Carson Quackenbush, age 25
Carson William Quackenbush, 25, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2026, in Broken Bow, NE. Carson was born on October 23, 2000, to Brad and Darla Quackenbush in Kearney, NE. From a young age, Carson was vivacious and full of stories, smiles and laughter. He was a thoughtful, considerate, and kind soul who will be remembered for his generous heart, helping hands, and the joy he brought to th... Read More
James (Jim) Downey, age 88
James (Jim) Robert Downey, age 88, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2026, at Custer Care in Broken Bow, Nebraska. Jim was born on December 9, 1937, to Paul and Mabel (Kettleborough) Downey in their home in Dale Valley, Nebraska. From 1940 to 1949, the family lived in San Diego, California, before returning to the Downey Homestead. He completed his grade school education in Dale Vall... Read More
Jodee Bolli, age 58
Jodee Ann Bolli, of Burwell, Nebraska passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026, with her family by her side at her home in Burwell, Nebraska. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at the Loup County Event Center in Taylor, Nebraska. J.B. Sikes will officiate. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday at the... Read More
Carol Christen, age 82
Carol Christen, 82, of Kearney, Nebraska, formerly of Broken Bow, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026. Born to Tom and Lela Connely and raised in rural Broken Bow, Carol graduated from Broken Bow High School and carried the values of her upbringing—faith, kindness, and service—throughout her life. Carol married the love of her life, Carl Christen, and together they shared 62 wonder... Read More
Darla Banzhaf, age 73
Darla June Banzhaf, 73, of Eustis, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2026, at CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney surrounded by her loving family. Darla was the kind of person whose love could be felt in everything she did. For 55 years, she shared her life with her husband, Larry, building a marriage filled with love, loyalty, and a lifetime of memories. She was a devote... Read More
Marlene Amos, age 81
Marlene Amos age 81, of Broken Bow, NE, passed away on August 4, 2026. Graveside Memorial Services will be held on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 11:30 AM at the Dry Valley Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Comstock Den. A visitation and time to greet the family will be held on Monday, August 10 th from 9:30 to 11:00 AM at Govier Brothers Mortuary in Broken Bow, Govier Brothers Mortuary ... Read More
Taresa Brunken, age 81
Taresa Kay Brunken, 81, of Broken Bow, Nebraska, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, August 3, 2026. Memorial services will be held on Friday, August 7, 2026, at 10:30 AM at the First Presbyterian Church in Broken Bow. Burial will follow in the Broken Bow Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Custer County Foundation c/o Taresa Brunken. A visitation and time to greet t... Read More
Bonnie Seeger, age 93
Bonnie was called home to be with the Lord on August 1st, 2026. Bonnie was born October 25th, 1932, on a farm South of Broken Bow, NE to Harold ‘Bud’ & Francis Trotter. She grew up on a farm South of Berwyn and attended a one room rural school until the 8th grade. She attended High School in Ansley, NE, where she met Bob Seeger. The couple were married on June 25th, 1950, in Taylor, NE... Read More
Darrell Hirsch, age 73
Darrell Duane Hirsch, age 73, passed away unexpectedly on July 24th, 2026 in Castle Rock, Colorado. Darrell was born to Wayne & Rose Hirsch in Callaway, Nebraska on He graduated from Broken Bow High School in 1971. After high school he briefly attended Iowa State University where he studied electronics, until deciding he would much rather be working with his hands. While working as a carpen... Read More
Deborah Bodjanac, age 59
Deborah Bodjanac age 59, of Broken Bow, NE passed away on July 29, 2026. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, August 15 th at 11:00 AM at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Broken Bow. The service will be livestreamed at govierbrothers.com. Bural will be at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Govier Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.... Read More
