Obituaries Archive

Mary E. Thompson

Mary Elizabeth Thompson, age 93, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of Platteville, WI, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, August 9,2024, at Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque, IA.

Mary, born on October 28,1930 in Houston, MO, was the fifth child of ten to Jay and Matoe (Lilly) Gibson. Mary spent her childhood on the family farm and graduated from high school in 1948.  As a young adult, she worked as a salesclerk in Fort Leonard Wood.  On New Years Eve 1950 she met Bruce Thompson, of Platteville, WI on a blind date, while he was in Missouri on a survey crew.  The were married on September 15,1951 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Platteville. They welcomed their only child Cheree Rose in 1955.  Sadly, their union was cut short when Bruce passed away August 7,1962 after a long battle with stomach cancer.

Always a hard worker, Mary went on as a single working mother, employed for several years at Kreb’s Drug Store until it was sold.  She then worked as manager of the University of Wisconsin-Platteville Bookstore.  It was here she met Scott Jameson, with whom she shared a brief second marriage until they parted ways.  Mary then enjoyed many years in sales and bookkeeping at K&K Floors in Platteville until she retired.

She was a long-time member of Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, and in her later years frequented the Platteville Senior Center for meals and activities.

In 2014 she moved to Dubuque to be closer to her daughter when she started showing signs of memory loss.  She was later diagnosed with dementia and spent the remainder of her years at Hawkeye Care Center.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Cheree (Bob) Morey of Dubuque, IA; three stepchildren, including Rob (Lori) Jameson, of Plato, TX; granddaughter, Sarah (Mike) Woodward of Council Bluffs, IA; grandsons: Matt Morey and Jamie Morey of Dubuque; five great-grandchildren; two great-great grandsons; many nieces and nephews; and one sister, Sue Effie of Kansas City, MO.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bruce; five brothers: Walter, Gene, Robert, Kenneth and Keith, and three sisters: Lucille, Dorothy, and Mildred.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Platteville with Father Gregory Ihm officiating.  The burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Platteville.  Family and friends may call on Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church, where a 10:45 a.m. parish rosary will be prayed. In lieu of plants and flowers, memorials can be made in Mary’s memory to the Platteville Senior Center, 75 N. Bonson St, Platteville, WI 53818.  Martin Schwartz Funeral Home & Crematory in Platteville is serving the family.

Online condolences: www.martinschwartzfuneralhomes.com

Sr. Patricia L. Fitzgerald

Sister Patricia L. Fitzgerald, BVM, (Chrysostom), 90, of Mount Carmel Bluffs, 1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Sunday, August 11, 2024.

Visitation and the Rite of Committal for Natural Burial were celebrated Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024. Burial was in the Mount Carmel Cemetery. Sharing of Memories will be Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. in the Mary Frances Clarke Chapel at Mount Carmel Bluffs, followed immediately by a Memorial Mass at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Patricia ministered as an elementary teacher in Chicago; Kansas City, Mo.; Tucson, Ariz.; and Tujunga, Calif. She was an artist and art teacher in Chicago, Maywood, and Oak Park, Ill., where she worked as an office manager and a massage therapist.

She was born Dec. 29, 1933, in South Bend, Ind., to Lawrence and Lorine (Rivard) Fitzgerald. She entered the BVM congregation on Sept 8, 1952, from St. Francis Xavier Parish, Phoenix. She professed first vows on March 19, 1955, and final vows on July 16, 1960.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister Jeanne Marie Price, and a brother Kenneth Fitzgerald. She is survived by a sister-in-law Margaret Fitzgerald, nieces, nephews, and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 71 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at https://www.bvmsisters.org/support_donate.cfm.

Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd, Dubuque, Iowa 52003 is in charge of arrangements.

Janelle Donahue

Janelle Donahue, born on February 5, 1933, in Dubuque, Iowa, passed away at the age of 91 on August 9th, 2024

Janelle’s life will be celebrated at Resurrection Church, 4300 Asbury Road in Dubuque, Iowa, on Monday, August 19th, 2024. Visitation will be from 8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., all at Resurrection Church. Rev. Phil Gibbs will officiate. Interment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Forever remembered by her children Mary Ellen, Pat (Mary Lynn), Dennis, Paul (Becky) and Kelly.

Janelle treasured her 6 grandchildren Mike, Margot, Kenny, Kevin, Connor and Ciaran

She is also survived by her brother-in-law, John Donahue and sister-in-law Mary Carol Guerdette, many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews and lifelong friend, Marjorie Kurt.

Janelle was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph in 1976; parents Dennis and Mary Guerdette; mother and father-in-law TJ and Mary Donahue; her siblings, James (Jimmy), Eugene (Koosy), Richard (Dick).

Janelle and Joe were united in marriage at St Theresa Parish, LaMotte, Iowa on November 25th 1954. The parish where she received her holy sacraments and frequented until its closure. She and Joe became members of Resurrection in 1958.

She grew up on a farm in Jackson County and attended a one room school house on Skyline Road.  She attended St Joseph Academy (Class of 1950) and Clarke College.  She left Clarke College after earning a two-year teaching certificate and later returned to complete her bachelors in education in 1980 and a masters in education in 1987.

Janelle’s first teaching position was in St Donatus in a one room school house. She later taught at various schools in the archdiocese of Dubuque, spending the majority of her time at Resurrection teaching 3rd and 4th grade. After completing her masters she accepted her final teaching position at Kennedy Elementary teaching behavioral disorder students. For several years after she left the classroom, she consulted for the Dubuque Community School District and finally settled into a well-earned retirement at age 70

In retirement she gardened, traveled and spent time with her children, grandchildren and friends.  She was a lifelong advocate for children and education.

Janelle was also known for her strength and resilience. She was a woman of deep faith with an unwavering devotion to her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love and strength that will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her. May she rest in eternal peace.

Terry R. Harris

Terry Rhey Harris, 85, of Peosta, IA passed away on August 10, 2024. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 pm Sunday, August 18, 2024, at Westminster Presbyterian Church. A private funeral service will be held.  In September or October, there will be a celebration of life for Terry; the details will be announced at a later date.

Terry was born on October 18, 1938 and was the oldest son of Floyd “Bucky” and Verena (Bemis) Harris.  Terry was raised on a small farm on West 32nd Street in Dubuque, IA.  Terry was a 1956 graduate of Senior High School where he excelled as a multi-sport athlete.

Terry continued his education and athletic career at Drake University on a football scholarship.  While at Drake, he competed in the 1958 Sun Bowl game in El Paso, TX.  He then returned to the University of Dubuque and excelled in basketball and football while completing his Education degree.

It was during his time at University of Dubuque that he met the love of his life, Susan Casper.  They were married on April 9, 1960.  Upon graduation from UD, Terry began his teaching career at Jefferson Junior High and then Washington Junior High as a Physical Education and Science teacher.  Terry taught and mentored thousands of middle school students in his 38 years of teaching and coaching.  He also refereed numerous sports throughout his career.  It was an everyday occurrence for Terry to cross paths with his former students who would always greet him as “Mr. Harris” or “Coach”.

Terry was a great competitor in life.  He excelled in teaching, coaching, athletics, business, and life in general.  He always brought out the best in people and encouraged them to exceed expectations.  That included his children and grandchildren whom he loved dearly and always pushed them to be their best in school, athletics, and careers. He set the example to be kind to others and always put others ahead of himself.

Terry was well known as one of the best fast pitch softball pitchers in the tri-state area and pitched for many different teams.  He was inducted into the Dubuque County Fast Pitch Hall of Fame in 1981.  He was also inducted into the Senior High School Hall of Fame in 1998.

In 1979, while still teaching and coaching full-time, Terry started S&H Golf Cars, a Yamaha Golf Car business with the Sindt brothers, Vern and Lenny.  He continued that partnership until he retired from teaching in 1998 and purchased all of the business, which currently operates as Harris Golf Cars in Dubuque and four states.  The company was his passion for the past 45 years up to the day he passed.

Terry loved golf and was a charter member at Thunder Hills Country Club where he made lifelong friends and enjoyed many experiences through the years.  He was also a member of the beloved “One More Club” at Thunder Hills that met weekly after men’s league to solve the world’s problems.

Many will remember Terry as a spectator at his grandchildren’s sporting events.  He rarely missed an event and was always there early to get the best seats.  He was very proud of each of their accomplishments and loved to share that with everyone that would listen.  Often times, he used his coaching and referee experience to vocally share his opinion with others!

Terry is survived by his loving wife, Susan, two children, Scott (Juli) Harris and Amy (Steve) Haldeman, all of Peosta; 6 grandchildren, Shannon (Alex) Carrillo of Iowa City, Calvin, Maddie, and Brett Harris, Spencer and Haley Haldeman;  4 great grandchildren Violet, Ben, Emily, and Isabel Carrillo;  2 brothers, Gary (Kennie) Harris and Denny (Robbin) Harris, all of Peosta; and 1 sister-in-law, Zoe Casper of Dubuque.

Terry is preceded in death by his parents Bucky and Verena Harris, parents-in-law, Jack and Alta Casper, brothers-in-law Bob Casper and David Casper.

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

Terry’s family would like to thank all of the staff at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque, University of Iowa Hospital, Hawkeye Care Center, and Paramount Ambulance for their compassionate care.  Special thanks to Tom Buelow, Dave Clemens, and Gary Dolphin for their support.

Edward A. Deppe

Edward A. Deppe, 95, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Friday, August 16, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Edward will be at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be at St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Dubuque.

Edward was born on March 27, 1929, in Bellevue, Iowa, the son of Ed G. and Clara (Tebbe) Deppe. He married Theresa Mitchell on July 4, 1962 at St. Joseph’s Church, in Key West, Iowa.

Ed worked at John Deere Dubuque Works for 37 years prior to retiring. After retiring, he returned to Deere in Staff Management for an additional 17 years.

He graduated from the former St. Joseph High School, Bellevue, Iowa in 1947.  Ed served in the U.S. Army Reserve 389th Engineer Battalion for 15 years.

He was a member of Holy Ghost Parish. For many years, he was the President of the Liturgy Committee and in charge of decorating for the various feast days, including Christmas and Easter. He was a woodworker and made many shelves, benches, cabinets, and tables that are used by his family, yet today. He was interested in photography, politics and keeping the yard beautiful.

Surviving are his wife, Theresa Mitchell Deppe; one son, Mark E. (Debra) Deppe of Almont, MI; one daughter, Anne M. (Bernard) Manderfeld DVM of Faribault, MN; five grandchildren, Kaylin (Daniel) Deppe-Pacheco, U.S. Navy, HI; Peter (Terrah) Deppe of MI; Lauren Deppe of MI; Amelia (Michael Larson) Manderfeld of MN; and Anthony Manderfeld of VA; two sisters-in-law, Rita Manternach and RoseMary Wertzberger; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Cyril (in infancy); one sister, Helen (Leonard) Hafeman; two brothers-in-law, Ralph Manternach and Charles Wertzberger; and one very special nephew-in-law, Kyle Friedow.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Stonehill Care Center, or Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Eugene R. Sproule

Eugene R. “Geno” Sproule, 66, of Galena, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 11, 2024. A funeral service will be held at 4 PM, Sunday, August 25, 2024, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena, where friends may gather after 1 PM until the time of service. A committal service will be held at 11:30 AM, Monday, August 26, 2024, in St. Michael’s Catholic Cemetery, Galena.

He was born on November 11, 1957, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Raymond and JoAnn Sproule. He was united in marriage to Megan Chapman on August 11, 1979, and she preceded him in death on January 25, 2021. Geno worked for Thermo Fisher, and they closed after 34 ½ years of employment.  He then worked for Quanex Building, Louie’s Trenching at their Hahn Quarry, and for the Galena Golf Course doing ground maintenance part-time. He later married Connie Copeland on September 30, 2023, in Galena and she survives.

Geno enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and playing golf. He also couldn’t pass up a good game of cards. Geno’s greatest joy was spending time with his sons and grandchildren. He was an avid Miami Dolphins and Chicago White Sox fan.

Geno is survived by his wife, Connie; his two sons, Nathan (Michelle) and Joshua (Danielle) Sproule; two stepsons, Nathan (Paige) Simmons and Cody Allendorf, one stepdaughter, Emily (Noah) Simmons, five grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, four brothers-in-law, Rick (Mary) Chapman of Galena, Rod (Debbie) Chapman, of Oak Creek, WI, Kevin (Julie) Chapman, of Dubuque and Paul Chapman of De Pere, WI, six sisters-in-law, Brigid “Bea” (Kenneth) Ellerbach, of Dubuque, Cara (Roger) Middendorf and Kristen Chapman, both of East Dubuque, Lynn (Jeff) Bautsch, of Galena, Nikki (Scott Schemehorn) Dieter, of Galena, and Brenda (Dean) Beschen, of East Dubuque, mother and father-in-law, Wayne (MaryJo) Copeland, of Galena, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Terry, his wife, Megan, and a brother-in-law, Steve Chapman.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com.

Mary Jo Johnson

Mary Jo Johnson, 85, of Dubuque, died Monday, August 12, 2024, at her home.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Jo will be 10:00 am Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father Steven Rosonke as the Celebrant. The family will receive friends before the Mass from 9:30 AM until 10:00 AM. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Mary Jo was born December 24 1938 to Joseph and Mellita (Fox) Richter. Mary Jo was a lifelong Dubuquer, attending grade school at St. Raphael’s grade school, and graduating from St. Joseph’s Academy in 1957. She married John R. Johnson February 15 1958 at St Raphael’s Cathedral. He preceded her in death on November 25, 2015.

Mary Jo worked at Sears for many years until her retirement. She loved to travel and enjoyed many trips with family and friends. She  frequently water walked at Flora and Loras pools before health issues developed.

She is survived by three sons, John (Nita) Johnson of Peosta, Dave (Deb) Johnson of East Dubuque, and Jim (Cathy) Johnson of Round Lake Beach, IL; seven grandchildren, Elizabeth (Shawn) Thomas of Ankeny, Jeff (Caitlin) Johnson of Peosta, Andrew Johnson of Middleton WI, Natalie Johnson of Fort Collins CO, Ben Johnson of Red Feather Lake CO, Max Johnson of Chicago, and Jillian Johnson of Round Lake Beach, IL; four great-grandchildren, Madelin and Vivian Thomas, and Emery and Barron Johnson.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mellitta Richter, her in-laws Ken and Viola Johnson, and grandson Mark Johnson.

A special thank you Dr. Whalen and Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care of Mary Jo.

A memorial has been established for the Dubuque County Humane Society.

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

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

Gerald D. Allendorf

Gerald D. “Jerry” Allendorf, age 84, of Galena, IL, completed his earthly journey on August 12, 2024.  To honor Jerry’s life, a private family service is being held.  Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Galena.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jerry’s family.

Jerry was born on February 19, 1940, in Galena, IL, a son to John “Jack” and Anna (Miller) Allendorf.  He was united in marriage to Pauline Green on August 19, 1961, at St. Mary’s Church in Galena.  She was sadly called home ahead of him on June 5, 2024, after 62 years of marriage.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Jerry include,

his three children,
Keith Allendorf, Scales Mound, IL,
Leanne (Dave) Heffernan, Galena, IL,
and Wayne Allendorf, Scales, Mound, IL;

his six adored grandchildren,
Danielle Benson, Dustin (Nicole) Allendorf, Chad (Lexie) Allendorf, Cody Allendorf, Jesse Allendorf, and Cole Allendorf;

and his four great-grandchildren;
Liam, Brooklyn, Jovee, and Watson.

Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Allendorf; his parents; and his siblings, Betty (Melvin) Schultz, John “Bud” (Vivian) Allendorf, Mary (Charles) Schultz, Kenneth “Pete” (Ada and Mildred) Allendorf, Patricia Bruns, and two sisters in infancy, Arlene and Darlene.

Jerry’s family would like to thank Dr. Hernandez, along with the nurses and staff at the Medical Associates Clinic, Midwest Senior Care, and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Marlene R. Goedken

Marlene R. Goedken, 87, of Dubuque, died Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, August 15, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Marlene will be 10:00 am Friday, August 16, 2024, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father Jeff Frieden as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Marlene was born June 29, 1937, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Alfred and Lillian Pfohl Dean. She graduated from the former Immaculate Conception High School in 1955. On June 2, 1956, she married Richard E. Goedken at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dubuque and was his beloved wife for 61 years.

She was employed as a librarian at Holy Ghost Parish, followed by having various sales and sales management positions in retail and customer service for 50 years. She was a member of Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Marlene led a fulfilling life, with her family and faith of utmost importance to her. She was a “mom” to many, beyond her sons, because of her deep sense of caring for others. She developed many friendships easily because of her “gift for gab,” genuine spirit, engaging smile and cheerful laugh. Marlene enjoyed the simple things in life whether it was get-togethers with family and friends, fishing (although when she set the hook, we had to remind her not to turn the fish inside-out), playing card games, planting flowers or beating her sons in cribbage. She will be fondly remembered by the way she touched our lives.

Survivors include three sons, Daniel (Leslie) Goedken of Sugar Grove, IL, David (Jolene) Goedken of Potosi, WI, and Kenneth (Lora) Goedken of Asbury; six grandchildren, Sarah Carter, Marcus (Amy) Goedken, Jacob (Brittany) Goedken, Amanda Shoemaker, Zachary Goedken, and Nathan (Kayla) Goedken; one brother, Robert (Betty) Dean of Dubuque; eight great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law, Janann Vogt of Dubuque, IA, Carolyn R. Goedken of Dubuque, IA, and Bonnie Goedken Ready of Iowa City.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one granddaughter, Jessica Goedken, twin great-grandsons, Urijah and Elijah Carter at birth, one grandson-in-law, Terrance Carter, one brother, Donald (Darlene) Dean, mother-and father-in-law, Ludwig and Reinilda Lehmann Goedken, and in-laws, Duane (Marion) Goedken, Vernon Goedken, Herbert (Regina) Goedken, Melvin (Ann) Goedken, John Goedken, Francis (Esther) Goedken, Jim Vogt, Edith Goedken, and Delores (Melvin) Miller.

A memorial has been established for the activities department at Stonehill Care Center.

The family has deep gratitude for the many residents and staff of Stonehill Health Center that were very special to Marlene.

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

Kay Bernardi

Kay (Kathryn Ann) Bernardi was born December 29, 1928, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Constantine (Gus) and Antoinette/Toni (nee Kita) Anast. She passed away peacefully Friday, August 9, 2024, in Dubuque, Iowa.

Beloved wife of 62 years to Joseph Caesar Bernardi, who passed away in 2011. Loving and cherished mother of Diane (Anne Sheffield) Bernardi of Park Ridge, IL; Donna Bernardi Jacox of Chapel Hill, NC; and Joseph Constantine (Suzanne) Bernardi of Hazel Green, WI. Treasured grandmother to Laura (Ilan Moyer) Jacox, Nina (Dave Wielinski) Bernardi, and Giana (Eric Katz) Bernardi. Loving great-grandmother to Alena (Jacox) Moyer and step-grandmother to Jennifer and Shawn Courtney.

Kay loved education. While working toward her education degrees, she ended up being at the same college and in the same class as Diane, her daughter. While teaching, Kay briefly taught at the same school that her son, Joe, was attending. He and his friends cannot say enough about her concern for her students and the effectiveness of her instruction. During summers off, Kay shared her knowledge of plants with both daughter Donna and grand-daughter Laura, passing that love for gardening to future generations. Her passion for the arts brought Kay and her grandchildren to many museums, lectures, hands-on classes, and performances.

Kay enjoyed a wide range of activities. She loved to travel. She enjoyed the fine arts. She loved being outdoors, whether gardening or at gardens. She participated in yoga classes well into her 90’s. She enjoyed playing tennis with family and friends, and ran many races, including the first Chicago Marathon, with her daughters Diane and Donna. She was an incredibly productive, bright and always active person.

Beside her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and a son-in-law, Larry Jacox.

A celebration of life for Kay will be held in the Chicago area later.

In lieu of flowers,you can donate memorials to:
Hospice of Dubuque https://hospiceofdubuque.org/donation
Stonehill Communities https://www.stonehilldbq.com/donate/
Mount Carmel Bluffs https://preshomes.org/give/#give-once
Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

Visit Kay’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com to view a photo tribute and to send condolences to the family.

Terrance P. Fortmann

Terrance P. “Terry” Fortmann, 83, of Dubuque died suddenly Wednesday, August 7, 2024.  Visitation will be from 8:45 am to 10:45 am Thursday, August 15, 2024, and followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 am at Resurrection Catholic Church.  Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery. The livestream of the funeral mass can be viewed at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Terry was born November 24, 1940, in Dubuque, son of Robert and Pauline (Rutledge) Fortmann.  He was in the last graduating class of Loras Academy (’59).

After graduating from high school, he started his career in retail, working for many years for Roshek’s and Stampfer’s as a buyer and culminating as general manager.  He later went into real estate, as one of the partner owners of Dubuque Partners Realty, affiliated with Iowa Realty.  He was the past president of the Dubuque Realtor’s Association.

Terry was a past member of Dubuque Optimist, Knights of Columbus and was a scout leader.

Terry enjoyed a great game of euchre, volleyball and golf.  He was quite the competitor and was always up for a game with family and friends.  He also was an almost lifelong bowler, with a weekly team sponsored by Happy’s Place. He was a tremendous fan of the Green Bay Packers and Boston Celtics, as well as a recent fan of Iowa Women’s Basketball.

He was a longtime member of Resurrection Church, and enjoyed finding ways to support the community through raffle sales, parish counsel and fellowship with parishioners.

His greatest compliment is that he is a wonderful husband, loving father and a good man.

Terry is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Ida Fortmann of Dubuque; three children, Kristie (Pat) Doser of Solon, Beth (Steve Holzhueter) Ofstein of Ankeny; and Keith (Dana) Fortmann of St. Louis; and seven grandchildren, Jacob (Shonay Joe) Doser; Brett, Conrad and Sydney (Noah Christiensen) Ofstein; and Alex (Jordan) Fortmann-Tennison, Sam and Grace Fortmann.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandmother, Agnes Grady, and his brother, Robert “Bobby” Jr.  Memorial gifts may be sent to Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory as they assist the family through this difficult time.

John J. Wachter

John J. Wachter, 84 of Galena, IL passed away Friday, August 9, 2024, at Midwest Senior Care Community. A graveside service will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 11:30 AM in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Galena. Military honors will be accorded graveside by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

He was born January 27, 1940, in Dubuque, IA the son of Clarence and Bernice (Leglar) Wachter. John graduated from Scales Mound High School with the class of 1958. He was a veteran of the Korean War. John was united in marriage to Marian Wedige on June 28, 1962, in Shullsburg, WI and she preceded him in death on March 27, 2023. He was an electrician by trade and worked for Renaissance Restoration, and Petitgout Electric and retired from the City of Galena Sewer Treatment Plant. He enjoyed playing cards, and bingo. John was an avid Cubs and Bears fan.

He is survived by two sons, John (Margaret) and Donald Wachter, a daughter Mary Beth, five grandchildren, two brothers, Cletus (Shirley Hulscher) and Lewis (Maggie) Wachter, and his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and a son, Michael.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Susan M. Casper

Susan M. Casper, 66, of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Luther Manor Nursing Home in Dubuque, with her family by her side.

Family and friends may call from 10:00 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. on Wednesday, August 14 at Holy Ghost Church in Dubuque, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, with Fr. Steve Garner officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Key West.

Sue was born on May 13, 1958 in Dubuque, the daughter of Donald and Mary (Banfield) Gieseman. She was a graduate of Cuba City, WI, High School, the class of 1976.

Sue was employed as a dental assistant with Dr. Bill Stoffel, DDS, for approximately 20+ years.  She later worked in retail. Sue loved being with family and enjoyed spoiling her granddaughter. She loved dining out, with her favorite two restaurants being Breitbach’s Country Dining in Balltown, and Chops Kall Inn, rural Hazel Green.  She loved Christmas holidays, and the fish fries put on by her brother-in-law Jerry and her nephew Brian “Lep” Loeffelholz.

Surviving is her son, Dan (Janell Dye) Casper of Dubuque and her granddaughter, Lilly and Jasmine; four sisters, Judy (Ron) Ginter, Patty (Jerry) Loeffelholz, Mary Ellen (Jim) Wiederholt, and JoAnn (Scott) Kuhl; her nieces and nephews,Heidi, Paul and Becky, Brian and Jenny, Ben and Mallory, and Lydia, Tacia, Loralei and Nash.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Don and Mary, and an infant son, Jeffrey Daniel.

Sue’s family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at the University of Iowa Hospital, The Finley Hospital, and Hospice of Dubuque for the care and compassion shown to Sue and her family.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is assisting the family.

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

Harold C. Fleege

Harold C. Fleege, 99, of rural Hazel Green, WI, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at St. Dominic Villa, Hazel Green.

Family and friends may call from 9:00 – 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at St. Joseph Church, 780 County Rd. Z, Sinsinawa, WI. Where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., with Fr. Peter Auer officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Harold was born on January 28, 1925 in Menominee Township of Jo Daviess County, IL, the son of August and Dolores (Runde) Fleege. He was united in marriage to Marion C. Ames on November 14, 1946 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, IL.

Farming was Harold’s passion. He farmed in Bloomington, WI and Hazel Green, WI. As a true farmer he loved the sun in his face and the wind on his back.

Surviving is his wife, Marion of 77 years, five daughters, Ruth (Eldon) Sear, Dubuque, IA, Sharon (John) Brandt and Linda (Russ) Helbing, Cuba City, WI, Mary (Tom) Werner, Galena, IL, and Doris (Mike) Hayes, East Dubuque, IL; 10 grandchildren, Rob (Amy) Droessler, Kent, WA, Eric (Joy) Brandt, Dickeyville, WI, Melissa (Dave) Fichtinger, Rochester, MN, Carrie Tellevik, Wauwatosa, WI ,Katie (Chad) DeRosier, Yosemite Ntpk, CA, Tina (Troy) Marine, Muskego, WI, Heather (Craig) Roth, Hazel Green, WI, Keith (Chelsea) Hayes, Galena, IL, Nicole (John) Hayes-Austin, Christchurch, New Zealand, and Jennfier Hayes, East Dubuque, IL, 15 great grandchildren and 3 step great grandchildren;  a sister, Mary Carol Guerdet, Dubuque, IA; brothers-in-law, Fritz (Pat) Ames, East Dubuque, IL, Jim Schulting, Black Earth, WI, and Virgil Splinter, Platteville, WI.

He was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Lenny Runde, sisters, Eileen Rojemann, Irma Spahn and brother, Don Fleege.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque, IL is assisting the family.

The family would like to thank the staff at St. Dominic Villa and Agrace Hospice of Wisconsin for the excellent care Harold received.

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

Norma J. Lange

Norma J. Lange, of Dubuque, Iowa passed into God’s Heavenly Gates on August 7, 2024, at the age of 89.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 16, 2024, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with Rev. Steven Rosonke officiating. Private family burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery at a later date.

Friends and family may visit from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. An additional Celebration of Life will be held in O’Malley Hall in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Norma was born on May 27, 1935, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of

Herman “Cap” and Gladys E. (Roth) Rave. She married her sweetheart Joseph R. Lange on May 30th, 1955.

Norma is survived by her three daughters Laurie (Dave) Schoenbaum, of Bella Vista, AR, Lisa (Craig) Botsford, of Peosta, Iowa, and Jennifer (Todd) Bauer, of Bloomington, IL, eight grandchildren Joe (Trina) Murray, Kristi (Jason) Cottrell, Amanda (Roy) Jacobson, Justin Schoenbaum, Deanna Schoenbaum, Cali (Cody) Lawler, Ashley (Dylan) Gansen and Paige Bauer, six great grandchildren Brynn Murray, Rowan Murray, Reece Lawler, Trace Lawler, Wesley Lawler, and Lucy Gansen, sister-in-law Maryann Weis, and very special lifetime friend Joyce Huss.

She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph, daughter Kimberly Murray, her parents, brothers-in-law Clarence, Frank, Anthony, Eugene, Alvin and Gerald, and sisters-in-law Leona, Florence and Dolly.

Thank you to Hospice of Dubuque. Norma was loved by so many and will be greatly missed. She is our angel and will watch over us all, alongside Joe.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Norma’s name to Hospice of Dubuque.