Obituaries

Constance Warrick

Constance Warrick

Aug 9, 2026

Connie Warrick, age 78, passed away August 9, 2026. She was born January 19, 1948 to Franklyn and Violet (Ferdig) Ramsdell in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Warrick; brother, Tom Dale, Cecil Dale, Jack Dale; sister, Bonnie Wise

Connie is survived by children, Janice Gilbert, Christine Porter, Jimmy...

Alyce Ann Hough

Alyce Ann Hough

Aug 8, 2026

Alyce Ann Hough, age 86, of Underwood, Iowa, passed away peacefully at CountryHouse in Council Bluffs on August 8, 2026.She was born July 17, 1940, to the late Robert and Ruby (Geiger) Ahart in Council Bluffs, IA. Alyce graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1958. She retired from Tretiak's and was a member of New Horizon...

Zelda Irene Gutha

Zelda Irene Gutha

Aug 8, 2026

Zelda Irene Burton Gutha, a woman of deep faith, remarkable resilience, and generous spirit, passed away on August 8,2026, at the age of 92 surrounded by loving family at her home in Council Bluffs, IA.

Zelda was born on October 21, 1933, in Bradford, Pennsylvania, during the difficult years of the Great Depression. She was the daughter of Lucy Bundy...

Shelley Ronk

Shelley Ronk

Aug 7, 2026

Shelley Ann Ronk, born on December 27, 1969, in Council Bluffs, IA, passed away peacefully at home on August 7, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her departure leaves a profound void in the hearts of all who knew her, yet her legacy of love and kindness will forever illuminate the lives she touched.

She was preceded in...

Connie R Meyers

Connie R Meyers

Aug 7, 2026

Connie R. Meyers, age 81, passed away at Methodist Hospital on August 7, 2026.She was born March 27, 1945, to the late John and Ella Mae (Smith) Points in Council Bluffs, IA. Connie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1963.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Garry Meyers; sisters, Sharon...

Max McDaniel

Max McDaniel

Aug 7, 2026

Max McDaniel, age 66, a beloved husband, father, grandfather (Poppy), brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Although cancer took his strength, it could never take away the love, laughter, and memories he gave to the people around him.

Max was a man who loved his family deeply and took...

Richard John Tichy

Richard John Tichy

Aug 5, 2026

Richard J. "Rick" Tichy, age 70, passed away peacefully at his home on August 5, 2026.He was born April 30, 1956, to the late Willard and Elizabeth (Demerath) Tichy in Creighton, NE. Rick worked at Skarda for a number of years before founding his own RADON Mitigation and Home Inspection Business. In 2008, he and his late wife, Cathy opened...

Roberta Lee Dague

Roberta Lee Dague

Aug 4, 2026

Roberta (Bobbe) Lee Dague, age 80, passed away at Methodist Jennie Edmundson hospital on August 4, 2026.She was born April 3, 1946 to the late William and Arlene Dague in Des Moines, IA. Bobbe graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs, IA with the class of 1964. She continued her education at Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville,...

Earnest Nelson

Earnest Nelson

Aug 3, 2026

Earnest Lee Nelson was born May 2, 1940, in (Stacy) Turrell, Arkansas. He was the oldest of nine siblings, born to Jimmie Lee and Alberta Nelson.

Earnest attended school at Stacy and later went to William R. Golden School in Turrell, Arkansas. After leaving school he left Turrell and moved to Blytheville, Arkansas where he lived with his Aunt Rosie....

Robert Dean Barr

Robert Dean Barr

Aug 3, 2026

Robert Dean Barr, age 90, passed away at Midlands Living Center on August 3, 2026. He was born March 27, 1936, to the late Dwight and Edna (Smith) Barr in Dexter, IA. Robert graduated from Dexter High School and then proudly served his country in the United States Army. He retired from house of Mufflers and Brakes. Robert enjoyed square...

Ron L. Canfield

Ron L. Canfield

Aug 2, 2026

Ron L. Canfield, age 77, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away at home on August 2, 2026.He was born in Waterloo, Iowa to Marshall and Ruby (Brenizer) Canfield. Ron graduated from Orange High School and received his Bachelor's Degree from Iowa State University in 1970. He married Francine Sheffield on August 6, 1971 in Clarion, Iowa. Ron's career in old...

Wayne Wood

Wayne Wood

Aug 1, 2026

Wayne O. Wood, age 86, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026.He was born September 15, 1939, to Orville and Mildred Wood in Bedford, IA. Wayne graduated from New Market High School and then proudly served his country in the United States Army. Wayne worked for Braniff Airlines for over 25 years and then finished his career with the Pottawattamie...

Thomas Lloyd Pester

Thomas Lloyd Pester

Jul 31, 2026

Thomas "Tom" Pester, age 85, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2026.He was born on February 16, 1941, to the late Robert and Pearl (Miller) Pester.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janice (Hoffard) Pester; son, Tommy Pester; foster son, Dale Potter; siblings, Robert (Roseanne) Pester, Jim (Lois) Pester, Eddie (Carol) Pester; and Polly...

Kristi Lynn Koopmeiners

Kristi Lynn Koopmeiners

Jul 30, 2026

Kristi Lynn Koopmeiners, age 61, passed away at Nebraska Medicine on July 30, 2026.She was born July 9, 1965, to the late Conrad and Velva (Satterly) Campbell in Council Bluffs, IA. Kristi graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1983 and was a member of Saint John Lutheran Church.Kristi was an avid bingo player and she loved going...

Mark Alan Gwennap

Mark Alan Gwennap

Jul 28, 2026

Mark Alan Gwennap, 61, passed away on July 28, 2026. He was born on September 16, 1964.

Mark was a proud graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Class of 1983.

He worked as a truck driver most of his life. He loved hunting, fishing and farming.

Mark also had a talent for fixing anything with a small engine.

Mark was always willing to lend...

Joshua Mark Fleischer

Joshua Mark Fleischer

Jul 28, 2026

Celebration of LifePlease join us as we celebrate the life of Joshua Mark Fleischer and honor the memories, laughter, and love he shared with so many.Thursday, August 13, 2026, from 4:00-7:00 pmCouncil Bluffs Country Club4500 Piute StreetCouncil Bluffs, IA 51501Celebration4:00 PMReception5:00–7:00 PMFollowing the celebration, family and friends are invited to stay for an open house reception. Light appetizers will be...

Joy Ilene Shannon

Joy Ilene Shannon

Jul 27, 2026

Joy Ilene McDivitt Shannon, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Sylvia McDivitt Lehner; sister, Ida "Mickey" Henry; and husband, Lloyd Shannon.

She is survived by her children, Paula (Jim) Nock, Cheryl (Steve) Crandell, Denise Hoag, Christine (Jim) Bever; stepdaughter, Colleen (Gary) Barker; son-in-law, Jim...

Tammy Jo Duhachek

Tammy Jo Duhachek

Jul 26, 2026

Tammy Jo Duhachek, age 63, passed away at Nebraska Medicine on July 26, 2026 after a brave fight with cancer.

She was born February 11, 1963 to Kenneth and Delores (Johnson) Mauer in Council Bluffs, IA. Tammy graduated from Tri-Center High School with the class of 1981 and earned a bachelor's degree from Iowa State University in Apparel Design /...

Robin Jo Brierly

Robin Jo Brierly

Jul 26, 2026

Robin Jo (Brittain) Brierly, age 65, of Carson, IA passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026 at home, surrounded by her loved ones.Robin was born on October 28, 1960 in San Bernardino, CA to the late Dwight and Phyllis (Graves) Brittain. She was one of 15 kids. Robin moved to Iowa in the 1980's where she stayed to raise her...

James LeRoy Knott

James LeRoy Knott

Jul 25, 2026

James L. Knott, M.D., age 100, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center on July 25, 2026.He was born June 21, 1926, to the late Roy and Lillian (Peterson) Knott in Council Bluffs, IA. Dr. Knott graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and Creighton Medical School. Dr. Knott proudly served his country in the United States Navy, as a Corpsman...