Sheryl Brown

Sheryl Lynne Brown, 59 of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on June 25, 1965, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Robert and Elberta (Naumann) Brummet. Sheryl was the fourth of four children. Her family moved extensively while Bob was in the Navy. They returned to Lexington in 1972 where Sheryl attended public schools and graduated from Lexington High School with the class of 1983. She then went on to further her education at Chadron State College for a semester.

Sheryl then moved back to Lexington where she worked at Plum Creek Care Center before moving to Virginia and worked as a Nanny. She also worked for Senator James Exon. In 1990, Sheryl moved back to Lexington and began working at Plum Creek Care Center again before taking a job at Elwood Care Center. Before her health began to fail, Sheryl worked at Plum Creek Medical Group.

Sheryl was united in marriage to Scott Brown on May 2, 1998 in Lexington at Grace Lutheran Church. She was a faithful member of Grace Lutheran and enjoyed volunteering in the church and cooking for the children.

Sheryl loved children and was a cat lover. Scott and Sheryl enjoyed riding their Harley’s and attending KISS concerts. She was known as number #4 in the family and was an avid Nebraska Husker football fan. She also enjoyed ghost hunting. Her family, church, and faith were always an important part of her life. Above all, Sheryl has left a tremendous legacy of love, and faith to her family.

Survivors include the love of her life, Scott; her siblings, Bryan (Deb) Brummet of Rapid City, South Dakota, Jeffrey (Nancy) Brummet of Lexington, and Michelle Martinez of Grand Island; sisters-in-law, Teola (Robert) Linder of Kearney and Carrie (John) McHarness of Lincoln; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.

Besides her parents, Sheryl was preceded in death by her nephew, Steven.

Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor John Strackbein, officiating.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.

Interment will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Lexington.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

• Maiden Name: Brummet

Edmund Fetter

Edmund Scott Fetter, 49, of Anderson, S.C., formerly of Lexington, died Saturday, July 27, 2013. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Aug. 1, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Christian Assembly of God in Greenville, S.C.
Edmund was a 1983 graduate of Lexington High School and began his career at Nebraskaland Tire while in high school. After graduating, he relocated to Greenville. While in Greenville he worked for Consolidated then Firestone and had spent his recent years installing cable systems around the Anderson area.
Edmund is survived by his mother, Sue Barnes; two sons, Jason (Patricia) Garison, Joshua Fetter; a daughter, Jessica (Tim) Stevens; three brothers, Brent Barnes, of Lincoln, Brian (Caprice) Barnes of Lincoln, Dan (Stacie) Fetter, of Greenville; three sisters, Carrla (C.J.) Rich, of Belton Texas, Paula Jo Fetter, of Greenville, Viki (Mark) Hurlburt, of Greenville; five grandchildren, Penelope, Joseph, Christopher, Alanis and Dillon and 17 nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, Harry Arthur Fetter; stepfather, Lawrence "Squirt" Barnes and a nephew, Russell Staples.
Palmetto Mortuary in Greenville handled the arrangements.

Kenny Gruntorad

Kenneth “Kenny” Lynn Gruntorad of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away on his 60th birthday, July 28, 2025, at the Lexington Regional Health Center after a courageous battle with cancer.

Kenny was born on July 28, 1965, in Lexington, to Henry and Karen (Anthony) Gruntorad. A graduate of Lexington High School in 1983, he spent his life working hard and building a legacy rooted in dedication and family. He began his career with Gene McElhinny Construction (1983–1985) before joining Batie Cattle Company, where he worked from 1985 until 2024.

On March 1, 1985, Kenny married the love of his life, Jamie Wiley, in Lexington. Together, they built a life full of love, laughter, and family. Kenny was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Jamie, and their three sons: Riley (Jessica) of Lexington, Ryan (Brittany) of Lincoln, and Tyler (MaChaela) of Alma.

Kenny was a proud grandfather to Carter, Baylor, Jaden, Jaxon, Bronson, and Bodee Gruntorad. He is also survived by his mother, Karen Gruntorad, niece, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Gruntorad, and his brother, Mark Gruntorad.

Kenny will be remembered as a compassionate and caring man — a true cowboy at heart. He found joy in riding motorcycles, exploring the outdoors, especially the Black Hills, and hitting the golf course. Above all, he was a family man whose strength, warmth, and humor will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington, with family present.

 Funeral services will follow on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Assembly of God Church in Lexington, with burial to follow at Hewitt Cemetery. The funeral service will be live streamed via the Calvary Assembly Facebook and YouTube page.

Memorials are kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

Michael McConnell

Michael S. McConnell, 44, of North Platte, passed away Sept. 22, 2009 at Great Plains Regional Medical Center. He was born November 11, 1964 to Ronald G. and Dian R. (Rohnert) McConnell at Hermiston, Oregon. Michael graduated from Lexington High School in 1983. He moved to North Platte in 1985 and attended Mid Plains Community College. On June 28, 1986, he was united in marriage to Marjorie Skoog in Fremont, NE. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, North Platte Volunteer Fire Department for over 20 years, where he attained the rank of 2nd Lieutenant, he served as an EMT, Dive Rescue member and Chaplain. He was most recently employed at Shopko in loss prevention. He is survived by his daughter, Michaela; two brothers, Kelly (Susan) McConnell of Marysville, KS and Tim (Deborah) McConnell of Paxton, NE; a sister, Kim (James) Hoffman of Kearney, NE; his mother-in-law, Donna (Kenneth) Kappeler of Fremont; a sister-in-law; three brother-in-laws and other relatives. He is preceded in death by his wife; parents; and grandparents. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Graveside services will be 11:30 a.m. Monday, September 28, 2009 at Memorial Cemetery in Fremont, NE. Visitation will be Thursday 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is in charge of arrangements.