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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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Ruth E. Somers

Ruth E. Somers

Nov 17, 2006

Preceded in death by husband Larry sister, Marie Davis son-in-law, Ron Gibilisco Survived by daughter- JoAnn Gibilisco-Omaha sons and daughters-in-law, Tom & Margaret- Omaha Jim & Bette- McCook, NE Jerry & Jan- Abilene, KS 15 grandchildren 25 great-grandchildren Entombment Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorials requested to New Cassel Retirement Center.

Barbara J. Vondracek

Barbara J. Vondracek

Nov 12, 2006

9/19/38 - 11/12/06. Devoted wife and mother Preceded in death by parents James and Mabel Hill sisters Velma Sund, Mary Ann Baxter, Nadean Wilding, Kathleen Cole Survived by husband Raymond daughter Dawn step-children Mike, Greg, Donald, Mary Paladino, Rhonda Quick 6 step-grandchildren brothers James, Gary, Tom and Richard Hill sisters Phyllis Harvey, Margaret Dodgion, Yvonne Flores and Donna Gosetti many...

Verla M. Puntney

Verla M. Puntney

Nov 7, 2006

Preceded in death by husbands Albert, Harland, and Robert survived by children Don (Norma) Gyhra, Richard (Roseanne) Gyhra, and Anna (John) Lennart 9 grandchildren 12 great - grandchildren 3 great - great - grandchildren brother Gail Core - CA member of the Eagles and Legion 331 Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorials requested to the family.

Harold G. Citta

Harold G. Citta

Nov 6, 2006

Preceded in death by parents, brother, and sister survived by wife Florence daughters and sons-in-law Lee Ann and Welland ???Doc??? Bates Geri and Dalton Wyatt grandsons Conor Casey and Curtis Casey granddaughter Angela Wyatt step-grandchildren Amanda and Chris Spilski Kelsey Wyatt sister and brother-in-law Shirley and Howard Schwer sister Betty Loye many nieces, nephews, and good friends Military honors by...

Gladys R. Oliver

Gladys R. Oliver

Nov 6, 2006

age 95, of Papillion Preceded in death by husband Hugh daughters Jackie and Ruth brother Reinhart, Ervin, Francis, Alfred, and Elmer sister Grace son-in-law Jim Schmitz Survived by daughter Margie Schmitz son Hugh Oliver Jr. grandchildren Kelli Rath, Theresa Bahle, Heather Hammers, and Jared Oliver 5 great-grandchildren sister Evelyn Ohmdahl Interment Cedar Dale Cemetery. Memorials requested to Faith Presbyterian Church.

Truth L. Podkovich

Truth L. Podkovich

Nov 6, 2006

age 84 years, of Bellevue, Nebraska. Preceded in death by husband Jerry Podkovich Sr. and step-son Jerry "JP" Podkovich Jr. Survived by sons Craig (Anna) Mallett - Murray, Nebraska and Roger Mallett - Omaha, Nebraska; step-children Larry (Linda) Podkovich, Theresa Lawrence, and Darald Podkovich; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and other relatives. Memorial Service Thursday, November 9th, 2:00 p.m. Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's...

Catherine C. Cvitak

Catherine C. Cvitak

Oct 31, 2006

Preceded in death by husband John Louis Cvitak and son Leon Cvitak Survived by son and daughter-in-law John and Kristin Cvitak grandchildren Jeffrey, Jill, and Tim Cvitak all of Springfield, MO sister Jenny Elrod of MN nieces, nephews and other relatives Interment Calvary Cemetery. Memorials requested to the Hospice House(7415 Cedar St., Omaha, NE 68124).

Donna L. Battiato

Donna L. Battiato

Oct 30, 2006

Born January 9, 1931 in Nebraska City. Preceded in death by sons William N. (Buddy) Battiato and Steven A. Battiato Survived by husband Sam (Babe) Battiato Jr. daughter and son-in-law Angela and Rick Weyh - Ralston son Samuel (Chuck)Battiato and Mike - Omaha son and daughter-in-law Anthony J. (Tony) and Terry Battiato - Council Bluffs daughter-in-law Diane Battiato - Omaha...

Ann M. Trudell

Ann M. Trudell

Oct 30, 2006

Ann passed away on October 30, 2006. Preceded in death by husband Chris Trudell father Rocco Pilege mother Emily Pilege daughter Cheryl Trudell son Joseph Trudell Survived by companion Jose Serrano son Rocky Trudell daughters Patricia Bennett and Suzette Zijoudi sisters Rose Hopkins and Linda Williams 9 grandchildren 5 great-grandchildren Interment St. Mary's Cemetery

Madeline B. Swantek

Madeline B. Swantek

Oct 26, 2006

Preceded in death by husband Ted sons Ted Jr., Richard, and Frank Survived by sons and daughters-in-law Jerry and Bette Swantek daughters-in-law Jeanne and Patty Swantek 6 grandchildren 7 great-grandchildren Interment St. John's Cemetery

Erik N. Olson

Erik N. Olson

Oct 23, 2006

age 22, of Omaha Preceded in death by grandfathers Leonard Olson and Donald Parcher, uncle Terry Olson Survived by parents Kathy and Chris brother Jeremey grandmothers Anna Parcher and Ethyl Olson aunt and uncle Jay and Pat Fleming numerous cousins and friends Interment Voss Mohr Cemetery. Memorials requested to Dundee Presbyterian Church.

William H. Boury

William H. Boury

Oct 23, 2006

Preceded in death by parents Helene and Eugene Boury survived by wife Mary Ann daughter and son-in-law Marilyn and Ron Rubek son and daughter-in-law Leonard and Kellie Boury sister Blanche Perry grandchildren Mark, Ryan, Sarah, Leonard, Jr., and Mary great-grandchildren Austin, Chaise, Markus, Dominik, and Blayne member of FOE 154 and DAV Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. Military honors by American...

Robert L. Lewis

Robert L. Lewis

Oct 22, 2006

age 71, of Omaha Born April 16, 1935 in Glenwood, Iowa, died October 22, 2006. Preceded in death by parents Robert W. Lewis and Georgia D. Stanton, sister Lucille Reed, grandchildren Bryan, and Brandon Lewis, father-in-law George Halac, sister-in-law Nora Perkins Survived by wife of 40 years Georgia daughters Debra (Gary) Zurek - Malvern, IA Suzanne Lewis, Teri Cady, Kathryn...

Eleanor M. Lekovich

Eleanor M. Lekovich

Oct 22, 2006

age 85, of Omaha Survived by sons and daughters-in-law Michael and Patty Lekovich Jack and Teresa Mitera grandchildren Brian and Adam Lekovich, Lance Mitera Lifelong member of Sts. Peter and Paul Church and member of Daniel J. Gross Marianist Affiliates of Omaha Interment St. Johns Cemetery. Memorials requested to Sts. Peter and Paul Church.

Rose Marie Fibich

Rose Marie Fibich

Oct 11, 2006

Preceded in death by husband John, parents Frank and Josephine Krawczyk, siblings Frank, Thomas, Walter Krawczyk, Stanley Kraw, Helen (Dallas)Petersen, John Krawczyk, Steven Krawczyk, Raymond (Delores) Kraw Survived by children Kathleen and Patrick Bogenreif - Louisville Theresa and William Engle - Avondale, AZ Michael Fibich and Anna McDade - Omaha Betty and Chuck Ketchmark - LaVista Marlene and Richard Morris...

Robert A. Bob Miller

Robert A. Bob Miller

Oct 9, 2006

34 year Veteran of the U.S. Air Force. Preceded in death by parents John and Clara and siblings Survived by wife of 57 years Marnie - former teacher of Ryan High School sons and daughters-in-law Bob and Maureen Carr/Miller - MO Dr. John and Jackie Miller - KS Mike and Bea Miller - Las Vegas, NV daughters and sons-in-law Mary...

Herman A.P. Sparks Flamig

Herman A.P. Sparks Flamig

Oct 3, 2006

Preceded in death by parents Paul & Edna, brother Wilbur Flamig, sister Dorothy (Ustohal) Nemitz Survived by sons Duane Flamig of Los Alamos, NM, Chris Flamig of Lexington, NE, Marlen Flamig of Bridgeport, NE, Bryan Flamig of Phoenix, AZ, Rusty Flamig of Hartington, NE, Randy Flamig of Sidney, NE daughter Sylvia Bixenman of Hays, KS, step-daughter Anita Burkhalter of Oklahoma...

Clara Owens

Clara Owens

Oct 3, 2006

May 8, 1915 to Oct 3, 2006 Preceded in death by husband William F. Owens Sr. sisters Mary Gelbman, Ann Wortman (Earl), Betty Butt (Ted) Survived by loving sons Jim Owens of Olathe, KS Bill Owens Jr. and wife Kathy of Omaha Bob Owens and wife Kim of Omaha daughter Mary Clare Beninato and husband Joe of Omaha grandsons Jim...

Jerry "Jp" Podkovich,

Jerry "Jp" Podkovich,

Oct 2, 2006

age 58 years, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Preceded in death by parents Jerry Sr. and Theresa Podkovich Survived by wife Terri; children Alisha, Melissa, Paula, Penny, and John Paul; 10 grandchildren; brothers Larry (Linda) Podkovich and Darald Podkovich: sister Theresa Lawrence; step-mother Truth Podkovich; niece and nephews; several aunts, uncles, and cousins. Funeral Service Thursday, October 5th, 7:00 p.m....

Cecilia M. Hobza

Cecilia M. Hobza

Sep 23, 2006

age 82, Omaha Preceded in death by husband Edward J. Survived by son & daughter-in-law Edward Jr. & Debbie Hobza son Joseph Hobza daughters Sharon Hobza & Edna Hobza 4 grandchildren 6 great-grandchildren brother Richard Legenza sisters Patricia Walkemeyer & Marie Opperman in-laws, nieces & nephews Interment St. John's Cemetery.

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