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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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Dianne Michelle Buschelman

Dianne Michelle Buschelman

Dec 26, 2023

Dianne M. Buschelman passed away in Carter Lake, Iowa on 26 December 2023 at the age of 62 after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  She grew up traveling the world since her father was in the Air Force.  She graduated from Bryan High School in 1979 and then attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha.  She loved...

Joanne A. Hardin

Joanne A. Hardin

Dec 23, 2023

Joanne A. Hardin was preceded in death by her husband Robert and her 9 siblings.

She is survived by her loving children Vicki (Frank) Logan; Michael (Barbara) Hardin; Sheila (Mike) Elliott; 7 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Gerald "Jerry" Morehouse, Jr.

Gerald "Jerry" Morehouse, Jr.

Dec 11, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we sadly announce the passing of Jerry Morehouse Jr . Jerry was involved in a car accident on Monday Dec 4th and he died peacefully Monday Dec 11, 2023 after succumbing to his injuries. Jerry grew up in Bellevue, Nebraska and graduated from Bellevue High School. He then enrolled in college at Creighton...

Jean L. Grob

Jean L. Grob

Dec 11, 2023

Jean L. Grob passed away in Papillion, Nebraska, on the evening of Monday, December 11, 2023, at the age of 89 years.

Jean is survived by her loving and devoted husband Norman; children Jeff (Kelli), James (Jill), Cheryl (Jim) Francois, and Rebecca Evans; 9 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Clarence Leo Krapp

Clarence Leo Krapp

Dec 9, 2023

Krapp, Clarence Leo (Corky, Sonny, Pappy) June 26,1929 to December 9,2023. Preceded in death by wife of 51 years Joann M (Hitt) Krapp, Parent's Charles L & Anna (Holmquist) Krapp, Siblings: Harold, Richard, Mildred, Norman, Charles Jr, Bessie, Betty, Cecil. Survived by DAUGHTER Donna Simmons of Omaha, Ne., SON AND DAUGHTER IN LAW Dan & Maria Krapp Salem, Or, GRAND...

Christopher J. Kitta

Christopher J. Kitta

Dec 9, 2023

Christopher was preceded in death by his parents William R. and Mary T. Kitta.

He is survived by his siblings Robert (Katy) Kitta, Diane (Roger) Pokorny; nieces and nephews Lucy, Rachael (Rylee) and Kaleb; and many more family and friends.

Kathleen M. Yakopec

Kathleen M. Yakopec

Dec 7, 2023

Kathleen was preceded in death by her loving husband Joseph J. Yakopec, Jr.; son Kevin M. Yakopec; parents James and Helen Karnik; brother James Karnik.

She is survived by her children Patrick, Timothy, Michael (Kelly), James (Tracy) and Sean Yakopec; grandchildren Ashley, Joseph, Noah, Daniel, Rylan, Yogi, Helen and Tyler; and many more family and friends.

Victor Louis Pinzino

Victor Louis Pinzino

Dec 7, 2023

Victor Louis Pinzino was born on Thursday, April 30th, 1959, in Lynnwood, California. He passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, in the early evening of Thursday, December 7th, 2023, at the age of 64 years.

Victor was preceded in death by his parents, Victor C Pinzino, Mary Ann Dempsey, and John (Jack) Dempsey.

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Denie Ann Nesvan

Denie Ann Nesvan

Dec 4, 2023

Denie Ann Nesvan was born on May 2, 1946, in Omaha, Nebraska, and peacefully passed away on the morning of Monday, December 4, 2023, at the age of 77 years.

Denie was a force to be reckoned with; tackling challenges head-on and never shying away from expressing her opinions. Her assertiveness was only matched by her deep...

Fayrene "Fay" Mace

Fayrene "Fay" Mace

Dec 2, 2023

Fayrene Mace was born on Friday, February 19, 1932, in Leslie, Arkansas, to parents Lonzo and Ila Clemons. She passed away peacefully at Brookstone Village in Omaha, Nebraska, on the morning of Saturday, December 2, 2023, at the age of 91 years.

She was preceded in death by her husband Donald; parents Lonzo and Ila Clemons; sister...

Clara Jane Sakalosky

Clara Jane Sakalosky

Nov 29, 2023

Clara was known for her kind hearted nature with endless love and support for family and friends.  She enjoyed the simple pleasures of life and was always willing to take a chance to experience new things. As a celebrant of life and living with great purpose, she never missed an opportunity to share each day with those she cared...

Tammi J. Bray

Tammi J. Bray

Nov 28, 2023

Tammi was preceded in death by her grandmother Patsy H. Modlin; step-mother Patricia Risavi; mother-in-law Lola Thompson.

She is survived by her loving husband Scott E. Bray; children Carson Thompson, Travis (Adrienne) Erickson, Braeden (Zakia) Erickson; step children Jaret Bray (Emily), Kaylee Bray; grandchildren Korra, Tyler, Laney; sister Jennifer (Chris) Davis; and her best little buddy Elway....

Joanne Stever

Joanne Stever

Nov 27, 2023

JoAnne Stever was born on Tuesday, December 15, 1953, in Union County, Kentucky to parents John and Elizabeth (Dunaway) Turner. She passed away peacefully at home in Ralston, Nebraska, on the evening of Monday, November 27, 2023, at the age of 69 years.

JoAnne was preceded in death by her parents; son Bryan Cody Stever; and beloved...

Joseph C. Shulo

Joseph C. Shulo

Nov 25, 2023

Joseph Charles Shulo

May 18,1952 – November 25, 2023

Preceded in death by his father, Joseph R. Shulo, mother, MaryAnn (Arnold) Shulo, Lady, his uppity self-entitled American Eskimo, and best swimming partner ever, Mishka, his lab-keeshond mix best bud.

Survived by wife, Jean (Absalon) Shulo; proud step-father to his intensely loved and admired...

Luetta Marie Stuczynski

Luetta Marie Stuczynski

Nov 24, 2023

Born in a small town in Iowa, educated in a one room school house LuEtta was an active energetic girl. She worked hard, she played hard. She gathered eggs, milked cows, explored the family farm for arrowheads, played a trombone in the “family orchestra,” learned to drive in her brother’s Model T Ford, and played high school basketball. She...

James Vondra

James Vondra

Nov 22, 2023

James Vondra passed away peacefully at home on the morning of Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the age of 80 years. Jim was a charter member of St Bernadette and was very active in the church. He coached little league baseball, worked bingo and the festivals, and taught Sunday school.  He drew up plans on numerous occasions for various...

Mary Lisa Dytrych

Mary Lisa Dytrych

Nov 17, 2023

Mary Lisa Dytrych, 68, passed away at her home near Glenwood, Iowa on November 17, 2023.

Lisa was born in Hamilton, Ohio, April 6, 1955. Her family moved to Omaha where she attended Millard High School and graduated with the Class of 1973. She worked in Omaha for Millard Manufacturing where she met Michael Dytrych. She married...

Penny Lynn Selders

Penny Lynn Selders

Nov 14, 2023

Penny Selders, 65, of LaVista, NE, passed away in Omaha, NE on November 14, 2023. Visitation will be Friday, November 17th from 5 PM - 8 PM at Bethany Funeral Home in LaVista, NE. Services will be at noon on November 18th, 2023. Burial will be immediately following the service at Papillion Cemetery on 84th and Giles.

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James B. Ayars

James B. Ayars

Nov 14, 2023

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Shirley Mae Judevine

Shirley Mae Judevine

Nov 13, 2023

Shirley Mae Hurt Judevine, age 89 of Omaha, NE passed away on November 13, 2023. Shirley was born in Brainard, Nebraska. She was the youngest child of Joe and Bessie (Kavalak) Hurt. Shirley and her parents moved to Omaha when she was 10 years old so her mother could be treated for breast cancer. Shirley’s family were highly active...

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