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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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John "Jack" M. Mullen

John "Jack" M. Mullen

Jul 2, 2012

age 77, Papillion, NE.Preceded in death by infant daughter Cecilia Mullendaughter Helen Radilsister Betty HebertSurvived by wife Robertachildren Tim (Valetta) MullenMary (Mike) Mullen - Ferzely of Atlanta, GARaymond (Laurie) MullenRoberta (Anthony) Flottson-in-law Larry Radilgrandchildren Elizabeth and Grace Ferzely, Austin, Jackson,and Jocelyn Mullen, Nick Cerveny, Cecilia, Olivia and Ben Flottsister Anne Marie MullenVisitation Thursday, July 5, 2012, after 5:00 p.m. with...

Joann S. Iwan

Joann S. Iwan

Jul 2, 2012

age 75, Bellevue, NE.Preceded in death by husband Anton "Tony"Survived by children Russel (Renee) IwanMichele (Dan) FerrisJackie (John) BlumBecky (Jeff) Talbottgrandchildren Justin, MiKayla and Kylie IwanMitchell, Wil, and JoAnna FerrisRichelle BlumEmily and Jessica Talbottbrother Herman (Betty) Schumachermany other family and friendsVisitation Sunday, July 8, 2012, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with VigilService at 7:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home. FuneralMass Monday,...

Jeffrey A. "Coaltrain" Warren

Jeffrey A. "Coaltrain" Warren

Jun 28, 2012

age 56, Papillion, NE.Preceded in death by parents Furman and Lucille,brother-in-law and nieceSurvived by wife of 33 years Kristichildren Jessica (Tim) MacNabb and AJ Warren (Krystal Kelly)grandson Ryder MacNabbbrothers Bill (Kathi), Randy (Greta), Scottsisters Nancy Zumpfe, Terree (Bob) Klanecky,Becky (Greg) Martin, Vicki (Scott) Conenieces, nephews, other family and friendsVisitation Monday, July 2, 2012, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Bethany Funeral Home.Funeral...

Ellen K. Wilson-Roy

Ellen K. Wilson-Roy

Jun 25, 2012

age 55, La Vista, NE.Preceded in death by brother VanSurvived by husband of 24 years Robert Roychildren Gordon Roufeh, Johnathan Roy, Sarah Roygrandchildren Jayden, Juliette, Isabellaparents Paul and Annette Wilsonsister Lisa (Michael) Winscottniece Kelsey, nephew Joshuaformer spouse Heydar RoufehVisitation Friday, June 29, 2012, after 9:00 a.m. with Funeral Serviceat 11:00 a.m. all at Bethany Funeral Home. Inurnment at a later...

Javier A. "J" Ochoa

Javier A. "J" Ochoa

Jun 19, 2012

age 43, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by grandparents Jose and Paula Ochoa,Maximiano and Conrada Segovia, brother Jose Alberto Ochoa,nephew Anthony James OchoaSurvived by wife Amyparents A.V. and Ella Ochoabrothers Julian, Max (June), and Joelniece Corinnenephews Max "MJ", Michael, and GabrielVisitation Monday, June 25, 2012, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. with RemembranceService at 6:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home.Funeral Service, Tuesday, June...

Theresia A. (Zakrzewski) Rees

Theresia A. (Zakrzewski) Rees

Jun 15, 2012

age 93, Omaha, NE.Born October 12, 1918 in Platte Center, NE.Married Merritt H. Rees on September 2, 1944.She served 5 years in the U.S. Navy in World War II as a WAVE.Member of Millard American Legion Post 374 for 51 years.Preceded in death by husband, parents, one brother and six sistes.Survived by daughter Jacquelyn O-Grady - Omahasister Maxine Murkison -...

Nyajock Lem

Nyajock Lem

Jun 11, 2012

age 20, La Vista, NE.From South Sudan to Ethiopia in 1999and to the United States in 2008.Student at Omaha South High SchoolSurvived by son Jal Reathmother Nyayiech2 brothers and 1 sisterFuneral Service Saturday, June 23, 2012, 10:00 a.m.Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.Interment Papillion Cemetery.

Bruce J. Mixan

Bruce J. Mixan

Jun 10, 2012

age 47, Seattle, WA.Beloved son of Frank and Dorothy Mixan - Omahasister Joleen K. Misek - Omahabrother Brian Jay Mixan and wife Melissa - Jefferson City, MTnieces Rebecca, Gabriella, and Savannanephew Maverick Mixan all of MontanaAlso survived by godparents uncle James F. Mixanand aunt Josephine Dudaalong with many other uncles, aunts, cousins, and a largecircle of supportive friends in Seattle...

Andrew S. Fidler

Andrew S. Fidler

Jun 10, 2012

age 60, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by parents Stanley and Stella,brother JohnSurvived by daughter and son-in-law Tonya and Bill Larsondaughter Janina "Nina" Fidlersister Patricia "PJ" Fidlermany other relatives and friendsVisitation Wednesday, June 13, 2012, after 4:00 p.m. with VigilService at 7:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home. Funeral Thursday,June 14, 2012, 9:20 a.m. Bethany Chapel to Stanislaus CatholicChurch (41st and J...

Viola Mae (Sievers) Baker

Viola Mae (Sievers) Baker

Jun 9, 2012

age 87Preceded in death by husband Harold,sister LaVonne RoachSurvived by children TerryShirley Baker, Sherry Walker,CindyTerry Boylan, Paulette Zuroski, Randy Baker,GaryMary Bakersister Mable and Dick Desterhouse15 grandchildren22 great-grandchildrenmultitude of nieces and nephewsVisitation Sunday, June 10, 2012, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home. Funeral Service Monday, June 11, 2012,11:00 a.m. Immanuel Lutheran Church - Bellevue.Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery.

Janis E. (Van Severen) Pietrzak

Janis E. (Van Severen) Pietrzak

Jun 5, 2012

age 59, Papillion, NE.Preceded in death by parents Cyriel and Helen Van SeverenSurvived by husband Stanchildren Scott (Jenifer) MorinKelli MorinKatelyn Pietrzak3 grandchildren1 great grandchildsister Phyllis (Jack) Frarynieces and nephewsVisitation Saturday, June 9, 2012, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. with Funeral Serviceat 11:00 a.m. all at Bethany Funeral Home. Interment Calvary Cemetery.Memorials requested to the family.

Frank Olechoski,

Frank Olechoski,

Jun 4, 2012

age 82, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by parents, two brothers and two sistersSurvived by wife of 60 years Dorothychildren Ron(Patti), Don, Patti (Matt) Willis, Marylin (Dave) Young14 grandchildren3 great grandchildrennieces and nephewsVisitation Wednesday, June 6, 2012, after 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Thursday, June 7, 2012, Bethany Funeral Home Chapel to St....

Joseph D. Pelnar

Joseph D. Pelnar

Jun 3, 2012

age 77, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by wife Louise, mother Dollie, brother RexSurvived by daughters Theresa (Dan) Trautman, Linda Pelnar4 grandchildren12 great grandchildrensister Marie (Randy) Fosternumerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephewsMemorial Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 6, 2012,Judson Baptist Church (8517 Park View Blvd - La Vista).

Myra L. Reynolds

Myra L. Reynolds

May 31, 2012

age 61, La Vista, NE.Preceded in death by mother Ada Scholtenfather-in-law LeRoy Reynolds, Sr.brother-in-law LeRoy Reynolds, Jr.Survived by husband Jimdaughter Amy (Ted) Ballingersons Jeff (Fallyn) Reynolds and David (Emma) Reynolds5 grandchildrenbrothers, sisters, and other relatives and friendsVisitation Monday, June 4, 2012, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home. Funeral Service, Tuesday,June 5, 2012, 10:00 a.m. Faith Presbyterian Church -...

Timothy "Tim" A. Dingess

Timothy "Tim" A. Dingess

May 28, 2012

age 49, Bellevue, NE.Preceded in death by mother ShinobuSurvived by daughter Kaitlinson Corey father Davidbrother Jim(Pam)Memorial Service Thursday, May 31, 2012, 2:00 p.m.St. John Cemetery Mausoleum. Celebration of Lifeto follow at 3:30 p.m. at VFW Post 10727 (9501 S. 25th St. - Bellevue). In lieu of flowers, memorialsrequested to St. Jude's Children's Cancer Hospital.

Helen A. Stepanek

Helen A. Stepanek

May 27, 2012

age 76, Springfield, NE.Preceded in death by husband Anthony A.parents John and Sophiebrothers Walter, John, and Joseph Fibichsisters Dorothy Grace and Mary Ann MorongSurvived by son Anthony (Mary)grandchildren Nicholas and Sarahbrothers Frank (Marge) Fibich, Edward Fibichnumerous nieces and nephewsVisitation Wednesday, May 30, 2012, after 4:00 p.m. with VigilService at 7:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home. Mass of ChristianBurial, Thursday, May...

Loraine B. Kriegler

Loraine B. Kriegler

May 25, 2012

age 80, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by husband Lawrence E. Kriegler, Sr.great granddaughter Sofia R. Larsonsurvived by children and their spousesGloria (Fred), Lawrence, Charles (Debbie), Nancy (Steve),Kristine (Greg), Michael, Edward9 grandchildren5 great grandchildrenVisitation Tuesday, May 29, 2012, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home.Funeral Wednesday, May 30, 2012, 10:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.Interment St. John Cemetery. Memorials requested...

Bernard N. Morris

Bernard N. Morris

May 24, 2012

Survived by wife Garnet; other relatives and friends. Inurnment St. John Cemetery Mausoleum - Bellevue, Nebraska.

Jennie B. Nowicki

Jennie B. Nowicki

May 20, 2012

age 93, Omaha, NE.Preceded in death by husband Albin "Swede"Survived by son Ronnie (MaryAnne) Nowickinumerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildrensister Dolores (Don) Kwapnioskinumerous nieces and nephewsVisitation at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church (36th and "X" St.)Wednesday, May 23, 2012, after 6:00 p.m. with Vigil / Rosary Serviceat 7:00 p.m. at the church. Funeral Mass Thursday, May 24, 2012, 11:00 a.m....

Robert E. Bordwell

Robert E. Bordwell

May 19, 2012

age 70, La Vista, NE.Preceded in death by father Carroll V. BordwellSurvived by wife Cathleenchildren Collen (David) Beckwith, David (Rose) Bordwell,Robert III (Elaina) Bordwell5 adoring grandchildren Keaton, Kelby, Kali, Cole, and Lacimother May Bordwellbrothers Deral (Wanda) Bordwell, Don (Helen) Bordwellsisters Debra (Vern) Alexander, Carolyn (James) Hodsonnumerous nieces and nephewsVisitation Wednesday, May 23, 2012, 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Bethany FuneralHome. Funeral...

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