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Marie D.  Johnson

Marie D. Johnson

Oct 9, 2021

Marie Dennell Johnson took her last breath on October 9, 2021, three days after experiencing a stroke. She had good health until that moment, with a strong heart that beat over 3.5 billion times without ever missing. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ray Dennell, a steamfitter and Julia Skrupa Dennell, a homemaker and her three brothers, Alfred,...

Martin  G. Olsen

Martin G. Olsen

Oct 9, 2021

Martin G. Olsen Lt Col USAF (Ret.) Martin was born in Muskegon, MI to Gustav and Henrietta Olsen. He proudly served his country in the US Air Force for 26 years. In December 1960, he married his wife, Joy, and together raised their 5 children. After retiring from the Air Force, he taught in Omaha Public Schools, Eppley Treatment Center...

Mark  Owen Mcdermott

Mark Owen Mcdermott

Oct 8, 2021

Preceded in death by parents, Dr. Paul and Jane McDermott and nephew, Jim Minikus. He is survived by his children, Colin (Brittany) McDermott, Ryan McDermott, Taylor McDermott; grandchildren, Finnegan and Ronan McDermott, siblings, Dr. Michael (Sue) McDermott, Colleen (Jim) Minikus, Dennis (Cecilia) McDermott, Robbie (Steve) Cannon, Hon. Craig (Cathy) McDermott, Pat (Teresa) McDermott; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. VISITATION: Wednesday,...

Robert F. "Chappy" Chapman

Robert F. "Chappy" Chapman

Oct 6, 2021

Robert F. "Chappy" Chapman IV, 45, of Bellevue, NE passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Robert was born on March 12, 1976 in Toledo, OH and raised in Stillwater, OK. He was a 14 year US Air Force veteran and he served 2 tours in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He then went on to civilian duty at Great Falls...

Patricia Rose Laughlin

Patricia Rose Laughlin

Oct 5, 2021

Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel E. “Ed” Laughlin. She is survived by their 6 children and their spouses. Dr Edward Laughlin ( Suzie) Elizabeth Easley (Gregory) Michael Laughlin ( Ann) Theresa Sanley (John) Dr. Thomas Laughlin (Barbara) Rosemary Franco (Joseph) In addition to 23 Grandchildren and 24 Great Grandchildren. Jean & John Polhemus Children: Caroline Ellie...

John  P.  Grant

John P. Grant

Oct 3, 2021

Survived by wife, Shari Grant; children, Sean (Anna) Grant, Paul (Cassie) Grant; Kailey (Aaron) Grant, Jeni (Andrew) Reck; grandchildren, Kellan, Amelia and Stella Grant; siblings, Martha Bruckner, Sue (Carolyn) Grant, Joe (Mary) Grant, sister in law, Teresa Grant; nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by parents, Hon. John T. and Marian Grant; brother, Tim Grant and brother...

Mildred  Jean Stranathan

Mildred Jean Stranathan

Oct 2, 2021

Preceded in death by parents, James and Wilma Bruce. Survived by children, Angela Brau, Mark (Wanda) Stranathan: Significant other, Dave Spenner: grandchildren, Christopher Mace, Michael Mace, Anita Eckley; great granddaughter, Natalie: brother, Jim Bruce; sisters, Gladys Rine, Vivian Hilton, Cheryl Wilks; numerous nieces and nephews.

Philip B.  Bauer

Philip B. Bauer

Oct 1, 2021

Philip Bley Bauer February 28, 1937 – October 1, 2021 Philip passed away on October 1, 2021 in Papillion, Nebraska after a courageous 12-year battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was born on February 28, 1937 in Gilead, Nebraska. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Philip was preceded in death by parents, William George and Gertrude Louise (Bley)...

Brian  S. Walther

Brian S. Walther

Oct 1, 2021

Age 64, of Omaha, NE and formerly of Waterloo, IA died October 1st, 2021 at home of cancer. He was born May 12, 1957 in Waterloo, IA. The son of Harlan F. Walther and Norma J. (Ziemer) Walther. He graduated from West High in 1975 and from University of Northern Iowa in 1981. While at UNI, he met the love...

Melvin E. Doerr

Melvin E. Doerr

Sep 30, 2021

Survived by wife, Gladys; daughter, Cindy Alharithy; sons, Doug (Susan) Doerr and Brian Doerr (Laurie Bell); grandchildren: Haley, Zach, Colin, Dylan, Karlee, and Jaden; brother, Ray (Joyce) Doerr; sister, Stella (Luther) Gutz; sister in law, Janiece Doerr-Carr (Jerry Carr); brothers in law, Tom Guernsey and Lloyd Beethe; extended family and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Reinhard and Bertha (Von...

Virginia Anne Johnson "Ginny" Ostrand

Virginia Anne Johnson "Ginny" Ostrand

Sep 30, 2021

Passed away surrounded by family and friends leaving behind daughter, Mary Ellen Knowles (Leo) and son, Thomas Donald Ostrand (Elizabeth) as well as 9 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She is survived by her brother, Stephen A. Johnson (Dana.) Ginny was preceded in death by her husband, Donald, of 60 years and her daughter, Anne Elizabeth Ostrand. Ginny grew up...

Robert  "Bob" Frank Vacek

Robert "Bob" Frank Vacek

Sep 29, 2021

Robert F. (Bob) Vacek passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at the age of 68. He was born in Omaha to a loving family--the 5th of 9 kids. Bob went on to grow his own family (3 kids) with his loving wife Mary of 42 years. He built a successful legal career, working for Sodoro Daly and Sodoro for...

Linnea Naven

Linnea Naven

Sep 29, 2021

The force of nature, Linnea Johnson Naven, passed into her eternal peace surrounded by her family in Omaha, Nebraska. Try as it might, her literal heart just could not keep up with her figurative one. Linnea began her life in Corning, Iowa, but grew her family in Bellevue, Nebraska. She and her beloved husband of 56 years, Norman, raised three...

Violet M. (Thompson) Pearson

Violet M. (Thompson) Pearson

Sep 28, 2021

OMAHA, NE – Violet M. (Thompson) Pearson passed away on Tuesday morning September 28, 2021, at the age of 95. She had been suffering from Alzheimer’s for the last year, and although heartbroken, we are comforted by the fact she is no longer in any pain. She was born, Violet Marie Kent, August 13, 1926 in Elk County, KS and...

Robert D. Price

Robert D. Price

Sep 27, 2021

Robert Dean Price was born July 9, 1942, in Broken Bow, Nebraska. While growing up in Ogallala, Nebraska, his love of all sports sprouted and carried on throughout his whole life. Bob particularly excelled at football and was even nominated for the National Junior College All-American All Star football squad in 1961. Bob attended McCook Junior College, where he met...

Mary Catherine Larson

Mary Catherine Larson

Sep 27, 2021

Preceded in death by husband, George B. Larson; brothers, Rev. Thomas McDermott, Philip McDermott, James McDermott. Survived by son, Thomas (Julene) Larson; grandchildren, Michelle (Joseph) Iazzetto, Jeffrey (Sarah) Larson, Timothy (Lia) Larson; great grandchildren, Isabella, Nico, Lily, Lucy, Rose, Salvatore; brother, William (Carol) McDermott; sisters, Frances Rogers, Eileen Schafer, Patricia Wilson, Theresa (James) Tunender; numerous nieces and nephews.

Linda Marie Kearns

Linda Marie Kearns

Sep 27, 2021

Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Kearns. Survived by her children, Lindsey (Kevin) Meckna and Justin (Sarah) Kearns; grandchildren, Miles, Mia and J.J.; her 4 sisters; her extended family and many good friends. MEMORIAL VISITATION Saturday, 3:00pm to 5:00pm at the Pacific Street Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Adult and Teen Challenge of the...

Roberta R. Westenburg

Roberta R. Westenburg

Sep 25, 2021

Survived by her children, Marty (Sheyla) Westenburg, Kenneth (Michelle) Westenburg, Paul (Laura) Westenburg and David (Veronica) Westenburg; grandchildren, Hannah, Andrew, Emily, Simeon, Jeremy and Idalia; former husband, Dr. Peter Westenburg, DVM; sister, Joyce Christensen; her extended family and many good friends. Funeral Service Friday, 10:30am at Rockbrook United Methodist Church with Private interment in Westlawn Hillcrest Cemetery. Visitation with the...

Douglas L.  Lyons

Douglas L. Lyons

Sep 24, 2021

Preceded in death by father Donald Lyons. Survived by mother Marie Lyons, sister Cathy (Ken) Heidvogel, and nephew Brian Heidvogel. Douglas was a member of the Iron Workers Local 21 for 45 years.

Jerry M.  Dueling

Jerry M. Dueling

Sep 24, 2021

Preceded in death by mother, Jaunita : 3 brothers; 1 sister. Survived by wife, Susan Dueling; children, Vicki Nepodal, Brian Bonacci, Jason Dueling; 3 grandchildren; sister, Sue; brother, Mike.

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