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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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Bert Tamer

Bert Tamer

Oct 16, 2020

TAMER, Bert 1/14/1941 - 10/16/2020 Bert was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.He grew strong in his faith in the Lord and joyfully worked to serve his church.Bert proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from 1960-1964.He loved to travel, read, play games, golf, watch wrestling, and spend as much time with his family as he...

Karen L. Peroutka

Karen L. Peroutka

Oct 14, 2020

PEROUTKA, Karen L. 12/28/1941 – 10/14/2020 “The Wizard of Oz” taught us that a heart is not judged by how much you love, but by how much you are loved by others. For Karen Peroutka, both were true. Love and generosity were Karen’s gifts, her language and her currency. Birthdays meant receiving not just a handwritten card, but also a...

Scott Wayne Powell

Scott Wayne Powell

Oct 13, 2020

Scott Wayne Powell Born May 8th, 1962 in Webb City, Missouri. Passed on October 13th, 2020 in Omaha, Nebraska. Scott loved working on vehicles and he frequented car shows which he built many models that won awards at these shows. He passed the time by watching Nascar. His favorite Driver was Jeff Gordon. Scott loved his family and enjoyed making...

Joanne N. Raterman

Joanne N. Raterman

Oct 12, 2020

Joanne Raterman was born September 22, 1959, the youngest of four daughters born to Norman and Ann Hilgemyer.Joanne was raised in Belleville, Illinois attending Belle Valley Grade School and graduating from Belleville Township High School East.She went on to get a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville in 1981. Joanne happily welcomed two sons: Sean...

Gordon Lee Mcdonald

Gordon Lee Mcdonald

Oct 9, 2020

McDonald, Gordon L. 11/18/1935 - 10/9/2020 Proudly served his country in the United States Navy, was a proud Ironworker, AFL-CIO President for Nebraska and served as a State Senator Preceded in death by his parents, Harlan and Helena (Rosenbaum) McDonald; brother Warren McDonald; sisters, Lois Nielsen, Darlene Roumph Survived by wife, Sharon (Boll) McDonald; sons, Todd McDonald (Charlene Howard), Michael...

Lois K. Mattefs

Lois K. Mattefs

Oct 8, 2020

MATTEFS, Lois K. 5/8/1933 - 10/8/2020 Preceded in death by parents; daughter, Stephanie K. Finn Survived by son, Michael Finn (Estela); grandchildren, Elizabeth, Nicholas, Michael; nieces, Debbie McCain (Steve) and Becky Weintraub (Arden) Private services Braman Mortuary Southwest Chapel

Beverly J. Schizas

Beverly J. Schizas

Oct 7, 2020

Beverly J. Schizas, 09/29/1929-10/07/2020 Beverly is preceded in death by her husband of 74 years, Dean Schizas; daughter, Nancy Schizas and son, Fred Schizas II. Beverly is survived by children, Susan (Lawrence) Burke, Deana Schizas; daughter in law, Jeanne Schizas; grandchildren, Kyle (Rachel) Schizas, Alicia (Brian) Hoffman, Ryan (Kelly) Burke, Chris (Ashley) Burke; and 8 great grandchildren. Service:1:00pm Monday, October...

Fred Raymond Anthis

Fred Raymond Anthis

Oct 5, 2020

ANTHIS, Fred R. 4/20/1940 – 10/5/2020 Graveside Service: Friday, Oct. 9, 2020 at 11:00am at Westlawn-Hillcrest Cemetery Braman Mortuary (72 St. Chapel) 1702 N. 72 St. Omaha, NE68114 402-391-2171

Jane Alden Johnson

Jane Alden Johnson

Oct 3, 2020

Jane Alden Johnson was born in Gholston, MS, to Annie Westerfield Harrington and Wilbert Harrington on July 9, 1941.She was the 2nd oldest of eleven siblings. She was preceded in death by her parents, Annie and Wilbert Harrington; stepmother, Callie Harrington; brother, Wilbert Harrington Jr.; sisters, Bobby Harrington and Peggy Rucker; and daughter, Crystel Reed-Hall. Jane was united in holy...

Jewelene Samuel

Jewelene Samuel

Oct 3, 2020

Jewell Samuel, age 86, born August 27, 1934 at Dumas, Arkansas, died October 3, 2020 at Omaha, Nebraska. Jewell Samuel was preceded in death by her father, Forrest McDonald (1967), her mother, Charlotte McDonald (2000) and her sister, Earlene Webb (2015). Jewell Samuel is survived by her life partner, Moses Devers, her son and his spouse, Hezekiah and Cindi Pittman,...

Dean M. Sciford

Dean M. Sciford

Oct 3, 2020

SCIFORD, Dean Michael 01/26/1953 – 10/02/2020 Dean Michael Sciford was born January 26, 1953 in Omaha, NE at St. Joe Hospital to Kenneth Burton and Dorothy Ellen Sciford. He had one older brother Kenneth Jr. They were joined a couple years later by another brother, Jeffrey. When Dean was 7 they moved to Anderson, IN in the middle of July....

Cheryl Lynn Cryer

Cheryl Lynn Cryer

Oct 3, 2020

Cheryl L. Cryer (71) of Omaha, NE passed away on October 3, 2020. She was born on January 17, 1949 in Springfield, IL to parents Homer & Ernestine (Truter) Spencer. She married James H. Cryer on December 6, 1968 and he preceded her in death in 2003. Cheryl operated a licensed home daycare for almost 20 years. She was a...

Marsha Joy Baker

Marsha Joy Baker

Oct 2, 2020

BAKER, Marsha Joy 12/14/1957 - 10/2/2020 Survived by husband, Patrick Baker; sons, Patrick Baker Jr., Dwight Lawson (Heather); granddaughters, Claire, Kailey; brother, Corey Rusie (Karla); sister, Kim Wilson (Gary), many nieces, nephews and friends Celebration of Marsha's Life: Wednesday, October 7, 2020 at 11 am at Braman Mortuary 72nd St. Chapel, with visitation one hour prior to the service Interment:...

Robert M. Dallan

Robert M. Dallan

Oct 1, 2020

Dallan, Robert Michael Nov. 5, 1949 – Oct. 1, 2020 (age 70) Born in Pratt, Kansas and passed away in Omaha, NE Survived by wife, Suzie; children, Courtnie (Jacob), Ramanda (Ryan), and Ryan (Maggie); brother, Charles Dallan; sisters, Cheri (Terry) Kuehn, Debbie Settlemyer, Barbara Dallan, Ginger Cantrell, and Judy Bagby; 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; several neices, nephews, and friends....

Patricia Anne Ridpath

Patricia Anne Ridpath

Sep 30, 2020

Services are private.

Thomas Dale Shandera

Thomas Dale Shandera

Sep 28, 2020

Thomas Dale Shandera passed away on Monday, September 28th, 2020. Private Family Gathering will be held at a later date.

Deborah "Debbie" F. Holt

Deborah "Debbie" F. Holt

Sep 28, 2020

HOLT, Deborah "Debbie" F. 9/10/1959 - 9/28/2020 Preceded in death by parents, Erwin and Dorothy (Hannah) Holt Survived by sisters, Mary Meduna (Jim), Jennifer Schroeder (John); brother, Steve Holt, five nephews and other family and friends Visitation: Sunday, October 4, 2020 from 5 pm - 6 pm with a Prayer Service at 6 pm at St. James Catholic Church in...

Doris "Dorie" Jane

Doris "Dorie" Jane

Sep 28, 2020

Services are private.

Keith L. Leclair

Keith L. Leclair

Sep 25, 2020

LeClair, Keith L. 7/26/1923 – 9/25/2020 WWII Army Veteran Preceded in death by his parents Leo and Rose LeClair; loving wife Marion; son, Alan Eugene LeClair; daughter-in-law, Mary LeClair; granddaughter, Michaela Ring. Survived by sons, Steven and Mikel LeClair; many other relatives & friends Visitation: Tues, Sept. 29 from 5-7pm, with a 7pm Rosary, all at Braman Mortuary (72nd Street...

Edward Mathewson

Edward Mathewson

Sep 25, 2020

Mathewson, Edward J. 3/26/1954 – 9/25/2020 Preceded in death by his parents, R.E. “Bud” and Ruth Mathewson. Survived by: Wife Deborah of 47 years. Son, Kyle R. Mathewson; Daughter, Caitlin M. Mathewson; Grandchildren: Caleb Mathewson, Cailey Mathewson, Blake Tarver; Siblings: Dorothy “Duffy” (Jim) Yeshnowski, Tim (Kim) Mathewson, Sandy Stehno; Many other relatives and friends. Braman Mortuary Southwest Chapel

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