Obituaries Archive

Barbara A. Mullady

Barbara A. “Barb” Mullady, age 65, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on September 27, 2023, at UnityPoint Finley Hospital in Dubuque with her loving family by her side.  To honor Barb’s life, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Barb’s family.

Barb was born on July 21, 1958, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Bernard “Bernie” and Elizabeth “Betty” (Beauchamp) Mullady.  She was born and raised in Dubuque and enjoyed the opportunity to be surrounded by family and friends throughout her entire life.  Barb devoted over 27 years of her working career at the Diamond Jo Casino.  She spent her days visiting with her co-workers as well as the folks who came in to test their luck on any given day.  In her free-time, Barb was always up for a little retail therapy and antiquing whenever possible, or catching the next great rock concert that made it’s way into the area.  She also enjoyed spending a little time in her gardens, as well as warm summer days out at Leisure Lake.  Her greatest joy though was surely found in following her grandkids around and attending their school programs and sporting events.  Barb treasured her loved one’s most and any hour spent by their side was considered to be time well spent.  We will miss our dear Barb moving forward, her quite contentment and ability to simply be in the moment, but we know that her earthly battles have been fought with diligence and now she must rest from those trials.  Thank you, Barb, for leaving behind plenty of memories to help ease the pain of your absence and may you find eternal peace until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Barb include,

her two loving children,
Joshua “Josh” (Victoria) Mullady, Hendersonville, TN,
and Kaylyn “Katie” (fiancé Justin Paisley) Mullady, Dubuque, IA;

her three adored grandchildren,
Cody “C.J.” Springer, Jr.,
Annabella Paisley,
and Xzayvior Paisley, all of Dubuque, IA;

her brother,
William “Billy” Mullady, Bernard, IA;

her niece and nephew,
Alanna Mullady,
and Bernie (Katie) Mullady, Wauconda, IL;

her great-nephew,
Sterling Mullady, Wauconda, IL;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Barb was preceded in death by her parents; and her sister, Betsy Mullady.

Barb’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Finley Hospital, especially Diane, for all of the professional and compassionate care they have provided both Barb and her family.

In lieu of flowers, a Barbara A. Mullady memorial fund has been established.

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

Reilly M. Harris

Georgia L. Lambe

Georgia Lee Lambe, 79, of Lowden, IA, formerly of Dubuque, passed away on September 21, 2023, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

Services will be Saturday, October 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Garryowen with Fr. Mark Osterhaus officiating.  Burial will follow at St. Aloyisius Cemetery, South Garryowen.  Visitation will be on Friday, October 13, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd., Dubuque, IA.

Georgia was born on June 30, 1944, in Maquoketa, IA, the daughter of Leroy and Madonna (Watters) Marcus of Otter Creek, IA.  She attended St. Lawrence grade school, Holy Rosary High School in LaMotte, Clarke College and NICC.

She married Patrick Lambe on May 29, 1965, at St. Lawrence in Otter Creek, IA.

Through the years she worked at The Wedding Dress shop in Dubuque and in Scottsdale, AZ she worked for Dr. Robert Atwood and Cigna Medical Group.

Georgia belonged to a beading club in AZ, 4H and quilting clubs.  She loved being a farm wife and raising her children.  She also enjoyed spending time with her grandson, great grandchildren, playing cards, showing cattle, 4H projects, vacations, camping, riding horses and spending time with family and friends.

She is survived by her son Kurt, daughter Kris Norris (Rich Bails), grandson Brian (Kelsey), great grandchildren Troy and Finn, brother Gary Marcus, many cousins, nieces, nephews, brother, and sisters-in-law.

Georgia was preceded in death by an infant son Kevin, husband Pat, her mom and dad, her mother and father-in-law Francis and Pauline Lambe, sister Mary Jean Marcus Felton (Denny).

The family wishes to thank Kris Norris and Rich Bails for mom’s home health care.

Linda R. Schmidt

Linda R. Schmidt, age 72, has joined our Lord on September 12, 2023, after a long battle with cancer.  At the time of her passing, she was surrounded and comforted by family.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 7, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. The burial will be at Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

Linda was born on February 22, 1951, in Dubuque, Iowa.  The daughter of Charles and Elsie (Haar) Beversdorf, she married Robert Schmidt on October 7, 1972, at Saint John’s Lutheran Church.

Linda was most recently employed at St. Mark’s Youth Enrichment for the last 20 years, retiring in 2022.  Throughout her life, Linda enjoyed traveling, going on cruises, or participating in many other outdoor activities.  She enjoyed spending time with her husband and family on the Mississippi River waterskiing or enjoying time at their cabin north of Bellevue.  She was active and played on multiple volleyball and softball teams in the tri-state area.  Even with these activities, she found time to relax by reading a good book, watching a movie, or putting together a jigsaw puzzle.  Her family is very grateful for the memories and experiences that she provided them throughout her lifetime.

Linda is survived by her two children: Gregory (Lisa) Schmidt of Kalona, granddaughter Aimee (Jake) Forgie of Washington, great-granddaughter Raegan; Charles (Nina) Schmidt and grandchildren Sophia and William of Aurora, South Dakota. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.

Her parents, Charles and Elsie Beversdorf, a sister Rita Mae Beversdorf, a brother Ronald Beversdorf, and her husband Robert Schmidt precede Linda in death.

Linda wishes to thank Dr. Nelson, the Hospice of Dubuque staff (Angela, Amy), as well as the numerous nurses and staff at Luther Manor – Grand Meadows that provided her care and comfort in her final days.

Memorial gifts may be donated to either St. Mark’s Youth Enrichment Center or to Hospice of Dubuque.

Joseph G. Gansemer

Joseph G. Gansemer, 90, of Dubuque passed away on September 27, 2023, at Bethany Home in Dubuque, IA.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 6, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, with Military Honors accorded at 7:00 p.m. by the American Legion Post #6 of Dubuque.  A memorial service will follow.

Joe was born on April 10, 1933, in Holy Cross, IA, son of Martin and Mary (Clemen) Gansemer.

He graduated from Xavier Catholic High School, Dyersville, IA, in 1952. Joe served in the navy from 1953 – 1957 as a navigator on the U.S.S. Cabildo.

On October 15, 1956, he married Kay Mohr at the Basilica in Dyersville, IA.

He was a carpenter by trade and owned Gansemer Construction Co. from 1979 until he retired in 2011.

He was a member of the landlord and veteran association.

One of Joe’s greatest joys was his granddaughter Kaycee, he loved cruising and teaching her to drive his Mustang convertible called “Joe’s Toy”.  He loved to travel with his wife Kay, and he really enjoyed taking his family to his favorite restaurant, Timmermans.  He always had the biggest Christmas tree in the neighborhood and loved seeing his three daughters together on the holidays, where he loved to sing and harmonize together (we were pretty good at that).

Joe is survived by daughter Barbara “Tasha” (Tom) Owen of Tacoma, WA, daughter Sherri Gansemer of Dubuque, granddaughter Kaycee Ploessl of Dubuque, brother Sylvester (Betty) Gansemer of Dyersville, Sister and brothers-in-law, Shirley and Harland Thillen of Port Lucy, FL, Joann Gansemer of Dubuque, Phyliss Gansemer of Dixon, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents Martin and Mary Gansemer, his wife Kay, his daughter and son-in-law Carmen and Ron Bunse of Brookfield, MO, brothers, and sisters-in-law Ralph (Lori) Gansemer, Lavern (Kay) Gansemer, Marty Gansemer, Jerry Gansemer, Jack and Jeanette (Gansemer) Neiland, Mike and Mary Ann (Gansemer) Elliott, Robert Gansemer in infancy, brother-in-law Bud Mohr.

In lieu of flowers, A Joe Gansemer memorial fund has been established.  The family would like to thank Bethany Home for all the love and care they gave to dad especially in the last few weeks.  He also enjoyed cocktail hour on Thursday night there.

Lauleen Jo Randolph Krumviede

Lauleen Jo Randolph Krumviede died on Monday, September 25, 2023 at Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna, IL.  She lived most of her life in the Maquoketa area of Jackson County, Iowa.

Lauleen was born on December 24, 1952 in Maquoketa, Jackson County, Iowa to Marion and Leora (Bartels) Randolph. She was the oldest of four siblings. She graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1971 where she said she excelled in math and English. She attended some college in Clinton and Dubuque. She married Robert Warner in Maquoketa in 1971.  They had a daughter, Laurie Ann Warner. They divorced in 1990. Robert died in 2023. She married August ‘Augie’ Krumviede on May 16, 1993 at the Community Church in Green Island where they lived.  August was the love of her life and they were very happy together. She relocated back to Maquoketa after Augie’s death in 2008.

Lauleen worked as a waitress, babysitter, did cleaning at the Maquoketa radio station- KMAQ, worked in dietary and activities at Crestridge Nursing Home.

Lauleen enjoyed her family and friends. She loved animals, especially her cat ‘Augie’. She enjoyed singing in the choir at the First Lutheran Church. She loved to bake cookies and banana bread and liked being a welcome hostess to new residents in the apartment building where she lived. She especially loved Christmas. She was a card shark and played euchre with a group at the Maquoketa YMCA weekly.

The last couple years her disabilities got the best of her, and she lived at Big Meadows Nursing Home in Savanna, IL.  Through all her life struggles and many health issues she had a strong faith and a cheerful attitude and spread laughter and kindness wherever she went!

Surviving Lauleen are her daughter Laurie Warner and stepchildren Patty (Mike) Howell and Elmer and Ronald Krumviede; her sister-in-law Barb Randolph, her aunt Mabel Randolph, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, cousins; and special sisters LeAnn Kasemodel and Sue Keppler.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her stepfather Orville Korthaus, her husband’s Robert and August, her brother-in-law and sister Paul and Margo Christiansen, her brothers Mike and Lynn Randolph, and stepson Dean Krumviede. Her last living uncle Melvin Randolph died this year.

A celebration of her life will be held at 10 A.M., Friday, October 13, 2023, at First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 9 A.M. to 10 A.M. at the church.  Burial will be at the Buckhorn Cemetery, west of Maquoketa.

Memorials may be sent to Susan Keppler at 11510 US Highway 52, Savanna, IL 61074.

The family would like to especially thank the Big Meadows Nursing Home staff and Dr. Daniel Woods.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is in charge of the arrangements.  Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Margene A. Beach

Margene A. Beach, 82, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2023, at her home in Maquoketa, IA. Born on September 13, 1941, in Jackson County, IA, to James Allen and Ruth V. (Heide) Ripple, Margene’s life was filled with dedication to her family, her work, and her community.

Margene was a 1959 graduate of Andrew High School and while in high school worked at J.C. Penney and Clinton Engines, both in Maquoketa. On April 24, 1960, she married Marvin Dale Beach in Maquoketa, Iowa, and they began farming together in rural Maquoketa. During this time Margene worked for the Welfare Department Office. They were blessed with two daughters, Angie, and Amy. As her children grew older, she worked for Sagers, McCausland, and Gilmore Insurance and Real Estate, which later became known as Gilmore Insurance and Real Estate. In retirement, she worked part-time for Circle-M Greenhouse and Ohnward Fine Arts Center, both in Maquoketa.

Margene was not only a dedicated worker but also a committed community member. She served as the secretary for Sutton Cemetery for many years. Her interests were diverse and reflected her love for life. She enjoyed flowers, gardening, and baking, and she was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes. However, her greatest joy was attending and supporting her grandchildren’s activities and spending time with her great-grandchildren. Her family will always remember her as the strongest, most selfless person they have ever known.

Margene is survived by her children, Angie (David) Burmahl of Baldwin, IA, and Amy (Jeff) Wilms of Delmar, IA; her five grandchildren, Drew (Brittney) Burmahl, Ellie Burmahl, Jacob Burmahl, Brandt (Kayla) Wilms, and Brittany (Jake) Hayes; and her five great-grandchildren, Olivia and Isabella Wilms, Brooklynn and Braxton Burmahl, and Clarke Hayes. She also leaves behind her sister, Judy Tonderum of Maquoketa, IA, and her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Alice and John Gilmore of Maquoketa, IA, Lois Westphal of Maquoketa, IA, and Gerald Owen of Maquoketa, IA.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Marvin Dale on March 18, 2006, and her sister Connie Owen.

A celebration of Margene’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M., Monday, October 9, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Burial will be at Sutton Cemetery, rural Maquoketa.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to Hospice of Jackson County or Ohnward Fine Arts Center.

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

Pamela D. Martin

Pamela D. Martin, 71, of Peosta, Iowa passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at Mercy One Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Pam was born December 23, 1951, in Davenport, Iowa, daughter of Marilyn (Beach) Kokemuller. She was a 1970 graduate of Davenport West High School in Davenport, Iowa.  On April 18, 1970, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Larry Martin in Davenport, Iowa.  The couple moved to Dubuque in August of 1981, to own and operate American Freight System.  In 1988, her and her husband purchased their first farm.  In 2000, the couple retired from farming and started Gingerbread Ridge Subdivision.

Pam was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.  Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were the light of her life.  Pam loved watching sports, especially racing which was at the top of her list and spent every weekend at the track.  She was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan.  Pam also enjoyed crocheting, reading, and bird watching.

She is survived by her loving husband, Larry Martin of Peosta; two children, Nolan (Carla) Martin of Peosta, and Nicole (Matt) Hefel of Epworth; three grandchildren, Morgan (Austin) McDowell of Cedar Rapids, Abbe (Morgan) Hall of Epworth, and Meriah Martin of Peosta; three great grandchildren, Knox, Hudson, Aurora, and one due in December on her birthday; one brother, Ricky (Cindy) Kokemuller of Davenport.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Marilyn (Beach) Kokemuller.

A private family service for Pam will be held at a later date.  The Reiff Funeral Home in Peosta, Iowa is assisting the family with arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the American Red Cross in memory of Pamela Martin.

Darla A. Shaw

Darla A. (Breitbach) Shaw, 78, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at Luther Manor in Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 2, 2023 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dennis Vargas officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Visitation is from 2 – 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish rosary will be recited at 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Visitation will also be from 9:15 – 10 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home.

Darla was born on October 11, 1944 in Dubuque, the daughter of Alfred M. and Myrl (Lewis) Breitbach.  She was a graduate of Wahlert High School, class of 1963. On April 11, 1964 she was united in marriage to Dennis R. Shaw at Holy Ghost Church in Dubuque.

Darla formerly worked at Tri-State Bank for many years. She was a member of the Dunleith Twp. Cemetery Board for over 20 years.

Surviving is her husband, Dennis R. Shaw of Dubuque; three children, Lisa (John Schmitt) Schockemoehl of Maquoketa, IA, Ronald (Susan) Shaw of Cape Coral, FL, and Kimberly (Joseph) Miller of Slinger, WI; seven grandchildren, Cameron, Connor, Cody, Cade, Brittany, Nolan, and Drew; and four great grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Roger Shaw and sister-in-law, Amy Shaw.

She was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Myrl; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Glenn and Rita Shaw; in-laws, Gary and Danny Shaw and Rita Shaw.

Dennis and family wish to express sincere thanks to the nurses and staff at Luther Manor and Hospice of Dubuque for the care they gave Darla.

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

Alice E. Meyers

Alice Eleanor Meyers, 98, residing in Cascade and formerly of Dyersville, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, in Cascade, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 12 – 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 2, 2023 at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.

Funeral Mass will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, October 2, 2023 at St. Francis Xavier Basilica with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate.

Alice was born on October 27,1924 in Dyersville, IA, the daughter of Ray and Irene (Brunsmann) Beckmann. Alice graduated from Xavier High School in 1942.

On August 28, 1950, Alice was united in marriage to Donald C. (Lefty) Meyers at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville. He preceded her in death on June 21st, 2005. This marriage was blest with three children, Matt, Phyllis, and Mary Kay.

Alice worked at the Glover Sewing Factory until she became a full-time homemaker for her children. When time became available for Alice, she felt the need to continue caring for children, and became a teacher’s aide for the special needs students at Beckman Catholic Schools in Dyersville and Western Dubuque Schools in Farley. Alice truly enjoyed her time helping these students. She refferred to them as, “Angels on Earth.” In her senior years, Lefty and Alice enjoyed traveling the East Coast, Europe, fishing in Minnesota, and especially spending the winters in Texas with their ‘Tip O Texas” friends.

Alice’s most precious accomplishment was to be a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and she excelled at every level.

Alice is the last remaining descendant from the Beckmann and Meyers generation. However, many family members will honor her memory. Her children: Matt (Ann) Meyers of Dyersville, Phyllis (Allan) Wessels of Dyersville, Mary Kay (Steve) Lammers of Ballwin, Missouri;  eleven grandchildren: Melissa Meyers; Nicole Meyers, Cody (Erin) Meyers, Connor (Morgan) Meyers, Bobby A Loebach, Eric E. Davis, Kristen (Jamie DeKruif) Wegmann, Audrey (Marvin) Brown, Tim (Molly Hauser) Wessels, Jeremy (Christina) Lammers, Matt (Nichole) Lammers, great-grandchildren: Carson, Aiden, Jordyn, Tessa, Tate, Leah, Olivia, Stella, Lillian, Blythe, Zane, Clyde, Kennedy, Liam, Parker, Taylor, Hudson, Camden, and Brynn; many nieces and nephews.

Alice was preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Eleanor Beckmann; siblings: Anita Cross, Albert (Buddy) Beckmann, Leroy (Spreetz) Beckmann, Elizabeth Harbaugh; in-Laws: Donnell (Doc) Cross, Sally Beckmann, Ida Rhea Beckmann, Ward Harbaugh. Vince (Helen) Meyers; Robert (Lucille) Meyers; Herbert (Jan & Lois) Meyers.

The family would like to thank the staff of Accura Nursing Home, and Hospice of Dubuque. Also, special visitors, Cookie, Turkey, Marilyn, and Monica. 

Memorials are preferred to St. Francis Xavier Basilica and Hospice of Dubuque.

Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family and information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com.  Memorials may be sent to the family, (in care of Kramer Funeral Home) 750 12th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA  52040.

Shirley A. Kirschbaum

Shirley Ann (Fitzgerald) Kirschbaum, age 88, of Dubuque, Iowa passed peacefully on September 27, 2023, at Harmony Nursing Home in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, October 1^st, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 2:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 2, 2023, at St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church with Fr. Brian Dellaert officiating. The burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Shirley was born on February 14^th, 1935, in Fonda, Iowa to John and Catherine (Kenney) Fitzgerald. Shirley had two older brothers, Patrick and Michael and an older sister Mary Delores.

Shirley attended Briar Cliff College in Sioux City, Iowa where she earned her teaching degree.

On June 18^th, 1960, Shirley married Robert John Kirschbaum at Our Lady of Good counsel in Fonda, Iowa

They were blessed with three children, Robert John III, Linda Marie, and Laurie Ann.

Shirley taught at St Joseph the Worker parochial school from 1978 to 2002 and was avidly involved in St Joseph the Worker church as an usher.

Shirley positively impacted many lives throughout her years of teaching.  The family has crossed paths with some recently and have been touched by their fond memories of her.  She enjoyed her many visits to Chicago for lengthy stays with her children and grandchildren.  She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed going to Wrigley Field with her family. Shirley loved to cook and share her famous chocolate chip cookies and yummy bars. In her later years, she enjoyed her Friday morning coffee group and frequent lunches with her teacher friends.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Robert Kirschbaum of Chicago, IL, Linda (Sean) Stephens of Elmhurst, IL, and Laurie (Kris) Rothleunter of Boston, MA. Grandsons Mitchell Stephens, Jack Stephens, and Brady Stephens and two granddaughters, Grace and Josie Rothleutner, her niece and nephew George and Connie Schachtner of Fonda, Iowa, and her dear friend Marilyn Mueller of Dubuque.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Robert, her parents, John and Catherine Fitzgerald, her brothers Patrick and Michael, her sister Mary Delores, her brother-in-law Paul Schachtner and sister in law’s Doris Fitzgerald and Rose Marie Kirschbaum.

The family would like to thank Sunset Park Place and Harmony Dubuque for their excellent care and over the last few months.

In lieu of flowers please direct memorials to St. Joseph The Worker.

Steven O. Bowman

Steven O. “Steve” Bowman, 70, of Maquoketa, Iowa, died on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at home.

Steven Owen Bowman was born on December 5, 1952 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Gene and Faye (Morehead) Bowman.  He grew up in Maquoketa and was 1971 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  Following high school, he worked as a tax preparer and owned and operated Eastern Iowa Tax Service for many years.

Steve loved music and in earlier years had been a member of area bands as the sound technician.  He also loved cars, especially classic cars with Dodge Daytona’s being his favorite.  Additionally, he was a NASCAR racing and Jeff Gordon fan, as well as a history buff.

Those left to honor his memory include his only daughter Lacee, and son-in-law Dan Sedenka of Lisbon, IA; 2 grandchildren, Ralyn and Landon; and sisters, Wanda McGrath of TX, Susan Mulvihill of CO, and Amy (Mike) Gunn of MT.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A private burial will be held at a later date at the East Iron Hill Cemetery, rural Maquoketa.  There is no public visitation.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of condolence or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

David D. Barnes

David D. Barnes, 72, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2023, in Davenport, Iowa. Born on October 24, 1950, in Monticello, Iowa, David was the cherished son of Merlin Ellsworth and Theona Fae (Aldrich) Barnes.

David spent his formative years in Maquoketa, where he attended Maquoketa High School, graduating in 1968. A gifted athlete, David held the school’s pole vault record for many years, a testament to his determination and dedication.

Following his graduation, David embarked on a successful career as a machinist at Caterpillar. Known for his intelligence and innovative thinking, he was instrumental in developing and installing one of the company’s first computers. His leadership skills were recognized by his peers, and he served as a union representative for many years until his retirement due to health reasons.

In retirement, David found joy in using his handy skills to help others. He devoted much of his time to charitable handyman work, always ready to lend a hand where needed. His strong faith was a guiding force in his life, and he often shared his knowledge of the Bible with his son, Thomas.

David is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Thomas and Tina Barnes of West Fargo, ND; three beloved grandchildren, Shauntel (Sean), Alex (Lacey), and Kyra (Austin); and his brothers, Larry and Fred Barnes. He was preceded in death by his parents.

At Peace Cremation Services have been provided by Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.   There is no public visitation.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of condolence or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Loras G. Boge

Loras was born in Dubuque, IA on September 9, 1940 and passed on September 16, 2023.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on November 4, 2023 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Thomas McDermott officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

His parents Cyril & Isabelle (Hanten) Boge, raised him on a farm. He was united in marriage to Judith Ann Roscamp on November 22, 1958. To this union were born 9 children: Leslie (Cindy) Boge, Jeannette (Donnie) Halverson, William (Jan) Boge, Robert Boge, Barbra (James) Puckett, James Boge, Mary Boge, Twins Alyssia Boge, and Eric Boge. He has several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is also survived by his siblings Darlene Hantelman, Joanne Haywood, Samantha “Blondie” Boge, Geraldine “Geri” Vesely, Deborah Husted, and Steven Boge. Current companion Lea Dixon. He is preceded in death by his parents, brother Dan, sister Patricia and daughter Alyssia Maria, Grandson Josh Martin, and his former companion Diane LaMontia.

Loras had a colorful life of jobs and business ventures. Along his journey, he started dairy farming with his father and worked for the county along with building his first home up the road from the farm. He left farming to pursue more house building and established “Bogeville”. He drove mail trucks and managed several star mail routes. He also contracted truck routes for Eska Trucking in Dubuque. He was always involved in several business deals in Dubuque with real estate and contract building.

He made the decision to move his family to Northwest Iowa, where he purchased Nelson Products, a manufacturing plant in Sioux Rapids, Iowa. He owned and operated the plant for several years from 1977 to 2001. He pursued his real passion for farming near Webb, Iowa and developed a large farrow to finish hog operation. He achieved the Governor’s Award for his developed skills in terrace farming.

He was proud of his skills to pilot his own plane and fly freely to travel and check on business deals. He was also a world traveler and visited many countries.. He continued owning, contract building, trading, renting, and managing real estate during his retirement. His most recent business endeavor was purchasing a horse ranch that focused on racing quarter horses.

The last several years of his retirement were spent in Mission, Texas. Loras continued to enjoy stimulating conversations of politics, farming, and real estate. Loras left this world and will rejoin many family members and friends that have gone before him.

He will be very sadly missed by his family and friends, including his longtime friends.

As requested, services will be announced at a later date due to the fact of harvest…. as he always would say “The work is never done!!!”

Prayers for his Perpetual Light To Shine On……

Joan A. McCarthy

Joan A. McCarthy, 92, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until 10:15 am on Friday, September 29, 2023, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Joan will be 10:30 am on Friday, September 29, 2023, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Joan was born October 9, 1930, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Leon and Frances (Kleine) Wersinger. On August 18, 1948, she married James P. McCarthy at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Dubuque. He preceded her in death on May 12, 2009.

Joan graduated from the former Immaculate Conception High School in Dubuque and worked as a realtor for Tri-State Realty Company in Dubuque.

Joan was a faith filled woman and was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. She was also an avid reader and enjoyed playing gin rummy and watching Notre Dame football. Joan also enjoyed the winters she got to spend in Arizona with Jim.

Survivors include her six children, Cyndi (Tom) Kiefer of Dubuque; Sheila (Jackie) McCarthy of Dubuque; Colleen (Mike) Kemp of St. Charles, MO; Cecelia T.D. (Jack) Specht of Omaha, NE; Shawn (Teresa) McCarthy of Florence, AZ; and Molly (Dave) Healey of Dubuque; eight grandchildren, Rebecca (Mark) Ryerson, Rachel (Joe) Waldner, Shane (Jana) McCarthy, Marcie Knight, Natalie (Patrick) Bartman, Jake Skiles, Megan (Chris) Gabriel, and Luke Healey; 15 great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Gertie Wersinger of Dubuque.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; four brothers, LaVerne, Glen, Raymond, and Virgil Wersinger; and one sister, Leona Eigenberger; two brother-laws, Jack (Mae) McCarty, Dennis (Mickey) McCarthy.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff and nurses and Mercy Hospital.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Wahlert High School.

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

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