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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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Mariela Skerston
Jul 4, 2017
Mariela Skerston, age 84, passed away peacefully at her home in Bellevue surrounded by her family. Mariela was preceded in death by her loving husband, Richard, and her parents. She is survived by her son, Richard (Sarah); 4 grandchildren, Raquel, Xachary, Logan, and Araya; and her loyal canine companion, Boni
Margaret A. Schmitz
Jun 30, 2017
age 77, of Omaha, Nebraska, Margaret is preceded in death by her parents Hugh and Gladys and husband James E. Schmitz. She is survived by her daughters Kelli (Todd) Rath of Gastonia, North Carolina, Theresa (Tracy) Bahle of Elkhorn, Nebraska, and Heather Schmitz of Boise, Idaho; brother Hugh "Butch" Oliver, Jr.; sisters Jackie and Marilyn Oliver; and grandchildren Ben and...
Carmela A (Piccolo) Stefanski
Jun 28, 2017
Carmela A (Piccolo) Stefanski passed away at the age of 82 on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at Nebraska Medicine Hospital in Omaha . She was preceded in death by her loving husband John. Carmela is survived by sons Randall Williams and Douglas ‘Scott' Williams; daughters Christine Law and Gina Richardson; grandchildren and many other family and friends.
Edward L Rider,
Jun 20, 2017
Loving husband, father and grandfather. Born in Elsmere, KY and died Omaha, NE. Preceded in death by sister Mona Costello. Survived by wife of 56 years Barbara; sons Edward L. Rider junior (Terri) and Robert G. Rider (Brenda); granddaughters Kaitlyn Rider and Abby Rider (fianc Jeremy Kemp); grandson Edward "Nate" Rider, all of Omaha; sister Wanda J. Tanner, Florence, KY,...
Virginia Frances Washburn
Jun 13, 2017
Virginia Frances Washburn passed away peacefully in Omaha at the age of 95. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister. Beloved mother, sister, and grandmother. Virginia was preceded in death by her loving husband Paul S. Washburn; son Paul A. Washburn; brothers Edward and Richard Sobczak She is survived by her daughter Patricia Marchese; and grandsons Tim and Patrick...
Paul Aranza
Jun 12, 2017
Paul Aranza passed away peacefully at Rose Vista in Woodbine, Iowa, on Monday, June 12, 2017. Paul was born and raised in Nebraska and was very much a part in the development of South Omaha. He also served in the Army's 82nd Airborne Division overseas in Europe. Among his many achievements include serving as President of the Greater Omaha Community...
Francis "Frank" John Kudlacz
Jun 10, 2017
Francis "Frank" J. Kudlacz passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on June 10, 2017 in Omaha. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Sophie Kudlacz. Frank is survived by his sister Theresa Wehr; nephews Walter (Carolyn) Wehr and Glen (Ann) Wehr; nieces Stacy (Don) Rozmarin, Nicki (Ken) Smith, and Valerie (Jack) Griffey; many great and...
Mary M Cupich
Jun 8, 2017
Age 90. Mary was the daughter of Croatian immigrants Joe and Katarina (Bendekovic) Salic. She was always proud to talk of her days growing up on the farm in Winnebago, MN. She is preceded in death by her husband John; sisters, Barb Huffman, Ann Rademaker, and Frances Cecil. Brothers John, Joe, Nick, Ernest, and Frank Salic. Survived by daughters Susan...
Barbara L Fetters
Jun 5, 2017
Barbara L. Fetters passed away at the age of 80 on June 5, 2017 at Bergan Mercy Hospital. She was preceded in death by husband Keith and sister Beverly. Barb is survived by daughters Sharon Kuhn and Debbie Possinger; brothers Bob (Toka) and Bill; sister Betty; 6 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and other beloved family and friends
Mary Joan Gaffney
Jun 5, 2017
Mary Joan Gaffney passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on June 5, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husbands Herb and Robert; parents Bill and Margaret Fisher; and brother Buddy Mary is survived by sons Joe and John Albin; grandson Chad; and other family and friends
Arthur A Luebbert
Jun 4, 2017
Arthur Albert Luebbert passed away peacefully at the age of 76 at Parsons House in Omaha, NE. He was preceded in death by his parents Steven and Marie Luebbert; brother Francis(Barbara) Luebbert; sister Sr. Veronica "Rita" Luebbert, OSC; great-nephew Peter Luebbert; and brother-in-law Alvin Kampschnieder Arthur is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Joan; daughters Peggy (Martin) Millerbrand...
Georgia D Bernhagen
Jun 2, 2017
Georgia D. Bernhagen, 71, died at her home in Bellevue Friday, June 2. She is survived by husband, Randy; two daughters, Rande Jandel (husband Ed) and Jeri Wilson both of Omaha; two sons Adam Bernhagen of Papillion and David Bernhagen (wife Cori) of LaVista and 13 grandchildren.She was preceded by her parents, George and Eleanor Skarka and one sister Roberta...
Kenneth J Murray
May 30, 2017
Kenneth passed away on Tuesday, May 30. He was preceded in death by his wife Kristi Kay; parents Eldon and Betty; and brother Ron Ken is survived by sisters Joyce Murray and Linda (Bill) Maddocks; nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends At the family's request, please refrain from sending flowers. Memorials can be directed to the family.
Irvin E Frodyma
May 30, 2017
Irvin passed away at the age of 92 at Nebraska Medicine. He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Pauline; children Ted (Judy)Frodyma, Chris (Curt)Kawamoto, Deb (Mike) O'Connor, and Teresa (Chuck) Meyers; grandchildren Chad (Chris) Frodyma, James Frodyma, Laura Frodyma, Anna Frodyma, Monica Kawamoto, David Kawamoto, Jessica (Ian) Dixon, Caley (Malcolm) Deighton, Emma (Paden) Henze-Nelson, Nick (Ashley) Meyers,...
William F Sucha
May 24, 2017
William (Bill) F. Sucha who was born in Omaha in September 21, 1933, died peacefully, surrounded by family and the Rev. Bill Bond on Wednesday, May 24, 2017.Visitation will be from 5-7 pm on Thursday, June 15th at Bethany Funeral Home 8201 Harrison Street, La Vista, NE with the wake service beginning at 7 pm.The funeral will be at 10:30...
Michelle Lynn Fehl
May 22, 2017
Michelle Lynn Fehl passed away unexpectedly at her home in Papillion on Monday, May 22, 2017. Michelle was born Sunday, December 3, 1967 in Klamath Falls, Oregon to Richard and Patricia Owen. In her younger years growing up she got the opportunity to live in various places including Germany and Colorado due to her father being in the military. She...
Deacon Paul L Matukewicz
May 21, 2017
Deacon Paul passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 21. He was the founder of Bethany Funeral Home and served as a Deacon for 23 years. Deacon Paul was proud of his Polish heritage, serving as President of the Polish Home. He was a past President of St. John Cemetery and was instrumental in the development of the Mausoleum...
Ann R Cannon
May 19, 2017
Ann passed away peacefully at age 70. She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Esther. Ann is survived by daughter Tammy (Rob) English; brother Walter Cannon; grandchildren Taylor and Brett English; 2 nephews and many friends
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