Obituaries Archive

Barbara K. Bies

Barbara K. Bies, 78, of Dubuque died Thursday, September 21, 2023.  There will be a parish wake service 3 pm Sunday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road followed by visitation until 6 pm.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Holy Spirit Parish-Holy Ghost Church.  Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Barbara was born September 9, 1945, daughter of Melvin and Esther (Schroeder) Rubel.

On May 15, 1971, she married Roger Bies at St. Joseph Church, Bellevue.

In the past, Barbara worked at the Riverview Hotel in Bellevue, did daycare for many years, and worked at Wal-Mart for 15 years, retiring in 2019.

She enjoyed camping, cooking and baking, playing Bingo, watching children, and traveling.

She is survived by her husband, Roger Bies; daughter, Amy Steadman of Dubuque; step daughter, Melissa (Jason) Green of King George, Virginia; two grandchildren, Autumn (fiancé Brandon Kelly) Steadman and Jonathon Steadman; and two step grandchildren, Matthew (fiancé Amanda) Green and Arianne Green.

She is also survived by two brothers, Larry (Suzanne) Rubel and Dennis Rubel; and in laws, Larry (Deb) Bies of Bellevue, Jerome (Carolyn) Bies of Springbrook, Janet (David) Casper of Freeport, IL, and Garry Dalsing of Platteville and numerous many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, James Rubel, father in law and mother in law, Melvin and Margaret Bies, and a sister in law, Donna Dalsing.

Carl J. Winter

Carl Joseph Winter, 97, of Johnston, IA, formerly of Dubuque, passed away in his home Tuesday, September 19, 2023 surrounded by family.

In celebration of his life, Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury Rd., Dubuque. Interment will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass.

Carl was born on December 16, 1925 on a small farm near Bankston, IA, the son of Alois and Mary (Pfeiler) Winter. He grew up in the Bankston area and attended St. Clement’s grade and high school in Bankston.

He married Kathleen “Kay” Craugh on May 23, 1953 at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Tennyson, WI. She preceded him in death on March 14, 2020, after 67 years of marriage. Carl loved to tell the story of riding his “Harley” into Eagle Point Park and offering 3 pretty girls a ride.  Which one did he eventually marry?  The one who said “no way would I ride on one of those things”, of course!

Carl and Kay raised their two sons, Dave and Steve, in Dubuque where Carl was a firefighter on the Dubuque Fire Department, retiring at the rank of Assistant Chief after 36 years. He was very proud of his career at the fire department and especially of the close ties he developed with his fellow firefighters.

Although Carl moved from Dubuque to Johnston after Kay’s death to be closer to family, he never forgot his friends in Dubuque and considered himself a Dubuquer to the end.

Those left to honor his memory include two sons, Dave (Dorothy) Winter of Johnston, IA, and Steve Winter of Newcastle, WA; 6 grandchildren: Andrew Winter (Jessica), Tim Winter, Mike Raes (Betsy), Ashley Harms (Tyler), Alex Winter, and Hayden Winter; 4 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Pat Craugh of Sinsinawa, WI; and special family friend Lynne Lippert (Don Heming) of Dubuque.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Gerald who died in WWII, his sister Martina Vogt and brother-in-law Joseph Vogt, his brother-in-law Dan Craugh, and his precious great-grand daughter Edith Anne Raes.

The family would like to acknowledge the staff at Martina Place Assisted Living and Unity Point Hospice – Des Moines for the wonderful care they provided to Carl.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Resurrection School, of which he was a proud supporter.

Carole S. Welu

Carole Sue (Wilberding) Welu, 82, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away Friday, September 22, 2023, at Stonehill Communities.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the Church of the Resurrection in Dubuque. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow immediately at 11:00 AM.  Following the Mass, burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Carole was born on February 26, 1941, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Henry and Mildred (Schaan) Wilberding.  She grew up in Dubuque, IA and attended Immaculate Conception Academy.  She has fond memories of growing up on Lincoln Avenue with her siblings.  She started her sewing career at Sorbeau Manufacturing and later at Zuckies, both in Dubuque. She married David J. Welu on September 7, 1963, at St. Anthony Catholic Church.  He died July 21, 2023.

Early in their marriage Carole was busy helping Dave with the demands of the family business. However, her greatest joy was spending time raising their four children – Mike, Mark, Julie, and Jane.  Being a mother was her life’s work and she was devoted to doing the best she could for all her children.  For instance, she was a Boy Scout Den Mother and planned field trips and many craft activities for the scout troop. She was the original “Soccer Mom”; carpooling kids to and from school field trips in her faux wood-paneled nine-passenger station wagon.  Much to the chagrin of her children and husband, she organized regional Sunday sightseeing trips. Small petting zoos, Strawberry Point, and other locations were met with initial groans but later became the material for fond family memories.  She cooked daily family meals, and many recipes were inspired by the local Betty Thomas radio show.  Unfortunately, her efforts with casseroles were not always appreciated by her fussy children. When her children were older, she returned to part-time work at both Manor Care and Sears.  She also enjoyed volunteering her time at St. Mark Community Center.  Later, when she was blessed with grandchildren, she provided love and support to her family.  She spent many hours as a babysitter so her youngest daughter could pursue her nursing education. And she could always be counted on when any of the grandchildren were ill or the family needed additional or emergency care.

She is survived by three children: Michael J. Welu, of Dubuque, IA, Julie A. (Stephen) Frommelt, of Dubuque, IA and Jane A. (Vance) Schollmeyer of Dubuque, IA; seven grandchildren, Marcus H. Welu of Washington D.C. and Evan H. Welu of San Angelo, TX, Amanda K. Frommelt of Chicago, IL, Nicholas D. Frommelt of Bettendorf, IA, Amber C. (Cory) Miller and Brady V. Miller of Pleasant Hill, IA, Dr. Allison M. Schollmeyer of Osceola, IA, and Emily Schollmeyer of Sparta, WI; and one great-grandson, Brady V. Miller.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, David; her son, Mark A. Welu; her brother, Alan H. Wilberding; and sister Sally A. Parker.

We would like to thank the staff at Stonehill Communities and Hospice of Dubuque for their kindness and care of Carole.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Stonehill Communities or 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 Carole’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Denise R. Daniels

Denise R. Daniels, 61, of Dubuque died Friday, September 22, 2023.  Visitation will be from 3 to 5 pm Monday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home, 2659 Kennedy Road.

Denise was born November 12, 1961 in Dubuque, daughter of William H. and Shirley A. (Roeth) Bennett.

She was an 8th grade graduate of St. Mary’s Catholic School, Dubuque and a 1980 Graduate of Dubuque Senior High School.

On March 6, 1993, she married Michael Daniels in Goose Creek, South Carolina.

She served proudly as a military spouse.

Denise was an avid reader and loved traveling and enjoyed gambling.  She loved, and was loved by, many friends and family.  She also loved her dogs, Bailey and Lexi.

She is survived by her husband, Michael Daniels of Dubuque; five children, Westley (Becky) Bennett of Fall Creek, WI, Daniel (Jeni Banfield) Gatena of Dubuque, Joshua (Crystal) Gatena of Monticello, Andrew Gatena of Dubuque, Maranda (Jared Wiest) Daniels of Dyersville, many grandchildren; five siblings, Deborah (Steve) Earle, Dawn (Dennis) Fiedler, Diane (Jerry) Roeth and David Bennett all of Dubuque and Dwayne (Jane) Bennett of Roanoke, VA.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Mark A. Otterbeck Sr.

Mark Allen Otterbeck Sr., 51, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away at home on the morning of September 20, 2023.

Friends and family may gather for a Celebration of Life starting at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday September 23, 2023, at Swiss Valley Park: Walnut Pavilion. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family.

Mark was born on November 13, 1971, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Mark Hines and Deborah Otterbeck. He received his bachelor’s degree from Clarke College, and he worked at Sedgwick Claims Management Services for many years.

In Mark’s younger years he enjoyed hiking, fishing, swimming, football, and basketball. He took pride and joy in his son Mark Jr., whom he loved and cherished beyond the moon and stars. He enjoyed coaching his son’s baseball teams and still, after all these years, some of those kids he coached still reached out to him for guidance. The second greatest joy in his life was his three beautiful grandchildren. He loved being a Papa, and FaceTiming with those kids meant the world to him.

He was the biggest Hawkeye fan that ever lived, and he loved to party with the Custom Riders. He also enjoyed playing cribbage and cards with his friends.

Mark was a kind, gentle, crazy, fun, loving man. There are many heavy hearts with the loss of him, but we all know we have an Angel above watching over us. You’ll hear him loud and proud cheering for the Iowa Hawkeyes from Heaven.

Mark is survived by his son Mark A. (Alecia) Otterbeck Jr., grandchildren Allyanna, Amelia, and Mark “JJ” A. Otterbeck III, his sister Kellie (Brian Stroud) and their children Anthony (Erin) Formaro, Joseph (Dana) Formaro, Thomas (Ashley) Torres, Tabatha (Jeremy) Killen.

He was preceded in death by his mother Deborah Zelinsky, aunt and uncle Wilbur and Nancy Otterbeck.

Thank you to Hospice Palliative Care, Dan with Comfort Care, and his neighbors Brian Lang and Stan Kane for all their loving care given to Mark.

A Mark A. Otterbeck Sr. Memorial Fund has been established.

Dolores M. Spiegelhalter

Dolores Mae Spiegelhalter, 91, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on September 19th, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. peacefully at home at Eagle Pointe Place with her grandson and daughter at her side.

Friends and family may visit from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Monday September 25th, 2023, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3200 Asbury Road.

Funeral Service will begin at 11:30 a.m. on Monday at the Church with Reverend Matt Agee officiating. Burial will be in Waukon, Iowa at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family.

Dee was born on June 16th, 1932, in Waukon, Iowa, daughter of Marcus and Selma (Sanderson) Gilbertson. She started as a nurse where she met Robert “Bob” Spiegelhalter and they got married on August 23rd, 1953, in Waukon, Iowa.  After that she and Bob owned the Wink Inn Motel where she also worked as a housekeeper and desk clerk.  From there she worked at Trausch Bakery which became SunBeam Bakery where she retired from. Dee was an active member of St. Peters Lutheran Church, Red Hats, and various card clubs. She loved to travel with her friends, family, and her church family, and she always brought back a “toothpick holder” from wherever she visited. In recent years, her happiest times were when she moved in with her son and grandson to care for them.

Dee is survived by daughter Kim (Scott) Leonard, grandson Jake Spiegelhalter, sister-in-law Betty Gilbertson, nephew Doug (Lynn) Gilbertson and niece Deb (Rob) Reinard, niece Karen (Michael) Reiter, and nephews Tom (Sherry) Spiegelhalter, Rick (Shawn) Spiegelhalter, and Mark (Dawn) Spiegelhalter, and niece-in-law Terri Spiegelhalter.

She was proceeded in death by her son Jerry Spiegelhalter, former husband Robert Spiegelhalter, mother Selma Gilbertson, father Marcus Gilbertson, sister Bernice, brother Curtis Gilbertson, and nephew Melvin “Buddy” Spiegelhalter.

Thomas R. Feller

Thomas R. “Tom” Feller, 80, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday afternoon, September 20, 2023, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa.

Thomas Roger Feller was born on June 12, 1943, in Bellevue, Iowa, to Alvin and Dorothy (Gnade) Feller.  He was a 1961 graduate of Andrew High School.  He married Shirley Hopson on June 8, 1963 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa.  Four children were born to this union, Kevin, Michelle, Milissa, and Keith.

Tom had first worked at Skeffington’s Jack & Jill Grocery Store, then for Hayes Dairy and Clinton Engines, all in Maquoketa.  He retired in 1998 from Case New Holland International after 30 years of service.

Tom was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa and through the years had also attended Cornerstone Assembly of God Church in DeWitt.  He was well-known for being the “Racing Voice of Eastern Iowa” announcing stock car races in Maquoketa, Davenport, Tipton, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines and East Moline, Illinois.  He was also well-known for being Santa in Maquoketa for 25 years, for both the city and making home visits.  Additionally, he enjoyed appearing in television commercials in the Quad Cities, and most notably celebrating his 25^thwedding anniversary with Shirley having both appearing in the film “Field of Dreams”.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Shirley Feller of Maquoketa, IA; children, Kevin Feller of Morrison, IL, Michelle (Ray Jr.) Cox of Maquoketa, IA, Milissa (Mark) Scheibe of Maquoketa, IA, and Keith (Angie) Feller of Park View, IA.  He loved being a grandpa and was a proud grandfather to 10 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A gathering of family and friends celebrating Tom’s life will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, from 4 to 7 P.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, where a 6:30 P.M. Vigil Service will be held.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  A private burial will be held at a later date at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Thomas R. “Tom” Feller memorial fund has been established.

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

Colleen K. Hahn-Van Dee

Colleen Kathryn Hahn -Van Dee, 88, passed away with her children by her side on September 13, 2023, at Stonehill Care Center.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, September 29, 2023, at Summit Congregational United Church of Christ, Dubuque, IA where a reception will follow at the church.

Colleen was born on February 23, 1935, in Ollie, Iowa, the daughter of Isabelle (Marshall) and Ralph Steigleder.

She graduated high school in 1953; Iowa Beauty School in 1954; and in 1975 received her Certificate in Nursing Home Administration from Marshalltown Community College with emphasis in County Care Facilities.

In 1954 she married Robert Hahn in Sigourney, Iowa; and later married Floyd Van Dee in 1978, he preceded her in death in 2001.

She was employed with Iowa County Care Facilities – from serving as a beautician to the role of administration of several facilities, including Keokuk County (Sigourney), Crawford County (Denison), Hamilton County (Webster City), and Dickinson County (Spirit Lake).

She was a member of Summit Congregational United Church of Christ and the Mississippi Trails Club.

Colleen’s priorities were always the same throughout her life – her children, her family and helping those less fortunate than herself.  Colleen exhibited these attributes in many ways through her ongoing love and support of her mother, her children (Peggy and John) and her 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  Colleen’s professional career was centered in her commitment to assisting and caring for individuals with mental disabilities through her work in Iowa County Care Facilities.  She worked in these facilities for almost 30 years and was the Administrator for the County Care facility(s) for 19 years.  During this period, she received numerous awards for her effectiveness in operating the Care Facilities and served on numerous County Care oversight Boards.  In addition to her family and career, Colleen enjoyed spending quality time with her friends, sewing, reading, and serving in the Church.

Those left to mourn her passing are brothers’ Richard Steigleder and Sam Flanegan, and children Peggy (Randy) Fenimore of Austin, TX, John (Sandy) Hahn of Bellevue, Iowa, and grandchildren, Whitney Hahn-Rogers, Clint Fenimore, Nicole (Fenimore) Kay, Breanna (Kennedy) Sieverding, and 8 great grandchildren – Willow, Everlee, Weston, Nathan, Felicity, Emma, Camryn, and Lydia.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her stepfather, Ward Flanegan, infant children Roberta Lee Hahn, and Michael Anthony Hahn, husbands Robert Hahn and Floyd Van Dee, brother Fred Steigleder, and special friend and companion Bill Misko.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Colleen’s honor to the University of Iowa Center for Advancement (Pediatric Pulmonary and Cystic Fibrosis Fund) or to the American Cancer Society.

The web site for the U of I Center is www.donate.givetoiowa.org or checks should be made payable to the University of Iowa Center for Advancement, and mailed to One West Park Road, PO Box 4550, Iowa City, IA 52244-4550.  Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.donate.cancer.org.

Colleen’s family would like to thank all the staff at Stonehill Care Center, and especially those on 3 Northwest, for their wonderful care of Colleen for the past 6 months.

Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa assisted the family. Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

Richard H. Steele

Richard “Dick” Harley Steele, 80, of Dubuque, died Monday, September 18, 2023, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Visitation will be from 8:30 am until 10:15 am Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Dick will be 10:30 am Saturday, September 30, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Pastor Kaity Kemp officiating.

Richard was born June 6, 1943, in Madison, WI, the son of Harley and Frances (Grimm) Steele. He graduated from Oregon High School in 1961 and married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Kuehni, on August 4, 1962. Dick & Shirley had three children and were happily married until she died on November 4, 1996.

On December 11, 1997, he married Karen Linder in Verona, WI. Dick and Karen enjoyed 25 years of marriage, traveling the world together.

Dick worked hard to provide for his family – often working more than one job as well as running his own carpentry business for fifty years. Dick was also a building inspector in both the Town of Springdale and the Town of Verona in Wisconsin.  He retired in 2016.

Dick loved music! He was a drummer for many years, sang in the church choir at times, and joined the bell choir with Karen.

The Church was a very important part of Dick’s life. He served on church councils, headed up a major building project, taught and participated in Sunday school classes, went on adult and youth mission trips, and was a member of the chancel committee at one for many years.  Dick also completed the Wisconsin UCC Lay Academy program.  At the time of death, he was a member of First Congregational United Church of Christ.

Dick enjoyed football and could be found rooting for the Green Bay Packers, the Badgers, and, yes, even sometimes the Hawkeyes.

Dick struck up conversations with new people everywhere he went, and he was always ready with a warm hug for family, friend, and stranger alike.

He is survived by his wife, Karen; one son, Tim (Tabitha) Steele of Blue Mounds, WI; two daughters, Tammy (Monte) Wagner of Janesville, WI, and Beth (Matt) Schlueter of Kimberly, WI; eight grandchildren, Brandi (Brian Hunt) Schumpert, Kira (LeRoy) Tlusty, Sam Walter, Richard Steele, and Christine, Angela, John, and Emily Schlueter; three great-grandchildren, Aalica Hunt, and LeRoy and Claire Tlusty; many nieces and nephews; and two sisters-in-law, Marlyn Linder and Lin Johnson.

Besides his first wife, Shirley, he was preceded in death by his parents, Harley and Frances; one sister, Georgia Smith; his father- and mother-in-law, Paul and Edna Kuehni; and mother-in-law, Katie Linder; two sisters-in-law, Caryl Gempler, and Norma Hoelscher; three brothers-in-law, Chuck Coker, Harris Gempler, and John Smith; three unborn grandbabies, Arin, Jennifer, and Benjamin Schlueter; lots of aunts and uncles and one niece, Debbie Fitch.

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 Richard’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

John C. Ewers

John C. Ewers, 55 of Port Wing, WI, and formerly of Galena, IL passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at St. Mary’s Hospital, Duluth, MN. A celebration of life will be held later. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

He was born February 22, 1968, in Clinton, IA. John was a graduate of Galena High School with the class of 1986. He went on to attend UW-Stevens Point. John loved the outdoors and hunting. He lived his life in stride and was connected to the natural world, finding his peace in the wilderness. Those fortunate enough to know him understood that John was not just a solitary soul, but also a devoted friend. 

He is survived by his mother, Nathalie “Nat” Ewers of Galena, his sister, Michelle (Dennis) Cormier of Milton, MA, and three nephews, Zachary, Matthew, and Owen Cormier.

John was preceded in death by his father, John Robert Ewers.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Marilyn J. Nothstine

Marilyn Jean Nothstine, 92, of Baldwin, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday morning, September 19, 2023.

Marilyn was born on December 28, 1930 to Mildred and LaVerne Willey.  She graduated from Baldwin High School in 1948.  She always wanted to be a nurse and received her RN nursing degree from the University of Iowa.  Marilyn started her 20-year nursing career in Iowa City, Iowa, then Oregon, Michigan, and lastly back home in Maquoketa, Iowa. 

She married Heber Nothstine II on August 8, 1958 in Traverse City, Michigan, and shortly thereafter they moved back to Iowa where they took over the family farm.  They raised two children, a daughter Renee, and a son, Heber III. 

Marilyn was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes and enjoyed going out to eat with friends.

Those left to honor her memory include a daughter, Renee Bennett, and a son, Heber Nothstine III.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Duane and Donn Willey, and her husband Heber Nothstine II.

Public Graveside Services and Burial celebrating Marilyn’s life will be held at 11 A.M., Tuesday, September 26, 2023, at Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa.  There is no public visitation.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to Hospice of Jackson County.

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

Elizabeth M. Flavin

Elizabeth Mary (Scherrer) Flavin, 78, formerly of Dubuque, IA, passed away at Charter House – Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, surrounded by family and friends.

A funeral mass will be held Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 10:30am at St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Dubuque.  A private burial will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery following the mass.

Elizabeth (Liz) was born December 31, 1944, in Dubuque to Russell A. and Helen M. Scherrer.  Liz was a proud 1963 graduate of Dubuque Senior High School.  Following jobs with both John Deere and A.Y. McDonald, Liz became active in Republican politics and was elected to the Dubuque School Board.  In 1976, Liz moved to the Minneapolis-St. Paul area and pursued a career in residential and commercial property management. She continued in this field throughout her life, even after a move to the East Coast to live near her sister in McLean, VA.

Later in life, Liz moved to Rochester, MN, to seek care at the Mayo Clinic.  Never shy, Liz made many friends during her Rochester years, and continued playing bridge, dining out, keeping up on politics and serving on several resident committees at Charter House.

A special note of thanks to her friend, Almina Suljević, whose friendship, care and companionship meant the world.  The family also wishes to extend its gratitude to the nursing staff at Charter House in the Assisted Living Center, Short Term Rehabilitation Center and the Mayo Hospice staff.

Liz was predeceased by her sister, Anne Darr.  She is survived by her daughter, Kathleen Flavin Smith, son-in-law Dan Smith of McLean, VA, granddaughter, Madeline Smith of New York, NY, and brother-in-law, Kurt Darr.

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

Lorraine L. Kuhl

Lorraine L. (Marburger) Kuhl, 98, of Bellevue, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2023.  Funeral Services will be 11:00 am, Monday, September 25, 2023 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue, Iowa.  Family will greet friends 10:00 am until service time at the church on Monday.  Burial will be in St. John Lutheran Cemetery.

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

Lorraine was born July 22, 1925 in Jackson County, the daughter of William and Maude (Deppe) Marburger.  She married Howard L. Kuhl on August 3, 1943, he passed on March 16, 2005.  She attended Country School, enjoyed flowers, gardening, baking, cooking, and canning.  Lorraine farmed side by side with her husband until they retired.  She loved watching hummingbirds and spending time with her family.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Gerald (Vicki) Kuhl and Janet (Dale) Sprank; a daughter in-law, Suzanne Kuhl; grandchildren, Melinda (Matt) Brouwer, Ryan (Lindsey) Kuhl, Jessica (Cory) Scott, Ben (Tiffany) Kuhl, Casey (Alesia) Kuhl, Rebecca (Nick Rokusek) Kuhl, David Sprank, Tim (Ashley) Sprank, Danny (Chuck Harris) Sprank, and Sara Engebretson ; 22 great-grandchildren

Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents; her, husband; a daughter, Barbara Kuhl, a son, Wayne Kuhl; a granddaughter, Angela Kuhl; an infant brother; and a sister, Clarabelle  Paulus.

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

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

Deborah A. Hoffmann

Deborah Ann Hoffmann, 68, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 18, 2023, at home.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 26th, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with a service to be held at 6:00 p.m. Private family burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Deb was born on February 9, 1955, in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of William and Mary (Wiest) Hoffmann. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and worked in food service most of her life. She worked for Rings Restaurant, Stampfers and lastly was working for the Presentation Sisters.

Deb was a history buff and enjoyed looking up recipes.

She is survived by his sister Vickie Hoffmann; a brother Richard (Joan) Hoffmann; three nephews: Keith (Leah) Hoffmann, Nate (Megan Schmerbach) Hoffmann and Noah (Emma Decker) Hoffmann and a great niece Rylee.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Billy Hoffmann and a great nephew Beau.

Jean A. Sysko

Jean Ann Sysko, 68, of Benton, Wisconsin, passed away Monday, September 18, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 25, 2023, at St. Patrick’s Church, Benton, Wisconsin, with Rev. David Flanagan officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call from 2-6:00 p.m. Sunday, September 24, at Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Cuba City, Wisconsin where there will be a Scripture Wake Service at 1:45 p.m. Friends may also call from 9-10:15 a.m. Monday at the church prior to the service.

Jean Ann was born on November 10, 1954 in Darlington, Wisconsin, the daughter of Ross and Arloween (Garvey) Weaver. She graduated from Darlington High School. Jean Ann was united in marriage to David Sysko on September 4, 1976, at Darlington United Methodist Church.

Jean Ann worked in Madison, Wisconsin in the insurance industry before returning to the area where she worked at Cuba City Family Dental. She then became the first employee at Shullsburg Creamery. Over the years, Jean Ann also worked at Donahue Furniture, Sysko Books, Gasser True Value and American Bank. She enjoyed golfing with David, spending winters in Florida, and playing cards and mahjong. Jean Ann assisted with projects for the Lioness Club and organized many trips with friends. She was an active member of Cole Acres where she was extremely involved with fundraising, the ladies’ league and organizing tournaments. Jean Ann was a shining beacon of love, joy and happiness for all those around her.

Jean Ann is survived by her husband, David Sysko, Benton; her siblings, Gary (Becky) Weaver, Stoughton, WI, Connie (Tom) Sawyer, Prairie du Sac, WI, and David (Francine) Weaver, Sycamore, IL; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents. 

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

The family wishes to thank Dr. Ramabadran, Dr. Simsir, Dr. Burds and their staffs for their care of Jean Ann.

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