Randy Lee Bales

Randy Lee Bales, age 62, of McCook, NE passed away at the Community Hospital of McCook on August 22, 2019. He was born in Trenton, New Jersey on December 31, 1956 to Floyd and Norma (Stinnette) Bales. The family moved to McCook where Randy attended McCook High School and eventually married Gerry Real. Three children were born to this union; Gary, Sheree and Brian. Randy served his country in the US Navy as boatswains mate from 1974 until 1977 when he was Honorably discharged. While in the Navy, Randy received his GED through a High School in Honolulu, Hawaii. Randy married Carri Bussard and gained 3 daughters; Heather, Ana, and Sara. Randy was a licensed journeyman electrician and worked for several companies throughout Nebraska, Colorado, and California. Randy loved watching the New York Mets play baseball! He also enjoyed fishing, camping, barbequing and working on home projects. Randy was proceeded in death by his grandparents, Clarence & Polly Bales and Otto & Ruby Stinnette; his parents, Floyd Bales & Norma Jean Doyle; and his sister, Robin Seabrook. He is survived by his children, Gary Bales & wife Michelle of Seward, NE; Heather Bales of Omaha, NE; Sheree Kerns of McCook, NE; Ana Priest of McCook, NE; Brian Bales & wife Jennifer of Dubuque, IA; Sara Houghtelling & wife Carrie of McCook; 19 grandchildren; and 1 great grandchild. He is also survived by his siblings, Steve Bales & wife Denise of McCook, NE; Pam Foight & husband Ron of Beaver City, NE, and Tom Bales & wife Sheila of Nebraska City, NE. Randy chose to be a tissue donor for Nebraska Live On. Memorial services will be held at 11 AM on Friday, August 30, 2019 at the First Congregational Church of McCook with Pastor Steve Bales officiating. A 2:00 PM graveside service will be held at Ft. McPherson National Cemetery at Maxwell with Military Honors. A flower service will be held at the church for family members preceding the funeral at 10 AM. Friends may leave on-line condolences at herrmannfh.com. Memorials may be left in Randys name at the Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook. Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements. Memorial Service First Congregational Church Friday, August 30, 2019 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM 212 East E Street McCook, Nebraska 69001 Graveside Service Fort McPherson National Cemetery Friday, August 30, 2019 2:15 PM - 2:30 PM 120047 S Spur 56A Maxwell, Nebraska 69151