Omaha, Nebraska Obituaries

John Welker

Jul 17, 2025

John Conrad Welker passed away July 17, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 80 years. He was born May 9, 1945 in St. Louis, Missouri.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Lenona Welker; brother Bill Welker; sisters Mary Lou Mertz and Martha Lee Hughes; great-grandson Arlo Lee; and his infant son.

He is survived...

Eleanor Karcher

Jul 5, 2025

Eleanor Rose Karcher was born on January 29, 1991 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Anthony S. Karcher and Mary A.Tillemans (Lewis, Karcher)

She is survived by her mother Mary Tillemans; brothers Alvin and Anthony Jr; sisters Patricia Johnson, Cierra Omelchuk, and Michelle (Jay) DiRaimon; two nieces; stepfather John (Kathy) Tillemans; aunt Colleen Lewis; uncle Kenneth Lewis; family members Shelbi Hopkins, Charli Burk,...

Rick Logsdon

Jun 29, 2025

Rick Alan Logsdon, age 81, of Papillion, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025.

Rick was born on December 13, 1943, in Marshalltown, Iowa, to Victor Logsdon and Newa Frances (Kent) Logsdon. He married Kathy Hall in Columbus Junction, Iowa, in 1972. The couple moved from Marshalltown to Omaha, Nebraska, in 1984.



His journey was highlighted by exploration, new experiences, and...

Beverly Anderson

Jun 19, 2025

Beverly Jean Anderson passed away June 19, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 76 years. She was born June 7, 1949 in Fremont, Nebraska.

Beverly is preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Hazel Sorensen.

She is survived by her children Brendi Bartlett and Scott Anderson; grandchildren Brianna Jackson, Baleigh Pettit, Becca Bartlett, Brian Bartlett, Jr., Miranda...

Richard Rabb

Jun 14, 2025

Richard Carleton Rabb entered into eternal rest on June 14, 2025.

Richard was born in Des Moines Iowa October 26, 1946. He was welcomed by his parents, Carleton Alexander Rabb and Jo Ann Robinson Rabb.

His parents relocated Rich and his older brother John to Wheaton, IL where Rich graduated from high school. He then attended the University of Illinois. Richard’s career...

William True

May 28, 2025

William "Bill" True of Blair, Nebraska was born September 6, 1946, died May 28, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents Malcolm and Ruth, his sister Joan Wakeman True, son Landis. Survived by his wife Linda, daughter Stephanie True-Corr, daughter in law Patty True, son in law Noah Corr, and grandson Chase Corr.Bill was an amateur radio operator with the...

Genevieve Hrdy

May 25, 2025

Genevieve Hrdy, 103 years and 70 days old, passed away on May 25, 2025, in Papillion, NE. She was born on March 17, 1922 in Prague, NE to Emil & Fannie (Kratky) Texel.

Genevieve (Texel) married George Hrdy on August 10, 1942. Genevieve met George at the Texel family cafe in South Omaha, NE. Genevieve was tasked with closing up the...

Carroll Dobson

May 24, 2025

Carroll James Dobson passed away May 24, 2025 at the Omaha, Nebraska Josie Harper Hospice House at the age of 81 years.

He was born August 8, 1943 to Harry J and Thelma D Dobson in Saint Edward, Nebraska. He grew up in Cedar and attended St Anthony Catholic grade school and graduated from Cedar High in 1961. As a...

Wesley Rase

May 16, 2025

Wesley James Rase passed away May 16, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 92 years. He was born March 17, 1933 in Scribner, Nebraska.

Wesley is preceded in death by his parents, Roger and Viola Rase; first wife MaryAnn Rase; late wife Mary Jo Rase; and daughter Cindy Pignotti.

Wesley is survived by his children Annette (Mark) Duff and Paul...

David McMurphy

Apr 25, 2025

David Alan McMurphy passed away April 25, 2025 in Bennington, Nebraska at the age of 60 years. He was born July 13, 1964 in Omaha, Nebraska.

David is preceded in death by his father, Robert J. McMurphy; and brothers Jeff McMurphy and Jerry McMurphy.

He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Kimberly McMurphy; children Robert (Kiley)...

Gene Evans

Apr 22, 2025

Gene D. Evans, born on October 6, 1949, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, passed away on April 22, 2025, at home in Omaha, Nebraska.

Gene graduated from Ponca City High School in 1967 and soon after answered the call to serve his country. From 1968 to 1972, Gene served honorably in the United States Air Force. Following military service, he...

Kathleen Gardner

Apr 20, 2025

Kathleen Rosemarie Gardner (Poppen), of Woodbine, Iowa was born on August 01, 1967 in Omaha, Nebraska. Kathleen was born to Joseph Richard Poppen and Constance Salbustina Poppen (Catania).

Kathy attended school at Rosewater School in Omaha, Nebraska. Kathy passed away at Bergan Mercy in Omaha, Nebraska on April 20, 2025 at the age of 57 years 8 months...

Kathy Logsdon

Apr 18, 2025

Kathy Jane Logsdon

Kathy Jane Logsdon, age 74, Papillion, Nebraska passed away peacefully on April 18th, 2025.

Kathy was born on August 13, 1950, in Burlington, Iowa to James Hall and Kathlyn (Odle) Hall. She married Rick Logsdon in Columbus Junction, Iowa, in 1972 The couple moved from Marshalltown, IA to Omaha, Nebraska in 1984.

Throughout her life, Kathy was passionate about her...

Timothy Ferro

Apr 16, 2025

Timothy Peter Ferro - May 26, 1962 - April 16, 2025

Tim is survived by family and friends who love him deeply.

Although life will never be the same, our memories of Tim and his legendary stories will forever live on.

Per Tim's wishes, there will be no services.

Jean Abboud

Apr 14, 2025

Jean Marie Abboud (Voris), born on May 1, 1951, peacefully passed away on April 14, 2025. She was a beloved daughter, sister, niece, and devoted spouse to Jerry Abboud. As a mother, she cherished her children, Steve Abboud, Jeremy (Karen) Abboud, William (Danielle) Abboud, and Jamie Abboud, providing them with endless love and guidance.

Jean radiated warmth and kindness,...

Scott Saxer

Apr 13, 2025

Scott M. Saxer aka Shotgun passed away in Omaha, NE at the age of 62. He was born in Columbus, NE October 1962.

Scott is proceeded in death by his son, Jacob Saxer; parents; Richard Saxer; Norma Kirkland (Irwin).

He is survived by his beloved wife, Barbie Kantor Saxer; son, Dustin Saxer; stepson, Jerry Hannum; Sibling, Rich Saxer; sister in law, Jody;...

Patrick Gerrie

Apr 9, 2025

Patrick Edward Gerrie passed away April 9, 2025 in Gretna, Nebraska at the age of 81 years. He was born November 24, 1943 in Los Angeles, California.

Patrick is preceded in death by his parents, Anson and Beatrice Gerrie; sister Enid McFarland; and long-time partner Wayne Mink.

He is survived by his nephew Tim McFarland; and niece Mary...

Jerry Shoemake

Apr 2, 2025

Jerry L. Shoemake passed away April 2, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska at the age of 64 years. He was born October 24, 1960 in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond C. Shoemake, Sr. and Donna Rae Gardner.

He is survived by his siblings, Elizabeth (Rodney) Peterson, Kathryn Sinclair(Jim), Raymond C. Shoemake, Jr., Raeleen Shoemake (Pete), and...

RenRenay M. Thomas

Mar 29, 2025

RenRenay is preceded in death by her mother, Paula Marie Barrett. She is survived by her father David Jean Barrett; husband Lloyd M. Thomas;  children, Jeffrey Magnuson, Destinee Case, Gerald Jr. (Jerry) Magnuson, Jasmine (Jasper) Wetzel, Luke Barrett, Seven Barrett, Vylian Thomas, Wren Thomas; siblings, Gidget (John) Buss, David Jr. (Dawn) Barrett, Kelly Sr. (Stacey) Barrett; and 6 grandchildren 

Karen Nelson

Mar 23, 2025

Karen Nelson, age 63, passed away on March 23, 2025.

Karen was born on July 11, 1961 in Omaha, NE to Everette and Irene Nelson.

Karen was a simple woman who cared greatly for her grandchildren/great grandchildren

She was preceded in death by her parents Everette and Irene Nelson and son Danny Lee Nelson.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years Gene...