Richard "Dick" Whitaker's obituary , Passed away on January 24, 2026 in Omaha, Nebraska

Richard "Dick" Whitaker

September 3, 1941 - January 24, 2026 (84 years old)

Omaha, Nebraska

Richard "Dick" Whitaker's obituary , Passed away on January 24, 2026 in Omaha, Nebraska

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John A. Gentleman Mortuaries & Crematory

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Richard "Dick" Whitaker

September 3, 1941 - January 24, 2026 (84 years old)

Omaha, Nebraska

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Richard Whitaker Obituary

We bid farewell to Richard Whitaker (Omaha, Nebraska), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 24, 2026 at the age of 84. Richard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Whitaker to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his son Jim; and his brother Bill. He is survived by: his son Dick; his wife Peg; his son Mike (Michele); his daughter-in-law Shelly; his son Robert (Brian); his grandchildren, Liz (Beau Brower), Dan (Anton Hornfeldt), Katie, Andrew (Emily), Ryan, Tommy (Kinsley), Christofer, Tanner (Anna), Brinlee, Brayden, Breena, Cheyla (Mike Lucier) and Simone Rall; and his great grandchildren, Declan Hagensen, Maddox Brower, Rhea Brower and Carson Whitaker. He is also survived by many brothers/sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews, and dear friends.

Memorials are suggested to St. Robert Bellermine Parish, Omaha, Mount Michael Benedictine Abbey, Elkhorn, NE or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
John A. Gentleman Mortuaries & Crematory



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Jan 30

Visitation

John A. Gentleman 72nd Chapel
1010 N 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114

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Jan 30

Rosary

John A. Gentleman 72nd Chapel
1010 N 72nd St, Omaha, NE 68114

Sat

Jan 31

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church
11802 Pacific St, Omaha, NE 68154

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Jan 31

Graveside service

Calvary Catholic Cemetery
7710 W Center Rd, Omaha, NE 68124

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