Sherman Auten Hirsch

Sherman Auten Hirsch, 93, passed away at his home in North Platte on March 15, 2024. He was born on Aug. 17, 1930, in Merna, to Lester and Iva (Auten) Hirsch. Sherman graduated from Kearney State College and joined the United States Army, serving in the Korean War as a forward observer in forward artillery. Upon being honorably discharged, he pursued and earned a teaching degree and worked as a social studies and biology teacher. Sherman married Vivian Posten in 1950 and the couple had four children, Karen, Stephen, Mark and Jean. On Aug. 18, 1989, Sherman married Marilyn A. (Myerchin) Brownell in Julesburg, Colorado. In 1988, Sherman furthered his education career, becoming a school administrator. He served in several rural Nebraska school districts, including Hall School, north of North Platte, as the superintendent. In 1997, after being retired for two years, Sherman missed being in the environment of education so he accepted a position as Lincoln County School superintendent until 2001 when county schools were eliminated. Sherman thoroughly enjoyed learning, teaching, and building friendships with his students and colleagues. He possessed a kind, polite, and gentle nature and was an avid conversationalist. Sherman was an active member of the Lincoln County Democrats. For the better part of his 93 years, he was giving back to his community and his country, as a soldier and as an educator. Sherman brought his energy and experience to a wide range of local volunteering programs, from ringing bells for the Salvation Army to participating in Kiwanis projects. Those who preceded him in death include his parents; his wife, Marilyn; and sisters, Leatha and Verna. Survivors of Sherman include his children, Karen (Jim) Dodge, Stephen Hirsch, Mark (Cindy) Hirsch and Jean (Randy) Pierce; 13 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation. Online condolences may be shared at adamsswanson.com. Service is at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 28, at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home with Deacon Michael Davis as officiant. Book signing is from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home, which is in charge of arrangements.