Rosemary Francois, 99, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday evening, June 30, 2023, at Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Rosemary Myatt was born on February 15, 1924 in rural Maquoketa, Iowa, to Ralph and Sarah Estella (Campbell) Myatt.  She attended the Red Schoolhouse Country School and graduated from Maquoketa High School in…
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Dorothy M. (George) Degenhardt, 86, of rural Hazel Green, WI, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023, at Hawkeye Care Center, Asbury, IA. Graveside services will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023 at the East Dubuque Cemetery, with Fr. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. Visitation is from…
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Margaret “Peggy” Brame, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in Maquoketa, Iowa, on June 29, 2023. Born on December 31, 1933, in Rowley, Iowa, Peggy’s life was characterized by her friendly nature, generous spirit, and selfless devotion to her family and community. Peggy was raised in Rowley, where she completed…
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Daniel F. Sullivan, 83, formerly of East Dubuque, IL, died from complications of Parkinson’s and Dementia on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Pleasantview Nursing Home in Kalona, IA. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 AM, on Friday, July 7, 2023 at St Mary’s Catholic Church, East Dubuque, IL., with Fr. Dennis Vargas…
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Richard A. Patters, 76, of East Dubuque, passed away on June 27th, 2023, with his family by his side. Friends and family may visit from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday July 5th, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, with a Funeral Service to start at 4:00 p.m. Richard was…
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Franklin T. “Frank” Langkamp, 90, of Dickeyville, Wisconsin, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 3, 2023, at Holy Ghost Church, Dickeyville, Wisconsin, with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family…
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William F. “Bill” Weick, 70, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on June 29th, 2023, at his residence. His life was a testament to the power of love, kindness, and faith. Family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday July 6th, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A…
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Charles D. “Chuck” Block, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2023, in Maquoketa, Iowa. Born on February 28, 1939, in Hot Springs, South Dakota, Chuck was known for his kindness, humor, and courageous spirit. In his early years, Chuck moved to and became a proud resident of Iowa, where…
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Weaver Douglas Crouch, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2023, in Maquoketa, IA, at the age of 80. Born on May 18, 1943, in Verona, Missouri, Weaver was a man of kindness and friendliness that touched the lives of many. Weaver spent his early years in Missouri, where…
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Maribeth Stair, 81, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on June 26th, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Friends and family may visit from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Friday, July 7th at Lord of Love Lutheran Church, 219 Summit Street in Galena, IL. A funeral service will follow immediately after the Visitation beginning at 12:00…
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