10/30/2021 – 3/1/2022
Omaha – Survived by her mother, Linda Duncan; father, Ralph Cotton; 7 sisters; 1 brother and her uncle, Ernest Duncan.
A Celebration of Life will be on Tuesday (3/8/2022) from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at Roeder Mortuary – 4932 Ames Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – Ames Chapel – 4932 Ames Ave – Omaha, NE – 402-453-5600 www.RoederMortuary.com
10/16/1950 – 2/28/2022
Age 71 – Preceded in death by son, Darin Sherrod; parents, James & Susie Sherrod and sisters, Bobbie and Margie Sherrod. Survived by grandson, Darin F. Sherrod, Jr.; brothers: James H., Tommy, Wayne, Calvin, Harry and Charles Sherrod; sisters: Annie C. Stubblefield, Bessie Sherrod, Pearlie Beaugard and Gladys Sherrod-Lomack (Steve) and a host of other loving family and friends.
Funeral Service: 3:00 PM Monday (3/7/2022) at Roeder Mortuary, 4932 Ames Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – Ames Chapel – 4932 Ames Ave – Omaha, NE – 402-453-5600 www.RoederMortuary.com
6/10/1956 – 2/20/2022
Age 65 –Bestelle Cooper, also affectionately called Bessie, in her earlier years, was a clerical worker specialist and lifelong resident of Omaha, NE. On Sunday, February 20, 2022, she transitioned this life in her home at the age of 65.
Bestelle was born in Omaha on June 10, 1956, to Artice Danner and Minnie Hazel Cooper. She graduated from Metro Community College in Omaha, NE, with an associate degree in clerical work. Shortly after graduating, she began her career at First Data Corporation and Physicians Mutual Life Insurance, where she worked for several years. She loved her time working in the office, ensuring that phones were answered, documents were filed, and the daily office duties were meticulously managed.
Bestelle was a devoted mother who raised Ronnie and Cedric, her two boys, on her own. She was an avid card player, loved dominoes, and enjoyed playing a card game called Bid Whiz. During this card game, she loved saying, “That’s a Boston, as she slammed her last card on the table, saying, who is next? Get up off the table.” She enjoyed listening to old-school music. Her favorites were Con Funk Shun, Gap Band, Patrice Rushen, Franky Beverly, Prince, Marvin Gay, Earth Wind & Fire, and her brother, Wali Ali! Her love for music was evident in her extensive stash of records of various artists. You could believe Bestelle had the album if you wanted to hear it.
Bestelle loved to cook for her two boys and dress them in suits for every Easter occasion in her younger years – she loved seeing her boys dressed up. A typical Saturday at the Cooper household would consist of music being played, food being cooked, and a gathering of family and friends for a friendly game of cards!
Bestelle loved reading Black history, writing in her journal, and reflecting on life in her spare time. She was the gatekeeper of any historical documents and family pictures.
Bestelle is survived by her two sons, Ronald (Kimberly) and Cedric (Donella) Cooper; grandchildren, Jakobe, Ashton, Artice; sister, Rayomie Hawkins; brother, Wali Ali Cooper and a host of other family and friends.
Visitation: Wednesday 5-7 PM at mortuary. Funeral Service: Thursday 11 AM (3/3/2022) at Roeder Mortuary, 2727 N. 108th Street Omaha, Nebraska. Burial at Mount Hope Cemetery in Omaha, NE. Memorials to Cathedral of Praise Ministries, 5304 N 44th Ave, Omaha NE 68111.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel – 2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE – 402-496-9000 www.RoederMortuary.com
2/15/1977 – 2/23/2022
Omaha – Survived by husband Tim, daughter Janelle, parents Duane & Yvonne, brothers Troy Martin, Tony Martin, Todd Martin, family and friends.
Visitation Friday 2 – 3 PM at mortuary with Funeral Service 3:00 PM Friday (3/4/22) at Roeder Mortuary 4932 Ames Avenue.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – Ames Chapel
4932 Ames Ave – Omaha, NE
402-453-5600 www.RoederMortuary.com
3/23/1958 – 2/7/2022
Omaha – survived sons, Jermaine L. Lewis (Christina), Justin A. Lewis (Tisha) and Marques L. Lewis. 5 grandkids. Brothers; Howard Freeman and John Simmonds (Judy) Sisters; Ella Webster, Johnnie Moore and Margie Lewis, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Visitation Monday 9 – 10 AM at Roeder Mortuary. Funeral Service 10:00 AM Monday ( 3/7/2022 ) at Roeder Mortuary 4932 Ames Avenue Omaha, Nebraska 68104, Interment Omaha National Cemetery at Omaha, Nebraska.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – Ames Chapel
4932 Ames Ave – Omaha, NE – 402-453-5600
www.RoederMortuary.com
Hazel Louise Jacobsen
Born Sept. 6, 1934 – Baptized April 13, 1941 – Fell asleep in Jesus Feb. 26, 2022 Mom was born and raised in Omaha, and even recently told stories of going fishing with her dad at Carter Lake. Her favorite verses of scripture seem to describe her best. “I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through Him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:11-13 Yet in all situations or roles, she treasured these above all – Mom, Sister, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Aunt, Friend, Sister in Christ, Daughter of the King – Jesus.
Preceded in death by her parents Wayne and Leah, Her brother Kenneth, two dear sisters, Lorraine and Madelyn, her son Rick, grandsons Mark, Jerry, and Jacob, granddaughter Paige. Survived by her sister Ruth, Children: Kathy (Charlie), Sandi, Mike (Patti), Bob (Kathy), Lonnie (Penny), Kelly (Tom), Beloved Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Nephews and Nieces, Friends, and friends that were loved as family. Sister in Christ Ilene, and this special family.
Visitation Thursday 10 – 11 AM at church with Funeral Service 11:00 AM Thursday (3/3/22) at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church 7706 S. 96th St. La Vista, NE. Memorials to the family to be determined later.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – 108th Street Chapel
2727 N 108th St – Omaha, NE – 402-496-9000
www.RoederMortuary.com
11/18/1948 – 2/27/2022
Omaha – Bonita Joy (Lee) Hawley
Gretna – Bonita Lee Hawley, 73, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, February 27, 2022. She was born on November 18, 1948 in Loup City, Nebraska, the daughter of Joseph and Betty Lee.
Bonita graduated from Arcadia High School, class of 1967. Following graduation, she married her high school sweetheart, Jerry Hawley, on December 29, 1967. They celebrated 53 years of marriage this past December. Bonita loved her family and friends. Her greatest joy was spending time with her children and grandchildren. She especially loved watching her grandkids play basketball, run track, and create artwork. Bonita also enjoyed playing cards with her parents, her sisters and their husbands. Bonita enjoyed spending time with her friends, especially her “twisted sister” Kathy, who could always make her laugh.
Bonita’s faith was important to her as she was a life time member of the United Methodist Church, with her membership most recently at Gretna United Methodist Church. Over the years, she taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. She also served as Sunday School Superintendent. Bonita worked in retail and the ASCS in Grand Island. Bonita was also self-employed, running a home daycare business.
In addition to her parents, Bonita was preceded in death by her sister, Barb Stapp. Bonita is survived by her husband Jerry; her children, Renee, Ryan (Shannon), and Matthew; her grandchildren, Megan, Jacob, Owen, and Keegan; her sister, Betty (Rolen) Sell and Gary (Shirley) Stapp; her uncle, Max Welty and her aunt, Georgia Dorsey; along with many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at 10:30 am Thursday, March 3rd at Gretna United Methodist Church 11457 S 204th St. The family has asked that any memorial tributes be made to the Gretna United Methodist Church.
Roeder Mortuary, Inc. – Gretna Chapel
11710 Standing Stone – Gretna, NE – 402-332-0090 www.RoederMortuary.com
June 6, 1945 – February 24, 2022
Jerry LeRoy Stine, age 76 of Omaha, passed away at his home on February 24, 2022. Jerry was born June 6, 1945, in Grand Island, Nebraska to Roy and Beulah (Willoughby) Stine. He married Patricia Louise Cunningham in Kearney, Nebraska on June 4, 1971. They welcomed two daughters into their family, Stefanie and Cynthe, and a son, Mitchell. His greatest joy in life was being a husband, father, and grandfather. He and Pat loved to spend time together supporting their children’s and grandchildren’s various interests. He was a champion for high school athletics and was often in attendance at various sporting events across Nebraska.
Jerry graduated from North-Loup Scotia High School in 1963 and earned two degrees from Kearney State College; a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1967 and a Master’s Degree in Education in 1976. He lettered four years in Track & Field at Kearney State College helping the Track team win four straight Nebraska College Conference Championships. After graduating college, Jerry taught and coached at Wheeler Central High School from 1967-1978 and Bertrand Community Schools from 1978 until he retired in 2004. Jerry taught Business, Physical Education, and Driver’s Education during his career. He also was an Assistant Football Coach, Head Girls and Boys Basketball Coach, and Head Track & Field Coach. In his retirement years, he continued to contribute to high school sports as he drove charter buses for Eppley Express and Arrow Stage Lines and activity buses for high schools in the Omaha Metropolitan Area.
Jerry was a member of many professional organizations including the Nebraska Coaches Association where he was President of the Association during the 1990-1991 academic year. He was also the creator, author, and secretary of the NCA Milestone Award that bears his name, which has recognized the achievements of over 1,500 coaches in the state since its inception in 1991. He has served on the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame Foundation Board of Directors since 1997 documenting and organizing the Foundation’s vast historical research. Jerry was inducted into the National High School Athletic Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2000, the University of Nebraska at Kearney Athletic Hall of Fame in 2006, and the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame Foundation in 2017.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Kaye; and brother Wayne. Jerry is survived by his wife of 50 years, Pat; daughter Stefanie McAlpin and her husband Lucas of Omaha; daughter Cynthe Ford and her husband Luke of Omaha; son Mitchell and his wife Laurie of Hickman; 10 Grandchildren: Kaitlyn and her husband Dillon of Omaha, Peyton, Olivia, Laynee, Ella, Noah, Mayzee, Kendyll, Ava, and Garrett; one Great-Grandchild, Della: and brother Ray Stine of North Loup.
Visitation will be held at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 7790 South 192nd Street in Gretna on Monday, February 28 at 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. A Vigil Service with an opportunity to share memories will begin at 6:30 p.m. A funeral mass will be held at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 1 at 10:00 a.m. with lunch to immediately follow the funeral mass. A private burial will be held at a later date.
Memorials are suggested to either St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church or to the Nebraska High School Sports Hall of Fame Foundation.
Roeder Mortuary, 11710 Standing Stone Dr. – Gretna, NE 68028 – (402) 332-0090 www.RoederMortuary.com
