Obituaries

Steven "Steve" Kelso

Oct 14, 2024

Steven Kelso, age 71, passed away October 14, 2024. He was born July 21, 1953 to the late Arnold and Dorothy (Haynie) Kelso in Council Bluffs, IA. Steve was very proud that he was sober for the last 9 years. During his journey to sobriety, he was baptized. He enjoyed a good game of pitch with the family but most...

Lawrence Eickholt

Oct 13, 2024

Lawrence "Larry" Joseph Eickholt, age 82, passed away on October 13, 2024. He was born to Joseph and Deloris Eickholt on July 29, 1942, in Maryville, Missouri. He married Inella Kerber on January 16, 1965, in Fort Leonard Wood, MO.

Larry was a United States Army Veteran. After his service, he dedicated 31 years to Frito Lay, retiring in August 1998....

Jane Royer

Oct 12, 2024

Mary Jane Royer was born on December 26, 1940 in rural Neola, IA to Joseph and Hyldabell (Edwards) Papst. Jane passed into the presence of her Lord, Jesus Christ, on October 12, 2024 at her home in Underwood, IA. Jane grew up in the Neola, IA area and was the fifth of seven siblings. She was an active young lady...

Neomi Webber

Oct 12, 2024

Neomi M. Webber of Council Bluffs, Ia., passed away peacefully, Saturday, October 12, surrounded by family. Neomi was born May 1, 1933, to John and Florence Massie of Persia, Iowa. She attended Persia High School, where she played for the girls basketball team. She graduated from Stewart School of Hairstyling in 1970 and worked as a hair stylist for many...

Jon Rice

Oct 11, 2024

Jon A. Rice, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home on October 11, 2024.

He was born August 15, 1941, to the late Darrell and Leona (Witham) Rice in Wadena, IA. Jon was a professional truck driver and was a proud owner/operator. He was a man of deep convictions and strong values, embodying a unique blend of toughness and tenderness....

Juan Guillen

Oct 11, 2024

Juan Guillen, age 26, passed away October 11, 2024. He was born February 18, 1998 to Mario Guillen and Cruz Ramos de Guillen in Scottsboro, AL. With a career as a skilled garage door technician in the local carpenter union 427, Juan's passion for his work was evident to all who saw him meticulously crafting and repairing doors. From his...

Dorothy Fox

Oct 9, 2024

Dorothy Fox, age 95, passed away on October 9, 2024.

She was born December 24, 1928, to the late Carl and Violet (Aughe) Wilson in Sidney, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Charles Fox; sons, Michael, Mark, and Martin Fox; brother Donald Wilson; and son-in-law, Greg Fox.

Dorothy is survived by her...

Ellen "Ruth" Dilts

Oct 9, 2024

Ellen "Ruth" Dilts, age 93, passed away October 9, 2024. She was born March 7, 1931 to Rozzel and Edna (McIntosh) Mahan in Wewela, South Dakota. She married Clifford Dilts on March 11, 1948. Her dedication to youth and education was evident through her involvement with the Boy Scouts, Skylarks, 4-H, and her role as President of the PTA during...

Elizabeth Ann Judkins

Oct 5, 2024

Elizabeth Ann Judkins, age 67, passed away October 5, 2024. She was born December 11, 1956 to Harold and Margaret (Espinosa) Judkins in Council Bluffs, IA. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Margaret Judkins; son, Jacob Hemmingsen; and a sister, Mary Cowan.

Survivors include her son, Andrew Judkins (AJ Schmidt); daughter, Sarah (William) Conroy; grandson, Basil; sister, Stephanie...

June Blizzard

Oct 5, 2024

June Marie Blizzard passed away, with her family by her side, on Oct. 5, 2024 at the age of 92. June, the daughter of Frank Thomas and Mildred (Reason) Thomas, was born on July 16, 1932 in rural Taylor County, IA and was one of 10 children. She married Walter Edmund Blizzard on April 5, 1952 and they were blessed...

Patricia Mahlberg

Oct 5, 2024

Patricia Mahlberg, age 86, passed away October 5, 2024. She was born May 7, 1938 to Buford and Madge (Buckridge) Sanders in Chicago, IL.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by spouse, John Mahlberg; sister, Barbara Schiltz.

Patricia is survived by her children, Debbie Landes, Kathleen Steenson, and Randall Utterback; grandchildren, Jesse (Becky)...

Helen Waugh

Oct 3, 2024

Helen Joanne (Christensen) Waugh, age 91, passed away on October 3, 2024. She was born on March 28, 1933 to Chris and Mabel (Madison) Christensen in Council Bluffs, IA. She was married to Frank M. Waugh until his passing in 1987. Helen and her significant other, Dwane Kraay were together until his passing in 2021.

Helen is survived by her son,...

Frederick Brewer

Oct 3, 2024

Frederick "Fred" Thomas Brewer, age 68, passed away October 3, 2024. He was born November 24, 1955 to Thomas Sr. and Willa (Schwartz) Morgan in Tecumseh, Michigan.

He was preceded in death by father, Thomas Morgan Sr; sisters, April McKeever, Cindy McKeever; grandparents, Frederick and Winni Schwartz.

Frederick is survived by his son, Todd (Carrin) Brewer; daughter, Dawn Brewer; grandchildren, Ashley (Nick),...

Margaret "Peg" Goldsberry

Oct 2, 2024

Margaret A. "Peg" Goldsberry, age 95, passed away on October 2, 2024.

She was born December 5, 1928, to the late Paul and Martha (Hauger) Mayberry in Glenwood, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, James Goldsberry; son-in-law, Thomas Wick; brother, Richard Mayberry; sisters, Phyllis Tomich and Evelyn McIntosh; stepmother, Bessie Mayberry.

Margaret is survived by...

Kenneth Adkins

Oct 1, 2024

Kenneth L. "Kenny" Adkins, age 72, passed away on October 1, 2024.

He was born November 7, 1951 to the late Robert and Betty (Howe) Adkins in Council Bluffs, IA. Kenny graduated from Lewis Central High School with the class of 1970 and was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church.

Kenny is survived by his wife of...

Connie Zimmerman

Sep 30, 2024

Connie Zimmerman, age 75, passed away September 30, 2024. She was born on March 24, 1949, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, she was the daughter of Wayne and Donna (Tracy) Schafer. Connie's life was a tapestry woven with love, creativity, and community. She attended Thomas Jefferson Highschool and called Council Bluffs home until she married in 1968. Home moved to Lincoln,...

Tracy Lee

Sep 29, 2024

Tracy (Otterstedt) Lee, beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2024, at the age of 58. Born on June 5, 1966, in Chicopee, Massachusetts, Tracy filled her life with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments that touched everyone around her.

In 1986, Tracy's life took a serendipitous turn when she met her soulmate, Greg, on a...

Rose Kirchhoff

Sep 29, 2024

Rose Mary Kirchhoff, age 85 years, passed away at Midlands Living Center in Council Bluffs, Iowa after battling cancer on September 29, 2024.

Rose was born January 5, 1939, in Omaha, NE, to the late Joseph and Virginia (De George) Christina. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in Council Bluffs with the Class of 1958. Rose was united in marriage...

Theodore W. "Ted" Trede

Sep 28, 2024

Theodore W. "Ted" Trede, age 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family at his home in Treynor, Iowa, on September 28, 2024.

He was born February 7, 1944, to the late Bill and Esther (Koch) Trede in Council Bluffs, IA. Ted graduated from Treynor High School and was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of Zion Congregational Church.

In addition...

Sharon Binder

Sep 27, 2024

Sharon Rae Binder (Cohrs), aged 84, passed away on September 27, 2024, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, where she was also born on July 20, 1940. A graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Sharon remained a lifelong resident of her beloved hometown.

Sharon is survived by her daughters, Michelle Young and Amy Andrade; son-in-law, Cecilio Andrade Gonzalez; seven grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren....