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James Jore
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of James Jore, a loving husband, father, and friend. James passed away at the age of 75, surrounded by his family.
James (Jim, Pops, Jimmy, Alfie) was a man who found joy in life's simple pleasures. He enjoyed sipping on a cold Coors Light while watching his favorite TV shows or cheering on the Kansas City Royals. But above all, Pops cherished spending time with his family, creating memories that will be treasured forever.
He will always be remembered for his kind heart, infectious laughter, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.
Jim is survived by his loving wife, Peggy, son, Derek, and daughter in law, Jesse, grandson, Will, brothers Ronnie (Marva) and Leroy, sisters Janice Jornod and Joyce Perry, and a wide circle of family and friends who will miss him dearly. Though he may be gone, his spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Rest in peace, Pops. You will be missed.
Graveside service is July 27th at 11:15 am at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with a celebration to follow at H & M Saloon, 8873 S. Sunny Corner Rd, Assaria, KS, 67416. Casual attire requested.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Family Animal Care of Salina, for the Veterinary Relief Fund.
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Gary A. Hoops
Gary A. Hoops, 68, of Deshler, NE but has recently been in Salina, KS the last 7 years passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at the age of 68. He was born in Alma, NE on January 8, 1956, and was adopted by Rudolph and Hilda (Tietjen) Hoops. He was baptized on January 21, 1962, at St. John’s Lutheran Church and then confirmed his faith in Christ on October 25, 1970. He graduated from Bryon High School in Byron, NE in 1974. Throughout his working life he worked at Werner’s Dairy Farm, Reinke Manufacturing as a general laborer doing pipe bundling, and doing a paper out in Beatrice, NE until his health declined that he was not able to work anymore.
Gary Enjoyed many fishing trips with his kids which he inherited the mane “Catfish”. He also enjoyed going to many sporting events especially when his children were involved. He always cheered on the Nebraska Corn huskers, Kansas City Royals, and the Kansas City Chiefs.
He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Lorie Eitzmann, and brother Larry Hoops.
Survivors include his children Wendy Kuhlmann and husband Tony of Salina, Kansas, Shelly Smith of Deshler, Eric Hoops and wife Wendy of Hebron, Nebraska, and Tony Hoops of Deshler. Gary had been blessed with seven grandkids, Tyler, Mckylie, Kirsten, Daphne, Olivia, Kyzer, and Korbyn. Brother-in-Law Wayne Eitzmann of Deshler, and sister Rose(hoops) Remmers and husband Dale of Bruning, Nebraska and many nieces and nephews and a host of friends.
Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday July 27, 2024, at Peace Lutheran Church, Deshler, Nebraska.
Memorials may be made to the family in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. 8th St. Salina, KS, 67401.