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Don Hanrahan notified us of the passing of Robert.
Robert Morton
Morton, Robert
Robert Morton, 90, passed away peacefully on Dec. 29, 2014.
Robert was born in Duluth to Ada Blanche and Roland Morton.
He graduated from Duluth Central High School in 1943. Robert served in the US Navy during World War II, mainly in the South Pacific. Robert spent most of his career as an instructor at AT&T in Omaha, Neb., returning to Duluth following his retirement. Robert was a member of the Lake Avenue Loafers for many years, and enjoyed playing golf and taking long drives in the country. Robert is preceded in death by his brother Donald; and twin sisters Lorraine and Dorothy. He is survived by his devoted nieces, Wendy Morton and Connie Morton, and sister-in-law, Nita Morton who reside in the Palm Springs, Calif., area, and lifelong friend, Hans Eng of Duluth. Arrangements by Cremation Society of Minnesota, Duluth. Burial at Sunrise Memorial Cemetery at a later date.
Patricia A. McCauley
McCauley, Patricia A.
McCauley, Patricia A. Oct 1, 1945 – Dec 29, 2014 Trenton, NE. Survived by husband of 32 years, Dennis McCauley, children DeAnna Murcek (Mike), Joseph Abramo (Jackie Haeg), Denise Abramo (Scott Hansen), John Abramo Jr (Jen), Amanda McCauley; grandchildren Ty, Zane, Jackson, Colton, Ashley, Brianna, Austin, Zoe, and Lily. Family Arden and Marilyn Schacht of Fairbury, NE; former husband John S. Abramo of Omaha, NE; and Joe Abramo (Joann) of Port St. Lucie, FL; Adeline DeCarlo (Vito) and Saverio Abramo (Olive) of North Collins, NY. Numerous nieces and nephews. Many dear friends in Trenton. ROSARY 7pm Thursday January 1, 2015; St. James Catholic Church, Trenton, NE. FUNERAL MASS with Father Lowtar Guilda, St, James Catholic Church Trenton, NE, 2:30pm, Friday, January 2, 2015. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. James Catholic Church, 117 West B St., Trenton, NE 69044; or Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital, 5401 S. St., Lincoln, NE 68506
Dale retired from the Works on 10/31/1988
Dale DeBoer
DeBoer, Dale
7/10/1935 – 12/24/2014
Omaha – Preceded in death by Wife: Rosie DeBoer; Survived by Children: Jeff DeBoer, Malanie (Terry) Lunn, Rob DeBoer; 7 Grandchildren; 1 Great-grandchild; Brother: John (Elaine) DeBoer; Special Friend: Sally Stancavage; And a host of other loving family and friends.
Visitation: Sunday, December 28, 2014, 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Roeder Mortuary, 2727 N. 108th Street, Omaha, Nebraska. Service: Monday, December 29, 2014, 10:00 AM, Roeder Mortuary, 2727 N. 108th Street
Omaha, Nebraska. Interment: Forest Lawn Cemetery, Omaha, Nebraska. Memorial Contributions to
Alzheimer’s Association
Bob Dostert was in management and retired from the Works on 4/1/1982
Robert E. “Bob” Dostert
Dostert, Robert E. “Bob”
Rancho Mirage, CA
Bob passed away at his home in Rancho Mirage, CA on November 1, 2014. We have no other information about Bob at this time. George Parkerson received this message from Bob Pierson. If anyone can furnish more information regarding an obituary, we will pass it along to all. George: I just had a phone call from Bob Dostert’s son, William, who informed me that Bob had died on Nov 1. He was 97 years old and retired from Western Electric in 1982. He was residing in California. He is survived by his wife Murene, son, and two daughters. One of the daughters lives in Rome, Italy. Bob Pierson
Pat retired February 8, 1990 & worked in gold room, 30 bldg.
Patrick Lee McAcy
McAcy, Patrick Lee
Patrick Lee McAcy, Apr 16, 1931 – Dec 13, 2014 Preceded in death by wife, Irene; daughter, Patricia. Survived by sons: Mark, Kevin (Teresa), Keith, and Shawn (Sandra); daughters, Barbara Herek (Ray) and Kathleen DeJohn (Sam); 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends Wednesday, 5pm to 7pm, with VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm, all at the West Center Chapel. SERVICES Thursday, 11am, West Center Chapel. Interment, Calvary Cemetery with military rites by Millard American Legion Post 374 and VFW Post 8334. Memorials will be directed by the family.
HEAFEY-HOFFMANN-DWORAK-CUTLER WEST CENTER CHAPEL
7805 W. Center Rd.
402-391-3900 www.heafeyheafey.com
Posted in Obits on Monday, December 15, 2014 12:00 am.
Lorna retired from the Works on 2/1/1985
Lorna M. Stroy
Stroy, Lorna M.
Stroy, Lorna M. Feb 19, 1924 – Dec 12, 2014 Age 90. Murdock, NE. She is survived by children, Carol Boes of San Mateo, CA, Philip and Judy Stroy of Murdock, Peggy and George Mills of Raymond, NE, and Marilyn and Danny Kerans of Cedar Creek, NE; 7 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sister, Donna and Thaine Tomlinson; and many nieces and nephews, and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Philip and Effa Stroller; husband Elbert; 2 brothers; 3 sisters; and son-in-law Bill Boes. She worked for Western Electric for 20 years. FUNERAL SERVICE on Tuesday, December 16, at 10:30am at Trinity Lutheran Church in Murdock, with burial at the Church Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. VISITATION on Monday, December 15, 1-9pm, with the family greeting friends 6-8pm, all at the Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent to: www.fusselmanallenharvey.com
FUSSELMAN-ALLEN-HARVEY FUNERAL HOME
413 Elm Street,
Louisville, NE 402-234-3985
Maritza Marty D. Carlson
Carlson, Maritza Marty D.
Maritza “Marty” D. Carlson, 73, of Lincoln, passed away on Monday, Dec. 8, 2014. Marty was born on Feb. 22, 1941 in Panama City, Panama to Vernel and Rita (Zambrano) Ploche. She came to the USA when she was 18. She attended Nebraska Wesleyan University and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She retired from Lucent Technologies (Omaha) after 31 years of work.
Marty is survived by her husband, Gayle of Lincoln; children, Jim (Julie) Carlson of Yardley, Pa. and Rita (Mark) Walz of Lincoln; grandchildren, Sarah, Rebecca, and Elizabeth Carlson, Ethan and Amanda Walz; siblings, Vilma (Gordon) Robinett of Ft. Mojave, Ariz. and Federico Ploche of Panama City, Panama. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, at Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home, 4040 A Street, Lincoln. Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be left at www.bmlfh.com
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Marie A Biga
Biga, Marie A
Biga, Marie A. Age 93 – Dec 6, 2014 Preceded in death by husband, Emil F. Biga, Sr.; sons, Joseph Biga, Dr. Timothy Biga. Survived by sons, Emil F. Jr. (LaVonne) Biga, Kevin (Gay) Biga, Blase (Sandy) Biga; daughters, Jane (Barry) Wilson, Dianne (Larry) Vanourney, Mary (Robert) Kurcz; daughter-in-law, Nancy Biga; 26 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; brother, Joseph Krajicek; sister-in-law, Dolores Crnkovich. The family wishes to thank the staff at Mable Rose for their love and devotion to Marie’s spirit and personality over the past 2 years. The family would also like to thank the members of St. Stanislaus for their prayers and support. VISITATION Tuesday after 4pm with 6:30pm Vigil Service at the Funeral Home. FUNERAL Wednesday 9:50am Bethany Funeral Home Chapel to St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, 41st and J Street for 10:30am MASS of CHRISTIAN BURIAL. Interment Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorials requested to St. Stanislaus Church or the Alzheimer’s Association. BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
ALBERT ALBIN age 91, He retired 2/12/86
Albert Charles Albin
Albin, Albert Charles
Apr 29, 1923 – Dec 4, 2014 Age 91. Omaha. Merchant Marine. Preceded in death by son, Larry Albin. Survived by wife, Mauricette Prettyman Albin; step-daughter, Michele Foote; step-son, Rev. Richard Prettyman; 8 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many friends. VISITATION Monday from 5-7pm at Westlawn Hillcrest Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE Tuesday 10am at Westlawn Hillcrest Chapel. Interment Westlawn Hillcrest Cemetery. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST Memorial Park Funeral Home 5701 Center Street 402-556-2500 www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Remembering Albert Albin by Darrel “Suds” Suddeth
I also think Al worked in Plant Trades. But before that work assignment, he worked near me on a pair of tandem lines in Bldg. 50 in the fall of 1958. He was full of interesting sea stories of his days serving as a merchant seaman during WWII. He sailed aboard Liberty ships and had many wild war stories. One of my favorite was the time he was aboard a ship in a convoy to Murmansk and his battle station was to man a wooden (fake) 4” gun on the fantail. If a U Boat surfaced near the convoy, the merchant seamen “gun crew” would run to the wooden deck gun and point it at the U Boat hoping to convince the U Boat Captain to dive. I remember another story when his ship carried trucks to Iran and the ship’s company was instructed to “train” men who had never driven a truck before to drive a truck north to the Soviet Union. He told me the crew members would get a man into the driver seat, show him how to step on the clutch, start the engine and show him how to let the clutch ‘out’ and point the direction he should drive and turn him loose. Al Albin was full of interesting stores for a twenty year old co-worker.
Ralph retired on 2/11/1987
Ralph H. Hoffmann
Hoffmann, Ralph H.
Hoffmann, Ralph H. Retired employee Western Electric. Preceded in death by parents, Herbert and Evelyn; brother, Mike; brothers-in-law, Leroy Schroeder, Vince VoorVart, Lucian Paprocki, Bill Wilson; father-in-law, Irvin Willms. Survived by wife Karen; daughter and son-in-law, Robin and Dan White, Kansas City, MO; son and daughter-in-law, Rock and Denise Hoffmann, Sedalia, MO; grandchildren, Sarah and Lauren White, Nichole and Austin Hoffmann; sisters and brothers-in-law, Charlotte Paprocki, Theresa and Ken Watkins, Janet Schroeder, Norma VoorVart, Mary and Pat Hurley, Rose Wilson, Catherine and Ed Lickteig; sister-in-law, Marolyn Hoffmann; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Willms; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. FUNERAL SERVICES Monday, November 24 at 10am St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 5801 Oak Hills Drive. Interment Mt. Auburn Cemetery. VISITATION Sunday at church 4-6pm wake service 6:30pm. Military honors by Millard American Legion Post #373. Memorials to family choice. www.kahlerdolcemortuary.com
KAHLER DOLCE
441 N. Washington St.
Papillion, NE 402-339-3232
Ed reitred on 10/201991
Edwin Cooperrider
Cooperrider, Edwin
Cooperrider, Edwin J. Aug 17, 1923 – Nov 19, 2014 Age 91. Preceded in death by his wife Jean Cooperrider; son Craig Cooperrider. Survived by his daughter Candy (Jim) Work; daughter-in-law Sue (Alan) Oliva; 9 grandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; many relatives and friends. FUNERAL SERVICE 10:30am Saturday, November 22, 2014 with family receiving friends from 9-10:30am at Calvary Lutheran Church, 2941 N 80th St, Omaha. Interment Mount Hope Cemetery. To leave a condolence visit: www.bramanmortuary.com
BRAMAN MORTUARY
72nd St. Chapel 1702 N. 72nd St.
Omaha, NE 402-391-2171
Willard N. “Bill” Reeve
Reeve, Willard N. “Bill”
Reeve, Willard N. “Bill” Age 86 Omaha. Died November 14, 2014. Beloved husband, father, and grandfather. 35-year employee of Western Electric. Survived by wife Delores “Dee”; sons, Kent (Erin) Reeve, Charles (Kathy) Klemz, Craig (Kathy) Klemz, Chris Klemz; daughters, Catherine (Chris) Johnson, Judy Underwood, Carolyn (Jeff) Chaffin, and Cynthia (Gary) Guth; 15 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren. MEMORIAL SERVICE 3pm Sunday, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Valley with a reception to follow. Private interment. Memorials to Alzheimer’s Research or the church. Condolences to www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com
REICHMUTH FUNERAL HOMES
21901 West Maple 402-289-2222
Eugene Wolski is in the paper today. He worked in Cable Plant.
Eugene R. “Boompa” Wolski
Wolski, Eugene R. “Boompa”
Wolski, Eugene R. “Boompa” Age 76 Passed away peacefully November 15, 2014. Beloved husband, father and grandfather. Survived by loving wife of 55 years, Marlene; daughters, Marla Lastovica (Bill), Michelle McCullers (Kenny Fenton); grandchildren Melissa Oestmann (Jamie), David McCullers, Brian Lastovica; great grandchildren; sister, Phyllis Wees (Danny); nephews; cousins; many friends. VISITATION at St. Bernadette Church, 7600 S. 42nd St., Tuesday after 5pm with 7pm VIGIL SERVICE at the Church. MASS of CHRISTIAN BURIAL 10am Wednesday at St. Bernadette Church. Entombment St. John Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorials will be directed by the family.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Max Engler
Engler, Max
Engler, Max Jan 15, 1933 – Nov 13, 2014 Max worked at Western Electric for 34 years and was a proud member of the IBEW. Survived by wife, Ruth; children, Diane (Ken) Oster, Evonne (Craig) Joerz, Timothy Engler, Patrick Engler & Bill Grasso, Tina (Rick) Poole, Amy Engler; grandchildren, Andrea, Kenny, Kim, Mike, T.J., Brian, Josh, Jake, Ally, Valerie; 6 great grandchildren. FUNERAL SERVICE Monday, 11am at Braman Mortuary, Southwest Chapel. VISITATION Sunday 6-7:30pm with a 7:30pm Prayer Service at the mortuary. Private Interment Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery, Lincoln, NE. Memorials to the family’s choice. To leave a condolence, visit www.bramanmortuary.com
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel 6505 S. 144 St. 402-895-3400
Ed was a supervisor in 30 bldg.
Edward L. Shobe, Sr.
Shobe, Sr., Edward L.
Shobe, Sr., Edward L. Age 80 – Nov 7, 2014 Preceded in death by parents, Virgil and Doris Lewis Shobe; brother, Milton Shobe; wife, Beverly Jean Shobe. Survived by wife, Ethel Landrum Shobe, Matthews, NC; son, Edward (Jennifer) Shobe, Jr.; daughter, Stephanie Williams Shobe, Omaha; brother, Willis (Diana) Shobe, Los Angeles, CA; 5 grandchildren; Stephen, Caitlyn, Amea, Jasmine, Kyle. VISITATION 6-8pm Friday, Mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Saturday, St. Benedict Church, 2423 Grant St. Interment: Calvary Cemetery
THOMAS FUNERAL HOME
3920 N. 24th St. 402-453-7111
Terry R. Lewis
Lewis, Terry R.
Jun 24, 1950 – Nov 7, 2014
Graduated from Omaha North High in 1968; retired from Lucent Technologies in 2000. Preceded in death by parents, Don and Dorothy Lewis; brother, Ted Lewis. Survived by wife, Linda; children: Terry (Michelle), Jeremy (Kim), Wendy Tristan (Dave); brother, Wayne Lewis; eleven grandchildren.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, November 11th from 4pm to 5:30pm with MEMORIAL SERVICE at 5:30pm, all at the West Center Chapel. Memorials may be directed to the family.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK & CUTLER
Mortuaries and Crematories
7805 West Center Road
(402) 391-3900
John worked in 50 bld. second shift, insulating lines. He retired 9-1-2003.
John E. Vanderheiden
Vanderheiden, John E.
Apr 4, 1944 – Oct 17, 2014 Age 70. Died peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. A 1962 graduate of Boys Town and service member of USAF 1962-1966, John loved life and lived it to the fullest always. He is survived by wife Terri Vanderheiden, sons John, Brian and David, stepdaughters Lyn (d.1986), Leigh Ann Delli Colli and Lori Sassen, brother James Vanderheiden, sisters Marie Lindstrom, Mary (Mitch) Miller and Susan (Sam) Jensen, seven grandchildren; four great grandchildren. He was VERY loved by all. MEMORIAL PENDING. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to PANCAN.org or Hospice. Written memories/stories are appreciated and can be sent to c/o LA Delli Colli, PO Box 77995, Charlotte, NC, 28271.
Posted in Obits on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 12:00 am. Updated: 12:01 pm.
Earl James McLean
McLean, Earl James
Oct 8, 1927 – Oct 19, 2014
Born in Chicago, Illinois, son of William N. and Bessie (Pondelicek) McLean; passed away in his home. Earl is survived by his four children and grandchild. His survivors include Christopher McLean and daughter Chloe of Washington, DC; Jill Odegaard and husband Davin of Minneapolis, MN; Thomas McLean of Dunedin, New Zealand; Beth Winkler and husband Anthony of Ypsilanti, MI; and his sister Frances of Sanibel, FL. Earl was predeceased by his wife Joan (Wolski) McLean and his brother William.
Earl worked as an engineer and executive at Western Electric for 36 years. In 1946 and 1947 he served in the US Army. He was trained in the repair of cryptographic machines and spent much of his service time in Japan and the Pacific. Graduating from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, in 1952 with a degree in industrial engineering, he began working for Western Electric that same year. Earl married Joan in 1954, and the family moved as Earl advanced in the company, from Chicago to Flemington, NJ, to Elmhurst, IL, to Portland, OR, and finally settling in Omaha in 1970. He worked as a senior executive at the Omaha Works until his retirement, by which time it was known as AT&T Technologies.
Joan worked as a pharmacist and was owner of The Prescription Center in Omaha from 1985 to 2000. Earl helped out at the pharmacy following his retirement in 1988, and joined Joan in volunteering at St. Wenceslaus Parish. He kept active with home repair projects and generously shared his handyman skills with family and friends. He loved driving, gardening, and visiting the Omaha Zoo, first with his children, and later with his grandchild.
VISITATION begins Friday, Nov 14th at 2pm at the West Center Chapel, with family receiving friends from 5pm to 7pm and VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Saturday, Nov 15th at 9:30am at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 15353 Pacific Street. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Omaha Zoo Foundation, 3701 South 10th Street, Omaha, NE, 68107 www.omahazoofoundation.org
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK & CUTLER
Mortuaries and Crematories
7805 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
(402) 391-3900
John retired on 5/30/1986
John E. Voss
Voss, John E.
Age 85 – Oct 15, 2014
Formerly of Bennington, NE. Died in St. Peter’s, MO. Preceded in death by wife Helen and son Charles. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, John and Ann of Berthoud, CO, Tom and Kay, and Ken and Julie of St. Peter’s, MO; daughter-in-law Teresa of Omaha; 11 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; sister Elaine Boisen of Omaha. GRAVESIDE SERVICE 11am Monday, October 20, 2014 at Flower Hill Cemetery near Bennington with military honors. VISITATION Sunday from Noon to 5pm with family receiving friends from 3-5pm at the funeral home in Bennington. Memorials to Boys Town of Omaha. Condolences to: www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com.
HADAN GOLDEN REICHMUTH MORTUARY Bennington, NE 402-238-2291
Ed retired in June of 1983.
Edward Earl Stewart
Stewart, Edward Earlt
September 14th, 2014, Age 90
Survived by wife, Lela; sister, Thelma Kerr; daughters, De Shone, Sherry, and Vanita; sons, Edward “Butch”, Stanley, Olen, Irving, Marvin, Lenier, Michael, Steve, Andrew, and Brian; niece, LaJoyce; nephews, Donald and Reginald; more than 20 grandchildren; and more than 30 great grandchildren. Retired from Western Electric/ATT phone company for over 35 years.
VIEWING and WAKE on Tuesday start at 6pm at Allen Chapel at AME Church (2842 Monroe St.). FUNERAL on Wednesday at 12 Noon at Allen Chapel at AME Church. Send floral arrangement to Good Shephard Funeral Home.
Former Cable Former in PBX and 50 Bldg.
and setup man in central office connectors – retired 12-5-1991.
Charles Franklin Mellick
Mellick, Charles Franklin
1/2/1934 – 9/10/2014
Charles Franklin Mellick was born on a farm near Meadow Grove, NE on January 2, 1934, the son of George and Mary Mellick. He died September 10, 2014 at the Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Mary Jo Nelson and niece, Jo Ellen Nelson.
He married Mary Jo Hupp in Norfolk, NE on June 23, 1957. She survives him as do their three children and their families. Mark Mellick and wife, Carol, and their daughters, Sarah (Jake) Svacina and Allison Mellick; David (Kathy) Mellick and their children Storm Mellick, Rowan Mellick, Austin Schoonover and Mollie Schoonover; Amy (Luke)Barker and their children, Noah, Zachary, MaryBeth, Mark, Lily and Jonah Barker. He is also survived by two great granddaughters, Vivian Svacina and Noelle Schoonover.
Chuck was a graduate of Battle Creek, NE High School. He served four years in the United States Air Force. He was employed by Western Electric (Lucent) for over 35 years. A Charter Member of King of Kings Lutheran Church, his happiest times were when he was spending time with his family. He enjoyed traveling and bicycling on area trails.
The past years he lived at the Eastern Nebraska Veterans Home, and his wife and family want to express their thanks for the excellent, loving care he received there.
Memorial Service Monday, September 15, 11:00 AM at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 11615 I Street, Omaha. Visitation with the family at church beginning at 10:00 A.M. prior to the service.
Private Inurnment Prospect Hill Cemetery, Norfolk, NE.
Walter retired from the Works on 7/1/1994. Walt was in engineering, 50 Bldg.
Walter Onisk
Onisk, Walter
• December 28, 1931 – July 8, 2014
• Adams, Oregon
Walter was born on December 28, 1931 and passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2014.
Walter was a resident of Adams, Oregon at the time of his passing.
He is survived by his wife Lucille.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday, July 12, 2014 at the St. James Catholic Church in Cortland with Father Leo Seiker officiating. Inurnment will in the Highland Cemetery, Adams. There will be no viewing or visitation as cremation has taken place. The Rosary will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday at the church.
A memorial has been established to the family’s choice with the funeral home in charge.
Retired from the Works on 3/31/1995
Bona L. Bonnie Nicholson
Nicholson, Bona L. Bonnie
Nicholson, Bona L. “Bonnie” Dec 13, 1929 – Aug 21, 2014
Preceded in death by husband of 56 years, Glenwood Nicholson; grandson, Brian Fast; sisters, Lois and Donna. Survived by son, Larry Nicholson (Sophia); daughter, Kathy Fast; brother, Harry McKinney (Arlene); brother-in-law, Jim Taylor; many grandchildren and great grandchildren. The family will receive friends Monday 5-7pm at the West Center Chapel.
SERVICES Tuesday at 10am, West Center Chapel. Interment, Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials will be directed by the family.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Joyce Ann Howard
Howard, Joyce Ann
Date of Birth
June 12, 1951
Tecumseh, Nebraska
Entered into Rest
August 18, 2014
Omaha, Nebraska
Memorial Service
Friday, August 22, 2014 ~ 11:00 a.m.
Riverview Community Church ~ Ashland, Nebraska
Private Interment
Memorials
In Care of the Family
Joyce Ann Howard, 63 of Ashland, NE, entered into rest on Monday, August 18, 2014 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha. She was born June 12, 1951 in Tecumseh, NE to Clarence and Alice (Johnson) Sobotta. Joyce attended St. Patrick School and then graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School in 1969. On April 13, 1985, she was united in marriage to Ken Howard at the American Lutheran Church in Ashland. Joyce worked at AT&T in Omaha for 30 years until her retirement in 2012.
Joyce was a member of the American Legion #129 Auxiliary. She loved riding her bike with grandkids and she always loved traveling. Spending time outdoors in the summer months, usually without shoes, brought her enjoyment. She enjoyed going to the beach, camping, and boating. Joyce loved visiting with friends and most of all spending time with her family.
She is survived by husband, Ken Howard; children, Tanya (Sean) Brauckmuller of Ashland and Mindy (Joe Erdkamp) Mahoney of Omaha; grandchildren, Zane, Wyatt, Kade, Jaden, and Ryder; mother, Alice Sobotta of Lincoln; sister, Judy (Kenny) Maresh of Lincoln; nephew, Larry Lohmann.
Preceded in death by father, Clarence Sobotta.
Duane worked in Trades and retired August 16, 1986
Duane A. Suhr
Suhr, Duane A.
Jan 2, 1933 – Aug 13, 2014
Sun City West, AZ. Passed away in Surprise, AZ. Born in Belgrade, NE. Survived by wife, Carol; daughters, Diane Monzu and husband Bill, and Connie Lemon of Litchfield Park, AZ; sons, Jim Suhr and wife Mindy of Silver City, NM, and Wayne Suhr and wife Melissa of Parker, CO; 7 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren. Served in the US Army from 1953-1955.
SERVICES will be held August 20, 2014 at 10am at the Congregational Church of Sun City, AZ. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be given to: the Congregational Church of Sun City, AZ; or Hospice of the Valley.
Bryce E. Qualset
Qualset, Bryce E.
Nov 7, 1932 – Aug 8, 2014
Preceded in death by parents, Edwin and Josephine (Carraher) Qualset; son, Jason Qualset. Survived by wife, Dee (Greco) Qualset; children: Christine Hart (Larry), Jody Carroll (Ed), and Kevin Qualset (Lisa); grandsons, Evan and Taylor Hart; granddaughters, Brooke and Lindsay; great-granddaughters, Charley and Zion; 2 great-grandsons; brother, Ted Qualset; sister, Tonya Qualset; daughter-in-law, Michelle Qualset; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, August 12th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm with VIGIL SERVICE at 7:30pm, all at the West Center Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Wednesday, August 13th at 10am, St. Peter Catholic Church. Entombment, Resurrection Mausoleum with military rites by Millard American Legion Post 374 and VFW Post 8334. 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
www.heafeyheafey.com
Edwin K. Turnquist
Turnquist, Edwin L.
August 8, 2014
We have been informed that Edwin Turnquist passed away recently in Sun City, Arizona.. Several attempts were made to locate an obituary, without success. Some of you may remember him a “Turny”.
Retired July 2001
Goodmond H. Danielsen, Jr.
Danielsen, Goodmond H., Jr.
Jul 31, 1937 – Jul 25, 2014
Age 76 of Council Bluffs, IA. Goodmond was born in Council Bluffs to Goodmond, Sr. and Dorothy (Hays) Danielsen, who preceded him in death. He worked as a Master Carpenter and was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Goodmond is survived by his wife, Carmella (Bersane) Danielsen; daughter, Debra Lynn Danielsen; son, Goodmond H. Danielsen III and wife Patricia; grandchildren, Ashley Danielsen, Goodmond H. Danielsen IV, Jakob Danielsen, and Farrah Abraham; great grandchildren, Sophia Abraham, and Sylvia Danielsen; and sisters, Charmaine Lainson and Gloria Colton.
VISITATION Tuesday 6-8pm at Maher-Livingston Funeral Home. FUNERAL SERVICE at 10am Wednesday at Maher-Livingston, with Interment following at Ridgewood Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the family.
MAHER-LIVINGSTON
UNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES
121 S. 7th St., Council Bluffs, IA
712-328-1144
www.maherlivingstonfh.com
Shirley J. Peterson
Peterson, Shirley J.
Nov 20, 1938 – Jul 11, 2014
Preceded in death by husband Donald; daughter Theresa Wright; and son, Wilbur Maness Jr. Survived by daughters, Tammy Moyer, Judith Alger, and Debra Sharritts; son Kelly Peterson; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and sister Lois Jessen.
FUNERAL Monday at 1pm at West Center Chapel. Interment in Evergreen. VISITATION begins Monday at 12Noon at West Center Chapel. HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from July 13 to July 14, 2014
Lola I. Welstead
Welstead, Lola I.
Oct 8, 1920 – Jul 10, 2014
Omaha. She retired from Western Electric; enjoyed crocheting; and spending time with her family. Preceded in death by husband, James C. Welstead; and 5 siblings. Survived by her daughters, Louise Piner, and Judy Conrad; grandchildren, Bryant (Shelly Waugh) Piner, Mark (Monica) Piner, Gary Conrad, Brad (Thomas Crisp) Piner, and Jim (Athena) Conrad; 11 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandson; and her beloved dog, Daisy Mae.
Memorials suggested to Crown Pointe Senior Care. VISITATION Sunday, July 13, 5-8pm. FUNERAL SERVICE Monday, July 14, at 10am with Visitation resuming one hour prior to Service. All SERVICES will be held 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 July 13 to July 14, 2014
Vinona (Peters) McGarrity
McGarrity, Vinona (Peters)
Oct 15, 1919 – Feb 23, 2014
Vinona Marian (Peters) McGarrity was born October 15, 1919 to Wilhelm and Emma (Krohn) Peters in Wausa, NE. She attended school there and upon graduation from high school moved to Norfolk, NE and later moved to Omaha and attended beauty school. During this time she met Eugene Calvin McGarrity and while on leave from the U.S. Army they married on January 6, 1941. They were blessed with two daughters and a son. During their marriage they lived in many small towns in Nebraska and Iowa and finally settled down in Omaha in 1950. During the summer of 1963 they moved to the Omaha suburb of Ralston. Vinona worked as a hairdresser, worked at University Hospital in Omaha and then worked at Western Electric assembling switches and working in inspection. She retired in February 1982 with 22 years of service. In 1996 Vinona moved to the Northwest and lived with her son in Kennewick, WA and with her daughter in Stanfield, OR. In October 2008 she moved to a retirement facility in Kennewick, WA where she lived independently until declining health required some care assistance her last few days. Vinona passed away on February 23, 2014 surrounded by family. Vinona was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Eugene; daughter, Suzanne Marie McGarrity Reed Conway; brother and sister-in-law, Wilbur and Doris Peters; sisters and brother-in-laws, Opal and Lyle Schultz and Dorothy and Norris Gillilan; and son-in-law, Robert Martens. She is survived by son, Gilbert (Judy) McGarrity, Kennewick, WA; daughter, Patricia (Ed) Davison, Stanfield, OR; daughter-in-law, Sandy McGarrity, Kennewick, WA; sister and brother-in-law, Vernal and Willis Wilbeck; brother and sister-in-law, Albur and Florence Peters, all from Wausa, NE; 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 12 great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and many friends. Vinona was a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, LaVista, NE.
A private memorial service was held for immediate family on Saturday, March 1, 2014 in Kennewick, WA.
A GRAVESIDE SERVICE will be held Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 10:30am at Westlawn Hillcrest Cemetery, Omaha, NE. Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Apr. 30, 2014
Dewey D. Brittell
Brittell, Dewey D.
Dec 12, 1927 – Apr 29, 2014
Omaha. Survived by wife, Lois Brittell; son, Larry (Peggy) Brittell; grandchildren, Larry D. (ShaDawn) Brittell, Charlie and Tommy Brittell, Terry and Dee Holsti; step-grandchildren, Colleen and Elizabeth; many great grandchildren; sister, Delores Mace; nephew, Dick (Diane) Mace; aunt, Nell Ober; and a host of other relatives and friends.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE Saturday, 11am at Harvey Oaks Baptist Church, 14515 Harvey Oaks Ave. Family receiving friends starting at 10am at the church. Memorials can be directed to the church. To leave a condolence, visit: www.bramanmortuary.com
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel
Ervin Tvrdik
Tvrdik, Ervin
Nov 29, 1918 – Jun 22, 2014
Preceded in death by wife, Lillian; parents and siblings. Survived by daughters, Trudy Gruidel, Patricia (Steve) Zerbs; grandsons, Jeff (Jennifer) Gruidel, Christopher (Kathi) Gruidel, Rick (Dawn) Zerbs, Steve (Jody) Zerbs; great grandchildren, Skyler and Lindsey Gruidel, Jarret and Brooke Zerbs.
MEMORIAL SERVICE Friday, June 27, 2014 11am at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Edward Hamell
Hamell, Edward
Jun 18, 1927 – Jun 8, 2014 Age 86 of Omaha, NE.
Preceded in death by his wife of 63 years Ruth Hamell; parents, William and Mary Hamell; two sisters, Dorothy and Elaine. Ed was born in Horsham, PA. He and Ruth were both longtime employees of Western Electric. Survived by 4 sons, Edward (Cheryl) Hamell, Robert (Laurie) Hamell, Michael (Beki) Hamell, Patrick Hamell; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sisters, June Crossan and Ella Hamell. GRAVESIDE SERVICE 1pm Saturday, June 14, 2014 at Westlawn Hillcrest Cemetery, 5701 Center St., Omaha. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Wounded Warriors Family Support, 920 S. 107 Ave., Suite 250 Omaha, NE 68114. To leave a condolence, visit www.bramanmortuary.com
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144 St. 402-895-3400
Judi M. Bonner
Bonner, Judi M.
Age 75 – Jun 1, 2014
Proprietor of Robin’s Nest Day Care and Madd Hatter. Survived by 2 daughters, Sylviann, Omaha, Theresa Bonner, Charlotte, NC; sister: Jeri Ann Simpson, Arlington, TX; 5 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives.
WAKE 6-8pm Thursday at Mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Friday, St. Mark Baptist Church, 3616 Spaulding St. Interment, Forest Lawn Cemetery.
THOMAS FUNERAL HOME
3920 N. 24th St. 402-453-7111
Published in Omaha World-Herald from June 4 to June 5, 2014
Bob retired from the Works on 1/23/1987
Robert Francis Kemp
Kemp, Robert Francis
Mar 21, 1924 – May 30, 2014
Preceded in death by parents, Francis and Cecilia Kemp. Survived by wife Phyllis Eberl Kemp; daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Joseph Flott of Omaha; Donna and David Lewis of Hilton Head, SC; and Sue and Kyle Wallor of Omaha; granddaughters, Katie, Ellie, Haley, Mallory and Maddy. Robert served in the United States Airforce from 1942 through 1946. Following his service in the military, he obtained his Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Buffalo. In 1977, he and his family moved from Buffalo to Omaha with his employer, Western Electric, where he worked for 32 years.
The family will receive friends on Friday from 5-7pm at Crosby Burket Swanson Golden Funeral Home, 119th and West Center. FUNERAL SERVICE 10am Saturday at St. Robert Bellarmine, 120th and Pacific St.
CROSBY BURKET SWANSON GOLDEN
Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Rd. 402-333-7200
www.crosby-burket.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from June 3 to June 5, 2014 –
Richard A. Veach
Veach, Richard A.
Age 90Died May 11, 2014, Round Rock, TX. Survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Rick Handley; son and daughter-in-law, Clarke and Pamela Veach; 5 grandchildren, Charles Hurley, Elizabeth Flores, James Veach, MacKenzie Wallace, Elizabeth Satterfield; 5 great grandchildren, Anthony Flores, Brianna Flores, MacKayla Wallace, Cole Wallace, and Lawson Satterfield. B29 pilot and combat veteran of WW II and proud member of the 40th Bomb Group. Graduate of University of Nebraska in 1947 with a Bachelors of Science in Business. Worked his entire career at Western Electric, and retired from the Omaha Works in 1986 as a Department Chief. Former chairman of the Nebraska Environmental Control Council. Avid Nebraska football fan, golfer and bridge player. In lieu of flowers please send memorials to the charities of your choice. Private services.
Published in Omaha World-Herald from May 14 to May 18, 2014
John A. Puente
Puente, John A.
Jan 14, 1939 – May 9, 2014
John Abraham Puente, “P Pa,” age 75 of Omaha, died May 9, 2014 at Bergan Mercy Hospital after a courageous battle with lymphoma. He passed away peacefully with his family at his side on a beautiful spring day. John was born to Manuel A. and Juana Puente on January 14, 1939 in Grand Island, NE. He grew up in Grand Island in a close family with many brothers and sisters. He served and was a proud member of the Marine Corps. After discharge, he settled in Omaha, where he met, at a dance, Ramona Eileen, who proved to be the love of his life. They were united in marriage on July 3, 1964. John worked at then Western Electric. He took pride that he continued to work there through retirement. John enjoyed many things, but the light of his life was Ramona. He adored her. From the day that he met her until the day he died, nothing was more special to him than a simple dinner and movie with her. Their song, “Our Day Will Come,” holds special meaning to the family. He also cherished family, always looking forward to the next family reunion, and recollecting those family members who had gone before him so as to preserve their legacy. He loved sharing Husker game day with friends and family, reading how-to books, sometimes just being silly, and taking walks with Ramona and the family canines. He always made time to catch up with his children and dote on his grandchildren. His greatest gift was his faith in God, which he passed on to his family. He had unwavering optimism that tomorrow’s possibilities were endless as long as one truly believed. Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Ramona; 5 children: son and daughter-in-law, Dr. John Christopher and Theresa Puente of Lincoln, NE; daughter, Lisa M. Puente of Council Bluffs, IA; daughter and son-in-law, Leslie R. Puente-Prai and Scott Prai of Omaha; daughter and son-in-law, Rebecca and Bradey Gotto of Carlsbad, CA; and son, Jacob Puente of Omaha; 7 grandchildren, Benjamin and Gabriel Puente of Lincoln, Alexis Baker of Iowa, Jessica Baker of Gretna, NE, Justin Prai of Omaha, Alesia Mason and Ella Gotto of Carlsbad, CA, and Payton Puente of Omaha; 1 great granddaughter, Maci Baker; 5 sisters and 2 brothers: Connie Puente, Mary Puente, Carmen Luna, all of Grand Island, Virginia and Richard Soto of Wood River, NE, Teresa and Richard Brown of Omaha, Manuel and Josie Puente of Grand Island, and Andrew and Nancy Puente of Grand Island; sister-in-law, Doris Puente of Baltimore, MD; brother-in-law, Jimmie Nelson of Grand Island; many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father Manuel, and his mother Juana; his sister Emily, and his brothers, Philip and Thomas Puente. John was an active member of Mary Our Queen Church.
VISITATION on Tuesday 5-8pm, with CELEBRATION OF LIFE at 7pm, all at the West Center Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL on Wednesday at 10am at Mary Our Queen Catholic Church. Private Interment, Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials to Mary Our Queen Church.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from May 11 to May 12, 2014
Roger L. Hedin
Hedin, Roger L.
Age 82 – Apr 30, 2014
Papillion, NE. Survived by wife, Dolly; children, Linda Sedlacek, Kevin Hedin, and Marla (Peter) Douskey; grandchildren, Thomas Sedlacek, Savina (Scott) Bavousett, and Danielle, Heather, and Krysta Douskey; great grandchildren, Thomas Sedlacek, Skyler Bavousett; and sister Jennifer (Dean) Quick.
Private Family Services were held.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald on May 11, 2014
James C. “J.C.” Nixon
Nixon, J. C.
1943 – 2014
Omaha, Nebraska. James C. “J.C.” Nixon, 71, of Omaha, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2014 at an Omaha hospital. J.C. was born in St. Joseph on March 21, 1943, and graduated from Rock Port, Missouri High School. He served in the United States Air Force from 1965 to 1969. In 1971 he married Mary Jean Fox, and they became parents of three children. J.C. worked for Lucent Technologies for 30 years, retiring in 2000. He was preceded in death by his parents, James T. and Viola (Cox) Nixon. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jean, of their Omaha home; daughter and son-in-law, Laura (Steve) Atkinson, Pleasanton, California; sons and daughters-in-law, Mike (Angie) Nixon, and Curt (Kristy) Nixon, all of Omaha; eight grandchildren, Ashley, Riley and Morgan Atkinson, Will, Elli, Chloe, Cameron and Collin Nixon; and in-laws, Merle and Ruth Fox, Rock Port, MO.
SERVICES 2:30pm Tuesday, May 13, at Rock Port Baptist Church. The family will greet friends beginning at 1pm at the church. Interment with military rites at Greenhill Cemetery, Rock Port. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society . Online condolences may be left at
www.chamberlainfuneral.com
CHAMBERLAIN FUNERAL HOME
17479 U.S. 136, Rock Port, MO 64482
(660) 744-2122
Published in Omaha World-Herald on May 10, 2014
Dewey retired from the Works on 10-31-1990
Dewey D. Brittell
Brittell, Dewey D.
Dec 12, 1927 – Apr 29, 2014
Omaha. Survived by wife, Lois Brittell; son, Larry (Peggy) Brittell; grandchildren, Larry D. (ShaDawn) Brittell, Charlie and Tommy Brittell, Terry and Dee Holsti; step-grandchildren, Colleen and Elizabeth; many great grandchildren; sister, Delores Mace; nephew, Dick (Diane) Mace; aunt, Nell Ober; and a host of other relatives and friends.
CELEBRATION OF LIFE Saturday, 11am at Harvey Oaks Baptist Church, 14515 Harvey Oaks Ave. Family receiving friends starting at 10am at the church. Memorials can be directed to the church. 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 May 1 to May 2, 2014
Vinona (Peters) McGarrity
McGarrity, Vinona (Peters)
Oct 15, 1919 – Feb 23, 2014
Vinona Marian (Peters) McGarrity was born October 15, 1919 to Wilhelm and Emma (Krohn) Peters in Wausa, NE. She attended school there and upon graduation from high school moved to Norfolk, NE and later moved to Omaha and attended beauty school. During this time she met Eugene Calvin McGarrity and while on leave from the U.S. Army they married on January 6, 1941. They were blessed with two daughters and a son. During their marriage they lived in many small towns in Nebraska and Iowa and finally settled down in Omaha in 1950. During the summer of 1963 they moved to the Omaha suburb of Ralston. Vinona worked as a hairdresser, worked at University Hospital in Omaha and then worked at Western Electric assembling switches and working in inspection. She retired in February 1982 with 22 years of service. In 1996 Vinona moved to the Northwest and lived with her son in Kennewick, WA and with her daughter in Stanfield, OR. In October 2008 she moved to a retirement facility in Kennewick, WA where she lived independently until declining health required some care assistance her last few days. Vinona passed away on February 23, 2014 surrounded by family. Vinona was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Eugene; daughter, Suzanne Marie McGarrity Reed Conway; brother and sister-in-law, Wilbur and Doris Peters; sisters and brother-in-laws, Opal and Lyle Schultz and Dorothy and Norris Gillilan; and son-in-law, Robert Martens. She is survived by son, Gilbert (Judy) McGarrity, Kennewick, WA; daughter, Patricia (Ed) Davison, Stanfield, OR; daughter-in-law, Sandy McGarrity, Kennewick, WA; sister and brother-in-law, Vernal and Willis Wilbeck; brother and sister-in-law, Albur and Florence Peters, all from Wausa, NE; 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 12 great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and many friends. Vinona was a member of Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, LaVista, NE.
A private memorial service was held for immediate family on Saturday, March 1, 2014 in Kennewick, WA.
A GRAVESIDE SERVICE will be held Thursday, May 1, 2014 at 10:30am at Westlawn Hillcrest Cemetery, Omaha, NE. Mueller’s Tri-Cities Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Apr. 30, 2014
Inspector in 50 building. Retired 7-13-89
Daryl Thomas Hunter
Hunter, Daryl Thomas
Jan 16, 1933 – Apr 28, 2014
Survived by wife, Rosalie M. Hunter; sons, Daryl T. Hunter, Jr. (Debbie) and Todd D. Hunter (Becky); daughter, Kathy A. Wright (Randy); 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sister, Iryl Voelte; nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends Wednesday, 6pm to 8pm at the West Center Chapel. SERVICES Thursday, 11am, West Center Chapel. Private Interment, Evergreen Memorial Park. Memorials to Make-A-Wish Foundation. HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
WEST CENTER CHAPEL
78th & West Center 402-391-3900
www.heafeyheafey.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2014
Duane retired from the Works on 10/31/1988
Duane J. Iwanski
Iwanski, Duane J.
Feb 20, 1931 – Apr 24, 2014
Deacon at St. Mary Catholic Church since 1984. Preceded in death by sister, Sylvia Chalupsky. Survived by wife Jo; children, Russell and Tammie Iwanski, Roger Iwanski, Rebecca and Greg Bottom; grandchildren, Kevin, Brian and Colin Iwanski, Billy (Mariam), Emily and Andrew Bottom; great grandson, Liam; brother, Leroy Iwanski; sister, Marcella Jablonski; many loving relatives and friends.
VISITATION Sunday, April 27, 2-4pm with Wake Service at 4pm, Bellevue Memorial Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Monday, April 28, 10:30am, St. Mary Catholic Church, Bellevue. Interment: Bellevue Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St Mary’s Endowment Fund. BELLEVUE MEMORIAL CHAPEL
Heafey-Heafey-Hoffmann
Dworak-Cutler
2202 Hancock St Bellevue 402-291-5000
www.bellevuefuneralchapel.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 26 to Apr. 28, 2014
Retired August 31, 2001
Leonard “Leni” Zealand
Zealand, Leonard “Leni”
Age 63
Kennard, NE. Survived by his wife of 16 years, Sheila of Kennard; daughter Lynn (Dan) Engelke of Gilbert, AZ; son Todd (Jami) Zealand of Omaha and son Chad ( Michele) Zealand of Omaha; 7 grandchildren; father Gordon Zealand of California; brother Gordy Zealand of Omaha; and sister Kaylene Drummond of California.
A CELEBRATION OF LIFE GATHERING Thursday, May 1 at 6pm at the Fremont Airboat Club, 3159 Big Island Road, Fremont, NE. Directions: Broad Street/HWY77 to Wooden Windmill (do not go to Military Ave); turn right onto Ridge Road and follow the signs.
CAMPBELL-AMAN FUNERAL HOME
Blair, NE 402-426-2191
www.campbellaman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Apr. 24, 2014
Leonard “Leni” Zealand
4/20/2014
A Celebration of life gathering for Leonard “Leni” Zealand , age 63 of Kennard, will be held Thursday May 1 at 6pm at the Fremont Airboat Club 3159 Big Island Road, Fremont, NE, Directions: Broad Street/HW77 to Wooden Windmill (do not go to Military Ave) turn right onto Ridge Road and follow the signs.
Leni died April 20, 2014 at Methodist Hospital in Omaha.
Leni Zealand was born on May 25, 1950 in Crosby, Minnesota to Gordon and Elaine (Hussman) Zealand. He was raised in Council Bluffs and attended school there. In 1969 he began working at Western Electric and retired from there in 2001. On December 26, 1997 he was united in marriage to Sheila Houser in Omaha. The couple met the day after Christmas in 1989, and were married on that day eight years later. The couple made their home in Omaha and then in 2000 moved to Kennard.
Leni was a musician his entire life. One of his bands opened for the Mama’s & The Papa’s at the Civic Auditorium in Omaha. He was in several bands in the Omaha area over the years.
He enjoyed air boating and was a member of the airboat club in Fremont. He also enjoyed fishing, especially his annual trips to Minnesota where his goal was to out fish his wife. Camping was also a hobby he enjoyed. He was a very social person who enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Sheila of Kennard, daughter Lynn (Dan) Engelke of Gilbert, AZ, son Todd (Jami) Zealand of Omaha, and son Chad ( Michele) Zealand of Omaha, 7 grandchildren, father Gordon Zealand of California, brother Gordy Zealand of Omaha and sister Kaylene Drummond of California.
CAMPBELL AMAN FUNERAL HOME
444 South 17th Street
Blair, NE 68008
(402) 426-2191
Retired August 15, 1997 from Quality Assurance.
Robert E. “Bob” Cochrane
Cochrane, Robert E. “Bob”
Jan 22, 1938 – Apr 17, 2014
Survived by his wife, Beverly S.; sons, Robert L., and George (Michaela); daughter, Colleen Gour (Kevin); grandchildren, Melissa (Leo), Patrick, Steven, and Dylan; and great grandson, Kaiden. Former P.E.R. of Elks Lodge #39, and member of the Knights of Columbus #3019.
VISITATION begins Monday at 4pm, with Wake Service at 6:30pm, all at the Mortuary. FUNERAL Tuesday 9:30am at Mortuary to Sts. Peter & Paul Church at 10am. Interment, Hillcrest Cemetery
KORISKO LARKIN STASKIEWICZ
FUNERAL HOME
5108 “F” St. 402-731-1234
www.klsfuneralhome.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 19 to Apr. 21, 2014
She retired 02-01-1990.
Ruth Bartunek
Bartunek, Ruth
Nov 1, 1928 – Apr 12, 2014
Gretna, NE. Preceded in death by husband, Eugene; parents, Otto and Kathrine; and 4 siblings, Gertrude, Raymond, John, and Ernest. Surviving are her daughters and sons-in-law, Deborah Bogan, Janine and Ted Cox, and Kimberly and Frank Magistro; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Ruth, and Steven and Terri; brothers, Otto, Alfred, Donald, and Robert; sisters, Lucille, Louise, Vernes, and Kathryn; 11 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; and many family and friends.
VISITATION on Tuesday, April 15, 5-7pm at Roeder Mortuary Gretna Chapel. FUNERAL SERVICE on Wednesday, April 16, at 2pm at Resurrection Lutheran Church, 153 S. McKenna. Private Internment in Mount Auburn Cemetery, Omaha. In lieu of flower, Memorials will go to various charities designated by family.
ROEDER MORTUARY – Gretna Chapel
11710 Standing Stone Dr. 402-332-0090
www.RoederMortuary.com
William C. “Bill ” “W” Wyszenski
Wyszenski, William C. “Bill ” “W”
Age 85 – Apr 11, 2014
Preceded in death by his wife, Theresa; son, Richard; grandson, Andy Wyszenski; daughter-in-law, Mary Wyszenski; 2 brothers; and 4 sisters. Survived by daughter, Cheryl (Gene) Shaffar; sons, Michael Wyszenski, and Bill (Sandy) Wyszenski; 5 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and sister Dorothy Hanak.
VISITATION on Sunday after 5pm, with VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm, all at the Funeral Home. MASS of CHRISTIAN BURIAL on Monday at 10am at St. Columbkille Catholic Church, Papillion. Interment, St. John Cemetery.
BETHANY FUNERAL HOME
82nd & Harrison 402-593-6100
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 13 to Apr. 14, 2014
John retired August 13, 1999. He was in inspection in the 50 Bldg.
John E. Barnhill
Barnhill, John E.
Age 75
Valley, NE. Died April 8, 2014. Survived by brothers and sisters: Frederick (Clarice) of Elkhorn, NE, Betty (Charles) Carlson of Oklahoma City, OK, Rodney (Maxine) Barnhill of Fremont, NE, and Cherie Barnhill of Fremont, NE, and special niece, Jane and husband Keith Lawson and family; plus many other nieces, nephews, and friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE 10:30am Saturday at the funeral home in Elkhorn. Interment Prospect Hill Cemetery, Elkhorn with military honors by Valley American Legion Post #58. VISITATION Noon to 8pm Friday at the funeral home with family receiving friends from 5-8pm. Memorials to the DC West football and wrestling programs or Pathways to Compassion Hospice, Omaha. Condolences to: www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com
REICHMUTH FUNERAL HOMES
21901 West Maple 402-289-2222
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 9 to Apr. 11, 2014
Retired October 31, 1986
Jamie Robert (Bogie) Fleming
Fleming, Jamie Robert (Bogie)
Age 84
Weeping Water, NE. Passed away Sunday, April 6th, 2014, peacefully, at his residence. Jamie was born in Weeping Water, Nebraska on August 28, 1929, to Margaret (Ash) and Lyle Fleming. He was a graduate of Weeping Water High School. He served in the U.S. Army as a Corporal in the Korean War. He was wounded and received the Purple Heart. He retired from Western Electric and was a member of United Methodist Church, Odd Fellows and American Legion #237. Jamie is survived by wife Joyce; married on January 16, 1972; daughters, Barbara (Mark) Fjeld and Tari (Martin) Rupp; sons, Steven (Jennifer) Fleming and Kirk Fleming; grandchildren: Scott (Traci) Fleming, Chad (April) Fleming, Kara Fleming, Morgan Fleming, Jillian Fleming, Tanner Fjeld, James Fleming, Kirk Leroy (Beth) Fleming, Jesse Fleming, Allen Fleming, Adrian Fleming, Nicole (Micheal) Nielsen, Danae (Tim) McKenzie, Travis (Jessica) Rupp and Craig (Andrea) Rupp; ten great grandchildren; a brother, Don Fleming and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
FUNERAL SERVICE 10:30am on Wednesday, April 9th at United Methodist Church, Weeping Water, NE with Dorothy Smith officiating. VISITATION will be Tuesday 1-9pm with Family from 6-8pm at Hammons Family Funeral Chapel Weeping Water. Interment at Oakwood Cemetery, Weeping Water, NE. Military honors by the Nebraska Army National Guard and American Legion Post #237. Condolences or Tributes: www.hammonsfs.com
HAMMONS FAMILY FUNERAL SERVICES
207 W. H St., Weeping Water NE 68463
402-267-5544
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8, 2014
Hank retired February 1, 1990
Hank Vetter
Vetter, Hank
Passed away on March 28, 2014
Debbie Ridge and I attended a service for Hank Vetter on Tuesday April 1, 2014. He passed away on March 28th. There was no notice in the paper, I just happened to hear of his passing from a neighbor that attended the same church as Hank. I’m sure you would remember him as the “blind guy in Protectors.” I don’t know for sure, but I think he retired from AT&T. He was 88 years old and died of pneumonia. He is survived by his son, Hank Jr. and grandchildren.
I hope you can pass the word to the retirees. Thank you.
Deb Gulizia
Joesph “PaPa Joe” Modie Jr.
Modie, Joseph ‘PaPa Joe’ Jr.
26 Dec 1941 – 24 Mar 2014
Joseph ‘Papa Joe’ Modie Jr. passed away March 24, 2014 at the age of 72 in Montgomery, Texas. He was born December 26, 1941 in Syracuse, New York to Joseph and Luetta Modie. Joe was an active member of the Miller Hose Fire Department in Newfane, New York for 11 years and the Millard Fire Department in Omaha, Nebraska for 15 plus years. Also, he was a member of the boy scouts. Joe was a long term member of the Telephone Pioneers of America along with a 40 plus year career with Western Electric followed by a second career at Culver’s of The Woodlands, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents Joseph Modie Sr. and Luetta Edwards Modie. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Patricia Modie, daughters, Kimberly Welge and husband Joseph, Tammy Thompson and husband Alan and Bridget Johnson, grandchildren, Tara Toval and husband Clyde, Brittney, Paul and Kyle Welge, Alison and Taylor Johnson; Haley and Summer Thompson and great grandson, Reid Toval. Sisters, Marion Capria and husband George, Susan Modie, Karen Palmeter; Sharon Wilbur and husband Michael, sister in law, Nancy Rees and husband William. Numerous nieces, nephews and friends also survive.
Visitation: Friday, March 28, 2014 from 6-7 P.M. at Cashner Funeral Home.
Services: Friday, March 28, 2014 at 7:00 PM. at Cashner Colonial Chapel, with Tim Crist officiating.
Memorials: The American Heart Association 10060 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, TX 77054 Phone:(713) 610-5000; National MS Society P.O. Box 4527 New York, NY 10163 or the Culver’s VIP Scholarship Foundation, http://www.culvers.com/inside-culvers/vip-foundation/scholarship-program in lieu of flowers.
Joe transfer here from the Buffalo plant and worked in the cable plant.
Cashner Funeral Home
801 Teas Road
Conroe, TX 77303
936-756-2126
www.cashnerconroe.com
Darlene was a secretary for the cable plant years ago. She retired in June, 1986.
Darlene M. Arndt
Arndt, Darlene M.
Age 90
Council Bluffs, Iowa. Passed away March 24, 2014 at Jennie Edmundson Memorial Hospital. She was born near BeeBeetown, Iowa on January 16, 1924 to the late David and Marie (Hansen) Driver. After graduating from Benson High School, she attended business school and retired from AT&T. She was a longtime member of Saint John Lutheran Church. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell Arndt; son, Ronald Moffatt; grandsons, Lucas and Benjamin Moffatt; siblings, Loren Driver, Doris Marion, Marcella Kahler and Joanne Patterson. Darlene is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gene and Mary Moffatt; daughter, Kim Rieger; sisters, Phyllis Richardson and Lois Nore and her husband, Roger; brother, Donald Driver; 10 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.
VISITATION is Friday from 6-8pm at the Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home. FUNERAL SERVICE is Saturday from 10am at the funeral home with Rev. E. Jon Benson officiating. A luncheon will follow the service in the community room at Hoy-Kilnoski. Interment will be that afternoon in the Magnolia, Iowa Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Saint John Lutheran Church or the American Lung Association .
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 Mar. 27, 2014
Roberta retired on October 29, 1991
Roberta Lee (Young) Sackett
Sackett, Roberta Lee (Young)
Aug 14, 1930 – Mar 22, 2014
Retired from Alcatel/Lucent-1993. Worked as a factory employee her entire career. Hobbies included flower gardening, playing cards, and watching sports. She enjoyed the Gretna Senior Center Company of many friends, loved all of her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and also enjoyed traveling with her sister Lois. She was preceded in death by parents, Hattie and John Young; husband La Verne Sackett; sisters, Lois Sikyta and Ruth Armstrong; and brother Wilber Keith Young. Survived by brother, John (Judy) Young of Lodi, CA; son, Bruce (Bridget) Sackett of Gretna; grandchildren, Dr. Sean Sackett and Dr. Denise Sackett of Chandler, AZ, Ann Sackett of Gretna, and Kathleen Koll and Dr. William Koll of Eagle River, AK; and great grandchildren, Liam, Aidan, Keara, Jamison, and Preston.
In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to the Gretna Education Foundation c/o Gretna Public Schools. MEMORIAL VISITATION on Thursday, March 27, 2014, 5-7pm at Roeder Mortuary 11710 Standing Stone, Gretna. Private Interment in the Ashland Cemetery.
ROEDER MORTUARY – Gretna Chapel
11710 Standing Stone Dr. 402-332-0090
www.RoederMortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Mar. 25 to Mar. 26, 201
Carrie L. Barclay
Barclay, Carrie L.
May 25, 1943 – Mar 11, 2014
Preceded in death by granddaughter, Cie Dymaya Ortiz; father, Lawrence Lewis, Sr.; sister, Lula Mae Jones; and niece, Laranda Jones. Survived by children, Cynthia Lewis (T.Bailey), and Vita Stokes; special son, Mike Pierce; 3 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; companion, Norman Robinson; brothers, Lawrence Lewis, Jr., and Thomas Lewis; niece, Toroy Jones; nephew, Joe Jones; a host of other nieces, nephews, family, and friends; and special friends, Elizabeth Miller and Willa Shelton.
VISITATION Tuesday 5-7pm at Roeder Mortuary. FUNERAL SERVICE Wednesday 10am at Prince of Peace Baptist Church, 7818 Raven Oaks Dr. Interment, Forest Lawn Cemetery.
ROEDER MORTUARY – 108th St. Chapel
2727 North 108th St. 402-496-9000
www.RoederMortuary.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Mar. 23 to Mar. 24, 2014
Helen Therese “Teri” Cochran
Cochran, Helen Therese “Teri”
Dec 27, 1931 – Mar 20, 2014
Preceded in death by husband, Max William Cochran; parents, Peter and Isabelle (Wilwerding) Heese; sisters, Dorothy, Rita, and Bernice; and brothers, Ed and Owen. Survived by sisters, Isabel Klein (John), Mildred “Mick” Bieker, Sr. Liz Heese, and Norma Schmitz (Jerry); brother, Larry Heese (Jean); step-son, Bill Cochran (Marcia); grandchildren, Todd, Eric, and Carole; 2 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and many friends.
The family will Receive friends Sunday 5-7pm, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, with 7pm VIGIL SERVICE at the Church. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Monday at 11am, St Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Entombment, Calvary Mausoleum. Memorials to St. Joan of Arc 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 Mar. 21 to Mar. 23, 2014
Lonnie L. Sick
Sick, Lonnie L.
Jul 25, 1940 – Mar 20, 2014
Preceded in death by wife, Carol Sick; brother, Ernest Sick. Survived by daughter, Sandra (Charles) Howell; son, Vernon Anderson; grandchildren, Justin, Ashley, Mitchell, and Andrew; siblings, Charles Sick, Elsa Martin, and Leo Sick. He will always be remembered as a devoted husband and father. He was a kind-hearted, towering man with a gentle heart, deeply respected and admired…and will be missed.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE Saturday, April 5, 2014 at 11am at Westlawn Hillcrest Memorial Park followed by a CELEBRATION OF LIFE lunch gathering at 1pm at LaVista Keno Hall Banquet Room, 7101 S 84th Street, La Vista, NE 68128. Lonnie would expect nothing more than casual attire. We will be sharing memories of him in one of his favorite places.
WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Mar. 22 to Apr. 3, 2014
Frank L. Strudl
Strudl, Frank L.
Aug 19, 1921 – Mar 16, 2014
WWII U.S. Army veteran. Preceded in death by wife, Rose; parents; brother, Jim Strudl; sister, Agnes McNally. Survived by daughter, Janet Baird (James); sons, Charles Strudl (Nancy) and Michael Strudl (Deb); 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
VISITATION begins Thursday, 4:30pm, with VIGIL SERVICE to follow at 6:30pm at the West Center Chapel. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Friday, 10am, Mary Our Queen Catholic Church. Interment, Calvary Cemetery with military rites by Benson VFW Post 2503. For memorials, the family prefers Masses.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK-CUTLER WEST CENTER CHAPEL 78th & West Center
402-391-3900 www.heafeyheafey.com
Marvin A. Opfer
Opfer, Marvin A.
Age 72 – Mar 13, 2014
Omaha. Preceded in death by parents, Frederick and Ellen Opfer; and sister, Audry. Survived by wife, Glenyce of Omaha; sons, Scott and wife Deb of Lincoln, NE, and Michael of Valley, NE; daughter, Tommie Opfer-Gonzales of Omaha; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; brothers, Mert of Kennard, NE, Larry of Lincoln, and Dallas of Omaha; and sisters, Janet and husband Victor Romans of Oregon, and Beverly Opfer of Omaha.
FUNERAL SERVICE Tuesday, March 18, 11am, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Valley. Private Interment. VISITATION Monday 12Noon-8pm, with family Receiving friends 6-8pm at the Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lutheran Family Services, Lutheran Disaster Response, or the Church. Condolences to: www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com
REICHMUTH FUNERAL HOMES
21901 West Maple 402-289-2222
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Mar. 15 to Mar. 16, 2014
David Paul Van Zant
Van Zant, David P.
7 Jun 1943 – 9 Mar 2014
Virginia Beach, 70, Dave…a loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away surrounded by his family, March 9, 2014 after a long courageous fight with amyloidosis, a rare, incurable disease. He was the son of G. Paul and Ellen Elizabeth Van Zant. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, is a graduate of The University of Nebraska-Omaha and had a long successful career as an Engineering Manager in the private sector.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Judy L. Van Zant; three daughters, Alisa Van Zant Shannon, Cindee Annice Hansen and her husband Bruce, and Kimberly Sue Bannon and her husband David; five grandchildren, Haley, Carlie, Cameron, Libby and Tyler and his great grandson Brody. Dave is also survived by his mother Janice G. Van Zant; brother, James Van Zant and his wife Janice; three sisters, Susan Colbert and her husband Donald, Patricia “Pat” Koontz and her husband Bill, and Cheri Van Zant; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Services: March 15 at 2 P.M. at Altmeyer Funeral Home- 1801 Baltic Ave, Virginia Beach, with a reception to follow.
Memorials: To the Boston University School of Medicine, Amyloid Research Fund, 72 East Concord Street, K-503, Boston, MA 02118, in lieu of flowers.
Dave worked in industrial engineering at the plant.
Altmeyer Funeral Home
1801 Baltic Ave
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
757-428-1112
www.altmeyer.com
Frank Joseph Lefebvre
Lefebvre, Frank Joseph
Aug 14, 1920 – Mar 12, 2014
Age 93. Omaha. Passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2014, surrounded by his wife of 67 years, children and grandchildren. When family and friends think of Frank, they’ll fondly remember his favorite hobbies: skiing, tennis, stamp collecting, bridge, cribbage and going to the Husker football games. He was a long time member of St. Robert Bellarmine Parish and was an EME.
Frank was a New Jersey native and attended Rutherford High School. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Fordham University in 1942 and later attended Rutgers University, receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in accounting and a Master’s degree in business administration.
Frank began his Western Electric career in 1942 at the Kearney (NJ) Works. He was granted a military leave of absence in Sept. 1942 and served in the US Navy for four years, attaining the rank of Lieutenant. He returned to Western Electric as an auditor in the Finance Division at Kearney, ultimately advancing to General Manager of the Omaha Works in 1970. He retired in 1978 instead of transferring to Atlanta because he and his family loved Omaha so much.
During his career he served on numerous boards such as Omaha National Bank, Zoological Society, Boystown, Central States and he was a member of His Majesty’s Council – Ak-Sar-Ben as well as many other business and civic organizations.
Frank is survived by his wife Kathryn “Kit” Lefebvre; five children: Diane Strickler, John Lefebvre, Drs. Mark Lefebvre (Becky Campbell), Mary Vacek (Bob), Jim Lefebvre (Jenny), 10 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Frank was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Bob.
VISITATION begins Friday, 5pm with a Rosary to follow at 7pm at the Crosby Colonial Chapel. A MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be held Saturday at 2pm at St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church.
CROSBY BURKET SWANSON GOLDEN
Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Rd. 402-333-7200
www.crosby-burket.com
Richard M. Cartwright
Cartwright, Richard M.
(February 4, 1937 – March 7, 2014)
U.S. Veteran
Richard M. “Dick” Cartwright, 77 years, of Arlington, NE died Friday, March 7, 2014 at the Fremont Area Medical Center in Fremont, NE. Dick was born February 4, 1937 in Omaha, NE to Martin and Cecilia (Schimonitz) Cartwright.
He grew up in Omaha and graduated from Holy Name High School in 1955 and then attended Creighton University in Omaha. He served in the U.S. Army, stationed in California. Dick married Helene M. Palik on October 22, 1960 in Santa Rosa, CA. He returned to Omaha and lived there until moving to Arlington in 1971. Dick was employed at Western Electric in Omaha for 35 years, retiring in 1994. He then worked for Woodhouse in Blair, NE for the last 12 years.
He was a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Fremont, the Knights of Columbus Council 1497, and Christians Encounter Christ. He was also a member of the IBEW Union, and belonged to a camping club and enjoyed square dancing.
Dick is survived by his wife, Helene; sons, Rick Cartwright of Fremont and David & wife, Marcy Cartwright of Arlington; daughters, Terri Cartwright of Windsor, CO, Patty & husband, Tim Mulhall of Fairfield, CT, Karen & husband, Dan Toebben of Blair, NE and Janet & husband, Tom Schumacher of Bennington, NE; brothers, John Schenkelberg and Dick & wife, Judy Schenkelberg all of Omaha; sister, Gretchen Moylan of Omaha; sister-in-law, Barbara Schenkelberg of Omaha; and 13 grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and 3 brothers, Bernard, Gilbert and Lambert Schenkelberg.
Funeral Mass will be 10 AM, Tuesday, March 11th at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Fremont. Father Jim Keiter will officiate. Knights of Columbus Rosary will be 7 PM, on Monday at Moser Memorial Chapel in Fremont, and is open to the public. Visitation on Monday from 4 PM to 8 PM with the family receiving friends from 6 PM to 8 PM at the funeral home. Visitation on Tuesday at church 1hr prior to service. Burial will be at the Calvary Cemetery in Fremont with military honors conducted by the Fremont Honor Guard of V.F.W. Post #854 and American Legion Post #20. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Archbishop Bergan Schools or to the Knights of Columbus Council 1497.
Moser Memorial Chapel
2170 N. Somers
Fremont, NE 68025 402-721-4490http://www.mosermemorialchapels.com/fh/obituaries/obituary.cfm?o_id=2447653&fh_id=11505
Calvin P. Burns
Burns, Calvin P.
Jan 17, 1930 – Mar 1, 2014
Preceded in death by parents, Virgil and Erma (Barnett) Burns and brother, Virgil Burns. Survived by wife, Gloria; daughter and son-in-law, Teri and James Bollacker of Springfield, NE; son and daughter-in-law, Curtis and Barbara Burns of Pueblo, CO; grandchildren, Shawn, Nicole and A.J. Bollacker of Springfield, NE and Gabriel Burns of Cheyenne, WY; sister-in-law, Deb Schaap; brother-in-law, James Meade; several nieces and nephews.
FUNERAL SERVICE Monday, 10:30am at Braman Mortuary Southwest Chapel. VISITATION Sunday 5-7pm at the funeral home. Interment Memorial Cemetery Fremont, NE.
BRAMAN MORTUARY
Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144 St. 402-895-3400
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Mar. 7 to Mar. 9, 2014
Stanley K. Scebold
Scebold, Stanley K.
Mar 3, 1935 – Mar 4, 2014
Age 79 of Elkhorn, NE. Preceded in death by parents, Donald and Mattie Scebold; brother Richard Scebold. Survived by wife Carol; daughter Linda Saville and husband David; sons, Steve Scebold and wife Jody, Dave Scebold and wife JamieSue; grandchildren: Alisha, Shayla, Drew, and Lily; brothers: Bob Scebold and wife Donna, Harold Scebold and wife Joan; aunt Maxine Christensen; nieces, nephews, and cousins.
FUNERAL SERVICE 11am Saturday, Zion Lutheran Church, 144th & Ida St. VISITATION Friday 4-8pm at the funeral home in Elkhorn. Interment Branson Cemetery, Loveland, Iowa. Memorials to the Wycliffe Bible Translators, designated for Rob and Joy Scebold, or to Special Olympics of Nebraska. Condolences to
www.reichmuthfuneralhomes.com
REICHMUTH FUNERAL HOMES
21901 West Maple 402-289-2222
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Mar. 6 to Mar. 7, 2014
Lloyd Edgar Ellsworth
Ellsworth, Lloyd E.
21 Mar 1931 – 18 Feb 2014
Lloyd E. Ellsworth, age 82 of Mountain Home, Arkansas, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at Baxter Regional Medical Center. Lloyd Ellsworth was born March 21, 1931 in Padonia, Kansas to Guy A. and Ruth Ellsworth.
Mr. Ellsworth worked 37 years for Western Electric before retiring to Mountain Home, Arkansas. He served in the United States Navy in Korea and China. He was a member of the Faith-Westwood United Methodist Church in Omaha, Nebraska and the Fairview United Methodist Church in Mountain Home, Arkansas.
Lloyd is survived by three daughters: Joyce Wohl (David), Susan Torpy (Steve), Diane George all of Omaha, Nebraska, step-daughter Margie Hoxtell, five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, five sisters, numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by wife Karen, parents, one sister and two brothers.
Services: Saturday, March 8, 2014, at 11 A.M. at Faith-Westwood United Methodist Church, 4814 Oaks Lane, Omaha, NE.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers to, Fairview United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 86 Fairview Lane, Mountain Home, AR 72653.
Interment: Panora, IA.
Lloyd work in the 30 Building sheet metal shop prior to retiring.
Roller Funeral Home
Highway 5 North
Mountain Home, AR 72654
870-425-2161
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
Debra A. Cohen
Cohen, Debra A.
Oct 14, 1960 – Feb 24, 2014
Survived by husband, Earl; daughter, Rachael Cohen; son, Kristopher Cohen, all of Omaha; step daughter, Rebecca Cohen, Florida; brothers: Richard Rix, Jr. and wife, Denise of Council Bluffs; Craig Rix of Springfield, NE; aunts, Barb (Morehouse) Ethen, Connie Langenegger, Shirley Luxa, Joann Moline; uncle, Bill Semin; stepmother, Nancy Rix.
MEMORIAL MASS Friday 10:30am at Mary Our Queen Catholic Church. VISITATION Thursday 5-7pm at the Vinton Chapel with a Wake Service at 7pm. Memorials to Mary Our Queen Catholic Church.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN
DWORAK-CUTLER
VINTON ST. CHAPEL
2466 S. 16th St. 402-346-1144
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Feb. 26 to Feb. 28, 2014
Bill retired from the Works on 2/8/1990
William B. “Bill” Baier
Baier, William B. “Bill”
Feb 6, 1926 – Feb 22, 2014
Age 88 of Syracuse, NE. Retired from Western Electric after 31 years.
SERVICES 11am Thursday, February 27 at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, Syracuse. VISITATION Wednesday, February 26 from 9am-9pm with family greeting friends from 6-8pm at the funeral home. Interment at Park Hill Cemetery. Memorials to family’s choice.
Condolences to: www.fusselmanallenharvey.com
FUSSELMAN-ALLEN-HARVEY
FUNERAL HOME
644 Park Street, Syracuse, NE
402-269-2441
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Feb. 25, 2014
Douglas Allen Study
STUDY, Douglas Allen Age 75 of Omaha
August 29, 1938 ~ February 20, 2014
Preceded in death by daughter Katherine Schultz
Parents Marvin and Virginia Study
Douglas is survived by wife of 56 years Jeanne Study, Son Kevin Study, Daughter Kelli Schinstock and her husband Ron, Son-In-Law Alan Schultz and wife Janet. Grandchildren Becky Schultz Kyle and Mitchell Schinstock.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family to be used for charities of their choosing. Visitation Friday, February 21, 2014 from 4 ~ 8:00PM with family present after 6:00PM at Braman Mortuary Southwest Chapel. Funeral Service 11:00AM Saturday, February 22, 2014 at FaithWestwood United Methodist Church 4814 Oaks Lane Omaha Interment Oak Hills Cemetery Plattsmouth, NE
Braman Mortuary – Southwest Chapel
6505 S. 144th ST.
Omaha, NE 68137
(402)895-3400
Walter W. Baumgart
BAUMGART, Walter W.
Oct 13, 1918 – Feb 11, 2014
Born in Forest Park, Illinois, Wally went to work for Western Electric at the Hawthorne Works at the ripe age of fourteen. He served his country in WWII from 1946-1948 and married his bride “Elly” two years after being honorably discharged. Wally and Ellen lived in the Chicago area until 1957 when Western Electric brought him to Omaha. He would always say, “Omaha is a great place to raise a family” and that is exactly what he did.
Wally was preceded in death by Ellen in 2009 and is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Tom Gilmore; sons and daughters-in-law, Wayne and Julie Baumgart, Jerry and Barbara Baumgart; 8 grandchildren: Kelly, Jamie, Rachel, Jessica, Andy, Matthew, Justin and John; and 4 great-grandchildren: Ashlynn, Meredith, Emilie and Kirsten.
The family will receive friends Friday, February 14th from 6pm to 8pm at the West Center Chapel. Graveside Service Saturday, February 15th at 10:30am at Evergreen Memorial Park with military rites by American Legion Post #1. MEMORIAL SERVICE Saturday, 1pm, Calvary Lutheran Church, 2941 N. 80 St. Memorials are suggested to Disabled American Veterans or Calvary Lutheran Church.
HEAFEY-HEAFEY-HOFFMANN DWORAK & CUTLER
Mortuaries and Crematories
7805 West Center Road
Omaha, Nebraska 68124
(402) 391-3900
Eleanor J. Hundt
Hundt, Eleanor J.
Birth date: December 10, 1929
Death date: February 17, 2014
Eleanor J. Hundt, age 84, of Underwood, Iowa, passed away February 17, 2014, at the Avoca Nursing Home in Avoca, Iowa.
Eleanor was born on the family farm in James Township, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, on December 10, 1929. She was the daughter of Frederick W. and Bertha M. (Tennigkeit) Hundt. After graduating from Oakland, Iowa High School, Eleanor lived in Council Bluffs and worked for Western Electric in Omaha for 30 years. In 1968, Eleanor built a home in Underwood and continued to take care of her folks in her home until they passed away.
In addition to her parents, Eleanor was preceded in death by her infant brother, Eugene Wilhelm Hundt.
She leaves to mourn her passing, her family, Jan and Lois Flemming of Avoca, Tim and Norma Flemming and family of Florissant, CO, Nancy and Ron Emberton and family of Savannah, MO, Brian Flemming and family of Minden, Iowa, and Sue and Ethan Matthews and family of Neola, Iowa; and her neighborhood family in Underwood and other relatives and friends. Funeral service, Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. at Cutler-O’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Bayliss Park Chapel. Interment Minden, Iowa Cemetery, with a lunch following at the Minden United Church of Christ. Memorials are suggested to Underwood, Iowa Fire and Rescue Department.
He was a Department Chief at the former Omaha Works.
Roland K. Kull
Kull, Roland K.
Jan 19, 1937 – Feb 7, 2014
Age 77. Passed away at South Haven Living Center, Wahoo, NE. He was born to Fred and Clara Kull in Fremont, NE. He is survived by his loving wife, Judy; daughters, Kristi (Steve) Tyndall, Jacqueline Kull; grandsons, Jesse, Brandon and Sean Tyndall; 2 great grandsons; and sister-in-law, Carol Kull.
VISITATION 6-8pm Wednesday, February 12, Braman Mortuary Southwest Chapel. CELEBRATION of Life 10:30am Thursday, February 13, St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Millard, NE. GRAVESIDE SERVICE at 2pm, Memorial Cemetery, Fremont NE. Memorials to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, or Alzheimer’s Association , Midland’s Chapter, 1941 S. 42nd St., Suite 205, Omaha, NE 68105. 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 Feb. 9 to Feb. 11, 2014
Myron worked as a tester and inspector in the 30 bldg. and retired in 1989.
Myron J. “Bud” Widger Jr.
Widger, Myron J., Jr. “Bud”
Sep 13, 1929 – Feb 1, 2014
Myron was a Veteran of the Navy Reserve. Retired from Western Electric after 32 years. He was a proud member of Omaha Lodge #288, and other Masonic organizations. He also volunteered with the Salvation Army. Preceded in death by his first wife Beverly A. Widger; and sister Ruth Wulff. Survived by wife Roberta M. Widger; sons, David (Connie), Michael, and Lawrence Widger; step-children, Diana McKeever, Linda (Joseph) Gow, and Robert (Rita) Lawson; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Bert Wulff; niece and nephew.
FUNERAL SERVICE at 10am Saturday, February 8, at Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home. VISITATION Friday 4-7pm, with a Masonic Service at 7pm, all at the Funeral Home. Memorials suggested to the Omaha Home for Boys. WESTLAWN-HILLCREST
Memorial Park Funeral Home
5701 Center Street 402-556-2500
www.westlawnhillcrest.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Feb. 5, 2014
Kenneth G. Krumpus
Krumpus, Kenneth G.
Jan 23, 2014
Wahoo, NE. Died at the Creighton University Medical Center in Omaha. Survived by his wife Lana; sons and daughters-in-law, Michael and Franziska Schneider Krumpus of Plymouth, MN, Mark Krumpus of Derby, KS, and Darrin and Jennifer Krumpus of Brooklyn, NY; and grandchildren, Paul, Peter, Gus and Josie. Preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Margaret; and sister, Karen Krieser.
FUNERAL SERVICES are Tuesday, January 28, 2014, at 10am at Alma Lutheran Church, Mead, NE, with Pastor Andrew Dietzel, clergy. Interment in Sunrise Cemetery, Wahoo. VISITATION Monday 5-8pm, with the family Greeting friends 6-8pm at the Funeral Home. There is also a 1 hour VISITATION before the Service Tuesday. Memorials may be directed to the family.
SVOBODA FUNERAL HOME
Wahoo, NE 402-443-3624
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Jan. 26 to Jan. 27, 2014
Larry retired May 14, 1997
Larry J. Nelson
Nelsen, Larry J.
Apr 30, 1950 – Jan 15, 2014
Survived by sisters, Jackie L. Lee, Karen; brothers, Lenard, Donald, Ronald, Roy, and Tim Nelsen; nieces; nephews; and other family and friends.
SERVICES Monday 10am at the John A. Gentleman Pacific Street Chapel. Interment, Ridge Cemetery, Fremont NE. VISITATION Sunday 2-4pm at the Pacific St. Chapel. JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIESPACIFIC STREET CHAPEL
14151 Pacific St. 402-391-1664
www.johnagentleman.com
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Jan. 16 to Jan. 19, 2014
Jack was General Manager of the Omaha Works
In Memoriam
Jack McKinnon
McKinnon, Jack
Please join us for a memorial service
celebrating the life of
Jack McKinnon
Saturday, February 1, 2014
at one o’clock
The Chapel at West Parish Garden Cemetery
Andover, Massachusetts
Luncheon to follow
at the Lanam Club
Betty retired July 4, 1989.
Betty Murphy
May 29, 1927 – January 19, 2014
Grand Island, Nebraska
Bettywas born on May 29, 1927 and passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2014.
Betty was a resident of Grand Island, Nebraska.
SERVICESFUNERAL SERVICE Friday, January 24 2:00 PM
Westlawn-Hillcrest Funeral Home
5701 Center Street
Omaha, NE 68164
(402) 556-2500
I was just looking through Sundays paper and notice a familiar face in the obituaries. Tracie Arnold
(Georges) She worked for Lucent and Avaya at one time. She as born on 11-4-1964 and passed 1-9-2014. Sally Swoboda
Arnold, Tracie D. (Georges)
Tracie D. Arnold (Georges)
Nov 4, 1964 – Jan 9, 2014
Tracie was previously employed with Lucent Technologies/Avaya, and most currently at USPS. She loved riding her Harley and spending time with friends and family. Preceded in death by mother, Dee (Reno) Kelly; and grandson, Peyton. Those left to cherish her memory are daughter, Carrie Arnold; son, Christopher Arnold (Jamie Jindra) and unborn grandson; father, Donald (JoAnn) Arnold, Sr.; step-father, Jim Kelly; and siblings, Terri Jelinek and Donald Arnold, Jr.
VISITATION Monday 6-8pm, Westlawn Hillcrest Funeral Home. FUNERAL SERVICE at 11am Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 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 Jan. 12 to Jan. 13, 2014
Willis (Bill) Schleusener was an engineer at the former Omaha Works.
Willis Schleusener
Schleusener, Willis
Age 83
Willis (Bill) Schleusener of Papillion passed away January 4, 2014 at the Josie Harper Hospice House after a short illness. He was born August 4, 1930 in Rosalie, NE to Edward and Clara (Buchholz) Schleusener. Bill graduated from Pender High School and the United States Naval Academy and served with the US Air Force. He retired from Western Electric/Lucent. His hobby was playing bridge and he was awarded a Life Master Certificate from the American Contract Bridge League. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Dale, Kenneth, and Milan. Survivors are a brother Dexter (Doyce) Schleusener of Mentor, Ohio; a sister-in-law Twila Schleusener of Goodlettsville, TN a son John Schleusener, and a daughter D’Ann (Mike) Morris, grandson Daniel Morris and granddaughter Samantha Morris all of Lexington Park, MD; many nieces and nephews, and his ex-wife and caregiver Lorraine Stanfield of Papillion. The deceased bequeathed his body to the Deeded Body Program of UNMC for medical education and research. A private service and burial of cremains will be at a later date at St. Marks Cemetery Pender, NE
Published in Omaha World-Herald from Jan. 8 to Jan. 9, 2014
Herbert Walter Streng
Streng, Herbert Walter
Herb Streng, of Daytona Beach Shores Florida, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2013 at Halifax Health Hospice of Volusia/Flagler. Herb was born May 18, 1926 in Beatrice, Nebraska to John and Nora Streng. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He married his beloved wife of more than 65 years, Mary Lou Smith, on April 25, 1948. They settled in Omaha Nebraska where Herb devoted his career to Western Electric as a Department Manager for nearly 40 years and his personal life to his family and friends. In 1990 Herb and Mary Lou became part-time Floridians moving permanently to Daytona Beach Shores in 2000. Herb was a vital, active man. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He taught hunter safety courses for 25 years. For 30 years he spent part of each summer harvesting wheat in western Nebraska with his cousins. He enjoyed music, dance, and story telling. He and Mary Lou were charter members of their home church in Omaha, Lutheran Church of the Master. They have attended the Drive-in Christian Church in Daytona Beach Shores. He is preceded in death by his parents (John and Nora Streng) and dear sister Ruth Templeton. He is survived by his loving spouse Mary Lou; children, Kris (husband Ron), Julie (husband Rick), Mike (wife Nikki); grandchildren John (wife Jane), Mary Beth (husband Tom); great granddaughter Jadyn; brother Erv and sister Irene as well as all of their families and many wonderful friends.
A MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held at the Halifax Health Hospice of Volusia/Flagler chapel on Thursday, January 2, 2014 at 10am. Additional services to be held in Omaha, NE are pending. He was an important part of our lives, was dearly loved and will be deeply missed.
Published in Omaha World-Herald on Jan. 1, 2014