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Lucy Jean Thornley
Mar 6, 2026
Lucy Joan Thornley was born on January 18, 1940, in Red Oak, Iowa. She passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, at Emerald Nursing Home, where she had resided for the past four years
A graduate of Red Oak High School, Lucy moved to Omaha to attend college. It was there that she met and fell in love with Virgil Thornley....
Candace Kay Podany
Mar 3, 2026
NORFOLK- Services for Candace K. Podany, 61, of Norfolk will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 14th, at St. Mary's Catholic Parish in Norfolk with a small visitation period starting at 9:00 a.m. prior to the funeral service. Rev. Patrick McLaughlin will officiate.Candace Podany died Tuesday, March 3rd 2026 at UNMC in Omaha, NE.Candace Kay Podany, daughter of George and Sandra (Henrickson) Mandl, was...
Perry Schulz
Feb 25, 2026
Perry Schulz, age 64, passed away on February 25, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Perry is preceded in death by his sister, Julie Huismann and brother, Randal Schulz. He is survived by brothers, Steve and Robert (Kwanta) Schulz; sister, Debbie (Otto) Gerber and a host of other loving family and friends.There will be a Celebration of Life for Perry in Norfolk, Nebraska...
Steven Sean Hilt
Feb 24, 2026
Steven Sean Hilt born in Omaha, NE October 13,1966 and entered into rest February 24, 2026 surrounded by family.
Steve went to UNO where he studied finance and graduated with his bachelor's degree. He went on to work in insurance and sales before retiring.
Steve was intelligent and funny. Also enjoyed watching sports, traveling and teaching himself other languages.
He was survived by...
Teresa Lea Ziebarth
Feb 4, 2026
Teresa Lea Ziebarth (Harris), passed peacefully on February 4, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska, surrounded by the love of her devoted husband, Allan, and her five children - Brandon Davis (Cindy), Jordan Guillen (Chris), Sarah Blum (Mark), Jonathan Davis (Mackenzie), and Joshua Davis (Abby). She was born on May 22, 1964, in Denver, Colorado, where she developed a lifelong love for...
Robert Bruce Henning
Jan 30, 2026
Robert "Bob" Bruce Henning has exited the building.
Not quietly. Not politely. And definitely not on anyone else's schedule.
Bob was a father, a papa, a best friend, a hero, and a walking reminder that life is too short for bullshit, half-measures, or pretending to be someone you're not. He lived exactly how he wanted, liked what he liked, loved who he...
Bradley Allen Donner, Sr.
Jan 17, 2026
Bradley A Donner Sr was born August 7, 1970 in Norfork, NE, to Linda (Donner) Schneider. He passed away on January 17, 2026.
Brad attended Norfolk Senior High School graduating in 1988. He attended Wayne State College in Wayne Ne, obtaining an Associate of Science degree in computers and a minor in graphic design. He also,attended Bellevue University in Bellevue NE...
Shawn R. Marshall
Jan 13, 2026
Shawn Marshall, 82, passed away on January 13, 2026, in Omaha, NE. Complete notice is pending.
Carolyn McBreen Gibbs
Jan 7, 2026
Carolyn Ann McBreen Gibbs, a woman of profound faith, empathy, and dedication to the written word, passed away on January 7, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and service. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, on November 24, 1943, to Edith Cleveland, who made the difficult decision to place her for adoption. She was later adopted by Marion and Dorothy Schuler and...
Gerhard Hahn
Dec 25, 2025
Gerhard ‘Gary’ Hahn, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away peacefully with family by his side on December 25th, 2025 at the age of 77.
Gerhard was an engineer by trade. At Western Electric, he was instrumental in designing and testing the electrical failure recovery systems we enjoy today. He was also instrumental in keeping the plants running efficiently and online by maintainingtheir...
Frances Johnston
Dec 11, 2025
Frances Marie Johnston passed away on December 11, 2025 surrounded by love at the Josie Harper Hospice House in Omaha, NE after prolonged chronic illnesses. She was born on November 24, 1949 in Omaha, NE, to Leo and Genevieve McShane. Frances had two children; a son Scott David Altstadt- who sadly died as an infant in 1974, and a daughter...
Virginia ”Jean” Kay Donatelle
Dec 8, 2025
Virginia (Jean) Kay Donatelle was born on April 1, 1952 in Almena, WI. She ascended to her eternal home on December 8, 2025 in Omaha Nebraska.
Jean is survived and missed greatly by her loving husband of fifty-two years, James (Jim) Donatelle; and their three children: Heather Donatelle-Utiger (Rick), Tony Donatelle (Marie), Jenna Allen (Gabe). Forever cherished and remembered by her four grandchildren:...
Karen L. Curtis
Dec 1, 2025
Karen Lee Curtis, age 73, passed away on December 1, 2025, surrounded by love. She was born on January 10, 1952, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Patsy Dugan and Clayton Wogstad. She later moved to Omaha, Nebraska, where she built a life centered on family, service, and compassion.
Karen was a devoted wife to Teddy Curtis and a loving mother to...
Marlin C. Quaring
Nov 29, 2025
Marlin Carl Quaring, age 77, of Cairo, Nebraska, passed away on November 29, 2025, surrounded by his family in Omaha, Nebraska.
Marlin was born on October 9, 1948, in Grand Island to the late Leo and Myrtle Quaring. He graduated from Cairo High School in 1966. After graduation, he worked on the family farm and at the Ordnance Plant in Grand Island...
Timothy R. Kimball
Nov 19, 2025
Timothy Ryan Kimball, 58, of Bellevue, Nebraska, passed away on November 19, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Born on August 27, 1967, in Fremont, Nebraska, Tim spent his early years in Arlington before moving back to Fremont at age nine. He met Cheri (Randolph) in 1987, and they married in April 1988. Throughout their marriage, they lived in...
Russell Lee Anderson
Nov 12, 2025
Russell Lee Anderson, 61, of Omaha, NE, passed away on November 12, 2025, due to medical complications.
He was born on March 27, 1964 to parents Harold and Mary Louise (Stott) Anderson in Omaha, NE. Russ is survived by his step-mother Sue (Swanson) Anderson, brother Scott & Jill Anderson, sister Kristi (Anderson) & Scott Swancutt, daughter June (Anderson) and son-in-law Thomas...
Michael F. Holzapfel
Nov 4, 2025
Michael Francis Holzapfel, 77, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, after a short battle with cancer.
Born on June 29, 1948, to Alfred and Grace Holzapfel, Michael was one of twelve children. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and two brothers.
In 1967, he married Peggy, and together they raised five children: Chris (Randy) Zetocka, Michelle Holzapfel...
Rachel Marie Flanary
Oct 17, 2025
Rachel Marie Flanary, 28, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, October 17, 2025, at her home in Omaha, NE, after prolonged chronic illnesses.
Rachel was born on February 7, 1997, in Reno, NV. Initially, she was raised in Sparks, NV, and then, in 2003, her family relocated to Lakewood/Morrison, CO. She graduated from Jeffco Virtual Academy High School in...
David L. Comstock
Sep 28, 2025
David L. Comstock, age 68 of Ida Grove, Iowa, passed away on September 28th, 2025 at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha after a lengthy battle with cancer. David was born on December 31st, 1956 to Geary "LeRoy" Comstock and Sharon (Roberts) Comstock. He was the oldest of 5 children. He grew up near Schleswig, Iowa, graduating with...
Richard Heiman, Jr.
Sep 11, 2025
Richard Heiman, age 62, passed away on September 11, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska.
He is survived by his son, Adam (Amanda) Christiansen; daughter, Cassandra Christiansen; brother, Tony Heiman; 5 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and a host of other loving family and friends. Richard is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
Richard Heiman’s celebration of life will be October 11th at...
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