Obituaries
Recent Obituaries in Omaha, NE
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Omaha, NE area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
Richard Lee Mundy
Feb 21, 2025
Richard “Dick”, “Chance” Mundy passed away peacefully at his home on February 21st, 2025. He was born on April 10, 1953, to the late John Mundy and Marie (Wood) LeGault in Omaha, NE. Dick is survived by his sisters, Carol (Gus) Parpas, Margaret (Jim) Hageman, Patty Mundy, Annie (John) Bombardo, extended family and many dear friends. The family will receive...
Kenneth Lundberg
Feb 21, 2025
Kenneth Earl (Butch) Lundberg, 72, of Gretna, Nebraska, passed away February 21, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, following complications from surgery. Butch was born on September 28, 1952, in Estherville, Iowa, to Kenneth and Dorothy (Clark) Lundberg He attended grade school in Dakota City, Nebraska, and graduated from South Sioux City High School with the class of...
Dolores J Pettitt
Feb 20, 2025
Dolores (Dee) J. Pettitt, aged 87, passed away on February 20, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. Born on June 17, 1937, in Newburgh New York, Dee was known for her vibrant spirit and deep love for her family, embodying the essence of a spirited Italian grandmother. Dee was a beloved mother, grandmother (Gigi), and sister. She is survived by her...
Wayne Lee Faris
Feb 19, 2025
Wayne Lee Faris
7/7/1948 - 2/19/2025
Wayne Faris, 76, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away on February 19, 2025, after a lifetime of spreading joy and laughter to all who knew him.
Wayne was born on July 7, 1948, in Nebraska City, Nebraska to proud parents Randall Lee Faris and Margaret Jean Balfour of...
Patricia Ann Mennenga
Feb 18, 2025
Patricia Ann Mennenga Patricia Mennenga passed away February 18th, 2025 in Omaha, NE. Pat was born April 8th, 1952 in Lincoln, NE and grew up in Mead. After graduating from Mead High School, she attended the University of Iowa, earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She was a member of Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. Pat worked for the Visiting...
Wayne Albert Wilke
Feb 18, 2025
Wayne A. Wilke May 28, 1941 - February 18, 2025 Wayne passed away peacefully February 18, 2025. He leaves behind his wife of 65 years Delores; son, Michael (Tina) Wilke; daughter, Vickie (Andy) Wilke-Lendt; grand daughter, Amy Wilke. A celebration of Wayne's life is planned for a later date in MN. Wayne Albert Wilke was born in Ceylon MN on...
Thomas W. Achilles
Feb 18, 2025
Thomas “Tom” Achilles, 62, of Omaha, Nebraska, originally from Cedar Rapids, Iowa passed away at home, Tuesday, February 18th after a long illness. Tom was born March 27, 1962 to Kenneth & Sharyl (Herington) Achilles in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he attended Kennedy High School. He later attended Mid America Nazarene College in Olathe, Kansas. On May 15, 1997 he...
Carol Ann Gazdag
Feb 17, 2025
Carol went home to be with the Lord on February 17, 2025. She lived Ephesians 4:32 “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Carol was born in Omaha, NE on March 18, 1964. She was the middle child of Don and Ada Mahrt. She completed her education in Omaha and...
Ada Mae Mahrt
Feb 17, 2025
Ada went home to be with the Lord on February 17, 2025. Her life was an embodiment of Proverbs 31: 28, 30. “Her children rise and call her blessed… a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” Ada was born in Winnebago, NE on June 27, 1932 to Harry and Ada Chamberlain. She was the youngest of 11...
Jerald "Jerry" Allen Moss
Feb 15, 2025
Jerald "Jerry" Allen Moss October 20, 1947 ~ February 15, 2025 Jerald (“Jerry”) Allen Moss, 77, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 20, 1947, in Watertown, South Dakota, to Ada and George Moss, Jerry grew up in Henry, SD, and graduated from Henry High School...
Samuel Allie Hyman
Feb 14, 2025
Sam Allie Hyman March 29, 1950 - February 14, 2025 Sam was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother and Hero. He served our country in the U.S. Air Force active duty for 28 years in multiple active war zones. He then spent another 15-year contracting with the military, training new troops to protect all those that he loved within...
Mary Jo Strong
Feb 12, 2025
Mary Jo Strong April 28, 1951 ~ February 12, 2025 Mary Jo Strong was born on April 28, 1951, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She grew up in Albuquerque and graduated from Highland High School. She then attended Eastern New Mexico University, where she earned a master’s degree in history. It was at ENMU that she made many lifelong friends. Mary...
Steven James Karaus
Feb 12, 2025
Steven J. Karaus "Steve" November 21, 1951 - February 12, 2025 Preceded in death by parents, James and Mary Margaret (Thomas) Karaus; brother, Mick Karaus Survived by sons, Steve Karaus (Becky), Scott Karaus (Amanda), Mark Karaus (Lisa), Jeff Karaus (Molly); grandchildren, Ryan (Malia), Taylor, Dylan, James, Toni (Spencer), Samantha, Jace, Briley, Rowyn; great granddaughter, Isabel; brother, Arnie Karaus (Dave); sister,...
Mary L Tolbert
Feb 11, 2025
Mary Lee Tolbert 4/1/1932 ~ 2/11/2025 Mary Lee Tolbert was born April 1st 1932 by a mid-wife in Sweet Home Arkansas to the parents of R.V. Brown and Annie Bell Lewis. Mary, affectionately called Mae Lee, and her two sisters, Ethel and Mabelline, were reared by their grandparents in Sweet Home, Mama Nancy and Papa George Morgan. Growing up on...
William K Doakes
Feb 11, 2025
On Monday, January 5, 1942, William K. "Bill" Doakes graced this earth with his loving presence. Born to Adeline McIntosh and Lloyd Doakes.. He crossed over to the great divide on February 11, 2025, at the age of 83 in Omaha Nebraska. Born in Muskogee, Oklahoma he also spent his early formative years ratherish in Southern California. William also known...
Faye Doris Douglas
Feb 10, 2025
Faye D. Douglas October 18, 1937 - February 10, 2025 Full obituary pending Celebration of Faye's Life: Tuesday, February 18 at 11 am, with visitation from 10-11 am, at Olive Crest United Methodist Church, 7180 N 60th St, Omaha, NE Interment: Forest Lawn Memorial Park
Samuel Owen Schramm
Feb 9, 2025
Samuel Owen Schramm April 30,1965 to February 9, 2025 Sam was born April 30, 1965 in Omaha Nebraska. He was the 8th boy and 9th child. Preceded in death by father, Donald Schramm, brothers Patrick and Michael and sister Jana Dunn. Survived by wife, Donna Schramm, mother, Patricia Schramm and brothers Doug (Joan), Rock, David (Vicki), Kurt (Diane), Pete and...
Shirley A. Neville
Feb 7, 2025
Shirley A. Neville (Janz) November 1, 1945 – February 7, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Shirley A. Neville (Janz), a beloved wife, mother, award-winning quilter, and baker, who passed away on February 7, 2025, after a fierce 15-year battle with cancer. Born on November 1,1945 in Kitchener, Ontario, she was a spirited, spunky woman with a...
James C. Fantroy
Feb 7, 2025
James C. Fantroy December 2, 1944 ~ February 7, 2025 James is preceded in death by his parents a brother-in-law and a son. He is survived by 6 siblings and 5 children. CELEBRATION OF LIFE: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:30 am, with VISITATION starting at 9:00 am, all at Mount Nebo Missionary Baptist Church (5501 N 50th St, Omaha,...
Lawrence George Holtzman
Feb 7, 2025
Lawrence G. Holtzman "Larry" October 5, 1941 – February 7, 2025 Lawrence George Holtzman, a beloved father, husband and grandfather, died at Methodist Hospital at the age of 83. Larry, who is survived by his wife of 48 years, Carol, his son Robert and his wife, Shannon and their children, Elizabeth, Henry and Eleanor, and his daughter Jennifer and her...
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