Obituaries

Miranda Jalynn Yates

Miranda Jalynn Yates

Sep 12, 2022

Miranda Jalynn Yates, age 30, passed away September 12, 2022 at her home.

She was born November 27, 1991 in Okinawa, Japan to James and Michelle (Devereaux) Yates. She graduated from Burke High School in 2013. Miranda loved music, swimming, boys (flirting), family, her slippers, asking Google for the weather and the Animal of the day, going to Day Camp, winning...

Piper Lou Ann Bettcher

Piper Lou Ann Bettcher

Sep 6, 2022

Piper Lou Ann Bettcher, passed away September 6, 2022.

She was born June 21, 2022, to Katilyn Mae Kusant-Bettcher and Kevin Joe Wilbert Bettcher, Jr.

Piper is survived by parents, Katilyn Mae Kusant-Bettcher and Kevin Joe Wilbert Bettcher Jr.; brother, Kevin Joe Wilbert Bettcher III; grandparents, Kelly Ann Bettcher, Kevin Joe Bettcher Sr., Teresa Louise (Wright) Kusant and William Robert Kusant Jr.;...

Jenny Skaanning-Long

Jenny Skaanning-Long

Sep 6, 2022

Jenny Skaanning-Long, age 73, passed away September 6, 2022.

She was born November 23, 1948, to the late Oakland and Josephine (Cimino) Wagner in Omaha, NE.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Jim Wagner.

Jenny is survived by her husband, Darrell Long; children, Sheila (Shane) Benedict, Lenny Skaanning, and David (Susan) Skaanning; grandchildren, Leo Skaanning, Gianna...

John Davis

John Davis

Sep 6, 2022

John Davis, age 83, passed away September 6, 2022.

He was born November 27, 1938, in Checotah, OK.  John proudly served his country in the United States Army and worked all of his life.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Sally Lou Davis; brother, Jim Davis; daughter-in-law, Teresa Davis; grandson, Ricky Wilson.

John is survived by his children, Joseph Davis, Robin (Rick)...

Walter "Bud" Igou

Walter "Bud" Igou

Sep 5, 2022

Walter "Bud" Igou, age 87, passed away September 5, 2022.

He was born February 21, 1935, to the late Walter and Beulah (Coburn) Igou in Dow City, IA. Walter retired from Crestline Plastic Pipe.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Darlene; daughter, Mary; brother, Marlyn; sister, Evelyn; grandsons, Sean and Daniel West; great grandson, Kouper...

Jacob  M. Cyr

Jacob M. Cyr

Sep 4, 2022

Jacob Cyr, age 32, passed away September 4, 2022.

He was born August 20, 1990 in Omaha, NE. Jacob worked for Southside Jonesy's Taco House.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leo and Audrey Cyr; and niece Everli Schnepp.

Jacob is survived by his grandparents, Walt and Glenis Lindwurm; parents, Lori Cyr and Kyle Cyr; siblings, Amanda (Cody) Cyr, Chad (Miranda)...

Virginia M Walsh

Virginia M Walsh

Sep 4, 2022

Virginia ‘V’ Mildred Walsh was a caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She left this world on Sunday, Sept 4th peacefully in her sleep after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

She was born to Wilhelm and Mildred Koenig on May 8th, 1934, in Bentley, Iowa. After graduating from Underwood High School in 1952, she began her long working career with Woodman...

Eddie R Bates

Eddie R Bates

Sep 3, 2022

Eddie R. Bates, age 68, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away on September 3, 2022. 

He was born on November 4, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri. Eddie worked for several roofing companies throughout the years. In 1993, he founded Bates Roofing.

Eddie is survived by his wife of 48 years, Julie Bates; son and daughter-in-law, Joe and Michelle Bates; daughter and son-in-law, Brandie...

James "Frank" Overman

James "Frank" Overman

Sep 1, 2022

James “Frank” Overman, age 89, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center September 1, 2022.

He was born May 28, 1933, to the late John and Edith (Cowan) Overman in Rhodes, IA. Frank proudly served his country in the United States Army and was the owner and operator of Overman Service Inc.

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

Nathaniel A. Heinicke

Nathaniel A. Heinicke

Aug 28, 2022

Nathaniel A. Heinicke, age 35, passed away August 28, 2022. He was born March 20, 1987, to Peter and Julie (Schuler) Heinicke in Warren, MI. Nathaniel graduated from Underwood High School with the class of 2005 and worked in information technologies. He was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. Nathaniel was preceded in death by his grandparents, Edward...

Lee Valentine (Ogle) Swanson

Lee Valentine (Ogle) Swanson

Aug 26, 2022

Lee Valentine (Ogle) Swanson went to heaven on August 26, 2022 in Norfolk, NE. Lee was born on January 28, 1950 in Des Moines, IA to the late Donald and Doris (Enos) Ogle. She graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in Council Bluffs in 1968. After high school graduation, Lee moved to Norfolk, NE and graduated from Norfolk Christian College....

Floretta June Brenenstall

Floretta June Brenenstall

Aug 26, 2022

Floretta June Brenenstall, age 81, died August 26, 2022. She was born near Silver City, Iowa, on May 11, 1941. Floretta is survived by her husband, Scott Brenenstall; children, Betty, Sherri Johnson, Donald Parrish, Kevin Brenenstall, and Brenda Carey (Dan); grandchildren, great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of other family and friends. Viewing and visitation will be on...

Eric Foster

Eric Foster

Aug 26, 2022

Eric Foster, age 60, passed away at Nebraska Medicine on August 26, 2022. He was born January 24, 1962, to William and Rita (Branson) Foster in Omaha, NE. Eric graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1980. He was preceded in death by father, William Foster; sister, Hope Foster. Eric is survived by his son, Eric (Kim)...

Terry Harrill

Terry Harrill

Aug 24, 2022

Terry Harrill, age 44, passed away August 24, 2022. He was born June 11, 1978 to Porter and Darla (Rollins) Harrill in Atlantic, IA. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kelli Harrill and grandparents. Terry is survived by his parents, Porter Harrill and Darla Harrill; son, Damen Harrill; niece, Kyrstyn Walston; and nephew, Trace Walston; cousins and other...

Luis Villarreal

Luis Villarreal

Aug 23, 2022

Luis Villarreal, age 83, passed away at his home on August 23, 2022. He was born October 19, 1938, in Catarina, TX to the late Jose and Juanita (Cruz) Villarreal. Luis proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and was a member of Saint Peter's Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. In addition to his parents,...

Frances E. "Sis" Riggs

Frances E. "Sis" Riggs

Aug 23, 2022

Frances E. "Sis" Riggs, age 93, passed away August 23, 2022. She was born March 23, 1929, to the late Amos and Laura (Strayer) Schumann in Council Bluffs, IA. Frances retired from the Council Bluffs Community School District as a secretary at Thomas Jefferson. She was a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded...

James D. Stockton

James D. Stockton

Aug 23, 2022

James D. Stockton, age 79, passed away August 23, 2022. He was born January 10, 1943, to the late Marvin and Goldie (Brinson) Stockton in Savannah, Missouri. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Jeanette Hansen and Charlene "LaVonne" Williams. James is survived by his children, Kathy Ring, James Dean Stockton (Lois), Kelly Sue...

Robert Leaders

Robert Leaders

Aug 21, 2022

Robert Leaders, age 68, passed away August 21, 2022. He was born May 7, 1954, to Wayne and Wanda (Volkers) Leaders in Council Bluffs, IA. Robert graduated from Underwood High School with the class of 1972. He was preceded in death by his father, Wayne Leaders; grandson, Caleb Robert Davis; brother-in-law, Terry Lippold. Robert is survived by his wife of...

Marilyn Kay Aherns

Marilyn Kay Aherns

Aug 19, 2022

Marilyn passed away peacefully on August 19, 2022, at Elm Crest In Harlan, IA after a long illness. Marilyn Kay Ahrens was born at home on February 22, 1949 to Marie (Miller) and Charles Monahan near Panama, IA. She attended country school, Cass #2. Marilyn attended Portsmouth Catholic School and graduated from Harlan High School in 1967. After high school,...

James Greene

James Greene

Aug 18, 2022

James Greene, age 76, passed away at Nebraska Medicine August 18, 2022. He was born November 28, 1945, to the late Uriah and Lois (Muse) Greene in Salem, NJ. James proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a Purple Heart recipient. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, George Greene...