Obituaries

Dec 22, 2022

Samuel John Wall, age 90, passed away December 22, 2022. Sam was born in Coaldale, Pennsylvania August 2, 1932. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Louise, his son, Gary Wall (wife, Dot) and daughter Elizabeth (Betty) Kalina, five grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. He was united in marriage to Louise Bila in 1954. Sam grew up...

Dec 22, 2022

Evans, Charlene T. "Chuckie" 3/22/1941 - 12/22/2022 Charlene "Chuckie" was the youngest of 10 children born to Rudy and Josie Hoffman. Raised on a farm outside of Willey, Iowa - she learned how to be tough and how to work hard. After high school graduation, she worked at the Carroll, Iowa Chamber of Commerce. She came to Omaha to work...

Dec 21, 2022

Steven David Shiflett November 8, 1962 ~ December 21, 2022 Steven was born in Omaha Ne to the late Elmer and Audrey Shiflett. He is survived by his wife of 34 years Tracey; son, Owen Shiflett; daughter, Emily (Anthony) Snelling; grandchildren, Jack and Ava Snelling; sisters, Lisa (Rob) Toltzman, Lori Banse, Jody Capasso; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Celebration...

Dec 18, 2022

Perera, Kelly Jo 2/6/1964 - 12/18/2022

Kelly Jo (Cahill) Perera was born in Omaha, Nebraska on February 6, 1964 to Edmund and Linda (Saklar) Cahill.  At the time of Kelly’s birth her father was enlisted in the U.S. Navy and had just finished his assignment at the base in Kodiak Island, Alaska.  San Diego, California would be...

Dec 17, 2022

Kaplan, George J. 6/20/1945 - 12/17/2022 Survived by daughter Nicole Dolan & husband Dan; grandchildren: Charli, George, Addison; sister Carol Haase & husband Doug; niece Barb Feldhacker & husband Scott; nephew Jim Haase & wife Tonya; many other relatives and friends. CELEBRATION OF GEORGE'S LIFE: Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022 at 11:00am, with visitation one hour prior to the service,...

Dec 16, 2022

Mary Ann was born in LaMars, Iowa to the late Henry and Minnie (Theisen) Campbell; she is preceded in death by, four brothers, three sisters, her first husband Lawrence Getchell, second husband Joe Riley, two sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law. She is survived by two daughters, Linda (Bill) Loos, Pamela (Mike) Morrison, and six grandchildren, Emily Perdue (Tyler Carr) of St....

Dec 14, 2022

Patton, Mary Lu 3/9/1950 - 12/14/2022 Preceded in death by husband Ron Patton, Sr; grand daughter Allie Patton; brother Mike VanBrunt Survived by son Ron (Kelly) Patton, Jr; daughter Buffy Peterson; grandson Guy Patton; brothers: Pete VanBrunt, Bob (Laurie) Davis, Bill (Bev) Davis; sister Sandy (Lee) Ackerman; many other relatives and friends. CELEBRATION OF MARY'S LIFE: Wednesday, Dec. 28, 2022...

Dec 13, 2022

Thomsen, V. "Rick" 11/20/1956 - 12/13/2022 Rick was a dedicated worker, loyal to the auto parts business for nearly 50 years. Rick semi-retired in November 2019 but continued to work part time until April 2021. On October 3, 1980, we met at a nightclub in Council Bluffs, IA. It was love at first sight and soon led to our marriage...

Dec 13, 2022

Robert Joseph Daquila January 9, 1963 ~ December 13, 2022 Preceded in death by his daughter Jerica Rose; brother, John Daquila; Survived by, his parents, Salvatore and Claudia Daquila; wife, Lori; daughter, Bianca (Patrick) Stutzman; grandchildren, Liam and Levi; father and mother-in-law, Ron and Anita Meints; sister, Cynthia Daquila; many other relatives and friends. Celebration of Robert's Life will...

Dec 13, 2022

Sciford, Jay K. 7/8/1965 - 12/13/2022 Jay is survived by his parents Ken and Barbara Sciford; brother Aaron Sciford; sister Kendra Cavanaugh; many other relatives and friends. GATHERING OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Friday, Dec. 16, 2022 from 1-3:00pm at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72...

Dec 13, 2022

Legate, Myrna G. 11/9/1964 - 12/13/2022 Preceded in death by son, Daniel; parents, David W. and Jean E. (Fritcher) Bent; nephew, Michael Bent Survived by husband, Derek Legate; children, Roger Wiese, Bethany Goodman (Kyle), Jessica Legate (Jake); step-son, Derek; six grandchildren; brother, David Bent (Autumn); nieces, nephew, other family members and friends. Celebration of Myrna's Life will be held at...

Dec 12, 2022

Bruce E. Gill December 5, 1943 - December 12, 2022 Preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Gill; Survived by his children, Bruce (Angelina) Gill, William Gill, Carol (Keith) Ginther, Mary Carlsen, Jim Gill, George (Carrie) Gill, and Robert (Brittany) Gill; grandchildren: Jackie (Jordan) McKeel, Dalton, Michael, Claire, Crystal, Natalie, Brooke, Landon, Micah; great-grandchildren: Kye and Katalina; A private family...

Dec 11, 2022

Applegate, Carol Ann 5/30/1938 - 12/11/2022 Carol Ann Applegate born May 30th, 1938 in Nebraska City, NE to Athel Gardner and Ophello (Jennie) Huey. She was one of thirteen siblings. Carol met Steve, the love of her life, at a lounge where Carol was bartending. Despite thinking he had the filthiest mouth ever; she fell in love with him. They...

Dec 11, 2022

Hardy, Joe E. 10/25/1934 - 12/11/2022 Retired from the United States Air Force after 26 years of service Survived by wife, Sheila Hardy Graveside Service: Thursday, January 19, 2023 at 12:30 pm at Omaha National Cemetery with full military honors

Dec 11, 2022

Cooley, Jerry S. 10/8/1941 - 12/11/2022 Preceded in death by parents, Shade and Nora (Dye) Cooley; sisters, Sara Ann Cooley, Gloria Stoval Survived by wife, Carmen Cooley; son, Jay Cooley (Dorothy); daughter, Suzanne Grisby (Delbert); grandchildren, Carter Cooley, Alex Cooley, Arielle Morris, Danielle Morris; other family members and friends Funeral Service: Monday, December 19 at 10:30 am at Braman Mortuary...

Dec 11, 2022

Czaja, Beverly Ann 12/2/1949 - 12/11/2022 Survived by her husband Richard Czaja, Sr.; children: Gina Stoner, Stacie (Doug) Speicher, Shawn Stoner, Jason (Gina) Stoner, Amy (Brian) Robinson, Richard Czaja, Jr., Brian (Nicole) Czaja; 1 brother and 2 sisters; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. GATHERING OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2022 from 5-7:00pm at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) Braman...

Dec 10, 2022

Spicka, Milford E. 5/28/1962 - 12/10/2022 Milford Spicka was born in Omaha, NE. He was born to Pearl and Gene Spicka. He married Marnie and they had twins Grace and Colton. Milford worked until 2017 when he became disabled after a life threatening blood infection. He was 60 years old when he passed from a very damaged and weak heart. ...

Dec 10, 2022

Holmes, Gail George Gail George Holmes accomplished much in his 99 years. He was born on July 19, 1923 in Menoken, North Dakota, to Paul and Zada Holmes. He was focused on education and work in journalism. WWII interrupted his education. He joined the Army Air Corps and served as a P38 reconnaissance pilot mapping parts of the Philippines and...

Dec 8, 2022

Stevenson, Tracy Lynn 11/25/1969 - 12/1/2022 Survived by mother Cathy Jackson; husband David Stevenson; daughters Ashley (Justin) Williams, Amber Stevenson; son Chris (Brittney) Stevenson; many other relatives and friends. GATHERING OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS: Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023 from 2:00-4:00pm at Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE 68114 402-391-2171

Dec 6, 2022

Herbert Lurvey January 29, 1929 ~ December 6, 2022 Herbert is preceded in death by his wife of 58 years, Imogene Lurvey. He is survived by his son, Sam Lurvey; former daughter in law, Lynne Lurvey; grandchildren, Brooke Lurvey, Grant (Chelsea) Lurvey; great grandchildren, Reid and Ryker. Celebration of Life, 3pm, Thursday, December 15, 2022 with visitation starting at 2pm.,...