Class of 1979 Class Reunion - 40 Years!

Terry J Brauer 1960 - 2018

Terry James Brauer, 58, of Sidney Nebraska, entered the gates of heaven on June 13, 2018 at the Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland Colorado.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday June 23^rd at 2 p.m. at the Elks Lodge in Sidney Nebraska.

Memorials in Terry’s name can be sent to the family at 1328 Maple Street in Sidney Nebraska, in lieu of flowers.

Terry Brauer was born on June 4, 1960 to Paul Herman Brauer and Connie June (Phillips) Brauer, in Sidney Nebraska.  Growing up he had the privilege of having a “brother from another mother,” big John, his cousin and one of his best buddies.  They made many memories together.  He grew up with a large fun-loving family of 6 kids, with never a dull moment. He attended Sidney Public Schools and graduated with the class of 1979. While he was in high school he enjoyed the sport of wrestling, which carried on with his grandson Cameron who Terry thoroughly enjoyed cheering on.  After graduation, he spent much time with his older sister, Patty, helping her care for her oldest child, Brandon.

On July 10^th, 1980 he met the love of his life, Dustin, who he always called his “bride.” On October 18, 1980 they were married.  Terry then went to work for Convert-A-Ball (Master Trading) in June of 1980 where he worked for 30 years, along-side his father.  While working for Master Trading, his kids remember him telling them the story of him fabricating frames for boxing rings. These rings were for the Tough Wear Company, which were used in the Rocky movies.  During this time, he also spent late hours working from home in his garage doing auto body and paint.  Terry worked hard, working multiple jobs at one time, so he could provide for his family and help his wife as she worked on her nursing degree.  On August 25^th, 1981 his oldest child, Casey Brauer, was born.  He was his only son and one of his best friends.  In the mid 80’s, Terry and his father also started a roofing business called Brauer roofing. On July 23, 1984 his first daughter, Ashley Brauer (De Los Santos), was born.  Terry always talked about how proud he was of Ashley for not only going to college after high school but starting grad school to pursue her dreams.  In 1984, Terry and Dustin purchased their forever home, which they have lived in for 34 years.  Terry remodeled the home from top to bottom to make it their “home sweet home.” On February 3^rd, 1990 his baby girl, Paige Brauer (Lohman) was born.  Paige moved back home 6 months ago, and Terry and Paige spent every day together making great memories.

Terry will always be remembered as a loving generous person. His ornery teasing nature and sense of humor is something everyone will never forget.  He was a genuine man, who always worked very hard until his body would no longer allow him to, forcing him into early retirement.  Terry always put others before himself.  With Terry, you always knew where you stood with him.  The last 10 years of his life he enjoyed watching his grandkids grow and compete in sports.

Terry is survived by his wife Dustin Brauer, son Casey (Celeste) Brauer, daughter Ashley (Matthew) De Los Santos, daughter Paige (Jeremy) Lohman, grandchildren Collin, Cameron and Carissa Brauer, Uriah, Micah and Alijah De Los Santos, and Jeremy Jr. and Damien Lohman. His sisters Patty (Alan) Arps, Tammy (Kelly) Tilbury, and Teresa (Chris) White.  Brother, Todd (Linda) Brauer.  Many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and friends.

He is proceeded in death by his father, Paul Brauer, mother, Connie Brauer, brothers Greg and Mike Brauer, and in laws Kenneth and Donna Pebley. Terry impacted more people than he realized and will be greatly missed.

Holechek Funeral Home and Cremations in Sidney is serving the Brauer family

J R Frederick Portenier 1961-2016

J R F. Portenier, 55 of Peetz passed away Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at his home in Peetz. A Pot Luck Memorial will be on January 7 from noon to 4 pm at the Sidney Shelter House in Sidney, NE.

J R was born on September 1, 1961 in Seattle, Washington to Ron and Virginia Portenier. He received his associates in engineering from WACC. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, fishing, spending time with friends, his dog Buddy and his grandchildren.

J R is survived by his father Ron Portenier; sons David and Dennis; daughter Desireau (Jesse) Olson; grandchildren Preston, Jake, Porsha, Ashlee, Kyson; siblings Jay (Rhonda) Portenier, Kathy (Don) Hickox, Mark (Jennifer) Portenier, Dirk Portenier, Linda (Dan) House.

He was preceded in death by his mother Virginia Portenier, brothers Timothy and Bruce Portenier, and sister Ronha Nadeau.

Memorials may be made to the J R Portenier Memorial Fund in care of The American Bank of Sidney, 1539 Jackson St., Sidney, NE 69162. 

Obit 

WHEN? Oktoberfest Weekend. October 3 & 4, 2014. PLACE? Fair Grounds TIME? Meet up at Jimmy's Bar 1540 10th Avenue at 5:30pm on Friday and go from there. No plans...play it by ear. Make reservations early as rooms fill up fast. Find a classmate on Face Book and get added to the Reunion Group for more information!  Facebook page:   SHS Class of 1979 35th Reunion

Class of 1979 - Where are you?

Class of 1979: Cindy Avey, Kathy Anderson, Kent Baliman, Mark Bartels, Leonard Bayne, Randy Bayne, Lori Bahr, Ann Belieu, Shara Bills+, Barry Boyer, Sharon Brauer, Terry Brauer, LeighAnn Brumfield, Georgia Butterfield, Timothy Cansler, Phillip Childers, Janet Christjans, Craig Clift, Steve Cope, Kathleen Craig, Robyn Custer, Carol Deaver+, Christi Deaver, Deanna Debryun, Peggy Dolan, Mark Doyle, Susan Dress, Richard Eckley, Duane Ellis, Richard Fiegenschuh, Jeff Finley, Timothy Franzen, Marsie Fritz, Linda Gable, Gayle Garner, Candy Gipfert, Beth Glassburn, Mike Goen, Beth Gretch, Joel Guggenmos, Tracy Hagen, Kevin Hammond, Jackie Harmon, Alan Hartzler, Joe Haupt, Valerie Havorka, Davona Hayes, Jay Hazlewood, Scott Heintz, Steve Henderson, Becky Hinrichs, Cal Holbrook+, Lew Huddelston, Dave Johnson, Todd Johnson, Marlin Jung, Mindy Kallhoff, Susan Kella, Kelly Kershaw, Cheryl Kilgore, Dan Kinnersley, David Kocourek, Jim Kraus, Todd Kreinbring, John Kurth, Elizabeth Laing+, Tom Lien, Lori Lodes, Steve Loghry, Rebecca Martinez+, Doran Matzke, Carolyn Meier, Virgil Meier, Ty Meusburger, Pamela Mueller, Rita Narjes, Gloria Nebarez, Marlinda Nietz, Luann Nienhueser, Paul Nienhuser, Wesley Nienhuser, Jay Noble, Katharine Norman, Chrisopher O'Connell, John O'Holleran, Nancy Onken, Terry Osborn, Richard Patten, Jana Petty, JR Portenier+, Thomas Powers, Byron Ray, Rodney Rehmer, Glenda Roach, Lisa Robinson, Melanie Rohde, Paula Schinzel+, Curtis Schlieker, Randall Schlueter, Timothy Schneider, Mark Schoonover, Susan Schroder, Michael Sheaman, Wesley Smith, Kellie Snook, Delores Sparks, Cindy Stickley, Kimberly Stokes, Kathy Schrock Stroh, Ronald Studnicka, Wyatt Surber, Suzanne Sweeney, Todd Talich+, Deanna Tallmage, David Thurow, Larry Tow+, Kimberly Tremain, Kevin Tritt+, Teresa Tritt+, Renee Vass, Dennis Wamsley, David Warren, Barry Weaver+, Cynthia Thurow Wiekhorst+, Christine Wiedeburg, Randy Wieser, Timothy Wiles, Luanne Worster, Mark Zalesky, Jarma Zilmer. The names with + are classmates that have passed away.

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Carol Olson 1961 - 2014

Carol Olson, 52 of Sidney, Nebraska died early Saturday morning, April 26, 2014 at Sidney Regional Medical Center. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M., Friday, May 2, 2014 in the Evangelical Free Church in Sidney with Pastor Scott Bloomquist of the Calvary Baptist Church officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenwood Cemetery. Carol Lynn Olson, the daughter of Robert Frank and Sharon Kay (Lambert) Deaver was born July 24, 1961 at Sidney, Nebraska. She attended the Sidney public schools, graduating from Sidney High School in 1979. After graduation she worked as a bus girl at the Fort Sidney Motor Hotel for a short time before going to work at Cabela’s where she was employed for thirty-three years. On May 22, 1983 she was united in marriage to Eddie Olson and to this union a son, Jesse was born. Carol was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister and grandmother. She cherished her grandchildren. Her greatest gifts in life were her family and friends. She always had a smile on her face, didn’t know a stranger and always spoke to everyone. Survivors include her husband Eddie; son Jesse and wife Desireau; grandchildren: Preston, Jake, Porscha, Ashley and Kyson; brother Donald Deaver; sister Patty Frerichs and husband Randy; parents Robert and Sharon Deaver and in-laws Arnold and Shirley Olson all of Sidney, Nebraska.
She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents and one brother Ronald Deaver.

Florence L Gish 1912-2014

Remembering a wonderful teacher. Prayers to her family.