Obituaries Archive

Betty Jane Darrell

Betty Jane Darrell of Scales Mound, IL passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at her home among family and friends. A celebration of her life will be held later. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

Betty was born and raised in Riverdale, IL. The daughter of Joseph and Marie Pracht, who were immigrants from Germany and Austria respectively. She was employed at Marshall Fields in Chicago for several years before meeting her husband, George Darrell. They were married in 1953. Betty and George lived mostly in the Chicago area while raising their three sons, David, Steven, and Douglas. The family had a summer home at Apple Canyon Lake, which introduced them to the area. Upon George’s retirement, they relocated to Scales Mound. Betty and George were well-traveled, having visited China, Africa, Australia, and Ireland. Betty had a lifelong interest in birds. She maintained bluebird houses and feeders and delighted in her list of birds identified. She gave generously to the Audubon Society, as well as many other conservation organizations. She enjoyed reading countless books, with romance novels among her favorites.

Betty is survived by her husband George, sons David and Steven, and grandchildren Caitlin, Fallon, Andrew, Lucas, and Jordan.

She was preceded in death by her son Douglas.

The family would like to thank caregivers Jan, Marcia, Janet, and Hospice of Dubuque.

In lieu of flowers, please make a charitable donation to Hospice of Dubuque in Betty’s memory.

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

Kimberly A. Lembke

Kimberly A. (Osterkamp) Lembke, age 58, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at 6:46 p.m., on Thursday, October 6, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Kim’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, at Behr Funeral Home, with Deacon John Stierman officiating.  Burial will be in Bellevue Presbyterian Cemetery.

Kim was born on January 14, 1964, in Waterloo, Iowa, daughter of Melvern and Linda (Clark) Osterkamp.

Kim went to school in Bellevue before moving to Dubuque and attending Dubuque Senior High School.  After school, she was united in marriage to Mike Tharp and they had 2 children together.  Later, she married Robert “Bob” Lembke and they had 2 children together before deciding to part ways.  Kim loved to clean and was employed at Bowling and Beyond, Service Master and Taylor Maid, before she was forced into early retirement due to her health issues.  In her free time, she liked to watch Westerns, and game shows on TV.  Kim enjoyed being outside, often taking long walks and having picnics in the park with family and friends.  Colorado held a special place in her heart and she loved each and every one of the trips she took out west.  Kim definitely loved spending time with the kids and grandkids and snuggling with her beloved kitty, Penny.  She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish Kim’s memory include

her children,
Cheyenne Lembke, Dubuque, IA
Jenna (fiancé Murrell Leatherwood) Smith, Dubuque, IA,
Benjamin Tharp, Colorado
and Samantha Tharp, Dubuque, IA;

2 grandchildren,
Cordero Jr. and Corion;

her siblings,
Pam Evilsizer, Dubuque, IA,
Kari (Chris) Pfab, Galena, IL,
David Osterkamp, Asbury, IA
and John Osterkamp, Dubuque, IA;

her significant other,
Dan Foran, Dubuque, IA;

and many nieces and nephews.

Kim was preceded in death by her parents; her former husbands, Mike Tharp and Robert Lembke; a sister, Trisha Osterkamp.

Kim’s family would like to thank their family, friends and neighbors, as well as the nurses and staff of UnityPoint Health Finley ICU and Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their kindness and support during Kim’s journey.

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

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

Elva C. Hillard

E lva Caroline Hillard, 92 of Galena, IL passed on to the next life on Monday, October 3, 2022, at Prairie Ridge of Galena. A celebration of life will be held for Lewis and Elva Hillard at 6 PM, Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may gather after 4 PM until the time of the service. They will be buried together in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, Galena.

Elva was born January 12, 1930, in Northfield, WI the daughter of Christian and Edna (Erickson) Iverson. She was united in marriage to Lewis Hillard on October 18, 1951, in Chicago and he preceded her in death on February 12, 2017.  Elva was an avid golfer, she participated in several leagues at the Galena Golf Club. She enjoyed wintering in Florida with her husband, Lew for over 25 years. They traveled extensively to various destinations in North America and around the world. Elva loved spending time with her grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Oftentimes she and Lew would surprise them with an impromptu visit. She was the daughter of a Norwegian immigrant and was very proud of her heritage.

Elva is survived by her son, Rick (Pam) Hillard, three grandchildren, Angela (Doug) Decker, Ryan (Ainsley) Hillard, and Addam (Jeni Hunnicut) Hillard, two step-grandchildren, Rebecca (Melanie) Diercks, and Matthew (Mandy) Diercks, great-grandchildren, Drew, Luke, Franklin, Ellie, Caleb, and Kate, a brother, Algie (Sherry) Iverson and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister, Irene, and two brothers, Obert and Loren.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Prairie Ridge of Galena, Hospice of Dubuque, and Dr. Wells of Midwest Medical Center for their excellent care.

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

James T. Somerville

James T. “Jim” Somerville, age 76, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on September 29, 2022, at UnityPoint-Finley Hospital in Dubuque, while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Jim’s life, a Celebration of Life will be planned for a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jim’s family.

Jim was born on June 11, 1946, in Madison, WI, a son to Glen and Elizabeth A. (Heronemus) Somerville.  The family eventually moved to the Dubuque area, where Jim gained his education and began his life with a family of his very own to protect and provide for.  Jim was united in marriage to his soul-mate, Linda Noonan, on Valentine’s Day in 1970.  They were blessed with 52 wonderful years together before she was sadly called home ahead of him earlier this year.  Jim attended college for a couple of years in his youth, and was proud to be able to share his natural abilities on the football field with both the University of Dubuque, and the University of Iowa.  As life sometimes does, he eventually found himself walking down a different path and went on to honorably serve his country in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.  After completing his tour, Jim returned home and spent his working years with Leath Furniture and faithfully devoted over 30 years there until they closed.  His determination to care for his family at home was faced with a never surrender attitude and his devotion was always just as strong.  Family was everything to Jim and the traveling and camping that they were able to experience over the years always brought him great joy.  He was an unapologetically devoted husband, father, and grandfather and to those who knew him well, the Packer’s came in at a very close 2^nd place.  Jim always enjoyed socializing at a local watering hole.  You could regularly find him at Geno’s, the West Dubuque Tap, and most recently at the Dubuque Driving Range.  Jim invested many years playing pool in local leagues, making countless friends along the way.  Sunday evening were religiously spent relaxing to the Golden Age of Radio where he could easily go back in time and savor some of the finer parts of this life in real time.  It’s beyond imagination to consider life here moving forward smoothly without Jim playing his most important roles all so effortlessly, but we regrettably face the reality that Jim’s journey here on earth has now been completed.  We will treasure every memory that he leaves behind and pray that his reunion with Linda has been blessed with the angels singing over them as they dance arm in arm once again.  Thank you, Jim, for keeping life uncomplicated where possible and continually leading by example.  May the Lord bless you and keep you until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Jim include,

his son,
Brian T. (Laura L.) Somerville, Dubuque, IA;

his grandchildren,
Austin T., St. Petersburg, FL,
Zachary J., Leadville, CO,
and Peyton E., resides at home;

his sister,
Jan (Roger) Edwards, FL;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Linda (Noonan) Somerville; his grandson, Ethan J. Somerville; his brother, Robert (Connie) Somerville; and his father and mother-in-law, Paul and Rosemary Noonan.

Jim’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Finley Hospital ICU for all of their professional and compassionate care over the last week.  Your gentle and guiding hands have helped to smooth some of the rougher edges of this very difficult reality we’ve had to navigate and we truly appreciate each and every one of you that helped along the way.

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

Ronald C. Maroney

Ronald C. “Mac” Maroney, age 74, of Dubuque, passed away at 3:45 a.m., on Tuesday, October 4, 2022.  To celebrate Mac’s life, family and friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services and a time of sharing will be held at 4:00 p.m., on Sunday at Behr Funeral Home.  Following cremation, burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, at 11:00 a.m.  Full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Mac was born on March 13, 1948, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Raymond and Catherine Kay (Oswald) Maroney.

Mac attended school in Dubuque where he graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, Class of 1966.  In 1968, he began serving his country with the U.S. Marines as a radio operator.  Mac was a Marine through and through, loyal and fiercely dedicated to his family and friends.  He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Dianna Chamberlin on January 28, 1974, in Asbury, Iowa.  He was a hard worker who began his working career with Wagner Nursery and driving bus for Tri-State Travel.  He went on to spend most of his career roofing for Giesler Brother and then Economy and Quality Roofing.  Mac retired in 2008 and was a member of Local #32 in the Quad Cities.  Mac had a great sense of humor and was an awesome storyteller.  He always made sure he painted a detailed picture and delivered the punch line at the perfect time.  He loved his hi-tech stereo and television equipment and enjoyed listening to classic rock music.  Mac was an avid hunter and walleye fisherman who liked to take trips with his friends to Clayton County and Lake Erie.  He and Dianna spent countless hours in the great outdoors hunting watercress, morels and picking strawberries.  Mac was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking for family holidays and events.  He was a die hard Chicago Bears fan and loved to give Packer fans a hard time about rooting for the wrong team.  Mac appreciated art and had a creative side, making intricate etched glass projects, wood carving and wood burning projects and Pysanki Ukrainian egg decorating.  Most recently he was getting into silver smithing and he was extremely knowledgeable about diamonds.  Mac has lived an incredible life, not always easy, but he always made the best of any situation that was thrown at him.  He will be greatly missed.

Those left to cherish Mac’s memory include

his loving wife,
Dianna Maroney, Dubuque, IA;

his girls,
Lisa, Denise and Kristin;

his sister-in-law,
Peggy Maroney, Dubuque, IA;

his in-laws,
Tom (Jane) Chamberlin, Poynette, WI,
Jennifer (Barry) Smith, Carson City, NV,
Lana Lopez, Hobbs, NM,
Harlan Bolgrin Jr., Poynette, WI
and Dan (Wendy) Bolgrin, Elva, WI;

and his nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Mac was preceded in death by his parents; his step-mother, Phyllis Maroney; and a brother, Michael Maroney.

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

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

Alan M. Andreasen

Alan Magnus Andreasen, 61, of Dubuque passed away October 3, 2022 at MercyOne Medical Center.  He was born April 11, 1961 in Oxford, England to Magnus and Elizabeth Joy Andreasen. Alan grew up in a small village near Oxford called Horspath, where he was very involved in the Horspath Scouts marching band. In 1986, he married Nancy Armentrout of Cedar Rapids and moved to Iowa, where he continued his involvement with marching band and drum corps as an instructor, drill writer, volunteer and spectator. The couple had three children and later divorced. Alan received a B.A. in biology and a Master’s of Science Education from the University of Iowa, and taught middle school science in the Linn-Mar School District for 10 years. In 2012, he married Roxanna Dawn Perron and moved to Dubuque. Alan had a keen intellect, kind heart and wicked sense of humor.

Alan is survived by his wife Roxanna Andreasen of Dubuque; father-in-law and mother-in-law Bert and Kathleen Perron of Dubuque; children Jack Andreasen of Waverly, and Thomas Andreasen and Katie Andreasen of Cedar Rapids; mother Joy Andreasen of Horspath; and sister, brother-in-law and nephew Alison, Christopher and Charlie Palmer of Essex, England. He was preceded in death by his father, Magnus Andreasen of Horspath, England, and his two sets of grandparents in Oxford, England.

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

Patricia A. Kelly

Patricia Ann (Ruden) Kelly passed away peacefully in Iowa City, IA, surrounded by her family on Wednesday, October 5.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 10 at 10:30 AM at St. Raphael Cathedral Dubuque followed by burial in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 9 at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home 2659 John F Kennedy Rd, Dubuque from 2:00-6:00 PM with a wake service at 6:00. Memorials can be made to St. Mark Youth Enrichment Center.

Pat was born on November 2, 1934, in Dubuque, the daughter of Ralph and Veturia (Powers) Ruden. She graduated from St. Columbkille High School in 1952 and married Donald J. Kelly in 1954. She worked in the food and beverage industry for 56 years as a waitress and bartender at The Circle, Timmerman’s Supper Club, The Shot Tower, and the Eagle’s Club. Pat was actively involved in the Dubuque community as a charter member of the Downtown Neighborhood Association, a member of the Safe Community Task Force and Concerned Citizens United, a frequent visitor to many nursing homes on behalf of her parish St. Raphael Cathedral, and a long time volunteer at St. Mark Community Center, Pat was a lifelong Democrat who proudly volunteered for campaigns and causes for more than 45 years. She was inducted into the Dubuque Democratic Party Hall of Fame in 2009.

Pat was the proud mother of seven children, 23 grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. She is survived by her five sons: Daniel, of Iowa City; Timothy (Joan Vanden Berg) of Iowa City; Jeffrey (Keith Coomer) of Cincinnati, OH; Douglas (Patti) of Cedar Rapids; Mitchell (Janine) of Iowa City and two daughters, Joy of Iowa City and Jolene (Brian) Carpenter of Dubuque. Her grandchildren and (great-grandchildren) are: Mary, Daniel, and Claire Kelly; Shaun (Jack & Nathan), Erin (Jem) and Megan Kelly; Patrick, Katie (Kennedy), and Timothy Kelly; Shannon, Marissa, Molly, and Joe Kelly; Elizabeth, Nicholas, Katherine, Michael, and Caroline Baer; and Jonathan, Anna, Matthew, Jennifer, and Michelle Carpenter.

Pat is also survived by her sisters: Darlene Noel, Dubuque; Janaan (Jerry) Hickey, Sussex, WI; Carol (Dan) Wright, Glenn Ellen, IL; and brother DJ Ruden, Dubuque. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents. Ralph and Veturia (Powers) Ruden, her former husband, Donald J. Kelly; her brother Robert Ruden; granddaughter, Bridget J. Kelly (Mitch and Janine); sister-in-law Grace Ruden, brothers-in-law Wayne Noel, Edward, Robert, and William Kelly.

Richard E. Belmont

Richard Edgar Belmont, 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family Oct 6, 2022.

At his request no service will be held.

Rich was born Jan 30, 1946 in Hackensack NJ to Lucy and F Edgar Belmont.  Rich was an only child in a boisterous Italian household.  He played accordion and was active in ROTC.  He went on to the University of Niagara where he was again involved with ROTC and served as  the Commander of the Pershing Rifles.  He graduated in 1968 with a degree in marketing.

Rich joined the Army immediately upon graduation in 1968.  He served as Tank Battalion Commander in Vietnam.  During his campaign there he received numerous awards including a Vietnam Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, 2 Overseas Service Bars, and The Bronze Star.

Rich married Louise Alessi in 1969 and they had 2 sons, Richard Jr and Michael.

After his honorable discharge from the US Army Rich entered civilian life where he enjoyed a lifelong career in sales and marketing.  Rich and Louise separated in 1984.

Rich made his way to Iowa where he met Margie Blair. Rich and Margie had an immediate and deep connection that endures beyond his passing.  Rich and Margie enjoyed many adventures together traveling, taking in live theatre, and partaking in fantastic meals at all the best restaurants.  In his retirement Rich and Margie authored a food and restaurant review column in 365 Inc called Food For Thought.  For 8 years they did what Rich loved most – sharing their love of a good meal with others. Rich had a wonderful zest for life, a sharp mind, and enjoyed time with Margie, his 2 sons, daughters-in-law, step kids, and his many grandkids.

He is survived by Margie, his loving wife of 38 years, his sons Dr Rich Belmont (Tracey), Dr Mike Belmont (Brandi), and his grandchildren Jack, Kaitlyn, Ryan, and Nick.  He also left behind his stepchildren Jason (Lori), Jenny, and 6 step grandchildren. Rich will be long-remembered for his hearty laugh, long conversations, and most of all for his love of his family.  He will be missed by all who knew him.

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

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

Charles J. Roling

Charles “Chuck” J. Roling, 89, of Bellevue, passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Friday, October 7, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:30 am, also Friday, October 7, 2022 prior to Mass at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.  Burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Services will be livestream on Facebook and YouTube: St. Joseph Bellevue-Sts. Peter & Paul Springbrook pages.

Chuck was born March 23, 1933, the son of Herman and Helen (Kieffer) Roling.  He graduated from St. Joseph’s High School and then served his county in the United States Army during the Korean War.  Chuck marred Jo Ella Felderman on May 4, 1957.  He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and Bellevue American Legion Post #273.  Chuck worked at John Deere in Dubuque and retired in 1989.  He also worked for the City of Bellevue as a City Zoning Officer for many years.  Chuck was a great athlete in his youth playing baseball, football, and basketball.  He always had a construction project going and was a perfectionist.  Chuck enjoyed his shop, building things and caring for his family. He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Jo Ella; children, Carla (John) Sutton, Brian Roling, Brent (Michelle) Roling, Carol (Ben) Busche, and Bruce Roling; grandsons, Matthew Sutton, Jay Sutton, Trevor Roling, Jack Busche, Sam Busche, Dalton Roling, Luke Busche, and his favorite granddaughter, Sabra (Tom) Lyons; great-granddaughters, Olivia, Blake, and Parker Lyons; and sisters in-law, Norma Roling and Jean (Grant) Hachmann.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Don (Mary) Roling, Tom Roling, Merle (Joan) Roling, and Marion (Elmer) Weis; parents in-law Alonzo and Ella Felderman, and sister in-law, Joy (Paul) Hueneke.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family atwww.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Joseph B. Leiser

Joseph B. “Joe” Leiser, age 97, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on October 3, 2022, at Luther Manor Grand Meadows in Asbury, surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Joe’s life, a private family service is being held.  Burial will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque, where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Joe’s family.

Joe was born on August 23, 1925, in Dubuque, IA, a son of Emil C. and Wilhelmina M. (Vogelsberg) Leiser.  He lived a long and full life. Joe honorably served his country during WWII with the U.S. Army and after returning home, graduated from Loras College, and then worked at the Dubuque Packing Company until he retired.  He also spent many years “moonlighting” as a “mixologist” behind the bar at Timmerman’s, The Chateau Supper Club, and the Circle to name a few.  Joe liked all sports and especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren participate.  In later years he rarely missed an opportunity to “coach from the bleachers” with his buddy Bill Meyer at area high school or college games. He was an avid golfer and long time member of Lacoma Golf Course and enjoyed playing competitively against some of the areas best.  He wasn’t afraid to speak his mind and continually played his cards with boldness and vigor.  

Those left behind to cherish his memory include, his three children, Kathryn Ann “Kathy” (Gerald) Pitz, Dubuque, IA, Joseph (Mary Jo) Leiser, Dubuque, IA, and David (Ruth) Leiser, Creston, IA; five grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. 

Joe was preceded in death by his son, Douglas born sleeping; parents; brother, John (Dorothy) Leiser; sister, Rosemary (Herb) Smith, a niece, Jackie Briggs; and nephew, John Leiser.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Joseph’s name to Hospice of Dubuque, Loras College, or Wahlert High School.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Grand Meadows, especially Shari and Jeana along with the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all their professional care and concern.. 

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

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George J. Lippe

George Joseph Lippe passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Stonehill Health Center.

Visitation will be held Saturday, October 15th from 9:00 to 11:00 am at Holy Spirit Parish, Sacred Heart Church, followed by the funeral mass at 11:00 a.m.  Interment will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Son of Cletus and Dolora Lippe, George was born in Dubuque March 27, 1945, ten months after his sister, Faye.  George and Faye enjoyed a special, lifelong friendship.  His beloved siblings, older sister, Margo, and younger brother, Greg, completed the family.

George graduated from Wahlert High School in 1964, and worked at the A&P Grocery Store before joining the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate. During his time as a religious brother, he served at several retreat houses in southern Illinois.

In 1973, George returned to secular life and began his career working with special needs people at Area Residential Care (ARC) in Dubuque. He worked there until his retirement in 2010.

George joined his father and brother Greg on several road trips throughout the U.S. and Canada. He enjoyed visiting the families of his sisters, Margo Schmitt and Faye Motonaga. He loved fishing, gardening, mowing lawns, and watching the Iowa Hawkeyes and Notre Dame Irish football games. George loved telling jokes to anyone, but especially his nieces and nephews.

George was an integral part of many of the Lippe family vacations and holiday celebrations, making those times very special with his fun-loving personality.  Greg’s seven children all formed strong relationships with their uncle George.

George was preceded in death by his parents, Cletus and Dolora Lippe, and his sister, Margo Schmitt.

George will be missed by many people.  Survivors include sister, Faye Motonaga, Wildomar, California, brother, Greg (Peggy), Hillsboro, Wisconsin, brother-in-law, Ray Schmitt, Normal, Illinois, and fourteen nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind dear friends Al Pecina, Bill Cullen, Bill Phillips, Carole Nelson, Mike Hickey, Nicholas Kass, Phil White, Steve McMann, and many others from his time working at ARC.

Special thanks to the staff at Stonehill, including Norma, Sheila, and Rachel for their care and support of George while he made Stonehill his home.  Thanks also to the caring staff from Hospice of Dubuque for their services.

Thomas J. Schmitt

Thomas J. “Tommy” Schmitt, 43, of Mud Lake Road, Dubuque, Iowa passed away on October 2, 2022, the result of a tractor accident.

A Funeral Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 8th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Burial will follow in St. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Sherrill, Iowa.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 7th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd and also after 9:00 a.m. Saturday until time of service.

Tommy was born on September 6, 1979, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Cliff and Becky (Clayton) Schmitt. He attended Hempstead High School and was currently employed at John Deere Dubuque Works. He was a member of the Hawkeye Vintage Farm Machinery Association.

He married Beth Hammerand on May 15th, 2004, in Dubuque. Tommy was an amazing and loving husband and father. His infectious smile brightened everyone around him.

Every year Tommy looked forward to deer hunting in the Schmitt group for the last 25+ years. Each year he had lots of laughs and new stories to tell for years to come. To fulfill his wife’s love of traveling, they took multiple vacations together and with the whole family; from going to different countries to across country road tripping. Together they loved to explore new places while looking for the best food locations to fulfill his never-ending appetite.

Tommy was the cook of his family, a wonderful skill he picked up from his parents. Growing up he observed that food brought people together and would find any reason to have a gathering. He loved to smoke different meats on his pellet grill to share with everyone. Tommy was a very social person that thrived being around others. He loved using sarcasm, sharing all sorts of stories and being a part of all the fun.

On most Sundays he kept busy with his newfound hobby of tractor pulling.  He felt very welcomed when he joined the Hawkeye Vintage Farm Machinery Association.  Many hours were spent searching for a bigger, more powerful tractor or working on fine tuning his tractor to keep up with the veteran members. He truly loved every moment of it.

But cannot forget to mention all the years he enjoyed riding bikes & motorcycles, playing baseball, softball, darts, foosball and pool leagues. And all the people he met that made him Smile each and every day.

Tommy is survived by his wife Beth Schmitt; two children Ethan and Madeline; his parents Cliff and Becky Schmitt; his brother Terry (Nikki) Schmitt; nephews Cliff and Clay; his grandfather Richard Keller; mother-in-law Lynne Hammerand; sister-in-law Jenn Hammerand; his niece Akaela and his brother-in-law Derek (Jennifer) Hammerand.

He was preceded in death by his brothers Timothy and Adam Schmitt; grandmother Mary Keller; grandfather Charles Clayton and his father-in-law Tim Hammerand.

In lieu of flowers a Tommy Schmitt memorial fund will be established.

Ronald L. Love

Ronald L. Love, 76, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:30 am until 10:15 am Saturday, October 8, 2022, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3200 Asbury Rd. Dubuque.

The Funeral Service for Ronald will be 10:30 am Saturday, October 8, 2022, at St. Peter Lutheran Church with Pastor Laura Jaficzek officiating.  Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque with military honors rendered by the American Legion Post 6.

Ronald was born May 15, 1946, in Dubuque, the son of Kenneth “Dibbs” J. and Dorothy E. Knippelmeyer Love.

He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and NICC School of Nursing.  Ronald was a nurse for 15 years at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago and then at Hillcrest Family Services.  He also taught Clinical Psychology at NICC for a short time.

He proudly served his country in the U. S. Navy from 1967 until 1969.  Ronald enjoyed gardening, especially growing roses.  He spent many hours with his cat, Benjamin and he enjoyed traveling.

Ronald is survived by a special cousin, Bill Howes, East Dubuque and other cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lynne Anne Love.

Memorials can be made to Stonehill Care Center.

A special thank you to the Stonehill 3rd floor staff and to Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care of Ronald.

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

Condolences sent to the family by visiting Ronald’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

John T. Quinn

John T. Quinn, 82, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Monday, October 3, 2022, at Bethany Home surrounded by his family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday, October 7, 2022, at the Church of the Nativity, with Msgr. James Miller officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 – 7 p.m. Thursday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque. (There will be no visitation on Friday morning).  Family and friends are asked to meet at the church.

John was born on July 10, 1940, in East Dubuque, the son of Cletus F. and Augusta C. (Eilers) Quinn.

He was united in marriage to Nancy Berkley on June 25, 1997. John and Nancy were inseparable in marriage for 25-years. Together they served as Eucharistic Ministers, and John also was an altar server.

They loved to travel to Florida, California, and Colorado.  He was an avid golfer with 15 holes in one. He always looked forward to his next tee time, especially at Lacoma Golf Club, where he was a member.

He enjoyed watching television, Perry Mason, Cheering for the Chicago Cubs, and the Chicago Bears.  In his earlier years, he enjoyed sports, baseball, and football.  He loved the outdoors. John was service manager at Ford and dealerships for 40 years.

His family will always remember his fondness for RC Cola, Ghiradelli candy, and hamburgers.

John was an awesome guy and will be missed by many.

He is survived by his wife Nancy, children, John, Jr. (Moni), Hazel Green, WI, Laura (Skip) Gudendorf of Dubuque, and Steve Quinn of Benton, WI; his sister, Sue (Dale) Schulz of Dubuque, two step-children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Mary Quinn of The Villages, Florida and Genny Quinn-Steffen (Carl) of East Dubuque, IL.

John was preceded in death by his parents, three sons, Mark, Mike & Jeff, a granddaughter, Jill Quinn, and brothers, Patrick & Joseph Quinn.

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