Obituaries
Omaha, Nebraska Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Omaha, Nebraska & Surrounding Areas
Mary Catherine Johnson
Jul 9, 2026
Mary C. Johnson, 87, passed away peacefully at her home in Fort Worth, Texas, on July 9, 2026.Mary was born on May 24, 1939, in Ewing, Nebraska, to Frank and Minnie Miller.She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Richard Johnson; her daughter, Kimberly (Robert) Dudley; her parents, Frank and Minnie Miller; and her brothers, Robert and James Miller.Mary...
Ronald Lee Jones
Jul 9, 2026
Ronald (Ronnie) Lee Jones was born May 20, 1961 to Donald and Earnie Jones, in Omaha, NE. He was the seventh child born to Earnie. He attended Central Park Elementary School and McMillian Magnet Middle School. He went on to earn His GED.
Ronald worked many jobs throughout his life, traveling across the United States and different countries, until he retired...
James Howard Carne Jr.
Jul 9, 2026
James Howard Carne Jr., 71, passed away peacefully in Omaha, Nebraska, July 9, 2026 after a long illness. He was surrounded by the love of his family when he passed.Jim was born on August 12, 1954, at Gardena Hospital to his father, Fire Captain James Howard Carne Sr., and his mother, Barbara Douillard, a beauty queen and homemaker. Raised in...
Debra Ann Murphy
Jul 8, 2026
Debra Ann Murphy was born on November 20th, 1958. She was diagnosed with and battled Lung Cancer for nearly 10 years, being re-diagnosed at least 6 times during that period. She passed away peacefully on July 8th, 2026, with her hand held by her husband, Michael Murphy, of 41 years. She put up a good fight all throughout, but as...
John Anthony Smith
Jul 8, 2026
John Smith, 65, passed away on July 8, 2026, in Omaha, NE.John was preceded in death by his parents Velma and Louis Smith Sr., and his siblings Cindy Smith, Joanne Smith, Karen Johnson, Louis Smith Jr., and Herman Smith. He is survived by his sisters: Fern Smith, Linda Smith, Shannon Smith, and Stephanie Smith-Barnes (Sean) from Omaha; brothers: Robert Smith...
Beverly Ann Zoll (Barnes)
Jul 6, 2026
Beverly Ann Zoll (Barnes), 84, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026. She was born on February 17, 1942, in Iowa City, Iowa.One of eleven siblings, Beverly was raised on a farm in Iowa during the Depression. She fondly referred to herself and her brothers and sisters as "free-range children," recalling a childhood filled with hard work, adventure, and treasured...
Elizabeth Carol Vanderhart
Jul 6, 2026
Elizabeth Carol Vanderhart, was born to Keith and Carol Kane in Des Moines Iowa, at a birth center, on August 30, 1988. She was carried into eternal comfort and glory at 37 years old July 6, 2026.
Early in her life she understood she was a helpless sinner, that could do nothing to earn salvation from sin and death. She...
Frank Charles Zavorka
Jul 5, 2026
Frank Zavorka, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 5, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on October 20, 1942, in Omaha, Nebraska, Frank lived a life full of love, resilience, and service.Raised in a nurturing home by his parents, Frank and Elizabeth Zavorka, Frank graduated from South High School in...
Janice Kay Ridout
Jul 5, 2026
In Loving Memory of Janice Kay Ridout
August 16, 1955 – July 5, 2026
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Janice Kay Ridout, who passed away on July 5, 2026, at the age of 70.
Janice was born on August 16, 1955, in Spencer, Iowa. She was a hardworking and dedicated woman who took great pride in her career. She spent...
Toni Renee Reed
Jul 4, 2026
It is with deep love and remembrance that we celebrate the life of Toni Renee Reed, a beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose warmth and spirit touched everyone around her. On the night of July 4, 2026, Toni closed her eyes to take her final rest at the age of 71.
On October 15, 1954, she was the...
Dante Benavente
Jul 4, 2026
Dante Benavente passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 34, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. He was born on August 19, 1991, in Redmond, Washington.
Dante was preceded in death by his father, Filiberto Sotelo.
He is survived by his loving mother, Martha Alejo Valtierra; his sisters, Selene (John) Benavente, Anaiz...
Leroy Martin
Jul 3, 2026
With deep love and heartfelt gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the life and legacy of Deacon Leroy Martin, who was born on October 22, 1941, in Oklahoma, to the late Nathaniel Martin and Olivia Martin.
Leroy received his education in Oklahoma and was a proud graduate of Booker T. Washington High School then attended two years in college...
Mirrah Jean Fleming
Jul 3, 2026
Mirrah Jean Fleming passed away July 3, 2026 in Weeping Water, Nebraska at the age of 18 years. She was born April 3, 2008 in Onawa, Iowa.
Mirrah is survived by her parents, Laura Forrester and Sean Fleming; brother Kyler Fleming; grandparents Robert and Rita Fleming, and Patty and Tom DeCora; and aunts, uncles, cousins, and other family and friends. Mirrah...
Cheryl Lee Johnson
Jul 2, 2026
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we celebrate the life of our beloved Cheryl Johnson, who peacefully entered eternal rest on July 2, 2026, at the age of 62.
Born in Omaha, Nebraska, Cheryl was a woman whose life was defined by love, compassion, strength, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was the heart of...
Jason Michael Stafford
Jul 1, 2026
Jason "Jay" Stafford was the kind of person you don't forget.
Born on February 11, 1988, in Omaha, Nebraska, Jay passed away unexpectedly on July 1, 2026, at the age of 38. His time was too short and he is the loss of our life, but the love, laughter, and memories he leaves behind will last a lifetime.
To know Jay was...
Cheryl Leora Campbell
Jul 1, 2026
Cheryl "Cheri" Campbell, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska.Outside of her career at the Medical Center, Cheryl was a true adventurer at heart. She enjoyed traveling with friends to dog shows and loved all animals especially cats and white tigers. Cheri also enjoyed her weekend trips to the mall where she...



