Obituaries

Jewell Sanford, Sr.

Jewell Sanford, Sr.

Nov 15, 2021

Jewell Sanford Sr., age 88, passed away November 15, 2021. He was born September 21, 1933, to Jesse and Lizzy (Bacum) Sanford in Lovejoy, IL. Jewell proudly served his country in the United States Army. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 6 siblings; great grandson, Chrishaun Moten. Jewell is survived by his wife, Geraldine Sanford;...

Dalton Sprinkel

Dalton Sprinkel

Nov 15, 2021

Dalton Sprinkel, age 23, passed away November 15, 2021. He was born February 17, 1998 to Jerry Sprinkel and Marlena (Zalesak) Wagner in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Dalton graduated from Omaha Bryan High School in 2016. Dalton enjoyed cars, wood working and working with his hands. He was always a loyal and caring person and will be greatly missed by many....

Ronald  Lewer

Ronald Lewer

Nov 14, 2021

Ronald Lewer, age 79, passed away on November 14, 2021. He was born June 6, 1942 to Merrill and Ruth (Winston) Lewer in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Barbara White; Ronald is survived by brother, Larry (Carolyn) Lewer; nephews, Steven (Sharon) White and Randy (Tammey) Lewer; niece, Kae White...

Chris Opal

Chris Opal

Nov 13, 2021

Chris Opal, age 61, passed away November 13, 2021. He was born June 28, 1960, to the late Eugene and Patsy (Beckner) Opal Sr., in Council Bluffs, IA. Chris graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1978. Chris is survived by his wife of 41 years, Paula Opal; children, Andrew (Stephenie) Opal, Adam (Samantha) Opal, Allison (Matthew)...

Sandra Desantiago

Sandra Desantiago

Nov 11, 2021

Sandra DeSantiago, age 74, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital November 11, 2021. She was born January 30, 1947, to the late Orville and Helen (Stegall) Yochum in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Manuel DeSantiago; siblings, Geraldine DeSantiago, Kenneth Yochum, Orville Yochum Jr., Charles Yochum, Sarita Yochum and George...

Richard Clausen

Richard Clausen

Nov 11, 2021

Richard Clausen was born in Denison, IA to William Sr. and Laura (Holstein) Clausen. He lived in several cities in the state prior to spending over 30 years in Mason City. Richard, age 86, passed away peacefully at Bethany Lutheran Home on November 11, 2021. As a civil engineer for the Department of Transportation, Richard designed several sections of I-80...

Helen Harter

Helen Harter

Nov 11, 2021

Helen Harter, age 84, passed away November 11, 2021. She was born March 20, 1937 to the late Fred "Ted" and Donnie (Coleson) Anderson in Council Bluffs, IA. Helen retired from the Council Bluffs Community Schools after 25 years in the lunch program. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Harter; son, Rodney...

Kathleen Ranney

Kathleen Ranney

Nov 11, 2021

Kathleen Ranney, age 72, passed from this earth to her home in Glory with Jesus on November 11, 2021. She was born February 1, 1949 to Clyde and Gloria (Dorner) Peck in Omaha, Nebraska. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Peck. Kathleen is survived by her husband, John Ranney; daughters, Tris (Bryan)...

Barbara Schultz

Barbara Schultz

Nov 10, 2021

Barbara “Bobbi” Mae (Morris) Schultz, age 77, passed away surrounded by family on Nov. 10, 2021. Barb was born on January 15, 1944 to Chester and Dorothy (Shelbaer) Morris in Council Bluffs, IA. She married Jack Schultz on May 4, 1968. After Jack retired from the Army in 1976, they made their home in Persia, Iowa, with their four children...

Sandra  A.  Nelson

Sandra A. Nelson

Nov 10, 2021

Sandra A. Nelson, age 65, passed away peacefully at Midilands Living Center November 10, 2021. She was born June 10, 1956 to Robert and Cleo (Howell) Nelson in Fairbury, NE. Sandra enjoyed gardening, loved spending time with her pets. Her pride and joy was her massive garden. Sandra is survived by significant other, Ed Grudle; siblings, Cindy Paul and Dennis...

Diane M. "Missy" Weinfurtner

Diane M. "Missy" Weinfurtner

Nov 9, 2021

Diane M. "Missy" Weinfurtner, age 68, passed away peacefully November 9, 2021. She was born May 1, 1953, to the late Thomas and Mary Lou (Tobin) Schmitz in Helena, MT. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Jessica Weinfurtner. Diane is survived by her husband of 49 years, Allen Weinfurtner Sr.; children, Allen (Peggy)...

Marilyn George

Marilyn George

Nov 8, 2021

Marilyn Louise George, age 88, passed away peacefully at CHI Health Mercy Hospital November 8, 2021. She was born August 26, 1933 to Clayton and Hester (Van Leuvean) Underwood in Council Bluffs, IA at Mercy Hospital. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Donovan;brother, Donald; and sister, Helen. Marilyn is survived...

Bonnie L.  Rankin

Bonnie L. Rankin

Nov 7, 2021

Bonnie Rankin, age 83, passed away November 7, 2021. She was born August 10, 1938, to the late Cecil and Hazel (Reed) Marr in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Mary Mudra, Dick Marr, Don "Hotzie" Marr, and Patricia "Peachy" Raes Bonnie is survived by her husband, Dale Rankin; children, Susan...

Glenn Jackson

Glenn Jackson

Nov 6, 2021

Glenn Jackson, age 87, passed away November 6, 2021. He was born March 22, 1934 to Paul and Dora (Spaulding) Jackson in Huron, SD. Glenn served in the Air Force achieving the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jean (Powers) Jackson and ; brothers, Berle, Vernon, Leonard, Arley,...

Rhonda K. (Foote) Wallin

Rhonda K. (Foote) Wallin

Nov 6, 2021

Rhonda Kay (Foote) Wallin, age 66, passed away peacefully at home November 6, 2021. She was born January 8, 1955 to Basil Jr. and Juanita (Carman) Foote in Omaha, Nebraska. Rhonda enjoyed playing games, shopping, bingo, casino, riding her scooter and spending time with her grandkids. Her pride and joy was her family and grandchildren. In addition to her parents,...

Robert D. "Bob" Smith

Robert D. "Bob" Smith

Nov 6, 2021

Robert D. "Bob" Smith, age 78, passed away November 6, 2021. He was born June 4, 1943, to the late Veral and Dorothy (Galiher) Smith in Persia, IA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, John "Jack" Smith and grandson, Blake Smith. Robert is survived by his wife Janice Smith; children, Mark Smith, Scott...

Sunny Dawn  Mccolloch

Sunny Dawn Mccolloch

Nov 5, 2021

Sunny Dawn McColloch, age 76, passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2021. She was born June 16, 1945 to John and Irene (Hayden) Polinski in Omaha, Nebraska. Sunny enjoyed swimming, fishing, camping, bowling, softball and dancing. Her pride and joy was her grandkids. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Patrick J. McColloch;...

Mervyn  N. "Bing" Muller

Mervyn N. "Bing" Muller

Nov 4, 2021

Mervyn Muller, age 95, passed away on November 4, 2021. He was born June 5, 1926 to Nicholas and Anna (Renner) Muller in Howells, NE. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Dwain Muller; nephew, Terry Muller. Mervyn is survived by nephew, Perry (Mandy) Muller; nieces, Linda (Ron) Kreikemeier and Susie (Jim) Muller- Svoboda; great...

Berniece  M. Puls

Berniece M. Puls

Nov 3, 2021

Berniece Puls, age 81, passed away peacefully at Risen Son Christian Village November 3, 2021. She was born August 16, 1940 to Donovan and Dorothy (Lingle) Newland in Des Moines, Iowa. Berniece enjoyed reading, bowling, traveling, Nebraska football and attending church. Her pride and joy was her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband,...

Lulu  Belt

Lulu Belt

Nov 2, 2021

Lulu Belt, age 96, passed away peacefully at Country House Residence November 2, 2021. She was born August 31, 1925 to William and Verdie (Minnick) Emswiler in Honey Creek, Iowa. Lulu enjoyed boating, snow and water skiing, motorcycle riding, snowmobiling, golfing, sewing, baking, travel and dancing. Her pride and joy was her family and working on stained glass with Bud....