Local obituaries for Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz & Greenway-Dietz Funeral Homes

Aug 1, 2024

Gloria Dinsdale of Omaha and Palmer, Nebraska, was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roy Dinsdale.

She is survived by daughter Jane Dinsdale Rogers and son Sid (Dawn) of Omaha and by her son Chris (Joy) of Denver. Gloria is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren in Nebraska and Colorado.

Gloria was...

Jul 24, 2024

Mildred “Millie” M. Murphy 95, of St. Paul, (formerly of Ord, NE) passed away on Wednesday July 24, 2024, at the Howard County Medical Center with her family by her side.

To honor her wishes cremation was chosen. Private Graveside Services will be held at the Elmwood Cemetery in St. Paul.  Val Killinger and Tracey Dietz will...

Jul 22, 2024

Jennifer Jean (Fanta) Pavlik, 47, of Grand Island, passed away from this life on Monday, July 22, 2024, at UNMC in Omaha, NE after an 8-year battle with cancer.  She was released from the arms of her family into the loving and healing care of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Visitation will be held on Friday,...

Jul 10, 2024

Marna Lynn Porath, 77, of Dannebrog, died on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at the Grand Island Regional Medical Center in Grand Island.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Dannebrog. Pastor Sheri Lodel will be officiating.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 P.M....

Jun 23, 2024

Calvin J. Heusinkvelt, 80, of Grand Island, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, June 27, 2024, at Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz Funeral Home in St. Paul.   Pastor Daniel Bear will be officiating.  Interment will be in the Elmwood Cemetery in St. Paul....

Jun 22, 2024

Thomas “Tom” J. Glenn, 72 of rural Cedar Rapids, passed away on Saturday June 22, 2024, at the Cloverlodge Care Center in St. Edward, Nebraska.

Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, June 28, 2024, at the United Methodist in Church in Wolbach.  Inurnment will follow at the Hillside Cemetery in Wolbach.

Family...

Jun 20, 2024

Orville “Buck” L. Buxton, 89, of St. Paul, died on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at Brookfield Park in St. Paul.

Memorial Services with Military Honors will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz Funeral Home in St. Paul.  Inurnment will be in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Cairo, Nebraska.  Pastor Jim Garfield...

Jun 16, 2024

Robert “Bob” J. Pearson, 68 of St. Paul, died on June 16, 2024, at the VA Medical Center in Grand Island.

A Celebration of his life will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, June 21, 2024, at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church – 713 Elm Street in St. Paul.   Military Honors will be provided by...

Jun 11, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother, Peggy Ondracek, who left us unexpectedly on June 11th, 2024, at the age of 66. A beacon of love and selflessness, her life was a testament to unwavering devotion and boundless care for her family and those fortunate enough to know her. Mass of Christian Burial...

May 27, 2024

Ellen I. Paulsen, 103, of Grand Island, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 27, 2024, at Primrose Retirement Community in Grand Island.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, June 3, 2024, at the First Presbyterian Church in St. Paul.  Interment will be in the Elmwood Cemetery in St. Paul.  Visitation will be held ...

May 24, 2024

Loris J. Dankert, 90, of Central City, Nebraska (formerly of Palmer) passed away peacefully on Friday, May 24, 2024, at the Cottonwood Estates Assisted Living Community in Central City.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, June 1, 2024, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Palmer, Nebraska.  Pastor John Dolittle will be...

May 13, 2024

Robert "Bobby" L. Bonczynski, 63, of Boelus, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024, at his home.

Family will greet friends from 3-5 P.M. on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz Funeral Home in St. Paul.  A Celebration of Bobby's life will follow at 5:00 P.M. on Friday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the...

May 7, 2024

Wayne C. Anderson, 85 of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on May 7, 2024, at his home with his family by his side.

As Wayne requested, his body was cremated.  Family will greet friends from 1-2:00 P.M. on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz Funeral Home in St. Paul.  A Celebration of his life will follow at...

May 6, 2024

David Michael Lawrence, 53, of Cushing, died on Monday, May 6, 2024, at his home.

To honor his wishes, his body was cremated, and no public services will be held.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.

David was born on June 6, 1970, to...

Apr 22, 2024

Eric Anthony Czaplewski, 19, of Grand Island, went to be with his eternal Savior on April 22, 2024.  He gave the gift of life through organ donation.  Eric's organs have restored life's promise for many families.  Honoring his generous soul, the gift of life was shared with many people in need through organ donation.

A Celebration of...

Apr 13, 2024

Melvin “Mel” Albert Soletti, Jr., 75 of Twin Falls, ID, (formerly of Cedarville, CA) passed away on April 13, 2024, peacefully at home surrounded by his family.

Melvin was born on September 14, 1948, to Melvin Albert Soletti, Sr. and Laura Pastega Soletti in Weed, CA.  He grew up in Weed, CA and graduated from Weed High...

Apr 10, 2024

Mary E. Donovan, 82, of Omaha, formerly of Oakland, Nebraska, died on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 AM on May 3, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (300 West Wicklow) in Greeley, Nebraska.  Father Lawrence Vadakkan will be presiding.  Inurnment will be held in the Sacred Heart ...

Apr 4, 2024

Florence Rose (Placek) Duester 93, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully at Brookefield Park in St. Paul, on Thursday, April 4, 2024.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in St. Paul.  Father Vince Parsons will be presiding.  A Private Inurnment will be...

Apr 3, 2024

Douglas “Fuzzy” W. Fousek, 72, of Elba, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at his home.

Family will greet friends from 5-7 P.M. on Friday, April 5, 2024, at Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz Funeral Home in St. Paul.  A Private Interment will be held in the Scott Hill Cemetery in Elba.  In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to...

Apr 2, 2024

Gregory “Nick” J. Nicholas, 76, formerly of Palmer, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the Central Nebraska Veterans Home in Kearney.  Greg moved to Brookefield Park in St. Paul of 2016, then entered the Central Nebraska Veterans Home in October of 2019.

A Celebration of his life will be held from 4-7 P.M. on Friday,...