Obituaries Archive

Theron L. Nothaft

Theron L. Nothaft, 88, of Dubuque, died on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at his home after complications from heart failure.

Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, The Rev. Dr. Kevin Goodrich will officiate. Burial will be held at a later date. A visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m., Wednesday, at the funeral home.

Theron was born on September 18, 1933 in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the son of Norma (Olson) and Frank Nothaft. He resided in Cashton, Wisconsin for years until moving to Dubuque with his parents and sibling. He loved to reminisce about his childhood days of living on the farm.

Theron was a graduate of Dubuque Senior High School. He retired from John Deere Dubuque Works after working there for thirty-four years. After retiring he worked as a part time driver for Hartig Drug Pharmaceutical Service.

Theron married Carole J. Mann at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Dubuque, and had two children, Laura and Lisa.

He married Alice L. (Kettering) on May 26, 1984 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa.

Theron was an outdoorsman. He was an avid hunter who enjoyed hunting for many years with his “own” special friends. His interests included long-bow hunting, fishing, and other outdoor sports. He enjoyed teaching his children to appreciate nature.

He was an active member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Dubuque. He was a past member of the Dubuque Field archery Club.

He is survived by his wife, Alice; children, Laura (Troy) Lash, and Lisa (Roger) Higgins; five step children, Steven (Colleen) Kettering, Pamela (Norm) Thompson, Nancy Wortley, Michael Kettering and David (Jennifer) Kettering; grandchildren, Jessica and Sarah Oberbroeckling and Rachel and Audrey Lash; step- grandchildren, Jeremy Isenhart, Alison, Ryan (Nikki) Isenhart, Shaun Kettering, Hailey, Benjamin, and Casey Kettering; and 10 great- grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Mitchell Oberbroeckling; a son-in-law, Dick Wortley; and his brother, William Nothaft.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to St. John’s Episcopal Church.

His family would like to extend a special thank you to the 4th floor staff at the Finley Hospital and to Hospice of Dubuque. Special thanks to ALL of our caring neighbors especially, Harv and Kathy Pitz.

Robert B. Hutchinson

Robert Brainerd Hutchinson was born on September 24, 1951, and died peacefully at home in Hanover IL on December 10, 2021 after a long and valiant fight with cancer.  In honor of his wishes, there will be no formal ceremony and his ashes will be buried in the Casper Bluff Natural Cemetery, Galena, IL.

Robert was born in Los Angeles, CA. His family moved to New Zealand for several years before returning to live in New Jersey and finally settled in New York City.  He graduated Collegiate high school in Manhattan, before attending Reed College, finally graduating from Columbia University with an MA in Geology.

His true passion was the outdoors. He was never without hiking boots, running shoes, kayaking paddles and his beloved bicycles. He participated in several triathlons in New York State and Illinois.

While working for Brown Trout Publishing (CA), he wrote several books which ranged from a children’s book to a geological guide through the Grand Canyon.  He worked for Praeger Publishing (CT) as an acquisition’s editor until his retirement in 2016.

Robert will be missed by his many friends as a gentleman and a scholar.

Family who will cherish his memory include, his beloved wife, Ruth, son Blaed and mother Joyce. Loving sister Pam (Carl), niece Noor (Nick) and aunt Sandy. Cousins David, Ann, Susan, Debbie and Anne.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the nurses and staff of Hospice of Dubuque. Their dedication and care carried us through this most difficult time.

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

We would like to sincerely thank Jason at Tri-State Cremation Services for all his help.

Stan D. Matthews

Stan D. Matthews, 79, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2021 at Mercy One in Dubuque.  Funeral Services will be 1:00 pm, Monday, December 20, 2021 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.  Family will greet friends 11:00am until service time.  Burial will be in First Presbyterian Cemetery in Bellevue.

Stan was born November 25, 1942 in Manchester, Iowa, the son of Edward and Ilene (Ballard) Matthews.  He graduated from West Delaware High School in 1961 and also served in the Army National Guard.  Stan married Sharon S. Simpson on March 8, 1964, she passed on October 4, 2013.  Stan worked for Greyhound Busing, Pepsi Delivery, and retired after 39 years with Flexsteel in 2007 as a truck driver.  He enjoyed playing cards, doing crossword and jigsaw puzzles, visiting with people, and listening to music and attending events at Ohward Fine Arts Center in Maquoketa.  Stan and his brother Dave enjoyed many trips together after they both retired, visiting many places from Stan’s working years.  Stan was dedicated to his children and will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his children, John (Muna) of Hiawatha, Stephen of Bellevue, Richard of Dubuque, and Will of Bellevue; a brother, David Matthews of Hiawatha, a sister in-law, Janeen Matthews of Woodbridge, Virginia; several nieces and nephews; and many close friends.

Stan was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his brother Michael; and a sister in-law, Sheryl Matthews.

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

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

Norman G. Fensterman

Norman G. Fensterman, 76, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at Dubuque Specialty Care on Saturday, December 11, 2021.  A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later date.  Local arrangements are entrusted at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.

Norman was born Nov 21, 1945 to Orval and Dorothy F. (Blaker) Fensterman in Waterloo, Iowa. He was the  3rd of 7 children. Norman graduated from Ed-Co High School and then attended diesel mechanic school.  He served his country in the United State Air Force 1965-1969.  Norman then worked at John Deere Dubuque Works as a tractor mechanic.

Survivors include his children, Mark (Jeni) Fensterman, Justin Fensterman, and Sue Ann (Brent) Mollenhauer; grandchildren:   Isaiah, Bailey & Kaden Fensterman, Vivienne & Olivia Fensterman and Ava, Emma & Will Mollenhauer;  a sister-in-law, Karyl Fensterman, a sister Darla Kickbush, brothers John (Kathy) Fensterman, Charlies (Margie) Fensterman, sisters Marsha Fensterman and Diane Strain.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother David and brother-in-law  William Strain.

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

Sister Corinne Kutsch

Sister Corinne (Lorraine) Kutsch, OSF, 98, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, December 8, 2021.

The Rite of Final Committal was held at the Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, December 10, 2021. Natural burial will be held at Sisters of St. Francis, 3390 Windsor Ave., Dubuque, IA 52001. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, December 20, 2021 at Mount St. Francis Center. Masks will be required. Livestream of the service can be viewed at: www.youtube.com/dubuquefranciscans.

She was born on July 17, 1923 in Dubuque to Clarence and Irene (Nierling) Kutsch.

She entered the Sisters of St. Francis August 25, 1940 and made final profession of vows August 10, 1946. Sister received her BA in Elementary Education from Briar Cliff College, Sioux City, IA. She ministered as an educator in Iowa at Templeton, Garnavillo, New Hampton, and Dyersville. In Illinois she was missioned at Midlothian; St. Ann, Hazel Crest; and Lansing and in Minnesota at St. Cloud. She also served at Alverno Apartments and as the Activity Coordinator of Stonehill Care Center both in Dubuque.

Sister is survived by her brothers, Charles Kutsch and Reverend Eugene (Gene) Kutsch; a brother-in-law Alfred Breitbach; nieces and nephews, and her Franciscan sisters.

Sister was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Rita Breitbach and Adele (Paul) Kass; and a sister-in-law, Connie Kutsch.

The Sisters of St. Francis express their thanks to Hospice of Dubuque for their care and concern.

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

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

Donald J. Pettit

Donald James Pettit, 86, of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Bethany Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Dubuque, with Fr. Steven Rosonke officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

There will be no public visitation.  The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque, IL is serving the family.

Don was born on December 31, 1934 in Farmersburg, IA, the son of Walter and Lorena (Fett) Pettit. He was a graduate of McGregor High School, the class of 1952. He was united in marriage to Alice T. Leibold on May 17, 1960 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque.

Don enlisted in the United States Army in 1955. He was then employed by Interstate Power Company.  Don made many friends, working on substations throughout the Midwest.  He retired as Purchasing Agent from Interstate in 1998.

Don was an active member of the YMCA serving on the board for many years, along with the Y’s Men’s Club.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and golfing.  Don was a member of the Izaak Walton League, Pheasants Forever and Ducks Unlimited, and a previous member of Lacoma Golf Club. He managed the Izaak Walton Trap Shooting Club in Dubuque for many years.

Survivors include his wife, Alice; children, Tammy (Kim) Klavitter of Dubuque, Vicki (Kent) Dierks of Denver, IA, Kara (Steve) Pettit-Bloch of Salt Lake City, Utah, and Dionne (Jason) Hughes of St. Donatus, IA; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; a brother, Dale Pettit of Prairie Du Chien, WI; in-laws, Elaine (Denny) Rath, Toots Leibold, Margaret Buse, Mary Lu Leibold, Sheila Meyer, Paul (Mary Jean) Leibold, Val (Goodie) Leibold, and many nieces and nephews.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Lorena, son-in-law, Jay Easter, infant granddaughter, Margaret Easter, in-laws, Helen (Ed) Droessler, Phillip Leibold, Kate (Pete) Temperley, Roseanne (Bob) Schmitt, Peter Leibold, Dave Buse, John (Carol) Leibold, Jim Leibold and Linda Leibold.

The family would like to thank Bethany Home, and Hospice of Dubuque for their wonderful care.

Memorials have been established with St. Anthony’s Church, 1870 St. Ambrose St, Dubuque 52001, and Hospice of Dubuque, 1670 J.F.K. Rd, Dubuque 52002.

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

Daniel P. Hanten

Daniel P. Hanten, 83, of Dubuque, IA passed away on December 9th, 2021, at Stonehill Communities in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 12th, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 3:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 13th, 2021, at St. Joseph The Worker with Father Jim Goerend officiating. Family and friends may gather after 9:00 a.m. Monday, at the church. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Dan was born on February 23, 1938, in Dubuque, IA, to Raymond and Salome (Walsh) Hanten. He attended elementary school at St Joseph’s Key West, IA, Loras Academy and Loras College

He married Barbara M. Hoffmann on January 19, 1963, at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Dubuque. She preceded him in death on November 11, 2013. He worked for John Deere Dubuque Works until his retirement.

Dan cherished his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and loved spending time with them.  A lifelong lover of music, he played the trumpet in The Hanten Family Orchestra.  He was an original member of the Older and Bolder Band, playing at area nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

He is survived by his four Daughters, Denise (Daryl) Sauerbrei of Urbandale, IA, Deborah (Phillip) Meyer, Janet (Dan) Krewson, and Carolyn (John) Timmerman, all of Dubuque. One Son, Allan (Kimberly) Hanten, of Dubuque.  Grandchildren Samantha (Adam Spahn), Alec (fiancée Samantha Kokjohn), Trevor (Camila) Meyer, Morgan (Jake) Doty, Marissa Meyer, Lauren Winter, Cole Winter, Alyssa (Alex Reiter) Hanten, Kayla (Brian Gilles) Hanten, Danielle Timmerman, Shaun Timmerman and Shane Timmerman. Great-Grandchildren Diego Meyer and Marley Doty.  His sister Geraldine Goodman. Sisters-in-law Patricia Hanten, Pearl McMahon and Mel Hoffmann along many nieces and nephews.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter Emily Timmerman; brothers and sisters Loras Hanten, Eugene Hanten and Mellita (Bob) Pommerich; brother-in-law Tom Goodman, and many  brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to those who cared for Dan while at Stonehill Communities in Dubuque, especially his best friend Felishia Ruden, his girlfriend Rachael Houselog, his secret lady Lisa Farber and his favorite nurse Kim Kammerude.

Charles L. Seipp

Charles L. “Chuck” Seipp, 70, of Dubuque died peacefully on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at UnityPoint Health- Finley Hospital after a short illness.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 11, at the Church of the Resurrection. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 4:30- 7:30 p.m., Friday, December 10, at the Church of the Resurrection, where a wake service will begin at 7:30 p.m. A visitation will also be held from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m., Saturday at the Church of the Resurrection. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is entrusted with arrangements.

Chuck was born on May 5, 1951, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Leo and Mary Jane (Loes) Seipp.

After graduating from Dubuque Senior High School in 1969, he worked at the Adams Company where he met the love of his life, Mary Heim. On September 2, 1972, they were united in marriage at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Chuck retired as a machinist from John Deere in 2003 after 32 years of service. He also owned and operated Expressions of Faith with his wife, Mary for 21 years.

He enjoyed hunting and fishing his whole life and took up the sport of golf after retirement.  He greatly enjoyed spending time with his golf buddies.  He also helped a friend lay flooring for 15 years after he retired. Chuck was able to enjoy a rich and fulfilling retirement.

Chuck was a faith-filled, humble, selfless man. He rarely turned down anyone’s request for help and never expected anything in return. He was an active member of Resurrection with CEW and Parish Festivals.

Chuck was a role model to all. Chuck was a Godparent and Confirmation Sponsor to many family and friends. He was a devoted volunteer at Dubuque County Right to Life. He donated over 30 gallons of blood to the American Red Cross over the years.

Chuck delivered the Dubuque Advertiser in the neighborhood for over 25 years. He truly enjoyed getting to know people. Over the years his neighbors eagerly anticipated his arrival. He loved his grandkids more than anything, and they loved him. He regularly attended their performances, sporting events, and school activities. Chuck enjoyed woodworking in his spare time, and other projects.  Chuck greatly enjoyed the outdoors.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Mary Seipp; Children, Jenny (Doug) Send and their children Joseph, Marissa, Gianna, Maria, Jacinta, Felicity, and Miriam; Brendan (Crystal) Seipp and their children Lila, Zoe, and Xavier; Michael (Nicole) Seipp and their children Gabrielle and Christian; a brother Stephen (Ruth) Seipp; a sister, Barb (Rick) DeMaio; brother-in-law, Tom (Carol) Heim, all of Dubuque; and sister-in-law, Socorro Heim, of Rockford, IL.; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his mother and father-in-law, Kenneth and Irma Heim; and brother-in-law, James Heim.

A Charles L. Seipp Memorial Fund has been established.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Nurses on the 5th floor at The Finley Hospital and to Fr. Phil and Fr. Philip at the Church of the Resurrection.

“Well done good and faithful servant”- Matthew 25:23

David J. Elgin

David J. Elgin, 91, of Dubuque passed away Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Mercy Hospital.  Visitation will be from 2 to 6 pm Sunday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home, 2659 Kennedy Road where there will be a parish wake service at 5:30 pm.  Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 am Monday at Holy Ghost Church with Rev. Jim Miller officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Dave was born August 18, 1930 in Dubuque, son of Aloysius Elgin and Marie (Hayes) Elgin.  As a teen, Dave began driving cab in Dubuque which launched him toward his lifelong passion and profession of truck-driving.  He drove truck for various companies in Dubuque (B&G, Briggs, CCX, Conway, and American) for over fifty years.  Dave prided himself on being a member of the Million Mile Club, having no accidents while driving for more than a million miles.   Safety in driving was a priority for him which he passed on to his family.

On November 17, 1947 he married Jeanette Nelson at St. Raphael Cathedral.  She preceded him in death on November 14, 2017, just three days shy of their 70th wedding anniversary.  Dave and Jeanette lived on Broadway Street in Dubuque for most of their married life.

Dave was first and foremost a family man.  He was loyal and dedicated to his wife, Jeanette, and their nine children and many grandchildren.  Throughout his life he was a hard worker who served his family, sacrificing to give his children a better life.  While not highly educated, he was a wise man, teaching his family the value of a dollar while putting his kids through college.  He always enjoyed going through ads, clipping coupons, and finding a good deal.  Dave Elgin wrote the book on common sense.

In his younger years, he was an accomplished fast pitch softball player, and was recently nominated to the Dubuque Fast Pitch Softball Hall of Fame.  He was a dedicated Catholic, a lifelong member of Holy Ghost, and was a past president of the Wahlert Booster Club.

In their early years, Dave and Jeanette enjoyed swing dancing at the Melody Mill and The Circle; and in their later years, they took up ballroom dancing.  Dave and Jeanette also enjoyed playing Euchre with family and friends.
Dave loved animals.  He enjoyed walking with his dog while visiting the neighborhood squirrels, chipmunks and birds.  He loved giving treats to his grand pets.

Dave is survived by eight children:  David (Mary) Elgin of Cedar Rapids, IA; Dennis (Roma) Elgin of Seal Beach, CA; Dr. Drew (Tina) Elgin of Frisco, CO; Denice (Kevin) Rhomberg of Mentor, OH; Doreen (Jeff) Barta of Cedar Rapids, IA; Denette Kellogg of Dubuque; Darla (Gregory Maisel) Elgin of Woodbury, MN; and Darcy (Randy) Jones of Woodbury, MN; and many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is also survived by a sister, Nancy Schueller, and a brother, John Elgin, both of Dubuque.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette; daughter, Diane DeMaio; parents, Aloysius and Marie Elgin; stepmother, Louise Elgin; three brothers, Larry, Gary, and Norman Elgin; and his beloved dog Brutus.

Memorials may be made to the Dubuque Humane Society or the Carnegie-Stout Public Library.

For more information, or to leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Nancy K. Meisenburg

Nancy K. (Richmon) Meisenburg, age 54, of Dubuque, passed away as the result of a car accident at 2:29 p.m., on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at MercyOne Dubuque.  To celebrate Nancy’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday, at Behr Funeral Home, with Pastor Lynn Spicer officiating.

Nancy was born on June 27, 1967, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Simon and Clara (Fast) Richmon.

Nancy attended school in Dubuque before starting her family.  She had 4 wonderful daughters, who meant the world to her.  When the girls starting having their own babies Nancy was overjoyed to become a doting grandma.  She had special nicknames for all of them and called them her “kissy-face” grandchildren.  Her family was truly her whole world.  She loved spending time with everyone and traveling, especially to visit her sister, Tammy, in Indiana.  She was a kindhearted woman who always put the needs of others before her own.  She had a goofy personality which made her the life of the party and always kept everyone laughing.  Nancy took meticulous care of her own home and devoted her working career to housekeeping.  When she found some time for herself, Nancy enjoyed spending time in the great outdoors and loved to go walking.  We are heartbroken at losing our wonderful mom, grandma and sister at the young age of 54.  The world was definitely a better place because Nancy was here, and she will be missed more than words can say.

Those left to cherish Nancy’s memory include

her children,
Tammy Meisenburg,
Nancy Jo Meisenburg,
Amber (Michael) Feldman
and Catherine Meisenburg, all of Dubuque, IA;

14 grandchildren, with baby Emmanuel on the way;
Desirea, Noah, Lorenzo, Landon, Savana, Aurora, DavinaClaire, Kal-El, Lex Luthor, Kara, Abrianna, Clara, Aria and Cayden;

her siblings,
Mary Jo (Larry) Gearheart, Dubuque, IA,
Janet (Bob) Trickler, Rockford, IL,
Tammy (Dave) Kluesner, Indiana,
Martha (Paul) Schmidt, Epworth, IA
and Matthew Richmon, Dubuque, IA;

a special niece,
Gracie;

and her best friend,
Anthony Livens, Dubuque, IA.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Rosie Brandenburg; a nephew, Justin Schmidt; and a cousin, Victoria Carner.

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

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

Phoebe C. Shepherd

Phoebe C. (Casey) Shepherd, age 86, of Olin, Iowa, passed away at 10:48 p.m., on Friday, December 3, 2021, at UnityPoint Health St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids.  To celebrate Phoebe’s life, family and friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon, on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, with Deacon John Stierman officiating.  Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon, on Thursday, at Behr Funeral Home.

Phoebe was born on April 30, 1935, in Dubuque, daughter of John Harold and Viola (Harris) Casey.

Phoebe was raised in Dubuque where she graduated from Dubuque Senior High School.  She married John William Eimer, and they had 5 children together in the first 3 years, which in those days was quite a challenge, and later added 3 more children to the family.  They later divorced and she remarried Jim Lippstock in 1970, then Fred Livens in 1977.  She lastly married Bill Shepherd in 1993, and they were together for 24 years, before he sadly passed away in 2017.  Luckily, all of her children would reconnect in 1987, allowing Phoebe to reconnect with them.  She started working as a candy striper at Mercy Hospital, becoming an LPN and going on to do in home care for the elderly.  Phoebe’s faith was important to her and she enjoyed attending church and singing in the choir.  She also liked Coca Cola, chocolate and anything that was the color red.  We are saddened at losing Phoebe, but know that she is now resting peacefully, free of all of the health challenges she has faced these past years.

Those left to cherish Phoebe’s memory include

her children,
James, Donny, Nancy, Mike, Chris, Mitzi and Jane;

and her 20 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.

Phoebe was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bill Shepherd; a son, Danny Young; a sister, Betty, a brother-in-law, Ray; and a nephew, John.

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

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

Donald M. Furuseth

Donald Maxwell Furuseth, 90, of Bernard, Iowa, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021 at River Bend Retirement Community in Cascade.

A celebration of life will begin at 11 a.m. on Monday, December 13, 2021, with a visitation from 9-11 a.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, Dubuque, Iowa. Burial will follow at the Dubuque Memorial Gardens with military honors by Dubuque Marine Corps League, and Epworth’s American Legion John White Post 650. The family encourages mask wearing when attending.

Donald was born on March 15, 1931 in Nashua, Iowa to Oscar and Neva (Coburn) Furuseth. He graduated from high school in Willow Springs, Missouri. He then went on to serve in the United States Marine Corps from 1951-1954 in Korea. On January 17, 1959, Donald married Nancy Harberg at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa.  He was employed as a long-distance semi-driver, and was a member of Teamster when he drove for Ruan Transportation Management Systems. He was also a member of the American Legion John White Post 650.

After his family, his next love was the open road. He enjoyed good times with friends and family, and was always there to lend a helping hand whenever needed.

He is survived by his four daughters Susie (Don) Naderman of LaMotte, IA, Julie (Brian) Goetzinger of Maquoketa, IA, Wendy (Randy) Bergfeld of Cascade, IA, and Cindy (John) Peacock of Dubuque; 12 grandchildren Becky (Paul) Nowachek, Rachel and Amanda Naderman, Bridget (Michael Nims), Brittany, Brielle, Brianna Goetzinger, Heather (Justin) Goedken, Hunter (Rachel Pasker) Bergfeld, Ashley McAvan, Cody (Katlyn) Peacock, Abby (Chad) Dye; 12 great-grandchildren Emmett and Sam Nowachek, Bennett Goetzinger, Emma and Coy Goedken, Jazlynn and Jace Peacock, Calvin and Max McAvan, Madalynn Parker, Greenlee Peacock, and Wyatt Dye; and two sisters-in-law Pat and Margaret Furuseth.

He is preceded in death by his wife Nancy; his parents; mother and father-in-law; brothers Owen, Dean, and Leslie Furuseth; brother-in-law Art Harberg; sisters-in-law Lorrain Furuseth, and Jean Harberg; and grandsons Travis Bergfeld, and John Peacock III.

A special thanks to Above & Beyond Home Health Care and Hospice, and River Bend Retirement Community.

Janaan P. Eudaley

Janaan Patricia (Apel) Eudaley, age 94 passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 7 at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque, IA.  A private family service will be held at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Jan was born on June 24, 1927, in Dubuque daughter of Francis and Angeline (Herkes) Apel. She would later marry John C. Eudaley, the love of her life for 73 years. Jan and John moved to Dyersville in 1966 and would eventually retire to their dream home in Guttenberg, IA overlooking the Mississippi River. Jan worked at the Dubuque Packing Co. for 30 years and would later work at Front Street Limited in Guttenberg. Jan loved spending time with family and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and an avid cook.

Surviving is her son, Rick Eudaley (Deb Osterhaus), Miromar Lakes, FL, two granddaughters, Jodi (Doug) Klostermann, Dyersville, IA; and Wendy (Brent) Wright, Miromar Lakes, FL. Her great-grandchildren Cole Klostermann, Conner Klostermann (Lauren Faust), Brittni Wright, and Madison Wright. A sister Diane Post, of Hastings, Minn., a sister in-law Norma Apel, of Dubuque, many nieces and nephews and her special friend, Bill Frederick of Dubuque.

She is preceded in death by her husband John; parents Francis and Angeline (Herkes) Apel, brother Francis Apel, sister Norma Beam, brothers-in-law William Beam, and Robert Post.

The family request no flowers. Please mail memorial donations in Jan’s name to the Dubuque Humane Society; 4242 Chavenelle Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002

The family would like to thank Hospice, the Nurses and Staff at Stonehill Care Center, and everyone at Assisi Village who were so wonderful in caring for Jan. Also, a big thank you to all Jan’s friends that called her nearly every day and helped her through her difficult times.

Chester Nainys

Chester “Chet” Nainys, 82, of Galena, IL, passed away on December 6, 2021. A private family ceremony will be held at a later date. Cremation rites will be accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

Chet always had a joke for anyone who would listen and was passionate about all sports, especially the Chicago Bears, Cubs, and Blackhawks.

He is survived by his wife Joyce of Galena; his daughter, Michelle (Scott) Bunyer of Pewaukee, WI; and his grandchildren, Allison and Joshua.

He was preceded in death by his son Mike Nainys and his parents Bruno and Elena Nainys.

Memorial donations in celebration of his life may be made to Hospice of Dubuque. Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Danielle M. McGurn

Danielle Marie (Hefel) McGurn, 42, of East Dubuque, IL unexpectedly gained her “Red Bird Wings” after a brief illness on December 3rd, 2021.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 9th, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 10th, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory with Deacon Bill Biver officiating. The family request no flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Danielle (Hefel) McGurn memorial fund and mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

Danielle was born on July 16th, 1979 in Dubuque, IA to Dan and Kathy Hefel. She graduated from East Dubuque High School in 1998. Danielle went on to the University of Wisconsin-Platteville, where she earned a degree in Communications and Photography in 2003.

Danielle married Michael McGurn on June 29th, 2013 in Dubuque and she was then blessed with Peityn Lorraine McGurn in October 2015. Peityn instantly became the center of Danielle’s world, they were inseparable. They most enjoyed going to see family and friends in addition to shopping trips together (especially to the “Blue Store”). Danielle had a passion for taking photos (always sure to take plenty) and loved rooting on the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Danielle will always be remembered for her quick wit but will be forever known for her enormous heart of gold. She was always there, willing to help anyone in whatever way that she possibly could, and she was the best listener someone could ever have. She was truly an amazing mother, sister, daughter, and friend.

Those left to honor Danielle’s memory include her daughter Peityn Lorraine McGurn and husband Mike. Her siblings Jolene (Jason) Timmerman, Nicole Hefel, and Brian Hefel all of East Dubuque. Her nieces, nephews, and great-nieces all of which she treated as her own. Her Godmother, Delaine Gartner, as well as her many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Danielle was preceded in death by her parents Daniel and Kathleen (Maus) Hefel, her grandparents, and her Godfather, Gerald “Jerry” Rapp.

The family would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of love and support, it is much appreciated and navigating these difficult times wouldn’t be possible without it. Also, a special thanks to the Menominee-Dunleith Fire Department, volunteers, and first responders.