Obituaries

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May 13, 2025

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Makenzi Kern

Makenzi Kern

Jun 8, 2026

Makenzi Nichole Kern, affectionally known as "Kenz", age 26, passed away unexpectedly from health complications on June 8th, 2026 two days after her 26th birthday, June 6th, 2000. She was surrounded by her closest friends on a once in a lifetime trip to St. Barthelemy Island.

To know Makenzi was to love her. She lived life to the fullest; she was silly, goofy...

Louise McMilleon

Louise McMilleon

Jun 16, 2026

Louise McMilleon, age 90, passed away peacefully June 16, 2026. She was born February 3, 1936 to Gabriel and Louise (Kapiko) Balibrea in Honolulu, Hawaii.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by daughter, Jackie (Billy) Fautt; siblings, Gabriel Balibrea, Bill Balibrea, Bertha Schweitzer.

Louise is survived by her children, Pamela (Mark) Shirley, Daniel Manfre, Natalie (David)...

Jason William Cooper

Jason William Cooper

Jun 16, 2026

Jason William Cooper, 51, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away on June 16, 2026.

Jason was born on November 7, 1974, and was lovingly raised by his dad, Lyle Edwin Woodard, and his mom, Vicki Lee Woodard. He spent 21 years with Asplundh Tree Company, where he worked his way to the position of General Foreman and earned his Arborist certification....

Gabriel Michael Bach

Gabriel Michael Bach

Jun 15, 2026

Gabriel Michael Bach, age 18, went home to be with the Lord and his Dad on June 15, 2026.He was born August 21, 2007, to Marty and Tona (Hailey) Bach in Omaha, NE. Gabriel had just graduated this spring from Ignite High School.

He was preceded in death by his father, Marty Bach, and his grandmother, Sharilyn Benish.

Gabriel is...

Aaron Charles Roloff

Aaron Charles Roloff

Jun 15, 2026

Aaron Roloff, age 22, passed away June 15, 2026. He was born November 28, 2003 in Omaha, Nebraska to Chad and Brenda (Shreves) Roloff.

Aaron is survived by his daughter, Ela Charlotte Mary Roloff and her mother, Chloe Chester; mother, Brenda Roloff and his father, Chad Roloff; sister, Laysa (Haleigh) Shreves; grandma, Nancy West; his dog, Hank; aunts, uncles, and...

Robert Edward Dirksen

Robert Edward Dirksen

Jun 15, 2026

Robert "Bob" Dirksen, age 90, passed away June 15, 2026. He was born April 2, 1936 to Henry and Zorka (Bulat) Dirksen in Lead, SD.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Joe Dirksen; brother, Dave Dirksen.

Bob is survived by his wife of 52 years, Marianne Dirksen; children, Jim (Robin) Dirksen, Jeff (Elle)...

Thomas Dale Boyd

Thomas Dale Boyd

Jun 14, 2026

The family of Thomas Boyd is deeply saddened to announce his passing on Sunday, June 14th 2026. Tom is leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unforgettable memories. Tom loved his family with all his heart. His devotion to his sons, Jed and Brody, was immeasurable, and he took immense pride in being their father. One of the greatest...

Kyle Allan Chollett

Kyle Allan Chollett

Jun 14, 2026

Kyle A. Chollett, age 37, passed away at Nebraska Medicine on June 14, 2026.

He was born October 29, 1988, to Kurtis and Robbie (Wright) Chollett in Monticello, MN. Kyle graduated from Underwood High School in 2007 and later attended MMI in Arizona, graduating in 2013 with numerous certifications.

In recent years, Kyle worked as a freelance photographer. He had a gift...

Helen Marie Franklin

Helen Marie Franklin

Jun 14, 2026

Helen Marie Franklin, age 81, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph Villa on June 14, 2026. She was born August 1, 1944, to the late Marvin and Ruth (Andersen) Knickman in Council Bluffs, IA. Helen graduated from Treynor High School.

Helen was known for her genuine interest in people and her gift for conversation. She loved hearing about the lives...

Mellissa Rebecca Madsen

Mellissa Rebecca Madsen

Jun 12, 2026

Melissa R Madsen

5/20/1973-06/12/2026

Born in Council Bluffs Iowa.

Melissa was a kind and loving soul. She listened to everyone.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Crystal Ann Mass (Schroeder); father, Joseph Dale Mass; sister, Angel Sulentic, and daughter, Courtney Dawn Marie Madsen.

She is survived by her children Misty Dew, Jeremy Madsen, Alexander Madsen and her significant...

Julie Ann Driver

Julie Ann Driver

Jun 12, 2026

Julie Ann Driver, age 65, passed away on June 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to Lorenz Feller and Carol (Feller) Olsen, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Judy Driver, and father-in-law, Gary Driver.She is survived by her loving husband, Randy; her son,...

Nancy Lee Jantzon

Nancy Lee Jantzon

Jun 9, 2026

Nancy Lee Jantzon, age 84, passed away on June 9, 2026. Nancy was born on May 22, 1942, to Elmer and Hazel (Johnson) Wagar. She had a lifelong passion for jewelry and spent many years owning and operating her own jewelry stores in Minnesota. After relocating to Council Bluffs, she continued her career in the jewelry industry with Greenberg's Jewelers,...

Robert Mervin Gittins

Robert Mervin Gittins

Jun 8, 2026

Robert Mervin Gittins was born July 31st, 1946, to the late Harry and Ramona (Peterson) Gittins in Council Bluffs, IA. His early years were spent growing up with two older sisters and two younger brothers on the family farm near Underwood, IA. He attended school through the 8th grade in Underwood, and in the early 60’s, moved with the family...

Thomas Jay Weatherill

Thomas Jay Weatherill

Jun 7, 2026

Tom Weatherill, 86, of Council Bluffs, lowa, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, ingenuity, and unwavering devotion to family and friends.Born on February 24, 1940, Tom lived a life marked by integrity, kindness, and a strong work ethic. He was known for his ability to solve any problem, fix almost anything, and...

Jennie Davis

Jennie Davis

Jun 4, 2026

Jennie Eva Bradley Davis

Jennie Eva Bradley Davis, age 81, of Crescent, Iowa, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Jennie was born on June 12, 1944, in Excello, Missouri, to Frank and Eva Bradley, both of whom preceded her in death. She was the youngest and last surviving of eleven children.

A resident...

David Allen Green

David Allen Green

Jun 3, 2026

David Allen Green, age 52, passed away on June 3, 2026 at his home in Walls, Mississippi. He was known as Dave by many and also known as Allen by his family down south. He was born in Selmer, Tennessee on March 2, 1974. Dave "Allen" lived life, his family was everything to him. He spent the majority of his...

Bernard McIntosh

Bernard McIntosh

Jun 1, 2026

Bernard L. McIntosh, age 94, passed away peacefully at Prairie Gate on June 1, 2026.He was born January 17, 1932, to the late Ray and Bertha (Powell) McIntosh in Colome, SD. Bernard graduated from Missouri Valley High School with the class of 1949 and then proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a lifelong farmer.

In addition...

Greg A. Grell

Greg A. Grell

May 30, 2026

Greg A. Grell, age 66, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on May 30, 2026.He was born March 1, 1960, to the late Calvin and Connie (Woolhiser) Grell in Omaha, Nebraska.

Greg loved his family dearly and was always willing to help others. He was an avid fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Chicago Cubs, and the Chicago Bears. Greg also had...

Amanda Lynn Pruett

Amanda Lynn Pruett

May 29, 2026

Amanda Lynn Pruett, age 36, passed away at CHI Health Mercy Hospital on May 29, 2026.She was born March 25, 1990 to Matthew and Alice (Rhodd) Pruett in Council Bluffs, IA.

Amanda was preceded in death by an infant son and her grandparents.

Amanda is survived by her parents, Matthew and Alice Pruett; children, Isaiah, Olivia, Dakota, Hunter, and Leo; brothers, Joshua...