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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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Eugene P. Graham,
Nov 25, 2015
age 62 years, of Omaha, Nebraska.Gene was born on December 21, 1952. He was a veteran of the Navy who loved to box in his early years. Preceded in death by H.P. Graham; sister, Barb Jones; daughter, Darnelle Ford-Thomas. Survived by his wife of 38 years Linda (Bey); children Wendy Ford-Licon (Edward), Mindy Ford-Faiman (Kelly), Eugene Geno mother, Gladys Elsasser;...
Russell F. Keplinger, Jr.
Nov 24, 2015
age 69 years, of Omaha, Nebraska Survived by wife Janet; daughter Amy (Mark) Stanek; son Andrew (Carrie) Keplinger; grandchildren Olivia, Isabel, Gillian, Ava, and Henry Stanek, Skylar Keplinger; sister Kate (John) McCord; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation with family at St. Columbkille Catholic Church - Papillion Monday, November 30th, beginning at 10:00 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass 11:00 a.m. at...
Emily Michelle Mason
Nov 23, 2015
age 25 years, of Omaha, Nebraska.Preceded in death by grandmother Letha Koelzer. Survived by son Beckham Norman Bagwell; parents Scott and Mitzi Mason; sister Jessica Mason; brother Montana Mason; niece Presley Mason; grandfather Raymond Koelzer; grandmother Candida Laney; grandfather Jim Laney; aunts, uncles and many cousins. Memorial Service Saturday, November 28th, 2:00 p.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.
Mitchell Lee Labenz
Nov 23, 2015
age 55 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Preceded in death by mother Verna Labenz; brothers David and Anthony. Survived by wife Glenda; children Josh (Lindsay), Jordan, and Jamie Caniglia; grandchildren Joshua and Ava; father Gerald; brother Michael (Kara) Labenz; many nieces and nephews. Visitation at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church (32nd Avenue and Frances St.) Thursday, November 26th after 5:00...
Busuku Lazaro
Nov 22, 2015
age 104 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Survived by Dafrose Ndarusanoiyabandi, Francine Mbalimwombazi, Sylvestre Kabilaba, Agnes Barakamfitiye, Drocelle Ndekatubane, Froduard Ndenzako. Visitation at St. Cecilia Cathedral (40th and Burt Streets) Monday, November 30th, after 10:00 a.m. with Funeral Mass 11:15 a.m. at St. Cecilia Cathedral. Interment Calvary Cemetery.
Frances H. Norton (Jensen)
Nov 19, 2015
age 91 years, of Omaha, Nebraska.Preceded in death by her husband Robert E. NortonSurvived by sister Lorraine Cenovich; nieces, nephews, and cousins.Mass of Christian Burial at Saint Stanislaus Catholic Church - Omaha, Nebraska. Entombment Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum II - Omaha.
Janina B. "Jenny" Wzorek
Nov 18, 2015
age 81 years, of Omaha, Nebraska Retired long-time employee of Joe Tess Restaurant Survived by husband Ted; sons Ted (Karen), Bob, and Tom (Marcy); grandchildren Robert, Thomas, Michael, Natalie, and Sarahall of Omaha; sister Helena Proszowskiof Poland. Visitation Sunday, November 22nd 1:003:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, November 23rd, 10:00...
Lesia Ann Nordell (Bowman)
Nov 17, 2015
age 57 years, of Ralston, Nebraska Preceded in death by sister Rhonda Sue Bowman Podkovich. Survived by daughter and son-in-law Jodi and Jordan Runnels; "Gigi" to grandson Ethan; grandpuppy Lili; parents Rod and Uretta Bowman; fianc Dave Robinson; nephew Chad Podkovich; great nephews Byron and Brock Podkovich Visitation Friday, November 20th, 5:007:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Saturday,...
Margaret J. "Peg" Sykora (Addison)
Nov 16, 2015
age 81 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. The 4th eldest of 10 children born to Chester and Lucille (Balda) Addison. Peg began working in high school riding the bus from South Omaha to Boys Town every day to help support her family. Married James in December 1950, a stay- at- home wife and mother to their 3 daughters. Through these years...
Kathryn Ann Madej (Matyja)
Nov 16, 2015
age 91 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Preceded in death by husband Thaddeus; parents Catherine and John Matyja; 7 brothers and 2 sisters.Survived by sons Robert (Diane), Raymond, Ronald (Deborah), Kenneth (Sandra) Madejall of Omaha; daughter-in-law Mary Jo Madej; 13 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; sisters Margaret Von Tersch - Omaha, Lucille (John) StaroskaRomeoville, IL; sisters-in-law Shirley Matyja and Rose Marie Foster;...
Eugene W. Schaecher
Nov 4, 2015
age 91 years, of Omaha, Nebraska Preceded in death by wife Berniece; parents George and Mary; brothers Roland, George and Lawrence. Survived by sons Doug (Cindy), Greg (Cindi), and Pat (Chris); grandchildren Cori (David), Karen, Shanna (Tony), Adam (Angie), Gina (Justin), Tamra; 11 great grandchildren. Visitation Sunday, November 8th, 2:004:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home....
Margaret J. Neill
Nov 4, 2015
age 78 years, of Omaha, NebraskaSurvived by sons Kevin (Danielle) and Pete (Carla) Neill; grandchildren Jordan, Patrick, Andrea, and Mikayla; step-grandchildren Brianna Cavalieri, Danielle Kirgan, and Caitlin Kirgan. Memorial Service Monday, November 9th, 7:00 p.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel.
Jim S. Marco
Oct 30, 2015
age 72 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Preceded in death by parents Lawrence and Mary Marco; brothers Sonny, Jerry, Johnny, and Delbert; sisters Sarah, Laura, Kelly, and Margie. Survived by wife Linda; daughters Michelle (David) Hanson and Shane (Michael) Russell; grandchildren Lee, Louis, Chloe, and Mikie; great granddaughter Leah; brothers Charlie, Frank, and Danny Marco; sisters Mary Curtis, Sharon Szulewski, and...
Elizabeth Ann Gulzow (Lechner)
Oct 30, 2015
age 94 years, of Papillion, Nebraska Born in Grand Island, NE on August 15, 1921, the daughter of Edward W. Lechner and Meta (Pepper) Lechner, she passed away at the Papillion Manor, Papillion, NE. She attended school in Grand Island graduating from Grand Island High School in 1939. After graduation she worked for the telephone company as an operator and...
Helen A. Greene
Oct 25, 2015
age 94, of Omaha, NebraskaPreceded in death by husband Charles Max Greene; brothers Bernie, Popeye, and George Houfek; sister Dorothy Van Sant. Survived by children Chuck (Charlene), Larry (Andrea), Nancy (Denny) Ryan; 4 granddaughters, 3 grandsons, 5 great grandsons; special cousin Jimmy (Donna) Houfek; daughter-in-law Pam Greene many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, October 28th, after 5:00 p.m. with...
Cathy A. Hinsdale
Oct 25, 2015
age 68 years, of La Vista, Nebraska. Preceded in death by parents William Stephens and Dollie Williams. Survived by children Kenneth (Tracy) and Robert (Jodi) Hinsdale; grandchildren Kara, Nathan, and Nolan Hinsdale. Visitation Thursday, October 29th, 5:00 -7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral Service Friday, October 30th, 10:00 a.m. Bethany Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Yoselin Deleon
Oct 24, 2015
age 21 years, of Bellevue, Nebraska.Visitation at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church (23rd and O Streets) begins Tuesday, October 27th, at 5:00 p.m. with Vigil Service 7:00 p.m. at the church. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, October 28th, 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
John S. Stankawich
Oct 22, 2015
age 64 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. John had a long and fulfilling career with Raders Office Supply for over 25 years. This was followed by 19 years with Service Corporation International. John was loved by his many long-time friends, and known for his big heart, bigger than life good natured personality and integrity. He will be sincerely missed by many....
Donald L. Dirks
Oct 20, 2015
age 69 years, of Omaha, Nebraska. Preceded in death by brother Jim McDowell. Survived by wife Sharon; children C.J. Dirks and Don Slick (Tina) Dirks; 3 grandsons; sister Jill McDowell; brothers Jack McDowell and Paul McDowell. 50 year member of Boilermakers Local Lodge #83 of Kansas City and life member of Vietnam Vets Motorcycle Club of Iowa. Celebration of Life...
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