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David J. Borosko

David J. Borosko

Nov 25, 2024

Dave was a man who had a deep love for animals and rescued many over the years, including his beloved dog Mickey. 

Dave leaves behind his partner and companion, Vickie Lesch, his caretaker and who he called “The Boss” Amy Lesch-Adangnihoude, Amy’s husband Art, together they enjoyed having deep conversations and catching up on all the Jimmy Kimmel episodes ever aired,...

Cecelia R. Zuerlein

Cecelia R. Zuerlein

Nov 13, 2024

Preceded in death by husband, John "Jack" Zuerlein; daughters, Debra & Therese Zuerlein; great- granddaughter, Peytyn Charvat; sons-in-law, Jamie Leavitt & Thomas J O’Neill III. Survived by daughters, Rose Leavitt, Jacquie O’Neill, Joni (Rob) Hickman, Katie (Pat) Galloway and son, John (Jeff Hinchee) Zuerlein. 13 grandchildren. 25 great-grandchildren. Brothers, Jerry (Martha) & Bob (Betty) Weiss.

VISITATION: Monday, November 18th from 5pm...

Debra A. Swan

Debra A. Swan

Nov 13, 2024

Preceded in death by husband, Dean Swan; brothers and sister, Dennis, Mike and Sharon.

Survived by children, Shelly Horton, Sondra (James) Bishop, Shaun (Victoria) Swan; 5 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; sisters, Sandy, Kathy and Barb (Chuck), brothers, Tom, Jim and Ricky.; numerous nieces and nephews.

Interment Chapel Hill Garden Cemetery, Oak Lawn, Ill

Robert M. Schroeder, Jr.

Robert M. Schroeder, Jr.

Nov 11, 2024

 

Preceded in death by son, Robert Schroeder.

Survived by wife, Sharon Schroeder; son, William Schroeder; daughter, Sharon Schroeder; 11 grandchildren and many great grandchildren

Lilliebell May Sydow

Lilliebell May Sydow

Nov 11, 2024

Funeral Service Friday, November 22, 2024, at 11:00am at the Pacific Street Chapel with interment in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. 

Visitation with the family Thursday, November 21, 2024, 5:00pm to 7:00pm at the Pacific Street Chapel. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ Community Church.

Christine M. (Marchese) Bolmeier

Christine M. (Marchese) Bolmeier

Nov 9, 2024

Chris was born on October 14, 1953, in Omaha, NE. She was a natural performer who brought her passion to the stage. During high school, she starred in lead roles in Hello, Dolly! and Mame, later going on to perform in the musical Hair in Chicago. Chris also found joy singing in various bands. While working as a nail technician,...

Daniel P. Blair

Daniel P. Blair

Nov 7, 2024

Daniel Patrick Blair, 57 years old, of Omaha passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024. Dan was born October 21, 1967, in Omaha, Nebraska.

He was a graduate of Creighton Prep High School. Dan received a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications from the University of Nebraska Omaha, a Master’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Creighton University and a Degree in Respiratory Therapy from...

Thomas Gerard Cogan

Thomas Gerard Cogan

Nov 7, 2024

Tommy Cogan’s Wonderful Life 

February 24, 1961 – November 7, 2024

Thomas G. Cogan (Tommy) was born in Omaha, NE on February 24, 1961, to Richard and Jane (McGraw) Cogan. In March 1990 at the age of 28 Tom moved into the home of Rick and Lori Elliott where he instantly became a member of their growing family. Tommy relished helping raise...

Harold A. Cullip

Harold A. Cullip

Nov 6, 2024

Preceded in death by wife, Sandra Cullip.

Survived by children, Matthew (Janell) Cullip, Kim (Ryan) Thurber; grandchildren, Brittany (Aaron) Frederick, Cole Cullip, Taylor Cullip, Kelsey Thurber; many family and friends.

Interment Westlawn Hillcrest Cemetery.

Verneta J. Dirks

Verneta J. Dirks

Nov 1, 2024

Verneta Jean Dirks, born on February 18, 1945, in Stratton, Nebraska, passed away on November 1, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend. Verneta married Donovan Dirks on October 25, 1969, in Stratton Nebraska. She was known for her exceptional baking skills, particularly her delicious chocolate chip cookies and during Christmas thumbprint spice cookies. Her dedication...

Kathy Barges

Kathy Barges

Oct 31, 2024

Born September 6th, 1943 - Passed October 31st, 2024, Kathy is survived by loving daughter and son-in-law Lisa and Marty Schiermann and brother Walt and sister-in-law Cheryl Davis. Kathy is also survived by stepdaughter Wendy Rivas; grandson Travis Rivas; granddaughter Amanda Hawkins; brother-in-law Matt Barges; brother-in-law Walter Mansfield; best friend Sandra Wesley.

Preceding Kathy in death was the love of her...

Bruce Severson

Bruce Severson

Oct 29, 2024

Bruce died October 29, 2024, at Esprit Whispering Ridge Assisted Living in Omaha, NE, where he had been living for the two years. He was 73 years old and he will be buried at Resurrection Cemetery in Omaha.

Bruce grew up in Albert Lea, MN. He played high school football and continued to stay in touch with his Albert Lea buddies,...

Charlene Burnett

Charlene Burnett

Oct 29, 2024

Survived by daughter, Melody (Tom) Bentley; granddaughters, Regina Shaw (Ian Coleman) and Chelsea Shaw; great grandson, Camden Coleman; cousin, Arthalene Karr.

Preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Burnett; parents, Charles Laird and Ruth Buster.

Charlene and Arnold will placed at Omaha National Cemetery at a later date.

Diane Kay (Officer) Galloway

Diane Kay (Officer) Galloway

Oct 27, 2024

Survived by her children: Leigh Officer (Dave Brown), Libby Officer-Thurston (Ricky), Reise Officer (Natalie), Lynne Officer (Kyle Long), Erinn Thurston (David); grandchildren: Calan Koch, Teryn Koch, Cecilyn Baker, Colleen Brown Cooley, Megan Liby, Caleb Thurston, Logan Thurston, Jameson Officer-Thurston, Khloe Thurston, Jewel Officer, Jess Officer, Emma June Officer, Fallyn Long, Adeline Thurston, and great-grandchildren. Also, survived by: her sister, Pamela...

Peter J. Brodkey

Peter J. Brodkey

Oct 26, 2024

Peter James Brodkey passed away on October 26th at the age of 85. 

 He is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin “Eddie” and Rae Brodkey and wife, Carol Fisher Brodkey. He is survived by his second wife, Nancy McCormick; sister, Susan Cox; children, Steven Brodkey (Michael Wanka), Laura Brodkey (Glenn Scott) and Gail (PJ) Farrell; grandchildren, Sydney Scott and Max...

Aloysius (Al) Wallace Pollack

Aloysius (Al) Wallace Pollack

Oct 25, 2024

 Aloysius Wallace Pollack was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Alois & Dorthy Pollack. He was the second child with 3 sisters, Barbra, Shirley and Ruthie. He graduated from West Allis High School, Class of ’65. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in January of ’67, just days before his 20th birthday. He was assigned to Grand Forks, North...

Cheryl L. Smith

Cheryl L. Smith

Oct 25, 2024

Preceded in death by her parents, Rudy and Mary Ellen Kroupa and brother, James Kroupa.  Cheryl is survived by her four boys, Kevin (Christine) Watkins, Dan (Danielle) Watkins, Jeff (Tricia) Watkins, and Matt (Elizabeth) Watkins; nine grandchildren; sister, Judi (Dan) Visty; six nieces.

Cheryl's family will receive friends Monday from 5:00-6:00PM, followed by a Wake Service at 6:00PM at John A....

Ted Mikulicz, Jr.

Ted Mikulicz, Jr.

Oct 23, 2024

Thadduscz Joseph Mikulicz (Ted Jr.) was born January 31, 1940 in Sioux City, Iowa to Thadduscz (Ted) Sr. and Marjorie Mcnamara Mikulicz. His Grandmother, Stefania, named him Thadduscz, a family name, while his mother was unconscious from the birth.

Ted was the oldest of three children, including his brother Terry (deceased) and sister, Judy of Arlington, Texas.

He grew up in Sioux...

John "Jack" L. Wiley, Jr.

John "Jack" L. Wiley, Jr.

Oct 22, 2024

In Loving Memory of John (Jack) Wiley, Jr.

John (Jack) Wiley, Jr. of Omaha, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 22, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 30, 1938, in Davenport, Iowa, Jack was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.

Jack dedicated his life to his family and the community. He worked for the Douglas...

Joan Alice (Delehant) Hess

Joan Alice (Delehant) Hess

Oct 22, 2024

Survived by her son Dan; brothers Bernie and Pat; sisters Loretta Rader and Kay Kramer.

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