Local obituaries for Omaha, & Douglas County, NE.
Kent James Lavene
Jan 26, 2024
Kent J. Lavene passed away January 26, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 69 years. He was born February 28, 1954, in Lexington, Nebraska to Paul and Dorothy (Bonser) Lavene. He grew up on the family farm just outside of the Village of Bertrand.
Kent attended Bertrand High School, then attended Central Community College in Hastings, earning an associate...
Gordon Gerard Kline
Jan 26, 2024
Gordon Gerard Kline, also known as Gordy, passed away on January 26, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 70. He was born on July 20, 1953, in Omaha. Gordy was a beloved individual who will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Gordy was a jokester at heart, always bringing laughter and joy to those around him. He...
Patricia Marie (Hess) Travis
Jan 21, 2024
Pat was fiercely independent and strongly opinionated. She also had a huge heart and an inquisitive mind that she shared with her family, friends, and students. Growing up in Omaha, NE she attended St. Bernard’s Grade School and Marian High School constantly active in different groups and sharing her musical talents. She became a Servant of Mary and taught in...
Gary Grant Hofeldt II
Jan 19, 2024
Gary G Hofeldt II entered his heavenly home on January 19, 2024. He was born to Gary and Marilyn Hofeldt on 12/15/64 in Denver Colorado. Gary married Julie in 1985 even after the marriage was dissolved, they continued to care and Love for their son Davin Hofeldt. Davin was and will continue to be Gary’s pride and joy! Gary attended...
John Weldon Teachman
Jan 17, 2024
John W. Teachman, 81 died January 17,2024 at an Omaha hospital from end-stage Chronic Heart Failure (CHF).A Celebration of Life will be announced in the future to allow travel for relatives and friends.
John was born to Willard and Edith (Meyer) Teachman on June 14th, 1942 in Lincoln, Nebraska. John is the youngest of three children. He is preceded in death...
Michael Lee Henry Miller
Jan 16, 2024
God created Michael on 12-14-71 and he is born into the Family of Dick & Margie Miller, his parents. He is their second child and becomes the little brother to his big sister Christa. Michael has 2 middle names, Lee from his Grandfather Chapin and Henry from his Great Grandfather Miller. Michael becomes the first boy Grandson in the Chapin...
William Harvey Anderson
Jan 14, 2024
William H. (Bill) Anderson, 87, died January 14, 2024 at an Omaha hospital from end-stage COPD and RSV.
A Celebration of Life, with music and shared memories, will be 2 PM Saturday, March 23 (a change from previously announced date), at First Unitarian Church, 31st & Harney Street in Omaha.
Bill was born to Harvey and Vernetta (Roecker) Anderson in 1936 in Sioux...
Ursula "Ulla" Anne Clark
Jan 10, 2024
Ursula was born in Germany and moved to the US when she was 15. She was preceded in death by Husband Edward Clark, Daughter Jolene Lee, Mother Ella Arp, and Father Hans Arp and her beloved dog “Duke”.
Ursula was survived by her Sisters Heike Kahl and Antje Wolter (Harry). Daughters Deanna Huff and Christine Huff (Mike). Grandchildren Michaela...
Kay Ann Sheets
Jan 10, 2024
Kay Ann Sheets, born February 16, 1953, the mother to Lee, Jeffery & Daniel and stepmother to Russell & Maria, passed away in the early morning hours of January 10, 2024, after a long battle with cancer. Her final moments were spent peacefully in her home in Omaha, surrounded by family. Kay never knew a stranger; she made friends wherever she...
Marian Kay Fitzgerald
Jan 4, 2024
Marian is survived by her children, Kyle Fitzgerald, Robert Fitzgerald, Cheyanne Fitzgerald; grandchildren, Sonny McClain and Cali McClain; siblings, Virginia Welchert, Carolyn Wagner, and Robert Hanzlik; many nieces and nephews.
Celebration of Life 12 pm Monday, Jan 15th, at DJ’s Dugout, 777 N 114th St, Omaha NE.
Rebekah Danae Frank
Jan 4, 2024
Rebekah Danae Frank passed away peacefully at her home in Tekamah, NE on January 4, 2024 after a long battle with colorectal cancer with her husband Zach, and family by her side. Bek, as she was called by family and friends, was born on May 15th, 1990 in Wayne, NE. She was the daughter of Aaron Ogan and Kerri Spahn...
JoAnne McCurley
Jan 3, 2024
JoAnne McCurley, born on March 14, 1951, in Albuquerque, NM, passed away on January 3, 2024, in Omaha, NE, following complications from heart surgery.She graduated from Satellite High School in Florida, pursued some college education, and dedicated years to various professions, including teaching, pharmacy tech, and uniform rental roles.A devout member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, JoAnne actively contributed to her...
Woodrow "Woody" Dillman
Jan 3, 2024
Woody grew up in Omaha and was a 1965 graduate of Central High School. He received his bachelors in education from Kearney State College (UNK) and a masters in counseling from University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO).He served many young people as an educator and counselor for Omaha Public Schools at Lewis & Clark Junior High School.Woody enjoyed athletics, the...
Rebecca Lynn Cohen
Dec 31, 2023
Rebecca (Becky) L Cohen passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 31, 2023 after a two-year battle with glioblastoma, with her husband, Howard, daughter, Jen, and son, Eric, by her side.Becky was preceded in death by her mother, Ira Garrison; father, Ernest Garrison; and sisters, Connie (Walker) and Kathy (Young) of San Diego, CA. She is survived by her...
Lonabelle Rae Hein
Dec 31, 2023
At 96 1/2 years of age, Lonabelle passed away peacefully at Brookestone Village, Omaha NE, after moving here a few months ago. A Celebration of Life will be held in the spring (date to be determined).
Lonabelle was born In Hitchock SD to Lillian (nee Mendenhal) and Elmer LeGrand. She had many fond memories of growing up in the Hitchcock...
Donald Lee Kostszewa
Dec 29, 2023
Preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Virginia; siblings, Jack, Jim, and Virginia. Don is survived by his wife, Diane; daughter, Kelly (Jim) Moline; son, Craig; Carrie Olson; grandsons, Reece and Colin Kostszewa; sister, Leona Era; brother, Bob; brothers-in-law, Dennis (Jan) and Mike (Sharon) Moran; many nieces and nephews
Don worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for 42 years....
Scott Allen Matthiessen
Dec 16, 2023
Scott A. Matthiessen, 62, of Omaha, Nebraska, born August 31, 1961, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan, passed away peacefully at home on December 16, 2023.
Scott is survived by his loving wife, Lisa Matthiessen; three daughters, Jenn (Chris) Perrings, Christine (David) Young, and Mallory Matthiessen (Jacob Halcomb); seven grandchildren, Natalie Perrings, Sofia Perrings, Sadie Perrings, Charlotte Perrings, Jersey Young, Jacey Young,...
Cameron Ashley Christian
Dec 14, 2023
Cameron Ashley Christian passed away on December 14, 2023, at UNMC from a tragic accident. Cami, as she was called by friends and family, was born on May 27th, 1998. She was an adventurous, loving, fierce, and caring woman. She was an awesome mother of two amazing boys, Milo and Cameron.
Her laugh was contagious, and she always lit up...
Joseph Thomas Ehlers
Dec 12, 2023
Joseph Thomas Ehlers was born April 10, 1970 in Spirit Lake, Iowa to Phyllis Madelyn Rizzo and Ronald Joe Ehlers. As his brother in law said, "410, he's a shotgun." Joe was off like a shot gun running all over Spirit Lake on great adventures daily some of which involved water, massive bike ramps, climbing trees, bicycles and frequent...
Shelly Renee McPherson
Dec 7, 2023
Shelly Reneé McPherson was born November 4, 1967, in Omaha, Nebraska, to Kenneth and Linda (Brown) McPherson. She passed away very unexpectedly at home on December 7, 2023.
Shelly was baptized at Holy Ghost Catholic Church and confirmed at St. John Vianney Catholic Church, Omaha, Nebraska. She graduated from Millard South High School, Capitol Beauty School, and Bellevue University (magna cum laude). The...
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