Obituaries

Nov 22, 2024

Lyle G. “Charlie” Redding was born on February 20, 1936 in Decatur, Nebraska to Glen and Lydia (Knapp) Redding.  He passed away on Friday, November 22, 2024 in Onawa, Iowa. Charlie was the 9th of 10 children. He grew up on the family farm southwest of Decatur.  He attended grade school at Elm Creek Country School and graduated from...

Nov 21, 2024

John David Reed, 76 passed away at his home in Omaha NE on November 21st, 2024. John was born on November 11th,1948. John is survived by his loving wife Jayne Reed, his son Joe Reed, granddaughters, sisters Barbara Bond, Mary Gillespie, and Carol Reed Freer, and beloved Patches Reed and Millie Perkins and numerous nieces and nephews. John was...

Nov 20, 2024

Leonard Michael Ross, 77, passed away on November 20, 2024 at home in Omaha, NE. Born on November 03, 1947, Leonard, affectionately known as Lenny, was a beacon of joy and love throughout his entire life. Lenny served in the U.S. Navy from 1965 to 1968. After his military service, he embarked on a fulfilling career as an optician for...

Nov 17, 2024

Gary Lee Slowik was born on September 4, 1951 to John and Dorothy Slowik, the eldest of five sons.  He passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024 on the birthday of his youngest brother who was at his side.

Gary attended St. Adalbert's Grade School, graduating in 1965.  He was a quiet but above average student receiving...

Nov 11, 2024

Ronald Joseph Wolfe III, known affectionately as Ronnie, was born on May 7, 1971, in Omaha, Nebraska, where he spent his entire life. He is the eldest child of Ronald J. Wolfe Jr. and Diana Hoagland. He was a devoted father to his two children, Trevor, 30, and Mackenzie, 27, and his love for his family was evident to all...

Nov 8, 2024

Frank R. Novotny May 29, 1931 - November 8, 2024 Frank grew up in South Omaha and graduated from South High School. He joined the Army infantry and served during the Korean war. Frank was a long-time member of St. Bernadette’s parish as well as the South Omaha Eagles, VFW and American Legion. Frank enjoyed gardening and had an entire...

Nov 2, 2024

JoAnn Izokaitis May 23, 1954 – November 2, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of JoAnn Izokaitis (Zurek) who passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 2, 2024. JoAnn was a beloved wife, mother, and friend whose legacy of kindness, warmth, and generosity will be forever remembered. JoAnn was born on May 23, 1954,...

Oct 29, 2024

Theresa C. Cavanaugh September 27, 1929 - October 29, 2024 Theresa was preceded in death by her loving husbands Robert Killion and Quentin Cavanaugh; parents John and Margaret Crisman; brothers Jack, James, Virgil and Robert Crisman; sister Valerie Abbott; children Donna and Jean Marie; grandson Jesse Cavanaugh. She is survived by her brother Richard (Renee Parker) Crisman; children Sandy (Bill)...

Oct 27, 2024

Nancy Elaine Squiers beloved mother and grandparent, passed away peacefully Oct. 27 while surrounded by her loving daughters at Homestead Assisted Living in La Vista, NE. She was 88. Nancy was born Sept. 22, 1936 in Auburn, NE to Willa and Herbert Kidwell. She grew up in Omaha, NE where she attended Minne Lusa Elementary School and received a GED...

Oct 27, 2024

James was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Ann Harvat. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years Patricia Harvat; children William (Tiffany) Harvat, Michael Harvat, and Michelle (Taylor) Woodward; grandchildren Jude and Harrison "Harry" Harvat, Eliana and Kaden Woodward; sister Jan (Rick) Limpach; and many more family and friends. Jim served in the Navy for...

Oct 25, 2024

Leo Garcia passed away on October 25th, 2024 in La Vista, NE. He was preceded in death by his father, Leo Garcia, his mother, Lucy Garcia, his brother Robert Garcia, and his wife of 46 years, Sheila Garcia. Leo is survived by brothers Benny (Jean), Roy (Josie), sister Sylvia Garcia-Silva, children David (Donna), Shannan, Keith: 5 grandchildren: Brandon (Lexie), Skyler,...

Oct 24, 2024

Beth was born on August 14, 1972 in Omaha, Nebraska, the youngest child of John “Jay” and Ann Marie (Keenan) Bowen. She was born a happy child with a song on her lips and in her heart, which carried on throughout her life. She was proud to be a 3rd generation graduate of Mercy High School, Class of 1990 and...

Oct 24, 2024

Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband Norman E. Tooker; daughter Lila L. Tooker; parents Harold and Helen Zeilinger; brother Robert Zeilinger

She is survived by her son Russell N. Tooker and grandson Garrett J. Tooker; brother Howard Zeilinger.

Oct 17, 2024

In Loving Memory of Marion C. Kleyla

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marion C. Kleyla at the age of 89.

Marion was born on June 8, 1935, in Kansas City, Missouri to Ernest and Florence Schmidt.

Marion's cousin introduced her future husband (Jack) at a dance at...

Oct 14, 2024

Mary Ann Ness was born on December 29, 1946 to Thomas and Viola(Eilts) Crelly in Mitchell, SD. She grew up and received her education at Notre Dame High School, graduating class of1964.

Upon graduation, Mary attended Presentation College. She then began working in medical records in St Joseph Hospital in Mitchell, SD. Mary went on to work...

Oct 13, 2024

Philip was preceded in death by his Father Philip H. Comer, Jr.

He is survived by his mother Judith Comer; children Courtney Conrad, Hannah (Keegan Glynn) Comer, Dylan Comer; sister April (Dan) Riley, Angela (John) Kollekowski, brother Jeff (Michelle) Comer; and many more family and friends.

Oct 12, 2024

Pauline was preceded in death by her husband Irvin Frodyma; parents Tony and Mary Oddo.

She is survived by her children Ted (Judy) Frodyma, Chris (Curt) Kawamoto, Deb (Mike) O'Connor and Teresa (Charlie) Meyers; 12 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and  great great grandchildren; and many family and friends.

Oct 12, 2024

Rudy was preceded in death by his father Jack Strong; paternal grandparents Thomas H. and Verna Strong; maternal grandparents Rudy and Margaret Turek.

He is survived by his mother Mary Strong; brother William (Michelle) Strong; sisters Ami (Scott) Kayser and Terri Strong; uncle Daniel (Connie) Turek; and many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Oct 10, 2024

Full Obituary Notice pending at this time.

Oct 9, 2024

Carol Jean (Miller) Bogacz was born July 2, 1953 in Denison, Iowa to Ray and Mary (Petersen) Miller, the youngest of five children.  She was educated in Ida Grove, Iowa and graduated from Schleswig, Iowa High School in 1971.  She then majored in accounting at Dana College in Blair, NE and graduated in 1975.

Carol started working...