Obituaries

Mary Elder

Mar 31, 2024

Mary Beth (Watts) Elder, 70, of Glenwood IA (formerly of Slater MO), passed away on March 31, 2024 in Omaha NE. She was born on November 28, 1953, in Marshall MO, to the late Mary Jane (Schaefer) Watts and Harvey Major Watts Jr.

Mary had a fulfilling career as an accountant, working with Arthur Andersen LLP, serving as the Saline County...

Connie Gilliland

Mar 30, 2024

Connie J. Gilliland, age 72, passed away peacefully at Northcrest Living Center on March 30, 2024.

She was born May 28, 1951, to the late Raymond and Carol (West) Gilliland in Iowa City, IA. Connie retired from American National Bank and was a member of First Christian Church.



In addition to her parents, she was preceded in...

Becky Stephens

Mar 29, 2024

Becky J. Stephens, age 67, passed away in Missouri Valley on March 29, 2024. 

She was born in Omaha on March 7, 1957, to Marion and Betty Hardisty. She was the middle child, with older sisters Kathy and Roxanne, and younger sister Christine and brother Marion Jr. They lived in Manawa before moving to a farmhouse near Missouri Valley.

Her marriage to...

Linda Johnson

Mar 29, 2024

Linda C. Johnson, age 73, passed away on March 29, 2024.

She was born April 18, 1950, to the late Donald and Eunice (Williams) Sturm in Council Bluffs, IA. Linda graduated from Missouri Valley High School with the class of 1968.

After high school Linda was married to the love of her life, Gary, on August 23, 1968. Gary and Linda lived...

Douglas Thompson

Mar 28, 2024

Douglas A. Thompson, age 85, passed away March 28, 2024. He was born July 27, 1938 to Melvin and Bessie (Kohl) Thompson in Mount Vernon, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by spouse, Karen Thompson; sister, Alice Johns; grandchild, Andrew Smith; and great grandchild, Jackson Rabe.

Douglas is survived by son, Ken (Kit) Thompson; daughters, Kim (John)...

Clarence Hall Jr.

Mar 28, 2024

Clarence Hall Jr., age 89, passed away March 28, 2024. He was born July 4, 1934 to Clarence and Edith Hall in Council Bluffs, IA. He worked at Council Bluffs Water Works for many years. He was proud of his nice yard but more proud to assist in raising three of his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Janis Dorner

Mar 28, 2024

Janis Dorner, age 94, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center March 28, 2024. She was born August 13, 1929 to August and Lorna (Mansperger) Dorner in Omaha, NE. Janis found joy in spending time with her beloved family, her faith in her church, and her love for animals. Her legacy of love and family will forever be cherished by...

Kevin Moran

Mar 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the death of Kevin Moran, age 67. Kevin passed away at home in Underwood, Iowa, on March 27, 2024.

Kevin was born on March 28, 1956, to Joe and Leona Moran. He grew up in Honey Creek, Iowa, and graduated from St. Albert High School. He graduated with his business degree from University of...

Barbara Matthews

Mar 27, 2024

Barbara Sue Wall Matthews was born to Eleanor Bryson and William Wall on September 23, 1942, in Council Bluffs, IA. She was the third of nine children and they lived on Woodbury Avenue, with the Hartley and VanEvery families as neighbors. Barb graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in Council Bluffs with the class of 1960 and helped her parents...

William Sage

Mar 26, 2024

William J. "Bill" Sage, age 90, passed away peacefully at Prairie Gate on March 26, 2024. He was born August 13, 1933, to the late Alexander and Gertrude (Reumping) Sage in Omaha, NE. Bill graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 1952 and then proudly served his country in the United States Coast Guard. He retired from...

Charles Anderson

Mar 24, 2024

Charles L. Anderson, age 80, passed away at his home March 24, 2024. He was born July 28, 1943 to the late Archie and Rosella (Rexroat) Anderson in Malvern, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Anderson; brothers, Robert Anderson and Archie Anderson; sisters, Sally Wright and Alice Winkelman.

Charles is survived by sons,...

Glenn Tyson

Mar 24, 2024

Glenn Tyson, age 80, passed away March 24, 2024. He was born November 11, 1943 in Plattsmouth, NE to the late Albert and Mary (Pittman) Tyson.

Open House to Celebrate his life will be held 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM on Saturday, March 30th, 2024 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (2303 Butler St, Council Bluffs,...

Celine Copeland

Mar 22, 2024

Celine T. Copeland, age 90, passed away with her family by her side at Fox Run on March 22, 2024.

She was born November 10, 1933, to the late Fred and Kathryn (Schulte) Kohles.



In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Billy A. Copeland; 12 siblings.



Celine is survived...

Kenneth Strohbehn

Mar 19, 2024

Kenneth A. Strohbehn, age 73, of Treynor, Iowa, passed away at CHI Mercy Hospital on March 19, 2024.

He was born November 9, 1950, to the late Leonard and Elsie (Schmidt) Strohbehn in Council Bluffs, IA. Kenneth graduated from Treynor High School and was lifelong farmer. Kenny had a deep love of all things AG. He took over the family farm...

Felix Garcia-Avalos

Mar 17, 2024

Felix Garcia-Avalos, age 72, passed away March 17, 2024. He was born October 18, 1951.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home on Thursday, March 21, 2024.

Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM at Corpus Christi Parish - Queen of Apostles Church on Friday, March 22, 2024. The family will direct memorials.

El...

Jennie Kannedy

Mar 17, 2024

Jennie M. Kannedy, age 87, passed away peacefully at Northcrest Living Center March 17, 2024. She was born November 18, 1936 to Francis and Charlotte (Bryson) Lewis in Council Bluffs, IA. Jennie graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1954 and retired from State Farm. She was a member of the Council Bluffs Optimist Club and Toastmasters.

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John Wheeler

Mar 16, 2024

Johnnie Lynn Wheeler

2/15/49 - 3/16/24

Johnnie Lynn Wheeler, 75, of Council Bluffs went home to be with Jesus on March 16, 2024.

John was born Feb. 15, 1949, to J.C. and Edith (Connor) Wheeler in Blytheville, Ark. He spent many of his younger years in Caruthersville, Mo., before moving to Council Bluffs. He attended Edison Jr....

Matthew Browning

Mar 16, 2024

Matthew E. "Boo" Browning, age 57, passed away March 16, 2024.

He was born April 3, 1966 to the late Merle and Ruth (O'Brien) Browning in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Janelle Browning.



Matthew is survived by his siblings, Cindy Gusman, Sandra (Bill) Smith,...

Susan Green

Mar 15, 2024

Susan Green, age 68, a lifelong resident of Council Bluffs, IA passed away peacefully March 15, 2024. She was born May 24, 1955 to Robert and Bonnie (Jacobsen) Green in Council Bluffs, IA. Susan graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1973. She had one son, Scott. She enjoyed spending time with her son and family, especially holiday dinners at...

Stephanie Massie

Mar 15, 2024

Stephanie Massie (Stefonia Kozak), age 76, passed away March 15, 2024. She was born July 19, 1947 to John and Maria (Polawska) Kozak in Salzburg, Austria.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Lee; son, Thomas Lee Massie; and brother, Peter Kozak.

Stephanie is survived by 2 daughters, Threasa Lewis (Ralph) and Laura Ranney (Wade);...