Obituaries Archive

Mary Bauerly

Mary “Kathy” Bauerly, 69, of Nashville, TN, formerly of Dubuque, IA died on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at her home in Nashville.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory, followed by a time for sharing words at 9:30 a.m.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Kathy will be at 10:30 am, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Cathedral of St. Raphael with Fr. Dennis Quint as the Celebrant. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Kathy was born on February 6, 1957, in Bellevue, IA, the daughter of Raymond and Mary Kathryn (Till) Beschen. On August 29, 1980, she married Jim Bauerly in Bellevue, IA.

Kathy was the proud owner and operator of her own property management company, a role she was deeply passionate about. Outside of her work, she enjoyed singing karaoke, caring for their pets, and spending time at their home in Florida. Kathy will be remembered for her strong work ethic, generous spirit, and her ornate cursive penmanship – which never ceased to draw surprise and acclaim from those first witnessing it. Above all, she found her greatest happiness in time spent with her family, especially her grandson, Devon.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Jim Bauerly of Nashville, TN; three children, Brandon (Gabriela) Bauerly of Dubuque, Brittany (Aaron) Lensch of Nashville, TN, and Briton (Briana) Bauerly of St. Louis, MO; four siblings, Joe (Deb) Beschen, Jon (Jen) Beschen, Shirley (Stan) Hachmann, and Tom (Karin) Beschen; her mother-in-law, Josephine Bauerly of Dubuque; and four sisters-in-law, Beth (Ed) Whisler, Nancy Mueller, Robin Bauerly, and Mona Bauerly.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers-in-law, Ron and Bill Bauerly.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Kathy’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

James M. Kann

James Michael Kann, age 78, of Garnavillo, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo, Iowa. Visitation will continue prior to funeral services from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Garnavillo, Iowa.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 30, 2026, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Garnavillo, Iowa, with burial to follow at the church cemetery where military honors will be accorded by American Legion Clay-Gar Post #723. Rev. Paul Kwaku Ameyaw will officiate, Rev. Marvin Bries will concelebrate, and Deacon Jim Pfaffy will assist.

Jim was born on December 11, 1947, in Elkader, Iowa, the son of Donald and Helen (Meyer) Kann. He was the oldest of six children. Jim received his education in Garnavillo and graduated from Garnavillo High School with the Class of 1966. Shortly after graduating, he helped his parents farm until he was drafted into the United States Army. He proudly served from 1968 to 1970 as an 11B infantryman with the storied 101st Airborne Division, including one year of service in Vietnam. After being wounded twice and spending 2 ½ months in the VA hospital, he was discharged in February of 1970. He earned the following medals: Sharpshooter M-14, Expert M-16; Military Justice, CBR TNG, CRS A Nonjud Pun; National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal w. 60 Device; Army Commendation Medal (ARCOM), Air Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge (CIB), two Overseas Bars, a Purple Heart Medal, and two Bronze Star Medals.

After returning home, Jim helped his parents farm. While shelling corn on August 26, 1970, his knee gave out, and he became caught in the header of the combine. He spent 90 days in the hospital undergoing numerous surgeries and then spent five years on crutches. Following the farm accident, Jim enrolled and graduated from Upper Iowa University. He then continued his education at the University of Iowa, working toward his master’s degree for two years. Jim then moved to San Francisco, where he earned his law degree from Golden Gate Law School. After returning to Iowa, he began his 40-year career in private law practice.

Jim had met Marilyn shortly after returning home from service and knew at first glance she was the one. A game of cards sealed the deal. He married the love of his life, Marilyn Berns, on September 8, 1973, and to this union four children were born. The two were always by each other’s side, working together in the law office, tending to the farm, traveling, and attending their grandchildren’s many activities. Jim always had a smile when his grandchildren were around.

Jim was an active member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the American Legion Clay-Gar Post #723, where he was a member for 56 years. He also helped start the Northeast Iowa Vietnam Veterans Association in 1980, served on the St. Joseph’s School Board, and had been a director of the Kann St. Michael Cemetery Association since 2012.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, of 53 years, Marilyn; his children, Adam (fiancée Wendy) Kann of Ryan, Matthew (Sarah) Kann of Ankeny, David (and friend Rhonda) Kann of Garber, and Sarah (Brad) Flowers of North Liberty; his grandchildren, Josh (Taylor), Warren, Ethan, Madalyn (fiancé Easton), Andrea, Morgan, James, Josh, Hailey, Erin, Cooper, Jace, Piper, Lily, and Dylan; great-grandchildren, Camden and Caroline; his siblings, Ruth Hamilton, Wendy (Mike) Gossett, Dinah (Keith) Hodapp, Linda (Duane) Lampson, and Charlene (Tom) Staade; and sisters-in-laws, Jane (David) Siegel, Jeanette (Pat) Thein, and Melissa Schmitz, along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his father- and mother-in-law, Ray and Mae Berns; his brother-in-law Douglas Hamilton; and brothers- and sisters-in-law, Donald (Carolyn) Berns, Norman (Betty) Berns, and Mary (James) Schmitz.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Garnavillo, the Garnavillo Firefighters’ Association and EMS, and the NE IA Vietnam Vet’s “Giard Memorial Park” project.

Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo is assisting the family and online condolences may be left for the family at www.kramer-morrisfuneralhome.com.

Kevin L. Brown

Kevin Lynn Brown, 71, of Bellevue, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 26, 2026.

Visitation will be 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, followed by Graveside Services at 3:30 pm in St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Kevin was born May 24, 1954, in Bellevue Memorial Hospital to Vernon Carl and Dessell Belle (Hachmann) Brown. He graduated from Bellevue Public High School in 1972, then attended NICC, the University of Dubuque, and later earned a master’s degree in accounting from the University of Iowa.

Kevin chose to return to his roots and farm following the passing of his parents. He had a deep appreciation for agricultural history, especially collecting Oliver tractors. He restored and donated an Oliver 900 to the Tractor Museum in Charles City, Iowa.

Kevin was active in his community, serving as President of the Eastern Iowa Hay Producers Association, serving as Assistant  Commissioner on the NRCS Board, and working as a board member and treasurer for the Jackson County Historical Society.

Survivors include his twin sister, Karen Brown; an uncle, Grant (Jean) Hachmann; cousins, Troy Hachmann, Todd (Jennifer) Hachmann, Sue Bevan, Bill (Kim) Bevan, Steve (Roxy) Hachmann, Stuart (Peggy) Hachmann, and Stan (Shirley) Hachmann; along with many extended relatives and friends.

Kevin was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Curtis (Rita) Brown.

Memorials may be directed to the University of Dubuque or the Jackson County Historical Society in Kevin’s memory.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Sr. Mary Ellen Meckley

Sister Mary Ellen Meckley, BVM, (Davidette), 90, of Mount Carmel Bluffs, Dubuque, Iowa, died Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.

Visitation and Rite of Committal for natural burial was held Thursday, March 26, 2026. Burial was in the Mount Carmel cemetery. Sharing of Memories and Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Sharing of Memories will begin at 9:30 a.m. followed immediately by a memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Mary Ellen was born Feb. 19, 1936, in Waterloo, N.Y., to David Arthur and Margaret (Guido) Meckley. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1953, from St. Francis Xavier Parish, Phoenix. She professed first vows on March 19, 1956, and final vows on July 16, 1961.

Sister Mary Ellen was an elementary teacher at St. Bernard in Los Angeles; St. Charles Borromeo in North Hollywood, Calif.; St. Therese and St. Aloysius in Kansas City, Mo.; All Saints in Tucson, Ariz.; and Presentation in Chicago. She ministered as a family liaison for Upward Bound at Mundelein College in Chicago. She served as a social worker in Chicago at Mt. Sinai Hospital and the Illinois State Psychiatric Institute, in Oak Park, Ill., at Oak Park Hospital, and in Evergreen Park, Ill., at DK Healthcare Services, Inc.

She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by a sister Mary Joyce Meckley and a nephew Collin Warner, Phoenix; an aunt Rosemary DeMetro, Waterloo, N.Y., and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 72 years.

Hachmann Mier Funeral Home, 100 N 6th St, Bellevue, Iowa,is in charge of arrangements. 

Elizabeth F. Berndt

Elizabeth F. Berndt, 91, of Dubuque, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Unity Point-Finley Hospital.

A committal service will be held 10 am, Friday, April 10, 2026 at Linwood cemetery.

Elizabeth was born February 11, 1935 in Winona County, MN,, the daughter of Rudolf and Emma Matthees. She married Robert Berndt and they moved to Dubuque in 1956.

She was a charter member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, was active in several organizations, and enjoyed traveling. Elizabeth was a devoted wife and mother of five children.

Elizabeth is survived by her children, Julie Butler, of Dubuque, Fay (Santos) Olivarez, of Aransass Pass, TX, Ellen (Jon) Meyermann, of Clinton, IA, Craig (Lori) Berndt, of Andover, MN, and Scott Berndt, of Dubuque; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; her brother, Donald (Elverna) Matthees, of Winona, MN; her sister-in-law, Pam Matthees, of Rockford, IL; and her nieces and nephews.

She ws preceded in death  by her parents; her husband; her brothers, John Matthees, Gerhardt (Dauphney) Matthees, and Marvin Matthees; her sisters, Ada (Lester) Iverson, Henrietta (Gene) Edleman, Mary Ann (Francis) Tointon, and Mildred (Donald) Nisbit; and her son-in-law, Gary Butler.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.

Cheryl A. Schwind

Cheryl A. Schwind passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on March 24, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Resurrection Catholic Church, 4300 Asbury Rd., Dubuque, IA, on March 28, 2026, at 11:00 a.m., with visitation at the church beginning at 9:30 a.m.

Cheri was born March 23, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to Charles and Leslie Hincker. She was the hub of her family. An avid reader, she honed her vocabulary, employing it for only the most esoteric crossword answers (and occasionally a few choice words for the Green Bay Packers). She had a keen eye for fashion and shared her husband’s passion for plants and flowers. She doted on her grandchildren and was always up to date on the latest book to read or pop-culture trend. Throughout the years, she was active in the church and steadfast in her faith. She leaves a legacy of love for her family, friends, and neighbors; a sharp wit; and a pie crust that will remain unmatched. May God rest her soul.

She is survived by five children: Terence (Dana), Jeff (Christina), Timothy (Martha), Elizabeth (Kenyon), and Michael (Kari), as well as thirteen grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Her dog, Beau, and cat, Posey, also held a special place in her heart.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John Joseph, and her son, John Francis.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to Resurrection Catholic Church, Hospice of Dubuque, or the American Cancer Society.

Daniel A. Osterhaus

Daniel A. Osterhaus, 73, of Mounds View, Minnesota and formerly of Petersburg, Iowa, passed away March 23, 2026, at his home.

Private service to be held in beloved memory of Dan.

Dan was born on April 24, 1952, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Ambrose and Emily (Goedken) Osterhaus. He attended S.S. Peter & Paul School in Petersburg, Beckman Catholic School in Dyersville, University of Iowa and graduated from Drake University with a master’s degree. He worked for Catholic Charities and Lutheran Services as a counselor.

Dan was always an Iowa Hawkeye fan, he enjoyed the outdoors, walking around the lake in his neighborhood and reading.

Survivors include his siblings: Joan Lahr, Doris Wessels and Rita (Paul) Wilhelm of Dyersville, Roger (Darlene) Osterhaus of New Vienna, Ruth (John) Ries of Hopkinton, Marian (Bob) Philipp of Edgewood, Shirley Osterhaus of Bellingham, WA, Dave (Marilyn) Osterhaus of Earlville, Loras (Penny) Osterhaus of Clinton and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws: Jim Lahr and Bob Wessels and four nephews.

Kramer-Morris Funeral Home (Dyersville, Guttenberg, Garnavillo, Monticello, Holy Cross) is assisting the family and online condolences may be left for the family at www.kramer-morrisfuneralhome.com.

Shelley R. Busch-Kubik

Shelley Robin Busch-Kubik, 52, of Loveland, CO, passed away on March 19, 2026, in Loveland. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena, IL, where friends may gather after 10 AM until the service begins. Burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery in Galena.

She was born on August 13, 1973, in Galena, the daughter of William A. and Gail (Root) Busch. Shelley attended Galena High School and graduated in 1991, and earned a degree from Madison Area Technical College. She worked in IT for the Wisconsin Water Department. Shelley enjoyed playing the saxophone in her youth, karaoke, dancing, rollerblading, skiing, and scratch-off lottery tickets. She loved being outdoors.

Shelley is survived by her two sons, Shawn McCarron of Middleton, WI, and Keven McCarron of Loveland; three brothers, Chad Busch of Blue Mounds, WI, Josh Regan of Cross Plains, WI, and Todd (Livvia) Regan of Edgerton, WI; and her aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

John T. Birkenheier

Charmaine M. Weaver

Charmaine M. Weaver, age 75, of Darlington, WI, completed her earthly journey on March 25, 2026, at him while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Charmaine’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Charmaine’s family.

Charmaine was born on June 16, 1950, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada, a daughter to Florence Chauvin.  She possessed a kind and gentle soul which she carried proudly throughout her 75 years among us.  Charmaine invested her working years in management with Champion Spark Plug and Siemens primarily, but ventured out on her own in her later years helping others with in-home care as well until she decided it was time to move into retirement a few years ago.

Charmaine eventually met the love of her life, Thomas “Tom” Weaver, and the two were united in marriage on February 14, 2021, which turned out to be a wonderful Valentine’s Day indeed.  Although they were only blessed with 5 years together, they were a productive, loving and fruitful 5 years by any measure.  You see, Charmaine had accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior on October 10, 2010, and from that point on her life was devoted to the ministry of sharing the Good News of Christ’s Love wherever the Lord placed her.  She faithfully served in various churches and ministry organizations while spreading the Gospel and calling others to faith.  During this time, her and Tom met and became a united front bringing their ministries together hand in hand and allowing the Holy Spirit to work as a team through their efforts.  Charmaine ventured into writing as well as studying and even stepped into the realm of online counseling as the Lord led her.  Her drive and determination were refreshed daily and the enemy was going to have his hands full with these two for sure.

We are surely broken hearted that Charmaine’s physical presence is now in the state of absence in our daily lives, but without a doubt, amidst the pain of loss is the joy of celebration as Charmaine’s is now experiencing the moments and days we can only imagine in person and in perfection as well.  No more earthly health battles, no more spiritual warfare, no more fighting with the flesh; only absolutely perfection in the presence of Jesus and the Father.  Thank you, Charmaine for making sure your time here was counted worthy while building real treasure where it truly matters.  May the Lord bless and keep you safe in His loving arms as we await our eternal reunion in time and may those words we all long to hear have sounded all so sweet to your ears when He said “Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things.  Enter into the joy of your Lord.”

Those left to cherish the memory of Charmaine include,

her loving husband,
Thomas W. “Tom” Weaver, Darlington, WI;

along with many friends and neighbors.

Charmaine was preceded in death by her mother.

Charmaine’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Agrace Hospice for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Floriene Necas

Floriene Necas of Grand Meadows passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 22, 2026.  A memorial Mass will be held at a later date.

Born on April 29, 1935, in Ionia, Iowa, Floriene was the daughter of Florian and Irene Roethler. She married Bernard “Bernie” Necas on June 17, 1958, at St. Boniface Church in Ionia, and together they celebrated 59 years of marriage before Bernie’s passing in 2018.

Floriene is survived by her children, Bruce (Marie) Necas and Jill (Todd) Link, as well as her grandchildren, Lindsi (Noah) De la Rosa, Blair Necas, Collin Link (Emma Blackburn), and Connor Link. She was preceded in death by her husband Bernie, her son Brian Necas, and her siblings, including her beloved brother Art Roethler, to whom she was especially close.

Floriene was a devoted stay-at-home mom who found great joy in caring for her family. She loved baking and sewing for family and friends; there was little she couldn’t mend with her sewing machine and a spool of thread. She was especially known for her delicious homemade cinnamon rolls, which were a favorite among those who knew her. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, gardening, crocheting, traveling, and sharing lunches and casino outings with her close friends.

A lifelong Catholic, Floriene was an active member in her parish, Church of the Nativity, until her health declined, cherishing her faith and the community she found there.

Mom delighted in helping others and was always ready to lend a hand or offer support to family, friends, and neighbors. Her generosity, kindness, and thoughtfulness were evident in every act, big and small, and she gave freely of her time, love, and resources to brighten the lives of those around her.

A wonderful grandmother, Floriene loved baking Christmas cookies and creating special birthday cakes, making whatever her grandchildren imagined come to life. She had a gift for storytelling and often entertained her grandchildren with imaginative, made-up stories, sometimes accompanied by fun popcorn parties that became cherished family memories. Above all, she treasured reading to them, engaging in meaningful conversations, and being a strong, loving influence in their lives.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Floriene’s name to Bernies Book Bank, which provides books to children to help foster a lifelong love of reading, or to a local children’s library of your choice.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to her friends, the staff at Grand Meadows, Dr. Kumor, and Hospice of Dubuque for their compassionate care.

Online condolences for Floriene’s family may be left at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

Ruth E. Marty

Ruth E. Marty, age 92, of Peosta, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home on March 17, 2026. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa, is assisting the family.

Ruth was born on September 17, 1933, in Washington Township, Monticello, Wisconsin, the daughter of Fred E. and Evelyn M. (Rote) Gempeler. She graduated from Monticello High School in 1951 and later moved to Madison, where she continued her education at Madison Business College. In 1954, she married Kermit (“Kert”) Marty at the Swiss UCC Church in New Glarus. Together, they spent 50 years in Madison, where they raised their family: daughter Deb (Dennis) Mathson and son Craig S. Marty (Rosemary Bauchiero).

She is also survived by two grandchildren, Christian (Madeline) Marty and Julietta (Parker) Scott; and great-grandchildren, Theodore and Dahlia Marty, and Otto Scott.

Ruth is further survived by her sister, Emilie Bau; brothers Ralph (Marian) and Ernie; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in 2024; brothers-in-law Bill Erb and Bill Bau; and sister-in-law Sharon Gempeler.

Ruth enjoyed working with numbers and built a career as a bookkeeper and personal banker at CUNA Credit Union and Monona Grove State Bank (now BMO). She found great fulfillment in helping her customers. She also served as a Girl Scout leader and Sunday School teacher.

Ruth retired in 1994. She and Kert spent 19 winters in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Always curious about nature, she loved learning about plants, trees, and animals, and she and Kert spent many hours exploring the desert terrain and discovering all they could about Arizona. In her later years, she found great purpose in sending heartfelt notes and letters to family and friends. Even at 92, she maintained beautiful penmanship.

She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The family will gather this summer on the family farm to celebrate her life.

Memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque, 1670 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, IA 52002.

Vicki J. Recker

Vicki J. Recker, 53, of Earlville, Iowa, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family, after a four-year courageous battle with ALS.

Visitation will be held from 2 – 8 p.m. on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Kramer-Morris Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa.  Visitation will continue from 9 – 10 a.m. at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville, Iowa, with burial following in the church cemetery. Rev. David Schatz will officiate.

Vicki was born on November 6, 1972, in Dyersville, Iowa, daughter of Von and Jean (Bockenstedt) Denlinger. She married Andrew Recker on July 19, 1997, in Dyersville, Iowa. They moved to the farm in 1998 where they farmed and raised their four children.

Vicki graduated from Western Dubuque and achieved her bachelor’s degree at Loras College. She taught in the Western Dubuque School District for 25 years as an art and photography teacher. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially the kitchen shenanigans of dancing and karaoke. She enjoyed spending time at their cabin in Lake Delhi making memories by the water. She loved creating beautiful spaces outdoors in her garden, flowerbeds, and around the farm.

She had a deep passion for art and shared that with her family and students. Outside of school, she continued painting, drawing, and photography in her free time. She was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. Family was the foundation of her life; she cherished the family vacations to Hawaii, Florida, and Jamaica. Her eyes lit up when she saw her new grandson, Lane.

Survivors include her husband of 28 years, Andrew; children: Madeline (Colin Heeren) Recker of Marion, Josephine (Avery) Tauke of Worthington, Isabella (Kyle Schirmer) Recker of Earlville, Vincent Recker of Earlville; parents, Von and Jean Denlinger of Cascade; grandson, Lane Tauke; siblings: Amy (Todd) Miller of Sioux Falls, SD, Martin (Jamie) Denlinger of DeForest, WI; mother-in-law, Virginia Recker of Dyersville; in-laws: Molly (Jeff) Juergens of Manchester, Sally (Bill) Schumann of Garber, Kathy (Bret) Platten of Marion, Keith Recker of Dyersville, Judy (Ted) Jackson of Dyersville, and many nieces, nephews, and special friends.

She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Philip Recker, and now reunited with the children she never had the chance to hold.

The family would like to thank the staff at St. Croix Hospice for their compassionate care; especially, Ann, Reece, Olivia, Emily, and Jackie. Also, a thank you to Jean Denlinger, Cookie Schermann, Shelley Deutmeyer for all their love and support they provided to Vicki. Thank you to the special friends who provided compassion, friendship, and meals to Vicki and the family over the years.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred for a memorial fund will be established in Vicki’s honor.

Kramer-Morris Funeral Home of Dyersville, Guttenberg, Garnavillo, Holy Cross and Monticello is assisting the family.  Information is available at www.kramer-morrisfuneral.com.

Sr. Lene Rubly

Sister Lene (Helen) Rubly, 90, of Dubuque, passed away March 23, 2026.

Visitation in the presence of the cremated remains will be at Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center from 10:00-11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 27, 2026 followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 p.m. Burial of the cremated cremains will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Guests unable to attend may participate via livestream at: www.youtube.com/dubuquefranciscans

Lene was born on May 20, 1935 in Petersburg, IA to Raymond and Amanda  (Bruggeman) Rubly.

Lene entered the Sisters of St. Francis August 25, 1953 and made final profession of vows August 12, 1959. Sister received her master’s degree in Pastoral Studies from Loyola University, Chicago, IL. She ministered in Iowa at Alta Vista, North Washington, St. Mary, Cascade, Manchester, Stacyville, Meyer, McIntire, La Porte City, Eagle Center, and Blessing, and at Holy Ghost and Hills and Dales in Dubuque. She also served in Cleveland and Hiawassee, GA, and Franklin and Scottsville, KY.

Sister is survived by her sister, Sr. Ann Rubly, OSF, and brother, Jack (Mary Ann) Rubly, nieces, nephews, and her Franciscan sisters.

Sister was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Rose Ann (Harley) Willenborg and Deb Young.

The Sisters of St. Francis express their thanks to Hospice of Dubuque and the Mount St. Francis Center staff for their care and concern.

Memorials may be given to the Sisters of St. Francis, Dubuque, IA.

Egelhof, Siegert, and Casper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Carol J. McFadden

Carol Jean (Marty) McFadden, 76, of Dubuque, IA, passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Stonehill Health Center in Dubuque.

A visitation will be held Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Leonard Funeral Home, 2595 Rockdale Road, Dubuque. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m.

Carol was born March 20, 1949, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Milton and Muriel (Lange) Marty. She married Richard “Dick” McFadden on September 26, 1970, he preceded her in death on July 14, 2012.

She was a lifelong nurse, from working at Xavier Hospital, Mercy Hospital, Medical Associates Acute Care, Surgery Department, and Patient Services. She truly lived a life of compassion and empathy towards others. Family was always the most important thing to Carol. She traveled the country to support her children and grandchildren, making so many memories and friends along the way.

Carol is survived by her children: Jeff (Anneke Gustafson) McFadden of Clive, IA, Jennifer (Eddie Argall) McFadden of Dubuque, IA, Michael (Ana Lemus) McFadden of Carlsbad, CA, and Matthew (Katie) McFadden of Dubuque, IA; grandchildren: Victoria, Eden, Liam, Camila, Alexandra, Nora, Kalen and Grayson; siblings: Tom (Cathy) Marty, Cathy (Bob) Keighley, and Connie Marty; along with several brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her husband Richard, her parents, and parents-in-law Walter and Lilian McFadden, a baby girl due to miscarriage, along with several brothers and sisters-in-law.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund in Carol’s name has been established.

The family would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, especially Kelli, the nurses and staff at Stonehill Health Center, and Dr. Angela Kelley and her care team, for their care and compassion given to Carol and her family.

Carol always wanted her obituary to be short and sweet. If you knew Carol, she has probably already told you ALL of her stories.