and tackling any project that needed fixing or remodeling. A true homebody at heart, he spent many years restoring the farmhouse where he lived for 21 years.

Kevin had a deep passion for helping others. As a long-time member of Narcotics Anonymous, he dedicated more than 30 years to supporting people in their recovery journeys. He cherished time spent with friends, whether sharing a good cup of coffee or enjoying a meal together.

A skilled marksman, Kevin looked forward each year to competing in the Lincoln Trap and Skeet League. Shooting with his longtime team brought him great pride, and together they earned several Division III championship titles.

Kevin worked for Constructors Inc. in Lincoln for 29 years, retiring on December 1, 2021. He also served his country with pride as a member of the United States Army from 1980 to 1983.

Above all, Kevin loved being with his wife Lori, his dog-Blue, family, friends, and especially his grandchildren, whose events he rarely missed. His kindness, generosity, and steady thoughtfulness touched the lives of many.

Kevin is survived by his wife, Lori; dog, Blue Boy Conover; stepson, Mike (Heather) Heatherly; stepdaughter, Terra (Jim) Peters; grandchildren, Taylor, Ivan, Maddison, Lillian, and Emrys; brother, Michael (Linda) Conover; sister, Shannon (Wayne) Inouye; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Celebration of Kevin’s Life will be held Saturday, December 13, 2025, at 11 AM, at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” Street, Lincoln. A private family burial will take place at a later date. Memorials may be donated to the family for future designation.

Kevin’s Celebration of Life will be livestreamed HERE

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Bob grew up in a close-knit family and attended Randolph and Sheridan Elementary Schools, Irving Junior High, and Lincoln High School, graduating with the Class of 1955. Bob cherished his years at Lincoln High, where he made lifelong friends and proudly played on the 1955 State Championship football team. That team, remembered for its heart and grit, was later inducted into both the Lincoln High Athletic Hall of Fame and the Nebraska State Athletic Hall of Fame— honors that Bob never forgot.

In addition to football, Bob spent his high school summers playing American Legion baseball with the Lincoln Optimists. The highlight came in 1955 when the team advanced to the national finals and was flown to Minneapolis—a thrilling adventure for a group of teenagers. They finished as national runners-up after a hard-fought 1–0 loss on a wild pitch, a memory Bob loved retelling throughout his life.

Bob attended the University of Nebraska before pausing his studies to serve his country in the U.S. Navy. He spent almost all of his four years of service in San Diego. Hoping to escape the crowded life aboard an LST (landing ship, tank), he auditioned for the Navy’s newly formed vocal ensemble, The Chanteymen. He earned a coveted place in the group, traveling the country to perform at military events, civic celebrations, and special engagements. Highlights included performing for the King of Greece, appearing at the Beverly Hills Hotel where he met Bob Hope, and singing on The Ed Sullivan Show. These years remained among his fondest memories.

After returning home, Bob completed his degree at Nebraska Wesleyan University and later earned his Master of Education from the University of Northern Colorado. His early career took him to Denver, where he taught special education and touched the lives of many students. He later transitioned into sales with 3M, working in both Denver and San Francisco before returning to Lincoln.

Back in Lincoln, Bob resumed teaching at Prescott Elementary. It was there that he met Catherine Stump, the love of his life. They married and built a joyful, devoted partnership centered on kindness, humor, and a deep commitment to family. Bob was immensely proud to become a father to their daughter, Amy. He eventually returned to sales, where he worked until his retirement in 2002.

Service to others remained at the heart of Bob’s life. He served on the boards of the Capitol Humane Society, Sertoma, and Cedars Home for Children, giving generously his time and talents to causes he believed in. In retirement, he embraced roles at Legacy Retirement Communities and Wyuka Funeral Home and Cemetery, where he found meaning in connecting with families and supporting people through important life moments. His favorite retirement role, however, may have been volunteering as a train conductor at the Lincoln Children’s Zoo—a position that combined his love of children, animals, and friendly conversation.

Family was Bob’s greatest joy. He adored his granddaughters, Annie and Emma, and was a devoted part of their daily lives. He proudly chauffeured them to choir practice, school events, and later to their college jobs as pages at the Nebraska Legislature. Time spent with them—laughing, talking, and simply being present—was one of the great treasures of his life.

Bob was also a lifelong lover of animals, sharing his home with many rescued dogs and cats over the years. His four greyhounds held a particularly special place in his heart. His passion for animals extended to the natural world, and he supported numerous conservation efforts, national parks, and organizations dedicated to protecting wildlife.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Karen Harrington, and his brother-in-law Tom Harrington.

Bob is survived by his wife of 55 years Catherine and daughter Amy (Tim) Himes, along with their family who deeply cherished him, including grandchildren Annie, Emma, Tim Jr (Sara), Chris Himes.  Additionally, nieces Terri Harrington, Heidi (Rick) Hammond, Abbi (Kurt) Kleinschmidt, and Jenni Harrington (Mike Newton), many great nieces and nephews; brother-in-law Art Blackman and sister-in-law Susan Blackman, their children Art Jr. (Sarah), Jeff (Sue), Lincoln (Lori), Sunny Blackman and their children. Also, sons Richard (Kellie) Dean, Kevin (Sandy) Dean, their children Kacie (Cameron) Simmons and Tyler Dean.

A memorial service to honor Bob will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, December 19, 2025, at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 “O” Street, Lincoln.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Lincoln High School Athletics, 2229 J St., Lincoln, NE 68510 or Camp Kitaki, c/o Jason Smith, Executive Director, 14917 East Park Highway, Louisville, NE 68037.

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JoAnn is survived by her partner, George Hildreth; her three children, Jordon Brown (Taylor Bellew), Jasmine Voss (Ryan), and Jayden Brown; and her five grandchildren, Myah Brown, Jordon Brown, Timothy Voss, Vada Voss, and one grandchild on the way. She is also survived by her siblings, Billy Brown, Jerry Brown, Jeff Brown, Jody Brown, John Brown, Jerald Brown, Judy Brown, Jason Brown, Jackie Brown, and Jeremy Brown.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William Brown and Patricia Brown; and her siblings, Kathy Wilcoxen, Jimmy Brown, and Julie Brown.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 21, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Wyuka Funeral Home, 3600 O Street, Lincoln, Nebraska. Funeral services will take place at Wyuka Funeral Home on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at 11:00 a.m.

JoAnn’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of her family, her partner, and all who loved her.

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