Obituaries

Jacqueline Jean Goos

Jacqueline Jean Goos

Apr 24, 2022

Jacqueline Jean (Jefferis) Goos, age 94, passed away peacefully at Tabor Manor Care Center on April 24, 2022. She was born August 2, 1927, to the late Vernie and Edna (Mortensen) Jefferis in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Gilbert Goos; sisters, Virginia Spencer, Helene Kahn, Joanne Trimmer, and Marilyn Jefferis;...

Carlotta "Carlee" Romero

Carlotta "Carlee" Romero

Apr 23, 2022

Carlotta (Carlee) Romero, age 81, passed away April 23, 2022. She was born August 25, 1940, to the late Arthur and Beulah Kolhof in Council Bluffs, IA. Carlotta was a member of Broadway United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by; siblings, Douglas Kolhof, Gordon Kolhof, and sister, Sandra Speight; brothers-in-law, Hugh Finerty, Jr...

E.  Virginia Hobus

E. Virginia Hobus

Apr 22, 2022

E. Virginia Hobus, age 91, passed away peacefully at Jennie Edmundson Hospital April 22, 2022. She was born October 31, 1930, to the late Julius and Edith (Schmeling) Soll in Omaha, NE. Virginia was an avid lover of animals. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, H. Eldon; brother, Richard Soll. Virginia is survived...

James E.  Bloom, Sr.

James E. Bloom, Sr.

Apr 22, 2022

James Bloom, age 73, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital April 22, 2022. He was born January 24, 1949 to the late Billy and Laverne (Lindberg) Bloom in Omaha, NE. James proudly served his country in the United Sates Army and retired from the United States Postal Service. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his...

Jane Hunt

Jane Hunt

Apr 21, 2022

Jane Hunt, age 84, passed away April 21, 2022. She was born August 31, 1937 to John and Althea (Bird) Fogerty in Elkton, SD. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters and granddaughter, Rachel Steiner. Jane is survived by her husband, Delbert Hunt, of Underwood; daughters, Lisa Rauvola (Stuart), Lynn Steiner (Fred), granddaughter, Erin;...

Heather (Wilson) Plum

Heather (Wilson) Plum

Apr 16, 2022

Heather (Wilson) Plum, age 31, passed away April 16, 2022. She was born April 20, 1990 to Rodney and Susan (Mass) Wilson in Omaha, NE. Heather graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 2008. She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Walter Wilson and Ronald Mass. Heather is survived by her children, Novalee Underwood, Tyson Underwood,...

Carol Sue Perlberg

Carol Sue Perlberg

Apr 15, 2022

Carol Perlberg, age 74, passed away April 15, 2022. She was born May 4, 1947 to Joseph and Darlene (Owen) Pribyl in Council Bluffs, IA. Carol graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 1965. She married Edward in 1970, the couple raised 3 children. They were married 25 years until his passing in 1995. She worked at Risen Son for...

Douglas Walton

Douglas Walton

Apr 15, 2022

Douglas Walton, age 70, passed away April 15, 2022. He was born January 28, 1952 to Robert and Janet (Alspaugh) Walton in Council Bluffs, IA. Douglas worked at Union Pacific for many years as a photographer. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his nephew, Dan Logeman. Douglas is survived by his son, Dirk Walton (Kate...

Margaret "Peggy"  Wilson

Margaret "Peggy" Wilson

Apr 14, 2022

Margaret "Peggy" Wilson, age 76, April 14, 2022. She was born May 25, 1945 to John and Blossum (Brown) Dickey in Shelby, OH. Peggy is survived by sons and daughters-in-law, David and Terri Wilson, Patrick and Kari Wilson, Terry and Gina Wilson; sister, Jean Olinger; grandchildren, Mallorie Mikels (Clark), Paige Gardner (Leonard), Brady Wilson, Megan (Gunnar) Glasgo, Nicholas Wilson (Siana),...

Ava Nocita

Ava Nocita

Apr 13, 2022

Our precious little peanut, Ava Isabelle Nocita, beloved daughter of Justin and Malerie Nocita, of Council Bluffs, IA, passed on Wednesday, April 13, 2022. Ava smiled throughout her 7 months and 12 days, bringing joy and happiness to everyone. She is preceded in death by grandfather Randall Bockert and great-grandmother Isabelle Nocita. In addition to her parents, she is survived...

Richard Brian Gillaspy

Richard Brian Gillaspy

Apr 12, 2022

Richard Brian Gillaspy, age 54, passed away April 12, 2022. He was born September 10, 1967 to Brian and Glenda (Larsen) Gillaspy in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents. Richard is survived by his daughter, Miki Lyn, brother, Russell Gillaspy of Neola, Iowa, Step brother, Tim Stoker of Oak Harbor, Washington; aunts, uncles, cousins and...

Shirley Mae Andersen

Shirley Mae Andersen

Apr 12, 2022

Shirley Andersen, age 87, passed away April 12, 2022. She was born December 14, 1934, to the late Charles and Dora (Rethmeier) Lee in Council Bluffs, IA. Shirley graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1952. She was a member of Salem United Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Dorothy Stuart

Dorothy Stuart

Apr 11, 2022

Dorothy Stuart, age 92, passed away at Azria Longview Home in Missouri Valley, Iowa, on April 11, 2022. She was born December 11, 1929, to the late Ollie and Lena (Page) Stuart in Council Bluffs, IA. She graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and retired from Sperry Rand. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Agnes Mccallan

Agnes Mccallan

Apr 11, 2022

Agnes McCallan, age 91, passed away April 11, 2022. She was born December 13, 1930, to the late Joseph and Mary (Houser) Kudera in Leigh, NE. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Wendell McCallan; daughter, Kathleen Hawk; sister, Marlene. Agnes is survived by her son, David (Vicki) McCallan; siblings, Bud Reed, Charles Reed,...

Eric Rasmussen

Eric Rasmussen

Apr 10, 2022

Eric Rasmussen, age 22, passed away April 10, 2022. He was born May 6, 1999, in Council Bluffs, IA. He was preceded in death by his brother, Theodore "Teddy" Brayman and grandmother, Sherry Alexander. Eric is survived by his father, Kevin (Terri) Rasmussen; mother, Joni Brayman; siblings, Merisa (David) Hall, Julian (Bri) Brayman, Jonathan Ybay, Kodie Palen, Samantha Myszkowski; grandparents,...

Larry J. Fisher

Larry J. Fisher

Apr 9, 2022

Larry J. Fisher, age 72, passed away April 9, 2022 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was born on August 30, 1949 in Council Bluffs, Iowa to the late Louis and Mabel (Belt) Fisher. He married Linda Ramirez on March 5, 1977. Larry retired from Packaging Corp. of America after 47 years. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death...

Geraldine Pratt

Geraldine Pratt

Apr 9, 2022

Geraldine (Gerry) Pratt, age 87, passed away April 9, 2022. She was born July 2, 1934 to Sam and Bessie (Cross) Grego in Le Mars, IA. Geraldine lived in Le Mars, IA through her school years. Her family then moved to Council Bluffs, IA for the rest of her life. Gerry enjoyed working in restaurants as a server waiting on...

Sy Hien Chau

Sy Hien Chau

Apr 8, 2022

Sy Hien Chau, age 55, passed away April 8, 2022. He was born January 29, 1967, to Vinh Chau and Ve Tran in Vietnam. Sy is survived by his wife, Kimmai Nguyen; and his 5 children, Thuy, Tuan, Thomas, Terrence, and Tony. He was a loving Husband and Father. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM at...

Patricia Ann Blue

Patricia Ann Blue

Apr 7, 2022

Patricia Blue, age 74, passed away April 7, 2022. She was born November 21, 1947, to the late Marvin and Phyllis (Drinkwine) Clark in Kenosha, WI. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Timm Clark. Patricia is survived by her husband of 54 years, Orville Blue; children, Christopher (Martha) Blue, and Suzanne (Jeremy) Smith;...

Clifford John Bradley

Clifford John Bradley

Apr 5, 2022

Clifford Bradley, age 47, passed away April 5, 2022. He was born March 29, 1975, in Omaha, Nebraska. He was a professional electrician and member of Local 22. He was preceded in death by his brother, Richard Davlin. Clifford is survived by his wife, Trisha Bradley; children, Cole Nice, Hannah Rife, Don Bradley, and Gracie (AJ) Baluyot; sisters, Michelle Holder...