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South Platte Sentinel Wednesday, April 6, 2016 Page 12 Pianist John Nilsen will perform at the Faith United Methodist Church, 230 Williams Place, on Sat., April 9 at 7 p.m. The event is free, but a free will offering will be taken. Nilsen will perform an hour-long piano concert featuring folk, jazz, classically woven compositions, traditional hymns, some boogie- woogie and some stories of his family, career and music. Nilsen has appeared with Jose Feliciano, Jesse Colin Young, David Foster, Alex De Grassi, Kenny G and many others. His recordings are featured on over 40 musical collections and samplers around the world. For more information, call 970- 522-0141. In Loving Memory Of Dale Troutman Oct. 15, 1954-April 9, 2014 Sadly the leaves of memory fall. Gently we gather and treasure them all. Unseen, unheard, you are always near. So missed, so loved, so very dear. No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you're always there. We miss you daily. Sadly missed and deeply loved, Connie, Todd, Megan, Staci and grandkids. Obituaries Robert “Bob” Evans Robert “Bob” David Evans, 87 of rural Crook, was born March 21, 1929 in Haxtun and passed away on Thurs., March 31, 2016 in Greeley. Funeral services were held on Tues., April 5, 2016 at the Sedgwick Community Presbyterian Church in Sedgwick with Pastor Jack Norris presiding. Burial followed at the Sedgwick Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Mr. Evans’ honor may be made to the Crook Volunteer Fire Department or Sedgwick Volunteer Fire Department in care of Barbara Rutledge, 33963 County Road 95, Crook, CO 80726. Robert was born in Haxtun, the third of seven children to John David Evans and Helen Margaret (Nauman) Evans. While growing up during the Dust Bowl/Depression era, Robert helped with the daily chores on the family farm, such as milking cows, feeding chickens and pigs, farming with horses, and then driving tractors at the age of eight. He attended grade school in a one-room country school until the eighth grade. Then, he attended Haxtun Schools and graduated in 1946. After graduating he continued to work with his Dad on the family farm. He also rented ground, farming on his own growing wheat. On March 8, 1951, Robert was drafted into the United States Army. During his service in Korea, Robert was awarded the Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Star, as well as the United Nations Service Medal. Robert was honorably discharged from active duty on Feb. 24, 1953, having obtained the rank of Corporal. Mr. Evans came back from Korea to continue farming with his father and also on his own. He created the 7 U E brand and registered it with the Colorado Brand Board. On Dec. 1, 1957, Robert and Betty Marie Sherwood were united in marriage at the United Methodist Church in Haxtun. To their union, two daughters were born, Margaret Ann and Barbara Jane. Betty passed away on Jan. 8, 2011. During their lives together, the Evans family rented several farms in Northeastern Colorado, until 1971 when they finally purchased their own place on County Road 95 near the Jumbo Reservoir. Together, they farmed and ranched there for 40 years, raising cattle and hay. Bob and Betty formed strong bonds with neighboring families, creating relationships within the agricultural communities of Crook and Haxtun. Bob raised cattle, hogs, alfalfa hay, and other dryland crops. He loved his cattle with all his heart. He tried many breeds. During the past 25 years or so, his main focus for the cowherd evolved to the Charolais, Angus, and Galloway breeds. His goal was to find that special combination to produce the best quality meat. He fed out animals and sold them to loyal individual customers who raved about the quality and taste of the beef. When he sold cattle at the Ogallala Livestock Auction, his cattle were highly sought after and there was always a frenzy of bidding on them. Bob was a loyal customer of the Ogallala sale barn for over 35 years, and the owners always acknowledged his presence and the quality of his stock. Over the past ten years, Bob has slowly turned over the workload of running the ranch to Barbara and Gary. He never officially retired from farming and ranching, though. Bob always wanted to farm longer than his own father who farmed until he was 85. Last year he was still driving his old 930 Case buggy top tractor, working his ground and planting crops at the age of 86. In Bob’s last days, his main concern was that his dog Brindle, his old momma cat Paws, and his herd of cattle were taken care of. He leaves behind a great legacy for his daughters, son-in-law, and granddaughter. His final wish was that they continue the good work he first started on his own ranch. Robert was preceded in death by his father John David Evans; mother Helen Margaret Nauman Evans; sister Etta Marie Dix; brother Harold Evans; and wife of 53 years, Betty (Sherwood) Evans. Mr. Evans is survived by his daughter Margaret Ann Evans of Sidney, Neb.; daughter Barbara Rutledge and her husband Gary Rutledge of Crook; granddaughter Candice Rutledge of Littleton; sisters Mary Louise Evans and Lorraine Evans, both of Sterling and Marjorie Brewer of Holyoke; brother Darrell Evans of Palisade, Neb. Austin-Tennant Funeral Home in Julesburg was in charge of arrangements. Nancy Fehringer, 62 of Sterling, was born Jan. 2, 1954 and passed away Sun., April 3, 2016 in Sterling. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thurs., April 7, 2016 at the Tennant Funeral Home with Deacon Ron Michieli officiating. Inurnment will follow at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Nancy’s honor may be made to the Craig Rehabilitation Center or a charity of the donor’s choice in care of Tennant Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1547, Sterling, CO 80751. Nancy was born in Sidney, Neb. to Henry and Helen (Schell) Fehringer. She went to school in Iliff and the RE-1 Valley Schools. She worked for White Kitchen Bakery and U-Save. Nancy then worked as a CNA and had various service occupations until she was unable to serve due to a debilitating auto accident. She was married to Rick Burnett in 1979 until they divorced in 1983. Nancy was then married to Duane Olson in 1984 until 1989. She was a member of 4-H and enjoyed bingo, word searches, and family events. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Helen Fehringer and nephew Ryan Lieber. She is survived by her children Tammy (Kevin) Burnett, Robert Burnett, and Tracy (Travis) Weigel; grandson Seth Burnett; brothers and sisters Jeanette (Bob) Berhost, Gary (Mary Jo) Fehringer, Ray (Vicki) Fehringer, Michael (Lavonne) Fehringer, Carol (Mike) Neff, Bill (Marilyn) Fehringer; numerous nieces and nephews. Tennant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Nancy Fehringer Nilsen to perform free piano concert
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Pianist John Nilsen will perform at the Faith United Methodist Church, 230 Williams Place, on Sat., April 9 at 7 p.m. The event is free, but a free will offering will be taken. Nilsen will perform an hour-long piano concert featuring folk, jazz, classically woven compositions, traditional hymns, some boogie-woogie and some stories of his family, career and music. Nilsen has appeared with Jose Feliciano, Jesse Colin Young, David Foster, Alex De Grassi, Kenny G and many others. His recordings are featured on over 40 musical collections and samplers around the world. For more information, call 970-522-0141.
In Loving Memory OfDale Troutman
Oct. 15, 1954-April 9, 2014Sadly the leaves of memory fall.Gently we gather and treasure them all.Unseen, unheard, you are always near.So missed, so loved, so very dear.No longer in our lives to share,But in our hearts you're always there.We miss you daily.
Sadly missed and deeply loved,Connie, Todd, Megan, Staci and grandkids.
Obituaries
Robert “Bob” Evans
Robert “Bob” David Evans, 87 of rural Crook, was born March 21, 1929 in Haxtun and passed away on Thurs., March 31, 2016 in Greeley. Funeral services were held on Tues., April 5, 2016 at the Sedgwick Community Presbyterian Church in Sedgwick with Pastor Jack Norris presiding. Burial followed at the Sedgwick Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Mr. Evans’ honor may be made to the Crook Volunteer Fire Department or Sedgwick Volunteer Fire Department in care of Barbara Rutledge, 33963 County Road 95, Crook, CO 80726. Robert was born in Haxtun, the third of seven children to John David Evans and Helen Margaret (Nauman) Evans. While growing up during the Dust Bowl/Depression era, Robert helped with the daily chores on the family farm, such as milking cows, feeding chickens and pigs, farming with horses, and then driving tractors at the age of eight. He attended grade school in a one-room country school until the eighth grade. Then, he attended Haxtun Schools and graduated in 1946. After graduating he continued to work with his Dad on the family farm. He also rented ground, farming on his own growing wheat. On March 8, 1951, Robert was drafted into the United States Army. During his service in Korea, Robert was awarded the Korean Service Medal with one Bronze Star, as well as the United Nations Service Medal. Robert was honorably discharged from active duty on Feb. 24, 1953, having obtained the rank of Corporal. Mr. Evans came back from Korea to continue farming with his father and also on his own. He created the 7 U E brand and
registered it with the Colorado Brand Board. On Dec. 1, 1957, Robert and Betty Marie Sherwood were united in marriage at the United Methodist Church in Haxtun. To their union, two daughters were born, Margaret Ann and Barbara Jane. Betty passed away on Jan. 8, 2011. During their lives together, the Evans family rented several farms in Northeastern Colorado, until 1971 when they finally purchased their own place on County Road 95 near the Jumbo Reservoir. Together, they farmed and ranched there for 40 years, raising cattle and hay. Bob and Betty formed strong bonds with neighboring families, creating relationships within the agricultural communities of Crook and Haxtun. Bob raised cattle, hogs, alfalfa hay, and other dryland crops. He loved his cattle with all his heart. He tried many breeds. During the past 25 years or so, his main focus for the cowherd evolved to the Charolais, Angus, and Galloway breeds. His goal was to find that special combination to produce the best quality meat. He fed out animals and sold
them to loyal individual customers who raved about the quality and taste of the beef. When he sold cattle at the Ogallala Livestock Auction, his cattle were highly sought after and there was always a frenzy of bidding on them. Bob was a loyal customer of the Ogallala sale barn for over 35 years, and the owners always acknowledged his presence and the quality of his stock. Over the past ten years, Bob has slowly turned over the workload of running the ranch to Barbara and Gary. He never officially retired from farming and ranching, though. Bob always wanted to farm longer than his own father who farmed until he was 85. Last year he was still driving his old 930 Case buggy top tractor, working his ground and planting crops at the age of 86. In Bob’s last days, his main concern was that his dog Brindle, his old momma cat Paws, and his herd of cattle were taken care of. He leaves behind a great legacy for his daughters, son-in-law, and granddaughter. His final wish was that they continue the good work he first started on his own ranch. Robert was preceded in death by his father John David Evans; mother Helen Margaret Nauman Evans; sister Etta Marie Dix; brother Harold Evans; and wife of 53 years, Betty (Sherwood) Evans. Mr. Evans is survived by his daughter Margaret Ann Evans of Sidney, Neb.; daughter Barbara Rutledge and her husband Gary Rutledge of Crook; granddaughter Candice Rutledge of Littleton; sisters Mary Louise Evans and Lorraine Evans, both of Sterling and Marjorie Brewer of Holyoke; brother Darrell Evans of Palisade, Neb. Austin-Tennant Funeral Home in Julesburg was in charge of arrangements.
Nancy Fehringer, 62 of Sterling, was born Jan. 2, 1954 and passed away Sun., April 3, 2016 in Sterling. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thurs., April 7, 2016 at the Tennant Funeral Home with Deacon Ron Michieli officiating. Inurnment will follow at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Nancy’s honor may be made to the Craig Rehabilitation Center or a charity of the donor’s choice in care of Tennant Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1547, Sterling, CO 80751. Nancy was born in Sidney, Neb. to Henry and Helen (Schell) Fehringer. She went to school in Iliff and the RE-1 Valley Schools. She worked for White Kitchen Bakery and U-Save. Nancy then worked as a CNA and had various service occupations until she was unable to serve due to a debilitating auto accident. She was married to Rick Burnett in 1979 until they divorced in 1983. Nancy was then married to Duane Olson in 1984 until 1989. She was a member of 4-H and enjoyed bingo, word searches, and family events. Nancy was preceded in death
by her parents Henry and Helen Fehringer and nephew Ryan Lieber. She is survived by her children Tammy (Kevin) Burnett, Robert Burnett, and Tracy (Travis) Weigel; grandson Seth Burnett; brothers and sisters Jeanette (Bob) Berhost, Gary (Mary Jo) Fehringer, Ray (Vicki) Fehringer, Michael (Lavonne) Fehringer, Carol (Mike) Neff, Bill (Marilyn) Fehringer; numerous nieces and nephews. Tennant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Nancy Fehringer
Nilsen to perform free piano concert
