Steve A. Leeder
Jul 14, 2021
Stephen (Steve) Leeder was born on January 10th, 1947 to John and Betty Leeder. The eldest of two children, Steve attended and graduated from Benson High School where he played trombone in the Benson High School “Marching 100.” Steve served his country in the Army from January 1966 to January 1968. After serving in the military, he held many jobs...
Viola F. Pignotti
Jul 13, 2021
PIGNOTTI, Viola F. 7/24/1926 – 7/13/2021 Viola was born on July 24, 1926, in Omaha, NE to Augusta and Carl Johnson. She would have been 95 in 5 days. She grew up and remained in Omaha where she met Joseph Pignotti. After a whirlwind romance they married in 1942 and had 7 children, they raised primarily in the Benson area....
Donna Kae Anderson
Jul 12, 2021
ANDERSON, Donna Kae 9/25/1936 – 7/12/2021 Preceded in death by parents, Walter and Elsie (Trafton) Stinger; stepfather, Cleland Stinger; son, Blaine; brothers, Dean and Dwaine Survived by husband, Bill Anderson; sons, Darin Anderson (Renee), Andrew Anderson; daughter, Lori Anderson; grandchildren, Adam, Kyle, Kim, D.J., Jordan, Devin; seven great grandchildren and other family members and friends Visitation: Friday July 16 from...
Willard J. “Will” Mcnamara
Jul 11, 2021
McNamara, Will - age 68 September 27, 1952 - July 11, 2021 Will was born to Bill and Barbara McNamara, the second of six children. He died peacefully, surrounded by his children and partner. He is preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Pegee (Pat) Stewart. His culinary path started as a table busser at Kenny’s Restaurant and Cocktail...
Jen Thomson
Jul 10, 2021
"Jennifer Jo Thomson, known as Jen by loved ones, was born to Kris Dygert and Randall Stoner June 21st 1975. Jen was a kind and curious child. Later in life, working her second job as a coat check at a local bar, she met the love of her life Michael Thomson. The two knew they were meant to be married...
Elaine B Wise
Jul 7, 2021
Elaine Ann Blotzer-Wise born 10/15/1942 in Wilkinsburg, PA and passed on 7/7/2021 in Valley, NE. Elaine possessed outstanding technical and management skills that resulted in a successful career. Attending Robert Morris Business School and the University of Nebraska aided in that success.She was just a few hours short of obtaining a Bachelor of Arts degree. Her early years took her...
Ronald G. Patton
Jul 7, 2021
Patton, Ronald G. Sr., 7/31/1946 - 7/7/2021 Preceded in death by parents, John and Arlene; sister, Donna Kelly; grand-daughter, Allie Patton. Survived by wife of 52 years, Mary Patton; son, Ronald (Kelly) Patton Jr., daughter, Buffy Patton; grandson, Guy Patton. Celebration of life: 6:00 PM with Visitation starting at 5:00pm, Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Braman Mortuary 72nd Street Chapel.
John C. Guise
Jul 7, 2021
In loving memory of John Carroll Guise Jr. age 83, born October 12, 1937 in Washington DC, passed away July 7, 2021 in Omaha, Nebraska. John called home in Cape Coral, Florida for 30 years with his wife of 60 years.Survived by Linda M. Guise of Omaha, Nebraska; son, Jay C. III (Rosalie) Guise of Omaha, Nebraska; daughter, Karen (Sven)...
Phyllis Anne Tallent
Jul 4, 2021
TALLENT, Phyllis Anne 3/16/1952 - 7/4/2021 Preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Rosemary Sue (Smith) Caldwell; sister, Robin Lewis Survived by husband, Ken Tallent; son, Greg Tallent (Nancy); daughter, Casey Tallent Macias (Gus); grandchildren, Carter Tallent, Paige Tallent, Holly Tallent, Lucas Macias; other family members and friends Visitation with the family will be held on Saturday, July 24...
William L. Farmer
Jul 4, 2021
William L. Farmer Jr. April 22, 1939 - July 4, 2021 Omaha, Nebraska - Bill is survived by his wife Laura, son William L. Farmer III, son Michael L. Farmer and wife Susan, Amanda (Tony) Piriano, Matthew (Marie) Hart, and Sarah (Kyle) Armstrong. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Collin Farmer, Claire Farmer, Marielle Farmer, Joseph Piriano, Jeena Piriano,...
Warner L. Guy
Jul 2, 2021
Preceded in death by, father Clinton Guy; mother, Irene Guy (Wattenbarger); step father, Leon Wattenbarger; sisters, Bonnie Conway & Bernice Scott Survived by wife Betty Guy; sons, Rodney (Desiree), Chad (Jennifer), Shannon (Jen) Guy; step daughters, Kim (Mark) Reimers, Cindy (Tom) Koziol, Tammie (Steve) French; step sons, Scott (Laura) Schneider, Randy (Paula) Schneider; cousin, Karen (Dana) Basel; 28 grandchildren and...
Betty A Reeves
Jun 28, 2021
Reeves, Betty A. 12/30/1930 – 6/28/2021 Betty was born in St. Edward, Nebraska and was raised on the farm near the Kearney/Gibbon area. She only went to school through the 7th grade, as she had to help raise her younger siblings. Betty married Melvin Reeves in August of 1948. They had 3 sons: Roger, Randy and Ryan. She loved to...
Dorothea R Hutter
Jun 27, 2021
Hutter, Dorothea R. 9/3/1945 – 6/27/2021 Dorothea is survived by daughter, Valerie Hutter & grandson, Gavin Hutter. Celebration of Dorothea’s Life: Friday, July 2, 2021 at 11:00am at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Braman Mortuary – Southwest Chapel 6505 S. 144 St. Omaha, NE68137 402-895-3400
Wolfgang "Wolf" Speckmeier
Jun 27, 2021
SPECKMEIER, Wolfgang “Wolf” 8/1/1928 – 6/27/2021 Wolfgang “Wolf” Speckmeier wasborn in Goldach, Germany, on August 1, 1928. Preceded in death by his parents Konrad and Franziska (Hofman) Speckmeier, Sisters, Kathrina Reynolds, Franziska Woodburn, brother Konrad, wife Clara (Hagedorn) son-in-law Ted McKinney and daughter-in-law Chris Speckmeier, brothers and sisters-in-law, severalnieces and nephews. Survived by children, Jeanne (Gary) Christensen, Mike Speckmeier, Renee...
Ralph E. Kroupa
Jun 27, 2021
KROUPA, RALPH E. August 18, 1932 – June 27, 2021 Ralph was preceded in death by parents James and Jessie; wife Lois, son Raymond (Robin), and brother Raymond Kroupa (Rosemary); He is survived by his son John (Karen) and grandson Sean; nieces, nephews, family and friends. Ralph, the younger of two sons, was born in Omaha, NE, August 18th, 1932,...
Madge S. Garst
Jun 24, 2021
GARST, Madge S. 1/9/1920 - 6/24/2021 Visitation: Wednesday, July 7, 2021 from 5-7:00pm at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) Graveside Service: Thursday, July 8, 2021 at 10:30am at Forest Lawn Memorial Park Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) 6505 S. 144 St. Omaha, NE 68137 402-895-3400
Cheryl Lynn Chadwell
Jun 23, 2021
Cheryl L. Chadwell born June 2nd 1946 to Harvey and Evelyn Hicks in Duluth, Minnesota passed away June 23, 2021. Cheryl was preceded in death by her parents, Harvey and Evelyn Hicks; son, John Charles Jr.; brother, Harvey Albert Hicks II. Survived by husband, John C. Chadwell Sr.; daughter, Christine Chadwell; sister, Bonnie (Pat) Crom; grandsons, Jacob and Zachary Barnhart;...
Marvin Earl Fagan
Jun 21, 2021
FAGAN, Marvin Earl 4/1/1945 - 6/21/2021 Survived by wife, Zoe Howland of Kaufman, Texas
Matthew Paul Green
Jun 21, 2021
Matt attended Special Ed classes at OPS Schools of Fontenelle and Monroe.As an adult he attended Encore Workshops and became a residential and workshop client of Envisions, Inc.His last 18 months were spent in the home of George Caamal where he was a well loved and cared for family member. His favorite hobbies included thrifting, garage sales, trail walking, car...
Peggy J. Graves
Jun 18, 2021
GRAVES, Peggy J. 3/12/1957 – 6/18/2021 Peggy is survived by her daughter Kari Lynn; her five children,Marcus, Marshal, Mandy, Michael, and Maggie. Her five siblings; Larry (Ssang) Graves, Janet (Stan) Denman, Mary Francis, Kenny Graves and Rusty Graves.She preceded in death by her parents James and Anna Graves, and her siblings James Graves and Betty Harmon. Peggy will forever be...
