Carter Leeka
Nov 28, 1951 - Feb 7, 2023
Carter Leeka, 71, of Omaha passed away on February 7, 2023 at his home surrounded by family after a three year battle with cancer. Carter was born in Nebraska City to Carter and Edna Leeka on November 28, 1951. After Carter graduated from Benson High School in 1970, he went on to receive a Bachelor…
Eugene E. Eckermann, Sr.
Jul 3, 1927 - Mar 24, 2023
Age 95 – Gene is a WWII veteran, retired Master Sargent from the USAF. Preceded in death by his wife, Edna; son, Dennis and brother, Richard Eckermann. Survived by sons, Edward and Eugene, Jr. (Lori) Eckermann; brother, Robert Eckermann and sister, Mary Jo (Larry) Dorgan. Graveside Service: 1:30 PM Wednesday (3/29/2023) at Omaha National Cemetery,…
Gloria J. Patao "Su"
Sep 18, 1940 - Mar 22, 2023
Preceded in death by parents Yasuichi and Glora Uchima, husband Edward Llacuna. Survived by children James Patao, Jr. (Maria Andaya), Jami (Denise) Morton-Patao, Jerri Patao (Singkeo Saelee), brothers Ralph, Rogers, and Donald Uchima, sisters Annette Patao, Claudia Shimabukuro, and Diane Uchima, grandchildren Jerrica, Alyssa, and Vans, great-grandchildren Amayah, Amora, and Blaze. A celebration of…
John J. Kula
Oct 3, 1945 - Mar 21, 2023
John Kula, 77, of Gretna, NE, died on Tuesday, Mar 21, 2023, after a hard battle with cancer. John was the youngest son of Louis and Molly (Kosalka) Kula and was born on October 3, 1945, in Omaha, NE. He graduated from Ryan High School in 1963. He served in the Army National Guard until…
Kenneth J. Penning
Mar 23, 1941 - Mar 20, 2023
Kenneth J Penning, 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 20, 2023, at Park View Rehab & Nursing Center in Sac City, Iowa where he was currently residing. He was known as Ken to his friends and work world, and as Kenny to his family. He was born March 23, 1941 in Granville, Iowa…
Louise Marie Jacott
Oct 20, 1960 - Mar 19, 2023
Louise Marie Jacott, fondly known as “Weezy'' by those who knew and loved her, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, March 19th, 2023 at the age of 62 years young at her home in Omaha, Nebraska after a long battle with her health. Remembered as thoughtful, determined, and one of the most welcoming…
Elta May Adamson
Feb 19, 1934 - Mar 19, 2023
Age 89 - Preceded in death by husband, Shelby Adamson and son, Jeff Adamson. Survived by daughters, Amy & Kim Adamson and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other loving family and friends. Services will be held on Monday (3/27/2023) at Roeder Mortuary, 4932 Ames Ave., Omaha, NE. Visitation from 11…
Flora Mae Brookins
Apr 30, 1940 - Mar 19, 2023
Age 82 - Preceded in death by husband, Clyde Brookins, Jr., daughter, Lutricia Brookins-Lowe, parents, Jim & Lucy Hill and brother, James Tucker. Survived by children, Stanley Brookins, Kathryn Brookins-Brewer, Angela Brookins, Daitina Brookins; grandchildren, Alexis Shielo, Samuel Brookins, Devaris Brookins, Elijah Brookins, Joshua Brookins, Tyrese Brookins, Michael Brookins, Marcus Loux, Stanley Loux, Jr., Jessica…
Henry Frazier
Sep 30, 1967 - Mar 17, 2023
Henry Frazier, Jr. was born on September 30, 1967 in Hampton, South Carolina, to Henry, Sr. and Magalene Frazier and was the oldest of their 6 children. He attended Hampton High School, where he played football his freshman year, then basketball sophomore and junior year. His senior year he spent preparing to live abroad, after…
William Edward Purnell
Nov 23, 1928 - Mar 17, 2023
William Edward Purnell, known as "Bill", was born on November 23rd, 1928 in Philadelphia, PA and departed this life on March 17th, 2023. His parents were George Purnell and Alexzena Plater-Purnell. He was the youngest of 5 children, having 2 brothers, Leon and George and 2 sisters, Helen and Elizabeth. Bill graduated from Cape…
