Obituaries

Uphema "Kay" Kaiser

Feb 7, 2024

Uphema "Kay" Kaiser, 82, passed on to her heavenly home on February 7th, 2024. Kay was born to her parents, Laura Stevens Stucker Thompson and James Stucker on May 30th, 1941 in Oakland, Iowa. Since the age of one, Kay made her home in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She purchased her home in 1984, where she lived with her husband Leo...

Judy Spencer

Feb 7, 2024

Judy K. Spencer, age 78, passed away peacefully at her home on February 7, 2024.

She was born July 28, 1945, to the late Richard and Mary (Sullivan) McGee in Salem, Oregon. Judy was a longtime daycare provider. She was known for keeping a meticulous house and lawn. She particularly loved her flowers. Judy was a member of...

Mary Frank

Feb 5, 2024

Mary Frank, age 77, passed away February 5, 2024. She was born April 19, 1946 to Antone and Eva (Wright) Arrick in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Alonzo Johnson.

Mary is survived by her children, Todd (Tammy) Frank, Tina Christensen, Jody Johnson; sisters, Joyce Schmidt, Barbara (Fred) Schmidt, Bonnie (Dave) Sorenson,...

Allan Bentz

Feb 3, 2024

Allan Dee Bentz , age 87, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away suddenly on February 3, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Carole; his daughters, Lori Bateson (spouse Christopher), and Michelle Wilcox (spouse Robert); brothers Ed and Jeff, both of California; granddaughter, Angeline Wilcox of Florida; mother-in-law Regina Johnson; and many other loving family members...

Trinity Jedlicka

Jan 31, 2024

Trinity Jedlicka, age 68, passed away on January 31, 2024.

She was born in Omaha, Nebraska on October 28, 1955 to Julius Deslee and Charlotte (Zuroske) Holck. She married John Jedlicka on December 24, 1973.

Trinity is survived by husband, John Jedlicka; mother, Charlotte Holck; sons, John (Bridget) Jedlicka, Nick (Penny) Jedlicka, Doug Jedlicka; granddaughters, Kailey Rochholz, Charlotte...

Jeffry Nelson

Jan 30, 2024

Jeffry "Jeff" Lynn Nelson, age 59, passed away January 30, 2024 at his home in Underwood, IA.

He was born May 14, 1964 to the late Dennis D. Nelson and Shirley M. (Baker) Potter. Jeff graduated from Tri-Center High School in Neola, with the Class of 1982. Jeff married Ronda Reese on February 14, 1984 at The Little Brown...

Marilyn Swotek

Jan 29, 2024

Marilyn Jane Swotek passed peacefully into the Lord's arms on January 29, 2024. She was born in Sioux City, Iowa on April 1, 1939.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her beloved son, John Paul Grgurich.

She is survived by her four daughters; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Marilyn will be cherished and remembered by all who knew her for her kindness, integrity,...

Brian Letner

Jan 26, 2024

Brian F. Letner of Underwood, Iowa passed away January 26, 2024 in Branson, Missouri following a brief illness. Brian graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in Council Bluffs, with the Class of 1955. After graduation, Brian spent time in Korea, serving his country in the U.S. Army.

Upon his return to the States, after various jobs, such as pouring concrete...

Darrell Klein

Jan 26, 2024

Darrell A. Klein, age 81, of Council Bluffs, passed away peacefully Friday, January 26th at the Hansen House Memory Care Residence in Council Bluffs.

Darrell was born at home to the late Joseph and Mary Ann (Schmitz) Klein on September 4, 1942, on the family farm near Defiance, Iowa. He graduated from Panama High School with the class of...

Robert Herman

Jan 26, 2024

Robert "Bob" Herman, age 60, passed away January 26, 2024. He was born October 12, 1963 to Charles and Helen (Pauley) Herman in Missouri Valley, Iowa. Born as the fifth child amongst nine brothers and sisters, Bob valued the bond of his large family. He shared many stories to all who knew him about his experiences and escapades growing up...

Chris Rochleau

Jan 26, 2024

Chris Eugene Rochleau, age 49, passed away peacefully at his home on January 26, 2024, after a long hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born on June 24, 1974, to Larry and Shirley (Becker) Rochleau in Humboldt, IA. Chris was the second of four children. He was raised in Algona, IA, and his family eventually moved out to the acreage...

David McCormick

Jan 24, 2024

David I. McCormick, age 40, passed away on January 24, 2024.

He was born March 5, 1983, to Jack and Debra (Boswell) McCormick in Council Bluffs, IA.

David was preceded in death by his father, Jack McCormick; son, Cameron McCormick; and father-in-law, Rick McCabe.

David is survived by his wife, Mallory McCormick; mother, Debra Brewer; children, Gage McCabe, Tyson McCormick, and Khloe McCormick;...

Reva Edie

Jan 24, 2024

Reva Edie, age 69, passed away January 24, 2024. She was born May 23, 1954 to Gene and Shirley (Polly) Burkhart in Ohio.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Liam Stokes.

Reva is survived by her husband, Burl; children, Tony Johnston, Amy (Terry) Miller; Richard (Megan) Stokes, Jeffrey (Michaela) Stokes; several...

Dustin Sinnott

Jan 23, 2024

Dustin Michael Sinnott, age 30, passed away January 23, 2024.

He was born June 2, 1993 to James and Melissa (Reilly) Sinnott Jr. in Omaha, NE.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Dustin is survived by his father, James (Kristina Smith) Sinnott Jr.; mother, Melissa Sinnott; siblings, Brandon (Skye) Sinnott, Mariah Sinnott, and Devin Sinnott; nieces, Allainah, Aubree, Reilly, and Miya;...

Doris Jensen

Jan 23, 2024

Doris Ann Jensen, age 88, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2024 at Bethany Lutheran Nursing Home.

She was born to the late Clem and Sedona (Hoffmann) Honz on October 15, 1935 in Panama, Iowa. Doris worked at Bergan Mercy Hospital as a CNA for many years. She also volunteered at Mercy Hospital in Council Bluffs.

In addition to her parents, she...

Betty Joslin

Jan 23, 2024

Betty Joslin, age 88, passed away January 23, 2024. She was born May 13, 1935 to John and Elizabeth Underwood on a farm near Neola, IA. Betty grew up in a home with no indoor toilet or running water, but Betty didn't feel deprived. She had her own horse, Queenie- she had many cherished memories of the horse Queenie. Betty...

Gloria Johnson

Jan 23, 2024

Gloria J. Johnson, age 90, passed away peacefully at her son's home on January 23, 2024.

She was born March 30, 1933, to the late Fred and Laveta (Snipes) Christensen Sr. in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Verlyn Johnson Sr.; son, Verlyn Johnson Jr.; sister, Virginia Bergman; brothers, Fred Christensen Jr....

Karen Markussen

Jan 23, 2024

Karen E. Markussen, age 90, passed away peacefully at Rose Vista Nursing Home January 23, 2024.

She was born October 27, 1933, the late Richard and Elizabeth (Morris) Markussen. Karen attended Thomas Jefferson High School. She started her banking career with City National and retired from State Bank and Trust. She loved to craft, especially knitting and crocheting. Karen enjoyed her...

Lenna Fredericksen

Jan 22, 2024

Lenna Leora (Davis) Fredericksen, age 84 years, 2 months and 29 days, of Missouri Valley, passed away with family by her side.

Lenna was born on October 23, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Ernest and Wilda (Stogdill) Davis. Lenna was the oldest of seven children; She grew up in Chicago and Ellington, Missouri. Lenna married Curtis "Lee" Farmer in...

Brenda Dargin

Jan 21, 2024

Brenda Lynne Dargin was born January 12, 1962 in Denver, CO, the daughter of Fredrick Houston and Lois Mae (Thompson) Wilmon. The family lived in CA, CO and finally Tahlequah, Oklahoma area. She was raised with her two brothers, Mike and James and her two sisters, Shelly and Darla. Brenda loved her family, and her grandchildren could do no wrong...