Obituaries Archive

Raymond C. Reynolds

Raymond “Ray” C. Reynolds, 90, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on November 10th, 2022, at 2:57 p.m. at Ennoble Nursing and Rehabilitation in Dubuque.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 16th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, with Pastor Matt Agee officiating. Military Honors will be accorded by the American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday November 15th at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory. Private family burial will be at Linwood Cemetery.

Raymond was born on February 26th, 1932, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Leslie and Elsie (Hadley) Reynolds. He was united in marriage to the love of his life Darlene Oertel Reynolds on March 24th, 1956, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Dubuque. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1953-1954 in the Korean Conflict.

Ray worked at Hansel Construction building homes before becoming a supervisor at John Deere in the foundry. After his retirement from John Deere, he worked at Weldon Tire in Dubuque for 25 years.

He loved his wife and daughters more than anything; and adored his granddaughters and his great-grandchildren greatly. Ray would do anything for anyone if he thought they needed his help. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, watching golf, playing the slots at the casino, his Iowa Hawkeye Football games and western movies.

Those left to remember Ray are his daughters Pam (Tom) Martens of Dixon, Missouri and Vicky (Dan) Kern of Galena, IL, granddaughters Sarah and Jennifer, and three great-grandchildren Arianna, Aleahla, and Joshua.

Ray is reunited with his wife and love of his life Darlene, his parents Leslie and Elsie, his grandson Andrew Martens, and his sister June.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be donated to Hospice of Dubuque in Ray’s name.

Thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, the nurses and staff at Ennoble, his daughters who cared for their father, and John and Dee Sanner for their wonderful friendship over the years.

Sr. Bernadette Marie Schvach, BVM

Sister Bernadette Marie Schvach, BVM, (David Ann), 92, of Mount Carmel Bluffs, 1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022.

Visitation will be from 9-9:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022, in the Mary Frances Clarke Chapel at Mount Carmel Bluffs. Sharing of Memories will be at 9:30 a.m., followed immediately by the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial is in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Bernadette was an elementary teacher in Des Moines, Iowa; Chicago; Berwyn, Ill.; Boulder, Colo.; and Kauai, Hawaii, where she also served as principal.

She was born on May 1, 1930, in Chicago to Joseph and Mary (Zemanek) Schvach. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1948, from St. Frances of Rome Parish, Cicero, Ill. She professed first vows on March 19, 1951, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1956.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers George and Joseph Schvach, and a sister Evelyn (George) Kostakis. She is survived by a niece, nephews, and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 74 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa 52003 or online at https://www.bvmsisters.org/support_donate.cfm.

Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Robert M. Meyer

Robert M. Meyer, age 87, of Dubuque passed away at 11:44 p.m., on Monday, November 7, 2022, at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.  To honor Robert’s life, family and friends may visit from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Friday November 18, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Friday at Behr Funeral Home with Deacon John Stierman officiating.  Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery at a later date.

Robert was born on November 5, 1935, in Dubuque and was raised as the adopted son of Stella and Merlin Smith.  Bob grew up in Dubuque and graduated from Senior High School in 1955.  He served in the Marine Corps following the Korean War and was stationed in Japan and South Korea.

Robert married Carol Jones on May 4,1963, at Holy Ghost Church in Dubuque and they enjoyed 59 years happily married until his passing. Together they raised three sons, Michael, Andrew and Steven.   Bob was a hard-working man who provided well for his family, working most of his adult life as a driver-salesman for Mid-Continent Bottlers.

He was an accomplished athlete who was a fixture in the Dubuque fast-pitch softball fields for decades.  Bob also golfed and bowled in scratch leagues and was an All-Star basketball player in the Marine Corps.  After his playing days, he remained an avid sports fan; religiously following the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Cubs, Green Bay Packers and Tiger Woods.  One of his favorite pastimes was “Going to the dogs” at the Dubuque Greyhound Park.

Robert is survived by his wife, Carol, his sons, Michael (Lisa) of Omaha, Andrew (Christina) of Racine, Steven (Meaghan) of Iowa City, two grand-daughters, Reilly and Kirsten Meyer, his sister, Marian Reittinger of Dubuque, and a sister-in-law, Rose Meyer of Dubuque.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Jo Ann in infancy, his brother, Cletus, and a brother-in-law, Robert Reittinger.

Bob’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of MercyOne in Dubuque and their “family” at Bethany Home for all of their care, concern and support for their entire family these last few months.

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

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

Thomas P. Olinger

Tuesday, the love of my life went peacefully to be with his God. Thomas Paul Olinger, 81, of East Dubuque, IL, died November 8, 2022, at home with his wife by his side.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Saturday, November 12, 2022, at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dennis Vargas officiating.  Burial in the East Dubuque Cemetery with military honors accorded by members of the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Visitation is from 4 – 7 p.m. Friday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where a parish prayer service will be said at 3:30 p.m. Friday.

Tom was born on May 22, 1941, in Dubuque, the son of Lucille (Lucy) Hooks and Arthur Ruer. Tom graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1959. He then followed his Uncle Johnnie’s (Jack Specht) footsteps and enlisted in the U. S. Marine Corps. Tom was so proud to be a Marine. He always reminded you that there was no such thing as an Ex-Marine, only a former Marine.

Tom met his wife-to-be on April 22, 1962, when he was home on leave. Tom said it was love at first sight for him. Thomas and Mary Rose Werner were married on September 5, 1964, at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque. They chose to make their home in East Dubuque. Tom was a devoted husband and hard worker. Tom learned the trade of plastering. He was even a manager of General Men’s Wear selling men’s clothing. He worked for Sara Lee Baking Co. (formerly Trausch Baking Co.) retiring after 37 years. Tom then went to work for the U. S. Postal Service for 16 years, retiring on April 30, 2022.

He was a member of the Local B & C Union, serving as chairperson until he became a supervisor, and a member of the APWU. Tom was a member of St. Mary’s Church and its’ Holy Name Society, a former member of the East Dubuque Volunteer Fire Dept. for ten years.

As he would say, back in the day, he liked to go hunting with his Uncle Johnnie, he enjoyed League Bowling with family and friends. But most of all he loved his family. Tom was a proud and strong-willed man who stayed true to himself. Tom walked to the beat of his own drum that made him a kind and loving man. Tom may not have been a father with children of his own, but his nieces and nephews and even their friends could not have had a better influence or support and love them anyway he could. He took them on trips, camping and fishing, weekly cookouts, and teaching them games. He took pride in teaching them to play euchre. Tom was blessed when he walked two of his nieces down the aisle. He loved them like his own. In his later years he spent more time taking Mary on Road Trips whether to Ho Chunk or South Dakota which was his favorite place to go. Tom took great pride in his Native American Heritage, and he enjoyed finding unique items to collect, especially Kachina Dolls. He enjoyed going to the Diamond Jo and playing the slots.

Then when most people were planning on retiring, Tom was starting over. This time a grand- nephew was born, and his mom was going to need lots of help to provide for him.  Tom was there without hesitation and an instant bond of love was formed when Tom held Joe. Growing up meant there was a sandbox to make, a tree house to build, basketball hoop to put up, a bike riding lesson, encouragement with joining Karate and never missing a tournament or school activity. Joe became the son Tom never had. Tom loved and nurtured Joe, always trying to set an example for this child that is now a young man. God blessed them both.

Tom was very grateful for his family, he truly enjoyed spending time with them, and one of his final wishes was to be able to tell each one of them good-bye and God granted that wish.

Those left to cherish Tom’s memories are his devoted wife Mary of 58 years; his “adopted” son Joe; siblings, Judi (Wayne) Botsford and family, Jack Olinger and family, Bonnie (Ron deceased) Kemp and family, Ron (Jo Ann) Olinger and son, Nanci (Bryan) Thompson and family, Deb (Mark) Mayne and family, his in-laws, Linda (Gary) Hornung and family, Sue Werner and family, and Annie Birch-Heinze (Mark) and family. Special friends, Tim Fluhr and Maggie, Tim (Claudia) Williams and Dave Mohr.

Tom’s family would like to express their deep gratitude to Dr. Kirkendall, his nurse Kate, Dr. Bailey and to Hospice of Dubuque, especially Katie, Brittany, and Morgan.  Also, to Fr. Dennis and Bill Miller, to family and friends that helped us through this difficult time, especially Judi and Wayne, Jack, Annie, Tom’s Postal Worker friends, Tom’s gals at the Big 10 Mart and our neighbors.

Semper Fi Tom.

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

Darlene Kirch

Darlene “Dar” (Schulting) Kirch, 92, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully at home on November 6th, 2022.

Visitation will be held from 9:00a.m. to 11:15a.m. Wednesday, November 16th at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, Dubuque followed by a service, sharing memories at 11:30 a.m.

Dar was born at home on March 27th, 1930 to Vincent and Viola (Tranel) Schulting in East Dubuque, Illinois.

She graduated from Immaculate Conception Academy on May 30th, 1948.

Dar was united in marriage to the love of her life Norman Kirch on October 14th, 1953. They celebrated 55 years of marriage in 2008. He preceded her in death on November 5th, 2008.

Dar, Merl and Shirley worked with their parents at the Melody Mill Ballroom to provide great entertainment to the tri-state area.

Dar worked at Bishops Buffet for 37 years where she met and maintained lifelong friendships in the community.

She was a member of the Red Hat Society.

Dar also volunteered regularly at Bethany Home where she found great happiness in the service of others.

Darlene is survived by her children; Steven (Janet) Kirch of Mountain View, Akansas, Scott (Beth) Kirch of Greendale, WI, and Mark (Jamie) Kirch of Christopher, IL; grandchildren; Tera (Steve) Oberbroeckling, Brianne Savasci, Annah Vaassen, Jacob Kirch and Maya Kirch; great grandchildren; Sam, Trevor, Wil and Owen Oberbroeckling and Asza and Dila Savasci; a brother; Merl (Joyce) Schulting; and daughters-in-law; Gretchen (Dan) Knief and Jenny (John) Johnson-Peterson.

Dar was also preceded in death by her parents; Vincent and Viola (Tranel) Schulting; a sister; Shirley Lewis; sisters-in-law; Virginia Best and Janann Borley; brothers-in-law; Richard Best and Robert Borley and an infant daughter, Mary.

A Darlene Kirch Memorial Fund has been established in her memory.

Owen A. Dietrich

Owen Arthur Dietrich, 89, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, peacefully passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022, surrounded by his family.

Funeral Mass for Owen is planned for Saturday, November 19, 2022, at St Pius X Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids. Visitation will be 9-10:30 a.m., followed immediately by the funeral mass, then military honors. Relatives and friends are invited to a luncheon at the church hall following the services. A private inurnment will take place at a later date. Arrangements are with Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services.

Those unable to attend are invited to watch the service via livestream. Please find the livestream link on Owen’s Tribute Wall and share your support and memories with his family.

Owen was born September 1, 1932, in Guttenberg, Iowa, to Cornelius ‘Forest’ and Pearl (Schloetzer) Dietrich. Owen served in the US Army and Air Force during the Korean War. He was a 62-year member of the American Legion.

On November 27, 1952, Owen and Lorraine Meehan were married at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque, Iowa. They started their family in Dubuque, then moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa for Owen’s job. Owen later owned and operated Owen’s Kitchens until he retired.

To know Owen was to love him. He never met a stranger. He cherished his family, including his many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. Owen was grateful for the blessing of 89 wonderful years.

Surviving are his wife of 69 years, Lorraine, of Cedar Rapids; five children, Diane (Max) Reusch of St Louis, Missouri, Donald (Virginia) of Albany, Illinois, Daniel (April) and Darla (Daniel) Lowe of Marion, Iowa, and David (Raquel) of Cheyenne, Wyoming; 17 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; siblings-in-law, Phyllis Dietrich of Dubuque, Iowa, Bonnie Dietrich of Garnavillo, Iowa, Mae McCarty, Shirley Kane, Frannie and Larry Breitbach, Richard and Glady Meehan, all of Dubuque, Iowa, and James ‘Red’ and Judy Meehan of Williamsburg, Virginia; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Arlene Dietrich of Dubuque, Iowa; brothers, LeRoy Dietrich of Dubuque, Iowa, and Verdean Dietrich of Garnavillo, Iowa; siblings-in-law, Jack McCarty, Don and Pat Balk, Stanley Kane, Denny and Mickey McCarthy, and Denny and Donna Runde, all of Dubuque, Iowa.

Owen was a charter member of St. Pius X Catholic Church.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choosing.

Edward M. Rupp

Edward M. Rupp, 97, of Las Vegas, Nevada, formerly of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on November 5th, 2022, in Las Vegas.

A private family service will be held with burial in Dubuque Memorial Gardens. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family.

Edward was born on December 1st, 1924, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Clarence and Barbara (Spautz) Rupp. He attended Holy Ghost. He was united in marriage to Dolores Papenthien on November 23rd, 1947, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Dubuque. He was employed at the Dubuque Packing Company. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 to 1945 and was also a member of Dubuque 700 club. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, and gambling.

Edward is survived by his children Janet Smith, Patricia (David) Beals, Debra McGinnis-Koch, son-in-law Leo Casper, grandchildren Michelle Casper, Charles Casper, David Beals Jr., and James McGinnis, and five great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wife Dolores in 2008, daughter Diane Casper in 2012, and siblings Virginia Frommelt-Graff, Jim (Pat) Rupp, Kathleen Rupp, and Paul (Rose) Rupp.

Memorials may be sent to a charity of your choice in Edward’s name.

Margaret V. Johnson

Margaret V. Johnson “Granny”, 100, of Durango, Iowa, passed away on November 9, 2022.

Visitation will be from 2:00-6:00p.m., Sunday, November 13, 2022 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, Dubuque. Funeral services will be at 11:00a.m., Monday, November 14, 2022 at Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory. Pastor Stephanie Schlimm will officiate. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Margaret was born on August 16, 1922 to Frank and Rose (Oakley) Kruse in Dubuque.

She was united in marriage to Peter J. Johnson on December 25, 1941. He preceded her in death in 1976.

Margaret worked as the city clerk of Durango, Iowa for 52 years.

Margaret was a member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. Over the years, Margaret crocheted numerous “prayer shawls” for St. Luke’s.

Margaret loved to garden and camp over the years. She also enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Margaret is survived by her children; Margaret Schemmel, Irvin Johnson, and Kevin Johnson; son-in-law, Tom Beversdorf; grandchildren, RosAnne (Terry) Schmitt, James (Denise) Schemmel, Shawn Beversdorf, Jennifer (Daron) Logan, Jeremy (Jamie) Johnson, and Jessica Jarding; great-grandchildren, Travis (Tiffany) Schmitt, Cody Schmitt, Joseph Beversdorf, Jordan Schemmel, Paige (Troy) Thoma, Shane Sullivan, Kaitlyn, Haley, Kirsten, and Dakota Logan, Madison (Kyle) Duhman, Isabella, Chloe, Mia, Brody, and Chase Johnson; great-great- grandchildren, Aurora and Avaya Schmitt, Amara, Becket, and Emery Thoma, and Rylee Duhman.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Evelyn Beversdorf; son-in-law, James Schemmel; grandson, Joseph Johnson; great-granddaughter, Jenna Logan. She was also preceded in death by her siblings; Gilbert (Lenora) Kruse, Arthur (Emma) Kruse, Edward (Lenora) Kruse, Teresa (Julius) Dausner, Edna (Edmond) Henkels, Alice (Roy) Dalbkermeyer, Doris (Alfred) Trieweiler, and Helen (Joseph) Bellman.

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

Theodore L. Roepsch

Theodore L. “Ted” Roepsch, age 75, of Marshalltown, formerly of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on November 7, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.  Per Ted’s request, there will be no public services.  The burial will be in the Rock Island Veterans Cemetery in Moline, IL.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Ted’s family.

Ted was born on February 8, 1947, in Dubuque, IA, a son to Joseph C. and Jeanne G. (Gatton) Roepsch.  Ted grew up with a love for aviation which took flight in the early 1960’s when he learned to fly under the watchful eye of Rusty Merhl with then Beyer Aviation, Inc. at the Dubuque Airport.  He took his very first solo flight at the ripe young age of 16 and never looked back.  In 1965, Ted found himself enlisting in the U.S. Army to honorably serve his nation with the 25^th Infantry Division during the Vietnam War.  Upon returning home, Ted spent the majority of his working years in maintenance and faithfully allowed his talents to flow into his free-time as well.  He was a very gifted woodworker who crafted everything from model airplanes, to cabinetry, to Grandfather clocks.  Many of his meticulous creations grace the homes of his family and friends to this day and will always be a welcome reminder of Ted’s good heart and generosity.  His greatest joys in life were undeniably found in the time he was able to spend with his family and friends by his side.  Ted was also a proud member of the Tri-State Vietnam Veterans Association and always held his country and fellow veterans with the highest regard.  We will miss Ted more than he could possibly have known, but are forever grateful for all of the love and lessons he shared along the way.  Thank you, Ted, for simply being you and may the Lord bless and keep you until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Ted include,

his children,
Ted Roepsch,
and Tara Roepsch-Corrigan,

and their children;

his step-daughters and love of his heart,
Kate (Tim) Harle, Dubuque, IA,
and Kassandra Mueller, Dubuque, IA;

his step-grandchildren,
Jacob, Lindsey, Makenzie, Samantha, Andrew, and Lanie;

his step-great-grandchildren,
Bentley, Lillie, Callie, and Avery;

his siblings,
Richard (Linda) Roepsch, Dubuque, IA,
and Rita Roepsch, Dubuque, IA;

his sister-in-law,
Carol Roepsch, Lynn, MA;

his special friends,
Lynn Gilbreath, Dubuque, IA,
and Larry Pillsbury, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Ted was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Thomas Roepsch; his sister, Joanne Brehm Olson; and his sister in infancy, Barbara.

Ted’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the University of Iowa, along with the Iowa Veterans Home for all of their care and compassion.  The last year has not been an easy one for Ted, but the graciousness of so many along the way has truly made the days just a little easier for Ted and his loved ones to bear, and for that we are beyond grateful.

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

Kimberly A. Selken

Kimberly Ann “Kim” Selken, age 62, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on November 9, 2022, at home while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Kim’s life, her Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  A private family burial will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Kim’s family.

Kim was born on October 12, 1960, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Ben and Mary Jane (Kremer) Markus.  She proudly spent her life caring for others as a CNA throughout her working years, but truth be known, her heart was always longing to be at home with her family.  Kim’s life and world revolved around her loved ones and this commitment never failed nor wavered.  She was lovingly referred to as “Grandma” by her great-nieces and nephews as well, and always enjoyed attending their sporting events whenever possible.  It’s difficult to imagine a world without Kim’s bright and joyful light shining amongst it, but we know that her battle was fought with great courage and strength and there is peace in knowing that peace is hers now.  Thank you, Kim, for being such a loving and caring part of so many lives and may the Lord keep you in His loving arms until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Kim include,

her son,
Ben Markus, Dubuque, IA;

her sister,
Barb (John) McLaughlin, Dubuque, IA;

along with many extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Kim was preceded in death by her husband and her parents.

Kim’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care for Kim, and her family.

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

William E. Baresel

William E. “Bill” Baresel, 89, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, November 10, 2022, at Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Monday, November 14, 2022, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 9:30 A.M. to 11:15 A.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will be at the Bridgeport Cemetery, Rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

William Earl Baresel was born on July 30, 1933 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Lewis Earl and Evelyn (Isbell) Baresel.  He grew up attending Andrew Schools and served his country in the U.S. Army with time spent as an engineer stationed in Germany.  Upon receiving an honorable discharge, he returned home to Iowa.  He married Janice M. Ostert on July 14, 1957 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  To this union four children were born: Jerry, Pam, Brenda, and Jodi.

“Bill” had first worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa as a repairman for over 15 years.  He then farmed for the Cornelius family for two years, and lastly retired in 2000 after 20 years from Red Jacket in Davenport where he worked as a die cast machinist and forklift operator.

“Bill” was a member of the Jackson County Farm Bureau.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting, and playing cards, especially Euchre.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Janice Baresel of Maquoketa, IA; children, Jerry (and fiancé Lori Palmer) Baresel of Andrew, IA, Pam Burckart of Maquoketa, IA, and Brenda (Ken) Tranel of Cuba City, WI; a son-in-law, Rodney Dodds of Spragueville, IA; a brother, James “Jim” (Lois) Baresel of Clinton, IA; 6 grandchildren, Crystal, Cayla, Chad, Brandon, Alisha and Andrew; and 2 great-grandchildren, Claire and Camden.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Jodi Dodds, sister Evelyn Shimanek, and a son-in-law Bruce Heuer.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a William E. “Bill” Baresel memorial fund has been established.

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

Marjorie C. Lewis

Marjorie C. “Marge” Lewis, age 73, of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Nov. 8, 2022, after 8 years at Luther Manor while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Marge’s life, her memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at 1:30 p.m., at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3650 Asbury Rd, and a zoom meeting will also be available for those who are unable to attend.  Please feel free to call (563) 599-6610 for the zoom details.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Marge’s family.

Marge was born on February 16, 1949, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Joseph and Jeanie (Zollar) Backes.  She eventually met her soul-mate, Roger Lewis, and they were united in marriage on May 16, 1970, in Dubuque, IA, and blessed with many wonderful years and 4 boys of their own along the way.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Marge include,

her loving husband of 52 years,
Roger L. Lewis, Dubuque, IA;                                                                                                           

her four sons,
Matthew Lewis, Dubuque, IA,
Jeffrey (Gwen) Lewis, Dubuque, IA,
Stephen (Karna) Lewis, Shell Rock, IA,
and Robert (Brittany) Lewis, Sioux City, IA;

her seven adored grandchildren,
Jenna, Hailey, Amira, Zander, Natalia, Katerina, and Libby;

her brothers,
Mark (Mary) Backes, Edgerton, WI,
and John Backes;

her brother-in-law,
Robert Simon, Dubuque, IA

her sister-in-law,
Marsha Backes, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Marge was preceded in death by her parents; and her siblings, Kathy Simon, Angie Backes, Tom Backes, and David Backes.

In lieu of flowers, a Marjorie C. Lewis memorial fund has been established which will be distributed among her favorite charities.

Marge’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Luther Manor and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care of Marge, and her family.

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

Sr. Georgeann Quinlan, BVM

Sister Georgeann Quinlan, BVM, (Immaculate), 84 of Mount Carmel Bluffs, 1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Friday, Nov. 4, 2022.

Visitation will be from 9-9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2022, in the Mary Frances Clarke Chapel at Mount Carmel Bluffs. Sharing of Memories will be at 9:30 a.m., followed immediately by the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial is in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Georgeann was an elementary teacher in Des Moines, Iowa; Chicago; and San Jose, Calif. She ministered as a secondary teacher and junior high religious education coordinator in Boulder, Colo. She was a parish youth director and pastoral assistant in Colorado Springs, Colo. In the greater Denver area, she served as director and minister of elderly programs, counselor to families of the blind, public relations and marketing for apartment complexes, activities director for a care center and archdiocesan housing, and as a community advocate for seniors.

She was born April 17, 1938, in Duluth, Minn., to George and Mary (Plaster) Quinlan. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1956, from St. Luke Parish, St. Paul, Minn. She professed first vows on Feb. 3, 1959, and final vows on July 16, 1964.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Gerald and Richard Quinlan, and brother-in-law Lou Balaban. She is survived by a sister Marlyn Quinlan Balaban, Roseburg, Ore.; a brother Jean (Donna) Quinlan, Apple Valley, Minn.; a sister-in-law Terry Quinlan, Chicago; nieces; nephews; and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 66 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa 52003 or online at https://www.bvmsisters.org/support_donate.cfm.

Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home, 100 N 6th Street, Bellevue, Iowa is in charge of arrangements.

Mary Waeyaert

Mary (Behnke/Feiler) Waeyaert formerly of Dubuque, passed away November 5, 2022, at Oakbrook Health Care Center in Whitehouse, TX.

Private family burial will be on Monday, November 14th, 2022 in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dubuque, IA. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

She was born March 30, 1944, to Ruth & Herman Behnke of Dubuque. She graduated from Wahlert High School in 1962. She met and married Edward Feiler of Peosta, Iowa, the love of her life. Ed died in a truck accident in Bennett, Iowa in 1974. Mary eventually met and married Ron Waeyaert and moved to Texas.

In Texas, Mary worked at T.I.S.D. in Tyler and spent the next twenty-five years employed in school food service where she delighted in being around the children. Mary always enjoyed sewing, both for herself and Lisa. She collected birdhouses and crosses. She was faithful in her attendance at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Tyler.

Mary is survived by her daughter Lisa Feiler Montgomery of Teague, Tx., her brothers Joe Behnke of Hazel Green, WI., and Robert (Shirley) Behnke of Dubuque and her good friend, ex-husband Ron Waeyaert of Tyler, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents Herman & Ruth, her sisters Marita Kipper and Diane Frick, both from Dubuque.

Judith A. Eye

Judith A. Eye, 66, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Public Graveside Services and Burial celebrating her life will be held at 2 P.M., Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at South Mineral Cemetery, rural Onslow, Iowa.  Cremation rites will be accorded following a private family visitation.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Judith Ann Shady was born on September 7, 1956 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Clayton, Sr. and Betty (Evers) Shady.  She grew up in Monmouth and Maquoketa and earned her GED from Maquoketa High School.  She married Leroy Eye Sr. and they later divorced.  She then married Larry Wayne Eye on December 8, 1986 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  He preceded her in death on February 27, 2002.

Judith had worked as a bookkeeper at Jack N’ Jill Grocery Store in Maquoketa for several years.  She then worked at Lowe’s in Dubuque, Plastics Unlimited and WALMART in Maquoketa.  She retired from Casey’s General Store in Maquoketa.

Judith enjoyed playing and spending time with her grandchildren and great nieces and nephews, taking care of her flower bed, puzzle books, and watching soap operas, especially General Hospital.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Leroy Eye of Neillsville, WI, and Eric (Alyssa) Eye of Winfield, IA; 4 grandchildren, Alex, Rebecca, Dalton and Quinn; and siblings, Dixie (Kendall) Hensler of Neillsville, WI, Melinda (Jerry) Sterbanz of Cuba City, WI, Clayton (Susan) Shady of Unionville, MO, Debra Shady of Maquoketa, IA, Lawrence “Mike” (Korene) Shady of Maquoketa, IA, and Janet Streets of Maquoketa, IA; and bonus sister, Julie Keil of Oxford Junction, IA.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Larry, and a sister Susan DuBois.

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