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John Santee Obituary
He worked for many years at the Omaha World Herald, retiring in 1995.
John is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Deb and Roger Kline and Peggy and Doug King; son and daughter-in-law, John and Michelle Santee; 8 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; and Cubby the dog.
Visitation with the family is Tuesday, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Hoy-Kilnoski Funeral Home & Crematory. Funeral service is Wednesday, 1 p.m., at the funeral home. Interment is in Forest Lawn Cemetery followed by a reception in the Hoy-Kilnoski Community Room. The family will direct memorials.
This obituary was originally published in The Daily Nonpareil.
1221 North 16th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501-0143
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Don & Cindy Newman
November 23, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss. Take time to share and enjoy the memories and know that your family with have each other and all of your friends to help you get through this time. .
Teri Pike-Gasper
November 23, 2011
My heart feldt sympathy goes out to you all during this difficult time. Keep the good memories close at heart.
Yvette Du'Val
November 23, 2011
At times like this there are no right words, my heart is with all of you. You and in my thoughts and prayers. Yvette Du'Val (Omaha, NE)
Charlie & Vicki Mueller
November 22, 2011
We're so sorry for your loss. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers.
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November 21, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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