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JERRY A. LACKEY, 74

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Jerry A. Lackey, 74, of Morrill, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, September 24, 2012, at Regional West Medical Center, in Scottsbluff.

 His memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, September 28, 2012, at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel in Scottsbluff with Pastor Jason Schmidt officiating.  Military honors will be provided by the Nebraska Army National Guard.  He will be laid to rest in a private graveside ceremony at the East Lawn Cemetery in Minatare.  Cremation was at Sunset Memorial Park Crematory in Scottsbluff. A memorial has been established to Valley Bible Church in Scottsbluff.  Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com

 Jerry Lackey was born April 11, 1938 in Minatare, NE to Floyd and Alva (Imus) Lackey.  He attended school in Minatare and served in the Nebraska Army National Guard for 4 years.  He met the love of his life, Wanda Lou Quinn, in Scottsbluff, NE and married her on March 30, 1962.  Jerry and Wanda lived in Minatare for 19 years where they raised their three children Jerome, Sherrie and Brad.   In 1981, Jerry and Wanda moved to the Scottsbluff/Gering area.  Jerry was employed by the Scotts Bluff County Road Department for 30 years, specializing in road construction and maintenance.

 Jerry enjoyed the beauty of the mountains, especially the Black Hills.  Even so, his greatest joy came from spending time making memories with his children and grandchildren. 

 Survivors include his children, son and daughter-in-law Jerome & Stefani Lackey of McKinney, Texas, daughter and son-in-law Sherrie & Rick Sides of Morrill, and son and daughter-in-law Brad & Tracy Lackey of York; seven grandchildren, Brena Lackey, Brooke Lackey, and Brylee Lackey of McKinney TX,  Scott Sides and Sarah Sides of Torrington WY, Katie (James) Wills of Lincoln NE, and Jerry Lackey of York NE; one great-granddaughter, Lily Lackey; and five siblings, Mary Holten of Loveland CO., Floyd “Tom” Lackey of Gering, Birdie Lopez of Scottsbluff, Inez Steele of Morrill, and Ron Lackey of Gering.

 He was preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Alva Lackey; his wife Wanda (Quinn) Lackey; and siblings, Leota McCune, LeRoy Lackey, Merle Howie, and Judy Cole.

BETTY LORRAINE LOW, 78

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Betty Lorraine Low, 78, of Bayard, died Saturday, September 22, 2012 at Regional West Medical Center in Scottsbluff.  Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at CommunityBibleChurchwith Pastor Brad Kihlthau officiating.  Interment will be in the BayardCemetery.  Friends may call at Bayard Memorial Chapel Tuesday between 1-8:00 p.m. and Wednesday between 9:00 a.m.- Noon.  Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.bbchapels.com.

     Betty was born March 13, 1934 inScottsbluff,NEto Jack and Rose (Burbach) Lockman.  She married Benny Low December 12, 1953 in the Minatare Church of Christ.  She lived in the valley all of her life.

     She is survived by her children Bennie Low, Kathy Low and Jacob Low all of Bayard, NE John (Tammy) Low, Holdredge, NE, Ivah (Dale) Onstott of Harrisburg, NE and daughter of the heart Tamara Lockman of Bayard, NE, grandchildren: Chris (Tausha) Low and Robert Low, Holdredge, NE, Jason Low, Bayard, NE, Joe (Rachel) Low of Mitchell, NE, Sgt. Sean Low, Fort Carson, CO, Joshua (Jess) Low, Minatare, NE, Levi Onstott and Travis Onstott, Harrisburg, NE grandchildren of the heart Adrian and Carlos Padilla, of Bayard, NE; great grandchildren: Derek Seaton and Brianna Low of Holdredge and Rosalie Low of Mitchell, NE.

     Betty was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Joseph, brother LeeRoy and sister Irma.

GLES NOTES: AREA BROADCASTER GETS HAIRCUT…AND OTHER FASCINATING TOPICS

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GLES NOTES
Mike Glesinger speaking of sports (and more…)

I have been a little slow in keeping up with technology. I don’t “facebook” or “twit” or is it “tweet”? I don’t even have a home computer…yet. But with the launch of our newest project here at KCOW/Double Q Country/KCNB..”Panhandle Post”, I have been given the oppourtunity to write a little piece..or is it a “Blog”..about things that I find interesting or unusual or just some of the things I find amusing or relevant. I will try to embrace this new venture with an emphasis on things that are fun and what I hope people will enjoy reading about.

I will call this blog “Gles Notes”. That way I am not limited to strictly sports but other topics as well. Now understand, besides my wife Sarah, sports is my true love so you will see a lot of sports here. I read and report on sports 4-5 times per day on the radio. I broadcast approximately 50-60 sports events per year and I watch or listen to much more than that. I have a lot of friends involved in sports. But I have a lot of other interests too. I love all kinds of music, movies, old television shows. I love to read..mostly sports biographies and history. I enjoy collecting different things..I am still trying to find that rare baseball card that will make me rich!! I like to play golf, ride my bike, take walks in the evening and attend events that involve our local kids. I like being involved in the community and volunteer to help when time permits–so…my interests are many. I will try not to be too opinionated , but these thoughts are mine and not necessarily the opinions of the radio station. I will try not to be too boring with things like..” I got a haircut today”. Now if I find a rare baseball card on my way to Kurl and Swirl, then You will hear about that. My writing style may not be the best..I tend to write like I talk. So please excuse my grammar and spelling, I’ll do the best I can. I’ll try to add a picture once in awhile, maybe a joke or two. Like I said at the beginning, this is a new venture for me, but one that I think I will enjoy and I hope you do too.

Mr. and Mrs. G!

JASON’S YOUTUBE FLASHBACK! 9/26/12

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On this date back in 1962, “The Beverly Hillbillies” premiered on CBS.  The show ran for nine seasons and spawned two spinoffs–“Petticoat Junction” and “Green Acres”.

September 26th also happens to be the birthday of Donna Douglas, who played Jed’s daughter (and friend to all critters) Elly May. 

 

 

JASON’S YOUTUBE FLASHBACK! 9/25/12

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On this date in 1965, the “Beatles” Saturday morning cartoon series premiered on ABC.  Although the Fab Four’s music was used extensively in each episode, the voices of John, Paul, George and Ringo were supplied by actors.  In fact, two of the Beatles were voiced by Paul Frees, who also spoke for Boris Badenov, The Pilsbury Doughboy and Disneyland’s Haunted Mansion “ghost host.”

 

 

PAUL McCARTNEY WILL RELEASE “LIVE KISSES” DVD IN NOVEMBER

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NEW YORK (AP) – Paul McCartney can play dozens of musical instruments, but he plays none of them on his new DVD. McCartney only sings on his “Live Kisses” concert film. His band consists of most of the same players from his “Kisses on the Bottom” album, including jazz musician Diana Krall. Joe Walsh is a guest musician. The concert was recorded at Capitol Studios in Los Angeles. Bonus material on the DVD includes an interview with McCartney, a behind-the-scenes look at his daughter shooting the “Kisses on the Bottom” cover, and six versions of the “My Valentine” music video. “Live Kisses” comes out November 13.

TWO PLEAD NO CONTEST IN STEVIE WONDER EXTORTION CASE

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LOS ANGELES (AP) – Two people charged with trying to extort $5 million from Stevie Wonder have pleaded no contest. Alpha Lorenzo Walker and Tamara Diaz were released after being sentenced to time they’ve already served in jail. They will also be on probation for three years. Walker and Diaz were accused of trying to sell a video that painted Wonder in a bad light.

WENTY’S TWO CENTS: A TRIP BACK IN TIME

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WENTY’S TWO CENTS
The caffeine-addled ramblings of KCOW “Wakeup Show” host Jason Wentworth

 

September 24, 2012

Those who do not know history are doomed to repeat it.

As an abysmal high school and college student, I can assure you that the same goes for Spanish, Biology, and Algebra.  I had to take each of those twice.  (It’s that stellar academic record that led me to a career as a morning radio disc jockey.)

But I digress.  Back to history–it really is important for us to appreciate where we came from.  And generally speaking, important things are not usually fun things.  But this is one of the exceptions!

Recently I spent the day at Dobby’s Frontier Town in Alliance.  I am more than a bit ashamed to say that it was my first visit in fourteen years as a resident of The Best Hometown In America.  And boy do I feel silly to have waited this long.  And just on the outside chance that there are one or two others who’ve never experienced it, I thought I would share my thoughts.

It is truly amazing to walk through the buildings and see America as it was.  On my whirlwind tour of frontier days I sampled some rhubarb wine at the still (shades of The Baldwin Sisters and The Recipe); engaged in gambling at the saloon; visited the room above the saloon (ahem)…and then went to jail.

I kinda feel bad because while I was in the jailhouse, I spent a good while chatting with the Sheriff about the history of Dobby’s Frontier Town…and I think I saw someone bringing one of the prisoners a cake with a file in it.

Okay, maybe I didn’t see that–but the amazing thing about Dobby’s Frontier Town is the way it draws you into an era.  And here’s how they do it: there are no velvet ropes.  There are no big glass walls. You can touch, sit, and fiddle with everything to your heart’s content.  I think this is why every kid I saw there was having such a great time.  Whether they realize it or not, they are enjoying an interactive experience (no screen required).  And as a 40-year-old with an overactive imagination, I must confess to acting kind of like a big kid myself.

Publicity still from my upcoming History Channel miniseries, “Pioneer Doofus.” (photo by Steven Crabb)

 

Another thought came to me as I lingered on ancient displays and old wanted posters–  I believe that there are a lot of people who are interested in U.S, history but would never consider themselves a “history buff”.  Example: is your TiVo is loaded with episodes of “Pawn Stars”, “Antiques Roadshow”, “Storage Wars” or any of the other TV shows that hang on the concept of “Look at this old thing”?

From one fan to another: you have got to see Dobby’s Frontier Town.  A 1950s Pepsi-Cola cooler,  an ancient linotype machine, old spice tins and about a thousand and one other amazing relics…and you can look as long as you want without hitting the “pause” button.

Did I mention a 1950s Pepsi-Cola cooler?  It resides in one of the two buildings that, although existing outside the “frontier” timeline, will be especially appealing to Alliance baby boomers.  I’ve heard the stories about Rex’s Hamburgers and the Kandy Snap…and they are now reborn at Dobby’s.

If this sounds like a whole lot of fun…it is.  And it’s free.  And they’re there every day.  I know I’ll be back to Dobby’s Frontier Town a heckuva lot sooner than another fourteen years.

For one thing, I forgot to bring a handful of nickels on my first visit to spend on taffy and Tootsie Rolls at the Kandy Snap.

BETTY (CRATON) SPAIN, 90

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Betty (Craton) Spain, 90, died Friday, September 21, 2012 at Golden Living Center in Scottsbluff.  A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, September 24, 2012 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Banner County with Pastor Sheila Taylor officiating.  Visitation will be held from 9-9:45 a.m. Monday, September 24, at Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff with a procession to Pleasant Hill following.  Memorials may be made to Prairie Haven Hospice or to the donor’s choice.  Online condolences may be made by visiting www.jones-mortuary.com. 

 Betty and her twin sister, Dorothy, were born at home to John E. and Edna V. (Parks) Craton on Dec. 21, 1921.  Betty was christened Marguerite Elizabeth.  She was raised on the family farm close to LaGrange, WY and received her education there, graduating from LaGrange High School.

 Following high school she was employed as a secretary for the Veteran’s Administration in Cheyenne WY., where she met and married Merrill L. Kvaal in 1948.  They had one child, DeWayne Pat, before the marriage dissolved.  Later, she was an Administrative Secretary for the Lockheed Corporation in Calif.   Betty married Henry William Spain in Burbank, Calif in Nov. 1963.

 Betty and Hank traveled some in their RV after she retired from Lockheed, and then they moved to the Good Samaritan Village in Loveland, CO to be near her sister and husband, Lucy and Pat Bolin, who also resided there.  After her husband’s death, Betty moved to Golden Living in Scottsbluff to be near her nieces, nephews, and sisters in Gering and Kimball.

 Survivors include her sister, Francelia (Herbert) Johnson; nephews, R. Douglas Bolin, Roger. E. Johnson, and Richard K. Johnson; and nieces, Valetta Bolin (Melvin) Schneider and Peggy Warner (Glenn) Shorney.

 Preceding Betty in death were her parents; infant twin sister, Dorothy; husband, Hank; her son, DeWayne Pat Kvaal; sisters, Lucy E. Bolin and Mildred Mae Warner; and infant twin nieces.

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