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Barry Scott Berumen

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Barry Scott Berumen passed peacefully the morning of January 5, 2024 following a long illness. Born on February 28,1967 in Kearney, NE to Maryann Detter. He graduated from Kearney high school. A longtime Lincoln resident, he attended SCC earning his RN certificate, Concordia college for a BS, and UNMC for his MSN. He worked 36+ years at the Lincoln Regional Center starting as a Technician and ending his career as an APRN.

Barry loved animals, was an avid gardener, loved boating and camping, and enjoyed long nature walks. He especially loved the 4th of July and shooting off fireworks. All of his activities included his beloved Mountain Dew in hand.

He is survived by husband Brent, sister Bobbi and step-sons Kolton and Konner (Annie Bassett) Barnes.

He is preceded in death by mother Maryann Detter.

It was Barry’s request for no memorial service.

Memorials suggested to the Capital Humane Society.

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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.

Ross Homer Birch

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Born on May 10, 1954.

Passed away on December 22, 2023.

No service at this time.

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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.

Burnita LaDonna Buhr

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Born on November 17, 1937.

Passed away on December 17, 2023.

No service will be held.

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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.

“Dawn” Starlett Brooks

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Starlett, who went by Dawn, was born in Omaha NE to William Jensen and Sharon (Schmidt) on October 8th, 1963. She was the eldest of four children which include brothers William (Billy), Jerry and James (Jimmy). Dawn and Family moved to Lincoln and started families of their own.

Dawn was a light of her own. She could talk and laugh with anyone at anytime, anywhere she went. She loved to tell stories about her life and her children and grandchildren. She had a love for old movies, shows, music and when she went to garage sales on the weekend, you had to make sure to wear your seatbelt cause she would break and turn for the signs.

She worked in Hospitality Hotels for over 25 years, met a lot of people and came back with lots of stories from her experiences.

Dawn Married husband Raynard on May 2nd, 1997.

She had four children and 12 grandchildren. She lived being loved by her family and friends.

She passed December 15th, 2023 surrounded by family and loved ones at home in Lincoln, NE.

Dawn was preceded in death by her parents, William Jensen and Sharon (Schmidt), and her brother Jerry Jensen. Dawn is survived by her husband Raynard Brooks, her children Jennifer Jones, Jerry Jones 3d, Wife Alicia, Jordin Isaacs, Husband Corey and Jarelle Brooks. Her grandchildren, Alicia McAfee, Noah McAfee, Ashlee Jones, Jackson Jones. Elan Villagomez, Emaleigh Foster, Elliot Foster, Elizabeth Foster, Tristen Isaacs, Lacey Isaacs, Masen Isaacs and Willa Quinn.

Her service is being held at Lakeview United Methodist Church, Lincoln NE on December 22nd, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. by Pastor Hollis Patterson.

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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.

Herman E. Burson

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Herman Burson, 69, died November 26th, 2023 at Tabitha Journey house in Lincoln after complications with stage 4 lung cancer. Funeral services will be held Friday December 1, 2023 at 10 A.M. at the United Methodist Church in Alda, Nebraska. There will be a luncheon to follow.

Herman was born on March 12th, 1954 and was later adopted by Herman and Celia Burson. Herman grew up on a farm 12 miles east of Burwell. Nebraska. He attended the Midvale School up to 8th grade.

Throughout Herman’s life he worked a variety of farm jobs. For 15 years he worked at Ptzieter’s horse ranch in Erickson, Nebraska.

In February of 1977 he married Jenny Lou Becker. In this Union of marriage a daughter Debra Lynn was born. Herman continued to farm on his own land for a number of years.

He moved to the Grand Island area in 1998 and has lived there ever since. In July 2005 he remarried to Shelly Urich of Eustis, Nebraska. Herman and his wife Shelly worked a number of years as janitors for the theater inside the Conestoga Mall. Herman retired in his later years. He didn’t have any hobbies but enjoyed visiting and just being ornery! He loved his family and his dog very much. He was very proud to be a grandpa.

Herman is preceded in death by his parents Herman and Celia Burson. Great grand parents, brother Mike, and Mother and Father in-law Gloria and Harley Uhrich.

He is survived by his wife Shelly of Grand Island, Nebraska, Daughter Debra (Monte Faith) of Lincoln, Nebraska, Stepdaughter Jessica Urich of Cozad, Nebraska, two sisters Waunetta (Dave Pesek), of Burwell, Nebraska, Cindy Prucha of Lincoln, Brother Grant Harlan(Michelle) of Doniphan, Nebraska, 1 grand daughter Celia Faith of Lincoln, Nebraska, grandsons Carson and Noah of Cozad, Nebraska, as well numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorials can be made to the family.

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Funeral Home assisting is Aspen Mortuary, 4822 Cleveland Avenue, Lincoln, NE 68504. To view an on-line obituary or email condolences please visit Aspen Mortuary’s website at www.aspenaftercare.com.