Obituaries Archive

Linda L. Holmgren

Linda L. Holmgren, 80, of Dubuque and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at ManorCare in Dubuque. 

Friends and family may gather for “One Last Party”® in remembrance of Linda on Friday, October 22, 2021, from 5 to 7 P.M. in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Cremation has taken place.  A private family burial will be held at East Iron Hill Cemetery, rural Maquoketa.

Linda Lou Sagers was born on November 13, 1940 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Howard Jay Sagers and Lulu Winifred (Morehead) Sagers.  She was a 1958 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  She married Thor F. Holmgren on April 16, 1961 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  To this union two children were born:  Jill and Jessica.

Linda had worked for Ehlinger Insurance and Real Estate in Maquoketa during the 1970’s and then for Friedman Insurance in Dubuque from 1983 until 2002.

Linda enjoyed playing bridge, music, parties and Iowa Hawkeyes games. She also was an avid reader and crossword puzzle player.

Those left to honor Linda’s memory include her daughters, Jill (David) Fagan of St. Paul, MN, and Jessica (Brad) Pihlstrom of St. Paul, MN; 3 grandchildren Molly Fagan, Ike Pihlstrom, and Stella Pihlstrom; a sister-in-law, Pat Sagers of Tacoma, WA; and several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Thor on September 9, 2016, and brothers James and Richard Sagers.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Jeffrey J. Faulhaber

Jeffrey James Faulhaber, 54, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 30th, 2021. Jeff was sadly taken from us after a 21-month battle with cancer. He was most definitely surrounded and supported by family and many friends. He will be so incredibly missed.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 6th, 2021, at St. Joseph Church Key West with Rev. Rodney Allers officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 5th, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 2:45 p.m.

Jeff was born to Anthony Faulhaber and Carole (Frommelt) Faulhaber on April 16th, 1967.

Very much a car enthusiast from the start, he started fixing and restoring cars at the age of 16. He believed in working hard and earning what you have.

Jeff married Judy Steil (Faulhaber) on a beautiful snowy New Year’s Eve in 1994. He loved life even more from that day on!

Life spent with Jeff was filled with love, laughter, travel and card games for 6 years. Then came the second love of his life, Colin. Then, Jesse and finally his beautiful daughter, Lanie.

Jeff and his wife, Judy, purchased Big Apple Bagels in 2000. He proudly ran this business for seven years until returning to his real passion of fixing and rebuilding cars. He was such a smart and knowledgeable man, with a sense of humor like no other!

His knowledge for history, cars and music was impeccable. We would always act like we knew what he was talking about, but really, we didn’t. Jeff loved, loved music. Many people would not know this by the “Hard Rock” he listened to, but his old soul of music loved the Beatles! He has every album ever made and knew absolutely everything about every band member. He taught us all so much. He was a great husband. He was a great dad and a great provider. He would act so tough, but we knew he’d spoil his family.

Jeff would later go on to own and operate his own body shop again, Faulhaber Auto Body. He worked day and night for years. Finally cutting down to one job at Mike Finnin Motors, where he made many friends who supported him through his cancer journey.

Jeffs favorite place to be, besides a car show, was right in his back yard hanging in the pool on “Sunday Funday”, where everyone was always welcome. We have endless memories of fun and very much laughter.

He loved his mom with much admiration and respect and taught his children how important family is.

As Jeff passed away surrounded by everyone he loved, he said “This is perfect, this right here is perfect”, holding the hands of all who were dear to him.

Jeff will forever be in our hearts. Sadly, missed by his wife, Judy (Steil) Faulhaber; his children, Colin Jeffery Faulhaber, Jesse Donald Faulhaber, and Lanie Lynn Faulhaber; his mother Carole (Frommelt) Faulhaber; his sister, Laura (Dan) Murphy; Brothers, Ken Faulhaber and Steve Faulhaber. His partner in crime; Kathy (John Tharp) Steil, and the newest love of his life, his puppy Ruby.

Jeff is preceded in death by his father, Anthony Faulhaber, who taught him so much that he would never have to call a repair man. His niece Cassy Murphy, sisters-in-law, Teri Burdt and Patty O’Toole.

Cory W. Tigges

Cory William Tigges, 30, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 25, 2021, at UnityPoint Health, Finley Hospital.

Visitation will be on Sunday, October 3rd, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. where a service will be held at 4:00 p.m. with Deacon Bill Biver officiating.

Cory was born on May 27, 1991, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of William J. and Michelle (Sharkey) Tigges.

Cory was passionate about working on his car, building amps and subs and caring for his fish and cats. He adored watching his daughter Brookelynn grow as well as his niece. Cory was loved by many.

He is survived by his 10-year-old daughter Brookelynn; his father William Tigges; siblings, Jamie Tigges and Candi Tigges; his niece Wylie Hulsizer along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Cory was preceded in death by his mother Michelle Tigges, grandparents George and Mary Sharkey and Wilfred and Arla (Butch) Tigges.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the family.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff at Finley Hospital.

Philip Mary Reilly, OP

Sister Philip Mary Reilly, OP, died Sept. 28, 2021, at St. Dominic Villa, Hazel Green, Wis.

She was born May 10, 1931, to Philip and Lauretta (Reynolds) Reilly. She was given the name Marianne. There were four children. She was given the name Sister Philip Mary by the Sinsinawa Dominicans.

She is survived by nieces, nephews and her beloved Dominican family. She was a gifted linguist, receiving her doctorate in Spanish from the University of Texas (Austin) in 1972. Sister Philip Mary taught or tutored Spanish in Wisconsin, Texas and Illinois. Her commitment and love for Dominican University in River Forest, Ill., was gift to students, staff and faculty for decades. Her huge smile, delight in people and profound faith were contagious.

Services will be at Sinsinawa Oct. 4-5. Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Go now in peace, precious friend of God.

Oliver J. Kringle

Oliver James Kringle December 2, 1931 ~ September 27, 2021

Beloved Husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, Oliver James Kringle passed away September 27, 2021. He was kind, he was loved and he will be missed.

Ollie, to all who knew him, was taken from us by cancer. True to form, Ollie’s diagnosis did not stop him until the very end. He proudly continued his daily exercise regimen, and continued to search for fix-it projects to do around his home or the homes of those he loved. In his last weeks, among other things, he painted posts with his granddaughter Jacquelyn, guided his granddaughter Elizabeth and her husband Adam through various home projects, and mixed and laid cement in his driveway. He could fix or build anything. He had a uniquely humble confidence in his abilities. He loved sharing his skills, teaching others. He was convinced any one could master construction the way he had. His goal was always to leave you more self-sufficient than when he found you.

Ollie was a proud life-time Dubuque resident. He attended Saint Columbkille’s School from kindergarten through high school, he worked at Rosheks Department Store, Caradco and then John Deere for over thirty years. In addition to his day job, Ollie started working as an apprentice electrician when he was sixteen.  He grew those skills into what came to be Kringle Electric, the business he owned and operated for over fifty years.

Ollie was a master story teller. His stories focused on his three loves, his family, his work and the joy he gained from being in service to others. He was a good egg. He was the guy who always held the door for strangers, who woke up early so he could clear the snow for his neighbors, who checked out library books to share with his neighbor, and grew tomatoes to distribute. He enjoyed giving of himself and expected nothing in return; he knew the reward came in the giving. He was the kind of kind that cannot be overestimated.

He laughed with his whole body, full on, with tears in his eyes and barely able to catch his breath.

Ollie was a devout Catholic; there is no doubt that he is currently looking for work to do, or things to fix, in heaven.

Ollie was fortunate and grateful to have had twenty-four years of marriage with the love of his life, his partner, his best friend, Janice Kringle. He and Janice shared a love of travel, laughs, and pie. They took care of each other.

Ollie is survived by his lovely wife Janice Kringle, his children Ruth Kringle, Karen Walling, Carol Sheets (Jeffrey), Nancy Williams (Scott), and Lisa Chipman, his grandchildren, Elizabeth Sheets-Vorwald (Adam), Jacquelyn Sheets, Makayla Williams, Katherine Walling and Victoria Henle, Justin Seay, Kyle Seay, his great grandchild Jax, and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Ollie was preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings, Idella Kringle, Irene Balk, Mary Wick, Deloss Kringle, Jr., and Leo Kringle.

Ollie’s family is so very grateful for the grace and guidance of the good people at Hospice of Dubuque, and the many medical staff who befriended and cared for him over the years.

In lieu of flowers, Ollie’s family encourages you to look for someone to help today. Go out of your way to say a kind word, do a good deed, be a good egg, be an Ollie.

In consideration of health concerns, there will be a small private service. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family. The family would love to hear from family and friends, please leave online condolences or messages for the family at www.leonardfuneralhome.com.

Ruth M. Green

Ruth Mae Green 98, of Dubuque passed away Tuesday, September 28, 2021, at her daughter’s residence with her loving family by her side.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at Saint Joseph the Worker Church with Fr. Jim Gorend officiating and Fr. Tom McDermott as homilist. Entombment will follow at Mount Calvary Mausoleum. Visitation for Ruth will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, October 4, 2021, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, with a parish wake service at 4:00 p.m.

She was born on February 17, 1923, in Worthington, Iowa. She graduated from Saint Paul’s High School in Worthington and on July 23, 1946, she married Lawrence “Larry” Green at Saint Paul’s Church in Worthington.

Ruth was a great homemaker who loved to cook and bake. She also loved spending time with her family and cheering on the Chicago Cubs. She was a long-time member of Saint Joseph the Worker parish.

She is survived by her daughter Sandy (Mike) Lucas; her three grandchildren Jon (Tess) Lucas of Dubuque, Jenny Lucas of Marion, and Jeff Lucas of Hazel Green, WI; her eight great grandchildren Brianna Lucas, Connor Lucas, Chloe Lucas, Leah Scharpf, Kayden Lucas, Gavin Falk, Lily Lucas and Jason Lucas. She is also survived by her two sisters-in-law Dorie Fagan and Janne Green both of Cascade along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Anton and Mayme Burger; her husband Larry on Nov. 17, 1996, her brothers Charles, Ray, and Robert Burger and her sisters Helen Jarding, Lucille Hess, Florence Scherbring and Grace Wieneke.

Memorials may be given to Saint Joseph the Worker Parish.

The family would like to thank Dr. Mark Liaboe and his nurse Trish along with the staff with Hospice of Dubuque for all the loving care they gave to Ruth.

Lisa A. McNett

Lisa Ann McNett, 55, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at Mercy One Dubuque Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 3, 2021 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque. Facemasks are required.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Lisa was born on December 24, 1965 in Cuba City, WI, the daughter of Richard and Pauline (Luciani) McNett.  She was a graduate of Cuba City High School, the class of 1984.

Lisa previously worked as a LPN in the Cardiology Dept. at Medical Associates and presently was employed as the Office Manager at T & T Iron and Metals, Savanna, IL.

She enjoyed 4-Wheeling and vacation time spent in Sarasota, FL, with family and friends. Lisa and Joe enjoyed traveling, and drove everywhere.  They loved to go for country road rides and spending time up north riding ATV’s.

Surviving is her best friend Joe Culbertson; two children, Jennifer (Duane) Jacobson of Cuba City, WI, and Kevin Humphrey of Dubuque; Joe’s sons, Toby (Jamie) Culbertson and Tyler (Alysha) Culbertson both of East Dubuque, IL; grandchildren, Haylee, Hanna, Haidyn, Iris and Finnick, Skylar, Trey, Brody and Brynn, Norah, Talyn, Jorja, Knox, Lincoln and Letty; her siblings, Richard (Lisa) McNett, Platteville, WI, Lynn (Dennis) Schroeder of Dubuque, IA, Karen Corpian (husband Victor Heatter) of Texas, Patti (Dale) Dreessens of Cuba City, WI and Jill (Rockne) Brubaker of Tuscaloosa, AL.

Lisa was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Pauline, brother, Todd McNett and brother-in-law, Michael Corpian.

Lisa’s family extends a special thank you to the nurses and staff from Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Douglas J. Carter

Douglas John Carter, age 71 of Highland, formerly of Dubuque, passed away on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 at his home with his loving family at his side.  He is joining his friends and family who have passed before him for what is surely a reunion that will echo thoughout the land.  

Doug grew up in Highland, Wisconsin, one of 8 kids of Ruth and Lloyd Carter. After graduating from Highland High School he served in the U.S. Army. He was a proud member of Operating Engineers Local 49 where he worked on pipelines throughout the country. Doug enjoyed spending time on his land, drinking, laughing, and telling and creating new stories.  He was always welcoming and was like an uncle to many of his children’s friends. Whether the party was “at the bottom” or “up top” all were welcome, and the stories will go on for years.  He was an avid collector of nothing in particular, and yet everything. 

He was happiest being a loving father to his son and best friend Mike and his adoring daughters Lori, Melissa, and Megan.  He loved them and spoiled and supported his kids no matter the circumstances.  He may have been best in his role as Papa Doug to his grandchildren. He held a special place in all of their hearts, and they loved to come visit him on his land and live the country life.  

He was preceded in death by too many, too soon.  The love of his life, Kristine Jellison Carter; his son and partner in good times, Michael Carter; parents Lloyd and Ruth (Palan) Carter; brothers Bill and Randy Carter: sister Jo Carter, nephew, Billy Carter and many aunts and uncles.  

Those left to tell the tales are Lori (Mark) Konrardy, Melissa (Nick Vondran) Carter, Megan Carter; grandkids, Carter, Ella, Ana, Jack, Julien, Jameson, and Liam; also siblings, Sydney (Jayne) Carter, Bradley (Lesa) Carter, Renee (Daniel) Cholvin, Rodney (Bernadette) Carter; his sister-in-law, Kathy Carter as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.  

 A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 A.M.  Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Ss. Anthony & Philip Catholic Church in Highland with Fr. Jim Murphy officiating. A visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M.  Inurnment will be in St. Anthony’s Cemetery with Military Honors accorded by the Robert Kail American Legion Post #422 and U.S. Army Military Honors Detail.  The McGuire-Peterson-Houck Funeral Home, Highland is serving the family. 

Online condolences may be made at www.houckfuneralhomes.com

Jack K. Pacut

Jack Kazimierz Pacut died peacefully in his home, with his beloved wife Krystyna and children by his side, on September 29,2021.

He was born on February 27, 1946 in Krakow, Poland to Elzbieta Rubach and Jozef Pacut.  After high school he attended Technical College with an emphasis in mechanical electronics working for the electric company in Krakow.  In 1971, he moved to Vienna, Austria only to then meet his wife of 46 years Krystyna Janiec.  In 1975, Jack and Krystyna immigrated to the United States fighting for the American dream, with $300 in their pockets and their daughter, Anna Danuta, settling in Newark, New Jersey.  He worked in several trade areas before finding a job doing what he loved in maintenance with Captive Plastics in Piscataway, New Jersey in 1979.  Soon after, Jack and Krystyna welcomed their son, Joseph Henry.  He was then given an opportunity to relocate the family to continue their dream in Dubuque, Iowa in 1987 where he then became the maintenance manager for Captive Plastics, now Berry Plastics until his retirement in 2012.

Jack thoroughly enjoyed his work and coworkers but most importantly he loved his family and absolutely adored his grandchildren.  Many memories were made swimming in the family pool and attending all their events.  Jack just loved the outdoors and water having been a lifeguard in his younger years.  He loved taking pictures and bragging to his friends and anyone who would listen at the YMCA and Dog House.  He was never known to say no to a party or BBQ where there would be plenty of Polish food, polka music and dancing.  He just loved people and lived the American dream to the end.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Marta Strach.

Survivors include his wife of 46 years, Krystyna.  His children Anna (Rob) McComas and Joe Pacut.  Grandchildren Liam and Emmy.

Jack chose not to have any services but wanted you all to continue to live life to the fullest taking lots of pictures.  Continue to have parties, sing, dance and on occasion raise a glass to Na Zdrowie in his honor and in honor of all loved ones that have been lost.

Online condolences or family contact information can be requested through Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. www.leonardfuneralhome.com

Family would like to sincerely thank the Intensive Care and Fourth Floor Surgical staff of Mercy One Dubuque along with Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care of the whole family.

Memorials can be made to Hospice of Dubuque.

Ronald G. Manternach

Ronald G. “Ron” Manternach, age 80, of Cascade, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly on Sept. 28, 2021, at home.  To honor Ron’s life, his Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, Oct. 4, 2021, at 11:00 am, at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 411 4^th Avenue in Cascade, IA.  Family and friends are invited to visit from 9:00-11:00 am on Monday at the church prior to the service.  Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Cascade.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Ron’s family.

Ron was born on February 14, 1941, in Monticello, IA, a wonderful Valentine’s gift to Joseph and Amelia (Kelchen) Manternach. Ron grew up surrounded by family and friends and was blessed to enjoy his entire life in the Cascade area.  He was united in marriage to his beautiful bride, Bridget Sutton, and they were blessed with 2 daughters and many wonderful years together before Bridget was sadly called home ahead of Ron in 2017.  Ron served in the Army Reserves and was a mechanic by trade, working at Cigrand Brothers, John Deere, the City of Dubuque, Custom Precast, and also had his own shop, Ron Manternach Repair, for many years.  His work ethic and skills were always on display and undeniably grounded in the core of his being.  When Ron ventured into his woodworking shop, his natural abilities became even more evident as he created beautiful works of art.  He participated in antique tractor pulling and was a proud member of the Hawkeye Vintage Farm Machinery Association.  Ron was an honorable man.  His heart was as large as his generous, patient, and determined soul was.  He always gave his best and treasured any opportunity to make the world around him just a little bit better place to reside.  We are beyond heart-broken with Ron’s sudden absence from our physical lives, but we know that the medical battles he’d been fighting were surely taking their toll and thankfully Ron finds both peace and rest from all of his earthly struggles now.  We will miss Ron with every fiber of our being and now treasure every wonderful memory he leaves behind until we all meet again.  Thank you, Ron, for leading by example and may the loving arms of the Lord hold you safely and securely as we seek healing for our broken hearts.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Ron include his 2 daughters, Paula J. (Jennifer McHenry) Manternach, Iowa City, IA, and Tracey L. Manternach, Des Moines, IA; his special friend, Linda Takes-Davis, Cascade, IA; his siblings, Katie Rockzien, Anamosa, Joan Hoffmann, Cascade, Muriel Schlemme, Cascade, Lois (Alan) Gravel, Cascade, Joe (JoAnn) Manternach, Cascade, Ralph (Rita) Manternach, Cascade, Loras (Donna) Manternach, Masonville, and Lester (Mary Ellen) Manternach, Cascade;  his in-law’s, Lois Manternach, Cascade, and Jim Collins, Richfield, MN, his step sister-in-law, Pat Manders, Dubuque; along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Bridget (Sutton) Manternach; his siblings, Florence (Harry) Schockemoehl, Eleanor (Clarence) Quint, Veronica (Herman) Welter, Alvina (Robert) Greif, Eva Mae (Elmer) Klocke, Harold Rockzien, Leona (Sr. Irmina, OSF) Manternach, and Larry Manternach; his in-law’s, Tom Hoffmann, Duane Schlemme, Paul (Zita) Sutton, and Juanita Collins; his step-mother, Millie Manders Manternach, his step-siblings, Jack (Jeanette) Callahan, Don (Mary) Manders, and Dorrance Manders; and his favorite canine companion, Charlie.

Ron’s family would like to thank all of our family and friends for their thoughts, prayers, and support during this difficult time.

In lieu of flowers, a Ronald G. Manternach memorial fund has been established which will be distributed among his favorite charities.

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

Frederick A. Westmark

Frederick Aurthur Westmark, 75, formerly of Dyersville passed away Sunday, September 19, 2021.

Fred was born on May 8, 1946 in Dyersville, Iowa, the son Cleo and Loretta (Kluesner) Westmark.

Survivors include his sister: Mary Bockenstedt of Dubuque, nieces & nephews: Paul (Cathy) Bockenstedt of Eden Prairie, MN, Ann (Andy) Rettenmeier of Dubuque, great niece & nephew, Lara Bockenstedt, Daniel Bockenstedt, James Rettenmeier, Peter Rettenmeier, in-laws: Toyoko Westmark of Dyersville, and cousin, Judy Henke of Dyersville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Paul Westmark, Helen Westmark, nephew, Daniel Bockenstedt, brother-in-law:Walter Bockenstedt, uncle, Art and Wilma Westmark.

Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family and information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com.  Online condolences and memorials may be sent to Kramer Funeral Home,  750 12th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA  52040.

John E. Graham

John E. “Jack” Graham, age 76, of Dubuque, passed away at 10:36 a.m., on Sunday, September 19, 2021, at MercyOne Dubuque.  To celebrate Jack’s life, family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., on Monday, October 18, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Due to COVID 19 concerns the family requests that all who attend please wear a mask and socially distance.  To honor Jack’s life, funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m., on Monday at Behr Funeral Home, with Pastor Lillian Daniel officiating.

Jack was born on May 18, 1945, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Clement and Freda (Taylor) Graham.

Jack was a life long Dubuquer who graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, before going on to honorably serve his country for eight years with the U.S. Army.  He was employed as a postal clerk for 30 years until his retirement in 2001.  After he retired, Jack went to work part-time as a ticket agent with the Dubuque Greyhound Park.  Jack was always a very active man who enjoyed bowling, traveling and playing Bridge.  He was a member of the American Contract Bridge League and a past member of the Dubuque 700 Club.  Jack liked to keep his mind sharp and was an avid reader, who especially enjoyed history books.  Jack was a kind and patient man who always looked out for his family making sure everyone was taken care of.  He will be deeply missed.

Those left to cherish Jack’s memory include

his sister,
Judy Genz, Dubuque, IA;

several nieces and nephews,
Donna Bebo, Lawton, OK,
Laure (Rick) Ward, Dubuque, IA,
Bob (Mary Jo) Reding, Dubuque, IA,
Ron (Chrysanne) Reding, Dubuque, IA
and Sue (Don) Dietz, Dubuque, IA;

and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Florence (Bob) Reding.

Jack’s family would like to thank all of the doctors, nurses and staff at Mercy Hospital for their compassionate care of John these past weeks.

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

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

James G. Schilling Sr.

James Gene Schilling Sr., 76, of Dubuque, passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City on Wednesday, September 29, 2021.

Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm Sunday, October 3, 2021 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Jim will be 4:00 pm Sunday, October 3, 2021, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Father Mark Ressler officiating.

He was born at Finley Hospital in Dubuque on Friday the 13th, April 13, 1945, in Dubuque, IA, to Gene and Kay Hanten Schilling. Gene was serving in the Navy during World War II when he received a telegram announcing Jim’s birth. Jim attended Nativity, Wahlert, and Loras College. He graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law in 1970.

It was during Law School that he met Inga C. Padgham and they were married on December 28, 1968. They moved back to Dubuque upon graduation and Jim settled in to practice law for over 50 years. He was Assistant City Attorney, Assistant County Attorney, and had his own private practice.

Jim contributed to the Dubuque Community in many ways including as President of Dubuque Rotary Club, Paul Harris Fellow, President of Camp Albrecht Acres Board, President of TIPS Club, Board Member of Friends of Homacho, President of Dubuque County Bar Association, Board Member of Area Residential Foundation, Foundation Member of Clarke University, Board Member of NICC Foundation, and volunteer for DuRIde, Creative Expressions, Albrecht Acres, ARK Advocates, and St. Stephens Food Bank.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Inga Schilling of Dubuque; his son, James Schilling, Jr. of Dubuque; and brother-in-law, Ken Padgham and his wife Nancy of Chicago, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorials may be donated to Area Residential Care, Creative Expressions, Camp Albrecht Acres, and St. Stephens Food Bank.

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

Gene Ehlers

Gene Ehlers, 81, of Elwood, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon, September 29, 2021, at Ennoble Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

A celebration of his life will be held at 10 A.M., Saturday, October 9, 2021, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M., Friday, October 8, 2021, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Burial will be at the Sutton Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Carroll Gene Ehlers was born on June 27, 1940 in Jackson County, Iowa, to George and Matilda (Peters) Ehlers.  He was educated in Jackson County country schools.  He married Patricia F. “Pat” Hute on January 7, 1961 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  She preceded him in death on February 2, 2004.

Gene had worked various jobs throughout the years.  He had worked at Hayes Bros. Dairy, Bowman Cattle Co., Clinton Engines, and as a farmhand for Frank Myatt and later Glenn Myatt.  He had also worked for Rockwell Cleanup, did grave digging, and lastly as an installer and repairman for Lowden Plumbing and Heating.

Gene enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and butchering.  He especially enjoyed tractors and attending “The Old Thrashers” in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa each year.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Barbara Klossner of Delmar, IA, Carol (Charles) Feldpausch of LaMotte, IA, Larry (and girlfriend Jolyn) Ehlers of Oxford Junction, IA, Gary Ehlers of Lost Nation, IA, Michael (Rena) Ehlers of Scotch Grove, IA, Michele (Don) Weimerskirch of Davenport, IA, and Karen (Neal) Kilburg of MO; 17 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren; and sisters-in-law, Geraldine Ehlers of Andrew, IA, and Elaine Ehlers of Anamosa, IA.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, brothers John, LeRoy and Gerald, and sisters Evelyn Sutphin, Ethel Rockwell and Gloria Belinger.

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

Corrine I. Schulte

Corrine I. (Victor) Schulte, 94, of Bellevue, passed away on Monday, September 27, 2021 at Mercy One in Dubuque.  Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Friday, October 1, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Family will greet friends 9:00 am – 10:30 am, also on Friday, October 1, 2021prior to Mass at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.

Corrine was born September 2, 1927 in St. Donatus, the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Even) Victor.  She married John Schulte on September 9, 1947 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, he passed on May 16, 1966.  Corrine was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and the Rosary Society.  She loved the Chicago Cubs and Iowa Hawkeyes, needle work, an occasional trip to the casino, and loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.  Corrine was an excellent baker and cook, and her specialty was pie baking.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Bette Herrig, Jane (Dennis) Ernst, and Thomas (Laura) Schulte; 6 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; siblings, Cletus (Arlene) Victor, and Armella Kueter.

Corrine was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter and son in-law, Mary Jo (Harold) Heiar; a son in-law, David Herrig; a grandson, Troy Ernst; a sister, Adelle (Norbert) Weinschenk, and a brother in-law, Paul Kueter.

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

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