Arlene J wilsey

Arlene Joanne (Voss) Wilsey

August 28, 1937 – November 11, 2026

Arlene Joanne (Voss) Wilsey passed away on November 11, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska. A native Iowan, born in Atlantic, Iowa, she was raised in Marne and then Council Bluffs. She migrated to Bellevue, Nebraska, in 1959 for the first time, returning again to live in 1962.

In 1981, Arlene became interested in family history and began active genealogical pursuits in her spare moments using the all-sibling approach. Surnames included Voss, Armstrong, Stickler, Christensen and Gundersen. In addition to her own extensive search efforts, she multiplied her holdings by networking with others—everyone benefited. She was a past member of the Greater Omaha Genealogical Society (GOGS) and the Iowa Genealogical Society and previously served as newsletter editor for GOGS.

Arlene was presently a member of the Douglas County Historical Society and the General Crook House Guild. She served on the Guild Board for more than ten years, including a term as President and other positions on the Executive Board.

As an administrative assistant and executive secretary, Arlene enjoyed the privilege of association with some of the nation's top military leaders and other high achievers. Retiring early, she moved to Northwest Omaha in 1987, where she remained.

She also served three years as Secretary of the Skyline Residents' Council and five years on the Skyline Foundation Board.

Traveling and family history were her favorite pastimes, adding the computer for seniors in later years. She traveled to a number of states, including Hawaii, toured Europe and researched in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Arlene was an only child. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy C. and Helen M. Voss. She is survived by her aunt, Lorene M. Cozad of Gretna, Nebraska, along with a number of cousins and friends.

Arlene will be buried at Evergreen Cemetery next to her parents, on Wednesday, November 18 at 2 pm.