Obituaries

Oct 4, 2023

Ricky Lavern McKean February 25, 1958 ~ October 6, 2023 Preceded in death by his parents, Dorrance and Mildred McKean; brothers, Ted, Robert, Stanley, Roger (Judy) and Gene McKean; sister Judy Ross. Survived by wife, Pamela Savoye; sister Kathy McKean; many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. No services at this time. Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72...

Oct 3, 2023

Mary Jo Ellen Lash September 16, 1955 - October 3, 2023 Mary Jo, age 68, died peacefully in her sleep at home on October 3, 2023. Mary Jo was the second oldest child of Shirley and William Lash Sr. She graduated from Northwest High School in 1973, afterwards earning a degree from UNO and a law degree from Creighton University....

Oct 2, 2023

Ron L. Maret 1956-2023 Ron Maret passed away on October 2, 2023 at Methodist Hospital with his family by his side. Ron was born in Kearney Nebraska to Darrell and Reita Maret. Ron graduated from Millard High School in 1974. He attended University of Nebraska Lincoln briefly before he started working at Kellogg’s in Omaha in 1976. Ron met the...

Oct 2, 2023

Don LaVon Hansen July 17, 1936 - October 2, 2023 Don LaVon Hansen was born on July 17, 1936 to Harvey and Betty (Mickelsen) Hansen. He passed away peacefully on October 2, 2023 in Omaha. Don was born on a farm, three miles east of Cadams in south-central Nebraska, on the hottest day on record, 117 degrees! Don was baptized...

Oct 1, 2023

James Lee Lindahl (Jim) August 9, 1933– October 1, 2023 James Lindahl died peacefully in his home on October 1, 2023. Private services were held this week and family and friends expressed gratitude for the recent opportunity to gather in his home the previous month to help celebrate his 90th birthday where he clearly had a blast. Jim was born...

Sep 30, 2023

Anthony Bernard Gotto, Age 69 of Omaha NE.

(Aka Tony, Bommer & Buzz)

Passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023

Tony was born in Onawa, IA on October of 1953, and lived on the family farm outside of Ute, IA. Tony attended and graduated high school in Charter Oak, IA. Tony’s love was brawling,...

Sep 29, 2023

Kline,Doris A. 8/8/1934 - 9/29/2023 Preceded in death by children Mark and Cindy Tollander; She is survived by her children: Katie Hodges, Deb (Chris) Tuan, Bob and Mike Tollander; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. A private service will be held at a later date Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE 68114 402-391-2171

Sep 29, 2023

Dennis E. Johnson May 30th, 1930 ~ September 29, 2023 Dennis Johnson was born on May 30, 1930 to Ernest and Rhoda (Ena) Johnson. He passed away peacefully on September 29, 2023 in Omaha. Dennis was born in Wausa, Nebraska and farmed in that area for many years. Dennis married Betty (Becker) Johnson in 1955. Dennis and Betty and their...

Sep 29, 2023

Bloyd, David J. 9/5/1939 - 9/29/2023 Survived by wife of 60 years, Tammy; sons: Nate, Nick (Rebecca) Bloyd; brother Tom Bloyd; many grandchildren, great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. CELEBRATION OF DAVID'S LIFE: Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at 12:30 pm at Faith Christian Church (2201 S. 132 St.) INTERMENT: Omaha National Cemetery Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) 6505 S. 144 St....

Sep 28, 2023

Carol Neth Shaw June 5, 1955 - September 28, 2023 Carol Neth Shaw departed this life peacefully, with family at her side, on Thursday, September 28, 2023 after enduring several strokes in the last five years. While her journey was marked with struggles, it was eased considerably by the prayers and presence of a village of friends, family, and a...

Sep 28, 2023

Marion Kathleen Zenker December 13, 1936 ~ September 28, 2023 Marion Kathleen Zenker was born Marion Cushing in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Sunday, December 13th, 1936. She was the firstborn of Samuel A. Cushing and Bernice K. (Reierson) Cushing’s seven children. She passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023, in Papillion, Nebraska. Marion was a long-time resident of South Dakota, and particularly, of...

Sep 26, 2023

Steven T. Nelson (Nels) 1-18-1948 to 9-26-2023 Preceded in death by parents Thorald and Ethel Nelson, sons Steve and Larry Nelson, daughter Rhonda Nelson. Survived by wife of 41 years Rita (The Warden) Nelson, daughter Tammy K Nelson, sisters Linda White and Joann Monnier, 8 grandkids, 16 great grandkids and many nieces and nephews. Celebration of Nels Life: Wednesday, October...

Sep 26, 2023

Aimee Roxanne Sailors September 12th, 1954 ~ September 26, 2023 Aimee was born to Arthur and Thelma Reed in Creston, Iowa on September 12, 1954. She graduated from Creston High School on May 16, 1972. She attended Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Aimee enjoyed singing and playing her guitar in clubs during her leisure time. She married Michael...

Sep 20, 2023

Hawkins, James E. "Jim" 9/8/1951 - 9/20/2023 James (Jim) Edward Hawkins, 72, of Omaha, Nebraska died September 20, 2023 at his home surrounded by his wife, Peggy, son, Jonathan and daughter-in-law Malynne after being diagnosed with glioblastoma in the fall of 2022. Jim was born, September 8, 1951 in Lincoln, Nebraska to Harold W. Hawkins and Lorraine J. Hawkins. The...

Sep 19, 2023

Edward J. Klima April 25th 1929 – September 19th 2023 Edward J. Klima passed the morning of September 19, 2023 – a little over a year since his wife Diane’s passing. You may have known him from one of the dance bands he played trumpet in throughout college where the limo wagon that held all of the instruments and band...

Sep 18, 2023

Ayotte, Brenton R. 11/2/1987 - 9/18/2023 Survived by wife Amanda and their 3 sons; many other relatives and friends. VISITATION: Thursday, September 28, 2023 from 5-7:00pm at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) CELEBRATION OF BRENTON'S LIFE: Friday, September 29, 2023 at 10:30am at Citylight Church - Midtown (45 & Nicholas St. ) INTERMENT: Omaha National Cemetery In Lieu of flowers, memorials...

Sep 17, 2023

Morgan, Yana S. 6/8/1966 - 9/17/2023 Yana Morgan, daughter, sister, mentor, and outstanding friend to all who knew her, left the world a sadder place on September 17, 2023. Yana had many strong passions (and opinions!): among them music (especially jazz and blues,) sports (an avid soccer player,) and a dedication to social and political issues. Born in Amarillo, Texas,...

Sep 15, 2023

Lohrenz, Otto May 24, 1925 - September 15, 2023 Otto Lohrenz, a resident of Omaha, passed away September 15, 2023. He was born on the family farm near Owasso, Oklahoma, on May 24, 1925. His parents were Gerhard and Mary (Penner) Lohrenz. In 1927 the family relocated to Marion County, Kansas, where Otto grew up on several farms. He...

Sep 10, 2023

Michelle Veronica Savatovic May 16, 1964 - September 10, 2023 Survived by 3 daughters, 2 sons, and 13 grandchildren. She was best known for her generosity, her willingness to help anyone, and having such a caring heart. She loved her dog Sophie and she loved all her kids and grandchildren so much and they were the light that kept her...

Sep 10, 2023

Anderson, Dennis L. 5/19/1947 - 9/10/2023 Age 76 Dennis L Anderson of Papillion, NE passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023; surrounded by family. He was born May 19, 1947, to John Anderson and Dorothy (Stonequist) Anderson in Hazel Run, MN. He attended Granite Falls Area Vocational Technical Institute in Minnesota. In 1968, he was drafted into the Army where...