Obituaries

Sandra Franks

Sandra Franks

Feb 13, 2023

Sandra Franks, age 69, passed away February 13, 2023.

She was born July 10, 1953, to the late Russell and Mary (Hansen) Blackman in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Richard Lyman Fisher; and second husband, Wesley Franks; and a brother, Phillip Blackman.

Sandra is survived by her children, David Fisher, Shawn...

Janice Marie Mcelroy

Janice Marie Mcelroy

Feb 13, 2023

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our mother, Janice Marie McElroy on February 13, 2023. She leaves behind her seven children, Max McElroy (Teri), Chris Ballard Justice, Bob McElroy (Lorrie), Cathi Deierling (Gary), Cindy Joneson (Tracy), Charlene Siepker, Tom McElroy (Amanda), 21 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, her brothers Robert Walker (Jo), and Jim Walker (Kim) and numerous...

Thomas Lane

Thomas Lane

Feb 12, 2023

Thomas Lane, age 76, passed away at CountryHouse Residence on February 12, 2023.

He was born February 11, 1947, to the late Pauline Young in Atlantic, Iowa. Thomas graduated from Glenwood High School with the class of 1966. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Thomas was a professional truck driver.

In addition to his...

Roger Rankin

Roger Rankin

Feb 11, 2023

Roger Rankin, age 63, passed away at CHI Health Mercy Hospital on February 11, 2023.

He was born July 4, 1959, to the late Dale and Bonnie (Marr) Rankin in Council Bluffs, IA. Roger was a longtime car salesman in Council Bluffs.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Roger is survived by his sons, Conner Rankin, Colton Rankin, and Ethan Rankin;...

Tammy Sue Ollie

Tammy Sue Ollie

Feb 10, 2023

Tammy Sue (Ulrich) Ollie, 52, passed away peacefully the morning of February 10, 2023 surrounded by family after a long battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on June 27, 1970, to Larry and the late Bernetta (Goeser) Ulrich. She grew up in Crescent, Iowa and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the Class of...

Bounma Latisha Hanstein

Bounma Latisha Hanstein

Feb 10, 2023

Bounma Latisha Hanstein Age 82 passed away February 10, 2023. She married Robert Hanstein on March 25, 2013 in Las Vegas. She was a baseball fan, especially the Boston Red Sox. Bounma was preceded in death by her step-son, Kevin.

She will be missed by her husband, Robert "Bob"; step-son, Chris (Amy); step-daughter, Adrienne Shepherdson (Eric); grandchildren, Elle, Maranda, Kayla and...

Nicholas James Erisman

Nicholas James Erisman

Feb 10, 2023

Nicholas James Erisman, age 33, passed away February 10, 2023.

He was born August 8, 1989, to Mark and Janine (Croghan) Erisman in Omaha, NE. Nicholas graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 2007.   Nick touched so many lives. His work was helping others as he was always there in their time of need. He was a true...

George Peter Koenig

George Peter Koenig

Feb 8, 2023

George Peter Koenig Age 92 passed away February 8, 2023. He was born on March 11, 1930 in Bently, Iowa to Wilhelm and Mildred (Timm) Koenig. He proudly served in the US Navy. George worked at Central Supply and Rubber Company and for the US Postal Service. He was a loving father and grandfather and will be greatly missed.

George is...

Penny Wools

Penny Wools

Feb 8, 2023

Penny M. Wools, age 60, passed away in Omaha, Nebraska on February 8, 2023.

She was born March 7, 1962 to James and Carol (Eastman) Flanery in Guthrie Center, Iowa. She was baptized through the Church of Christ. She graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and was a dispatcher at Neff Towing for 25 years. 

She was preceded in death by her father,...

Gretchen Mathews

Gretchen Mathews

Feb 6, 2023

Gretchen Mathews, age 84, passed away on February 6, 2023.

She was born July 4, 1938, to the late William and Susan (Salter) Palmer in Bedford, IA.

Gretchen is survived by her husband of 59 years, Daniel "Dan" Mathews; son, Don (Brenda) Mathews; brother, Dave (Carol) Palmer; granddaughter, Kaeli (Kolby) Stallman; niece, Laura (Jeff) Bergholz; nephew, Jeffrey (Maxine) Palmer; additional nieces, nephews,...

Norma Jean Johnson

Norma Jean Johnson

Feb 5, 2023

Norma Johnson, age 85, passed away on February 5, 2023.

She was born August 24, 1937, to William and Helen (Taylor) Thacker Jr. in Council Bluffs, IA. Norma graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1955. She married Paul Johnson in 1959 and she was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

In addition to her parents, she was...

Marilyn Jenne Harris

Marilyn Jenne Harris

Feb 4, 2023

Marilyn Jenne Harris Age 84 of Council Bluffs, IA passed away February 4, 2023. She was born June 11, 1938 in Grundy Center, Iowa to Harmon and E. Joyce (Burris) Boike.

Marilyn was raised on a farm outside of Dike, IA and graduated from Dike High School in 1956. She worked in a variety of settings, including as a candy striper,...

Roger D.  Stephens

Roger D. Stephens

Feb 3, 2023

Roger Donald Stephens passed on February 3rd, 2023, at the age of 78 and joined his beloved wife Kathleen "Kathy" Stephens who passed on July 2nd, 2021. Roger was born on March 12, 1944, the lastborn child of Roland and Alice Stephens in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Roger grew up with his older siblings Gary, Phillip, and Marilyn. He enjoyed going...

Richard Lee Jones

Richard Lee Jones

Feb 3, 2023

Richard Lee Jones Age 79 of Council Bluffs, IA passed away February 3, 2023. He was born March 20, 1943 in Clarinda, Iowa to Richard M and Betty (Young) Jones. He proudly served in the US Navy.

Richard is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joan and brother, Timothy.

He is survived by daughter, Melisa Jones; sons, Tim Jones (Denae) and...

Geraldine Sanford

Geraldine Sanford

Feb 2, 2023

Geraldine was born February 10, 1946, in Lovejoy, Illinois, to Willie and Pinkie Reed. Geraldine was the eighth of ten children; all preceded her in death, but her brother Mack Reed and sister Ella Bingham (William).

Geraldine attended the Lovejoy public schools and Grace University in Omaha, Ne.

Geraldine was saved and filled with the Holy Ghost at nine years old. When...

John Saunders

John Saunders

Jan 31, 2023

L. John Saunders, age 67, passed away peacefully at CHI Health Bergan Mercy January 31, 2023. He was born November 6, 1955, to the late Wilber and Martha (Stilwell) Saunders in Omaha, NE.

Lloyd was a member of Eastside Christian Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 1 brother, and 2 sisters.

Lloyd is survived by his wife...

Beverly Folkerts

Beverly Folkerts

Jan 31, 2023

Beverly Folkerts, age 84, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on January 31, 2023.

She was born September 10, 1938, to the late Thomas and Cynthia (LeRette) Gilbreath Sr. in Hancock, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Rodney D. Crosse; siblings, Thomas Gilbreath Jr, Gordon "Gary" Gilbreath, and Betty Bruck.

Beverly is survived by her...

Evelyn Mutchler

Evelyn Mutchler

Jan 30, 2023

Evelyn Mutchler, age 72, passed away at Nebraska Medicine on January 30, 2023.

She was born December 28, 1950, to the late Ralph and Doris (Green) King in Paris, IL.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Mutchler; brothers, Gary King Sr. and Dail King.

Evelyn is survived by her children, Eugene "Scott" (Kristy) Mutchler, Leslie...

Lowell Douglas Lantry

Lowell Douglas Lantry

Jan 27, 2023

Lowell "Doug" Lantry, age 70, of Treynor, Iowa, passed away peacefully at his home on January 27, 2023.

He was born February 4, 1952, to Gerald and Anna (Piper) Lantry in Detroit, MI. Doug owned and operated Tom's Auto Body Shop in Council Bluffs until 2015.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Lantry; brothers,...

Katherine A. Dofner

Katherine A. Dofner

Jan 26, 2023

Katherine A. Dofner, age 77, passed away peacefully at Methodist Hospital on January 26, 2023.

She was born June 14, 1945, to the late Harry and Katherine (O'Brien) Elliott Sr. in Council Bluffs, IA. Katherine retired from Jennie Edmundson Hospital and was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene.

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