Janet Riche
Aug 15, 2025
Janet A. Riche, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home on August 15, 2025.
She was born February 5, 1941, in Jacksonville, IL. Janet retired from Iowa School for the Deaf and was a member of the Refuge Church. She had a lifelong love for showing horses.
Janet was preceded in death by her brother, Warren Roach; nephew, Michael...
Donald Sorensen
Aug 15, 2025
Donald G. Sorensen, age 94, passed away peacefully at his home on August 15, 2025.
He was born December 1, 1930, to the late Jens and Nina (Lansman) Sorensen in Exira, IA. Don proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a lifelong farmer as well as being involved in other business ventures....
Richard Osborne
Aug 12, 2025
R. Gary Osborne was born to Jack and Violet Osborne 6/12/1941 in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
He graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1960. While in high school, he was a member of the R.O.T.C. program.
Gary drove semi-truck and was a Teamster for over 30 years with Hinky Dinky, Super Valu, and Foodliner. He and his wife, Joyce owned the Rolling...
Ronald Funkhauser
Aug 11, 2025
Ronald "Doc" Funkhauser, born January 3, 1936, passed away peacefully at home on August 11, 2025 at the age of 89, following a long illness. His passing was sudden but serene-just as we would have hoped. While we deeply mourn his loss, we take comfort in knowing he is no longer in pain or struggle.
Ron was born and raised...
Francis Henry Neff
Aug 10, 2025
Francis Henry Neff, 80, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, in Sanford, Florida. Born on August 16, 1944, in Davenport, Iowa, he lived a life marked by unwavering faith, devoted service, and deep love for his family and community.
Henry graduated from high school in Albia, Iowa, before pursuing his calling in ministry. He earned his Bachelor of Ministry degree...
Brian Rommel
Aug 10, 2025
Brian A. Rommel, age 60, passed away on August 10, 2025.
He was born July 7, 1965, to Russel and Marilyn (Richardson) Rommel in Davenport, IA. Brian graduated from Davenport West High School with the class of 1983 and then earned a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Ambrose University. Brian worked at J.C. Penney from 1987 to 2005, and spent the last...
Ilene Bechtold
Aug 9, 2025
Ilene J. Bechtold, age 76, passed away on August 9, 2025.
She was born December 22, 1948, to the late Maxwell and Eleanor (Mier) Taylor in White Cloud, KS.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Sondra Plunkett; brother, Fred Taylor.
Ilene is survived by her children, Rodney Pogge, Paula Pogge, and Jeri Fletcher (Ron); brother-in-law, George...
Judy Gouldsmith
Aug 8, 2025
Judy A Gouldsmith, age 69, passed away peacefully at Josie Harper Hospice House August 8, 2025.
She was born June 5, 1956, to the late Joseph Gouldsmith and Joan (Martis) Gouldsmith in Omaha, NE. Judy graduated from Abraham Lincoln with the class of 1974 and then earned a degree from North Central Bible School. She retired from Metro Community College...
Robert J. "Rob" Hemmingsen II
Aug 6, 2025
Robert John Hemmingsen II, age 70, passed away at Methodist Hospital in Omaha on August 6, 2025.
"If there ever was a man who could take on any challenge..."
He was born October 17, 1954 to Robert J. I and Lois (Marisch) Hemmingsen in Primrose, NE.
He was preceded in death by father, Robert John Hemmingsen I; step-father "Dad", Jess Goss.
Rob is survived...
Mark Bothwell
Aug 6, 2025
Mark Bothwell, age 47, passed away on August 6, 2025. He was born December 4, 1977, to John and Terri (Malone) Bothwell in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Mark grew up in the Boyer Valley area and graduated from Boyer Valley High School in 1997. That same year, in November, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he was...
Luther Henson
Aug 5, 2025
Luther Henson, age 89, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was born November 13, 1935, to Albert and Alta (Lawhorn) Henson.
Luther grew up on the Lake of the Ozarks, where he discovered his lifelong love for fishing and boating. He proudly served four years in the U.S. Air Force as a Russian language specialist before dedicating much...
Shirley Jenkins
Aug 5, 2025
Shirley Jenkins, age 85, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center August 5, 2025. She was born December 6, 1939 to Ernest and Dora (Gray) Steward in Onawa, IA.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by spouse, Russell Jenkins; son, Tony Jenkins; son-in-law, Dale Marsh; brother, Bernard Steward; sister, Delores Blake.
Shirley is survived by her children, Carol...
Michelle Swanson
Aug 3, 2025
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 With sadness, love, and profound gratitude, the family of Michelle Yvonne (Edie) Swanson announces her passing on August 3, 2025, at the age of 49.
Michelle was born on August 13, 1975, to Michael and Debra Edie of Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Michelle lived...
Helen Herren
Aug 1, 2025
Helen Mary Herren, age 86, passed away peacefully at Gracewell Nursing Home in Denison, Iowa on August 1, 2025.
She was born September 19, 1938 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Emil and Ethel (Pope) Knickman. Helen graduated from Silver City, IA high school. She received her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Northern Iowa and her Master's Degree at...
John Nelson
Aug 1, 2025
John L. Nelson, age 70, passed away at his home on August 1, 2025.
He was born December 14, 1954, to the late Raymond Nelson and Pauline (Unmack) Peacock in Council Bluffs, IA. John was a self employed carpenter.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Karen Loden.
John is survived by his daughter,...
Marilynn Angeroth
Aug 1, 2025
Marilynn Ann Angeroth, 74, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away suddenly July 30, 2025 at Bergan Mercy Hospital in Omaha, NE.
Marilynn was the first child of Sam and Barb (Finkle) Thomas, followed by her brother Sam (Lynda) of Silver City, IA and sister Rebecca of Fort Calhoun, NE. They attended Treynor Schools.
She gave birth to her first daughter, Cheri Ann,...
John Chafe
Jul 30, 2025
John Phillip Chafe, age 74, passed away peacefully at home July 30, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and music that will be cherished by all who knew him. John was a pillar of strength and a source of endless joy, always ready with a joke or a song to brighten the day. His greatest passion was...
Christine Fink
Jul 29, 2025
Christine Mary Fink entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. Her life was well-lived, and full of accomplishments and enjoyments.
Christine was born in Suffern, NY, on Christmas Eve 1946. She was the second child of Philip and Pauline Martino and enjoyed a loving upbringing in nearby West Haverstraw, NY. After graduating high school from...
Daniel Paulson
Jul 29, 2025
Daniel S. "Dan" Paulson, age 74, passed away peacefully at his home with his “darling” Jan by his side on July 29, 2025.
Dan was born on September 29, 1950, in Council Bluffs, IA, to the late Michael and Elizabeth (Geppert) Paulson. He was the second oldest of eight siblings.
In the summer of 1968, Dan embarked on an adventure, working first...
Jeffrey Porter
Jul 28, 2025
With a heavy heart, I wanted to put this out there, my brother, Jeff has passed away. Way too soon!! He was three years older than I. This is my only living immediate blood family left in this world and he will be truly missed!! Even though we were 1500 miles away we would talk at least two or three...
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