Obituaries

Gail Kirchert

Gail Kirchert

Jan 20, 2022

Gail W. Kirchert, age 86, passed away January 20, 2022. He was born February 10, 1935, to the late Herbert and Cordelia Kirchert. Gail proudly served his country in the United States Army and retired from Ready Mix. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Kirchert; daughter, Shelley Albright; grandsons, Ricky Albright and...

Diana Booher

Diana Booher

Jan 19, 2022

Diana Booher, age 68, passed away January 19, 2022. She was born May 28, 1953 to Lee and Beverly (Tway) Gillespie in Des Moines, IA. In addition to her parents; significant other, Terry Fernfide. Diana is survived by children, Kenneth (Teresa) Booher, Tracy (Aaron) Grandick; siblings, Jerry Gillespie, Jimmie Gillespie, Debra (Darrell) Andrews, Donna (David) Lalich, Lee (Trisha) Gillespie, Bobby...

Russell  Jenkins

Russell Jenkins

Jan 19, 2022

Russell Martin Jenkins, age 85, passed away at Prairie Gate Assisted Living Center on January 19, 2022. He was born December 24, 1936 to Ralph and Viola (Gibson) Jenkins in Dow City, IA. Russell enjoyed gardening, cuddles the dog and his church family. His pride and joy was gardening, grandkids and great grandkids. In addition to his parents, he was...

Mary Ann Hansen

Mary Ann Hansen

Jan 19, 2022

Mary Ann Hansen, age 84, passed away January 19, 2022. She was born October 21, 1937, to the late Fred and Frances (Cox) Shaw in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leland Hansen; brothers, Thomas Shaw and Ronald Shaw. Mary Ann is survived by her children, Dianna (William) Kuyper, Pamela...

Mark L. Bergsten

Mark L. Bergsten

Jan 19, 2022

Mark Bergsten, age 58, entered the kingdom of heaven on January 19, 2022. He was born July 20, 1963 to Marvin and Patricia (Tiarks) Bergsten in Omaha, Nebraska. He went to Montessori School, Madonna, Prairie Lane Elementary and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 1984. He enjoyed working at Vodec from 1984 to 2019. He was...

Darwin L.  Rief

Darwin L. Rief

Jan 18, 2022

Darwin Laverne Rief, age 83, passed away January 18, 2022. He was born March 26, 1938 to Harold and Thelma (Bird) Rief in Crescent, IA. Darwin worked as a welder and retired after many years as a truck driver. He was an animal lover, a big fan of western movies and loved to travel, spending many winters in Arizona. He...

Joanne Marie Behm

Joanne Marie Behm

Jan 18, 2022

JoAnne M. Behm, age 88, passed away January 18, 2022. She was born near Bentley, Iowa, on April 5, 1933, to the late Henry and Hazel (Timm) Boege. JoAnne graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and retired from the Cogley Clinic. She was a member of Saint Peter’s Catholic Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death...

Justin  T.  Lara

Justin T. Lara

Jan 18, 2022

Justin T. Lara, age 63 of Council Bluffs passed away January 18, 2022 at Mercy Hospital. Justin was born July 28, 1958 to Sara A. Jensen and Tomas M. Lara at Mercy Hospital. Justin earned a degree from Iowa Western and worked many years in the field of aviation as an Inspector and mechanic. His work took him from Iowa...

John Roy Viberg

John Roy Viberg

Jan 17, 2022

John Roy Viberg February 7, 1941 – January 17, 2022 It is with great sadness that the family of John Viberg announce his sudden passing, Monday, January 17th at the age of 80. John will be lovingly remembered by his wife Patty (Brannen), children Julie Bullard (Mike), Jim Viberg Wendell (Rhonda) and Jon Viberg. Grandchildren Kylee Stoltenberg (Sam), Katie &...

Judith M. Wulf

Judith M. Wulf

Jan 17, 2022

Judith M. Wulf, age 72, passed away peacefully in her home with her daughter by her side on January 17, 2022. She was born September 28, 1949 to Donald and Jessie (Ross) McClimon in Clinton, IA. Judy enjoyed arranging flowers that she grew up watching her dearest mom create besides decorating her home and shopping for the latest fashions be...

Marvin Carter

Marvin Carter

Jan 16, 2022

Marvin Carter, age 53, passed away at Nebraska Medicine Bellevue Health Center on January 16, 2022. He was born June 18, 1968, to Marvin and Lou (Bird) Carter. Marvin is survived by his fiancée, Michelle Kramer; children, Chase Carter (Jennifer), Cira Carter (Logan Stewart), Cody Carter (Natalie Doughman), Sarah Carter; mother, Lou Diemer (Rick); father, Marvin Carter Sr. (Donna); siblings,...

Michael L. Carman

Michael L. Carman

Jan 15, 2022

Michael Lee Carman, age 70, passed away at Garden View Care Center January 15, 2022. He was born June 20, 1951 to Robert Sr. and Dorothy (Harrod) Carman in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, John and Bobby Carman. Michael is survived by children, Trisha Gaiser, Jeff (Kellie) Betchel, Katie (Sam)...

Joel  Hoyt

Joel Hoyt

Jan 15, 2022

It is with profound sadness that the family of Joel Hoyt (Council Bluffs, IA), announce his passing on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at the age of 49. Joel was born on July 7, 1972. He graduated from Missouri Valley High School in 1990 and worked as a mail carrier for the United States Post Office for over 25 years. Joel...

Sharon Ann Markee

Sharon Ann Markee

Jan 15, 2022

Sharon Ann Markee, age 73, passed away at Northcrest Living Center January 15, 2022. She was born March 8, 1948 to Alfred and Wilma (Osbahr) Young in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Lawrence "Mox' Young, Earl Young and Leonard Young; sister, Wanda Erwin; significant other, Ronald Hodwalker. Sharon is...

Dorothy  E.  Lodes

Dorothy E. Lodes

Jan 14, 2022

Dorothy Ellen Lodes, age 90, passed away at Josie Harper Hospice House January 14, 2022. She was born July 12, 1931 to Corlis and Blanch (Miklas) Roberts in Mitchell, NE. Dorothy spent most of her childhood in Dodge, NE. She graduated high school from Dodge and later she attended Wayne State College. Dorothy was in the Council Bluffs School District...

Debbie Stuhr

Debbie Stuhr

Jan 13, 2022

Debbie Stuhr, age 57, passed away January 13, 2022. She was born August 12, 1964, to the late Bob and Monte (Williams) Smith. Deb graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 1982 and retired from Black Hills Energy after more than 30 years of service. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Elmer Branson

Elmer Branson

Jan 12, 2022

Elmer Branson, age 86, passed away January 12, 2022. He was born July 8, 1935 to Ray and Ella (Morton) Branson in Skidmore, MO. He was raised by his Grandparents Myrtle and Charles Morton. He was with them until he graduated from High School. Elmer then came to Omaha and got a job at Safeway Bakery. He met his wife...

Harold  Jager Jr.

Harold Jager Jr.

Jan 11, 2022

Harold Jager Jr., age 73, passed away at Select Specialty Hospital-Omaha January 11, 2022. He was born October 31, 1948 to Harold Sr. and Della (Lovelady) Jager in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Harold enjoyed birds of all kinds, playing guitar, fishing, raising livestock for the table and shooting. His pride and joy was his family. In addition to his parents, he...

Theresa "Teddy" Minshall

Theresa "Teddy" Minshall

Jan 10, 2022

Theresa "Teddy" Minshall, age 71, passed away at Bergan Mercy on January 10, 2022. 

She was born October 3, 1950 to John and Paula (Nuno) Perez in Scottsbluff, NE. In Teddy's later years, she worked at Panara Bread and once retired, she enjoyed spending time with her granddaughter, family and friends.

In addition to her parents, John and Paula Perez, she was...

Duane Poor

Duane Poor

Jan 10, 2022

Duane Poor, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on January 10, 2022. He was born April 21, 1937 to Jesse and Gladys (Fox) Poor in Wadena, IA. Duane enjoyed family, work, camping, traveling. His pride and joy were his dogs Angel and Cora. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by sisters, Doris Vargarson, Dorothy Wiemerslage,...