Obituaries

Latecia J. Fox

Latecia J. Fox

Jan 24, 2015

Latecia J. Fox, age 24, of Omaha, Nebraska passed away January 24, 2015. She was born in Omaha, Nebraska on July 25, 1990. She was preceded in death by her father, Larry Wayne Craigmiles Jr.; and her grandfathers: Leon Hightower and Alonzo Littlejohn. Latecia is survived by her parents Clarice & William Jackson; birth mother, Felicia Fox; siblings, Latoya Flowers,...

Dennis E. Michael

Dennis E. Michael

Jan 22, 2015

Dennis E. Michael, age 74, of Council Bluffs passed away January 22, 2015 after a prolonged illness. Along with his parents, Harry and Jean (Jackson) Michael, he was preceded in death by sister, Mary Michael. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Beverly Michael; son, Robert (Laurie) Michael; daughter, Jennifer Michael; grandchildren: Jessica (Craig), Tiffany, Sara, and Josh;...

Sandra Ann Koehn

Sandra Ann Koehn

Jan 22, 2015

Sandra Ann Koehn, age 65, of Council Bluffs went home to be with the Lord on January 22, 2015. Sandra was born in Council Bluffs on January 20, 1950. She was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Koehn and brother, Ronald M. Thomas. Sandra is survived by her daughters, Sally May (Mark) and Virginia Koehn; parents, Richard M....

Charles R. Evans

Charles R. Evans

Jan 21, 2015

Charles R. Evans, age 60, of Honey Creek, Iowa passed away January 21, 2015 at the Nebraska Medical Center. He was born in Omaha on August 17, 1954 to the late James and Mary Evans. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Charles retired as a self-employed mason. In addition to his parents he was preceded...

Denise Shelly Rodenburg

Denise Shelly Rodenburg

Jan 21, 2015

Denise Shelly Rodenburg, age 50, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away January 21, 2015. She was born April 12, 1964 to the late Lyle A. Rodenburg and Ruth Marie Fitch. She was a 1982 graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School and a member of First Christian Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother,...

Victor J. Harrod

Victor J. Harrod

Jan 20, 2015

Victor James Harrod departed this life on January 20, 2015, at the age of 80 years, 2 months, and 2 days at the Magnolia Regional Hospital in Corinth, MS. He was born on November 18, 1934, son to the late Victor Lee and Lydia Margaret Biggert Harrod. He was united in marriage to Carol A. Leigh on August 7, 1982,...

Martino T. Rocha

Martino T. Rocha

Jan 19, 2015

Martino T. Rocha, age 67, of Council Bluffs passed away January 19, 2015 at CHI Mercy Hospital. He was born in Council Bluffs on September 16, 1947 to the late Liberty and Gladys (Umble) Rocha. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Carlos Rocha and Marcy Rocha. Martino is survived by his wife, Betty...

Johnnie Leroy Foote

Johnnie Leroy Foote

Jan 19, 2015

Johnnie LeRoy Foote, age 81, of Nevada, Missouri passed away January 19, 2015. He was born May 5, 1933 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Basil & Blanche (Buffon) Foote. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Jean Foote; brothers, Walt Foote and Basil Foote, Jr.; sister, May Pavich and stepfather, Seymour Hathaway....

Michael L. Baker

Michael L. Baker

Jan 18, 2015

Michael L. Baker, age 61, passed away January 18, 2015. He was born in Red Oak, Iowa on February 22, 1953 to the late Robert and Norma (Smith) Baker. He had worked several years for ConAgra Foods, Council Bluffs. Michael is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Jeremy and Kara Baker; daughters, Angela Stock and Nicole Baker; the childrens mother,...

Terry L. Troutner

Terry L. Troutner

Jan 18, 2015

Terry L. Troutner Sr., age 67, of Hancock, Iowa passed away at his home on January 18, 2015. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska on April 12, 1947 to the late Lou and Hope (Booker) Troutner. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. and was a co-founder of Lighthouse AA. In addition to his parents he...

Collin J. Schulze

Collin J. Schulze

Jan 15, 2015

Collin J. Schulze, age 17, of Council Bluffs passed away January 15, 2015. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska on January 10, 1998 to Jarrett and Sheerie Schulze. Collin was a junior at Abraham Lincoln High School. Collin was preceded in death by his grandfather, Roy Schulze. Collin is survived by his parents, Jarrett and Sheerie Schulze; brother, Eric Randolph;...

Wanda Jean Richards-Strong

Wanda Jean Richards-Strong

Jan 13, 2015

Wanda Jean Richards-Strong, 52, of Davenport, passed away Tuesday, January 13, 2015 at St Mary Healthcare and Rehab Center in Davenport. Wanda was born September 19, 1962 in St. Louis, MO. She was a wonderful mother who loved spending time with her family; her grandchildren were her whole world. She had a passion for cooking and cooking for her family...

David W. Fell

David W. Fell

Jan 13, 2015

David W. Fell, age 73, of Crescent, Iowa passed away January 13, 2015 at Golden Living Center in Omaha, Nebraska. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Diana Fell; sons: David (Melissa) Fell and Dwain (Amanda) Fell; daughter, Deniece Hendrix; and 7 grandchildren. It was Davids wish to be cremated with no services. Memorials may be directed to...

Donald L. Ahart

Donald L. Ahart

Jan 12, 2015

Donald L. Ahart, age 82, of Neola, Iowa passed away January 12, 2015 at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. He was born in Council Bluffs on March 26, 1932 to the late Robert and Ruby (Geiger) Ahart. He retired from OPPD. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Donald Ahart; brother, Robert Ahart. Donald is...

Lorna L. Beckwith

Lorna L. Beckwith

Jan 11, 2015

Lorna L Beckwith, age 59 of Council Bluffs died Sunday, January 11, 2015 at Immanuel Medical Center in Omaha, Lorna Lee Beckwith, the daughter of George and Betty (Foster) Beckwith was born on October 27, 1955 in Council Bluffs, IA and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1973. She was a homemaker and lifelong resident of Council Bluffs. She...

Jolene L. Main

Jolene L. Main

Jan 10, 2015

Jolene L. Main, age 53, of Council Bluffs passed away January 10, 2015 at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. She was born in Council Bluffs on February 9, 1961 to Clarence and Helen (Oglevie) Mattox. Jolene worked in the activities department at Risen Son Christian Village. Jolene was preceded in death by her sisters, Maureen Thomsen and Marlene Olsen; brother, Bill...

Dee G. Darveaux

Dee G. Darveaux

Jan 9, 2015

Dee G. Darveaux, age 78, of Carter Lake, Iowa passed away January 9, 2015. She was born near Jefferson City, Missouri on November 25, 1936. Dee was a member of Corpus Christi Our Lady of Carter Lake Catholic Church and the Carter Lake Volunteer Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary. Dee is survived by her husband of 59 years, Gerard Tyke Darveaux;...

Ethel Torneten

Ethel Torneten

Jan 8, 2015

Ethel Torneten, age 102, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away January 8, 2015 at Bethany Lutheran Home. She was born in the Hazel Dell Township on June 16, 1912 to the late Andrew and Karen (Hansen) Larson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Torneten; 2 brothers and 6 sisters. Ethel is survived...

Cheryl A. Wilson

Cheryl A. Wilson

Jan 8, 2015

Cheryl A. Wilson, age 53, of Council Bluffs passed away January 8, 2015 at CHI Mercy Hospital. She was born in Council Bluffs on March 19, 1961 to the late Clifford and Barbara (Richwine) Lovelady. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Steve Lovelady. Cheryl is survived by her husband, Robert Wilson; daughters, Kristina...

Kay F. Biddenstadt

Kay F. Biddenstadt

Jan 7, 2015

Kay F. Biddenstadt, age 77, of Council Bluffs passed away January 7, 2015 at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital. She was born in Austin, Minnesota on February 10, 1937 to the late Joseph & Alice (Seamon) Albright. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Bird Biddenstadt; son Joseph Biddenstadt. Kay is survived by her daughter,...