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Local obituaries for Omaha & Bellevue, Nebraska
and surrounding areas
Ralph D. Clark
Jul 21, 2023
Born in St. Charles, Mo, one of eight children. He was always close to his mother. He spent much of his formative childhood in Bellevue, Nebraska, playing Varsity wrestling, football, l and track at Bellevue High School. Our father had many fond memories spending summers with his grandmother who was tough as nails and passed on that same tenacity that...
Marvin John Peatrowsky
Jul 19, 2023
Marvin John Peatrowsky, age 82 of Elkhorn, passed away on July 19, 2023.
Marvin was the kindest soul, whose memory will be forever cherished by those near and dear to him. World travel was among his favorite pastimes. He especially enjoyed his several Alaskan Cruises with his wife, Deb; their names forever engrained in a heart on the wall at the...
Phyllis E. Weinacht (Nee Gilg)
Jul 18, 2023
On July 18, 2023, Phyllis Eileen (Gilg) Weinacht passed away after a brief and sudden illness at the age of 79. Her hand was held by Bob, her loving husband of fifty-four years.
Phyllis was born in (Stuart) Atkinson, Nebraska on January 19, 1944, to Ivan and Eileen Gilg. She graduated from Creighton University and became a teacher. She soon met...
Rita J. Ziska
Jul 18, 2023
She was born on October 7, 1943 and died peacefully with her daughters present on July 18, 2023 in Omaha.
Rita is preceded in death by her parents: Joseph F. Tvrdy, Sr. and Helen (Gabler) Tvrdy; sister Mary Ann Tvrdy Burkholder, brother-in- law Jerry Burkholder, nephew John Burkholder; brother Jim Tvrdy, and niece and goddaughter Gina Tvrdy.
She is survived by and...
Barry L. Gerken
Jul 16, 2023
Barry attended St. Cecilia's Elementary and Cathedral High School, then earned his undergraduate degree from Creighton University and his law degree from the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. After law school, Barry was drafted by the Army and served as a Judge Advocate General in Germany for 2 years. After an honorable discharge, Barry worked for the IRS for over...
Joan F. Mares
Jul 12, 2023
Joan was born October 18. 1946 to Adolph and Wilma Mares of North Bend, NE. She passed away suddenly at her home on July 12, 2023. The family moved to Fremont in 1960 where Joan attended Fremont High School graduating in 1964. She then attended Midland Lutheran College graduating in 1968 with a Bachelor of Science degree. She went on...
Kristine L. Scahill
Jul 11, 2023
Preceded in death by father, Clyde Fox.
Survived by husband, Michael Scahill; children, Laura (Matt) Chouinard, Quinn (Emily) Scahill; grandchildren, Claire Chouinard, Harper Scahill; mother, Lucille Fox; sisters, Peggy Fox, Jenny (Rick) Calkins.
Laura L. Betourne
Jul 10, 2023
Preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Rev. John Betourne; aunt, Oleda Davison; brothers, Bob Bungard and Bud Bungard. Survived by her children, Elaine (Bart) Stough, Melynda (Mike) Delis, Jeffrey (Kim) Best, Mark (Patti) Best and Oleda (Dan) King; 15 grandchildren, 8.5 great-grandchildren; her good friend, Bette Boukal; her extended family and many good friends.
Everyone loved Laura...
Mary E. Zukas
Jul 10, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Zukas, 75, of Omaha, passed away Monday, July 10 after a 2-year battle with cancer. Preceded in death by husband, Kenneth V. Zukas (2006), and her parents, Dennis and Rosemary Pabich. She leaves behind her two daughters, Christina Zukas and Maureen Kleymann, son-in-law, Jay and her grandsons, Adam and Aaron, her brother, Dennis and, and her sister, Christine.
A...
Cynthia "Cyndee" M. Barnhard
Jul 8, 2023
Cynthia Marie Barnhard entered the Church Triumphant on July 8, 2023. She was born on January 8, 1951, to Kenyon and Alice Caldwell, in Vermillion, South Dakota. She was baptized and confirmed as a Methodist in her youth.
Cyndee graduated from Burke High School in 1969. She attended Kearney State College for two years where she met her future husband, Frederick....
Anna M. Glad
Jul 8, 2023
Anna Mae Glad (Jenkins) was born in Hallock, MN on February 25, 1941 to Stanley and Elvina Jenkins. She was the 6th of 8 children. Anna spent her childhood years on the family’s farm just a few miles outside of Hallock. She and her two brothers and five sisters lived in a small farmhouse.
In high school, Anna enjoyed music and...
Elmer W. Jungels
Jul 7, 2023
Elmer passed away on July 7, 2023, peacefully at home. He was surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on July 12, 2023, 6 pm followed by a Wake Service at 7pm at John A. Gentleman Mortuaries Pacific Street Chapel.
Memorial Service 11 am Thursday, July 13, 2023, St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 15353 Pacific Street, Omaha,...
Arthur L. Bourks
Jul 5, 2023
He is preceded in death by his wife Dorothy Bourks, 2 brothers, and a sister. Survived by his two daughters Sheila (Marc) Viola and Paula (Richard) Graham; grandchildren David Graham, Timothy Graham, Allison Baumgardner, and Lena Viola; great grandchildren Cayden Baumgardner and Etta Graham.
Edward S. Cohn, M.D.
Jul 5, 2023
Edward S. Cohn, M.D., a respected medical professional and beloved member of the Omaha community, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2023, at the age of 82.
Born on September 12, 1940, in Cumberland, Maryland, Ed was the son of Ben K. Cohn and Rose Goldman Cohn. Ed completed his Bachelor's degree from The Johns Hopkins University where he was also...
Norma Gale Bishop
Jul 3, 2023
Norma “Gale” Bishop
December 11, 1942 – July 3, 2023
Beloved Wife, Mother, Oma and Great Oma. Gale owned a flower shop in Bellevue for many years until retirement. Survived by husband Grady; children, Jim (Lisa) Taylor, Tracy (Chris) Watts, and Doug (Crissy) Bishop; grandchildren, Abigale and Reed Taylor, Ashley and Bryce Watts, Doug, Jr. and Brittany Bishop; great grandchildren, Hunter, Emma...
Larry Gerald Davenport
Jul 2, 2023
Died peacefully surrounded by family. Larry survived by his wife of 63 years, Roberta; 4 children Kathleen Dick, Larry JR, Crystal Howell, & Keith; grandchildren Dustin, Kaylie, Megan, Emily, Hannah, Logan, Nick, Grace, & Joe: great-grandchildren Isla & Lily; sister Dolores Leto & brother Dennis Davenport.
Visitation Monday, July 10, at St. James Catholic Church, beginning at 9:00 am, Rosary at...
Larry Leon Alexander
Jul 1, 2023
Larry Leon Alexander was born on September 20, 1949 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was the son of Melvin & Virginia (Long) Alexander.
Larry graduated from Benson High School in 1967. He worked as a line mechanic for a Ford dealership. He worked for several years in the maintenance department at UNMC. Retiring in 1997 due to health issues.
In 1983, Larry purchased...
Jacquie Faye Smeall
Jun 30, 2023
Preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years, Frank Smeall. Survived by children, Melvin (Angie) Smeall, Aaron (Lisa) Smeall, and Brenna (Jo Ann Peterson) Smeall; grandchildren, Marney, Garrett, Courtney, Van, and Remi; brother, Dale (Gloria) Fowler; her extended family and many good friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE Wednesday, July 5, 2023, 1:00pm at the Bellevue Chapel with interment at 2:30pm at...
Lorraine J. Kruse
Jun 28, 2023
She was proud of the fact that she outlived the Queen. The family genealogist, Lorraine enjoyed traveling, gardening, opera and was a volume reader and collector of books of all kinds.
Lorraine received a business degree from Omaha University and a career with Northwestern Bell until her health forced her into early retirement.
She is preceded in death by her parents, David...
Randall E. Kollasch
Jun 26, 2023
June 26, 2023, Randall “Randy” Eugene Kollasch, 75, of Omaha, NE, a three time cancer survivor, passed away after an unexpected illness suddenly called him home to our Lord. He was surrounded by his wife Connie (Cassel) and their children, who ushered him into our Lord’s arms with prayer, music, and the sharing of memories.
Randy was born on October 11,...
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