Oct 11, 2025

We bid farewell to Raymond "Ray" Vondrak, whose remarkable journey concluded on October 11, 2025, at the age of 78. Ray touched countless lives with his warmth, quick wit, and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will resonate in the hearts of all who knew him.

A retired Advanced Concepts in Mathematics teacher and tutor, Ray dedicated his career to his...

Oct 10, 2025

James “Jim” Alvin McElwain, age 87, of Springfield, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on February 1, 1938, near Marshfield, Missouri, he had fond memories of growing up on the farm. Jim lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family and a deep love for the simple joys...

Oct 8, 2025

Richard leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Tonya Williams; his children, Keon, Richard Williams III, and Rodney Williams; and his beloved grandchildren, Kennedy Grace and Aubrey J., who brought him endless joy. He is also survived by his sisters, Yowanda Galbert & Tatiana Hawkins, (Wichita, KS), and brother, Bryan Williams (Chicago, IL); and by Eddie Grace and Jodeci...

Oct 7, 2025

Beloved daughter, sister, niece, friend, and cat mom.

Ruthmarie’s love language was gift giving, and her spirit was bright and cheerful. She was compassionate, generous with her time, and thoughtful with her gift giving.

Though she may not have had children of her own, nor did she experience nieces and nephews with her siblings, she was an “aunt” to all her friends’...

Oct 7, 2025

Marilyn A. Mattox, 85, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025.

Born on January 1, 1940, in Avoca, Nebraska where she enjoyed farm life with three sisters and one brother. On September 7, 1962, she married Dale S. Mattox. Together they raised two sons, Brian and Brett, and later made their home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, where Dale worked...

Oct 7, 2025

Oct 6, 2025

Sheila McQueen passed away peacefully after a long and meaningful life devoted to family, friendship, and the education of children. She was the beloved wife of 50 years, a devoted mother of two children, and a proud grandmother who found her greatest joy in time spent with her family. Sheila was also a cherished aunt to countless cousins and a...

Oct 5, 2025

Steven Patrick Ernst of Papillion, Nebraska died on October 5, 2025, at the age of 67. He was born on June 4, 1958, in Waco, TX to his parents Bill and Betty Ernst, joining his older brother Tim. They were in Waco for only a short time as Bill was in the Air Force and they moved frequently. One of...

Oct 2, 2025

Judith Kay (Pickell) Weaver, age 82, of Omaha, Nebraska, passed away on October 2, 2025.

She is survived by her four children: David Brian (Enrique Lucero Munsayac) Rhodes, Michael Scott (Linnea Marie) Rhodes, Stephen Christopher (Karrie Kristine) Rhodes, and Kimberly Elizabeth Weaver; her nine grandchildren: Jennifer (Jared), Jeff, Tory, Jonathan, Mia Che’, Storm, Carter, Landon, and Nolan; and her two great-grandchildren:...

Oct 2, 2025

Our mom, Ann Bell was born in Des Moines, IA, spent her early years in Coon Rapids and after the family moved to Omaha, attended Duchesne Academy (Class of 57) for high school. She went on to college first at Lone Mountain College in Northern CA, followed by some time at Cal-Berkley and wrapped up her degree at Creighton University...