Shirley Nelms

Shirley Nelms obituary, McCook, NE

Shirley Nelms

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Shirley Nelms Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel - McCook on Aug. 21, 2025.

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Shirley Nelms, of McCook, passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at Hillcrest Nursing Home in McCook. She was 90 years of age.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 AM on Monday morning, August 25, 2025 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook with Pastor Jeremy LaBrie officiating. Burial in Memorial Park Cemetery of McCook will follow services.

Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

25

Service

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel - McCook

607 Norris Avenue, McCook, NE 69001

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