Melissa Duncan
Sep 21, 2025
Melissa Louise Duncan, age 54 years and 9 months, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, at The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center in Omaha, Nebraska, surrounded by family after a courageous six-year battle with lung cancer.
Melissa was born on December 11, 1970, to Donna (Swanson) Hernandez and the late Michael Settje. On September 12, 1990, she was united...
Joanne Fisher-Montana
Sep 20, 2025
Joanne was preceded in death by her 1st husband, Edwin Fisher, 2nd husband, Jerry Montana, son-in-law, Ben Jensen, and grandson, Ryan Fisher. Survived by her children, Eddie Fisher, Jerry (Amy) Fisher, Susie Jensen, David (Mary Lou) Fisher, Mary (Jim) Vlasak; and beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Private family services and interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery at a later date.
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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.
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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...