OBITUARIES

Local obituaries for Omaha, & Douglas County, NE.

Bertha Mary Schultz

Bertha Mary Schultz

Jan 8, 2025

Bertha Babutzke Schultz went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 8th, 2025. This loving woman left many cherished memories with her friends and family. She leaves behind her husband, Lowell Schultz, her children, Kimberly (Mike)Lacey, Jeff (Debbie) Jacob and Denia (Dallas) Wimer. Her beautiful grandchildren, whom she loved to the moon and back, Dustin (Beth) Pennington,...

Betty Toews

Betty Toews

Jan 7, 2025

On Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Betty Toews of Omaha passed away peacefully at 93 years of age. 

Betty will be dearly missed and remembered by her children Julie (Mark), Martin (Stephen), Katherine (Mick), and Mary (Gene); grandchildren, Veronica (Neal), Elizabeth (Tyler), Kristine (Steven), Cecilia, Glenn (Simi), Emily, Ronald (Jessica), Charlotte (Ellyse), and Ryan (Stephanie); great grandchildren, Danica, Ezra, Atticus, Waverly, Mickey...

Jean K. Bodenstedt

Jean K. Bodenstedt

Jan 7, 2025

Hannah Jean Kieft was born September 16, 1945 in Sioux City, Iowa to Thomas and Marion (Lamar) Kieft. She received her early education in the Sioux City schools. During these years, Jean became an accomplished figure skater and excelled in writing and language arts. She graduated high school at Saint Katherine’s Episcopal Girls School of Davenport, Iowa with the class...

Martha Stallings Line

Martha Stallings Line

Dec 31, 2024

Martha Jean Stallings was born in 1935 to G. L. Stallings and Martha Austin Williams of Spartanburg, South Carolina. After her father’s death in 1943, Martha’s mother married an Army lawyer who moved the family to Fremont, Nebraska. 

From early childhood, “Moppy,” as she was known to many friends, loved dogs, most recently her beloved basset hound, Barrymore.

A 1953 graduate of...

Michael Word Morgan

Michael Word Morgan

Dec 27, 2024

Michael Word Morgan, 72, died on December 27, 2024, after a lengthy battle with interstitial lung disease, including a double lung transplant on July 29, 2024, his birthday. He leaves a legacy of light, music, humor, and a heartbroken family.

 Michael was born on July 29, 1952 to Lucy (Wickie) Wilkins Word Morgan and George (Sonny) Clifton Morgan Jr. He was...

Wayne R Grupe

Wayne R Grupe

Dec 26, 2024

Wayne R. Grupe, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of love, dedication, and faith. He had struggled with Alzheimer's and Lewy Body Dementia for several years, but he continued to share his faith and enthusiasm for life with those around him.

Wayne was born and raised in Beatrice, Nebraska where he...

Richard Lee Johnson

Richard Lee Johnson

Dec 25, 2024

Richard “Dick” Lee Johnson, Sr. passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on December 25th, 2024. He truly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He worked for Union Pacific Railroad for 35 years as an Associate Systems Engineer. He set a wonderful example of working hard to provide for his family and instilled those qualities in...

Sandra Bonkosky

Sandra Bonkosky

Dec 24, 2024

Sandra (Oswald) Bonkosky, originally of Garrettsville, Ohio, and a long-time resident of Michigan and Tennessee before making Tekamah, Nebraska her home a decade ago, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve morning.

Sandra is survived by her children Erica Bonkosky-Montefusco (spouse Brian Montefusco) and Matthew Ticknor (spouse Sara); her cherished grandchildren Kailee (Ticknor) Lindsey, Parker Ticknor, Isaac Ticknor, and Sirivipa Nantasomboon; her...

Nicole M. Vosika

Nicole M. Vosika

Dec 14, 2024

Nicole M. Vosika of Omaha passed away on December 14th, 2024 at the age of 40. She brought kindness, joy, and love to everyone around her.

A service to celebrate her life will be held on January 11th with a visitation from 1-3PM followed by a memorial service at 3PM at Meadows Elementary School in Ralston. 

Nicole will be greatly missed and...

Jon Gerard Veik

Jon Gerard Veik

Dec 8, 2024

Jon G. Veik, 56, of Bellevue, NE passed away at home on Dec. 8th due to Glioblastoma complications.

Jon was born to Flavian and Monica Veik in Columbus, NE on June 22nd, 1968. After graduating from Humphry St. Francis, he went forth to pursue his dream of being an over the road truck driver.

In 2007 he married his wife Debbie and...

Ellen Marie Fielding

Ellen Marie Fielding

Dec 3, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Ellen. She passed away unexpectedly at her home in Omaha, NE, and will be lovingly missed by her family and friends.

Ellen was born to Court and Lillian Rice Fielding in McCook, NE on April 12, 1950, and grew up on the family farm near Hayes Center. She loved walking the...

Diane Marie Andahl

Diane Marie Andahl

Dec 1, 2024

Diane Marie Andahl, deeply loved as a mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on December 1, 2024, at the age of 67, leaving warm memories in the hearts of many. Born on June 21, 1957, Diane lived a life filled with love, kindness, and dedication to her family and friends.

Diane was a devoted mother to her...

John Weisengoff

John Weisengoff

Nov 27, 2024

John Weisengoff passed away on November 27, 2024, at the age of 63, in Bellevue, Nebraska. John was born on September 19, 1961, to Lorraine and Paul E. Weisengoff in Baltimore, Maryland. After John graduated from Mount Saint Joseph High School, he attended Baltimore’s culinary college. After graduation with a degree in Culinary Arts, he worked as a professional chef...

Hal Gilbert Lankford

Hal Gilbert Lankford

Nov 17, 2024

Hal Gilbert Lankford passed away Sunday, November 17 after more than 99 fruitful and colorful years. Born in Rexburg, Idaho on June 17, 1925, Hal grew up in rural Missouri, attending a one-room school and graduating from Lebanon High School. He attended the Naval Officer training programs at the University of the South (Sewanee, TN) and Columbia University (NY) and...

Scott Thomas Appleton

Scott Thomas Appleton

Nov 16, 2024

Scott Thomas Appleton, aged 54, passed away on November 16,2024 in Omaha Nebraska with his family at his bedside. Born December 9, 1969. Scott was known for his loving, caring nature and the joy he brought to those around him.

Scott completed his education with a GED and went on to have a successful career at Dell Computers. He also enjoyed...

Martin G. Desilets

Martin G. Desilets

Nov 1, 2024

Lieutenant Colonel Martin (Marty) G. Desilets, a decorated U.S. Air Force veteran and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024, at the age of 90. Born on April 17, 1934, in Springfield, Massachusetts, Marty dedicated his life to serving his country and his loved ones. Over the course of Marty's distinguished military flying career, he earned numerous...

John Vernon Laux

John Vernon Laux

Oct 26, 2024

John Vernon Laux was born on September 2, 1941, in Le Mars, Iowa. He passed away on October 26, 2024, in Omaha, NE at the age of 83. He was the beloved son of Vernon and Lucille (Bethke) Laux. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.

John graduated from...

Janet Anzalone

Janet Anzalone

Oct 23, 2024

JANET ANZALONE 61 OF OMAHA NE – PASSED AWAY WED OCT 23, 2024, AFTER A LONG BATTLE WITH ALCOHOL ADDICTION. JANET NEVER WANTED TO BE REMEMBERED BY HER ADDICTION OR MISTAKES BUT RATHER AS THE LOVING CARING PERSON SHE TRULY WAS.

HER MAIN HAPPINESS, JOY AND PURPOSE IN LIFE WAS HER SON TONY WHOM SHE LOVED TO THE MOON AND BACK....

Chad Stokes

Chad Stokes

Oct 23, 2024

October 16, 1967 - October 23, 2024

 

Chad W. Stokes, 57, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away on October 23rd from a brief illness with his beloved wife and family by his side.

 

Chad was always there with a cheerful attitude to lend a helping hand to anyone and everyone. His smile, wonderful personality, and great sense of humor would light up...

Susan Patricia McAleer

Susan Patricia McAleer

Oct 17, 2024

Susan P. McAleer, age 75 of Omaha, passed unexpectedly on October 17, 2024.

Preceded in death by her husband, James McAleer; parents, John and Stella Keating; sister, Kaye (Bill) Spring; brothers, Mike (Barb) Keating and Jack Keating. Susan is survived by her daughters, Jen Mathews and Megan Winnike; grandchildren, Owen and Leo Mathews, Mya and Elana Glassman, Mackenzie Storey and Liam...

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