Obituaries
Dr. Curtiss Farrell
Dr. Curtiss Dean Farrell, age 70, passed away on June 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family in Sahuarita, Arizona, where he had retired after many cherished years of work and family life in the Siouxland community.
James E. Shiers
James “Jim” E. Shiers, age 81, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Kearney. Private family graveside services will be held at Riverside Cemetery in Gibbon. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the March of Dimes, Mosaic of Beatrice, or the charity of your choice. Please visit www. hlmkfuneral.com to leave a tribute or message of condolence. Horner Lieske McBride and Kuhl Funeral and Cremation Services in Kearney is in charge of arrangements.
Daniel W. Dwiggins
Daniel W. Dwiggins, age 97, of Kearney, formerly Gibbon, passed away peacefully
Phyllis Rathman
Phyllis Irene Rathman, age 94, of Wood River, passed away on July 3, 2025, at Brookefield Park in St. Paul. Funeral service was held Tuesday, July 8, at Christ Lutheran Church, Cairo, with Reverend Brian L. Wright officiating. Burial followed at Berwick Cemetery, Cairo. Apfel Funeral Home is assisting the family. Memorials are suggested to Christ Lutheran Church, Cairo. Online condolences may be directed to www.apfelfuneralhome.com.