Uncategorized

8/22/1922 to 1/10/2018

Frances was born in Omaha, Nebraska to Frances and Michael Kalcik on August 22, 1922.  Frances grew up with one brother, Ernest, and two sisters, Lillian and Helen. Frances attended Comenius Grade School, Tec High School and College of St. Mary. Frances received a scholarship to College of St. Mary where she studied bookkeeping. Frances loved to ice skate at the Aksarben rink where she met her husband, Glenn.  Glenn was a great ice skater and took Frances under his wing. Frances and Glenn married in 1955 and had two children, Paul and Glenn David. Frances worked at Union Pacific as a typist.  France stayed in great health by walking to and from work every day. Some of Frances’ hobbies include sewing, ice skating, working in her garden and chasing her boys around.

Frances is proceeded in death by husband , Glenn V. Peterson.  Survived by sons, Paul M. (Kathy) Peterson and Glenn D. Peterson. Sister, Helen Johnson. Grandchildren, Alicia, Lauren, Matthew, Nicole and Erin.  Niece, Joyce Johnson.

There will be a private family burial at Westlawn-Hillcrest Cemetery.

9/4/1926 – 1/8/2018

Omaha – Survived by Loving wife of 60 years Marian, children Laurie Krause, Scott Dixon (Roslyn), grandchildren Jonathan, Jeffrey & Katie Krause, Mindy & Skyler Dixon, nieces, nephews, family & friends.

Visitation Friday (1/12/18) 5-7 PM Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. Interment at a later date. In Lieu of flowers Memorials to St Jude Hospital or Donor’s Choice.

8/31/1926 – 1/4/2018

Queen Ester Moore was born on August 31, 1926 to the late Mary Ella and Jimmy Jones in Macon, Mississippi. In May 1945 she married her late husband James Moore Sr. in Macon, Mississippi. Together they had 10 children. In June 1965 they moved to Omaha, Nebraska where she began to work at Booth Memorial Hospital. Later she worked at Immanuel Hospital where she retired from in 1988 as a housekeeper. Queen accepted Christ at a young age and attended New Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Macon, MS., Corinth Baptist Church and Morning Star Baptist Church in Omaha.
Queen was known as Bill to her family. That nickname was given to her early in life by her Uncle. She was always a loving and caring person. When you went to her house you knew you were going to be welcomed and eat good. She never turned anyone down who needed a place to stay. She had a very loving heart and kind spirit.

She leaves to celebrate her life children: James Jr. (Danielle), Mary Hopkins-Kinnard (Edward), Ottis (Brenda), Frank (Lorena), Henry (Doris), Johnny, Juanita, Robert Moore, Willie Moore, and Mary Shields. Sisters; Ruthie Groves, Laura Judkins, Nancy Jones, Annie Allen, and Lucille Florida; daughter in-law Palestine Moore. Her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Preceded in death by husband James Sr. son Jerry Wayne Moore, sisters Essie Joiner, Leslie Landrum, Carlean Riley, Rose Buchanan, and Ruth Lee Jones,; brother, Robert Smith; grandsons Otis Lavelle Moore and Timothy Halamek.

Visitation Thursday 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary – Ames Chapel 4932 Ames Avenue maha, Nebraska; Service 11:00 AM Friday (1/12/2018) at Morning Star Baptist Church 2019 Burdette Street Omaha, Nebraska, Interment Mount Hope Cemetery Omaha, Nebraska.

4/1/1960 – 1/6/2018

Steven Edward Morlan was born in Omaha, NE on April 1, 1960 to Floyd and Marie Morlan, followed by siblings David, Krisann, Andrew, and Paul.  He graduated from Roncalli Catholic High School in 1978.  He attended UNO, studying Drafting and Design.  He married Cathy Cameli on May 27, 1983 and they had two children, Josh and Rachel.  Steve worked many years in the HVAC industry and was most recently employed with Mid-States Utility Trailer. He was a proud Grampy to Ava, loved cars, and was a big fan of the Huskers and the Chicago Bears.

Omaha – Preceded in death by Parents Floyd and Marie Morlan; Brother Paul Morlan; Survived by Wife of 34 years: Cathy; Son: Josh; Daughter: Rachel & her partner Evan MacDonald; Granddaughter: Ava MacDonald; Brothers: David & Andrew; Sister: Krisann & husband Chris Coniglio.

Visitation 5:30 – 7:00 PM with Rosary 7:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary 108th Street Chapel 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska; Funeral Mass 10:30 AM Friday (1/12/2018) at St. Philip Neri Church 8200 N. 30th Street Omaha, Nebraska.

6/17/1936 – 1/5/2018

Of Gretna, survived by wife Phyllis, daughters Cheri (Dan) Synowicki, Sandra  (William) Curtis, Susan (David) Zajac, Michelle (Doug) Rowin,  son Mike, 17 grandchildren and spouses, 16 great grandchildren,sister Noreen (Pete) Darveaux, brothers Harold and Chuck,  beloved dog KC, 4 aunts, 1 uncle, numerous family and friends.

Visitation Tuesday 5-7 PM Roeder Mortuary 11710 Standing Stone Gretna, NE., Funeral Service Wednesday (1/10/18) 10:30 AM Gretna Methodist Church 11457 S 204th Street Gretna, NE., Interment LaBorde Cemetery Gretna, NE.

9/23/1940 – 12/31/2017

Lawrence Dean Feldhacker 77 of Elkhorn, NE passed away December 31, 2017 at his home in Palm Springs, California.

Larry was born September 23, 1940 to John and Hazel (Gilgen) Feldhacker in Onawa, Iowa.  He grew up in Spencer, Iowa where he attended grade school and Spencer high school.  After graduation he enlisted in the US Navy and served from1958 to 1961 and then he attended Esterville College.  Larry married Mary (Terry) Sullivan on January 26, 1963 in Redwood City, California.  They moved to Omaha in 1964 and raised three sons (Bill, Rick and Mike) and one grandson (Travis).  Larry founded his own business TSA Manufacturing which he operated until he retired.  Larry loved hunting, fishing, traveling and especially spending time with family and friends.

Larry is survived by his wife Terry of 55 years, sons Bill, Rick and Mike, grandchildren Richard and Travis along with one great-granddaughter Isabella; Brothers Jim (Alene), Ronnie, Dennie (Virginia), Greg; Sisters Jean (Don) Garrison, Joyce Keller, Patty (Ron) Scott; nieces and nephews along with many, many friends.

Visitation Monday 5-7 PM with Vigil Service 6:30 PM at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Funeral Mass Tuesday (1/9/18) 10:30 AM St. Patrick Catholic Church 508 Angus Street Gretna, NE. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery Gretna, NE.  Memorials to St. Patrick  Catholic Church or Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.

9/8/1929 – 1/3/2018

Of Omaha, survived by Daughter: Joris (Mark) Gutowski; Son:  Donald (Michele) Hotz, Jr.; Grandsons: Mark (Yen) Gutowski, Jr., Andrew (Jacqueline) Hotz; Great-grandchildren: Zach Gutowski,  Braisley Hotz; nieces, nephews, family & friends. Preceded in death by husband Donald, parents, siblings, family and loved ones.

No Visitation; Memorial Service Saturday (1/6/18) 10:00 AM Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. In Lieu of Flowers Memorials to Nebraska Humane Society.

William H Lyles, Bill,82 of Omaha Ne, passed away December 24, 2017 after a battle with cancer

Born July 7, 1935 to Elgin and Maudie Lyles with older sister Annabelle Sillik and older brother Elton Lyles(deceased). Bill grew up in North Omaha in the Ponca Hills area. He graduated from Omaha Technical High school in 1952.  He served in  the Naval reserves from 1952 to1960. He started his career with Northwestern Bell Telephone Company in 1954, and would retire from the same in 1986.

In 1953 Bill married Donna Swanson also from Ponca Hills.  They had Cheryl, David, and Karen. Donna passed away in 1980.  Bill married Laura Andersen, of Blair Nebraska, in 1982.  After retirement in 1986, Bill and Laura traveled extensively enjoying winters in Texas, California, Florida and Arizona.  They were active members in Trinity Lutheran Church, where they willing supported the church in many aspects and were active in many roles.

Bill is survived by his wife Laura Lyles, his children Cheryl Lyles (Steve Lakomy) , David Lyles(Shari), and Karen Hurley(Doug Lindemuth).  Three granddaughters, Ashley Lyles(Phil Lindsay), Kelly(Andrew) Portis, and Karrie Lyles.  Two great-grand daughters Olivia and Sarah Lindsay.  He is also survived by Laura’s family, and other friends and family from his church, his neighborhood, his travels and his life.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday January 3rd at 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church 6340 N 30th Street Omaha, NE. Interment of ashes will take place at a later date.  Honorary pallbearers are lifelong friends Jerry Hodges, Ted Kostkan, Lou Benton, and Bill Bowen

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church or the American Cancer Society

2/18/1954 – 1/9/2018

Of Omaha, survived by wife Kim, children Jennifer Zymola (John), Katherine Burton  (Tony Schmit), David (Sarah), grandchildren Abigail, Jacob, Alexander,  Hannah, Samuel, Maxwell, siblings Larry (Connie), Carolyn Wells,  Byron, family and friends. Preceded in death by grandson Benjamin Zymola, siblings Lynette Reed, Charles.

Visitation Friday 5-7 PM Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. Memorial Service Saturday (1/13/18) 1:00 PM Roeder Mortuary 2727 N 108th Street Omaha, NE. Interment Mt. Calvary Cemetery Elkhorn, NE.

Family prefers Memorials to ALS.

6/11/1992 – 12/22/2017

Omaha – She was a fun loving free spirit who was her own rainbow. Preceded in death by father Roy “Mike” Standley; Survived by Mother: Toni (Stutson) Happel; Siblings: Jacob Happel, Sheri Stanley and Christi Stanley; Grandparents: Judy (Doug) Teachman; Aunts & Uncles: Todd Stutson, Trisha (Matt) Czapiewski, Tim (Jenny) Teachman, Kasey Teachman, Jenna Teachman, Gary (Sherry) Standley; Several nieces, nephews, and cousins, along with many loving family and friends.

Gathering of Family & Friends Tuesday (1/2/2018) 3:00 – 7:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska