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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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Mic J. Jorn
Jul 1, 2024
Michael Jay "Mic" Jorn was born in Fremont, Nebraska on October 12, 1966, to parents Boyd and Bea Jorn. Mic passed away unexpectedly on the afternoon of Monday, July 1, 2024, in Omaha.
Mic was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his siblings Gini (Garland) Goracke, Jim Jorn, Tim (Lynette) Jorn,...
Wendy Jeanne Arko
Jun 30, 2024
Wendelyn Jeanne Manley Arko was born in Southern California on October 10, 1950, and died unexpectedly in her home on June 30, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Jeanne Manley; father and mother-in-law John and Betty Arko; her brother Bill; and her sister-in-law Laurie Arko Dredla.
Wendy married Steve Arko...
Michael Creighton Campos
Jun 30, 2024
Michael Creighton Campos was born on Monday, February 13, 1950, in Omaha, Nebraska. He passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 74 years.
Mike was a Veteran of the Vietnam War and served honorably in the US Army. He retired from Crown...
Joseph A. Perina
Jun 29, 2024
Joseph A. Perina was born in Omaha, Nebraska, on July 11, 1942, to parents Harry and Margaret Perina, and passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer on the morning of Saturday, June 29, 2024, at the age of 81 years.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his...
Amber Nicole Logan (Nee Brooks)
Jun 29, 2024
Amber Nicole Brooks/Logan, 40, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 29th, 2024. Born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Amber spent her formative years in Papillion, where she attended Papillion-La Vista High School.
Amber was a vibrant and cherished member of Meadows Church, where she found a deep connection to her faith and her community. She was known for...
Donald Lee Severa
Jun 27, 2024
Donald Lee Severa passed away on the afternoon of Thursday, June 27, 2024, in Papillion, Nebraska at the age of 86 years. Private Family Services
John R. Ramirez
Jun 26, 2024
John Robert Ramirez, January 28, 1943, is survived by his loving wife of 18 years Lisa A. Neu-Ramirez; son John "JJ" Ramirez, daughter ReNae Ramirez; step-sons Jeremy Neu, Tyler (Sarah) Neu; grandchildren Zach Kula, Gabe Kula, and Kirsten (Isaac) Diaz. John was preceded in death by his father Juan Ramirez and mother Flora (Eggleston) Ramirez; sisters Florentina "Teena" Kehne, Juanita...
Sherri J. Cox
Jun 25, 2024
Sherri Jean Cox, age 65, passed away on June 25, 2024 after a long battle with cancer. She was born in Rome, New York on May 19, 1959 to Dorthy and Reginalo Leutz. Sherri lived in Omaha and Plattsmouth. Graduated from Plattsmouth High School. Married Dale Cox on September 5, 1980 and lived in Omaha and settled down in...
Jean Marie Vachal
Jun 25, 2024
Jean Vachal, age 69, passed away on June 25, 2024 after a long struggle with cancer. She was born July 23, 1954 to Charles and Letha (Nabity) Jisa in Wichita Falls, TX. Jean lived in Omaha, NE the majority of her life until moving to La Vista in 1987. Jean loved spending time with her children (Sonja, Tony and...
Sally Ann Stanek
Jun 19, 2024
Sally was preceded in death by her parents William and Pearl Schwab; husband Frank Stanek.
She is survived by her children Cindy Stanek and Greg Stanek; grandchildren Edward, Nicole, Alexus and Jamie; 10 great grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Memorials may be directed to "Susan G. Komen for the Cure".
...Shirley Des Rosiers
Jun 16, 2024
Shirley June (Hunnell) DesRosiers was born on June 6, 1931, in Runnells, Iowa to Jesse Roscoe and Anna Gladys (Vaughn) Hunnell. She was the fourth of five children, joining her brothers Dwight and Halford, and sister Barbara. Her younger sister Linda came along a few years later. Shirley spoke fondly of a poor, but happy childhood. She was born...
Ramon Baquero-Cruz
Jun 13, 2024
Ramon ‘Ray’ Baquero-Cruz passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his life and wife of 47 years, Jolee Baquero-Cruz after a 2-year battle with cancer, where he fought furiously and courageously. Born in Bogota, Columbia he immigrated to Manhattan, NY living in various cities/states over the years until he joined the U.S. Air Force during the Viet Nam era....
Mary Anna Baji
Jun 12, 2024
Mary was preceded in death by her husband Mark Baji; parents John and Ida Wisnieski.
She is survived by her children Cammie Baltz, Joe Peters, Sonja Dirkse and Tonja Garinger; 5 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; sisters Emily and Georgine; and too many other siblings to count; nieces, nephews, and other family.
Dr. Jean Durley Deupree
Jun 10, 2024
Dr. Deupree spent her career as a teaching and research neuropharmacologist at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Her research focused on life enhancing medications for epilepsy, ADHD, and other neurological disorders and resulted in numerous patents. She was twice recognized as one of the outstanding young women of America. As a pioneering female neuroscientist she...
Yano William Jones
Jun 10, 2024
Yano “Big” Jones, born December 5, 1976, died suddenly on Monday, June 10th, 2024. Yano's life was defined by his unwavering commitment to serving and inspiring others especially his devotion to his family. Yano was simply a difference maker, fighter, survivor, motivational speaker, the one and only, Coach, Dad, Husband, and Principal Mr. Yano Jones!
Yano leaves...
Diane M. Bishop
Jun 5, 2024
Diane Marie Ingram was born August 22, 1948 in Omaha, NE to the late James and Kathleen (McBride) Ingram. Diane attended Sarpy Center NE, and graduated Springfield-Platteview NE high school class of 1966 where she was the Drum Majorette. Diane attended St. Catherine School of Nursing.
Diane Married Joe Bishop in June of 1968. To this union...
Eugene "Doc" Watson
Jun 4, 2024
Eugene "Doc" Watson was born on May 11, 1935, in Omaha, Nebraska to parents Clinton and Blanche (nee Francine) Watson. He passed away peacefully at Brookstone Meadows in Elkhorn, Nebraska, on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at the age of 89 years.
Doc was preceded in death by his wife Sandra; daughter Marlene; siblings Delores, Gary, and Leroy....
Thomas Francis Martin
May 29, 2024
Thomas was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years Joyce Lorraine Martin; parents Francis and Anna Martin; son Thomas Eckermann; brother Donald Martin; sister Kathleen Olsen; and former wife Ida Mary (McGill) Martin.
He is survived by his children Debra (Gerry) Hilde, Brian Martin, Susan Martin, Kelly Martin, and Terri Greer; grandchildren Cori (Dave), Chad...
Robert L. Rasmussen
May 27, 2024
Robert Louis Rasmussen was born September 25, 1964, to Lawrence and Jeannette Rasmussen. The fifth child of eleven, he tragically passed away on Monday, May 27, 2024, while innocently enjoying, unknown to him, what would be his final ride in life with us.
Bob attended Our Lady of Lourdes Elementary School. He then attended and graduated from...
Marynola Halgard
May 20, 2024
Marynola Halgard, beloved wife, mother, educator, and Catholic, entered eternal life on May 20, 2024. She will be sorely missed by her children and her friends, particularly those in her parish, Immaculate Conception. We, her children, were shaped by her strength and her incredibly strong spirit that carried her through her 90 years.
Marynola was born on...
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