Cory Brown
Cory D. Brown, 42 of Lexington died Sunday, May 6, 2018 at his home near Lexington.Cory D. Brown, 42 of Lexington died Sunday, May 6, 2018 at his home near Lexington.
Cory was born June 16, 1975, in Grand Island, Nebraska, to Clifford and Janet (Nelson) Brown. Cory attended elementary school in Lexington at Morton and Bryan. He then attended Lexington Junior High before heading to Lexington High School where he graduated with the class of 1994. In high school Cory participated in football and wrestling. 
Following High School, Cory went to work for Tenneco Monroe’s in Cozad. Cory was united in marriage to Lisa Seberger in 1998. Two children were blessed to this union: Clifford and Gabriella. They would later divorce.
Cory lived the majority of his life living and working in Lexington. He enjoyed landscaping, mowing lawns and cutting down trees for work. He was working at Pizza Hut at the time of his death.
Cory found love again with Merinda Pesek and was like a father for her children.
Cory enjoyed watching funny movies, listening to music, fishing and reading his Bible. He also had a knack for working on motorcycles and 3-wheelers. Cory always looked forward to going for a ride on his Harley. Family was very important to Cory and spending time with his friends.
Survivors include his parents, Clifford and Janet Brown of Lexington, Nebraska; significant other, Merinda Pesek; two sons, Clifford B. Brown of Lexington, Nebraska and Jade Dean Brown of Cozad, Nebraska; four daughters, Gabriella Janay Brown of Midland, Texas, Tesia Marie Pesek, Hailey Marie Boutin and Alicia Marie Pesek all of Johnson Lake, Nebraska; one brother, Shane Brown and fiancé (Jessica Todd) of Lincoln, Nebraska; one granddaughter, Zahaylee Pesek of Johnson Lake, Nebraska; two nephews, Logan Brown of Lexington, Nebraska and Tyson Brown of Waverly; one niece, Piper Brown of Lincoln, Nebraska; also surviving are aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and many friends.
Cory was preceded in death by his grandparents, and a nephew, Gabriel Allen.
Funeral Services will be held Thursday, May 10, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at LexChristian Church in Lexington with Pastor James Morton, officiating.
Visitation will be on Thursday, May 10, 2018, from 9-11 a.m. at LexChristian Church in Lexington.
Following the traditional funeral service, cremation will take place and a private family inurnment will be held at a later date.
Memorials are kindly 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 by visiting: reynoldslovefuneralhome.com
Dan Screws
Daniel Joseph Screws, 48, of Lexington, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024 at Bryan Medical East Campus, in Lincoln, Nebraska, as a result of lingering health issues.
Daniel was born December 17, 1975, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where he lived until his family moved to Lexington, NE, in 1991. Dan graduated from Lexington High School in 1994. He then attended Southeast Community College in Milford, NE, where he studied Auto Collision Repair Technology. 
He loved “rescuing” old square body Chevy pickups with the aim to restoring them someday. Dan also loved nature. He truly enjoyed living in the hills between Ord and Burwell where he loved watching the weather and watching storm clouds roll in over the hills. Sunrises were his favorite part of the day, and he loved camping and fishing for catfish. Dan was a great cook and loved to barbeque and try new recipes.
He was a member of First Presbyterian Church and Thistle Masonic Lodge #61 in Lexington. He was also a Shriner.
Dan was preceded in death by his dad, Jim Screws, Sr., and his sister, Julie Anne Screws.
He is survived by his mom, Alice Screws of Lexington; and his brother, James (Robin) Screws of Lexington; and step-nieces Kasie Moore, Amy Moore and step-nephew, Tony (Colbie) Greuschow; and numerous cousins.
The family has chosen cremation. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to the family for further 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.
- Date Posted: 2024-01-07
Mason Winter
Mason Andrew Winter, 50, of Grand Island, Nebraska, passed away at his home on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
He was born on January 7, 1975, as a twin to his sister, Melodee, in Cozad, Nebraska, to Ronald and Peggy (Newton) Winter. Mason graduated from Lexington Senior High School with the class of 1994 and attended Mid-Plains Community College in North Platte, Nebraska. He also studied business administration online. On February 22, 1997, Mason was united in marriage to Lori Davis at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in North Platte, Nebraska. The couple was blessed with three children: Kennedyanne, Isabella, and Davis. 
In September of 1997, Mason joined the military. After serving two years, he was honorably discharged in 1999. Mason worked for the Union Pacific Railroad with his family in North Platte. After his divorce, he moved and was currently living in Grand Island.
Mason was a people person. He knew everyone and was always a humorous light in every crowd. He loved business and enjoyed learning about everything. Mason loved his children more than life. Kennedyanne, Isabella, and Davis were always in every conversation. Mason's closest relationship was with his twin sister, Melodee. They talked nearly every day. He was her protector, defender, and best friend. Mason's constant companion was "Dave", his cat. Dave was with him till the end.
Survivors include his parents, Ronald Winter of Palmer, Nebraska and Peggy Newton Winter of Lexington; his children, Kennedyanne (Gabriel) Melton of North Platte, Isabella Winter and Davis Winter, both of North Platte; twin sister, Melodee Winter of Lexington; brothers, Mike (Laura) Winter of Lexington and Matthew (Lora) Winter of York; nieces and nephews, Wesley (Samantha) Winter of Elwood, Justin (Cydney) Winter of Kearney, Alyssa Winter (Drey Smith) and their son, Beckett Smith of North Platte, and Isabella Winter of York; as well as extended family and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Melvin and Lorna Mae Winter, and Robert and Joann Newton; and one infant son, Jaden.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 11:00 am. at Reynolds-Love Funeral Home in Lexington with Pastor Rex Adams officiating.
Inurnment will be held at the Evergreen Cemetery in Lexington following the service.
In lieu of flowers, 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