Obituaries Archive

Gloria J. Weydert

Gloria Jean Weydert, 74, of Dubuque, Iowa, went to be with the Lord on February 11th, 2022.

Family and friends may gather from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Word of Life Church where a service will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Loren Hirschy officiating. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Gloria was born on February 3, 1948, in Dubuque to Joseph and Dorthy (Hagensten) Bradley. She attended Dubuque Senior High School, and was united in marriage to Paul Weydert on April 21, 1966, in Allegan, Michigan.

She ministered to many people about the Lord. She loved animals, but most importantly her dog. As an artist, she painted many murals and did woodworking making clocks.

She is survived by her husband Paul, sons David (Marie), Steven (Jumi), sisters Danna Lang and LaVane Thompson, and one brother Vance.

Gloria was preceded in death by her parents, and her in-laws Cletus and Mildred Weydert.

Thank you to Tri State Dialysis Unit, and Palliative Care Staff.

Donald D. Feltes

Donald D. Feltes, 91, of Dubuque, died Saturday, February 12, 2022, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 10:00 am – 11:00 am Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at St. Anthony Catholic Church. The family requests that all in attendance to please wear a mask.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Don will be 11:00 am Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Full military honors will be rendered by the Marine Corps League and the Iowa National Guard Honor Guard.

Don was born August 15, 1930, in Dubuque, the son of George M. and Rose C. (Michel) Feltes. On September 14, 1957, he married Mary M. Savary in St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Don graduated from Loras Academy in 1949.

He was a proud U.S. Marines Veteran, serving during the Korean War from January 30, 1952 until January 15, 1954.

He was a meat cutter at Thompson’s Meat Market, A&P and later worked at Barnstead Thermolyne.

Don was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church.  He was a past member of the V.F.W., Marine Corps League, American Legion Post #6, Dubuque Eagles Club (Fraternal Order of Eagles), Local 704 Electrical Workers, Meat Cutters Union #431, St. Mary’s Parish and their Holy Name Society.

Don was an avid hunter, enjoyed bowling and fishing and loved his dog, Crickett. Don and Mary enjoyed traveling extensively throughout the United States and Canada.

Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Mary, of Dubuque; godchildren, Ruth Lang, Mark Feltes, and Patty Beyer and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Ivan Feltes, Lester Feltes, and Eldred Feltes; three sisters, Velma Corbett, Ruth Hayes and Betty Savary; his father and mother-in-law, John H. and Loretta (Penning) Savary and his best pal, the Bassett Hound, Crickett.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions to the Donald D. Feltes Memorial Fund.

The family wishes to extend their great appreciation to Hospice of Dubuque, the entire staff at Stonehill and Dr. Cao for their exceptional care of Don.

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

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

Robert B. Dorsey

Robert B. “Bob” Dorsey, 93, of Mesa, Arizona, and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, January 29, 2022, in Mesa, Arizona.

A celebration of his life will be held at 2 P.M., Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the funeral on Thursday from 1 P.M. to 2 P.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the East Iron Hill Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.  Casketbearers will be his grandchildren, Scott Mize, Trina Thompson, Brian Thompson, Christy Kernen, Lauren Naeve, Lance Dorsey, Jennifer Swift, Skylar Dorsey and Robert Dorsey.

Robert Bruce Dorsey was born on December 22, 1928 in Canadian, Texas to Robert Benjamin and Clara Margaret (Thiesen) Dorsey.  He was a 1946 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  He married Marcella Morehead Dague on August 17, 2002 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  She preceded him in death on March 9, 2017.

“Bob” had worked for National Livestock Company from 1954 to 1968 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, then Hannibal Livestock Sales from 1968 to 1969 in Hannibal, Missouri, then Hayes Livestock Sales in Chillicothe, Missouri from 1969 to 1970, and lastly Dorsey Livestock Company in Maquoketa, Iowa, from 1970 to 1996.

“Bob” had been a member of the Oklahoma Livestock Association, Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association, and the East Iron Hill Community Church.  He enjoyed western horseback riding and calf roping, sports of all kinds, playing cards, board and table games, and recreational and shuffleboard competitions.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Karen (William) Mize of Apache Junction, AZ, Tom (Sue) Dorsey of Hannibal, MO, Pamela (Bill) Thompson of Casa Grande, AZ, and James (Denise) Dorsey of Kingsland, TX; 12 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Marcella, sister Evelyn Hopkins, and a grandson Jeremiah Thompson.

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

James Bush

James Bush, 90, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on February 8, 2022 at home.

Family and friends may gather from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 14th, 2022 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a sharing time will be at 2:00 p.m. Military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

James was born on August 25, 1931, in Dubuque, son of Dallas and Isabell (Hahn)Bush. He attended elementary school in Dubuque, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his first wife Joan Allen. He married Sandra (Bainbridge) on July 7, 1992, Jim was a loving husband to Sandra.

After school, James worked for Coca Cola Co. and ITT Die Hard Manufacturing before going to John Deere.

He served in the Marines for four years, as well as the Air Force for four years. James was a Korean Conflict veteran.

He loved the Marines and was a member of the Marine Corps League. He was a Bugler for TAPS at funerals.

James is survived by his wife Sandra, daughter Kelly (Steve) Frye, grandchildren Jenny (Mike) Frye Armbruster and Josh (Natalie) Frye, and great grandchildren Jade, Jordan, Jace, Justice, and Carter.​

He was preceded in death by his first wife Joan, daughter Tammy Widmeier, parents Dallas and Isabell, and brothers Jack, Bob, and Bill.

In lieu of flowers a James Busch memorial fund will be established.

Eugene J. Konrardy

Eugene James Konrardy, 82, of Dubuque, died Friday, February 11, 2022, at the UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:30 am – 10:30 am Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Eugene will be 10:30 am Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Entombment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery at a later date. Full military honors will be rendered by the Dubuque Marine Corps League and the Iowa Army National Guard Honor Guard. The mass 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.

Eugene was born December 15, 1939, in Dubuque, the son of Raymond and Leona (McDermott) Konrardy. On July 6, 1963, he married Catherine “Cathy” Ann Schmitz in Saint Andrew Catholic Church, Tennyson, Wisconsin.

Eugene earned his GED while serving his nation in the United States Army during the Vietnam era. When he returned from the service he worked at Caradco and then was hired at John Deere, Dubuque and retired as a supervisor in 1992. After his retirement he began to buy, sell and refinish antiques. He loved restoring old furniture. He also spent a lot of time on the golf course at Birchwood.

He liked to travel and camp with his family, he traveled to Europe several times with his wife, Cathy. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He spent many hours in his shop with his scroll saw, making many beautiful pieces for family and friends. He was a member of the KC’s, The Moose and Dubuque Business Men’s Association.

Survivors include his wife, Catherine “Cathy” Ann Konrardy of Dubuque; daughter, Cynthia Ann (Douglas) Mellon of Dubuque; son, Eric Eugene (Tracy) Konrardy of Bernard; five grandchildren, Miranda Mellon, Dylan Mellon, Blake Konrardy, Alex Konrardy and Emma Konrardy; two great-grandchildren, Sophia Mellon and Hadlei Rannels; his siblings, Gerald (Betty) Konrardy, Marie Knape, Lloyd (LeeAnn) Konrardy, Norma Jean Schuster, Roger (Ruth) Konrardy and Phillip (Kay) Konrardy; sister-in-law, MaryLou Konrardy; brother-in-law Roger Manders and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Marvin (Elaine) Konrardy, Kenneth Konrardy, Richard Konrardy, Neil Konrardy, Linda Manders and Sheila Konrardy; and two brothers-in-law, Robert Knape and Merlin Schuster.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions to the family or Holy Spirit Parish.

The family wishes to extend their great appreciation to the entire nursing and medical staff at UnityPoint Health-Finley Hospital for their exceptional care of Eugene.

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

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

Marita E. Theisen

Marita E. Theisen, 86, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, February 9, 2022, from complications of Alzheimer’s Disease at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm Friday, February 18, 2022, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Marita will be 10:30 am Saturday, February 19, 2022, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church with Father Paul Attah-Nsiah as the Celebrant. Entombment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery Masouleum.

Marita was born on September 13, 1935, in Dubuque, daughter of George and Francis (Junk) Sear.  She graduated high school from Visitation Academy in 1953.  After graduating from high school, Marita worked as a legal secretary.  Marita met the love of her life in 1953, Leo A. “Jim” Theisen.  They were engaged before he enlisted in the Army.  While Jim was in France, Marita recorded a song of herself singing Unchained Melody, sent it to him in France, and it became their song for their entire married life.

They married on November 24, 1956, at Nativity Catholic Church in Dubuque.  After their first child, Marita chose to give up her career to become a dedicated wife and mother.

She cherished her role as a mother and grandmother.  Marita found joy in attending and cheering on all her six children at their events, as well as volunteering at their schools. Marita was devoted to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She had such a magical way to calm and soothe newborns and crying babies that she was affectionately known within the family as the baby whisperer.  Inspired by the love and care she provided, the Marita E. Theisen Childcare Center was established in Dubuque in her honor by her children.

She was an avid bowler, she enjoyed traveling, playing cards, games, singing, played the violin and piano.  Marita was also a devoted daughter, as she spent countless hours supporting her mother who also passed as a result of Alzheimers. She was a devout Catholic and long-time parishioner of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church.  Marita was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by her family.  She left a beautiful legacy of faith and family.  Marita and Jim were both generous supporters and donors of numerous local charities and non-profit organizations, as well as national and international causes.

Surviving is her husband, Jim; two daughters, Jody (John) Randall of St. Charles, MO, and Sharon (Dale) Hagel of Medical Lake, WA; four sons, Chris (Pam) Theisen and Scott (Julia) Theisen, both of Dubuque, Tony (Sue) Theisen of Peosta, IA, and Jay (Julia) Theisen of Bloomington, MN; 21 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Karen (Pat) Dillion of East Dubuque, IL, and Sandra (Jon) Billington of Dubuque; and a brother, George (Marny) Sear of Glen Ellyn, IL.

Marita was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Charlene McDermott and Nancy Sear who died in infancy.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Hospice of Dubuque, Stonehill Caregivers Center, St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, and the Marita Theisen Childcare Center.

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 Marita’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Stacy M. Schmitz

Stacy M. Schmitz passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at the University of Iowa Hospitals with her family at her side. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 p.m., Monday, February 14, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home, 2659 JFK Rd., Dubuque. Private funeral services and burial at Resurrection Cemetery will be on Tuesday.

Stacy was born on February 18,1970 at Mercy Hospital, Dubuque, to Donna and Terry Beresford. She graduated from Wahlert High School in Dubuque, Iowa. Stacy married Luke Schmitz on June 9th, 1995 at the Basilica of St. Francis, Dyersville. Stacy worked at the East Dubuque Savings Bank until she started her in-home daycare.  She loved children and cared for so many through the years and loved them all like her own. Many of her daycare families became lifelong friends. Stacy was very devoted to her family, she was happiest when she was
with her husband and all of her kids were together. She was loved deeply by her grandchildren as Mimi and shared a special bond with each of them. She would light up when hearing they were coming over. Stacy’s family will remember how special she made every holiday and birthday for them.

Stacy is survived by her husband, Luke, of Dubuque, IA; six children, Katie (Jacob) Schoop, of Dubuque, IA, Lindsey (Michael) Kessler, of Chicago, IL, Sarah Schmitz (Joe Schueller), of Dubuque, IA,  Hannah Schmitz (Austin Kluck), of Dubuque, IA, Matthew Schmitz, of Dubuque, IA, and Grace Schmitz, of Dubuque, IA; seven grandchildren, Ava, Lyla, Jaxon, William, and Evelyn Scoop, and baby Charlie Kessler arriving soon; her parents, Donna and Terry Beresford, of Dubuque, IA; her father-in-law, Phil Schmitz, of Dyersville, IA; her brothers, Todd (Sherri) Beresford, of Chagrin Falls, OH; and Jamie Beresford (Tiffany Ramos), of Dubuque; brothers and sisters-in-laws, Mike (Mary) Schmitz, of Oak Hill, VA, Mary Carol (David) Morkel, of Independence, IA, Janet (Todd) Gansmer, of Eldridge, IA, Mark (Kristen) Schmitz, of Wisconsin Dells, WI, Elizabeth (Eugene) Pisacreta, of Greenwich, CT, Sarah (Kurt) Wedewer, of Dubuque, IA, Joseph (Michelle) Schmitz, of Wisconsin Dells, WI, Matthew Schmitz, of Dyersville, IA, John (Anne) Schmitz, of Wisconsin Dells, WI, James (Rasa) Schmitz, of Wisconsin Dells, WI, and Phillip (Julie) Schmitz, of Reedsburg, WI; and 39 nieces and nephews.

Stacy is preceded in death by her mother-in-law, Ann Schmitz; her precious baby Sophie; and her grandparents.
A memorial fund has been established in her name.

Stacy’s family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the support and love from family and friends during this difficult time.

A beautiful life has come to an end.
She died as she lived, everyone’s friend.
In our hearts a memory will always be kept
of the one we loved, and will never forget.
Our love will be with her always.

Lonny A. Gilmore

Lonny A. Gilmore, 74, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, February 9, 2022, at Country Manor Memory Care Center in Davenport, Iowa.

A celebration of Lonny’s life will be held at 11 A.M., Thursday, February 17, 2022, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will be at the East Iron Hill Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Lonny Alan Gilmore was born on September 19, 1947 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Benjamin F. and Rosalie J. (Edwards) Gilmore.  He was a 1965 graduate of Maquoketa High School and served his country in the United States Army Reserves.  He married Nancy Jean Busch on February 9, 1969 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  Two children were born to this union, Jeff and Mike.

Lonny had first worked for Ruan Transportation for 11 years from 1970 to 1981.  He then owned and operated Gilmore Dry Cleaners in Maquoketa for over 30 years, retiring in 2013.

Lonny was a member of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, and a former member of the Maquoketa Country Club.  He enjoyed golfing, computers, flying, drag racing and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Nancy Gilmore of Maquoketa, IA; sons, Jeff (Julie) Gilmore of Mount Pleasant, IA, and Mike (Kimm) Gilmore of West Liberty, IA; 4 grandchildren, Jenna, Josie, Kamryn and Melanie; and a brother, Charles (Phyllis) Gilmore of Maquoketa, IA.  He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Kimberly.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to any area Dementia association or hospice of the donor’s choice.

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

Edwin A. Schick

Edwin Adam Schick, 100, died on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at Luther Manor. Visitation will be at 10:30am with a memorial service following at 11:30am on Monday, February 21 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Dubuque, IA where Pastor Schick had worshipped for half a century. Burial will be in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Eureka, SD.

The son of John A. and Christina (Beck) Schick, Edwin was born on May 7, 1921, on the family farm in Campbell County, South Dakota. He attended a one-room rural school; then high school in Eureka, SD; Wartburg College, Waverly, IA; Wartburg Theological Seminary, Dubuque, IA; and finally, Princeton Theological Seminary, Princeton, NJ where he earned a Ph.D. in New Testament Studies.

Of German-Russian descent, Edwin Schick married Barbara Jane Anderson of Norwegian ancestry at State College, PA, July 30, 1948. Their three children are Linda S. (Dennis Thomann) Liedtke of Coralville, IA, John A. (Renee) Schick, of Dubuque and Robert Schick. There are no grandchildren.

Ordained as Pastor of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in 1946, Dr. Schick spent his professional life on the faculties of Wartburg College and Wartburg Theological Seminary. As professor at the Seminary, he was also Dean of the Faculty, Acting President briefly, and Director of the Denver House of Studies. Upon assignment from the national Church’s Board of Missions he completed a “Mid-East Research Project,” an outgrowth in part of the cross-cultural experience gained by a year’s study in Jerusalem, archaeological work for several seasons in Jordan, Syria, and Israel/Palestine, and an appointment as Annual Professor at the American Center of Oriental Research in Amman, Jordan.

Dr. Schick devoted considerable study to the book of Revelation. His commentary Revelation-The Last Book of the Bible was published by Fortress Press in 1977.

Retired in 1986 from Wartburg Seminary but not from teaching, Prof. Schick taught for three years in Nigeria and Ethiopia, part of the time under call of the Church’s Board of Missions. Locally, for more than twenty years, he met weekly with Lutheran Pastors in sermon-oriented Bible study. He served as assistant pastor for several years at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Dubuque up to the age of 80.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; a brother, Ruben, in infancy; brothers, Otto and Milbert; and sisters, Alma Keszler, Martha Conlon, and Elsie Heilman.

Kenneth R. Snodgrass

Kenneth R. Snodgrass, King of the Water Fight, pun-master, prankster, actor and singer took his final curtain call on February 10, 2022.  A private service was held at Resurrection Church.

Ken was born on May 30, 1940, to Roland and Lula (O’Dell) Snodgrass and his older brothers, Dale and Clare.  He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1958 and truly enjoyed emceeing and catching up with classmates at reunions. Ken managed a great group at Crescent Electric for 44 years where he did everything “soon” and made many friendships.

He married his costar, Carole (Pins) on October 10, 1964.  Together they had two amazing, brilliant, kind-hearted daughters and two other ones. In order of appearance: Cheryl, Denise, Kathy, and Deanne.

Dad had a definite flair for entertaining.  We thought he was famous when he was as an extra in F.I.S.T.  Dad also performed in stage productions at Grand Opera House, Main Street Players, Bell Tower Theater, and murder mystery dinners. He was thrilled that he passed on that passion to his daughter, Cheryl, and granddaughter, Alyssa.  He made sure his daughters were proficient in the box step. He loved Resurrection Church and devoted his time lectoring and singing in the choir.

Ken was very community oriented. You might have met him through Rotary (Paul Harris Fellow), Toastmasters (President), Junior Achievement (Board member), Republican Central Committee (Chairman), the Hospice Foundation Board or his mentorship of entrepreneurs through S.C.O.R.E. He issued many grammar citations. So, we now can (not ‘may’) go out to eat (anywhere but Carole’s Kitchen!) and when asked, we did good (not ‘well’).

“Mr. Snodgrass” was the fun dad to all our friends.  He was easy to provoke with his temper that ran zero to 100 at the speed of a snowball hitting his station wagon.

April Fool’s Day will always be our holiday.  We will honor you with pranks that will simultaneously make you ashamed and proud of us.

Those of us left to remember your humorous sayings and warm heart: wife, Carole; daughter, Cheryl (and Mika) Snodgrass; daughter, Denise and Dan (Felly) Leibfried and their children Jake (Sydney Azim) Leibfried, Alyssa (Tanner) Norby, and Brody Leibfried; daughter, Kathy and Joe Bitter and their children Sophie and Daniel; daughter, Deanne and Eric Bowman and their children Sydney and Ryland. Ken’s brother Clare (Joan) Snodgrass; beloved widow of Dale, Mickie (Dan) Leibfried; Carole’s dear friend and sister-in-law, Jan Pins; and nieces and nephews.

As lonely as it makes us, as much as no holiday or get-together will ever be the same without you: Ma has some warm oatmeal cookies ready, Pop and Dale are waiting to hunt and fish, Art and Marge Pins have a Rusty Nail cocktail for you, and Tom Pins is holding your slot machine.

We know you are running around and playing kick-the-can on Alpine Street, dancing without your daughters making fun of you, and finding out what happened to Old Walt.  And Dad, would you strum your guitar and sing your girls to sleep once in a while? ♪ …”then sings my soul”…♫

Please honor Ken by reaching out of your comfort zone to mentor someone, share a smile or joke, attend a live theater production, or initiate a water fight. We appreciate all the memories, stories and kind words you have to share with us on Ken’s page at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Charles W. Dupree

Charles W. Dupree, 52, of Galena IL passed away on January 21st after a valiant battle with cholangiocarcinoma cancer. He passed in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Charlie was born on August 22, 1969, to Betty and Marvin Dupree in Chicago, IL. He attended both Jahn Elementary School and Carl Schurz High School before moving on to marry the love of his life, Jennifer Dupree, in Chicago, June 30, 1995. Charlie and Jennifer had three children, Joshua, Dylan, and Kayla and they were the center of his life. He moved with Jennifer and the kids to Galena in 2003 where they made their home. There was not much Charlie could not do and he held several jobs over the years; including working for the Illinois Tollway where he drove a snowplow and maintained the tollway. It was after moving to Galena that Charlie began his 10-year career with the Canadian National Railroad where he made many friends that helped make up for the time he had to spend away from his family. But the best thing about working for the CN was that since he was on the rail gang, he often ended up working in the Tennessee area near where his mom and several of his siblings lived. Charlie dearly loved his Tennessee family and enjoyed getting to have this time with them. He was able to do lots of fishing with his mom, his fishing partner, hanging out with his siblings, and just being with the nieces and nephews. This was the only time he could be content while having to be away from home. Sitting still or being idle was not for Charlie! He was a man on the move and always kept busy, if possible, with numerous interests and hobbies. If he was not fishing, he was getting ready to go fishing; or possibly cooking, gardening, or working in his yard. Another love for Charlie was the Cubs. There was no bigger Cubs fan and no one anywhere who was more excited when they won the World Series. Finally!! Charlie loved music of ALL kinds and he really loved to sing, even songs from kids’ movies. All his friends and family can tell you about his singing. Charlie never met a stranger, and he had the biggest heart in the world. There was never a more positive person and he always put his family first. He would tell you that they were his everything. He always had a sense of humor and to know him was to love him. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Charlie is survived by his beloved wife, Jennifer Dupree, his children, Joshua, Dylan, and Kayla all of Galena, and his daughter, Kristen, and granddaughter, Joslyn of Carol Stream, IL. He also leaves behind his dear Mom, Betty Dupree, and siblings, Patricia, Elizabeth, Thomas, Bobby Ray, and James and many nieces, nephews, and a big host of extended family and friends.

Charlie is preceded in death by his father, Marvin Dupree, stepfather, Ray Mathis, brother, Clarence “Punk” Dupree, and nephew Peter “Monk” Halan.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Robert C. Ender

Robert C. “Bob” Ender, 67, of Dubuque passed away Saturday, February 5, 2022.  Private services will be held later in May.

Bob was born September 6,1954 in Dubuque, son of Carl and Rosemary (Siemke) Ender.  Bob was self employed at Ender’s diagnostic, 20th and Central Ave., for over 30 years where he had a great friend and mentor, John Kretz.

He retired in 2008 after suffering a stroke; but found a new place to hang his hat across the street at the Auto Ranch.  Thank you to Jim Leslein for being so good to Bob.

Bob was a loving son, husband father and brother.  If you were lucky enough to have known Bob, you loved him.

Bob leaves behind his wife, Kim; sons, Rob, Eric, and Jamie Ender; extended family, Lynnann and Dan Tangeri and Ron and Julie Kohn; eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.

He is also survived by his siblinigs, Terry Wright, Sheila Donovan and Sandy Skahill and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Larry Ender and a sister, Mary (Siemke) Wilson.

In lieu of flowers, a Robert Ender Memorial Fund has been established.

Gerald M. Spensley

Gerald M. “Jerry” Spensley, 83, of Galena, IL, formerly of Scales Mound, IL, passed away on Monday, February 7, 2022 at home.

Funeral services will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, February 11, 2022 at the Miller-Steinke Funeral Home in Scales Mound, with Adam Mostert officiating.  Burial will be in the Scales Mound Twp. Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 9:30 – 11:15 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home.

Gerald was born November 2, 1938 in Shullsburg, WI, the son of E. Melvin and Marie M. (Distler) Spensley. Jerry was a graduate of Scales Mound High School, the class of 1956.

He was formerly employed at Lemfco Foundry in Galena for 17 years, later at Walmart in Galena, from where he retired, after 17 years of service.

Gerald was a 50 year member of the Galena Elks Lodge # 882. He enjoyed watching his nephew Tim’s cattle and giving them treats. Jerry would travel to see his brother Curtis and family in Geneseo, IL, and was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, where he served as a Deacon and was a member of the Session.

Surviving are his siblings, Dianne (Vern) Burleson of Galena and Curtis (Bette) Spensley of Geneseo; nieces and nephews, Tim (Jackie) Wickler, Karin Rink, Chris (Kristen) Spensley and Josh (Becky) Spensley; and many great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, E. Melvin and Marie.

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

Veron J. Miller

Veron J. (Hoes) Miller of Dubuque, Iowa made a peaceful transition into eternal life on Sunday, February 6, 2022.

To celebrate Veron’s life, family and friends may visit from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 13, 2022 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, Dubuque, where a wake service will be held at 2:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 14th, 2022 at St. Joseph The Worker with Fr. James Goerend officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Veron was born June 11, 1920 in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Clara (Fahndrick) Hoes and Earl Hoes. She married Harold O. “Bing” Miller on June 1, 1946 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Dubuque. They celebrated almost 68 wedding anniversaries before Bing’s passing on February 27, 2014.

Veron graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1938 as Class Secretary and voted “Prettiest Girl in the Class” by her peers. She also held numerous other class office/committee positions throughout her years at Senior. Veron began her secretarial career as a legal assistant. She went on to work as a secretary at Western Auto where she met and eventually married her husband Bing. Later on, well after the birth of her three children, Veron served as Parish secretary at St. Raphael’s Cathedral, Dubuque, for 38 years. While in that capacity, Veron was granted the Benemerenti Medal by Pope John Paul Il for her years of longevity and exemplary service to the Catholic Church. During this same period of time Veron was a tax preparer at H & R Block for over 50 years earning several achievements and awards. Veron also took pride in being a member of NARFE (National Association of Retired Federal Employees).

Veron and Bing were faithful parishioners of St. Joseph The Worker Parish where Veron devoted many years as a Girl Scout Leader at St. Joseph School. Veron was an exceptional seamstress who could sew most anything from bridesmaids dresses to a hem in a garment upon request from family and friends. She was a lover of animals. There was always a pet cat (or two) in her house amongst various other critters, including a baby robin “Reddy’ who she nursed back to life after it fell out of a tree. She, along with Bing, followed their children and grandchildren to their many school, sporting and extracurricular activities over the years.

Those left to cherish Veron’s memory include her son, Glenn (Sandy) Miller of Tampa, Florida; daughters Lisa (W. Paul) Woodward and Janelle (Chad) Cox of Dubuque. Her grandchildren, Tara Miller Schisler (Ryan Schisler), Grant (Carrington) Miller, Alex Miller; Will Woodward, Caroline Woodward; Stephanie Cox, Blake Cox. Her great-grandchildren Jaylen Miller, “Baby Girl” Miller on the way, and Ava Schisler. Also, many wonderful nieces and nephews.

Veron was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Harold O. “Bing” Miller, her sister Arline (Ray) Leuschner, sisters-in-law Irene (Fergie) Hannan and Kathryn (Bernie) Finn, as well as special nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers a Veron J. Miller memorial fund has been established.

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

Evelyn G. Stieber

Evelyn “Evie” Gloria Stieber, 89, of Dubuque, stepped into heaven on Tuesday, February 8, at Bell Tower Retirement Community, East Dubuque, IL.

Visitation will be from 9:00-11:00a.m., Friday, February 11, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00a.m. Entombment will be in the Resurrection Garden Mausoleum, Mount Calvary Cemetery. The family kindly requests all guests wear masks and observe social distancing.  Condolences may be shared at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Evie’s story began November 25, 1932 in Dubuque. She was the sixth of eight daughters born to Carl and Evelyn E. (Stillmunks) Schrup. She married Jerome “Romie” Stieber on May 29, 1954. He preceded her in death on September 1, 2000.

Evie graduated from St. Joseph Academy, and went to work at the Dubuque County Courthouse, where she met her husband Romie. Later in life Evie attended secretarial school at NITI (NICC) and worked as a receptionist for several companies in the Tri-State area. Evie was also an active member of Dubuque County Right to Life.

She was a faithful Catholic and was devoted to Jesus and the Blessed Mother. Evie served as a Lay Missionary for the Eternal Word. Evie formed many close friendships, especially with Polly Splinter and others in her group.  She enjoyed crochet, knitting, making missionary rosaries, and playing the piano. Evie, known as “DeeDee” to her family, was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and will be sadly missed.

Evie is survived by her children, Carla Jon (Wesley) Galliart, of East Dubuque, IL, Eva Lynn (Jerry) Vize, of Dubuque, Tracy Rose Stieber, of Washington, D.C., and Jerome “Jory” Stieber, of Bethesda, MD; seven grandchildren, Wendy, Heather, Austin, Melinda, Andrew, Danielle, and Dylan; eleven great grandchildren; her sisters, Mary Kay “Shatzie” Speak, of Davenport, IA, and Karen (Mike) Pauly of Winterset, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; and her sisters, Rita Palen, Dorothy Brown, Arlys Runde, Elizabeth Schrup, and Sally Ryan.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family for a later donation to Evie’s favorite charities.

Evie’s family wishes to extend a most heartfelt thank you to all the staff at Bell Tower Retirement Community and Hospice of Dubuque for all the love and care given to Evie.