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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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Col. William Hill
Apr 9, 2019
Hill—William C., Lt Col U.S.A.F (Ret), age 82 of Ralston, Nebraska passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9th at home. He was born on July 30, 1936, in Homestead, Pennsylvania to the late William B. and Olivia (Freidel) Hill. After completing one year of college at the University of Virginia, Bill found thoughts of flying in the Air Force more...
Pearl A. Bojanski
Apr 8, 2019
Pearl Bojanski passed away on the morning of Monday, April 8, 2019, surrounded by her children, at the age of 93 years. Pearl was preceded in death by her husbands Arthur L. Hanson and Richard J. Bojanski; and her siblings. She is survived by her sons Keith (Kris) Hanson and their children Lacey (Jeff) West and Brittany Hanson; Scott (Paula)...
Rose Marie Branigan
Apr 5, 2019
Rose Marie was preceded in death by her parents Maurice and Rose Ann (Augustine) Branigan, sisters Eileen (Joe) Smith and Agnes (Frank) Mullally, niece Mary K. Kaup and nephews John "Jack" Mullally and Phillip Walker. She is survived by her loving brother Robert Branigan, 19 nieces and nephews, 41 grand nieces and nephews, 81 great grand nieces and nephews (with...
Anton Pokorny
Mar 26, 2019
Anton "Tony" Pokorny, Jr. was called home from Papillion on Tuesday, March 26, 2019 with his wife by his side at the age of 94 years. He was preceded in death by his parents Anton, Sr. and Katherine; 5 sisters; 1 brother Tony is survived by his loving wife of 69 years, Helen; son Marty (Ginny); daughter Sharon (Dave) Guthrie;...
Renee A. Fibich
Mar 25, 2019
Passed away Monday, March 25, 2019, in Omaha, Nebraska. Renee was born Monday, April 1, 1968, in Omaha. Renee is preceded in death by her sister Lynn Chafin and nephew Donovan Jr. She is survived by her father Edward Fibich and mother Janet Spellman; sister Heather Spellman; and her nephews Xandyr Sanchez and Harley Stewart.
Bernice C. Dwornicki
Mar 23, 2019
Passed away Saturday, March 23, 2019 in Papillion, Nebraska. Bernice was born Sunday, March 26, 1922 in Omaha, Nebraska to Frank and Elizabeth Slachetka. Bernice is preceded in death by her husband Frank. She is survived by her children Frank and Jane – Omaha, Thomas and Joyce – MN, James and Deborah – Omaha, David and Patty – Omaha, Michael...
Evelyn H. Reed
Mar 22, 2019
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Johanna Hanner; brothers William and Phillip Hanner; grandson Ryan Reed and her loving husband of 49 years Harry Reed. She is survived by her children Phyllis Reed, Lois (Mike) Ulrich, Janis (Rich) Thompson, Dennis (Candy) Reed, Doug (Lavonne) Reed, Mavis (Steve) Belew and Frances Reed; 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren...
Ronald J. "Bear" Kintzle
Mar 18, 2019
Ronald "Bear" Kintzle was adored since birth, born the last of 4 children to his parents Lloyd and Irene he was spoiled by his older sisters Shirley and Joann and taught how to have fun by his older brother Rich.He was a proud graduate of Omaha South High School in 1967.He worked hard all of his life, no matter what...
Anthony "Tony" Gonzales
Mar 11, 2019
Passed away Monday, March 11, 2019 in Omaha, Nebraska. Tony was born Monday, November 2, 1942 in Bayard, Nebraska. Tony is preceded in death by his father William Gonzales; sister Juanita Kriefles; daughter Patty Ann Gonzales; and nephew Frank Kriefles. He is survived by his mother Carmen Gonzales; wife Virginia Gonzales; children Theresa (Rob) Boose, Angela (Earl) Weir, Anthony Gonzales,...
Maria Esther Fierro Garcia
Mar 8, 2019
Dedicated and loving mother to her children. A caregiver to her relatives and the elderly. She loved Jesus with all her heart and enjoyed life with much laughter surrounded always by loved ones.Preceded in death by mother, Margarita Moreno; Father, Roberto Carreon; brother Manuel Fierro. Survived by husband E. Jorge Garcia. Sons; Jorge A. Garcia(Andrea), Cesar A. Garcia (Jennifer), Rogelio...
Stanley Thomas Kahl
Mar 2, 2019
Stanley Thomas Kahl "Stan" (60), son of Duane and Kathleen Kahl, passed away March 2, 2019, at Bergan Mercy Hospice House in Omaha NE due to complications of his long term struggle with diabetes. Stan was born June 24, 1958, in Sidney Ne.He attended Sidney St Patrick's High School, where he excelled in sports, and graduated in 1976. After high...
Phyllis C. Wees
Mar 1, 2019
Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Dan and sons Doug (Susan) and Jeff. She was a loving and devoted grandmother to her grandchildren Eli and Noah. MEMORIAL MASS Friday, March 8th at 10 AM at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Council Bluffs. IN LIEU OF FLOWERS Memorials to the American Cancer Society or St. Peter's Catholic...
Leonard Ray Ridge
Feb 27, 2019
On the morning of Wednesday, February 27, 2019, Leonard Ray Ridge was reunited in heaven with his beloved wife Nancy, parents Bob and Elizabeth, and brothers Jack and George at the age of 81 years. Leonard is survived by his children Roger (Katherin), Ronald (Denise), and Rebecca; brothers Bob, Bill (Mona), and Daniel; sister Barbara (Jerry) Brown, sister-in-law Mary Ridge;...
Louis M. Piccolo
Feb 22, 2019
Louis was preceded in death by his parents Sam and Constance Piccolo; his loving wife Barbara L. Piccolo and their son David J. Piccolo; sisters Lucille Pinkes and Rose Piccolo He is survived by his daughters Debra (Bryan) Hague and Barbara A. Piccolo and grandchild Taylor S. Hague, Anna and Joey Piccolo.
Larry J Abbott
Feb 21, 2019
Larry J. Abbott passed away on the morning of Thursday, February 21, 2019 at the age of 72 years. Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Dee; 2 infant daughters; parents Jesse and Catherine, niece Sandra Mackey; great-niece Skye McMillin; brothers-in-law Thomas Mackey and Robert R. McMillin. He is survived by his children Scott Abbott and Angie (Ryan) Belt;...
Michael L. Mccormick
Feb 19, 2019
Michael Lee McCormick, 71, born on January 7, 1948, in Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on February 19, 2019 after battling a chronic illness for the last 10 years. He resided in Omaha, Nebraska at the time of his passing. He attended the University of Iowa where he majored in Psychology. He served in the United States Airforce for four...
William Edward Raber
Feb 18, 2019
Bill was preceded in death by his loving wife Linda, his parents, and sister. He is survived by his daughters Pauline (Emile), Betty (Ali), and April (Josh); grandchildren Nolan, Channing, Maya, and Brycen; sister; and many other family and friends. The family requests that only close family members and friends attend Monday's Funeral Service. Everyone is welcome to attend Sunday's...
Mary Ann Micek (Labanowski)
Feb 18, 2019
Mary Ann is preceded in death by her parents James B. and Mary Labanowski. She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years Ronald C. Micek; her children Rita (Randy) Jacobson, Theresa (Mike) Hinchey, Ann Frame and Bill (Sharon) Micek; 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
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