Obituaries

Melvin Maritz

Feb 21, 2024

Melvin LeRoy Maritz, 85, of Council Bluffs, Iowa died at home on February 21, 2024, with his wife and family.

He was born in Omaha, Nebraska in 1938 to parents, Betty and Leslie Maritz. He was the oldest of 11 kids. Mel attended and graduated from Omaha Technical High School.

Always smiling, laughing, loving and a very...

Kathryn Jacobs

Feb 18, 2024

Kathryn G. Jacobs, age 83, passed away peacefully at Bethany Lutheran Home February 18, 2024.

Kathy Jacobs was born December 22, 1940 in Nebraska City in 1940 to Bill & Ruth (Sheldon) Phillips. She grew up in a small town, Henderson, IA, close to family and friends. As a teenager she moved to Council Bluffs and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High...

Micheal Baxter

Feb 16, 2024

Micheal Thomas Baxter, age 74, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away February 16, 2024 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was born on January 20, 1950 in Dunlap, Iowa to Ronald and Elaine (Cornelius) Baxter.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers; and sisters.

Micheal is survived by his sons; Micheal, Jr., Mark and Jaime and Douglas Baxter; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren;...

Lucas Cerveny

Feb 15, 2024

Lucas Andrew Cerveny, age 39, passed away at CHI Health Bergan Mercy on February 15, 2024.

He was born April 13, 1984, to Gilbert and Sandra (Godsey) Cerveny in Des Moines, IA. Luke graduated from Indianola Iowa High School with the class of 2002 and then earned a Bachelor's Degree from Simpson College. He was currently working as a dispatcher for...

Beverly Peterson

Feb 14, 2024

Beverly J. Peterson, age 65, passed away peacefully at her home on February 14, 2024. She was born August 26, 1958, to the late Ralph and Virginia (Nelson) Fichter in Omaha, NE.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Tina Fichter, Gary Fichter, and Ralph Fichter.

Beverly is survived by her husband of 36 years, Lee Peterson;...

Patricia Miller

Feb 8, 2024

Patricia L. Miller, age 80, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital February 8, 2024.

She was born June 1, 1943. Patricia was an LPN for many years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Miller; granddaughter's, Emily Rose Miller and Christina Foote; sisters, Rusty Roth and Tina Menges.

Patricia is survived by her sons, James Miller,...

Chester "Marcus" Petty

Feb 8, 2024

Chester "Marcus" Petty, age 85, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024. He was born December 11, 1938, to the late Earnest and Izola (Lane) Petty in Decatur County, IA.

Marcus was an upholsterer at Rosen Novak Cadillac for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, E. Edward "Ed" Petty.

Chester is survived by his...

Uphema "Kay" Kaiser

Feb 7, 2024

Uphema "Kay" Kaiser, 82, passed on to her heavenly home on February 7th, 2024. Kay was born to her parents, Laura Stevens Stucker Thompson and James Stucker on May 30th, 1941 in Oakland, Iowa. Since the age of one, Kay made her home in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She purchased her home in 1984, where she lived with her husband Leo...

Judy Spencer

Feb 7, 2024

Judy K. Spencer, age 78, passed away peacefully at her home on February 7, 2024.

She was born July 28, 1945, to the late Richard and Mary (Sullivan) McGee in Salem, Oregon. Judy was a longtime daycare provider. She was known for keeping a meticulous house and lawn. She particularly loved her flowers. Judy was a member of...

Mary Frank

Feb 5, 2024

Mary Frank, age 77, passed away February 5, 2024. She was born April 19, 1946 to Antone and Eva (Wright) Arrick in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son-in-law, Alonzo Johnson.

Mary is survived by her children, Todd (Tammy) Frank, Tina Christensen, Jody Johnson; sisters, Joyce Schmidt, Barbara (Fred) Schmidt, Bonnie (Dave) Sorenson,...

Allan Bentz

Feb 3, 2024

Allan Dee Bentz , age 87, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away suddenly on February 3, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Carole; his daughters, Lori Bateson (spouse Christopher), and Michelle Wilcox (spouse Robert); brothers Ed and Jeff, both of California; granddaughter, Angeline Wilcox of Florida; mother-in-law Regina Johnson; and many other loving family members...

Trinity Jedlicka

Jan 31, 2024

Trinity Jedlicka, age 68, passed away on January 31, 2024.

She was born in Omaha, Nebraska on October 28, 1955 to Julius Deslee and Charlotte (Zuroske) Holck. She married John Jedlicka on December 24, 1973.

Trinity is survived by husband, John Jedlicka; mother, Charlotte Holck; sons, John (Bridget) Jedlicka, Nick (Penny) Jedlicka, Doug Jedlicka; granddaughters, Kailey Rochholz, Charlotte...

Jeffry Nelson

Jan 30, 2024

Jeffry "Jeff" Lynn Nelson, age 59, passed away January 30, 2024 at his home in Underwood, IA.

He was born May 14, 1964 to the late Dennis D. Nelson and Shirley M. (Baker) Potter. Jeff graduated from Tri-Center High School in Neola, with the Class of 1982. Jeff married Ronda Reese on February 14, 1984 at The Little Brown...

Marilyn Swotek

Jan 29, 2024

Marilyn Jane Swotek passed peacefully into the Lord's arms on January 29, 2024. She was born in Sioux City, Iowa on April 1, 1939.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her beloved son, John Paul Grgurich.

She is survived by her four daughters; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Marilyn will be cherished and remembered by all who knew her for her kindness, integrity,...

Brian Letner

Jan 26, 2024

Brian F. Letner of Underwood, Iowa passed away January 26, 2024 in Branson, Missouri following a brief illness. Brian graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in Council Bluffs, with the Class of 1955. After graduation, Brian spent time in Korea, serving his country in the U.S. Army.

Upon his return to the States, after various jobs, such as pouring concrete...

Darrell Klein

Jan 26, 2024

Darrell A. Klein, age 81, of Council Bluffs, passed away peacefully Friday, January 26th at the Hansen House Memory Care Residence in Council Bluffs.

Darrell was born at home to the late Joseph and Mary Ann (Schmitz) Klein on September 4, 1942, on the family farm near Defiance, Iowa. He graduated from Panama High School with the class of...

Robert Herman

Jan 26, 2024

Robert "Bob" Herman, age 60, passed away January 26, 2024. He was born October 12, 1963 to Charles and Helen (Pauley) Herman in Missouri Valley, Iowa. Born as the fifth child amongst nine brothers and sisters, Bob valued the bond of his large family. He shared many stories to all who knew him about his experiences and escapades growing up...

Chris Rochleau

Jan 26, 2024

Chris Eugene Rochleau, age 49, passed away peacefully at his home on January 26, 2024, after a long hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born on June 24, 1974, to Larry and Shirley (Becker) Rochleau in Humboldt, IA. Chris was the second of four children. He was raised in Algona, IA, and his family eventually moved out to the acreage...

David McCormick

Jan 24, 2024

David I. McCormick, age 40, passed away on January 24, 2024.

He was born March 5, 1983, to Jack and Debra (Boswell) McCormick in Council Bluffs, IA.

David was preceded in death by his father, Jack McCormick; son, Cameron McCormick; and father-in-law, Rick McCabe.

David is survived by his wife, Mallory McCormick; mother, Debra Brewer; children, Gage McCabe, Tyson McCormick, and Khloe McCormick;...

Reva Edie

Jan 24, 2024

Reva Edie, age 69, passed away January 24, 2024. She was born May 23, 1954 to Gene and Shirley (Polly) Burkhart in Ohio.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her grandson, Liam Stokes.

Reva is survived by her husband, Burl; children, Tony Johnston, Amy (Terry) Miller; Richard (Megan) Stokes, Jeffrey (Michaela) Stokes; several...