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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.
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Virginia M. Mucklow
Jan 5, 2024
Virgnia Mae Mucklow July 29th, 1951 – January 5th 2024 Virginia was born July 29th, 1951 to Eleanor Genser and Raymond Brown. She is survived by her husband, Earl Mucklow: daughter and son-in-law Jenn & Pat Michael; granddaughter Ella Michael; sister Dianne Waters (Don); brother David Brown (Linda); brother Ed Brown; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews all of who...
Harold Marvin Johnson
Jan 5, 2024
Harold Marvin Johson was born July 30, 1939 and went home to his lord January 5, 2024. He was preceeded in death by daughter Teresa, parents Levi and Zelpha Johnson, sisters Anna Galbraith, Marie Duschka, Irene Bennett, and Elma Jane Sportsman and brothers Lloyd Johnson, Raymond Johnson, and Gerald Johnson. Survived by wife of 15 years Irene Johnson, children Greg...
Marilyn D Hofeldt
Jan 5, 2024
HOFELDT, Marilyn D. 7/7/1925 - 1/5/2024 Marilyn was born July 7, 1925 in Norfolk, NE to her parents Anton Villnow and Ida Schmidt; She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Milo, daughter Monica Dunlap, grandson Mark Givens; She is survived by her daughter Lynn Givens; granddaughter Molly Lee. Private Services Were Held Braman Mortuary & Cremation Services 6505...
Terry Alvin Heese
Jan 4, 2024
Terry Alvin Heese was born in O’Neill, Nebraska, on September 19, 1948 to Gertrude and Alvin Heese. The family farmed near Page, Nebraska, before moving to O’Neill when he was in middle school. Terry was active in fishing, trapping, hunting, and Explorer Scouts. Shortly after high school graduation, Terry volunteered to enlist in the United States Navy. As a radio...
Sue Ann Vorderstrasse
Jan 4, 2024
VORDERSTRASSE, Sue A. (Markham) 1/10/1953 - 1/4/2024 Sue is survived by her husband of 50 years, Rodger Vorderstrasse; children: Chris, Angie, Eric; many grandchildren, other relatives and friends. CELEBRATION OF SUE'S LIFE: Friday, January 12, 2024 at 11:00am at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) Braman Mortuary and Cremation Services 6505 South 144 St. / Omaha, NE 68137 / 402-895-3400
Michael Lynn Sailors
Jan 2, 2024
Michael Lynn Sailors Date of Birth: June 9, 1961 Date of Death: January 2, 2024 Michael Lynn Sailors was born to Karen Rippen Sailors Brown and her first husband on June 9, 1961. He enjoyed watching football, baseball and working on jigsaw puzzles. He married Aimee Roxanne Reed in Creston, Iowa on December 27, 1992. Mike and Aimee welcomed a...
Wilfred H Hentschke
Jan 1, 2024
HENTSCHKE, Wilfred H. “Bill”, age 92 of Omaha. Bill was preceded in death by his wife Thelma, parents, Willy and Clara Hentschke, daughter-in-law Shari Hentschke, and sister Marianne. He is survived by son Kurt and partner Missy Trout; son Mark; granddaughter January; granddaughter Sara and grandson-in-law John Chappelle; great-grandchildren Elizabeth, Adairah, Norah, Jac, Leo, and Iris; many nieces, nephews, and...
Marlys J. Richardson
Dec 31, 2023
Marlys Richardson was born in St. Paul, Minnesota to Richard and Gladys (Fogue) Durant on June 28, 1936. Marlys was the sixth of eight children, Connie, Russel, Betty Lou, Gloria, Lola, Bruce and Darlene. She attended Wilson High School in St. Paul, MN, and graduated in 1954. Marlys met Ivan Richardson in 1951 and fell helplessly in love and they...
Denise Lorraine Adams
Dec 31, 2023
Denise Lorraine Adams 8/19/1954- 12/31/2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Denise Lorraine Adams, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She peacefully departed this world on Sunday December 31st, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 19th, 1954, Denise lived a life marked by compassion, warmth, and unwavering love. She was a pillar...
Kathryn R. Stinnett
Dec 30, 2023
Kathryn Rau Stinnett was born in Murdock, NE on February 11, 1948. She was the eldest of two children born to Jessie Erickson Rau and Donald Rau. She and her family moved to Omaha after her father passed away in 1952. Kathy grew up in South Omaha and graduated from Omaha Central in 1966. She married David Stinnett in October...
Larry Ray Ainsworth
Dec 28, 2023
AINSWORTH, Larry Ray 7/20/1940 - 12/28/2023 Larry was preceded in death by his son Andrew, parents Ray & Dorothy; He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Sharon; children: Sheldon Ainsworth, Lisa Carnazzo, Lynn (Al) Gardner, Sheri (Scott) Burcaw, April (Bob) Worshek, Laci (Tom) Beaumont; grandchildren: Courtney, Hannah, Heath, Sydney, Joseph, Gabrielle, Hudson, Madeline, Nicholas, Katherine; great grandsons:...
Robert A. Wilson
Dec 28, 2023
Robert A. Wilson January 29, 1942 ~ December 28, 2023 Robert was proceeded in death by his parents Floyd and Geneva Wilson Robert is survived by his wife of 55 years Karen, children Laura (Brad) Weckerlin, Robert (Alicia) Wilson, brothers Paul (Sharon) Wilson and Stephen Wilson. Grandchildren Griffin Weckerlin, Levi and Everly Wilson and numerous nieces and nephews. Robert was...
Garry Lee Lentz
Dec 27, 2023
Garry Lee Lentz, 69, of Louisville, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 27, 2023. Survivors include his wife Patricia, to whom he was married to for 46 years. He met her at Dover AFB, Delaware, where both were stationed in the Air Force and worked in shops next to each other in the same 436th Avionics squadron. Together, they...
Caryl Jean Hultquist
Dec 27, 2023
Caryl Jean Hultquist was born in Oakland, Nebraska on December 6, 1934 to parents Carroll Johnson and Ruth (Nelson) Johnson. Growing up, Caryl lived on her family farm with her parents and sister, Ruth Joan (Johnson) Stone, before graduating from Oakland High School in 1952. On January 6th, 1956 she married her high school sweetheart, Tom J. Hultquist, before he...
Barbara Ann Gutgsell
Dec 26, 2023
Gutgsell, Barbara Ann 9/8/1927 - 12/26/2023 Survived by son, Stephen S. "Scott" Jasa Services will be held at a later date
Kristin Kay Carlsen
Dec 24, 2023
CARLSEN, Kristin Kay 10/28/1966 - 12/24/2023 We are sad to announce the passing of Kristin Kay Carlsen of Omaha,NE. Kris passed at the age of 57 on December 24th surrounded by her family and numerous friends. She will be remembered for the battle she bravely fought against osteosarcoma, her love for hosting weekend football parties along with her passion for...
Wayne A. French
Dec 24, 2023
FRENCH, Wayne 9/10/1948-12/24/2023 Wayne is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbara; daughter Brenda French; son Randy French & wife Jenny; brother Bob French & wife Gay; 12 grandchildren & 5 great grandchildren; many nephews & nieces. (If you plan on attending the service's for Wayne, casual attire is preferred.) VISITATION: Thursday, December 28, 2023 from 5:00-7:00pm at...
Barbara Ann Hay
Dec 20, 2023
Preceded in death by husband, Robert G. Hay and son, William Taylor Hay. Survived by sons, Robert Lee Hay and Bradley Glenn Hay; daughter-in-law, Lynn Hay; sister, Audrey (Jerry) Wilder; 7 grandchildren. Celebration of Barbara’s Life: 11am., Weds. December 27, 2023 with visitation starting at 10am., all at Braman Mortuary SW Chapel
John H. Beck
Dec 20, 2023
BECK, John H. 5/26/1937 - 12/20/2023 John was preceded in death by his son Bryan. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Mary; son Randy Beck & wife Jan; daughter Jann Beck & fiance Alan Holmes; sister Connie Pemble; grandchildren: Lindsey, Ashley, Shelby, Brandon & Connor; 6 great grandchildren, many other relatives and friends. CELEBRATION OF JOHN'S LIFE:...
John Michael Pena
Dec 18, 2023
FLAG Peña, John Michael 9/2/1955 - 12/18/2023 Preceded in death by parents John Pena and Delores Valdez; sister Ernestine Peña; John is survived by his wife of 31 years, Pepper; children: Tonia Banks, Riki Peña, Michael (Evan) Peña; grandson Cayson; siblings: Cindy, Gene, Benny, Larry, Rudy. VISITATION: Thursday, December 21, 2023 from 5:00-7:00pm at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) GRAVESIDE SERVICE:...
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