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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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Gianna Self

Gianna Self

Jul 5, 2022

Gianna Self, age 19, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter, passed away on the morning of Tuesday, July 5, 2022, in Papillion, Nebraska.

Gianna was preceded in death by grandparents Drew Classen, Terry Wade, JR Dials; and great-grandparents Ronald (Janet) Thiesing.

She is survived by father Scott (Susie) Self; mother Toni (Jim) Nunn; brother...

Charlotte Gloria Sunde

Charlotte Gloria Sunde

Jul 1, 2022

Charlotte Gloria Sunde (nee Trumble) was reunited with her husband in heaven on their anniversary, Friday July 1, 2022, at the age of 88 years.

She was preceded in death by parents, Floyd and Gertrude Trumble and spouse, Dean Sunde.

Charlotte is survived by sons, Greg (Becky), Steve (Cindy), Evan (Julie) Sunde, and daughter Laura...

Michael D. Carabine

Michael D. Carabine

Jun 29, 2022

DR. MICHAEL DAMIAN CARABINE SEPTEMBER 27, 1948 – June 29, 2022 Michael Damian Carabine was born in Port Arthur, Texas on September 27, 1948 to parents Peter John Carabine and Leona Myers Carabine. He passed away June 29, 2022 at the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. Michael was proceeded in death by his parents: Father, Peter John Carabine...

Shane Michael Bortz

Shane Michael Bortz

Jun 28, 2022

Private Family Services

Jeanne Claire Houston

Jeanne Claire Houston

Jun 28, 2022

Jeanne Claire Whited was born & raised in Omaha, NE, by her parents, Asa and Johanna Whited. She was baptized and confirmed at Kountze Memorial Lutheran Church. She and Danny D. Houston were married on May 25, 1948 at that church. They made their home in Ralston and were one of the early members of Trinity E.U.B. Church (now...

Virginia Algya

Virginia Algya

Jun 25, 2022

REMEMBERING with LOVE, VIRGINIA ROSE ADAMS ALGYA

March 26, 1930 - June 25, 2022

Virginia Rose Adams Algya was Born March 26, 1930, in Omaha, Nebraska to Nick and Mary Adams (both deceased).  Her older sister, Cornelia Paulsen of O'Fallon, IL. survives her.  She also had two younger sisters,...

Madysin Skye Cherek

Madysin Skye Cherek

Jun 18, 2022

She is survived by her parents Matthew Cherek and Sage Franco; ...

Visitation to take place on Monday, July 25, 2022 from 11:00 - 12:00 p.m. at Bethany Funeral Home with a funeral service to follow.

Duane F. Berscheid

Duane F. Berscheid

Jun 17, 2022

Duane F. Berscheid was born in Victor, Iowa to parents Arthur and Margaret. He was the second oldest of 13 children. Duane grew up to be the quintessential cowboy. He could always be found wearing his cowboy hat and boots and enjoyed chopping firewood.

Duane died on Friday, June 17, 2022, in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age...

Paula Sue Rhoades

Paula Sue Rhoades

Jun 17, 2022

Paula Sue Rhoades was reunited with her husband, Billy Rhoades, in heaven on the morning of Friday, June 17, 2022, at the age of 88 years.

Shirley A. Matyja

Shirley A. Matyja

Jun 16, 2022

Shirley was preceded in death by her loving husband of 75 years Joseph J. Matyja; parents Joseph and Anna Kratochvil; brothers Joseph and William Kratochvil and sister Germain Shimek.

She is survived by her children Gary J. (Marilyn) Matyja, Omaha,NE. and James J. (Kristen) Matyja, Conway, AK.; 8 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

Thomas M. Mentzer

Thomas M. Mentzer

Jun 16, 2022

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Anita D. Newell

Anita D. Newell

Jun 15, 2022

Anita Miller was born in English, Indiana and grew up there, graduating from High School. She then took a job in Indianapolis with the phone company.  In 1943, at the foot of the Sailors and Soldiers Memorial, she met David Newell who was in training with the US Army Air Force. They quickly realized they were meant for one...

Loras "Larry" Jude Petersen

Loras "Larry" Jude Petersen

Jun 12, 2022

Larry Petersen passed away at Nebraska Medicine on the evening of Sunday, June 12, 2022, at the age of 67 years.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Eileen Petersen.

He is survived by his siblings Rose (Frank) Jackson, Dave (Lori) Petersen, Tom (Nancy) Petersen, Gina Pady, and Monica (Fred) Robinson; special...

Thomas H. Dunn

Thomas H. Dunn

Jun 11, 2022

“Git R Dunn”

Tom was born on January 7, 1941 in Omaha, NE.  After graduating from Omaha South High he joined the Army Reserves.  He then met and fell in love with Julie, and they married in 1964 and had two daughters, Tracy and Cindy.  Tom had a knack for sales; he sold used cars and owned...

Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Ruhl

Elizabeth Ann "Betty" Ruhl

May 31, 2022

Betty was born on November 22, 1934 at home near Seward, Nebraska to parents Emil and Rose (Kozisek) Moravec. She was the youngest of three children living on a farm until the family moved to York, Nebraska in 1945.

She attended St. Joseph’s High School in York where she played volleyball, was a cheerleader and a featured...

Norma J. Bostwick

Norma J. Bostwick

May 30, 2022

Norma was a long time member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church, along with her loving husband RG "Buzz". Norma loved to laugh was helpful and supportive to anyone in need. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, lived life to the fullest , loved music and to dance. Norma was loved and admired by many...

Deacon Kenneth L. Kalkowski

Deacon Kenneth L. Kalkowski

May 26, 2022

Kenny, age 90, died peacefully on Thursday, May 26. He was the loving husband of Renee Waite Kalkowski for 67 years. Kenny was born on a farm in Creighton, NE, September 6, 1931, the oldest of four children of the late Mabel and Stanley Kalkowski. He was preceded in death by his wife Renee and brother Larry.

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Anthony "Tony" J. Lyle

Anthony "Tony" J. Lyle

May 24, 2022

Anthony “Tony” Lyle, 34, of Omaha, died May 24, 2022. He was born August 17, 1987 in Omaha, the son of Connie (Jeff) Foote and Gary Lyle. He graduated from Ralston High School in 2006, where he was a member of the football team and a friend to all. He was currently working as a block layer for CAS....

Patty Jo White

Patty Jo White

May 23, 2022

Patty was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Rosemary Spicka; Daughter in law Deanna Thompson

She is survived by her husband William Dave White; Brother Joe Spicka, Sister Romi Spicka, Sons; Steve Thompson, Scott Thompson, David Thompson; Daughter Theresa White; Son in Law; Scott W. White; Grandchildren; Kenton Thompson, Kody Thompson,...

Wilhelmina Albertina Henn

Wilhelmina Albertina Henn

May 22, 2022

Wilhelmina Albertina Henn (nee Kendall) passed away at Immanuel Hospital on the afternoon of Sunday, May 22, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her husband John; and sisters Fredora Sullivan and Clara Ann Rolfe.

Wilhelmina is survived by sons Tom (Lisa), Richard (Jeanine†), Daniel (Ruth); daughter Amy Kennett; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

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