Obituaries Archive

Francis Dunn

Francis “Frank” Dunn, 92, of Dubuque, passed on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until 10:45 am on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Dubuque.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Frank will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Frank was born on February 27, 1933, in Webster, IA, the son of Michael and Marie (Strohman) Dunn. He was united in marriage to Maryann Peiffer at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Keota, IA on August 18, 1956.

Frank graduated from Keswick High School in Keswick, IA. He ran the family farm from an early age, studied at University of Colorado and Southern Illinois University, and eventually earned an MBA from Columbia State University.

Frank’s career was primarily in banking, and included real estate, insurance, and mortgage funding in Colorado, Illinois, and Iowa. Frank will be remembered for his legacy of faith and service. He was ordained Deacon in Sioux City, IA in 1992, and he faithfully served as deacon for St. Columbkille Catholic Church for 24 years. Frank was a founding member of Thunder Hills Country Club, where he also served on the board. He was president of the development committee for Dunlieth Park and Pool, served in the Peace Corps in Ukraine, was an active member of the Knights of Columbus, Lyon’s Club, and Sierra Club, and served on the board of directors at Presentation Lantern Center.

He is survived by his wife, Maryann of Dubuque; six children, Katrina (Andy) Wilberding of Dubuque, Theresa “Terri” (Rob) Droessler of Cuba City, WI, Michael (Michelle Harkness) Dunn of Elkhorn, WI, Nancy (Steve) Kann of Dubuque, Kelly (Tim) Sherman of Dubuque, and Patrick Dunn-Drees of Norwalk, IA; 18 grandchildren, Peter, Rachel (Sam), Zachary (Gina), Elizabeth (Michael), Matthew, Michael (Katerina), Rachel, Tyler, Sydney, Kaitlyn (Joey), Michael (Ashley), Joseph, Laura, Anna, Riley, Connor, Morgan, and Jacob (Madi); 21 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Frank was preceded in death by his parents; daughter-in-law, Kandace Drees-Dunn; three sisters, Mary (Gerald) Hughes, Lucille (Kenneth) Butler, and Rosemary (Jim) Connell, one brother, James (Betty) Dunn.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque or St. Columbkille Catholic Church.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to the caregivers at Hospice of Dubuque, Stonehill and Assisi Care Centers, and Dr. Brian Sullivan for all of their compassionate care.

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

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

Raymond T. Wunder

Raymond T. “Ray” Wunder, age 58, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly on August 9, 2025, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Ray’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Ray’s family.

Ray was born on June 8, 1967, in Dubuque, IA, a son to Thomas G. and Mary Jane (Boge) Wunder.  He possessed an intrinsic adoration and devotion to family, friends, and God which never failed.  Ray was a drywaller and landscaper by trade, but for those who knew him well, he would boldly proclaim that his life was so much more than an identity derived from the daily work he put forth.  You see, Ray spent over 22 years with a brain tumor that upon its initial diagnosis was predicted to only give him 3 years left to spend here among us.  Ray did not take this reality lightly, nor did his family.  Almost immediately they leaned into the Lord for his mercy, healing and strength.  Prayer became a daily event, attendance in church became a new norm again, and by time the allotted three years had arrived, Ray’s tumor was decreasing and becoming manageable as the faith life of all those around him was increasing.

The Lord was gracious enough to send signs along the way when needed most to reassure everyone that He was ultimately sovereign over all things, in control of the trials we face in life as well as the blessings, and their prayers were being both heard and answered.  Ray, along with his family were given 22 years to trust God in their daily lives, petition Jesus for strength and healing, and ultimately watch the Holy Spirit do His work right before their eyes.  The spiritual realm which we often take for granted, or even miss existing all around us, was ever-present and using this situation for good in the end.  Ray’s testimony is one of coming home to Jesus…twice.  First, as a medical diagnosis opened his heart to something greater than himself; and secondly as he now begins his eternal life in the presence of God the Father and our Savior, Jesus Christ.

This mortal life we live has an end date for each one of us who is given his first breath. Each day we are alive is ultimately one day closer to the last one we will be granted.  Each life is uniquely equipped for this experience, rain will fall on the just and unjust alike, but ultimately it’s the freewill we are given which sets us apart from the rest of creation.  Ray and his family thankfully found the real purpose while living theirs out…to find and accept the truth that we are all temporary vessels walking towards an eternal state and only the One who created it all can help, bless, and love us unconditionally in both worlds…we just have to choose to believe.

We will miss Ray’s kind and gentle spirit walking among us, but we know and trust that we will see him again one day and for now we have his legacy to remind us that life is a journey and none of us ever has to walk it alone.  “Well done good and faithful servant.  You have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things.  Enter into the joy of your Lord.”

Those left to cherish the memory of Ray include,

his parents,
Tom (Mary Jane) Wunder, Dubuque, IA;

his siblings,
Kelly Hayes, Dubuque, IA,
and Beverly (John) Chase, Iowa City, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Ray was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents; his brother Thomas “T.J.” Wunder; and his brother-in-law, Jeff Hayes.

Ray’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the University of Iowa for all of their care and efforts over the last 22 years.  We would also like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Finley Hospital and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care of Ray and his family.  We would finally like to extend a very heartfelt and sincere thank you to Donnie and Michele Pierce for all of their generous love and support throughout Ray’s medical care and traveling back and forth to Iowa City.  All of you have played a very important and always appreciated role in Ray’s life, as well as ours, and we are forever grateful for each and every one of you.  May the Lord bless you just as you have been a blessing to us!

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Raymond’s name to Hospice of Dubuque, 1670 JFK Rd, Dubuque, IA, 52002, or https://hospiceofdubuque.org

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

Dolores M. Correll

Dolores M. Correll, 96 of East Dubuque passed away on August 8, 2025 in her home.  She died as she lived, in peace with grace and dignity.  Although we are saddened and prepared to deeply miss her, she is going to enjoy a massive reunion with her Savior, Jesus Christ and the many that have gone before her.  A service of farewell will be Wednesday,  August 13, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm., at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m.   A Celebration Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday, August 14, at 10:30 AM at St Mary Catholic Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Bosco Aruldoss officiating.  She will be laid to rest alongside her husband, Ed in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Dolores was born July 16, 1929 to Reynold Bettcher and Anges Mettille-Bettcher in Dubuque, IA.  She married Edward K. (Spider) Correll on August 7, 1948.  Dolores and Ed had three children and a home full of love, laughter, fun, faith, family, friends and random pets.  Everyone was welcome in the home that they built in 1959.

Dolores enjoyed life and lived it very well.  She was employed at the Dubuque Packing House until it closed, then she went on to be a demo/sample lady at Econo Foods until it closed, she then worked at Hy-Vee in Asbury and Hy-Vee on Locust until she was 90 and COVID eliminated the need for demo/sample personnel.  Faith, Family and Friends were so very important to her.  She was a devout Catholic but was always curious about other Faiths, Religions Practices and Cultures, she spent a lot of time reading and asking questions to learn about views and concluded that there is One God, (whether you say God, Great Spirit, Devine Universe) and he loves us all.  She could find good in anything and always was the strong person that could be counted on for the Bettcher/Correll/Dean Family.  And as Ed said, “She was the perfect blend of class and sass.”

She also enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers and sisters, nieces, nephews, Godchildren and Family-like Friends.  She enjoyed playing Connect 4 and Perfection with the kids, praying the Rosary, liked Betty Boop and coffee.  She found joy watching people and pets go past her home and she loved the kitchen window-view of different birds especially the humming birds (little buzzers) that enjoyed the birdseed and treats she provided as well as other wildlife that wandered past the house, deer, turkeys, bunny families, groundhogs, fox, neighbor kids…  She was a member of Catholic Daughters of America, co-founded the Tri-State Antique Auto Club with Ed and hosted Exchange Students in their home in the 1970’s.

Dolores will be deeply missed by her daughter, Ann (Jeff) Haas, Daughter-in-Law, Amy Correll, Seven Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren and 4 Great Great Grandchildren, Brothers, Roger (Buck)(Janice) & Lester (Les) (Sue) Bettcher, Sisters, Katie Deutmeyer and Judy (Tom) Bauer along with numerous nephews, nieces, Godchildren, former co-workers, family-like friends and neighbors.

She will be welcomed to a wonderful reunion by her Husband, Ed (Spider), Her deeply loved daughter, Carm Dean and son-like-in-law Jerry Dean, Adored son Tom Correll (TIC), respected and cherished Granddaughter, Amy Sue (Dean) Hantelmann, Sisters, Loretta (Harry) Williams and Linda Lou Bettcher, Brothers, Roy (Jeanette), Milton, Willy (Darlene) & Clarence Bettcher, Brother-in-Law, Melvin Deutmeyer, her daughter-like niece, Pamela Williams-McAndrew, Godchildren, Steve Bettcher and Bonnie Jellison, and her very very special great niece, Robin Close, along with her in-laws, Charles (The Governor) and Mable Correll and the Correll Clan, Co-Workers, Friends and Neighbors that she always enjoyed the company of.

Our Family would like to thank everyone that enjoyed life with Dolores, she had fun and adventures with everyone she encountered.  We would also like to give a big THANK YOU to her son-like next door nephew, Kevin Williams for all the little odds and ends he attended to that allowed Delores to stay in the home that Ed built for her as long as possible.  To honor Delores’s memory please do good deeds and be kind to everyone (especially unkind people because we do not know what has happened on their journey).

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

Maxine J. Bebber

Maxine J. Bebber, 72, of North Buena Vista, Iowa passed away Saturday, August 9, 2025, at her home surrounded by family.

Celebration of Life will be held from 2 – 5 p.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg, Iowa.

Maxine was born on October 14, 1952, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, daughter of Willard Elliott. She married Larry Bebber on December 5, 1975, in Galena, Illinois.

Maxine had a big heart and loved to make people laugh. She will be missed for her funny one-liners. She was incredibly thoughtful, loving, and had several friends and family she kept in contact with over the years. Her family was her joy, especially her grandchildren.

She also had a devout passion for her country as her husband, friends, and family members served in the military. She supported all the local fire department, EMS, and officers.

Survivors include her children: Larry Jr. (Tiffany) Bebber, Luther Bebber and Vada (Chris) Dahl; ten grandchildren, and one great-grandchild; and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Bebber in 2012; her father, Willard; sister, Kathy Jangula; and other relatives and friends.

Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg is assisting the family.  Information is available at https://www.kramer-morrisfuneralhome.com.

Marilou Risser

Marilou Risser, 82, of West Des Moines, formerly from Maquoketa, passed away on August 6, 2025.

Born on July 17, 1943, to Darrell and Helen (Battles) Reichling, she graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1961, then attended Stephens College, an all-girls school in Columbia, MO.

On September 6, 1963, she married Bill Risser, sharing 52 wonderful years together. They welcomed two children, Alison and Cameron.

Her professional life began working alongside her father-in-law, Dr. Clay Risser. She and Bill owned and operated Bob the Florist, which later became Brenda’s Flowers. Marilou then served as an employment specialist at Operation New View, followed by many years at Eastern Iowa Community College supporting individuals with employment barriers, until her retirement.

Those left to honor her memory include her daughter Alison Risser of West Des Moines, son Cameron (Susan) Risser of West Des Moines, granddaughters Shannon (Joe) Daurelle-Brown of Ankeny and Haleigh (Nick) Leach of Waukee, sisters-in-law Jeanne Risser and Mona Reichling, her five nieces, and many cherished friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her mother- and father-in-law Dr. Clay and Ruth Risser, her brother Chuck Reichling, and her brother-in-law Bob Risser.

Marilou was a 50-year member of P.E.O. Sisterhood, past President of the Compass Club in the Des Moines area, a member of Eastern Star and Lutheran Church of Hope. She enjoyed playing bridge, belonging to several bridge clubs.

Marilou found joy in arranging flowers, traveling with her loved ones, enjoying Florida winters with friends, being near the water, and taking convertible rides with Bill. Her granddaughters were her pride and joy.

A service to celebrate Marilou’s life will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 11 A.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, with a luncheon immediately following in “The Bistro” at Carson’s from 12 to 2 P.M. All are welcome to attend.  A private family burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Marilou Risser Memorial Fund has been established.

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

James O. Berry

Carol E. Ulvestad

Carol Elaine Ulvestad, 91, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, at Bishop Drumm in Johnston, Iowa.

Carol was born on July 25, 1934, to Clifford and Eleanor Ulvestad in Fillmore, MN.  The family moved to Maquoketa, Iowa, where Carol spent most of her youth.

After high school, Carol went on to pursue a degree in education.  She taught kindergarten in the Davenport school district for over 30 years.  Carol was a natural with her enthusiasm and ability to make learning fun.

In Davenport, Carol loved spending time with friends, listening to music, and dancing.  Those amazing friends were like family to Carol and continued to be a very important part of her life through the years.  Carol also had a very kind and gentle side, taking in wounded ducks and nurturing them back to health as well as giving food and shelter to stray cats.

Carol is survived by her brother, Gene Ulvestad, her nephew and nieces, Phil Ulvestad (Patti), Julie Chafin (Bill), and Angela Newton (Tom), as well as a host of great-nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Doris Ulvestad.

We will gather for a Celebration of Life on August 15, 2025 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa from 2-4pm.  A private family burial will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to your local animal shelter.

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

Scott S. Hendron

Scott Svend Hendron, age 61, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at his home after a long illness on August 4, 2025. To celebrate Scott’s life, private family services were held. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, is assisting Scott’s family.

Scott was born in 1964 at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Spencer and Susan (Hansen) Hendron. His father’s time in the Air Force brought a series of moves across the United States and across seas to West Berlin, Germany, before ultimately settling in Park Ridge, Illinois, where Scott spent his formative years.

Growing up, Scott was highly intelligent, competitive, and determined in all aspects. He was very industrious and began working on his own initiative delivering papers in the dark, early morning hours before school. He was an enthusiastic and aggressive football player, made the traveling team, and was eventually  awarded the highest honor of his hometown league. He also participated in area youth wrestling competitions.

Scott was born with the engineering gene thanks to his maternal grandfather, Svend Hansen, a Danish engineer himself. Scott spent many hours with his grandfather in the workshop which was rocket fuel for his engineering ambitions. Scott excelled in math and physical sciences in high school. During his senior year, he worked as a draftsman at a small local engineering firm, and he graduated from Maine South High School in 1982.

Scott was accepted into the prestigious University of Illinois School of Engineering and graduated with honors in mechanical engineering. In 1986, he was hired by Komatsu Dresser Industries where he worked for several years. During that time he also began raising a family with his then-wife, Mary, and together they had three children: Matthew, Jack, and Caroline.

Moving on to advance his interests, he was given a position at John Deere in Dubuque, Iowa. At Deere, he was highly regarded and assigned cutting edge projects domestically and internationally while working in advanced research and design. He also established over 30 patents for John Deere.

Scott was an avid and voracious fisherman fueled by family vacations on fishing lakes in the northwoods of Wisconsin. He always kept his love for the outdoors and instilled it into his sons Matthew and Jack on camping and fishing trips. He also became an inveterate tinkerer and creator. He worked on many projects including woodworking, furniture making, model building, electronic, 3-D printing, and building skateboard ramps for his kids. Scott was always tirelessly creating and perfecting his newest inventions.

Scott retired from a successful career at John Deere in 2018. Scott’s partner, Patti Fedewa, cared for him until he passed away with her at his home.

There is so much more to describe his life and endless creativity, ingenuity, enthusiasm, and sense of humor. He leaves a huge void and is beyond sorely missed by his family.

He is survived by his children Jack and Caroline, their mother Mary Hendron, partner Patti Fedewa, his parents Spencer and Susan Hendron, siblings Jennifer (Diether) Remeikis, Erik Hendron, and Annie Schmidt, nephews Andrew Schmidt, Kirk (Sam) Remeikis and Seth Farina, nieces Jillian and Kelsey Remeikis, Amileah Hendron and Emma Schmidt, Aunt Donna Blake, cousins Matthew (Marie) and Jason Blake, and his partner’s children Steffanie (Brad) Bakker, Jordan (Matthew) Sherman, and Keith (Mary Grace) Westpfahl.

He is preceded in death by son Matthew Hendron, maternal grandparents Svend and Elsie Hansen, and paternal grandparents Marvin and June Hendron, and partner’s daughter Deidre Westpfahl.

Cards and memorials in Scott’s memory may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Scott Hendron Family.

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

Janet A. Genz

Janet A. Genz, 64, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at home surrounded by her family in Dubuque.

Friends and family may visit on Thursday, August 14, 2025 from 4 to 6 pm at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A Funeral Service will be held at 6 at the funeral home.

Janet was born on September 26, 1960, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Willard and Joanne (Berg) Lindenberg. She graduated from Northeast Iowa Technical Institute as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She married Donald J. Genz on December 17, 1984, in Dubuque.

Janet was the true definition of a nurse. She had a giving heart and lived a life full of kindness. She worked at Sunnycrest Manor for more than 25 years and was a member of Rockdale United Methodist Church. Janet was a talented seamstress. She loved music and would often sing along to her favorite songs. She was a passionate sports fan, watching and attending Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs, and Iowa Hawkeyes games with her husband and son. Janet loved her family deeply and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She would often travel to watch their sports games and looked forward to their yearly visit in the summer. Christmas was her favorite holiday. She loved giving gifts to everyone and had presents piled almost as high as the tree. Janet graciously fought cancer for 13 years.

Janet is survived by her husband Don; children Kelli (John) Jones, Kathi (Nathan) Riemer, and Peter Genz; grandchildren Jill, Erik, Logan, Mason, and Ella; sisters Luanne Lindenberg, Sandi Lindenberg, and Cindi Lindenberg; sisters-in-law Sharon Koster, Jane (Jim) Bakery, Julie (Tom) McDonald), and Patricia (Todd) Miller; and many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Willard and Joanne Lindenberg, granddaughter Katie, a brother Robert Willard in infancy, parents-in-law Joseph and Ann Genz, sisters-in-law Kim Genz, Joan Genz, and Jennifer Skahill, and brother-in-law Bob Koster.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Dr. Eric Engelman, Dr. Sara Loetscher, the staff of Mercy Cancer Center and University of Iowa Cancer Center, and Hospice of Dubuque.

Donald L. Even

Donald “Don” L. Even, 89, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away August 8, 2025, at MercyOne Dubuque.

Friends and family may visit from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd; with a wake service to begin at 2:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the Church of the Resurrection, with the Very Rev. Phillip Gibbs officiating. Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery.

Don was born May 28,1936 in Bellevue, Iowa, the son of Leo and Loretta (Herrig) Even. He served in the United States Army from 1958 to1960 and married Sharon Goffinet September 19, 1959, at St. Joseph Church in Bellevue, Iowa. Don worked as a Plant Manager at Ensign Corporation for 44 years until his retirement in 2004.

He was on the Jackson County Board of Education, a member of both Bellevue Jaycees, and the Bellevue Golf Club and served on its Board of Directors.

Don was a die-hard Chicago Cubs and Iowa Hawkeye fan. He coached little league, was a bowler, and an avid golfer. He was inducted into the Eastern Iowa Golf Association Hall of Fame in 2002. Don always looked forward to the giant hearts card game with his sibling and in-laws. He most enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Sharon; his sons Danny (Jean) Even, Dennis (Michele) Even, Doug (Lori) Even; daughter- in-law Kim Even; grandchildren Mitchell, Collin, Ryan, Sydney and Addison; great grandchildren Ella, Grayson, Cooper, and Callum; siblings Larry (Joyce) Even and Diane Murray; siblings-in-law Patricia Even, and Ted (Andrea) Goffinet.

Don is preceded in death by his parents, his parents-in-law Ted and Alberta Goffinet, son Rick Even, siblings Mary Jane (Kenny) Harris, and Clyde Even, siblings-in-law Shirley (Chuck) O’Neill, Sharlene (John) Runde, and Tom Murray.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established.

The family would like to thank the staff at Eagle Point Place for their compassionate care.

Margaret E. Klinkner

Margaret E. “Marge” Klinkner 89, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025, surrounded by her family.

A private service for Marge was held at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, followed by interment at Mount Calvary Cemetery. For online condolences, please visit www.leonardfuneralhome.com.

She was born October 9, 1935, in Iowa City, IA to William and Theresa (Kauffmann) Coleman. After attending Saint Joseph Academy, she married Kenneth Klinkner at Holy Ghost Church in Dubuque, Iowa on May 14, 1955. He preceded her in death on May 17, 2017.

She enjoyed playing softball, volleyball, bowling and painting figurines. She also enjoyed her years coaching volleyball at Resurrection School in Dubuque. In her later years she loved watching western movies.
She is survived by her four children, Lynn (John) Klostermann, and Cindy (Jim) Riedl, of Dubuque, Kari (Randy) Schueller of Asbury, and Brian (Tracy) Klinkner of Dubuque. Seven grandchildren, Nate (Aimee) Klostermann, AJ (Nikki) Riedl, Kati (Chris) Averkamp, Allison (Jason) Zamastil, Linzi Schueller (Kelsey), CJ Riedl, and Sam Klinkner. Eight great grandchildren, Emma, Ava, Evalie, Jase, Ella, Nora, Jackson, and Nolan. Also surviving are brothers and sisters-in-law, James Colemen, Art (Shirley) Coleman, Claudette Coleman; sisters-in-law Norma Jean Klinkner Waterman, Patricia Klinkner Robson and Shirley Klinkner along with many nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her three sisters, Delores Greenwood, Lucille Kane, and Jeanette Henkel. Two brothers, Billy and Donald Coleman, and in-laws Sheryl Coleman, Leo Greenwood, Charles Kane, Robert Henkel, Grace Klinkner and Herman Klinkner.

Marge’s family extends their sincere gratitude to Dr. Andrea Ries, the staff at Hawkeye Care Center, Above and Beyond Hospice Care, and especially her granddaughter Allison for the exceptional care provided.

Ruth F. Hickson

Ruth F. Hickson, 91, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.

Friends and family may visit from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at The Journey Assembly of God Church, 3939 Pennsylvania Ave.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the church with Pastor Terry Bemis officiating. A private family burial will be held at a later date at Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family.

Ruth was born on September 29, 1933, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Francis Cunningham and Cora Shoars. She married Joseph Hickson on September 17th, 1955, and together they shared 62 loving years until Joe’s passing in 2018. Ruth worked at Finley Hospital in Dubuque as an Admitting Clerk for 28 years. She received the Caring Hearts Award. She made hats for the Dubuque Rescue Mission, cancer patients, and newborns. Her favorite show was General Hospital – you knew not to call between 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.!

Ruth is survived by her children, Rick (Regina) Hickson of Bumpus Mills, TN, Pat (Kathy) Hickson of Dubuque, Karen Conrad of Epworth, Ellen (Bob) Sarazin of Dubuque, and Jolene (Fiancé Stanley Kane) Arensdorf of Dubuque; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; brother David (Linda) Cunningham of Windsor, Oregon; brother-in-law, Robert (Rosie) Hickson of Bellevue, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph, parents Francis Cunningham and Cora Kratz, sister Naomi (Ray) Polsean, parents-in-law Frank and Edna Hickson, and brother-in-law Raymond Hickson.

A special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque and her loving granddaughters for their kindness and amazing care during this difficult time.

Wayne J. Bauer

Wayne Joseph Bauer, 90, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away at Oak Park Place on August 6, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Friends and family may visit from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd; with a wake service to begin at 6:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025, at Resurrection Catholic Church, with the Very Rev. Phillip Gibbs officiating. Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Military Honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard.

Wayne was born on August 8, 1934, the son of Emil and Helen (Nagle) Bauer. He went to Sacred Heart School in Dubuque. Wayne was in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956. On October 19, 1957, he married Betty Jean (Blakeman) Bauer at Sacred Heart Church. He worked at the Dubuque Packing Co/FDL until his retirement in 1994 as well as Caradco Co. in Dubuque.

He was involved in the Boys Club Booster, Sacred Heart Holy Name Society, he played softball for various teams. He enjoyed camping, traveling, woodworking, helping his neighbors and friends. Most of all, he loved spending time with his grandkids. Wayne would walk a mile for a good catfish dinner.

Wayne is survived by his wife Betty; son, David (Lisa) Bauer; daughter, Diane (Ed) Pickel; son, Daniel (Jenni) Bauer; grandchildren, Alec Bauer, Mason (Megan) Bauer, Connor (Hannah) Bauer, Carter Bauer, CortLynn Bauer, Brady Slaton, Becca (Alex) Menster, Eddie (Jennifer) Pickel Jr.; great grandchildren, Oliver Bauer, Alden Bauer, Lennon Menster.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Rosemary Patters, Loraine Krueger, Shirley Steuri and LaVerne Bauer.

Per Wayne’s requests, he requests no flowers, and any memorials be given to the Dubuque Humane Society.

Scott A. Clarke

Scott was born April 5, 1963 in Urbandale, Iowa to Fred and Norma Clarke.

Scott attended Urbandale High School and then went on to attend Des Moines Area Community College to earn an associate degree and printing certification.  He continued his education earning a BA in Political Science at Drake University.

Scott worked in the printing industry first at the Wall Street Journal and then at Color FX in Des Moines before moving to Dubuque where he worked for Quebecor and QuadGraphics.  He began his management career at Anderson Windows and most recently worked for John Deere Works in Dubuque.

Scott was an avid bicyclist and was known to be “on the trail” by all who knew him.  Scott enjoyed the Iowa State Fair every year in addition to a love of music, movies and was a self-taught student of history. Christmas was always his favorite time of the year.

Scott’s biggest love was his family.  Those left to embrace his memory are his siblings Steve (Mary) Clarke, Eileen (Dennis) Bogaards, Brian Clarke and his nieces, nephew and grand nieces.

Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm Saturday, August 16, 2025 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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

Patricia Dausener

Patricia “Pat” Dausener, 83, of Dubuque, passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Mercy Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque. Visitation will continue from 9 a.m. until the 10 a.m. Funeral Service on Thursday, August 7, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home. Deacon Keith McCarraher will officiate. Interment will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Pat was born November 23, 1941 in Prairie du Chien, WI, the daughter of Robert and Betty (Marshall) Weed. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1959. Pat married Phillip Dausener on April 23, 1960 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, and they recently celebrated 65 years of marriage.

Pat was employed in various positions at William C. Brown Publishing, and at McGraw Hill, until her retirement.

Pat was a wonderful homemaker, who enjoyed sewing, cooking, gardening, canning, and baking her legendary pecan rolls. She was an avid quilter, and made many family heirlooms over the years. Pat also enjoyed doing puzzles, traveling with Phillip, spending time with her dogs, and playing cards. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who took great pride in her family, and loved them all dearly.

Pat is survived by her husband of 65 years, Phillip Dausener, of Dubuque; three children, Dana (Dale Winter) Van Ostrand, of Dubuque, Janette (Tim) Bird, of Greenwood, IN, and Kenneth (DeAnna) Dausener, of New Vienna, IA; her grandchildren, Uriah and Olivia Van Ostrand, Ian (Kay) Bird, Lindsey (Jordan) King, and Joshua Dausener; her great-grandchildren, Tatum Van Ostrand, Korie Bird, and Delilah and Rowan King; her brother, Michael (Amy) Weed, of Little Rock, AR; her sister-in-law, Phyllis Cottrell, of Dubuque; several nieces and nephews; and her dogs, Pixie and Ria.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Diane (Arthur) Imbus; her step-father, James Brennan; her step-mother, Evelyn Weed; her mother-in- law, Theresa Dausener; her brother-in-law, Roger Cottrell; and her sister-in-law, Thelma (Fred) Koehler.