Obituaries

Scottsbluff Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Scottsbluff, Nebraska area

Melvin G. Knaub

Melvin G. Knaub

Apr 15, 2025

Melvin Gene Knaub, age 88, of rural Gering, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at his home. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Gering Zion Church with Pastor Tim Hebbert officiating. Burial will follow at West Lawn Cemetery in Gering. Visitation will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Wednesday, April...

Javier Corona Sr.

Javier Corona Sr.

Apr 10, 2025

Javier Corona Sr., age 71, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, went to meet the Lord on Thursday, April 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at his home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Scottsbluff with Fr. Joseph Thambi as Celebrant. Burial will follow at...

Caroline "Carrie" Y. Quevedo

Caroline "Carrie" Y. Quevedo

Apr 8, 2025

Caroline “Carrie” Y. Quevedo, age 82, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, surrounded by her family and devoted husband of 64 years by her side at Regional West Medical Center. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Our...

Felipa Ventura Rios

Felipa Ventura Rios

Apr 8, 2025

Felipa Ventura Rios, age 93, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her daughter’s home in Scottsbluff. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 14, 2025, at Reverence Funeral Parlor in Scottsbluff with Fr. Joseph Thambi officiating. Viewing will be held one hour prior to...

Johann Grobler

Johann Grobler

Apr 6, 2025

Johann Grobler, age 46, of Bayard, Nebraska, departed this world due to natural causes on Sunday, April 6, 2025, near Minatare, Nebraska. A celebration of his life will take place beginning at 2 p.m. on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at The Pink Palace in McGrew, Nebraska. Friends are invited to gather and honor his memory. Online condolences can be expressed...

Rose Higel

Rose Higel

Apr 5, 2025

Rose Higel, (11/23/1941 - 04/05/2025) a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of God, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. A lifelong resident of Nebraska, Rose lived a life filled with love, creativity, and adventure.

Rose is survived by her devoted husband of 66 years, Jerry Higel, with whom she shared a life rich in family and memories....

Dustin Hernandez Santos

Dustin Hernandez Santos

Mar 29, 2025

Dustin Hernandez Santos, age 45, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, March 29, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Scottsbluff YMCA Trails West Kiwanis Lodge. Memorials may be made in care of the family. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Dustin’s obituary page...

Anthony "Tony" Cervantes

Anthony "Tony" Cervantes

Mar 20, 2025

Anthony “Tony” Cervantes, age 74, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025, at his home. A Rosary will be recited at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Scottsbluff with Fr. Joseph Thambi as Celebrant. Tony will be laid to...

Robert "Bob" Lee Sharp

Robert "Bob" Lee Sharp

Mar 17, 2025

Robert “Bob” Lee Sharp, age 79, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska with his eldest daughter by his side. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, April 11, 2025, at Reverence Funeral Parlor in Scottsbluff with Pastor Bruce Peterson officiating....

Shirley Betty Bernhardt

Shirley Betty Bernhardt

Mar 14, 2025

Another angel has gone to Heaven. Shirley Betty Adams Bernhardt, age 87, joined the Lord on Friday, March 14, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, March 28, 2025, at Reverence Funeral Parlor in Scottsbluff with Pastor Al Wilson officiating. Inurnment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff. Memorials may be made in care of the...

M. Louise Colerick

M. Louise Colerick

Mar 12, 2025

M. Louise Colerick, age 97, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025, with her loving daughters at her side. Louise chose cremation and requested no services be held. Memorials may be made be made to Team Ashtyn, a local childhood cancer organization. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Louise’s obituary page viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com.

Louise was born February...

Carlos Lopez Sr.

Carlos Lopez Sr.

Mar 12, 2025

Carlos Lopez Sr., age 66, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, March 17, 2025, at Reverence Funeral Parlor in Scottsbluff with Fr. Joseph Thambi officiating. Viewing will be held one hour prior to service time. The service...

Kim Lee Olbricht

Kim Lee Olbricht

Mar 11, 2025

Kim Lee Olbricht, age 73, of rural Bayard, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in the comfort of his home. A celebration of Kim’s life will be held at 4 p.m., Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the Pink Palace in McGrew, Nebraska. Kim will be laid to rest prior at 2:30 p.m. at Chimney Rock Cemetery near Bayard. Online...

David Gallegos

David Gallegos

Mar 11, 2025

David Gallegos, age 67, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at his home. A Celebration of Life will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Pineapples Restaurant in Scottsbluff. Cremation has taken place per his wishes. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting David’s obituary page viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com.

David was born...

Francine "Frankie" Grant

Francine "Frankie" Grant

Mar 10, 2025

Francine “Frankie” Eleanor Grant, age 57, of Gering, Nebraska, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Regional West Medical Center, in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Gering Methodist Church in Gering with Rev. Bethann Black officiating. Memorials may be made in care of the family.

Frankie...

Mary Louise Craig

Mary Louise Craig

Mar 10, 2025

Mary Louise Craig, age 66, of Gering, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 10, 2025, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Online condolences may be expressed by visiting Mary's obituary page viewable at www.reverencefuneralparlor.com.

Born on May 13, 1958, in Denver, Colorado, Mary grew up in the charming community...

William "Dick" R. Yakel

William "Dick" R. Yakel

Feb 28, 2025

William “Dick” R. Yakel, age 94, of Scottsbluff, Nebraska, passed away Friday, February 28, 2025, at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff. A graveside service will be held at 10 A.M., Saturday, March 8, 2025, at Fairview Cemetery in Scottsbluff with Pastor Andy Griess officiating. Memorials may be made to the Zion Evangelical Church. Online condolences may be expressed by...

Jeanette Victoria McMahan

Jeanette Victoria McMahan

Feb 24, 2025

Jeanette Victoria McMahan was born on August 21, 1954, to Stephen and Marie (Trujillo) Ortega in Raton, New Mexico. She completed high school and stepped into the workforce, embracing a fulfilling career as a contract administrator.

Jeanette became a proud mother and lovingly raised her only son, Stephen. He was her biggest accomplishment in life.

Jeanette loved her church and enjoyed sharing...

Gloria Barraza

Gloria Barraza

Feb 2, 2025

Gloria Barraza, age 80, of Mitchell, Nebraska, passed away peacefully with her loving family beside her on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Monument Rehabilitation and Care Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. A private family viewing was held, and a Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date. Memorials may be made in care of the family. Online condolences may...

Jessie Acosta

Jessie Acosta

Jan 25, 2025

Jessie Acosta, 100, formerly of Fort Morgan, Colorado, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at Chimney Rock Villa in Bayard, Nebraska. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at St. Helena Catholic Church in Fort Morgan with Reverend Joseph Oiye as celebrant. A Rosary will be recited beginning at 10 A.M....