LEIGH, NEBRASKA — The Leigh, Columbus, and Platte County communities are mourning the passing of Brent Malena, a beloved local resident who passed away
Medical Emergency Transport and Vital Statistics
Brent Malena, 45, of Leigh, Nebraska, passed away on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus, Nebraska. Local medical personnel and hospital staff provided emergency care prior to his passing. Official vital statistics registrations and administrative records have been processed under the jurisdiction of Platte County and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. Specific medical details regarding the cause of death have not been publicly disclosed by family representatives.
Community Background and Administrative Status
Resident across Leigh and surrounding rural communities in eastern Nebraska, Malena was known by neighbors, friends, and local acquaintances as a valued member of the civic community. Community members across Colfax and Platte counties are coming together to support his grieving family and loved ones during this time of loss.
Funeral Services and Interment Notice
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in rural Columbus, Nebraska. Additional visitation will take place at the church on Monday, October 19, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 19, 2026, at Christ Lutheran Church, with Rev. William Voelker officiating. Formal interment will follow immediately at Leigh City Cemetery in Leigh, Nebraska. In lieu of flowers, stones, or plants, the family requests that memorial contributions be directed to organizations or causes of the donor’s choice.
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