Obituaries

Pamela  Sue Edwards

Pamela Sue Edwards

Mar 7, 2021

Pamela S. Edwards, age 67, passed away March 7, 2021. She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on June 2, 1953, to the late Floyd M. and Betty J. (Hamilton) Diamond. Pamela graduated from Lewis Central High School with the class of 1971 and retired from Lozier Corp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Jackie  Taylor

Jackie Taylor

Mar 6, 2021

Preceded in life by Mother Mary DeShong (Wright), Father James Taylor, brothers Pete Taylor, Ronnie Taylor, sisters Sherry McClain, and Mary Alice George, his children Theresa Taylor (Medina), Mark Taylor, and Christina Taylor (Streit) and Brian Taylor. He was survived by his brother Jimmy (James) Taylor, sisters Barbra Clem and Peggy Washler, children Michael Taylor, William Taylor, Joanna (Jodee) Taylor,...

Ronald Graham

Ronald Graham

Mar 6, 2021

Ronald Graham, age 60, passed away at Nebraska Medicine March 6, 2021. He was born May 4, 1960 to the late Fred and Mildred (Smith) Graham in Omaha, NE. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by siblings, Barb McWilliams, Dale Graham, Kenny Graham, James Graham. Ronald is survived by his children, Rhonda Tabler, Ronnie Slate, Sherrie...

Sandra Jo Bourg

Sandra Jo Bourg

Mar 4, 2021

Sandra (“Sandy”) Jo Bourg, age 61, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center - Bergan Mercy. Sandy was born in Kearney, Nebraska to Arthur and Mavis (Spellmeyer) Tvrdy on October 15, 1959. She graduated from Millard High School in Ralston, Nebraska in 1977. She married Edward Bourg on May...

John J. (Joseph) Malone, Sr.

John J. (Joseph) Malone, Sr.

Mar 1, 2021

John J. (Joseph) Malone, Sr. John was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on March 15, 1951. He went home to be with the Lord on March 1st, 2021 at age 69, in his home surrounded by family and friends, almost too many to count. There were tears and laughter, goodbyes, the singing of hymns throughout the night, hugs, and comfort. It's...

John  Ross

John Ross

Feb 28, 2021

John Oliver Ross, age 77, passed away February 28, 2021. He was born November 10, 1943 to Roy and Vesta (Baker) Ross in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, RoseAnne M. Ross; daughter, Rose Marie Dixon; great grandson, Nikolas Sorick; brothers, Leon Ross, Harold Ross, James Ross, Roy Ross Jr.,...

Sharon Kay Bonham Steadman

Sharon Kay Bonham Steadman

Feb 27, 2021

Sharon Kay Bonham Steadman, age 75, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2021 she was surrounded by comfort and love of her son and daughters. She was born September 24, 1945 to the late Ellsworth and Francis (Huff) Bonham in Los Angeles, CA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, David Darrel Steadman. Sharon...

Tonya R.  Stutheit

Tonya R. Stutheit

Feb 25, 2021

Tonya R. Stutheit, age 73, passed away February 25, 2021. She was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on December 8, 1947, to the late John and Ella (Smith) Points. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, John Points; sister Sharon James. Tonya is survived by her children, Tawna Jones (Aaron), Kenny Stutheit and Jeremy...

John W. "Bill" Baker

John W. "Bill" Baker

Feb 23, 2021

John W. “Bill” Baker, age 89, passed away February 23, 2021. He was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on May 30, 1931 to the late Edward “Babe” and Ruth (Dimon) Baker. Bill proudly served his country in the United States Army and retired from Pacific Intermountain Express. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers,...

Robert L. Page, Sr.

Robert L. Page, Sr.

Feb 23, 2021

Robert L. Page, Sr., of Council Bluffs, passed away February 23, 2021. He was born in San Antonio, Texas on August 13, 1940 to the late Robert and Della (Walters) Page. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by wife, Clyda Page; and son, Robert Page, Jr. He is survived by daughter, Julie Page; 6 grandkids, Nikki...

Dean E.  Nieman

Dean E. Nieman

Feb 23, 2021

Dean Nieman, age 71, passed away February 23, 2021. He was born November 10, 1949 to Robert and Dolores (Driver) Nieman in Council Bluffs, IA. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Nieman. Dean is survived by his wife, Mary Nieman; mother, Dolores Nieman; children, Michael (Chris)...

Gary L. Mace

Gary L. Mace

Feb 22, 2021

Gary Mace, age 72, passed away at CHI Health Bergan Mercy February 22, 2021. He was born September 1, 1948 to the late Maurice and Edith (McMullen) Mace in Council Bluffs, IA. Gary is survived by his children, Adam (Beverly) Mace, Eric (Daphne Edie) Mace, Tiffany (Justin Johnson) Mace; siblings, Larry (Kathy) Mace, Maurice "Micky" Mace, Linda (Clifford) Fowler; 10...

Kyler Austin Bryan

Kyler Austin Bryan

Feb 21, 2021

Kyler A. Bryan, age 18, passed away February 21, 2021. He was born May 22, 2002 in Council Bluffs, IA. He was preceded in death by his grandma, Julie Kessel-Schultz. Kyler is survived by his mother, Jenise (Frazier) Bryan; brother, Tylan Marquez; sisters, Morgan Bryan, Jaycee Bryan, Chloe Hoagland; grandparents, Chris and Troy Frazier, Tom Wagner and Tom Schultz; great...

Joy  R. Nelsen

Joy R. Nelsen

Feb 20, 2021

Joy Nelsen, age 45, passed away February 20, 2021 in Omaha, Nebraska. She was born June 9, 1975 to Michael and Donna (Criss) Nelsen in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her sister, Julie Nelsen. Joy is survived by her father, Michael Nelsen; mother, Donna Frank; son, Colin Nelsen; sister, Jill Wiese (Mark); grandmother, Helen Kern; and...

Leonard M. Miles

Leonard M. Miles

Feb 18, 2021

Leonard M. Miles, age 72, passed away February 18, 2021 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska on August 8, 1948 to the late LeRoy and Veva (Brandon) Miles Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Lois Miles; brothers, George and Charles; son, John Miles; and grandson, Jacob Miles. Leonard...

Mary Lou Vallier

Mary Lou Vallier

Feb 17, 2021

Mary Lou (Kirkpatrick) Vallier passed away February 17, 2021. Mary Lou was preceded in death by parents, Burnie and Dorothy (Rhodes) Kirkpatrick; husband, Lorane Vallier; son, Allen Vallier; grandson, Shawn Heldt; brother, Junior Kirkpatrick; sisters, Goldie Butterfield and Jackie Edenburn. She is survived by sister, Donna Vinson; daughter, Sherry Heldt; son, Loren Vallier; grandchildren, Roger Heldt, Jr., Tod Heldt, Jessica...

Dynella L. Turner

Dynella L. Turner

Feb 17, 2021

Dynella Turner, age 57, passed away February 17, 2021. She was born July 27, 1963 to James and Nancy (Harrison) Morrison in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her sister, Goodnie Stubbs. Dynella is survived by her son, Dustin Morrison; mother; Nancy Morrison; siblings, Penny (Guillermo) Banderas and Lynnette (Robert) Stark; a...

Janet Robertson

Janet Robertson

Feb 16, 2021

Janet Robertson, age 83, passed away February 16, 2021. She was born October 24, 1937 to Herman and Alvena (Henneke) Hessel in Council Bluffs, IA. Janet graduated from Carson High School with the class of 1955. She retired from West Central Development. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Julie. Janet is survived by...

Marjorie Sorenson

Marjorie Sorenson

Feb 14, 2021

Marjorie Sorenson, age 82, passed away February 14, 2021. She was born July 20, 1938 to the late August and Janie (Carlton) Edwards in Shenandoah, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William Sorenson; and son, Rick Sorenson. Marjorie is survived by her daughters, Diane (Phil Sr.) Grosvenor, Janelle (Kent) Coker and Melissa...

Rev. Glenn  E Rankin

Rev. Glenn E Rankin

Feb 14, 2021

Rev. Glenn Rankin, age 75, passed away February 14, 2021. He was born August 26, 1945 to the late Edger and Janice (Lees) Rankin in Milwaukee, WI. Glenn was a former Episcopalian priest. Glenn is survived by his children, Janelle Mock, Alexander Rankin, Nathan Rankin; sisters, Charlotte (Bill) Daunie, Sherry (Mike) Monson; 10 grandchildren; 1 great granddaughter; and a host...