1/12/1939 – 1/12/2017

Of Omaha, survived by Husband Ronald Bailey; Brother Sam Smith; Children: Sylvia (William) Miller, Cynthia Davis, Kenneth (Kristi) Walker, Rhonda Bailey; Grandchildren: Nitascha Mitchell, Demarques (Rayna) Mitchell, Kaylin (Hitomi) Matthews, Nikia (Jamaal) Ali, Korita Walker, Carlos (Sharon) Fuentes, Kendra Walker, Kennedy Walker, Stallone Bates.

Funeral Service 11:00 Tuesday ( 1/17/2017 ) at Pilgrim Baptist Church 2501 Hamilton Street Omaha, NE,
Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery at Omaha, Nebraska

8/1/1957 – 1/6/2017

Melanie J. Frazier age 59, Omaha, passed away on January 6, 2017.  Melanie was born, August 1, 1957 in Omaha to James Robert (Bob) and Edith (Mushrush) Frazier.

Melanie attended Millard High School graduating in 1975. She pursued her passion and became an Electroencephalogram (EEG) professional and was currently working at Mary Lanning Health Care in Hastings, NE, at the time of her passing.  Melanie deeply loved her family, friends and kitties. She enjoyed the summers at the Frazier’s “cottage” on Jones Beach in Okoboji, being an avid boater and skier and loved Parrot Head music.

She is preceded in death by her parents Bob and Edith Frazier, and brother Dr. Mark Frazier.  She is survived by brothers Todd and Paul (Roxie), her Aunt Katherine Christensen, nieces, nephews and several loving friends.
Celebration of life 1-3 PM with sharing time 2:00 PM Sunday ( 1/15/2017 )  at Roeder Mortuary  2727 N. 108th Street   Omaha, NE.

8/14/1923 – 1/11/2017

Age 93, passed away on January 11, 2017 in Gretna, NE. She was born in Omaha, NE on August 14, 1923 to James and Gladys (Zelluf) Hough.  Betty was the first Nurse practitioner for the State of Nebraska.  She was the Assistant Director for the Visiting Nurses Association and Professor of Nursing at Creighton University for over 30 years. She is preceded in death by husband, Willis; brother, Jim Hough. Betty is survived by sons: Thomas Sturgeon (Denise), Michael Sturgeon (Cheryl); grandchildren, Macaela (Richie), Ryan, Brittney, Sarah, Olivia, Katie (Austin) and Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Taft, Taylor, Kaleb, Reagan, Piper and Presley.

The family will receive friends Friday, Jan. 13^th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Roeder Mortuary Gretna Chapel, with VIGIL SERVICE at 6:30pm.  MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Saturday, Jan. 14th at 10:00 am, St. Patrick Catholic Church, 508 Angus Street, Gretna, NE. Interment at the Glenwood  Cemetery in Glenwood, IA

Memorials directed to: St. Patrick Catholic Church.

10/27/1950 – 1/8/2017

Age 66 Ken passed away peacefully with his family at his side. Preceded in death by father Jack E. Hill.  Survived by beloved wife of 42 years, Nancee; son, Zachary (Amber); daughters, Lea Grey (Nate), Jacqueline Warren (Dave), & Alexandra; grandchildren, Lucas John, Brandt Thomas & sweet baby (due Feb.) Vivian Paige Warren, Gramercy Rose, Iris Siena, & Whittier Moss Hill; mother, Maxine Hill; brother, Mike (LeAnne); sisters, Nancy Walter & Vicki Heckerson (Jeff); nephew, John Walter; nieces, Jesica Hill, Marissa, Sophia, & Talia Heckerson; Granddogs, Rufus, Oliver, & Gus.Ken always believed, “The purpose of life is a life of purpose.”  Ken worked at ENHSA for 42 years having recently retired as Central Area Director.  He was generous and compassionate always trying to make a difference for others, especially those with disabilities.   He loved long walks in nature, listening to classic, indie and modern rock music & satisfying his appetite with Bohemian Cafe and pies. A CELEBRATION OF LIFE will be held Saturday, January 21st at 2pm at Roeder Mortuary-108th St. Chapel, Omaha, NE. Visitation 1-2pm.  Memorials may be directed to family for distribution to ENHSA Central Area and Lauritzen Gardens.

Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel

2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE – 402-496-9000

www.RoederMortuary.com

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