Obituaries Archive

Joyce E. Watters

Joyce E. Watters, 74, of Peosta, IA passed away Friday, January 20, 2023, at Finley Hospital following a sudden illness.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road with Pastor Mike Jones officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home on Wednesday.

Joyce was born on March 29, 1948, in Dubuque the daughter of George and Ruth (Humke) Hodgson. She attended the University of Dubuque. On December 4, 1971, she married William “Bill” Watters at Grandview United Methodist Church.

Joyce had a 44 year career as a proof reader, working for William C. Brown, Times Mirror, and McGraw Hill Publishing. She was an active member of Rockdale United Methodist Church and participated in many church functions and events. She also volunteered at the Dubuque County Fair for 20 years and always enjoyed the Wednesday Night Dances. She loved to read, do crossword puzzles, go out to eat, and take Sunday drives, but the thing she enjoyed most was quilting. She worked with the ladies quilting at Rockdale and also made many Honor Quilts for Veterans.

She is survived by her husband Bill; 2 sisters Sharon Holverson of Boscobel, WI, and Ginny (Fred) Base of Eau Claire, WI, 2 brothers Glenn (Barb) Hodgson of Dubuque and Bill (Judy) Hodgson of Minneapolis, MN. Along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law Roger Holverson.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Rockdale United Methodist Church in Joyce’s name.

A special thank you to the Dubuque County Sherriff’s Department and to Centralia Peosta Fire Department for all their efforts and care they provided for Joyce.

Allen R. Schnoor

Allen R. Schnoor, 67, of Maquoketa Iowa, passed away Friday, January 20, 2023.

Allen was born September 16, 1955 to Allen Schnoor and Edna (Heeren) Schnoor. He was a 1973 graduate of Maquoketa High School. He married his high school sweetheart, Helen Caes, on January 4, 1974 in Elkader, Iowa and enjoyed 49 years of marriage together. They raised four children; Tred, Craig, Brandy, and Jed.

Allen and Helen were lifelong farmers who raised cattle and crops north of Maquoketa and took pride in stewarding their land and keeping good fences.  Although Allen would say the best crop he ever raised were his four children.

Allen volunteered in many organizations throughout his life.  In particular, he was a 4-H leader for the Emeline Ridge Rollers, a member of the Jackson County Cattlemen, a Farmers Creek Township Trustee, and delivered for Meals-on-Wheels.  He was also a proud lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and was an ardent supporter of our second amendment rights.

Allen’s favorite pastimes included spending time with family and friends. He loved watching his grandchildren participate in sports, music, drama and community activities.  Grandpa would always try to be there for his grandkids.  Allen also enjoyed the outdoors, especially deer hunting, fishing, canoeing, mushrooming and making wonderful memories at the family campground.  Allen also really enjoyed playing cards with all his card buddies.  During retirement Allen and Helen enjoyed traveling extensively – especially their lifelong dream vacation to Australia, New Zealand and Fiji.

Those left to honor Allen’s memory include wife Helen, son Tred (Rebekah) Schnoor of Monticello, son Craig (Katie) Schnoor of Maquoketa, daughter Brandy (Jamison) Schurbon of Ely, and son Jed (Allison) Schnoor of Martelle; ten grandchildren: Lake, Mace, Roth & Rynn Schnoor, Quinn & Avery Schnoor, Brooke & Paige Schurbon, and Emily & Abbie Schnoor; brothers Roger (Pat) Schnoor of Monmouth & Lynn Schnoor of Maquoketa; sister Linda Grobstick of Maquoketa; aunt Fern Schoenthaler of Maquoketa; sisters and brothers-in-law Delores Current of Monmouth, Gloria (John) Caven of Maquoketa and Ken Weimerskirch of Maquoketa; and numerous nieces, nephews & cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Edna Schnoor.

Allen never knew a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone.  We hope to live up to this part of his character and ask that all family & friends attend the visitation and/or a celebration of his life.  The celebration of Allen’s life will be held at 11 A.M., Thursday, January 26, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa followed by a luncheon at the Eagles Club in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 P.M., Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, an Allen R. Schnoor memorial fund has been established.

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

Monica M. Besler

Monica M. Besler, 89, of Worthington died Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Mercy One Senior Care in Dyersville.

Visitation will be held from 9 – 11am Wednesday January 25, 2023, at St. Paul Catholic Church in Worthington, where a Mass of Christian Burial will commence at 11 am.  Rev. Philip Agyei will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.

Monica was born April 23, 1933, in Monticello the daughter of Alphonse and Margaret (Felton) Demmer.  She was raised        on the family farm southwest of Worthington.  She graduated from St. Paul School.  She met Jerome Besler at a dance and they married on August 27, 1952, in Worthington, Iowa. Together they lived and farmed on the Demmer Family Farm.

Survivors include one son, Donald of Worthington, a brother, Vernon (special friend Sandy Hefel) Demmer of Dubuque; in-laws, Alice Besler and Louis (Janice) Besler, both of Worthington and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, in-laws: Lila Mae (Joe) Sperfslage, Norma (John) Rave, Mary Lee Demmer, Bob and Donald Besler.

Memorials are preferred.

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.

Jodene Jorgensen

Jodene (Jody) Jorgensen (Hansen), 62, of Davenport, IA, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at her home.

A private family service will be held at a later date.

Jodene Lynn was born on November 12, 1960, in Savanna, IL, to Lyle and Pearl (Caraway) Hansen. Jody and Don met in 1985 and very soon after were engaged to be married. They were married on March 21, 1987. Don worked as a Civilian for the U.S. Army. Jody accompanied Don to Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, where they stayed until the spring of 1989. Don was transferred to Akizuki, Japan, and they could travel and see much of Japan while they were there until the spring of 1991. The next assignment was to the Rock Island Arsenal, so they settled in Davenport.

Jody spent several years babysitting one great-nephew and three great-nieces and babysitting for her nieces while they worked from the time they were born until they started school.

She enjoyed ceramics and loved being close to her family and attending family gatherings.

Survivors include her husband, Don; brother John Hansen; brothers/sisters-in-law, Dean and Debbie Jorgensen, Doyle Jorgensen and Jean Paisley; eight nieces, one nephew; five great-nieces; six great-nephews’ one great-great nephew, brothers and sisters-in law, Dean and Debbie Jorgensen, Doyle Jorgensen and Jean Paisley.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Connie Hackett.

Family and friends are invited to share memories and express condolences on her Memory Wall at mvcremation.com.

Loretta J. Lucy

Loretta Jane Lucy was born at home in East Dubuque, Illinois on December 15, 1941, where she was a lifetime resident.  She was one of 5 children born to William N. Lucy and Loretta A. (McHale) Lucy.  She went to her heavenly home on Saturday January 14, 2023, from an apparent heart attack. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in East Dubuque on Saturday February 4, 2023 at 11:00a.m. with Fr. Dennis Vargas officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. Visitation is from 9:30-10:45 a.m. at the church.  The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is assisting the family.

Loretta was a graduate of East Dubuque High School class of 1959.  She worked 40 years as a Certified Nurses Aid retiring from Mt. Carmel Convent in 2006.  After her retirement she frequently volunteered at the Convent along with her sister Irene.   Loretta was a Lifetime member of the Dubuque American Legion Auxiliary Unit 6.  She enjoyed serving lunch at the Dubuque Rescue Mission with friends from KFXB TV Station. Loretta was a member of the Full Moon Floozies club and an enthusiastic  volunteer for the East Dubuque High School Reunions.

Some of Loretta’s favorite activities were reading, coloring in her coloring book, attending concerts plays and musicals, crocheting prayer shawls for St. Mary’s church and doing seek and find puzzles.  Loretta and her sister Irene attended many country festivals, Jim McDonough Concerts and Fighting Saints Hockey games.  She loved sitting on her front porch reading and greeting her neighbors, people were naturally drawn to Loretta.  She learned from her brother Bill how to enjoy every holiday in East Dubuque from Memorial Day to Wingfest and Fireworks.  She carried on her mother’s tradition by serving lunch for family and friends after the Memorial Day Parade. She was the official nurse and babysitter for all of her nieces and nephews, spoiling all of them.

Loretta is survived by her brother Nick and Linda Lucy and sister Irene and Don Kaukaskie. Her Neices and Nephews; Cheryl and Bryan Symons, Michael Kaukaskie, Michele and Kevin Dague, Vicki and Doug Reynolds, Rhonda and Amir Kahn, Laura and David Ilan, Eric and Linda Lucy, Christine Lucy, Keith and Annette Lucy, Melissa and Ian Gardener and Karen Juergens a special friend and family member.

Preceding her in death are her parents, sister Sandra Vaughn, brother-in-law Fred Vaughn, brother William (Bill) Lucy and nephew Dale Kaukaskie.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established or memorial may be sent to St. Mary’s Church East Dubuque, or Dubuque American Legion Auxiliary Unit 6 at 1306 Delhi St. Dubuque, IA 52001.

Loretta was everything you could want in a daughter, sister aunt and friend. We will truly miss her.

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

Geraldine M. Goodman

Geraldine (Geri) M. Goodman, 88, of 2700 Matthew John Drive, died Wednesday, January 18, at home.

Visitation will be at St. Columbkille, Dubuque, IA, from 9:30-10:45 AM, Friday, January 27, with a funeral mass celebrated at 11 AM. The cremains will be interred at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

She was a consummate musician, having played her first professional gig at age eight and her last at 85.

She was born April 29, 1934, in Dubuque County, daughter of Ray and Salome (Walsh) Hanten. She married Thomas G. Goodman on August 17, 1957, at St. Columbkille Church.

Surviving is one son, Tom (JoAnn), of Dubuque; three daughters, Teri (Dave) Abbott, of St. Paul, MN; Tori (Dave) Richter and Cathy, of Dubuque; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and four siblings and their spouses: one sister, Mellita (Bob) Pommerich of Dubuque, and three brothers: Loras (Pat) and Dan (Barb) Hanten of Dubuque and Gene Hanten of Lodi California.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Geraldine M. Goodman memorial fund.

Michael N. Kass

Michael N. Kass, 74, of East Dubuque died Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Michael was born March 15, 1948 in Dubuque, the son of Raymond and Carol (Bergeron) Kass.

He attended grade school at the one room school at Lore, graduated from Wahlert High School in 1966 and received a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Dubuque in 1970.

He married Mary Ann Conzett on June 12,1971 at Resurrection Church in Dubuque and in 1975 they welcomed the birth of their son Sean.

Mike retired from John Deere Dubuque Works where he worked for 41 years as a technical writer.

For many years he was involved with soccer in Dubuque. He coached various age teams with the AYSO recreational league as well as serving as registrar. He also helped in creating the Dubuque Soccer Club and coached several traveling teams. Mike coached at Wahlert and Hempstead High Schools and in 1994 was selected as coach of the year in the Mississippi Valley Conference. He continued his love of the game by supporting his two grandsons who play on club teams and are coached by their father Sean.

After retirement Mike learned to play the harmonica. He was a member of SPAH, a nonprofit international Society for the Preservation and Advancement of the Harmonica which provided annual youth scholarships. He enjoyed attending SPAH conventions throughout the United States and attending workshops, but especially loved playing at open mic events.

Survivors include his wife Mary Ann, son Sean Kass of Verona, WI., brothers Tom (Jean) Kass of MN., Steve (Mary) Kass of IA., Patrick (Patty) Kass of MT., Greg Kass of TX., and sisters Jeanne (Tom Armstrong) of MN., Sharon (Don Thompson) of MN., and Laura Kass of NJ. and two grandsons.

He was preceded in death by his parents,  sister Debra and brother Andrew.

Memorials may be sent to Dubuque Soccer Alliance, 2989 Indiana Ave Dubuque, IA 52001

To leave condolence for the family please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

Our family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to all emergency personnel for their quick response.

Camillia Doerr

Camillia “Cam” Doerr, 77, of Dubuque, died Friday, January 20, 2023, at her home.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Camillia will be 10:30 am Monday, January 23, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

Cam was born April 15, 1945, in Griffin, Georgia, the daughter of Hoyle and Kate (Britt) Sheridan.  She married Ronald David Doerr in Orlando, FL on April 10, 1967. Ronald preceded her in death on November 6, 2020.

Throughout her life she worked at various Dubuque insurance companies, most recently at State Farm. She was also a mutual clerk at the Dubuque Greyhound Park for many years.

Cam was a feisty woman. A devoted wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. She never said no to her grandchildren and, of course, did not follow mom and dad’s rules when it came to them. You never knew what she would say or do next.  She was deeply loving and known for her generosity. She never forgot a face and no one was a stranger. She could always be counted on to check up on friends and family in good times and bad. She was deeply curious and loved to learn. She loved current events, true crime programs on the ID Channel, and was an avid reader.  Black coffee was her source of power. Despite living in Iowa for over 50 years, she never owned a proper pair of boots, gloves, or a hat while constantly complaining about the cold weather.

Survivors include one son, Jeff (Theresa) Doerr of Dubuque, IA; four granddaughters, Kinsey, Kendall, Rory, and Callie; one honorary grandson, Max Huss; one son-in-law Jason Lustberg of St. Louis, one brother, Richard Sheridan of Summerville, SC; two sisters, Spinsky Harper of Loxahatchee, FL; Nancy (Danny) Chance of Ocala, FL; and two sisters-in-law, Carol Brimeyer and Sally Doerr, both of Dubuque.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Jill Lustberg, three sisters Charlotte, Priscilla, and Scerita, and one brother, Buddy.

A special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, the oncology doctors at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Dr Engleman and the wonderful nurses at Mercy One of Dubuque, and the ladies of Sandy’s Porch.

Memorials may be given to the Camillia Doerr Memorial Fund or Hospice of Dubuque.

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

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

Roger E. Quade

On January 16, 2023, with heavy heart we said goodbye to our beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandpa, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and good friend, Roger Edward Quade, as he rested peacefully at home with his family gathered by his side.  The family will welcome and appreciate visitors on Saturday, January 28th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, Dubuque. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Immanuel Congregational UCC, 1795 Jackson Street, Dubuque with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating.  Committal prayers and military honors by American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard will immediately follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Roger was born in Dubuque, Iowa on July 17, 1937, oldest son of Edward J. Quade and Frieda Biebermann Quade.  Despite moving into a new home he built on North Cascade Road in 1967, in his heart he lived his entire 85 years on the land that was most precious to him, the Quade Century farm just south of Dubuque on Oakland Farms Road.  He spent hours in his machine sheds tinkering and working on cars, trucks, and machinery of all kinds, particularly his John Deere tractors.

Roger attended first grade in the “little red” one-room schoolhouse that still sits on the Quade property.  After only one year, he was transferred to a 2-room school in Rockdale and finished 9th grade at the one-room school south of Dubuque on Hwy 151, called Military No. 3, where his mother was the teacher.  He went on to graduate from Dubuque Senior High School in 1954, after which he worked with Carpenter and Builder Bob Shireman.  He also worked several years as a part time Meat Inspector at Dubuque Packing Company.  He then, through an apprenticeship at John Deere Dubuque Works, became a Tool and Die Maker and ultimately retired as Supervisor in the Tool Room in 1992, after 32 years of service.

Roger served six months active duty in the U.S. Army, stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood.  He finished his seven years of service as a cook in the U.S. Army Reserves, 389th Engineering Battalion.

On December 30, 1961, Roger married Patricia R. Buol at Immanuel Congregational Church in Dubuque.  They were blessed with two daughters and four grandchildren, all of Dubuque.  They were the pride and joy of his life.  On December 30, 2022, he and Pat were able to celebrate their 61st wedding anniversary.

Roger was a member of the Key West Sportsman’s Club, Lacoma Golf Club, and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME).  He was also a member of Immanuel Congregational UCC where he volunteered his time.

Although a great hunter, Roger was a “softy” for the family’s pets, and if something was broken, he could fix it; if it didn’t exist, he created it.  He liked joyfully antagonizing his friends, but he was the most dependable friend anyone could have!  He was an avid photographer and four-wheeler in his beloved Golden Eagle Jeep.  He enjoyed playing golf, volleyball, racquetball, and Euchre with his card club of 50 years.  He loved restoration projects, attending auctions and sales, and taking care of his Century Farm.  In his younger days, he could be found roller skating, bowling, and riding his horse. His favorite pastime was spent enjoying good food with his family and hosting barbeques poolside.

Roger and his family enjoyed traveling, especially caravanning with close friends taking their Jeeps out west to go 4-wheeling on trails and high ridges and camping in the mountains.  Those with a CB knew Roger as “The Ridge Runner”!  The family took many trips across the United States and Mexico, and visited Florida, Texas, and Colorado regularly.  He also loved hunting elk and deer in Wyoming and Colorado with his buddies, Bill H., Tom P., Bill R., Chuck P., and Rambo.  On a spur-of-the moment decision, he fulfilled a long-time wish to go abroad and get a look at foreign countries.  In 2019 he and Pat joined his sister and her husband and a niece and her husband taking an exciting whirlwind tour of England, France, Switzerland, and Italy visiting art museums, the Eiffel Tower in Paris, St. Peter’s Square in Rome and much more.  At the end of the trip, he said he loved Switzerland the best because it reminded him of his favorite place – home.

Those who survive Roger are his wife Patricia; daughter Tusdee Blus (John), and their children Jesse and Olivia; daughter Tricia Wagner (Scott) and their twins Adam and Sophia; his sister Lois K. (Douglas C.) Pearce of Dubuque; his brother Ty (Bonnie) Quade of Sioux City; his sisters-in law Betty Quade (Kene–deceased), Epworth; Kathy (Tom) Porter, Texas; JoAnn (Tom) Mohr, Dubuque; his brothers-in-law Ray (Betty) Buol, Georgia; Roy (Deb) Buol, Dubuque; Rob (Ann) Buol, Texas; and many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; younger brother Kene Quade; mother-in-law Virginia Buol; sister-in-law Carol and her husband Bill Boyes.

His family would like to express a special thank you to his neighbor and good friend Leo Junk, fondly nicknamed by Roger as his “hired hand”, who was there for him over the years, worked by his side, showed him much kindness, and cared about him like family.  We don’t know how he’s handling heaven without you, Leo!  And a big thank you to all the family, friends and neighbors who offered their concern and support.  They would also like to thank Roger’s niece, Jenni for all her medical expertise and support; all his doctors who took such great care of him over the years, especially Dr. Kirkendall and his Nurse, Kate for all their care and concern; and his caregivers Melissa, Barb, Buffy, Sara, Jenni, and Ryan as well as Rev. Dianne Grace.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Roger Quade’s name.  Memorials may be sent in care of Leonard’s Funeral Home.

Michael J. Budde

Michael J. Budde, 77 Years, of Asbury, IA, died January 19, 2023 at his home, surrounded by his wife Linda and daughters, Sarah and Rachel. His last smile in life was hearing his grandchildren say their goodbyes before he passed peacefully away.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 6:45 pm Monday, January 23, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. A prayer service will be held at 6:45 PM.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Mike will be 10:30 am Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at Church of the Resurrection with Father Phil Gibbs as the Celebrant.  Full military honors will be rendered immediately after mass by the American Legion Post #6.  Inurnment will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery at a later date.

Michael was born September 18, 1945, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Norbert William and Dorothy May Budde. He has said on that day, he won the parental lottery.  His parents provided him a foundation in family love, loyalty and hard work. On November 16, 1968, he married Linda Miller in St. Mary’s Church, Dubuque, IA, where the rest of us would say, he won the wife lottery.  His daughters, Sarah and Rachel, would continue this winning trend with the child, and later, grandchild lottery.

He served his country in the United States Army beginning in 1965 and served a tour of duty in Vietnam.  He was honorably discharged as a Specialist 5 in 1968.

After discharge from the army, Mike returned to school, receiving a B.A. in Sociology and Teaching from Loras College, an M.A. in Sociology from Marquette University, and an M. Ed. in Sociology from South Dakota State University, where he was also a Doctoral Candidate. He embraced education and fell in love with teaching. He had often said he enjoyed teaching so much he would have done it for free. Mike continued to challenge himself, however, and took a shine to entrepreneurship after he was asked to consider starting a business while Dubuque was experiencing record high unemployment rates.  He accepted this new challenge and in 1988 formed Advanced Data-Comm, which he owned and operated as CEO for 20 years.  After selling the business, he returned to his first love in education at Loras College and held an administrative advisory role for another several years before retiring in 2011.  Mike came out of retirement temporarily to serve as Interim CEO at National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in 2017.

Mike was very active in his community including civic involvement as Asbury City Council Member and Asbury Mayor.  He served on many boards including Mercy Medical Center, National Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium, Dubuque Girls’ Club, Iowa Workforce Development Region One, Holy Family Catholic School System, Matter Creative Center and University of Dubuque.

He was loved by many for his wisdom, quick wit and sarcasm. Mike loved his wife Linda, his daughters and grandchildren fiercely and always expressed his pride in his family. Linda was indeed what he called his better half, and provided him the strength and support to allow him to achieve his goals. He loved to joke that he should actually introduce himself as Mr. Linda Budde, he was always so proud of her. He enjoyed woodworking and eating out with his friends.  He was an avid fan and frequent attendee of Loras College Women’s and Men’s basketball and Dubuque Fighting Saints’ hockey games.

Survivors include his wife, Linda Budde of Asbury; two daughters, Sarah (Craig) Siegert of Marion, IA and Rachel Stierman of Urbandale, IA; five grandchildren, Brennan, Karis, Jaxson, Griffin, and Charlotte; brother, Norbert W. (Jo Ann) Budde of Evanston, IL; sister, Marilyn (Dennis) Lawler of Springfield, IL; brother-in-law, Randy Miller; sisters-in-law, Deborah (Eric) Reinhardt of Peyton, CO and Kristine (Joe) Miller of Swisher, IA; niece and nephews, Becky (Steve) Gartner of Maple Grove, MN, Christopher Lawler of Springfield, IL, Shawn (Eileen) Budde of Evanston, IL, Erik (Julie) Budde of San Carlos, CA, Jeremy Miller of Green Bay, WI, and Shawn (Christine) Miller of Zwingle, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents Norbert and Dorothy Budde and step-father, George Berg, his father-in-law, Dale H. Miller and mother-in-law, Charlotte L. Gantenbein Miller and step-mother-in-law, Shirley Bennett Miller.

The family also wishes to extend their most sincere thanks and gratitude to all the compassion and comfort provided by Hospice of Dubuque, including all his caregivers, Kris O., Angela and Carla.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Loras College Mike & Linda Budde Teaching Excellence Award or Hospice of Dubuque.

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

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

Marvin Mohr

Marvin “Pete” Mohr, 84, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Thursday morning, January 19, 2023, at his home surrounded by family.

A celebration of life will be held at the Eagles Club in Maquoketa from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M., Sunday, January 22, 2023.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  A private burial will be held at a later date at the Spragueville Cemetery, Spragueville, Iowa.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Marvin P. “Pete” Mohr was born on April 19, 1938, to Leroy and Lena (Hill) Mohr.  He grew up in the DeWitt area and later served in the Marine Corp for 3 years. He married Janet Eckelberg on October 21, 1962. They traveled to Oregon, Arizona and then on to Missouri. They eventually settled in Maquoketa to raise their family and Marvin began the career of a truckdriver that would last for more than 35 years.

Marvin enjoyed playing with his grandchildren, playing cards, watching Nascar and Westerns and loving on his Corgis. He will be remembered by telling “good old stories.”

He is survived by his wife Janet Mohr; children, Vince (Shawn) Mohr, Monica (Trent) Willey, Doug (Linda) Mohr, Mary (Al) Benischek, and Bobby (Shara) Mohr; 13 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; a sister, Hazel Holtz; a brother, Fred Mohr; and sister-in-law Diana Mohr. He was preceded in death by his four brothers: Harold, Howard, Glenn, Gordon

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

Esther M. Stierman

Esther M. Stierman, 99, of Dubuque, died Saturday, January 14, 2023, at her home.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:45 am Monday, January 23, 2023 at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Ghost Catholic Church.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Esther will be 11:00 am Monday, January 23, 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.

Esther was born March 27, 1923, in Prairie du Chien, WI, the daughter of John R.and Julia A. Stluka Check. On July 22, 1946, she married Laverne L. Stierman at St. John’s Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien. He died June 13, 2009.

She attended a one room school northeast of Prairie du Chien, WI. She excelled in 4-H homemaking activities as a child. She was an active member of the Holy Ghost Rosary Society, Tri-State Garden Club, and volunteered at Stonehill Care Center and the Dubuque Arboretum. She will be greatly missed for her baking skills.

Survivors include six sons, Don (Linda) Stierman of Toledo, OH, Tom (Sue) Stierman, John (Cathy) Stierman, Chuck (Pam) Stierman, all of Dubuque, Roger (Lori) Stierman of Dallas, TX, and Steve (Sandy) Stierman of Grand Prairie, TX; two daughters, Jeanette (Don) Manley of Omaha, NE, and Lois (Lee) Salmonson of Naperville, IL; 20 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Rose Timmerman of Dubuque, IA, and Ruth (Larry) French of Bloomington, WI; four sisters-in-law, Jean Check of Prairie du Chien, WI, Marilyn (Jim) Maas of Dubuque, IA, Betty Stierman of Tuscon, AZ, and Evelyn Boland of Dubuque, IA; and one brother-in-law, Richard (Jeanne) Stierman of Dubuque, IA.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Allan Check, three sisters, Anita (Louie) Steger, Rita (Don) Zimmerman, and Doris (Jim) Seymour, and two brothers-in-law, Al Timmerman and Edward Stierman.

The family thanks the staff of Assissi Village and Hospice of Dubuque for their care and loving support.

Memorials have been established for Assissi Village, Holy Spirit Parish, and the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.

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 Esther’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Susan K. Kiefer

Susan K. (Dodd-Prochaska) Kiefer, age 85, of Dubuque, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023, at Mt. Carmel Bluffs following a long battle with Dementia.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 23, 2023, at St. Raphael’s Cathedral, with Rev. Msgr. Daniel J. Knepper officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish prayer service will be at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.

Sue was born on July 28, 1937, in Dubuque, the daughter of George C. and Helen (Wolf) Dodd. She was raised by her uncle and aunt, Vern & Violet “Vi” White.

On October 7, 1961, she was united in marriage to John “J.B.” Prochaska at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque.  He preceded her in death on April 20, 2008. She later married Richard J. “Dick” Kiefer on June 10, 2011, at St. Raphael Cathedral.

Sue was an Artist and Organizer. Her first job was at the Dubuque Coop Dairy that lasted for nine years, where she worked the fountain and sold farm supplies. For the next 15 years she was a waitress at The Circle Supper Club and later at Timmerman’s Supper Club, both in East Dubuque. While working at The Circle, Sue won a $500 World Series pool and used the money to start her own business called Sue’s This and That Shop. Soon she bought Elaine’s Crafts, a shop in the Nesler Centre in Dubuque. Sue was the owner-operator of Cablecar Uniques and president of the Cablecar Square Association. Sue had been selling her artwork for some time and soon was teaching art herself, a continuous career for her. Sue sold her oil paintings in a gallery in Kingston, N. Y. Locally she sold her paintings in her own shop and at Creative Touch, one of her best outlets. She also operated Galena Accents in Galena, IL.

Sue was an active member of the Antiques Study Club, the Art Association, and the Old House Enthusiasts Club. She was formerly a Dubuque Fest Chairperson for several years.

Surviving is her husband, Richard J. “Dick” Kiefer; a son, Dr. Vern Prochaska, M.D., of Fargo, N.D., a daughter Pennie (Gary) Drew of Jesup, IA; two grandchildren, Hannah Prochaska-(Larris) Slayton and Brooke Prochaska; two stepchildren, Kraig (Nikki) Kiefer and Kelley Duehr; 11 step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren; a brother, Jim (Sarah) Dodd of Lake Havasu, AZ;  and a special cousin Kristy Dalen.

She was preceded in death by her parents; aunt and uncle, Vern and Violet “Vi” White; her first husband, J. B. Prochaska; a son, David Wayne Prochaska; a grandson, Patrick Prochaska; two sisters, Barbara McLaughlin and Sandy Rivera; four very special cousins, Jean Frommelt, Betty Verhorevoort, Lynn Ann Stewart and Candy Runde.

Sue’s family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Tom Schreiber, Mt. Carmel Bluffs and St. Croix Hospice for their care and compassion shown to Sue and her family.

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

Helen T. Molo

Helen T. Molo, 92, of Dubuque passed away peacefully on Jan. 17, 2023, at Mercy Hospital surrounded by her loving family.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 a.m., Friday, January 20, 2023, with Rev. Tom McDermott officiating. To view the livestream please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com  A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Friday, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Committal services will take place in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is entrusted with arrangements.

Barrett Blair

Barrett “Barry” Blair, 75, of Asbury, Iowa passed away January 13, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

A Farewell Toast Visitation will be from 9:30a.m.-12:00p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, Dubuque. A memorial service will immediately follow at 12:00p.m. Military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Barry was born on October 23, 1947 to Donald and Margorie (Wilson) Blair in Cedar Falls, Iowa. After graduating from Dubuque Senior and spending some time at the University of Northern Iowa, he served in the U.S. Airforce from 1967-1971.

He was united in marriage to Deborah (Winne) Blair on May 28, 1971 in Dubuque.

Barry was proud to be a 3rd generation John Deere employee. He started his 30 year career in Dubuque and retired from the corporate office in 2001 after being part of the international team created to implement SAP manufacturing software.

Barry enjoyed camping, fishing, landscaping, and spending time outdoors with his children and grandchildren. He was always up for a good game of poker and wasn’t afraid to take your money (or lose his). He also enjoyed remodeling various homes and cabins. His final adventure was building a cabin with his wife at Sundown Lake. Barry also enjoyed traveling, especially taking his family to Maine in the early years, spending time in Canada and after retiring, multiple trips to Florida with Deb.

Barry volunteered his time at the Discovery Shop in Davenport, Iowa. He was also a proud member of 4 different HOA Boards where “everyone is entitled to my opinion.”

Barry is survived by his wife, Deborah; children, Anne (Dave) Parmley of Marion, IA, Kelli (Ed) Decker of Dubuque, Eric (Emily) Blair of Muscatine, IA, and Mitch (Lisa) Blair of Cedar Falls, IA; grandchildren, Jack and Lauren Parmley, Chyan, Elli, and Peyton Decker, Spencer, Alex, Owen, and Oliver Blair. He is also survived by brothers-in-law, Gary Jarrett, Thomas (Nancy) Winne and Skip (Shelley) Winne, and sisters-in-law Susan (Jay) Powers and Sherry Brown.

Barry was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, his sister Barb Jarrett, and brother-in-law Randy Brown.

Memorials may be given to the Barrett “Barry” Blair Memorial Fund or Hospice of Dubuque. To honor Barry, please feel free to wear your favorite flannel shirt to his celebration.

A special thank you to the SNICU nurses at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, especially Jill and Rob.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is entrusted with arrangements.