Obituaries

Margaret "Maggie" Aleksiak

May 10, 2025

Margaret "Maggie" Aleksiak, age 72, passed away May 10, 2025. She was born November 29, 1952 to Charles and Doris (Kesterson) Blue in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; brothers, Orville (Pat) Blue, Charles "Chuck" Blue.

Maggie is survived by her daughters, Stacy (Matt) Koletzke, Mandy...

Patricia Menges

May 8, 2025

Patricia Menges, age 74, passed away May 8, 2025. She was born March 4, 1951 to Howard and Mary Lou (Rosner) Ware in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

She worked at National Indemnity Company for 50 years in Omaha, NE. She enjoyed gardening and was very proud of her flowers. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she...

Jessica Bushman

May 6, 2025

Jessica J. Bushman, age 39, passed away peacefully at her home on May 6, 2025.

She was born May 17, 1985 to Duane and Theresa "Tracy" (Wolf) Bushman in Council Bluffs, IA. Jessica graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 2004.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, George & Marlene Wolf...

Marcel McAuley

May 5, 2025

Marcel M. McAuley, age 60, passed away peacefully at his home on May 5, 2025.

He was born January 26, 1965, to the late Marcel and Jennie (Marshall) McAuley in Troy, NC.

Marcel was a friend to all and had the biggest, most tender heart. He was a true testament to his faith. Marcel was a proud father and very much enjoyed...

Judy Smith

May 5, 2025

Judy Smith, age 77, passed away at CHI Mercy Hospital on May 5, 2025.

She was born April 19, 1948, to the late Ralph and Blanche (Speight) Johnson in Atlanta, GA. Judy graduated from Murphy High School in Atlanta, Georgia, with the class of 1966.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Ashley Kennington; and brother,...

Carl Hammermeister

May 4, 2025

Carl Hammermeister, age 60, passed away May 4, 2025. He was born March 23, 1965 to the late Stanley and Doris (Westcott) Hammermeister in Omaha, NE.

Carl is survived by his wife, Cindy Hammermeister; children, Jessica (Jesus) Hammermeister, Justin (Korissa) Hammermeister; grandchildren, 6 grandchildren, Cecilia, Ciara, Carmen, Emma, Aaliyah, Junior; 1 great granddaughter, Emerson; 2 brothers, Lynn Hammermeister,...

DeEtte Terry

May 4, 2025

DeEtte Terry, age 81, passed away peacefully at Northcrest Living Center on May 4, 2025.

She was born March 9, 1944, to the late Leonard and Betty (Brandt) Terry in Council Bluffs, IA. DeEtte graduated from Underwood High School with the class of 1962. DeEtte was a talented artist. Especially at painting and woodcarving.

In addition to...

Floyd Belt

May 4, 2025

Floyd A. Belt, age 84, passed away at CHI Health Mercy Hospital May 4, 2025.

He was born March 15, 1941, to the late Floyd and Lilian (Palmasano) Belt in Council Bluffs, IA. Floyd retired from Nebraska Engineering and was a member of Midwest Family Worship Center.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ellie Belt;...

Timothy Carter

May 3, 2025

Timothy A. Carter, age 32, passed away peacefully at his home on May 3, 2025 after a three year battle with brain cancer. Through all the challenges that were thrown at him, he never lost his positive attitude, one of a kind humor, and amazing smile. He would be the first one there to cheer you up or give you...

Doris Earleywine

May 2, 2025

Doris Elaine Earleywine, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at Glen Haven Village in Glenwood, Iowa on May 2, 2025, at the age of 93.

Doris was born on January 30, 1932 to Rudolph and Erma (Adix) Block joining her sister Deloris and brother Duane growing up in Magnolia, Iowa. She knew what love looked and felt like from the...

Rodney Moore

May 2, 2025

Rodney Moore, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home on May 2, 2025. He was born January 24, 1959 to Robert and Jean (Barnes) Moore in Omaha, Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Rodney is survived by his wife Ann Moore; his son Rodney (Katrina) Moore Jr; mother Jean Moore; sisters Diane (Joseph) Gombas, Tedi Mikesh, and Coni...

Janet Nelson

May 1, 2025

Janet Nelson, age 74, passed away on May 1, 2025. 

She was born on October 15, 1950, to Walter and Thelma (Springer) Boe in Omaha, Nebraska.  Janet graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1968. She earned her bachelor's and master's degrees from Bellevue University. She had a very successful 36-year career as a project  manager in telecommunications with Northwestern Bell,...

Charles Adkins

May 1, 2025

Reuben Adkins, age 84, passed away at his home in Neola, Iowa on May 1, 2025. He was born March 31, 1941 to Reuben and Greata (Bishop) Adkins in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother Johnie; sisters, Cookie, Headi, Mary and Phyllis (Cooper), and two still born siblings.

Reuben is survived by his...

Kelly Henson

May 1, 2025

Kelly Mac Henson, age 64, of Carter Lake, Iowa, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025.

He was born on October 18, 1960, in Jefferson City, Missouri. Kelly was the beloved son of Luther Henson and the late Colleen (Horton) Henson. He was a proud and devoted father, grandfather, partner, and friend.

Kelly is survived by his parents, Luther and Madonna Henson;...

Kerry Clark

Apr 29, 2025

Kerry Clark, age 75, passed away April 29, 2025. He was born July 12, 1949 to Robert and Twyla (Handke) Clark in Council Bluffs, IA. Kerry proudly served in the US Army from 1968 - 1976. He enjoyed bowling and golfing and spending time with his family. He fixed washers and dryers for Coin Mack for many years. He especially...

Sandra Urich

Apr 29, 2025

Sandra L. "Sandy" Urich, age 81, passed away peacefully at her home in Carter Lake on April 29, 2025.

She was born January 21, 1944, to the late John D. "Dale" and Mary Ann (Forsythe) Lesley in Omaha, NE. Sandy graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1962. She was a longtime waitress, working at Rose's Lodge, Cascio's...

John McClain

Apr 28, 2025

John McClain, age 77, passed away April 28, 2025. He was born January 6, 1948 to Lawrence and Betty (Sandor) McClain in Canonsburg, PA. He served in the US Army for several years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David McClain; sister, Janie Lowe.

John is survived by his wife Lenora McClain; children, John McClain...

Barbara Whisler

Apr 21, 2025

Barbara Louise (Baughman) Whisler, 97 years old, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on April 21, 2025. She is survived by her loving children: Mrs. Linda Meyer, David (Kathi), Jeffrey (Mary), Allan (Beth); grandchildren and their families: Josh (Jess), Nick (Ann), Jessi (Matt), Kyle, Lyndie, Jared (Kristine), Jordan, Chad, Aran (Maddie), Ellie, Lauren (Drew), Natalie,...

Patrick Dingman

Apr 21, 2025

Patrick R. Dingman, age 74, of Carter Lake, passed away peacefully at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on April 21, 2025.

He was born July 15, 1950, to the late Roy and Agnes (O'Dell) Dingman in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Ellen Frieze; sisters, Cindy Kofoed, Susan Olsen,...

Sharon Snipes

Apr 21, 2025

Sharon K. Snipes went home to be with Jesus on April 21, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Sharon K. Donaldson was born in Wallace Idaho to the late Andrew Jackson Donaldson and Carrie Mae Larsen on January 29, 1943.

Sharon met and married a young man from Crescent, Iowa named William (Bill) E. Garrison. They moved to Oceanside, California and lived...