Obituaries

Irene Jensen

Jan 4, 2024

Irene Marilyn Jensen, age 91, peacefully passed away on January 4th, 2024 at her loving home with her granddaughter, Amy by her side. Irene was born Nov 15th, 1932 to Mr. William & Edna Suden (Carlson) originally from Clay Center, Kansas; and was one of the oldest living members of her family. Irene will forever be remembered by her sense...

Debora Carlson

Jan 4, 2024

Debora Lou (Wirkus) Carlson, age 67, of Council Bluffs, IA, passed away on January 4, 2024.

Debora was born on December 3, 1956 in Ames, IA and is a Ames High School Graduate. She then graduated from Drake University with a degree in English. She married Dave Carlson on June 18, 1982 and they moved to Council Bluffs. Debora's love...

Paul Rathman

Jan 4, 2024

Paul R. Rathman, age 83, passed away at Nebraska Medicine on January 4, 2024.

He was born October 6, 1940, to the late Walter and Arleen (Oler) Rathman in Atlantic, IA. Paul graduated from Cumberland Massena with the class of 1959. He was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and proudly served his country in the United...

Danny Anderson

Jan 3, 2024

Danny L. Anderson Jr., age 51, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on January 3, 2024.

He was born March 3, 1972, to Danny and Lynn (Walker) Anderson Sr. in Omaha, NE.

Danny was preceded in death by his father, Danny Anderson Sr.; sister, Melony Anderson; significant other, Lindsey Larsen; grandparents, Wes Walker, Harry Anderson, Darlene Walker, Dee Anderson, and...

Michael Kissel

Jan 2, 2024

Michael Lynn Kissel Age 69 of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away on January 2, 2024 at his home. He was born on March 7, 1954 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Isaac and Betty (Ulmer) Kissel. He owned and operated Kissel Towing and Salvage and later was a courier for Liberty Title Company. Michael enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, spending...

Roberta Clark

Jan 2, 2024

Roberta Marie (Herald) Clark, age 98, of Council Bluffs, IA passed away January 2, 2024 at Prarie Gate Care Center. She was born June 26, 1925 to Stanley and Ruth (Darnell) Herald in Council Bluffs, IA. She worked during the war and was a loving wife, mother, homemaker, and loving grandma and great grandma.

In addition to her parents, she...

Stuart Borcher

Jan 1, 2024

Stuart L. Borcher, age 69, passed away peacefully at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on January 1, 2024.

He was born February 8, 1954 in Omaha, NE. Stuart graduated from Benson High School and was the owner/operator of Town and Country Upholstery.



Stuart was preceded in death by his mother, Georgine Borcher; son, Patrick Hald.



Stuart is survived...

Thomas O'Hara

Dec 31, 2023

Thomas Hugh O'Hara age 67, passed on Dec 31, 2023 in Golden, Colorado.

He was born Nov 19, 1956 to Monte Edward and Sharon Lynne (Brownell) O'Hara in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Tom was preceded in death by his father Monte E. O'Hara.

Tom attended Franklin Elementary and Wilson Junior High. He graduated in 1975 from Thomas Jefferson...

Thomas Kay

Dec 29, 2023

Thomas Roy Kay, age 77, died on December 29, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Mamie; brothers Gary Lee and James Jay; sister, Janelle Kay.

Tom is survived by his wife of 25 years, Beverly Carlsen Isenhour; children, Angel Kay, Thomas (Jennifer) Kay, Robert (Angelica) Kay, and David (Anna) Kay; the children's mother, Judith Ondracek Christians; Beverly's...

Norma Morrison

Dec 29, 2023

Norma LaVonne Morrison was born on January 30, 1930, near Crescent, Iowa to Bert and Nora (Wright) Knapp. She was one of four children: Grace, Norma, Vera and Bert, Jr. Norma graduated from Missouri Valley High School and went on to receive her teaching degree. She taught at Hazel Dell No. 3 and was a substitute teacher. She finished her...

Renee Walston

Dec 28, 2023

Renee Walston, age 50, passed away December 28, 2023. She was born November 24, 1973 to Thomas and Janet (Huntsman) Walston.

She was preceded in death by son, Nicholas Shriver; her father, Thomas Walston.

Renee is survived by her mom, Janet Walston; and other mom, Kathy Molle; brother, Thomas (Shelley) Walston; nieces and nephews and a host of other family...

Kenneth Caulder

Dec 26, 2023

 

Kenny Caulder, age 61, passed away December 26, 2023. He was born December 14, 1962 in Lumberton, NC.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Laura Caulder; daughter, Lori Bolte; and brother, Bobby Sims;

Kenny is survived by children, Cristina (Rob) Mitchell, Scott (Rhonda) Thomas, Dawn (Chris) Martin, Crystal (Evan) Edison, Kevin West,...

Sulma Amarillas

Dec 22, 2023

Sulma Amarillas, age 48, passed away December 22, 2023. She was born October 2, 1975.

Sulma is survived by her husband, Jose E. Amarillas; daughters, Melissa I. Amarillas-Bonilla, Emily Amarillas, Stephanie Amarillas; and a host of other family and friends.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM - 8:00 AM at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home starting on Thursday, December...

Mary Ann Wege

Dec 22, 2023

Mary Ann Wege, age 93, passed away peacefully at Risen Son Christian Village on December 22, 2023.

She was born August 31, 1930, to the late Jacob and Marie (Beitz) Schaffer in Norfolk, NE. Mary Ann was a member of Saint Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Bob and Mary Ann were married July 25, 1948 in Norfolk, NE and had celebrated...

Jerome Cook

Dec 21, 2023

Jerome P. Cook, age 69, passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Society-Millard on December 21, 2023.

He was born September 17, 1954, to the late Daniel and Betty (Trent) Cook in Council Bluffs, IA. Jerome graduated from Tri-Center High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army.



In addition to his parents, he...

E. Edward "Ed" Petty

Dec 21, 2023

E. Edward "Ed" Petty, age 89, passed away at Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital on December 21, 2023.

He was born November 2, 1934, to the late Earnest "Howard" and Izola (Lane) Petty in Woodland, IA. Ed retired from Kellogg's and attended El Bethel Assembly of God.

He was preceded in death by father, Earnest Petty; mother, Izola Lane.

Ed is...

Carol Simpson

Dec 20, 2023

Carol Simpson, age 81, passed away December 20, 2023. She was born May 23, 1942 to George and Virgina (Ellis) Knudsen in Council Bluffs, Iowa.



In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Simpson; brother, Gary Knudsen; granddaughter, Amber; infant great great granddaughter, Sophia.



Carol is survived by children, Janie...

Jeanette Volkens

Dec 19, 2023

 

Jeanette “Jean” Marlene (Skinner) Volkens, 87, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, died on December 19th, 2023, at Jennie Edmundson Hospital.

She was born in Carroll, Iowa on April 16th, 1936, to Earl and Lucille Skinner. She attended primary school in Auburn, Iowa before studying elementary education at Buena Vista College in Storm Lake, Iowa. She was a schoolteacher in Sac...

Steven Caruso

Dec 18, 2023

Steven Caruso, age 65, passed away December 18, 2023. He was born July 27, 1958 to the late Joseph and Charlene (Quigley) Caruso in Council Bluffs, IA.

Steven is survived by his sons, Steven (Christina) Caruso, David (Becca) Caruso, and Michael S. Caruso; grandchildren, Addison, Emerson, Sophia, Michael, and Sarah; wife, Susan; sisters, Linda (Larry) Shepherd, Colleen (Randy) Rolfe, of...

Joyce Beason

Dec 17, 2023

Joyce Beason, age 83, passed away December 17, 2023. She was born September 18, 1940 to the late Ivan and Marguerite (Leber) Beason in Kansas City, MO. Joyce enjoyed baking with her family, dancing, and most of all, spending time with her grandchildren. She would crochet baby blankets for all the grandchildren and her great grandchildren that many of the...