Lee Dinklage
Dec 16, 2025
Lee Dinklage (76), beloved husband, father, and grandpa died on December 16, 2025 after a life dedicated to family, service, and having a good laugh. Lee was born in West Point, Neb. during the Great Blizzard of 1949 on January 23, 1949, to Harold and Gladys (Meyer) Dinklage. The youngest of four, Lee's earliest days were spent on the farm...
Larry Rief
Jan 1, 2026
Larry L. Rief, age 79, passed away at his home on January 1, 2026. He was born May 20, 1946, to the late Robert and Martha (Patience) Rief in Council Bluffs, IA. Larry graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and retired from Ready Mixed Concrete. He was a member of Hazel Dell United Methodist Church.
In addition to his parents,...
Daniel Hiller
Dec 30, 2025
Daniel Lee Hiller, age 50, passed away at his home on December 30, 2025.He was born April 14, 1975 to David and Lana (Goon) Hiller in Blair, NE. Daniel graduated from Blair High School and had last worked at Harrah's as an auditor.
He was preceded in death by father, David Hiller; brother, James Hiller; grandparents, Marylou Goon and Gahlon...
Bud Vosler
Dec 29, 2025
Buddy "Bud" R. Vosler, 85, of Mesa, Arizona, passed away on December 29, 2025. Bud was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on April 15, 1940, he graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School. He was a longtime member of First Christian Church. He served in the U.S. Navy and was employed with Meyer Funeral Home and the Farm Service Company of...
Kathleen Novak
Dec 28, 2025
Kathleen Novak, age 73, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2025. She was born on May 12, 1952, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, to William and Winifred (Hopp) Kemmish.
Kathleen spent many years working at H&R Block, where she was known for her dedication and friendly nature. Outside of work, she found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved attending...
Billie Behrens
Dec 26, 2025
Billie Jo Behrens, age 45, passed away peacefully at Methodist Hospital December 26, 2025.She was born July 15, 1980 to Gerald and Rose (Ross) Dixon in Omaha, NE.
She was preceded in death by mother, Rose Dixon; grandparents John & Rosanne Ross; nephew, Nikolas Sorick; grandfathers, Murl Lewis and William "Bill" Dixon; aunts, Debra Dixon, Pattye Dixon-Boner; uncle, William "Bill" Dixon;...
Jerome Zimmerman
Dec 25, 2025
Jerome V. Zimmerman "Jerry", was born April 11, 1936, on a farm North of Westphalia, IA. He was the 11th of 14 children born to Frank and Celia Zimmerman. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Boniface Catholic Church, and went to St. Boniface Catholic School, graduation with the class of 1954.
Jerry worked on the family farm for 2 years,...
Shirley Witt
Dec 25, 2025
Shirley M. Witt, age 90, passed away peacefully at Bethany Heights on December 25, 2025. She was born November 17, 1935, to the late Fred and Vera (Driver) George in Council Bluffs, IA. Shirley attended Beebeetown High School and graduated from Missouri Valley High School.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin Witt;...
Francis J. “Frank” and Margaret J. “Margie” Trouba
Dec 24, 2025
Francis J. “Frank” Trouba, age 92, passed away December 22, 2025.
Margaret J. “Margie” Trouba, age 93, passed away November 7, 2025.
On a warm February day in 1954, Margie McNally and Frank Trouba were wed at St. Peter’s church in Council Bluffs, Iowa, beginning a life together that would endure for 71 years. In the winter of 2025, Margie and Frank...
Patricia Nemecek
Dec 23, 2025
Patricia K. Nemecek, age 82, passed away at CHI Health Mercy Hospital on December 23, 2025. She was born June 25, 1943 to Harold and Arlene (Galbreath) Borwick.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Borwick.
Patricia is survived by her husband of 54 years, Edward Nemecek; daughters and sons-in-law, Kimberly & Joe...
Lavonne Herman
Dec 21, 2025
Lavonne "Bonnie" Herman, age 95, passed away December 21, 2025. She was born August 2, 1930 to Harvey and Charlotte (Fisk) Damon in Council Bluffs, IA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Herman; her first husband, Donald Miller; son, Donald Miller; daughters, Dianne Bass, Sherril (Richard) Brown; grandsons, Donald Miller II and Eric...
Sandra "Sandy" Story
Dec 21, 2025
Sandra Story, age 77, passed away December 21, 2025. She was born September 24, 1948 to Clifford and Norma (Cook) Hartenhoff in Council Bluffs, IA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandparents, Ralph and Leona Hartenhoff and Loyd and Edith Cook.
Sandy is survived by her husband, Shawn Story; daughter, Angela Flood; step daughter,...
Merwyn Pierson
Dec 20, 2025
Merwyn Pierson, age 90, passed away December 20, 2025. He was born September 3, 1935 to Roy and Cleta (Mallory) Pierson in Council Bluffs, IA.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Delores (Dale) Kunze; and his son, Randy Pierson.
Merwyn is survived by his wife, Elizabeth "Betty" Pierson; children, Mike Pierson, Mark Pierson (Pam), Theresa...
Helen Hovinga
Dec 18, 2025
Helen J. Hovinga, age 89, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on December 18, 2025. She was born November 23, 1936, to the late Robert and Wylma Case in Marshalltown, IA. Helen graduated from Iowa School for the Deaf and retired from Pendleton Woolen Mills.
Mom lost her hearing at a very young age due to an illness. Recognizing the need...
Howard Sales
Dec 17, 2025
Howard C. Sales Jr., affectionately known as Sonny, left us while surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Council Bluffs to Howard C. Sales Sr. and Bonnie (Fichter) Sales on October 9, 1947.
After graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School, he joined the United States Navy and was deployed to the Vietnam conflict, where his ship was attacked. He...
Chance Way
Dec 16, 2025
Chance Douglas Way was born on December 16, 2025, to his loving parents, Laura and Jeremy Way, and peacefully passed away on the same day, wrapped in love and surrounded by those who cherished him deeply. Though his time on earth was brief, his presence forever changed the hearts of his family.
He is lovingly survived by his parents, Laura and...
Craig Suden
Dec 14, 2025
Craig A. Suden, age 66, passed away peacefully at his home on December 14, 2025.
He was born April 15, 1959, to the late Melvin and Anne (Culjat) Suden in Council Bluffs, IA. Craig attended Saint Albert High School. He spent the first half of his working career as a house framer with his brother, Tom. He spent the second half...
Holley Duncan
Dec 13, 2025
Holley J. Duncan was a remarkable woman whose life was defined by love, faith, creativity, and an open heart. She entered eternal peace on December 13, 2025, surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to flourish in every life she touched.
Born on December 21, 1964, Holley lived with intention and warmth, creating beauty wherever she went. She...
Robert Hargis
Dec 12, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bob Hargis, age 89, on December 12, 2025. He passed while surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Macedonia, Iowa, on February 3, 1936, to Alva V. Hargis and Mae Ruth (Johnson) Hargis.
Bob was united in marriage on February 3, 1956 to Jackie Jo Schuler and together they...
James Richter
Dec 10, 2025
James D. Richter, known affectionately as Jim to all who cherished him, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska while taking a nap. Born on August 19, 1935, in Nebraska, Jim's life was a testament to ingenuity, exploration, and unwavering commitment to those he held dear.
On December 27, 1953, Jim married his lifelong partner, Jean J. Stribling,...
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