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Omaha, Nebraska Obituaries
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Gary Lee Harger
Jun 3, 2026
Gary Lee Harger, 83, of Papillion, Nebraska, passed away on June 3, 2026, after a courageous journey with Alzheimer's disease. Born on November 10,1942 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Gary grew up in Center Pointe, Iowa where he lived a full and purposeful life defined by hard work, and a deep love for his family.
Gary proudly served his country in...
Maybre Leroy Johns Jr
Jun 1, 2026
Maybre "JJ" Leroy Johns, Jr. passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 74.
He was born on April 19, 1952, in Omaha to Maybre Sr. and Alva Johns. JJ grew up in the community, attending local schools and graduating from Omaha Central High School in 1970.
Following graduation, JJ answered the call of duty and...
Jerry Dean Wattonville
Jun 1, 2026
Jerry Dean Wattonville, age 62, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away on June 1 2026.
Born on September 12, 1963, Jerry was a lifelong Omahan who brought joy to those around him through his love of music and food. He was an avid guitar player and songwriter who loved creating and sharing music. He also had a passion for cooking and enjoyed...
Mary Etta Copeland
Jun 1, 2026
Mary Etta Copeland, 86 passed away June 1, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska.
Mary was born in Lorman, Mississippi, to Isaac and Estella Patterson. She was the youngest of their four children and was affectionately known as “Lil Sister.” In 1962, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska.
Mary was a devoted mother to her five daughters: Cynithia, Belinda, Elvira, Candace, and Ronita. She persevered...
Gerald Francis Wilson
Jun 1, 2026
Gerald " Jerry" Francis Wilson, a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on July 6, 1944, in Omaha, Nebraska, Jerry dedicated his life to God, his family and his work at Vickers Hydraulics, where he was known for his hard work and commitment.
Jerry will be remembered for his...
Kevin Frederick Knapple
Jun 1, 2026
Kevin Frederick Knapple, 72, of Papillion, Nebraska, passed away peacefully at home on June 1, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Kevin was born on April 15, 1954 (Tax Day, the sinking of the Titanic, and the assassination of Abraham Lincoln), in Lexington, Nebraska, to Glenn F and Paula (Minnick) Knapple. He graduated from Lexington High School in 1972 and...
Cheryl Lynn Sempek
May 31, 2026
Cheryl Lynn Quigley Sempek of Blair Nebraska, passed away suddenly on May 31 st , 2026. She graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha with a bachelors degree in Business Administration and a masters in Criminal Justice.
Cheryl worked at the University of Nebraska Foundation for 34 years before retiring in 2022. Cheryl married Mark Sempek on March 18, 2011....
Margie Jean Erickson
May 30, 2026
Margie was called home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 30, 2026. Born August 15, 1944, to the late Walter and Bernice (Steinbrink) Rieschick in Falls City Nebraska. Margie lived life on the farm with her sister Helen and brothers Harold and Leonard. She graduated from Falls City High School and moved to Omaha to...
Greg A Grell
May 30, 2026
Greg A. Grell, age 66, passed away at Jennie Edmundson Hospital on May 30, 2026.He was born March 1, 1960, to the late Calvin and Connie (Woolhiser) Grell in Omaha, Nebraska.
Greg loved his family dearly and was always willing to help others. He was an avid fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, Chicago Cubs, and the Chicago Bears. Greg also had...
Stacey Jean Whitehouse
May 29, 2026
Stacey Whitehouse, age 53, passed away on May 29, 2026, in Omaha, NE.
Stacey is survived by her daughters, Hannah and Sophee Devitt; mother, Jackie Everson; brothers, Todd Whitehouse (Jennifer), Taylor Whitehouse; stepmother, Kim Whitehouse; nephews, Jack and Sam Whitehouse and a host of other loving family and friends. Stacey is preceded in death by her father, Robert Whitehouse and...
Kendra Mae Norgard
May 29, 2026
Kendra Norgard (Whitmore), age 65, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026. She was born on March 15, 1961, to Merlyn and Bonita Whitmore. Raised in Woodbine, Iowa, Kendra graduated from Woodbine High School. She had a special fondness for animals, dearly loved her cats, and especially enjoyed visits to the Henry Doorly Zoo, where she loved taking the kids...
Lawrence O. Watkins Sr.
May 28, 2026
Lawrence Overton Watkins, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was born in Kansas City, Kansas on July 4, 1948 to parents Charles and Gracie Watkins.
He spent most of his life in Omaha, Nebraska where he attended Technical High School and medaled in Pole Vaulting. Lawrence worked as a butcher in the packing industry.
Lawrence was known for his sense of style....
Angela Marie Wennekamp
May 28, 2026
Angela Marie Wennekamp passed away on May 28, 2026, in Omaha, Nebraska, at the age of 45. She was born on September 4, 1980, in Ord, Nebraska. She graduated from Skutt Catholic High School and from Wayne State College with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood and Family Studies. Angela married Dave Wennekamp on September 14, 2002, in Pender, Nebraska....
Billy Ray Button
May 28, 2026
Bill "Wild Bill" Button, 69, of Omaha, NE, passed away peacefully at home on May 28th, 2026.
Born on November 27th, 1956, in Fontana, CA, to Marvin and Roberta Button. He graduated from Bloomington High School and went on to have a career as an aircraft mechanic in the United States Air Force.
Bill was a devoted husband, father, and...
Edwin Albert Fisher Jr.
May 27, 2026
Edwin A. Fisher, Jr., age 75, passed away on May 27, 2026, in Omaha, NE.
Eddie is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin, Sr. and Joanne Fisher; nephew, Ryan Fisher and brother-in-law, Ben Jensen. He is survived by his siblings, Jerry Fisher (Amy Ayer), Susie Jensen, David Fisher (Mary Lou) and Mary Vlasak (Jim) and a host of nieces,...
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