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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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Patricia A. "Patty" Hansen

Patricia A. "Patty" Hansen

Apr 16, 2021

Patricia “Patty” A. Hansen (Hard) Patty was born on May 16, 1956 to Charlie J. and Rosanna Hard in Omaha, Nebraska. She was the youngest of three children, having an older brother, Steve, and an older sister, Diane. Patty graduated from Omaha Northwest High School in 1974. She attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha and received a Bachelor’s Degree...

Jerome M. "Jerry" Essington

Jerome M. "Jerry" Essington

Apr 11, 2021

Essington, Jerome M. “Jerry” Jerry is finally at rest in “God’s Country,” which coincidentally was also his nickname for his hometown of Keyesport, Illinois. Jerry’s athleticism was obvious throughout his life. As a letter winner at Carlyle High School in basketball, baseball, and track, these talents lead him to McKendree College. He then enlisted in the U.S. Army and became...

Susan E. Carter

Susan E. Carter

Apr 10, 2021

Susan E. Carter age 72, passed away April 10, 2021.She was born to the late Herman and Ruth Ehlert on October 22, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois. Susan is survived by husband Robert Carter; daughter, Amy (Tom) Dober their children Madison, Sam and Macy; son, Brian (Candice) Carter, his children, Emma, Alivia, Alexa and Brody; sister, Judi Dennis; nieces, Lindsey (Dave)...

David P. "Red" Mcdonald

David P. "Red" Mcdonald

Apr 10, 2021

"Red" David is survived by his parents Paul and Marjorie McDonald, his wife Janet McDonald, his step children, Brandon, Tara and Lanae, his grandchildren Nathan, Andre, Cameron, Brynn and Jada, his brothers Doug (Kris) and Dan McDonald, his niece Madison and Nephews Darrian and Nathan. He is predeceased by his brother Dennis, his grandparents Irving and Erma Norskov and Leta...

Terry L. Elwood

Terry L. Elwood

Apr 9, 2021

Terry Lynn Elwood of Omaha, NE (1953 - 2021) A Celebration of Life for Terry Elwood age 67 of Omaha will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday,April 17th at the Plainview United Methodist Church in Plainview, NE. Visitation will be Thursday, April 15th at Braman Mortuary, Southwest Chapel, 6505 S. 144thStreet, Omaha, NE from 6:00 - 8:00 pm. Inurnment...

Wendell Ray Strietbeck

Wendell Ray Strietbeck

Apr 5, 2021

STRIETBECK, Wendell Ray 3/23/1946 – 4/5/2021 Survived by his siblings: Jerry Reed, Mike (Kathy) Strietbeck, Dan (Margaret) Strietbeck; Many other relatives and friends. Graveside Service: Thursday, April 8, 2021 at 10:00AM at Omaha National Cemetery Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE68114 402-391-2171

Stephanie J. Keller

Stephanie J. Keller

Apr 5, 2021

KELLER, Stephanie J. “Steph” 9/7/1981 – 4/5/2021 Stephanie Jean Keller was born on September 7th, 1981 in Sioux City, IA to Doug and Vicki Livermore. She graduated from East High School in 2000 and then went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary and Special Education from Morningside College and later a Master’s Degree from Wayne State College. While...

Helma Wilson

Helma Wilson

Apr 4, 2021

Wilson, Helma 4/27/1947 – 4/4/2021 Age 73 of Omaha. Helma was born in Zweibrucken, Germany & passed away in Omaha, Nebraska. She is survived by two children, Tamara J. Wilson & Dennis R. Wilson. No services will be held. Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE68114 402-391-2171

Russell L. Koken

Russell L. Koken

Apr 2, 2021

Russell L Koken, 67, died April 2nd, 2021 in Omaha Nebraska. Russell was the son of Ray L Koken and Shirley E (Johnson) Koken. He was born July 4th, 1953 in Omaha, where he graduated from Central High School in 1971. He continued his education at the University of Nebraska Omaha. Russ worked for Greyhound Lines for many years. In...

Donald B Glissmann

Donald B Glissmann

Apr 1, 2021

Glissmann, Donald B. 8/15/1929 – 4/1/2021 Don loved life and all the adventures and interests it presented to him. But there were three things that mattered most to him, Faith, Farm and Family. His faith was his bedrock, it gave him strength, comfort, and peace. His was a faith of service to others expecting nothing in return. Don grew up...

Sylvia E. Sheppard

Sylvia E. Sheppard

Mar 31, 2021

Sheppard, Sylvia E. 10/4/1936 – 3/31/2021 Preceded in death by husband, Larry; sons, Michael & Mark Sheppard. Survived by daughters, Julie (Dennis) Kosiba & Lynn Sheppard; grandchildren, John, Mark, Christopher & April; 1 great grandson, Oliver. Private family services to be held at a later date. Braman Mortuary – (Southwest Chapel) 6505 S. 144 St. Omaha, NE68137 402-895-3400

Stephanie A. Messer (Peaker)

Stephanie A. Messer (Peaker)

Mar 31, 2021

MESSER, Stephanie A. (Peaker) 5/15/1968 – 3/31/2021 Stephanie Anne Messer (Peaker) passed away March 31st in Omaha, NE.Her heart, soul, love, compassion, warmth, loving smile and cheer were unconditional and knew no limits. Survived by both parents, Marshall and Sandra Davis; brother John (Heidi) Peaker of Omaha, Jeff Davis of Omaha; Nieces & Nephews, Kirsten, Corey, Seth, Jamie, Jessica, Shane,...

Khai Q

Khai Q

Mar 31, 2021

VU, Khai Q. 11/7/1955 - 3/31/2021 Survived by wife, Dung Vu; daughter, Vi McIntosh (Erik); sons, Khiem Vu (Taira), Tam Vu (Roxy); grandchildren, Vyanna McIntosh, Aaliyah McIntosh, E J McIntosh, Linda, Colby, Alexiah Vu, Devon Vu; sisters, Lien Vu, Dung Vu, Vinh Vu, Diep Vu, Dinh Vu; brother, Kha Vu Visitation: Monday, April 5 from 12 pm - 5 pm...

Jozina "Ina" Averman

Jozina "Ina" Averman

Mar 31, 2021

Jozina (Ina) Averman:December 5, 1941 – March 31, 2021Age:79 Ina passed away on March 31st due to complications from a stroke suffered November 2019.Ina was preceded in death by parents Cornelia (Cor) and Klijs de Bruin.Ina is survived by husband William (Bill) Averman, son, Craig Averman (Angel) of Seattle, Washington; daughter, Denise Winter (Gary) of Omaha; grandsons Ian Averman (Maggie)...

Kathyrn Elizabeth Wheeling

Kathyrn Elizabeth Wheeling

Mar 31, 2021

WHEELING, Kathyrn Elizabeth (McEwan) On Wednesday, March 31, 2021, Kathyrn Elizabeth Wheeling, a loving wife, mother of two, grandmother of five, and great grandmother, passed away at the age of 79. She was born on November 8, 1941. On February 17, 1962 she married John Wheeling and together they raised two children, Ragan and John. Kathyrn was a loving grandmother,...

Larry L. Hausman

Larry L. Hausman

Mar 28, 2021

Larry Lee Hausman died March 28, 2021, in Omaha. A longtime resident of rural Fort Calhoun, Larry was born the third son to Albert and Lillian Hausman in Bruning on Feb. 11, 1939. While young, he moved with his family to Beatrice. He graduated from Beatrice High School in 1957 and entered Peru State Teachers College where he graduated with...

Annie C. Cotten-Lawson

Annie C. Cotten-Lawson

Mar 27, 2021

COTTEN-LAWSON, Annie C. 5/27/1938 – 3/27/2021 Preceded in death by husband, Wylie F. Lawson; son, Michael A. Lawson; parents, Marvin and Sophie (Owen) Cotten Survived by daughters, Cindy M. Nixon (John), Tracy A. Hutchinson (Fabian), Kelly Walton (Donald), brother, Edward Cotten; sister, Betty Jean Jennings; grandchildren, great grandchild, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and numerous other family members

Kenneth Todd Halverson

Kenneth Todd Halverson

Mar 26, 2021

HALVERSON, Kenneth Todd 3/20/1963 - 3/26/2021 Preceded in death by his mother, Patricia (Hamlin) Halverson Survived by his father, Vernon E. "Buzz" Halverson (Cheri); daughter, Cheyanne Halverson (Chris); grandchildren, Memphis and Austin; sister, Jennifer Anderson (Leonard); brother, Tom Halverson (Lori); nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and friends A Gathering of Family and Friends to Celebrate Todd's Life will be held on...

Nugent Dale Jackson

Nugent Dale Jackson

Mar 22, 2021

Nugent Dale Jackson passed away on March 22, 2021 at his home in Omaha after a long battle with cancer. Nugent was a proud United States Air Force veteran who served 20 years (1959-1979) as a Security Forces Staff Sergeant. He served in Vietnam from 1970-1971 at Tan Son Hnut Air Force Base and was a long time member of...

Russell "Russ" Dean Ferbrache

Russell "Russ" Dean Ferbrache

Mar 22, 2021

FERBRACHE, Russell “Russ” D. 4/8/1968 – 3/22/2021 Survived by mother, Shirley Dughman Boldon; father, Raymond Ferbrache; sister, Stacy Halstead (John); brother, Terry L. Baudendistel; special friend, Tammie Utter, niece, nephews, aunts, uncles and other family members and friends. A Celebration of Russ’ Life will be held at a later date

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