Obituaries Archive

William M. McAuliffe

William M. “Bill” McAuliffe, 68, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City, Iowa. A private family service will be held Friday, October 27, 2023, at Holy Ghost Church, Dickeyville, Wisconsin, with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. There will be no public visitation. Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is assisting the family.

Bill was born on November 8, 1954, at Xavier Hospital in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of John and Marcella (Hesseling) McAuliffe. He graduated from Cuba City High School in 1972.

Bill moved to Rockford, Illinois and earned a BFA degree in Theatre and later an MBA degree from Rockford College. He worked at New American Theatre in advertising until his move to Chicago in 2002. He worked for Marcus Promotions as an advertising executive, selling ads for playbills in the Chicago theatre market. He retired in 2020.

Bill’s first love was the theatre. He performed in different productions. He also sang at family weddings. During his advertising years, Bill moonlighted as an usher at the major Chicago theatres. He was known for his dry sense of humor. He had a sweet and caring personality and loved his family dearly. Bill loved to just hang out and converse with family and friends or play some euchre.

Those left to cherish Bill’s memory are his siblings, Robert (Joyce) McAuliffe, Connie (Rich) Geyer and Richard McAuliffe; plus numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Daniel McAuliffe.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors, nurses and all the staff at University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City, IA.

Bill was a successful kidney transplant recipient, so please send donations in his memory to your local kidney foundation.

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

Richard A. Klinefelter

Richard Allan Klinefelter, 87, of Dubuque, died Sunday, October 22, 2023, at his home.

Visitation will be from 9:30 am until 10:30 am Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Lord of Life Lutheran Church.

The Funeral Service for Richard will be 10:30 am Thursday, October 26, 2023, at Lord of Life Lutheran Church with Pastor Karla Wildberger officiating. Military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard.

Richard was born December 30, 1935, in Mendota, IL, the son of William E. and Cecelia Alice Neideticher Klinefelter. On July 4, 1982, he married Gloria J. Purnell. They built their family through the adoption of five children with special needs.

He was a U.S. Veteran, serving in the Illinois Air National Guard.

Richard was very proud to be a railroad engineer for the Rock Island Railroad and Illinois Central Railroad for 35 years, retiring in 1996.

Richard was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Cubs, and the Kansas City Chiefs. He enjoyed traveling with his family, hunting and fishing. He was a hard worker, and got much enjoyment in rebuilding his cars in his free time. Richard especially loved his cats, Sweet Pea and Suzy Q who remained by his side until he was called to heaven.

Survivors include his wife, Gloria; his six children, Mark (Gretchen) Klinefelter of Diamond Head, MS, Travis (Kelly “Flipsydudah”) Klinefelter of Dubuque, Becky Klinefelter of Dubuque, Christina Klinefelter of Guttenberg,  Joshua (Sarah) Klinefelter of Dubuque, and Eric Klinefelter of Manchester; and  four grandchildren, Jonathan, Payton, Joshua, and Ty.

Richard was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Kurtus Klinefelter, one sister, Sharon Hardie, and one brother, William Klinefelter.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

A special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque and his Lord of Life Church family.

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

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

Leslie J. Toth

Leslie J. Toth, 85 of Dubuque passed away Saturday October 21, 2023, at Luther Manor.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 25, 2023, where a funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road. The Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Leslie was born on May 13, 1938, in Hungary. When he was 19, he fled Hungary and immigrated to the United States. He finished his education in the United States and eventually moved to Dubuque. In Dubuque he owned and operated the Olde Towne Shoppe, where he restored and sold antique furniture. He was a member of the Dubuque Jaycees.

He married Mary Daman and together they had four children. They later separated but remained friends. He later met Marilyn Kapparos and they were companions for many years until she passed.

He enjoyed baseball and camping with Marilyn and their Camping Club. He also enjoyed walking and could be found walking all over Dubuque.

He is survived by his four children Steve, Philip, Carolyn, and Leigh, along with their mother Mary Daman Toth; a grandson William “Bill” Wright Jr.; two great grandchildren Sophia McTaggert and Bailey Wright. He is also survived by his bonus family of Marilyn’s, her 3 children Richard Kapparos, Dean (Jessie) Kapparos, and Troy (Jane Rogers) Kapparos; grandchildren: Hillary, Dickie Dean, Val, Vanessa, Erica, James Jr., Michael, Jayden, Ellesha, Kaylee and Tristan and a great grandson Jiraiya.

He was preceded in death by grandchildren Stephanie Toth and Blaine Wright and his longtime companion Marilyn Kapparos.

Susan Bruck-Powell

Susan Bruck-Powell,76, formerly of Bernard, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at Ennoble Care Center in Dubuque.

Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fillmore.  A Scripture Service will begin at 4:00 pm with visitation to follow until 7:00 pm, Friday, October 27, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fillmore, additional visitation will be 9:00 am until Mass on Saturday.  Burial will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery.

Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.

Susan was born July 4, 1947, the daughter of Cornelius “Neil” and Amelia M. (Regan) Bruck.  She attended Aquin H.S. in Cascade and St. Anthony’s School of Nursing in Rockford, IL.  She completed her BSN from St. Francis College in Peoria, IL.  Her career in nursing included working as a Cardiovascular RN in ICU for 31 years at Riverside Medical Center in Minneapolis, MN where she was active in the Minnesota Nurses Association.  After returning to Iowa she worked at Mill Valley in Bellevue, Bethany Home and before retirement at Sister of Presentation Convent in Dubuque.  She married Arthur Powell on June 7, 1991, he passed on July 28, 1994.

Survivors include 4 stepchildren Debbie (Ken) Tanner and Tim (Lorelei) Powell both of Michigan and Nathan (Liz) Powell and Kelly (Phil) Johnson both of California, 24 step grandchildren 2 step great grandchildren. Susan and her sister Ruth (Joe) Sieverding of Bellevue were bookends to 6 brothers. Tim (Betty) Bruck & Tom (Bonnie) Bruck of Cascade IA Dave (Mary) Bruck of Denison IA , Ken (Marilyn) Bruck & Dennis (Kathy) Bruck both of Dubuque IA. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews and Bruck & Regan first cousins. All of whom she knew by name and loved dearly. Susan was always notorious for leaving bright red lipstick kisses on their cheeks after a visit.

Susan was preceded in death by her parents Neil and Amelia in 2008; her husband; and a brother, Paul Bruck in 1976.

Being born on the Fourth of July was so appropriate for Susan as she was always a firecracker.  She was a devout Catholic attending Mass daily when she was able; and praying a daily rosary.  She served as a Eucharistic minister and Lector in her parishes.  She was also active in the Pro-Life Movement since 1972.  Susan was an avid reader and enjoyed dancing, especially to 50’s music, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.  She was V.P. of Social Connections of Singles in Dubuque where she made lifelong friendships.  She also loved dogs and Peek-A-Boo served as her closest friend for many years.

Her family would like to thank MercyOne Hospital and especially Ennoble Care Center, her home for the last 7 years, for their wonderful care.

The family requests you wear purple, her favorite color to services.

A memorial fund has been established in Susan’s memory.

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

Elizabeth E. Wedig

Elizabeth “Betty” Eleanor Mary (nee Weber) Wedig, 85, passed away Oct. 20, 2023, at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison.

She was born Dec. 2, 1937, in Kendall Township to Anton Edward “Tinker” and Anna Loretta Weber.

She grew up in rural Cuba City and attended Sullivan School where she met her future husband, Arthur John Wedig, at the age of 8. She graduated from Cuba City High School in 1955 and married Art on March 2, 1957. Betty and Art had 13 children and farmed in Elk Grove Township until Art’s passing in 2003. Betty continued to live in a small house on the corner of the farm that her youngest son, Craig, operated after Art’s death.

Betty had a strong belief in honesty, independence, hard work and faith in God, and she instilled those traits in her children. She was a mother above all else. Everything she did, she did for her children.

Betty’s Catholic faith was unparalleled. She traveled to Medjugorje in Bosnia-Herzegovina in 1989 to view apparitions of the Virgin Mary. After Art’s passing, she took her vows as a Secular Franciscan and remained dedicated to the order.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 48 years, Art Wedig; twin daughters Mary Margaret and Mary Theresa; brothers Lawrence “Buddy” Weber, Marvin Weber and Richard Weber; sister Agnes Weber; sisters-in-law Jane Weber, Mary Weber, Jan Weber, Denise Weber, Dorothy Wedig, Jan Wedig, Mary Schultz, Betty Smith and Geraldine McCarville; brothers-in-law James Wedig, Keith Wedig, Bill Wedig, Kenneth McCarville, Bill Smith, Donald Westberg and Roger Fries.

She is survived by children Gary (Deb) Wedig, Cindy Wedig, Dennis (Lori) Wedig, Alan (Kathy) Wedig, Mary (Greg Sireno) Wedig, Pam (Blayne) Kirsch, Rodney (Tammy) Wedig, Ann (Ben) Kozak, Vicky Wedig, Carol (Clint Dusenbery) Wedig and Craig (Amy) Wedig; grandchildren Paul, Michelle, Nicole (John), Dominique (Zach), Adam (Kristin), Yanette (Joe), Yadira (Keith), Yesenia (Christiaan), Timothy, Elizabeth (Dan), Rebecca (Brett), Mary (Cody), Evan, Mitchell, Ryan, Kayleigh (Clarence), Kelsey (Gunner), Jacob (Joelle), Cristian “Gus” (Cora), Matthew, Shane, Chad, Derek, Joseph, Joshua, Lydia, Toni, Jack, Anna, Tabetha, Margaret, Gabriel, Daniel, Caleb and Levi; and great-grandchildren Axel, Nova, Sloan, Madik, Ryker, Atlas, Noah, Jaxson, Tucker, Colton, Rachel, Jacob, Joshua, Malia, Jack, Evelyn, Eloise, Eden, Olivia, Max, Miles and two on the way; brothers Vernon (Myrt) Weber, Verdon (Linda) Weber, Homer Weber and Joe (Linda) Weber; sisters Alvina (Pat) Runde, Dorothy Tranel, Sandy (Mike) Alt and Carolyn Fries; sisters-in-law Louise Westberg, Yvonne Wedig, Ellen Wedig and Barb Brennan Wedig; brother-in-law Lester Schultz; nephew Donald (Gail) Weber; and many other nieces and nephews.

The Rosary will be said at 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, at Casey-McNett Funeral Home, 123 N. Jackson St., Cuba City, WI. Visitation will follow from 3:30 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 26203 St. Peters Road, Cuba City, with Rev. David Flanagan officiating. After burial at St. Peter’s, a luncheon will take place at Mazzuchelli Hall at St. Rose Catholic Church, 519 W. Roosevelt St., Cuba City.

In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to the Art Wedig Disaster Relief Fund, One Organic Way, LaFarge, WI, 54639; or Pro-Life Wisconsin, 15850 W. Bluemound Road #311, Brookfield, WI 53005.

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

Carol Capesius

Carol (McLaughlin-Shanahan) Capesius, 85, of Bellevue, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023 at Mill Valley Care Center.

Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Family will greet friends 9:00 am – 10:30 am also on, Wednesday, October 25, 2023 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue prior to Mass.  Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery in LaMotte.

Carol was born July 31, 1938 in Maquoketa, the daughter of Justin and Georgia (Nemmers) McLaughlin.  She graduated from Academy of the Visitation in Dubuque in 1956-“Vis Girls”.  Carol married Allan Shanahan on June 14, 1958, he passed on July 23, 1970. Later she married Arthur Capesius on November 26, 1971, he passed on March 13, 2002.  She was active in Knights of Columbus and American Legion Auxiliary’s, and Rosary Society.  Carol’s passion was farming with her husband, playing Bingo, word puzzles, visiting with her grandchildren, watching Chicago Cubs baseball, and watching “wrassling” on Saturday nights.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Linda Shanahan, Glen Shanahan, Laura Heiken, Beverly (Jerome) Gaul, and Kevin (Karen) Capesius; grandchildren, Brandy (Michael Novotny) Shanahan, Cody (Alaine) Shanahan, Colin Shanahan, Andrea (Brandon) Ryan, Stephanie Heiken, Derek (Angel) Steil, Ryan Steil, Emma Steil, Kyle (Kelsey) Gaul, Jesse (Kelly) Gaul, Justin Gaul, Justin Capesius, Madelyn (Jason) Dura, and Will Capesius; great-grandchildren, Jenna, Rien, Makenna, Raylan, Kennedy, Kaiya, Isaac, Josh, Jaleb, Canaan, Brantley, Riley, and Cove; great great-grandchildren, Jameson, and Braiden;  a sister, Arlene (Paul) Shanahan; sisters in-law, Joyce (Harold) Gibbs; and Marcie Capesius.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands; fathers and mothers in-law, Leo and Anita Shanahan and Edward and Josephine Capesius; a sister, Doris (Ray) McLaughlin; two son in-laws, Steve Heiken, and Rusty Coons; a sister in-law, Jean (Bill) Dunne; and a brothers in-law, Raymond Capesius and Donald Capesius.

A memorial fund has been established in Carol’s memory.

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

Karen M. Hendricks-Scheckel

Karen M. Hendricks-Scheckel, 82, of Dubuque, died Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:00 am Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Cathedral of St. Raphael.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Karen will be 10:00 am Saturday, October 28, 2023, at Cathedral of St. Raphael with Father Dennis Quint as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West.

Karen was born November 10, 1940, in Dubuque the daughter of Fredrick and Marguerite Lang Scharff. She married Donald W. Hendricks.  He died October 6, 2000.  She married Allen Eugene Scheckel November 19, 2005 at Cathedral of St. Raphael.

She attended St. Joseph Academy.

She was a phone operator before working as a clerk at Eagles Grocery for 23 years.

She had served as president of Rosary Society at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Key West. She avidly followed Loras football, where her first husband had been a coach. She loved to bake and decorate cakes and taught cake decorating classes.  She was an avid reader, loved soap operas, playing euchre, cribbage, the Green Bay Packers and especially cherished time with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Al of Dubuque; three sons, Thomas (Cynthia) Hendricks of West Liberty, James (Julie) Hendricks of Lisbon, and William (Susan Grundberg) Hendricks of Des Moines; six grandchildren, Jacob (Laurie) Hendricks, Emma Hendricks, Hayden Hendricks, Dylan Hendricks, Samuel Hendricks, and Ella Hendricks; two great-grandchildren, Paisley and Amaias Hendricks; one sister, Marguerite “Peggy” Helling of Dubuque; and one brother, Fredrick Scharff, Jr. of Cuba City, WI.

Besides her first husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and son, David Anthony, one sister, Sue Hall, and one brother-in-law Bob Helling.

A special thank you to Stone Hill and Hospice of Dubuque for all their care and loving support.

A memorial has been established for Hospice of Dubuque.

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 Karen’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Anne M. Martin

Anne M. “Dolly” Martin, nee Billish, age 83, of Galena, IL, and beloved wife of Berney Martin for 29 years. Passed away Friday, October 20, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  A gathering will be held from 2 to 6 PM, Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the Robert J. Sheehy and Sons Funeral Home, 9000 West 151st Street, Orland Park, IL 60462. A prayer service will begin at 5 PM at the funeral chapel. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting in local arrangements.

Her biggest joys were laughing with the love of her life and spending time with her family, friends, and Tiki. She also enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, golfing, and card making. She was a beautiful, strong woman with a big, grateful heart and fully enjoyed her life. She and Berney were devoted to each other as only soulmates can be. Her memory leaves an afterglow, full of smiles and happy times. Like the sun on cloudy days, Anne’s spirit will live on in all those who loved her and the generations to follow.

Loving and caring mother of Richard (Bob Nielsen) Lawler, Michael Lawler, Margaret (the late Randy) De Salvo, Maureen (Paul) Gardner, Deanna (John) Rolence, and her little pride and joy, Tiki. Proud grandmother of Brittany, Brandon, Tessa (Jeff), Aaron, Paul (Maura), John, and Kayleigh. Cherished great-grandmother to Jeffrey and Elizabetta, and baby girl Gardner (due in November). Dear sister of George, Earl, Tom, and the late Richard, James, David, and John.  Adored sister-in-law, aunt, and friend to many.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

John E. Schroeder

With great sadness, we announce the passing of John E. Schroeder, a beloved member of the Phoenix, Arizona community and formerly of Dubuque, Iowa. John passed away on October 10, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, bravery, and love.

John was born on June 17, 1952, to Joseph and Cecelia(Portzen) Schroeder. He was a proud US Army veteran who served at the end of the Vietnam War. John was known for his unwavering patriotism and dedication to his country throughout his life.

John is survived by his brothers Joseph (Linda) Schroeder and Jerome (Linda) Schroeder, sisters Jane (Dale) Vollmert, Jean (Jerry) Huseman, and Julie (Celestine Cruz) Florez, and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and brother-in-law, Joan (Richard) Reinhold.

John’s last words were, “It’s been one hell of a life, and I have really enjoyed it, and I would not change a thing.” His family will miss him dearly, but they take comfort in knowing that he lived a rich and fulfilling life.

A private family service will be held at a later date to honor John’s life and legacy. In lieu of flowers, memorials, and donations may be sent to 2584 Dove St., Dubuque, IA 52002. Rest in peace, John, and thank you for your service to our country and your community.

Kenneth M. Kurtz

Kenneth M. Kurtz, 81, of Dubuque, died Friday, October 20, 2023, peacefully at his home.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 6:15 pm Monday, October 23, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Kenneth will be 6:30 pm Monday, October 23, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Pastor Dennis Schmitt officiating and military honors rendered by American Legion Post #6. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque at a later date.

Kenny spent four years in the Navy aboard USS Los Angeles CA-135. He was employed for 30 years at John Deere Dubuque Works, retiring in 1994.  He was co-owner of the Karmelkorn Shoppe, and Judy’s Family Treats in the Kennedy Mall for many years with his wife Judy.  Kenny was active in Alcoholics Anonymous for many years, he was especially proud of his 41 years of sobriety.  He was a member and extremely involved in the Dubuque Fellowship Club.  Kenny enjoyed his worship service at Dubuque Community Church along with his church family.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Kenny include his loving wife of 42 years, Judy Kurtz of Dubuque; four children, Kevin (Deb) Kurtz of Peoria, AZ; Jennifer (Tim) Fiedler of Dubuque; Mark (Lori) Chapman of Gilbert, AZ; Stephanie (Joe) Welp of East Dubuque, IL; seven grandchildren, Kayla, Timmy, Tyler, Noah, Katie, Sam, and Luke; and two great-grandchildren, Jesinya and Josiah; and numerous extended friends; and his loyal dog companion, Willie.

Kenny’s family graciously thanks Hospice of Dubuque and Chris, his nurse for the professional and loving care of Kenny and his Dubuque Fellowship Club and his other Alcoholics Anonymous recovery friends and Dubuque Community Church family.

In lieu of flowers, a Kenneth M. Kurtz memorial fund has been established.

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

John J. Cocayne

John J. Cocayne “Bud”, age 88 departed this world to start his next journey on October 17th at 6:55 AM. He is now reunited with his loving family and friends along with his beloved companion, “Gumba” Sadeegirl, who never left his side. He was a kind and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend that was loved by all. He could always make you laugh or give you a smile whether you needed it or not.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Linwood Cemetery with military honors by the Dubuque Marine Corps League and the Iowa Army National Guard. A livestream of the service may be found at Leonard Funeral Home’s Facebook page.

He was a very patriotic man who loved his country. He served a total of 29 years as an Infantry Staff Sergeant in the Army National Guard (The Red Bull) and as a Mess Management Specialist 1st Class Petty Officer in the Naval Reserves on the LST 1185 Schenectady. John was an excellent Chef and his culinary skills were enjoyed by many. He always enjoyed gathering with friends and family to share a great meal. He even entered the 41st annual chicken cooking contest and won for the state of Iowa.  His recipe for Chicken Rollover Delights was loved by many and went on to be published in The Chicken Cookbook.

John had a passion for travel, going on many cruises and traveling the world with his loving wife “Bwide” Janet. He was the bravest of the two and would try anything once… maybe twice. One of his favorite places to travel to was Europe.

John worked in the sales industry as a cabinet and millwork salesman. He had a knack for it and could sell a block of ice to an Eskimo. If you didn’t need anything before you met him, you did before he walked out the door. If his body was as spry as his mind, he would still be doing it to this day.

He had a love for motorcycles and owned several throughout his 35 or more years of riding. He wasn’t partial to any brand although his favorite was his Harley Softtail. This took him on many adventures across the U.S. with his “Bwide” in tow.

He was an influencer when it came to running.  Even if you hated it in the beginning, he would encourage you to try it. Some continuing and coming to love it! He enjoyed golfing and once actually shot a hole in one at the Lacoma Golf Course! He was a perfectionist, always active and very competitive regardless of the activity.

He had a love for history and had a passion for anything related to WWII.

For all the lives he touched, he will be missed but not forgotten. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 42 years; Janet M.(Person) Cocayne, daughters Laurie (Whitney) Patterson and Lisa (Mitch) Peterson, stepson Scott (Lynn) Resch, seven grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, multiple nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law Pat Cocayne, Jerrie Cheffer, Meg (Ian Grunberg) Devine, JoAnn (Doc Muhlbaier) Lutz, and brother-in-law Jerry Riha and John (Shirley) Person.

He was preceded in death by his parents John M. and Mildred C. (Lehnerts) Cocayne; brothers Marvin (Shirley) Cocayne, James A. Cocayne, Dale A. Cocayne, three sisters in infancy, his twin Gale A. Cocayne, Shirley A. Cocayne, and Joann M. Cocayne, three sisters-in-law and two brothers-in-law.

This isn’t the final chapter. Until we meet again…

Randy O. Starr

Randy O. Starr, 64, of Grand Mound, Iowa, passed away on Monday, October 16, 2023, at home.

Randy Owen Starr was born on November 8, 1958 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Earl Rupert and Ione May (Carr) Starr.  He attended schools in Maquoketa and DeWitt and later received additional training at Clinton Community College and Scott Community College.

Randy’s professional life was as varied as his personal interests. He served as a foreman for Johnson Industry in DeWitt for 17 years until 2001. He then transitioned to Custom Pak in DeWitt, where he worked until 2011. His final professional endeavor was as an automotive technician at WALMART in Davenport, from which he retired in April of the year of his passing. Randy also spent a brief period working in the maintenance department at the Wild Rose Casino in Clinton.

Randy’s interests were as diverse as his work history. He was an avid fan of professional wrestling and enjoyed playing computer games. He had a deep appreciation for music, particularly Rock’n’roll and old country. Randy was also a talented poetry writer and an avid reader, often losing himself in the pages of a good book. His love for the outdoors was evident in his passion for camping, morel mushroom hunting, deer hunting, coon hunting, and fishing. These activities brought him immense joy and provided countless memories for his loved ones.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Josh Starr of Grand Mound, IA, Sam (Jenna) Starr of Dubuque, IA, and Jessica (Marshal Schrieber) Starr of Davenport, IA; 5 grandchildren, Zazz Starr, Alex Starr Schrieber, Desmond Cook, Lilly Cook, and Liam Clayton; sisters, Carol (Mike) Evans of Maquoketa, IA, Dona Rawlins of DeWitt, IA, Glenda Richards of Indianola, IA, and Judy Marvin of East Moline, IL; sister-in-law, Pam Starr of Maquoketa, IA; and many nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Rick Starr, and a niece Lisa Yarolem.

His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. His spirit, like his favorite Rock’n’roll tunes, will continue to play on in our hearts, reminding us of the joy, laughter, and love he brought into our lives.

Friends and family may gather to celebrate Randy’s life with a memorial potluck luncheon beginning at 12 P.M., SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2023, at the Eden Valley Shelter, Eden Valley Campground, Baldwin, Iowa.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Randy O. Starr memorial fund has been established.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Online Condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Mildred C. Hoff

Mildred C. (Manders) Hoff, 97, of Bellevue, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 18th, 2023, at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue.

The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 24th, 2023 at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. The burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery in LaMotte, Iowa. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 23rd, from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, with additional visitation on Tuesday, October 24th from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home, prior to Mass.

Mildred Christina was born on March 17, 1926, in Jackson County, Iowa, the elder daughter of Leo and Lavina (Herrig) Manders. While attending a dance in Dubuque, Iowa, Mildred (Millie) met Cletus (Clete) Hoff. They married on November 20th, 1945, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in LaMotte, Iowa. After 53 years of marriage, Cletus preceded her in death on January 4th, 1999.

In her early years, Millie helped her father & mother on the farm. Following her marriage to Clete at 19 years of age, she and Clete operated their own farm, and continued farming throughout their lives. They spent many winters in Florida in their later years, enjoying the weather and new friends they met there. She enjoyed baking, bowling, reading, movies, crocheting, and summers staying and boating at Spruce Creek in Bellevue. Millie’s family and friends were her main focus in life and she was the happiest when spending time with them.

Millie is survived by her children: Joan (Jim) Parker of Yorkville, Illinois, Joanne Watters of Dubuque, Iowa, John (Ann Bernhard) Hoff of Bellevue, Iowa, and Barbara (Chuck) Davison of Maquoketa, Iowa.

She is also survived by nine grandchildren; Wendy Parker (Lenny Smith), Chris (Claudia) Parker, Jason (Lynn) Watters, Jeremy (Amy) Watters, Elizabeth (Ryan) Waller, Peter (Alyssa) Hoff, Harley (Steph) Davison, Carrie (Teagan) Rouse and Adam Davison; seventeen great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband Clete, her parents Leo & Lavina, her sister Valeria (Jimmy) Rea and son-in-law Jim Watters.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Many thanks to Sunrise Villa and Mill Valley in Bellevue, Iowa, for the heartfelt care they gave in her eight years there.

Margaret M. Callaghan

Margaret M. “Marg” Callaghan, age 66, of Hazel Green, WI, passed away at 6:01 p.m., on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Harmony Dubuque.  Inurnment will be in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery Mausoleum at a later date.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street is assisting the family.

Marg was born on February 4, 1957, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of William and Elaine (Heles) Callaghan.

Marg was employed as a LPN at several places throughout the years.  She most recently worked at Finley Hospital for several years until her retirement.  She met Meredith Rumble while working in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and they have been together ever since.  They married on September 15, 1992, and have happily lived their lives together for 31 years.  Marg was a homebody who loved her family and animals.  She also liked to travel to new places near home when she found the time.  Marg also liked to indulge in a little retail therapy on occasion.  She had a big personality and will be greatly missed.

Those left to cherish Marg’s memory include

her wife,
Meredith Rumble, Hazel Green, WI;

her son,
Zachary Callaghan, Independence, IA;

2 sisters,
Mary Callaghan, Dubuque, IA
and Patricia (Mark Sahli) Callaghan, Wilsonville, OR;

and a niece,
Callie (Zachary Engelman) Sahli, Troutdale, OR.

Marg was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, R. Joseph Callaghan.

Marg’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Harmony Dubuque, Caring Initiatives Hospice and the staff of Paramount Ambulance for the care they provided for Marg.

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

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

Edward J. Hebert

Edward John Hebert, 67, of Galena, IL passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 13, 2023, at Mercy One, Dubuque, IA. A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM, Thursday, October 26, 2023, at St. Michael Catholic Church, Galena where friends may gather after 10 AM until the time of service. The burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dubuque, IA. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

He was born June 21, 1956, in Savanna, IL, the son of Emery and Rita (Baker) Hebert. Ed attended Hanover High School, in Hanover, IL. He later attended Cosmetology, Massage, and Certified Nursing Assistant training, earning his certificate in all three. Ed worked for many years for Galena Stauss Senior Care Community, Assisted Living, and Adult Day Care. He also worked giving massage therapy in his free time. Ed enjoyed going for walks, visiting with friends and family, shopping at the stores in downtown Galena, and going to the Casino. He loved spending Holidays with friends and family.

He is survived by two sisters, Betty Wurster of Elizabeth, IL, Bonnie (Doug) Folks of Galena, one brother, Richard (Charlotte) Hebert of Woodbine, IL, five nephews, three nieces, eight great nieces, and four great-nephews.

His parents, a brother Tommy, and a sister Carol preceded him in death.  

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com