Obituaries Archive

Donald B. Campbell

Donald B. Campbell, 88, of Galena, IL, died peacefully on December 22, 2023. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

Don, and Priscilla, who predeceased him in 2020, lived in the Galena Territory for over 25 years. Both loved the area’s natural beauty, engaging community, and diverse plants and wildlife. Don and Priscilla came to Galena after Don retired from a calling in accounting and finance, which he began at Arthur Andersen in Chicago after graduating from the University of Illinois and serving in the United States Army in France. Don left accountancy for the manufacturing industry in 1970 when he joined the dairy machinery company Cherry-Burrell in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He stayed with the corporation that owned Cherry-Burrell for over twenty years, followed by a period with a consulting firm in Chicago in the early 1990s before he returned to Cedar Rapids to cap out his career with Kwik-Way Manufacturing.

Don was an active member of his community, serving on the board of the Cedar Rapids Symphony, raising money for the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation, volunteering with Junior Achievement, and, in the Galena area, working with the Rotary Club and Habitat for Humanity. Don and Priscilla both believed strongly in giving back to the communities in which they lived and worked, and they did so throughout their lives.

Don is remembered for many things, including his sense of humor, his keen intellect and interest in engaging in conversation, and his commitment to doing a job well.

He was devoted to his 56-year marriage to Priscilla, whom he missed dearly, and to his never-ending interest in learning; he was an unwavering believer in the value of education. An avid reader, he had a lifelong love of music, particularly opera and symphonies which he played loudly. Don enjoyed playing golf – he was particularly clutch when modest bets were on the line – and was a good cook who liked replicating and occasionally improving recipes from noted restaurants he had visited. Don was a great fan of Big Ten football and basketball, and we know that he pulls for the Fighting Illini even now. Above all, he and Priscilla were devoted parents and grandparents who put their family first.

He is survived by children Benton and Bethany, and grandchildren Emily, Evan, and Nathan.

A memorial service will be held at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Benjamin Christopher Tvedt Memorial Lectureship Fund, the care of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation.

We think about Don and Priscilla daily, and we are grateful for everything they did for us and our time together. As fundamental optimists who strove to improve themselves and the world around them, they embraced the saying, “Don’t be sad because it’s over, smile because it happened.”

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Gerald F. Schwartz

Gerald F. Schwartz, 93, of Dubuque died, Saturday, December 23, 2023.  Private family services will be held at a later date.

Gerald was born December 14, 1930 in Zwingle, Iowa, son of William and Amy (Fenton) Schwartz.

He graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1948 and served in the US Army from 1952 to 1954.

On February 25, 1956, he married Mary Beaver at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dubuque.

He worked at Dubuque Packing Co./FDL Foods for 42 years, retiring in 1993.

He was a member of Local 150 A, and the American Legion Dubuque Post 6.

Gerald is survived by his wife, Mary H. Schwartz of Dubuque; seven children, Pamela (Mark) Aldeman of Potosi, WI, Patricia (Tim) Gaherty of Dubuque, Joan (Bob) Anderson of Lockport, IL, Karen (Scott Meyer) Fitzgerald of Dubuque, William (Amy) Schwartz of Dubuque, Mary Beth (Mike) Gassman of Rock Island, IL, and Sally (Bryan) Daack of Dubuque; twelve grandchildren, three great grandchildren; and brothers in law, Gerald, Ray, Kenneth and Jerome Beaver and Paul Cook.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Amy Schwartz; parents in law, Phillip and Anna Beaver; a brother, Don Schwartz; brothers in law, Harvey (Ann) Beaver, Anthony Beaver, and Peter Cook; sisters in law, Ester (Henry) Ott, Marjorie (Leo) Frie, Katherine Beaver and Elisabeth Schwartz.

Sandra L. Henry

Sandra L. Henry, age 85, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on December 25, 2023, while at home surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Sandra’s life, a memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, December 29, 2023, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, 2921 Central Avenue in Dubuque, with Father Steve Garner officiating.  Family and friends of Sandra’s are invited to join in fellowship for one hour prior to the service at the church.  Burial will be in Texas at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Sandra’s family.

Sandra was born on October 6, 1938, in Dubuque, Iowa, a daughter to Gregory C. and Lucille (Fath) Meyer.  She was born with a love and adoration for family and friends which Sandra carried faithfully throughout her 85 years among us.  Sandra eventually met the love of her life, John Henry, and the two were united in marriage in 1960, and blessed with many wonderful years together, and a family of their own to raise and nurture.  Sadly, John was called home ahead of her in 2001.  Sandra decided to move back to Dubuque following his passing to be closer to her siblings.  She devoted her working years as an X-Ray Technician at the Northwest Hospital in Houston, Texas, always fulfilling her internal drive to care for others while making the world around her a better place.

In her free-time, Sandra always enjoyed sitting down at her sewing machine to work on her newest project.  She was also an avid fan of a little retail therapy whenever the opportunity arose, and if she was presented with a relaxing lunch date, or an evening to sit around the card table with family and friends, you could be sure that she would consider that to be time well spent.  But, for those who truly knew and loved Sandra, it was no secret that her greatest joy in life was spending time with her grandchildren.  She possessed an unlimited loving heart of a grandmother and was always fulfilled and internally satisfied when she could share it with those around her.  There is no denying that our hearts break at the mere thought of moving forward without Sandra’s bright and shining light in our daily lives, but we thankfully can find peace in knowing that she is now free from her earthly battles and is enjoying the eternal reunion with her loved one’s who have been called home ahead of her.  Thank you, Sandra, for living your best life without regret and for sharing so much love along the way that what remains now is an abundance of precious memories for all to treasure while we wait to see your beautiful smile once again.  May the Lord bless you and keep you safe in His loving arms until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Sandra include,

her four children,
Pat Henry, Corpus Christi, TX,
Kathy (Tim) Braden, Kerrville, TX,
Steve (Gyna) Henry, Montgomery, TX,
and Greg Henry, Las Vegas, NV;

her eight adored grandchildren,
Cody (Alex) Clark, Chad Braden, Ryen (Kelly) Llewellyn, Brandon Henry, Rance Henry, Kyla Henry, Jason Henry, and Devin Henry;

her two great-grandchildren,
Kastyn Llewellyn and Cooper Clark;

her sister,
Sue (John) White, Dubuque, IA;

her brother-in-law,
Cletus “Clete” Cashman, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of over 40 years, John R. Henry; and her sister, Sally Cashman.

In lieu of flowers, a Sandra L. Henry memorial fund has been established which will be donated among her favorite charities.

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

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

Dennis S. Ball

Dennis S. Ball, age 83, of Dubuque, passed away at 8:17 p.m., on Saturday, December 23, 2023, at Stonehill Health Center.  To honor Dennis’ life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at St. Raphael Cathedral, 231 Bluff Street.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday at St. Raphael Cathedral, with Rev. Dennis Quint officiating.  Inurnment will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.  Behr Funeral Home is assisting Dennis’ family.

Dennis was born on December 12, 1940, in Decorah, Iowa, son of Jay and Iyla R. (Casey) Ball.

Dennis attended Nativity Grade School and graduated from Loras Academy, Class of 1959.  After school he was employed as a milk man for Brookside Dairy.  When John Deere came to town he was fortunate to be hired by them and simultaneously worked the swing shift at the Dubuque Packing Company.  He retired from John Deere Dubuque Works after 33 years.  Dennis truly enjoyed his retirement to the fullest.  Dennis married his high school sweetheart, Judith Sands, on March 31, 1962, at St. Raphael Cathedral.  Dennis was a member of the Dubuque Boat Club where he was voted “Man of the Year” in 2020, and served as Commodore.  He also belonged to the Pistol Club.  He was always a very active member of his community who enjoyed volunteering with his friends and having a nice cold beer at the end of the day. Dennis had a zest for life.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, boating, regaling stories, telling jokes, and just being with people.  A good time was always found when Dennis was around.  His family was very important to Dennis.  He never missed an activity his children participated in, and went to extremes to attend his grandchildren’s events.  Dennis was a good man who loved his family and maintained many life long friendships.  He never met a stranger and didn’t have a single enemy.  He was an outstanding husband, dad and grandpa who was always the life of the party.   Dennis will be greatly missed by all whose lives he touched.

Those left to cherish Dennis’ memory include

his loving wife of 62 years,
Judy Ball, Dubuque, IA;

his children,
Dennis (Sue) Ball, Dubuque, IA,
Amy (Russ) Rubie, Winona, MN
and Steve Ball, Dubuque, IA;

his grandchildren,
Abby, Logan, Alexia, Elizabeth, Zachary and Jordan;

his great-grandchildren,
Evalynn, Camden, Cashton and Audrey;

his sibings,
Iyla S. Ant, Dubuque, IA
and Jon Ball, Eldridge, IA;

a sister-in-law,
Mary Gwen Ball, Brainerd, MN;

4 brothers-in-law,
Paul (Anne) Sands, Bartlett, IL,
Bob (Janet) Sands, The Villages, FL,
Jim (Patti) Sands, Dubuque, IA
and Ron Kutsch, Dubuque, IA;

and many nieces and nephews.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Michael “Wally” Ball; a brother, Karl Ball; 2 sisters-in-law, Diane Ball and Janice Kutsch; and a brother-in-law, Gunnar Ant.

The family would like to thank all of the wonderful people who have cared for Dennis including the ER and ICU Staff of UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital, 3rd Floor at Stonehill and Hospice of Dubuque.  Also a special thanks to all of our family and friends for their love and support, we could not have made it through these past months without you.

The family will thankfully receive your support through greeting cards and memorials in Dennis’ memory which may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Dennis Ball Family.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.behrfuneralhome.com

Delores I. Merritt

A cherished presence in our lives, Delores departed peacefully on December 23, 2023. Born on September 10, 1936, to David and Myrtle (Scholz) Pierce, she touched the hearts of those around her with her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love.

She was united in marriage with Thomas David Merritt on January 28, 1956, in Dubuque, IA. Thomas passed away on July 1, 2001, leaving behind a legacy of love.

A beacon of strength, Delores faced life’s challenges with grace and resilience. Her nurturing spirit created a haven for family and friends, where love and laughter flourished. Whether in moments of joy or times of need, Delores’s steadfast support was a source of comfort for all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Delores embraced life with a passion, finding joy in the simple pleasures and creating lasting memories with her loved ones. Known for her competitive spirit, she brought lively energy to every aspect of her life.

She was a dedicated teacher, devoting 33 years to educating young minds in the Dubuque Community School District at Eisenhower Elementary.

Delores is survived by her sons, Jeff of Spring Lake Park, MN; Dan (Wendy) of Dubuque, IA; Mark (currently companioned by Valeria Rad, and ex-wife, Zoe) of Meridian, ID; Greg’s significant other, Shirline Granzow, and Greg’s ex-wife, Becky. She is also survived by her sister, Susan Herron of Dubuque, IA.

Her legacy lives on through her grandchildren: Joe (Kayleigh Tuckner), Kiley (TJ) Lentsch, Morgan, Brandon (Victoria), Brock, Troy (Courtney), Ben (Nikki), Tim (Alyssa); and great-grandchildren: Brady, Mya, Leo, Layla, Malaya, Ainsley, Scout, Dodge, Hudson, Tinley, and Maddie Jo.

Delores was preceded in death by her parents, her son Greg, brother-in-law Jim Herron, and daughter-in-law Sherry Merritt.

Delores’s cherished fur baby (dog), Maggie, a loyal and loving companion, brought joy and comfort to her life, adding warmth and laughter to her days through their special bond.

Visitation will be held on December 29th from 11 am until 1 pm, followed by a service at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory located at 2659 John F. Kennedy Road, Dubuque, IA 52002.

In gratitude, the family acknowledges the “special angels” at Eagle Point Place and Hospice of Dubuque. A Delores I. Merritt Memorial Fund has been established to honor her memory.

May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may the memories of her enduring love bring solace to those who mourn her passing.

Linda Krabacher

Linda (Primasing) Krabacher, 70, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2023, at the University of Iowa Hospital with family by her side.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, December 30th, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home, 2659 JFK Rd., Dubuque. Memorial services and time for sharing of memories will be at 1 p.m. Saturday, December 30, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery.

Linda was born February 8th, 1953 in Dubuque, daughter of Alvin and Mae (Oberfoell) Primasing.  She attended Wahlert High School and Kirkwood Community College, and was employed at Target for 28 years.

Linda is survived by three children, William T. Krabacher (Sheila Altman), of Dubuque, Matthew Krabacher, of Fond Du Lac, WI, and Kelley (Tyler) Hough, of Washington, IA; two grandchildren, Sawyer and Landon Hough; a brother, William (Joan) Primasing of Dubuque; sister-in-law, Melanie Primasing of Cedar Rapids and a large extended family she deeply cherished.

She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant daughter, Kimberly Sue Krabacher; a brother, Dennis Primasing; and former husband, William H. Krabacher.

Linda loved spending time with her entire family and cooking holiday meals.  She was incredibly proud of her grandsons and loved spending time with them.  Enjoying nature’s beauty, creating handcrafted items, painting, drawing and reading the bible were her favorite pastimes.  She had a giving heart and was always looking for ways to help others.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be donated to a charity of the family’s choice.

Terry A. Strang

Terry  A. Strang, 62, of  Liscomb, Iowa and formerly of Dubuque, Iowa passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 22, 2023 at Unity Point Care in Marshalltown, Iowa.

A visitation for Terry will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church, 408 3rd Ave NW,  Cascade, Iowa.

Services will follow at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Mark Osterhaus presiding.  Assisting Deacon will be Steven Strang.  Burial will be held in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West, Iowa.

He was born December 24, 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Alan J. and Elaine A. (Morrison) Strang.  Terry graduated from Walhert High School in Dubuque, and Northeast Iowa Technical College in Peosta.  He worked in manufacturing and was also a volunteer for the Liscomb Emergency Medical Services and Fire Department.   He had a love for hunting, which was reflected by his teaching Hunter Safety for over 25 years.

He is survived by three siblings, Tim (Laura) Strang of Waunakee, Wisconsin, Dave Strang of Anderson, South Carolina, and Dan (Rhonda) Strang of Madison, Wisconsin;  1 niece, Jessica (Ben)  Johnson; and 8 nephews,  Nathan and Clay Strang, Alex, Wyatt and Bowen Strang, Cullen, Cayden and Carsen Strang; 1 great-nephew, Vinny Johnson and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a volunteer fire department or to Second Harvest Food Bank.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Duane I. Kruse

Duane I. Kruse, 82, of Dubuque, died Friday, December 22, 2023, at the Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 12:00 pm until 1:45 pm on Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory, 3860 Asbury Road, Dubuque, IA 52002.

The Funeral Service for Duane will be at 2:00 pm Thursday, December 28, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. Private family burial will be at Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

Duane was born February 16, 1941, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Arthur and Emma (Dausener) Kruse. On September 3, 1960, he married Mary Kraus at SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Sherrill, Iowa.

Duane worked at Sieg Auto Parts in the machine shop and later at Roeder Equipment. He really loved his job.

Survivors include his wife, Mary of Dubuque; four children, Ellen (John) Olson of Vinton, IA; Karl (Diane (Kleis)) Kruse of Johnston, IA; Mark (Lynne (Hardin)) Kruse of Davenport; and Anne (Kirk) Mitchell of Des Moines, IA; eleven grandchildren, Ben (Amy) Olson, Maria (Scott) Mennenga, Emily (Joey) Zweigart, Brad Kruse, Kelsey (Justin) Coaldrake, Scott (Claire) Kruse, Carson (Abby) Kruse, Will, Connor, Evan, and Emma Kruse; seven great-grandchildren, Madeline, Wesley, Nolan, Beau, Graham, Addy, and Kollyns; sister, Myrtle Kaiser of Cuba City, WI; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Jim Kraus, Willie (Norma) Kraus, Elaine Hildebrand, and Cheryl Kraus; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents Duane was preceded in death by a brother, Elmer (Ruth); sister, Donna; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Ireneus Kaiser, Larry (Jean) Nauman, Tom Hildebrand, Sue Kraus, and John Kraus; and mother- and father-in-law, Joe & Christina (Wilwert) Kraus.

In lieu of gifts and flowers, memorials may be made to the Duane I. Kruse Memorial Fund.

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

Christopher J. Noonan

Christopher J. “C.J.” Noonan, 60 of Bernard, Iowa passed away Friday, December 22, 2023, due to the progression of complications from a motorcycle accident in August 1986.

A Visitation for Chris will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., Thursday, December 28, 2023, at the Reiff Funeral Home in Peosta, Iowa.

Services for Chris will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at the Holy Family Catholic Church in New Melleray, (Peosta), Iowa with Msgr. Thomas Toale presiding.  Burial will be in Holy Family Cemetery in New Melleray, Iowa.

He was born April 6, 1963, in Monticello, Iowa, son of John “Ozzie” and Nancy (Weber) Noonan.  He is a graduate of Cascade High School.  He was employed as a window glazer for a company in Texas, prior to his accident.  Chris was quite a character, he enjoyed life and people to the fullest, especially his nieces and nephews, which he often referred to as his babies.

He is survived by four siblings, Amy (Cy) Kluesner of Asbury, IA, Vickie (Joe) Takes of Bettendorf, IA, Roger (Jessica) Noonan of Golden, CO and Laura (Jim) Barnes of Robins, IA; nine nieces,  Molly (Josh) McQuillen, Megan Kluesner, Morgan Kluesner, Emily Takes, Ashley (Jared Jones) Noonan, Angela (Chad) Bacon, Aubrey Noonan, Maggie Barnes, Emma Barnes and 1 nephew, Ryan Ruble.  He is also survived by aunts and uncles, Maddie Reno-Weber of Louisville, KY, Phil (Joan) Weber, Kathleen Weber, Charles (Marianne) Weber, and Russ (Cathy) Weber all of Dubuque, IA, Mark (Tricia) Weber of Omaha, NE, Jim (Terri) Weber of Chanhassen, MN, and Mike (Jean) Noonan of Peosta, IA.

He is preceded in death by his parents; aunts and uncles, Walter and Cis Meloy, Mary Margaret Noonan, Bob and Shirley Noonan, Pat and Mary Noonan, Francis Noonan, Danny and Mary Noonan. Paul Weber, and Richard Weber.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Carol A. Williamson

Carol Ann Williamson, 81 Years, of Dubuque, died on Friday, December 22, 2023, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.

Per Carol Ann’s wishes, there will be no formal services.

Carol Ann was born September 29, 1942, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Norman Francis and Mildred (Hadrava) Kunesh. On June 20, 1964, she married James Williamson in Chicago, Illinois.

Carol Ann worked as a Teacher/Librarian for the Western Dubuque School District for 26 years, retiring in 2001. She was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling the world with Jim. Carol Ann was a member of the Dubuque YMCA for many years and was also a member of the League of Women Voters.

Carol Ann was very proud of her heritage.  She was a 100%, 2nd generation Czech-American, as all four of her grandparents immigrated from Prague, the capital of what is now the Czech Republic. She lived her heritage by being a faithful member, supporter, and frequent visitor to the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Carol Ann believed in supporting many causes, charities, and organizations that she deemed worthy.  A partial list of these include the American Indian College Fund, Bread For The World, Doctors Without Borders, the Dubuque Food Pantry, Friends of the Carnegie-Stout Library, Greenpeace, Heifer International, the Jane Goodall Institute (chimpanzees), The National Alliance For The Mentally Ill (NAMI), the National Park Conservation Association, the George M. Pullman Educational Foundation (college scholarships), the Salvation Army, and UNICEF.  She would certainly be pleased if you made donations to any of these in her name.

Survivors include her husband, James Williamson; one daughter, Kimberly Kelly (Derrick) Anderson; granddaughter, Kaitlyn Anderson; and one brother, Norman Francis (Guiqin) Kunesh, Jr.

Carol Ann was preceded in death by her parents.

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

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

James J. Gulyash Sr.

James J. “Goose” Gulyash Sr., 86, of Dubuque, died Friday, December 22, 2023, at his home in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for James will be 10:00 am Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father Steven Rosonke as the Celebrant. Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West.

Goose was born November 8, 1937, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Stephen and Julia (Abitz) Gulyash. On June 21, 1958, he married Anita Mary Herbst at St. Philomena Catholic Church in Dubuque, Iowa. He worked at Dubuque Packing Company for twenty eight years.

Goose was a long time member of the Dubuque Eagles Club. He absolutely loved playing fast pitch softball and played for numerous teams throughout the years in Dubuque. Goose was inducted into the Kiwanis Fast Pitch Hall of Fame in 1991 and the Dubuque Fast Pitch Hall of Fame in 1998. Goose also enjoyed bowling, throwing horseshoes, fishing, and was a lifelong Yankees fan. He also enjoyed nights spent at Rhody’s and time spent at Charlie and Blonde’s cottage in East Dubuque. Above all though, he loved to spend time with family and friends. He and Anita spent over 25 years camping at Leisure Lake, they also enjoyed family vacations to Minnesota. After having open heart surgery, Goose gained even more family with his Mended Hearts rehab family.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Anita of Dubuque; three children, Beverly Clancy, Jane (Dean) Schwartz, and James (Donna) Gulyash Jr. all of Dubuque, IA; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren with one more on the way; two sisters, Rita Reicher and Mary Weidenmann; brother, Jay (Barb) Gulyash; sister-in-law, Dee Gulyash; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ron Sr. and Steve Gulyash; sister, Virginia (Richard) Stoffel; two brothers-in-law, Don Weidenmann and Wayne Reicher; and nephew, Scott Gulyash; and sisters and brothers-in-law, Florence (Charles) Weiland, Arlene (Charles) Chapman, Roslyn (Tom) Ehrlich, Leo (Toots) Herbst, Betty (Bill) Theisen, Sylvia (Ken) Dietz, and LaVon (Leo) Abitz.

The family would like to extend a special Thank You to all of the staff with Hospice of Dubuque, especially, Angela.

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

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

Kathryn J. Moyer

Kathryn J. Moyer, age 73, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on December 20, 2023, at Dubuque Specialty Care.  To honor Kathryn’s life, a private family service is being held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Kathryn’s family.

Kathryn was born on November 22, 1950, in Davenport, IA, a daughter to Darrel and Helen (Hein) Brockmeyer.  She was a kind and gentle soul who spent the majority of her working years in retail with Woolworth’s Department Stores, but also spent some of her later years working in the housekeeping department at Ecumenical Towers.  In her free-time, Kathryn always enjoyed going out dancing with family and friends. In her younger years, if the opportunity arose to spend a little time around the table, she was always willing to share her skills with a Monopoly board in front of her, or playing Crazy 8’s with anyone who was up to the challenge.  As time passed, Kathryn found peace and joy in simply working on her newest adult coloring books whenever possible.  We are going to miss Kathryn, but she is now at home in the grace-filled and loving arms of her Lord and Savior.  Thank you, Kathryn, for sharing your light with the world when you could and for leaving behind some wonderful memories for those who loved and adored you to treasure until we all meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Kathryn include,

her two children,
Alex Peel and Angela Peel-Krohse;

her six grandchildren;

her siblings,
Allen (Barb) Brockmeyer and David (Sue) Brockmeyer;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Kathryn was preceded in death by her parents.

Kathryn’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Dubuque Specialty Care for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Sandra Kay Moore

Sandra Kay “Sandy” Moore, 81, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on December 20, 2023, at Stonehill Care Center.

A memorial gathering will be 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 27th, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

Sandy was born on September 2, 1942, in Tuscola, Illinois, the daughter of Edward and Mildred (Tresenriter) Moore.

She received her BA and MA from Eastern Ill. University, Charleston, IL and her PhD from University of Iowa.

Sandy dedicated her life to education and worked as an elementary teacher, Junior High and college teacher. She was an Assistant Director for Phi Lamba Theta, and lastly a Consultant with Keystone Area Education Agency.

Sandy’s hobbies included needlework, music and reading. She was a member of United Methodist Women, Phi Lamba Theta, Phi Beta Kappa, National Education Association.

She is preceded in death by her Grandparents George and Gertrude Tresenriter; her mother Mildred Tresenriter Darley; her aunts Shirley and Gayle; and her uncle Bill.

Also, her companions who are dearest to her heart, her special Dachsunds.

Survived by numerous cousins.

Special thanks for the exceptional friendship and care of Zeiben and Chris Keister and Helen Schaub.

Anyone wishing to make a memorial donation should be designated to Dubuque Humane Society.

The family wishes to thank Stonehill Health Center, Hospice of Dubuque, Dr. Thomas Schreiber and his staff for all the wonderful care they provided to Sandy.

Marie R. Dietzel

Marie R. Dietzel, 91, of Cuba City, Wisconsin, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, December 29, 2023 at St. Rose of Lima Church, Cuba City, Wisconsin, with Rev. Gregory Ihm officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends and family may call from 3-7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 28 at Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Cuba City, where there will be a Parish Rosary Service at 2:40 p.m.

Marie was born on October 15, 1932 in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, the daughter of Anthony J. and Rachel (Kuhl) Deutsch. She was baptized by her great uncle, Fr. Grieveldinger, at Immaculate Conception Parish in Kieler, Wisconsin. She attended a one room school in Menominee and graduated from high school at St. Clara Academy. After graduation, Marie met the love of her life, Arnold Dietzel of Dickeyville, Wisconsin, at a dance on Valentine’s Day in 1954. On December 29, 1955, they were married at Nativity B.V.M. Church, Menominee, Illinois. He preceded her in death on October 19, 2005.

Marie and Arnold farmed for over 30 years west of Georgetown, Wisconsin, working side by side and raising their six children. After retiring from farming, Marie was employed in Dubuque, Iowa, at Hills and Dales and Dubuque Golf and Country Club. Later, Marie and Arnold sold the farm and moved to Cuba City, Wisconsin, where she provided in-home daycare for 12 years. Following Arnold’s death in 2005, Marie worked for Belmont Township Recycling Center, and at the age of 78, she decided it was time to retire.

Marie then made the Cuba City Apartments her home, making many friends along the way. She enjoyed having all family gatherings at her home, as well as cooking, baking, playing cards and completing puzzles. Most importantly, her family always came first.

Marie is survived by her children, Tim (Terri) Dietzel, Horseshoe Bend, AR, Suzanne (Rod) Wilson, LaValle, WI, Pam (Randy) Timmerman, Hazel Green, WI, Randy (Amy) Dietzel, Sturgeon Bay, WI, Terry (Jodi) Dietzel, Oakfield, WI, and Sarah (Bill) Lolwing, Lancaster, WI; 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Eileen (Dick) Riniker, Dubuque, IA; and a brother-in-law, Edmund Dietzel, Cuba City, WI.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Sr. Mary Rachel Deutsch; three brothers, Anthony, Joseph and Francis Deutsch; a granddaughter, Jennifer Dietzel-Harmuth; and her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Regina and Leonard Dietzel.

In lieu of flowers, a Marie R. Dietzel Memorial Fund has been established. Memorials may be sent to the funeral home at 123 N. Jackson St., Cuba City, WI 53807. 

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staffs of Edenbrook and St. Croix Hospice for their care of Marie. 

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseymcnett.com.

Donald R. Schmitt

Donald R. Schmitt, 83, of Holy Cross passed away Friday, December 15, 2023.  Private graveside services were held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Rickardsville.

Donald was born September 29, 1940, son of Raymond and Anna Marie (Arlen) Schmitt.

He farmed in the Holy Cross area.

Included in the survivors is a brother, Michael (Michele) Schmitt of Holy Cross and their sons.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Ronald.

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