Obituaries Archive

Norman C. Kennedy

Norman C. Kennedy, 77, of Maquoketa, Iowa passed away on November 23rd.

Norm is a Maquoketa, Iowa, native, raised on a family farm known for purebred Angus Show cattle. After his time in college at the Iowa State University, Norm served in the U.S Army National Guard Reserve from 1966-1971.

On August 4th, 1968 Norm married Sandra Sue Small and they had 3 children. Paul “PJ”, Patricia and Patrick.

In 1980 Norm acquired his Brokers license and began Kennedy Realty. In 2009 he merged with Gilmore Realty forming Kennedy-Gilmore Realty. On January 1, 2020, Kennedy-Gilmore joined forces with Nemmers Realty forming the Nemmers Realty Maquoketa office.

Norm led students in both 4-H and Junior Achievement.

Norm was member of the National Association of REALTORS®, the Iowa Association of REALTORS® and the East Central Iowa Association of REALTORS®. He has served in the capacity of President for the Jackson County Board of Realtors three times. Over the years, Norm has served on a number of boards throughout the community and was a member of the Rotary, the Masons and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles.

Those left to honor his memory include his 3 children, Paul “PJ” of Des Moines, Patricia (Barry) Davanzo of New York, Patrick of Denver, Colorado and 3 grandchildren Joshua, Marisol and Nicolena. Brother-in-law Gregory (Kim) Small and his beloved dog “Maggie”.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Sandra.

The family will honor his wishes of a private burial service at Mount Hope Cemetery in Maquoketa, IA. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Rose C. Oldenburg

Rose C. Oldenburg, 99 of Galena, IL passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at her home surrounded by her family. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, December 3, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena, where friends may call after 10:30 AM until the time of mass. Friends may call from 4 to 7 PM Friday, December 2, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. A parish rosary will be recited at 3:30 PM, at the funeral home. The burial will be in the church cemetery. Military honors will be accorded graveside by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193.

Rose was born on February 23, 1923, in Galena, the daughter of John and Ida (Marsden) Manz. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from Galena High School in 1941. She married Leo Oldenburg on May 26, 1948, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena and he preceded her in death on December 27, 2010. Rose was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church all her life. After high school, Rose moved to Chicago, Il where she worked and lived with her sister. She felt called to serve her country in support of the WWII effort by joining the U.S. Navy Waves in August 1944. She was assigned duty in Washington, DC, and later transferred to Honolulu, HI where she joined America in celebrating VJ Day on August 15, 1945. Rose returned to Galena after the war and worked as a dental assistant until she joined her fiancé, Leo Oldenburg, in running the East Side Grocery. Together they grew that business and opened Leo’s Super Valu supermarket in 1959. Rose was a wonderful wife and mother as well as a tireless volunteer in parish and community activities. She was a member of St. Mary’s Altar and Rosary Society, Catholic Daughter of America, Galena Hospital Auxiliary, and Meals on Wheels. She also continued helping in the grocery store and was a lifelong volunteer in being a Sacristan at St. Mary’s Church. Her hobbies included antiquing and traveling. She and Leo made many trips throughout the US and abroad. Rose was a very faith-filled person. She had great inner strength and indomitable spirit. All her children and grandchildren were inspired by her and learned from her how to live a life rich in faith, truth, gratitude, and energy.

She is survived by her three children, David (Margaret Piquett) Oldenburg and Mary (Gary) Jobgen of Galena, and Mark (Ann Feeley) Oldenburg of Rochester, MN, nine grandchildren, Matthew Oldenburg, Jennifer (Oldenburg) Anderson, Paul Oldenburg, Eric Oldenburg, Angela (Oldenburg) Kueny, Joseph Oldenburg, Martha Oldenburg, Emily (Jobgen) Bloedel, and Christina (Jobgen) Frank, two step-grandchildren, Shelly and Michael Jobgen, and twelve great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law, Dorie Virtue of Galena.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers, Charles, and Joseph Manz, and three sisters, Edith Shuey, Mary Dhont, and Lorraine Foecking.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Mary Koenigs and her staff at Medical Associates for their years of wonderful care. We also wish to thank Hospice of Dubuque for their tender and professional services provided during her last weeks.

Memorials can be directed to St. Mary’s Church Altar & Rosary or Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Ruth M. Turnis

Ruth M. Turnis, 83, of Dubuque, died on Monday, November 21, 2022, at Bethany Home in Dubuque.

A prayer service will be held at 3:00 pm followed by visitation until 6:00 pm on Friday, November 25, 2022 at Hoffman Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home, and also from 10:00 am until 10:45 am on Saturday prior to services at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Worthington.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Ruth will be 11:00 am Saturday, November 26, 2022, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church with Father Philip Agyei as the Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Worthington, Iowa.

Ruth was born February 19, 1939, in Monticello, IA, the daughter of Frank and Mary (Sherlock) Turnis. Following her 1959 graduation from Mercy School of nursing, she was a Registered Nurse in the Dubuque community for 45 years, working 33 at Mercy Hospital, where Mental Health was her passion. She then worked with the Sinsinawa Mound Dominicans, and Hospice of Dubuque. She was also one of the founding board members of Hospice in 1982 and was one of their first volunteer nurses.

Ruth was a member of St. Joseph the Worker in Dubuque for over 50 years, where she was a Eucharistic Minister. She lived her faith and gave generously to many causes. She enjoyed crafts, games, travel, and singing in choirs. She was a fiercely independent woman, who always spoke her mind, and loved her family and friends, her church, and her community. Ruth was honored by the Community Foundation for charitable giving, especially starting the Frank Turnis Family Fund in 2013 for students going into Health Care fields at NICC.

Survivors include sisters Mary Frances Jasper and Roseanne Heid, both of Hopkinton; brothers-in-law, Jack Digmann and Leo Heid of Hopkinton; sisters-in- law Verla Turnis of Worthington, Verna Turnis of DeWitt and Mary Kay Turnis of Manchester; numerous nieces and nephews, as well as great nieces and nephews, several special God-Children; and many wonderful friends. Locally, her niece Cathy McDermott and her good friend Betty Kremer, were especially helpful over the last few years.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Richard “Dick” Turnis, Mark Turnis, William “Bill” Turnis, Phillip “Phil” Turnis; sisters, Norma McDonell, Elizabeth “Betty” Turnis, Janet Digmann; brothers-in-law, Stephen McDonell, Larry Jasper; sister-in-law, Sylvia Turnis; three nephews, and many dear friends.

The family wants to especially thank the staff of Bethany Retirement Home and Hospice of Dubuque for their care of Ruth and support of the family. They helped her make her own choices until the end, so she died as she lived, or as the old song says “I did it my way!”

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the Alpha-1 Foundation, Hospice of Dubuque, NAMI of Dubuque, or Mental Health America.

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

Karen L. Loney

Karen Lynn Loney, 70, of Dubuque, IA passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 19, 2022, at Dubuque Specialty Care. According to her wishes there will be no public visitation or service. Entombment will take place in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd. Dubuque is assisting the family. 

Karen was born in Dubuque on October 27, 1952, the daughter of Orville F. and Dorothy Ann (Hoffman) Potter. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1970. Karen worked as a nursing assistant in Waterloo, IA until her Retirement.

Karen loved spending time with family and friends but also enjoyed peaceful time to herself. She was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan and would cheer them on any chance she got. The time she spent to herself involved reading books and watching movies. 

She is survived by her children, Jeff (Angie) Loney, Thomas (Erika) Loney, Brandy (Bill) Pearson and Darrell “D.J.” Kauten Jr; 12 grandchildren, Tyler, Noelle, Michael, Baylor, Ainsley, Dylan, Waylon, William, Levi, Christopher, Moira and Alexander; her brother, William Potter; her nieces Tracy Torrey and Shari Bush who cared for Karen when she needed.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Diane Berry and brothers, Stephen Potter Sr. and Lee Potter Sr. 

In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Leonard Funeral Home in Karen’s name. 

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Dubuque Specialty Care especially Sandy and Tammy for their care and compassion.

Kenneth L. Weuste

Kenneth Lloyd “Ken” Weuste, 80, of Andrew, Iowa, passed away peacefully, on his birthday, Friday, November 18, 2022.

Services celebrating Ken’s life will start at 9:30 am for visitation and the memorial will begin at 11:30 am, Saturday, November 26, 2022, at Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew, Iowa.  The burial will be at the Andrew Cemetery.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Ken Weuste was born on November 18, 1942 in Davenport, Iowa, to Edwin and Henrietta (Rommert) Weuste.  He grew up in Andrew and graduated from Andrew High School in 1960.  He married Christine Louise Cornelius his high school sweetheart, on February 7, 1961 at Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew, Iowa.   To this union three children were born:  Donna, Greg, and Theresa.  He then furthered his education at Clinton Community College.

Ken learned the value of hard work at an early age working for Rasmussen Motor Company in Maquoketa while in high school.  Upon his marriage to Chris, he worked various jobs until 1968 when he took a job working for Chemplex in Clinton as a maintenance technician.  He retired in 2004.  In retirement, he continued to stay busy and served his community by working for Osterhaus Pharmacy in Maquoketa as a deliveryman for 15 years.

Ken was a member of Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew.  He enjoyed flying R/C Airplanes, gardening, and making wren birdhouses.  He also enjoyed helping his brother by being the announcer for Otter Creek Motor Sports. He enjoyed feeding and watching the birds and chasing off the squirrels.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Chris Weuste of Andrew, IA; children, Donna (John) Lamphere of Cascade, IA, Greg (Linda) Weuste of LeClaire, IA, and Theresa (Anthony) Jensen of Andrew, IA; and 6 grandchildren, Olivia (Alan) Turnis, Cody (Sarah) Lamphere, Alexander Weuste, Evangeline Weuste, Wyatt Jensen, and Annaliese Jensen.  He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Richard, Ralph, and Keith.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew.

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

Doris A. Donovan

Doris Anastasia Donovan died peacefully on November 19, 2022. Visitation will be from 9 to 11:15 am Wednesday, November 30 at the Church of the Resurrection followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 am.  Burial will be in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Bernard.

Doris was born on July 28, 1926, to William F. and Loretta Dunn.  She grew up in Bernard, Iowa, a devoted member of St. Patrick’s parish, and graduated from Garryowen High School at 15 years of age in 1942.

Doris was a quintessential young woman of the 1940’s, favoring a structured suit, a stacked heel, and a full dance card.  A member of an Irish American postal dynasty – both her father and future husband were postmasters in Bernard – Doris clerked for the USPS on and off before her retirement in 1991.

After World War II, Doris began a long courtship with her brother’s best friend, Raymond J. Donovan.  They married on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 1950 (wedding on a holiday at her father’s request to avoid disruption to the local mail service).

Her proudest achievement was raising her seven children.  Her love for them was manifest in fresh baked dinner rolls, homemade jam, baseball jerseys hanging on the clothesline, and irrationally exuberant outbursts at sporting events.  She instilled a strong sense of citizenship in her children and prized her “perfect” voting record.

Doris is survived by and will forever inspire her seven “favorite” children, their spouses, and her grandchildren: Robert (Linda, Patrick, Abby) Donovan; William (Peggy, Matthew, Michelle) Donovan; Luann (J.F., Jennifer, Sarah, Caitlyn, Shannon) Scherer; Nancy (Cris, Natalie, Nicholas) Schoon; Mary (Scott, Anastasia, Alexis, Andrew) Sweeney; John (Cynthia) Donovan; and Ann (David) Ricketts.  She leaves 15 great grandchildren.

Doris was proceeded in death by her husband, parents, and siblings Billy, Betty, Louis, Charlie and Janet.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bernard Fire and EMS or Cascade Fire and EMS.

The family would like to thank Dr. Andrea Ries for years of care and compassion to our mother, and Hospice of Dubuque staff for their professionalism and kindness in Mom’s final days.

James J. Henry

James Joseph Henry, 97 of Galena, IL passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM, Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Galena, where friends may call after 10 AM until the time of mass at church. The burial will be in the church cemetery. Military honors will be accorded graveside by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

He was born on September 20, 1925, in Chicago, IL the son of James and Helen (Klein) Henry.  Jim served in the U.S. Coast Guard from 1943 until 1946. He then enlisted in U.S. Navy in 1948 serving aboard the Flagship USS Tampa in North Atlantic, Flagship LST 782, amphibious service in the Pacific theater-Captain (Coxswain) of Higgins Boat and 20mm gunner, Flagship USS Albany heavy cruiser-Electronics Technician in Atlantic and Pacific theaters. Jim received various combat medals and commendations until his honorable discharge in 1953. He was united in marriage to Ruth Trimpler of Chicago on April 16, 1955, and she survives. Jim then served as a lieutenant for the Village of Winnetka police department. He also owned and operated an electronics shop in Glenview, IL. Jim enjoyed police canine training, sailing, fishing, traveling, camping, and playing piano, and had a love of all animals, especially dogs. Upon moving to Galena, he became very active in the community serving as Post Commander and Chaplain of Galena VFW Post #2665, and Fourth Degree of the Knights of Columbus. Jim was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church where he taught adult religious classes, and youth CCD, and was a member of the choir. 

He is survived by his wife, Ruth, a daughter, Theresa Severin, and four grandchildren, Jim Severin, Andy (Nicole) Severin, Nikki Severin, and Jonathon Henry.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter, Patty Henry, his grandson, Patrick Henry, two sisters, Betty Kramer, and Helen Spiering, and a brother, Bob Henry.

The family wishes to thank all EMTs, paramedics, fire and police personnel, medical professionals, and hospice care providers for their compassionate assistance.

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

Thomas D. Felderman

Thomas D. Felderman, 87, of Peosta died Saturday, November 12, 2022.  Visitation will be from 10:00 am to 1:45 pm Tuesday, November 22 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Peosta, IA, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 2:00 pm.  The Mass will be livestreamed at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Tom was born July 10, 1935 in Dubuque, son of LaVerne and Elizabeth (Eberhardt) Felderman.  He graduated from Loras Academy in 1953.  On January 6, 1955, Tom married Joan McElmeel at St. Raphael Cathedral.

He served two years in the US Army at Fort Bragg, Fayetteville, NC and 36 years in the Iowa National Guard, retiring as Command Sergeant Major.  Tom retired from State Farm Insurance in 2014 after 44 years.  A 50-year member of the Elks Club to include Exalted Ruler, member and past President of the board at Thunder Hills Country Club since 1974.  Toms greatest joy was playing golf with his family and friends.  Tom and Joan enjoyed playing golf in all of the Thunder Hills Country Club’s Couples Classics.

Tom is survived by his wife, Joan Felderman of Peosta; four children, Mike (Deb) Felderman of Dubuque, Rick (Wendy) Felderman of Peosta, Mark (Michelle) Felderman, of Oldsmar, FL, and Terri Lynn (Kevin) Blake of Queen Creek, AZ; 10 Grandchildren; Stacy (Jim) Hirsch, Brad Felderman (Kristine), Todd (Laurie) Felderman, Adam Felderman (Melissa), Cory (Cara) Felderman, Holly (Logan) Ruble, Casey (Kayla) Moriarty, Arianna Harris, Madison Harris, Alexis Blake and 16 Great Grandchildren.  He is survived by a brother, Jack (Janet) Felderman; sister-in-law, Doris Felderman, and brother-in-law’s, Dennis Berger & Steve LuGrain.  Sister- in -Laws, Linda Kuhn, Sharon Braem and Mary Kay (John) Casper.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his mother and father-in-law Howard (Matilda) McElmeel, brother David Felderman and a sister Janet Berger.  Brothers and Sisters In-Law;  Bob (Judy) McElmeel, Tom McElmeel, Dan McElmeel, Mike McElmeel, Jim Kuhn, Diane Correll and Lana LuGrain.

Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

In Lieu of flowers a Thomas D. Felderman Memorial Fund has been established.

Linda L. Klar

Linda L. Klar, age 70, of Dubuque, passed away unexpectedly at 4:40 p.m., on Friday, November 18, 2022, at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital.  To honor Linda’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Behr Funeral Home with Deacon John Stierman officiating.

Linda was born on December 26, 1951, in Dubuque, daughter of Robert Kenneth and Alma Jean (Johnson) Bush.

Linda graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, Class of 1969, and went on to Capri Cosmetology School.  She also earned her CNA and worked with the Sisters of the Presentation and at the nursing home in Lancaster.  She was a hard worker and was also employed with Ken Fenelon Café and the Bakers Oven in Galena.  Linda was an awesome mom!  Her family meant the world to her and she made sure that everyone knew how loved they were.  She was a great cook and baker, enjoyed mowing the grass, decorating the house and painting.  Linda was a regular at Bingo at the Tri-State Blind Society on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.  She also volunteered her time and served as Past President of RiverFest and the ACME Union.  Linda was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish Linda’s memory include

her children,
Tim Gulyash, Winthrop, IA,
Eugene Key Jr., Jacksonville, FL
and Catherine Soppe, Dubuque, IA;

4 grandchildren;

5 great-grandchildren;

her siblings,
Ranee Maher, Dubuque, IA
and Bruce (Caroline) Bush, Dubuque, IA;

and her former husband,
Jim Klar, Benton, WI.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Robert Daniel Bush; and a brother-in-law, Michael Maher.

Linda’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff of 4th floor at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital, especially Kim and Diane, for their excellent care.

In lieu of flowers, the family will thankfully receive your support through greeting cards and memorials in Linda’s memory which may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Linda Klar Family.

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

Karen M. Cue

Karen M. (Dobson) Cue, age 81, of Hazel Green, WI, passed away on Nov. 10, 2022, at St. Dominic Villa while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Karen’s life, her memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm on Sat., Dec. 3, 2022, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3650 Asbury Rd, in Dubuque.  Family and friends are invited to visit with the family from 2:30-4:00 pm with the services to follow.  A zoom meeting will also be available for those who are unable to attend.  Please feel free to call (563) 590-0899 for zoom details.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Karen’s family.

She was born on June 27, 1941, in Mineral Point, WI, a daughter to Dennis and Bernita (Martin) Dobson.  Sadly, her parents both passed away while she was young and Vic and Irene Severson found the necessary love in their hearts and lives to raise Karen as their own.  Karen grew into a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending countless hours baking and cooking up wonderful meals as she raised and cared for the family of her own.  Her heart was as loving and tender as anyone could ever hope for and we are grateful for all of the beautiful memories that Karen leaves behind for us now.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Karen include,

her children,
Timothy “Tim” Michael Cue, Hazel Green, WI,
Kevin Lee (Dana) Cue, Hazel Green, WI,
William Edward “Bill” (Sarah) Cue, Hazel Green, WI,
Jeffrey James (Ginger) Cue, Peosta, IA,
and David Cue, Virginia Beach, VA;

her step-daughter,
Karen Ann (Karl) Fleege, of Dubuque, IA, and their children;

her step-sons,
Steven Cue, Dubuque, IA,
and Donald John (Renee) Cue, of AZ, and their children;

her grandchildren,
Allyson, Eion, Emmaline, Taetyn, Joshua, Jonathan, Sierra, Ryan, Tyler, Keith, Dawn, Dean, Jodie, Mike, Melisa, Vicki, Shelley, and Brian.

her numerous great-grandchildren;

her siblings,
Barbara Brooks, Lyndon Station, WI,
Delores Sanbei, Juneau, AK,
and Charles Dobson, Platteville, WI;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald E. Cue in 2008; her brother, John Dobson; her sister, Geraldine Rako; her step-daughters, Sharon Atkins and Kathy Wild; her granddaughter, Sara Wild; and her daughter-in-law, Jackie Cue.

Karen’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at St. Dominic Villa and Hospice of Dubuque, especially Adrienne and Kristin, for all of their professional and compassionate care of Karen, and her family.

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

Arnold C. Lang

Arnold C. “Skip” Lang, 90 of Dubuque passed away Thursday November 17, 2022, at Hawkeye Care.

Private family service and burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

He is survived by his children Steve Lang, Jesse Lang, Tracy (Ruth) Lang, Dan (Cheryl) Lang, Anne Lang, Christopher Lang, Linda (Ron) Casel and Amy Wernimont, his 21 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren.

Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque Iowa is assisting the family.

John F. Gallagher

John Fergus Gallagher, 77, of Bellevue, Iowa passed away peacefully on November 15, 2022, due to natural causes. There will be a small graveside service with military honors by the Dubuque Marine Corps League at Mount Calvary Cemetery on Monday November 28th at 10:00 a.m.

John was born on September 7, 1945, at the U.S. Naval Hospital in Farragut, Idaho to Fergus John and Mildred Vivian Gallagher. He was the middle child growing up in between big brother Bill and little sister Susan.

Growing up in Dubuque Iowa, John graduated from Wahlert Highschool in 1963. He went on to study his favorite topic; History at Loras College where he graduated with a teaching degree in 1973.

John also enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Vietnam war. During his years of service, he was proud to be a Plank owner on the USS Biddle and to be considered a Magellan by circumventing the globe. He had seen many beautiful countries and had many stories to tell of his travels during the Navy.

John was employed many places over the years, but his favorites were probably working for the City of Dubuque in the Housing and Redevelopment department, fighting fires in Idaho, Professional Dog Training and Breeding, and substitute teaching.

John was an early member of the Dubuque Bird Dog Club, the Dubuque Archery Club, and a founding member of The Key City Hunting Retriever Club.

He had many interests in life including hunting, fishing, birding, dog training, wood working, playing euchre, trivia, duck calling, fast-pitch softball, cooking, gardening, reading history books, stamp collecting, volleyball, coaching, whistling in the grocery store, watching the New York Yankees, celebrating Christmas Eve with his kids, buying presents, and being a Papa, just to name a few. He was also very proud to be the father of his two children.

Surviving are his son, Sean (Laura) Gallagher; daughter Molly (Nate) Dillon; Grandkids, Colin Gallagher-Eagle, Manus Gallagher, Maisy Eagle, Declan Gallagher, and Christopher Eagle; a sister, Susan (Terry) Traver of Minneapolis MN. And his best buddies for life Dick, Junior, and Arlie Droessler.

John was preceded in death by both his parents Fergus and Millie, brother William, sister Tina Marie in infancy, and his many beloved dogs.

The family would like to thank Deputy Schmidt of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, Lyn Medinger Jackson County medical examiner and Pat Leonard and family for their kindness and compassion during our time of sadness.

The family will thankfully receive your support through greeting cards and memorials in John’s memory which may be mailed to Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Rd, Dubuque, Iowa 52003, Attn. John F. Gallagher Family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

As Johnnie liked to say at the end of his phone calls “If I don’t see ya in the future, I’ll see ya in the pasture.”

Mary L. Pusateri

Mary Louise Pusateri, 87 of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on November 16, 2022, at MercyOne Medical Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church with Fr. Thomas McDermott officiating. Family and friends may gather after 9:00 a.m. Wednesday at the church. Private family burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Mary was born on June 30th, 1935, in Hazel Green, WI the daughter of George and Imelda (Wiegman) Runde. She attended St. Clara Female Academy and then St Joseph Mercy School of Nursing.

She married Michael Francis Pusateri, on October 10, 1956 at St Joseph’s Church, Sinsinawa Wisconsin and shared 38 years together until his passing.

She worked for Hills & Dales Child Development Center and Medical Associates Clinic.

Mary was a bright light in any storm. She was a strong, independent and caring nurse who thought about everyone else before she thought about herself. Mary was the first person to offer a helping hand to anyone in need and gave comfort to us all, with her warm and embracing hugs. Because of that, a visit to the Farmers Market could be became an all-day event. She was a lifelong Minnesota Vikings fan. She could be found crocheting anything from a doily to a sweater for her loved ones. Mary enjoyed traveling with her family and friends, especially to Door County. She treasured the time spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. “Weezie” will be truly missed.

She is survived by her children: Michelle (James) Walter of Prior Lake Minnesota, Timothy Pusateri of Los Angeles, Thomas Pusateri of Chicago, Marirose (Brian) Rauch of Dubuque and Mellanie (Ryan) Clausman of Minneapolis. Her eight grandchildren: Michael (Anna), Jennifer (Dylan), Elizabeth (John), Peter, Joseph, William, Sophie, and Isabella; two great grandchildren: Madeline and Thomas; many nieces and nephews along with her extended family the beloved Wernimont’s.

She is preceded in death by her parents George and Imelda Runde, her brother Howard Runde, her husband Michael Francis Pusateri and her nephew Craig A. Runde.

Thank you to Dr. Eric Engleman, Tammi Noonan and the medical team at MercyOne Cancer Center.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Hills and Dales Child Development Center and Saint Columbkille Parish.

Joan E. Jasper

Joan E. Jasper, 87, of Dyersville and formerly of Masonville passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2022.

Visitation will be held from 3 – 7 p.m. on Sunday, November 20, 2022, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.  Visitation will continue at the funeral home from 9 – 10 a.m. Monday morning prior to the funeral mass.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, November 21, 2022, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate.

Joan was born on October 16, 1935, in New Vienna, the daughter of Elmer and Florence (Pitz) Lansing.  She grew up on a farm near New Vienna with her sisters, Carol (Bagge) and Myrna (Bagge).  Prior to her marriage to Tom, Joan was a bookkeeper in New Vienna.  After marriage Joan and Tom moved to a farm in Masonville, where they lived for 52 years before retiring to Dyersville.  Joan and Tom enjoyed traveling the world and had many wonderful adventures abroad.  Joan was an active member and volunteer of her parish communities throughout the years.  She had a beautiful garden every summer and enjoyed boating on the Mississippi River in Guttenberg. Joan had many devoted life-long friends with whom she enjoyed spending time.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Thomas Jasper; four beloved children Deb (Tom) Simpson, Steve (Kerstin Deppe), Dave (Sherri Keeney), and Phil (Kathy); 9 grandchildren: Laura & Daniel Simpson, Lea, Christian and Olivia Jasper, Ellen (Kyle) Goerdt, Allison, Ryan and Emily Jasper; 3 great granddaughters: Jo Jasper, Mia Farrell and Lucy Goerdt; siblings, Carol Bagge and Myrna Bagge; in-laws: Mert (Lillian) Jasper and Norma (Jim) Wilhelm.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one grandson, Daniel Jasper, three brothers in infancy, and in-laws: Leon Bagge, Danny Bagge, Herb (Helen) Jasper, Bill (Joyce) Jasper and Gene (RoseAnne) Jasper.

Memorials are preferred and may be directed to HOPEwalk of Cedar Rapids (https://hopewalk-cr.com/), a suicide awareness and prevention charity in memory of Daniel Jasper.

Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family and information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com.  Online condolences and memorials may be sent to Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA 52040.

Laveta L. Brady

Laveta L. “Veta” Brady, 93, of Tampa, Florida, and formerly of Clinton and Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, November 15, 2022, at Beach House Assisted Living Memory Care in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

A celebration of her life will be held at 12:30 P.M., Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 11:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. at the church.  Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

Laveta Leola Weirup was born on July 2, 1929 in Nashville, Iowa, to Arthur Knute and Nina Elizabeth (Busch) Weirup.  She grew up attending the Buckhorn Country School and then graduated from Maquoketa High School at the age of 16.  She married George Harold Brady on October 5, 1947 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  He preceded her in death on June 21, 2008.

“Veta” farmed with her husband in the Jackson and Clinton County areas for many years.  She had also worked as a secretary for G.L. Stockham and Son Construction in Maquoketa, and later as an administration secretary for Mercy Hospital in Clinton until retirement.  She had lived in Maquoketa until 1958 when she and George moved to the farm in rural Clinton.  She remained there after George’s passing until 2019 when she moved to Florida to be closer to her daughter and family.

“Veta” had been a member of the Miles American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, Faith Lutheran Church in Andover and First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  She enjoyed puzzles and spending time with her family.

Those left to honor her memory include a daughter and son-in-law, Judy and Daniel Jimenez of Tampa, FL; 2 grandchildren, Timothy (Shannon) Jimenez, and Emily (Steve) Baird; 4 great-grandchildren, Madilynn, Cody, Landon and Zia; sister, Arla Lubben of Baldwin, IA; sister-in-law, Patricia Weirup of Maquoketa, IA; and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband George, grandson Anthony “Tony” Jimenez on August 23, 2022, sisters Vernetta Weirup, Naomi (Lester) Anvick, and Wilma (Dude) Reichling, brothers Everett (Joyce) Weirup and Vernon Weirup, and a brother-in-law John Lubben.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Faith Lutheran Church in Andover, First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, Miles American Legion Post #677, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

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