| Donald Lee Poss |
Donald Lee Poss, 84, of Wolbach, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Memorial services will be held Friday, February 6, 2026, at the United Methodist Church in Scotia at 10:30 a.m.
Selections will include “In My Life” by Johnny Cash, “John Deere Polka” by Wee Willie Band, and “Going Back to My Hometown” by Ernie Kucera.
Honorary bearers will be Don’s nephews: Marvin Poss, Larry Poss, Dennis Poss, Galen Poss, Kent Poss, Danny Poss, Dale Poss, and Gary Cooper.
A private family burial will be held at a later date at Mount Hope Cemetery in Scotia.
In lieu of plants and flowers, memorials are suggested to the family for later designation.
Peters Funeral Home of St. Paul is assisting the family.
Donald was born December 25, 1941, on a farm north of Cotesfield, the son of Fred M. and Grace F. (Gydesen) Poss. He grew up on the farm and attended country school. He graduated in the eighth grade and began working for several farmers in the area.
On June 6, 1964, Donald was united in marriage to Mary Soloman at the United Methodist Church in Scotia. To this union, four children were born: Sharon, Keith, Randy, and Kevin. The family lived on a farm outside of North Loup before moving to Grand Island. While living there, Donald worked for Chief Industries.
In 1979, the family moved to an acreage outside of Scotia, where Donald farmed and raised cattle and hogs. Donald later worked for the Greeley County Department of Roads.
After twenty years, Donald retired and moved to Wolbach, where he met many friends and became very close with his companion, Ruth McIntyre.
Donald faithfully The Phonograph-Herald | February 4, 2026
listened to KNLV’s Polka Show and enjoyed watching wrestling on television, going gambling, and attending auctions. He loved going to Husker Harvest Days, Popcorn Days, parades, and any family gathering. Don especially enjoyed the holidays, particularly Halloween and Christmas. In his quieter moments, he liked chocolate cake and cupcakes, drawing horses, and going fishing.
Don is survived by his daughter, Sharon and Russell Timmons of North Loup; sons, Keith Poss and fiancée Leah Cabrera of North Loup, and Kevin and Jodi Poss of St. Paul; eight grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; sister, Erma Neel of North Loup; brother, Kenneth Poss and Linda Morrow of North Loup; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Poss of Scotia.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Randy Poss; brothers, Darwin and Jean Poss, and Melvin Poss; infant brother, Richard Poss; and brother-in-law, Bill Neel.
Condolences and memories may be shared with Don’s family by visiting www.petersfuneralhome. net