Obituaries

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.

Roy 'Jim' James Goraczowski

Roy 'Jim' James Goraczowski

Jun 19, 2015

Preceded in death by parents; son, Mark Goraczkowski; 7 brothers & 1 sister Survived by wife of 60 years, Madonna; sons, Steven (Lyn), Scott, Daniel; daughters, Sandra Dawson, Laurie (Greg) Travis; grandchildren, Angela, Stephanie, Brandon, Brittany; great grandchildren, Aurora & Bentley; many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial, Tuesday, 10:00 AM at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church, 16701...

Anthony Jon Schuetz

Anthony Jon Schuetz

Jun 17, 2015

Preceded in death by his father, Raymond. Survived by wife, Durnae; daughter, Brier (Dan) Hall; son, Brock Schuetz; mother, Marlene; siblings, Monica (Mike) Kelly, Rod (Terri) Schuetz, Rocky (Cheryl) Schuetz, Jessica (E.J.) Flemming, Kurt Schuetz, Elissa (Luke) Carlberg. Funeral Service Saturday 10:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church, Family Life Center, 520 W. Lincoln Street, Papillion, NE. Visitation Friday, 5:00 –...

Jeffrey J. Glup,

Jeffrey J. Glup,

Jun 17, 2015

GLUP, Jr. Jeffrey J. of Omaha, NE November 17, 1972 ~ June 17, 2015 Loving father, son, brother, uncle. Jeff was a big guy with a huge heart, so easy going and loved by all who met him. Survived by his children, Mariaha Rose, Autumn Lynn, Gabriella Leeann, Hunter Michael Glup; children’s mothers, Michelle Scholting and Jennifer Castillo; parents Jeffrey...

Myrtle Joyce Hattix

Myrtle Joyce Hattix

Jun 16, 2015

Survived by children, Darrell (Esther) Jones, Richetta (John) Henry, Orvella (Eugene) Biggs, Samona Jones & Wendell Hattix; a host of loving grandchildren & great grandchildren; four sisters; nieces and nephews. Funeral Service 1:00 PM Saturday, June 27, at Hope & Refuge Ministries, 3723 North 37th Street, Omaha, NE, with visitation beginning at 11:00 AM. Funeral Service 1:00 PM Saturday, June...

Rena Kay Broyles

Rena Kay Broyles

Jun 14, 2015

BROYLES, Rena Kay. of Omaha April 26, 1966 ~ June 14, 2015 Loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt. Rena was promoted to her heavenly home on Sunday, June 14, 2015 after a courageous battle with Lupus. Preceded in death by her mother, Jane Kay Roberts; mother-in-law, Mary Broyles. Survived by her husband, Art; children, James (Angela) Leach, Keri (Shaun) Satorie,...

Edith L. Dreves

Edith L. Dreves

Jun 14, 2015

EDITH L. DREVES, born in Sioux City, Iowa, on the 9th of August, 1920, to Arthur and Ella Mae Linke, passed away on Sunday, the 14th of June, in Omaha, Nebraska. Edith married Lee Dreves on the 14th of February, 1942, in Sioux City, Iowa, and worked at the Grain Exchange in Sioux City while Lee was overseas in military...

Ann M. Washa

Ann M. Washa

Jun 11, 2015

Ann was preceded in death by: husband George “Bones”, son Jim, granddaughter Cheryl Washa; She is survived by her Children: Barb Branson & husband Ralph, Ed Washa & wife Sandy, Joe Washa & wife Faye; Brothers: Jim, Ed & Bill Krausert; Sister Mary Hall; 5 Grandchildren & 7 Great-Grandchildren. Celebration of Ann’s Life: Monday, June 15, 2015 at 11:00 AM,...

Rae C. Harding

Rae C. Harding

Jun 11, 2015

Rae was a member of A.B.A.T.E. of NE District Six & O.A.B. She was preceded in death by her parents Frank & Mary Claire Grund, daughter Jennifer Carter; Rae is survived by her Husband Cliff; Children: Kevin (Karen) Grund, Katie (Mike) Parker, P.J., Matt (Michelle), Angela, Steven (Jenifer); Brother Robert (Connie) Renter; Sister Georgine Dawkins; Grandchildren: Zakkary, Gavin, Colton, K.C.,...

James D. 'Jim' Fiore

James D. 'Jim' Fiore

Jun 11, 2015

Jim was preceded in death by father Francis Fiore, Sr; He is survived by his Wife Joann; Daughter Clare Fiore; Mother Antoinette Fiore; Brothers & Sister: Francis, Jr. & Salvatore "Tore" Fiore, Theresa Pius and their families; Many other relatives and friends Funeral Mass: Saturday, June 20, 2015 at 10:30 am at St. John Vianney Catholic Church (5801 Oak Hills...

Matthew George Kuhfahl

Matthew George Kuhfahl

Jun 9, 2015

Preceded in death by parents; brothers, Bobby, John (Gina) & Buzz Kuhfahl; sister, Helen (Bill) Rozmarin; brother-in-law, Earl Andresen; nephew, Mike Kuhfahl Survived by wife, Mary “Beanie”; children, Christine (Mike) Ireland, Pam (Steve) Sherry, Nancy (Scott) Malone, Paul (Beth) Kuhfahl, Laurie (John) Spielman, Roger (Lori) Kuhfahl; 18 loving grandchildren; 14 loving great grandchildren; siblings, Theresa (Herbert) Andrews, Edward (Helen) Kuhfahl;...

Cindy Kay Novak

Cindy Kay Novak

Jun 9, 2015

Survived by husband James Edward Novak, Jr.; Sons: Chuck, Cain & Ricky Novak; Many other relatives and friends. Visitation: Thursday, June 11, 2015 from 6-8:00 PM at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) Graveside Service: Friday, 2:00 PM at Bohemian Cemetery in Omaha, NE (52 & Center St.) Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Visitation: Thursday, June 11,...

William Edward Jansa,

William Edward Jansa,

Jun 9, 2015

Preceded in death by parents; wife, Debra; sons, Chad & Jim; brother, Fred Survived by daughters, Wendi Regnerus & Nicole (Tony) Dean; brother, Ronnie (Delores) Jansa, Sr.; grandchildren, Jamie, Andrew Brittany, Daniel, Alyssa, Logan; great grandchildren, Devon, Elisah, Ty’Rese, Aniyah; nieces & nephews. Funeral Service Friday, 2:00 PM at Braman Mortuary, 72nd Street with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM Interment...

Merrilyn J. Creekmur

Merrilyn J. Creekmur

Jun 9, 2015

CREEKMUR, Merrilyn J. of Omaha, formerly of Moville, IA July 3, 1932 ~ June 9, 2015 Merrilyn retired as a Service Representative from US West Telephone Company. Preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Hazel Lyons; brother, Gene Lyons; son-in-law, Mohammed Awkal. Survived by her husband of 65 years, Howard Creekmur; children, Craig Creekmur, Christie Awkal; grandson, Ceith Creekmur,...

Thurlindo 'Ted' F. Graham

Thurlindo 'Ted' F. Graham

Jun 9, 2015

Of Houston, TX – Formerly of Omaha Ted is survived by his Parents Jesse Sr. & Evangeline Graham; Brothers Jesse, Jr., Xavier, Sr. & wife Angelita; Sister Sharra Montag & husband Robert III; Special little buddy Robert Montag IV; A host of other relatives & friends. Gathering of Family & Friends: Thursday, July 9, 2015 from 6-8:00pm at Braman Mortuary...

Clark Johnson Vanskiver

Clark Johnson Vanskiver

May 30, 2015

Clark Johnson VanSkiver was born November 18, 1950 in Lincoln, NE, where his family lived. He was the only child of Eulyla Christine Johnson VanSkiver, and Ronald VanSkiver. Clark was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith in the Swedish Mission Church. Clark was a true Swede and proud of it! His great-grandfather, Charley Johnson, was one of those who...

Juanita Sue Birdnow

Juanita Sue Birdnow

May 29, 2015

Preceded in death by parents; brother, Verlyn Johnson Survived by husband, Tom of 42 years; sisters, Margie (William) Lightfoot, Gerri (Richard) Meyers, Loretta (Don) Coplin all of St. Louis, MO; many nieces and nephews; Services Entrusted to Braman Mortuary, Southwest Chapel. Services Entrusted to Braman Mortuary, Southwest Chapel.

James Eugene 'Jim' Walker

James Eugene 'Jim' Walker

May 24, 2015

Survived by wife Susan; Children: Jim, Linda, Tom, Tina & Deanna; Many other relatives and friends. Graveside Service: Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Mt. Hope Cemetery (76 & Military Ave.) Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE 68114 402-391-2171 Graveside Service: Wednesday, May 27, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Mt. Hope Cemetery (76...

Nora Fay Rowe

Nora Fay Rowe

May 23, 2015

Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; daughter-in-law, Valerie Rowe. Survived by children, Debbie (Gary) Vonnahme, Steve Rowe, Brian (Danielle) Rowe, Kenny (Julie) Rowe; grandchildren, Lauren & Ashton, Chase, Nick & Shelby, Lexi & Tyler; great grandchild, Bentley. Celebration of Life Service, 10:30 AM, Tuesday, June 16, at Braman Mortuary, Southwest Chapel. Visitation Monday, 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Braman...

Rachel Bernedet Hult

Rachel Bernedet Hult

May 23, 2015

Rachel Bernedet (Jacobsen) Hult was born September 16, 1915, in Fessenden, North Dakota. She was the second of seven children born to Ragnvald Theobald and Ida Margaret (Zobel) Jacobsen. She attended Centerville Grade School, graduating from the eighth grade, which was the end of her formal education. She married Enoch Alexander Hult December 1, 1934, in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Their...

Betty Estelle Kelley

Betty Estelle Kelley

May 22, 2015

She was preceded in death by Father, Mother & 9 Siblings; Betty is survived by her Daughter Linda (Terry) Smith; Grandchildren: Melissa (Ken), Jason (Jill), Rob (Karen), Scott (Sue), Mark (Tres); 14 Great Grandchildren; Sister-in-law Dorothy Gibbons; Many nieces and nephews; Special thanks to Dr. Jennifer Parker Celebration of Betty’s Life: Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 11:00 am at Braman...

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