Brian

5/29/1973 – 3/2/2018

We remember Michelle for how she embraced life. She was never one to be a silent observer, but lived with determination and passion. Her home and her heart were always open to family and friends, and she poured her energy into the things she cared about, as a Christian, as a Husker fan, as an avid volunteer and a champion of all underdogs. But nowhere in her life was Michelle’s heart more devoted than in her fierce love of her family. They were her world, her joy and her treasure. She organized, planned, directed and guided. She encouraged, listened and loved with every ounce of herself, and never held back her cheers, hugs or laughter. Michelle’s energy and laughter will continue on in our memories, just as she would want them to. As we say goodbye, her children believe her advice to us would be, “Remember the good times, and never, ever give up.”

Visitation 5:00 – 7:00 PM Wednesday at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska; Memorial Service 10:00 AM Thursday (3/8/2018) at Stonebridge Christian Church 15801 Butler Avenue Omaha, Nebraska.

In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to JDRF

1/3/1928 – 3/3/2018

Elkhorn – Monnie entered the arms of her Heavenly Father while surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by Parents: Eunice & Benjamin; Brothers: Bob & Don; Loving Husbands: John, Sr. & Earl, Sr.; Infant Son: Danny; Son: Earl, Jr.; Daughter: Diane; Granddaughter: Amy; She is survived by Children: Sherry (Eddie), Shelley (Jack), Dan (Joan), John, Jr. (Barbara), Mike (Denise), Cyndi (Jim), Terri (Mike); 26 Grandchildren; 22 Great-grandchildren.

Visitation 5:00 – 7:00 PM Tuesday; Funeral Service 10:00 AM Wednesday (March 7, 2018) all at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska; Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery Omaha, Nebraska.

In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to the Brayden Belden Recover Fund on Go Fund Me

https://www.gofundme.com/brayden-belden

On February 20, 2018 this athletic, vibrant 11-year-old from Laguna Beach, CA suffered a catastrophic head injury while snowboarding with his family at Mt. Bachelor in Oregon.

Brayden was air lifted from the mountain to Bend, with his parents driving in blizzard conditions to meet him at the hospital. When they arrived, they received the news no parent ever wants to hear: the injury was much more serious than initially believed, and their son might only have hours to live.

For the next hour, Brayden’s life hung in the balance as doctors worked to stabilize him so that he might survive a second life flight to Randall Children’s Hospital in Portland, where the right experts and equipment could give him a fighting chance. Brayden defied the odds and was flown to Randall, where he remains in a medically induced coma in the ICU.

Brayden Belden should survive, but it will be a long road back if he makes it.

One of the many obstacles his family faces is the sheer cost of Brayden’s care. As close friends of the Belden family we want them to be concerned about one thing: getting Brayden well. We’ve created this Go Fund Me page in hopes that they can focus on his care, and not the crushing medical costs they are facing.

The Belden Family thanks you so much for your support and love. Prayer and positive energy are so powerful and much appreciated! Brayden can take all the love you can share. Knowing he has so much love has helped the family, too. They feel very blessed to be in a community that cares so much.

Thank you.
The Belden Family & Friends

3/13/1954 – 2/27/2018

Omaha – Age 63 – Passed away peacefully while surrounded by loved ones. Steve was preceded in death by his parents Mac & Bernice Moore and sister Carol Torry. He is survived by Chanda Moore; Sons: Ryan (Jill), Nick (Karla), Corey (Stephanie); 7 Grandchildren: Addyson, Ashton, Henry, Aubri, Ethan, Jameson, Charlotte Moore; Siblings: Donna, Denice, Barb, and Bill; Minnesota & Keno Friends 😉

Visitation 3:00 – 5:00 PM Sunday (3/4/18); Memorial Service 10:00 AM Monday (3/5/18) all at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska.

1/29/1935 – 3/2/2018

Omaha – Preceded in death by Father: Vernon; Mother: Madeline; Brothers: Jimmy & Donald; Son: Mike; Survived by Husband of 63 years: Tom; Daughter: Becky (Jim); Daughter-in-Law: Cheryl (Jim); Grandchildren: Jayeden, Merissa Brad, Dustin (Kayla), Matthew (Amy), Janna (Preston); 6 Great-grandchildren.

Gathering of Family & Friends 5:00 – 7:00 PM Monday (March 5, 2018) at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska.

7/30/1947 – 2/21/2018

Wake – Thursday, March 1, 2018 at 4:00 pm and Musical Celebration at 6:00 pm

Visitation – Friday, March 2, 2018 at 9:00 am; Home-Going Celebration – 10:00 am

Life’s Journey

MARION LEBARON HOWARD, affectionately known as “RICO” was born to Eddie and Essie Mae Howard in Mobile, Alabama on Wednesday, July 30, 1947. Rico peacefully and suddenly transitioned from life to life on Wednesday, February 21, 2018.

Rico received Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age and was baptized in Mobile, Alabama at the St. Peter Baptist Church. He also later became a member of the Revelation Missionary Baptist Church and the First Baptist Church in Mobile, AL.

After moving to Omaha, Nebraska, Rico became a member of the Mount Calvary Community Church under the Senior Pastorate of the Late Bishop William H. Foeman and remained a faithful member up to the day that he went home to be with the Lord under the current Senior Pastorate of Reverend James P. Walker. Rico loved the Lord and he was a loyal student in the Sunday School Class. In addition, Rico was a dedicated member of the Mass Choir, the Male Chorus, Men’s Department, and he was once committed to the Pastor’s Aide Ministry, Chief Cook of the kitchen and he is also one of the founding members of The Mount Calvary Marching Knights Drill Team. One thing about Rico and that is that he loved serving others in the community.

Rico attended W. H. Council Elementary School, Emerson Junior High School and he graduated from Lillie B. Williamson High School in 1965. Shortly after his graduation in the same year, Rico joined The United States Army. After he received an honorable discharge from the Military, Rico attended Mobile State Junior College and then furthered his education at Alabama State University.

Rico was a hard working man who took care of and provided for his family. He was a cook for the Henry Dorley Zoo where he catered for many banquets and other events. In addition, Rico worked for the Douglas County Hospital as the Lead Cook.

One thing about Rico, he was a big sports fan and he loved to travel. His most recent trip which was the first week of February, he went to his home in Mobile, Alabama to be with his brothers and sister for a 50th Wedding Anniversary for one of his brothers. Rico loved to sing and dance. What a wonderful time Rico had as he danced on the dance floor with his nieces and nephews. Rico was a fun loving person who didn’t meet any strangers. He had a big heart and would give his last to those he came in contact with, especially those that were in need. One of the greatest things that Rico loved to do and that was he would feed anyone with his famous smoked meats, fried seafood and gumbo. In addition, Rico loved to bake his popular cakes.

Rico, departed this life suddenly on Wednesday, February 21, 2018. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Eddie and Essie Mae Howard; brother, Reginald Howard; sister, Patricia Taite.

Rico leaves to cherish his memories, his loving and caring wife of 38 years, Quinttean; four sons, Merritt, Marion (Jaycee) from Omaha, Nebraska, Brandon from Mobile, Alabama, Montrez (Ariel) and one daughter, Mya from Omaha, Nebraska; brothers, Everett (Dorothy) Howard from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Dr. Leon Howard from Holly Springs, Mississippi, Eddie (Claudette) Howard, Elijah (Sheila) Howard, Bernard (Alberta) Howard from Mobile, Alabama, one sister, Bessie Aletha Howard from Omaha, Nebraska; Rico spoiled everyone of his 16 grandchildren who loved him to life; special God-Children, Nadia Toussaint, Breonna Ford, Richard Ryan; brother in law, Vincent Brinkley from Houston, Texas; sister in laws, Sonji King from Mobile, Alabama, Rose (Tim) Fant from Houston, Texas, and Stacy (Ron) Brinkley from Omaha, Nebraska.

Rico also leaves to cherish his memories, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, God-Children, The Mount Calvary Community Church Family and friends.

Pall Bearers
Michael McPhaull
Kevin Estell
Chris Daniels
Terrance Johnson
Mark Kenner
Breck C. Beck

Honorary Pall Bearers
Melvin McPhaull
Gregory Collins
Brandon Brinkley
DeAndre Brinkley
Marquise Howard
James Daniels
Robert Anderson
Reginald Anderson
Theodore Boggs
Adrian Howard
Charlie Williams
Terrance Howard

10/25/1940 – 2/26/2018

Blair – Born in Grand Island, NE to Mel & Eunice Argo. She graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1958. She graduated from St. Francis Hospital as a Radiology Technician and worked as such for many years. She volunteered as a Big Sister and at EPS.

She is survived by Brother: Jim; Many nieces & nephews; Companion, Partner, and loving Spousal Equivalent: a distraught Loren Garst; and many friends. Preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers: Steve & Don.

Funeral Mass 11:00 PM Thursday (3/1/2018) at St. Leo’s Catholic Church 1920 N. 102nd Street Omaha, Nebraska; Burial at a later date at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to your favorite charity in Jeannette’s name.

10/9/1955 – 2/25/2018

Omaha – Age 62 – Don passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 25, 2018 after a long illness. He is preceded in death by his parents. Survived by Son: Jeff; Daughters: Mandy & Erin; 3 Granddaughters; Brothers: Greg, Steve, Dave (Pam); Also companion: Kim; Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, & friends.

Visitation 5:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday (3/1/2018) at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska  

In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

1/2/1957 – 2/16/2018

Cris is proceeded in death by her Father, Arvy Pluntz. She is survived by her Husband, Kevin J. Loewens, Daughter & Son-In-Law, Becky & Dave Hepperlen, Son & Daughter-In-Law, Bob & Katie Loewens, Granddaughters, Ava Loewens & Elle Hepperlen, Mother, Sylvia Pluntz, Sister & Brother-In-Law, Julie & Bill Irland, many nieces, nephews, and beloved family.

Cris was born in St. Paul, Minnesota but lived most of her life in Omaha, Nebraska. She married Kevin Loewens on June 21, 1980. She was a devoted and supportive mother to Becky, Bob and their spouses. Cris enjoyed reading and crocheting. However, she enjoyed spending time with her family over all else. Her granddaughters, Ava and Elle, were the light of her life.

Cris did not allow herself to be consumed by her illness. She remained a very determined, strong and positive person until her very last days. She was an inspiration to everyone around her. She will be greatly missed.

Visitation Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 PM; Memorial Service 2:00 PM Friday (2/23/2018) all at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th St Omaha, Nebraska;

In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to Multiple Myeloma Research Fund

3/31/1924 – 2/19/2018

Age 93 – of Omaha – Preceded in death by Wife: Helen Robinson; Ernie is survived by his Daughter: Connie (George) Giboo; Son: Rich (Lisa); Grandsons: Scott, Brian, David, Steven; 2 Great-grandchildren: Vivi and Reid

Visitation Thursday 5:00 – 7:00 PM; Funeral Service 10:00 AM  Friday (2/23/2018) all at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska; Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery Omaha, Nebraska

4/14/1924 – 2/18/2018

of Gretna – Age 93. Passed away on February 18, 2018. Charles was born in Frannie, Wyoming on April 14, 1924 to Charles C. Nefsky and Lenora W. (Tangemann) Nefsky. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Mary L. Nefsky. He is survived by his son Rodney Nefsky (wife Julie), daughters Lenora Nefsky and Canda DeBoer (husband Ken), six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Charles was World War II veteran having serviced with the 9th Army Air Force, 366th Fighter Group. Charles was a member of American Legion Post 216, VFW Post 10725, 40 & 8 and Masonic Lodge. He was active in his community over the years with service on the Gretna Volunteer Fire Department & Gretna City Council and recognition as Gretna Citizen of the year.

Visitation Wednesday 4:00 – 7:00 PM; Service 10:00 AM Thursday (2/22/2018) all at Roeder Mortuary 11710 Standing Stone Gretna, Nebraska, Interment Mt. Auburn Cemetery Omaha, Nebraska.

Memorials can be made to American Legion & VFW of Gretna and Gretna Volunteer Fire Department.