Obituaries

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 Lyn Wagner (Rawlings)

Mary Lyn Wagner (Rawlings)

May 17, 2024

Mary Lyn Wagner (Rawlings) was born and raised in Nebraska City, Nebraska.

She had a love of horses at an early age and participated in local equine events growing up in Nebraska City. She later moved to the Omaha, Nebraska area and continued with her local horse shows with both Nebraska Pinto and Paint Associations, the Pony Express Riders of Council...

Donald C. Smith

Donald C. Smith

May 10, 2024

Donald C. Smith passed away peacefully on the afternoon of May 10, 2024, at the age of 81 years, 8 months, 9 days.

Donald was preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Nancy; Parents Elmer and Loretta Smith; Brothers Walter and Robert Smith; Sister Beverly Oltman; their infant son Douglas and many dear sisters...

Bradley Alan Little

Bradley Alan Little

May 1, 2024

Bradley Alan Little, age 57, of Papillion, Nebraska, passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, lovingly surrounded by his family. He was the beloved husband of Robyn for 37 years; proud father of Andrew Alan (Amanda Simpson), Alicia Ann, and Zachary Earl (Sierra); loving grandfather to June Elizabeth, Samantha Jane, and Ellie Simpson; also survived by his parents Larry...

James Angus Spargo, Sr.

James Angus Spargo, Sr.

Apr 28, 2024

James “Jay” Angus Spargo was born October 18, 1945 in Boston, MA to Frederick and Maybelle (Beaton) Spargo. Although his father died early in Jay’s childhood, he later recounted to family a happy childhood with his mother and older brother Teddy. Jay fondly recalled as a child taking care of neighborhood pets, including dogs, cats, hens, a rooster, and...

Marjorie Ann Gowan

Marjorie Ann Gowan

Apr 24, 2024

Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband Jerome D. Gowan; mother Marjorie Smoot and step father James Smoot; brother Don Scholle.

She is survived by her children Tony (Karen) Gowan, Troy (Staci) Gowan and Jennifer (Eric) Schlapia; grandchildren Tyler (Christine) Gowan, Kassie (Peter) Franco, Jarryd (Brooke) Gowan, Hayden (Jenny) Gowan, Tanner (Chae Miller) Schlapia, Sophie (Easton...

Yolanda R. Mcdade

Yolanda R. Mcdade

Apr 18, 2024

Yolanda Rachel McDade was born December 16, 1967 in Omaha, Nebraska to Sam and Lee Esther McDade. She was the first of three children. At an early age she was often tasked with one assignment - to look after her little brothers. No matter how hard she tried, it seemed like mission impossible - because she was always double...

Albert "Abe" Goblirsch

Albert "Abe" Goblirsch

Apr 16, 2024

Albert (Abe) N. Goblirsch was born May 24, 1932, in Woodstock, MN to Albert and Stella Goblirsch. He grew up in Dunlap, IA, joined the Army and was a Korean War Veteran. Abe married Mildred (Clare) Sullivan on November 22, 1954, at St. Cecilia Cathedral in Omaha, NE. He was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and was a member...

John Frank Jankovich

John Frank Jankovich

Apr 15, 2024

John was preceded in death by his loving wife Monika E. Jankovich; parents Joseph and Anna Jankovich; grandson Matthew Joseph Jankovich; beloved brothers and sisters Margaret, Ann, Joseph, James, Irene, Rosemary, Elmer, and William. He is survived by his children John T. Jankovich, Jacqueline L. (Bruce) Larson, Jared R. Jankovich, Michael J. Jankovich; grandchildren John Andrew Jankovich, Kelsey Lee (Larson)...

Edward Scott Kriegler, Sr.

Edward Scott Kriegler, Sr.

Apr 4, 2024

Edward Scott Kriegler, Sr. passed away unexpectedly on the afternoon of Thursday, April 4, 2024, in Schuyler, Nebraska, at the age of 57 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence, Sr. and Loraine (Hun) Kriegler.

He is survived by his loving children Eddie, Emily, and Elizabeth; grandchildren Lawson and Legend; brothers Chuck...

Kathleen F. Kahl

Kathleen F. Kahl

Apr 3, 2024

Kathleen was preceded in death by her loving husband Duane Kahl; parents McKinley and Frances McIntosh; daughter Jana Buras; daughter-in-law Tonya; sons Steve Kahl and Stan Kahl; sisters Mary Jo Grote and Rosalyn Burns.

She is survived by children William, Kathy, Duane Edward, Charles (Cheryl), Thomas (Danielle) and Julie (Erik) Williams; son-in-law Tim Buras; grandchildren Karri (Scott),...

Matthew Robert Carlson

Matthew Robert Carlson

Apr 1, 2024

Matt worked at Shamrock Ready Mix as a driver for 20+ years where he trained many drivers and made many friends. He had a very strong work ethic.

Matt enjoyed spending his weekends camping at Riverview with family and friends. He loved being on the pontoon drifting down the river.  Sitting around the campfire drinking, reminiscing, listening...

Allan W. Penney

Allan W. Penney

Mar 28, 2024

Allan was preceded in death by his parents Bud and Betty Penney; siblings Richard Penney, Terry Penney and Cindy Pike. He is survived by his loving wife Lucy Penney; children Steve (Shanonn) Dewitt, Michael A. Penney; grandchildren Dusty Dewitt, Lindsay Dewitt Lincoln Dewitt, Hunter Penney and Jordan Penney; great grandchildren Leon Dewitt, Silis Dewitt, Claire Dewitt, Kinsley Dewitt; brother Duane...

Janel Carol Peterson

Janel Carol Peterson

Mar 25, 2024

Janel was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Nadine Rehberg; nephew Jeff Rehberg.

She is survived by her son Ryan Peterson; brother John (Linda) Rehberg; nephew Tom Rehberg and many more friends of the family.

Dolly L. Abrams

Dolly L. Abrams

Mar 22, 2024

Dolly came into this world a fighter and left it just the same. Never one for giving up, she was strong and resilient but warm and compassionate, equally. She passed away peacefully at home with her husband by her side on March 22, 2024 – just 8 days short of the 8th year anniversary of her own mother’s passing....

Earl Francis Mcgeorge

Earl Francis Mcgeorge

Mar 20, 2024

Earl Francis McGeorge, 89, passed away on March 20, 2024, in Georgetown, TX. Earl was born on June 8, 1934, in Omaha, Nebraska to Alvin McGeorge and Lillian Bartlett. Earl lived and went to school in Omaha, joined the Navy at 16, and served during the Korean War. When he left the Navy, he returned to Omaha to start his...

Jonathan E. Peterson

Jonathan E. Peterson

Mar 19, 2024

Jonathan Edwards Peterson was a unique individual.

Born in North Dakota, as a child he moved frequently.  In high school he found himself in Windom, MN where he met the love of his life, Fay Peterson (Molitor)

Jon’s passion for life and music lead him to play in many bands. He studied and taught cello....

Robert M. Antrim

Robert M. Antrim

Mar 17, 2024

Robert Michael Antrim entered into his final resting place on March 17, 2024.  Robert (Bob) was born on July 19, 1954 to Keith and Regina Antrim. Bob was a hardworking and loving man.  He loved to fish and collect fishing gear.  Bob worked at Bucky's convenience store in Omaha Nebraska for many years.  Bob was a family man and...

Richard Michael Webb

Richard Michael Webb

Mar 15, 2024

Richard Michael Webb was born to Richard Webb and Jane Flood Webb in Ferndale, Michigan on November 2, 1944.  He was the oldest child with a younger brother , Joel, and younger sister, Sarah.  His father, Richard Webb, worked for the IRS in Detroit.  After high school he attended Phillips University in Enid, Oklahoma.  Upon graduation in 1969 he...

Joseph Frank Zadina

Joseph Frank Zadina

Mar 13, 2024

Joseph F. Zadina, 90 was born on December 21, 1933 in Omaha, NE. to Bessie (Halamek) and Joseph Zadina. He attended St Wenceslaus Elementary and graduated from Omaha South High school. He served in the Army as a Radio Operator in Germany for 2 years, then in the Reserves for 4 years. He married Theresa Stuczynski at St. Stanislaus Catholic...

Raymond T. Brown

Raymond T. Brown

Mar 11, 2024

Raymond T Brown, 77, of Omaha, died Monday, March 11, 2024, at his home.

Ray was born March 27, 1946, in Sioux City, Iowa to Thomas and Doris (Steele) Brown. He was blessed to be raised with two brothers, Mark and William “Bill” Brown.

Survivors are his children, Traci Brown of Kansas City, Missouri, Travis...

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