Obituaries

Jul 7, 2018

Dr. Cheryl Rodgers, PhD, RN, CPNP, CPON, FAAN, age 51, passed away on July 7, 2018, surrounded by family. Cheryl was born in Omaha, Nebraska to Daryl & Twila Rodgers. Sisters: Sheila (Chris) Roberts and their children Brad & Kyle; Joleen (John) Jourdan and their children Tyler & Kelsey. At a very young age, Cheryl knew her life-long passion was...

Jul 7, 2018

PRUITT, Gerald E. 3/3/1950 – 7/7/2018 Survived by wife Sandra Children: Nicole (Jerry) Kems, Jerry Pruitt, Autumn (Bob)Wike Grandchildren: Troy, Charlotte, Grey Many other relatives and friends Private services were held BRAMAN MORTUARY (Southwest Chapel) 6505 S. 144th St. Omaha, NE 402-895-3400

Jul 7, 2018

RICHARDSON, William “Bill” M. 11/12/1975 ~ 7/7/2018 Age 42 years of Omaha Preceded in death by brothers Andrew and Corey Survived by parents, Charles (Katie) and Patricia Richardson; brothers Jeff (Misty), Wesley, Aiden; sisters Mikki (David), Emily, Gina, Anahla, Lasia, Maddie; nephew Evan; niece Cheyanne; numerous aunts, uncles, and close friends Bill was born on November 12, 1975 to Charlie...

Jul 6, 2018

ALBERT, William H. September 20, 1948 ~ July 6, 2018 Age 69 years of Omaha William graduated from Creighton Prep in 1966.He proudly volunteered to serve in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve in 1968 and was stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina as an Engineer Equipment Operator. For nearly 45 years, he worked as a maintainer at Crown Cork...

Jul 5, 2018

MILLER, Bill E. December 26, 1962 ~ July 5, 2018 Age 55 years of Omaha Preceded in death by wife, Shelly Miller. Survived by son, Robbie; fiancée, Cathy Einspahr; parents, C. Earl & Dorothy Miller; brother, Dan (Denise) Miller; sisters, Jeanne (Jeff) Westeman and Angie (John) Neil; 7 nieces & nephews, 5 great-nieces & nephews and many other relatives and...

Jul 5, 2018

COMBS, Pamela M. "Pam" 6/18/1955 - 7/5/2018 Pamela M. Combs departed from this life on Thursday, July 5, 2018. Pamela was the oldest of 6 children.She was born to Andrew W. Jones and Elizabeth Branch on June 18, 1955 in Omaha, Nebraska.She is preceded in death by her Father, Mother, 2 sisters (Monica Hunter and Charlotte Jones), and her son...

Jul 5, 2018

DAVIS-THOMSEN, Barbara J. 10/30/1959 – 7/5/2018 Barbara Jo Thomsen-Davis was born on October 30, 1959, to Otto and Kathleen Thomsen. She graduated from Benson High School in 1978 and enjoyed a 20 year career at Mutual of Omaha. She raised two boys, Jacob and Conor. Barb was dedicated to her family and to being a parent. Barbara found splendor in...

Jul 5, 2018

SAATHOFF, Jeffrey S. 5/2/1967 – 7/5/2018 Age 51 years of Omaha Jeff is survived by his Mother Carol Garner; Father Duane Saathoff & Jeanne; Siblings: Rod (Nancy) Saathoff, Brenda (Curt) Spethman, Wayne (Sheila) Saathoff, Lynn (Barry) Rice; Girlfriend Shelly Getzschman & her children Emma & Alex; Nieces, nephews, other relatives & many friends Celebration of Jeff’s Life: Wednesday, July 11,...

Jul 2, 2018

TURCO, Joan A. “Mickey” 12/23/1931 – 7/2/2018 Age 86 years of Omaha Preceded in death by husband Alfred S. Turco, Sr. Survived by: Children: Alfred S. Turco, Jr., Teri Turco Snodgrass, Michael Turco & wife Lori 9 grandchildren & 15 great grandchildren Graveside Service: Saturday, July 7, 2018 at 11AM at Resurection Cemetery

Jul 2, 2018

WILEY, Christopher E.A. 7/1/1953 - 7/2/2018 Don’t make your living by extortion or put your hope in stealing. And if your wealth increases, don’t make it the center of your life.(Psalms 62:10 NLT) These are words that Mr. Christopher “Chris” Wiley affectionately known as Mr. Wiley, embodied and exuded throughout his lifetime.Although this faithful man of God came from humble...

Jun 30, 2018

After a long struggle with cancer, Sandy joined our Lord on the evening of June 30th, 2018. Sandy was born in West Point, Nebraska to David and Janet (Beerbohm) Lemp on July 2nd, 1960. She met and fell in love with her husband Rick Preister on New Year’s Eve 1979/1980, and they married in Omaha on July 19th, 1986. She...

Jun 30, 2018

Dorothy Mae “Dotty” Dobbins was born July 9, 1941 to Robert and Florence Capron in Fremont, NE. Dotty was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fremont, NE. Dotty attended Fremont High School and was a proud member of the graduating class of 1959 prior to attending two years at Wayne State College as a math major.Dotty’s first marriage...

Jun 29, 2018

Gardner, Michael Taylor July 28, 1972 – June 29, 2018 Michael Taylor Gardner, age 45 of Omaha, passed away June 29, 2018. He was born July 28, 1972 in Saratoga Springs, New York to George and Jean (Peden) Gardner. In 1990, Michael graduated as valedictorian of North Charleston High School in Charleston, South Carolina. Michael attended the United States Naval...

Jun 29, 2018

Jun 28, 2018

KLABUNDE, Jerry Lee 10/24/1949 – 6/28/2018 Age 68 years of Omaha Jerry was the owner of All Nations Bar in Omaha He was preceded in death by wife Suzi, parents, brother and sister Survived by: Children: Troy, Julie, Jennifer, Kelly, Kristina 1 brother, 4 sisters, 15 grandchildren & 3 great grandchildren Many other relatives & friends Visitation: Monday, July 2,...

Jun 27, 2018

Merrill Richard Christensen, age 76 of Omaha, Nebraska, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. Born to Merrill Richard Christensen, Sr. and Ruth Hanson Christensen. Richard served his country 1959 to 1962 with the US Navy, after graduating high school from North High. While on leave, he met Dale Snead and the...

Jun 23, 2018

TREAT, Michael D. 6/15/1936 – 6/23/2018 Age 82 years of Omaha Preceded in death by: Parents, Mark & Margaret Treat and Brother, Mark Stephen Treat Survived by: Brother, Marshall (Judy) Treat; Neices, Heather (Rich) Marunda and Janelle (Darrin) Mitchell; Nephew, David (Kristen) Treat; 12 Great-Neices & Nephews and Cousins, Gary (Betty) Treat and Robert “Bob” Schetzer. CELEBRATION OF MICHAEL’S LIFE:Thursday,...

Jun 20, 2018

LAUGHLIN, Deanna Rood March 17, 1941 ~ June 20, 2018 Age 77 of Omaha Preceded in death by: Parents: Henry & Vera Siblings: Don and Marge Survived by: Son: Keven Ward (Janette) Daughters: Kelly Sanderson (Colin) and Janie Stentz (Jaye) Grandchildren: Nicholas, Amanda, Jeremy, Emily, Kraig, Caitlin, Kelsey, Alec, Paige and Tess Great-Grandchildren: Jackson and Lucy Sister: Norma Veskrna (Donnie)...

Jun 18, 2018

SISSON, Thomas L. 5/23/1944 ~ 6/18/2018 Age 74 years of Omaha Preceded in death by: Parents, Lloyd & Hazel Sisson Survived by: Loving wife, Joan; Brothers, LeRoy, Richard (Darlene), Charles (Kathy) and Lester; Sister, Nona (Joe) and many nieces, nephews and friends. GATHERING OF FAMILY & FRIENDS: Monday, June 25, 2018 from 2-4pm at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel)

Jun 15, 2018