Brian

4/3/1947 – 4/8/2018

Omaha – Born in Council Bluffs, Iowa to Lois Bishop Griffiths & David Martin Griffiths. He is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Council Bluffs, and UNO.

Survived by Loving Wife: Sue; Children: Shannon Heinsmann (Michael), Hugh Griffiths, Erin Andrews (Nick), Evan Griffiths (Angie); 10 Grandchildren who filled him with joy: Jordan, Emma, Michael, Elijah, Wyatt, Beau, Lincoln, Cooper, Isaiah, and Sawyer; Sisters: Doreen Kellams, Marsha Benish (Pat); Sister-in-Law: Linda Kanner (Richard); Nieces & Nephews.

Graveside Service 12:00 PM Friday (4/13/2018) at Elliott Cemetery, Elliott, Iowa.

9/30/1934 – 4/7/2018

A lifelong Omahan whose roots were deep in Benson, Jackie died peacefully in hospice at Brookestone Meadows while surrounded by her family and having received superlative care from the facility’s staff and the Visiting Nurses Association.

Jackie was the only child of the late Al and Edith Snyder. She grew up in Benson, attending Benson West Elementary and graduating from Benson High School in 1952.

At Omaha University, where she was a member of Sigma Kappa sorority, Jackie completed her bachelor’s degree in 1956 and started a long career with the Omaha Public Schools. She taught kindergarten at Kellom and Franklin Elementary Schools until 1961, when she left education to begin a family. Once Stu and Steve were old enough, she returned to OPS as a kindergarten teacher for one year at Belvedere Elementary before joining the OPS central office as a Community Counselor/Student Personnel Assistant for the next 21 years before retirement in 1996. In that time she completed two more degrees from UNO.

Jackie married Paul Pospisil on June 27, 1959, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Benson. Paul’s cousin, Helen Kuncl, taught with Jackie and played “matchmaker.” Paul and Jackie celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 2009, with Paul passing away in April 2010. Their family now consists of son and daughter-in-law Stu and Sherry Pospisil, son and son-in-law Steve Pospisil and Brian Gilligan and twin grandsons Adam and Kyle Pospisil, all of Omaha; and beloved pet Pumpkin.

Those wonderful friends who became family over the years included the Coxes, Mortons, Quists, Roods, Grigers, Butterfields, Crooms, Schumachers, Cipollas, Quinlivans and Johnsons.

Jackie enjoyed all holidays, but Halloween was HERS. She had a quarter-century tradition of weekend-long open houses. She enjoyed reading mysteries, compiling photo albums and scrapbooks and watching on TV any football game played in the snow. But tops on that list was spending time with her grandsons. Always the organizer, she loved her breakfast, lunch and dinner groups that included the Benson Class of 1952ers, the Silver Sigmas and the S&B group.

Jackie was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran. She was a 38-year active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, chairing many committees and boards, serving on Nebraska Synod committees and volunteering in so many other ways.

Jackie was inducted into the Benson High Hall of Fame in 1992 and was a PTA honorary life member. She was a past president of the Fontenelle Elementary PTA and the Benson High Booster Club and the Omaha alumnae chapter of Sigma Kappa.

We would like to thank all of you for your prayers, concern and thoughtfulness showed to Jackie and all of us, especially in the past several months. The medical teams at Methodist, Nebraska Medicine and Brookestone Meadows displayed extraordinary compassion and care for Jackie. It will not be forgotten and it will keep an eternal smile on Jackie’s face.

Visitation: Tuesday 5:30 – 7:30 PM at Roeder Mortuary – 108th St. Chapel; Funeral Service: 11:00 A.M. Wednesday (4/11/2018) at St. Paul United Methodist Church 5410 Corby Street Omaha, Nebraska, Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery Omaha, Nebraska

7/28/1987 – 4/6/2018

Omaha – Survived by sons Titus and Gavin; parents Sam and Roxann Risney; brother Ryan and wife Rachel Risney; sisters Chelsey and husband Nick Richardson and Brooke Risney; significant other Craig Olney; grandparents Berle and Juanita Hauser, Ted and Nola Risney, Wanda King. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday (4/11/2018) with visitation from 10-11 am at Roeder Mortuary, 11710 Standing Stone, Gretna, NE. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Gretna.

4/6/1971 – 3/27/2018

Jody was born April 6, 1971 to George Bryant ,Jr and Lillie Bryant.  He was preceded in death by his father George Bryant, Jr  and survived by his mother Lillie Bryant, his son Jody Bryant, II (Patrice Garrett), brother George (Renee), sisters Kim and Pam, nieces; Keisha Lewis, Erika Chandler, and Cheyenne Bryant,  nephews; Chaz Lewis (Chastity) and George Bryant, IV, great niece Eri’ Elle Chandler, aunt Mollie Bryant, and a host of other loved ones and friends.

Jody displayed his leadership skills early in life at the University of Nebraska Omaha he and some of his closest friends created and incorporated their own fraternity, Phi Psi Nu.  Jody served his country in the United States Army.

After his service he dedicated his life to being a good father and mentor to young boys.  He coached many of them in basketball where he won championships, created bonds, and taught lessons they will carry with them in all their life’s endeavors.  Jody loved to go fishing with his Dad, play golf and Tonk with friends, and cooking was according to him “his therapy.”  Most of all he spent his time teaching his son the game of basketball.

Jody lived his life to the fullest and loved his family.  He never missed a family reunion, picnic, or family gathering at his Dad’s house.

Visitation: Sunday 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska.

Funeral Service: Monday 11:00 a.m. also at the mortuary.

Interment: Monday 2:00 p.m. at Omaha National Cemetery.

8/13/1953 – 3/28/2018

Romulus Thomas was born August 13, 1953 in Autauga County, Alabama to the late John Henry Thomas, Sr. and the late Julia Nell Thomas.

Romulus began his formal education in the North Highland School system, and as the result of integration, he finished his education at Autauga County High School in Prattville, Alabama. While in high school, Romulus was given his nickname “Big Al” after a well-dressed local disc jockey whose fashion style influenced Romulus’s wardrobe choices. The name stuck with him throughout the rest of his life.

After high school, he attended Alabama A&M for two years, majoring in Urban Development. Romulus relocated to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and later to Omaha, Nebraska where he received a degree in Culinary Arts from Metropolitan Community College.

Romulus loved meeting people and worked various jobs in the service and entertainment industries. He was very creative and was known for designing and creating elaborate ice sculptures. Romulus retired from the Ameristar Casino as a Supervisory Chef.

Romulus accepted Christ as his personal savior at a young age. In his later years, he would attend King Solomon Baptist Church.

Romulus was a loving and caring father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend to many. We have been blessed to have had Romulus “Big Al” in our lives and to have been touched by his love.

Romulus leaves to carry on his legacy; sons, Cornelius Rooker, Atlanta, GA and Skyler Boulton, Omaha, NE, daughter-in-law; Melissa Fiskum, grandchildren; Kadin Christopher Rooker and Kayla Sierra Fiskum, sisters; Doris Thomas, Prattville, AL, Mary Ahart (Kyle), Wills Point, TX and Hattie Clay, Philadelphia, PA, brothers; John Thomas (Charmain), Philadelphia, PA, Albert Thomas (Shnique, “Nikki”), Prattville, AL and Eugene Thomas, Atlanta, GA, 2 nieces; 4 nephews, 4 great-nieces, 3 great-nephews, special friend Mary Rooker, former wife Edna Thomas, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Romulus will reunite in Glory with his father John Henry Thomas, mother Julia Nell Thomas, sister, Katie Lou Thomas, brother, Jimmy L. Thomas and special friend Shelly Boulton.

Lovingly submitted,

The Family Romulus’s

Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 7, 2018 at Roeder Mortuary – 50th Ames Chapel with Visitation 1 hour prior. Private family interment will be at a later date.

11/2/1946 – 3/28/2018

Omaha – 71, passed March 28, 2018 at UNMC Hospital of an illness. She was a loving mother and leaves to cherish her memory Children: John H. Newsome, IV, Rachael L. Newsome; Grandchildren: Maya Newsome, Kavonte Ivery, Kejon Ivery, Kaiden Ivery.

Homegoing Service 2:00 PM Saturday (4/7/18) at Zion Baptist Church 2215 Grant Street Omaha, Nebraska.  

Omaha – Preceded by father Dale. Survived by mother Marilyn; brother Brian (Deena); nephews Dylan and Devin; niece Leah; cousins, aunts and uncles. Brett also leaves behind his Turner work family of 23 years.  Celebration of Life 10a.m. Saturday (4/7/2018) at Roeder Mortuary, 11710 Standing Stone   Gretna, NE. Memorials to the family

April 7, 1934 – April 1, 2018

Gene lived in the rural Gretna area. He was a successful farmer and worked at the AT&T/Western Electric–Omaha Works, from which he retired after 33 years of service. He is preceded in death by parents, John Joseph (“Joe”) and Ida Kritenbrink; brother Richard Kritenbrink; and wife Mary Ann (Scholting) Kritenbrink. He is survived by brother, Donald (Joyce) Kritenbrink (Ashland); sons Lawrence (Cynthia) Kritenbrink (Omaha), Joseph (Brenda) Kritenbrink (Gilbertsville, KY), and Ronald (Darlene) Kritenbrink (Gretna); daughter Ann (Curt) Yager (Gretna); grandchildren Kari (Albert) Banigo (San Diego, CA), Janell (Kevin) register (Troy, OH), Jared (Erin) Kritenbrink (Indianapolis, IN), John (Lindsey) Kritenbrink (Omaha), James Kritenbrink (Long Beach., CA), Kristin (Paul) Yaneff (Sioux City, IA), Kevin Yager (Gretna), Kendall Kritenbrink (Sioux City, IA), Peter Kritenbrink (Chicago, IL), and Mary Yager (Gretna); step-grandsons Curt Yager (Lincoln), Brian (Lisa) Yager (Omaha), and Jason (Kyla) Yager (Lincoln); step-granddaughter Mandy (Shaun) Pokorny (Council Bluffs); 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; cousins; nieces and nephews; other relatives; and many friends, including his special friend Marge Wagner (Gretna). The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday, April 5th from 5pm to 7pm at St. Patrick’s Church, 508 W. Angus Road, Gretna, followed by a VIGIL SERVICE at 7pm. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: Friday, April 6th at 10am at St. Patrick’s Church. Interment: Holy Sepulcher Gretna Cemetery. The family suggests that memorials be made to the Holy Sepulcher Cemetery Association (c/o St. Patrick’s Church, Gretna) or St. Patrick’s Church, Gretna.

2/4/1942 – 3/30/2018

Patricia Velma Givens Barron known to all as “Big Mama” born on February 4, 1942 in Omaha, Nebraska. Proceeded in death by her parents Charles Elmer “Bassie” Givens and Lena Yarber Givens, brother Elmer Givens Jr., and Veotis Givens.

Patricia attended Kellom elementary and graduated from Central high school in 1960. After graduating high school, Patricia joined the United States Navy where she spent four years performing bookkeeping duties until the time of her discharge as a 3rd class petty officer. Patricia also attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha where she studied sociology.

Patricia was the founder of Big Mama’s Kitchen & Catering a national known restaurant featuring soul food located in the heart of North Omaha.

Patricia is survived by sister Lillie McCoy (DeRoyce Dorsey, Grayson OK), brother Raymond Givens (Virgilia, Omaha, NE). Daughters Donna Harrison, Deborah Craddock, Delena Givens-Brown (Steve Brown) and Gladys Harrison.

Patricia leaves to mourn 17 grandchildren, 31 great- grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, adopted daughter’s, other relatives and close friends.

Services:

Wake

Fort Street Church of Christ

5922 Fort St, Omaha, NE 68104

Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Visitation 5:00pm – 6:00pm

Wake 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Funeral

Fort Street Church of Christ

5922 Fort Street, Omaha, NE 68104

Thursday, April 5, 2018

11:00am

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial contributions to the Metropolitan Community College Foundation, P.O. Box 3777, Omaha, NE 68103-0777 to benefit the Patricia “Big Mama” Barron Culinary Scholarship. Please indicate the scholarship name in the check memo line. Memorial contributions can also be given online at:https://webapps.mccneb.edu/waystogive/Give/ indicate the scholarship name in the donation is in honor of section.

12/14/1955 – 4/1/2018

Martin Bruce Mann was born December 14, 1955 to William and Suzanne Mann. He was survived by wife Cathy, daughter Micheala, daughter Brieanne, and four grandchildren: Kori (9), Alexander (6), Kaleb (5), Brandon (4).

Gathering of Family & Friends 6:00 – 8:00 PM  Thursday (4/5/2018) at Roeder Mortuary – 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska

He will be laid to rest in a private family ceremony at Pohocco Lutheran Cemetery.