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Jessie retired December 15, 1996
Jessie J. Perryman
Perryman, Jessie J.
Age 73 – Dec 22, 2013
Preceded in death by parents; son, Gregory J. Perryman; 2 brothers; and 7 sisters. Survived by son, Allen (Dedra) Perryman of Woodbury, MN; brother, L.K. (Elreno) Perryman of Le Moore, CA; sister, Eva Richardson of Pine Bluff, AR; grandchild, Winston J. Perryman of Woodbury, MN; nieces; nephew; and other relatives.
VIEWING 6-8pm on Friday at Mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am on Saturday at Bethel Baptist Church, 5318 S. 30th St. Interment, Forest Lawn Cemetery.
THOMAS FUNERAL HOME
3920 N. 24th St. 402-453-7111
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Dec. 26 to Dec. 27, 2013
Gene noted that Alta retired from the Works in 1986.
Alta J. McPheeters
McPheeters, Alta J.
Apr 9, 1921 – Dec 14, 2013
Preceded in death by husband, Wesley McPheeters; parents, Herbert and Omega Jones; sisters, Leucille Glover and Opal Hill; son, Richard G. McPheeters and daughter-in-law, Shirley; grandson, Robert. Survived by sons, Joseph W. (Carol) and Dale (Judy) McPheeters; grandchildren, Heidi, Scott, Jody, and Wade; 5 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; many nieces and nephews; special friend, Zelma Brazeel. Retired from Western Electric and enjoyed needlework, knitting, and collecting cook books. She also loved cooking for family gatherings.
FUNERAL SERVICE Thursday 11am at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home. VISITATION Wednesday 4-8pm with family receiving friends 5-7pm at the funeral home.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Dec. 17 to Dec. 18, 2013
Walter retired from the Works on 12/31/1986
Walter J. Ross
Ross, Walter J.
Feb 18, 1928 – Dec 13, 2013
Age 85. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana; retired from Western Electric after 34 years. Survived by wife, Laura Ross; children: Sandy Watson (Patrick), Randy Ross (Debbie), and Ron Ross; 5 grandchildren. The family would like to thank the health care providers of Bergan Mercy Hospital for their compassionate care. CELEBRATION OF LIFE Saturday, 1pm, West Center Chapel. Private Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Dec. 15 to Dec. 20, 2013
Retired July 2, 1999. Jim was an electrician.
James L. “Jim” Detwiler
Detwiler, James L. “Jim”
Oct 17, 1936 – Dec 13, 2013
Preceded in death by parents, Earl Detwiler and Hermine Hall; in-laws, Joe and Bess Van Ryckeghem; sister Jody Van Ryckeghen; and granddaughter Amanda Detwiler. Survived by wife Sarah; daughters, Jolynn Kaczmarek (Leonard), Kim Williams (Steve), and Lisa McColley (Mark); sons, Jim (Anne), Joe (Tess), and John (Caralee); grandchildren, Lenny (Sarah), Kari (Chad), Eric (Ashton), Nate, Adam, Leslie, Derrin, Kayla, Joelle, Trevin, and Cameron; great grandchildren, Hadley, Brinley, Nevaeh, Johnny, Delbert, Will, and Bailey; in-laws, Joan Jansen (Con), Marie Kettle (Jim), and Lou Van Ryckeghem (Judy); and many other loving relatives.
VISITATION begins Tuesday at 5pm, with WAKE SERVICE at 7pm, all at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. FUNERAL Wednesday at 10:30am at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. Memorials to Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Endowment Fund.
KORISKO LARKIN STASKIEWICZ
FUNERAL HOME
5108 “F” St. 402-731-1234
www.klsfuneralhome.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Dec. 15 to Dec. 17, 2013
Colleen retired from the Works on 2/13/1992
Husband, Roby, passed in June of 2013.
Colleen F. Lamb
Lamb, Colleen F.
Age 73
Syracuse, NE. Survived by children, Kevin Lamb of Otoe, NE and best friend April Hall of Syracuse, Kurtis Lamb and wife Iris of Cedar Creek, NE, and Keri Hall and husband Eddie of Louisville, NE; step-daughter, Susan Lamb of Lincoln, NE; 7 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and siblings, Arlene Voges and husband Larry of Jacksonville, FL, Merlin Kastens and wife Diane, Harlan, IA, and Betty Bennett and husband Johnny of Syracuse.
FUNERAL SERVICE Monday, December 16, 11am at First Luther Church (North Branch) Rural Avoca, NE. VISITATION Sunday, December 15, 9am-9pm, with family Greeting friends 6-8pm at the Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences to www.fusselmanallenharvey.com
FUSSELMAN-ALLEN-HARVEY
FUNERAL HOME
644 Park Street, Syracuse, NE
402-269-2441
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Dec. 15, 2013
Herbert L. Bass Sr.
Bass, Herbert L., Sr.
Age 83 – Dec 9, 2013
Preceded in death by wife, Lee Margaret; son, Herbert Jr. Survived by daughters, Antia, Tricia, Velma; brother, Wallace, Clinton, MO; a host of other relatives and friends.
VISITATION 6-8pm Sunday, Mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Monday, Mt. Calvary Community Church, 5112 Ames Ave. Military Honors.
THOMAS FUNERAL HOME
3920 N. 24th St. 402-453-7111
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Dec. 13 to Dec. 15, 2013
Margaret A. Rutledge
Rutledge, Margaret A.
Nov 23, 1928 – Dec 4, 2013
Bellevue. Preceded in death by parents, Harvey and Mae Miller; grandsons, Jacob Batchelor and Dustin Rutledge. Survived by children, Doug, Amarillo, TX; Dennis and wife Stephanie, Bellevue; Denise Batchelor, McCallister, OK; Debra and husband Phillip VanGoethen, Olathe, KS; Dawn and husband Lyle Sterba, Bellevue; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother, Richard Miller and wife Patricia, Omaha.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE Saturday, December 7, 10am at Bellevue Cemetery, Bellevue. In lieu of flowers, Memorials to Josie Harper Hospice House, 7415 Cedar St. Omaha, NE 68124.
BELLEVUE MEMORIAL CHAPEL
Heafey-Heafey-Hoffmann
Dworak-Cutler
2202 Hancock St Bellevue 402-291-5000
www.bellevuefuneralchapel.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2013
Retired 6-27-1981
Larry Hotchkiss
Hotchkiss, Larry
Age 91
Omaha. Survived by children, Carrol Mills, Laurie Ridenour, Kerry Hotchkiss; brother Donald Hotchkiss.
MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at 12:30pm at 2606 E Street, Omaha NE. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Dec. 10, 2013
Delores Tesnohildek
Tesnohlidek, Delores M.
Feb 16, 1931 – Dec 5, 2013
Preceded in death by her loving husband, Jerry, after 40 plus years of marriage; parents; sister, Shirley Prusha; and brother, Robert Eyman Jr. Delores was the first of three children born to Marie and Robert Eyman, Sr. She spent her childhood in the Brown Park area of Omaha. She married Jerry J. Tesnohlidek. They moved to Bellevue, NE, where they raised their 2 sons, Gary and Rob. As her health failed, she moved to an assisted living apartment. In addition to being a devoted wife and mother, she loved being Megan, Laura and Grant Tesnohlidek’s grandmother. That joy was multiplied this past year when her great grandson, Grayson was born to Grant and his wife Jenny. Delores worked at Western Electric for several years, then became a hairdresser, continuing to serve her clients in her home salon into her seventies. She enjoyed ceramics, painting, and was well known for her Czech baking, a skill she taught to her daughters-in-law, Sharon and Nancy, and shared with family, friends, and neighbors. She was a member of Avery Presbyterian Church. In addition to her immediate family, she is survived by her sister-in-law, Ann Eyman; and several nieces and nephews.
Family will Receive friends on Monday, December 9, 5-7pm at Bellevue Memorial Chapel, Bellevue. FUNERAL SERVICE on Tuesday, December 10, at 11am at Bellevue Memorial Chapel, Bellevue. Interment in Bellevue Cemetery, Bellevue. BELLEVUE MEMORIAL CHAPEL
Heafey-Heafey-Hoffmann
Dworak-Cutler
2202 Hancock St Bellevue 402-291-5000
www.bellevuefuneralchapel.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Dec. 7 to Dec. 10, 2013
This email informs you of the passing of Harold, Hal, Olsen. Although he was employed with Pinkerton Security, he worked full time at the Omaha Works. Many of us worked with Hal on a regular basis.
Harold L. Olsen
Olsen, Harold J.
(Marshall)
MSgt USAF (Ret)
Jan 16, 1932 – Dec 7, 2013
Omaha NE. Preceded in death by his father John J. Marshall; mother Elizabeth Olsen and Victor Olsen; son-in-law John Boyce. Survived by his wife of 60 years, Jeannette Olsen; children: Sandy and Angelo Barillari of Oregon, John and Anita Olsen, Mark and Debra Olsen, grandchildren: Jared Boyce, Tori Boyce, Portland, OR, Shala (Dave) Leggett, Doug (Cinda) Kirk, David (Natasha) Kirk, Dana Olsen; great grandchildren: Jayven, Malena, Dylan, Drew and Holiday, all of Omaha.
VISITATION Wednesday 1-8pm with the family receiving friends from 6-8pm with a Wake Service at 7pm all at the Kahler-Dolce Mortuary, Papillion, NE. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Thursday 10am at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 7600 S. 42nd St., Bellevue, NE 68147. Interment Hillcrest Cemetery, Omaha, NE. Memorials to be directed by the family. KAHLER DOLCE
441 N. Washington St. Papillion, NE
402-339-3232
www.kahlerdolcemortuary.com
Virgil retired December 20, 1991
Virgil V. Orso Sr.
Orso, Virgil V., Sr.
Feb 10, 1932 – Nov 24, 2013
Preceded in death by wife, Jean Orso; parents, Antonio and Leonilde Orso; brother, George Orso; sisters, Louise Forsberg, Emma Gainer, Lena Kemper; nephew, Claude Metcalf. Survived by sons and daughter-in-law, Virgil V. Orso, Jr., Brian S. and Melody Orso; grandchildren, McCalla, Sonja, Scott and Brett Orso; great grandson, Sage Orso; numerous nieces and nephews.
GATHERING Saturday 10am at the John A. Gentleman 72nd St. Chapel. Interment Evergreen Memorial Park. VISITATION Friday 5-7pm at 72nd St. Chapel. Memorials to St. Jude Hospital. VIEWING begins Friday 3pm at the 72nd St. Chapel.
JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Nov. 25 to Nov. 30, 2013
Gene retired January 13, 1996
Eugene A. Lake
Lake, Eugene A.
Jun 24, 1935 – Nov 21, 2013
Survived by wife of 57 years, Ruth M. Lake; daughters, Vicki Littler (Brian) and Rita Lake; grandsons, Dean and John Littler.
The family will receive friends Sunday, 5-7pm, with VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm at the West Center Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Monday, 10am, St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 15353 Pacific. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery with military rites by Benson VFW Post 2503. Memorials will be directed by the family.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Nov. 22, 2013
Gary J. Ward
Ward, Gary J.
May 24, 1943 – Nov 16, 2013
Omaha. Survived by sons, Jim (Aimee) Ward, Jeff (Cori) Ward; daughters, Jill (Dave) Bruckner, Jennifer Ward; grandchildren, Raegan, Nash, Josh, Max, Trevor, Olivia and Alyssandra; sisters, Cheryl Wyler, Carol (Dick) Singer. Preceded in death by wife Patricia; parents, Philip and Ann; and brother Phil.
RECEPTION with family 6-8pm Thursday at Mortuary. MEMORIAL SERVICE 10am Friday at Roeder Mortuary, 108th Street Chapel. Private Family Interment. Memorials to American Heart Association .
ROEDER MORTUARY – 108th St. Chapel
2727 North 108th St. 402-496-9000
www.RoederMortuary.com
George, Lorine was a payroll clerk for Western Electric and Lucent for quite a few years. According to the paper she had 15 brothers and sisters. I remember her saying she was from a large family. It said she was 77. Ron
Lorine Goynes
Goynes, Lorine P.
Age 77 – Nov 14, 2013
Survived by husband: Lonnie Goynes; son: Tovey Goynes; daughter: Gail (Bobby) Polk; brothers: Porter ( Maggie), Charles (Tonya), Omaha, Louis Pittman, Jerry (Marie) Pierce, CA; sisters: Ella Holland, Berniece Jones, Barbara Pittman, Patricia Carey, Omaha, Renee Pena, CA, Faye (William III) Henry, NY, Phyllis Pittman, TX, Judy (John) Pittman-Simmons, GA, Gracie Powell, MN, Dianne (Charles) Hood, NJ, Debra Crume, TN; grandchildren: Kiana, Tiffany, Nikole, LaLani, Tennile, Aaron, Tyree; great-grandchildren, daughter-in-law: Sandy (Bruce) Goynes; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
VIEWING 4-8pm Tuesday, Mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 1pm Wednesday, Shiloh Christian Worship Center, 1501 N 33rd St., Omaha, NE 68111. Interment: Forest Lawn Cemetery.
THOMAS FUNERAL HOME
3920 N. 24th St. 402-453-7111. I telephoned the funeral home. The viewing is this afternoon, 19 NOV 13 and the funeral tomorrow, the 20th of November, 2013
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Nov. 19, 2013
Bob retired November 30, 2003
Robert L. “Bob Belik
Belik, Robert L. “Bob”
Age 70
Yutan, NE. Died November 8, 2013. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Rosann (Veskrna) of Yutan; his daughters, Rachelle and Lance Jacobs, Elkhorn, NE, and Rhonda Corliss, Omaha; 5 wonderful grandchildren, Joel Nelson, Lincoln, NE, Jerod Nelson, Yutan, and Ashley, Cameryn, and Branden Corliss, all of Omaha; 2 step-granddaughters, Alyssa and Julia Jacobs, Lincoln; 2 bro-thers, Marvin Belik, Mesa, AZ, and Ernest and Jeanette Belik, Washington, NE; brother-in-law, Don and Norma Veskrna, Wahoo, NE, sister-in-law, Arlene and Larry Toombs, Lincoln; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, cousins, and friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE 10:30am on Tuesday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Yutan. Interment, Hollst Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION 4-8pm Monday at the Church, with PRAYER SERVICE at 7:45pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family to be used at their discretion at a later date. Condolences to: www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com
REICHMUTH FUNERAL
Victor A. Volkart
Volkart, Victor A., Jr.
August 28, 1934 – October 23, 2013
Age 79
Omaha. Died Wednesday, October 23, 2013 in Elkhorn, NE. Mr. Volkart was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Cathy; daughter Tiffany; grandson Peyton; and many friends. Memorials can be made to The American Lung Association .
VISITATION will be Tuesday October 29th from 5-7pm with a 6pm Rosary, all at the Crosby-Kunold-Burket Funeral Home. Inurnment will be 10:30am Wednesday, October 30, at the Evergreen Cemetery.
CROSBY BURKET SWANSON GOLDEN
Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Rd.
www.crosby-burket.com
Thomas Robbins
Robbins, Thomas
Age 74
Manley, NE. Died Saturday, October 19th, 2013 at his residence. Tom was born in Louisville, NE on February 10, 1939, to Tom and Verona (Morris) Robbins. He was preceded in death by his parents; and first wife, Charlotte Hitt. Tom is survived by wife, Linda (Luellen) Robbins; two daughters, Michelle (Calvin) Petersen, Manley, Kathy (Wayne) Spangler, Manley; two sons, Tim (Mary) Robbins, Cedar Creek, NE, Todd Robbins, Louisville; two step-sons, Greg (Judy) Sjogren, Manley, Tim Sjogren, Louisville; sisters, Carol and Judy Robbins, Louisville; thirteen grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; aunt, Lorraine Hostetter, Papillion; and his beloved dogs, Beau and Valerie.
MEMORIAL SERVICE 10:30am Wednesday, October 23rd, at Murray Christian Church, with Pastor Larry Hammons officiating. Condolences to:www.hammonsfs.com
HAMMONS FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES
207 West H Street, Weeping Water
402-267-5544
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Oct. 22 to Oct. 23, 2013
Carl M. Schrum
Schrum, Carl M.
Aug 8, 1920 – Oct 12, 2013
Survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Leota; daughter, Carlene (Richard) Cieko; son, Dennis (Debbie) Schrum; sister, Margaret (Rodney) Weeth; grandchildren, Dan Steimer, Pay Lay, Jennifer Schulz, and Natalie Hein; and 8 great grandchildren.
CELEBRATION of Carl’s Life on Thursday, October 17, 11am at Faith Westwood United Methodist Church, 4814 Oaks Ln., Omaha. Memorials to the Church, or VFW Post #8334 To leave a condolence, visit www.bramanmortuary.com
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144 St. 402-895-3400
Lloyd retired February 10, 1988
Lloyd H. Parker
Parker, Lloyd H.
September 12, 2013 2:32 am • By the Lincoln Journal Star
Lloyd H. Parker, 86, of Lincoln, formerly of Papillion, died at Tabitha Health Care on September 7, 2013. He was born May 30, 1927 in Joplin, Mo. to Daniel and Sadie Parker. Navy Seabee in WWII, retired from Western Electric in Millard, Neb. Lloyd was a resident at Clark Jeary Retirement Community.
Lloyd is survived by son & daughter-in-law, Daniel and Catherine Parker, Lincoln; daughter, Diane Aylsworth, Empire, Mich.; sister and brother-in-law, Mary and George Ardery, Papillion; four grandsons; ten great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandson. He is preceded in death by wife, Helen; parents; two brothers; and two sisters.
Graveside service will be Friday, September 13, 2013 at 2 p.m., Lincoln Memorial Park, 6800 So. 14th St. Guests please meet at the funeral home at Gate 3 at 1:45 p.m. Cremation, no visitation. Memorials in lieu of flowers to Horizon Methodist Church. Condolences may be left online at www.lincolnfh.com
Naomi retired November 12, 1991
Naomi Blazka
Blazka, Naomi
October 23, 1933 – August 10, 2013
Omaha, Nebraska
Naomi Blazka age 79 years of Omaha
Proceeded by Son Gene Blazka
Survived by husband Frank Blazka, Grandson John (Jaimie) Blazka and Great Grandson Jaxan Blazka
Funeral Service Friday, August 16, 2013 at 11:00AM at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home
Visitation Thursday 3-8:00PM with family receiving friends from 6-8:00PM at the funeral home
Interment at Calvary Cemetery, Lincoln, Nebraska
http://westlawnhillcrest.tributes.com/our_obituaries/Naomi-Blazka-96239691
Julius retired from the Works on 7/1/1994
Julius V. Sonderman
Sonderman, Julius V.
Feb 3, 1933 – Oct 12, 2013
Preceded in death by parents, John and Josephine (Stessman) Sonder-man; sisters, Olive Nebel, Barbara Luebbert, and Joan Wilkinson; and granddaughter, Bridget Lynn Sonder-man. Survived by wife, Carolyn; children, Dennis (Deb) Sonderman, Michael Sonderman, Dr. John (Mary) Sonderman, Maureen (Dr. George) Emodi, Kathleen (Matt) McKay, and Colleen (John) Corrigan; grandchildren, Connor and Claire Sonderman, Katelyn, Olivia, Joe, and Will Sonder-man, Matthew, Maggie, Michael, and Andrew Emodi, Bridget and Mary Kate McKay, and Neave, Nora, and Sean Corrigan; brothers and sister, Charles and John Sonderman, and Rosemary (Art) Bowditch; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Frank Luebbert, Wayne Wilkinson, Don and Teresa Luebbert, and Dennis and Pat Gilmore; numerous nieces and nephews.
VISITATION begins Wednesday 4pm at Mary Our Queen Catholic Church, with WAKE SERVICE at 6:30pm. MASS of CHRISTIAN BURIAL Thursday 10:30am at Mary Our Queen Catholic Church. Interment, Resurrection with full Military Honors. Family suggests memorials to: Mary Our Queen Catholic School Tuition Fund.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Oct. 14 to Oct. 16, 2013
Sharon Lynn Neiderheiser
Neiderheiser, Sharon Lynn
Age 81
LaVista. Preceded in death by husband Bob Neiderheiser. Survived by children, Kathi Williams, Karen (Richard) Nelson, Patty Neiderheiser, Bob (Jill) Neiderheiser; 10 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; sister Charlotte (Richard) Davidson. Memorials suggested Judson Baptist Church.
FUNERAL SERVICE Friday, October 11, 2013 at 10am at Judson Baptist Church, 8517 Park View Blvd., LaVista, NE. VISITATION Thursday 6-8pm at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home. Interment at Westlawn Hillcrest Memorial Park. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from October 9 to October 10, 2013
Lee F. Maschka
Maschka, Lee F.
Jan 29, 1926 – Oct 1, 2013
Preceded in death by wife, Louise A. (D’Agosta) Maschka. Survived by daughter, Sandra Maschka of Omaha; son, David Maschka (Kathy) of St. Helena Island, SC; brothers: Ronnie Maschka of Carlsbad, CA, Larry Maschka, Philip Maschka; sister, Mary (Maschka) Gottula, all of Omaha; many loving cousins, nephews and nieces.
The family will receive friends Friday, 6:30pm to 7pm at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 15353 Pacific, with VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm at the church. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Saturday, 10:30am, St. Wenceslaus Church. Interment, Calvary Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post #1. Memorials to American Cancer Society .
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from October 2 to October 5, 2013
Melvin retired 6-24-94
Melvin D. Lesinski
Lesinski, Melvin D.
Feb 8, 1934 – Sep 23, 2013
Preceded in death by wife, Joan M. Lesinski; son, Jeffrey; brothers: Fritz, Leonard, and Daniel. Survived by sons: Charles Prell (Marrianne), Michael Prell (Gina), and David Melvin Lesinski (Kimberly); daughters: Darlene Reinolt (Butch), Jeanette Santomieri (David), and Mary Ellen Bradley (Mark); grandchildren and great-grandchildren; friend-in-heart, Anne Gregg.
The family will receive friends Friday, 6-8pm at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 5815 Oak Hills Drive, with VIGIL SERVICE at 8pm at the church. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Saturday, 10am, St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Entombment Calvary Mausoleum. Memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from September 24 to September 28, 2013
Richard led the Omaha Works Incipient Fire Team for many years. Richard’s team was to get to the fire scene on the property before the city’s fire department.
Richard J. Schmitz
Schmitz, Richard J.
Nov 22, 1944 – Sep 12, 2013
Papillion, NE. Former Chief of the Papillion Volunteer Fire Department; retired from Lucent Technologies. Preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Dora Schmitz; nieces, Kari Williams and Kim Beasley; and brothers-in-law, Bob Stander and Bob Jones. Survived by his wife, Pam; sons and daughter-in-law, Stephen and Shelley Schmitz, Papillion, and David Schmitz, Houston, TX; grandson, Andrew Schmitz; granddaughters, Quinn Schmitz and Houston Minter-Claiborn; brothers, Robert (Annette) Schmitz, and Don (Barb) Schmitz; and sisters, Pat Stander, Linda (Al) Grube, and Rosemary (Kermit) Weiche.
VISITATION Monday 2-5pm at Mortuary. The family will Receive friends 6:30-8pm, with a WAKE SERVICE 7:30pm, all at St. Columbkille Catholic Church. MASS of CHRISTIAN BURIAL Tuesday 10:30am at St Columbkille Catholic Church, Papillion. Interment, Cedardale Cemetery, Papillion. Memorials to: the St. Jude’s Hospital; or St. Columbkille Catholic Church. KAHLER DOLCE
441 N. Washington St. Papillion, NE
402-339-3232
www.kahlerdolcemortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from September 14 to September 16, 2013
Lucy retired from the Works on 2/9/1989
Lucille Christiansen
Christiansen, Lucille
Lucille M. (Mishak) Christiansen, age 84, of Waterloo, NE, died 9-16-13. Preceded in death by husband Sam, and sons Jack and Kenneth Christiansen. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law: Stanley & Kathy of Humble, TX, and Sam & Mary of Omaha, daughter and son-in-law Monica & Dan Walters of Waterloo, NE, daughter-in-law Cheryel Christiansen of Bennington, NE, 15 Grandchildren and 35 great grandchildren, and her dog, Bubbles.
Memorial service 7 PM Friday with visitation one hour prior. Private inurnment at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Waterloo Fire and Rescue Squad.
http://reichmuthfuneralhomes.com
Reichmuth Funeral Homes, Elkhorn, NE
Michael W. DuRae,Sr.
DuRae, Michael W., Sr.
Age 72 – Sep 11, 2013
Omaha. Survived by children, Michael Jr. (Kathy), Mitchell, Tammy (Dave) Tadlock, Tracy DuRae, Teri (Joe) Prochaska, Tiffany (Jarod) Lane; 10 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sisters, Carol (Lyle) McFarland, Mary Sykora; 2 nephews and niece; former wife Dorothy Brown.
VISITATION Friday 6-8pm at the funeral home. FUNERAL SERVICE 9am Saturday Bethany Funeral Home Chapel. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from September 12 to September 13, 2013
Patrick retired from the Works on 8-31-2001
Patrick Tyrance Sr.
Tyrance Sr., Patrick
OMAHA, Neb. – Mr. Patrick H. Tyrance Sr., 67, of Omaha, Neb., entered into eternal rest and went home to be with our Lord, Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, in Charlotte, NC.
A home going celebration will be held Friday, Sept. 6, 2013, at Marvin AME Zion Church, 1525 Crane Road, Waxhaw, NC 28173. Viewing from 11 a.m. to noon at the church with the service immediately following. Interment is scheduled for 3 p.m. at Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, 1504 W. Sugar Creek Road, Charlotte,
NC 28262.
He is survived by Geraldine, his wife of 46 years; son, Patrick Jr. of Omaha, Neb.; daughter, Chinita of Charlotte, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Online condolences may be made to www.mcewenfs.com
Published in Jacksonville Daily News from September 4 to September 7, 2013
Richard L. “Tyke” Fenske
Fenske, Richard L. “Tyke”
Jan 5, 1936 – Aug 31, 2013
Council Bluffs. Proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force from 1955-1959. Worked at Lucent Technology for 42 years, retiring in 2002. Preceded by parents, David E. and Florence (Jensen) Fenske, Sr.; son, Richard Fenske, Jr. in 1960 and brother, Dave Fenske, Jr. in 1997. Survived by his wife of 58 years, Diane (Smith) Fenske, Co. Bluffs; daughter, Denise (Robert) Lewis, Omaha; special grandsons, Caleb and Riley Grosse-Rhode and Gavin Rice; brother, Steve (DeeDee) McCormick, Council Bluffs; nephews, Brian and Matthew McCormick, Chris Talcott and family; niece, Kim (Mike) Fitchet; grandniece, Taylor Fitchet; grandnephew, Dylan Fitchet.
VISITATION with the family, Wednesday, 6-8pm at Cutler-O’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Bayliss Park Chapel. GRAVESIDE SERVICE and burial, Thursday, 2:30pm in Ridgewood Cemetery. Full military honors will be tendered by the American Legion. Family and friends to meet at the funeral home on Thursday at 2pm for the procession to the cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Raptor Recovery at Fontanelle Forest in Bellevue, NE. In addition to the service, a CELEBRATION OF LIFE GATHERING will be held in Tyke’s honor at the Driftwood Inn on Sunday, September 8, 2013 from 1-4pm.
CUTLER-O’NEILL-MEYER-WOODRING
Bayliss Park Chapel
545 Willow Ave., Council Bluffs, IA
712-322-7779
Published in Omaha World-Herald from September 3 to September 4, 2013
Late Notice for Anthony P. “Tony” Jacobi
Tony retired from the Works on 2/9/1983
Anthony P. “Tony” Jacobi
Jacobi, Anthony “Tony” P.
Age 93
Ralston, NE. U.S Army WWII. Preceded in death by son, Jon Jacobi; brothers, Harvey and Wilfred Jacobi; and sisters, Mildred Hartsock and Hilda Classen. Survived by wife of 61 years, Shirley Jacobi; sons, Bradley (Kristin) Jacobi, Lance (Krista) Jacobi; grandchildren, Jenna Robbins, Mark Jacobi and Brandon Jacobi; and great grandchildren, Leland and Rory Jacobi.
Private Family Service. Interment in Westlawn Hillcrest Memorial Park.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on August 4, 2013
Jerry D. Hopkins
Hopkins, Jerry D.
8/14/1941 – 8/19/2013A Gathering of Friends will be held Friday, 5-8PM at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) to celebrate his life. Another celebration will be held at a later date.
HOPKINS, Jerry D. age 72 years of Omaha, passed away at home after many treatments for melanoma. He was born in Council Bluffs to Ray C. and Ioma Hopkins.
He graduated from the University of Nebraska Omaha in engineering, enjoyed rock hunting with the Nebraska Mineral and Gem Club and retired from Lucent, formerly Western Electric, at a young age. He had many interests and enjoyed the company of friends and family. He loved stories to tell, to hear, to read or to see. He enjoyed traveling, reading and conversation.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Nancy King; daughter, Jackie (Kenny) Graham; sons, Joe (Lori) Hopkins, and Nick; brother, Bob (Pat) Hopkins; sister, Linda (Floyd) Darnold; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Gathering of Friends will be held Friday, 5-8PM at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel) to celebrate his life. Another celebration will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorials can be directed to the donor’s choice.
LaVonne Stamp
Stamp, LaVonne
Age 76
Elkhorn, NE. Survived by husband Leroy; children, John and Linda Heffernan of Omaha, Jane and John Weber of Las Vegas, NV and Mark and Sheri Heffernan of Missouri Valley, IA; stepchildren, Greg and Diane Stamp of Hamilton, OH, Don and Audrey Stamp of Middleton, OH, Sharon and Dave McArdle of Omaha, Julie and Steve Miller of Des Moines, IA and Cheryl and Lynn Stohs of Marysville, KS; 16 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren; brother and sisters-in-law, Lloyd and Lois Petersen of Apple Valley, MN, Linda Petersen of Soldier, IA and Lois Jean Harris of Blair.
VISITATION with the family Friday from 5-8pm at the funeral home. MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday 10am at Bethany Lutheran Church in Elkhorn. Memorials to the church. Condolences to www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com REICHMUTH FUNERAL HOMES
21901 West Maple 402-289-2222
Published in Omaha World-Herald from August 15 to August 16, 2013
Maynard retired in 1989. He may have transferred from the Omaha Service Center to the Omaha Works.
Mayndard J. “MJ” Wanetka
Wanetka, Maynard J., “MJ”
Apr 21, 1934 – Jul 30, 2013
Preceeded in death by parents, Joseph and Mary. Survived by wife, Vivian Wanetka; children: Annette Wanek (James), Mike Wanetka (Lisa), and Scott Wanetka (Camille); 10 grandchildren; sisters: Marie Barkow (Percy), Katie Kneefe (Patrick), Bernadette Ziller (Anthony), Rose O’Brien (John), and Joan Keltgen (Chris); brothers, Harvey Wohnoutka (Dolores) and John Wohnoutka (Mary).
The family will receive friends Friday, 4:30pm to 6pm with VIGIL SERVICE at 6pm at the West Center Chapel. SERVICES Saturday, 9:30am, West Center Chapel to Christ the King Catholic Church for MASS at 10am. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to Christ the King Church or Methodist Estabrook Cancer Center.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK-CUTLER WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900 www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 31 to August 3, 2013
Bob retired August 25, 2000 from Lucent
Robert LeRoy “Bob” Baker
Baker, Robert LeRoy “Bob”
Robert “Bob” LeRoy Baker, age 76, of Council Bluffs, passed away July 14, 2013.
He was born May 28, 1937, in Rural Monona County, Iowa, to the late Jess and Sophie (Beth) Baker.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Eileen Cutler.
He is survived by his wife, Danielle “Pinky” Baker; sons, Kevin Baker, Jeff Baker and wife, DeAnna, Bryan Baker and wife, Rhonda; daughters, Barb Gilbert and husband, Bud, Michelle Ring and husband, Lyn; sister, Betty Crossley and husband, Leonard, Donna Collins and husband, Jake; brother, Harold Baker; 12 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and many other family and friends.
Visitation will be Wednesday, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be Thursday, at 11 a.m., at the Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home with a luncheon to follow.Memorials are suggested to East Side Christian Church.
Published in The Daily Nonpareil on July 17, 2013
James retired January 31, 2004 from Avaya.
We did not discover this oversight until the calling committee for the July meeting contacted Mrs. Parys.
James Joseph “Jim” Parys
Parys, James Joseph “Jim”
Apr 16, 1942 – Dec 26, 2012
Preceded in death by infant, Baby Parys; daughter, Carmen Parys; sister, Barbara Lukowski; and brother, Joseph Parys. Survived by his wife, Caroline Parys; children, Marty (Nicki) Parys, Valerie (Brent) Thorpe, Joseph (Sarah) Parys, and Carl (Katie) Parys; grandchildren, Cheyanne, Dakota, Sienna, Shelby, and Keeley Thorpe, and Isaac, Samuel, Abraham and Titus Parys; sisters, Mary Jane (Edward) Fiala, Jude (Charles) Catania, and Kathy (Jerry) Koraleski; brothers, John (Regina), Tom (Anita), and Robert (Grace) Parys; aunts, Helen Konan, and Helen Gondek; uncle, John (Ann) Obal; nieces and nephews.
SERVICES Monday 10am at the St. James Catholic Church. Interment, St. John Cemetery. VISITATION begins Sunday 6:30pm at the St. James Church, with WAKE SERVICE at 7:30pm. Memorials to Nebraskans United for Life; Sienna/Francis House; St. James Catholic Church; or the Bethlehem House.
JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St., 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from December 26 to December 30, 2012
He worked a 35 year career as a machinist for Western Electric/Lucent Technologies, retiring August 28, 2000.
James L. Richardson
Richardson, James L.
Aug 28, 1944 – Jul 13, 2013
Age 68 of Millard, NE. Jim served 3 years in the Army during Vietnam. Retired from Lucent with 35 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-father; brother-in-law Milton Ballard; and nephew David Richardson. Jim is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol; sons, Cliff (Wendy) Richardson, and Dan (Lisa) Richardson; daughter, Joan (Mike) Knott; 9 grandchildren; brother, Dean (Jeanette) Richardson; sister Carol Ballard; and many other family members and friends.
VISITATION Tuesday, July 16, 3-8pm, with family present after 5pm at Braman Mortuary Southwest Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE 10:30am Wednesday, July 17, at St. Thomas Lutheran Church, 17007 Q St. Memorials to the family for charities of their choice. To leave a condolence, visit: www.bramanmortuary.com
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144 St. 402-895-3400
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 14 to July 15, 2013
Aaron R. Head
Head, Aaron R.
Age 82
Lexington, TN. Passed away July 4, 2013. Survived by wife of 26 years, Julie; five daughters, Tonja Graves, Bobbie Sue McCarthy, Terri (Bill) Chapman, Anita (Ben) Higgins, Jaylee (Charlie) Zanker; stepchildren, Susan (Ken) Walker and Mark K. (Christy) Fellows; brother, Ralph (Clara) Head. 17 grandchildren; and 2 great grandchildren.
No Services.
Published in Omaha World-Herald on July 9, 2013
John R. Aksentowitz
Aksentowitz, John R.
Sep 21, 1921 – Jul 5, 2013
Omaha. Retired after 35 years with Western Electric. Preceded in death by grandson, Daniel Aksentowitz. Survived by wife of 56 years, Kathy Aksentowitz; his children, Larry Aksentowitz, Rhonda Paulsen and husband Dean, and Joe Aksentowitz and wife Lori Winter; 6 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.
VISITATION Tuesday 5-8pm, with a 7pm ROSARY SERVICE, all at Braman Mortuary, Southwest Chapel. CELEBRATION of LIFE Wednesday 10am at the Mortuary. Interment, Westlawn Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials can be directed to: Millard Good Samaritan Society; or St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Visit www.bramanmortuary.com to leave a condolence.
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144 St. 402-895-3400
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 7 to July 9, 2013
Bonnie F. Neiswanger
Neiswanger, Bonnie F.
Jun 28, 1926 – Jun 26, 2013
Omaha. Preceded in death by husband, Hank Neiswanger; sisters, Geraldine Berns, Mary Ellen Meyers, Darlene Foster. Survived by brother, Jake Feis; wife Lola; nieces, Diane Pohlman, husband Rick, JoAnn Berns; nephews, Donn Foster, wife Nadine, Mark Feis, wife Katherine, Robin and Billy Berns, Terry Meyers, wife Gayleen.
VISITATION Friday, 5-7pm at Braman Mortuary Southwest Chapel. CELEBRATION OF LIFE Saturday, 10am at the mortuary. GRAVESIDE SERVICE, Saturday, 1:30pm at Lincoln Memorial Park, Lincoln, NE. Memorials can be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association
Visit www.bramanmortuary.com to leave a condolence.
Don retired August 31, 2001 from the cabinet assembly area.
Donald J. Dilla
Dilla, Donald J.
Age 74 – Jun 27, 2013
Omaha. Preceded in death by wife Sandra and daughter Sami. Survived by children, Kathleen Valentine, Joel Dilla, Tony Dilla; step-children, Ivy Dow, Duane (Jennifer) Dow, Jeanne (Sam) Swanson; 7 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; 1 sister and many extended family members.
VISITATION Monday after 5pm with FUNERAL SERVICE 7pm at the funeral home. GRAVESIDE SERVICE Tuesday 11am Evergreen Cemetery, Beatrice, NE. Memorials requested to the LaVista Volunteer Fire Dept. or the Nebraska Humane Society.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from June 29 to July 1, 2013
Patricia C. Scott
SCOTT, Patricia C.
Nov 30, 1940 – Jun 19, 2013
Preceded in death by infant son, Craig; parents, Arthur and Vivian Pray; brother, William Pray. Survived by devoted and loving husband of 52 years, Richard L. Scott; children: Christopher Scott, Steven Scott (Michelle), and Laurie Scott (Michelle); grandchildren, Craig and Nicole; twin brother, Michael Pray; brother, Terry Pray and wife Teri; nieces and nephews; other relatives; many loving friends; beloved grand-dogs.
The family will receive friends Sunday, June 23rd from 3pm to 5pm with VIGIL SERVICE at 5pm at the West Center Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Monday, June 24th at 10am at St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Inurnment, Calvary Mausoleum.
Memorials are suggested to Arthritis Foundation or Craig Hospital Foundation.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK & CUTLER
Mortuaries and Crematories
7805 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
(402) 391-3900
George passed on Monday, June 17th. He retired November 15 1986. He worked in maintenance at the plant.
George Louis Ricker
Ricker, George Louis
Bonesteel, SD. Survived by his wife, JoAnn, Bonesteel; sons, Rick, Randy (Paula); daughters, Ranee and Kelly Ricker; and granddaughter, Jade Ricker, all of the Omaha area; brother, Mike Ricker, Iowa; sisters, Katherine (Ron) Iske, Gretna, and Dorothy (Herb) Mittlieder, Omaha; and many nieces and nephews.
VISITATION 5-7pm Friday at Campbell Aman Funeral Home with a PRAYER SERVICE at 6pm.
CAMPBELL-AMAN FUNERAL HOME
Blair, NE 402-426-2191
Published in Omaha World-Herald from June 20 to June 21, 201
Roby retired November 8, 1991 from the PMI Lab in 30 Bldg.
He passed on June 9, 2013.
Roby D. Lamb
Lamb, Roby D.
Age 80
Syracuse, NE. Survived by wife Colleen Lamb of Syracuse; children, Susan Lamb of Lincoln, NE; Kevin Lamb of Otoe, NE; Kurtis Lamb and wife Iris of Cedar Creek, NE; Keri Hall and husband Eddie of Louisville, NE; 7 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren.
FUNERAL SERVICE Friday, June 14 at 11am First Lutheran Church (North Branch) Rural Avoca, NE. VISITATION Thursday, June 13 from 9am until 9pm with family greeting friends from 6-8pm at the Funeral Home. Memorials may be directed to the family. Online condolences to www.fusselmanallenharvey.com
FUSSELMAN-ALLEN-HARVEY
FUNERAL HOME
Syracuse, NE 402-269-2441
Published in Omaha World-Herald on June 12, 2013
Donna Kerans
Kerans, Donna
Age 84
Cedar Creek, NE, formerly of Louisville, is survived by her sons, Daniel and wife Marilyn Kerans, of Louisville, NE, and Gerald Leon Kerans, of Louisville, NE; 6 grandchildren, Gary Kerans, Kim Sjogren, Nikki Beck (Jim), Jeff Kerans (Amy), Clinton Kerans (Elizabeth), Angie Dougherty (Justin); 14 great grandchildren; special niece Bonnie Curry; and dear family friend Gene Seevers. Worked for Lucent Technologies for 25 years.
FUNERAL SERVICES 10am Friday, May 24, 2013 at Christ Lutheran Church, Hwy 66 and 84th Street, East of Louisville, NE, with burial at Riverview Cemetery, Louisville, NE. Family suggest memorials to Christ Lutheran Church. VISITATION Thursday, May 23, 2013 from 12 noon until 9pm with the family at the funeral home from 6-8pm.
FUSSELMAN-ALLEN-HARVEY
FUNERAL HOME
413 Elm Street, PO Box 97
Louisville, NE 68037 402-234-3985
Published in Omaha World-Herald from May 22 to May 23, 2013
Donald Henry Netwig
Netwig, Donald Henry
Date of Birth:
Tuesday, March 1st, 1938
Date of Death:
Friday, May 3rd, 2013
Don worked in Cable on the lines with us and then went to Jacketing and then transferred to the Phoenix plant.
The funeral home web site states there is no service at his time.
http://www.falconerfuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/1577872/Netwig-Donald/service-details.php
Funeral Home:
Falconer Funeral Home
251 W. Juniper Ave.
Gilbert, Arizona, UNITED STATES
85233
Shirley Michel
Michel, Shirley
October 19, 1946 – May 8, 2013
Shirley was born to Clarence and Ruby (Vickers) Michel on October 19, 1946 in Auburn, Nebraska. She grew up in Auburn and Fremont and received her education in the Fremont public schools.
She retired from Western Electric after 25 years of employment there.
Survivors: daughter – Jayme ‘Brenda’ and husband James Hughes of Phoenix, Ariz.
2 brothers – Ron Michel of Lincoln
Jim Eads of Gravois Mills, Missouri
6 sisters – Donna Schwenck of Omaha
Judy Michel of Blair
Vineta Knudsen of Blair
Patricia Barley of Las Vegas, Nevada
Bobbi Collins of Fremont
Melody Eads of Columbus
4 granddaughters
4 great grandchildren
Shirley was preceded in death by her parents.
A memorial service will held at the Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont on Monday (May 13th) at 2 PM. There is no visitation.
online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Stephen retired from Avaya September 1, 2003
Stephen N. Merrill
Merrill, Stephen N.
Aug 30, 1942 – May 3, 2013
Employed at Western Electric/Avaya for 39 years. Preceded in death by parents, Gordon and Anne Merrill; and brother, Michael. Survived by wife, Linda; son, Eric (Sherry); daughters, Theresa, Elizabeth, and Michelle, all of Omaha; 5 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews.
SERVICES Tuesday 10:30am at Holy Cross Church. Interment, Calvary Cemetery. VISITATION Monday with family 6-7pm, with WAKE SERVICE at 7pm at the 72nd St. Chapel. VIEWING Monday after 2pm at the 72nd St. Chapel, then resumes Tuesday after 9:30pm until Service at the Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials to masses.
JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from May 3 to May 6, 2013
Terry retired November 16, 2000
Terry F. Price
Price, Terry F.
Age 67
Ashland, NE. Survived by wife Vicki Price, Ashland; daughter Teri Price and special friend Scott Knipp, Louisville, NE; stepchildren, Don and Tandra Miner, Granger, IA, Joni Langfeldt and special friend Scott Price, Elmwood, NE; grandchildren, Alyssa and Tori Lentz, Mackenzie Miner, Nick and Nolan Langfeldt, Taylor Knipp; sisters, Janet Alley, Gretna, NE, Marla and Mark Zimmerman, Springfield, NE; beloved companion Maggie Mae.
SERVICES 10:30am Thursday, May 2 Immanuel Lutheran Church, Louisville, NE. VISITATION Wednesday, May 1 9am-9pm with family greeting friends from 6-8pm at the Funeral Home. Interment Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. Memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church. Online condolences to: www.fusselmanallenharvey.com
FUSSELMAN-ALLEN-HARVEY
FUNERAL HOME
Louisville, NE 402-234-3985
Published in Omaha World-Herald from April 30 to May 1, 2013
Dwight W. “Dewey” Ehrenberg
Ehrenberg, Dwight W. “Dewey”
Oct 7, 1931 – Apr 7, 2013
Preceded in death by his parents, George and Arietta Ehrenberg; his infant sister; granddaughter, Erin Elledge; and great-granddaughter, Isabella Dyke. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Helen; son, Steven; daughters: Jean Ehrenberg, Linda Ingram (Tim), Susan Moulton (Richard), Judy Elledge (Dennis); six grandchildren; one great-grandson.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE Friday, April 19 at 6pm at the West Center Chapel. MEMORIAL MASS Saturday, April 20 at 10am at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 6116 Dodge. Private Interment, Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Intellectual Disabilities Advocates of Nebraska http://idan.drupalgardens.com or Children’s Respite Care Center www.crccomaha.org
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from April 9 to April 19, 2013
Bonnie retired May 21, 1999 and moved to Vine Grove, KY.
THE MEADE COUNTY MESSENGER, BRANDENBURG, KENTUCKY THURSDAY, MARCH 21, 2013
BONNIE JEAN NEDEAU
Bonnie Jean Nedeau, 73, Flaherty, died March 2, 2013, at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown. She was born Jan. 19, 1940, in Shannon City, Iowa, to Bonnie Jean Nedeau, 73, Flaherty, died March 2, 2013, at Hardin Memorial Hospital in Elizabethtown. She was born Jan. 19, 1940, in Shannon City, Iowa, to Melvin J. and Hazel Marie Ruckman.
Mrs. Nedeau is survive.d by her husband, Ronald Nedeau, Flaherty; two children, Randall G. Kleinbeck of Oregon, and Lorrie Kleinbeck-Southhall, Vine Grove; two grandchildren, Aaron (Sara) Ross, and James Robert Southall; and three great-grandchildren, Paige, Kayla and Dante.
Cremation was chosen by the family. Coffey & Chism Funeral Home in Vine Grove was entrusted with the arrangements.
Condolences can be left online at www.coffeyandchism.com
Myrtle retired October 28th, 1991.
Myrtle D. Mejstrik
Mejstrik, Myrtle D.
Mar 4, 1937 – Mar 29, 2013
Preceded in death by husband, Robert Frank Mejstrik; and parents, Alfred and Ida Doescher. Survived by children, Wendy Mullen (Michael), Randall (Susan), Robert (Diana), Keith, Thomas (Pamela), and Renee Trumble (Steve); brother, Merlin; sisters, Darlene, Valfred, and Jeanette; 16 grandchildren; and 11 great grandchildren. Born in Hartington, NE and raised in Howells, she attended school in District 31. Myrtle Jean and Robert married and moved to Omaha, where she worked at Western Electric for over 25 years. Semi-retired, she worked at Crossroads Mall. She fully retired a few years later and spent her time in her gardens and with friends. Myrtle was a friend to everyone she met.
The family will Receive friends Wednesday 5-7pm, with VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm at West Center Chapel. SERVICES Thursday 10am, West Center Chapel to Holy Cross Catholic Church for MASS at 10:30am. Interment in Westlawn Cemetery.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 31 to April 3, 2013
LaVonne R. Ostrand
Ostrand, LaVonne R.
(July 18, 1945 – March 21, 2013)
LaVonne R. Ostrand, 67years, of Cedar Bluffs, NE passed away Thursday, March 21, 2013 at Fremont Area Medical Center. She was born July 18, 1945 in Beatrice, NE to Francis and Doris (Hasche) Podendorf. She grew up on farms in several locations in Nebraska and Iowa. She was a 1963 graduate of Lyons High School. She lived in Fremont for 18 years prior to moving to Cedar Bluffs, NE in 1983. LaVonne was employed by Lucent Technologies in Omaha for 30 years, retiring in 1999.
LaVonne married Don Craig in 1968, they later divorced. She married Lawrence Ostrand on December 28, 1985 in Prescott Valley, AZ.
She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Fremont and was a life member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary.
She is survived by her husband, Lawrence; step-sons, Rick Ostrand of Newman Grove, NE and Jeff & wife, Natosha Ostrand of Fremont; step-daughter, Victoria Miller of Fremont; sister, Kathy Knisley of Columbus; sister-in-law, Darlene Burkholder of Augusta, GA; uncle & aunt, Dale & Lenore Weaver of Lincoln; 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents.
Funeral service, 10:30 AM, Wednesday, March 27th at First United Methodist Church in Fremont. The Rev. Greg Hall will officiate. Visitation on Tuesday from 5 PM to 8 PM at Moser Memorial Chapel in Fremont. Visitation on Wednesday at church 1hr prior to service. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery near Cedar Bluffs, NE. Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.
Moser Memorial Chapel, 2170 N. Somers Ave., Fremont, NE 68025 402-721-4490
Mary (Pavich) Daneff
Daneff, Mary (Pavich)
May 22, 1923 – Mar 18, 2013
Preceded in death by parents, Guy and Josephine Pavich; 11 brothers and sisters. Survived by husband, Joseph B. Daneff, Sr.; sister-in-law, Mary Perina; children: Karen Allen (Dennis), Joseph Daneff, Jr. (Jenny), and Jean Hallman (George); 7 grandchildren: Kristine, Joey, John, Thomas, Traci, Jackie, and Jeffrey; 10 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, 5pm to 7pm with VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm at the West Center Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Thursday, 11am, St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Interment, St. John Cemetery. Memorials to St. Thomas More Catholic Church.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 19 to March 21, 2013
Charles E. Rodgers
Rodgers, Charles E.
Jun 7, 1920 – Mar 10, 2013
World War II veteran. Retired employee of Western Electric “Installations”. Preceded in death by parents, Elwood and Dorothy Rodgers; daughter, Jeanne Rodgers; first wife, Alma Rodgers. Survived by wife, Mary Ellen Rodgers; son Daryl and wife, Twila Rodgers; stepdaughters, Linda and husband, Richard Cisar and Sally Goff (Glenn Taylor); stepsons, Warren and wife, Debbie Drew and Wyatt Drew (Louise Bade); grandchildren and great grandchildren.
FUNERAL SERVICE Thursday, March 14, 2013 at 1pm at the funeral home. VISITATION Wednesday 4-8pm with family receiving friends 4-6pm. Interment at Westlawn Hillcrest Memorial Park.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 12 to March 13, 2013
Larry retired May 1, 1992
Larry G. Anderson
Anderson, Larry G.
Age 79 – Mar 8, 2013
La Vista. Retired employee of Lucent Technology after 35 years. Preceded in death parents, Audrey and Frances; and brothers, Rexford, Dana, and Jerry. Survived by wife of 53 years, Carol; children, Teri (Gary) Dukat, Scott (Tiffany) Anderson, Kris (Tom) Crosby, and Ryan (Casey) Anderson; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
VISITATION with family Monday after 5pm, with VIGIL SERVICE 7pm at the Funeral Home. MEMORIAL MASS Tuesday 10am, St. Gerald Catholic Church, 96th and Q St. Interment, Calvary Cemetery. Military Honors by Ralston American Legion Post #373. Memorials requested to St. Gerald Church, or Ralston American Legion Post #373. BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 10 to March 11, 2013
Helen A. Nosky
Nosky, Helen A.
Friday, Mar 08, 2013 – 03:54:27 pm CST
Helen A. Nosky was born April 4, 1922 to Joseph and Elizabeth (Rich) Heigl in Plattsmouth, NE. She passed away February 26, 2013 in Bellevue, NE.
She is survived by son, Robert (Janet) Nosky of Bellevue, NE; grandchildren, Robert J. (Tina) Nosky of Oklahoma City, OK and Joshua A. Nosky and fiancée (Jill Vonseggern) of Omaha, NE; her sister, Lee (John) Hopp of Plattsmouth, NE and several nieces and nephews.
Helen retired from Western Electric Manufacturing Plant in Omaha, NE. She was a member of the Church of the Holy Spirit.
The family suggests memorials to the Nebraska Humane Society.
There will be no visitation due to cremation. Memorial and inurnment for immediate family will be held at a later date.
Local arrangements handled by: Brian P. Harvey Funeral Home, Plattsmouth, NE
Parker G. Branch
Branch, Parker G.
Aug 22, 1929 – Mar 2, 2013
Died in Surprise, AZ. Survived by loving wife Lanni Branch.
MEMORIAL SERVICE will be Saturday, April 20 at Lifegate Church. COMPLETE DETAILS LATER
Published in Omaha World-Herald on March 8, 2013
Robyn Ann Allen
Allen, Robyn Ann
Nov 7, 1954 – Mar 3, 2013
Her passion was spending time with her family. Near the end of a long career with Connectivity Solutions Manufacturing, she was diagnosed with Leukemia, and, after a long, hard-fought battle, she entered into peace. Preceded in death by her parents, Verne and Bee. Survived by husband, Paul Clark; daughters, Megan (Joe) McClaren and Caity Clark; grandchildren, Aidan, Cassidy, and Ryan; brother, Randy (Patty) Bishop; many nieces, nephews, and special friends.
VISITATION with family 12-2pm Friday, with a MEMORIAL SERVICE starting at 2pm at Roeder Mortuary–Gretna Chapel, 11710 Standing Stone Dr, Gretna NE (402-332-0090). In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to family wishes. ARBOR SOCIETY
2819 S 125th Ave, Ste 367
Omaha NE 68144 402-393-0319
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 6 to March 7, 2013
Glen retired January 7, 2000 from Lucent.
Glen R. Hopkins
Hopkins, Glen R.
Feb 29, 1936 – Feb 18, 2013
Preceded in death by son, Timothy Hopkins. Survived by wife, Shirley; sons, David and Matthew Hopkins; daughter, Laura (Bill) Winburn; brother, James (Evelyn) Hopkins; nephews, James Jr and Stephen (Sarah) Hopkins; niece, Tanya (John) Delia; grandnephews, Cooper and Kesten Delia, and Samuel Hopkins; numerous cousins and other loving family and friends.
VISITATION from 10-11am on Saturday, February 23 with a MEMORIAL SERVICE at 11am at The Arbor Society (located in Westwood Plaza). In lieu of flowers, memorials to your favorite charity .
ARBOR SOCIETY
2819 S 125th Ave, Ste 367
Omaha NE 68144 402-393-0319
Published in Omaha World-Herald from February 21 to February 22, 2013
Retired 1985
Errol E. Held
Held, Errol E.
Oct 20, 1930 – Feb 14, 2013
Preceded in death by parents, Melvin and Abbie Held; and wife, Janice. Survived by wife, Dee; children, Mike (Deb) Held, Sharri Doll, and Randy (Sharon) Held; 19 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; brother, Merlyn (Hilda) Held; and 5 step-daughters, Barb, Vicki, Nancy, Janet and Beth.
Family will Receive friends Sunday 6-8pm at West Center Chapel. FUNERAL Monday 11am, West Center Chapel. Interment, Evergreen, with full Military Honors by Millard American Legion Post #374 and VFW Post #8334. Memorials are suggested to Thanksgiving Lutheran Church, 3702 S. 370 Plaza, Bellevue, NE, 68123.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from February 16 to February 18, 2013
Joseph retired from the Works on 10-31-1986
Joseph E. Kocsis
Kocsis, Joseph E.
Age 89 – Feb 9, 2013
Omaha. Survived by wife Dorothy; son James (Terryl) Kocsis; daughter Janice (Larry) Skeens; grandchildren,
Jennifer and Ryan Kocsis, CA; David Skeens, AL; Justin (Vanessa) Skeens, AL; sister Mary Dufek, Omaha.
Member of American Legion Post 331, DAV – MacArthur #2, South Omaha Eagles Club 154.
VISITATION Wednesday after 4pm with Vigil Service at 7pm at the funeral home. FUNERAL Thursday 9:20am
Bethany Chapel to Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 36th & X St. for 10am MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL.
Interment St. John Cemetery. Military honors by American Legion Post 331.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from February 11 to February 13, 2013
Jack was an Electrician in Trades and covered the PVC Insulating Lines in the Cable Shop. Jack retired in August of 1989.
John Daulton “Jack” Weidenhamer
Weidenhamer, John “Jack” Daulton
Jan 20, 2013
Jack was born in Alliance, NE in 1929, one of 6 brothers. After High School, he joined the Navy and served in the Korean War as an Electrician’s Mate, which eventually led to a 35 year career at Western Electric/AT&T in Omaha. Jack and Virginia, his wife of 50 years who preceded him in death in 2005, had 3 sons and 1 daughter. He was a Scoutmaster for 10 years, mentoring numerous boys, and seeing all 3 of his sons attain Eagle Scout. Jack loved travel and the outdoors. He took his young family to 49 states in a station wagon filled with camping equipment, and taught his kids a deep appreciation for nature. He traveled to Europe with his wife, hiked the Grand Canyon at age 50, snow skied into his 70s, and rode a 3-wheel recumbent bike up until a month before his death. He is survived by all 4 of his children, Bruce (Deb), Judy Doyle (Jim), Wayne (Vickie), and Lance; and 5 grandchildren, Evan, Quinn, Kellen, Joy and Erin.
Please honor the Visiting Nurses Association of Omaha with any gifts.A Memorial will be scheduled later, with an announcement posted on a future Sunday.
KREMER FUNERAL HOME
6302 Maple St. 402-553-3155
www.kremerfuneralhome.net
Published in Omaha World-Herald on February 3, 2013
Harold retired May 15, 2003 from Avaya
Harold J. Sharp
Sharp, Harold J.
Age 70
Dakota Dunes, SD, formally of Louisville and La Vista, NE. Passed away January 13, 2013 in Cleveland, TX after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Services to be held at a later date.
Published in Omaha World-Herald on January 29, 2013
Sonja retired June 6, 1990 from Lucent.
Sonja R. Schultz
Schultz, Sonja R.
Jan 28, 1941 – Jan 24, 2013
Preceded in death by husband Frances “John” Schultz. Survived by sons, Roger (Bonnie) Schultz, Omaha, NE; Robert (Karen) Risk Jr., Flowermound, TX ; daughters, Kim Peck, Omaha, NE; Jenifer (Scott) Anderson, Omaha, NE; grandchildren, Daniel, Sonja, Brittney, Samantha, Ameilia, Janeen and Tricia; best friend Jackie Loth; other relatives and friends.
VISITATION Sunday 1-8pm with the family receiving friends from 6-8pm all at the Kahler-Dolce Mortuary, Papillion, NE. SERVICE Monday 10am at the Kahler-Dolce Mortuary, Papillion, NE. Interment St. Mary Magdalene Cemetery, Omaha, NE.
KAHLER DOLCE
441 N. Washington St. Papillion, NE
402-339-3232
www.kahlerdolcemortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 26 to January 27, 2013
Phillip R. Tinsley
Tinsley, Philip R.
Phillip R. Tinsley, 60, of Arlington died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013, at his home.
He was born Sept. 20, 1952, to Phil Anson and Marleen (James) Meyers in Elkhart, Ind. He spent his childhood
and attended school in Constantine, Mich. He lived in Des Moines, Iowa, until moving to Phoenix in 1979. He
married Dawn Hoy on Sept. 21, 1974, in Ankeny, Iowa. In 1995, they moved to Arlington. He worked for
Connectivity Solutions before retiring in 2011. He was a member of the Arlington Community Church. He is survived by his wife, Dawn of Arlington; father, Phil Anson of Phoenix; mother, Marleen Meyers of Three Rivers, Mich.; brothers, Jim (and wife, Deb) Tinsley of Constantine, Mich., and Craig (and wife, Julie) Tinsley of Peoria, Ariz.; sisters, Melanie (and husband, Dean) Owens of Constantine, Dottie Tinsley of Three Rivers, Mich., and Kathy (and husband, Tony) Tootle of Prescott Valley, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his stepmother, Wanda Tinsley.
The memorial service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Arlington Community Church with the Rev. John Hogue officiating.
The family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Dexter, Iowa.
Memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society for lung cancer.
Reckmeyer-Moser Funeral Home in Arlington is in charge of arrangements.
Barbara retired from the Works on 2/4/1982
Barbara L. Mihelic
Mihelic, Barbara L. Pacini
She was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Anna and James Pacini. Barbara graduated from
Sacred High School in St. Joseph. She was married to John Joseph Mihelic who preceded
her in death in 1995. Barbara is survived by three children and spouses, James Mihelic
(Mary) of Lake Zurich, IL, Barbara Velinsky (Frank) of Omaha, and Anita DeFreese
(Rev. David) of Gretna. Mrs. Mihelic also had five grandchildren, Jason Velinsky (Tina),
Elissa Marking (Andy), Martha Omar (Erik), Renee Velinsky, and Hannah DeFreese all of Omaha. Graden
Velinsky was her only great grandchild. Mrs. Mihelic was retired from Western Electric and a long-time member
of the Field Club of Omaha. She enjoyed golf, bridge and weekly dinners with all of her grandchildren.
SERVICES will be at 10am on Saturday, January 26 at Our Lady of Lourdes. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests
contributions to The Rose Theatre in Omaha, United Way, Our Lady of Lourdes or Mosiac.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 23 to January 25, 2013
Leonard B. Harder
Harder, Leonard B.
Oct 18, 1941 – Jan 17, 2013
Survived by daughter, Christina (Eric) Capps; grandchildren, Alec, Meghan, and Spencer; sisters, Sheryl (Michael) Kenworthy, and Barbara (Al) Kennedy; brother, Roland (Rusty) Harder; nieces and nephews.
FUNERAL SERVICE Wednesday 10am, Trinity Lutheran Church, 330 W. Halleck in Papillion. VISITATION with the family 6-8pm Tuesday at the 72nd Street Chapel. Memorials may be directed to the family.
JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 20 to January 22, 2013
Torrey worked in HighBay in the sheet metal shop before becoming an Omaha Police Officer.
Officer Torrey Gully
Gully, Officer Torrey
Age 42
Preceded in death by brother, Ted Tyrone Gully. Survived by wife, Mia Gully; parents, Arfay and Hiawatha Thompson, Ted and Patricia Gully; children, Taleah and Torreyanna Gully; brother, Tyrese Gully; step-brothers, Larry (Katherine), Carl (Ann), and Darrell Thompson; and step-sister Diane Thompson.
FUNERAL SERVICE Thursday, January 24, 2013, at Salem Baptist Church at 1pm. VISITATION Wednesday 8am-8pm, with family Receiving friends 6-8pm at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home. Interment at Forest Lawn Cemetery. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 20 to January 22, 2013