Daniel Hawkins
Aug 18, 2025
Daniel E. Hawkins, Age 79, passed away on August 18, 2025.
He was born January 26, 1946 to the late Walter J. and Helen A. (Lee) Hawkins in Omaha, NE. Daniel worked for the City of Omaha and proudly served his country in the United States Army and Army Reserves. He was a member of the Carter Lake Volunteer Fire...
Claude Brown
Aug 18, 2025
Claude W. "Sonny" Brown, age 82, passed away at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital on August 18, 2025. He was born June 2, 1943 to Claude and Myrtle (Butts) Brown in Council Bluffs, IA. Claude retired from Omaha Standard as a welder.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sons, Michael Brown and James Brown; sisters, Luella,...
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,...
Marvin Wilson
Aug 16, 2025
Marvin J. Wilson, age 76, passed away peacefully at his home on August 16, 2025.
He was born August 7, 1949, to the late Marvin and Juanita (Mac Lane) Wilson in Omaha, NE. Marvin retired from Certified Transmission. Marvin was well known in the area for his eclectic collection of funeral related items and usually drove a classic hearse. He was...
Robert Wege
Aug 16, 2025
Robert E. Wege, age 95, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025, at Memorial Community Care in Aurora, Nebraska.
He was born on October 21, 1929, in Norfolk, Nebraska, to the late William and Edna (Ferris) Wege. He was baptized and confirmed in Norfolk and graduated from Norfolk High School in 1947.
On July 25, 1948, Robert was united in marriage to...
Janet Riche
Aug 15, 2025
Janet A. Riche, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home on August 15, 2025.
She was born February 5, 1941, in Jacksonville, IL. Janet retired from Iowa School for the Deaf and was a member of the Refuge Church. She had a lifelong love for showing horses.
Janet was preceded in death by her brother, Warren Roach; nephew, Michael...
Donald Sorensen
Aug 15, 2025
Donald G. Sorensen, age 94, passed away peacefully at his home on August 15, 2025.
He was born December 1, 1930, to the late Jens and Nina (Lansman) Sorensen in Exira, IA. Don proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a lifelong farmer as well as being involved in other business ventures....
Richard Osborne
Aug 12, 2025
R. Gary Osborne was born to Jack and Violet Osborne 6/12/1941 in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
He graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1960. While in high school, he was a member of the R.O.T.C. program.
Gary drove semi-truck and was a Teamster for over 30 years with Hinky Dinky, Super Valu, and Foodliner. He and his wife, Joyce owned the Rolling...
Ronald Funkhauser
Aug 11, 2025
Ronald "Doc" Funkhauser, born January 3, 1936, passed away peacefully at home on August 11, 2025 at the age of 89, following a long illness. His passing was sudden but serene-just as we would have hoped. While we deeply mourn his loss, we take comfort in knowing he is no longer in pain or struggle.
Ron was born and raised...
Francis Henry Neff
Aug 10, 2025
Francis Henry Neff, 80, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, in Sanford, Florida. Born on August 16, 1944, in Davenport, Iowa, he lived a life marked by unwavering faith, devoted service, and deep love for his family and community.
Henry graduated from high school in Albia, Iowa, before pursuing his calling in ministry. He earned his Bachelor of Ministry degree...
Brian Rommel
Aug 10, 2025
Brian A. Rommel, age 60, passed away on August 10, 2025.
He was born July 7, 1965, to Russel and Marilyn (Richardson) Rommel in Davenport, IA. Brian graduated from Davenport West High School with the class of 1983 and then earned a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Ambrose University. Brian worked at J.C. Penney from 1987 to 2005, and spent the last...
Ilene Bechtold
Aug 9, 2025
Ilene J. Bechtold, age 76, passed away on August 9, 2025.
She was born December 22, 1948, to the late Maxwell and Eleanor (Mier) Taylor in White Cloud, KS.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sondra Plunkett; brother, Fred Taylor.
Ilene is survived by her children, Rodney Pogge, Paula Pogge, and Jeri Fletcher (Ron); brother-in-law, George...
Judy Gouldsmith
Aug 8, 2025
Judy A Gouldsmith, age 69, passed away peacefully at Josie Harper Hospice House August 8, 2025.
She was born June 5, 1956, to the late Joseph Gouldsmith and Joan (Martis) Gouldsmith in Omaha, NE. Judy graduated from Abraham Lincoln with the class of 1974 and then earned a degree from North Central Bible School. She retired from Metro Community College...
Robert J. "Rob" Hemmingsen II
Aug 6, 2025
Robert John Hemmingsen II, age 70, passed away at Methodist Hospital in Omaha on August 6, 2025.
"If there ever was a man who could take on any challenge..."
He was born October 17, 1954 to Robert J. I and Lois (Marisch) Hemmingsen in Primrose, NE.
He was preceded in death by father, Robert John Hemmingsen I; step-father "Dad", Jess Goss.
Rob is survived...
Mark Bothwell
Aug 6, 2025
Mark Bothwell, age 47, passed away on August 6, 2025. He was born December 4, 1977, to John and Terri (Malone) Bothwell in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Mark grew up in the Boyer Valley area and graduated from Boyer Valley High School in 1997. That same year, in November, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he was...
Luther Henson
Aug 5, 2025
Luther Henson, age 89, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was born November 13, 1935, to Albert and Alta (Lawhorn) Henson.
Luther grew up on the Lake of the Ozarks, where he discovered his lifelong love for fishing and boating. He proudly served four years in the U.S. Air Force as a Russian language specialist before dedicating much...
Shirley Jenkins
Aug 5, 2025
Shirley Jenkins, age 85, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center August 5, 2025. She was born December 6, 1939 to Ernest and Dora (Gray) Steward in Onawa, IA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by spouse, Russell Jenkins; son, Tony Jenkins; son-in-law, Dale Marsh; brother, Bernard Steward; sister, Delores Blake.
Shirley is survived by her children, Carol...
Michelle Swanson
Aug 3, 2025
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 With sadness, love, and profound gratitude, the family of Michelle Yvonne (Edie) Swanson announces her passing on August 3, 2025, at the age of 49.
Michelle was born on August 13, 1975, to Michael and Debra Edie of Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Michelle lived...
Helen Herren
Aug 1, 2025
Helen Mary Herren, age 86, passed away peacefully at Gracewell Nursing Home in Denison, Iowa on August 1, 2025.
She was born September 19, 1938 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Emil and Ethel (Pope) Knickman. Helen graduated from Silver City, IA high school. She received her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Northern Iowa and her Master's Degree at...
John Nelson
Aug 1, 2025
John L. Nelson, age 70, passed away at his home on August 1, 2025.
He was born December 14, 1954, to the late Raymond Nelson and Pauline (Unmack) Peacock in Council Bluffs, IA. John was a self employed carpenter.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Karen Loden.
John is survived by his daughter,...
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