Obituaries Archive

Doug W. Swift

Douglas W. “Doug” Swift, age 79, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on March 26, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque.  To honor Doug’s life, Celebrations of Life will be held in Iowa and New Hampshire at a later date.  Burial will be in the Hope Utah Cemetery in Galesburg, IL. and in the Cemetery on the Plain in Windham, N.H.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Doug’s family.

Doug was born on February 2, 1944, in Fall River, MA, a son to Lawrence B. and Elaine E. (Lepage) Swift.  After high school, Doug went on to honorably serve his country with the U.S. Air Force from 1962-1966.  When he had returned to civilian life, Doug eventually made his way into a career as a project manager for the Digital Equipment Corporation where he spent most of his working years and eventually retired in 2002.  He also enjoyed remodeling homes over the years and was proud to have built one of his own homes, as well as completing his final home to enjoy with Kristine by his side here in Dubuque.  Doug enjoyed traveling whenever possible and was quite content to finally retire to Naples, FL, when the time arrived.  He decided to keep himself busy on a part-time basis at the golf courses around the area all while enjoying the time and the people he met along the way.  Doug never met a stranger and his heart was a big as could be.  His kind and generous spirit was always on display and his positive attitude had the instant ability to turn anyone’s day around who crossed his path that day.  Doug was also a naturally gifted artist who enjoyed painting portraits of family and friends canine companions as well as blessing his family and friends with a custom made Christmas card each year.  Doug loved life, his family, and the opportunity to make the world a better place when the moments arose.  His legacy will surely live on for generations to come in the hearts and minds of all who knew and loved him.  Our hearts possess an empty Doug shaped hole today, but we know and trust that in time, the abundance of memories which he leaves behind will help to heal those scars.  Thank you, Doug, for leading by example and may peace be yours now as we must wait patiently for our eternal reunion to eventually arrive in time.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Doug include,

the love of his life,
Kristine Smith, Dubuque, IA;

his adored children,
Samantha (Ron) Smith, East Bethel, MN,
Sidney Swift, Attleboro, MA,
Shawn Swift, Manchester, NH,
and Jennifer (Donald) Kessler, Barrington, NH;

his 5 grandchildren;

his 2 great-grandchildren,

his four brothers,
Ralph Swift, Crossville, TN,
Leslie (Rosemary) Swift, Port St. Lucie, FL,
Bryon (Joan) Swift, Madison, CT,
and William (Esperanza) Swift, Miami, FL;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister-in-law, Connie Swift.

In honor of Doug’s love for dogs, memorials may be made in his name to the Dubuque Humane Society, 4242 Chavenelle Road, Dubuque, IA, 52002.

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

Sarah E. Pemsl

Sarah E. (Haas) Pemsl, 82, of Dubuque, died Sunday, March 26, 2023, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque surrounded by family.

A prayer service will be held 3:45 pm Monday, April 3, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service followed by visitation until 7:00 pm.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Sarah will be 10:00 am Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Church of the Nativity with Msgr. James Miller as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque at a later date.

Sarah was born June 28, 1940 at home, on a farm, in Grant County, Wisconsin to Lawrence H. and Claribel E. (Schmelz) Haas.  She attended the Adrian one-room school house, and with her siblings walked two miles to school. She graduated from St. Andrews High School, Class of 1958, in Tennyson, Wisconsin.  After high school, she worked at Eastman Cartwright Lumber Company, Badger State Bank in Cassville, Wisconsin. and First National Bank in Dubuque, Iowa.

Sarah met the love of her life, George Pemsl, at the Melody Mill Dance Hall and later married George on June 20, 1964, at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville, Wisconsin. She became a homemaker and together they raised three beautiful daughters, Monica, Maria, and Gretchen.  Sarah was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren.  Together they celebrated 58 years of marriage.

Sarah enjoyed a good game of cards with family or friends and games with her grandchildren. She enjoyed tending to her vegetable and flower gardens for many years. She was known for her green thumb and being able to nurse plants back to life. She spent much of her time cooking, baking and canning which brought much enjoyment to her friends and family. She mastered embroidery and crocheting as a young girl and spent many hours doing it as an adult. Her greatest recognition was winning first place at the 1976 Iowa State Fair for her workmanship on an embroidered quilt of the U.S. State birds.

Sarah was a member of the Nativity Catholic Church, Rosary Society, 60 Plus Group, and the Women of the Moose. She joined the Women of the Moose, Dubuque Chapter #850 in 1968, and was a life member.  She served the Chapter in all elected offices and was ­­Senior Regent from 1997 to 1998.  She received her College of Regents Degree at Mooseheart, IL in 2000.

Sarah is survived by her husband, George of Dubuque; daughters, Monica Reid (Greg Campbell), of St. Paul, MN, Maria Pemsl of Maplewood, MN, and Gretchen (Keith) Heiar of Dunlap, IL; six grandchildren, Lillian and Jacob Reid, Anna, Claire, Andrew and Joseph Heiar; brother, Jim Haas of Potosi, WI; and in-laws, David Pemsl and Ann (Jim) Lanser all of Dubuque, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Claribel (Schmelz) Haas; her second mother, Marie (Reding) Haas; father-in-law and mother-in-law, George and Anna Pemsl; sister and brother-in-law, Patricia (Bill) Brindley; brother and sister-in-law, Joseph (Sharlene) Haas; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Mary Haas, Helen (Robert) Niday, Linda Pemsl, and son-in-law, Jeff Reid.

We would like to express our gratitude to the medical staff who cared for Sarah over the years. A special thank you to those who helped in her final weeks with us: MercyOne 3rd floor nurses and CNA’s, Drs. Menezes,  Rodriguez, Whalen, and Chris Stille, Johnson, Julie Ehlinger, Stonehill Communities and Hospice of Dubuque.

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

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

Robert R. Robinson

Robert R. Robinson, 75, of Dubuque died Tuesday, March 28, 2023 at Luther Manor.  Visitation will be from 4 to 7 pm Thursday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road where a funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery where military rites will be accorded.

Robert was born May 20, 1947 in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Leonard and Mae (Geske) Robinson.

He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1965.

Robert served in the US Air Force during the Viet Nam War. He was stationed in Southeast Asia, then Germany and England.

He married Ann Macreadie at Nativity Church on July 2, 1970.

Robert formerly worked for John Deere.

Robert was a loving husband, father and grandfather.  He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, and traveling to other countries.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Robinson of Dubuque; daughter, Lisa (Joseph) Tilp of Dubuque; son, Scott R. Robinson of Dubuque; grandchildren, Spenser, Jacob, Aaron, and Ethan Tilp; siblings, Wayne Robinson of Dubuque, Lee (Terri) Robinson of Cedar Rapids and Lynn Kirby of Dubuque; sister in law Marguerite Robinson; and brother in law, Samuel (Pat) Macreadie of England and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Gerald; half brother, James Robinson; half sister, Joann Robinson and brothers in law, John Macreadie and Gerald Kirby.

The family would like to thank the staff at Luther Manor and a special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque for their wonderful care.

Mark A. Langkamp

Mark Alfred Langkamp, 86, of West Lafayette, IN, passed away March 14, 2023, at University Place nursing home, in West Lafayette. He was born on August 15, 1936 in Platteville, WI, to John and Germaine (Schmitz) Langkamp and was one of 15 children. He was a graduate of Potosi High School in Potosi, WI, in a graduating class of 5 students. He then joined the navy and spent 2 years aboard the USS Kawishiwi. Following his discharge, he attended and graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Platteville with a Bachelor’s Degree.

Mark married the love of his life Ann Elizabeth (Leibfried) on June 18, 1960. They shared over 62 years together, raising their family in Wisconsin and then Glen Ellyn, IL, before moving to West Lafayette in 1982. For nearly 30 years, Mark worked in agricultural chemical sales with the Ciba-Geigy (Syngenta) Corporation. Mark was a devout parishioner at the Church of the Blessed Sacrament in West Lafayette, a longtime member of the Knights of Columbus, a member of the Elk’s Club, and a passionate golfer. Mark always loved getting out in the yard to play with his kids and grandkids.

Mark is survived by his sons Steve (Mandi) Langkamp and Greg (Laura) Langkamp; daughter Terri (Jay) Mathews; and grandsons Caleb Langkamp, Hendrik Langkamp, and John Mathews. Also surviving Mark are his five sisters Rose Galle, Jeannette (Greg) Pehler, Marilyn (Francis) Ihm, Donna (Dick) Williams, and Velma Burke; and seven brothers Joe (Sally) Langkamp, Jerry (Carole) Langkamp, John “Sonny” (Ruth) Langkamp, Jim (Kay) Langkamp, David Langkamp, Dennis (Cyndi) Langkamp, and Carl Langkamp.

In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his wife Ann who passed in 2022; brother LaVerne Langkamp; sister Virginia Becker; and brothers-in-law Bill Galle, Dave Becker and Doug Burke.

Robert R. Morehead

Robert R. Morehead, 72, of Elwood, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 24, 2023, at home.

Robert Ray Morehead was born on July 25, 1950 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Claire and Geraldine (Shady) Morehead.  He was a 1968 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  He married Carla Jean Allison on June 25, 2000 in Elwood, Iowa.

Robert had first worked as the store manager at Thiesen’s in Maquoketa.  He then worked for John Cressey Construction, R & R Sports, Wendling Quarry, and lastly for Sheets Construction until retirement.  He had also been a self-employed carpenter for many years.

Robert was a member of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman, as well as a loyal and devoted fan of both the Chicago Cubs and the Iowa Hawkeyes.  Additionally, he enjoyed bowling, woodworking, playing horseshoes, and entertaining in his home bar.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Carla Morehead of Elwood, IA; children, Michelle (Mike) Metts of Pleasant Hill, IA, Christina (and fiancé Chris Garrels) Lebeck of Eldridge, IA, and James (Lacey) Morehead of Bettendorf, IA; a sister, Dixie (Ed) Johnson of Maquoketa, IA; 7 grandchildren, Hope, Grace, Carah, Hayden, Noah, Nadiya, and Hunter; mother-in-law, Joyce Allison of Elwood, IA; several nieces and nephews; and his dogs, Maddy Jo and Jackson T.  He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Barbara, and a son-in-law Mark Lebeck.

A memorial service celebrating his life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. to 11:15 A.M. on Saturday prior to the service at the funeral home.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Robert R. Morehead memorial fund has been established.

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

Lois A. Hanson

Lois Ann Hanson, 93, of Dubuque, died Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Lois will be 10:00 am Friday, March 31, 2023, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Lois was born June 18, 1929, in Waukon, the daughter of Joseph and Matilda Waldron Walsh. On July 30, 1951, she married Harold R. Hanson in Waukon.  He died October 24, 2015.

Lois was a homemaker.  She previously worked in the school system for the lunch program.  She was also a bartender at  Jack’s Tap.

She was a member of a bowling league.  Lois enjoyed playing euchre and cooking, her specialty was beer battered fried chicken.  Her greatest joy was taking care of her family.

Survivors include three sons, Randy (Karen) Hanson of Dubuque, Dan (Beth) Hanson of Brentwood, TN, and Jim Hanson of Dubuque; one daughter-in-law, Rosie Hanson of Dubuque; grandchildren, Keri (Kent), Cory (Sara), Kyle (Diana),  Bill (Jess), Joe (Calcie), Kristie (Zack), Amanda, Sarah, and Bryce; Great-grandchildren, Emma, Ben, Letty, Ellis, and Penelope; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Ron Hanson;  three brothers, Francis, Jack and Kenny; six sisters, Lucille, Margaret, Dorothy, Marie, Lorraine and Jeannie;  and two siblings in infancy.

A special thank you to the staff at Stonehill Care Center, and Hospice of Dubuque, especially Jeremiah.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Alzheimer’s Association and Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Daryl D. Griffith

Daryl D. Griffith, 90, of Dubuque, died Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:15 am Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the United Methodist Church – Sherrill.

The Funeral Service for Daryl will be 10:30 am Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the United Methodist Church – Sherrill with Rev. Emily Blue officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Full military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard.

Daryl was born February 21, 1933, in Red Oak, IA, the son of James Dale and Pearl Inez Rihner Griffith. On August 21, 1965, he married Twila D. Miller in Sherrill.

He graduated from Sioux City, IA high school and from Pella, IA college.  He and his identical twin brother, Dale enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in Korea in the KMAG Unit.   After his honorable discharge he started teaching as a science teacher in Humboldt, IA, then moved to Dubuque teaching at Washington Junior High School and later Dubuque Senior High School.  While working in Dubuque he received his master’s degree from Iowa State Teachers College (UNI) in Cedar Falls.  He retired after 34 years of teaching.  After retirement he worked for nine years as a Park Ranger in Iowa, Illinois and Wisconsin.  He served on the staff at Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimmaron, NM.  During his later teaching years he chaperoned student backpacking trips to Wyoming, Colorado, Idaho, California and Washington.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church – Sherrill and the Mason’s.  He volunteered at the National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque for 15 years.  He had a great artistic talent and painted many wonderful pictures.  In his younger years he was a talented baseball, football and tennis player.  He and Twila loved to travel and he enjoyed photography.

Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Twila; two brother-in-laws, Marvin (Eileen) Miller and Elmer (Patricia) Miller and many loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by, his parents, two brothers, Fayne (Evelyn) Griffith and twin Dale (Majorie) Griffith; in-laws, Ben and Esther Miller, brother-in-law, Mel (Ruth) Miller and several nieces and nephews.

A special thank you to Finley Hospital, and our church family.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established to the Dubuque Arboretum and 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 Daryl’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

William M. Budzinski

William M. Budzinski, “Pastor Bud”, age 61, of Fennimore, WI, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday morning, March 24, 2023, at the Aspirus Stanley Hospital in Stanley, WI. He was born on October 1, 1961, in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, the son of Chester and Vera (Starks) James. Bud was united in marriage to the love of his life, Lori Schmidt, on September 16, 1989, in Appleton, WI.

Bud graduated with his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and his Master of Divinity from Duke University. Bud pastored the following churches in the North Carolina Conference before moving back to his home state of Wisconsin: Plank Chapel UMC in Kittrell, NC; Salem UMC in Hurdle Mills, NC; and Faith UMC in Burlington, NC. He was currently serving as pastor of Fennimore UMC, Stitzer UMC, and Castle Rock Lutheran Church. Before he answered his call to ministry, he was a high school teacher and coach. Bud was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed coaching his daughters in their elementary and middle school years. He coached softball, volleyball, and football. Bud loved his Minnesota Vikings, Milwaukee Brewers, Wisconsin Badgers, and the Duke Blue Devils. Bud found great peace in being outdoors. He loved taking care of his family farm in rural Thorp, WI, as well as hunting, gardening, and listening to music.

Bud was a dedicated man, especially to his faith, family, and community. He was a true servant of his Lord and was a blessing to us all in so many ways. Bud was a member of the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission, where he served as a Team Leader on many mission trips, both domestic and abroad. He also served on the North Carolina and Wisconsin United Methodist Disaster Response Teams. He often put others before himself and was always there for members of his congregations, young and old, along with his youth teams where he assisted with coaching. Pastor Bud will be remembered for his awesome personality, his caring and loving support, quick wit, and allowing his wonderful self to shine through.

Bud is survived by his beloved wife Lori of Fennimore, WI; two daughters, Angela (Eric) Robertson of Bethesda, MD, and Brianne Budzinski (Fiancé Mason Eck) of Platteville, WI; mother Vera Budzinski of Thorp, WI; father Chet (Bonnie) James of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; brother Emory (Carrie) Budzinski of Wausau, WI; four sisters, Julie (David) Pasch of Sycamore, IL, Jody (Dean) Schulz of Beaver Dam, WI, Tina (Dave) Zabielski of McHenry, IL, and Jennifer (Corey Kitowski) James of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; father-in-law John Schmidt, Jr. of Appleton, WI; brother-in-law Greg (Patty) Schmidt of Appleton, WI; sister-in-law Amy (John) Vanden Oever of Sosua, Dominican Republic; along with many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Bud was preceded in death by his father Eugene Budzinski, his mother-in-law JoAnn Schmidt, and his nephew Aaron Pasch.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the Fennimore United Methodist Church in Fennimore, WI. Funeral services will also be live streamed on the Fennimore United Methodist Church Facebook page. Immediately following the funeral service at the church, everyone is welcome for food and fellowship in the church hall. A private family burial will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at the Eidsvold Cemetery in Thorp Township, Clark County, WI. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 2:00-7:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the Fennimore United Methodist Church and from 9:00 A.M. until the time of service at the church on Wednesday morning. A memorial fund is being established in loving memory of William “Bud” Budzinski.

The Larson Family Funeral Home in Fennimore is assisting the family and online condolences may be made at www.larsonfuneralhomes.com

Susan M. Rhomberg

Susan Marie Rhomberg, 81, of Dubuque, died Sunday, March 26, 2023, at her home.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Susan will be at 11:00 am Saturday, April 1, 2023, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church with Father Brian Dellaert as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. Visitation will be from 9:30 am until 10:45 am prior to the Mass at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church.

Susan was born on July 24, 1941 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Norbert and Phyllis (Farley) Seipp. She attended Holy Trinity and St. Anthony grade schools, formerly St. Joseph Academy and graduated from Clarke University, all in Dubuque. She was united in marriage to Michael E. Rhomberg on June 8, 1963 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Dubuque, IA. He preceded her in death on April 23, 2003.

She loved her family and her faith. She enjoyed reading, jigsaw puzzles and crossword puzzles, playing cards, gardening, and music.

Surviving are two daughters, Jeanne (Mark) Regan of Ponte Vedra, FL and Theresa (James) Kirpes of Cedar Rapids, IA; two sons, Paul (Julie) Rhomberg of Iowa City, IA; and Mark (Tracy) Rhomberg of Grayslake, IL; one daughter-in-law, Jodi Rhomberg of Asbury, IA; 15 grandchildren, Katie, Mary, Abby, Elle, Anna, Sarah, Peter, Tom, Daniel, David, Christine, Matthew, Andrew, Melissa, and Holden; five great-granddaughters and five great-grandsons. She is further survived by two brothers, Phillip (Kathy) Seipp of Burnsville, MN and David (Carol Lee) Seipp of New York, NY; and three nieces and a nephew.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Rhomberg; her son, John Rhomberg; parents, Norbert and Phyllis Seipp; sister, Mary Elizabeth Seipp in infancy; and a brother, John Seipp in infancy.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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.

John R. Hohmann

John R. “Jack” Hohmann, age 91 of Dubuque, departed this world to be reunited with his beloved JaNiece, Saturday, March, 25, 2023, at home surrounded by his loving family. To celebrate Jack’s life well lived, friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, where there will be a parish scripture wake service held at 3:30 p.m.  Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, April 3, 2023, at the Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury Road, with Rev. Phillip G. Gibbs officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Jack was born (“Jackie Rae,” as the midwife wrote on his birth certificate) to Ray and Dorothy (Henkel) Hohmann in Alva, Oklahoma, August 22, 1931. The son of an auctioneer and businessman, his family would move often, spending his school age years across states including Oklahoma, Arkansas and Illinois. After his family settled back in Dubuque, he completed his schooling at Loras Academy.

He would go on to hold jobs on the railroads and tow boats, but spent the majority of his career as a machinist with John Deere Works Dubuque, where he took great pride in his proficiency on multiple machines and attention to detail.

With the help of his younger sister, he finally crossed paths with the love of his life, JaNiece (Trizulny), after weeks of “noticing” her outside her job at the movie theater. They were united in holy matrimony August 20, 1955, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. They built a beautiful life together, with family, faith and service always at the forefront. The family was able to enjoy many camping trips to mountainous locations, especially Colorado, over the course of the weeks John Deere would shut down in the late summer months. It was there, Jack was able to share his love of the mountains and exploring with his children and many other family members, friends, and the youths he led as a Boy Scout leader. Later in life, after his retirement, he found the second love of his life – skiing. He would, again, find himself enjoying the mountains of Colorado where he would enjoy March ski trips with family and friends.

Retirement would not represent a time for slowing down to Jack. He served for many years as a ski patroller at Sundown Mountain; proudly working through winters well into his 80s. In their years as empty-nesters, Jack and JaNiece would travel all over the country in their RV, visiting family and friends. Their 70s featured fall trips to Albuquerque, NM, to visit his brother and sister-in-law and enjoy the great Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. There, Jack and his brother would volunteer on a chase team for Blue Flame, a hot air balloon team based out of the southeast. His summers included trips to Oshkosh,WI, enjoying air shows with friends and many area car shows with fellow “fast car” aficionados. Jack never strayed away from outdoor adventures.

Known as a “Mr. Fix-It,” to family and friends alike, he was always willing to help – repairing cars, installing satellites and troubleshooting household predicaments. It would be amiss not to mention his kindheartedness, which also helped “fix” many broken hearts in their time of need.

Though they were granted many happy years with him, Jack leaves behind many family members and friends, who will miss him immensely. His family includes: son, John M. (Renee), daughter Jan Troy, daughter Jill and son Jim, grandchildren Josh (Sarah) Hohmann, Jennifer (Drew) Brashaw, Jacob (Emily) Hohmann, Toni Jo Mitchell, Jessica (Ethan) Phyfe, Ben Troy, Kayla Hohmann, and Jeyden Hough, and six great-grandchildren Lucas, Carly, George, Adam, Nevada and Noah. His siblings, Gary, Donna, Karen, Mark, as well as several sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews are also left to mourn this loss.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, JaNiece, parents Ray and Dorothy, parents-in-law Glenn and Irma Trizulny, siblings Tom and Katherine, and son-in-law Michael Troy.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to Hospice of Dubuque, for helping our family through this difficult journey. Special thanks also goes to Jack’s neighbors at Carter Road, for their friendship, care and compassion throughout the years.

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

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

Marilyn Kafer

On Monday, March 20, 2023, the Lord stretched out His arms and called Marilyn Kafer, of Dubuque, home.  She was 78.

Visitation will be from 9:15-10:15 am, Monday, March 27, 2023 at the Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury Road, Dubuque, IA 52002. Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 10:30 am., at the Church. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Marilyn was born on April 22, 1944 to Lester and Eulalia (Haun) Schadler in Dubuque.

She attended Nativity grade school, George Washington middle school, where she met the love of her life, Lloyd, and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in Dubuque.

She was united in marriage to Lloyd Kafer on September 7, 1963 at Nativity Catholic Church in Dubuque. He preceded her in death on December 11, 2006.

Marilyn enjoyed reading and believed in learning something new every day. She also had a great love of music. She played the accordion and enjoyed going to the Symphony.

Her Catholic faith was very important to her. She read scriptures every day and enjoyed learning about the Bible through Scripture studies. She cherished time spent with her Bible Study Group.

Marilyn loved people and enjoyed socializing with everyone she knew.  She wanted to be remembered as a person who loved everyone and believed in forgiveness, as the Lord forgives us eternally.  Marilyn’s family meant everything to her and she adored spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Marilyn is survived by her daughter, Cindy (Richard Wagner) Kafer of Hartford, WI; daughter-in-law, Nora Kafer of Dubuque; grandchildren, Michael (Magin) Kubesheski of St. Paul, MN; Julie (Odain) White of Janesville, WI; Daniel (Allyson Ochs) Kafer of Dubuque; great-grandchildren, Aspen Grace and soon-to-be Olivia Rose. Marilyn is also survived by her brother, Roger (Kathleen) Schadler of Dubuque. Also surviving are several brothers and sisters in law, and nieces and nephews.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and her son, Roger Kafer.

A Marilyn Kafer Memorial Fund has been established.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, Dubuque, is entrusted with arrangements.

Donald L. Heath

Donald L. “Don” Heath, 90, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family under the care of Hospice of Jackson County on Thursday evening, March 23, 2023.

A celebration of Don’s life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.  Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 10 A.M. to 11:15 A.M. at the funeral home.  Burial with military honors will be at the Buckhorn Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Donald Lee Heath was born on October 18, 1932 in Baldwin, Iowa, to Charles Edward and Lulu Althea (Kenney) Heath.  He grew up in Jackson County and was a graduate of Baldwin High School.  He then served his country in the U.S. Army earning an honorable discharge.  He married Marion Briggs on May 28, 1955 and one child, Pamela, was born to this union.  He and Marion divorced, and he later met Jeannette Marie Martin while roller skating and they were married on April 28, 1957 in Davenport, Iowa.  Six children were born to this union, Charles, Larry, Diane, Richard, Jeffrey, and Sherry.

She preceded him in death on April 10, 2016.

Don had first worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa until it closed.  He then worked for Central Hydraulics in Clinton for five years, and lastly retired from Hoof Products in Maquoketa.  In retirement, he worked as the Regional Transit Authority (RTA) bus driver for 27 years.

Don was a former member of the First Baptist Church in Maquoketa.  He enjoyed fishing, gardening, and roller skating in his younger years.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Pamela (Darcy) Krauss of Viroqua, WI, Charles (Rebekah) Heath of Ogden, KS, Diane (John) Ruff of Preston, IA, Richard Heath of Maquoketa, IA, Jeffrey (Glenda) Heath of Leesburg, FL, and Sherry White of Marion, IA; siblings, Lyle Heath of Peoria, AZ, and Charlene Molitor of Cedar Rapids, IA; 15 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Jeannette on April 10, 2016, a son Larry, and grandson Justin Lucy.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Donald L. “Don” Heath memorial fund has been established.

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

Debra A. Kruse

Debra A. “Deb” Kruse, 65, of Dyersville, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023, at her home surrounded by family.

Visitation will be held from 5 – 7 pm Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.  Visitation will continue from 9 – 10 am Wednesday at the funeral home prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville, and burial will be in the church cemetery.  Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate.

Deb was born on April 26, 1957, in Manchester, Iowa, the daughter of Donald and Patricia (Willenbring) Tegeler.  She graduated from Capri Cosmetology and worked in Farley, then she was a machine operator at Farber Bag in Peosta.  She was a very devoted mother and grandmother who also spent several years raising many nieces and nephews.

Survivors include her daughter, Dawn (Gregory) Olson of Dubuque; grandchildren: Kirsten (Devin Ament) Schroeder (and a great grandchild, Audrey Ament) of New Vienna, Dylan Schroeder of Dyersville, and Kylee (Jordan) Langel of Farley; their father, Brent Schroeder; long- time friend, Wayne Pearce; siblings: Bob (friend Lue Bockenstedt) Tegeler, Sherry (Terry) Thier and David (Karen) Tegeler, all of Dyersville, several nieces and nephews, and Dawn’s father, Kevin Kruse of Dyersville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Jim “Count” Tegeler, and a sister-in-law, Sandy Tegeler.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.kramerfuneral.com or send cards to the family in care of Kramer Funeral Home 750 – 12th Ave SW, Dyersville, Iowa 52040.

Donna Mae J. Reuter

Donna Mae J. Reuter, 89, of Dickeyville, Wisconsin, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023 at St. Dominic Villa surrounded by her family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 p.m. Friday, March 31, 2023, at St. Joseph Church, Hazel Green, Wisconsin, with Rev. Peter Auer and Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call from 9-11:45 a.m. Friday at the church prior to the service. Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the family.

Donna Mae was born on July 5, 1933 at home in Jamestown Township, the daughter of George and Cecelia (Brandt) Kruser. She was united in marriage to Francis C. Reuter on March 27, 1951 at St. Andrew Church in Tennyson, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death on November 4, 1979.

Donna Mae worked at Sinsinawa Mound for over 25 years. She was a member of the CCW at St. Joseph Church and then Holy Ghost Church in Dickeyville. Donna Mae enjoyed camping and playing Farkle. Most of all, Donna Mae cherished her family. She attended events for her grandchildren and took every opportunity to spend time with them.

Donna Mae is survived by ten children, Francis Reuter and his son, Cynthia “Cindy” (Mike) Timmerman and their two children, Kevin Reuter and his two children, Dale (Diane) Reuter and their three children, Bonnie (Mike) Rubie and their two children, Perry (Shirley) Reuter and their son, Jeffrey (Shelley) Reuter and their five children, Lisa Reuter, Chris (special friend, Angela Faber) Reuter and his three children, and Matthew (Lee Anna) Reuter and their five children; two sisters, Carol Cherry and Marie Williamson; a brother, David (Ruth) Kruser; 21 great-grandchildren and one on the way; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; four siblings, Frederick Kruser, Theodore (Patti) Kruser, Olive Ann (Leander) Kieler and Eloise (Donald) Hinderman; and a brother-in-law, Bud Cherry.

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

The family would like to thank the staff of St. Dominic Villa for their excellent care of Donna Mae.

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

Scott M. Wilson

Scott Michael Wilson, 50, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on March 23, 2023, at home surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 27th, 2023, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 3:45.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 28th, 2023, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost Church with Fr. Steve Garner officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Scott was born on January 29, 1973, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Michael and Lou Ann (Husemann) Wilson. He married Theresa Kay Williams on October 24, 2009, in Dubuque, Iowa.

Scott loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed playing disc golf, video games and traveling on a whim.

He is survived by his wife Theresa; stepdaughter Samantha Steinhoff and step granddaughter Zaida Giellis. His father and mother Michael A. and LouAnn Wilson; one brother Jason Wilson, his father-in-law Bruce Williams. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Louis and Kathryn Husemann and Martha and Ernest Wilson; his mother-in-law Mary Willliams

The family request no flowers; in lieu of flowers memorial donations will be donated to various charities.

The family wishes to thank Hospice of Dubuque for all their wonderful care they gave to Scott.