Bette Jean Herbers, formerly Bette Zuccaro and Bette Peterson, 62, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 12:00 pm (Noon) until 1:45 pm on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Bette will be at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Burial will be at a later date.

Bette was born July 11, 1964, in Winona, MN, the daughter of Kenneth and Darlene (Allen) Fort. She was most recently united in marriage to Richard Herbers.

Bette enjoyed cooking, antiquing, thrifting, and gardening. She loved the simple pleasures of spending time outdoors tending her flower gardens or spending time with her beloved furbabies. She treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren. Bette had a generous heart and was always willing to help anyone in need. She was open and welcoming, loved sharing stories, and could always be counted on to lend a helping hand without having to be asked. Bette was determined and never one to give up on something she believed in.

Survivors include her four children, Joseph (Sonia) Zuccaro of Cassville, WI, Megan (Robi Jr.) Kluga of Bellevue, IA, Emily (Maranda) Peterson of Monticello, IA, and Darlena (Fernando) Garcia of Fort Atkinson, WI; honorary daughter, Amanda Schildknecht of Winona, MN; ten grandchildren, Devon, Dylan, Ethan, Kiely, Sophia, Skye, Robi III, Hudson, Noah, and Jack; one great-granddaughter, Kendra; and two siblings, Billy Fort and Debbie Schossow both of MN.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and four siblings, Irene, Kenny, Jenny, and Steve.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Bette’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.