Obituaries Archive

Viola C. Avery

Viola “Olie” Catherine Avery, 93, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on August 19, 2022, at Stonehill Health Center surrounded by her loving family.

No public service will be held. Private family burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque, Iowa. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is in charge of arrangements

Viola was born on July 14th, 1929, in Holy Cross, Iowa, the youngest of nine children to Edward and Catherine (Ellerbach) Hayes. She married Howard Leibfried in 1949 at Holy Cross Catholic Church and together had two sons, Richard and Dennis. Howard passed away in 1953 and Dennis preceded her in death while in the military. She married Louis Avery in 1956 at St. Columbkille’s church and together had a daughter, Jill. He also preceded her in death in 1991. Viola was employed at William C. Brown’s for 22 years until her retirement.

Olie will be remembered for many wonderful qualities, especially the fun and laughter that she brought to everyone who knew her. She will be greatly missed, but she left us all great memories.

She is survived by her son Richard (Joyce) Leibfried, daughter Jill A. (Steven) Turner, both of Dubuque, grandchildren Pam (Bob) Ludwig, Scott (Christy) Leibfried, Tim (Jenny Stewart) Turner, Travis (Sarah) Turner, and Nikki Leibfried, great grandchildren Josie, Tyler, and Maddie Leibfried, Olivia Turner, and Eden Schrack, in-laws Joan (Bob) Valentine and Daniel (Mickie) Leibfried, as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Catherine, husbands Howard and Louis, son Dennis Liebfried, and siblings Frances, Louis, Genevieve, Delia, Evalena, Clara, Clem, and Virgil.

In lieu of flowers, a Viola Avery Memorial Fund will be established.

Rita R. Ledford

Rita R. Ledford, 77, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Genesis Medical Center, East Campus in Davenport.

A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 11 A.M., Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at Faith United Methodist Church in Monmouth, Iowa.  Cremation has taken place.  A private burial will be held at a later date.  Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Rita Rozann White was born on December 5, 1944 in Baldwin, Iowa, to Clayton and Susan (Bradley) White.  She was a graduate of Baldwin High School.  She married Robert Dean Ledford Jr. on May 9, 1965 in Davenport, Iowa.  Four children were born to this union, Pam, Mike, Scott and Heather.

Rita was a homemaker and had sold Tupperware for several years.  She was a member of the Faith United Methodist Church in Monmouth where she had served in many capacities including teaching Sunday School as well as serving as the United Methodist Women State of Iowa Secretary.

She enjoyed crocheting, spending time with her family and her church.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Pam (Darwyn) Hoffmeier of Maquoketa, IA, Mike (Brenda) Ledford of Cedar Rapids, IA, Scott (Stephanie) Ledford of Granite Falls, NC, and Heather Ledford of Andrew, IA; 12 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren, and 4 step-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Robert on February 7, 2021, a brother Franz White and a sister Evelyn Doescher.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Rita R. Ledford memorial fund has been established.

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

Lowell H. Wolter

Lowell H. Wolter, age 86, of Dubuque, passed away suddenly at home on Saturday, August 20, 2022.  To celebrate Lowell’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  The family requests that all who attend come in their Black and Gold Hawkeye attire.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, August 26, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home with Deacon John Stierman officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Lowell was born on October 12, 1935, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of  Henry and Evelyn (Pfohl) Wolter.

After serving with the U.S. Army National Guard, Lowell was employed with St. Regis Paper Company and later went to work for the John Deere Dubuque Works until his well earned retirement.  He was married to Joyce Tigges on May 25, 1957, at Sacred Heart Church in Dubuque.  They were blessed with 3 children and 49 years together before she passed away on January 28, 2007.  Lowell would later meet another wonderful woman, Juanita Steichen, and they would spend the last 15 years together.  In his free time Lowell had many interests including hunting, fishing and catching turtles.  He spent countless hours in his wood shop making all kinds of beautiful pieces for his family that will be cherished for generations to come.  In recent years he enjoyed traveling extensively with Juanita across the United States and Ireland.  Lowell was also an avid sports fan, doing his best to never miss an Iowa Hawkeye game.  He liked spending time with his family and meeting up with friends at his favorite hang out, Shorty’s, in East Dubuque.  We will miss Lowell more than words can say, but find some comfort in knowing that he is now free of all of the health issues he has faced these past months.

Those left to cherish Lowell’s memory include

his children,
Gayla (Randy) Mills
and Don (Sheila) Wolter, both of Dubuque;

his grandchildren,
Nicholas, Keisha, Allissa, Cody, Rebecca and Drew;

his great-grandchildren,
Skyla, Aliese, Chayce, Hunter, Lance, Kaylee, Kaden, Lucy, Landon, Vivian, George and Leandre;

his long time companion,
Juanita Steichen, Dubuque, IA;

his daughter-in-law,
Barb Wolter, Dubuque, IA;

a grand-daughter-in-law,
Sarah Potter, Springfield, MO;

his brother-in-law,
Dick (Sandy) Tigges, Bernard, IA;

and several nieces and nephews.

Lowell was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joyce Wolter; a son, Dan Wolter; a grandson, Fenton Green; and his siblings, Raymond Wolter, Merlyn Wolter and Kathleen Wolter in infancy.

Lowell’s family would like to extend a special thanks to all of his doctors at Grand River, the 1st responders and the police officers for their compassion and kindness.

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

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

Margaret Pfeiler

Margaret “Peggy” Pfeiler, 84, of Asbury, died Saturday, August 20, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:45 am Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Peggy will be 11:00 am Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Church of the Resurrection with Father Phil Gibbs as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Asbury Cemetery in Asbury.

Margaret was born May 8, 1938, in Wabasha, MN, the daughter of Lawrence and Margaret Rahman Heilscher. On September 6, 1958, she married Ronald G. Pfeiler in Farley. He died March 24, 2019.

Peggy was a hairdresser and worked in many area school kitchens.

She was a member of Church of the Resurrection.  She was always donating her time.  She enjoyed arts and crafts, gardening, camping and fishing.

Survivors include her daughter, Stacy (Pat) Sweeney of Dubuque, and her son, Russ (Jane) Pfeiler of Sherrill; four grandchildren, Jessica (Cory) Petitgout of FL, Melissa (Todd) Krieger of Spirit Lake, Justin (Shasta) Flynn of Marion, Amy (Dan) McGovern of Peosta; 10 great grandchildren, Rilyn, Odessa, Kacey, Katelyn, Kael, Maxwell, Mason, Maggie, Griffin, and Lucee; and one sister, Donna Taft of Dubuque.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; one son, Collin “Slim” Pfeiler; and one grandson, Thadeas Howes.

A special thank you to the Asbury Community Fire Department for their promptness and kindness to Peggy.

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

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

Shannon Pins

Shannon “Stella” Pins, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 20th, 2022, at her home surrounded by those she loved.

Services will be on Friday, August 26, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church in Dubuque, IA. Visitation will be at 9:00 a.m. prior to the service. Private family burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery will take place at a later date.

Shannon was born August 25th, 1956, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Wayne and Beverly Pins. She was a 1974 graduate of Stephen Hempstead High School. Upon graduation from high school, Shannon worked at Flexsteel, and then began her 40-year career at Kmart in Dubuque in 1977. At Kmart she made many life-long friends, and proudly celebrated her 40th year upon the store’s closure in April 2017.

Shannon loved her time spent vacationing with her loyal friends, especially Pat, to warmer climates. Her favorite trips were their cruises to the Caribbean. She also enjoyed her visits with friends at Buzzy’s (The Grand Tap), and absolutely adored all of her puppies over the years. Shannon always said she had the very best of friends.

Survivors include her best friend of 45 years Pat Smith, her sister Sara (Kevin) McDonald, brother Steve (Diane) Pins, niece, and goddaughter Molly (Jay), nieces and nephews Martha (Kevin), Mike, Kristin (Kevin), Weston (Ellen), Joe (Jen), and great nieces and nephews Little Miss Hallie, Aidan, Charlotte, Beckett, Jack, and Gavin, and aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was in preceded in death by her parents Wayne and Beverly, her stepmother Selma, grandparents Martha and Joe Pins, and Bill and Nettie Noel, and her dear friend Cindy Strang.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Whispering Hope animal rescue services in Dyersville, IA.

The family would like to thank Traci from Hospice of Dubuque, and Pat and Jean, for their kind, and compassionate care of Shannon.

Online condolences for Shannon’s family and friends may be left at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

Michael V. Leibfried

Michael Victor Leibfried, 52, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, August 17, 2022.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Mike will be 10:30 am Monday, August 22, 2022, at Church of the Resurrection with Father Phil Gibbs as the Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Rickardsville. A celebration of life will be held at Neumann’s Bar & Grill, Holy Cross, immediately following the burial.

Michael was born January 17, 1970, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Kenneth L. and Patsy Cook Leibfried. On October 18, 1997, he married Vickie Jasper in Dubuque.

He was a 1988 graduate of Western Dubuque High School and 1992 graduate of Mount Mercy College.

Mike was a self-employed financial planner.

He was a member of Church of the Resurrection. He loved all sports. He played baseball for multiple decades and coached Rickardsville baseball. He was an avid Cincinnati Reds and Iowa Hawkeyes fan. He was all about family, friends, and sports.  He took extreme pride in his family.

Survivors include his wife, Vickie; his parents, Ken and Patsy Leibfried of Rickardsville, IA; his three children, Kayla Leibfried of Lakewood, CO, Ashley Leibfried of Bettendorf, IA, and Zach Leibfried of Iowa City, IA; his three siblings, Brian “BJ” (Joy) Leibfried of West Des Moines, IA, Kelly (Scott) Kalinowski of Scottsdale, AZ, and Dan (Angie) Leibfried of Urbandale, IA; his father- and mother-in-law, Bob and Martha Jasper of Dubuque; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

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 Mike’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Sandra J. McGeough

Sandra Jean “Sandy” McGeough, 80, of Andover, MN, formerly of Dubuque, died Monday, August 15, 2022, at her home.

Visitation will be from 10:30 am until 11:30 am Thursday, August 25, 2022 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

Committal services for Sandy will be 12:00 PM Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Regina Caeli Chapel, Mount Calvary Cemetery with Deacon John Stierman officiating.

Sandra was born April 2, 1942, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of William and Pearl Drexel Becker.

Sandy owned and operated her own dog breeding and grooming business. She retired to sunny Naples, FL where she spent 20 years before moving to Minnesota. She loved her dog Annabelle.

Survivors include two sons, Scott (Margie) Jungwirth of Andover, MN, and Shane McGeough of Naples, FL; two daughters, Tammy Audette of New Brighton, MN, and Roxanne (Daniel) Plumley of Holy Cross, IA; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and four brothers.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers-in-law, Gary McGeough and Don McGeough, and her former husband, Sparky McGeough.

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

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

Juanita L. Dague

Juanita L. “Neatz” Dague, 83, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm Tuesday, August 23, 2022 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. The Mass of Christian Burial for Neatz will be 10:30 am Wednesday, August 24, 2022, at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Father Steven Rosonke as the Celebrant. Burial will be at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Centralia.

Juanita was born September 22, 1938, in Centralia, IA, the daughter of John and Marcella Duschen Cavanaugh. On June 13, 1962, she married Lyle Dague at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Dubuque.

She was a 1952 graduate of St. Joseph High School in Peosta.  Neatz worked for the Dubuque Community School District in the hot lunch program.  She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. She was on a bowling league for many years and enjoyed fishing with her husband and friends. She loved playing cards, and feeding and watching hummingbirds.

Survivors include her husband, Lyle; two daughters, Carol (Dan) Regan of Peosta, IA, and Sue (Richard “Kim”) Palmer of Sageville, IA; two sons, Dean (Sharon) Dague of Asbury, IA, and Tim Dague of Dubuque; ten grandchildren, Jenaleigh (Eli) Turner, Lorlie (Gordon) Ryan, Royce (Laura) Dague, Tyler (Kyle) Dague, Andrew Palmer, Jacob Palmer, Morgan Dague, Kevin (Abby) Regan, Codi (Michael) Jasper, and Preston Dague; 14 great-grandchildren and one more on the way; one sister, Sharon Hermsen of Dyersville, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Jack, Cavanaugh, Loras Cavanaugh, and Tom Cavanaugh; three sisters, Janaan Theisen, Mary Jecklin, and Loretta Graves; and two great-granddaughters, Raylene Jellison and Jade Turner.

A memorial has been established.

The family would like to thank Dr. Healey and the ICU Nurses at MercyOne for their incredible care.

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 Neatz’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Chrissy A. Mohr

Chrissy A. Mohr, age 44, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey suddenly on August 13, 2022, at home.  To honor Chrissy’s life, a private family Celebration of Life is being held.  Burial will be in the Mount Olivet Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Chrissy’s family.

Chrissy was born on April 6, 1978, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Terrance “Terry” Roussel and Donna (Kunkel) Kara.  Chrissy was raised by her 2nd father, Jerrold “Jerry” Mohr as she began her life’s journey through childhood into adulthood.  She had a perpetual smile that was as contagious as her love for everyone around her, especially her nephews.  Chrissy was an exquisite extrovert who thoroughly enjoyed socializing and visiting with anyone who would listen.  She also had a naturally gifted artistic and decorating side which complimented her working hours with J & J Consignment and St. Vincent De Paul.  She also spent time investing her time and talents with Hy-Vee in her earlier years which helped to develop even more friendships along the way.

Chrissy had an affinity for thrifting whenever possible; she was always on the lookout for décor and crafts to feed her artistic creativity and searching for her next favorite leather jacket to add to her collection. She also had an incurable passion for her Chevy truck and a never-ending love for her dog Sammi Jo, which they were her pride and joy.  She always took the time to enjoy the finer moments in life which really counted and tried to make the most out of each day she was presented with.

Our hearts break beyond measure at the mere thought of losing our beautiful Chrissy so early in life.  Her love and light will continue to shine brightly and endlessly without our hearts and minds as we simultaneously search for some peace and understanding to reconcile her absence from our lives.  The depth of our pain is indescribable, but we trust that the Lord will keep Chrissy safe in His loving arms until we see her again.

Thank you, Chrissy, for leaving behind so many wonderful memories for us to treasure and for reminding us that each day we have together is nothing short of a miraculous gift which is never to be taken for granted.  We will miss and love you forever dear!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Chrissy include,

her mother,
Donna (Gerald) Kara; Dubuque, IA;

her fathers,
Terrance “Terry” Roussel, Dubuque, IA,
and Jerrold “Jerry” Mohr, Dubuque, IA;

her siblings,
Jeremy (Kayla) Mohr, Dubuque, IA,
and Jessica Miller, Dubuque, IA;

her grandmother’s,
Rita Mohr, Dubuque, IA,
and Clara Gaunitz, Dubuque, IA;

her half-brothers,
Joseph “Joe” Roussel, Dubuque, IA,
Timothy “Tim” Roussel, Madison, WI,
Steve Roussel, Dubuque, IA,
and Jeffrey “Jeff” (Kara) Roussel, Dubuque, IA;

her two adored nephews,
Blake Miller and Jade Hardy, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Chrissy was preceded in death by her grandparents, Duane (Malinda) Kunkel, Raymond “Ray” (Mary Lou “Red”) Roussel, and Albert “Bud” Mohr.

In lieu of flowers, a Chrissy A. Mohr memorial fund has been established which will be distributed among her favorite charities.

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

Brian C. Sullivan

Brian C. Sullivan, 59, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on August 16th, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

Friends may greet the family from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 19th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Additional visitation will be on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with service to be held at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Tom McDermott officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Brian was born on July 12, 1963, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Paul B.  and Margaret (Cassidy) Sullivan. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1981.

Brian married his former wife, Denise Schemmel on September 19th, 1987 and welcomed daughter Paige Cassidy and son Shane Joseph soon after. At the time of his passing, Brian worked at Georgia Pacific Corporation.

Brian enjoyed spending his Sunday’s golfing as a lifetime member of the WTHC Tour Golf, LLC where the motto was, “All the hits, All the time”; he was also a member of United Steelworkers Local 1861U.

There were few places Brian could be without knowing someone or putting a smile on their face.

The most important things to Brian were family, friends and a good ball game. If the Bears, Cubbies, or Hawkeyes were live, you would find him at the nearest TV surrounded by both. He was happiest when he was spending time with his children and grandchildren. He was so proud and loud, especially when attending the grandkids sporting events. Brian was always the fun Grandpa who loved to wrestle around and give the best hugs.

Brian is survived by his daughter Paige (Troy) Thoma; his son Shane (Emma) Sullivan; his mother Margaret Sullivan; his siblings Jim Sullivan and Mark (Brenda) Sullivan; sister-in-law Nancy (Rick) Schilling; his grandchildren, Amara, Beckett and Emery Thoma; his nieces Brandi (Adam) Johnston and Krista Sullivan. Special recognition to his lifetime pal and world’s best friend, Leo Bisbing.

He was preceded in death by his father Paul B. Sullivan and his brother Joseph C. Sullivan.

In lieu of flowers a Brian Sullivan memorial fund will be established.

The family would like to thank the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics SNICU staff, especially Nicole, for all their wonderful care, kindness and compassion.

Ann Foust

Ann Foust, 70, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at her home of almost 45 years.  She was affectionately known as “Denny”, “Annie”, “Annts”, “Grandmama”, “Gramma flip-flop” and “Coach Ann”.

Visitation will be from 2:30 pm until 7:00 pm Sunday, August 21, 2022, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Ann will be 10:30 am Monday, August 22, 2022, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Key West with Father Martin Obeng as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

Ann was born August 8, 1952, in Los Angeles, CA, the daughter of Maurice Clyde and Lynn Estella Mae March Springer. She was raised by her mother and Great-Uncle Charlie March in Dubuque with her five siblings.  Later in life, her mother married Bernard Doser who became her stepdad.

Ann was a proud 1970 graduate of Dubuque Senior High School. During her time at Senior, Ann participated in band and routinely snuck out of school for a burger and fries at Sandy’s.  Ann played an important role organizing her class reunions, especially her recent 50th!  Ann and her late twin, Arlynn, found humor swapping places in classes they did not enjoy.  They also enjoyed communicating with each other during class by using sign language.

Ann took pride in her administrative role at United Clinical Laboratories in Dubuque for 43 years!  She worked in both Microbiology and Histopathology departments.  Those entering the lab would enjoy Ann’s humor and a piece of candy she provided.

One of Ann’s passions was coaching.  She coached AYSO Soccer for twenty-five years, including her son (Jamin) and grandkids (Madeline and Isabella).  In 2001 and 2002, while coaching men’s swimming at Hempstead High School, she was awarded M.V.C. Conference Coach of the year (coached Jamin).  For the past twenty years, Ann also coached the swimming and diving team at Loras College, including her son (Jamin).  In 2016 she was awarded “Men’s Diving Coach of the Meet” and in 2017 she was awarded “Women’s Diving Coach of the Meet”, both at the Liberal Arts Championships.  In 2019, she was awarded “Men’s and Women’s Diving Coach of the Year” at the Liberal Arts Championships. She enjoyed playing cards with family and participating in card club, frequent visits to the zoo (especially the giraffe exhibit), playing piano, camping, palm tree’s, “sun bathing” in her backyard, watching football, grabbing a bite to eat with “Swim Team Moms”, and supporting her kids, grandkids, and great-granddaughter with their various activities.

Survivors include four children, Sean (Shelly) Foust of Cedar Rapids, IA, Thaddeus (Heather Miller) Foust of Dubuque, Dr. Desirae (Wayne) Wheatcraft of Bixby, OK, Jamin (Emilie) Foust of Dubuque; seven grandchildren, Madeline (Travis Galle), Verrick, Isabella (Matthew Rhomberg), Willa, Ellison, Henning, and Avila; one great-granddaughter, Riley Jo Lamey; seven siblings, Gwen (Bernie) Lentsch of Shoreview, MN,Sandi Sanchez of Thornton, CO, Terry Schnobelen of Center Point, IA, Douglas (Tricia) Springer of Dubuque, Jeffery (Gayle) Springer of Dubuque, Beth (Steve) Foxen of Dubuque, Bennett (Jane) Springer of Dubuque; 17 nieces; and 18 nephews.

Ann was preceded in death by her mom and dad, stepdad, former mother-in-law, Geraldine Foust, former father-in-law, Euguene Foust, Sr, her twin sister, Arlynn Seipp, one brother-in-law, Patrick Sanchez, and one niece, Demelza (Springer) Gibson.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the Loras College swimming and diving team.

The family would like to thank Drs. Engelman, Caceres, McDonald, along with Winnie Stricker at Home Instead in Dubuque, and the many other doctors and caring nurses at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque and the University of Iowa Hospital.

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

David M. Stevens

David M. “Dave” Stevens, age 79, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly on August 16, 2022, at UnityPoint Finley Hospital while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Dave’s life, a private family service will be held at in the Mueller Memorial Chapel at Linwood Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  Burial will be in the Linwood Cemetery.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Dave’s family.

Dave was born on September 8, 1942, in Dubuque, IA, one of seven children to Francis Stevens and Anna (Andregg) Stevens.  He grew up learning that the most important values in life such as love, honor, loyalty, hard work, and a positive attitude could take you anywhere in this life.  After graduating high school, Dave joined the U.S. Navy and spent over 20 years proudly serving his country.  Not only did he serve during the Vietnam War, but he also was able to earn his Bachelor’s degree while stationed out west.  After retiring from the Navy, Dave returned home to Dubuque and spent another 15 years working with his brother at the Hoffman Industrial Development Center.  He thoroughly enjoyed his time there and found that his natural traits leaning towards devotion and motivation came together seamlessly within his daily responsibilities.  In his free time, Dave enjoyed teaching his family the importance of technique and skill when shooting properly, along with being able to turn a wrench on vehicle when the need arose.  But, honestly, at the end of the day, Dave was all about loving, adoring and protecting his loved one’s.  His generosity, patience, and overall wonderfully good nature suited him well in this mission, and especially when it came to playing the role of Grandpa.  It’s difficult to imagine moving forward without his bright and positive force in our daily lives, but thankfully he has left an abundance of beautiful memories behind for us to treasure as we seek healing from our heavy-laden hearts today.  Thank you, Dave, for teaching us so many valuable lessons along the way and we hope that you know that your legacy will be vividly visible within the generations which follow the path you have set before us.  We will miss and love you till the end of time!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Dave include,

his soul-mate,
Ruby M. Stevens, Dubuque, IA;

his children,
Jenni (Ron) Beaver, Hazel Green, WI,
Jason (Mandy) Bradac, Dubuque, IA,
Julie (Nick) Lindenberg, Dubuque, IA,
and Nicholas (Dena) Hulsebus, Troy Mills, IA;

his grandchildren,
Madison Beaver, Paige Beaver, Alayna Beaver, Joshua Bradac, Jacob Bradac, Jaden Lindenberg, and Logan Lindenberg;

his great-grandchildren,
Charlotte Hulsebus, Remington Hulsebus, and Granger Hulsebus;

his siblings,
Jack “John” (Carol) Stevens, Dubuque, IA,
Karen Walbrun, Dubuque, IA,
Bob Stevens, Washington, IA,
Gerri Becker, Dubuque, IA,
Jeff Stevens, Dubuque, IA,
and Denis Stevens, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Dave was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, a David M. Stevens memorial fund has been established which will be distributed among his favorite charities.

Dave’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Finley Hospital for all of their professional and compassionate care of Dave and his family.  Your gentle kindnesses are appreciated more than you could possibly know.

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

Patrick B. Till

Patrick B. Till, 59, of Maquoketa, formerly of Springbrook, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Dubuque Specialty Care from complications of a stroke.

Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Friday, September 16, 2022 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Springbrook.  Family will greet friends 9:30 am – 11:00 am. also on Friday, September 16, 2022 at the church prior to Mass.  Burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will be Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery.

Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.

Patrick was born January 9, 1963 in Maquoketa, the son of Lavern and Naomi (Scheckel) Till.  He graduated from Bellevue Community High School in 1981.  Patrick served his country in the US Army in Germany for 4 years.

Survivors include his mother, Naomi of Springbrook; siblings, Brian (Catherine) Till of Coralville, Annette Ernst Prairie Village, Kansas, Michelle (Mike) Daugherty of Bellevue, Paul Till of Springbrook, Chuck (Darla) Till of Dubuque, and Charlotte (Brian) Beck of Ankeny; and numerous extended relatives.

Patrick was preceded in death by his father, Lavern.

A memorial fund has been established in Patrick’s memory.

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

Jerry Brandenburg

Jerry Brandenburg, 50, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the Allen Hospital in Waterloo surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Friday, August 19, 2022, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Jerry will be 10:00 am Saturday, August 20, 2022, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

Jerry was born June 12, 1972, in Tucson, AZ, the son of Harold and Patricia Culbertson Brandenburg. He and Billie Jo Heiderscheit have been together for 34 years.

Jerry graduated from East Dubuque High School.  A dedicated and loyal worker, he worked for Kloeckner Metals since 1989.

Jerry was an outdoorsman.  He could easily be found fishing, playing horseshoes and bags, bowling or riding his motorcycle. He enjoyed listening to music.  Jerry was an avid collector of many things.  He enjoyed the hunt for the perfect collectible.  Mostly, he cherished time with his family.  He will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his wife, Billie Jo Heiderscheit; children, Kayla (Rick Post) Heiderscheit, Garret Brandenburg of Dubuque, and Halie Brandenburg of Dubuque; two grandchildren, Aiden Post, and Rylan Post; and one brother, Roger (Sue Bodish) Brandenburg of Key West.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Rhonda Tafolla and Vickie Cornelius; and one brother in infancy.

The family would like to thank Dr. Hermann’s team at Grand River Medical Group, Dr. Karam at University of Iowa, and the staff at Allen Hospital ICU.

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

Anna M. Riniker

Anna M. Riniker, age 72, of Dubuque, passed away at 7:35 a.m., on Monday, August 15, 2022, at Ennoble Nursing and Rehabilitation.  To celebrate Anna’s life, family and friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Friday, August 19, 2022, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services will be held following the visitation  at 7:00 p.m., at the funeral home, with Deacon David Roth officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery at a later date following cremation.

Anna was born on October 16, 1949, at home in Rickardsville, Iowa, daughter of Martin and Ida (Clapham) Breitbach.

Anna was born, raised and attended school in Rickardsville.  When she got older she went to work at several places including The Chateau, The Avalon, Burger Express, Wendy’s and Hardee’s.  It was while she was a dishwasher at The Chateau that one of her co-workers saw her brand new car and asked if she would take him for a spin in it.  Turns out that car ride would lead to a 40 year relationship with the love of her life, Daniel Baumgartner.  The couple loved spending time together and keeping Dan in line quickly became one of Anna’s favorite hobbies.  She also enjoyed watching Law and Order and her soap operas, with The Young and the Restless and General Hospital being her go to shows.  She and Dan also enjoyed making special memories together and taking regular trips to the ice cream shop.  Anna was a very special lady and she will be greatly missed.

Those left to cherish Anna’s memory include

husband,
Daniel D. Baumgartner, Dubuque, IA;

2 sons,
Danny M. Baumgartner
and Chris M. (Stephanie Grant) Baumgartner, both of Dubuque, IA;

4 grandchildren,
Adrianna, Kollin, Kylee and Landon;

her sisters,
Elizabeth “Betty” (Bob) Petsche, Osterdock, IA
and Sue Weber, St. Donatus, IA;

her in-laws,
Gary Bockenstedt, Asbury, IA,
Roger Koos, Cascade, IA
and Martin Baumgartner, Dubuque, IA;

and several nieces and nephews.

Anna was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings, Mary Bockenstedt, Rita Koos, Dolores Breitbach; and her brothers-in-law, Richard Weber and Max Baumgartner.

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

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