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William Sage

William Sage

Mar 26, 2024

William J. "Bill" Sage, age 90, passed away peacefully at Prairie Gate on March 26, 2024. He was born August 13, 1933, to the late Alexander and Gertrude (Reumping) Sage in Omaha, NE. Bill graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 1952 and then proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard. He retired from...

Charles Anderson

Charles Anderson

Mar 24, 2024

Charles L. Anderson, age 80, passed away at his home March 24, 2024. He was born July 28, 1943 to the late Archie and Rosella (Rexroat) Anderson in Malvern, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Anderson; brothers, Robert Anderson and Archie Anderson; sisters, Sally Wright and Alice Winkelman.

Charles is survived by sons,...

Glenn Tyson

Glenn Tyson

Mar 24, 2024

Glenn Tyson, age 80, passed away March 24, 2024. He was born November 11, 1943 in Plattsmouth, NE to the late Albert and Mary (Pittman) Tyson.

Open House to Celebrate his life will be held 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 30th, 2024 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (2303 Butler St, Council Bluffs,...

Celine Copeland

Celine Copeland

Mar 22, 2024

Celine T. Copeland, age 90, passed away with her family by her side at Fox Run on March 22, 2024.

She was born November 10, 1933, to the late Fred and Kathryn (Schulte) Kohles.



In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy A. Copeland; 12 siblings.



Celine is survived...

Kenneth Strohbehn

Kenneth Strohbehn

Mar 19, 2024

Kenneth A. Strohbehn, age 73, of Treynor, Iowa, passed away at CHI Mercy Hospital on March 19, 2024.

He was born November 9, 1950, to the late Leonard and Elsie (Schmidt) Strohbehn in Council Bluffs, IA. Kenneth graduated from Treynor High School and was lifelong farmer. Kenny had a deep love of all things AG. He took over the family farm...

Felix Garcia-Avalos

Felix Garcia-Avalos

Mar 17, 2024

Felix Garcia-Avalos, age 72, passed away March 17, 2024. He was born October 18, 1951.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM at Corpus Christi Parish - Queen of Apostles Church on Friday, March 22, 2024. The family will direct memorials.

El...

Jennie Kannedy

Jennie Kannedy

Mar 17, 2024

Jennie M. Kannedy, age 87, passed away peacefully at Northcrest Living Center March 17, 2024. She was born November 18, 1936 to Francis and Charlotte (Bryson) Lewis in Council Bluffs, IA. Jennie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1954 and retired from State Farm. She was a member of the Council Bluffs Optimist Club and Toastmasters.

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John Wheeler

John Wheeler

Mar 16, 2024

Johnnie Lynn Wheeler

2/15/49 - 3/16/24

Johnnie Lynn Wheeler, 75, of Council Bluffs went home to be with Jesus on March 16, 2024.

John was born Feb. 15, 1949, to J.C. and Edith (Connor) Wheeler in Blytheville, Ark. He spent many of his younger years in Caruthersville, Mo., before moving to Council Bluffs. He attended Edison Jr....

Matthew Browning

Matthew Browning

Mar 16, 2024

Matthew E. "Boo" Browning, age 57, passed away March 16, 2024.

He was born April 3, 1966 to the late Merle and Ruth (O'Brien) Browning in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Janelle Browning.



Matthew is survived by his siblings, Cindy Gusman, Sandra (Bill) Smith,...

Susan Green

Susan Green

Mar 15, 2024

Susan Green, age 68, a lifelong resident of Council Bluffs, IA passed away peacefully March 15, 2024. She was born May 24, 1955 to Robert and Bonnie (Jacobsen) Green in Council Bluffs, IA. Susan graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1973. She had one son, Scott. She enjoyed spending time with her son and family, especially holiday dinners at...

Stephanie Massie

Stephanie Massie

Mar 15, 2024

Stephanie Massie (Stefonia Kozak), age 76, passed away March 15, 2024. She was born July 19, 1947 to John and Maria (Polawska) Kozak in Salzburg, Austria.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Lee; son, Thomas Lee Massie; and brother, Peter Kozak.

Stephanie is survived by 2 daughters, Threasa Lewis (Ralph) and Laura Ranney (Wade);...

Rigoberto Cruz - Figueroa

Rigoberto Cruz - Figueroa

Mar 13, 2024

Rigoberto Cruz - Figueroa, age 61, passed away March 13, 2024. He was born June 3, 1962.

Funeral Mass will be held at 6:00 PM at Corpus Christi Parish - Queen of Apostles Church (3304 4th Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51501) on Monday, March 18, 2024.

Edad 61, Fallecio el 13 de marzo de 2024. Nacio el 3 de junio de 1962.

Joan Bursik

Joan Bursik

Mar 12, 2024

Joan Bursik, age 81, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on March 12, 2024. She was born October 7, 1942 to Donald and Margaret (Anderson) Harding in Council Bluffs, IA. A proud graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School with the Class of 1960, Joan continued her education at Graceland College, where she earned her degree in education. Returning to Council...

Mervin "Noonie" Baxter

Mervin "Noonie" Baxter

Mar 10, 2024

Mervin "Noonie" L. Baxter, age 83, passed away March 10, 2024. He was born August 4, 1940 to Harlan and Mildred (Weldon). Noonie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1960. He was a long time teamster with Peter Kiewit.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Gay Lee Baxter; sister-in-law, Jan Baxter; and brother-in-law,...

Carol Duval

Carol Duval

Mar 9, 2024

Carol Duval, age 71, passed away March 9, 2024. She was born December 29, 1952 to Clyde and Dorothy (Trammell) Alstadt in Omaha, NE. Carol enjoyed gardening and especially her iris and canna in her garden. She was a very hard worker and instilled that important trait in her family. You could find her shopping and volunteering at antique shops,...

Michael James

Michael James

Mar 5, 2024

Michael (Mike) John James, the son of George and Daisy James, was born on July 28, 1960 in Harlan, Iowa. Mike graduated from Harlan Community High School in 1978. He moved to Council Bluffs where he attended Iowa Western Community College for a short time. On May 26,1979 he married Kay Albers in Council Bluffs. They were blessed with three...

Rex Farris

Rex Farris

Mar 4, 2024

Rex A. Farris, age 75, passed away peacefully at Oakland Manor on March 4, 2024.

He was born February 27, 1949, to F. Fred and Barbara (Juhl) Farris in Gothenburg, NE. Rex was a professional horse jockey for many years.

Rex is survived by his mother, Barbara Farris; brother, Tom Farris; nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM...

Carol Stevens

Carol Stevens

Mar 4, 2024

Carol D. Stevens, age 63, passed away peacefully at Dunlap Specialty Care on March 4, 2024.

She was born July 16, 1960, to the late Ronald and Ila Davis in Onawa, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Connie Davis.



Carol is survived by her sons, Richard "Ricky"...

Kathryn Feekin

Kathryn Feekin

Mar 3, 2024

Kathryn "Kate" Feekin (Rasmussen), age 89, passed away at Bethany Lutheran Home on March 3, 2024.

She was born September 5, 1934 to the late Leonard and Gladys Brookhouser in Council Bluffs, IA. Kate was born, raised and lived in Council Bluffs her entire life and attended St. Francis school. She retired from the Council Bluffs Schools after many years working...

Vivian Diaz

Vivian Diaz

Feb 29, 2024

Vivian R. Diaz, age 68, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital February 29, 2024.

She was born February 14, 1956, to the late Samuel and Angeline (Brandt) Stahl in Neligh, NE.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Louis Stahl; sister, Virginia Stahl.

Vivian is survived by her husband, Arthur Diaz; children, Vivian McIntosh, Della Galvin, Nancy...

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