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Wayne Hunt, was the Director of Engineering and Manufacturing at the Omaha Works back in the 1970s.
Wayne L. Hunt
Hunt, Wayne L.
Wayne L. Hunt, 80, of Lincoln, died Monday (12-17-12). Born (7-16-32) in Lincoln to Leonard and Hazel (Meyer) Hunt. Ret. vice president of purchasing and transportation for AT & T Technologies, Inc. U.S. Air Force veteran. Member: St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, past board member at Eastmont Towers Foundation. Wayne loved his family and was an avid reader. He enjoyed sports, especially the Huskers.
He is survived by his wife, Donna; sons, Jeff (Vicki) Hunt and Greg (Tammy) Hunt; grandchildren, Tyler, Courtney, Ryan, Kevin, Brian and Sonya; four great grandchildren. Memorial service: 10 am Saturday, Jan. 5, at Eastmont Towers, 6315 ‘O’ Street with Rev. John Lacy officiating. Memorials to Eastmont Towers Foundation, 6315 ‘O’ St. (10) or St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers Blvd. (20), No visitation, cremation. Condolences online at www.roperandsons.com
Wayne was born on July 16, 1932 and passed away on Monday, December 17, 2012. Wayne was a resident of Lincoln, Nebraska at the time of his passing.
He is survived by his wife Donna. Visitation: No Visitation/Cremation Service: Memorial Service: 10:00 am Saturday, January 5, 2013 at Eastmont Towers, 6315 ‘O’ Street with Rev. John Lacy officiating. Family Gathering: None. Memorials: Eastmont Towers Foundation, 6315 ‘O’ St., Lincoln, NE 68510 or St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers Blvd., Lincoln, NE 68520
Darrel Sudduth told me that Bill Wetenkamp worked in the Cable shop (50 Bldg.) twisters and stranders before moving to Phoenix in 1973.
William G. “Bill” Wetenkampp
Wetenkamp, William G. “Bill”
Age 73
Died on December 14, 2012 after a short battle with cancer, in Sun City, AZ. He was born on January 13, 1939, the son of William W. and Mary Wetenkamp of Plattsmouth, NE. He grew up in Plattsmouth and graduated from Plattsmouth High School in 1958. He married Mary Ann Wohlfarth on August 18, 1963. They moved to Arizona in 1973, and have since made it their home. Bill started working for Western Electric in Omaha in 1966 and retired in 1994 from the Phoenix plant. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Joanne Ruckman. Bill is survived by his wife, Mary Ann; 3 daughters, Diane (Dan), Jeannie, and Vicki (Dennis); 7 grandchildren, Cassandra, Kyle, Alex, Jordyn, Allyson, Corey, and Marc; and 1 great grandson, Noah. He is also survived by his sister, Marlene (Louis), Vista, CA; and his brother-in-law, Victor Ruckman, Council Bluffs, IA; along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family will be Receiving friends and relatives on January 5, 2013 at a Celebration of Life. Contributions can be made to Hospice of the Valley , 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014-5656
Published in Omaha World-Herald on December 23, 2012
Ronald G. Brockman
Brockman, Ronald G.
Age 72
Treynor, IA. Passed away December 15, 2012 at Jennie Edmundson Memorial Hospital. He was born in Council Bluffs on March 14, 1940 to the late George and Evelyn (Nielsen) Brockman. He graduated from Treynor High School with the class of 1958. Ron had worked for 42 years at Lucent Technologies in Omaha retiring in 2002. He was a member of the Pottawattamie County Special Deputies from 1981-2002. He was also a dedicated Mason holding positions in Amber and Excelsior Lodges as well as the Order of Eastern Star – Amber Star at Quick, Council Bluffs Chapter, and White Shrine of Jerusalem. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Roger Brockman. Ron is survived by his wife LaVon Brockman to whom he married March 4, 1961; daughters and sons-in-law, Jo and Allen Alsman and Loretta and Brad Coffman; son and daughter-in-law, Byron and Diane Brockman; brothers, Gordon Brockman, Richard Brockman, Gerald Brockman (Bobbie), Gail Brockman (Carolyn); sisters, Mary Wayman (Donald), Marjorie Hatcher (Bill); mother-in-law, Regina Lubbe; 9 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren; a host of other family and friends.
Masonic and Eastern Star Services will begin at 6pm on Tuesday followed by VISITATION until 8pm at the Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home. MEMORIAL SERVICE Wednesday 10am at the funeral home. A reception will follow in the community room at Hoy-Kilnoski. Memorials are suggested to Treynor Fire and Rescue or Amber Star Chapter 328 at Quick, Iowa.
HOY – KILNOSKI
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
1221 N. 16th St., Council Bluffs IA 51501
712-256-9988
www.hoyfuneral.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on December 18, 2012
Erma retired 4-4-1997
Erma Jo Hammonds
Hammonds, Erma Jo (Gills)
Dec 8, 1934 – Dec 8, 2012
Omaha. Passed away peacefully in her sleep on her 78th birthday at her home. Mrs. Hammonds was born and raised in Purcell, OK and was the daughter of Coyle Permetter and Henrietta Cook. After getting married to her first husband, Enish Gills, Jr. in 1953, the couple relocated to Omaha and she made that her home until the time of her passing. Mrs. Hammonds retired from Lucent Technologies after many years of outstanding service and was a cherished member of Rising Star Baptist Church and the Shaeffer Chapter #1, Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by her loving husband, Mr. James Odell Hammonds; seven sisters and three brothers, along with their spouses. This wonderful woman leaves to mourn her sons, Jerry (Sharon) Gills, Rickie Gills, Curtis (Cardella) Gills, Alvin (Regina) Gills, Marvin (Sharon) Gills, David Gills, Clifford (Tauncey) Gills; daughter, Beverly (Eddie) Harris; step-daughter, Janette (Allen) Ninneman, Indianapolis, IN; a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends who will all feel the emptiness her passing has caused. She was preceded in death by her mother and father; step-mother, Rosa Permetter; son, Enish Gills III “Papa”; daughter, Mary Ellen Gills; and brother, Danny Permetter.
VISITATION Sunday, Dec 16, 2012 6-8pm (with Eastern Star rites) at mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 11am Monday, December 17, 2012 at Rising Star Baptist Church, 1823 Lothrop St. Omaha, NE 68110. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery at Omaha. Viewing will not be available during or after the funeral service. Friends and family will be received at 3026 Curtis Ave. Omaha.
ROEDER MORTUARY – Ames Chapel
4932 Ames Ave. 402-453-5600
www.RoederMortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from December 14 to December 16, 2012
Mel worked in Security at the plant. He retired 2-11-1983
Melvin Glismann
Glismann, Melvin J.
Age 84 – Dec 12, 2012
Papillion. Preceded in death by wife, Alice; brothers and sisters. Survived by daughters, Sandy (Lynn) Kovarik, Terry (Don) Jensen; grandchildren, Jonathan (Rebekah), Johanna, Joshua (Jenn), Adam, Ethan, Caitlyn; great-grandsons, Jonah, Evan; sister, Dorothy McIntyre; brother, Bill (Jeanette) Glismann; nieces and nephews; life long friend, Roger (Dottie) Woksa.
VISITATION Friday 6-8pm at the funeral home. FUNERAL SERVICE Saturday 10:30am Messiah Lutheran Church (80th and Lakeview – Ralston). Interment Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorials requested to Messiah Lutheran Church.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from December 13 to December 14, 2012
Barbara retired 3-31-1997
Barbara Ann Lampkin
Lampkin, Barbara Ann
Age 67
Omaha. Survived by parents, William Toran and Lorene Wilson; sons, Daniel Robinson, Terrance Robinson, Jerome Robinson, Jermaine Robinson; sisters, Patricia (Billy) Smith, Jolene (Michael) Wynne, Gert Wells, Lynette Mallory; brothers, John Pierce, Carver Pierce, Armstead Pierce, James (Incha) Pierce, Terry Pierce, Morris (Lois) Sanders; special friends, Ruby Agee and Chloe; host of many nieces, nephews and other family members.
FUNERAL SERVICE 11am, Saturday, December 8, 2012 at the Church of the Living God, 2029 Binney Street. VISITATION Friday 4-8pm with family receiving friends from 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 December 5 to December 6, 20
Susan M. Gantt
Gantt, Susan M.
Oct 23, 1959 – Dec 6, 2012
Council Bluffs, IA. Passed away at age 53 at Jennie Edmundson Memorial Hospital. She was born Council Bluffs to the late Robert L. and Clarabell E. (Henderson) Coffman. Susan graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and went to work at Western Electric. She is survived by her husband, Donald Gantt; son, Casey Gantt; brothers, Tony Coffman (Teresa), Danny Coffman (Kathy), and William Coffman; brother-in-law, Roger Gantt (Patty); 6 nieces; and 6 nephews.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Wednesday at 11am at Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home.
HOY – KILNOSKI
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
1221 N. 16th St., Council Bluffs IA 51501
712-256-9988
www.hoyfuneral.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from December 9 to December 10, 2012
Robert E. Hansen
Hansen, Robert E.
May 27, 1922 – Oct 3, 2012
Survived by wife Margaret E. Hansen; son and daughter-in-law, Michael R. and Debbie Hansen; daughter and son-in-law, Jane M. and Mike Scheufler; granddaughters, Amy Schwinghamer (Scott), Leah Chambers (Jamie), Meggie Honeycutt (Jonathan), Claire Carpenter, and Mary Carpenter; and 7 great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Sunday 4-6pm at the West Center Chapel. SERVICES Monday 11:30am at Victory Church, 6330 N. 56 St. Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park, with Military Rites by Benson VFW Post #2503. Memorials to a charity or church of your choice.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
8th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from October 3 to October 8, 2012
Steven Douglas “Steve” Mehuron
Mehuron, Steven Douglas “Steve”
Age 83
Rural Fremont (Woodcliff), formerly Lincoln, died Monday, November 26, 2012. Born October 23, 1929 in Lincoln to Myron and Mabel (Murnahan) Mehuron. Survived by sons, Steve (Lynnette) and Jon (Beverly), Omaha; and daughter, Christine Mehuron, Fremont; brother, Gerald (Venna), Lincoln; 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents.
FUNERAL SERVICES 12:30pm, Friday, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 South 14th Street, Lincoln. VISITATION Noon-8pm Thursday with family greeting friends from 5-7pm; and 9am until services Friday, all at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Food Bank for the Heartland. Condolences may be left at www.lincolnfh.com
LINCOLN MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME
6800 S. 14th St, Lincoln, NE 68512-2311
Published in Omaha World-Herald on November 28, 2012
Ron Reynolds was an employee at the Plant. He worked in the 30-Bldg.
Ron Reynolds
Reynolds, Ron
Age 65
Died November 7, 2012. Preceded in death by parents, Carl and Lesta Reynolds; sisters, Carman Baldwin and Maureen Reynolds. Survived by wife, Arlene; son, Scott, Omaha; daughter; Teri and son-in-law, Eric Glasz, Cibolo, TX; grandchildren, Tyler, Taylor and Tanner Glasz; brother, Ed (Nedra), Maxwell, IA, Wendell (Kay), Sioux City, IA; sister, Connie Adams, Omaha; nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Memorials suggested to Alegent Cancer.
VISITATION Monday, November 12, 2012 from 6-8pm with a 7pm MEMORIAL SERVICE at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from November 10 to November 11, 2012
Lorene retired from the Works in March 1991
Lorene T. Johnson
Johnson, Lorene T
(February 14, 1926 – November 10, 2012)
Age 86 of Omaha. Preceded in death by son James M. Benjamin; husband Henry D. Johnson. Survived by sister Essie Taylor; grandson Gerald Edwards; and other family. VISITATION with family Sunday 4-6pm. FUNERAL Monday, November 19th, 11:00 A.M. all at the funeral home.
Kremer Funeral Home
6302 Maple St,
Omaha • (402) 553-3155)
Alton F. Miles
Miles, Alton F.
Mar 12, 1927 – Nov 8, 2012
Papillion. Born and raised in Council Bluffs. Served in the US Navy during WWII. Received his bachelor’s degree from UNO in Business Engineering completing the Navy V-12 program. Worked at Western Electric for 30 years in the HR department. Was a caring husband, dad and grandpa. Actively involved in church and community. Preceded in death by parents, Hazel (Johnson) and Scyburt Miles; brothers, Gordon and Robert. Survived by wife of 63 years, Shirley (Bluhm) Miles; children and spouses, Rich and Diane, Springfield, IL, Greg and Barb, Apple Valley, MN, Shelley and John Myers, Tucson, AZ, Deanna and David Clopton, Rochester, MN, Bev and John Eno, Lincoln, NE; 13 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren. The family thanks Teri, Jasmine, Velva and Belinda for their compassionate care over the past year.
SERVICE Monday 10:30am St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. Interment Cedar Dale Cemetery. VISITATION Sunday 1-8pm with family receiving friends from 5-7pm. Memorials to St Paul’s UMC. KAHLER DOLCE
441 N. Washington St. Papillion, NE
402-339-3232
www.kahlerdolcemortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from November 10 to November 11, 2012
Charles J. Vessell
Vessell, Charles J.
Mar 17, 1923 – Nov 3, 2012
Preceded in death by daughters, Mary Walker, Ellen Vitale; grandson, Steven Vitale. Survived by wife, Eleanor (Skip); son, Frank Vessell; son-in-law, Silvio Vitale; grandchildren, Threse Vitale (Jeff) Stamper, Laura Vitale, Scott Vitale, Lissa Vail, Susan Campbell, David Walker; great grandchildren, Chris and Chad Everett, Jennifer (Greg) Garner, Parker Vitale, Matthew Ulanosky, Sean Jones, Jeffrey Irwin; sisters, Harriet Padden, Alice Michalsky; 5 great greatgrandsons. Charles was a Supervisor at Western Electric for 42 years and a Lifetime member of Millard American Legion.
VISITATION will be Sunday from 4-6pm with Rosary at 5pm at Crosby Colonial Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Monday 10am St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church. Interment Calvary Cemetery. Military Honors provided by Millard VFW #8334 and AL #374.
CROSBY BURKET SWANSON GOLDEN
Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Rd. 402-333-7200
www.crosby-burket.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from November 9 to November 10, 2012
According to a 1976 Omaha Works telephone directory, Bill was a section chief in the Exchange Cable, Stranding, Sheathing, Final Test Department. Visitation is 1 NOV 2012 between five and six o’clock with a memorial service following.
Phelan, William (Bill)
Oct 22, 1926 – Oct 27, 2012
Gretna. Preceded in death by daughter Susan; parents, Kenneth and Mildred. Survived by loving wife of 64 years Marjorie; children, Sandy and Ron Kalina, Pat and Cheryl, Kara and Mike Hanson; 7 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; and other family and friends.
VISITATION Thursday 5-6pm with Memorial Service 6pm at Roeder Mortuary. Memorials to Gretna American Legion ROEDER MORTUARY – Gretna Chapel
11710 Standing Stone Dr. 402-332-0090
www.RoederMortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from October 31 to November 1, 2012
Philip L. “Phil” Hearn
Hearn, Philip L. “Phil”
May 27, 1946 – Oct 20, 2012
Retired, Western Electric. Preceded in death by parents, Hugh Leo and Velda Hearn. Survived by wife, Sylvia L. Hearn; daughter, Kim Hearn; son, Sean Hearn; 4 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Maureen Tichota; nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Friday, 6pm to 8pm at the West Center Chapel. SERVICES Saturday, 1pm, West Center Chapel. Memorials to Nebraska Humane 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 22 to October 26, 2012
Retired Nov. 30, 1993
Donald Edward Trimble
Trimble, Donald Edward
Age 70
Aubrey, TX. Died on Thursday, October 4, 2012 at Denton Regonal Medical Center. Mr. Trimble was born on August 15, 1942 in Omaha, NE to William Edward and Lorrainne (Thompson) Trimble. He was a Sergeant in the United States Army and was a member of the VFW in Omaha. He was the co-creator of the Rainbow Girls Softball League in Omaha, and was an avid hunter, even taking to time to conduct Hunters’ Safety Educational programs for young hunters. He worked for several years in Quality Control for Lucent Technologies. He was married to Nell Lowry on September 3, 1965 in Colorado. Donald is survived by his wife Nell Trimble, Aubrey; daughter Paulla Jakobi, Tallahassee, FL; son Donald L. Trimble, Omaha; step-sisters, Carol Philby, Omaha, and Norma Jean Doyle, Kerby, OR; and 4 grandchildren, Spencer, Emma and Tate Jakobi, and Braden Trimble.
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will be held at his home in Aubrey, TX on Saturday, October 27, 2012. Online condolences may be left at: www.mulkeymasondenton.com
MULKEY-MASON, JACK SCHMITZ
AND SON FUNERAL HOME
705 N. Locust, Denton, Texas 76201
(940)382-6622
Published in Omaha World-Herald on October 21, 2012
Dwain “Whitey” Buel
Buel, Dwain “Whitey”
Age 77, of Chandler, AZ, Passed away on Oct. 15, 2012
Whitey played basketball for the University of Nebraska, 1952-1956, and was team captain his senior year. He worked many years in Omaha for Western Electric, later AT&T. After retiring to Chandler, he co-hosted a call-in golf show, “Bunker to Bunker,” for several years on KMVP radio. Survived by his wife , Janet, two children, four grandchildren, two great grandchildren. Services Oct. 20, 10am., Gethsemane Lutheran, 1035 E. Guadalupe Road, Tempe. Memorials suggested to the church.
Duane Poppe
Poppe, Duane
Age 75
Cremation, No Service.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on September 28, 2012
Charles Sumner Patterson
Patterson , Charles Sumner
82, Lincoln, died Thursday, October 11, 2012 in Lincoln.
Memorial services will be 10 a.m. Monday, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 South 14th Street, Lincoln with Pastor Eddie Masters officiating. Private family burial will be in Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation with family greeting friends will be 5 – 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. There will be no visitation Monday. Condolences may be left at lincolnfh.com.
Philip Joseph Avino
Avino, Philip Joseph
Aug 17, 1941 – Sep 30, 2012
Preceded in death by son, Philip, Jr.; brother Charles Avino. Survived by wife, Geri; children, Cathy (Doug) Utecht, Gigi Avino, Gina (Bret) Bolz, Nancy (John) Wertz, Suzanne (Mark) Brittain, Steven (Tammy) Avino; 19 grandchildren, 5 great grand children; sister-in-law, Chris Avino.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Thursday, 10/4/12, 10:30am at St. Vincent de Paul Church. MEMORIAL VISITATION Wednesday, 10/3/12, starting at 5pm with wake service at 7pm at the Pacific Street Chapel.
JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
PACIFIC STREET CHAPEL
14151 Pacific St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from October 1 to October 3, 2012
Dale worked in cable plant mostly Bill believes. Retired 3-4-1998.
Dale L. Wineinger
Wineinger, Dale L.
Jan 20, 1944 – Sep 7, 2012
Survived by wife Karen; son, Daniel (Tracy) Wineinger; daughter, Dawn (Kevin) Patera; step-daughters, Brid-get (Nicholas) Caniglia, and Tracy Rankin; grandson Nathan Caniglia; granddaughters, Shelby Wineinger, Allison Wineinger, Molly Patera, Hanna Rankin, Taylor Caniglia, and Grace Huston; brothers, Richard (June) Win-einger, and Bobby (Carol) Wineinger; and sisters, Donna Weber, Margaret Bonacci, and Linda (Dick) James.
Family will receive friends beginning 9am Monday, with a MEMORIAL SERVICE to follow at 10am, all at the Pacific Street Chapel. Memorials preferred to VNA Hospice.
JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
PACIFIC STREET CHAPEL
14151 Pacific St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from September 8 to September 9, 2012
John W. Barnes
Barnes, John W.
Age 79 – Aug 31, 2012
Retired painter/plater for Western Electric. Former Marine and veteran of the Korean conflict. Member of the 40&8 and American Legion Post #1. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Adeline (Smith) Barnes. Survived by his wife, Shirley; children, Catherine (Dave) Spencer, Carolyn (Paul) Peterson, Shawn (Conni) Pankers, Steven Pankers; 11 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; brother, Cyril (Nancy) Barnes; 2 nieces.
FUNERAL SERVICE Tuesday 10am at the funeral home. VISITATION Monday from 4-8pm with a 40&8 service at 6pm at the funeral home. Interment Westlawn Hillcrest Memorial Park with military honors by American Legion Post #1. In lieu of flowers, family prefers memorials to the Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from September 1 to September 3, 2012
Retired 9-2-99
Lenis C. Campbell
Campbell, Lenis C.
Oct 21, 1934 – Aug 10, 2012
Preceded in death by parents, Noble and Thelma Campbell; brother-in-law Bill Conkling. Survived by wife, Janet Campbell; daughter, Jennifer (Dan) Krupa; grandchildren, Jason Krupa and his son, Austin Krupa, Sara and Christine Krupa, all of Phoenix AZ; brothers and sisters, Irene Conkling, Francis (Sharon) Campbell, Wilma (Lee) Gamblin, Oren (Barbara) Campbell, Marian (Ken) Drake, Cherril (Bill) Russell, Merril (Donna) Campbell; many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.
VISITATION will be Wednesday from 6-8pm at Crosby Colonial Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE will be Thursday at 10am at Central Church of the Nazarene, 8206 Blondo, Omaha.
CROSBY BURKET SWANSON GOLDEN
FUNERAL HOME
11902 W. Center Rd. 402-333-7200
www.crosby-burket.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from August 13 to August 14, 2012
Rod was in Engineering at the Omaha Wroks
Rodney A. Conser
Conser, Rodney A.
Oct 18, 1934 – Aug 7, 2012
Of Omaha moved on peacefully and faithfully close to sunrise, survived by wife Annette Nelson Conser; children, Lynne (Mike) Larabee, Russell (Nancy) Conser, Suzanne (Rob) Carpenter; 7 grandsons, Jacob and Alberto Larabee, Alex, Chris and Tim Conser, Tyler and A.J. Carpenter; cousin, Darlene DeMott Rutter; and many other beloved extended family and friends. Throughout his life Rod was very involved in his community, mission activities, on various boards of directors, and the local, district and state church.
VISITATION 6-8pm Monday, Aug. 13th, at Roeder Mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Tuesday, Aug. 14th, at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 5410 Corby Street. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to St. Paul United Methodist Church.
ROEDER MORTUARY – 108th St. Chapel
2727 N 108th St. 402-496-9000
www.RoederMortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from August 8 to August 13, 2012
Dale retired 9-22-2000
Dale E. Meisinger
Meisinger, Dale E.
Age 75 – Jul 25, 2012
Dale retired from Lucent Technologies with 41 years of service. Preceded in death by parents, Harley and Amanda (Bornman) Meisinger and brother Gene. Survived by loving wife of 53 years, Donna; son and daughter-in-law, Dalen and Amy and their children Logan and Emily, York, NE; son, Devin and his children, Raechel and Ashley, Omaha; brother, Wilbur Meisinger, Louisville, NE; sister, LaVonne Meisinger, Weeping Water, NE; nieces, nephews and friends.
VISITATION Sunday 2-5pm at the funeral home. FUNERAL Monday 10am Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church (96th and Melissa, LaVista). Interment Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials requested to Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer’s Association .
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 27 to July 29, 2012
Donna R. Kelly
Kelly, Donna R.
Feb 12, 1940 – Jul 16, 2012
Preceded in death by husband Michael T. Kelly and son Michael J. Kelly. Survived by daughters, Colleen (Dale Schmitz) Kelly, Bobbie (Ed) Boles; sons, Dan (Diana Warner) Kelly, Kevin (Christine) Kelly; 16 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; brother Ron (Mary) Patton; best friend and companion Sam, her dog.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Friday 11am at the 72nd Street Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to American Cancer Society .
JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 16 to July 19, 2012
Jim retired 9-6-96
James H. Wachter
Wachter, James H.
Dates:
Birth date: February 4, 1933
Death date: July 1, 2012
Obituary:
James H. Wachter of Carter Lake, IA, passed away July 1, 2012. He served his country in the U.S. Navy. Retired At&T/Lucent Technology. Preceded by parents, Herbert and Angeline (Glazer) Wachter; daughter, Connie Taylor; son, Terry Wachter. Survived by daughters, Julie (Gary) Seminara, Carter Lake, Sandy (Robert) Pike, Omaha; son, Rodney Wachter, Carter Lake; 11 grandchildren, many great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren.
Visitation:
Visitation with the Family, one hour prior to the service at the mortuary.
Service:
Funeral Service, Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. Cutler-O’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Bayliss Park Chapel.
Cemetery:
Interment West Lawn Cemetery, Omaha.
Elton G. Herrmann
Herrmann, Elton G.
Sep 15, 1926 – Jun 7, 2012
Gretna, NE. Preceded in death by wife, Linnie; parents; 2 brothers. Survived by children, John (Mary), Cheryl (Joe) Balkovec; 4 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren, all of Omaha; step-children, Theodora Waugh, Paxton, NE, Kathy (Dave) Eihler, Fernley, NV; 17 step-grandchildren; 31 step-great grandchildren; other family, friends.
NO VISITATION. Private Graveside Service at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Gretna, with Military Honors. ROEDER MORTUARY
Gretna Chapel
11710 Standing Stone Dr. 402-332-0090
www.RoederMortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on June 10, 2012
Jerry retired 10-7-1984. Quality investigator, Raw Material Lab, 30 bldg.
Owen “Jerry” Morrissey
Morrissey, Owen “Jerry”
Age 84 – Jul 10, 2012
Ralston. Survived by wife Betty; sons Robert O., Gary F. and wife Sue, Steven P. and wife Krista; grandchildren Samuel, Kady, Cody, Andy; sister Kathleen and husband Lou Haack; sister-in-law Ione Morrissey.
VISITATION Friday after 6pm with Rosary at 7pm all at the funeral home. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Saturday 10am, St. Gerald Catholic Church Lakeview Chapel (78th and Lakeview St. – Ralston). Interment Saturday 2:30pm St. Andrew Catholic Cemetery – Tecumseh, NE. Military honors by Tecumseh VFW 8221 and American Legion Post #2 with the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. Memorials requested to the family. BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 11 to July 13, 2012
James L. Hardick
HARDICK, James L., Jul 10, 1942 – Jul 4, 2012.
Preceded in death by parents, Norman and Hazel; sister, Betty Lash; brother, Bill Hardick. Survived by wife, Colleen; sons: Jeffrey Hardick (Amy) and Chris Hardick (Shannon); grandchildren: Zach (Jess), Payton, Dawson, Jackson, Shea, and Lauren; great-granddaughter, Adellyn; brothers-in-law, George Lash and Jim O’Brien (Barb); sister-in-law, Peg Pearson (Leo); nieces and nephews.
VISITATION begins Monday, 4pm, with VIGIL SERVICE at 6:30pm at the West Center Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Tuesday, 10am, St. Gerald Catholic Church, 9601 “Q” Street in Ralston. Private Interment.
Memorials may be directed to the family for their choice of charity.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK & CUTLER
Mortuaries and Crematories
7805 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
(402) 391-3900
Barbara Gray told me that her mother worked at the Omaha Works from 1959 to 1969.
Stella B. Wiegert
Wiegert, Stella B.
Age 88
Gretna, NE, formerly of Syracuse, NE. Survived by daughter, Barbara (Lloyd) Gray, Omaha; son, Leonard Wiegert Jr., Madison, WI; grandchildren, Lisa (Robert) Goldsmith, Michael (Kristie) Gray, and Kelly (David) Epperson, all of Omaha, Sandra (Eric) Franco, Madison, WI, Nicholas (Tonya) Wiegert, Sun Prairie, WI, and Timothy (Laura) Wiegert, Plymouth, MN; and 9 great grandchildren.
FUNERAL SERVICE Thursday, July 5, at 10:30am, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Gretna, NE. VISITATION Tuesday, July 3, 5-7pm, with Rosary at 7pm, all at the Church. Memorials suggested to St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Gretna, NE; or St. Paulinus Catholic Church in Syracuse, NE. Online Condolences to
www.fusselmanallenharvey.com
FUSSELMAN-ALLEN-HARVEY
FUNERAL HOME
644 Park Street, Box 246
Syracuse, NE 68446 402-269-2441
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 1 to July 3, 2012
Darrell Suddeth notified us of the passing of John. He retired on 11-30-1989
John A. Vamosi
Vamosi, John A.
Jan 27, 1927 – May 30, 2012
Age 85. Omaha. Preceded in death by wife, Rosemary (Cruse) Vamosi. Survived by sons and daughters in law, Garry and Joanne Vamosi, both of Omaha, Rob Vamosi and Laurie Bouck, CA, grandchildren, Mike, Michelle, Quinn, Brice, sister, Mary Krebs, Omaha, nieces, nephews and many friends.
VISITATION one hour prior to MASS. MEMORIAL MASS Saturday, June 9th at 10am at St. Stephen the Martyr Catholic Church, 16701 “S” Street. Inurnment Calvary Cemetery. Memorials to Nebraska Humane Society or Hospice House.
CROSBY BURKET
SWANSON-GOLDEN
Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Rd. 402-333-7200
www.crosby-burket.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from June 7 to June 8, 2012
Jerome “Jerry” Subbert
Subbert, Jerome “Jerry”
Age 78
Mead, NE. Died June 28, 2012 in Omaha. Survived by wife Beverly; children and spouses, Scott and Roni Subbert, Mead, Jeff and Tiffany Subbert, Wahoo, NE, Shelly and fiance Terry Kruse, Cedar Bluffs, NE, and Stacey and Lawanna Subbert, Wahoo; 12 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brothers, John (Pat) Subbert, and Bob Subbert, all of Panora, IA; sister Eileen Subbert, Carroll, IA; many nieces, nephews, and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Ervin and Eleanor Subbert; and granddaughter Christina Subbert.
FUNERAL SERVICE Monday, July 2, 10am at Alma Lutheran Church, Mead. Interment, Alma Lutheran Cemetery, with Military Honors by VFW Post #9844 and American Legion Post #262. VISITATION Sunday 2-5pm, with Prayer Service at 5pm, all at the Church; also one hour VISITATION before Services Monday. Memorials to Alma Lutheran Church or in care of the family.
SVOBODA FUNERAL HOME
Wahoo, NE 402-443-3624
Published in Omaha World-Herald from June 30 to July 1, 2012
Elbira M. “Vera” Velez-Thoms
Valez-Thomas, Elbira M.
Age 70 – Jun 19, 2012
Yutan, NE. Preceded in death by sisters: Mary Ondar, Jessie Lehmann, and Lupe Rangel, brothers: Cy and Joseph Velez. Survived by husband Garry E. Thoms of Yutan, daughters and son-in-law Lori & Michael Mills and their son Owen of Omaha, and Paula & Bob Akers and their sons, Dylan and Dalton of Ashland, sisters: Josie Peralis, Grace Romero, Hope Matuza, Marie Velez, and Toni Henry, brother Jay Velez and many nieces and nephews.
MEMORIAL SERVICE 11am Friday, St. John’s Lutheran in Yutan. No visitation. Private interment. Memorials to the Yutan American Legion Ladies Auxiliary. Condolences to
www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com
REICHMUTH FUNERAL HOMES
Yutan, NE 402-625-2222
Thomas A. Padworny
Padworny, Thomas A.
Aug 31, 1951 – Jun 10, 2012
Survived by daughter, Marissa Padworny; son, Thomas Padworny Jr. (Alysha), both of Omaha; granddaughter, Alexis Welker. Also survived by Erika Vlasic.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Thursday, 10am, West Center Chapel. Inurnment Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family. HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from June 12 to June 13, 2012
Margaret retired February, 1986
Margaret C. Perry
Perry, Margaret C.
Sep 6, 1928 – Jun 4, 2012
She is preceded in death by her husband, David Perry; mother, Marjorie Manning; sister, Nancy. Margaret is survived by her son, Michael Perry; granddaughters and husbands, Trisha and Tobias Sommer and Tara and Raymond Carreon; great grandchildren: Bailey, Braden, Jeremy, Jake, and Vincent; brother and wife, Jim and Gertrude Spearman; nieces and nephews.
FUNERAL MASS Friday, June 8, 2012 at 10:30am at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church 20500 West Maple Rd, Elkhorn, NE. VISITATION Thursday 5-8pm at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on June 6, 2012
William Claude “Bill” Neal
Neal, William Claude “Bill”
September 3 1927 – May 11, 2012
Published in The Leaf Chronicle on May 15, 2012
Harlon Nelson Harvey
Harvey, Harlon Nelson
Mar 21, 1921 – May 21, 2012
Age 91. Afton, VA. Born to Elvira and Harlon Harvey in Chicago, IL. Married to his sweet Marie for over 57 years. From a note to Mom in 1944…” I love you half of all the love in the world because you love me the other half…and that’s all there is.” Survived by daughters Cherie Murphy and Kathy Pevey and son Tom. Dad had special love and thanks for Pam Harvey for all the years of special care and love, for Shawn and Fran for their tender care, for his sweet 102 yr. old sister in law Angie Divenere and his best friend Helen Wollen. Navy Captain, WW 2 war veteran and hero. He flew blimp rescue missions and hunted German submarines during the war. Senior executive at Western Electric after the war for 30 years. Proudest accomplishment and lasting legacy are his 13 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren; God, Country and Family.
A MASS of the Resurrection will be held Thursday May 24, 2012 at 11am at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church with Father Rolo Castillo officiating. Following the service, he will be cremated and transported to Omaha, Nebraska where a Mass of the Resurrection and a graveside service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Potentials Foundation by visiting www.potentialsfoundation.org/donate Those wishing may share a memory or an online condolence by visiting
www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com
HAMRICK FUNERAL HOMES
Waynesboro Chapel
Reynolds, VA 540-949-8383
Marcellian “Marcy” Dawkins
Dawkins, Marcellina “Marcy”
Jul 11, 1935 – May 9, 2012
Omaha. Preceded by parents Juan and Irene. Survived by husband Stephen Dawkins; daughters and sons-in-law Marcellina and Joseph Medina, Amelia Cabrera, Victoria and David Lopez; sons Abelardo Cabrera, Jr., David Cabrera; sister Irene (Cecil) Ward; grandchildren Lisa, Joey, Adam, Mandy, J.J., Linda, Franky, and Maria; 7 great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, grandnieces; grandnephews
and many many friends. Chairperson of Pioneer Hug-A-Bear.
MEMORIAL SERVICE 2:30pm Sunday May 13, 2012 at Roeder Mortuary, 2727 N. 108th St. Omaha, NE. In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to Pioneers Hug-A-Bear (www.heartlandpioneers.com).
ROEDER MORTUARY
2727 North 108th St. 402-496-9000
Published in Omaha World-Herald on May 12, 2012
William A. “Pete” Peterson
Peterson, William A “Pete”
October 12, 1932 – May 10, 2012, Age 79
William A. “Pete” Peterson 79, of Beatrice, died Thursday, May 10, 2012 at Bryan/LGH Medical Center East. He was born October 12, 1932 at Council Bluffs, Iowa. He worked as a heavy machine mechanic in Alabama before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force in 1949. He married Donna (Fohrman) on December 19, 1957 at Council Bluffs, IA. He then worked at Western Electric Company in Millard, NE until retiring in 1985. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
He loved the outdoors especially hunting, fishing and traveling. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Survivors include his daughter, Terri Amaral and husband Ron of Elk Horn, IA; sons, Michael Peterson and wife Kathy of Council Bluffs, IA, Daniel Peterson and wife Pam of Beatrice; grandchildren, Samantha Amaral of Minneapolis, MN, Alex Amaral of Elkhorn, NE and Jake Peterson of Council Bluffs, IA; sister, Sandi Schultz and husband Ron of Albuquerque, NM
He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna (1/6/2010); mother and step-father, Lillian (Cade) & Laverene Stoops; father, Harvey Petersen.
Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday May 14, 2012 at the Harman-Wright Mortuary Chapel with Pastor David Bigley, officiating. Visitation will be held Monday from 9 a.m. until time of the service. A register book is also available online at www.harmanwrightmortuary.com for messages of condolence. Military rites by United States Air Force. Memorial is established to the Family’s Choice with the mortuary in charge.
Harman-Wright Mortuary in charge of arrangements.
Arthur E. Meier
Meier, Arthur E., Jr.
Mar 26, 1947 – May 7, 2012
Omaha, formerly of Hays, KS. Preceded by parents Arthur, Sr. and Anne Meier. Survived by wife Linda Meier; son and daughter-in-law Craig and Heather Meier; daughter and son-in-law: Janell and Gino Badami; sister and brother-in-law: Joan and Larry Steele; grandchildren: Finn, Nate, Phoebe, Angelo, and Nico; many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Saturday May 12, 2012 at St. Elizabeth Ann Catholic Church, 114th & Fort St. Omaha, NE. VISITATION 5-7pm Friday with Vigil Service at 7 at the church. Memorials Planets Water. ROEDER MORTUARY
2727 North 108th St. 402-496-9000
Published in Omaha World-Herald on May 10, 2012
Late Notices sent by LUAVCS of Olsson, Furst and Hitchock
Edward D. Olsson
Olsson, Edward D.
Jun 1, 1945 – Dec 7, 2011
Preceded in death by parents Helge and Louise Olsson; son Gregory. Survived by wife Lynne; children Michael (Shari) Olsson, Kelly (Carl) Cromer, Deanna (Jason) Jenkins, Kristin Olsson; grandchildren Brooke, Paige, Lynn, Jack, Ethan, Emma, Quinn, Jacob and Parker; brothers Conrad (Jean) Olsson, Ken (Mary Ellen) Olsson.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Friday 11am Stonebridge Christian Church (15801 Butler Ave.) with full military honors by Millard AL #374 & VFW #8334. Family suggests 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 December 7 to December 9, 2011.
Carla Yonkie
Yonkie, Carla
Carla D. Yonkie, 76, of Bayard died Tuesday, April 24, 2012, at her home with her family by her side.
Carla was born Jan. 11, 1936, in Norton, Kan., to Carl and Marian (Meador) Caldwell. She was raised in Kansas and graduated from the Sublette, Kansas High School. She married Darrel R. Yonkie on Nov. 8, 1953, in Fremont. They lived in Rupert, Idaho, and Hungry Horse, Mont., for a time before returning to Fremont, where they lived for a number of years while both were employed at AT&T in Omaha. The couple moved to Dix in 1993 and lived there until 2003, when they moved to Bayard where Carla lived until her death. She and Darrel had been married for more than 50 years before his death in 2004.
Carla was a member of the church and enjoyed reading, Nebraska football, NASCAR racing and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Surviving Carla is her daughter, Cheryl (Jerold) Mascher of Bayard; and her sons, Darrel Russell (Annette) Yonkie of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Wayne (Rene’) Yonkie of Kirbyville, Mo. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Dale Duff, Darrel Robert Yonkie, Jacob Yonkie, Brooke Yonkie, Scott Mascher, Joseph Mascher, Shaun Yonkie, Jessie Yonkie, Scott Yonkie and Christina Mascher, along with 23 great-grandchildren and a brother, Dwayne Caldwell of Canon City, Colo.
Her parents and her husband preceded her in death.
The funeral will be 2 p.m. Friday at the A.C.T.S. United Pentecostal Church in Scottsbluff with the Rev. Duane Wallace officiating. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. today at Jolliffe Funeral Home in Scottsbluff and one hour prior to service time Friday at the church. Burial will be in Fairview Cemetery.
Memorials may be made in care of the family.
Her obituary may be viewed online at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com where online condolences may be left for the family.
We were notified of Jim/s passing on April 17th. by a retiree.
James J. Furst
Furst, James J.
Feb 22, 1951 – Mar 25, 2012
Age 61. Omaha. Preceded in death by his father Ben. Survived by mother Irene; brother Tom and wife Jerre; many nieces, nephews; cousins.
Family will be receiving friends on Thursday, March 29, 2012 from 4-7pm at Braman Mortuary (Southwest Chapel). Memorials to the Nebraska Humane Society or Madonna School. To leave a condolencevisit www.bramanmortuary.com
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144 St. 402-895-3400
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 27 to March 28, 2012
We were notified of Joyce’s passing at the April 18th quarterly meeting.
Joyce M. Hitchcock
Hitchcock, Joyce M.
Age 70 – Mar 18, 2012
LaVista, NE. Survived by husband Wessell W.; son, Robert Mattox, LaVista; daughter, Jody Smith, Papillion; grandchildren, Ryan and Krista Smith, Bobby Mattox; great-grandchildren, Alex and Jordan Smith; brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Janet Soukup.
VISITATION Wednesday, 4-8pm Bethany Chapel. FUNERAL Thursday, 10am Bethany Chapel. Interment Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorials to be directed by the family.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 20 to March 21, 2012
Ida Flott
Flott, Ida
Age 81
Retired Western Electric employee (30 Years). Preceded in death by husband, Roderick; sons, Nathan and Daryl; daughter, Shanon; and grandson, Shane. Survived by sons, Rick (Becky), George (Pati), Joseph (Linda), Russ
(Linda), Scott and Tyler Flott; daughters, Gayla (Mike) Svagera, and Tristen (Scott) Riha; 21 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; sisters, Joyce and Odette; brother, Alvah; many nieces and nephews.
FUNERAL MASS Tuesday 9:30am Holy Ghost Church. VISITATION Monday 4pm at Holy Ghost Church, with 7pm Vigil Service. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery. Memorials to Alzheimer’s Association or Pathways Hospice.
KORISKO LARKIN STASKIEWICZ
FUNERAL HOME
5108 “F” St. 402-731-1234
www.klsfuneralhome.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from April 15 to April 16, 2012
Bertha Heavican retired June 1, 1982.
Bertha M. Heavican
Heavican, Bertha M.
Jun 27, 1925 – Apr 5, 2012
Omaha. Survived by children, Leonard (Rose) Heavican, Edward, Sr. (Mary) Heavican, and Patricia (Scott) Robinson; grandchildren, Jennifer, Colleen, Edward, Jr., James, Gail, Kelly, Eric and Sean; great grandchildren, Reese and Isabel; and 3 siblings. Preceded in death by husband, John Heavican; and 7 siblings.
VISITATION with family 6-8pm Monday at Gretna Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Tuesday at Roeder Mortuary Gretna Chapel. Interment, West Lawn Cemetery.
ROEDER MORTUARY
Gretna Chapel
11710 Standing Stone Dr. 402-332-0090
www.RoederMortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from April 8 to April 9, 2012
Leland C. Allen
Allen, Leland C.
Gone Fishin’
Feb 18, 1923 – Mar 25, 2012
Age 89. Omaha. Preceded in death by wife, Donna L. Survived by children, Gary Allen, Souix Falls, SD, Diana Lewis (Carl), LaVista, Richard Allen, Omaha, Susan Parks (Tom), Omaha, Jon Patrick Allen (Donna), Omaha, Barb Jenny (Kevin), Gretna, Carol Theall (Dan), Gretna, JoAnne Pugh (Dave), Omaha, David Allen (Johnna), Omaha, Donald Allen, Omaha; grandchildren, Katherine, Broderick, Chris, Angela, Melinda, Laura, Rachelle, Lindsey, Drew, Mackenzie, Andrea, Michelle, Evelyn, Lillian, Ryan, Sarah, Virginia, Emma; great grandchildren, Cayden, Brianna, Haley, Dalton, Hunter, Noah, Aaron, Samuel, Gabe, Burke; sisters in law, Jolene Allen, Betty Johnson, Lillian Dunn, nephew, Mark Johnson and dear friend, Betty Priborski. Leland served with the 8th Army Air Corp during World War II, and retired from Western Electric serving 40 years.
VISITATION one hour prior to service. Celebration of Life Service Thursday 11am at Crosby Colonial Chapel. Private Inurnment. Memorial to Audubon Society of Omaha, P.O. Box 3542, Omaha, NE 68103. Military honors provided by VFW 8334 Millard and American Legion Post 374.
CROSBY BURKET
SWANSON-GOLDEN
Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Rd. 402-333-7200
www.crosby-burket.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from March 27 to March 28, 2012
Richard E. Barnes
Barnes, Richard E.
Mar 15, 1931 – Feb 29, 2012
Age 80. Grand Island, NE. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen; his 5 children; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; his stepchildren and their families; his brothers, Alvin Bernel Barnes, Byron Gene Barnes and wife Joan, and Gerald Mathiasen Barnes and wife Wanda.
FUNERAL SERVICES Saturday, March 3, 2012 at 2pm, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 South 14th Street. VISITATION Saturday 8am-2pm with family greeting friends at 1pm. Entombment following funeral at Lincoln Memorial Park Mausoleum. Cake and Coffee after entombment in lower level of funeral home. Condolences at www.lincolnfh.com
LINCOLN MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME
6800 S. 14th St, Lincoln, NE 68512-2311
Published in Omaha World-Herald on March 2, 2012
Donald M. Morgan
MORGAN, Donald M.,
Jul 19, 1933 – Feb 29, 2012.
Survived by longtime companion, Louella B. Gardner; brother, Joel Morgan; sister, Linda Rankin; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Saturday, 10am to 12noon at the West Center Chapel followed by MASONIC SERVICE at 12noon conducted by John J. Mercer Lodge #290, AF and AM. Interment in Guntersville, AL.
Memorials will be directed by the family.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK & CUTLER
Mortuaries and Crematories
7805 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
(402) 391-3900
Merle E Cook,
Cook, Merle E., 88
Died: Thursday, February 23, 2012, in Fremont
Merle was born on July 8, 1923 in Gandy, Nebraska to Adam and Ella (Philpot) Cook. He grew up in the Gandy area, the youngest of 6 children.
He served his country during WW II in the United States Air Force. Merle was currently a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 854 of Fremont.
On December 20, 1946, Merle was married to LaDonna Schaupp. They lived for a brief time in Iowa, then moved to Fremont. Merle was employed by Western Electric until he retired, then for 4 years he operated Cooky’s Lounge on west Military Ave. The couple lived in Loveland, Colorado from 1991 to 1995, when they returned to Fremont. In his earlier years, he coached little league baseball in Fremont.
Merle was preceded in death by his wife LaDonna in July of 1998, and by 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
Survivors: daughter – Denise and husband Jim Hughes of Fremont,son – Michael and wife Mary Cook of Franklin, Wisconsin, 4 grandchildren – Josh Cook,Jamie and husband Ben Adler, Joe Cook, Robb Steinpreis
The funeral service will be 2 PM Tuesday (Febr. 28, 2012) at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel, Fremont. The United States Flag will be presented to the family by the Fremont Honor Guard (American Legion Post 20 & VFW Post 854). The private committal will be in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Dodge County Humane Society. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary will be on Monday (Febr. 27th) from 2 to 8 PM, with the family present from 6 to 8 PM.
online guestbook @ www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Bernadine E. “Berny” Kunce,
Kunce, Bernadine E.
Age 83, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2012, at Midlands Living Center.
She was born November 15, 1928, in Denison, Iowa, to Bernard and Antonia (Ransom) Simons and graduated from
Thomas Jefferson High School in 1946. She attended business college and worked for AT&T for over 30 years
retiring in 1989, as a Mold Press Operator. Berny is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Pharris and Lewis Simons; sister, Mary Alice Hendrix; and best friend, Betty Kunce. Survivors include sister, Sandy Sweeney, of Council Bluffs; brothers, Thomas Simons (Dorothy), of Omaha, Neb., Enice Simons (Dorothy), of Council Bluffs; nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; friends, Shirley Demont and Bonnie Anderson.
Visitation with the family Sunday, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Cutler-O’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Bayliss Park Chapel. Graveside services Monday, 3 p.m., Cedar Lawn Cemetery with a luncheon to follow at Cutler-O’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Reception Center at Walnut Hill. Family and friends to meet at Cedar Lawn. Memorials to Nebraska Humane Society preferred.
Rita (Roberta) Schimonitz
Schimonitz, Rita (Roberta)
Age 83 – Feb 15, 2012
Born to the late William and Helen Shimkus on April 18, 1928, in Omaha, NE, Rita died peacefully in her sleep, after
an extended battle with COPD. She is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, Joseph; daughter, Linda Cuyler; and son, Robert; all of Omaha. Rita’s career began in house-wares at the Brandeis department store in downtown Omaha. She later went to work as a switchboard operator at Refinite. And after a stint as a salad lady at Anthony’s Steakhouse, she joined Western Electric in 1970, where she worked until her retirement from Lucent Technologies in 1993. Rita will long be remembered for her love of all things Christmas. She designed elaborate ornaments for the holiday she cherished, baked enough cookies to last until the 4th of July, and left her tree up from Thanksgiving till Ground-hog Day. She also loved to cook and read. And among her greatest treasures, she valued the many pets who brought joy into her home and light into her life. Rita has requested NO VISITATION OR SERVICES.
A CELEBRATION of Life will be announced at a later date. Memorials to the charity of your choice.
KORISKO LARKIN STASKIEWICZ
FUNERAL HOME
5108 “F” St. 402-731-1234
www.klsfuneralhome.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from February 18 to February 19, 2012
Elmer R. (Junior) Johnson
Johnson, Elmer R. (Junior)
Apr 14, 1939 – Feb 2, 2012
Age 72. Pahrump, NV. Preceded in death by parents, Elmer C. Johnson and Shirley E. Thorpe;
brother Jerry C. Johnson. Survived by wife of 35 years, Dolores (Dee) Johnson of Pahrump, NV;
daughter Vicki Frey (Ron); son Rodney Johnson (Rhonda) of Omaha; step-daughters Ginger Shenk
(Larry), Deborah Bunn (Harvey), Lori Lang (John) of Fremont, NE; and step-son Randy Dodd (Diane)
of Pleasant Hill, CA; 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Elmer was a Tool and Die Maker
for 31 years at AT&T Technologies. He retired in 1989 and moved to Pahrump, NV, where he became a
real estate agent for an additional 18 years. He loved country music and was lead guitarist and
vocals for the band, “Off the Wall.”
MEMORIAL SERVICE: Sunday, February 19, 2012 at 3pm at Scott Conference Center, 6450 Pine St, Omaha,
NE with lunch following.
Published in Omaha World-Herald from February 17 to February 19, 2012
Thomas J. LaRocca Sr.
LaRocca, Thomas J., Sr.
Age 95
Scribner, NE, formerly of Fremont, NE. Survived by sons James (Mary) LaRocca and Thomas J.
LaRocca, Jr., all of Fremont, Jeffrey LaRocca, Springfield, MO, John (Sandy) LaRocca, Omaha, NE,
Joel LaRocca, Fremont, and Jayme (Angela) LaRocca, Kansas City, KS; daughters Joanne (Robert)
Gemar, Fremont and Jeri (Jon Dennis) Nutzman, Lowden, IA; sisters Loretta (Jim) Nestle and
JoAnn Dausch, all of Tampa, FL; 18 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great
grandchild.
MEMORIAL MASS 11am Saturday, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Fremont. VISITATION 3-8pm Friday
with family receiving friends 5-7pm and a K of C Rosary 7pm at funeral home. Burial with military
honors at Calvary Cemetery, Fremont. Memorials to Sons of Italy or Archbishop Bergan Elementary School.
MOSER MEMORIAL CHAPEL
2170 N Somers Ave Fremont, NE 68025
402-721-4490
www.mosermemorialchapels.com
Sheila Marie Moberg
Moberg, Sheila Marie
Aug 5, 1937 – Feb 13, 2012
Sheila lived life like she fought her illness, with dignity and grace. She is survived by her
husband, Walter (Wally); sons, Walter Jr. and Ron; grandchildren, Ashley and Amanda; great
granddaughter, Londyn; sisters, Joyce and Gail; brother, James Moore; many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her mother, Florence and husband, James Moore. In lieu of flowers memorials
to Parkinson’s or Lung Cancer Association. PRIVATE FAMILY SERVICEs will be held Friday,
February 17, 2012 at 11am at the funeral home. VISITATION Thursday 5-7pm. 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 February 15 to February 16, 2012
Retired from Western Electric – worked in the Cable Plant.
Marie N. Mattox
Mattox, Marie N.
May 27, 1918 – Jan 31, 2012
Preceded in death by husband William “Bill” H Mattox. Survived by daughter Dorothy Verl Barnard;
son and daughter in law Gilbert B. and Brenda; grandchildren Angela Lombana, Susan Rubes,
Karen Giessinger, Vincent Barnard and Patrick Mead; sister Viola Reese.
SERVICES Saturday 1pm West Center Chapel. Interment West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery.
VISITATION begins Friday 6pm with family receiving friends 6-8pm at the chapel.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from February 2 to February 3, 2012
Richard was an inspector in 50 Bldg.
Richard R. Rockwell
Rockwell, Richard R.”Rocky”
Apr 9, 1940 – Jan 30, 2012
Preceded in death by father, Alton Rockwell; brother, Mike Rockwell. Survived by daughters
and sons-in-law, Robbin Cogdill (Chad), Kimberly Dubas (Jim); son, Randy Rockwell; 4
grandchildren: 12-year-old twins, Cory and Alyssa Dubas, 6-year-old twins, Grant and Blake
Cogdill; mother, Minnie Walstead; sisters: Jan Finch (Bob), Terri Headley (Dave), Pam Hunt (Ed);
brother, Norm Rockwell (Alyce).
The family will receive friends Thursday, 5pm to 8pm at the West Center Chapel. SERVICES Friday,
11am, West Center Chapel with military rites by Millard American Legion Post 374 and VFW Post 8334.
Help celebrate his life by wearing HUSKER colors. Memorials may be directed to Nebraska Lung
Association or to the family.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
Published in Omaha World-Herald from February 1 to February 3, 2012
Jim B. Wilson
Wilson, Jim B.
Aug 6, 1948 – Jan 22, 2012
Age 63. Omaha. Jim is survived by his wife, Ellen; daughter Kathy; sons, Jamie and daughter-in-law
Shanna, and Jay; granddaughters, Cayden and Leighton of Omaha; grandson, Holden James of Omaha;
brother Teddy; sisters Roberta and Shirley; numerous nieces and nephews; and many wonderful and
beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Bernice Wilson.
MEMORIAL SERVICE 10:30am Saturday, January 28, 2012 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Battle Creek,
NE. Pastors Richard Snow and William Moorhead will officiate. Visitation Friday 6-8pm at the
church in Battle Creek. Jim was a consummate jokester. Stories and thoughts are very much
appreciated and may be sent to the family at: wilsonmustache48@gmail.comMemorials may be
directed to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent to 3406 Koenigstein Avenue #18,
Norfolk, NE, 68701.
BROCKHAUS-HOWSER-FILLMER
FUNERAL HOME
Norfolk, NE 402-371-2960
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 26 to January 27, 2012
Dean Howard Olsen
Olsen, Dean Howard
Jan 23, 2012
Dean was born on March 27, 1926 to the union of John and Dagma (Thompson) Olson of Missouri
Valley, Ia. Dean was preceded in death by his parents, brother Glen Olsen of Persia, la, sister
Loretta Christensen of Council Bluffs, la., life partner of 25 years Evelyn Suverkrubbe, grandson John Bighia, and granddaughter Jennifer (Bowling) Renolds. Dean Olsen is survived by his nine children, sons, Gary D. Olsen and
wife Janet; Michael E. Olsen and wife Susan; John E. Olsen and wife Cathy; daughters Rita Fidler and husband Russell; Bonnie Francis and husband Martin; Sandra Luna and husband Vince; all of Council Bluffs la, Linda Olsen of Derby, Kansas; Connie Treat and husband Bud of Meeker. Oklahoma and Debra Thacker of Destin, Florida; brothers Eugene Olsen and wife Betty of Council Bluffs. la; Kenneth Olsen and wife Marilyn of Tulsa, Ok.; sisters Ester Nelson of Neola, la; Bernice Hooge and husband Lowell of Council Bluffs, la; 27 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of other family and friends. Dean was inducted into the United States Army on January 24, 1945 at Ft Levenworth Kansas and after a tour of duty in the Phillippines returned to the States and was discharged on 11/25/46 at Camp Beale California. Dean farmed in the Missouri Valley and Bee Bee town area until 1954 when he took a jab at Armour and Company and eventually moving his family to Omaha, Ne. Dean worked as an inspector for Armour until they closed their doors in 1968. Dean secured a job with Western Electric prior to Armour shutting down and worked both jobs full time for six months. He retired April 28, 1989 after 21 years of service. Dean was not one to sit idle so the following spring he took a part time job at Bag and Save Grocery Stores as a sack boy, and after a short time he was promoted to cold beer and dairy manager and continued working there full time for another six years.
VISITATION with the family is Wednesday 6-8PM at the Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home & Crematory.
MEMORIAL SERVICE is Thursday 11AM at the funeral home. A reception will follow the service in
the Hoy-Kilnoski Community Room. Inurnment will take place after the reception in the Grange
Cemetery. The family will direct memorials.
HOY – KILNOSKI
FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
1221 North 16th Street
Council Bluffs, IA 51501
712-256-9988
www.hoyfuneral.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 25 to January 26, 2012
Delbert C. O’Neal
O’Neal, Delbert C.
Born: October 26, 1946 Plattsmouth, Nebraska
Died: January 18, 2012 Papillion, Nebraska
Delbert was preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers and one nephew. Delbert is
survived by his wife Marilyn, Ashland; children and spouses Jennifer O’Neal, LaVista, NE;
Ryan, PA (Christine) O’Neal, Kansas City, KS; Sheri (Mike) Mundy, Omaha, NE; 4 grandsons
Isaac, Sam and Max O’Neal and Mason Mundy, other relatives and friends.
Delbert C. O’Neal was born October 26, 1946 in Plattsmouth, NE to Clyde E. and Carrie Helen
(Kerns) O’Neal. He passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2012 at Midlands Hospital, Papillion,
NE at the age of 65. Delbert grew up and attended school in Yutan, graduating from Yutan High
School in 1965. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He later retired from the US
Army Reserves after 20 years of service.
Funeral Service: Tuesday, January 24, 2012 2:00 PM
Cedar Hill United Methodist Church, Rural Greenwood, Nebraska
Interment – Cedar Hill Cemetery, Rural Greenwood, Nebraska
Visitation: Monday, January 23, 2011 ~ 4:00-7:00 PM
Marcy Chapel, Ashland, Nebraska and one hour prior to the service
Memorials: Cedar Hill United Methodist Church or
Ashland Fire and Rescue Squad
Ron retired from the Omaha Works 9-2-1997. Ron worked in the PMI lab in the 30bldg. Ron was also a veteran.
Ron A. Proctor
Proctor, Ron A.
Age 72 – Jan 18, 2012
Ashland, NE. Died at his home. Survived by wife Elaine; sons Blaine Proctor, Kansas City, MO,
Tracy Proctor, Syracuse, NE; grandchildren Jenifer and Joshua Proctor, Wahoo, NE; sisters in law,
Pat Proctor, Ashland, Myrtle Proctor, Omaha, NE; brother in law, Irvin Stephenson, Council Bluffs,
IA; preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Esther Proctor; brothers, Jerry and Jack Proctor;
sisters, Betty, Lois, Marjorie and Elaine.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday, Jan. 21, 2012 at 11:30am at United Methodist Church, Ashland. Private
inurnment Ashland Cemeter. No Visitation. Memorials to United Methodist Church or The Salvation
Army. More information at www.marcysvoboda.com
MARCY MORTUARY
Ashland, NE 402-944-3343
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 19 to January 20, 2012
Darwin Fager notified us that Evelyn Dawson has passed away. She retired from the Works 10-28-19
Evelyn Dawson
Dawson, Evelyn
Apr 27, 1932 – Jan 13, 2011
MEMORIAL SERVICES Friday January 20, 2012 at 6pm, PowerHouse Church – Elder Bobby R. Murray, 2553 Browne St. Omaha, NE
For more info go to www.omaha.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on January 18, 2012Judy Stroy notified us that Fred Wolski has passed away. He retired from the Works 5-8-2005
Frederick M. Wolski
WOLSKI, Frederick M.,
Mar 17, 1942 – Jan 16, 2012.Survived by sons and daughter-in-law, Frederick Wolski, Jr., Michael and Anne Wolski.
SERVICES Friday, 1pm, West Center Chapel. The family will receive friends Thursday, 6pm to 8pm at the West Center Chapel.
Memorials are suggested to Nebraska Humane Society.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK & CUTLER
Mortuaries and Crematories
7805 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
(402) 391-3900
Marlene Majeski reports that Virginia Hawkins who retired from the Omaha Works when we were AT&T has passed away.
Virginia Hawkins
Hawkins, Virginia
Aug 8, 1927 – Jan 14, 2012
Preceded in death by husband Tilden Hawkins; sons, Steven and Michael; and sister Doris Gatrost. Survived by significant other Burt Post; sister Betty Kelley; son Thomas Hawkins (Marilyn); daughter Ruth Thrasher (Larry); son Donald Hawkins (Kim); son Ronald Hawkins (Mary); 10 grandchildren; and 5 great grandchildren.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Thursday, January 19, 2012, 10am at Elk Ridge Independent Living Community Theater Room located at 19301 Seward Plaza, Elkhorn, NE 68022. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer’s Association in memory of Virginia Hawkins at the local chapter located at 1941 South 42nd Street, Ste. 205, Omaha, NE 68105 or donate on-line at www.ALZ.Org.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from January 16 to January 17, 2012