Obituaries
Omaha, Nebraska Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Omaha, Nebraska & Surrounding Areas
James Fisher
May 16, 2025
James William Fisher, lovingly known as "Papaw" by his grandchildren passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025 at the age of 79. A believer in Christ, proud veteran, devoted family man and friend, James lived a life marked by service, integrity, and unconditional love.
Born on August 15, 1945 in Omaha, NE James answered the call of duty at a young...
Doris L. Torres
May 15, 2025
Doris Lucile Torres, 92, of Elkhorn, Nebraska passed away holding her son’s hand on May 15, 2025. Born in Cheyenne, Wyoming on September 8, 1932. Doris is preceded in death by her son, Lester Martin. She is survived by her children, Barbara Martin, Dianna (Wayne) Irick, Edward Martin, Mike "Poncho" Martin, Robert (Connie) Martin; 12 grandchildren, 28 great grandchildren, 6...
Alan and Deborah Jones
May 14, 2025
There will be a visitation for Alan and Deborah on Tuesday (5/27/2025) from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Good Shepherd Funeral Home - 90th Chapel. Funeral Service will be on Wednesday (5/28/2025) 11:00 AM at Good Shepherd - 90th Chapel. Burial to follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Omaha NE.
Eugene Atkinson
May 14, 2025
Eugene (Butch, Gene, Geno) William Atkinson, age 73, passed away peacefully at CHI Health Immanual Medical Center on May 14, 2025. He was born to Harold and Romona Atkinson (Dreifurst) in Omaha, NE. Geno lived in Omaha the majority of his life until moving to Onawa, IA.
Gene was a mechanic by trade and a manager of O'Reilly's Auto Parts for...
Rosalind M. Williams
May 11, 2025
Rosalind Williams, 70, passed away on May 11, 2025, in Plattsmouth, NE.
Services will be held on Thursday (5/29/2025) at Good Shepherd Funeral Home - 90th Chapel. Visitation from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM with Funeral Service at 12:00 PM. Burial to follow at Omaha National Cemetery.
Alexis Lenora Flowers Murph
May 11, 2025
In Canton, Mississippi, on the morning of January 2, 1948, her parents and loved ones were graced with her arrival. She was born to the late Elsworth & Mary Flowers Sr., named in loving honor of her paternal aunt, Alexie, and her cherished grandmother, Leonora. From her very first breath, Alexis embodied the strength and grace of the women whose...
Judy Sandberg
May 10, 2025
Judy Rae Sandberg passed away May 10, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 70 years. She was born October 27, 1954 in Omaha.
Judy is preceded in death by her husband, Philip Sandberg; parents Alvin and Ardyce Reeg; brothers Larry Bertolini, Terry Bertolini, and Joseph Bruns; and many sisters.
She is survived by her children Shane...
Joe Clark
May 9, 2025
Services will be held on Friday (5/30/2025) at Good Shepherd Funeral Home - 90th Chapel. Visitation for family and friends from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM with Funeral Service at 12:00 PM. Burial to follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery. A repass will be held the Good Shepherd Funeral Home in the reception hall following the graveside service.
Troy Harris, Jr.
May 9, 2025
Troy Harris Jr. was born to Mattie Pearl & Troy Harris Sr. on June 6,1937 in Atlanta Georgia. He attended Young Street Elementary School in which he completed the 1st -7th grade. He later attended Washington and Turner High in which he completed the 8th-12th grade. He graduated from Turner High school in June of 1954.
After completing high school and...
Elizabeth Watkins
May 8, 2025
Elizabeth Watkins passed away May 8, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 78 years. She was born April 4, 1947 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Mercy Lee Edwards and Levi Edwards.
Elizabeth is preceded in death by her parents Mercy and Levi Edwards; husband Charles Maurice Watkins; and brother James Edwards.
She is survived by her children Tina Watkins, Anthony Watkins,...
Rodney Dorador
May 4, 2025
Rodney Dorador, age 39, passed away peacefully at Nebraska Medicine May 4, 2025. He was born March 24, 1986 to Rodney and Julie (Neideffer) Dorador in Scottsbluff.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandmother Gloria Garcia and grandfather Benny Garcia.
Rodney Cruz, was the life of every party, the loudest laugh in every room, and someone...
Johnnie V. McGhee
May 4, 2025
Johnnie V. Johnson was born on June 6, 1942, to the late Wade and Ida Johnson, of Selma, Arkansas, and was born on her mother's 44th birthday. This afforded her the opportunity to be raised and reared by her older sisters and raised alongside her nieces and nephews like siblings.
After graduating high school, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska...
Elizabeth League
May 4, 2025
Elizabeth League, age 76, passed away in Omaha, Nebraska on May 4, 2025. She was born January 21, 1949 to Wilber and Gladys Schaffer in Omaha, NE.
Mom loved church and singing the good old country songs. She was famous for big hair(lots of aqua net) and her vibrant eye makeup. Anyone that knew my mom loved her. She was resilient...
Brian Bartsch
May 3, 2025
Brian Bartsch, age 54, passed away in Omaha, Nebraska, on May 3, 2025. He was born April 27, 1971, to James and Esther (Schultz) Bartsch in Dallas, TX.
Brian lived many places growing up but lived in Omaha all of his adult life with his wife and children. Brian's passion was God's Word above all else. He had a...
William J. Lane
May 2, 2025
William Joseph Lane, 84, AKA Joe, passed away on May 2, 2025, in Omaha, NE.
Born December 8,1940 in St. Louis, Missouri to his parents, Annie M. Stringfellow Lane and Robert B. Lane. His siblings Roberta Ann Lane Hall and Muhammad AK Sharif.
After his parents moved their family to Omaha, his father and mother a minister and evangelist became the pastor...
Devell A. Johnson-Olloway
May 1, 2025
Devell A. Johnson-Olloway passed away on May 1, 2025, in Omaha, NE.
Services will be held at Good Shepherd Funeral Home on Thursday (5/8/2025). Visitation from 10:00 - 11:00 AM with the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM. Burial to follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Omaha, NE.
Michael J. Tapio
May 1, 2025
Michael came into this world on Thursday December 28th, 1961 and traveled his final path on Thursday May 1st, 2025. He was here for 63 years, 4 months & 3 days.
He was preceded by his parents, Louis & Jean, brother John and nephew Adam Tapio.
He is survived by siblings & spouses, Rich & Carol, Jim & Dodi, Alice & Terry...
Jack McManigal
May 1, 2025
Jack Keith McManigal, 95, of Omaha, NE, passed away on May 1, 2025, at Florence Home, surrounded by his loved ones. He left behind a legacy of love, faith, and unwavering dedication to family. He was a man of quiet strength, deep compassion, and steadfast devotion, a guiding presence for all who knew him.
Born on November 26, 1929, in Sioux...
Linda D. Thomas
May 1, 2025
Linda Thomas, 73, passed away on May 1, 2025, in Omaha, NE.
Services will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at Good Shepherd Funeral Home - 90th Chapel. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM with Funeral Service at 12:00 PM. Graveside Service will be held on Monday, May 19, 2025 at Omaha National Cemetery.



