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.

William James Peterson

William James Peterson

Mar 12, 2011

PETERSON, William J. of Omaha 4/17/66 ~ 3/12/11 Preceded in death by Grandparents Harold and Wilma Peterson Survived by his mother Joyce Goings and Step-father John Goings Sons Devron Rex Aunt Debbie Kee and Uncle Bill Kee Many loving friends and other relatives Visitation Friday March 18, 2011 from 4-8:00PM at Braman Mortuary 72 St. Chapel Funeral Service 10:30 A.M....

Gesina C. Dixon

Gesina C. Dixon

Mar 12, 2011

DIXON, Gesina age 89 of Papillion, NE. Preceded in death by husband, Robert. Survived by son, Thomas (Lorretta) Dixon; grandchildren, Robert Dixon, Scott (Vicki) Dixon, Lori (Marc) Dover; 19 great-grandchildren; 22 great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and many friends. Visitation, Thursday 4-8 p.m. with family receiving friends 6-8 p.m. at Braman Mortuary – Southwest Chapel. Funeral Service, Friday 11 a.m. at...

Wallace "Wally" J. Wilson

Wallace "Wally" J. Wilson

Feb 28, 2011

Wally graduated from UNL & was a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity. He was the longtime owner of Plastrglas, Inc. Preceded in death by his ParentsWillard & Lucille Wilson, Nephew Patrick Wilson; Survived by his Wife Patty; Children: David, Willard & Mike Wilson, Shelley Christensen, Brian Blackburn & Robyn VanLaningham; Brother Tim (Lois) Wilson; Grandchildren: Alexandria, Daniel, Alyssa, Trevor,...

Harry C. Duncan

Harry C. Duncan

Feb 27, 2011

DUNCAN, Harry C. age 86 years of Omaha, passed away February 27, 2011. Harry graduated from Northeast High, Kansas City, MO in 1942. In 1943 he enlisted in U. S. Navy serving as a Pharmacist Mate 1st Class on Leyte and Okinawa. He received a BS degree from Doane College and a Masters from Kansas State University. He taught biology...

Barbara C. Boyd

Barbara C. Boyd

Feb 27, 2011

BOYD, Barbara C. age 62 of Omaha. January 11, 1949 – February 27, 2011 Preceded in death by husband, William Fox. Survived by brothers, Tom Boyd and John Boyd. Visitation, Friday 5:30-6:00 p.m. with a 6 p.m. Memorial Service at Braman Mortuary (72nd St. Chapel). Braman Mortuary – 72 St. Chapel 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE 68114 402-391-2171

Sheri Lynne Allen

Sheri Lynne Allen

Feb 27, 2011

Preceded in death by her Grandparents Loretta & Cecil Belgrave, Nels & Doris Anderson; Aunt Lonna Wood. Survived by her Husband Brian; Parents Orlin & Brenda Anderson; Brothers & Sisters, Shane Shehan, Penny Allen, Patrick (Mary) Shehan, Scott (Lura) Shehan, Kim (David) Freeman, Laura Allen & Spec. Harry (Tabitha) Ashburn; Niece's & Nephew's: Sean, Brian, Jenna, Justin, Marrissa, Andrew, Levi,...

Mary Ann Vakoc

Mary Ann Vakoc

Feb 26, 2011

VAKOC, Mary Ann age 86 of Omaha, NE. April 16, 1924 – February 26, 2011 She went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ. Preceded in death by husband, Archie. Survived by daughters, Cindy Bledsoe (Mike), Nancy Honke (John), Mary Lou Vakoc; Grandsons, Nick, Matt, Brian, Ben; brother, Sam Vetro. Visitation, Friday 6-8 p.m. with 7p.m. Rosary at Braman Mortuary...

Raymond Charles Miller

Raymond Charles Miller

Feb 25, 2011

MILLER, Raymond Charles Age 75 of Omaha 7/28/1935 ~ 2/25/2011 Raymond retired after 28 years from the United States National Bank of Omaha He is survived by his wife of 51 years Margaret Miller Son David Miller and wife Estheruth Miller Grandchildren Kyle Miller Monica Miller Sister Marilyn Thomason Visitation Tuesday March 1, 2011 from 4-8:00PM with family present after...

Joannelle Wyliette Jeltema

Joannelle Wyliette Jeltema

Feb 25, 2011

JELTEMA, Joannelle Wyliette Age 75 of Omaha 4/7/1935 ~ 2/25/2011 Loving wife, mother, and grandmother and a long time member of the 3rd Order of St. Francis She is preceded in death by her husband Robert H. Jeltema Sister Mary Gene Berry Nephew David Berry Survived by her children Robert (Nicole) Jeltema Reynee (Chris) Jeltema-Shanahan 5 Grandchildren Marisa, Allison, Evan,...

Melvin H. Smith

Melvin H. Smith

Feb 25, 2011

Melvin was preceded in death by his beloved wife Francena; Survived by son Wes Smith and his wife Jackie, son Terry Smith and his wife Joan; 6 grandchildren: Francie Smith, Tracy Ebner and husband Harold, Kenny Smithand wife Emily, Josie Smith; Monica Benigno and husband Dan, Teresa Smith; 10 great grandchildren: Morgan, Maggi, Zoe, Zane, Christopher, Nicholas, Olivia, Elias, Kianu...

Fred D. Oden

Fred D. Oden

Feb 23, 2011

ODEN, Fred Douglas Jr. age 58 of Omaha, Passed away February 23, 2011 He is survived by children; Anthony (Simone) Oden Patricia (David) Carey Marie (Tony) Williams Cousin Leon (Bernice) Davis 5 Grandchildren Family Receiving friends from 4-8.00PM Thursday March 3, 2011 with Military Honors by Millard American Legend Post 374 and VFW Post 8334 at 6:00PM all at Braman...

Joanne Yocom

Joanne Yocom

Feb 23, 2011

Preceded in death by parents James & Jessie Yocom and sister Doris Yocom; She is survived by many good friends. Visitation: Friday, 6-8:00 PM, with a 7 PM Wake Service, All at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel). Funeral Mass: Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 10:30 AM at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church (61 & Dodge). Graveside Service: Saturday, 2:00 PM...

Marilyn R. Andersen

Marilyn R. Andersen

Feb 18, 2011

ANDERSEN, Marilyn R. of Omaha Marilyn was an accomplished musician and longtime member of the Omaha Symphony. She is preceded in death by her parents, Fred & Elsie Andersen. Marilyn is survived by her cousins and friends. Visitation, Tuesday 5-7pm at Braman Mortuary (72nd St. Chapel) Graveside Service, Wednesday, 10:00 AM at Forest Lawn Memorial Park

Chester D. "Chet" Kingery

Chester D. "Chet" Kingery

Feb 17, 2011

KINGERY, Chester D. “Chet” age 64 years of Omaha, passed away February 17, 2011 after a long battle with emphysema. Chester was born April 6, 1946 in Creston, IA to Floyd and Lois Kingery. Chester was raised on a farm North of Corning and lived there until the fall of 1960 when his father, Floyd had to quit farming due...

Thomas A. Mcguire

Thomas A. Mcguire

Feb 16, 2011

McGUIRE, Thomas A. Age 74 of Omaha 5/23/1936 ~ 2/16/2011 Survived by wonderful wife of 53 years, Shirley M. McGuire Children Sharon K. McGuire Paul W. McGuire Thomas A. McGuire Jr. and wife Renee Cheryl L. Simpson and husband Daniel J. 13 Grandchildren 13 Great-Grandchildren Sisters Kay and Michelle Brothers Leon, Mifford, Avery and Greg Visitation Monday February 21, 2011...

Dennis A. Johnson

Dennis A. Johnson

Feb 15, 2011

JOHNSON, Dennis A. age 60 years of Springfield, NE He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald & Ernesta Johnson; brother, David Johnson. Dennis is survived by his wife, Lorna Nicholson-Johnson, daughter, Melissa McBride, step-Children, Bill Nicholson, Jill Nicholson-Harvill; brother, Paul Johnson; 11 grandchildren & 1 great grandchild. Memorial Gathering, Friday, 3-6PM at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) Inurnment, Private

Elizabeth F. Fischer

Elizabeth F. Fischer

Feb 14, 2011

FISCHER, Elizabeth F. age 92 of Omaha. May 2, 1918 – February 13, 2011 Preceded in death by husband, Elmer. Survived by son, Russell D. Fischer (Janette) of Charleston, IL, LeRoy R. Fischer (LaVoris) of Florissant, CO; grandchildren, Bryan Fischer (Andrea), Julie Hill (Jon), Steven Fischer (Rosie), Kyle Fischer, Allison Fischer; 6 grandchildren. Visitation, Thursday from 6:00 PM to 8:00...

Joan I. Cummins

Joan I. Cummins

Feb 14, 2011

CUMMINS, Joan I. age 87 years of Omaha passed February 14, 2011. Joan was born January 18, 1924 in Wahpeton, ND. She graduated from High School in Hankinson, ND and from Lutheran Nurse Training School, 1945 in Sioux City, IA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Earl; parents, Alfred & Marth; sister, Lula; brothers, Raymond, Woodrow and Alfred,...

Debra J. Krekovich

Debra J. Krekovich

Feb 13, 2011

KREKOVICH, Debra J. Age 55 of North Platte 12/20/1955 ~ 2/13/2011 Debra was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She worked at Saint Joe Villa in Omaha as Director of Nursing, Westwood Care Center and Tiffany Square in Grand Island, and finally at Sutherland Care Center in Sutherland Nebraska before succumbing to her long two and a half year battle...

Dema "Dee" J. Perkins

Dema "Dee" J. Perkins

Feb 13, 2011

Preceded in death by her husband William. She is survived by her Children, Sue Brophy (Glen Ingoglia), Michael (Christine) Perkins, Shelba (Edward) Hershey & Sheri (Thomas) Haynes; 9 Grandchildren,Dominique, Chelsea, Ashley, Ryan, Justin, Shawn, Dustin, Nathan & Ryan (Jessica); 5 Great Grandchildren, Kolbie, Ryan, Emily, Mckenna & Addison; Many friends at Brookstone Village & Her beloved dog “Snoopy”. Celebration of...

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