Obituaries Archive

Anne M. Hanselmann

Anne Mathilda Hanselmann, 96, passed away on August 17, 2023, in Dubuque, IA.

Services will be held at St. Peter Lutheran Church Saturday, September 2, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.  Visitation will be held prior to services from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the church.  Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd is in charge of arrangements. Private family burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Anne was born on February 15, 1927, in Council Bluffs, IA to Herman and Mary Vorthmann.  She grew up on a farm and was educated in local schools and at Wartburg College.  She was a social worker.

She was married to Herbert Hanselmann at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Treynor, IA, on November 20, 1949.  They had four children: Herbert Jr., Linda, Elizabeth, and Kathryn.

Anne was a homemaker and was active as a volunteer in church groups, at Luther Manor and Finley Hospital.  She also enjoyed reading, music, sewing and traveling.

Survivors include children Herbert Jr. (Suzanne) of Tavares, FL, Linda (Jerry) Redmond of Ames, IA, Elizabeth (Jim) Wenger of Argyle, WI, Kathryn Conlon (Jim Hauber) of Dubuque, IA.  13 grandchildren: Daniel, Jeremiah, and Seth Redmond, Kristin Loven, Fritz, Peter, Eric, and Christian Hanselamnn, Justin Harms, Jenny Link, Lindsey Kaib, Natalie Garvin, Alex Conlon and 23 great-grandchildren.  A sister, Alice Novak, brothers-in-law Loui Novak and Roger Hanselmann.

Memorials may be given to St. Peter Lutheran Church or Luther Manor.

Alan A. Main

Alan A. Main, 77, of Peosta, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Mercy One Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Alan will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., on Monday, August 28, 2023 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa.  Visitation will also be held after 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Funeral Home.

Services for Alan will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa with Pastor Lisa Ames-Kruse officiating.  Burial will be held in the Mount Hope Cemetery in Independence, Iowa.

Alan was born May 9, 1946 in Independence, Iowa, son of Willis C. and Frances M. (Habben) Main.   He received his education at the University of Wisconsin-Stout in Menominee, Wisconsin.  In 1969 he was united in marriage to Jacqueline Butterbrodt. On June 29, 1997 he was united in marriage to Rose Birkett in Dubuque, IA.

Alan owned the Epworth Cabinet Shop and Lumber yard.  He was the Industrial Tech Teacher at Western Dubuque and Senior High School.  In the past he also taught woodworking at Senior High School.  He was an avid gardener, fisherman and hunter.  For many years he volunteered as a Boy Scout Leader.  He was always looking for his next project, and willing to lend a helping hand.

He is survived by his wife Rose Birkett of Peosta, Iowa; his children, Eric (Angie) Main of Peosta, IA, April Joachim of Roanake, VA, Dana (Ben) Neuman of LaPorte City, IA and Clinton Main of Woodward, IA; Jamie Birkett and Mark (Tara) Birkett; four Grandchildren, Isaiah, Alexia, Myla and Genevieve; two brothers, Wilbur (Sharon) Main and Don (Judy) Main both of Independence, Iowa; a sister, Lois (Bill) Olson of Webster City, Iowa.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Jack Main.

An online video may be viewed and online condolences sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

The family of Alan would like to thank the Dubuque MercyOne ICU Doctors and nurses and the Centralia-Peosta EMS for all the wonderful care given to Alan.

Joan L. Koenig Jackson

Services for Joan Lee Koenig Jackson, 85, will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, at Nativity BVM Catholic Church, 15406 West Creek Valley Road, Menominee, IL 61025. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 2 to 7 p.m., Friday, at Miller Funeral Home, 1185 Route 35 North, East Dubuque, IL.

Joan Lee Koenig Jackson was born on September 23, 1937 to Lee T. Koenig and Mildred C. (Schimdt) Koenig in a house on Finley Street in Dubuque, Iowa. Her three sisters followed and over the years, the “Koenig Girls” enjoyed many adventures. 

Joan’s first and only romance (we think) began in 3^rd grade at St. Anthony’s School when Sr. Vincentia sat Fred Jackson directly behind Joan Koenig. A few hair tugs and pokes later, their fate was sealed. Years later, when Joan announced to her parents at the dinner table that Fred Jackson was getting married, they inquired, “To whom?” To which she answered, smiling, “Me!” Mom was always pleasantly full of surprises.  

Their six “well-behaved” (mom’s eternal prayer) children, known as “the gang” followed. Joan loved being a mother and generously shared her gifts and talents. A woman of many, she taught us the trades: sewing, crocheting, knitting, cooking (though a few didn’t take quite as well as mom may have hoped). Her gifts were fully appreciated when it came to family weddings. She sewed a bride’s wedding dress and bridesmaid’s dresses, baked and decorated wedding cakes, arranged all of the flowers, transported everyone safely and darn near missed some weddings herself! Mom was an Uber driver before it existed, transporting “the gang” and their many friends here, there and everywhere in the famous red station wagon. “Drive it until the wheels fall off,” Dad said. Another surprise … one day a wheel actually did!

While her love for family was unsurpassed, her expansive heart flowed into community service as well. Her leadership was tapped early at St. Joseph’s Academy. She was forever grateful for the education and life-long friendships she made there. Joan coordinated St. Joseph’s Academy’s Class of 1955 reunions through the 50^th year. A natural-born leader, her first job at Molo Oil Company instilled in her a professional confidence. She sacrificed her dream of becoming a nurse to raise our family. Years later, when invited to consider becoming a volunteer Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for the Galena area ambulance service, she studied day and night, asking us kids to quiz her in preparation for each exam. She surprised herself every time she passed a test. So very proud of that achievement, she found joy in paying it forward in service as a founding member of the Menominee Dunleith Fire Department Women’s Auxiliary and service on the Galena Ambulance Board, Galena 911 Board, and as Menominee Village Clerk.

Part-time positions at Jackson Tuckpointing, East Dubuque Savings Bank, and Sherman Flooring funded gas money for many escapades with her friends: Jane, Jeanie and Jan. Together the 4 J’s (at times directionally challenged) traveled many miles to test their theory that when lost, “Two left turns really do make a right!”  Mom’s collaborative leadership never failed!  

Mom’s greatest gift was her joyful, enthusiastic presence. In these later years as a resident with dementia and severely limited speech at Luther Manor Grand Meadows, she continued inspiring people with her smile, hugs and laughter. And as she died peacefully on Monday, August 21, 2023 surrounded by family and the Grand Meadows staff, she was still teaching us how to move on and make the best of things. “Clothed in strength and integrity, she laughs without fear of the future” (Proverbs 31:25).

Surviving are her children: Deb and Ed Tranel of East Dubuque, IL; Kelly (Deb) Jackson of Peosta, IA; Dane (Joyce) Jackson of East Dubuque, IL; Ann Jackson, PBVM of Cedar Rapids, IA; Sam (Moya) Jackson of East Moline, IL; and Chris Jackson of Dubuque, IA; 14 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; her beloved Koenig sisters: Judy DuCray, Rita Duve (Norm) and Kay George; and two sisters-in-law: Jane Jackson and Patricia Jackson.  

Joan was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Fred Jackson, in-laws Thelma and George Jackson; granddaughters: infant Kally Jackson and Danielle (Jackson) Connell; brothers-in-law: Jim DuCray, John George, Alan Jackson and Terry Jackson.

Our family would like to thank: Dr. Martin Bagby, Dr. Roger Shafer, Dr. Yasyn Lee, Dr. Angela Kelly and her nursing staff, and Hospice of Dubuque. We are also grateful to the staffs at Luther Manor and Grand Meadows who over the years felt like family. The love, care and compassion mom received extended and enhanced her life immeasurably.

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

Aaron L. Eads

Aaron Lee Eads, 61, of Preston, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at home.

Aaron Lee Eads was born on February 18, 1962 in Clinton, Iowa, to Irving Charles and Joy Ann (Struble) Eads.  He grew up in Preston and was a 1980 graduate of Preston High School. He had worked as a farmhand for many years, most notably for Duane and Brad Marvin.

Aaron enjoyed music, target shooting and raising livestock.

Those left to honor his memory include a brother, Owen Eads of Miles, IA; cousin, Dennis (Bev) Eads, and cousin Lavonne (John) House.  He was preceded in death by his father Irving Charles Eads, mother Joy Ann Eads on June 9, 2023, aunt Nola Jean (Marlin) Hoffmann, cousin Kay Hoffmann, and uncles Glenn (Rose) Eads and James Eads.

A graveside service and burial celebrating Aaron’s life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Monday, August 28, 2023, at Buckhorn Cemetery, rural Maquoketa.  A memorial visitation will be held prior to the graveside service from 10 to 11 A.M., Monday, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Jackson County Historical Society or the Jackson County Humane Society.

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

Kenneth J. Kilburg

Kenneth J. Kilburg, 88, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully on, Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at his home near his family.

Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Saturday, August 26, 2023 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Scripture Service will begin at 3:15 pm, Friday, August 25, 2023 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue with visitation to follow until 7:00 pm, additional visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:00 am on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue prior to Mass.  Burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Funeral Mass will be livestreamed on St. Joseph Bellevue-Sts. Peter Paul Springbrook Facebook Page.

Kenny was born October 3, 1934, the son of Dominic and Florence (Weis) Kilburg.  He worked as a farm hand and then served his country in the US Army 1956-1958.  Kenny worked at Roeder’s Implement for 10 years and then started Kilburg Electric, never really retiring.  He married Jean Scheckel on September 18, 1965.  Kenny was a faithful member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, VFW, Bellevue American Legion Post #273, and Luxembourg Society of Iowa.

Kenny was a strong believer of Fatima and Blessed Mother and a strong Luxembourgian.

Survivors include his wife, Jean; children, Angie (Brian) Dreifuerst, Gary (Betty) Kilburg, Becky (Tim) Giesemann, Scott Kilburg, Kathy Weimerskirch, Doug Kilburg, and Debbie (Mike) Schroeder; 14 grandchildren, Derrick, Cara, Jacob, Mikenzie, Benjamin (Joslyn), Ashley (Matt), Toby, Tate, Alex, Katerina, Emma, Andrea, Silas, and Mikenna; 7 great-grandchildren, Mason, Knox, Harper, Evelyn, Layla, Haddey, and Grayson; siblings, Leo (Janis) Kilburg, Vera (Levi) Schmidt, and Dula (Leon) Tebbe; sisters in-law, Katie Kilburg and Geri (Jeff) Evans; and numerous nieces and nephews and extended relatives.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Alvin (Estelle) Kilburg,   Albert (Mary) Kilburg, Vernon Kilburg,   Rita (Raymond) Roling,   Marcella “Sally” (Paul) Banowetz,  Earl Kilburg, Edna (Michael) Reuter,  Lloyd (Monica) Kilburg,  Vincent (Judy) Kilburg, a brother in-law, Dennis Scheckel; and a sister in-law, Diane Scheckel.

In lieu of flowers, consider helping someone by being a blood donor.  Kenny believed in donating blood over the years and was able to give approximately 30 gallons during his lifetime.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com or Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home Facebook Page.

Wayne A. Jackson

Wayne A. Jackson, 84, of Bellevue, passed away on, Monday, August 21, 2023, at Mill Valley Care Center.  Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am, Friday, August 25, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273. Visitation will be 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, additional visitation will be from 9:30 am – 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 25, 2023 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue prior to Mass.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery at a later date.

Funeral Mass will be live streamed on the St. Joseph Bellevue-Sts. Peter & Paul Springbrook Facebook Page.

Wayne was born, August 25, 1938, the son of Imo and Eleanor (Laffey) Jackson.  He served his country in the US Army, after being discharged he earned his Barber Certificate.  Wayne worked for Midwest Pipeline, Canadian Pacific Railroad, Clinton Engines, and then retired from John Deere Works Dubuque after 25 plus years.  He married Norma Jean Kilburg-McCarty on December 22, 1969.  Wayne loved Norma dearly.  He also enjoyed history, and visiting with family and friends.  He always had a story to tell.

Survivors include his wife, Norma; children, Kathy McCarty, Nancy (Dan) Yaddof, Carolyn (Ken) Laxson, Marilyn (Don) Atkinson, Dennis (Dawn) Jackson, and Mike (Nicole) Jackson; 14 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; a sister, Beverly Sullivan; sisters and brothers in-law, Janice Jackson, Doris (Ronald) Ambrosy, Lois Klein, Dwain (Barb) Kilburg, and Rick (Rita) Kilburg.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; father and mother in-law, Joe and Gertrude Kilburg; an infant, bother and sister; a sister, Rosalee (Richard) Schlecht; a brother, Virgil Jackson; brothers and sisters in-law, Bernard Sullivan, Rita Mae (Clyde) Ties, and Cletus Klein.

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

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

John P. Taylor

John Peter Taylor, 77 of Holy Cross, Iowa passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at his home surrounded by family.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 – 10:45 a.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Holy Cross, Iowa where the Farley Legion will accord prayers at 10:30 a.m.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Holy Cross Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery where the Farley Legion will accord military honors.  Rev. Tyler Raymond will officiate.

John was born on September 19, 1945, in Holy Cross, Iowa, the son of Francis and Dorothy (Rea) Taylor.

After graduating high school, he attended basic training at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO on May 11, 1964.  John was assigned to the 389th Eng. Company 3, 3rd Battalion, 2nd Regiment.  In June 1965 he completed the course for crane shovel in the heavy equipment school at Camp McCoy, WI.

On August 25, 1979, he married Barb Errthum at Holy Cross Catholic Church.  They were blessed with two children: Peter and Theresa.  In 1981, John bought a bulldozer and started his construction company and continued his passion for farming and construction for the next 42 years.  John served as a board member of the Holy Cross Fire Department for several years. To relax and unwind, John enjoyed long Harley rides on his trike and spending time with his grandchildren on the farm.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Barb; son, Peter Taylor, daughter, Theresa (Steven) Magyera; grandchildren: Noah Taylor, Aspen and Hudson Magyera; siblings: Mary Kahle, Helen (Scotty) Thomas, Jane (Ken) Rausch, Bridget (Bob) Kluesner, Pat (Mike) Thies, Jim Taylor, Paul (Sue) Taylor, in-laws: Mary Taylor, Lois Taylor, Karolyn Taylor, Gen Pike, Mary Hayes, Ed (Deb) Errthum, Jerome (Marlene) Errthum, Kathy Rudebeck, Leon (Elaine) Errthum, and Carol Errthum.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Ray (Joan) Taylor, Charlie Taylor, Frank Taylor, Joe Taylor; sister-in-law, Marie Taylor and many other in-laws; and nephew, Zach Taylor.

The family would like to thank the staff at Hospice of Dubuque  for their compassionate care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice of Dubuque, Lasalle Catholic School, or the Holy Cross Fire Department.

Kramer Funeral Home in Holy Cross 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.

James N. Potter

James N. “Jim” Potter, 82, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Sunday morning, August 20, 2023, at Ennoble Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

James Nathan Potter was born on July 14, 1941 in Jackson County, Iowa, to Louis Eugene and Anna Mae (Risinger) Potter.  He was a graduate of Andrew High School.  He married Lois Ann Werden on June 9, 1962 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  She preceded him in death on November 20, 2007.

Jim first worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa.  He then worked as roofer for Dub and Clay Romer of Connell Supply Company in Maquoketa for over 40 years until retirement.

He enjoyed old cars and going to classic car shows, coin collecting, and visiting with friends and family and telling jokes.

Those left to honor his memory include a daughter, Jody (Mark) Varner of Maquoketa, Iowa; one grandchild, Kacie (Isaac) Yoder of Iowa City, IA; and siblings, Bill (Ardyth) Potter of Nome, AK, Barb (Clif) Merrick of Maquoketa, IA, Nancy Redmon of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Carol (Tom) Norville of Venice, FL; and several nieces and nephews.  He was preceded by his parents, his wife Lois, brothers Gary, Richard, and Michael, and a sister Delores Potter.

A graveside service and burial celebrating Jim’s life will be held at 12 P.M., Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa.  Visitation will be held from 10 to 11:30 A.M., Tuesday, August 29, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.

The family would like to especially thank hospice and for the past three years the staff at Ennoble Manor for their wonderful care of Jim.

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

Michael Urbain

Michael “Mick” Urbain, 79, of Dubuque passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on August 19, 2023.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, August 24, 2023 at 10:30 AM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Key West IA with Msgr. Tom Toale officiating.  Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West, IA.  Friends may call from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory where a wake service will be held at 3:45 PM.

Mick was born on April 30, 1944 in Dubuque, IA son of Quirin “Mike” & Agnes (McCarthy) Urbain.  He married Shirley Henry on October 5th, 1963 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Key West IA.

Mick was a handy person by trade.  His career included but was not limited to Plant Manager at Trus Joist Corp at the Dubuque and California plants.  He worked with his brother in the family business, Steel Cutting Service of Iowa.  Mick also was the co-founder of Urbain Insurance before completing his career at Loras College, where he enjoyed participating in numerous service trips.

Mick was a dirt track race fan enjoying going to the track early for a “good” seat and chat with his friends.  Mick loved playing cards, hunting, fishing, cutting grass and riding his motorcycle.  After retirement Mick enjoyed teaching guitar lessons and playing music with his group – The Country Strummers.  A favorite destination of Mick were yearly trips to Disney World, visiting last in Sept 2022.

He is survived by his children: Ricky (Laura) Urbain of Dubuque, Randy (Janet) Urbain of Peosta, and Christine Breen of Dubuque. Grandchildren Brandon Urbain, Nicholas & Zachary Urbain, and Hayley, Nathan, and Natalie Breen. Brother-in-law, Richard (Char) Noel, Earl (Karyn) Henry, Gary (Kay) Henry and Sister-in-law Louise Bradley.

In addition to his parents, Mick was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley (2009); son-in-law, Chad Breen; father and mother-in-law Earl Sr and Mame Henry; sister Mary Ann Noel, brother Patrick Urbain.

Our family would like to thank Dr Marks, and Mick’s entire care team at MercyOne Cancer/Medical Associates, Bethany Home, and Hospice of Dubuque, for the care and compassion they provided.

Greg Kritz

Greg left us for his next great adventure on August 11, 2023. Greg was raised between Dubuque, IA and East Dubuque, IL. He joined the Navy and served his country for 9 years.  He attended the University of Iowa.  Using his skills he learned in the Navy, he honed his craft and became a master electrician.  He built a successful career that allowed him to pursue his passion for racing.  When his son Ryan was born he traded racing for being a dad.  Greg spent the next 19 years sharing his love of nature and all things motorized with his wife and boys; the family moved to the country where they could ride ATVs, enjoy archery, and practice target shooting.  Greg spent his quiet hours teaching himself to play acoustic and electric guitar.  He lived his life at full speed and without fear.  His sense of adventure and engaging laugh will be missed by those who love him and are left behind.

Greg leaves behind his wife Kelly (nee Payne); his sons Ryan & Alex (wife Kate); his sister Lynn Hoke; his brothers Gary Dunham & Jason Bauer; his father Frank Kritz, and his step-father, Dan Bauer.  He also leaves behind nieces, nephews, friends & other family.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn (Galle), grandparents Robert & Armella Henry and Gilbert & Mary Galle, as well as aunts & uncles.

Celebration of Life at Miller Funeral Home, 1185 Rt. 35 N., East Dubuque, IL, on Monday, August 28th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a Time of Sharing at from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM.

In Greg’s memory, please support the Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) at msf-usa.org in his name

Greg, we are sure that Archie was there to greet you with a slobbery frisbee.

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

Carol A. Pettinger

Carol A. Pettinger, 90 of Dyersville, Iowa, passed away on, Monday, August 21, 2023 at Mercy One Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Carol will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, August 25, 2023, at the Reiff Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 3:30 p.m.   Visitation will also be held after 8:30 a.m. on Saturday at the Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian burial for Carol will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 26, 2023, at the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Dyersville, Iowa, with Rev. Philip Aygei officiating.   Assisting Deacon will be Roger Riesberg.  Burial will be held in St. Francis Cemetery in Dyersville, Iowa.

Carol was born August 1, 1933, in Dyersville, IA, daughter of Andrew S. and Dorothea M. (Walker) Link.  She attended St. Francis Xavier grade school and is a graduate of St. Francis Xavier High School Class of 1951.  She continued her education and is a 1954 graduate from the Mercy School of Nursing of Dubuque.  On May 9, 1956, she was united in marriage to Marvin A. Pettinger at the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Dyersville.   He preceded her in death on August 1, 2017.

Carol was employed as a Nurse at Mercy Hospital in Dyersville for 6 months, then at Regional Memorial Hospital in Manchester for 36 years.  Carol truly enjoyed Nursing, she referred to it as one of the high lights in her life, as she enjoyed caring for others, and continued to visit those in the nursing home. Carol was the founder of the St. Anne’s Mother Club in 1957 and served as president several times in the 61 years of its existence.

She was member of the St. Francis Xavier Parish in which she was a long time member of the Xavier Basilica Choir and member of the Resurrection Choir.   She was a member of the Dyersville Historical Society, the Red Hats Club, the Kennedy Library, the Mercy Hospital Auxiliary, the Mercy Hospital Nursing Alumni, the Dyersville Garden Club and Carol was also a member of the Sweet Adeline’s Chorus from Manchester that sang, preformed and competed in several cities.  Of all the things that Carol enjoyed in life her family gave her the greatest joy, she loved the trips together, and enjoyed watching her grandchildren grow.  She always appreciated how good they all were to her and Marvin.   Carol was an excellent quilter and seamstress, making booties and scarfs for many premies and missionaries.  She was also known as the Neighborhood Nurse.

She is survived by five children, Doug (Lisa) Pettinger of Boise, ID, Lori (Frank) Schoreit of Elkhorn, NE, Russ (Joan) Pettinger of Dyersville, IA, Ann (David) Nelson of Fort Mill, SC, and Sue (Dale) Platz of Papillion, NE; eleven grandchildren, Dade (Tara) Pettinger, Arly (Tyler) Coe, Bree (Brayden) Israel, Kara (Cody) Winther, Brad Schoreit (& Zach Ossino), Alec Schoreit (Katherine Moustakes), Emily (Adam) Nurre, Claire Nelson, Audrey Nelson, Rachel (J) Davis, Joey Platz (Kristie Velez); 3 step grandchildren, Andrea (Jason) Todd, Brooke (Randy) Bacon, and Dylan Weber; 5 great grandchildren; 4 step-great grandchildren; two brothers, James (Peg) Link of Simpsonville, SC and Allan Link of Dyersville, IA; one sister, Judy (Jerry) Hills of Ft. Meyers, FL and 3 sisters-in-law, Sally Link of Peoria, IL, Carol Pettinger of Dyersville, IA and Jane Pettinger of Liberty, MO.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; one brother Stephen Link; father and mother-in-law, Lawrence and Stella Pettinger; two sisters-in-laws, Karol Link and  Mary Ann (John) Savolt; two brothers-in-law, Donald Pettinger and Ken Pettinger; and a Niece, Natalie Pettinger.

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

A Carol A. Pettinger memorial fund has been established.

The family would like to thank the Ellen Kennedy Living Center Staff, the Mercy One Dyersville staff, Mercy One Dubuque Staff, and the Reiff Funeral for all the kind and compassionate care given to Carol.

Grace Schnorenberg

Grace Schnorenberg, 98, of Dubuque, died Saturday, August 19, 2023.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, August 25, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

Private family burial will be held at Linwood Cemetery, Dubuque.

Grace was born February 27, 1925, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Paul Lewis and Grace (Norton) Cate. On December 28, 1946, she married Paul “Ozzie” Schnorenberg at the Church of the Nativity. He preceded her in death on October 14, 2007.

Grace graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and later graduated from Bayless Business College in Dubuque.

Grace began her working career as a bank teller at First National Bank, followed by a long and loving career as a wife and mother. She was a gifted musician and competitive athlete, primarily golf, tennis, and bowling. She was a member of the Lacoma Golf Club and member of the Dubuque Tennis Association for many years. Grace also belonged to Dubuque Women’s Bowling Association for many years, as well as the Dubuque Sertoma Club. Grace was a former member of the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra. She was also a former member of the Little Cloud Girl Scout Council, serving on the Board of Directors, Chairman of the Program Committee, and Second Vice-President. Grace was also a faithful member of the Power of Prayer Adoration Chapel and the counting team at Church of the Nativity. Above all, Grace was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Survivors include her five children, Paula Odefey of Asbury; Robert (Diane) Schnorenberg of Cedar Rapids, IA; Barbara Tlamka of Asbury; Karen Zerante of Chicago Heights, IL; and Patricia (Richard) Rupp of Dubuque; ten grandchildren, Chad (Misti) Odefey, Shannon Marshall, Corby Robbins, Derek Schnorenberg, Jason (Melanie) Schnorenberg, Ben (Matt) Zerante, Andrew (Renee) Zerante, Nora (Josh Ladner) Zerante, Paula (Matthew) Zerante Denton, and Erik (Jackie) Rupp; four step-grandchildren, Heather (Scott) Gamm, Robbie (Brittany) Miller, Ryan (Melissa) Miller, and Holly (Craig) Kinzenbaw; 13 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sons-in-law, Jim Odefey and David Zerante; and her six siblings.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to her dear neighbors Bob and Lois Wagner and her devoted golfing companions and loyal friends, Carole and Gloria.

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

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

Susan K. Schmitt

Susan Kay Schmitt, 67, of Dubuque, died Saturday, August 19, 2023, at her home with her family by her side.

A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

Susan was born November 14, 1955, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Leo and Kathleen (Giellis) Schadl.

Susan was very passionate about the work she did at Mercy Hospital and the people she met there in her 27 years. She enjoyed long car rides, spending time at the pool, and listening to music ranging from Casting Crowns to BTS. Her faith was also a prime focus in her life but spending time with her daughters and siblings was her favorite. Susan could be described as loving, strong, giving, determined, and sassy; if you didn’t know her, it is your loss.

Survivors include her two daughters, Emily (her fella, Grant) Schmitt and Hannah Schmitt; four siblings, Patti (Tom) Leicht, Marty (Lisa) Schadl, Lynn (Jim) Taylor, and Greg (fiancé, Bridget) Schadl.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her best friend, Marla.

The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Hospice of Dubuque, especially Jessica, Dr. Loetscher, Dr. Engelman and all of the staff and nurses at MercyOne Cancer Center.

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 Susan’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Sharon D. Foulks

Sharon D. Foulks, 73, of Onslow, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 11, 2023, at the Dennis and Donna Oldorf Hospice House in Hiawatha, Iowa.

Sharon Dianne Carr was born on August 28, 1949, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Harold and Mary (Ralston) Carr. She attended and graduated from Western Dubuque Schools in Epworth, Iowa. She married James William Foulks on November 3, 1972, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Temple Hill. To this union, 3 daughters were born, Anita, Dianne, and Linda. James preceded Sharon in death on January 14, 2014. Sharon had been a resident of Onslow for 51 years.

Those left to honor her memory include her daughters, Anita (Mac) Besler of Central City, IA, Dianne (Brandon) Rivas of Marion, IA, and Linda (Adam) Windschitl of Missouri Valley, IA. Sharon was a devoted grandmother to her seven grandchildren, Avary, Emery, Dante, Darius, Isabella, Caitlin, and Audrey, who will miss her deeply. She is also survived by her brothers, Edward (Nancy) Carr of Koloa, HI, and Allan (Carol) Carr of Monmouth, IA; and sisters, Dixie Bruns of Monmouth, IA, and Carla (Donald) Clark of Monmouth, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her siblings Doug, Dale, Ronnie, Thomas, Jim, Jack, Jane, Marilee, Karen, Lois, Linda, and Cathy.

Sharon enjoyed going to the casino with friends and family, scratching lottery tickets, singing karaoke and playing Bingo, Solitaire, and Canasta. She had a competitive spirit and loved the thrill of a good game.  She loved spending time at the campground, where she would often be found surrounded by loved ones, sharing stories and laughter.

Sharon’s baking skills were renowned within her family and friends. Her apple pies and Monster cookies were legendary, and she took great pleasure in baking for others. Her family will fondly remember her cookies and pies.

Friends and family may gather for a Remembrance Luncheon beginning at noon on September 2, 2023 at Calkins Barn (lower level) in Wyoming, IA. There will be a private burial for family and close friends at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Temple Hill, Iowa.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Sharon D. Foulks memorial fund has been established.

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

Isabelle A. Steines

Isabelle A. Steines, 93, of Dyersville passed away Friday, August 18, 2023, at MercyOne Senior Care in Dyersville.

Visitation will be held from 3 – 6 p.m. on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.  Visitation will continue at the funeral home from 9-10 am prior to funeral mass.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, August 25, 2023, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville.  Burial in St. Francis Cemetery.  Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate.

Isabelle was born on April 22, 1930, in Balltown the daughter of Paul and Melinda (Tigges) Klein.  She married Lawrence Steines on September 28, 1949, in Balltown.

Isabelle enjoyed her many hobbies, which varied from playing Bingo and Euchre to baking pies and cookies.

Survivors include her children: Mary Ann Stock of Waterloo, Bill (Bonnie) Steines of Dubuque, and Roger (Lee) Steines of Webster, NH; 10 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren and 6 step great grandchildren and 2 step great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Lawrence in 2003, a son-in-law, Fulton Stock; siblings: Adella (Raymond) LeGrand, Frank (Marcella) Klein, Victor Klein and Norman Klein; in-laws: Henry, Jr., Herman (Agnes), and Sylvester (Edith Mae) Steines, Elverda (Hubert) Engling, Melinda (Duane) Kunkel, LeRoy (Betty) Steines.

The family would like to thank Dr. Miner and his staff, Hospice of Dubuque, MercyOne Senior Care, and Ellen Kennedy Living Center and Kramer Funeral Home for their compassionate care.

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.