Jun 11, 2023

Bisig, Judith Lee

January 29, 1940 – June 11, 2023

Judith Lee (Hutton) Bisig, a long-time resident of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at Prairie Meadows Memory Care Center. She was 83 years old.

Judy was born on January 29, 1940, in Dayton, OH to Thomas and Gladys Hutton. She graduated from Creighton University Magna Cum Laude with a...

Jun 9, 2023

Holy crap, what a woman! JoEllen “Gramma JoJo” began her amazing life on May 3, 1947 in Oakland, NE and peacefully moved on June 9, 2023 at her home in Omaha, NE. JoEllen was the oldest of seven children in a farming family that initially lived near Macy, NE during her childhood. Her family moved to Decatur after fourth grade.

She...

Jun 8, 2023

Darrel Williamsen was born in Omaha, NE on June 23, 1940 to Gilbert Williamsen and Rhoda Williamsen (Kempcke). He was preceded in death by both parents.

Dale Williamsen is Darrel's younger brother.

Growing up, some of Darrel’s favorite activities included hunting and participating in his high school ROTC program. While in high school, Darrel met the love of his life, Mary Wagner...

Jun 6, 2023

Kenneth R. Fortney, Jr. (1937-2023)

Kenneth Russell Fortney, Jr of Wichita, KS and Omaha, NE passed away June 6, 2023. He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Deanne (Davis), mother Elizabeth Fortney and sister Deane (Fortney) Ricord. He is survived by his children, Kristina E. (Bob) Arteaga, Melissa A. (James) Troub, Jennifer L. Fortney; grandchildren Sarah L. Troub and...

Jun 4, 2023

William Robert King (Bill), aged 73, passed away at his home in Omaha, Nebraska, on June 4, 2023, with his beloved wife Kartha by his side. 

Bill was born on April 2, 1950, in Boulder City, Nevada to Robert and Rose King. He and his family later moved to California where he graduated in 1968 from Loara High School

in Anaheim....

Jun 4, 2023

Born in Omaha, grew up in south Hanscom Park neighborhood. Attended Our Lady of Lourdes grade school. Graduated from South High School. Retired from Omaha Public Power District in 1993.

Louise was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Rudolph A. Drabek; parents, Joseph and Benedicta Hoffman and nine siblings.

Survived by sons, Kenneth Drabek, James Drabek; daughters, Deborah Drabek, Donna (Jeral)...

Jun 3, 2023

Wayne Michael Kurtz age 76 of Omaha, NE passed away on June 3, 2023. He is preceded in death by his Father Michael Kurtz, Mother Francis Kurtz, Brother, Ken Kurtz and Great Grand Daughter Oaklee McSweeney.

Wayne was born on July 12, 1946 to Michael and Francis Kurtz in Chicago, Il.

Wayne graduated from Mendel Catholic High School and went on to...

Jun 3, 2023

Preceded in death by wife Corazon; parents Romulo and Nemesia DelMundo, Sr.; brothers Ricardo and Romulo, Jr.

Survived by children Jordan and Johanna (Drew); siblings Crispin (Marcelina), Leonor (Bella), Mario (Neneth), Lily (Roland) and Julie; sisters-in-law Clarie and Liza; many nieces and nephews.

Visitation with the family Wednesday, June 7, 2023 10:00-11:00 AM at John A. Gentleman Mortuaries Pacific Street Chapel, followed...

Jun 3, 2023

Dr. Michael Lee Manning

August 18, 1963 – June 3, 2023

Survived by wife Ana; children: Marie, Miles, Claire, McKenna, Mason and Max; stepchildren: Cora, David, Midas and Mateo; brother Kevin R. Manning; numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Thomas James and Sue Elizabeth (Burgess) Manning.

Mass of Christian Burial Friday, July 14th at 10:00AM at St. Margaret Mary Catholic...

Jun 2, 2023

Dolores Johnson age 83 of Omaha, NE died 06/02/2023 after a nine-year battle with myelodysplastic syndrome.

Dolores was the granddaughter of Polish immigrants, Rozalia (Rose) Skibinski Alenic born 1895 and Adolf Skibinski born 1881. Both immigrated legally to the USA in the early 1900's. Adolf obtained his citizenship in 1923 and Rose in 1930.

They married and settled in South Omaha and...

Jun 1, 2023

Natasha Oakman passed away June 1st, 2023, after a brief and courageous battle with an unexpected medical condition.

Born April 5th, 1974, in Denver, she moved to Omaha to attend Creighton University.

She was a teacher at Duchesne Academy for her whole working life and influenced many young students there.

She married Steve Oakman in 1999 and shared 24 wonderful years with him....

May 31, 2023

Wayne Dale Shearer, 79, of Omaha/Papillion, passed away on May 31 after a long battle with

cancer.

Wayne was born on August 31, 1943 to Earl and Clara Shearer in Mason City, Iowa. Wayne

participated on the Mohawk swim team, graduated in 1961 and remained a part of his

classmates and alumni group for the rest of his life. He was active in motorcycle...

May 30, 2023

Survived by parents, Louie Volkmann and Jennifer Chrisinger; grandparents, Patricia and Alan Chrisinger, Mike and Theresa Volkmann, Jill Volkmann; great grandmother, Chickie Linsman.

May 29, 2023

Preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Rose Chloupek. Survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Erlene; children, Rosanne (William), Rudy, Jr. (Linda) and Patrice (Stephen); grandsons, Alexander (Amelia) and Michael; great-granddaughter, Billie; his extended family and many good friends.

May 29, 2023

May 29, 2023

Denny “Obie” McNulty was born in Omaha, NE on December 15th, 1942, to Mary Ellen and Donald McNulty at St. Joseph’s hospital. He graduated from South High School in 1961 and went on to serve in the Navy from 1961 – 1965. Following his service in the Navy, Denny worked for Western Electric, retiring after 35 years.

Denny and his beloved...

May 28, 2023

Preceded in death by her parents, brothers: Albert, Bernard, William, James. Donald and sister, Sr. Carolita Taylor, RSM

Survived by her sister, Alberta Green, sister-in-law Mariam Taylor, nieces and nephews as well as her sisters of the Sisters of Mercy.

May 25, 2023

Mark “Tom” Merrill caring husband, dad, grandpa, brother, friend, teller of terrible jokes and lover of all animals. He left this world May 25th, 2023 at the age of 71. Tom was born in Red Cloud, NE to Cecil and Helen Merrill. Fourth of eight children he went on to marry Joyce Busch on May 26, 1973. Tom and Joyce...

May 25, 2023

     Nancy Louise Ortman Ryan was born on February 22, 1932, in Omaha, Nebraska, daughter of Charles and Ruth (Vest) Ortman and sister of Chuck and Tom Ortman.

     Nancy attended Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart and Rosary College, where she flourished academically, receiving both her high school and college degree from Duchesne.

     In 1954, following a remarkable and unforgettable 3-month...

May 23, 2023

Terrance G. Buschelman Lt. Col US Marines (Ret.)

February 22, 1951 – May 23, 2023

Terrance (Terry) was born in Fordyce, NE to Cletus and Mary Jane (Gilson) Buschelman on February 22, 1951. He graduated from Hartington Cedar Catholic High School (1969), and Mount Marty College (1973) in Yankton, SD. He later earned his master’s degree from Pepperdine University. Terry married Vickie...