Obituaries

Stephen Sanders

Feb 23, 2025

Stephen Holmes Sanders, age 89, passed away on February 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 8, 1935, in Burlington, Kansas, Stephen was the son of Walter and Alma Sanders. He graduated from Burlington High School in 1953 and served in the Navy from 1953 to 1961. Stephen earned a degree in Business Management from Kansas...

Charles Aldrich

Apr 14, 2025

Charles "Shorty" Aldrich, age 79, passed away April 14, 2025. He was born October 14, 1945 to Albert and Frances (Cahill). He was known as "the jack of all trades" he helped neighbors and friends with his many talents to make a living. He enjoyed raising and breeding various animals to sell, specifically dogs and birds. Charles enjoyed fishing and...

Marilee Fowler

Apr 13, 2025

Marilee Fowler, age 72, passed away peacefully at her home on April 13, 2025.

She was born November 10, 1952, to James and Evelyn (Garges) Hedrick in Omaha, NE.

Marilee was preceded in death by father, James Hedrick; in-laws, Wayne & Margie Fowler.

Marilee is survived by her husband of 55 years, Douglas Fowler; mother, Evelyn Hedrick; children, Stacie (Tony) Arenas and Rick...

Robert Vanecek

Apr 12, 2025

Robert Edward Vanecek ("Bob"), age 83, passed away with his loving wife by his side, at Josie Harper Hospice House on April 12, 2025.

Bob was born on February 9, 1942 to the late Charles and Grace (Soar) Vanecek in Council Bluffs. He graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1960. One year after graduation, Bob was involved in a serious...

Larry Funkhouser

Apr 11, 2025

Larry O. Funkhouser, age 60, passed away peacefully at his home on April 11, 2025.

He was born April 26, 1964 to Roger and Jean (Fitzsimmons) Funkhouser in Omaha, NE. Larry worked at the Council Bluffs Country Club for over 30 years.

He was preceded in death by his father, Roger Funkhouser; and brother, Donald Funkhouser.

Larry is survived by his companion of...

Jerry Stotts

Apr 11, 2025

Jerry Stotts, age 71, passed away April 11, 2025. He was born October 25, 1953 to Joseph and Oralene (Elwood) in Omaha, Nebraska.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Joseph "Jode" Stotts.

Jerry is survived by his children, Chelsey Stotts, and Justin Stotts and their mother, Brenda; grandson, Carter Stotts;...

James Tijerina

Apr 10, 2025

James A. Tijerina, age 56, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away on April 10, 2025.

James was born on January 20, 1969, to Manuel and Mary Lou (Mercado) Tijerina in Council Bluffs. A proud graduate of Abraham Lincoln High School, Class of 1987, James built a fulfilling career as a skilled craftsman with Whiting-Turner Contracting Company, where he left his mark...

Norma Sturm

Apr 9, 2025

Norma Jean Sturm, age 76, passed away at Nebraska Medicine April 9, 2025.

She was born January 7, 1949, to the late Charles and Margaret (Newsome) Crawford in Leon, IA. Norma graduated from Leon High School.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Sturm; sisters, Virginia (Ronald) Cox and Charlotte Crawford; nephew, Doug Cox.

Norma is...

Ronald Smith

Apr 8, 2025

Ronald Nathan Smith, 97, was taken to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 8, 2025 at Amelia Senior Living in Council Bluffs. Ron was born October 1, 1927 in rural Cass County, Iowa to James Smith and Cora (Hampel) Smith. He was the youngest of six siblings.

Ron was an avid athlete, especially as a...

Cathy Moore

Apr 7, 2025

Cathy Louise (Donelson) Moore, born on January 29, 1948, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away on April 7, 2025, at Azria Health Longview in Missouri Valley, Iowa. Her passing followed several health challenges after a fall in January.

Cathy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dennis Moore; her parents, Ester Marie Keller and Clifford H. Donelson and her...

Brian McManus

Apr 7, 2025

Brian McManus, age 69, passed away April 7, 2025. He was born March 14, 1956 to Hugh and Leota (Wise) McManus in Omaha, NE.

He was preceded in death by his son Douglas; father, Hugh; brother, Steve; niece, Christina; and grandson, Adam.

Left to honor his memory is his wife, Grace; daughter, Grace (Scott) Weilage; son, Robert...

Lynette McCoy

Apr 7, 2025

Lynette McCoy, age 74, passed away April 7, 2025. She was born March 4, 1951 to Arthur and Olga (Hintz) Schroeder in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Leonard Schroeder.

Lynette is survived by her husband, Michael McCoy; and son, John McCoy; and a host of other extended...

Cathy Tichy

Apr 5, 2025

Cathy R. Tichy, age 68, passed away peacefully at her home on April 5, 2025.

She was born January 14, 1957, to the late Max and Dorothy (Burbridge) Kennedy in Council Bluffs, IA. Cathy graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1975 and then immediately began a career at Woodmen Life. She was Vice President of Underwriting for...

Marvin Stokes

Apr 4, 2025

Marvin Stokes, age 69, passed away on April 4, 2025. He was born on April 21, 1955, to Marvin P. and Louise (Slaughter) Stokes in Toledo, Ohio.

Marvin proudly served in the U.S. Army from June 1976 to June 1979. Following his military service, he continued his commitment to his country through three years of federal service at Echterdingen...

Lee Peterson

Mar 30, 2025

Lee William Peterson, age 74, passed away March 30, 2025. He was born January 17, 1951 to the late William A. and Pearl E. (Gregersen) Peterson in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beverly; and daughter, Angie Fichter.

He is survived by his children, Jarred Peterson, Treva Peterson, Misty (Anthony) Shannon, and...

Fredrick "Fred" Fouts

Mar 29, 2025

Fredrick "Fred" Fouts, age 67, passed away on March 29, 2025. He was born on January 4, 1958, to the late Chester "Pete" and Kathryn (Finken) Fouts.

Fred dedicated over 30 years of his life to Griffin Pipe, where he took great pride in his work and the work family he built there. Beyond his career, he was most proud of...

JoAnna Sue "Jo" Kilnoski Downing

Mar 27, 2025

JoAnna Sue Kilnoski Downing, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family on March 27, 2025.

Jo was a nurse for over 20 years, dedicated to the care of geriatric patients. She had a true gift for taking care of people in their final days.

Jo is survived by her parents, John & Jeannie Kilnoski; sisters, Tina Edevane (Stacy)...

Kevin Neighbors

Mar 25, 2025

Kevin Neighbors, age 62, passed away March 25, 2025. He was born March 22, 1963 to Jerald and Opal (Redding) Neighbors in Council Bluffs, IA

Kevin is preceded in death by his father, Jerald Neighbors; and brother, Phil Neighbors.

Kevin is survived by his children, Nicole Neighbors (Zachary Brown), Ryan (Jackie) Neighbors, Jessica Neighbors (Brent Clark) and...

Bruce Beatty

Mar 24, 2025

Bruce Howard Beatty, aged 82, passed away on March 24, 2025. He was a beloved father, husband, grandfather, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Bruce was born on April 18, 1942, in Creston, lowa , where he spent his formative years. He went on to attend the University of lowa and later became a...

Clifford Fowler

Mar 24, 2025

Clifford Wesley Fowler, age 73, passed away March 24, 2025. He was born January 16, 1952 to Clifford and Thelma (Henderson) Fowler in Coleville, WA. Clifford enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and camping when time allowed. For the last 30 years, Clifford worked at Omaha Standard Palfinger. Clifford married Linda (Mace) in February of 1978, the couple had 4 children.

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