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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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Mary E. Krcmar
Dec 24, 2013
age 74, Bellevue, NE.Preceded in death by son Carl Casterparents George and Blanche Gardner - Saginaw, MNsister DonnaSurvived by husband of 31 years Michaelchildren Kary (Michael) GerardDarin (Tammy) Castergrandchildren Sarah, Lindsay, Courtney and Derekgreat grandchildren Jake, Ben, Connor, and Jaxsonbrothers Larry (Rosie) Gardner, Billy (Penny) Gardner, Georgie Gardnersister Tinker (Ed) Stevensonnieces and nephewsVisitation Thursday, December 26th, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m....
Barbara J. Rolfe
Dec 22, 2013
of Omaha, Preceded in death by daughter Kathy Maytum; grandchildren Danny Joe Maytum, Robert Lyn Pruitt, Kalyn Lisa Ray; parents Lloyd and Shirley Rolfe; brother Steven Rolfe.Survived by children Lynn Ray, Steven Maytum, Shelly Gibner, and John Maytum; numerous grandchildren especially Ashley, Andrew, and Amber Maytum, ReAnna Pruitt; numerous great grandchildren; sister Sandra Rolfe; brothers Leo, Randy, and Jeff Rolfe;...
Eleanor E. (Hobbs) Gage
Dec 20, 2013
Preceded in death by parents Ernest and Opheliasisters Geraldine and Gertrudebrother RaymondSurvived by husband Roy Gage, Sr.children Roy Jr (Cindy) Gage - Blair, NELinda (Nick) Panopoulos - Cheyenne, WYgrandchildren Jeannine (Jeremy) Voss, Elizabeth Panopoulos, Sean Gage, Danielle (Brian) Petruzzellobrothers John (Marge) HobbsDonald (Carol) Hobbssister Delores (Bill) Lewissister-in-law Caroline Hobbsbrother-in-law Kenneth Hendrixseveral nieces and nephewsMemorial Service Monday, December 23rd, 11:00 a.m....
Tilmer F. Stone
Dec 19, 2013
age 86, Papillion, NE.Marine Corps Veteran of WWIIPassed away peacefully on December 19, 2013 surrounded by a loving familySurvived by wife of 59 years Charlottechildren Cheryl (Clint) Honey, Duane (Phyllis) Stone, Tilmer C. (Tara) Stonegrandchildren Duane Jr., Elizabeth, Mary, Genesis, Janell, Kelly, Paigegreat grandchildren Samantha, Jonathan, Nico, Piper, Chase, Jude, Aleahnieces and nephewsVisitation Sunday, December 22nd, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m....
Helen J. Kmiecik
Dec 19, 2013
age 96, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by husband Al Kmiecik and daughter Patricia GradovilleSurvived by daughter Virginia (Lou) Paskasons Brother Jerome Kmiecik, OSB, Rich (Jackie) Kmiecik, Ron (Diane) Kmiecikson-in-law Bill Gradoville13 grandchildren16 great-grandchildrenVisitation at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church (36th and X St) Sunday, December 22nd, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. with Vigil Service at 5:00 p.m.. Mass of Christian...
Angela (Murcek) Toth
Dec 19, 2013
800x600 On December 19th, during her morning nap, Angie, as she was known by her friends, was taken to heaven in the arms of Jesus. She was born on February 9th, 1922 to Steve and Nora Murcek, being one of fourteen children. She was an active member of the Eagles FOE 38 for 55+ years, holding several offices, including serving...
Steve Cavlovic
Dec 17, 2013
age 82Preceded in death by parents Ivan and Mildredbrothers Michael and Johnsisters Mary Merwald, Mildred Vail, Helen MickellsSurvived by wife of 58 years Mary Loudaughters Cheryl (Phil) MorganConnie (Joe) MonasteroDenise Cavlovicgrandson Cameron Morganstep-grandchildren Jon Monastero and Kelly Rauchstep-great grandchildren Alaina and Nolan Rauchsisters-in-law Rosemary Cavlovic, Eleanor Cavlovicnumerous nieces, nephews, and good friendsVisitation at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church (36th...
Margaret W. Swinarski
Dec 16, 2013
age 91Preceded in death by husband MichaelSurvived by daughter and son-in-law Cindy and Brian Goekenson and daughter-in-law Michael Jr. and Cindy Swinarskigrandchildren Stephanie (Nate) Voss, Eric (Darcy) Goeken, Katherine, Michael III and Patrick Swinarski2 great granddaughtersVisitation / Wake at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church (41st and J St) Thursday, December 19th, after 5:30 p.m. with Vigil Service at 6:30 p.m. at...
Lawrence E. "Larry" Bruning
Dec 14, 2013
age 65, Bellevue, NE.Pharm.D., Dr. of Pharmacy. Graduate of UNMC School of PharmacyPreceded in death by mother MurielSurvived by wife Clarason Danielfather Emmet Bruningsiblings Gregory (Mary), Steven (Susan), Elaine (James) Murphy, Ann (Louis) Cisar, Edward (Lisa)nieces, nephews, and cousinsVisitation at Saint Nicholas Serbian Orthodox Church (50th and Harrison St) Monday, December 16th, after 6:00 p.m. with Pomen Service at 7:00...
Katherine "Kathy" (Comstock) Hanshaw
Dec 14, 2013
Survived by daughters Jinny (Brent) O'Connor and Amy (Jesse) Stullgrandchildren Kara, Brent, Mason, Daniel, Dylan, Layla, Gabriel, Vincentsisters Carol Goebel and Donna Shawnieces, nephews, other relatives and friendsPreceded in death by parents Floyd and Berneice ComstockVisitation Thursday, December 19th, after 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service at 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Mass Friday, December 20th, 11:00 a.m. St....
Eloise A. "Ellie" Scholz (Casey)
Dec 11, 2013
of Omaha. Former owner of the Brown Derby Bar. Preceded in death by parents George and Florence Casey, sister Eunice McCormick. Survived by husband of 42 years John "Jack"; children Kathy Ward, Jack Thompson (Cindy Rose), Lori Prine (John Prince), Julie Hanel, Kristy (Chris) Juracek, Lisa Phillips, Jeniffer (Paul) Higgins; 6 step-children; 22 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; brother Pat (Carol)...
Peggy J. Sullivan
Dec 11, 2013
Peggy died quietly at her home in Bellevue, Nebraska on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at the age of 80 years. She was born to the late Verle and Wilma Trively on February 23, 1933 in Shenandoah, Iowa. Peggy graduated from Randolph (IA) High School in 1950, and married Jacob L. Fritz Sullivan on September 8, 1953. They settled in Bellevue...
Julia J. "Jo" Bober
Dec 11, 2013
of Omaha. Preceded in death by husband John Sr.; son Joseph; grandchildren Christina and Nicholas. Survived by son John Jr. (Phyllis) Bober; daughter Michelle (John) Swanger; grandchildren Samantha, Jessica, Kaitlyn, Michael, Angela, Ashley, Abigail; daughter-in-law Kristi Sklenar; brother Phil (Annie) Protaskey; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation at Holy Ghost Catholic Church (52nd and Q Streets) Monday after 4:00 p.m. with...
Edward T. Gruttemeyer
Dec 11, 2013
age 71, Omaha, NEEdward passed away at Brighton Gardens in Omaha surrounded by family and the best caregivers in the world. Preceded in death by wife Gay (Caniglia)parents Richard and Marybrother GeorgeSurvived by son Scott (Chris) daughter Lisa (Kevin) O'Connor granddaughters Taylor and Kendyl Gruttemeyerbrother Mike (Chris)sisters Barb (Mike) Jensen and Jean McGeheeVisitation Sunday, December 15th, 3:00 to 5:00 p.m....
Helen (Godek) Noltimier
Dec 10, 2013
age 80, Omaha, NE.Helen was born and raised in Omaha by parents Anton and Bernice Godek. She was preceded in death by her parents, sister-in-law Arlene Godek and brother-in-law Bill Tomcykowski. Helen was a graduate of South High School and Duchesne College in Omaha. She helped to shape the lives of many children as a result of being an elementary...
Larry W. Park
Dec 3, 2013
age 65, La Vista, NE.Preceded in death by parents Fred and Glenna ParkSurvived by wife of 46 years Judychildren Andria (Jay) Copple, Sonya (Lane) Sigmon, Heidi (Mark) Sommergrandchildren Hayden, Abigail Irene, Zanderbrother Paul (Sandy) Parkmany nieces, nephews, cousins, and friendsdog "Stewie"Visitation Sunday, December 8th, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. with Tributes to Larry at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral...
Retired U.S. Air Force Colonel Jim Weedman
Dec 3, 2013
age 89, La Vista, NE.Survived by wife of 65 years Annchildren Douglas (Inna), Terri (Richard) Grady, Becky (Larry) Willoughby7 grandchildren4 great grandchildrenbrother Charles (Molly) - St. LouisVisitation Friday, December 6th, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral Service Saturday, December 7th, 11:00 a.m. Kountze Memorial Lutheran Church - 2650 Farnam St.. Interment Springwell Cemetery with military honors by the...
Catherine R. Hayes
Dec 1, 2013
age 88, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by husband EdwardSurvived by son Pat (Diane) Hayesdaughter Karen (Dan) Holtmeyergrandchildren Tim (Erin), Dave, Mike Hayes, Lori (Luis) Valencia, Jim (Jenny), Joe (fiancee Brittany) Holtmeyer, Erin (Matt) Engel4 great grandchildrensister-in-law Alene "Pete" DytrychVisitation Wednesday, December 4th, after 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Thursday, December 5th, 9:20...
Georgia A. Thompson
Nov 26, 2013
age 75, Papillion, NE.Survived by husband of 30 years Raychildren Harley HiemerPeggy (Richard) RussellPam (Tom) RamaekersPenny HiemerTracy Garrisongrandchildren Lisa, Mike, Carrie, Kristina, Chad, Ryan,Shaun, Craig, Tonya, Danielle, Hope, Deajon13 great grandchildrensister Phyllis (Ken) Craftnephew Tommy HoffmanVisitation Friday, November 29th, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Saturday, November...
Mark F. Utecht
Nov 23, 2013
age 69 years, of Papillion, Nebraska. Preceded in death by parents Fred and Ardath Utecht of Wakefield, NE; grandparents. Survived by wife Janice; children Cindee (Brian) Brown, Zachary (Nancy) Utecht; grandsons Dustin Nevins, Nick Brown; granddaughter Krissy Nevins and finance Tyler Jorgensen; grand grandchildren MaKenzi and Beckett Nevins; brothers Herman (Linda) Utecht, Sam (Lori) Utecht; nieces and nephews; uncle Rick...
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