Mildred A. “Millie” Schemmel, 89, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, August 28, 2024, at her home in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Millie will be at 10:00 am on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Grand View United Methodist Church with Rev. Thomas C. Shinkle officiating. Burial will be at the Asbury Cemetery.

Millie was born on August 25, 1935, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Lester and Evelyn (Leik) Sahm. She was united in marriage to Melvin Launspach on July 14, 1951, he preceded her in death on September 11, 1970. She then married Wayne Schemmel on September 18, 1971, he preceded her in death on June 28, 2016.

Millie was a hard working farm wife and was so proud of continuing the family Heritage Farm since 1911. She had a deep love for all animals, including her pet dogs, cats, and canaries. Also always made sure the deer, birds, and hummingbirds were taken care of as well. Millie loved doing crossword puzzles, word searches, and watching game shows, especially Wheel of Fortune, while having “lupper” and her “special drink”. Above all, she made sure her family was well fed and taken care of, she was a very selfless and giving person.

Survivors include her eight children, Dan (Karen) Launspach of Dubuque; Cindy (Bob) Schemmel of Dubuque; Sherry (Dave) Brehm of Durango, IA; Steve (Deb Roloff) Schemmel of Sherrill, IA; Jeff “Doc” (Jennifer) Schemmel of Dubuque; Shelly (Kurt) Thumser of Hazel Green, WI; Dave Launspach of Dubuque; and Mark (Becky) Schemmel of Asbury; 17 grandchildren; and 27 great-grandchildren.

Millie was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; and one infant daughter.

The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Hawkeye Care Center and her caregiver, Misty, for all of their loving care.

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