Nancy L. Short
Apr 6, 2026
Nancy Lee Short (Simmonds) was born on July 19, 1936, at Home to Violet M. and James W. Simmonds in Omaha, Nebraska.
Nancy graduated high school from Technical High School in 1954. As a senior she met the Love of her Life, Norman Gene Short. They married on June 16, 1956, and went on to raise a family of 6 children....
William "Bill" J. Pitre, Jr.
Apr 5, 2026
Omaha - Preceded in death by wife of 63 years: Nancy; daughter: Shelly Miller; son-in-law: Bill Miller; sister: Rita Wright. Survived by daughter: Peggy (Randy) Reavis and granddaughter: Jordan Reavis; son: Mike (Sandy) Pitre; and granddaughters; Marisa (Blake) Lenners and Jessie (Max) Fleissner; great-grandsons: Theo, Eli, and Austin Fleissner, and Drew Lenners son: Philip Pitre; grandson: Robbie Miller; brother: Jim...
Lawrence E. Jacobsen (Mert)
Apr 3, 2026
Bennington - Lawrence (Mert) E Jacobsen of Bennington passed away on Good Friday April 3, 2026 in Elkhorn, NE.
Lawrence was born April 21, 1931 in the farm house in Irvington, NE to Emil & Anna Jacobsen. He grew up there, graduating from Irvington High School. He enlisted in the US Airforce in 1951 and was honorably discharged in November 1954...
Steven Douglas DeSoe
Apr 1, 2026
Steven “Steve” Douglas DeSoe, lovingly known as “Pa” by his family, will be remembered for his deep love, unwavering loyalty, and strong faith. A quiet and humble man of remarkable character, Steve touched the lives of many through both his actions and his example.
Steve shared 55 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Cheryl. Together, they raised three children of...
Stanley E. Novak Jr.
Apr 1, 2026
Omaha – He was a former Golden Gloves Boxer. Preceded in death by parents Stanley Sr. & Mildred Novak, brother Jim Novak. Survived by brother Bill Novak, children Angie, Stanley Jr.
Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th St - Omaha, NE - 402-496-9000 www.RoederMortuary.com
Marcella "Sally" Grebe
Apr 1, 2026
Omaha - Preceded in death by husband of 70 years: Robert; grandson: Jason Harrell; great-grandson: Kody Krapp; parents: Otto and Rose Mumm; sisters: Mariann Bull and Marlene Peetz; brother: Marvin Mumm. Survived by daughters: Sheryl (Gary) Krapp, Marcia (Nick) Harell; son: Chuck (Lori) Grebe; 7 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation: 5:00-7:00 PM Tuesday (4/7/2026) at Roeder Mortuary 108th Street Chapel;...
Kathleen "Kathy" Menard Schneider
Mar 29, 2026
Kathy lived her life with a quiet strength, a big heart, and a sense of humor that could brighten even the hardest days. She adored her family and poured her love into raising her children, grandchildren, and great‑grandchildren with patience, warmth, and a little bit of well‑timed sarcasm. She found joy in the simple things — tending to her flowers,...
Jerry L. Schram
Mar 29, 2026
Jerry Lee Schram, 69, of Gretna, Nebraska, passed away on March 29, 2026.
Jerry was born on February 19, 1957, in Omaha, Nebraska, to James F. and Karen K. Schram. He was raised in Gretna and graduated from Gretna High School in 1975. A proud fourth-generation farmer, Jerry dedicated his life to the land, continuing a family legacy he deeply cherished...
Roger L. Schutte
Mar 26, 2026
Roger L. Schutte, a man of quiet wisdom and unwavering integrity, passed into the presence of his Savior on March 26, 2026, at the age of 92. Roger was born in Redfield, South Dakota, the son of Fred and Hazel Schutte. He graduated from Waverly High School and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering from the University...
James (Jim) Filipiak
Mar 24, 2026
Omaha - Preceded in death by wife Sheila. Survived by wife Julee, children Steve (Cathy) Filipiak, Jodie Bell, Dawn (Bill) O'gorman, Treasure (Mike) Canova, Carla Hiser (Jamie), Tara Krueger, Joe Hopkins, Corrine Hopkins, grandchildren Marrisa, Caitlin, Triston, Kamryn, Braedyn, Kaleb, Kaycee, Alexa, Cole, Connor, Grey, Wyatt, Simon, Loretta, family & friends.
Private services to be held later.
Roeder Mortuary 11710 Standing Stone...