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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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Dawn Rittmiller
Jan 4, 2019
RITTMILLER, Dawn K. 10/21/1974 – 1/4/2019 Age 44 years of Omaha Dawn was born October 21, 1974 at the Naval Regional Medical Center in Bremerton, Washington. She was raised in Medina, Ohio with her brother Chris and where her mother, Kathy, married Greg McClure. Dawn trusted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior during a Vacation Bible School when she was...
Robert B. Wray
Jan 4, 2019
WRAY, Robert B. 10/6/1922 – 1/4/2019 Age 96 years of Omaha Robert B. (Bob) Wray – of Omaha, Nebraska – peacefully passed away Friday, January 4, 2019 with his loving wife and family present at his home in Bennington, Nebraska. This middle son of Eugene H. and Emily Marquerite (Marge) Hookstra Wray was born in Seward, Nebraska. As a youngster,...
Vickie E. Lien
Jan 3, 2019
Vickie E. Lien, age 59, of Omaha, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019, at her home. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, January 19, 2019, at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) at 10AM. Memorials may be directed to the Nebraska Humane Society in Vickie's name. Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) 6505 S. 144th Street Omaha, NE 68138
Rita A. Fulton
Jan 2, 2019
Rita A. Fulton died peacefully Wednesday, January 2, 2019. Rita was born November 5, 1924 to Albert and Lena (Hering) Stafford in Musactine, Iowa. She spent her younger years living in West Liberty, Iowa with her three older sisters where she graduated from high school in 1942.She was the only one of the girls that had red hair and was...
Wayne Eugene Alexander
Jan 1, 2019
His journey began on November 22, 1944 in Shubert, NE. Wayne grew up with four sisters and three brothers. He started working at a very young age, including his Uncle Coke’s Carnival. He played football and graduated from Shubert High School in 1963. He then attended Junior College in Eagle Grove, IA, Peru State in NE and received his bachelor’s...
Joseph Robert Bambino
Jan 1, 2019
Joe was born August 23, 1954 in Mt. Holly, New Jersey, to Elmer Joseph Bambino and Jacqueline Rosengren Bambino. Joe is survived by his son, Jesse, his brothers, Tom Hough and John Bambino, his sisters, Jeannine Bruhn and Jeri Somers, and his Uncle Tom Rosengren. Joe and Jeannine’s parents divorced when he was young, and his mom moved back to...
Gary James Forman
Jan 1, 2019
Gary James Forman died peacefully Tuesday, January 1, 2019, at the Josie Harper Hospice House surrounded by his loving family. Gary was born January 10, 1952, the son of Frank and Mary Jane (Welna) Forman, in Omaha, Nebraska. Gary graduated from Bishop Ryan High School in 1970 and attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He then began his long...
Mark R. Ackland
Dec 29, 2018
ACKLAND, Mark R. 11/7/1962 – 12/29/2018 Mark Ronald Ackland was born and raised in the greater Cleveland, Ohio area. He lived in a very ethnic community. His Czechoslovakian speaking grandparents lived in his home with the family. He loved Cleveland sports and great lake living. He graduated from Miami of Ohio where he was a member of the Phi Gamma...
John W. Estabrook
Dec 28, 2018
ESTABROOK, John W. 8/6/1927 – 12/28/2018 John W. Estabrook, a native of Cleveland, OH, received a Bachelor's degree from the University of Omaha in 1951. Estabrook has been associated with the Nebraska Methodist organization since that time, first as assistant administrator, then as administrator, and finally, as president. Under his leadership, Methodist has become a leader in the nation's hospital...
Timothy White
Dec 28, 2018
Timothy Don White was born on April 2, 1943 to Donald and Lillian White. He grew up in Omaha, attended Omaha schools, and graduated from Central High School and the University of Omaha with a major in conducting and vocal music. He pursued a Masters Degree in sacred music from Union Theological Seminary in New York City. There he met...
Judy Warner
Dec 27, 2018
WARNER, Judy K. 6/27/1949 – 12/27/2018 Age 69 years of Omaha Judy is survived by her husband of 51 years, Steven Warner; Children: Mendy Loper, Shawna (Erik) Mennem, Rayna Warner, Sheila (Brandon) Kennedy; Grandchildren: Austin, Skyler, Anthony, Clarissa, Briaunna, Gary, Laila, Laci; many other relatives and friends. Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019 from 5-7:00pm at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel)....
Gail Wolf
Dec 27, 2018
Gail Elizabeth (Cyr) Wolf was born June 25, 1975 to Gail and Pauline (Swihart) Cyr in Concordia, Kansas. Gail was the youngest of five children. She was raised on a farm near St. Joseph, Kansas. She graduated from Clifton-Clyde High School in 1993. She earned an associates degree from Cloud County Community College in 1995. She later earned a bachelor’s...
Horace A. "Harry" Cameron
Dec 27, 2018
Horace Alexander Cameron, Jr.was born on January 31, 1923 in Omaha, Nebraska to Horace Alexander Cameron , Sr. and Edna Pennington.He proved early that he was a survivor, weighing 2.5 pounds at birth. Life was not easy for young Harry. His mother left the family when he was one month old and he lived in several foster type situations until...
Maria "Zulema" Miranda
Dec 26, 2018
Zulema Miranda, age 92 of Omaha died Wednesday December 26, 2018. Zulema is preceded in death by her husband Benjamin, son Richard and daughter Josie, 4 sibilings and parents. She is survived by her children, Mary Lou (Ben) Kennedy, Benjamin (Mary) Miranda, Bob Miranda, Cristine (Joe) Gonzales, Nick (Sherrie) Miranda, Pete Miranda, Gilbert (Amy) Miranda, Edward Miranda, John Miranda, many...
Lyle Koetje
Dec 25, 2018
KOETJE, Lyle W. 2/10/1960 – 12/25/2018 Age 58 years of Omaha Lyle was preceded in death by his infant son Jason Koetje; He is survived by his Wife of 37 years, Lori; Daughters: Sarah Jenney & husband Travis, Mallori Koetje, Haley Koetje; Grandchildren: Aubri, Averi, Azalea, Abel; Siblings: Dean Koetje, Deanna Mainelli, Jim Koetje, Roni Pearsal; many other relatives and...
Shaun P. Wilwerding
Dec 24, 2018
WILWERDING, Shaun P. 6/27/1979 – 12/24/2018 Shaun. How to sum up Shaun Wilwerding in a couple paragraphs? You can't. The countless memories, frustrations, jokes, laughter and humility wouldn't allow it. He was much more. His fierce, unapologetic love for family never ended nor did his love for Windsor, his feline buddy. His Christmas gift for his sister was all 30...
Kevin P. Vollmer
Dec 24, 2018
Kevin P. Vollmer, age 54, of Omaha, passed away Monday, December 24, 2018, at Immanuel Fontenelle Home after a courageous battle with MS. Kevin is suvived by his parents, Harry and Alice Vollmer, children Jacob (Abbey) Vollmer and son Asher, Jacquelian (Mike) Orcutt and children Ainsely, Emery, Charlie, sibilings Mike Vollmer, Theresa (John) Kaplan, Dan (Joni) Vollmer, Greg (Sheri) Vollmer....
Charles E. Palensky
Dec 24, 2018
Charles E. Palensky “Charlie” was born on the family farm outside of Prague, Nebraska, to Charles L. Palensky and Anna P. (Svoboda) on March 8, 1931. He enjoyed his childhood with 2 brothers and his sister, Geraldine. He graduated from Prague High School and later began working as a mechanic/gas station attendant in Schuyler. He met his wife of 66...
Ronald J. Miller "Ron"
Dec 23, 2018
MILLER, Ronald J. (Ron Miller Floors) 10/8/1951 – 12/23/2018 Age 67 years of Omaha Preceded in death by his parents Michael & Mary Miller of Minersville, PA. Survived by his wife of 41 years, P. Ann Glover and Daughters, Julie (Jon) Koley, Katie (Phil) Miller, Krissy (Ian) Miller and Jeanette “Jenny” (Scott) Miller. CELEBRATION OF RON’S LIFE: Saturday, December 29,...
Sandra Lynn Shirley
Dec 22, 2018
SHIRLEY, Sandra L. 6/19/1953 – 12/22/2018 Age 65 of Omaha. Services will be held at a later date.
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