Susan Kay Francois, 72, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on July 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, at Luther Manor – Hillcrest. Friends and family may visit from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2026. A Funeral Service will begin at 2:00 p.m. with Deacon Mike Ellis officiating. Susan was born…
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Donald L. Klauer, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home, July 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, service, leadership, generosity, and unwavering devotion to his family and community. Friends and family may visit from 9:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026,…
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Jeff Manternach, 44, of Dubuque, IA passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at his home, surrounded by family. Jeff was born on July 13, 1981, in Dubuque. He was raised on his multi-generational family farm in Cascade, IA where his imaginative, hard-working, and caring spirit flourished. Jeff loved exploring the woods and ponds,…
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Sharon Louise Roling 85, of Holy Cross, IA passed away peacefully on July 8, 2026, at Stonehill Care Center, Dubuque, Iowa. Per her wishes, a private memorial service with family will be held at the Holy Cross Catholic Church, Holy Cross, IA with burial following in the Holy Cross cemetery. Kramer-Morris Funeral Home in Holy…
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Patricia A. “Pat” Patterson, 83, of Dubuque, IA, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, July 3, 2026. A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date. The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd. is assisting the family. Pat…
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Mary C. Smith, 86, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on July 8, 2026, at Hawkeye Care Center surrounded by the love of her family. Visitation will be Saturday, July 11th, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, New Melleray. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 11:00 a.m. at the church with…
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Robert C. (Toad) Schwartz, 77, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on July 7, 2026, at University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics, Iowa City, IA. A visitation to honor his life will be held from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 10, 2026, at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, IL. Bob was…
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Susan “Susie” Kay (Knockle) Bruse, 79, of Asbury, passed away Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, at Summit Congregational UCC Church, 2885 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, where a funeral service will be held at 4 p.m. Rev. Karen Candee will officiate. The Nurse…
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UnityPoint Health – Finley Hospital’s Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) is now offering a new, minimally invasive technique to help premature infants with respiratory distress breathe easier. The SALSA maneuver allows providers to deliver life-saving surfactant to a baby’s lungs without the need for full endotracheal intubation, reducing the risks associated with more…
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DBQFest, Iowa’s longest-running arts fair and festival, returns to downtown Dubuque’s historic Washington Park on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9, 2026. This free, family-friendly celebration will transform the park into a vibrant, two-day creative hub featuring 57 regional artists and makers, a packed performance schedule featuring over 150 professional musicians, on-demand poetry, yoga,…
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