Obituaries Archive

Mark D. Rellihan

Mark Daniel Rellihan, 57, of Dubuque, died Monday, October 25, 2021, at his home after a 5-year battle with Cancer.

A Celebration of Life for Mark will be 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 5, at the Best Western, 3100 Dodge St.

Mark was born July 31, 1964, in Dubuque, son of Dan and Joanne (Grace) Rellihan. He was a member of the Hempstead High School class of 1982 where he was a National Honor Society member and competed in 3 sports–baseball, basketball, and track.  Mark was a talented baseball player and excelled as a pitcher and outfielder on the 1982 Conference Champion team. He went on to attend and play baseball at Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge, Iowa, where he graduated in 1984.

On October 7, 1988, he married his college sweetheart, Michele Crosser. Together, they raised their two sons, Jared and Patrick here in Dubuque.

Mark retired from The Home and Floor Show earlier this year as Sales Manager after 30 years of service.  He was known throughout Dubuque for his dedication and commitment to his customers.  Mark served 13 years on the Board of Directors for Area Residential Care, 3 of those years as president. He was also a member of the Home Builders Association of Dubuque.

Mark’s passion was golf, and he was a member of the Bunker Hill Golf League for 20 years.  He enjoyed competing with close friends in their own annual Ryder Cup Tournament.  His most recent claim to fame was winning the annual Tressel Invitational Tournament this June, partnering with his oldest son, Jared.

He loved to travel with his wife Shelly.  Their favorite destination was Ireland where they enjoyed exploring the country to visit the many sites such as the Cliffs of Moher and often stopping at the pubs along the way to enjoy a pint or two and a good conversation with the locals.

When he was not working, he enjoyed time with family and friends gathering to watch his favorite sport teams.  He was a diehard Iowa Hawkeye, Chicago Bear, and Chicago White Sox fan … and of course, loved to watch golf.

Mark is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Shelly; two sons, Jared (Rachael) Rellihan and Patrick Rellihan, both of Dubuque; his parents, Daniel and Joanne Rellihan of Dubuque; one brother, Mike (Karen) Rellihan of Lenexa, Kansas and their children, Lauren (fiancé Michael Widrig), Adam, and Gabrielle Rellihan; one sister, Kelly (Jeff) Roen of Dubuque, and their children, Drew (Kaylee), Valerie, and Rachel Roen of Dubuque;  his mother-in-law Barb Crosser of Ackley, Iowa; one sister-in-law, Angie (Jeff) Luiken of Steamboat Rock, Iowa and their children Amanda (Angie) Luiken and Andrew (Liz) Luiken; one brother-in-law, Shawn Crosser of Ackley, Iowa and his children, Aron, Riley, and Shannen Crosser; and great-niece and nephews, Max Luiken and Belle and William Luiken.
He was preceded in death by his father-in-law Kenneth Crosser.

The Family would like to thank Dr. Eric Engleman and Tammi Noonan APRN who provided Mark such great care along the way.  They would also like to recognize the Mercy One Dubuque Cancer Center nurses and support staff who managed Mark’s care and infusions with kindness, compassion, love, and humor.  The family also thanks Hospice of Dubuque for their care and support.

In lieu of flowers, a Memorial Fund has been established for Area Residential Care an organization dear to Mark.

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 Mark’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Lawrence M. Pfleger

Lawrence Mark Pflieger, 81 of East Dubuque, IL passed away Friday, October 29, 2021, at Luther Manor, Dubuque, IA. A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM, Monday, November 8, 2021, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena and where friends may call after 9:30 AM until the time of mass. Burial will be in Pilot Knob Cemetery, rural Galena. Military rites will be accorded graveside by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

He was born June 11, 1940, the son of Lawrence A. and Marion B. (Durand) Pflieger. Larry attended Highland Park Community College and graduated with an Associate Degree in Applied Arts Industrial Technology. He served in the U.S. Air Force from October of 1959 in the 42nd Airborne Missile Maintenance Squad until his honorable discharge in October of 1965. Larry was united in marriage to Ella Laurine Levesque on August 15, 1963, in St. Andre, New Brunswick, Canada. He loved to hunt, fish, play Euchre, watch the Packers, watch college football, and college basketball games, especially the Iowa Hawkeyes. Larry loved to spend time with family and friends. He would take his grandkids morel hunting, on 4-wheeler rides, fishing, or hunting. Larry was a journeyman electrician at Giddings & Lewis and John Deere for several years. He spent the last 20 years of his career as a manufacturing supervisor and a plant engineer at the Chrysler Corporation.

Larry is survived by his wife, Ella, his son, Daniel (Melissa) Pflieger, a daughter Sandra (John) Schultz, seven grandchildren and, one great-grandchild, six brothers, Jerome (Betsy), Richard (Eunice), John (Mary), Eugene (Mary), Mark (Mary), and David (Toni) two sisters, Mary Davis, and Kathy (Howie) Mathis, two sisters-in-law, Janice Pflieger and Jeanne Robinson, one brother-in-law, Yvon (Geralda) Levesque.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and sister-in-law Patrick (Carol), a brother, Thomas, his in-laws, Ludger (Yvonne) Levesque, two brothers-in-law, Edgar and Roger Levesque, and a sister-in-law, Verna Page.

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

Chad E. Caes

Chad E. Caes, 45, of Lost Nation, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at Unity Point Finley Hospital in Dubuque, Iowa.

A celebration of his life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at Union Presbyterian Church in Lost Nation, Iowa.  Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M., Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Burial will be at the Lost Nation, Iowa Cemetery.

Chad Edmund Caes was born on March 20, 1976 in Davenport, Iowa, to Joseph Herbert and Linda Sue (Sanders) Caes.  He was a 1993 graduate of Midland High School.  He married Karisa Jo Schmidt on September 23, 2006 in Lost Nation, Iowa.  Two children were born to this union, Camrin Joseph and Danika Lee.

Chad had worked in the parts department for 11 years at Yogi’s Inc. in Calamus.  On May 10, 2011, he began working for P & K Midwest in Maquoketa as a parts lead manager until present.

Chad had attended Calvary Baptist Church in Onslow.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, snowmobiling, riding motorcycles, 4-wheelers and side by sides.  He was an excellent mechanic, and a pool shark.  He especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  He gave the greatest gift through organ/tissue donation.

Those left to honor Chad’s memory include his wife, Karisa Caes of Lost Nation, Iowa; children, Camrin Joseph Caes and Danika Lee Caes; his mother and step-father, Linda and Chuck Streets of Monmouth, IA; a brother, Jake (Jennifer) Sanders of Monmouth, IA; sisters, Rhonda (Bret) Barney of Wyoming, IA, and Cassy Caes of Monticello, IA; mothers-in-law and fathers-in-law, Gary and Mary Schmidt of Lost Nation, IA, and Tammi and Kent Rockow of Davenport, IA; and brothers-in-law, Erik Schmidt of Lost Nation, IA, and Brandon Schmidt of Lost Nation, IA.  He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents, and his father Joseph Herbert Caes.

In lieu of ther expressions of sympathy, a Chad E. Caes memorial fund has been established.

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

William Peters

William “Bill” Peters, 68 of Galena, IL passed away Friday, October 29, 2021, at Unity Point Finley Hospital, Dubuque, IA. Friends may call from 5 to 7 PM, Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. Cremation rites will follow the visitation. Burial will be at a later date.

He was born August 1, 1953, in Dubuque, IA the son of Charles and Helen “Marcella” (Powers) Peters. Bill was united in marriage to Bonnie Symons on December 6, 1975, at the United Methodist Church, Galena. He started working as a caretaker for Greenwood Cemetery with his uncle Chalmers at the age of sixteen. He just finished his 52nd year there prior to his passing.  Bill spent his time fishing, hunting, playing baseball and just enjoying life. He loved a good yard sale or auction and was always looking to find that next great item. He had a great sense of humor and was fun to be around. Bill will be missed by his family and those who loved him.

He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, two sons, Joshua and Steve, twin grandsons, Robert and Jacob, a brother, Charles and a sister, Karen Freese.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Online condolences maybe left for the family atwww.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Joyce A. Voss

Joyce A. Voss, 77, of Sherrill, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 28, 2021 at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 1, 2021 at Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, and from 10:00-10:45 a.m., Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at Sherrill United Church of Christ. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at Sherrill United Church of Christ with Rev. Diane Grace officiating.

Joyce was born on March 1, 1944, in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Robert and Janet (Kaune) Weitz. Joyce graduated from Dubuque Senior Highschool in 1962. She was united in marriage to Ken Voss on August 18, 1962 in Dubuque, Iowa.

Joyce worked in food service at the University of Dubuque and John Deere. She was also a devoted member of Sherrill United Church of Christ.

In her spare time Joyce enjoyed quilting and sewing and spending time shopping on QVC.  She was also an avid Miami Dolphins fan. She and Ken relished their time spent on their houseboat docked at Massey Station on the Mississippi River.

In addition to her husband Ken, Joyce is survived by their three children Dan (Becky) Voss of Clearwater, MN; Sue (Lowell) Buchholz of Cedar Rapids, IA; and Terry (Sue) Voss of Galena, IL. Also surviving are fourteen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; siblings Jim Weitz, John (Dori) Weitz, Ron (Geri) Weitz, and Becky (Jim) March. Joyce is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Janice Weitz, and Judy Teaser; brother-in-law, Jim Teaser, and sister-in-law, Charlotte Weitz.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN. 38105 or www.stjude.org.

Joyce’s family would like to extend a most heartfelt thank you to the fourth-floor doctors and nurses at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital.

Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Road, Dubuque, IA 52002 is in charge of arrangements.

From your devoted family, “Love you more!”

Elizabeth Nemmers

Elizabeth “Liz” Nemmers died Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021 at Oak Park Place, Dubuque.

There will be a private family funeral at a later date.

Liz was born March 30, 1932 in Dubuque, only child of Judson and Frances (Cremer) Ulrich. She graduated from the former Visitation Academy.  She married Roger J. Nemmers on June 27, 1956 at the Church of the Nativity, Dubuque. She worked at Burge Hall in Iowa City while Roger was in dental school, returning to Dubuque in 1959.

She was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Church and former member of Dubuque Golf and Country Club.  She was a long-time volunteer with the Mercy Service Club, an organization very dear to her. In her younger years she enjoyed golfing, reading and playing bridge. She will be greatly missed.

Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Roger; her 5 children:  Nancy (Jim) Rhomberg of Dubuque; Carol (Dr. Scott) Peters of Oak Ridge, Tennessee; Connie (Jim) White of New Vienna, Iowa; Dr. Jim (Jodi) Nemmers of Dubuque, and Sara (Kent) Sodawasser of Marion, Iowa.  She was very proud of her 14 grandchildren:  Kate (Marty) Barrett, Nick (Lacy) Rhomberg, Michael Rhomberg; Matt and Megan Peters; Rob (Lauren)White, Drs. Scott (Brittany) White, Judd White; Drs. Peter (Claire) Nemmers; Dr. Nick Nemmers, Jacob Nemmers; David, Andrew, and Rachel Sodawasser. Her 5 great-grandchildren:  CJ and William Barrett, Maddie and James Rhomberg, and Sloane Nemmers. Also survived by her sister in law, Carol Bertsch, and many nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her parents; her parents in law, Nicholas and Rose Nemmers; her in laws:  Ruth and Dr. Stanley Miroyiannis, Glenn and Mary Nemmers, Harriet and Dr. Jim McKay, Joan and AJ Gerken, and Bob Bertsch.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

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

Memorials can be given to the Mercy Service Club c/o Mercy Hospital, 250 Mercy Dr., Dubuque, or St. Joseph the Worker Church Dubuque, Iowa.

The family would like to thank Dr. Mark Moore, Sarah Justmann ARNP, Hospice of Dubuque, and the wonderful staff at Oak Park Place for their kind and compassionate care of Liz.

Barbara A. Dague

Barbara Ann “Barb” Dague, 80, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at home.

A public graveside service and burial celebrating her life will be held at 1 P.M., Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Buckhorn Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.  A public visitation will be held from 4 to 6 P.M., Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation.

Barbara Ann was born on March 28, 1941 in Clinton, Iowa.  She was raised by her mother and stepfather, Elinor and Arlon Massey.  She attended Maquoketa High School.  She married Rex Allen Dague on January 20, 1972, in Maquoketa, Iowa.  He preceded her in death on January 5, 2017.

“Barb” had worked various jobs throughout her life including Clinton Engines, Swift & Co., Big Bob’s Restaurant, Jensen’s Briarwood Care Center, Pacific Coast Feather, Stetson Co., Wady’s, and Squiers Manor.  She retired in 2017 at the age of 76 years old!

“Barb” had served as a former city councilperson for Hurstville, Iowa, and was an avid supporter of the Friends of Jackson County Humane Society.  She enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, camping, fishing, and listening to the scanner.  She especially loved dogs, and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was our Angel on earth, and now our Angel in Heaven.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Marvin (Lori) Massey of Maquoketa, IA, and Wendy (Jeff) Specht of Maquoketa, IA; 9 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her mother and stepfather, sister Mary Louise Brown, and her husband Rex Allen Dague.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Barbara Ann “Barb” Dague memorial fund has been established.

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

Michael J. Koch

Michael J. “Mike” Koch, age 49, of Epworth, Iowa, passed away at 1:14 a.m., on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at the Veterans Hospital in Iowa City.  To celebrate Mike’s life, family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  There will be military honors provided by the Dubuque Marine Corps League at 5:00 p.m.

Mike was born on July 26, 1972, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Michael and Linda (Kass) Koch.

Mike graduated from Dubuque Senior High School before going on to honorably serve his country with the U.S. Marines for 6 years.  After he was discharged from the service, he lived in California where he met and married Kristina Kightlinger on July 31, 1993, in Anaheim, California.  The couple was blessed with 2 sons, Mitchell and Michael, before they decided to go their separate ways.  Mike would later marry Brandy Haines in October of 2006, adding another son, Memphis, to the family before they too parted ways.  Mike returned to Dubuque for good in 1998, where he would follow in his father’s footsteps owning and operating a few pawn shops.  For the past 10 years Mike was in sales with several car dealerships and was lastly employed with Victory Ford in Dyersville.  In his free time, Mike could often be found out on the open road riding his Harley Davidson.  His motorcycles were his true passion, but Mike also had an artistic side and created beautiful jewelry pieces.  He enjoyed spending time with his family.  He loved cooking for everyone and liked to take his boys out fishing.  He was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan and rarely missed a game.  We are deeply saddened at losing Mike, but find some comfort in knowing that his now resting peacefully, free of all of the health issues he has faced these past months.

Those left to cherish Mike’s memory include

his children,
Mitchell Koch, Madison, WI,
Michael Koch, Dubuque, IA
and Memphis Koch, Balltown, IA;

his mother,
Linda Koch, Dubuque, IA;

his former wives,
Kristina Fudge, Dubuque, IA
and Brandy Koch, Balltown, IA;

his step-grandmother,
Kay Kass;

and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Mike was preceded in death by his father, Michael “Big Mike” Koch in 1999; and his grandparents.

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the VA Hospital in Iowa City for all of their compassionate care of Mike these past months.

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

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

River J. Beecher

River Joseph Beecher, beloved infant son of Cassandra Cornwall and Kyle Beecher was welcomed into the arms of the Angels on October 27, 2021. A visitation for River will be from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd. Dubuque. A celebration of River’s life will be held at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. 

River was born on October 17, 2021 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Although he was only in this world for a short time his impact was far greater than anyone could imagine. River’s strength was unmatched for those 11 days of his life. His parents and family loved him dearly and he will never be forgotten. They will meet him again one day with open arms. It’s not goodbye, it’s see you later. 

River is survived by his parents, Cassandra and Kyle; his brother, Jared Cornwall; step-brother, Axton Beecher; grandparents, Richard and Tina Cornwall; uncles, Matthew and Chase Cornwall; god-parents, Jean Lutgen and Jeremy Smith and many other relatives and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Judy Beecher; great-grandmother, Janice Kemp and many other loved ones that will welcome him with open arms. 

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Doctors, Nurses and Staff in the NICU Unit at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Your care will forever be remembered.

We Love You River.  

Kathryn L. Miller

On Tuesday, October 26, 2021, Kathryn Lynn Miller, of Dubuque, passed away at the age 70.  Services will be held at 1:00, Saturday, October 30 at the Dubuque Shooting Society where a celebration of life will follow from 1:30 to 5:00.

Kathy was born on August 4, 1951 to Orville and Neva (Nodolf) Popp and grew up in Rewey, Wisconsin.  She graduated from Iowa Grant High School in 1969 and then graduated from Finley School of Nursing in 1972.

She dedicated her career to Finley Hospital, where she worked tirelessly for over forty years before retiring in 2020.  Her philanthropic work included the American Heart Walk, March of Dimes, Finley Health Foundation, American Cancer Society and many other organizations.

The joys of her life were her children and grandchildren.  Being a mother and grandmother was her proudest and most beloved role.  She taught them to be independent, be a good friend, and to love without end.  Because she was such a great friend and confidant to many, her impact was far reaching.  Her warmth and light lives on in those she leaves behind.

Kathy leaves behind four children, Ken (Meggan) Miller; Kris (Ashley) Miller, Kaitlyn (Dan) Flynn, and Elizabeth Miller; six grandchildren, Michael, Ava, and Sophia Miller; Ivry and Elsy Miller and Charlie Flynn; siblings, Jerry (Becky) Popp, Bill (Beckie) Popp; and Nancy (Mark) Millard; an uncle, Ivan Nodolf, and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and nephew, Brad Popp;

The family would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of love and support over the past year.  You have touched our hearts and given us the courage to persevere.

Lei Loni K. Droessler

Lei Loni “Loni” K. Droessler, 76, of Dickeyville, died Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.

A prayer service will be held at 12:30 pm Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory followed by visitation until 5:00 pm.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Loni will be 12:00 pm Monday, November 1, 2021, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Dickeyville with Father Bernie Rott as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Holy Ghost Cemetery in Dickeyville at a later date.

Lei Loni was born October 6, 1945, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of LeRoy Bernard & Frances Adelia Ring Bolender. She was a 1963 graduate of Dubuque Senior High School. On February 1, 1969, she married Eugene Joseph Droessler, Jr at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Dubuque.

Loni was a teller & customer service representative for Mound City Bank for 20 years. She was a bookkeeper for Holy Ghost Church in Dickeyville for 10yrs & co-owned Video Express & Tanning Center in Dickeyville for 10yrs.

She was a spiritual member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Dickeyville. Loni will be remembered as woman with a kind heart, willing to try new experiences & sharing what she had with those known & unknown. Friends & family called Loni the activity director, planner, navigator, card shark, seasonal decorator, game player, but most importantly mother, grandmother, friend, wife, & sister.

Survivors include her husband, Eugene; one son, Eugene “Tony” (Kristin Wessel) Droessler, III of Dickeyville; four daughters, Tonya (Daniel Goatley) Droessler of Bath, MI, Alison (Rod) Mau of Rice Lake, WI,  Joy (Brian) Leibfried of West Des Moines, IA, & SaBrina (Matt) Warrelman of Kalamazoo, MI; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren & one more due soon; one sister, Pam Spiegel of San Tan Valley, AZ; & many nieces & nephews including “adopted grandchild”, Rachel Glenn.

She was preceded in death by her parents & four sisters, Jeannette Eichacker, Sharon (Tom) Glenn, DiAnn Kilburg, & Michelle “Mike” Herbst.

A special thank you to the Dickeyville Rescue Squad & Jamestown First Responders.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

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

James R. Kinrade

James R. “Jim” Kinrade, 86, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, October 21, 2021, at home.

Friends and family may gather for “One Last Party” ® in remembrance of “Jim” on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, from 3 to 5 P.M. in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Casual Attire is requested.  Cremation has taken place.  A private family burial will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa.

James Robert Kinrade was born on December 18, 1934 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Leonard and Alice (Lane) Kinrade.  He grew up in Maquoketa and was a 1952 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  He married Sandra Ann Casady on June 21, 1953 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  Two children were born to this union, Mark and Kelle.

“Jim” had first worked for Hayes Bros. Dairy in Maquoketa.  He then worked for Maquoketa Servisoft, and from 1962 to 1985 he was employed as a sales supervisor for Means Services out of East Moline, Illinois.  In retirement, “Jim” worked for Charles Dietz Painting and Wall Covering in Maquoketa.

“Jim” was a member of the Coronado Car Club in Maquoketa, and a former member of the Maquoketa Optimist Club.  He enjoyed classic cars, golfing, and fishing.  Additionally, he was an avid fan of both the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Sandra Kinrade of Maquoketa, IA; children, Mark (Beth) Kinrade of Sioux Center, IA, and Kelle (Ron) Clark of Blue Grass, IA; 3 grandchildren, Lindsey (Casey), Kate (Will), and Kirk; 4 great-grandchildren, Kelsey, Spencer, Bryce and Miles; a sister, Marilyn (Allen) Paulsen of Delmar, IA; a brother, Bill (Jo) Kinrade of Ames, IA; and a brother-in-law, Gene Ulvestad of Ames, IA.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Doris Ulvestad.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Hospice of Jackson County or the Coronado Car Club Scholarship Fund.

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

Marina J. Klein

Marina J. Klein, 92, of Dubuque, formerly of Rickardsville, died peacefully Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at Assisi Village which has been her home since 1999.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Marina will be 10:30 am Friday, November 5, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rickardsville with Father Noah Diehm as the Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Rickardsville. The family requests that all persons attending please wear masks at the visitation and mass.

Marina was born June 29, 1929, in Balltown, IA, the daughter of John P. and Anna Leick Sigwarth. On May 3, 1949, she married John T. Klein at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Balltown. He died April 1, 1999.

Marina was a homemaker and waitress.  She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rickardsville. She was an avid reader, loved word search puzzles and a good game of Euchre, and also enjoyed dancing and singing at Melody Mill. Marina was small in stature but extremely large in life.

Survivors include two sons, Rick (Marilyn) Klein of Asbury, and Charles (Debra) Klein of Farmingdale, NY; three daughters, Jane (Roger) Clemen of Holy Cross, IA, Shari (Gary) Jaeger of Dubuque, and Sue (Mike Maier) Klein Lebeck of San Francisco, CA; 13 grandchildren, Kristy (Bryan) Birchard, Kara (friend Nick Kiss) Klein, Curt (Tara) Clemen, Dana (Greg) Goetz, Doug (Erin) Clemen, Jeremy (Sharon) Klein, Jonathan (Pinar) Klein, Alison (Aaron) Gaston, Johanna (John) Roselle, Matt (fiance Katie Gagnon) Jaeger, Stephanie (John) Murphy, Drew (Lauren) Jaeger, Sara Alex Lebeck; 21 great-grandchildren; one brother, Louis (Jean) Sigwarth of Balltown, IA; and one sister-in-law, Norma Klein of Clinton, NJ.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by one son, John Wayne Klein, three great-grandchildren, and siblings, Rev. Reynold Sigwarth, Armella (Alvin) Banwarth, Dorothy (Arnold) Klein, Werner (Delores) Klein, Alice (Sylvester) Link, Celestine (Eleanor)Sigwarth, and Lucille (Delbert) Link.

The family thanks Assisi Village and Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care of Marina.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

Patricia M. Arensdorf

Patricia M. “Patsy” Arensdorf, age 72, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on Oct. 25, 2021, at home surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Patsy’s life, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, at 11:00 am, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 1425 Iowa Street, with Father Martin Coolidge officiating.  Family and friends may visit for one hour prior to the service at the church.  Burial will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Patsy’s family.

Patsy was born on July 26, 1949, in Dubuque, IA., a daughter to Clarence and Catherine (Huber) Oglesby.  Being 1 of 13 children in the family, Patsy quickly cultivated her tender spirit and gentle soul into a lifelong goal to be the love and light on every path she walked.  She was married to William Leytem for 14 years and they were blessed with 4 children during that time.  Patsy’s love for her family was continually on display and her positive outlook on life still thrives vibrantly in the lives of her loved one’s.  She worked diligently at the Mt. Pleasant Home for many years, but also spent a few years with her friends at Dupaco and J.C. Penney’s before eventually moving into retirement due to health concerns.  Patsy never avoided her daily exercise routine and has joyfully worn-out countless pairs of walking and dancing shoes throughout her life and taking time to enjoy lots of chocolate along the way.  She was also blessed with a green thumb and could nurse any ailing plant back to perfect health in no time at all.  Most recently, her affinity for cardinals and hummingbirds has also brought her hours of serenity as she patiently watched them move ever so gracefully through their days.  But, at the end of the day, Patsy’s heart belonged solely to her family.  Her always encouraging and caring heart was big enough for everyone to have a generous portion, and when the holidays came around, there was even a little extra to spread around.  We will miss our beautiful Patsy and her wonderful sense of humor, but we accept that our hearts must be broken now in order for her to finally have peace from her mortal challenges.  Thank you, Patsy, for never allowing the darkness to penetrate your life and may the Lord keep you safely and securely in His loving arms until we all meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Patsy include,

her 4 adored children,
Paula (Mick) Esser, Dubuque, IA,
Michael (Bobbie) Leytem, Lake of the Ozarks, MO,
Pamela Leytem, Dubuque, IA,
and William “Billy” Leytem, Jr., Dubuque, IA;

her 6 beloved grandchildren,
Noah Esser, Grace Esser, Jacob Esser,  Michael Lange, Connor Taylor, and Kelee (Andrew) Taylor;

her great-grandson,
Milo Garvin;

her siblings,
Harold (Ann) Oglesby, Darlene Oglesby, Mary Oglesby, Margaret Oglesby, and Bob Oglesby, all of Dubuque;

her sister-in-law,
Carol Oglesby, Dubuque;

her ex-husband and life-long supportive friend,
William Leytem, Dubuque;

along with numerous beloved nieces, nephews, in-laws, family, friends, and neighbors.

Patsy was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Marilyn Thomas, Gordon Oglesby, Larry (Shirley) Oglesby, Bill Oglesby, Frank Oglesby, John Oglesby, and Richard Oglesby.

In lieu of flowers, a Patricia M. Arensdorf memorial fund has been established which will be distributed among her favorite charities.

Patsy’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care of Patsy.

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

Edward J. Mueller

Edward J. Mueller, 95, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital.  Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Friday, October 29, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:30 am, also Friday, October 29, 2021 prior to Mass at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.  Burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Edward was born August 1, 1926 to Alban and Theresa (Ries) Mueller.  He married Madonna Tebbe on November 23, 1948 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Springbrook.

He attended St. Joseph’s School in Bellevue and in 1944 at the age of 18 he entered the US Army.  Ed served in WW II in The Battle of Okinawa in 1945 and received the Pacific Theater Ribbon, Bronze Star Meritorious Award Medal, Japan.  After Okinawa he was stationed in Inchon, Korea until being discharged in 1946.  Ed was a 75-year member of the American Legion Post #273 in Bellevue, serving on numerous committees during his time.  He greatly enjoyed the September 26, 2012 Honor Flight to our nation’s Capital.

Upon returning home from WW II, Ed married the love of his life, Madonna and the two were nearly in separable for 73 plus years.  A long full life was granted him.  Ed worked at John Deere Dubuque Works for 36 years retiring in 1983.

Ed enjoyed collecting antiques and purchased and restored his father in-laws, 1949 Pontiac which he would take to area parades and antique car shows with his brother, Earl.  He greatly enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren, of which he has 10 and his great-grandchildren of which he has 17 with another on the way.

Survivors include his wife, Madonna; his four sons, Ronald (Karen) Mueller, Donald (Kay) Mueller, Charles (Carolyn) Mueller, and Patrick (Jane) Mueller; sisters, Gertrude Raymond and Patricia Greene; and a sister in-law, Sandy Mueller.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Earl Mueller, Archie Mueller, Marcella Beschen and Fran Kelly.

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

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