Elsie K. Gantz
Mar 28, 2015
Preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Gantz. Survived by her children, Robert K. Gantz and Karen (Mike) Sommer; sister, Grace Baty; 5 grandchildren & 8 great grandchildren. Funeral Service Friday 10:30 AM at Braman Mortuary, 72nd Street Chapel. Visitation Thursday, 5:00-7:00 PM at the mortuary. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Funeral Service Friday 10:30 AM at Braman Mortuary,...
Dale Lee Hostetter
Mar 27, 2015
Dale was preceded in death by parents Newman & Gertrude Hostetter; Survived by his wife of 40 years Diana; Sons Aaron and Zachary Hostetter; Sister Carol Koletzke & husband Robert; Many nieces, nephews, cousins & friends. Celebration of Dale’s Life: Friday, April 3, 2015 at 4:00 PM at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) BRAMAN MORTUARY (Southwest Chapel) 6505 S. 144th St....
Lorenz Kellner Muller
Mar 26, 2015
Preceded in death by his parents, Joe & Bernice Muller, wife, Lois Muller, and sister, Margaret “Peg” Colway. Lorrie’s strength and smile will be missed by those who survive him: his wife, Mary Hensley Muller; sister, Joann “Toey” Ring; children, Trudy Gutierrez, Nan (Rick) Cowan, Meg Muller, Joe (Nancy Morris) Muller, and Christie (Chris) Lemke; step-children, Wendy (Ron) Garcia, Mitch...
Abigail Rayleen Jo Cordes
Mar 26, 2015
Funeral Service Wednesday, April 1, 10:00 AM at Freedom Christian Fellowship Church, 4606 North 56th Street, Omaha, NE. with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM. Funeral Service Wednesday, April 1, 10:00 AM at Freedom Christian Fellowship Church, 4606 North 56th Street, Omaha, NE. with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM.
Rita Hansen
Mar 25, 2015
Preceded in death by parents & husband, Glenn M. Hansen; daughter, Barbara Rukas; sons, Tom Rukas & Greg Hansen. Survived by son, James (Carolyn) Rukas, daughter, Susan Radi, daughter, Cheryl Reha, son, Jeff Hansen & Fiancée Jackie, son, Rick (Trish) Hansen; 10 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 2:00 PM at St. Cecilia Cathedral, 701 North 40th...
Larry Joe Beranek
Mar 25, 2015
BERANEK, Larry Joe of Omaha Feb. 11, 1944 ~ Mar. 25, 2015 Larry passed away peacefully at the Josie Harper Hospice House after a long battle from lung disease. Preceded in death by his parents, Harry & Ruby Beranek; brother-in-law, Larry Nicholson. Survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Jean Beranek; children, Kim Beranek Kelly (John Jensen), Shana (Aaron)...
Michael L. Grush
Mar 24, 2015
In June of 2014, Mike was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis. After a recent battle with influenza, followed by complications, he went home to be with his Savior. Michael Lee Grush was born in Omaha, NE and graduated from Central High School in 1961. He married Sharon Lee Goodrich on June 19, 1965. Mike received his B.S. and M.D. degrees from...
Earl M. Stoakes,
Mar 19, 2015
Earl is survived by his Wife of 63 years, Sally; Children: Earl Stoakes, Jr. & wife Vicki Jo, Vicki Lynn O’Neal, Alan Stoakes & wife Holly, Rodney Stoakes & wife Nannette, Tami Kuenning & husband Bruce; Sisters: Geraldine Sheets, Madeline Vrba, Karol Osterloh; 15 Grandchildren & 15 Great Grandchildren. Celebration of Earl’s Life: Monday, March 23, 2015 at 10:00 AM...
Verner N. 'Van' Melby
Mar 17, 2015
He served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was a lifetime member of Plumbers Local Union #16; Van was preceded in death by wife June Melby; He is survived by his Daughter Cindy Melby Phaneuf & husband Gerry; Son Bruce Melby; Grand Daughter Kristin; Many other relatives & friends. Celebration of Van’s Life: Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 10:30...
Marsha Ava Meyer
Mar 15, 2015
Survived by husband, Robert; son, Andrew Meyer; brother, David Sanders Funeral service Friday, March 20th at 10:30 AM, Braman Mortuary, 72nd Street Chapel with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM. Funeral service Friday, March 20th at 10:30 AM, Braman Mortuary, 72nd Street Chapel with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM.
Aggie L. Cotten
Mar 13, 2015
Aggie was preceded in death by her parents George and Rosie Sallis, 2 brothers & 1 sister; She is survived by her Children: Levi (Karen) Cotten, Jr., Deloris Harris, Jessie (Robert) Cobbins, Anthony (Samantha) Taylor; God Daughter Toyea Letcher; Siblings: Fannie Harris, William (Hattie) Sallis, Benjamin (Annette) Sallis, Charles (Linda) Sallis. Stella Sallis, Robert Sallis; 17 Grandchildren & many Great...
Brian E. Bengtson
Mar 13, 2015
BENGTSON, Brian E. of Omaha May 13, 1966 ~ Mar. 13, 2015 Preceded in death by all grandparents, two aunts and one uncle. Left to mourn his passing are his parents, Gary & Linda Bengtson; two brothers, Darrin & Kevin Bengtson with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins & many friends; best friend, Chris Stowers along with his beloved pet Zoey. Brian...
John M. Schneider,
Mar 12, 2015
SCHNEIDER, Jr., John M. of Omaha 08/23/1958 – 03/12/2015 Born in Omaha Survived by wife, Barbara; sons, Nicholas and Johann; daughters, Jeri and Jessica; 10 grandchildren. He enjoyed life, gatherings with family & friends and competition barbeque. He was an accomplished cyclist and outdoor enthusiast. John worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 35+ years as a train dispatcher and...
Vernon S. Petersen
Mar 11, 2015
Vernon graduated from Minden High School in 1943. In 1948 he was married to Marian Jane Culbertson in Los Angeles. Vernon and Jane lived in Minden and Vern farmed with his father until 1951 when he moved to Bayard, Nebraska where he farmed and ranched. He and Jane moved to Scottsbluff when he retired and then moved to Omaha in...
Ruby V. Salerno
Mar 11, 2015
SALERNO, Ruby V. of Omaha Aug. 19, 1925 ~ Mar. 11, 2015 Ruby was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved spending time with family on camping trips, weekends in Spirit Lake, IA, watching Husker football and playing cards. She was a Cub Scout and 4H leader and loved to bowl. She worked several years as cafeteria manager at...
Norman L. Strain
Feb 28, 2015
Norman is survived by his Wife Maureen Strain; Sons Matthew Strain & wife Victoria, Benjamin Strain; Grand Daughter Audrey Strain; Parents Walt & Judy Strain; Sister Kimberly Berger & husband Tim; Brother Scott Strain & wife Jeanne; Many other relatives & friends. Gathering of Family and Friends: Tuesday, March 3, 2015 from 5-7:00 PM at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) In...
Elizabeth Ann Cockett
Feb 27, 2015
Preceded in death by her parents, Charles & Lina Cockett Survived by brothers, Charles (Linda) Cockett and Peter Cockett & Penny; nieces, Krystal, Nicole & Megan; special friend, Lynda Turner; close friends, Ellie Drake, Nancy Shelton & Paul Pagnucco; “Mom” Mary Ellen Heflin & Mike. Celebration of Life Service Thursday, March 12, 2:00 PM at Braman Mortuary, 72nd Street Chapel...
Patricia Kay Schnitker
Feb 24, 2015
Preceded in death by parents, Walter & Zdenka Samuelson; father-in-law, Bunny Schnitker; brother-in-law, Keith Schnitker. Survived by husband, Gary; son, Allen (Kathy) Clark; daughter, Stacy (D.J.) Newton; brother, Dick (Donna) Samuelson; granddaughters, Krista (Serena) Schnitker & Stephanie Newton; mother-in-law, Regina Schnitker; brother-in-law, Terry Schnitker; sister-in-law, Lonnie (Dan) wills; nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Service...
Susie O. Wilson
Feb 24, 2015
WILSON, Susie O. of Omaha Jan. 31, 1923 ~ Feb. 24, 2015 Preceded in death by her husband, Truman R. Wilson; sisters, Mary Kirk, Linda Martin, Shirley Aeschliman; brother, William Howell. Survived by her son, Dick (Sherri) Lanham; daughter, Beverly (Garrett) Walling; brother, Robert (Lois) Howell; 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren & 1 great-great grandson. Celebration of Life, Friday 11:00AM at...
Marilyn A. Jackson
Feb 23, 2015
JACKSON, Marilyn A. of Omaha May 15, 1934 ~ Feb. 23, 2015 Marilyn A. Jackson peacefully went to her Lord February 23, 2015. She was born May 15, 1934 in Moline, IL, to Allan and Elizabeth Rind. She married Jack Jackson June 28, 1952 and she began a 20 year military wife career. In 1966 they moved to Nebraska and...
