Obituaries

Marilyn George

Marilyn George

Nov 8, 2021

Marilyn Louise George, age 88, passed away peacefully at CHI Health Mercy Hospital November 8, 2021. She was born August 26, 1933 to Clayton and Hester (Van Leuvean) Underwood in Council Bluffs, IA at Mercy Hospital. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Donovan;brother, Donald; and sister, Helen. Marilyn is survived...

Bonnie L.  Rankin

Bonnie L. Rankin

Nov 7, 2021

Bonnie Rankin, age 83, passed away November 7, 2021. She was born August 10, 1938, to the late Cecil and Hazel (Reed) Marr in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Mary Mudra, Dick Marr, Don "Hotzie" Marr, and Patricia "Peachy" Raes Bonnie is survived by her husband, Dale Rankin; children, Susan...

Glenn Jackson

Glenn Jackson

Nov 6, 2021

Glenn Jackson, age 87, passed away November 6, 2021. He was born March 22, 1934 to Paul and Dora (Spaulding) Jackson in Huron, SD. Glenn served in the Air Force achieving the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Jean (Powers) Jackson and ; brothers, Berle, Vernon, Leonard, Arley,...

Rhonda K. (Foote) Wallin

Rhonda K. (Foote) Wallin

Nov 6, 2021

Rhonda Kay (Foote) Wallin, age 66, passed away peacefully at home November 6, 2021. She was born January 8, 1955 to Basil Jr. and Juanita (Carman) Foote in Omaha, Nebraska. Rhonda enjoyed playing games, shopping, bingo, casino, riding her scooter and spending time with her grandkids. Her pride and joy was her family and grandchildren. In addition to her parents,...

Robert D. "Bob" Smith

Robert D. "Bob" Smith

Nov 6, 2021

Robert D. "Bob" Smith, age 78, passed away November 6, 2021. He was born June 4, 1943, to the late Veral and Dorothy (Galiher) Smith in Persia, IA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, John "Jack" Smith and grandson, Blake Smith. Robert is survived by his wife Janice Smith; children, Mark Smith, Scott...

Sunny Dawn  Mccolloch

Sunny Dawn Mccolloch

Nov 5, 2021

Sunny Dawn McColloch, age 76, passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2021. She was born June 16, 1945 to John and Irene (Hayden) Polinski in Omaha, Nebraska. Sunny enjoyed swimming, fishing, camping, bowling, softball and dancing. Her pride and joy was her grandkids. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband, Patrick J. McColloch;...

Mervyn  N. "Bing" Muller

Mervyn N. "Bing" Muller

Nov 4, 2021

Mervyn Muller, age 95, passed away on November 4, 2021. He was born June 5, 1926 to Nicholas and Anna (Renner) Muller in Howells, NE. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Dwain Muller; nephew, Terry Muller. Mervyn is survived by nephew, Perry (Mandy) Muller; nieces, Linda (Ron) Kreikemeier and Susie (Jim) Muller- Svoboda; great...

Berniece  M. Puls

Berniece M. Puls

Nov 3, 2021

Berniece Puls, age 81, passed away peacefully at Risen Son Christian Village November 3, 2021. She was born August 16, 1940 to Donovan and Dorothy (Lingle) Newland in Des Moines, Iowa. Berniece enjoyed reading, bowling, traveling, Nebraska football and attending church. Her pride and joy was her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband,...

Lulu  Belt

Lulu Belt

Nov 2, 2021

Lulu Belt, age 96, passed away peacefully at Country House Residence November 2, 2021. She was born August 31, 1925 to William and Verdie (Minnick) Emswiler in Honey Creek, Iowa. Lulu enjoyed boating, snow and water skiing, motorcycle riding, snowmobiling, golfing, sewing, baking, travel and dancing. Her pride and joy was her family and working on stained glass with Bud....

Lee E.  Haworth

Lee E. Haworth

Nov 2, 2021

Lee E. Haworth, age 84, of Council Bluffs, passed away November 2, 2021. He was born July 17, 1937 to the late Richard and Catherine (Smith) Haworth. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Claudia Smith; son, Mark Haworth; and granddaughter, Jazmine. Lee is survived by his...

Joseph K.  Opal Jr.

Joseph K. Opal Jr.

Oct 30, 2021

Joseph Opal Jr., age 83, passed away peacefully at home October 30, 2021. He was born October 3, 1938 to Joseph Sr. and Leona Opal in Council Bluffs, IA. Joseph enjoyed traveling. His pride and joy was his family. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by son, Gary Coleman; Joseph is survived by wife of 57...

David V. Grund Sr.

David V. Grund Sr.

Oct 30, 2021

David V. Grund Sr., age 67, passed away at Oakland Manor October 30, 2021. He was born June 23, 1954 to the late Frank and Mary (Ellison) Grund in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Gail Shepard and Teena Steinbach. David is survived by his wife, Diana Grund; children, Tina...

Sarah Tamms

Sarah Tamms

Oct 29, 2021

Sarah I. Tamms, age 85, passed away peacefully at Bethany Lutheran Home October 29, 2021. She was born March 4, 1936, to the late David and Opal (Fountain) McIntosh in Iowa City, IA. Sarah retired as the clerk of the district court in Pottawattamie County. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Tom Tamms...

Kristy K. Santiago-Gabino

Kristy K. Santiago-Gabino

Oct 28, 2021

Kristy Santiago-Gabino, age 56, passed away October 28, 2021. She was born September 4, 1965 to William H. and Patricia Louise Mallory in Council Bluffs, Iowa. she was preceded in death by mother, Patricia L. Mallory; grandmother, Beulah Rose; Kristy is survived by daughters, Melissa (Phil Reno) Mintken, Chelsy (Miranda) Brammer, Selena Santiago-Gabino; siblings, Kim (Rusty) Woodruff, Scott Mallory, Steve...

Elmer "Ray" Testerman

Elmer "Ray" Testerman

Oct 28, 2021

Elmer Raymond "Ray" Testerman, age 72, passed away October 28, 2021. He was born July 22, 1949 to Elmer and Mary Testerman in Marion, VA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, James Testerman, and sister, Tonia Leonard. Ray is survived by his wife, Karen Testerman; daughters, April Stockton, Stephanie Koch (Daniel Ricks), Jessica...

Debra Barnes

Debra Barnes

Oct 27, 2021

Debra Barnes, age 66, passed away October 27, 2021. Debra was born on August 16, 1955 to the late Cloyce and Mary Carter in Omaha, NE. She was preceded in death by her parents, Cloyce and Connie Carter; brother, Steve Carter and sister, Rebecca Dixon. Debra is survived by her son, Tyler (Nicole) Barnes; mother, Mary Dixon and siblings, Teena...

Debra Coleman

Debra Coleman

Oct 26, 2021

Debra Coleman, age 62, passed away October 26, 2021. She was born September 22, 1959 to Robert and Barbara (Story) Cernelic in Omaha, NE. She was preceded in death by mother, Barbara Thompson. Debra is survived by her daughter, Nicole (Tyler) Brunow; father, Robert (Lois) Cernelic; sister, Kim (Don) Fischer; brother, Don (Shari) Cernelic; grandsons, Emmett Brunow and Coleman Trapp;...

Tim  Pond

Tim Pond

Oct 25, 2021

Timothy Pond, age 64, passed away October 25, 2021. He was born July 30, 1957 to Clyde and Lucille (Schlicht) Pond in Council Bluffs, IA. Tim worked many years at Kouri Management Corporation in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Lloyd Pond, Jim Pond, and Mike Pond. Timothy is survived...

John Leon Chambers

John Leon Chambers

Oct 25, 2021

John (Leon) Chambers, age 92, passed away October 25, 2021. He was born May 27, 1929 to Samuel and Nina (Dukes) Chambers in Nehawka, NE. Leon loved camping, hunting, fishing, long road trips and in later years going to the casino. John served in the US Army for just under 2 years. He is preceded in death by his parents,...

Pamela Harter

Pamela Harter

Oct 25, 2021

Pamela Harter, age 59, passed away October 25, 2021. She was born April 4, 1962 to Charles and Beverly (Kady) Wettengel in Council Bluffs, IA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Larry Harter; step-father-in-law, Francis Mumm; and maternal and paternal grandparents. Pamela is survived by her husband, Clark Harter; daughter, Gail Fanders (Jeremy...