Kevin

8/22/1924 – 12/20/2016

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Pauline (Liss) Kresha. Paul had two brothers, Glenn and Allan (deceased) and one sister Phyllis.

Paul was born on a farm and lived with his family in Osceola, NE. He graduated from senior high school in Osceola. He served on active duty in the United States Army during World War II and was stationed in Japan. Following his military engagement, he returned to Nebraska and met Theresa Moritz. They married in 1950. Paul worked for many years at Sears, Roebuck and Company in Columbus, NE. He farmed for a short time in Osceola. Paul returned to Columbus where he was employed at Robert’s Dairy as an over-the-road semi-truck driver for 26 years. The dairy business took him from Columbus, NE to Lincoln, NE to Omaha, NE. Following his retirement in 1990, he and his wife Theresa moved to Gold Canyon, AZ where they enjoyed many years of happy retirement. They returned to Omaha every summer and lived with son David in Elkhorn, NE. In 2012, they returned to the Omaha area full-time and lived in an apartment most recently.

Paul is survived by his beloved wife of 66 years, Theresa. They had six children – David Kresha, Donald (Diane) Kresha, Ronald Kresha (deceased), Sharon (Mike) Johnson, Karen (Roger) Thompson and Suzann Kresha (deceased); four grandchildren, Michael Johnson, Molly (Kresha) Diamond, Cody Thompson and Madison Thompson, and one great- grandson Gabriel Diamond.

Visitation Tuesday 5-7 PM with Rosary 7 PM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. Funeral Mass Wednesday (12/28/16) St John Vianney Catholic Church 5801 Oak Hills Drive Omaha, NE. Burial Thursday 1:00 PM Omaha National Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family or charity of your choice.

7/19/1953 – 12/17/2016

Claude W. White was born on July 19, 1953 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. God called Claude home to rest on December 17, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Richard White and Leona (Malone) White; brothers Prentice Leavell and Rev. Richard White, Jr.; and his only child Yolanda Thompson. Survivors include his special friend, Nancy White; two grandchildren Trevon and Tynea Thompson; sisters Goldie Hopkins, Betsy Ward, and Annie Leavell; one aunt, many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Claude graduated from Hopkinsville High School in 1972. He spent 9 years in the Air Force and excelled as a Morse code operator. He loved playing basketball and football in high school and the Air Force and played on a Turkish professional basketball team. Later he became a sports official and scheduled officials for various sports in the Omaha area. He started the African American Sports Official Assn. (AAMSOA). He was the State Black Director for USSSA and was selected to work 2 mens major world championships. He worked for the city of Omaha in Parks and Recreation as a clerk at Millard Library from which he retired in September-2016.

Claude had a curious mind and many interests. He was the Curriculum Director for J’s Brain Trust which taught young adults financial literacy. His last endeavor was a streaming radio show, The Mark on 1690 AM. He loved people, kids and especially his family. His niece, Chadvina, said that Claude’s life and presence will be missed but he made sure that he will never be forgotten.

Visitation Tuesday 5-7 PM at Roeder Mortuary. Funeral Service Wednesday (12/28/16) 11:00 AM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. Interment Omaha National Cemetery. Memorials to Susan
G. Komen for the cure or to the family to be determined later.

1/15/1929 – 12/20/2016

Of Omaha, survived by children Debra Johnson, Stephanie Bryant,  Mark S. Bryant, Donna Cain, Antoinette Bryant,  Lisa Williams, 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren. Preceded in death by  husband Welcome, parents John K & Thelma Owen,  sister Barbara Flippings.
Visitation Thursday 10:00 AM till service time, Funeral Service Thursday (12/22/16) 11:00 AM at St. John AME Church 2402 N 22 nd Street Omaha, NE. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery.

5/3/1977 – 12/16/2016

Of Omaha, survived by parents James & Debora, brother Kevin, grandmother  Pat Kemp, many family and friends. David attended J P Lord  school until he graduated and he enjoyed Mosaic Day Care Center after graduation.
Visitation Wednesday 5-7 PM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. Graveside Service Thursday (12/22/2016) at Calvary Cemetery 7710 West Center Rd. Omaha, NE. Memorials to the family to be determined later.

7/9/1926 – 12/17/2016

Of Omaha, survived by children Byron (Mary), Wanda (Bruce) Phillips, 6 grandchildren,  several great grandchildren, many family and friends. Preceded in death by husband Allison, parents, 6 brothers.

Visitation Tuesday 5-7 PM at Roeder Mortuary. Funeral Service Wednesday (12/21/2016) 10:00 AM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE.  Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery.

12/10/1950 – 12/13/2016

Of Omaha, Preceded in death by father Bud Coleman. Survived by wife, Mary. Daughter, Amber (Jerel) Converse, stepchildren, Jenny Hiykel, Joey (Michelle) Hiykel. Grandsons, Gage, Laine and Keegan Converse. Mother, Betty Coleman. Siblings, Pat Coleman, Cindi (Tom) Ingram, April Lowe and many family and friends.
Visitation Saturday (12/17/2016) 12 – 2 PM at Roeder Mortuary with Memorial Service Saturday (12/17/2016) 2:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to VNA Hospice.

1/1/1924 – 12/14/2016

Of Bellevue, survived by granddaughter LeAnn Sherman, daughter in law Dianna Sherman,  nieces Sheri (Bob) Pedersen, Judy (Martin) Ferrell, extended family  and friends. Preceded in death by husband Donald, son Gary, parents Otto & Elizabeth  Grewatz, siblings Rose Secord, Phillip Grewatz.
Visitation Saturday 9-10:30 AM and Funeral Service Saturday (12/17/2016) 10:30 AM all at St. Paul Lutheran Church 5020 Grand Ave. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Memorials to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School

12/2/1939 – 11/30/2016

Of Omaha, survived by Loving wife Marlene of 33 years, sons John,  Jeff (Kelli), Joe, Jerry (Angie), grandsons Tyler,  Austin, Brandon, brother Gary, many family and friends.
Visitation Friday 5-7 PM at Roeder Mortuary, Funeral Service Saturday (12/3/2016) 10:00 AM Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, NE.  Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery at Omaha, NE. Memorials to American Cancer
Society

11/1/1961 – 11/20/2016

Steven Michael Cockerill born in Omaha, NE Nov. 1, 1961 and passed away Nov. 20, 2016. Steve attended Platteview High School and after graduation Steve stayed home to help with the family feed lot, trucking company and farming. Steve loved the farm and started selling used farm equipment which started Cockerill Equipment.

Steve lived his entire life in Springfield but has always wanted to move to western Nebraska or Wyoming. His love for Wyoming Cowboy football was great.

Steve married Barbara Eliker (Maxwell) June 23, 2006, he became a stepfather and grandfather on that day and stepped up to be the best.

Steve has strong ties with many people all over the state. He has many friends and family.
Visitation Sunday 3-5 PM with Vigil Service 5 PM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Springfield, NE. Funeral Service Monday (11/28/2016) 10:30 AM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Springfield, NE 100 9th Street Springfield, NE. Interment Fairview Cemetery at  Papillion, Nebraska.  Memorials to the family to be determined later.