Janel C Casebier
Feb 5, 2019
Janel C. Casebier, age 44, passed away on February 5, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. Janel was born in Biloxi, MS on July 2, 1974, to Paul D. and Janice M. (O'Hara) Shulaw. She worked as a medical receptionist at Mid City OB-Gyn in Omaha. Janel is survived by her father; Paul, mother; Janice, daughter; Alexis, son; Dakota,...
Avery Isaiah Watkins
Feb 4, 2019
Avery Isaiah Watkins was born on March 21, 1997 in Papillon, Nebraska at Midlands Hospital to Vonceal Garrison and Anthony “Tony” Otha Watkins.He was Vonceal’s only child and Tony’s youngest.In 1999, Vonceal became partners with Michelle Peak, and Michelle became Avery’s bonus-mom and lifetime mentor.In 2000, Vonceal, Michelle and Avery moved to Texas, and Avery began his life in the...
Michael Hiram Simet
Feb 2, 2019
Michael H. Simet. age 64, of Omaha, passed away on Feb 2, 2019. Michael was born in Omaha on May 22, 1954 to the late Hiram M. and Madeline (Sullivan) Simet. Michael is survived by, daughters: Mickala and Kayla, sisters; Susan Taylor (Lee) Sandra Hiykel, four grandchildren, nieces, great nieces and great nephew. He was preceded in death by his...
Jeffrey A. Wade
Feb 1, 2019
WADE, Jeffrey A. 7/5/1958 – 2/1/2019 Jeffrey’s youth was spent outside mostly with sports and also Boy Scout Troop 7. His favorite sport was baseball where he played catcher enthralled in the strategy and control of the game.In High School he met his sweetheart Carol, where they married and ventured out into the world. While both were very intelligent and...
Anna Marie Sommers
Jan 31, 2019
SOMMERS, Anna M. 1/5/1954 – 1/31/2019 Age 65 years of Omaha Survived by her husband John Sommers; Daughter Bambi Polak; Brother Roy Suput; many other relatives and friends. Visitation: Monday, Feb. 4, 2019 from 5-7:00pm, with a wake service at 6PM, all at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) Funeral Mass: Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019 at 10:00am at St. Bernard Catholic...
Samantha L. "Sam" Songster
Jan 29, 2019
SONGSTER, Samantha L. “Sam” (Fogan) 6/12/1966 – 1/29/2019 Samantha retired from the U.S. Navy and was currently working for Northern Natural Gas. She was preceded in death by mother Joan Fogan; Samantha is survived by her Husband Timothy D. Songster; Father Ronald Fogan, Sr.; Brother Ronald Fogan, Jr.; Many other relatives and friends. Celebration of Sam’s Life: Friday, March 1,...
Peter Paul Schmanelbach
Jan 29, 2019
Schmalenbach, Peter Paul Jr. July 15, 1952 - January 29, 2019 Peter Paul Schmalenbach, Jr. passed peacefully in the early hours of Tuesday, January 29, at Valhaven Care and Rehabilitation Center in Valley, NE, at the age of 66. He is survived by several children and siblings and many relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father,...
Mary J. Van Surksum
Jan 28, 2019
VAN SURKSUM, Mary J. 12/27/1951 ~ 01/28/2019 Preceded in death by parents Roy and Geraldine Bouma; brother-in-law David; nephew Timothy; in-laws John and LaVonne Van Surksum. Survived by husband Terry; sons Scott A. and Jason L. (Kara); sister Audrey Huisman; brother-in-laws Gary (Lynn) and Roger (Mary); sister-in-law Shari Slater (Steve); grandchildren Kaitlyn, Zachary, Trenton. Funeral Service: Saturday, February 2, 2019...
Thomas L. Engel
Jan 28, 2019
ENGEL, Thomas L. 10/1/1948 - 1/28/2019 Thomas L. Engel was born on October 1, 1948 in Columbus, NE to Donald and Elaine Engel (Marty). He attended Columbus High School and later graduated from University of Nebraska Lincoln with a Bachelor of Arts in English.He married Rickie Mills in 1968 and had their first child, Jeff. They moved to Syracuse, New...
Barbara E. Scheer
Jan 27, 2019
Barbara E. Scheer August 31, 1923 to January 27, 2019 Age 95. Preceded in death by husband Carl E. Scheer, parents Edith and Archibald J. Scott, brother; Hugh Scott and sister Alma Scott. Survived by daughter Geri M. Backora (Ted) son; Scott C. Scheer (Lynn) 5 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Friday, February 1, 2019...
Judith A. Dorsey
Jan 27, 2019
Judith A. Dorsey, age 77, of Omaha, passed away at Select Specialty Hospital on January 27, 2019. Judith was born in Fremont, NE on February 16, 1941 to the late James H. and Frieda C. (Hartung) Dorsey. She is survived by her daughter; Sheryl English (Thomas),grandchildren; Jordyn Dannenberg, Joel English, Andrew English, sister; Linda Gibilisco (Michael Gillogly), nephews; Nick Gibilisco,...
James M Wesser
Jan 25, 2019
James M. Wesser, age 54, of Omaha, passed away Friday, January 25, 2019. Private services will be held.
Fern L. Blaschke
Jan 24, 2019
Blaschke, Fern L. December 10, 1922 ~ January 24, 2019 Preceded in death by husband, Howard W. and son-in-law, Robert Teal. Survived by her children Marilyn Teal, David Blaschke, Carol (Dennis) Douty; 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Born in Winifred, Kansas, Fern spent most of her adult life in Omaha, Nebraska. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who...
Connie L. Dohse-Ross
Jan 23, 2019
Connie L. Dohse-Ross, age 73, of Omaha, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019, at her home. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at Braman Mortuary (72nd St Chapel) from 9:30AM till time of service. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 30, 2019, at 10:30AM at Braman...
Douglas Robert Joseph
Jan 23, 2019
Douglas R. Joseph age 44, of Omaha, passed away January 23, 2019. Preceded in death by his father Robert Joseph. Survived by his mother Christine Joseph (Phillips); wife Carrie Joseph (Franklin); son Robert “Bobby” Joseph; daughter Charlotte “Charlie” Joseph; brother Jason Joseph; sister Melissa Grasso; nieces, nephews, and other family. VISITATION Friday, January 25, from 6-8pm at Braman Mortuary (6505...
Stacey M. Gish
Jan 23, 2019
Stacey M. Gish, age 41, of Omaha, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019, at Select Specialty Hospital. Stacey is survived by her beloved son Ethan Gish. Mother,Diane Coon (Craig) Father, Larry Gish (Erica) Siblings: Shannon Klaus(Chad) Shawn Gish (Myla) Shane Gish and Taylor Kimball. 10 nieces and nephews Savannah Layla Collin Camie Kendal Rilyn Amaya Gianni Maddox Harlow We`ll Miss...
Lillian Rose Obradovich
Jan 22, 2019
Lillian Rose Obradovich, age 97, passed away January 22, 2019, at River City Care Center. Lillian is survived by her daughter Lorie Obradovich, son Ted Taylor, granddaughter/daughter Ondrea Graham, grand-daughter Margaret Cleghorn, grandson Bradley Taylor, as well as many nieces, nephews and family. Preceded in death by her husband Robert, daughters Dianne, Debra, and son Steve, grand-daughter Kelli, great-grandson Matthew...
Lyal C. Lura
Jan 22, 2019
Lyal C. Lura, a Vietnam veteran who served in the Navy for 21 years, passed away on January 22, 2019, at Lakeside Hospital. Lyal was deeply devoted to his wife, children, and grandchildren, and to his extended family here in the States and in Japan. He is survived by Akemi Lura, his beloved wife of 55 years. He leaves behind...
Sandra L. Schooley
Jan 21, 2019
Sandra L. Schooley, age 78, of Omaha, passed away on January 21, 2019. Sandra was born in Omaha on November 7, 1940 and is survived by her daughter; Kim Barnes (Chuck); siblings Terry Wilds (Joanne) and Steve; grandchildren, Corrin Glenn (Terry), Danny Morrissey (Val), Brandon Robinson and Meghan Elkins (Mike); four great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.She...
Jeffrey A. Podany
Jan 20, 2019
Jeffrey "Jeff"A. Podany, age 57, of Omaha, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2019, at Bergan Mercy Hospital. Jeff is survived by his parents Robert and Dorothy Podany, brother Bob Podany, sister Jackie (Bob) Koperski, and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 24, 2019, at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) from 5-7PM with Rosary at 7PM. Memorial Mass...
