Richard “Dick” H. Bergeson, 83, of Dubuque, died Monday, April 20, 2026, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

A Rosary will be recited at 4:00 pm on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory followed by visitation until 7:00 pm.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Dick will be at 10:30 am on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Church of the Nativity with Msgr. James Miller as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West.

Richard was born September 23, 1942, in Minneapolis, MN, the son of Harold and Jeanette (Hoehn) Bergeson. On January 12, 1963, he married Leone Schoolmeesters in Clontarf, MN.

Dick graduated from Princeton High School, Princeton MN, in 1960. He later attended the University of MN where he received his BSB in 1965.

He worked in purchasing and was also an entrepreneur of several other businesses with his family including a family restaurant.

Dick’s faith was central to his life and guided all that he did. He was a devoted member of the Church of the Nativity and the Knights of Columbus. He founded Citywide Bible study groups in Dubuque and Winona, Minnesota, and was instrumental in introducing TMIY to the Dubuque community. He and his wife were a part of Teams of Our Lady. Dick also served as one of the founders and board member of KCRD. A gifted writer, he authored and published the book “Preserving the Family.” In his younger years, he enjoyed being with his family, especially camping and fishing. He loved playing sports and being active outdoors. In more recent years, he found joy in pickleball and gardening.

Survivors include his wife, Leone Bergeson of Dubuque; five children, Randall (Jacky) Bergeson of Darlington, WI, Bradley (Kerry) Bergeson of New Hill,NC, Joel Bergeson of Mount Horeb, WI, Tamara (Rob) Sackerson of Eagle River, AK, and Catherine (Paul) Klang of Benton, WI; 21 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Bruce Bergeson of Sartell, MN; sister-in-law, Kathleen Bergeson of Hazel Green, AL; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Ron Bergeson.

Memorials in his honor can be sent to Church of the Nativity, KCRD, and Mary’s Inn.

Richard’s family would like to thank their Church of the Nativity family, Hospice of Dubuque, Mercy One, and Medical Associates doctors and staff for their care and support.

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