Obituaries Archive

Jeremy A. Naderman

Jeremy A. “Jer-Bear” Naderman, 25, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2022, in Davenport, Iowa.

A public visitation with a gathering of family and friends celebrating Jeremy’s life will be held from 2 to 4 P.M. on Monday, April 18, 2022 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation.

Jeremy Aaron Nadermann was born on October 18, 1996 in Dubuque, Iowa, to Gerald Matthew and Penny Joyce (Lopp) Nadermann.  He attended Maquoketa Community High School.  Following high school, he worked as a self-employed handyman and carpenter in and around the Maquoketa area.

Jeremy enjoyed spending time with his family, nieces and nephews, and his friends.  Additionally, he enjoyed listening to music, going on nature walks, and doing tattoos.  He especially enjoyed spending time with his son, Jayden.  He was known for always bringing a laugh to the room.

Those left to honor his memory include his son, Jayden Bradley Crane and his mother Tori Crane of Davenport, IA; his mother, Penny Bailey of Maquoketa, IA; his father, Gerald Nadermann of Dubuque, IA; siblings, Trudi (Robert Casali) Lopp of Maquoketa, IA, Holly (Shane) Leslie of Maquoketa, IA, Cody (Amanda) Lopp of KY, Jacob Lopp of Dubuque, IA, Kayla (Charles) Nadermann of Clinton, IA, Trever Nadermann of Guthrie Center, IA, and Jaxon Nadermann of Guthrie Center, IA; nieces and nephews, Alexis, Frank, Michael, Tai, Ayden, Tate, JoJo, Abby, Rebel, and one unborn nephew on the way; a great-nephew, Eli; a special friend, Samantha; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Jerry and Bonnie Lopp, paternal grandparents Laverne and Agnes “Ginger” Nadermann, and his uncle Brian.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to the family.

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

Andrea Zwack

Andrea (Althaus) Zwack died Wednesday morning after a long fight with cancer. Andie was 70 years old.

Andie grew up in Dubuque. She graduated from Wahlert High in 1969 and from Clark College in 1973, She married Dan in 1975. Their loving marriage and true friendship started strong and continued to get stronger every year.

Andie and Dan raised two fine children. Drew lives in West Liberty and Joanna lives in Ft Collins. They and our two grandchildren are our real contribution to a better world. They have and will continue to do their parts.

Andie did her part her entire life. Everyone who knew her loved our brown eyed girl. She was kind, generous, understanding, and loving. The world was a better place when she was in it.

According to Andie’s wishes, there will be a service for close family only. A Celebration of Life gathering will be scheduled at a later date for all those who wish to show their respects to our perfect Wife, Mom, Daughter, Sister, and friend.

In lieu of flowers, Andie requested donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Operation Head Start.

Ronald L. Valentine

Ronald L. “Ronnie” Valentine, 72, of Dubuque passed away Tuesday, April 13, 2022.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a funeral service will begin at 1:30 p.m. with Fr. Jim Goerend officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Ronnie was born on July 30, 1949, in Dubuque, IA the son of Edward “Eddie” and Marie (Avenarius) Valentine. He graduated from Wahlert High School in 1967; and married Marlene Watters at Saint Joseph the Worker on April 17, 1971. Ronnie farmed on the family “Century” farm his whole life. He had a great love of the land, and his two favorite smells was the soil and fresh cut hay. He loved to take rides on his Ranger and check things out with his dog Tank.

He is survived by his wife Marlene; his mother Marie; his four children Bobby (Meghan) Valentine, Steve (Stephanie) Valentine, Lisa Valentine, and Randy (Kati) Valentine; his fourteen grandchildren Sierra (Evan), Sidney, Emma, Willie, Brady, Ashley, Rory, Ajay, Nellie, Owen, Bear, Crosby, Luci, and Easton. His siblings Mary Kay (Bob) Schauer, Shelly (Mike) Ellis, Bill (Sandy) Valentine, and Gary (Becky) Valentine; his in-laws Dave (Carrie) Watters, Dennis (Sharon) Watters, Michael Colson, Shirley (John) Zurcher, Jim (Jodi) Watters and Jan Wolff.

He was preceded in death by his father Eddie Valentine, his father and mother-in-law Jack and Loretta Watters, a brother-in-law Dale Waller, and three sisters-in-law Macy Valentine, Judy Watters, and Judy Colson.

In lieu of flowers Ronnie would say send a bag of seed corn or fertilizer.

Robert E. Feeney

Robert Emmet “Bob” Feeney, age 95, of Dubuque passed away on April 11, 2022.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 19th, 2022, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church with Fr. Thomas McDermott officiating. Burial will follow in St. Patrick Garryowen Church Cemetery with military honors by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, April 18th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be held at 4:00 p.m.

Bob was born January 12, 1927, to William and Mary Rose Cannon Feeney at Sylvia Switch, Iowa. The youngest of nine children, Bob attended school in a one-room schoolhouse and later at St. Patrick’s High School in Garryowen. He entered the navy in January 1945 and was discharged in September 1946. He then attended Loras College in Dubuque and worked numerous jobs, including as a ham boner at the Dubuque Packing Company and a salesman at Capital Tobacco. He married Milly Hayes in 1951 and raised five kids.

Most people don’t know that in 1962 Bob founded Chicken Palace on University Avenue. The business is still in operation today. He and Milly were proprietors of Feeney Insurance Agency until their retirement in 1992. He was a founding member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians Dubuque County Division 2 and active in Knights of Columbus, Serra Club, American Legion, and Dubuque South End Club. He was a volunteer at the Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium from its opening in 2003 until 2020. Bob was also the “keeper of the jar.”

He traveled extensively, especially in his later years. Ireland, the Baltic States, Quebec, Cuba, and Las Vegas were the highlights of his travels.

Bob is survived by his children, Linda (Karl) Burmester of DeWitt; Connie (Mark) Smith of West Union; Joe (Mary Jo) Feeney of Shadow Hills, California; and Jan (Todd) Feeney-Taylor of Champaign, Illinois; nine grandchildren, Jesse (Stephanie) Smith, Jeremy Smith, Lauren Smith (Ian Vigil), Aimee Burmester (John Roy), Erin (Zac) Litzau, Patrick (Katey) Burmester, Becky (Michael) Tonkin, Jen (Patrick) Mooney  and Matthew (Lauren Gronna) Feeney; six great grandchildren, many doting nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Milly; his parents, William and Mary Rose; his son Don; and his eight siblings: Gerald, Harold, Joe, Mary Catherine, Loras, Tom, Bill and Paul.

Bob loved his family; his country; his Packers, White Sox and Hawkeyes; and God. The family wishes to thank the kind staff at MercyOne Hospital, Eagle Pointe Place assisted living facility and Stonehill Care Center.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established.

Sister Monica McMahon

Sister Monica (Chabanel) McMahon, OSF, 84, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Clare House in Dubuque.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, 2022. Masks will be required. Guests unable to attend may participate via livestream at: www.youtube.com/dubuquefranciscans. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Monica, daughter of the late Albert and Marie (Sullivan) McMahon, was born February 28, 1938 in Maquoketa, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Aloysius Church, Bernard, Iowa. She entered the Sisters of St. Francis in Dubuque from St. Aloysius on August 25, 1956. She was received with the name Sister Mary Chabanel on August 12, 1957 and made her final profession of vows on August 12, 1962.

Sister received her BS in respiratory therapy from Briar Cliff College, Sioux City, Iowa. She ministered in Iowa at LeMars, Sacred Heart and Xavier Hospital in Dubuque. She also ministered in Kansas at Emporia and Wichita; Minnesota at Rochester and Stewartville, and in Wisconsin at Cuba City and Racine.

Sister is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Lou McMahon, nieces, nephews, and her Franciscan sisters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Arlene Fuller; and brothers, Daniel and Robert McMahon.

Memorials may be given to the Sisters of St. Francis, Dubuque.

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

Mary L. Frey

Mary Louise Frey, age 59, of Scales Mound, IL passed away on April 6, 2022. Funeral service will be 7 PM, Friday, April 22, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may gather after 5 pm until the time of service. Burial will be at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Mary Louise (Speder) Frey was born in Oak Park, IL on July 1, 1962, to Andrew and Ruth-Marie Speder of Villa Park. She graduated in 1980 from Willowbrook High School, Villa Park. Mary had a gift for and enjoyed growing plants and flowers, so after high school, she attended and graduated from DuPage Horticultural School in West Chicago. While studying there Mary interned at several area commercial greenhouses. Also, while at college she met her future husband, Thomas Frey. She and Tom were married on September 25, 1988, in St. Charles, IL, and together started their own business, Circle D Greenhouses, Hampshire, IL. In addition to her love of plants and flowers, Mary enjoyed cooking and baking, especially for her family. She was a lover of animals, especially dogs. Her beloved dog Zero was her most recent loyal companion and very special to her.

Mary is survived by her former husband, Thomas Frey of Galena; son, Aaron Frey of Scales Mound and his children Abigail, Lily, and James; daughter Christine (Scott) Honerbaum of Elizabeth and their children Orion and Everly; her siblings Nancy (John) Svoboda of Omaha, NE, Andrew (Annie) Speder of Gastonia, NC, and William (Lauren) Speder of Glen Ellyn, IL, many friends, nephews, a niece, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorials may be directed to Dubuque Regional Humane Society, 4242 Chavenelle Road, Dubuque IA 52002 in loving memory of Mary.

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

Daniel J. Scharpf

Daniel J. Scharpf, 63, of Galena passed away at home on Friday, March 25, 2022. Funeral service will be 11:30 AM, Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may gather after 10 AM until the time of service. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Galena. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Daniel was born in Dubuque, Iowa on August 5, 1958, the son of Robert W. and Viola C. (Hilby) Scharpf. He graduated from Galena High School with the class of 1977. Dan was employed at A & B Steel in Elizabeth for several years. He also worked for Lawrence Ihm Masonry for a short time. Dan was employed by Ron Berlage Construction from 1989 to 2009. He also farmed with his dad and later with his brother John. Most recently he worked part-time for Jon Cook. He enjoyed deer hunting every year with the Shuey, Oldenburg, and Cook groups. His hobby was watching Nascar racing on TV. He also enjoyed making the trip every year to Michigan Speedway for several years and attending the Brickyard 400 in Indianapolis. He enjoyed attending the races on Friday night at the Farley Speedway.

He is survived by his two sisters: Donna Berlage of Galena and Deb (Bob) Manders of Cedar Rapids, IA, one nephew: Andy Berlage and three nieces: Katharine, Sarah, and Emily Manders and his aunts and uncles, and cousins. He is also survived by his faithful dog, Daisy, who was always by his side on the farm.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother John Scharpf, and his brother-in-law Ron Berlage.

Online condolences maybe left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Dolores L. Reinert

Dolores L. Reinert, 89, of Dubuque, IA, passed away Sunday April 10, 2022, at Stonehill Care Center.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Fr. Steven Garner officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 15, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

Dolores was born July 22, 1932, in Balltown, Iowa, daughter of Victor and Margaret (Heber) Bleile.  Dolores was raised on the family farm in Balltown and attended St. Francis of Assisi School.  As a young woman she worked for several dry cleaners in Dubuque. In later years she was a member of the Holy Ghost Parish quilting club.

She married Charles A. Reinert on June 14, 1958 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Balltown, Iowa.  They became proud parents to Margaret “Dolly”, in 1964. Dolores enjoyed the simple things in life playing bingo and cards, taking walks, gardening, sewing, quilting, crocheting, and embroidering.  She also enjoyed taking care of her many nieces and nephews throughout her life.

Dolores was devoted to her family and always enjoyed spending time with them.  Those left behind to cherish her memory include her daughter Margaret (Nick) McGrath; grandson Nicholas and granddaughter Jessica all of Dubuque, IA.  Her siblings Cletus (Sally) Bleile; Margaret Heiderscheit; and sisters-in-law Betty Barth and Marie Bleile, all of Dubuque, her siblings-in-law Bernard (Lori) Reinert, St Louis, MO; Frank (Beverly) Reinert Dubuque, IA; Peter (Betty) Reinert, Hazel Green, WI; Catherine Orman, San Rafael, CA; and Molly Murray, Olney, IL and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and parent-in-laws Joseph and Ida Reinert; and siblings Delbert Bleile; Raphael (Anna Mae) Bleile; Leon Bleile and brother-in-law Ken Heiderscheit.  Her sibling-in-laws John (Margie) Reinert; Mary (Paul) Noesen; Sr Clare Reinert; Tony (Pauley) Reinert; Herman Reinert; Lucy (Ken) Donovan; Raphael (Glenda) Reinert; Joe (Karel) Reinert; Stan Orman and Mike Murray; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express sincere gratitude and appreciation to the staff of Stonehill who provided loving care to Dolores and her family.  They would also like to thank Hospice of Dubuque for their care and comfort provided to Dolores for the last several months of her life.

Karrianne J. Reinert

Karrianne Jane Reinert, 49, of De Pere, Wisconsin, formerly of Dubuque, passed away at home on April 7th, 2022.

 A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 13th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd, where a funeral service will be held at 6:00 p.m.

 Karrianne was born in Dubuque, IA on January 17th, 1973, the daughter of Joseph G. and Karel J. (Harry) Reinert.

 Karrianne enjoyed giving to others. She loved her dogs, Millie Jo, Mattie, and Mollie. She enjoyed cross stitching, quilting, embroidery, and baking with her mother.

 She is survived by her best friend Beth Temple; her two brothers Michael J. Reinert, and David G. Reinert; her nephews Adam J. Reinert (Ziola Moostark) and their two children Kaisia Sakiy Moon, and Starleigha Eclipse Moon, and Andrew R. Reinert, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

 She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Karel Reinert, and her dog JoJo.

Cornelia Sammon

Cornelia “Ne” Sammon, 87 of Galena, IL passed away Friday, April 8, 2022, at Manor Care, Dubuque, IA. Funeral service will be 11 AM, Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena, IL. Friends may call from 5 to 8 PM, Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Galena.

Cornelia (Ne) Sammon was born in Lake Forest, Illinois on January 14, 1935.  Ne graduated from Lake Forest Highschool in Lake Forest, Illinois.  She was married to James (Jim) Sammon on January 7, 1956 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lake Forest, Illinois.  Jim passed away on September 4, 2007.  After raising her children, Ne went to work as a Data Entry Supervisor at American Hospital Supply/Baxter for 15+ years where she won many awards including the 1991 PRO Award for her hard work and dedication.  Ne spent most of her retirement days shopping on QVC – her entire family were recipients of many packages on their doorstep which they all loved.  Her passion in life was not only her children but also her grandchildren as well. They meant the world to her, warmed her heart, and made her smile. Ne’s hobbies were reading and doing word searches (better known as “circle books” by Ne) and building her cardinal collection.  One of her favorite hobbies was shopping with her husband and bestfriend, Jim, which they did often. Together, Jim and Ne enjoyed decorating for every holiday, making their home look like something you would see in a Hallmark movie. She also found much enjoyment during any free time she had to do ceramics and needle point. Ne was incredibly loving, kindhearted, generous, strong, and a humble person who was loved by all who knew her.  She was the most amazing Mom who loved with all her heart and was always there to offer love and guidance for her children and grandchildren.  Spending time with her family was the most important thing in her life.

Survived by her children,  Mary Cord, Bob Sammon (Dana),  Judy Verwijst (Anton); grandchildren: John Cord (Tammy), Matthew Junius (Lindsay), Patrick (Caitlyn) Junius, Megan Junius (Rob), Brandon Verwijst (Norie), Justin Verwijst (Emily), Collin Verwijst, Brittany Sammon, Edward James; 13 great grandchildren and one on the way. As well as two very special little girls, McKenzie and Isabella

Cornelia was preceded in death by her mother, Maryann Brofka, her father, Edward Brofka, her husband, James Sammon.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to: Shriners Children’s Hospital or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

The family would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to Bill and Nancy Leitzinger for all their help, support, and love they gave Ne. You hold a special place in ours and Ne’s heart

The family would also like to extend an extra special thank you to nurse Alex of ProMedica (Manor Care).

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Betty Jean Budde

Betty Jean (Putman) Budde, 89, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2022.  Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.  Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.

Funeral Mass will be live streamed on the St. Joseph Bellevue – Sts. Peter & Paul Springbrook Facebook page, on their You Tube Channel, and on Bellevue Cable TV.

Betty was born, August 7, 1932, the daughter of John C. and Anna E. (Lingtgen) Putman.  She married Thomas Charles Budde on December 31, 1961, he passed on July 22, 2006.  Betty worked for a short time after marrying Tom, and shortly after she was a homemaker and raising her family.  She cherished time spent with all her family, dancing in her younger years, camping, evening drives with her husband, and watching the river.  She was known for her love of babies, children, and Elvis songs, and for her famous buttered popcorn and cherry cheesecakes.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Vickie Putman, Kathy (Keith) Boesenberg, James (Wendy) Budde, and Debbie (Chuck) Budde-Bandy; 19 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter, Sherri Michels; a daughter in-law, Barb Budde; she was the last surviving of all her siblings, Irene, Grace, Raymond, David, John, Richard, Floyd, Margarite, Myrtle, and Dorothy.

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

Daniel P. Burchfield

Daniel P. Burchfield, age 50, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on April 6, 2022, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Daniel’s life, a Celebration BBQ will be held in June for his family and friends to gather in fellowship, food, and the memories which Daniel leaves behind.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Daniel’s family.

Daniel was born on June 5, 1971, in Abington, PA, a son to Patrick and Patsy (Johnson) Burchfield.  Daniel grew up with a love for family and friends being instilled firmly from a very young age.  He eventually made his way to Dubuque and after meeting his soul-mate, Carly Maskal, they were able to blend their families into one beautiful family and spend many wonderful years together.  His love and devotion for his wife, children, and grandchildren was continually on display for all to see.  In his early years, Daniel enjoyed working on cars and made a career out of it, but eventually his love for computers and technology drew him into the IT industry where he was able to invest almost 20 years perfecting his craft, with the last 5 years at the Molo Companies before his battle with cancer overtook his days.  Daniel was also a man who enjoyed his free-time and choose to use it wisely in all aspects of life.  His love for guitar and drums brought him many hours of joy, but you could also find him regularly practicing at the Dubuque Karate Club where he faithfully devoted his time and talents until his black belt was finally awarded with honor.  Daniel also enjoyed anytime he could spend with his family, with their home often full of children and camping trips being among their favorite activities together.  It’s with undeniably and tragically broken hearts that we must say farewell for now to our beloved Daniel.  His stubborn streak and sassy sense of humor fought as long and hard as they could, but the Lord has decided that He wanted Daniel with Him more than we needed Daniel with us.  In time we hope to understand this reality, but for now we will simply face the difficult days ahead with the abundance of wonderful memories he has left behind for us to treasure until we see his fun-loving smile once again.  Thank you, Daniel, for living life with a never surrender attitude and may peace from your earthly battles be yours, while prayers for strength and healing are ours.  We will love and miss you more than you could ever know!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Daniel include,

his loving wife,
Carly Burchfield, Dubuque, IA;

his 6 adored children,
Daniel (Shampree Fritz) Burchfield, San Diego, CA,
Shannon Burchfield, Dubuque, IA,
Samantha (Brandon Kohl) Stevens, Coralville, IA,
Alex (Katie) Stevens, Dubuque, IA,
Sean Burchfield, Chicago, IL,
and Keelin Burchfield, Chicago, IL;

his 5 grandchildren,
Riley Stevens, Isabella Stevens, Asher Stevens, Haven Stevens, and Ellie Kohl;

his parents,
Patrick and Patsy Burchfield;

his siblings,
Otis Bishop and Delane Battles;

along with numerous extended family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers.

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

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

John J. Plein

John J. Plein, age 78, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on April 7, 2022, at Ennoble Nursing and Rehabilitation.  To honor John’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving John’s family.

John was born on May 4, 1943, in Dubuque, IA, a son to Sylvester and Frances (Fah) Plein.  He eventually met and married his true love, JoAnne Carr, and the two enjoyed many years together and were blessed with one daughter before JoAnne was sadly called home ahead of him.  John was as diligent a worker as he was an outdoorsman.  He devoted many of his working hours helping those in need at Sunnycrest Manor before moving into the Walgreen’s cafeteria at the Kennedy Mall for a few years.  He also found a way to earn his pay while being outside with American Tree Service and Lyon’s Tree Service for some time.  John’s last employment before health issues became a difficult reality for him was with Midland Security where he proudly worked as a security guard until he could no longer manage his tasks at hand.  It was difficult to watch John move into a state of needing more medical care as he was always on the go.  Fishing and hunting were among his favorites, but anything he could find to spend time doing outside was always his favorite option for the day.  Even feeding the birds and animals was discovered to bring John all the contentment he needed.  When indoors, John was almost always going to be found sitting at his Hamm radio catching up with his friends across the globe.  He was a faithful member of the Great River Amateur Radio Club and enjoyed every opportunity to sit and visit with his fellow enthusiasts over breakfast at the Sunshine Restaurant.  We are going to miss John’s outgoing and lively personality in our lives moving forward, but are surely grateful for the memories which we will still continue to lean on through the difficult days ahead.  Thank you, John, for always being the man we needed you to be when you still could and may the Lord keep you safe and healthy in His loving arms until we see you again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of John’s include,

his daughter,
Amy Plein, Platteville, WI;

his granddaughters,
Crystal Berning,
and Jessica Turtscher, both of Platteville, WI;

his brother,
Ronnie Plein, Cedar Rapids, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

John was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife, JoAnne Plein.

John’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Ennoble Manor and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

W. Dan Pinion

W. Dan Pinion was born William Dale Pinion on February 29, 1952, the eighth child to Joseph Lee Pinion and Vadow Vonniece (Tucker) Pinion in Lambert, Mississippi. He was a 1970 graduate from Genoa-Kingston High School in Genoa, Illinois and received his Bachelor of Science in Art Education degree from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois in 1976. In 1981, he was awarded his Master of Art degree from Northern Illinois University in Studio Art and Art Education and continued post-graduate work in studio art from Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa.

His teaching career in Art began in the Leland School District, Leland, Illinois. He also taught Art at Sycamore High School in Sycamore, Illinois, then moved to Freeport, Illinois where he was employed as the Art Teacher and Drama coach in the Orangeville Jr.-Sr. High School District. While in Freeport, he met and married the love of his life, Sarah Pragman, on October 24, 1981. The family moved to Iowa in 1988, where he continued teaching as a substitute teacher, with a year spent teaching K-12 Art in the Sentral-Burt School District in Fenton, Iowa. A move to Knoxville, Iowa brought about another stint of substitute teaching in area schools until 1995 when the family moved to the Maquoketa, Iowa area. Dan taught K-6 Art for two years in the Delwood school district until he accepted the position of High School Art educator at Maquoketa High School. He retired from teaching in 2011 and was excited to reopen his own art studio.

Dan was an artist who exhibited his work from coast to coast in the United States, with several solo and group shows in the Soho and Chelsea districts of Manhattan, New York City. He was a member of the National Figure Art Association, the National Watercolour Society, First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, and a former member of the National Education Association. His passion for the Visual and Performing Arts was easily transferred to his students during his teaching career, and he was tremendously rewarded with the performance of his students.

Preceding him in death were his parents, two nieces, Samantha Davis and Tracey Brooks; two nephews, Shane Davis and Steven Carr; four brothers, Joseph Jr., Dillard, Shannon, and David; two sisters, Polly Joyce O’Bryant, and Sybil Carr; and a great niece, Brittney Underwood. Also preceding him were a brother-in-law, Cordell Davis, and a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dale and Genevera Johnson and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, the Rev. Herbert and Esther Pragman.

His survivors include his wife, Sarah, three sons, Patrick (Jeanette), Nathan A. (Dawn), and Jacob (Amber); one daughter, Rachel (Tom) Keleher, two brothers, Victor, and Eric, and one sister, Patricia Davis,  numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and thirteen grandchildren: Jackson, Alison, Makenzie, Jordan, Ryleigh, Brooklyn, Marie, Dallas, Caleb, Addyson, Connor, Payton, and Harper who always answered to Papa’s calls of Jo-Bob, Bertha, Gladys, Jo-Jo, Lucy, New York, Gertrude, Cowboy, Gomer, Princess Fred, Cletus, Etta Mae, and Harpsichordalulu.  As was his nature, he bestowed nicknames on each and every one of them, as well as many students throughout his years of teaching.

A funeral service celebrating his life will be held at 11 A.M., Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M., Tuesday, April 12, 2022 at Ohnward Fine Arts Center in Maquoketa.  Burial will be at Bridgeport Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, at a later date.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to Ohnward Fine Arts Center or Hospice of Jackson County.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Kelly Kohl

Kelly Kohl, 54, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on April 3, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting with arrangements.

Kelly was born on March 26, 1968, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of William Oglesby Sr. and Patricia (Clancy) Schnee. She married Donald Kohl on July 12, 1984, in Dubuque. He preceded her in death.

She was a people person and enjoyed working with the public. Her favorite place of employment was KC’s Downtown Auto, where she worked as a cashier. She loved spending time with her family (especially her 11 grandkids) and friends. She enjoyed cooking on the grill, camping, joy riding, listening to music around the campfire, and spending time with her dogs.

Kelly is survived by her four daughters Amber Kohl of Bellevue, Andrea Lange of Bellevue, Alyssa Kohl of Bellevue, and Akayla (Michael Jones) Kohl of Dubuque, nephew (but was like a son) Dakota Oglesby of Cascade, sisters Marie (Dennis) Schumacher of Bellevue and Ronda (Josh) Fondell of Bellevue, brother William Oglesby Jr. of Dubuque, brothers-in-law Bruse (Natalie) Peterson, Jeffery Kohl, and Dallas Kohl, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Donald, son-in-law Nicholas “Ace” Lange Sr., parents William and Patricia, brothers-in-law Charles “Chucky” Kohl, Richard Kohl, and Larry Kohl.

Thank you to the Bellevue EMS, Finley Hospital, University of Iowa, Compassus Hospice Iowa City, and family and friends.