Kathleen G. “Kay” Jackoniski, age 99, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on December 23, 2025, at Eagle Pointe Place in Dubuque.  Per Kay’s request, there will be no public services.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Kay’s family.

Kay was born on August 23, 1926, in East Dubuque, IL, a daughter to Robert G. and Marie (Splinter) Liddle.  She was gifted with a love for family, friends and community which she carried faithfully throughout her entire 99 years among us.  She was a proud graduate of St. Joseph’s Academy, Class of ’44, and was determined to make the most out of each day as life presented itself.  Kay eventually met the love of her life, John T. Jackoniski, and the couple was united in marriage on February 15, 1947, at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque.  They were not only able to celebrate their anniversary and Valentine’s Day at the same time each year, but were also blessed with two children of their own and over 62 years together before John was sadly called home ahead of her on October 12, 2009.

When Kay wasn’t at home being the best wife and mother anyone could ask for, she could easily be found behind the counter at Tri-State Bank, formerly the State Bank of East Dubuque.  She earnestly invested over 30 years of her time and talents there and made countless friends along the way.  Kay enjoyed visiting with friends and co-workers and if you walked out of the bank with even a slight smile on your face, Kay was in her happy place.

In their free-time, Kay and John enjoyed traveling whenever possible.  They were fortunate enough to make multiple trips to European countries over their years and always made it a point to discover new and interesting adventures and create wonderful and lasting memories together whenever possible.  Kay didn’t go out of her way to complicate life; she intentional kept her priorities straight and valued the real moments in life more than the shiny distractions.  She was truly blessed with a good life and a happy spirit when all was said and done.  We will miss her beautiful smile moving forward, but are forever grateful for the 99 years the Lord was gracious enough to share her loving heart with us.  May peace be yours now Kay as you and John pick up where you left off and we wait patiently to see you both again in our eternal reunion.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Kay include,

her two children,
Connie Conzett, Dubuque, IA,
and Tom (DeEtta) Jackoniski, East Dubuque, IL;

her six adored grandchildren,
Nicole (Kevin) Mills, Karla (Corey) Davis, Shawna (Abram) McDowell, Jessica (Paul Matulis) Kerndt, Jill (David) Gibson and Jeff (Cheryl) Jackoniski;

her nine great-grandchildren and ten great-great-grandchildren;

along with numerous extended family, friends and neighbors.

Kay was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John; her brother, Gerald (Dorothy) Liddle; and her son-in-law, William Conzett.

Kay’s family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Buffy and Ryan, of Hospice of Dubuque, for the exceptional love, care and support they provided to both Kay and her family.

Online condolences may be shared with Kay’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com