Obituaries Archive

Steven C. Hute

Steven C. Hute, 67, of Davenport, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, March 29, 2022, at Genesid Medical Center, East Campus in Davenport, Iowa.

Arrangements are under the care of the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.

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

Ken Zaug

Ken Zaug, 54, of Dubuque, died Thursday, March 31, 2022, in Dubuque.

Visitation for Ken will be from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm Thursday, April 7, 2022 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Ken was born August 1, 1967, in Waterloo, IA, the son of James and Donna Jungers Zaug.

He attended Hempstead High School.

Ken had worked for several local manufacturers, including Georgia Pacific/Color-Box, Quebecor, and Andersen Windows and Doors for the past ten years.

He was very proud of his high-quality audio and video equipment. He collected movies, first on VHS and then on DVD, and loved music, especially classic rock. He enjoyed outdoor walks and was known to jump into his car for spontaneous road trips. Family was his number one priority and he was very close to his nieces and nephews.

Survivors include one sister, Cathy (Steve) Korman of Dubuque; one brother, Dan (Janelle) Zaug of Clive, IA; one brother-in-law, Mark Kintzle of Dubuque; eight nieces and nephews, Andy Korman, Stacy (Jamie) Long, Rob (Samantha) Korman, Brandon (Sarah) Zaug, Brett Zaug, Abby Zaug, Jeremy (Kelly) Foht, and Lee Foht; 11 great-nieces and nephews; and his best friend, Teri Noel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Christina Kintzle.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

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

Jamison K. Daniel

Jamison K. Daniel, 49, passed away Monday, March 21, 2022, in Dubuque, Iowa. Jamison was born May 25, 1972, son of Gary and Deborah (Johnson) Daniel.

There will be a gathering from noon to 2 pm, Wednesday, April 6, at Hills and Dales, 1011 Davis, to celebrate the life of Jamison.

He is survived by his parents, brother, Joshua (Heather) Daniel of Calamus, Iowa, and sister, Jessica (Dan) Clark of Bettendorf, Iowa.  He was uncle to Caitlyn and Jason Daniel, Ty and Kaydan Clark, in addition to having many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He lived at Hills and Dales for 41 years and has had many loving family members there throughout his life.

Memorials may be made to Hills and Dales.

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

Betty J. Gotz

Betty Jane Gotz, 97, of Moline, IL, passed away at the River Crossing Nursing Home on March 30, 2022.

Survivors include her two sons; Joseph (Irene) Gotz, Moline, IL, Richard (Mary) Gotz, Dubuque, IA; two grandchildren and a great grandchild. She is preceded in death by her husband, Wilmer (Bill) Gotz, and brother, Milas Hicks, and sister, Mary Lou Haynes.

Betty was born at home on October 22, 1924, in Galva, IL, the daughter of Charles and Irene Hicks (Gibbs).  She grew up in Toulon, IL where her father had a barbershop.  Betty met her husband Bill at John Deere Tractor works in Dubuque, Iowa, where they both worked after World War II.  They married on June 19, 1949.  After their marriage she discontinued secular work to focus on her role as housewife and mother caring for her two sons.

Betty and her husband Bill lived in Dubuque, IA, for most of their married life, although during their later years they wintered near Immokalee, FL.  They also lived for some 16 years in Thibodeaux, LA, where Betty became known as an excellent cook.  The many friends she and her husband had were always welcome to enjoy her meals which she took pleasure in preparing.

A turning point came in her life when she studied the Bible and became one of Jehovah’s Witnesses in 1972. She was a member of the Moline, IL Congregation when she died, and was known for her spiritual outlook on life and as a devoted reader of the Bible for 50 years.

A service for family and friends will be held via Zoom given by James Martinolich of Schriever, LA.

Catherine A. Brandel

Catherine A. “Kate” (Lewis) Brandel, age 78, of Dubuque, passed away at 10:00 p.m., on Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Bethany Home.  To celebrate Kate’s life, family and friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Monday, April 4, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery at a later date following cremation.

Kate was born on March 15, 1944, in Ft. Sumner, New Mexico, daughter of William and Alice (Fleege) Lewis.

Kate graduated from Wahlert High School in 1962, and proudly began her working career as a telephone operator in East Dubuque.  Later, she would put her talents to good use as a Para Professional Assistant to the nurses in the Dubuque Community School District, from 1979 until her retirement in 2008.  She was united in marriage to Donald Brandel on September 23, 1967.  Kate and Don celebrated 53 years of marriage together before he sadly passed away on May 11, 2021.  Kate was always one to keep busy and volunteered as a driver for DuRide.  She found great fulfillment doing this and has driven several hours throughout the years helping those who needed her.  Kate always kept a busy social schedule.  She loved spending time with her family and friends, especially the grandchildren.  She also liked going to the theater to watch movies, and “playing cards” with her fellow card club members was one of her favorite activities.  When she wasn’t on the go, Kate enjoyed listening to jazz music, playing computer games and watching a little TV.  Kate was a wonderful wife, mom, grandma, sister and friend who was a great example of giving of yourself to help others.  She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish Kate’s memory include

her children,
Ann Brandel, Dubuque, IA
and Dean (Lisa) Brandel, Bettendorf, IA;

3 grandchildren,
Christopher (Kortnie) Poynter and Emma and Ava Brandel;

2 great-granddaughters,
Myla and Murphie Poynter;

her siblings,
Paul (Ann) Lewis, Broadhead, WI,
Helen (Denny) Dorr, Davenport, IA
and Moni (John) Quinn, Hazel Green, WI;

2 sisters-in-law,
Virginia Lewis, Phoenix, AZ
and Darlene “Dolly” Brandel, Dubuque, IA;

and a brother-in-law,
Richard “Dick” (Alvera) Brandel, East Dubuque, IL.

Kate was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald Brandel, a sister, Celia (Monk) Monahan; and a brother, Robert Lewis.

Kate’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Bethany Home for all of the outstanding care they have provided for Kate.

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

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

William Nolan

William “Bill” Nolan, 87, of Key West passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, April 1st, 2022.

Visitation will be Sunday, April 3rd, 2022, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with a private family wake service at 12:45 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 4th, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Key West Church with Father Rodney Allers and Deacon Roger Klaas officiating. Entombment will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery with military honors accorded by the Iowa Army National Guard.

Bill was born July 29, 1934, son of John and Frances Nolan.  He married Rosemary Theisen on May 3, 1958, at Holy Cross Catholic Church.

He graduated from Loras Academy in 1952 and served in the US Army as a cook from 1952-1954 and since then, he never cooked another meal in his life.

He worked at the Dubuque Pack for 46 years and farmed on his family farm since 1973 when his parents moved to town.  He passed the love of farming and horses to his children and grandchildren.

He was a lifetime member of the Dubuque County Saddle Club, Former trustee and member of St. Joseph’s Key West where he also served as usher and an original member of the “Know It All Club”.

Surviving is his wife, Rosemary just shy of 64 years of marriage; their children Vicky (Mark) Banwarth, Laura (Duane) Meyer, Bob (Sue) Nolan, John (Sue Ellen) Nolan and Pat (Tracy) Nolan. He was blessed with twelve grandchildren who he loved dearly, Nick (Taylor Schaefers) and Maggie Banwarth (Dalton Kramer), Matt and Lexie Meyer, Mitchell and Annie Meyer and Spencer Meyer, Tess Nolan, Ellen Nolan, Katie and Laverne Yoder, Emily and Scott Janiszeski, Brandon Schueler, Jacob and Ryan Nolan.  He has three great grandchildren, Carter Janiszeski, Peyton Schueler and Shiloh Meyer.

Also surviving are his siblings Anita Kehoe, Betty Libansky, Jody and Lynn Vorbrich and Rick and Sharon Nolan, his sisters-in-law Helen and Roger Klaas and Ceil Maiers and many nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents John and Frances Nolan, his sister Patricia Heins, brothers-in-law Jack Kehoe, Fran Libansky, Lloyd Heins, Clarence and Emmett (Mable) Maiers, mother and father-in-law Matt and Mary Theisen,

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Joseph’s Key West church.

Thank you to Judy and Larry Hayes for being great, lifelong neighbors and Hospice of Dubuque, especially Melanie, Jen and Stephanie.

He will always be our special “Hell Bent for Heaven”, Dad and Grandpa

Michael O. McGuire

Michael Owen McGuire, 83, of Galena, IL was welcomed home by our Lord and Savior on March 29, 2022. He spent the final years and days of his life surrounded by his loving family and friends. A gathering will be held from 1 to 3 PM, Sunday, April 10, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. Burial will be at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Michael was born on March 5, 1939, in Vinegar Hill. He was the son of William Darby and Mary (Sullivan) McGuire, brother to Mary Rose Ernzen. Michael’s family moved to Galena when he was young, which is where he married Sharon Ann McGuire on November 25, 1960. Together, they lived in Galena and raised their four children. Michael loved to drive and travel, which led to him driving semi-trucks with RUAN Transport and Milligan Bros. Transportation for over 50 years. He was a proud member of Teamsters Local 421 for thirty-nine years, thirteen of which he served as Vice President and collected various stories that he would share with others throughout his life. Michael enjoyed being outside in the sun, mowing the lawn and burning things, listening to country music, spending time with his family or friends, and fixing old cars. His pets and the Green Bay Packers also had a special place in his heart.

Michael is survived by three children, a daughter, Debra (William) Bennett, two sons, Scott and Timothy McGuire, five grandchildren; Shannon Thompson, Bryan (Lauren) Loonsfoot, Laken (Aaron) Jacobs, and Annie and Matthew McGuire, as well as four great-grandchildren; Gage and Janie Thompson, and Zayden and Emry Loonsfoot, a brother-in-law, Kenny Olson, three sisters-in-law; Nancy White, Leanne Gaulke, and Cheryl Schuckert, several cousins, nieces, and nephews, as well as his beloved pets; Cocoa and Lucky.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his caring wife, a son, Patrick, a great-grandson, Lium Thompson, his sister, mother and father-in-law, Leo (Ann) Greene, four brothers-in-law: Jeffrey Greene, Ron Gaulke, Skip Schuckert and Alfred Enzen, sister-in-law, Patricia Olson, great-niece, Keanah Bates, and his furry companions, Shorty and Brandy.

A special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque for their tremendous help. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Kathryn M. Korte

Kathryn Mae Korte, 88, of Eau Claire, WI, and formerly of Galena, IL, died March 27, 2022, at Heritage Assisted Living in Eau Claire. A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM, Friday, April 1, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena. Visitation will take place at the church one hour prior to the mass. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Galena. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

She was born in Montevideo, MN on January 18, 1934, to Stanley and Clara Anderson. She was raised in Montevideo with her three siblings and graduated from Montevideo High School in the Class of 1952. Kathy met the love of her life, Robert Korte from Galena whose parents had moved to Montevideo during his time in the service. Kathy and Bob were married in Montevideo on June 20, 1953. After living in Minneapolis for a short time, they moved to Eau Claire in 1955. Kathy enjoyed a long career working in insurance sales with Insurance Associates of Eau Claire and was their first office manager. She also trained office staff in other locations. She was a long-time member of St. Olaf’s Catholic Church in Eau Claire, served as church secretary, and sang in the church choir. Kathy was active in a number of organizations including the Parrish Council of Catholic Women, American Business Women’s Association, and Catholic Daughters of the Americas #572. She also volunteered as a Camp Fire Girl leader, Cub Scout den mother, the Galena Hospital Gift Shop, and was a proud member of the Galena VFW Auxiliary. Kathy was well known for baking numerous and delicious apple pies, made with apples sliced by her skillful assistant and husband, Bob. Kathy and Bob enjoyed card clubs, trips to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, playing golf, with their many friends, and spending time with family. Kathy and Bob loved, and always maintained strong ties to, his Galena background. Kathy and Bob owned the old Spring Creek School on Blackjack Road and used it as a summer cottage for several years. Following their retirement, they remodeled and converted “the cottage” into a year-round home and moved there permanently. They later moved to a condominium on Shadow Bluff Drive in Galena before moving back to Eau Claire in 2018.

Her survivors include a daughter, Vicki (Mark) Hagen; sons, Roy Korte (Donna Lee) and Terry (Charo) Korte; grandsons, Derek Hagen, David Korte, and Adam Korte; granddaughter, Marissa Korte (Mark Hutchinson); a sister, Carol (Gordon) Pitt; a brother-in-law, Donald (Peg) Korte; sister-in-law, Carol (Max) Hinde; daughter-in-Law, Kathy Osvat; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bob in 2021, brother, Gerald Anderson; sister, Shirley Parke; father and mother-in-law, Roy and Gen Korte; brothers-in-law, Kent Knutson, James Parke, and Stanley Marrs; and sisters-in-law, Barbara Anderson and Jean Marrs. Special thanks to the fantastic staff at Heritage Assisted Living for their wonderful and dedicated care, especially to Erin and Ceili.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Carrie A. Anderson

Carrie A. Anderson, age 39, of East Dubuque, IL, completed her earthly journey on March 27, 2022, at home while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Carrie’s life, her Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., on Monday, April 4, 2022, in the Northwoods Room at the Stoney Creek Inn, 940 Galena Square Drive in Galena, IL.  Her memorial service will be held at 4 pm, with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Carrie’s family.

Carrie was born on October 3, 1982, in Anaheim, CA, a daughter to Warren R. and Colleen M. (Merritt) Anderson-McClaren.  She spent many years in California before eventually following her heart to East Dubuque to be with her one and only, Patrick Roos-Barlow.  As their love blossomed and grew, a new challenge would sadly be discovered 3 years ago; ovarian cancer.  Carrie fought a brave and courageous battle until the very end and never allowed her tender, joyful, and patient spirit to be discouraged or disrupted.  Carrie earned her Associates degree in Graphic Design at NICC, and her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of Dubuque.  She was currently working in the bakery at Hy-Vee and valued her many friends and co-workers there.  When Carrie wasn’t at work you could easily find her researching her next Sailor Moon figurine to add to her vast collection, or even a new Pokemon when the mood struck her.  She also enjoyed working on her computer and gaming, but honestly, some of her greatest joys were found in the time she was able to share her love with the pets in her life.  Dogs and cats alike were all welcomed in Carrie’s lap and none ever left feeling unloved.  It’s difficult to describe the heartache that losing Carrie has brought into so many lives today.  Her love was larger than life and her gentle spirit never met a challenge it couldn’t overcome.  We will miss Carrie more than words could ever accurately describe and we pray that she is resting in eternal perfection from her earthly struggles now and only waiting patiently for us to join her again in time.  Thank you, Carrie, for being the positive force throughout so many days while you were here among us and we will never forget your contagious smile and surely miss sharing our lives together.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Carrie include,

her mother,
Colleen McClaren, Wellington, FL;

her fiancé,
Patrick Roos-Barlow, East Dubuque, IL;

her siblings,
Eric Anderson, Hawaiian Gardens, CA,
Cheryl Galan-Anderson, Hawaiian Gardens, CA,
Donny (LeAnne) McClaren, West Palm, FL,
and Danny (Rebecca) McClaren, San Bernadino, CA;

her in-law’s,
Grant and C. Diane Barlow, East Dubuque, IL;

her brother and sister-in-law,
Kristan Barlow, East Dubuque, IL,
Andrew Barlow, East Dubuque, IL;

her favorite fur babies,
Lexi, Romy, and Max;

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

Carrie was preceded in death by her father, Warren Anderson; her uncle, Arnie; her aunts, Carol, Maureen, and Barbara; and her grandparents.

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

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

Ruth A. Lehmann

Ruth A. Lehmann, 72 of Peosta, Iowa passed away Sunday, March 27, 2022 at her home surrounded by loved ones.

A Private visitation for Ruth will be held at the Reiff Funeral Home in Peosta, Iowa.

Mass of Christian burial will be held for Ruth at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Peosta, Iowa, with Rev. Michael Schueller presiding. Burial will be held in St. John’s Cemetery in Centralia, Iowa.

She was born December 18, 1949 in Cascade, Iowa daughter of Peter and Sarah (Johnson) Then.  She is a graduate of the former St. Joseph’s High School in Farley.  On May 5, 1973 she was united in marriage to Michael Lehmann at St. John’s Catholic Church in Placid, Iowa.

Ruth enjoyed spending her time with her family, especially her grandkids.

She was a member of St. John the Baptist Parish in Peosta, Iowa.

She is survived by her husband, Mike Lehmann of Peosta; five children, Luke Lehmann and Russell Lehmann both of Bankston, Lynn (Tony) Haan of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, Jane (Jeff) Schieltz of New Vienna and Doug (Kimberly) Lehmann of Centralia; 10 grandchildren, Harper, Grayson, Calvin and Conrad Haan, Clare and Gwen Schieltz and Gavin, James, Nolan and Cora Lehmann; brothers, Jim (Linda) Then of Placid, and Phil (Janet) Then of Peosta; sisters, Jeanette (Joe) Niles and Mary Jane (Bob) Gleason all of Dyersville; Sisters-in-law, Janell , Nancy of Dyersville, Mary Kay and Judy Then all of Epworth,

She is preceded in death by her parents; five brothers, Tom, Joe, Leo, Bill and Frank Then; sisters, Alice Ament, Mildred Eklund and Sr. Gretta Then; brothers-in-law, Paul Ament and Bill Eklund; and her father and mother-in-law, Clarence and Verla Lehmann.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

The family of Ruth would especially like to thank Diane for all her dedicated care as well as the staff at Mercy One Oncology and Hospice of Dubuque for all the care and support extended to Mom and our family during her illness.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.

Kennedy R. Moser

Kennedy Ruth Moser, age 7-weeks, the newborn daughter of Ryely P. and Elizabeth N. (McGruder) Moser of Dubuque, IA, formerly of Galena, IL, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 25, 2022 at home.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, March 31, 2022 at the New South Church, 513 S. Bench St. in Galena, with Pastor Adam Mostert officiating.

Family and friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Church. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque, IL is serving the family.

Kennedy was born on February 3, 2022 at Mercy One Dubuque Medical Center.

Surviving are her parents; a sister, Ava; grandparents, Cindy Moser, Ty McGruder and Sena Perkins; great-grandparents, Jim and Marie (Ehrler) Moser, Chris and Doug Schmitz and Frank and Kathy McGruder; also by numerous aunts, uncles and great aunts and great uncles and cousins.

Kennedy was preceded in death by her grandfather, Brian Schmitz and great-great grandparents, Deloris Moser and Ruth and David Sinn.

Anna M. Clark

Anna Marie (Baguss) Clark, 93, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday, March 25th, 2022 at her home.

Anna was born on November 29, 1928 in Clarence, Iowa to Ferdinand Baguss and Lottie (Heath) Baguss. She attended schools in Monmouth, Rochester, Nashville and Maquoketa. She married Elmer Clark in 1948 and had 3 sons: Mike, Pat and Danny. She mostly talked about her time working at Clinton Engines and her ownership of Hurstville Bar and Grille, Galesburg Order Buyers and The Dairy Sweet. After retirement, she volunteered at the Maquoketa Community Services store and provided in-home care for others.

She was an avid crocheter and knitter, she enjoyed playing Bingo, visiting with family & friends, and attending her grandchildren’s events and sporting activities. The last few years of her life she enjoyed the role as grandma and great-grandma. She had an open-door policy and enjoyed gatherings in her home.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Mike (Julie) Clark of Corpus Christi, TX, Pat Clark of Eldridge, IA and Danny (Carolyn) Clark of Maquoketa, IA. She had 9 Grandchildren (Debbie, Donnie, Chuck, Ryan, Jesse, Patrick, Curtis, Katie, and Kara) and 18 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters Elaine (Cal) Hoskins and Sandy (Larry) Arensdorf, and several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings Emogene Smith, Herman Baguss, Edna Mae Phillips, Dorothy Coffin, Virginia Baguss, and Dasil Baguss.

A public visitation will be held on Monday, April 4th from 1:00pm-2:00pm. Services will be held at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa at 2:00pm. Burial will be held immediately following the service at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Online Condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com

Duane R. Clough

Duane Richard Clough, 92, of Dubuque, died Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the ManorCare Health Services in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:30 am Thursday, March 31, 2022 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Duane will be 10:30 am Thursday, March 31, 2022, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Pastor Jack Redmond officiating.  Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque with military honors rendered by the American Legion Post #6. The family respectfully requests masks to be worn.

Duane was born October 13, 1929, in McGregor, IA, the son of Clyde and Alice Hultgron Clough. On July 26, 1983, he married Donna Kay Farrey Martell in Leadmine, WI.

He was a 1948 graduate of Dubuque Senior High School.

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran.

Duane was employed at John Deere Dubuque Works and DuTrac Credit Union, where he was featured in DuTrac’s first commercial campaign.

He was a member at Tri-State Bible Church, Salvation Army, John Deere Retirees, and Past President of the Dubuque Eagles Club. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed golfing and bowling, and playing ball. He also enjoyed music and dancing, movies, dining out, and traveling.

Survivors include his wife, Donna; five children; five grandchildren; and one sister.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

The family wishes to thank Hospice of Dubuque, especially Katie G., Amy D., and Ryan, and the staff at Mercy Hospital and Manor Care for their special care for Duane while he was sick. Also, a huge thank you to all of the neighbors, friends, and relatives for the help, love, and support you have given. This will never be forgotten.

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

Irene E. Heeren

Irene E. Heeren, age 81, of Bernard, IA, completed her earthly journey on March 25, 2022, at MercyOne in Dubuque, surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Irene’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  Burial will be in the Dubuque Memorial Gardens Cemetery.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Irene’s family.

Irene was born on September 22, 1940, in Iowa City, IA.  Her parents, Victor and Effie (Cornwell) Crews raised her to have a love for her family, friends, and community that would never fail.  Irene eventually met the love of her life, George F. Heeren, and the couple was blessed with many wonderful years together and two children, Michael and Micheala “Shelly”.  In her younger years, Irene was known to spend her free-time with George at the roller rink, or out dancing and listening to the hottest bands of the day at Melody Mill.  Once the kids came along, she soon found herself bringing them along to enjoy a little roller skating as well and was lovingly known as the “Hot Rod Mama” as her ’67 Chevy was often packed full of kids when it wasn’t tearing up the streets.  Irene was a devoted Girl Scout leader and faithful member of the PTA when her children were young and her outgoing spirit and heart to help others was always on display and never outmatched.

Irene did work at a few places outside of the home, including the Dubuque Golf and Country Club, Neisner’s Department Store, and the 3 Mile House, but primarily her heart was always most content at home while surrounded by loved ones.  She always found time to enjoy the finer things in life and continually lived with balance between her family, work, and home life.  Willie Nelson could regularly be heard playing in the background, and any time that she could spend out in the flower gardens under the warm sun was considered to be a good day indeed.  If some solid downtime in the recliner was discovered throughout the busy day, any good cooking show would suffice and add even a little more joy to her life.

Irene possessed a kind and generous soul which allowed her to be such a loving caretaker to both her husband, George, and her daughter, Shelly, as health issues arose in their lives.  She was a cancer survivor herself and understood that no difficult battle in this life should ever have to be fought alone.  With the strength from the Lord when required, and a fervent prayer warrior lifestyle at her disposal, nobody she loved and cared for would ever be alone in their battle against the earthly struggles we must face at times.  It’s difficult to imagine life without Irene moving forward, but we know that her Lord and Savior has her held safely in His care now and we only wait for our eternal reunion to arrive in time.  Thank you, Irene, for being the woman you were made to be without hesitation and may peace be yours, and healing be ours, until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Irene include,

her son,
Michael (Connie) Heeren, Dubuque, IA;

her grandchildren,
Austin (Brenna) Heeren,
Tanner Heeren,
and Natasha (Sam Valentine) Heeren, all of Dubuque, IA;

her son-in-law,
Gene Moriarty;

her sister-in-law,
Dorothy Kennicker;

her nieces and nephews,
Mary Jane (Dan) Houtakker,
Mary Anne (Richard) Sherman,
John (Tassie) Crews,
Roger (Linda) Sherman,
Kevin (Lynnette) Sherman,
and Sandy (Claude “Mitch”) Miller;

her extended siblings,
Bertha Darque,
and Camille Turner;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Irene was preceded in death by her husband, George Heeren; her daughter, Micheala “Shelly” Lauer; her son-in-law, Timothy Lauer; her parents, Victor and Effie Crews and Elmer Cornwell; her brothers, Francis (Wenda) Crews and Berdette Crews; her sisters, Gertrude (Richard “Dick”) Freeman and Elmerial “Dood” (Gene) Kelly; her in-law’s, Frederick (Lena) Heeren; and her sister-in-law, Katherine Sherman-Hall.

Irene’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stonehill and Mercy Hospital for all of their professional and compassionate care.  Irene’s journey has not been easy over these last months and we are grateful for all of the wonderful care she has been given along the way to help her last days find moments of peace where and whenever possible.  Thank you and may God bless you all for your kindnesses.

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

Beverly J. Winders

Beverly Jean (Haas) Winders, 79, of Louisville, KY passed away on March 23, 2022, at Norton Audubon Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 13, 1942, in Dubuque, Iowa to Lorraine (Tinkham) Haas and William Haas. She attended Dubuque Senior High School, serving as the class treasurer during her senior year and graduated in 1960. She married her high school sweetheart Terry Winders on September 12, 1964, for 57 years. Shortly after being married, Terry and Beverly moved to the San Jose, California area where they lived for 10 years before moving to Louisville, Kentucky where she spent the remainder of her life.