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...

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...

Mary Humphrey

Dec 13, 2024

Mary J. Humphrey, age 66, passed away peacefully at her home on December 13, 2024.

She was born March 31, 1958, to the late Manly and Mary (Kasomenos) Greenwood in Omaha, Nebraska.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Humphrey; son, Brian Humphrey; siblings, Leroy Greenwood, Bob Greenwood, and Evon Snipes.

Mary is survived by her...

Fred Sillik

Dec 9, 2024

C. Fred Sillik, age 85, passed away on December 9, 2024.

He was born July 18, 1939, to the late Fredrick and Ruth (Stohlman) Sillik in Fort Calhoun, NE. Fred graduated from Blair High School and retired from Iowa Power.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Monica Sillik; son-in-law, Jim Latta; great-grandson, Silas Coats.

Fred is...

Johanna Baker

Dec 8, 2024

Johanna Baker, age 83, passed away peacefully of natural causes on December 8, 2024, in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Johanna was born on August 7, 1941, in Dusseldorf, Germany. She immigrated to the United States and settled in Southern California. She worked at the studios and had a successful career in residential real estate. In 1973, Johanna married Richard "Dick" Baker....

Dale Ferrel

Dec 7, 2024

Dale G. Ferrel, age 90, passed away peacefully at his home on December 7, 2024.

He was born May 2, 1934, to the late Jesse and Eva (Skipton) Ferrel in Council Bluffs, IA. Dale graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and retired from the Union Pacific Railroad as an engineer.

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

Richard Peterson

Dec 7, 2024

Richard Peterson, age 75, passed away December 7, 2024. He was born February 3, 1949 to George and Erma (Deputy) Peterson in Omaha, Nebraska.

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

Richard is survived by wife, DeLoy "Dee" Peterson; children, Jeff Peterson, Kent (Julia) Peterson, Chad Peterson, Kendal Peterson, Cortney Peterson, Korey Peterson; 13...

Evelyn Stotts

Dec 7, 2024

Evelyn Stotts, age 93, passed away December 7, 2024. She was born July 11, 1931 to the late Latrelle and Neva (Coe) Smoot in Williamsburg, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; sons, Randy Stotts and Roy Stotts; sisters, Joyce, Loyce, Carol, Mary Etta; and brothers, L.R., and Daniel.

Evelyn is survived by her...

Henry Mollett

Dec 5, 2024

Henry Charles Mollett, age 86, passed away peacefully on December 5th, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

He was born March 29th, 1938 to the late David and Mary (Sutton) Mollett in Kansas City, KS.

Henry and Sandy moved to Council Bluffs in 1959 where Henry was employed by Griffin Pipe. He transferred to be the plant foreman at the ripe old...

Robert Green

Dec 5, 2024

Robert W. Green, age 94, passed away peacefully at his home in Council Bluffs on December 5, 2024. 

He was born August 14, 1930, to the late Victor and Mildred (Roden) Green in Council Bluffs, IA. Bob worked on the family farm, spending many hours bailing hay with his father and brothers. He was active in 4-H, graduated from Abraham Lincoln...

David Wilke

Dec 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of David Joseph Wilke

It is with heavy hearts that we honor the life of Dave Wilke, a man who was known to all who knew him as "Mr. Fix It." Whether it was the roof, the foundation, or anything in between, he could repair, restore, or rebuild it with his own two hands. His extraordinary talent for...