Obituaries Archive

Jeffrey H. Weber

Jeffrey H. “Jeff” Weber, age 60, of Dubuque, Iowa, sadly completed his earthly journey suddenly on June 2, 2021, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids.  To honor Jeff’s life, full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque American Legion, Post #6, on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1111 Davis Street, in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jeff’s family.

Jeff was born on August 20, 1960, in Dubuque, 1 of 9 children to John and Phyllis (Benda) Weber.  He learned the value of family and friends at a very early age and proudly carried that wisdom with him throughout his entire 60+ years walking among us.  After high school, Jeff went on to honorably serve our nation with the U.S. Army for almost 8 years before returning to civilian life to begin his career in total production management.  He spent over 20 years with Unilever, and another 7 with Campbell’s Soup, while he was living in North Carolina.  After health issues had begun to arise 7 years ago, Jeff, along with his soul-mate of over 20 years, Crystal Glover, by his side, made the decision that it was time to be close to family once again as they continued on their journey together.  The couple continued to make many wonderful memories together as they embraced their new surroundings.  Countless hours were spent at the American Legion visiting with friends, and many afternoons were satisfied with nothing more than a cool breeze accompanying the sun overhead with a fresh supply of bait and a fishing pole in hand.  Jeff also possessed a beyond witty sense of humor which would regularly have the entire room in stitches before he was finished with the day’s escapades.  And, if the mood was just right and Jeff found himself in a comfortable environment, you may even have possibly been blessed enough to witness him doing his best Steve Perry imitation when a favorite Journey song came on the radio, or even cutting the rug a little if he thought he could get away with it.  It seems impossible to imagine a world where Jeff’s vivacious love for life won’t be able to brighten even the darkest of days ahead, but we do trust that the abundance of memories we will all treasure until we meet again will surely have the ability to soften the pain as we patiently seek out healing in our hearts and minds.  Thank you, Jeff, for always simply being you, and may peace be yours until we see you again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Jeff include,

his loving companion of over 20 years,
Crystal Glover, Dubuque, Iowa;

his children,
Patricia Lane, Florida,
Jessica Weber, Colorado,
Angella (Charlie) Floyd, Texas,
Tyeandra Glover, Dubuque,
Tyreese Glover, New York,
and Tiana Johnson, South Carolina;

his 17 grandchildren;

his 2 great-grandchildren;

his 6 siblings,
Diane (Jerry) Dukes, Colorado,
Steve (Mary) Weber, Illinois,
Rick (Pat) Weber, California,
Rose (Tim) Schrobilign, Hawaii,
Laura Weber, East Dubuque,
and Bernie (Vickie) Weber, Oregon;

his sister-in-law, Frances Weber, Louisiana;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, John Weber; his sister, Debi Weber; and his great-grandson, Kayden Jacobs.

Jeff’s family would like to thank all of their family and friends who have so generously shown their sincere concern and compassion during these very difficult days.  A very special thank you goes out to everyone at the American Legion Hall, Lowe’s of Dubuque, along with Chad and Cat for going the extra mile when we needed you most.  May the Lord be as gracious to all of you as you have been to us over these last days.  Thank you!

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

Allen O. Stock

Allen O. “Al” Stock, 72 of Dubuque passed away Friday June 4, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday June 6, 2021, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with a prayer service at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Private burial and military honors by the American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard will be Monday at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Al was born on August 14, 1948, in Dubuque Iowa the son of Guy and Helen (Morey) Stock. He grew up in Farley and served in the U.S. Army from April of 1968 to May of 1970. He returned to Dubuque and began working at A.Y. McDonald until joining Marty McNamer Construction Systems as a drywall finisher until his retirement in 2011.

He married Marcia Fah on June 5, 1998; he enjoyed working on cars, was a self-proclaimed gearhead and enjoyed racing and working in his backyard garden which was his sanctuary.

While grandkids would visit, spoiling was his game. They all have stories to tell forever of what shenanigans he has pulled.

He is survived by his wife Marcia, his children; Traci (Michael) Hernandez, and Melissa (Tim Kelly) Stock  and their mother Donna Stock; and Gregory (Lisa) Selken, Matthew (Dee) Selken, Jessica (Josh Rupprecht) Selken, and Jacqueline Selken; 16 grandchildren Alexus, Orion, Hayden, Nate, Shelby, Ashley, Ava, Morgan, Mason, Devin, Collin, Breckin, Lily, Gwen, Asante, and Markia, 2 great grandchildren Zariah and Zalaya; his siblings Jim (Nancy) Stock, Imogene Thill, LuAnn Stock, Lucy Leib, and Florence “Rose” (Bill Russell) Merfeld; many nieces and nephews; special friends:  Jenni “Baby Doll” and Jon Merkes, and their daughter Emma; Terry Brosius, and his son Wiley and Mark Hayes, along with his Fur-child “Benji”

He was preceded in death by his parents, two infant children Darci and Christopher, a great granddaughter Avery Selken, and siblings Barbara, Clifford, Donald, Joyce and Fulton.

In lieu of flowers an Allen Stock memorial fund has been created.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque especially his good friend and nurse Melissa who was a Godsent.

JoAnn Stokesberry

JoAnn Stokesberry, 84 of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on June 4th, 2021, at MercyOne Medical Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 11th, 2021, at St. Lawrence Church, Otter Creek with Fr. Austin Wilker officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends may visit from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Friday at the church. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

JoAnn was born on January 30, 1937, in Dubuque, IA the daughter of Louis and Appolonia (Herrig) Even.

She married Robert Stokesberry on November 26, 1960, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Dubuque. He preceded her in death on July 30, 2018.

She enjoyed her flower gardens, arranging flowers, decorating for big and small holidays, and shopping. She loved boating on the Mississippi and attending her grandchildren’s sporting events.

Survivors include her daughter, Susan (Donavin) Wilhelm, and grandchildren Johnny (Erin) Biehl, Jed Siegwarth, Lexie Biehl, and Marcus Siegwarth; son-in-law Doug Biehl; sisters Gloria Kritz and Barb (Jerry) Esser; sister-in-law Mary Even, Bridget Kluesner, and Raynette Even along with many nieces, nephews.

She was preceded in death by a son Chris on July 6, 1987, a daughter Cheryl on January 18, 2014, her husband Robert in 2018; her parents Louie and Lonie Even; and brothers Duane, Dale, Ivan, and Robert Even and brother-in-law Donald Kritz.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to St. Lawrence Otter Creek Cemetery fund.

Lee J. Neyens

Lee J. “Willie” Neyens, age 61, of Zwingle, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at his home.  To celebrate Willie’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, June 8, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  To honor Willie’s life, funeral services will be held immediately following visitation at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday at Behr Funeral Home.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Willie was born on December 13, 1959, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of John J. “Jay” and Margaret M. “Peg” (Reardon) Neyens.

Willie graduated from Maquoketa High School and attended NICC in Calmar where he studied to be an electrician.  He married Wendy Rubel in 1983, at St. Lawrence Church and they were blessed with 2 daughters before going their separate ways.  He was employed with Celotex and Flexsteel Industries, he owned WW Trophies for a time and was lastly working at Little Bear Country Club in Wyoming, Iowa.  In his free time, Willie enjoyed being outside hunting, fishing, golfing, kayaking and working in the garden.  He was always “fartin’ around” working on one of his projects around the farm.  Willie loved spending time with his family, especially the grandkids.  He enjoyed attending concerts, and was also the light and sound guy for the band “Jammer”.  Willie was always on the go and he will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Those left to cherish Willie’s memory include

his children,
Trista (Jason) Michel, Bettendorf, IA
and Lindsay Neyens, Dubuque, IA;

his 6 grandchildren,
Bree, Seth, Kady, Ayden, Autumn and Ryha;

his great granddaughter,
Willow;

his brother,
Dennis Neyens, Savanna, IL;

his nephew,
Ricky Neyens, East Troy, WI;

his step-father,
Kenneth Horch, Zwingle, IA;

his aunt,
Patricia Reardon, Dubuque, IA;

and his former wife,
Wendy (Jerry “Gus”) Westemeyer, Dubuque, IA.

Willie was preceded in death by his father, Jay Neyens; his mother, Peg Horch; 2 brothers, Ronald Neyens and Edward Neyens; and an uncle Jim Reardon.

Willie’s family would like to extend a heart felt thank you to his best friends, Dave and Carol Dunne, your support and generosity throughout the years is appreciated more than words can say.  Also thanks to his cousin, Deb Mahoney, for all of her friendship and help.

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

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

Wesley C. Hames

Wesley Carl Hames, 34, of Dubuque, passed away on Wednesday, June 2, 2021, as a result of an auto accident.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road, Dubuque. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Wesley’s family.

Wesley was born May 15, 1987, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Randy Hames and Kelly (Bowers) Kass.

He graduated from Stephen Hempstead High School.

Wesley worked for Hollenback Construction as a drywaller.

He enjoyed racing, drinking Busch Light, hanging out with all his friends and especially spending time with his daughter, Randi.

Survivors include his daughter, Randi; mother, Kelly (Brian) Kass of Dubuque; father, Randy Hames of Verona, WI; brother, Steven (Kim) Hames of Dubuque; two sisters, Jennifer Uthe and Jessica Hames, both of Dubuque; maternal grandparents, Eugene (Shirley) Bowers; nephews and nieces, Corbin, Nora & Ava Hames, Braelyn, Kinley & Lydia Henning, Myles Kennicker and Westyn Muchow and many aunts and uncles.

He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Gorman (Dorothy) Hames and two uncles, Carl & Donald Hames.

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

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

Robert L. Korte

Robert LeRoy Korte, 90, of Eau Claire, WI and formerly Galena, IL died June 3, 2021, at Heritage Assisted Living, Eau Claire. A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena where friends and family may call after 10 AM until the time of the mass. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery; Galena where military honors will be accorded graveside by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

He was born in Dubuque, IA on November 20, 1930, to LeRoy and Genevieve Korte. He was raised in Galena with his three younger siblings and graduated from Galena High School in the Class of 1948, earning All-Conference honors in football during his senior year. Following graduation, Bob enlisted in the U. S. Army. Assigned to the 49th Field Artillery, Infantry Division, Headquarters Battery in personnel, he spent most of 1951 in Korea as an officer records clerk, taking care of all records for the battalion. Bob was extremely proud of his military service, was active in the V.F.W., and served as Commander of Galena V.F.W. Post 2665. He was privileged and thrilled to be a part of the Honor Flight of Greater Dubuque in 2011 to visit the nation’s capital.

After his enlistment ended in 1951, he found himself in Montevideo, Minnesota, where his father’s job had taken the family during Bob’s time in the service. Here he met the love of his life, Kathryn Anderson. Bob and Kathy were married in Montevideo on June 20, 1953. He graduated from the Minnesota School of Business in Minneapolis in 1954. They moved to Eau Claire in 1955. Bob enjoyed a long career as an accountant with Northern States Power Company, retiring in 1988 after 33 years of service. Accounting was in his blood, as he followed in his father’s footsteps. Perhaps in a sign of things to come, Bob had been elected treasurer of his high school freshman class.

He was a long-time member of St. Olaf’s Catholic Church in Eau Claire and was active in the St. Olaf’s Men’s Club. Bob and Kathy enjoyed card clubs, trips to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, playing golf, their many friends, and spending time with family. Bob loved, and always maintained strong ties to, his Galena background. He and Kathy 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.

Survivors include his wife, Kathryn; 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 brother, Donald (Peg) Korte; a sister, Carol (Max) Hinde; Sisters-in-Law, Barbara Anderson, and Carol (Gordon) Pitt; Daughter-in-Law, Kathy Osvat; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Gen Korte, and a sister, Jean Marrs; Father and Mother-in-Law, Stanley, and Clara Anderson; Brothers-in-Law, Stan Marrs, and Jerry Anderson; and Sister-in-Law, Shirley Parke.

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

Carol Ann Bockenstedt

Carol Ann Bockenstedt passed away, with her loving husband by her side, after a brief illness on June 2, 2021, at UnityPoint Health, Finley Hospital.

A funeral service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Monday, June 7th, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Family and friends may visit after 3:00 p.m. Monday at the funeral home until time of service.

Carol was born to Carl and Darda Munson on November 5, 1948, in Sterling Illinois.

In 1968 she married Mark Frommelt and welcomed three children into their world: Steve, Jeff and Stacy (Betts) Frommelt. On May 5, 2001, Carol married the love of her life, Dave Bockenstedt.

Carol was one of the last to graduate from the Visitation Academy in 1967. She was a lifelong member of the Church of Nativity, a loving wife, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She worked many jobs including: hairstylist, clerk, and elderly caregiver to name a few. She enjoyed her mules, her vegetable and flower gardens (Roses were her favorite), country music and her pets.

She is survived by her husband Dave Bockenstedt, of Luxemburg IA, her children: Steve (Laura) Frommelt, of Farley IA, Jeff (Chad) Barr, of Brownsville WI, and Stacy (Al) Betts, of Waverly IA. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

Carol was the oldest and the only girl in her family. She was surrounded by six brothers, 5 whom have survived her: Jim (Jayne) Munson, of Dickeyville WI, Mark (Kay) Munson, of Dubuque IA, Chris (Beth) Munson, of Windsor CO, Brian (Barb) Munson, of Dubuque IA, and Kevin (Keri) Munson, of Dubuque IA.

Carol is preceded in death by her brother William (Kathy) Munson, as well as her parents, Carl and Darda Munson.

James P. Curoe

James P. (Jim) Curoe died peacefully, surrounded by family on May 30th after a 2 year battle with cancer. Jim was born on September 14, 1935, son of Harold and Naomi  Curoe, on a farm near Cascade, Iowa. He went to Sacred Heart school in Fillmore and graduated from St. Martin in Cascade. Jim will be buried at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fillmore.

Jim served two years in the US Army. He spent four months in radio school in New Jersey and 14 months in Germany as a radio operator.

Jim married the love of his life, Monica on February 9, 1963 at St. Anthony’s Church. Together they raised four children Peter (Mary), Ann (Matt Barnes), Andrew (Megan) and Matthew (Joanne).

Jim started Jim Curoe Insurance Agency in 1964. He received numerous sales awards before he sold the company in 1967.

In 1966 Jim entered the real estate profession. In 1972, he and Bob Neuwoehner co-founded American Realty. He served as president of the company for 37 years. Jim graduated from the Realtors Institute and was past president of the Dubuque Board of Realtors. Jim received the Realtor of the Year award in 1979. He was a certified residential specialist and certified appraiser. Jim’s clients became friends and his friends became clients.

Jim was a member of the Dubuque Chamber of Commerce and a Chamber Ambassador. He also was a member of the Rotary Club of Dubuque where he was a Paul Harris fellow, St. Anthony’s Parish Council, Cascade American Legion Post 528, Knights of Columbus Council #510 – Past Faithful Navigator of the 4th Degree Dubourg. Jim received the University of Notre Dame Award of the Year in 1994 for his service as president of the Notre Dame Club of Dubuque.

Jim was a long, true fan of the New York Yankees, Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Iowa Hawkeyes, Wahlert High School Golden Eagles and Iowa State football. He recently enjoyed watching the Yankees turn a triple play and his favorite golfer Phil Mickelson win the PGA Championship.

Jim’s hobbies included traveling, reading, playing golf and watching sports. Jim and Monica visited all 7 continents and most US states.

Jim and Monica have 10 grandchildren, James Curoe, Sarah Curoe, Benjamin Curoe, Grace Barnes, Samuel Curoe, Charles Curoe, Harold Curoe, Kate Curoe, Maggie Curoe and Matthew Curoe.

Jim is survived by siblings, Sister Bernadine Curoe, SVM, Bill (Sheila) Curoe, Edna (Mike) Green and in-laws Stephen Schlung, Ann (Pete) Uppena, Ruby (Jerry) Oberfoell, Ken Schlung, Cindy Davis and Cathy (Rod) Schmitt. He was preceded in death by parents Harold and Naomi and brother Tom Curoe, in-laws Kenneth and Rita Schlung, Julie Oberfoell, Susan and Loras Stecher and Jim Davis.

Funeral mass will be at 11am at St. Anthony’s on Tuesday, June 8th. Visitation will be at the church starting at 9:00. Mass will be live-streamed on the St. Anthony Catholic Church website. Military Honors will be accorded. Condolences may be shared at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be sent to St. Anthony’s Church, Wahlert Catholic High School, Hospice of Dubuque or Dubuque Food Pantry.

John R. Sjobakken

John R. Sjobakken, age 75, lost his 2 ½ year battle with pancreatic cancer on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at his home surrounded by his loving family.  To celebrate John’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  To honor John’s life, funeral services will be held immediately following visitation at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday at Behr Funeral Home, with Rev. Karen Candee officiating.  Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery, where military honors will be accorded by the American Legion Dubuque Post 6.

John was born on January 10, 1946, in Dubuque, the son of Orvin and Viola (Doherty) Sjobakken.  He graduated from Wahlert High School in 1964.  John served in the U.S. Army from 1965-1967, with 1 year in Vietnam.  John was honorably discharged in 1967.

He married Janann R. Heller on October 9, 1971, at First Congregational Church in Dubuque.

John was employed with the telephone company (Northwestern Bell/US West/QWest Communications) for 34 years, retiring in 2003.  He was a lifelong LA Dodgers fan.  He enjoyed fishing, yard work, collecting and repairing old clocks, and driving his 1969 Buick GS 400, which he special ordered in 1969, with no power except under the hood.  He also cherished spending time with his children and grandchildren, plus many vacations to Cancun, Mexico.

John is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Janann; a son, Scott (Annick) Sjobakken of Des Moines, IA, and their children, Audrey and Elliott; a daughter, Laura (Michael) Wilkins of West Des Moines, IA, and their children, Evan, Alexis and Aleah; his sister, Jean Lees; and several nieces and nephews.

John is preceded in death by his parents; his brother and sister-in-law Jerry (Ruth) Sjobakken; and a brother-in-law, Richard Lees.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to The Avery Foundation, 3058 Deerwood Circle, Dubuque, IA, 52003, Dubuque Rescue Mission and Dubuque American Legion Dubuque Post 6.  The family will also thankfully receive your support through phone calls and greeting cards in John’s memory which may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. John Sjobakken Family.

The family would like to thank Dr. Hillard Salas at Grand River Medical Group; Dr. Leila Kutteh, Dr. Wook Lee and all their phenomenal staff at Hall-Perrine Cancer Center, and the kindhearted staff of Hospice of Dubuque.

“Don’t Forget to FEED THE BIRDS”

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

James H. Herron

James (Jim) H. Herron, 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 1, 2021.

The son of Donald D. and Marjorie A. (Corson) Herron, James was born in Waterloo, Iowa, on July 11, 1935. He moved to Dubuque with his family in October 1947 and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1953. Following graduation, he served in the U.S. Marine Corps from September 1953-September 1956 and spent one year in Korea with the First Marine Division. After his release from active service, he returned to Dubuque and began working at John Deere Dubuque Works and attended the University of Dubuque and Clarke College. He was united in marriage with Susan J. Pierce on August 1, 1959, at Grandview Avenue United Methodist Church. In 1987, he retired from John Deere after 31 years of service.

Jim loved being with his family, and he also enjoyed many hobbies. He was an avid fisherman who crafted original fly rods for his family, he loved to garden, and he especially enjoyed the outdoors. He was very artistic taking up watercolor painting after retirement and his lifelong passion for woodworking resulted in beautiful heirloom pieces for his children and grandchildren.

He was a member of Grandview United Methodist Church, American Legion Post #6 and a life member of the First Marine Division Association. He was always extremely proud that he served his country as a Marine.

Left to honor his memory are his wife, Susan, two daughters: Jane (Todd) Spurling of Dubuque; and Julie (Joel) Carr of Williamsburg, Iowa; and five grandchildren: Sam Spurling (fiancé Kaeli Mohnsen), Alex Spurling and Rachel Spurling (Jon Powers); and Abby and Ethan Carr.

James was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no public visitation.  A private family memorial service will be held at Linwood Cemetery, where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque American Legion, Post #6.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to the Dubuque Humane Society or Hospice of Dubuque.

The family wishes to thank Kelly Decker with Hospice of Dubuque, as well as the nurses and staff at Hawkeye Care Center for their excellent care and compassion.

Online condolences for Jim’s family may be left at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

Richard N. Reinhardt

Richard “Rick” Neil Reinhardt, 66, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, June 2, 2021, at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.

A Celebration of Life for Rick will be held from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm Saturday, June 5, 2021 at Denny’s Lux Club, 3050 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52001.

Richard was born June 19, 1954, in Fond du Lac, WI, the son of Neil and Emma (Berghandler) Reinhardt. On May 11, 1974, he married Threse Burg in St. Joe, WI.  They later divorced, but remained great friends.

He graduated from Goodrich High School in Fond du Lac, WI in 1972.

He worked his entire career as a proud pipeline welder over 40 years.  He retired from Intercon Construction in 2019.

Rick enjoyed racing, golfing, bird watching, gambling, fishing and cooking.  He was an avid watcher of Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune and Law & Order just to name a few.  He was a foodie, enjoyed classic rock music, and anything Irish.

Survivors include four daughters, Roberta Reinhardt of Asbury, IA, Lindsey (Owen) Wharton of Cedar Rapids, IA, Victoria (Dave) Friel of Lakeland, FL, and Laura (Michael) Reilly of Buffalo, NY; nine grandchildren, Gordon, Amari, Matthew, Olivia, Jack, Lilah, Madeline, Annabelle, and Jocelyn; his ex-wife, Threse Reinhardt; five sisters, Barbara (Thomas) Glassel of Madison, WI, Diane (Donald) Dubay of Outing, MN, Peggy Reinhardt of Minneapolis, MN, Tracy Reinhardt of Fond du Lac, WI, and Sarah Reinhardt of Albuquerque, NM; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, John Reinhardt, and one niece, Leslie Dubay.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for The Summit Center School for Autism.

The family would like to thank Dr. Engelman, his nurse Sarah and the entire staff at the MercyOne Cancer Center.

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

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

Jo Ann Bennis Roberts

Jo Ann Bennis Roberts passed away on June 2, 2021, after a multi-year battle with Lewey Body Dementia.

A private family mass will be held at the Church of the Resurrection. There will be no visitation.

Jo Ann was born in Lincoln, Illinois, daughter of Joseph and Vivian Horn Bennis. After moving to Dubuque, Jo Ann attended Nativity School, the Visitation Academy, and graduated from the then Clarke College with a BA degree in music education with piano as her major instrument.

Awarded a graduate scholarship to the University of Kansas from the National Institute for Mental Health and a research grant to Parsons State Hospital and Training Center, Jo Ann graduated from the University of Kansas with a MA in music education with an emphasis in music therapy.

Upon her return to Dubuque, Jo Ann became the music therapist for the Dubuque County Board of Education serving the mentally, physically, and emotionally challenged students of the Dubuque and Western Dubuque Community School Districts. In this position, Jo Ann established the first music therapy program in a classroom setting in the state of Iowa. She later became the Director of Music Therapy at the then Clarke College and taught music therapy classes. Jo Ann finished her career as a private piano teacher at St. Anthony’s School and in her home retiring in 2012.

An avid snow skier, Jo Ann skied the slopes of the Alps from Switzerland into Italy, the resorts of Colorado, and finally every weekday at Dubuque’s Sundown Mountain.

Surviving are Jo Ann’s husband of 47 years, Raymond Roberts, daughters Laura (Mike) Stromberg, Ames, IA, Elizabeth (Ben) Eagle of Dubuque, and a son, Jonathan (Annie Sussman) of Arlington, MA, along with three grandchildren: EsméEagle, Henry Eagle, and Jack Roberts.

Jo Ann was preceded in death by her parents, step-father Harley H. Hansel, and her brother Stephen Bennis.

Memorials may be given the Employee Appreciation Fund at Bethany Home, Hospice of Dubuque, or the Sisters of the Visitation.

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

Keith E. Kelly

Keith E. Kelly, 74, of Dubuque passed away Monday May 31, 2021, at UnityPoint, Finley Hospital.

Funeral services will be at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 3, 2021, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road, with Rhonda Pope officiating. Military Honors will follow the service by the Dubuque Marine Corps League and the Tri-State Vietnam Veterans Association. The family will greet family and friends from 3:00 p.m. until the time of services.

Keith was born on February 15, 1947, the son of Leo and Violet (Freyermuth) Kelly. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1965.  After High School he began working at Flexsteel Industries and on November 16, 1968, he married his high school sweetheart Judy Reuter and together they shared almost 53 years together. He enlisted in the United States Navy and was stationed at Port Hueneme, CA and Kodiak Alaska, along with serving two tours in Vietnam. While serving in Alaska he joined the Navy Seabee’s and worked with heavy equipment and fuel tanker trucks. In Vietnam he also worked on bridge construction and was fortunate to survive a land mine explosion while driving a fuel tanker truck.

After his service to our country, he returned to Dubuque and to a new daughter. He returned to Flexsteel and worked until his retirement after 46 1/2 years. He was a member of the Upholsterers Union Local #1861. He made and kept many friends as a result of his career at Flexsteel, and he and his many friends enjoyed getting together to “have a few” each week.

In his early years he enjoyed stock car racing at Dubuque County Fairgrounds, and boating which became a family recreation with many weekends spent on the river and docked at Massey, teaching many youngsters how to waterski. His love for the river has transcended generation’s of Massey brats and his son and daughter in-law proudly operate Massey Marina. He will be dearly missed by the countless friends he made along the way that became more like family.

He is survived by his wife Judy; two children Jennifer (Brian) Simon and Shawn (Jody Lovett) Kelly; a granddaughter Calsey Bradley; two great grandchildren Julia and Rhett Bradley; brothers Dan (Kathy) Kelly, Mike (Carol Easler) Kelly, Pat (Linda) Kelly; and sisters Kathy Kelly, Deanna “Dede” (Joe) Breson, Shelly (Brian) Podolsky; sister-in-law Sherry Newuohner and step grandchildren Brandi, Corey and Jenna Collins and Cole Rettenmeier.

He was preceded in death by his parents Leo and Vi Kelly, grandparents JB and Callista Kelly, Albert and Margaret Freyermuth, a sister -in-law Donna Cooksley, and in-laws Melvin and Darlene Reuter.

George Brandel Jr.

George Brandel Jr., 85, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, June 1, 2021, at Luther Manor in Dubuque.

The Funeral Service for George will be 10:30 AM Friday, June 4, 2021, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Deacon John Stierman officiating. Visitation will be held before the service from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. The service will be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page and will also be available to view later at www.hskfhcares.com.

George was born January 2, 1936, in Dubuque, the son of George Brandel Sr. and Dorothy Haupert.

He worked at Caradco and then at St. Regis Paper Company as a machine operator.

He was a member of Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Survivors include one niece, Suzanne (Richard) Roussel of Dubuque; one nephew, Donald Boll of Dubuque; two great-nieces, Lindsay Roussel, and Melissa Roussel; and one great-great-nephew, Cayden Rozinek.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a half-brother, Robert (Veronica) Duehr, and a half-sister, Donna “Mick” ( Sylvester) Boll.

The family thanks Luther Manor and Hospice of Dubuque for taking special care of George.

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

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

Carol A. Fondell

Carol Ann Fondell, 58, of Dubuque, IA died on Saturday, May 29 at Sunnycrest Manor following a courageous battle with cancer. Friends and relatives are invited to a Celebration of Carol’s life from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, June 4 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2959 J.F. Kennedy Road.

Carol was born on December 8, 1962 in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of David and Betty (Edwards) Fondell. She graduated from Hempstead High School in 1981. After graduation, Carol worked at Stonehill Care Center for several years and later for her brother David at Key City Excavating. The position she loved the most for many years was with Medline in Dubuque. She was an avid race car fan and a collector of Budweiser, Snoopy and Charlie Brown memorabilia.

Carol enjoyed her very special friends: Sue (Dan) Bublitz, Peg Strub, Gen Hefel, and Dan Ellerman. Her real treat was spending time with her niece Emelia.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Betty on February 23, 1996, and a sister Tina on October 30, 1970.

Carol is survived by father, Dave Sr. & stepmother Deb Fondell of Dubuque; her sister, Barb Fondell from East Dubuque; her brother Dave (Darsey) Fondell of Davenport, and her maternal aunt, Nancy Proctor from Missouri.

Special thanks to Sunnycrest Manor for their concern and care of Carol, Dr. Hermann & the Finley Team, and loving & caring friends, Sue, Peg, Gen & Dan.