Joseph A. Connor
Jul 9, 2013
age 55 years, of La Vista, NebraskaPreceded in death by father James M.; brothers Thomas and James Patrick.Survived by wife Tracy; sons Max and Paul; mother Maxine Connor; sisters Elizabeth Chamberlin, Paulette (Mike) Freis, Bonnie (Marc) Cizek, Mary (Dick) Mollner, Marty Barnes; brothers Tim and Jim Connor; mother-in-law Maureen Stulich; father-in-law John (Beth) Stulich; brother-in-law Trent (Julie) Stulich; numerous nieces,...
John H. Stemple,
Jul 8, 2013
age 73, Bellevue, NE.Preceded in death by parents Clayton and ElizabethSurvived by wife Rebeccason John (Katey) Stemple, Jr.daughters Bonnie (Gordie) BrandtKatie (Scott) DunlapKellie (Adam) JohnsonTammy Schwartz9 grandchildren2 great-grandchildrensisters Debbie Bailey and Dina Smithbrother Dr. Joe StempleVisitation Thursday, July 11th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Angeline C. (Bonofede) Vacanti
Jul 7, 2013
age 90, Omaha, NE.Namesake of Angie's RestaurantPreceded in death by husband Fred J.grandson Fred J.siblings Yano Bonofede, Nettie Tomlin, Jim "Barney" Bonofedenephew Sam BonofedeSurvived by children Fred (Carol), Grace (John) of Missouri, Sam (Patti), John (Patty)granddaughter Lisa Vacanti and 8 other grandchildren10 great-grandchildrensisters-in-law Ida and Karen BonofedeVisitation Tuesday, July 9th, after 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service at 6:30 p.m. at...
Joseph G. Klassen
Jul 3, 2013
age 82, Papillion, NE.Preceded in death by parents George and Mary, brother Jerome, granddaughter Angela RoseSurvived by wife of 58 years Celinechildren David (Chris), Pam, Jim (Paula), Joan, Kent (Lorene), Pat (Lori), Amy (Tom)26 grandchildren22 great-grandchildrensiblings Florence Streeter, Bob (Emily), Merle (Janice), Leo (Judy), Maryann (Duane) Hinzsister-in-law Mavis Klassennumerous nieces and nephewsVisitation Sunday, July 7th, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. with...
Delores J. "Dee" Luellman
Jul 2, 2013
age 78Preceded in death by husband DeonSurvived by daughters Pam Sorensen, Gail Frostson Mark (Julie) Luellmangrandchildren Stacie Sorensen, Chris Sorensenbrothers Don (Ann) Nielsen of Florida, Jerry (Sharlene) Nielsen of Georgiasister Joan Harris of Texasnumerous other relatives and friendsVisitation Friday, July 5th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral Service Saturday, July 6th, 10:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.Interment Hillcrest...
Elizabeth J. "Betty" Nelson
Jun 28, 2013
age 89, Ralston, NE.Betty was a beloved elementary school teacher for 24 years. She loved her hobbies: reading, playing bridge with friends, quilting, miniatures, needlework, and traveling. A longtime member of local miniature clubs, she donated a dollhouse to the La Vista Public Library. She was a founding member of the Ralston United Church of Christ. But mostly, Betty cherished...
Donald J. Dilla
Jun 27, 2013
age 74, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by wife Sandra and daughter SamiSurvived by children Kathleen Valentine, Joel Dilla, Tony Dillastep - children Ivy Dow, Duane (Jennifer) Dow, Jeanne (Sam) Swanson7 grandchildren1 great grandchild1 sisterand many extended family membersVisitation Monday, July 1st, after 5:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Graveside Service Tuesday, July 2nd, 11:00...
Retired U.S. Army Colonel Quinn G. Smith
Jun 27, 2013
age 87, La Vista, NE.Born in Santiago, Chile. He served in the Army Air Corps in WWII as a bombardier, and completed a decorated Army career, serving in the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He was a Legion of Merit recipient among other honors and served as President of the Heartland Chapter of Retired Officers Association (now MOAA) several times. He...
Patricia L. Welch
Jun 24, 2013
age 76, Omaha, NE.Past president of the Omaha Dental Assistants Society and the Nebraska Dental Assistants Association.Preceded in death by parents Thomas and Bessie Ricksbrother Thomas RicksSurvived by husband of 59 years Walterchildren Linda (Nick) KeatingLaura (Rich Jr.) MahacekDonna (Amos) KudirkaLarry (Melissa) Welchgrandchildren Michelle (Kurt), Tiana (Adam), Melissa, Joe (Liddy), Eric, Amber (Eric), Brandon, Tristan6 great grandchildrensister-in-law Mary Ann Ayenumerous...
Anne Rose (Lekovich) Modrcin
Jun 19, 2013
The Villages Florida. Preceded in death by husband Nick Modrcin Sr.; sister Ruby Radman; brothers Jim Lekovich, John Lekovich, and Joseph Lekovich. Survived by son and daughter-in-law Nicholas and Julie Modrcin - of The Villages Florida; grandsons Michael and Daniel Modrcin; nieces and nephews Joette and Dick Deitering, Marilyn and Bruce Tuttle; great nieces and great nephews. Memorials are requested...
Louis A. Leeder
Jun 19, 2013
age 77, Omaha, NE.Survived by wife Dorothydaughters Vicki Leeder, Marie (Jeff) Fitch, Jeannie Leedersons Tony Leeder, David Leeder9 grandchildren2 step grandchildren7 great grandchildren2 step great grandchildrenVisitation with family Saturday, June 22nd, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. with Military Honors at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Jerry R. "Bud" Powers
Jun 18, 2013
age 83, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by wife Helen, daughters Linda and Dianegreat grandson Layne Banik, grandson Joshua Reedparents Jerry and Bessie, sisters Mary Jo Waters, Annette Loveless, Elizabeth PateidlSurvived by children Marjorie Banik, Connie (Frank) Kompare, Michael (Barb) Powers, Jayne (John) Reed, Mary Bartholomew, Sandy (Phil) Thomas15 grandchildren24 great grandchildren7 great-great grandchildrensisters Betty (Tom) Carew, Kathleen SemradVisitation Friday, June...
Fred C. Thode
Jun 17, 2013
age 95, of Omaha. Veteran of World War II.Preceded in death by wife Esther L. Thode and son Terry P. ThodeSurvived by wife Ilenestep-daughters Linda Filkins and Teri Peatrowskydaughter and son-in-law Sherry and Lyle Warddaughter-in-law Cornelia Thode - Little Rock, ARgrandchildren Kevin Peatrowsky, Cornelia (Jerry) Whittington - Shreveport, LA,Christopher Thode - Little Rock, ARgreat grandchildren Taylor Harbuck and Chad Harbuck...
Marlene R. James
Jun 17, 2013
age 74, of Fremont, NE. Preceded in death by her parents.Survived by children Mark (Michelle) James and Mona (Don) Jenkinsgrandchildren Lindsay, Rachel, Taylor, and Courtneygreat grandsons Logan and Noahsisters Myrna Kacmarczyk and Mary Addrysikcompanion Richard WaageVisitation Thursday, June 20th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Paul A. Steube
Jun 16, 2013
age 56, La Vista, NE.Preceded in death by mother Sally SteubeSurvived by wife of 32 years Suzannedaughters Alison (Matthew) Alvarado, Danielle Steubegrandson Everett Alvaradofather Paul (Sandy) Steubebrothers Dave, John, Bob, Philsisters Anne, Mary Lunumerous nieces and nephewsVisitation Wednesday, June 19th, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral Service Thursday, June 20th, 10:00 a.m. Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church (96thMelissa -...
Adeline Joy Tague
Jun 15, 2013
age 7935 year employee of Millard Public SchoolsPreceded in death by husband of 50 years Earlparents Maynard and Dorothy Y'Deen, brother Roy Y'DeenSurvived by children Marcy (Denny) ReesTim (Dolores) TagueDave (Deb) TagueJodie (Rick) Leibeegrandchildren Josh and Marshall Tague, Shannon Dobler, Jenna Wettstead, Cole, Eric, and Randy Leibee, Jake and Ben Rees, Skylan Curnett, Tina Hunzeker, Wesley Delatour, Molly Skomer13 great...
Gilbert G. "Gil" Mcdonell
Jun 15, 2013
Papillion, NE. Preceded in death by parents Howard and Rose McDonell.Survived by wife Conniedaughters Cheryl (Gary) Sortino and Susan (Brian) Mahnkegrandchildren Kayla and Krista Sortino, Darby and Brady Mahnkeand a host of friendsVisitation Friday, June 21st after 4:00 p.m. with family receiving friends 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Saturday, June 22nd 10:00 a.m. Ralston United...
Steven Merrill Adams
Jun 14, 2013
age 48Preceded in death by father Roy D. Adams, Sr., sister Deanne M. Teri, niece Olivia G. Adams. Survived by mother Marcia L. Whipple, brothers Roy D. (Darcy), Mark D. (Shawndie), Joseph N., sisters Christine M. (Mark) Kramer, Veronica Anderson, nephews Ian Anderson, John M. Kramer, Jaxon A. Adams, nieces Aimee M. Kramer, Nicole M. and Katelyn M. Anderson, great-nephews...
Suzanne C. Wilke
Jun 13, 2013
Bellevue, NE. Preceded in death by father Robert Rayand mother Gene CardozaSurvived by daughter Sherry (Greg) Ouinnson Jim (Trisha) O'Connorgrandchildren Robert, Thomas, and Jamie QuinnCollin, Cameron, and Madison O'ConnorPrivate family services.
Joseph A. Skocz
Jun 13, 2013
Omaha. Preceded in death bydaughters Patricia MoserandJoAnn MurphySurvived by wife Rosedaughter Antoinette (Jack) Burkettstep-children Leonard (Carol) Szatko, Teresa (Don) Theobald,and Barbara (Tim) Ellisseveral grandchildren and great grandchildrenbrother John Skoczsisters Helen Schab, Liz Swiatek, Dorothy Dubas, Ann Jackson, Madge Bruhnmany nieces and nephewsVisitation Tuesday, June 18th, after 4:30 p.m. with Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Visitation continues Wednesday,...