Obituaries

William Gallo

Nov 15, 2024

Bill Gallo, age 87, passed away peacefully November 15, 2024, at Jennie Edmundson Hospital surrounded by his family and a wonderful group of caring nursing staff members.

Bill and his wife, Mary, celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary in June.

He was preceded in death by his parents Billie and Angie Gallo, his infant son, Anthony, and granddaughter, Paige.

Bill is survived by his...

Kenneth Hansen

Dec 30, 2024

Kenneth Hansen, age 75, passed away December 30, 2024. He was born March 11, 1949 to the late Henry and Emma (Thomas) Hansen in Council Bluffs, IA.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Shirley Hansen; children, Mony (Tony) LaMarre, Amanda (Grant) Olsen, Kimberly (Steve) Armstrong; 8 grandchildren, Jake, Sami, AJ, Caden, Cody, Alex, Annie, Shirley; and a host of other family...

Glen Earleywine

Dec 28, 2024

Glen S. Earleywine , age 87, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away on December 28, 2024, at Jennie Edmundson Hospital in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Glen was born on September 23, 1937, in Logan, IA to Stoker & Vivian (Lamb) Earleywine. Glen's greatest fondness was his family, his grand puppies who he called "his wiggle butts" (Hannah & Hailey) and...

Dr. Craig Barr

Dec 26, 2024

Dr. Craig David Barr, 69, of Bellevue, NE, formerly Council Bluffs, IA, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024.

Craig was born in San Antonio, TX, on July 7, 1955 to Stanley and Donna (Pederson) Barr. He grew up with his four siblings in Wisconsin and spent the majority of his childhood in New Richmond. His fondest childhood memories included fishing,...

Ronald Neve

Dec 26, 2024

Ronald Neve, age 65, passed away December 26, 2024. He was born February 11, 1959 to Edwin and Clara (Rowe) Neve in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers; and a best friend, Paul VanVoltenberg.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Tami Neve; children, Dave (Loni) Neve, Trevor (Meagan) Wurtz, Shanon (Tiffany) Wurtz;...

Millard Green, JR

Dec 26, 2024

On December 26, 2024 at the age of 78 Millard Lee Green,Jr loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend passed away at his home surrounded by his family. Millard was known by all that knew and loved him as simply "Jr". He was born in 1946 in Omaha, Nebraska to Millard Lee Green, Sr. and Crystal Coburn Green. Jr...

Trisha Bradley

Dec 25, 2024

Trisha Bradley, age 48, passed away December 25, 2024. She was born June 10, 1976 in Omaha, Nebraska.

Trisha's life was defined by her love and devotion to her family. She found joy in the simple, beautiful moments-watching her two sons play baseball, seeing her daughter dance, and spending time by any body of water, whether it was the...

Shawn Rorie

Dec 25, 2024

Shawn A. Rorie, age 57, passed away December 25, 2024. He was born October 12, 1967 to Raymond and Ermal (Black) Rorie in Kenosha, WI.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Earl Wayne Rorie.

Shawn is survived by his wife, Tracie Rorie; children, Krysti (Shawn) Milledge, Autumn Rorie, Eden Rorie, and Dakota Rorie; step children:...

Adam Strain

Dec 25, 2024

Adam Strain, age 42, passed away December 25, 2024. He was born January 9, 1982.

Adam is survived by his mother, Robin Strain; sister, Kris (Jeff) Lorenzen; 2 nephews, Jesse Lorenzen, and Sean Lorenzen; and other friends and family.

Per Adam's wishes, no services will be held.

Bernard Nekuda

Dec 22, 2024

Bernard "Bernie" Nekuda, age 65, was born on February 27, 1959 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was the son of Anton and Evelyn (Sedlacek) Nekuda. Bernie died on December 22, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Helen

Survivors include his wife, Patricia; daughter Geta Nekuda; son, Noah Nekuda; two brothers: Anton...

Mickey Mace, Jr.

Dec 22, 2024

Maurice L. "Mickey" Mace, Jr., age 74, passed away on December 22, 2024.

He was born August 10, 1950, to the late Maurice and Edith (McMullen) Mace, Sr., in Council Bluffs, IA. Mickey graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and then proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Mickey retired from the VA Hospital in Omaha.

In addition to...

Catherine McClain

Dec 21, 2024

Catherine A. McClain, age 66, passed away on December 21, 2024.

She was born October 31, 1958, to the late R. B. and Helen (Schor) Wallace in Council Bluffs, IA. Catherine graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and retired from Tenaska.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, William Lamphier.

Catherine is survived by daughter and son-in-law,...

Todd Carson

Dec 20, 2024

Todd Carson, age 59, passed away December 20, 2024. He was born August 17, 1965 to Larry and Sandra (Johnson) Carson in Council Bluffs, IA. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with his father.

He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Carson; and niece, Hailey Carson.

Todd is survived by his mother, Sandy Carson; brothers, Tom Carson, Michael Carson; significant...

Kenneth Croson

Dec 18, 2024

Kenneth E. Croson, age 71, passed away at Nebraska Medicine Bellevue Health Center on December 18, 2024. 

He was born November 5, 1953, to the late Merrell and Marian (McHargue) Croson in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Tom Croson and Robert "Junior" Croson. 

Kenneth retired from Farner Bocken. He was married...

Virgil Anderson

Dec 18, 2024

Virgil D. Anderson, age 102, passed away peacefully at his home on December 18, 2024. He was born August 4, 1922, to the late Harry and Milda (Dorman) Anderson in Council Bluffs, IA.

Virgil graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 1939 and was a lifelong farmer, cattle feeder, raised corn and soybeans and this...

Steven Norman

Dec 18, 2024

Steven A. Norman, age 70, passed away at his home on December 18, 2024.

He was born May 10, 1954, to the late Morley and Lorraine (Vollmuth) Norman in Council Bluffs, IA. Steven retired from CHI Mercy Hospital.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Patricia Clayton, LeAnn Browning, and Sandra Norman; brother, Mike Norman; father,...

Jeffery Wollen

Dec 16, 2024

Jeffery A. Wollen, age 81, passed away at Methodist Hospital in Omaha, Nebraska, on December 16, 2024.

He was born March 6, 1943, to the late Aaron and Ila (Peterson) Wollen in Omaha, Nebraska. Jeff graduated from Valley High School with the class of 1960 and proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He retired from automobile sales....

Floyd Brown

Dec 15, 2024

Floyd Brown, age 71, of Clarinda, IA passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Clarinda Hospital, after a short illness.

He was born in Council Bluffs, IA on May 17, 1953 to the late Claude and Myrtle (Buttz) Brown. Floyd graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School. He moved to Omaha, where he spent several years, with his partner until his...

Russell Brandt

Dec 15, 2024

Russell Charles Brandt died peacefully at his home December 15, 2024.

He was born December 16, 1945, in Omaha, Nebraska. Russell was the eldest child of Bernice and Charles Brandt. A life long resident of Council Bluffs, he graduated from Lewis Central High School and Iowa State University. Russell was an avid fan of high school and college athletics. He supported...

Beverly Whiteaker

Dec 14, 2024

Beverly Jean Whiteaker, age 92, passed away peacefully at Bethany Lutheran Home December 14, 2024.

She was born January 16, 1932, to the late Thomas and Cleo Belle (Stocksleger) Galloway in Sterling, IL. Beverly retired from Boy's Town National Research Hospital. She was a volunteer for Iowa Legal Aid for 18 years.

In addition to her...