Obituaries

Kathryn Warren

Kathryn Warren

Aug 18, 2025

Kathryn "Kay" Warren, age 82, passed away August 18, 2025. She was born January 16, 1943, in Fremont, Nebraska, to James and Mary (Shada) Denson.

Kay had a lifelong love of books and shared that joy with her family. She often gathered her children to read aloud, passing on her love of stories and learning to her daughters. Through life's paths,...

Jorgen Paul Christoffersen

Jorgen Paul Christoffersen

Sep 2, 2025

Jorgen Paul Christoffersen, age 63, of Dayton, Texas, passed away on September 2, 2025 in Dayton, Texas.

He was born August 2, 1962 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Paul and Leana Mae Darnold Christoffersen. He graduated from Underwood High School with the class of 1980 and then attended Iowa State University for mechanical engineering.

Jorgen was named after his great-great grandfather who...

Jeffrey Jackson

Jeffrey Jackson

Sep 29, 2025

Jeffrey Jackson, age 55, passed away September 29, 2025. He was born January 19, 1970 to Charles "Jack" and Jacqueline (Weberg) Jackson in Omaha, Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by his father Charles "Jack" Jackson.

Jeffrey is survived by his children, Samantha (Erik) Boro, Zachary Johnson (Keerstyn), Anna Johnson, Hunter Jackson; and the mother of his children, Wendy Johnson; his mother,...

Harriette Andersen

Harriette Andersen

Sep 29, 2025

Harriette Andersen, age 89, passed away September 29, 2025. She was born June 25, 1936 Addie and Florence (Simmons) Gibson in Atlantic, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Andersen; sister, Jeanette Hosack.

Harriette is survived by her sons, Steve Andersen, Rick Andersen (Diane) and James (Karin) Andersen; brother, Donald Gibson; 8...

Robyn Bosley

Robyn Bosley

Sep 27, 2025

Robyn Lynn Bosley, age 68, passed away peacefully at Northcrest Living Center September 27, 2025.

She was born April 22, 1957, to the late Owen and Zelda (Brown) Kline in Rochester, IN. Robyn was a longtime nurse and was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Robyn is survived by her husband of 32 years, Timothy Bosley; son,...

Roger Pippitt

Roger Pippitt

Sep 27, 2025

Roger William Pippitt, 84, of Little Sioux, Iowa was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 27th, at Country House in Council Bluffs, Iowa with his family by his side. Roger was born December 12, 1940 in Little Sioux, the son of Harry Franklin and Vera Ruth (McCracken) Pippitt and was a 1960 graduate of...

Sharon Trede

Sharon Trede

Sep 23, 2025

Sharon E. Trede, age 78, passed away at her home on September 23, 2025.

She was born July 10, 1947 in Omaha, NE. Sharon graduated from South High in Omaha with the class of 1965. She retired from UPS.

Sharon loved her grandkids. She also had a love for baking & cooking for others. She enjoyed taking care of her...

Edna Kelly

Edna Kelly

Sep 23, 2025

Edna Mae Kelly, age 89, passed away peacefully at Prairie Gate September 23, 2025.

She was born May 14, 1936, to the late Anson and Lida "Pearl" (Moore) Riesland in rural Harrison County, IA. Edna graduated from Missouri Valley High School with the class of 1953. She was a member of First Christian Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded...

Marlene Morris

Marlene Morris

Sep 21, 2025

Marlene Morris, age 74, passed away September 21, 2025. She was born September 26, 1950, to Clement and Veronica (Ciembor) Koziol in Omaha, Nebraska.

Marlene attended the Nebraska School for the Deaf and graduated with the Class of 1970. She enjoyed a full and active life, spending time traveling, camping, and fishing. She loved to cook and bake desserts for...

Rachel Dittus

Rachel Dittus

Sep 21, 2025

Rachel Dittus, age 78, passed away September 21, 2025. She was born May 28, 1947 in Carbondale, IL.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dwight; and daughter, Veronica Dittus; and several brothers and sisters.

Rachel is survived by her son, Chris (Nicole) Dittus; 2 grandchildren, Hunter Nicole, and Tyler Allen.

Per her wishes, no services will...

Kenn Wilfong

Kenn Wilfong

Sep 20, 2025

Kenn Allen Wilfong, age 54, passed away peacefully at Jennie Edmundson Hospital September 20, 2025. He was born January 21, 1971 to William and Marian (Hilty) Wilfong in Council Bluffs, IA.

Kenn was an all-around great guy. He would give you the shirt off his back. Anytime of day you could call and he would be there for you to lend...

Tony Leinen

Tony Leinen

Sep 20, 2025

Tony Leinen, age 58, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away on September 20, 2025. He was born October 25, 1966, in Wichita, Kansas, to Dale and Marilyn (Parsons) Leinen.

Tony graduated from Lewis Central High School in 1985, where he played football. His passion for the game continued throughout his life, both as a player in his youth and as a...

Carol Pruett

Carol Pruett

Sep 20, 2025

Carol Maxine Pruett, age 90, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. Carol was born to Dwight Miller and Minnie Roach Miller on December 23, 1934, in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Carol married the love of her life, Samuel Pruett, on March 31, 1955, and together they built a life marked by dedication, generosity and hard...

Corky

Corky

Sep 20, 2025

Corinne Beth "Corky" Floyd, age 65, passed away peacefully at her home on September 20, 2025.

She was born April 10, 1960, to Andrew and Jeanette (Laux) Colburn in New Ulm, MN. Corky attended Creston Iowa High School, but graduated from Leon Iowa with the class of 1978 and then attended Iowa Western Community College. Corky was passionate about serving...

Janice Leu

Janice Leu

Sep 17, 2025

Janice Elaine Leu was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on March 30, 1933. She lived in Arizona from 1998 until 2021 before returning to Council Bluffs, where she passed away on September 17, 2025.

Janice had a zest for life and never turned down an opportunity to spend time with others. Janice was a talented artist with a passion for painting...

Julie Powell

Julie Powell

Sep 17, 2025

Julie Marie Powell was born at Council Bluffs Sisters of Mercy Hospital to the late David Leonard Powell and Marjorie Ann (Knudsen) Powell on June 17, 1960. She was the first of three beloved daughters. Julie was a proud member of the Abraham Lincoln of 1978, "The Class With Class". She went on to receive a diploma in Auto Parts...

Sharon McKray

Sharon McKray

Sep 16, 2025

Sharon K. McKray, age 78, passed away at her home on September 16, 2025.

She was born March 6, 1947, to the late Donald and Eunice (Williams) Sturm in Council Bluffs, IA. Sharon was a daycare provider and longtime member of Gethsemane Presbyterian Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert McKray; son,...

Carol Nielsen

Carol Nielsen

Sep 13, 2025

Carol F. Nielsen, age 83, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025. She was born in Sioux City, Iowa. She also lived in Denison before moving to Council Bluffs where she spent the majority of her life. She and her husband, Dennis Nielsen Sr., recently celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary.

Carol worked for 25 years at the American Red Cross, Loess Hills Chapter,...

Vicky Woods

Vicky Woods

Sep 13, 2025

Vicky L. Woods, age 85, passed away peacefully at her daughter's home on September 13, 2025.

She was born June 6, 1940 in Carson, IA. Vicky was a longtime member of Gethsemane Presbyterian Church. She and her husband operated Woods Bait and Tackle in Glenwood and she also worked at multiple places around Glenwood.

She was preceded in death by...

Robert Neumann

Robert Neumann

Sep 13, 2025

Robert "Bob" Frederick Neumann, age 93, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away peacefully on September 13, 2025.

He was born March 7, 1932 to the late Arthur and Anna (Rabe) Neumann on a farm in Denison, Iowa.

Bob met his wife, Shirley at the roller-skating rink. They were married in 1955 and moved to Council Bluffs, Iowa. Bob worked in Sales with...