Obituaries

Angela Thompson

Oct 24, 2024

Angela Thompson, age 53, passed away October 24, 2024. She was born February 16, 1971 to Charlie and Barbara (Smith) Cline in Council Bluffs, IA. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her nieces, and nephews and grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Andrew Perry.

Angela is survived by her husband, Dan Thompson;...

Phyllis Hyde

Oct 23, 2024

Phyllis was born in Harlan, Iowa to Elmer and Stella Heilesen. She is proceeded in death by her parents, sister Verla Greenwalt and daughter Diane Emerson. She is survived by her adored children, Linda Sturm (Harold), Richard Hyde (Patty) and Cheryl Hyde, 10 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild and her beloved nephews.

The family moved to Council Bluffs,...

Louis LeRette

Oct 22, 2024

Louis "Corky" Leroy LeRette was born October 24, 1928, in Hancock, Iowa to David Louis LeRette and Thelma Mae Kissel.

Louis grew up in the tumultuous times of the Great Depression but still managed to make the most of life. He led his younger brother, Bob, on countless adventures which they both survived-miraculously at times.

At 17, Louis fibbed about his age...

Oline Beckner

Oct 20, 2024

Oline Fay Cash Beckner was born September 28, 1945 in Onawa, Iowa to the late Elmer L. and Olive M. Cash. She was surrounded by her family when she went home to be with Jesus on October 20, 2024.

Oline lived on various farms in the Moorhead, Iowa area. She attended kindergarten and first grade in country school. Second grade through...

Jesse O'Shea

Oct 20, 2024

Jesse Emery O'Shea, age 76, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024 with his family by his side. He was born on February 16, 1948 to James and Betty (Law) O'Shea in Council Bluffs, IA. Jesse married Mary (Griffith) on May 3rd, 1982. Jesse was a lifelong mechanic and maintenance man and worked at several car repair shops in the...

George Lewis Barker

Oct 19, 2024

George Lewis Barker, age 93, passed away October 19, 2024. He was born October 28, 1930 to Roy and Daisy (Roach) Barker in Kent, IA. George lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. He married Leona (Nickle) on August 12, 1962, the couple had been married 62 years.

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

Nancy Melcher

Oct 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Nancy Dean Churchill Melcher on October 18, 2024, in Glenwood, Iowa. Born on August 9, 1958, in Clarinda, Iowa.

Nancy's journey began in Gravity, Iowa, a charming town where she cultivated her love for country living. Her childhood was filled with fond memories of family and the beauty of nature,...

Jean Plunkett

Oct 16, 2024

Jean Marie Plunkett, age 70 years, passed away on October 16, 2024, in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She was born on August 20, 1954 and was the daughter of Ben and Frances Anson.

She is preceded in death by her father and a sister, Sandy

She is survived by her children: Daniel (Isabella) Loeffelholz; James (Penny) Loeffelholz; Ryan (Sonja) Loeffelholz and William A....

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 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Harold and Margaret (Espinosa) Judkins December 11, 1956. Elizabeth graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1975. She earned an Associate Degree in Nursing from Iowa Western Community College in 1986 and began a long career providing high quality and compassionate care...

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,...