Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Omaha Cremation Services
Carl Sonny Avey
Jun 8, 2026
Carl Sonny Avey, 77, passed away on June 8, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Services are currently pending.
Jay Lee Wheeler
Jun 3, 2026
Jay Lee Wheeler, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on June 3, 2026, just a short few weeks shy of his 81st birthday. Born on June 18, 1945, in Millard, Nebraska, Jay lived a life full of warmth and joy, calling Omaha, NE, his home.Jay graduated from Millard High School and then worked for Western Electric for 40...
Ronald James Mortensen
May 28, 2026
Ronald J. Mortensen was born June 29, 1933 on a farm near Royal, IA to parents John Mortensen and Ella Michelson Mortensen. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Virgil, Vernon, Duane and Darrel; wife of 68 years Barbara; son-in-law Robert Fullerton and granddaughter Alicia Crook. Ronald is survived by his sister, Peggy; 3 children Eric (Cindy), Larry...
Norman E Leach
May 19, 2026
Norman Leach, age 86, passed away on May 19, 2026, in Elkhorn, NE.
There will be a Memorial Service for Norman on Friday, June, 5, 2026 at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 1200 S 40th Street, Lincoln NE at 5:00 pm.
Nancy Louise DeMarque
May 14, 2026
Nancy L DeMarque, age 80, passed away on May 14, 2026 in Omaha, Nebraska.
Nancy lived in Springfield, Nebraska. She attended and graduated from Platteview High School. Nancy loved to play Farkle, watch NCIS, put together puzzles, and take care of her plants.
She is survived by her sons, Chris (Holly) DeMarque, Kevin (Amy) DeMarque, and daughter Michelle DeMarque; grandchildren, Carly DeMarque (Cody Hytrek), MacKenzie Krejci...
Bonnie Moore
May 13, 2026
Bonnie Beth (Sibert) Moore was born on December 14, 1945, in Red Cloud, Nebraska, to Lloyd Eugene and Mildred P. (Pope) Sibert. She passed away on May 13, 2026, at Rolling Hills Ranch Living Facility in Omaha, surrounded by her children, at the age of 80.Bonnie began her education at Country School District 70 in Inavale, Nebraska, and later attended...
Meagan Anne Isom
May 8, 2026
It is with profound sadness, and in loving memory of Meagan Anne Isom, that we announce her quiet passing on May 8, 2026. Meagan passed away in her sleep at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, surrounded by her family. Her life was cut short by cancer and associated complications.
Born October 3, 1987, in La Mesa, California,...
Patrick Michael Cronk
May 7, 2026
Patrick Michael Cronk, 58, passed away on May 7, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with renal failure. Born on February 17, 1968, in Lincoln, Nebraska, Patrick endured many years of dialysis treatments and serious ongoing health challenges from birth. Despite this, he continued to pursue the hobbies and passions that brought him joy. He loved cars and often...
Betty Adams
Apr 30, 2026
Now at peace, Betty Adams, 86, passed away quietly on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Betty was born on March 24, 1940, in Little Rock, AR to John and Ruby Parsons. She was a witness to history in 1957 as a high school senior when the Little Rock Nine integrated into Central High School. As an editor for the school paper, she...
Ann Darlene Young
Apr 20, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ann Darlene Young, beloved mother, friend, and cherished member of our community, who left this world on April 20, 2026. Born on August 26, 1942, in Oakland, Nebraska, Ann spent her life dedicated to her family and friends, creating an open and loving home for all who crossed her...
Helen Clara Johnson
Apr 12, 2026
Helen Clara Johnson, age 91, passed away on April 12, 2026 in Elkhorn, Nebraska.
Helen Clara Johnson (Knake) was born and raised on a farm in Unadilla Nebraska. She attended Country school and graduated from Unadilla High School. Helen loved to cook, shop and spend time with Friends and Family.
She is survived by her daughters, Julie (Bob) Trent and Sue (Greg)...
John William DuBay, Sr.
Apr 4, 2026
John William DuBay, Sr., age 89, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska. Born on January 25, 1937, in Michigan, John lived a life marked by service, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to his faith and family.
In 1954, at the age of 17, John enlisted in the United States Air Force, embarking on a distinguished 28-year career...
Dawn Renee Dingman
Mar 29, 2026
Dawn R. Dingman, age 70, passed away on March 29, 2026, in Omaha, NE. There will be no services at this time.
Anne M Montagne
Mar 24, 2026
Anne Montagne, age 80, passed away on March 24, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska.There are no services at this time.
Willie Justin Williams
Mar 19, 2026
Willie Justin Williams, of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away on March 19th, 2026.
Will was born in Weatherford, Oklahoma on December 1, 1982, to Kathryn and Robert Williams. The Williams family moved to the suburbs of St. Louis where Will spent his formative years. After graduating from Fort Zumwalt South in 2001 and attending Southwest Missouri State for a time, Will...
Ishmael Muhammad AKA Craig Stewart
Mar 19, 2026
Craig Stewart aka Ishmael Mohammed was a local guitarist and musician who was active in the Omaha music scene since the early 1970s. Talented enough to have a successful career outside the city limits on either coast, he chose to remain close to family and friends in the area. Collaborating with hometown music talent like his cousin Todd Young of...
Jean Marie Burke
Mar 9, 2026
Our sweet Jean quietly left behind the oxygen tanks and nasal cannulas on the afternoon of March 9, following a lengthy struggle with COPD. Her family was with her as she died.
Jean was born in Omaha on September 6, 1956, the last of Bob and Bernadette Larkin Burke's five children. She attended St. Pius X Grade School and Marian High...
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...
Robert Brian Brannan
Mar 2, 2026
With heavy hearts and warm smiles, we remember a beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and veteran whose life was as full as the garage shelves he so carefully stocked.
He lived life the way he tended his yard-with pride, patience, and a belief that things should be done right the first time. His lawn was the kind neighbors slowed...
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