Obituaries

Beverly Armstrong

Jan 2, 2025

Beverly (Bev) Armstrong, age 90, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025 while residing at Hansen House. Bev was born in Council Bluffs, IA to Albert and Pearl Kennedy August 21, 1934. She lived in Council Bluffs most of her adult life.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle, her oldest son, Gary, daughter-in-law, Kim, parents, Albert and Pearl...

David Rounds

Jan 1, 2025

David Rounds, age 73, passed away peacefully at Midlands Living Center January 1, 2025. He was born January 12, 1951, to the late Eugene and Doris (Hall) Rounds in Council Bluffs, IA. David graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School with the class of 1969.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Danny Rounds.

David is survived...

Barbara Wilkins

Dec 31, 2024

Barbara Wilkins, age 85, passed away December 31, 2024. She was born June 26, 1939 in Randolph, Iowa to the late Kenneth and Lorine Shrum.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved son, Todd Michael Wilkins; brother, Gary Shrum.

Barbara is survived by her husband of 68 years, Leonard Wilkins;...

Kenneth Hansen

Dec 30, 2024

Kenneth Hansen, age 75, passed away December 30, 2024. He was born March 11, 1949 to the late Henry and Emma (Thomas) Hansen in Council Bluffs, IA.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Shirley Hansen; children, Mony (Tony) LaMarre, Amanda (Grant) Olsen, Kimberly (Steve) Armstrong; 8 grandchildren, Jake, Sami, AJ, Caden, Cody, Alex, Annie, Shirley; and a host of other family...

Coy Leytham

Dec 29, 2024

Coy R. Leytham, age 22, passed away at Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital in Longwood, Florida, on December 29, 2024.

He was born in Council Bluffs, Iowa, on September 11, 2002. Coy graduated from Central High School in Omaha with the class of 2020. He then graduated from Briar Cliff University in May of 2024 with majors in sports management and...

Glen Earleywine

Dec 28, 2024

NEW SERVICES DATES ARE: 

Funeral Service for Glen and his wife, Nancy will be at Hoy Kilnoski Funeral Home at 10:00 am on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Final Resting Place at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will direct memorials. 

Glen S. Earleywine , age 87, of Council Bluffs, Iowa...

Donna Marada

Dec 28, 2024

It is with great sadness that we share the news of the December 28th passing of our Mother, Donna Lee (Frazier) Marada.

Our Mother was born on July 6, 1936, and grew up on a farm in Roseland, Nebraska, a town of less than 200 people during her youth. After meeting and marrying our Father, Lt. Col. Joseph Paul Marada (who...

Dr. Craig Barr

Dec 26, 2024

Dr. Craig David Barr, 69, of Bellevue, NE, formerly Council Bluffs, IA, passed away unexpectedly on December 26, 2024.

Craig was born in San Antonio, TX, on July 7, 1955 to Stanley and Donna (Pederson) Barr. He grew up with his four siblings in Wisconsin and spent the majority of his childhood in New Richmond. His fondest childhood memories included fishing,...

Ronald Neve

Dec 26, 2024

Ronald Neve, age 65, passed away December 26, 2024. He was born February 11, 1959 to Edwin and Clara (Rowe) Neve in Council Bluffs, IA.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers; and a best friend, Paul VanVoltenberg.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Tami Neve; children, Dave (Loni) Neve, Trevor (Meagan) Wurtz, Shanon (Tiffany) Wurtz;...

Millard Green, JR

Dec 26, 2024

On December 26, 2024 at the age of 78 Millard Lee Green,Jr loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend passed away at his home surrounded by his family. Millard was known by all that knew and loved him as simply "Jr". He was born in 1946 in Omaha, Nebraska to Millard Lee Green, Sr. and Crystal Coburn Green. Jr...

Frank Farwell

Dec 25, 2024

"In loving memory of Frank "FC" Farwell

Frank, lovingly known as "FC", peacefully passed away on December 25, 2024, in the presence of loved ones, and is now awaiting the Return of our Lord, Jesus Christ. A passionate servant of God, he devoted his life to spreading the message of faith, love, power and hope to communities around the world.

FC was...

Trisha Bradley

Dec 25, 2024

Trisha Bradley, age 48, passed away December 25, 2024. She was born June 10, 1976 in Omaha, Nebraska.

Trisha's life was defined by her love and devotion to her family. She found joy in the simple, beautiful moments-watching her two sons play baseball, seeing her daughter dance, and spending time by any body of water, whether it was the...

Shawn Rorie

Dec 25, 2024

Shawn A. Rorie, age 57, passed away December 25, 2024. He was born October 12, 1967 to Raymond and Ermal (Black) Rorie in Kenosha, WI.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Earl Wayne Rorie.

Shawn is survived by his wife, Tracie Rorie; children, Krysti (Shawn) Milledge, Autumn Rorie, Eden Rorie, and Dakota Rorie; step children:...

Adam Strain

Dec 25, 2024

Adam Strain, age 42, passed away December 25, 2024. He was born January 9, 1982.

Adam is survived by his mother, Robin Strain; sister, Kris (Jeff) Lorenzen; 2 nephews, Jesse Lorenzen, and Sean Lorenzen; and other friends and family.

Per Adam's wishes, no services will be held.

Bernard Nekuda

Dec 22, 2024

Bernard "Bernie" Nekuda, age 65, was born on February 27, 1959 in Omaha, Nebraska. He was the son of Anton and Evelyn (Sedlacek) Nekuda. Bernie died on December 22, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska.

He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Helen

Survivors include his wife, Patricia; daughter Geta Nekuda; son, Noah Nekuda; two brothers: Anton...

Mickey Mace, Jr.

Dec 22, 2024

Maurice L. "Mickey" Mace, Jr., age 74, passed away on December 22, 2024.

He was born August 10, 1950, to the late Maurice and Edith (McMullen) Mace, Sr., in Council Bluffs, IA. Mickey graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and then proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Mickey retired from the VA Hospital in Omaha.

In addition to...

Catherine McClain

Dec 21, 2024

Catherine A. McClain, age 66, passed away on December 21, 2024.

She was born October 31, 1958, to the late R. B. and Helen (Schor) Wallace in Council Bluffs, IA. Catherine graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School and retired from Tenaska.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, William Lamphier.

Catherine is survived by daughter and son-in-law,...

Todd Carson

Dec 20, 2024

Todd Carson, age 59, passed away December 20, 2024. He was born August 17, 1965 to Larry and Sandra (Johnson) Carson in Council Bluffs, IA. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially with his father.

He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Carson; and niece, Hailey Carson.

Todd is survived by his mother, Sandy Carson; brothers, Tom Carson, Michael Carson; significant...

Kenneth Croson

Dec 18, 2024

Kenneth E. Croson, age 71, passed away at Nebraska Medicine Bellevue Health Center on December 18, 2024. 

He was born November 5, 1953, to the late Merrell and Marian (McHargue) Croson in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Tom Croson and Robert "Junior" Croson. 

Kenneth retired from Farner Bocken. He was married...

Virgil Anderson

Dec 18, 2024

Virgil D. Anderson, age 102, passed away peacefully at his home on December 18, 2024. He was born August 4, 1922, to the late Harry and Milda (Dorman) Anderson in Council Bluffs, IA.

Virgil graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School with the class of 1939 and was a lifelong farmer, cattle feeder, raised corn and soybeans and this...