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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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Carol A. Whitney
Dec 13, 2015
age 69 years, of Omaha, NebraskaPreceded in death by father Richard Matula. Survived by husband Chuck; daughters Tammi (Mike) Circo and Tiffany (Brian) Nemecek; grandchildren Brock, Payton, Gabbi, McKenna, Cal; mother Marian Brown; sisters Sharon Cutchall and Kerry Distefano; brother Kelly Distefano. Visitation Thursday, December 17th, after 5:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Friday,...
Clarence J. "Shorty" Lutz
Dec 11, 2015
age 91 years, of Papillion, Nebraska. WWII United States Navy Veteran Preceded in death by wife Darlene. Survived by children Linda (Chuck) Dworak, Tom (Margie) Lutz, Lori (Bob) Sorensen, Cindy (Tyric) Shuck; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. Member of the Shriners, Papillion American Legion, Papillion Volunteer Fire Dept., and Sarpy County VFW. VISITATION Monday, December 14th 5:008:00 p.m. at the...
Timothy J. Bowers
Dec 9, 2015
age 58 years, of Omaha, NebraskaPreceded in death by parents Melvin and Marge; sister Connie Frye. Survived by brothers and sisters Joe (GayLynn) Owens, Terri (Phil) Bremken, Melvin Dusty (Rhonda) Bowers, Lori (Gary Moe) Meide; nephews and nieces. Memorial Service Saturday, December 26th, 10:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.
Lillian M. Halverson (Murley)
Dec 8, 2015
age 97, of Omaha, Nebraska Preceded in death by husbands William Murley and Eddie Halverson; son Steven Murley. Survived by children William Murley, Robert Murley, Marikaye Murley, and Ann Murley; 8 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; sister Dorothy Ditkowski; brother Fritz Bertagnoli. Funeral Mass Friday, December 11th, 10:30 a.m. at St. Gerald Catholic Church (96th and Q).
Gerald B. Davis
Dec 8, 2015
age 82, of Omaha, Nebraska Preceded in death by wife Christine; infant daughter Doreen Gail; parents Glen and Lula; brothers Glen Jr. and Sonny Davis; sister Betty Davis. Survived by son James Davis; daughters Jody (Chuck) Cunningham, Lori (Bryan) Reising; 10 grandchildren; 1 great granddaughter; brother Dixie Davis; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Visitation Friday, December 11th, 6:008:00 p.m. at...
Leslie Allen Ganfield
Dec 7, 2015
age 41 years, of Omaha, Nebraska.Survivors include his father Dr. Roger A. Ganfield; mother Jeneen Pierce; "daughter" Jade CapVisitation and Time of Remembrance Saturday, December 12th, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.
Gerald B. Labenz
Dec 7, 2015
age 83 years, of Omaha, Nebraska, Korean War Veteran Preceded in death by wife Verna; sons David, Anthony and Mitch; great grandson Jacob. Survived by son and daughter-in-law Michael and Kara; daughter-in-law Glenda; 9 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; brother Ralph (Tootie) Labenz; sister Florine Iverson. VISITATION at Our Lady of Lourdes Church (32nd Ave. and Frances St.) Monday, December 14th,...
Carl F. Miller
Dec 6, 2015
age 79 years, of Omaha, NebraskaPreceded in death by parents Carl and Theresa; brother David.Survived by wife JoAnn; children Michael (Edith) Miller, Melissa (Rob) Hardman, Matthew (Mimi) Miller; 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; brother Robert Miller. Visitation Thursday, December 10th, after 5:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Friday, December 11th, 8:50 a.m. Bethany Funeral...
Carmelita Gertrude Minardi
Dec 6, 2015
age 79 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Carmelita lived life on her own terms; more often than not, faced with hardships. Carmelita could see the best in humanity, exhibited kindness for animals and a passionate joy for gardening. Perhaps, the happiest ten years of her life was served with Metro Area Transit. Preceded in death by her parents George and Julia...
Lucille A. Benson
Dec 5, 2015
age 92 years, of Omaha, Nebraska.Preceded in death by husband Albert W.; daughter Susan Fischer. Survived by her daughter Barbara (George) Tuttle; her son Bill (Linda) Benson; also son-in-law Paul Fischer; 5 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren. Visitation at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church (36th and X St) Thursday, December 10th, beginning at 6:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 7:00 p.m....
Walter M. Stillmock
Dec 4, 2015
age 87 years, of Omaha, Nebraska Survived by brother Rev. Martin Stillmock, C.Ss.R; sister Sr. Rose Ann Stillmock, OSF; nieces and nephews. Visitation at St. Stanislaus Church (41st and J Streets) Thursday, December 10th, after 8:30 a.m. with Funeral Mass 9:30 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Church. Interment St. John Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family.
William A. "Billy" Harlow
Dec 3, 2015
age 52 years, of Bellevue, NebraskaPreceded in death by father William. Survived by mother Joan Harlow; brother David Harlow; nieces Britnie and Skye Harlow and nephew Blake Harlow; aunts, uncles, and cousins; dog Sophie. Visitation Tuesday, December 8th, 5:007:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Wednesday, December 9th, 11:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Brooks CemeteryBrooks, IA.
Donald D. Hallett
Dec 3, 2015
age 81 years, of Ralston, Nebraska. Don worked in the sales of paint and lacquer in Iowa and Nebraska for most of his life. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed the many activities the grandchildren were involved with.Preceded in death by son Eric; parents Herbert and Thelma Survived by wife Elaine; children Robyn (John) LaRandeau and Todd (Beth) Hallett;...
Richard J. Kreager, Ltcol, Usaf, Ret.
Dec 3, 2015
age 73 years, of Papillion, Nebraska. Born and raised in Duluth, Minnesota, Richard 'Dick' Kreager was the oldest of Robert and Dorothy's three sons. Drafted into military service in 1966, Dick chose to enter the U.S. Air Force. Over the next 27 years, he served his country with pride and distinction. His tours of duty included service in both the...
Rosemary L. Zager (Sempek)
Nov 30, 2015
of Omaha, Nebraska. Preceded in death by husband Gerald; sisters Betty Luczynski, Frances Olechnowicz, and Helen Hasiak; brothers Leo and John Sempek.Survived by children Gary Zager and Marlene (Mike) Sheppard; granddaughters Megan (John) Schonert and Melissa (Shane) Klein; great granddaughter Abigail Schonert; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Visitation Friday, December 4th, after 4:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 6:00 p.m. at...
Robert G. Insinger
Nov 28, 2015
age 74 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Longtime Funeral Director in the Omaha area. Preceded in death by parents Paul and Marcella Insinger. Survived by wife Lanette; daughters Jennifer Insinger and Stephanie (Aaron) Tompsett; grandchildren Jaden and Ella Tompsett; brother Paul (Wilma) Insinger. Visitation Thursday, December 3rd, 5:008:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Friday,December 4th, 10:00 a.m. at Mt....
Judith K. Herfel
Nov 27, 2015
age 68 years, of Papillion, Nebraska. Preceded in death by parents Alara and Bob Loecker; brother Raymond Loecker. Survived by husband Ken; children Jeff (Gina) Herfel, and Kim (Bryan) Michael; grandchildren Keone Berg, Kimo Herfel, Jennifer Wolfe, Danielle Wolfe, Taylor Wolfe; brother Bob (Joanne) Loecker; sisters Verletta (Chuck) Christensen, Eileen (Gary) Gamet, Peggy (Jim) Hughes; several nieces and nephews. Visitation...
Walter J. Welch,
Nov 26, 2015
age 81 years, of Omaha, NebraskaPreceded in death by wife Patricia; parents Walter Sr. and Vivian; infant sister Elizabeth Ann. Survived by children Linda (Nick) Keating, Laura (Rich Jr.) Mahacek, Donna (Amos) Kudirka; Larry (Melissa) Welch; grandchildren Michelle (Kurt), Tiana (Adam), Melissa, Joe (Liddy), Eric (Tabitha), Amber (Eric), Brandon, and Tristan; 6 great grandchildren; sister Mary Ann Aye; numerous nieces,...
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