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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.

12/24/1934 – 2/27/2018

Gretna – Survived by wife Dorothy, daughter Renee (Aaron) Curl, son Douglas (Dawnn) Hageman, grandchildren Gage, Chandlyr, brothers Ben (Patsy), Danny Roberts, Dave, family and friends.

Visitation Saturday 2 – 3:30 PM Roeder Mortuary 11710 Standing Stone – Gretna, NE. Funeral Service Saturday (3/3/18) 3:30 PM at Roeder Mortuary. In Lieu of Flowers Please send donations to Alzheimer’s Association @ Alz.org,Following service a light luncheon at Gretna American Legion Post 216 at 11690 S 216^th St. Gretna from 4-6 PM.

Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – Gretna Chapel

11710 Standing Stone – Gretna, NE – 402-332-0090

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

11/1/1945 – 2/22/2018

Arthur Allen known to family and friends as “Fat” passed away on Thursday February 22, 2018 at the age of 72.  A native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas he was born to Albert and Virginia Allen who preceded him in death.

As a youth, Fat was well known for his athleticism in basketball and was a remarkable player at Omaha Central High School and later at UNO.  He dedicated 31 years of his life for the Omaha Police Department before retiring in 2003.
He spent most of his time going to the stores every day, especially Walmart.  There he would see his niece LaMetra and give her a very hard time and get the Tuesday new release movie.  He had quite the collection, all alphabetized.
Fat was a very private person.  He kept to himself and didn’t want to be bothered much.  If he didn’t want company he wouldn’t answer the door.  There would be times when someone would be knocking on the door and he would be sitting in the living room or peeking out the window laughing because he didn’t let them in.  The next time he saw that person he would tell them or tell someone else what he did.  He also loved to play dominos and spades.  He was a very self sufficient and independent person who always kept himself busy.

Arthur is preceded in death by his brother and best friend David Allen, brother; James Allen, parents; Albert and Virginia Allen.  He leaves to cherish his memories brothers; Albert Allen Jr. (Betty), Andrew Allen (Lois), Mel Allen, Donald Allen, sisters; Helen Durant (Cleo), Betty Trimble (Keith), Beverly Hill and Sandra Holmon, favorite niece; Lametra Allen-Lemus (Richardo) and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Arthur “Fat” Allen will be 4:00pm Friday, March 2, 2018 at Roeder Mortuary 50th Ames Chapel.  Private family interment will be at a later date.

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

1/1/1934 – 2/23/2018
Omaha – Preceded in death by husband Lou,
granddaughter Mandy, parents Earl &  Mayble Evans, sister Sharon Knudsen. Survived by sons Bob (Jane), Alan (Debra), granddaughters Sarah (Kenny) Jones, Rachel Porter, Laura Larsen (Don Strazdas), 10 great grandchildren,  siblings Gary (Chuckie) Evans, Roberta Hamre, family &  friends.

Visitation Wednesday 5-7 PM at Roeder Mortuary. Funeral Service Thursday 11:00 AM  at Arlington Community Church 355 N 4th Street  Arlington, NE, Interment Arlington Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to Nebraska Humane Society.

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