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5/2/1948 – 8/17/2018

Omaha-Born May 2, 1948 to Donald S. and Marcella M. (Shueneman) Glasgow, Myra “Jo” Bates passed away peacefully August 17, 2018 surrounded by her children. Her battle with cancer is over.

Jo enjoyed traveling, learning, reading, volunteering, and playing the clarinet, and, most importantly her family and friends.

Throughout her life she traveled extensively across the United States, every time taking the roads less traveled the scenic routes, and soaking up the local cultures and traditions. Jo made her way to Europe several times visiting Spain, Norway, Italy, France, Greece, Scotland, and England. Through her work, she got to visit China four times. With each trip she made a point to learn and experience something new.

Jo devoted her working life to education. After earning a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Northern Illinois University and an MBA from the University of New Mexico she taught business courses at Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas and at Bellevue University in Bellevue, Nebraska. By holding positions at these universities, she had and took the opportunity to continue educating herself. From her colleagues she learned all aspects of the business world, and from her students she learned of foreign cultures and practices.

For the past several years, Jo has volunteered her time and skills with AARP tax preparation and at her local polling stations during elections. Serving her community with these organizations brought her much joy.

At an early age, Jo learned to play the clarinet. She played in the marching bands of Benson High School and Hastings College. Recently she discovered and immediately joined the Prairie Rose Ensemble which allowed her to again play clarinet. With Prairie Rose she was able to perform concerts all around the Omaha area while building friendships that meant the world to her.

The most important part of Jo’s life was her family and friends. Never meeting a stranger, she is survived by children Melissa (Jimmy) DeHollander, R. Alexander (Tina) Bates, and Edward L. (Genie) Bates; mother Marcella M. Glasgow; brothers Gordon Glasgow and David (Roberta) Glasgow; grandchildren A. Scott Biegler, Alexandria C. Bates, Nathaniel R. Bates, and Hailey C. Bates; nieces Kellye Glasgow, Traci Baker, and Jessica Glasgow; nephew Daniel Glasgow; Moonlight her cat; and a host of friends.

A celebration of life, or, in her words, a going away party, will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, August 25, 2018 at Roeder Mortuary, 2727 N 108th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68164, 402-496-9000.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Prairie Rose Ensemble care of Roeder Mortuary.

9/5/1920 – 8/8/2018

Omaha – Preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, James, and her four sisters, Connie, Gertrude, Esther, and Dorothy. Survived by sons Jim Clanton (Mary), Tom Clanton(Pamela). Grandchildren Karna Kudirka (Mike), Christopher Clanton (Ester), Samuel Clanton (Kunlathida ) and great grandchildren Brooke, Marta, Peter and John, and her long time friend and companion, Bill Jones.

Erna was well known in the Omaha area as a soloist, music instructor, and choir director. She had a solo singing career in many venues, including the Omaha. Symphony, Trinity Lutheran Church and First Congregational church. She directed numerous singing choirs, bell choirs, and chime choirs for children and adults, most recently at the Immanuel Village Retirement Community. Family and friends can always visit the statue of her at the Pacific Springs Immanuel Facility. The statue is called “One song two generations” and is a tribute to her life-long dedication to encourage people of all ages to participate in music.

A celebration of life service will be held 2:00 PM Saturday (8/25/2018), with a visitation 1 hour prior, at Trinity Lutheran Church 6340 N 30th Street Omaha, Nebraska where she was a life-long member and a member of the staff.

If you are interested in joining the Immanuel Village Choir in singing at the service, there will be a rehearsal at the front of the church at 12:45 PM. Many of her former students and choir members have shown interest in participating.

Memorials may be sent to Trinity Lutheran Church.

Timothy A. Peskey, 56, of Omaha, passed away at his home on August 21, 2018 with his wife, Mary, at his side after a long battle with cancer. 

Tim was born to Don and Jacqueline Peskey on July 10, 1962, in Yankton, South Dakota. Tim graduated from Elk Point High School in 1980 and moved to Dallas where he began his career as a carpenter. In Dallas, Tim fell in love with Mary Hirschman and they were married on February 25, 1989. They lived in Dallas for several years.  In the winter of 1997 they moved to Omaha, NE. Tim was a wonderful husband, son, brother, uncle and dear friend to many people and he will be missed by everyone. He was always generous with his time, talents, and treasures to anyone in need.

Survived by his wife, Mary Peskey; mother, Jacqueline Peskey, Scurry, TX; siblings: Tammy Moore, Marshalltown, IA; Steve (Paula) Peskey, Carrollton, TX; Bruce Peskey, Scurry, TX; Peggy Peskey of Stanford, VA; parents-in-law, Gene and JoAnn Hirschman, Dakota City, NE; sisters and brothers-in-law, Lisa (Paul) Tighe, Homer, NE; Gary (Cathy) Hirschman, Peidmont, OK, Matt Hirschman, Lincoln, NE, Mark Hirschman, Dakota City, NE, (Scott) Beier, Dakota City, NE, Tami (Brandon) Eaves, Omaha, NE; and many nieces, nephews aunts, uncles, cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Peskey, and his sister-in-law Jodi Beier.  

VISITATION: Thursday, 4:30-5:45pm, with Rosary at 5:45pm, at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street, Omaha, NE. MEMORIAL SERVICE: 10:30am Friday at St. James Catholic Church 9025 Larimore Ave. Omaha, NE  with Father Marcus Knecht officiating.

7/24/1978 – 8/18/2018

Joseph Eugene Phelps III also known as Joey or J-Low was born in Omaha, Nebraska on July 24, 1978, to Joseph J. Phelps and Brenda Jan Phelps, He departed the life on August 18, 2018.

Joseph Eugene Phelps III attended Benson West Elementary, Central Park Elementary, Nathan Hale Jr. High and Northwest High School.

Joseph (Joey) loved working with his hands. He has worked in industrial plants, roofing and in food service. H e never settled and always wanted more.

Joseph (Joey) loved his family, freedom and food. He also was a big time prankster, full of jokes and laughter. His favorite saying was “Keep It Moving” and he did just that.

Joseph (Joey) is proceeded in death by his fiancé Savannah Stubblefield.

Joseph (Joey) leaves to cherish his memory of parents Joseph J. Phelps and Brenda Jane Phelps; two sons Isaiah Phelps and Joseph E. Phelps IV a brother Shane (Bango) (Annie)Holbert; two sisters Nikita (Kita) Phelps, Seanna Clemmons; three grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Visitation Thursday, August 23, 2018 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary 50^th Ames Chapel. Funeral Services Friday, August 24, 2018, 11:00 AM at Bethesda 7^th Day Adventist Church, 3725 Ames Ave.   Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery

9/19/1921 – 8/19/2018
Omaha – Survived by husband Melvin, children Dan (Mary Ann), Debbi (Tim) Rosheim, grandchildren Ryan, Bryan, Traci, Erica, great grandchildren Jack, Chase, family and friends.

Visitation with Family Wednesday (8/22/18) 9-11 AM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha. Private Family burial. Family prefers Memorials to St. Mark Lutheran Church 1821 N 90th St. Omaha, NE. 68114.

Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel
2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE – 402-496-9000

7/21/1962 – 8/17/2018

David Keith Rawson Age 56 of Omaha, NE passed away on August 17, 2018.

David was born on July 21, 1962 in Omaha to Keith and Janet (Augustine) Rawson.

He is survived by his wife; Rose Ann, son; Brian Weber, step-daughter; Richelle Harris (Scott), step-sons; Robert and Richard Gallagher, 5-grandchildren, parents; Keith Rawson and Janet Taylor, brother; Daniel Rawson (Marla), sister; Heather Wolcott, aunt; Susan Fuller, nieces, nephews and family.

Celebration of Life visitation will be Tuesday, August 21, 2018 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary 108^th St. Chapel. Private family interment.

October 23, 1924 – August 15, 2018

Loving husband, father and grandfather.

Preceded by parents, Wiley Jones and Geneva Jones. Wife Gertrude Jones and dear friend, sister-in-law Erna Clanton.

Survived by his sons;  Robert (Diane), Steven (Laura), Scott (Darlene). Grandchildren; Holly Saunders (Jesse), Amanda Howell (James), Todd Jones (Leslie), Megan Byrne (Danny), Carlye Jones, Rachel McMinn (Russ). As well as seven wonderful great grandchildren.

A veteran of World War II, served as an officer in the Army Air Corp, 8th Air Force, 509th Bomb Group. His career spanned 45 years as an Insurance Executive.

Was loved and will be remembered by all his family and friends.

4/19/1931 – 8/13/2018

Omaha – Preceded in death by Husband of 64 years: Frank; Granddaughter: Christine; 3 Brothers; 3 Sisters; Survived by Children: Jeanne Headley, Tom (Rose) Hargrave, Steve Hargrave, Debra Lee; 13 Grandchildren; 17 Great-grandchildren; Brother: Darrell (Marilyn) Hollingshead; Many Nieces, Nephews, other loving family & friends.

Memorial Service 1:00 PM Sunday, August 19, 2018 at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska; Luncheon to follow at Presbyterian Church of the Master 10710 Corby Circle Omaha, Nebraska; Burial at Omaha National Cemetery at later date.

In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to Alzheimer’s Association

6/15/1927 – 8/15/2018
Omaha – Preceded in death by wife Felipa. Survived by children Ben (Bertita), Blessie (Gerry), Conrado Jr. (Donna), 9 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, many family and friends.
Visitation Saturday 3:00 – 4:00 PM. Memorial Service Saturday (8/18/18) 4:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE.

Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel
2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE – 402-496-9000

8/12/1934 – 7/27/2018
Omaha –

Paul L. Whitfield, Jr. was born on August 12, 1934 in Augusta, Kansas. He was the first child of Paul L. Whitfield, Sr. and Dorothy Adkins Whitfield. Two years later his sister, Jo, was born, and 6 years after that his sister, Treva. When he was 12 the family moved to a farm outside of Holden, Missouri. He was 15 when he first felt the call from God. He graduated from Holden High School in 1952. He attended Central Missouri State University in Warrensburg, MO for 2 years, studying agriculture. In 1954, unable to ignore the call, he transferred to Phillips University in Enid, Oklahoma to prepare for ministry. While he was there, he met a young woman in some of his classes name Equella Peterson, from Harrisonville, Missouri, and they became friends. A couple of years later they started working in the seminary library together and eventually began dating. They became engaged in March of 1957, and were married at First Christian Church in Harrisonville, Missouri on June 13, 1957, just a couple of weeks after they both received their bachelor degrees from Phillips. He was ordained into ministry at First Christian Church in Holden, Missouri on August 19, 1956. He attended Phillips University Seminary and graduated in 1960. In August of 1958, while he was still in seminary, his daughter, Mary, was born. In November of 1960 his son, John David, was born. Sadly, he was premature and only survived for 2 days. In September of 1962 his daughter, Paula, was born. He served 12 churches during his ministry: Anthony, KS; Laverne, OK; Plattsmouth, NE; Hebron, NE; El Dorado Springs, MO; Pleasant Hill, MO; Richmond, MO; Hobart, OK; Marceline, MO; Monroe City, MO; Ozark, MO; Scottsbluff, NE. In October of 1997 he and Equella were in a car accident which eventually led to the need for him to retire due to injuries from the accident. They moved to the Omaha, NE area to be near their daughters and their families, which by then included 4 grandchildren: Elizabeth (Lizz), DeLacey (Lace), Dane and Johnathan. They joined First Christian Church in Omaha and became active members in the Victory Sunday School class there. In November of 2016 a great-grandson, Theodore (son of Lizz), was born.

Growing up, Paul had always planned to be a farmer, and he loved being outdoors, and was remained a country boy at heart. The family would spend summer vacations on his parents’ farm in Missouri, where he would help his dad with hay baling and take his daughters fishing in the pond behind the house with his mom. He started playing the violin at an early age, and would still pull it out occasionally many years later to play for his grandkids. While they lived in Plattsmouth, he became a member of the volunteer rescue squad. He was also a certified Red Cross first aid instructor, and taught classes for several years. He loved music, and in addition to playing the violin, he sang. In his younger years he and his sister, Jo, would sing duets. While they lived in Scottsbluff he started singing with a barbershop quartet, and did a little of that after coming to Omaha as well. He was also a member of the church choir at First Christian Church in Omaha for a while. He enjoyed working with his hands. He refinished several pieces of furniture that are still in the family. With the help of a church member in Plattsmouth, he built a trailer that the family used for many years of camping. He was very active in church camps for youth in Nebraska and Missouri. He and Equella would often work together as co-directors or counselors. Much of their time in Omaha was spent with family. They attended as many of their grandchildren’s activities as they possibly could—sporting events, Christmas programs, grandparent days at school, honors programs, band concerts, gymnastics meets, dance recitals, and whatever else they might have been involved in. And there was always something to celebrate—birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, and “just because” lunches and dinners and visits. In 2007 he and Equella celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary with a vow renewal and reception at First Christian Church in Omaha.

In addition to his infant son, he was preceded in death by his parents and his sisters. In May of 2010 he lost the love of his life when Equella passed away. They had been married almost 53 years. He always told people that they were “one heart beating in two bodies.” He touched thousands of lives during his ministry, and he will be greatly missed, but he lives on in the hearts of those that knew and loved him.

Survived by daughters Mary (Larry) Moore, Paula (Bruce) Johnson, grandchildren Lizz (Adam), Lace, Dane, Johnathan,  great  grandson Theodore, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Visitation Friday (8/17/18) 5-7 PM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108t Street Omaha, NE. Memorial Service Saturday (8/18/18) 11:00 AM at First Christian Church 6630 Dodge Street Omaha, NE. Memorials to the family to be determined later.

Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel
2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE –