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.

Mary M. Porter

Mary M. Porter

Nov 13, 2010

Preceded in death by: husband Kenneth, son Kevin, brother Charlie Fletcher & sister Jean Fletcher; Survived By: Son, Matt (Athena); Daughters: Kris Porter (Tammy Block), Tori (Jim) Healey & Amanda Porter; Daughter-in-law, Jenny Porter; Brothers: Bernie, Mike & John Fletcher; Sister, Ann Kitchel; Grandchildren, Mary & Jimmy Healey; Many other relatives & friends. Funeral Mass: Wednesday (11-17-2010), 10:30 AM at...

Donald J. Gillott

Donald J. Gillott

Nov 13, 2010

Preceded in death by: Parents Michael & Ida, infant brother Tony; Survived by: Life Companion, Larry Erpelding; Brother, Clarence Gillott & wife Elvia; Sister, Roseann Molden & husband Al; 10 Nieces & Nephews; Many other relatives and friends. Funeral Mass: Thursday (11/18/2010), 10:00 AM at St. Leo’s Catholic Church (102 & Blondo). Visitation: Wednesday, 5-8:00 PM, with a Wake Service...

Lillian Mildred White

Lillian Mildred White

Oct 31, 2010

WHITE, Lillian M. (Kriz) - age 101 years of Omaha, passed away Sunday October 31, 2010 Lillian was the First Charter Member of The River City Theater Organ Society. She enjoyed politics and playing the organ. Preceded in death by her parents Tony and Anna Kriz; sisters, Bessie Gross, Marie Larsen, Adeline Campbell; Brothers, Earl Kriz, Jay Kriz; sister-in-law Doris...

Norman F. Thomsen

Norman F. Thomsen

Oct 26, 2010

THOMSEN, Norman F. – Age 89 years of Omaha Preceded in death by wife, Devota; Survived by: Sons & Daughters-in-law: Gary & Carla, Mark & Kristin; Longtime companion, Vernelle Thurber; Brother, Jim & wife Bonnie; Sister, Laura Peterson; Grandchildren: Dane, Stephen, Kristin & Connor; Step-Grandchildren, Tyler & Jayme Horn. Celebration of Norman’s Life: Friday, 10:30 AM at St. Mark Lutheran...

Jack R. Genners,

Jack R. Genners,

Oct 25, 2010

GENNERS, Sr. Jack R. age 72 years of Omaha, passed away Oct. 25, 2010. He is preceded in death by parents, Frederick & Olive Genners & brother, Sidney Genners. Jack is survived by his wife, Sharon Genners of 44 years; children, Dyna (David) Wawrzynkiewicz, Jack (Terry) Genners, Jr., Erin Genners; brothers, Art (Eulla) & Gary (Pat) Genners; sister, June Negley;...

Edwin Harold Fiala

Edwin Harold Fiala

Oct 24, 2010

FIALA, Edwin H. age 94 of Bellevue passed away Sunday October 24, 2010 Preceded in death by, Wife, Catherine Mother Theresa Brothers Fred and George Sisters Laura and Margaret Survived by, Daughter Sharon (David) McAnulty, Papillion, NE Son Ed Fiala Jr, Albuquerque, NM Sister Florence Smith, Omaha, NE 5 Grandchildren Tammy Logan, Jon (Christa) McPherson, Amy (Jess) Hammond, Robert (Teresa)...

Dorothy M. Carlson

Dorothy M. Carlson

Oct 23, 2010

CARLSON, Dorothy M. – Age 79 years Omaha Preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Raymond; Survived by: Son, Richard; Daughter, Linda (Dennis) Murphy; Grandsons: Kelly (Kristi) Murphy, Brandon (Amy) Murphy, Christian (Maureen) Murphy; Great Grandchildren: Jordan, Skylar, Ethan, Isaac, Megan, Ava, Mason & Simon; Brothers: Gene, Gerald & Tom Auxier; Sisters, Gerri Miller & Rosie Ray. Celebration...

Melissa Richards

Melissa Richards

Oct 23, 2010

Preceded in death by Grandparents: George & Lucille Ehret, Bob Rother, Ray Richards; Survived by: Parents, Ron & Gail; Brothers: Benjamin & wife Jessica, Joshua; Grandmothers: Bertie Rother, Olive Richards, Betty Fleshman; Nieces: Kaelynn, Jillian, Victoria; Many other relatives &friends. Celebration of Melissa's Life: Friday, 10:00 AM at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel). Visitation with family on Thursday, 5-8:00 PM at...

Robert "Bobb" C. Pearson

Robert "Bobb" C. Pearson

Oct 22, 2010

Survived by: Parents, Robert Sr. & Alisa; Grandfather, Doyle Pearson; Grandmother, Alice Erftmier; Brothers: Joshua & Fiance Erin, Jason & wife Stacy; Sister, Sara Pearson & husband Nathan; Niece, Evelyn. Visitation: Tuesday, from 4-8:00 PM at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family

Martha R. Young

Martha R. Young

Oct 21, 2010

YOUNG, Martha R. age 87 years of Omaha, passed away October 21, 2010. She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Young, Sr.; brother, Lewis “Frosty” Biggs; daughter-in-law, Susan Young. Martha is survived by her sons, Charles Young, Jr., Michael (Sally) Young, Roger (Rebecca) Young; brothers, James Biggs, Dennis (Deanna) Biggs; sister-in-law, Rita Biggs; grandchildren, Charles, III, Robert “Robby”,...

Harlan R. Farson

Harlan R. Farson

Oct 21, 2010

FARSON, Harlan Ray “Radar”, age 68 years of Omaha, passed away Oct. 21, 2010. Known as “Radar” to his many friends, Harlan died peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, October 21, 2010. He is preceded in death by his father, Harold R. Farson, brother, Richard (Dick) Farson, sisters, Patti Brown and Karen Snyder. He is survived by his mother, Virginia...

James Lofgren

James Lofgren

Oct 21, 2010

LOFGREN, James Lee. Age 60 5/29/1950 ~ 10/21/2010 Jim passed away in McKinney, Texas after a long battle with Creutzfeldt-Jacob Disease. Jim was married to Lynn Landers in January of 1970 in Sioux City, Iowa He retired from the Navy in 1990 after 21 years of service and has been in Dental sales in the Omaha and surrounding Area for...

Mildred A. Kerkmann

Mildred A. Kerkmann

Oct 21, 2010

KERKMANN, Mildred A. age 94 of Omaha, passed away quietly at Lindenwood Nursing Facility Thursday October 21, 2010 Mildred was born to Amos and Anna Miller on July 12, 1916. Proceeded in death by her parents, 1 daughter, Barbara Steskal, and very special friend Dwight Hatcher. She is survived by 4 children, Deanna Beresh of Omaha, Linda Balakier of Fountain...

Doris L. Peterson

Doris L. Peterson

Oct 17, 2010

PETERSON, Doris L., Age 81 years of Omaha She was a member of the O.E.S. Fontenelle Chapter #249 & Social Order of the Beauceant, Omaha Assembly #91. Preceded in death by husband, Richard; Survived by her sons, Richard Peterson, Jr., David & wife Kristi Peterson & Jess Peterson; Grand Daughters, Jordan & Sydney Peterson; Sister, Jessie Binkert; Many other relatives...

Gary "Big Lou" Palma

Gary "Big Lou" Palma

Oct 16, 2010

PALMA, Gary “Big Lou” - Age 58 years of Omaha Preceded in death by: father, Jack F. Palma, brother, Jack L. Palma & Nephew, Sean; Survived by: His wife of 31 years, Hazel Palma; Mother, Lorraine Palma; Sister, Roseann Clarke & husband Terry; Countless nieces, nephews & friends. Celebration of Big Lou’s Life: Thur. 2:00 PM at Braman Mortuary (72...

David L. Korpua

David L. Korpua

Oct 16, 2010

KORPUA, David L. – Age 42 years of Omaha. Preceded in death by brother Danny Korpua, parents Grace and Eino Korpua & wife Sherri L. Korpua. Survived by his three children, Son David Cody Korpua, Daughters Amber Leigh Korpua & Tiffany Dawn Christofferson; Step-Daughter, Kelly Hodaway; Sisters, Dorothy and Rodger Burke of Florida, Debi and Bill Woodard of Florida, Cindy...

Dick D. Bower,

Dick D. Bower,

Oct 16, 2010

BOWER, Sr, Dick D. age 77 years of Omaha, passed away October 16, 2010. He is preceded in death by: father, Chester Bower; mother & step-father, Zella & Maxwell Goslin; brother, Duane Bower. Dick is survived by his wife, Betty Bower; son, Dick (Jolene) Bower; daughter, Barbara Hansen; brothers, Darwin Bower, Jon ( Kathy) Goslin, Brad Goslin, Charles (Sharon) Goslin;...

Donald E. Peacock

Donald E. Peacock

Oct 15, 2010

PEACOCK, Donald E. of Omaha, Born Burchard, Nebraska March 24, 1937, passed away peacefully from natural causes at the age of 73 October 15, 2010 He is preceded in death by his parents Donald and Lucy and two Brothers Henry and Fritz Survived by his two Ex-Wives Dolores Michalek and their children Rickie (Bob) Glore Jodi (John) Schopen Scott Applegate...

Wanda Louise Reid

Wanda Louise Reid

Oct 14, 2010

REID, Wanda Louise. age 70 of Omaha, passed away Tuesday October 12, 2010 Wanda was a loving Mom and full time grandmother. She retired to Omaha in 2002 and began to volunteer at Alegent Lake Side Hospital where she made many friends. She enjoyed quilting and belonged to a local quilting club here in Omaha and was a member of...

Mabelann M. Schlagenhauff

Mabelann M. Schlagenhauff

Oct 13, 2010

SCHLAGENHAUFF, Mabelann M. age 74 years of Omaha passed away October 13, 2010. She is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond & Verna Brady; brother, Donovan Brady. Mabelann is survived by her husband, George Schlagenhauff, Sr.; children, Brenda (Ken) Hollst, George Schlagenhauff, Jr., Jim Schlagenhauff; brother, Raymond (Evelyn) Brady, six grandchildren & four great-grandchildren. Celebration of Life, Wednesday, 10:30Am...

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