Obituaries
Omaha, Nebraska Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Omaha, Nebraska & Surrounding Areas
Richard E. Wright, Jr.
Sep 18, 2025
Richard Wright, 61, passed away on September 18, 2025, in Omaha, NE.
Visitation: Thursday (10/2/2025) from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Good Shepherd Funeral Home - 90th Street. Funeral Service: Friday (10/3/2025) at 12:30 PM at Good Shepherd Funeral Hoe, 3809 N 90th Street, Omaha NE 68134. Burial to follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Services will be livestreamed below.
Donna Jean Van Voltenberg
Sep 18, 2025
Donna was preceded in death by mother Ellen Jean Van Voltenberg; brothers Danny and Paul Van Voltenberg.
She is survived by four children Mickiel, Chad (Tessa Garrett), Richard Tietsort, Monica Tietsort-Anderson; brother Larry Van Voltenberg; sisters Patty (Brian) Phinney, Mary Larsen; grandchildren Mickiel Tietsort, Diana McCarthy, Megan Chapman, Austin (Sidney) Anderson, AJ (Tyler) Fisher-Anderson, Shelby Anderson, Jacob Anderson, Tyler Tietsort, Todd...
Vera Cook
Sep 18, 2025
Vera Mae (Burrell) Cook died at the age of 85. She passed away on Thursday, September 18, 2025.
A private graveside service for immediate family will be held in memory of her on Monday, September 22, 2025 at Evergreen Memorial Park in Omaha, NE.
She was born in Goodman, MS on October 10, 1939, to Dave and Katherine Burrell. Vera was the...
Kimberly Spillers
Sep 17, 2025
Kimberly Spillers, age 58, passed away peacefully at CHI Health Bergan Mercy September 17, 2025. She was born February 9, 1967 to Joseph & Cheryl Bruecks in Omaha, NE.
Kimberly lived in Omaha, NE, until moving to Tulsa, and eventually returned to Omaha for the reminder of her life. Kimberly enjoyed her life to the fullest. Her pride and joy were her...
Tracy Hamby
Sep 17, 2025
Tracy Hamby, 65, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on September 17, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska. Tracy was born on February 23, 1960, to Rolin and Clyde “Ann” Hamby while her family was stationed in Châteauroux, France. Soon after, she returned to the United States and spent the rest of her life in Carter Lake, Iowa, and Omaha,...
Susan Pluta
Sep 16, 2025
Susan M. Pluta, better known as Suzie, left this earth to be with her Lord and Savior on September 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Suzie was born in Omaha, Nebraska on December 7, 1969 to Edra Pluta (Abrams) of Beloit, Kansas and Herman Pluta of Tecumseh, Nebraska. After a brief illness, Edra passed away while Suzie was still a...
Tamara Andersen
Sep 15, 2025
Tamara Andersen, age 66, passed away in Omaha, Nebraska, on September 15, 2025. She was born November 10, 1958 to Norman and Shirley (Holsan) Petersen in Beatrice, NE. Tammy was raised in Beatrice, NE, then moved to Omaha in 1978. After high school, she attended Milford College and, upon graduation, began her career at Mutual of Omaha. Tammy enjoyed time...
Donald D. Barlow
Sep 15, 2025
Donald Dale Barlow, aged 90 years and 11 months, passed away peacefully on September 15th, 2025. He was born on September 18th, 1934 in Shambaugh, IA to Marvin Barlow and Frieda Bain. Donald married Luella Martin Barlow of Westboro, MO. Donald is survived by his loving wife, Luella; daughters, Kathy Tauanuu & Cindy Spires, 11 grandchildren & 12 great-grandchildren.Don was...
Elvin Lightner Jr.
Sep 14, 2025
Elvin "Petey" Lightner, Jr of Sioux City, IA, passed away on September 14, 2025 in Omaha, NE.
Petey was born January 5, 1957 in Sioux City, Iowa to loving parents Elvin, Sr and Marvelean (Pounds) Lightner. Petey was the youngest of the family, having two older siblings Barbara and Terry.
Petey grew up in Sioux City, IA. He attended Hopkins Elementary School...
Jason Slininger
Sep 13, 2025
Jason Walter Slininger, 51, of Omaha, NE was welcomed into his Savior's arms on September 13, 2025.
Born in Creston, lowa, on January 6, 1974, Jason graduated from Grace University with a degree in bible and music education. Jason loved leading worship in church. He drew close to his Creator through this and blessed many others. Jason enjoyed a long career...
George Grafton III
Sep 13, 2025
George is preceded in death by father George Grafton Jr.; mother Thelma Mayfield-Grafton; and sister Linda Grafton.
He is survived by children Anthony Grafton, Traci Grafton, Audrey Grafton, Wil Grafton, and Wes Grafton; sister Ann Grafton-Willis; niece Megan Nichols-Timm; nephew David "Eric" Nichols; niece Chantell Wills; grandchildren adn great nieces and nephews.
If you would like to send flowers to the family...
William R. Gamble
Sep 13, 2025
William R. Gamble, age 70, passed away on September 13, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Complete notice is pending.
Services will be held on Thursday (9/25/2025) at Good Shepherd - 90th Chapel. Visitation from 10 - 11 AM with Funeral Service at 11 AM. Burial at Omaha National Cemetery at 1:30 pm. Repass at Good Shepherd Funeral Home following burial.
Sharolyn Sorensen
Sep 11, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sharolyn "Sherry" Sorensen, who left this world on September 11, 2025 surrounded by her devoted family and friends. Though her time with us feels far too short, her life was filled with love, kindness, laughter and unwavering strength.
Born on April 25, 1952 in Sioux City, Iowa, Sherry lived...
Donald Bartling
Sep 11, 2025
Donald Bartling, 57, passed away at home on September 11, 2025, in Bellevue Nebraska
Donald Bartling was born on October 14, 1967, in Omaha, NE, to Richard Bartling and Jane Widman.Donald graduated from Benson High School in 1986. In 1988 he had his 1st son. Then in May of 1992 Started dating Amy Kacin and in 1993 they had their 1st...
Bruce Bibins
Sep 9, 2025
Bruce Bibins, 71, passed away on September 9, 2025, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Services are currectly pending.
Shadrach Beaugard
Sep 8, 2025
Shadrach Beaugard, 80, of Omaha, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025.
He was born on November 10, 1944 in Blytheville, Arkansas, and later made his home in Omaha.
Shadrach is survived by his sons Rickey Beaugard (Terry), Rodney Beaugard (Frelay) Timothy Kolars, and Thomas Sysel (Stephanie; his daughters Theresa Fritz-Schuetz (Todd) and Kathryn Sysel. He is also remembered by his sisters...
David Henderson
Sep 7, 2025
David Henderson, age 40, passed away in Omaha, Nebraska on September 7, 2025. He was born October 4, 1984 to Charles and Jeanine (Bryan) Henderson in Omaha, NE.
He was known for his strong-willed, yet goofy personality. He took pride in his work, especially his work on cars. There were several cars in the local car shows, where David was being...



