William Alexander “Alex” Long, 37, of Anna, Texas formerly of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Monday, January 1, 2020 at Medical City in McKinney, Texas.
Alex was born April 19, 1982 in Lexington, Nebraska to Bill and Kathy ( O’Donnell) Long. Alex attended school in Lexington going to Bryan Elementary, Lexington Middle School and graduating from Lexington High School in 2000.  He excelled in sports lettering in football, basketball, track and playing Legion baseball in the summer.  He then went on to further his education at Hastings College where he played football and baseball.  After two years in Hastings, Alex continued his education at the University of Lincoln and finished up at the University of Nebraska-Kearney where he earned his degree in Business Management. 
Alex moved to McKinney, Texas where he worked in Sales for numerous companies which included AZ Partsmaster and Peak Roofing and Construction Company. He was united in marriage to Sara Todd and then Sara O’Daniel, which both ended in divorce.  In 2016, Alex moved back to Lexington to be closer to family and started ABCNC Machining, LLC with his father doing custom metal work.  Alex moved back to Texas and had resided in Anna with his girlfriend, Danielle.
Alex kept himself active playing softball, golfing and bowling. He always looked forward to playing a round of golf with his dad and brother’s, he also enjoyed spending time outdoors and hunting. He liked playing his guitar, listening to music, especially Dave Matthews Band and cheering on the Nebraska Cornhuskers.  He was also a former board member and treasurer for Lakeside Country Club at Elwood.  He loved spending time with his friends and Alex will be remembered for his big heart, sense of humor and contagious smile.
Survivors include his parents, Bill and Kathy Long of Lexington; daughter, McKenna Peterson of Kearney; brothers, Stuart Long (fiancé Baylee Wigstone and girls, Sage and Cora) of Lexington and Spencer Long of Denver, Colorado; girlfriend, Danielle Page of Anna, Texas; nephew, Jayden Roman; aunts and uncles, Kevin (Annette) O’Donnell of Seward, Terry (Diane) O’Donnell of Cozad, Coleen Storjohann of Lexington, Linn (Gene) Irvin of Belleville, Pennsylvania and Dave (Cam) Long of Belleville, Pennsylvania; grandmother, Alice Long of Reedsville, Pennsylvania; as well as cousins, extended family and many friends.
Alex was preceded in death by his infant brother, Nicholas Adam; aunt, Margaret "Muff" Peachey, uncle, Dave Storjohann, and grandparents, James O'Donnell, Margaret O’Donnell and Harry Long.
Funeral Service will be on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Lexington with Pastor Anne Gahn, officiating.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 from 5-7 p.m. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington.
A memorial has been established in Alex’s honor, and kindly suggested to Lexington Baseball Association or Lakeside Country Club.
Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be directed to the family by visiting:reynoldslovefuneralhome.com

Ryan M. Clark
LEXINGTON - Ryan Clark, 18, of Lexington died July 19, 2001, at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney.

He was born Sept. 9, 1982, at Lincoln to Charles and Sandra Phipps Clark. He attended Lexington schools and graduated in 2000. He attended the University of Nebraska at Kearney and at the time of his death, was employed with the city of Lexington.

While in high school, he was named to the All Academic Team. He was on the varsity tennis team and was a State Class B Medalist.

He was also on the state qualifying soccer team. He helped run the Lexington Little League Baseball program and also did umpiring.

Survivors include his parents; a sister, Rena Clark of Lincoln; a half brother, John Clark of Omaha; grandparents, Marlene Phipps of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Jay Phipps of Lincoln; and numerous other relatives.

A memorial has been established.

Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at the First Christian Church in Elwood with the Rev. Ginny Hill officiating. Burial will be in the Elwood Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Berryman Funeral Home in Cozad.

 

David John Hardesty, 32, of Lexington, Nebraska, passed away Monday, May 12, 2014, at his home near Lexington.

He was born September 14, 1981, in Lexington, Nebraska to Glenn and Jeannette (Marousek) Hardesty. He attended school at Lexington until his senior year when he moved to Lincoln to live with his brother and sister-in-law. It was in Lincoln he obtained his GED. David lived several places prior to returning home to Lexington in May of 2013.

When David moved back to Lexington he started landscaping. This was one of his greatest joys, to be outside mowing and creating beautiful yards.

David loved all sports; football, especially the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Nascar, Dale, Jr., UConn and Miami. He loved his music too. Most important to him though was his family, his friends, his nephews, and Kristin and Gunnar. David was a nice guy, a deep thinker and always respectful. He will be so very missed.

Survivors include his father and stepmother; Glenn and Jan Hardesty of Lexington, Nebraska; stepfather and his special friend; Jim Wells and Penny Carpenter of Lexington, Nebraska; brother and sister-in-law, Dereik and Jessie Hardesty of Kearney, Nebraska along with their sons, Garrett and Asher; grandfather; Hap Hardesty of Lexington, Nebraska; two stepbrothers; Dennis and Kim Wells of Grand Island, Nebraska; and, Bryce Boelman and special friend Kristy Wolfe of Lexington, Nebraska; two stepsisters; Deb and Mike Bossung of Mesa, Arizona; and, Dionne and Steve Pugh of Queen Creek, Arizona; special family friends; Kristin and Gunnar Price of Lexington, Nebraska; step-nieces, step-nephews, aunts, uncles and many friends.

David was preceded in death by his two grandmothers, one grandfather and mother, Jean Wells.

David’s body has been cremated.

A Memorial Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, May 17, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Lexington with Reverend Dr. Dyton Owen officiating.

Register Book Signing will be Friday, May 16, 2014, from 6-8 p.m. at the Reynolds-Love Chapel in Lexington.

Inurnment will be in the Hewitt Cemetery north of Lexington.

Memorials are suggested to the Family for later designation.

Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences with the family through: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com.

Date Posted: 2017-07-14

Steven Anthony Brummet, 35, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Wednesday, July 12, 2017, as the result of a tragic truck accident near Whitman, Nebraska.Steven Anthony Brummet, 35, of Lexington, Nebraska, died Wednesday, July 12, 2017, as the result of a tragic truck accident near Whitman, Nebraska.


He was born July 22, 1981, in Junction City, Kansas to Jeffrey West and Nancy Ann (Hill) Brummet. 

Steve grew up in Lexington where he attended school, graduating from Lexington High School with the class of 2000. He was always active in his church, Boy Scouts, and was honored to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. 

Steve was a faithful member of Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington where he was in charge of the Sunday worship sound system each week. His daughter, Angel was always by his side. 

He joined the United States Army after graduating high school. Following the service he drove truck. At the time of his death he was driving for Darling International. 

Steve loved hunting, fishing, dirt track racing, being with his daughter, and the family. He was a big ole’ teddy bear who always gave the best hugs, and had the biggest smile ever. He’s going to be so missed by all who knew and loved him. 

Survivors include his daughter, Angel Brummet of Lexington, Nebraska; his parents of Lexington, Nebraska; his grandmother, Althea Hill of Cozad, Nebraska; aunts & uncles; Scott (Cheryl) Brown of Lexington, Nebraska, Bryan (Deborah) Brummet of Rapid City, South Dakota, Michelle Martinez of Grand Island, Nebraska, Michael Hill of Cozad, Nebraska, and Deb (Simon) Rangel of Cozad, Nebraska; also surviving are numerous cousins, extended family and friends.

Steve was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, July 17, 2017, at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church in Lexington with Pastor Joshua Stibb officiating. The casket will be closed.

There will be no visitation.

Memorials, in lieu of flowers please, should be given to the family for Angel’s Education Fund.

Burial with Military Honors will be in the Evergreen Cemetery at Lexington, Nebraska.

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.