Omaha Burke H.S. Alumni

14 hours ago

It feels like lately we're posting a lot of notices of Bulldogs gone too soon. We hate to post another, but also know how important it is to honor these Bulldogs who were not just former classmates, but cherished friends.

Jennifer (Hoffman) Eisele, Class of 1993
Passed away on October 25, 2026
While at Burke, Jennifer enjoyed singing with the Inspirational Choir and was known for her school spirit and loved attending football and basketball games. She also loved dancing since she was a little girl!
www.heafeyheafey.com/obituaries/Jennifer-Marie-Hoffman-Eisele?obId=49989504

Lindsay (Votava) Wiese, Class of 1997
Passed away on October 29, 2026. Visitation is tomorrow, 11/5. Memorial is Friday, 11/6.
Lindsay was very involved at Burke - from Student Senate, to Senior Class Secretary, NHS, FBLA, and cheerleading. She was known for her bubbly personality and bright smile.
www.heafeyheafey.com/obituaries/Lindsay-Robin-Wiese?obId=50049739

May their memories be a blessing to all that knew them🖤💛Past Bulldogs are memorialized at burkehighalumni.com/deceased-alumni/ ... See MoreSee Less

Omaha Burke H.S. Alumni

6 days ago

📣 2 Burke runners and one Burke coach honored!
Governor Jim Pillen officially issued a proclamation declaring Wednesday, October 23, 2026, as Nebraska Women’s Athletics Trailblazers Day. The proclamation ceremony took place at the Nebraska Capitol Building in Lincoln. It was held in conjunction with the State High School Cross Country Championships to honor the legacy of female athletes throughout the state's history who pioneered equal sports participation.

Key Highlights of the 2026 Proclamation

• Honoring Ilsa Bednar: The ceremony heavily spotlighted historical trailblazers like Ilsa Bednar, who became Nebraska's very first female high school cross country runner in 1975 at Johnson-Brock High School after fighting for her right to run.
👉Also honored at the event were former Burke Cross Country Coach Skip Morris and Tracy Thraen & June (Costar) Mayher (Omaha Burke) 1976 🌟

📷 The Trailblazers: Ruth Grimes (Lincoln NE) 1976, Margaret Bednar representing sister Ilsa (Johnson-Brock) 1975, Coach Bill Rogge (Lincoln NE) 1976, Coach Skip Morris, Tracy Thraen & June Costar (Omaha Burke) 1976

• Athletic Milestones: The proclamation aligned with a historic year for Nebraska women's sports. In January 2026, the University of Nebraska became the first Power Four university to add women’s varsity flag football. Additionally, the 2026 Nebraska Athletics Hall of Fame class prominently honored historic female leaders, including highly decorated softball and volleyball icons.

• Political Context: The proclamation occurred against the backdrop of Nebraska's upcoming November 3, 2026 general election, where voters are deciding on Initiative Measure 442 (the "Fairness for Girls" amendment) to enshrine biological sex-separated sports into the state constitution. ... See MoreSee Less

Omaha Burke H.S. Alumni

6 days ago

We are saddened to share the passing of several Burke alumni. Please keep their families and loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time. We honor their memories and the impact they had on those around them.

Janet (Conry) Mohring, Class of 1974
Passed away on October 4, 2026.

Janet was a lover of Beatles music, dancing, and animals. Throughout her life, she held many roles, including healthcare billing and coding specialist, CNA, and even school lunch lady. However, her favorite and final career was as a dog groomer, where she combined her love of animals with her caring spirit.
obituaries.roedermortuary.com/janet-d-mohring

William “Mike” Volkmann, Class of 1982
Passed away on September 5, 2026.

From a young age, Mike loved building and creating with his hands. His interest in shop class at Burke led to a successful career in construction and carpentry. Mike also enjoyed fishing, attending car shows, and spending time with family and friends.
www.forestlawnomaha.com/obituaries/William-Mike-Volkmann?obId=49587582

Dana (Jackson) Gray, Class of 1986
Passed away on September 28, 2026.

Dana enjoyed her time at Burke and continued her education at UNO, earning two master's degrees in education. She proudly served in the U.S. Army for 12 years 🇺🇸 before dedicating 25 years to Omaha Public Schools. Most recently, she worked as a Case Manager for the State of Nebraska, leaving a legacy of service to her community.
www.forestlawnomaha.com/obituaries/Dana-A-Gray?obId=49769467

Corey Evans, Class of 1998
Passed away on October 19, 2026.

While at Burke, Corey was active in the African American Ambassadors program and was a standout member of the basketball team. Many remember his memorable buzzer-beating game-winning shot against Bryan High that lifted the Bulldogs to victory. Visitation and funeral services are being held in Omaha tomorrow, Friday 10/30.
www.gsfuneral.com/obituaries/corey-evans

May their memories be a blessing to all who knew them. If you have fond memories of Janet, Mike, Dana, or Corey, we invite you to share them in the comments. 🖤💛 All passed Bulldogs are memorialized at burkehighalumni.com/deceased-alumni/
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