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Recent Obituaries in La Vista, NE
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Louis J. Stankoski
Dec 21, 2012
age 80, Papillion, NE.Preceded in death by his wife Marjorieparents, sisters, brother, brothers-in-law and nephewsSurvived by brothers Emil - Fullerton, NEWesley (MaryAnn) - Silver Creek, NEEdwin (Judy) - Columbus, NEsisters Rose Gembica - Silver Creek, NEEleanor Rybinski - Columbus, NEEvelyn (Clem) Rinkol - Silver Creek, NEnumerous nieces and nephewsstep-sons Lloyd (Debra) Taylor - TX, Larry (Geraldine) Taylor - KSsister-in-law Alene...
Kathleen M. (Arion) Johnson
Dec 20, 2012
age 50, Bellevue, NE.Survived by husband Charliestep-children Charles Johnson V, Ragenia Wright, Christopher (Julie) Johnson, Katina (Oscar) Martinez, Steven Johnsonmany grandchildren and great-grandchildrensisters Nancy (Kevin) Semler, Linda (Chuck) Hinsley, Sharon (Terry) Slatinskybrother Nick (Glenda) Arionaunt Danette McCoynieces and nephewdog SandiVisitation Wednesday, December 26th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral Thursday, December 27th, 1:00 p.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.Interment...
Gerald E. Niemeier
Dec 20, 2012
age 57, Omaha, NE.Loving husband, father, grandfather and everyone's favorite handyman!Preceded in death by parents Clarence and Norma NiemeierSurvived by loving wife Bonniedaughters Danielle (Jason) Kirchhevel, Valerie (Adam) Zgodason Jason (Emily Heyen) Niemeiergrandchildren Abram and Olivia Kirchhevelbeloved pets Husker and RustyVisitation Sunday, December 23rd, 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral Service Monday, December 24th, 10:00 a.m. Mt. Calvary...
George J. Cherek
Dec 19, 2012
age 86, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by wife Dolores "Tiny"daughter BarbSurvived by daughter Mary (Dave) Hayesgranddaughter Jenny (Steven) Maytum1 anticipated great grandson Colin Georgesister Millie Bartekspecial family friend Dianne Pavelkamany nieces and nephewsVisitation Friday, December 21st, after 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Saturday, December 22nd, 9:20 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home to St. Mary...
Melvin J. Glismann
Dec 12, 2012
age 84, Papillion, NE. Preceded in death by wife Alice; brothers and sisters. Survived by daughters Sandy (Lynn) Kovarik; Terry (Don) Jensen; grandchildren Jonathan (Rebekah), Johanna, Joshua (Jenn), Adam, Ethan, Caitlyn; great grandsons Jonah and Evan;sister Dorothy McIntyre;brother Bill (Jeanette) Glismann;nieces and nephews;life long friend Roger (Dottie) Woksa Visitation Friday, December 14th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home....
Evelyn T. Ksiazek
Dec 11, 2012
age 88 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Preceded in death by husband Leo; parents Mary and Joseph Vlcek; son-in-law John Slachetka;5 sisters and 1 brother. Survived by daughter Theresa Slachetka; daughter and son-in-law Patricia and David Dwornicki; sons and daughters-in-law David and Carla, Joseph and Cindy; 11 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister Rosalee (Edward) Ziemba; brothers Delmar Vlcek and Dennis (Linda)...
James M. Elder
Dec 5, 2012
age 88Preceded in death by wife Maxine, son James Allen,sisters Myrtle DeJoria and Joyce BlankmanSurvived by daughter and son-in-law Terri and Bob Clancy, Sr.daughter-in-law Dee Eldergrandchildren Bob and Laura Clancy, Cris and Ron Cooney, Kelsey and Trent Neemann6 great-grandchildrenseveral nieces and nephewsVisitation Friday, December 7th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral Saturday, December 8th, 10:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral...
Robert L. Arford
Nov 29, 2012
age 84, Papillion, NE.Preceded in death by wife HelenSurvived by daughter Harriet (Jim) Hirlgranddaughters Tifani (Chris) Anderson, Michelle (Clint) Meyergreat granddaughters Alexa, Lexi, Gabbyspecial niece Suzanne Andersonloved by many nieces and nephewsbeloved dog MugsyVisitation Sunday, December 2nd, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral Monday, December 3rd, 10:00 a.m. at Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.Interment Papillion Cemetery. Military honors by...
Michael P. Hook
Nov 25, 2012
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Randy A. Brezina
Nov 23, 2012
Preceded in death by father and mother Joseph and Jeanette Brezina.Survived by long-time fiancee Joyce Krugerson Jeremy (Lesley) Clarkgranddaughter Kennedy Clarkgrandson Kellan Clarkbrothers Terry (Sandy), Johnny (Jeanette), Ron (Regina),Tim (Holly), Jimmy (Dar) Brezinasister Jenny (Ed) Kovitchbrothers-in-law Robert (Shelly) Noonan, David (Diane) Noonansister-in-law Theresa Noonannumerous nieces and nephewsRandy was a talented carpenter. He loved his two dogs; Jake and Casey,and enjoyed...
Helen C. Whear
Nov 22, 2012
Preceded in death by husband William.Survived by sons William (Ginny) Whear, John (Kathy) Wheardaughter Judie (John )Gossdaughter-in-law Elaine Whear8 grandchildren21 great grandchildren3 great-great grandchildrennumerous nieces and nephewsVisitation Sunday after 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Monday 9:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel to Holy Ghost Catholic Church for 9:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial....
Janet M. Lechner
Nov 17, 2012
age 68, La Vista, NE.Preceded in death by mother Hazel ChaplikSurvived by husband Darrel E.children Darrel E. Lechner, Jr., David J. Lechner, and Denise A. Garcia5 grandchildren1 great-grandchildfather John Chaplikbrothers John "Jack" Chaplik, James Chaplik, Joseph Chapliksisters Judy LeBlanc, Jennifer Moyers, Jeaneene BoyerMemorial Mass Tuesday, November 20th, 1:00 p.m. at St. Bernadette Catholic Church (7600 S. 42nd). Memorials requested to...
Janice E. Mcnickle
Nov 13, 2012
age 58, Omaha, NE.Survived by children Jordan McNickle and Tanya Goodwingrandchildren Miranda, Alaina, Quentin, Emmaformer spouse Dennis GrillotVisitation Friday, November 16th, after 5:30 p.m. with Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Saturday, November 17th, 11:30 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel to Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church (36th"X" St.) for 12:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial....
Robin E. Bartlett
Nov 5, 2012
Papillion. Preceded in death by father Richard Hood.Survived by husband Ronchildren Jennifer (Darrin) HurtBryan (Laura) BartlettBradley (Lisa) Bartlettgrandchildren Kaitlyn, Austin, Addison, Alexandra, Brooklynnmother and step-father Barbara and John Hobbssiblings Richard (Carmen) Hood, Jim Hood (Phyllis Doucette),Jeff (Debbie) Hood, Kim Hood, Kevin Hoodmany nieces and nephewsVisitation Wednesday, November 7th, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Bethany Funeral Home and then after 6:30 p.m....
Frederick "Freddie" R. Marchese
Nov 5, 2012
age 40, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by grandmother Bonnie Marcheseuncle Ron HughesSurvived by children Jared, Meghan, Alex, Andreamother Micalene Asmusfather Fred Marchesestep-mother Denise Merrimanbrother Chris (Amber) Marchesegrandfather Samuel Marcheseaunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephewsVisitation Friday, November 9th, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Memorial Service Saturday, November 10th, 10:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel. Inurnment Cedar Lawn Cemetery -...
Glenna J. Pinion
Nov 3, 2012
age 71, Ralston, NE.Died peacefully at home.Preceded in death by husband Charles "Bud" Pinionparents Glenn and Echo, sister SybilSurvived by children David (Cori) Flores, Bonnie (Andrew) Schuh, Melanie Fritts, Melissa (Mike) Cianci, Jeff Piniongrandchildren Bobbi, Zoe, Eric, Aaron, Hannah, Juliana, Brennan, Parker, Devrinbrother Ellis (Annette) Brooksnumerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friendsVisitation Wednesday, November 7th, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m....
Mary Nowaczyk
Nov 2, 2012
Omaha. Preceded in death by husband John H.Survived by son John J. (Pam) Nowaczyk - NVdaughters Helen (Tom) Crouse - LALori Wagner - OmahaCathy (Roger) Wismont - IAnumerous grandchildren and great grandchildrenVisitation Monday, November 5th, after 6:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Tuesday, November 6th, 9:20 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel to St. Mary...
Linda Kay Greenlee
Nov 2, 2012
Papillion, NE. Preceded in death by parents Junior and Nadene Marcotte,sister Betty Gaydusek, brother Richard MarcotteSurvived by daughters Kymberlee (Adrian) VelizTrisha K. (Frederick) Covertgrandchildren Aubree, Alexys, Christian, and Coopersisters Jolene (Bill) Foley and Karen (Curtis) Fosternumerous nieces and nephewsVisitation Tuesday, November 6th, after 4:00 p.m. followed by Funeral Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Bethany Funeral Home Chapel. Memorials requested...
Alma I. Swartos
Oct 27, 2012
age 96Preceded in death by husband Clifton1 brother2 sistersSurvived by daughter Helen (Ron) Grzebielskison Dale (Rich Dunfee) Swartosgrandchildren Nick (Stephanie) GrzebielskiJosie (Brent) CatlettLucy (Joe) KuehlAndy (Lindsey Shulters) Grzebielskigreat grandchildren Parker, Kennedy, and Charlie Catlettbrother Arnold AndersonVisitation Monday, October 29, 2012, after 5:00 p.m. with Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Tuesday, October 30, 2012, 11:00...
Melvin Drakulich
Oct 26, 2012
age 82, Pacific Junction, IAMel died from advanced prostate cancer on Friday, October 26th, at his home in Pacific Junction, IA.Preceded in death by son Melvin Bert "Scooter" Drakulichparents Ely and Mara (Matich) Drakulichbrother Sam Drakulichsisters Ljubica Drakulich, Catherine Thompson, and Sophie ChurchichSurvived by loving wife of 63 years Trudy Drakulichdaughters Cindy Drakulich (Jack Rayner) - Ehrenberg, AZDebby Stark (Dr....
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