Obituaries

Lora Sparr

Mar 6, 2025

Lora Ellen Sparr, age 64, of Council Bluffs passed away at home surrounded by family on Thursday, March 6, 2025.

She was born June 10, 1960 to the late Carl and Betty (Walker) Engelking, in Omaha, Nebraska and graduated from Tri-Center High school with the class of 1978.

Lora was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Betty; her brother, Richard...

Charmaine Turner

Dec 14, 2024

Charmaine Turner, age 88, passed away on December 14th, 2024. She was born on March 5th, 1936, to Joseph and Evelyn(Skahan) Irvin in Austin, MN. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her spouse, Bruce Turner, son-in-law Bob Hassler, twin Sister Charlotte Horstmann and her husband Jack Horstmann and brother Gene Irvin. 

Charmaine is survived by her sister...

LaDonna Hardiman

Mar 12, 2025

LaDonna B. "Donna" Hardiman, age 94, passed away peacefully at Prairie Gate on March 12, 2025.

She was born September 14, 1930, to the late Wayne and Nellie (Dilts) Jones in Missouri Valley, IA. Donna and her late husband operated Hardiman Greenhouse for many years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Clarence Hardiman; son,...

Mary Ellen Dixon

Mar 11, 2025

Mary Ellen Dixon, age 99, passed away March 11, 2025. She was born July 14, 1925 to Sydney and Anna (Duke) Murray in Oneida, NY.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Warren J "Duke" Dixon; daughter, Nancy J. Buck; granddaughter, Sarah Araujo; great granddaughter, Audrey Keiner

Mary is survived by...

Melody Bartrem

Mar 11, 2025

Melody L. Bartrem, age 91, passed away on March 11, 2025.

She was born April 23, 1933, to the late Lloyd and Edith (Crispie) Bartrem in Lenox, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Keith Womochil; siblings, Melvin Bartrem, Norletta Reed, Nancy Rusco, and Betty Campbell; granddaughter, Keli Kim Krayneski.

Melody is survived by her children,...

David Lines

Mar 11, 2025

David M Lines, age 79, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital March 11, 2025. He was born June 7, 1945 to Dean and Dorothy (Roeder) Lines in Council Bluffs, IA.

David graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1963 and retired from American Games.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janette Lines.

David...

Kaye Wohlers

Mar 10, 2025

Kaye Wohlers, age 69, passed away March 10, 2025. She was born August 18, 1955 to Rodney and Rose (Conkling) Brinckerhoff in Nebraska City, NE.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mal Wohlers; brother, Rodney Brinckerhoff; sisters, Karen Jordan, Charlene Brinckerhoff.

Kaye is survived by her daughter, Hope (Dave) Burns; 3 grandchildren, Zoe, Ari, and...

Anna Meador

Mar 9, 2025

Anna Marie Meador, age 59, passed away March 9, 2025 in Council Bluffs. She was born at the Airforce Base in Johnson County, Missouri on November 21, 1965 to Meredith Howard Meador, Jr., and Barbara Marie (Swanson) Colton.

Anna primarily worked in the healthcare industry, but held several jobs to provide for her special needs daughter, Misty, the biggest joy in...

Ramona Bock

Mar 8, 2025

Ramona M. Bock, age 89, passed away on March 8, 2025.

She was born September 15, 1935, in Denver, Colorado.

Ramona was preceded in death by her uncle and aunt that raised her, Arnold and Hildur Willhoft; and brother, Richard Larson.

Ramona is survived by her husband of 70 years, Judson Bock Sr.; children, Laurie (Thomas) Hines, Cindy (Steven) Warren, Judson Bock Jr.,...

Steven Exstrom

Mar 8, 2025

Steven Ralph Exstrom, age 56, passed away at his home on March 8, 2025.

He was born on September 16, 1968, to the late Ralph and Peggy (Burke) Exstrom in Grand Island, NE. Steve graduated from Valley High School with the Class of 1987.

Steve met Angela at the Gretna Bowl where they worked together and became great friends. While Steve did...

Thomas Jensen

Mar 6, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Jensen, age 84, passed away March 6, 2025. He was born May 19, 1940 to Everett and Josephine (Schmitt) Jensen in Ringsted, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughters, Mary Ambrose and Diane Jensen.

Thomas is survived by his wife, Marie Jensen; children, Laura (Andy Tingwald) Fender,...

Philip Higgins

Mar 5, 2025

Philip Gail Higgins was called to his eternal home the morning of March 5, 2025, in Council Bluffs, IA at the age of 78. His family takes great comfort in knowing that he is now rejoicing with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Phil was born on October 10, 1946, in Council Bluffs, IA to Phyllis Ann (Heitman) Higgins and Gail...

Lonnie Henry

Mar 5, 2025

Lonnie D. Henry, age 87, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital March 5, 2025.

He was born July 31, 1937, to the late Roy and Leona (McDaniel) Henry in Percival, IA. Lonnie graduated from Sidney High School with the class of 1955 and then proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from Lucent...

Kathe Moore

Mar 5, 2025

Kathe Moore, age 88, passed away March 5, 2025. She was born July 4, 1936 to Konrad and Babbette (Eichenmüller) Gentsch in Reichenschwand, Germany.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Richard "Dick" Moore; brothers, Otto Gentsch, and Georg Gentsch; sister, Minna Donjanow; nephew, Thomas Gentsch.

Kathe is survived by her children,...

Thomas Suden

Mar 5, 2025

Thomas "Tom" Suden, age 69, passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born January 29, 1956 to Melvin and Anne (Culjat) Suden.

A kind and gentle soul, he was the epitome of a "nice guy," always ready to lend a hand. Tom was a man of many talents, known especially for...

Leonard Kline

Mar 3, 2025

Leonard L. Kline, age 67, passed away at Prairie Gate on March 3, 2025. 

He was born November 2, 1957, to the late Leonard and Mildred (Malone) Kline in Council Bluffs, IA. Leonard was born and raised in Council Bluffs and graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1977. 

He lived in rural Shelby for 20 years before returning...

Marjorie Powell-McIntosh

Mar 1, 2025

Marjorie A. Powell-McIntosh, age 88, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center on March 1, 2025.

She was born July 9, 1936, to the late George and Hazel (Hansen) Knudsen in Harlan, IA. Marjorie graduated from Harlan High School with the class of 1955 and retired from the original Council Bluffs Savings Bank, later known as US Bank....

DeAnn Rader

Feb 27, 2025

DeAnn Rader, age 58, passed away February 27, 2025. She was born February 1, 1967 to Merle and Dana (LeManton) Smith in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Geoff Smith.

DeAnn is survived by her children, Bart (Jenny) Hansen, Brooke (Josh) Rader, Breanne Rader, Luke (Lindsi) Johnson;10 grandchildren, Noah, Ryker, Jansen, Jahysa,...

William Darrington

Feb 27, 2025

William W. "Bill" Darrington, age 82, passed away peacefully at Primrose Assisted Living on February 27, 2025.

He was born January 14, 1943, to the late William and Mabel (Gravert) Darrington in Council Bluffs, IA. Bill graduated from Tri-Center High School with the class of 1961 and was a lifelong farmer.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by...

Bonnie Shilling

Feb 26, 2025

Bonnie Shilling, age 90, passed away February 26, 2025. She was born February 4, 1935 to Richard and Geraldine (Pryor) Jones in Iowa City, Iowa. Bonnie was a lover of all animals. She enjoyed collecting various antiques, known for her deep faith and unwavering love.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Ollie...