Obituaries

Josephine L.  Garrison

Josephine L. Garrison

Jul 20, 2021

Josephine L. Garrison, age 67, passed away peacefully at Jennie Edmundson Hospital July 20, 2021. She was born September 12, 1953 to George R. and Pauline G. (O'Dea) Jensen in Harlan, Iowa. Jodie enjoyed quilting, loved her Iowa Hawkeyes, and spending time with her family and friends. Her pride and joy was Brett her first grandson. In addition to her...

Trey Herman

Trey Herman

Jul 20, 2021

Trey Herman, age 26, passed away July 20, 2021. He was born September 16, 1994 in Waterloo, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Leona Herman Trey is survived by his mother, Sherri Herman; sons, Javen and Carter; sister, Deven Herman; niece, Berlinn Herman; grandfather, William Herman; aunts, Erin Herman and Carrie Hergenreter; cousins, and a host of...

Tony Vachal

Tony Vachal

Jul 20, 2021

Tony Vachal, age 64, passed away peacefully at Maple Crest Health Center on July 20, 2021. He was born March 3, 1957 to Joe and Ruth Ann (Minor) Vachal in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Tony lived in Ralston, NE the majority of his life until moving to LaVista in 1987. Tony enjoyed riding his Harley, motocross racing and spending time with...

David E. Maron

David E. Maron

Jul 18, 2021

David E. Maron, age 68, passed away peacefully at Amelia Place July 18, 2021. He was born December 29, 1952 to Dale and Metta (Mehaffey) Maron in Clinton, IA. David is survived by daughter, Julie (Ryan) Parrott; brothers, Dennis (Jeanie) Maron and Bill (Amanda) Maron; former spouse of 38 years, Barbara Maron; grandchildren, Sage and Paislee Parrott; nieces, nephews, family...

Violet A. Daub

Violet A. Daub

Jul 17, 2021

Violet A. Daub, age 82, passed away July 17, 2021. She was born on February 3, 1939, to the late Rinehart and Tillie Nibbe. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Timothy Daub; sister, Joyce and brother, Reuben. Violet is survived by her husband of 65 years, Joe Daub; children, Terry Williams (Robin “Rob”...

Dean E. Eitmann

Dean E. Eitmann

Jul 16, 2021

Dean Eitmann, age 75, of Treynor, Iowa, passed away at Methodist Hospital July 16, 2021. He was born March 27, 1946, to the late Elmer and Betty (Hamilton) Eitmann in Council Bluffs, IA. Dean graduated from Treynor High School with the class of 1964 and was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of Zion Congregational Church. Dean is survived...

Robert Turner

Robert Turner

Jul 15, 2021

Robert Turner, age 92, passed away peacefully at home on July 16, 2021. He was born October 16, 1928 to Thomas and Mary (Griffin) Turner in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Donald, Everett and James Turner. Robert is survived by wife, Veronica (Williams) Turner; children, Bobby, Steven, Duane, Donelle and...

Edward F. Hornbeck

Edward F. Hornbeck

Jul 14, 2021

Edward Frank Hornbeck, son of Emmett and Lelia (Stallings) Hornbeck, was born in Lebanon Junction, Kentucky on June 12, 1933. Ed spent his early years in Kentucky, moving to Iowa when he was a Junior in High School. He graduated in 1952 from Magnolia High School in Magnolia, Iowa. After graduation, Ed joined the Air Force and was stationed at...

Ronald  A. Olson

Ronald A. Olson

Jul 12, 2021

Ronald Arthur Olson, of Crescent IA, passed away after a short illness on July 12, 2021. Ron was born on August 10, 1939 in Council Bluffs IA to Ralph and Zeatta (Schneckloth) Olson. He graduated from Abraham Lincoln in 1957. Ron and Sandy lived in Crescent for more than 35 years. Ron was very active in the community and served...

Sally L. Bequette

Sally L. Bequette

Jul 12, 2021

Sally Louise Bequette, age 79, passed away July 12, 2021 in Bellevue, Nebraska. She was born in Malvern, Iowa on December 4, 1941 to the late Archie and Daisy Anderson. Sally was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Alice; brother, Robert; and great grandson, Joseph. She is survived by her children, , Junaita, Vicky, Penny, Adam, Tammy, Daniel, September,...

Mike O'Hara

Mike O'Hara

Jul 12, 2021

Mike O’Hara passed away at home July 12, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born September 9, 1965 in Millington, Tennessee. His parents were Susan and Charles O’Hara. Mike lived each day with a positive attitude and deep love for family and friends, was thoughtful and committed to helping people. He enjoyed a nearly 40-year career in the banking...

Clayton E. Rhodes Jr.

Clayton E. Rhodes Jr.

Jul 10, 2021

Clayton E. Rhodes Jr., age 68, passed away at his home on July 10, 2021. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on February 23, 1953, to the late Clayton Sr. and Mary (Milford) Rhodes. Clayton is survived by Donna Rae Rhodes; children, Danny Rhodes, Clayton Rhodes III (Sandy Rich Bergantzel), Jamie Mutchler (Preston); siblings, Carol Dewaele (Ceil), Ella Rhodes,...

Michael C. Walck

Michael C. Walck

Jul 6, 2021

Michael C. Walck, age 65, passed away peacefully at his home on July 6, 2021. He was born September 18, 1955 to Clair and Myrtle Walck in Sioux City, Iowa. Michael enjoyed going fishing, attending concerts and being with his family. He also loved to talk about politics, global issues and was always ready for a debate. Michael is survived...

Wilhelm E. Koenig

Wilhelm E. Koenig

Jul 6, 2021

Wilhelm E. Koenig age 89 of underwood, passed away on July 6, 2021 at his home. Bill was born in Bentley, Iowa on April 4, 1932 to Wilhelm and Mildred Timm Koenig. He grew up on the family farm and graduated with the Underwood class of 1950. He served in the United States Army and the Korean War from 1950...

Raymond Dean Wright Jr.

Raymond Dean Wright Jr.

Jul 5, 2021

Raymond Dean Wright, Jr., was born on December 18, 1942, in Guthrie Center. He was the son of Raymond D. and Phyllis E. (Whitman) Wright. He went to one-room country schools in his early years while helping on the farm. He participated in football, basketball, track, baseball, choir, drama and graduated in 1961 from Guthrie Center High School. Then he...

Richard Campbell

Richard Campbell

Jul 5, 2021

Richard Campbell, age 59, passed away July 5, 2021. He was born October 16, 1961 to the late Paul and Donna (Holley) Campbell in Council Bluffs, IA. Richard is survived by his siblings, Jackie Phillips (Mike), Randy Campbell (Gwen), Rodney Campbell, Jolene Hrabik (Ernie) and Jeremy Darnold (Nicole); close friend, Roger Williams; several nieces and nephews and a host of...

Paul  D. Goldapp

Paul D. Goldapp

Jul 5, 2021

Paul Goldapp, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2021. He was born March 22, 1966 to Robert and Ramona Goldapp in Council Bluffs, Iowa. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by grandparents. Paul is survived by children, Allison (Jonny) Stebbins and Hannah (Kale) Thomas; siblings, Martie (Carl) Holeting, John Goldapp and Jim (Robin) Goldapp;...

John Kannedy

John Kannedy

Jul 4, 2021

John Kannedy, age 75, passed away peacefully in Council Bluffs, IA, on July 4, 2021. He was born March 20, 1946 to Ira and Stella (Williamson) Kannedy in Council Bluffs, IA. He served in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. John was a General Labor Foreman for Peter Kiewit. In addition to his parents, he was preceded...

Alvadean  L. Garcia

Alvadean L. Garcia

Jul 2, 2021

Alvadean L. Garcia, age 81, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on July 2, 2021. She was born November 15, 1939 to Alva and Marge Dye in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Alvadean enjoyed taking care of her children and reading the bible. Her pride and joy was her faith and family. She will be greatly missed by all....

Kathleen Marie Stephens

Kathleen Marie Stephens

Jul 2, 2021

Kathleen Marie Stephens was born on March 10, 1951, the firstborn child of Richard and Neva Anderson in Omaha, Nebraska. Kathy grew up as a hard worker on the family farm in Council Bluffs, Iowa, with her younger siblings Karen, Richard, Peggy, and Robert. She went to Abraham Lincoln High School, where she participated in 4H club. After high school,...