Obituaries

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....

Lawrence Karl Andrews

Sep 26, 2024

Lawrence Karl Andrews, age 80, passed away peacefully at his home, with his daughters at his side on September 26, 2024.

 He was born in a farmhouse in Washington County, Kansas on March 3, 1944, to the late John and Audrie (Gould) Andrews. Karl proudly served his country in the United States Navy and was a career truck driver. 

 In addition to...

Deborah Spencer

Sep 25, 2024

Deborah Spencer was born in Huron, South Dakota on November 9th, 1954 to Lloyd "Duke" and Marilyn Bonebrake. Deborah passed away on September 25, 2024 at Bergan Mercy Hospital having attained the age of 69 years.

Deborah was preceded in death by her grandparents; parents; aunt, Patricia Johnson; uncle, Merlyn Mier; and grandson, Sheldon Spencer.

Survivors include her soulmate and best friend,...

Betty Legg

Sep 25, 2024

Betty Maxine Legg, age 93 years, passed away at Echo Hills Assisted Living on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024. She was born in Montgomery County, Iowa on November 8, 1930 to the late Oren and Dorothy (Donahue) Harris. For many years Betty worked for Area 13 as an Education curriculum lab manager. She traveled to schools in the southwest Iowa area...

Carma Dufford

Sep 25, 2024

Carma Dufford, age 88, passed away September 25, 2024 in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

She was born to the late Clifford and Sarah (Davis) Robinson on December 7, 1935 in Superior, Wyoming.

Carma worked for Pottawattamie County for 36 years. She most enjoyed being with her family, traveling, tending to her garden, knitting, crocheting, quilting, and watching many good movies on the Hallmark...

Betty Danker

Sep 23, 2024

Betty Lou Danker was born in Loveland, Iowa in 1940 to her parents Henry and Jessie Schroder, and was the youngest of nine siblings. Betty graduated and received her diploma from Missouri Valley High School.

Betty had a colorful career with roles at local grocers and clothing stores along with various roles outside of work including teaching Sunday School and coaching...

Marlene Brich

Sep 22, 2024

Marlene E. Brich, age 76, passed away peacefully at her home while surrounded by her family on September 22, 2024.

She was born June 5, 1948 to Anthony and Mary (Bissen) Bruck in Earling, IA. Marlene graduated from Saint Joseph in Earling. She was married to Francis "Butch" Brich and together they had 7 children. 

Marlene's life centered around raising children, including...

Gordon Allen

Sep 21, 2024

Gordon D. "Bud" Allen Jr., age 73, passed away peacefully at his home on September 21, 2024.

He was born July 7, 1951, to the late Gordon and Betty (Reid) Allen in Omaha, NE. Bud graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1969 and retired from Lueder Construction.

Bud is survived by his...

Elizabeth Zerbel

Sep 20, 2024

Elizabeth Zerbel, age 54, passed away September 20, 2024 in Omaha, Nebraska. She was a devoted Christian and is now at peace in heaven with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

She was born to Jesse Villanueva and Yolanda De Avila on January 22, 1970 in Bakersfield, California.

Elizabeth is survived by husband, Larry Zerbel; parents, Jesse Villanueva and Yolanda De Avila;...

Robert Juon

Sep 13, 2024

Robert Merlan Juon was born on December 5, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Merlan and Ivadell (Helland) Juon. He grew up on a farm in Alleman, Iowa, with his sisters, Donna Steiner and Kris (Brian) Swanson. Robert graduated from North Polk High School in 1966. After high school graduation, he attended the University of Northern Iowa, where he met...

Alissa Holmes

Sep 12, 2024

Alissa L. Holmes, age 26, passed away at her home on September 12, 2024.

She was born January 2, 1998 to Steven and Sherry (Stickney) Holmes in Omaha, NE. Alissa graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 2016.

She was preceded in death by her Angel Babies.

Alissa is survived by her spouse, Cole Thurlow; parents, Steve and Sherry Holmes;...