Obituaries

Elizabeth Dishman

Elizabeth Dishman

Nov 25, 2021

Elizabeth Dishman, age 28, passed away November 25, 2021. She was born November 24, 1993, to Joel and Rachel (Epperson) Stearns in Omaha, NE. She was preceded in death by mother, Rachel Hopper; grandfathers, Robert Koletzke and James Stearns. Elizabeth is survived by her husband, Wendell Dishman; father, Joel Stearns (Jeanine); brother, Cody Stearns; grandmothers, Carol Koletzke and Jean Stearns;...

Phyllis Mcmullen

Phyllis Mcmullen

Nov 24, 2021

Phyllis McMullen was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on New Year’s Eve in 1947, to Eldred and Anna Mae (Dilts) McMullen. She graduated from Underwood High School, Kearney State College, and the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Phyllis lovingly served as a Speech Pathologist to hundreds of children through many years in the schools, cherishing each as she helped them...

Rebecca Petermann

Rebecca Petermann

Nov 24, 2021

Rebecca Petermann, age 74, passed away November 24, 2021. She was born April 29, 1947 to Richard and Virginia (Cooper) Reese in San Jose, CA. She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Reese; mother, Virginia(Cooper) Baxa; step-father, Matthew Baxa; brothers,Richard Jr. Reese, and Leonard Reese; significant other, Walter Thomas Black. Rebecca is survived by her children, Donald Jr....

Betty J.  Riddle

Betty J. Riddle

Nov 23, 2021

Betty Riddle, age 47, passed away November 23, 2021. She was born January 26, 1974 to the late Daniel and Karole (McClelland) West in Omaha, NE. Betty is survived by her children, Matthew Riddle, Raymond (Kristi Carman) Riddle, Cody Riddle; twin sister, Bonnie Newton; sister, Beverly (Adam) Mace; brother, Vaughn West; grandsons, Tony and Clark Riddle. Memorial Service will be...

Kathy L. Rockwell

Kathy L. Rockwell

Nov 22, 2021

Kathy Rockwell, age 66, passed away on November 22, 2021. She was born November 25, 1954 to Norman Sieburg and Violet (Hetrick) Bargenquast in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Robert Rockwell; son, Chad Larsen; Kathy is survived by sisters, Elaine (Robert) Elliot, Sheri (Doug) Monette, Donna Hall, Norma (Dennis) Ferro;...

Gary Joseph Delanty

Gary Joseph Delanty

Nov 17, 2021

Gary Delanty, age 80, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home, surrounded by his 3 girls, on November 17, 2021. He was born July 13, 1941 to George and Geraldine (Ostdiek) Delanty in Neola, IA. In his early years, Gary enjoyed going to Playland Speedway and Sunset Speedway to watch the Stock Car Races. He enjoyed fishing and taking his...

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,...