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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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....
Lee E. Haworth
Nov 2, 2021
Lee E. Haworth, age 84, of Council Bluffs, passed away November 2, 2021. He was born July 17, 1937 to the late Richard and Catherine (Smith) Haworth. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Claudia Smith; son, Mark Haworth; and granddaughter, Jazmine. Lee is survived by his...
Joseph K. Opal Jr.
Oct 30, 2021
Joseph Opal Jr., age 83, passed away peacefully at home October 30, 2021. He was born October 3, 1938 to Joseph Sr. and Leona Opal in Council Bluffs, IA. Joseph enjoyed traveling. His pride and joy was his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Gary Coleman; Joseph is survived by wife of 57...