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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.
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Dennis C. Parker
Jan 26, 2020
PARKER, Dennis C. 6/20/1961 – 1/26/2020 Age 58 years of Omaha Dennis was born and resided in Omaha. Dennis graduated from Burke high school where he played baseball. He was a very good pitcher and athlete. He had so much love for the sport that he once tried out for the Omaha Royals, but threw his shoulder out. He had...
Cindy S. "The Cookie Lady" Mahr
Jan 25, 2020
MAHR, Cindy S. 4/18/1955 – 1/25/2020 Preceded in death by husband Tommy Jo Mahr, mother Della Cantwell and her husband Robert, brother John Robb, sister Elizabeth Syvertsen Cindy is survived by Her Love, Jerry Wyble; Father John Robb; Sister Laurie Robb; Brother Brian Robb & wife Denise; Many other relatives and friends. Celebration of Cindy’s Life will be held on...
Norma M. Van Riper
Jan 25, 2020
Van Riper, Norma M. 6/4/1927 – 1/25/2020 Age 92 years of Omaha Norma Mae Vakoc was born to Edward and Elsie Vakoc on June 4th, 1927 in Woodlake, Nebraska.She lived on a cattle ranch in the Sandhills of western Nebraska with her three brothers; Roy, Larry & Archie and one sister; Katherine, for the first 18 years of her life....
Diana Lynn Decatur
Jan 25, 2020
DECATUR, Diana Lynn 3/25/1946 - 1/25/2020 Survived by her sons, Travis & Kye Decatur, mother Bobbie, other relatives and friends Graveside Service: Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020 at 11:00am at the Omaha National Cemetery Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE 68114 402-391-2171
James A. Trebilcock
Jan 24, 2020
TREBILCOCK, James A. 3/23/1926 – 1/24/2020 Age 94 years of Omaha James was a proud Korean War Veteran with the U.S. Marine Corps. He was preceded in death by wife Joann Trebilcock; James is survived by his Son Mark (Stacie) Trebilcock; Daughter Linda Klein; 4 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grand Daughters; Many other relatives and friends. Visitation: Wed., January 29, 2020...
Richard L. Hardin
Jan 24, 2020
HARDIN, Richard L. 4/21/1940 - 1/24/2020 Age 79 years of Omaha Richard passed away very peacefully at River City Nursing Home. He used to make trophies and worked in construction. Richard enjoyed woodworking and loved watching movies, especially Westerns. Preceded in death by parents Gilbert & Kathrine Hardin, Sisters: Rose Marie Forest, Kathy Lawrence; He is survived by many other...
Herbert B. Andrews
Jan 19, 2020
Herb 'Sonny" Andrews was born in Midwest Wyoming to Herbert and Mildred Andrews. He was a Navy Veteran and a proud 43-year employee of Union Pacific. He enjoyed bicycle riding and especially participating in BRAN (Bicycle Ride Across Nebraska) and watching baseball. Survived by loving wife of 71 years, Theresa (Kuhfahl). Preceded in death by parents Herbert and Mildred Andrews,...
Jack A. Dillon
Jan 19, 2020
DILLON, Jack A. Age 84, of Omaha Preceded in death by his loving wife and best friend, Donna. Survived by his five children, Jack Jr., Jason, Mary, Jeremy, Nancy and their families. Devoted Husker and New York Yankees fan. He was always there for us and never let us down. Private family services. Memorials to the Nebraska Humane Society. To...
Allison Jean Ainge
Jan 18, 2020
AINGE, Allison J. 8/21/1980 – 1/18/2020 Preceded in death by parents, Allen & Susan Ainge Survived by: sister, Heather (Andy) Jenkins & their two daughters; extended family, Cal & Lindsay Blomker & their two sons; Many other relatives & friends. Celebration of Allison’s Life: Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020 at 11:00am at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel). Memorials may be directed to...
Ector I. Thyfault
Jan 17, 2020
Ector Thyfault was born August 29, 1935 in Concordia, Kansas.He is preceded in death by his father, Millard and mother, Eva, sister, Lucille, brother in law, Eugene Hall, sister, Jeannine Kopsa, and grandson, Garrett Michael Thyfault.He is survived by his wife, Kathy, his son, Mike, his daughter in law, Andrea and his three grandsons, Dylan, Jackson, and Hunter. Also survived...
Sharon Marie Salwei
Jan 16, 2020
SALWEI, Sharon M. Age 75, of Omaha Preceded in death by: parents, Floyd and Evelyn (Fischer) Wylie, son, Michael, brother, Keith, twin sister, Karen. Survived by: husband, Jim Salwei, sons, Steven Salwei, Mathew Salwei (Amber), daughters, Rochelle Salwei (Mark Heaty), Jaime Weverka (Marty), nine grandchildren and brother, Eldon Wylie. Visitation: Wednesday, January 22, 2020 from 1 – 3 pm at...
Ted Krauth
Jan 14, 2020
Ted Krauth, 92, of Omaha Nebraska born in Massena, IA. Proceeded in death by wife, Lucille and son Randy. Survived by son, Greg (Kathy) Krauth; daughters, Barbara (Ron) Stargel, Lori (Mike) Turco; many adoring grandchildren, great grandchildren.
Darrell D. Parks
Jan 14, 2020
Parks, Darrelll D. “Dean” 3/28/1958-1/14/2020 Darrell Dean Parks was born on March 28, 1958 in Council Bluffs Iowa. He grew up in Council Bluffs attending Thomas Jefferson High School before joining the Marine Corp in 1975, where he was stationed at Camp Pendleton CA.Darrell served in the United States Marine Corp from 1975-1978. After an honorable discharge from the Marine...
Margie L. Short
Jan 13, 2020
Margie Lucille Short was born on Saturday, October 7, 1922.She was born at home in Ringold County, Iowa to her parents Webe Vanderflute and Edna Marshall.When she came into this world she had an older brother, Garald, who was four years older than her.A year and a half later they had a baby girl, Lila Marie, who only lived a...
Donna M. Beekley
Jan 13, 2020
Donna Belle Marie Soukup, was born in 1928, in Sioux City, Iowa.She grew up with 2 brothers, 1 sister and hard-working, loving parents.She graduated from East High School, in 1947. In 1950, Donna graduated from Cosmetology School and began her career as a hair dresser.In that same year, she married the love of her life.Kenneth William Beekley was a marine...
Duane Knittle
Jan 13, 2020
Duane “Denny” Knittle died at home in Omaha Neb Monday January 13th 2020. He is survived by his dog Ragnar, his son Douglas Knittle and grandson Random Knittle. Denny was born in 1947 to parents Duane and Doris Knittle in Shenandoah, Ia. He also graduated from Shenandoah High School before going on to study at Central Missouri State and George...
James J. Stachura
Jan 11, 2020
STACHURA, James J. 6/20/1935 – 1/11/2020 Age 84 years of Omaha Jim Stachura, age 84 of Omaha.Preceded in death by JoAnn, his wife of 60 years, parents Emmanuel and Caroline (Sock) Stachura and brother Frank.Survived by daughters Cheri (Bill) Perdue, Cindy (Mark) Plymale, Jackie (Stacey) Olson; grandchildren Jeff (Jenae) Perdue, Cori (Chris) Schmid, Ashley (Owen) Berg, Amanda Plymale; great grandchildren...
Dolores M. Thornburg
Jan 10, 2020
THORNBURG, Dolores M. 7/4/1932 – 1/10/2020 Age 87 years of Omaha Dolores M (Trout) Thornburg was preceded in death by her husband Floyd Charles Thornburg.She is survived by her daughters Kathy (Dan) Proffitt, Debbie (Doug) Kobylasz and Judy Murcek.6 grandchildren Rob, Diane (Ben), Melissa, Vicki (Carl) and Gerald (Jessica). 18 great grandchildren Shad (Cheyanne), Valerie, Taylor, Hunter, Kayleigh, Joesph, Norah,...
Joan D. Eddy
Jan 10, 2020
EDDY, Joan D. 8/10/1931 – 1/10/2020 Age 88 years of Omaha Joan was preceded in death by brother Douglas Eddy; She is survived by her Brother Roger Eddy & wife Mary; Nieces and Nephews: Mike, Mary Jo, Michelle, Kurt and many other relatives Celebration of Joan’s Life: Thur. January 16, 2020 at 11:00am at First Central Congregational Church (421 S....
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