Obituaries

Ramona Bock

Mar 8, 2025

Ramona M. Bock, age 89, passed away on March 8, 2025.

She was born September 15, 1935, in Denver, Colorado.

Ramona was preceded in death by her uncle and aunt that raised her, Arnold and Hildur Willhoft; and brother, Richard Larson.

Ramona is survived by her husband of 70 years, Judson Bock Sr.; children, Laurie (Thomas) Hines, Cindy (Steven) Warren, Judson Bock Jr.,...

Steven Exstrom

Mar 8, 2025

Steven Ralph Exstrom, age 56, passed away at his home on March 8, 2025.

He was born on September 16, 1968, to the late Ralph and Peggy (Burke) Exstrom in Grand Island, NE. Steve graduated from Valley High School with the Class of 1987.

Steve met Angela at the Gretna Bowl where they worked together and became great friends. While Steve did...

Lora Sparr

Mar 6, 2025

Lora Ellen Sparr, age 64, of Council Bluffs passed away at home surrounded by family on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

She was born June 10, 1960 to the late Carl and Betty (Walker) Engelking, in Omaha, Nebraska and graduated from Tri-Center High school with the class of 1978.

Lora was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Betty; her brother, Richard...

Thomas Jensen

Mar 6, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Jensen, age 84, passed away March 6, 2025. He was born May 19, 1940 to Everett and Josephine (Schmitt) Jensen in Ringsted, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughters, Mary Ambrose and Diane Jensen.

Thomas is survived by his wife, Marie Jensen; children, Laura (Andy Tingwald) Fender,...

Philip Higgins

Mar 5, 2025

Philip Gail Higgins was called to his eternal home the morning of March 5, 2025, in Council Bluffs, IA at the age of 78. His family takes great comfort in knowing that he is now rejoicing with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Phil was born on October 10, 1946, in Council Bluffs, IA to Phyllis Ann (Heitman) Higgins and Gail...

Lonnie Henry

Mar 5, 2025

Lonnie D. Henry, age 87, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital March 5, 2025.

He was born July 31, 1937, to the late Roy and Leona (McDaniel) Henry in Percival, IA. Lonnie graduated from Sidney High School with the class of 1955 and then proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from Lucent...

Kathe Moore

Mar 5, 2025

Kathe Moore, age 88, passed away March 5, 2025. She was born July 4, 1936 to Konrad and Babbette (Eichenmüller) Gentsch in Reichenschwand, Germany.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard "Dick" Moore; brothers, Otto Gentsch, and Georg Gentsch; sister, Minna Donjanow; nephew, Thomas Gentsch.

Kathe is survived by her children,...

Thomas Suden

Mar 5, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Suden, age 69, passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born January 29, 1956 to Melvin and Anne (Culjat) Suden.

A kind and gentle soul, he was the epitome of a "nice guy," always ready to lend a hand. Tom was a man of many talents, known especially for...

Roy West

Mar 4, 2025

Roy E. West, age 72, passed away peacefully at his home on March 4, 2025.

"If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again."

He was preceded in death by parents Helen Nelson, William West; and brother Larry West.

Roy is survived by siblings Linda...

Leonard Kline

Mar 3, 2025

Leonard L. Kline, age 67, passed away at Prairie Gate on March 3, 2025. 

He was born November 2, 1957, to the late Leonard and Mildred (Malone) Kline in Council Bluffs, IA. Leonard was born and raised in Council Bluffs and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1977. 

He lived in rural Shelby for 20 years before returning...

Marjorie Powell-McIntosh

Mar 1, 2025

Marjorie A. Powell-McIntosh, age 88, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center on March 1, 2025.

She was born July 9, 1936, to the late George and Hazel (Hansen) Knudsen in Harlan, IA. Marjorie graduated from Harlan High School with the class of 1955 and retired from the original Council Bluffs Savings Bank, later known as US Bank....

DeAnn Rader

Feb 27, 2025

DeAnn Rader, age 58, passed away February 27, 2025. She was born February 1, 1967 to Merle and Dana (LeManton) Smith in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Geoff Smith.

DeAnn is survived by her children, Bart (Jenny) Hansen, Brooke (Josh) Rader, Breanne Rader, Luke (Lindsi) Johnson;10 grandchildren, Noah, Ryker, Jansen, Jahysa,...

William Darrington

Feb 27, 2025

William W. "Bill" Darrington, age 82, passed away peacefully at Primrose Assisted Living on February 27, 2025.

He was born January 14, 1943, to the late William and Mabel (Gravert) Darrington in Council Bluffs, IA. Bill graduated from Tri-Center High School with the class of 1961 and was a lifelong farmer.

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

Bonnie Shilling

Feb 26, 2025

Bonnie Shilling, age 90, passed away February 26, 2025. She was born February 4, 1935 to Richard and Geraldine (Pryor) Jones in Iowa City, Iowa. Bonnie was a lover of all animals. She enjoyed collecting various antiques, known for her deep faith and unwavering love.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Ollie...

Tyler Gaines

Feb 26, 2025

Tyler J. Gaines, age 44, passed away at CHI Health Mercy Hospital on February 26, 2025.

He was born June 6, 1980, in Atlantic, IA. Tyler was a steamfitter with Local 464.

Tyler was preceded in death by his father, Harry Gaines III, and his grandparents.

Tyler is survived by his children, Austin Gaines, Lucas (Desi) Gaines,...

Chester Moore

Feb 25, 2025

Chester Ray Moore, age 82, passed away on February 25, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Chester Ray Moore was born May 26, 1942 to Hollis and Hazel Moore in Thayer, Iowa. He attended kindergarten, at a country school in Talmadge. His family moved to Afton where he then attended school through graduation. He enrolled in business college in Des Moines, but...

Gail Earleywine

Feb 25, 2025

Gail LeRoy Earleywine, age 93, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away on February 25, 2025 peacefully at Hansen House Assisted Living in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Gail was born on February 12, 1932 in Logan, Iowa to Stoker and Vivian (Lamb) Earleywine.

Gail's greatest fondness was his family, wood crafting, traveling, fishing, playing cards and cribbage and weekly coffee with his late...

Eric Rogers

Feb 24, 2025

Eric George Rogers, 66, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away peacefully with his daughter, Meagan, by his side after a courageous, sudden, yet aggressive battle with cancer.

Born and raised in Council Bluffs, Eric dedicated his life to serving his community as a Pottawattamie County Deputy Sheriff until his retirement in 2011. Known for his sharp wit and big heart, he...

Stephen Sanders

Feb 23, 2025

Stephen Holmes Sanders, age 89, passed away on February 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 8, 1935, in Burlington, Kansas, Stephen was the son of Walter and Alma Sanders. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1953 and served in the Navy from 1953 to 1961. Stephen earned a degree in Business Management from Kansas State...

Linda Kerns

Feb 23, 2025

Linda Darlane (Guillory) Kerns, age 70, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away on February 23, 2025 at home. She was born on September 28, 1954 in Austin, Texas to the late Daniel and Joyce (Beaty) Guillory.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Don Guillory and his wife Shirley.

Linda is survived by her husband, Ed; sons, Lauren "Guy" Kerns...