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Recent Obituaries in La Vista, NE

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the La Vista, NE area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Ann Mathilda Shirk

Ann Mathilda Shirk

Dec 9, 2024

Anna Mathilda (Hellmich) Shirk, 103, of Papillion, Nebraska, died peacefully on Monday, December 9, 2024.  Ann was born in Marshall County, Iowa, on September 24, 1921, the third child of Wenzel and Marie (Kopsa) Hellmich.  She grew up on the farm and graduated from Conrad High School in 1939.  She attended nurses' training in Marshalltown, Iowa, and received her...

Charles Woodrow Berryman

Charles Woodrow Berryman

Dec 7, 2024

Charles (Chuck) Berryman, Jr. was born January 2, 1940, in Cozad, Nebraska, to Charles Sr. and Joyce (Webster) Berryman. He passed at Hillcrest Country Estate Cottages in Papillion.

Chuck attended school in Cozad and graduated in 1958. He then attended college at Parks School of Business in Denver Colorado, and continued his education in banking school at...

Jeanette Ann Kremer

Jeanette Ann Kremer

Dec 4, 2024

Jeanette A. Kremer, age 91, Of Bellevue, Nebraska Preceded in death by husband, parents, one brother and one sister. Survived by, son, Mike; daughter, Patricia (Paul) Seppell, Mary Jo Kremer, Theresa Kremer, Janine (Ron) Thompson, Gerrilynn (Eric) Robinson, Julie (Terry) Bierman; 15 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; brothers, Bob (Eileen) and Don (Diane) Renken; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation...

Helen Antonette Pokorny

Helen Antonette Pokorny

Dec 2, 2024

Helen A. Pokorny, born on October 23, 1930, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024, at the age of 94. Helen is preceded in death by her husband Anton "Tony" Pokorny; She is survived by her son, Martin (Ginny) Pokorny, and daughter, Sharon (Dave) Guthrie; grandchildren, Josh (Leslie) Pokorny, Matt (Herma Ryan) Pokorny, Kyle (Soha) Guthrie, and Ellen (Jud) Fisher,...

Herman F. Lombard

Herman F. Lombard

Nov 30, 2024

Herman Forrest “Lucky” Lombard Dec. 1, 1939 – Nov. 30, 2024 Lucky Lombard passed away Nov. 30, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Josie, and his children, Tracy and David. He is also survived by his sisters, Carole, and Wendy, and his twin brother Lyman, as well as their families. In addition, he is survived by his grandchildren, Max,...

Gloria E Barton

Gloria E Barton

Nov 27, 2024

Gloria Elizabeth Barton December 1, 1930 - November 27, 2024 Omaha, NE - Gloria Elizabeth Barton, age 93, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2024 Gloria was born on December 1, 1930, in New York to Julius and Lola deConcha. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, known for her kindness, generosity, and her love...

Ruth M. Geddings

Ruth M. Geddings

Nov 24, 2024

Ruth M. Geddings is known by several aliases for the countless lives she has touched in during her life.

Ruthie - 54 years of dedication to Napa Auto Parts. She set the bar with her customer service, knowledge, and thousands of parts she purchased to help any family and friends in difficult financial situations. Her account activity...

Charlie Redding

Charlie Redding

Nov 22, 2024

Lyle G. “Charlie” Redding was born on February 20, 1936 in Decatur, Nebraska to Glen and Lydia (Knapp) Redding.  He passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 in Onawa, Iowa. Charlie was the 9th of 10 children. He grew up on the family farm southwest of Decatur.  He attended grade school at Elm Creek Country School and graduated from...

John Reed

John Reed

Nov 21, 2024

John David Reed, 76 passed away at his home in Omaha NE on November 21st, 2024. John was born on November 11th,1948. John is survived by his loving wife Jayne Reed, his son Joe Reed, granddaughters, sisters Barbara Bond, Mary Gillespie, and Carol Reed Freer, and beloved Patches Reed and Millie Perkins and numerous nieces and nephews. John was...

Leonard Michael Ross

Leonard Michael Ross

Nov 20, 2024

Leonard Michael Ross, 77, passed away on November 20, 2024 at home in Omaha, NE. Born on November 03, 1947, Leonard, affectionately known as Lenny, was a beacon of joy and love throughout his entire life. Lenny served in the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 1968. After his military service, he embarked on a fulfilling career as an optician for...

Gary L Slowik

Gary L Slowik

Nov 17, 2024

Gary Lee Slowik was born on September 4, 1951 to John and Dorothy Slowik, the eldest of five sons.  He passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 on the birthday of his youngest brother who was at his side.

Gary attended St. Adalbert's Grade School, graduating in 1965.  He was a quiet but above average student receiving...

Ronald J. Wolfe

Ronald J. Wolfe

Nov 11, 2024

Ronald Joseph Wolfe III, known affectionately as Ronnie, was born on May 7, 1971, in Omaha, Nebraska, where he spent his entire life. He is the eldest child of Ronald J. Wolfe Jr. and Diana Hoagland. He was a devoted father to his two children, Trevor, 30, and Mackenzie, 27, and his love for his family was evident to all...

Frank R Novotny

Frank R Novotny

Nov 8, 2024

Frank R. Novotny May 29, 1931 - November 8, 2024 Frank grew up in South Omaha and graduated from South High School. He joined the Army infantry and served during the Korean war. Frank was a long-time member of St. Bernadette’s parish as well as the South Omaha Eagles, VFW and American Legion. Frank enjoyed gardening and had an entire...

Joann Izokaitis

Joann Izokaitis

Nov 2, 2024

JoAnn Izokaitis May 23, 1954 – November 2, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of JoAnn Izokaitis (Zurek) who passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 2, 2024. JoAnn was a beloved wife, mother, and friend whose legacy of kindness, warmth, and generosity will be forever remembered. JoAnn was born on May 23, 1954,...

Theresa Crisman Cavanaugh

Theresa Crisman Cavanaugh

Oct 29, 2024

Theresa C. Cavanaugh September 27, 1929 - October 29, 2024 Theresa was preceded in death by her loving husbands Robert Killion and Quentin Cavanaugh; parents John and Margaret Crisman; brothers Jack, James, Virgil and Robert Crisman; sister Valerie Abbott; children Donna and Jean Marie; grandson Jesse Cavanaugh. She is survived by her brother Richard (Renee Parker) Crisman; children Sandy (Bill)...

Nancy Elaine Squiers

Nancy Elaine Squiers

Oct 27, 2024

Nancy Elaine Squiers beloved mother and grandparent, passed away peacefully Oct. 27 while surrounded by her loving daughters at Homestead Assisted Living in La Vista, NE. She was 88. Nancy was born Sept. 22, 1936 in Auburn, NE to Willa and Herbert Kidwell. She grew up in Omaha, NE where she attended Minne Lusa Elementary School and received a GED...

James Edward Harvat

James Edward Harvat

Oct 27, 2024

James was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Ann Harvat. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years Patricia Harvat; children William (Tiffany) Harvat, Michael Harvat, and Michelle (Taylor) Woodward; grandchildren Jude and Harrison "Harry" Harvat, Eliana and Kaden Woodward; sister Jan (Rick) Limpach; and many more family and friends. Jim served in the Navy for...

Leo Lawrence Garcia

Leo Lawrence Garcia

Oct 25, 2024

Leo Garcia passed away on October 25th, 2024 in La Vista, NE. He was preceded in death by his father, Leo Garcia, his mother, Lucy Garcia, his brother Robert Garcia, and his wife of 46 years, Sheila Garcia. Leo is survived by brothers Benny (Jean), Roy (Josie), sister Sylvia Garcia-Silva, children David (Donna), Shannan, Keith: 5 grandchildren: Brandon (Lexie), Skyler,...

Phyllis A. Tooker

Phyllis A. Tooker

Oct 24, 2024

Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband Norman E. Tooker; daughter Lila L. Tooker; parents Harold and Helen Zeilinger; brother Robert Zeilinger

She is survived by her son Russell N. Tooker and grandson Garrett J. Tooker; brother Howard Zeilinger.

Elizabeth A (Bowen) Kalkman

Elizabeth A (Bowen) Kalkman

Oct 24, 2024

Beth was born on August 14, 1972 in Omaha, Nebraska, the youngest child of John “Jay” and Ann Marie (Keenan) Bowen. She was born a happy child with a song on her lips and in her heart, which carried on throughout her life. She was proud to be a 3rd generation graduate of Mercy High School, Class of 1990 and...

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