Obituaries Archive

Leonard E. Witt

Leonard Earl Witt, 95 of Peosta, Iowa passed away peacefully at 5:28 p.m. on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Dell Seton Hospital in Austin, Texas.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 16, 2021 at St. Joseph Key West Church with Rev. Rodney Allers officiating. Family and friends may gather after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the church until time of service. Burial will follow at Rockdale United Methodist Cemetery with military honors by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Please remember to wear your mask, if you are unable to attend a live stream of the funeral service will be on Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory’s Facebook page.

Leonard was born November 6, 1925, in LeMars, Iowa, the son of Julius Reinhold Witt and Anna Marie (Moeller) Witt. He grew up in LeMars and received his education from LeMars High School, graduating in 1943. Leonard served in the United States Navy for 2 years and became a storekeeper 2nd class.

After his service with the Navy, he obtained a Bachelor’s Degree from Westmar College in LeMars. During this time Leonard married Marilou Harding on August 28, 1955 and they started their family. He continued to teach Industrial Education for 5 years in the public school system. Along with teaching, he created and organized the Vocational Home Building Program for the state of Iowa. The Home Building Program is credited with training countless high school seniors across the state of Iowa in the skills of residential home building. Leonard and Marilou then moved to Dubuque, built a beautiful home together and raised their four children. He continued managing the Home Building Program and teaching Industrial Education at Dubuque Senior High School for the next 30 years. During that time, he obtained his Master’s Degree in Education at the University of Platteville, Wisconsin.

Upon the passing of Marilou, Leonard later married Elaine Fitzpatrick on March 21, 1981 and they started their lives together with their blended families in Peosta, Iowa. Regrettably, Leonard was widowed a second time as Elaine passed away December 23, 2020.

Leonard enjoyed many pursuits in his long life. He loved good food, gardening, raising and showing Red Carneau and fancy Roller Pigeons and woodworking. Leonard volunteered his time and talent at multiple organizations including the Elks Lodge, Key West Catholic Church and the Dubuque Arboretum. He loved to square dance, travel and watch wildlife on the farm. We will miss his zest for life and his loving spirit.

Leonard was a member of Epsilon Pi Tau and the Kappa Delta Pi Fraternities and was also a member of the Fraternal Order of Elks for 29 years. He was also a longtime member of the Key West Catholic Church in Peosta, Iowa.

Surviving: Son Carey Witt and his wife Dori of Austin, Tx, and their children; Son Jamie and his wife Trisha of Nashville, TN and their children; Daughter Holly Allen and her husband Chris of Atlantic Highlands, NJ, and their children; Stepson Jim Fitzpatrick and his wife Gail of LeSeur, MN and their children; Stepdaughter Janice Aiels of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and her children; Stepson Douglas Fitzpatrick and his wife Cindy of Peosta, Iowa and their children; Stepdaughter Luann Langel and her husband Rodney of Urbandale, Iowa and their children; and stepdaughter Kathy West and her husband Jeffery of Dubuque, Iowa and their children. Leonard also has 25 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Gone before him is his oldest son Dana Witt as well as Leonard’s siblings, Donald Witt, Mildred Linquist and Wally Witt, wives – Marilou and Elaine.

Memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque who cared unceasingly for his bride.

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

David R. Steckel

David R. Steckel, 76 of Sherrill passed away Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at Luther Manor in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 14, 2021 at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with funeral services beginning at 6:00 p.m. with Fr. Noah Diehm officiating. Military Honors will follow by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

David was born on December 6, 1944 in Dubuque the son of Vincent and Irene (Plein) Steckel. He Graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1963 and joined the United States Marine Corps in 1964, serving during the Vietnam War until 1967. On August 23, 1969 he married Ann Haxmeier at Saint Joseph Key West Catholic Church and together they shared 51 years together. He worked for Dubuque John Deere Tractor Works from 1970 until his retirement in 2000 and was a member of the UAW Local #94.

Dave loved the outdoors, especially camping, hunting and fishing on the Mississippi. On any given Saturday, you could catch Hurricane Dave making “one more pass” in Hurricane Chute.

He is survived by his wife Ann; two children, Jeffrey (Tina) Steckel, and Sara (Rob) Dimmer; four grandchildren Justin (Nicole) Steckel, Tristin Steckel, Kayci Dimmer, Erin Dimmer and a soon to arrive great grandson, all of Dubuque; two sisters Donna (Richard) Cox of Peoria, his twin sister Dianne (Steve) Pins and a brother Jack Steckel both of Dubuque: along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Vincent “Bud”, Donald, Richard and Bruce.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Luther Manor and to Saint Croix Hospice along with the volunteer’s of the Sherrill Fire and EMS for all their care and kindness they showed for Dave and his family.

Holly M. (Griffin) Amunson

Holly M. (Griffin) Amunson, age 46, of Dubuque, passed away at 10:50 p.m., on Sunday, January 10, 2021, at her home with her loving family at her side, after a short battle with cancer. To celebrate Holly’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Friday, January 15, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. Family and friends may also visit from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, January 16, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, before going to Mt. Olivet Cemetery for committal services. Due to COVID-19 concerns, all who attend will be required to wear a face covering, and are asked to please maintain social distancing practices. The family also appreciates you honoring their privacy by refraining from taking photos or videos of the celebration of her life.

Holly was born on April 29, 1974, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Tim and Rita (Connolly) Griffin.

Holly grew up in Dickeyville, Wisconsin and graduated from Cuba City High School, Class of 1992. She would eventually move to Dubuque and go to work as a merchandising manager with TJ Maxx. Holly truly loved her job and valued all of the friendships she made while working there. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Brent Amunson, on August 27, 2016, at the Farley Memorial Hall. Holly was very generous with her time and talents, volunteering and participating in several charitable events throughout the years. In her free time, she enjoyed watching her beloved Dallas Cowboys play football, rooting on her favorite NASCAR drivers and listening to country music. Holly was a wonderful daughter, wife, mom and friend. She had an energetic spirit and definitely lit up the room every time she walked into it. Holly will be deeply missed and will live on in our hearts forever.

Those left to cherish Holly’s memory include

her husband,
Brent Amunson, Dubuque, IA;

her son,
Brady Amunson, Dubuque, IA;

her mother,
Rita Griffin, Dubuque, IA;

her father,
Tim Griffin, Epworth, IA;

her step-mother,
Kathy Griffin, Epworth, IA;

her step-sister, Sara and her step-brother, Damian, both of Dubuque, IA;

her grandmother,
Betty Griffin, Dubuque, IA;

her brother,
Gage (Megan) Griffin, Platteville, WI;

a special niece,
Carolyn Rutherford, Dubuque, IA;

a special aunt,
Caroline Griffin, Philadelphia, TN;

her in-laws,
Keith and Jo Amunson, Dyersville, IA;

her sister-in-law,
Kristi Amunson, Massachusetts;

a very special friend who was like a 2nd mom to Holly,
Janann Kieler;

and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

Holly’s family would like to thank all of the nurses and staff of the MercyOne Cancer Center and Hospice of Dubuque for their support and compassionate care of Holly and her entire family.

The family will thankfully receive your support through floral arrangements (especially in her favorite color, PINK), phone calls, greeting cards and memorials in Holly’s memory which may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Holly Amunson Family.

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

Paul F. Behr

Paul F. “Yogi” Behr, age 75, of Dubuque, passed away at 10:20 a.m., on Monday, January 11, 2021, at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital. To celebrate Paul’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, January 14, 2021, and from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 15, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. Due to COVID-19 concerns the number of people inside the building will be limited, all who attend will be required to wear a face covering, and are asked to please maintain social distancing practices. To honor Paul’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Friday, January 15, 2021, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1701 Rhomberg Avenue, with Rev. Steven M. Garner officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League and the Striking of the Four Five’s will be accorded by the Dubuque Fire Department.

Paul was born on December 19, 1945, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Cyril and Marie (Reavell) Behr.

Paul was a life long resident of Dubuque who attended Wahlert High School and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, Class of 1964. After school, he honorably served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps during Viet Nam. When he returned home, Paul went to work for Flexsteel Industries for 1 ½ years before joining the Dubuque Fire Department in 1969. Being a firefighter was his true passion and he would devote 31 years to the department until his retirement in 2001. Paul married the love of his life, Karen Wimer, on September 13, 1969, at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque. They were truly blessed with a son, a daughter and 51 wonderful years of marriage. Paul enjoyed staying active as was evidenced by his 60 years of membership with the YMCA. He developed an affinity for lifting weights in grade school and that love continued throughout his life. Everyone who knew him knew that Paul was a staunch Democrat and an avid Chicago Bear and New York Yankees fan. He reserved every Wednesday night for what he deemed “Chicago Night”, watching Chicago Med, Chicago P.D. and Chicago Fire, keeping his Saturdays open for watching westerns. Paul was a simple man who often proudly stated that he was “lucky to have a great life, marriage and children”. His family was his pride and joy and he always made sure that each and everyone of them knew how important they were to him. We are deeply saddened at the sudden and unexpected loss of such a wonderful husband, dad, grandpa, father-in-law and brother in our daily lives. The world was no doubt a better place because Paul was in it, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Those left to cherish Paul’s memory include

his wife,
Karen Behr, Dubuque, IA;

his 2 children,
Randy (Courtney) Behr, Africa and Texas
and Tina (Cary) Daubenberger, Dubuque, IA;

his 5 grandchildren,
Ashley Hartig, Cody Hartig, Connor Hartig, Lucas Daubenberger and Jena (Adam) Best;

his sister,
Ann (Nick) Kean, Dubuque, IA;

a niece,
Lindsay (Pat) Seamer, Bettendorf, IA;

a nephew,
Steve (Lauren) Kean, Madison, WI;

4 great-nieces;

his mother-in-law,
Anna Mae Wimer, Dubuque, IA;

and his in-laws,
Darwin Wimer, Henderson, NV,
Joyce (Gary) Lucas, Dubuque, IA,
Darryl Wimer, Dubuque, IA
and Linda (Rodney Clark) Reisdorf, Davenport, IA.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law, James Wimer; and 2 sisters-in-law, Sharon Wimer and Marilyn Wimer.

Paul’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff of the Finley ICU for their kindness, compassion and the outstanding care they provided to Paul and their support of his family. We also want to thank our family at Behr’s for all of their support throughout the years.

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

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

Phyllis J. Current

Phyllis J. Current, 89, of Clinton, Iowa, and formerly of Maquoketa and Preston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at Park Vista in Camanche, Iowa.

A celebration of her life will be held at 11:30 A.M. on Monday, January 18, 2021 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held from 10 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home.  Burial will be at Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa.

It will be required to utilize face masks and to observe social distancing guidelines during the visitation and services.

Phyllis Jean Miller was born on December 9, 1931 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Benjamin and Lola (Cook) Miller.  She was a 1949 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  She married James Carroll Current on June 27, 1953 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  He preceded her in death on December 8, 2004.

Phyllis had worked several jobs throughout the years most notably at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa, Preston City Clerk, and at Maquoketa State Bank.  In retirement, she and her husband Carroll had worked as Park Attendants at Spruce Creek Park for the Jackson County Conservation Commission.  Lastly, she worked at Hy-Vee in Clinton for 20 years officially retiring in August of 2018.

Phyllis was a former member of the Preston United Methodist Church and had previously served on the Jackson County Hospital Board of Trustees, Paul Sharer Foundation, and was actively involved in fundraising for the American Heart Association, and the Clinton County Relay for Life.  She also supported and held a volunteer position with the Citizens Police Academy in Clinton.

Phyllis enjoyed her furbaby Jacie and her many grandpets, going to craft shows, estate sales, collecting elephants, and especially family time.  She also enjoyed shopping and never missing a good deal!

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Carolyn (Michael) Moore of DeWitt, IA, Jay (Gabriella) Current of Lewisville, TX, and Pamela (Robert) Harrington of Clinton, IA; 9 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren with one on the way, and 1 great-great-grandchild.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a brother.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Phyllis Jean Current memorial fund has been established.

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

Michael J. Walter

Michael J. “Uncle Mike” Walter, age 76, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on January 11, 2021, at ManorCare in Dubuque.  To honor Mike’s life, a private family service will be held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Mike’s family.

Mike was born on May 20, 1944, in Dubuque, a son to George and Ellen (Rettenmeier) Walter.  He was a proud graduate of the East Dubuque High School, Class of ’62.  Mike joined the U.S. Army in 1964, and went on to honorably serve his country at the Headquarters, U.S. Army Europe, in Heidelberg, Germany.  He worked in the office of the Secretary of the General Staff and had reached the rank of Specialist E5 before being discharged.  Mike returned stateside to California, where he would spend the next 40 years of his life making his way in the world.  He worked with the Southern Pacific Railroad until his retirement in 1997.  Thankfully, Mike found his way back home to family and friends in 2007, and has been a positive force in the lives of all who knew and loved him.  We will miss our dear Mike in the days ahead, but we are forever grateful for the time, memories, and love we were able to share while we could.  Thank you, Mike, for simply being you and may the peace of the Lord’s gracious hands hold you safely and securely until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Mike include,

his siblings,
Ruth (Robert) Harle,
and Larry (Donna) Walter, both of Dubuque, Iowa;

along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, John Walter; and a sister, Mary Ellen Clark.

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

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

Br. Charles Joseph Leute, O.P.

It is with a sense of loss combined with great pride that the Dominican Friars of the Central Province of St. Albert the Great announce the death of our brother, Fr. Chuck Leute, OP, who died on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2021. We joyfully commend our brother to the Lord, trusting that he is at complete peace. A faithful servant of God, who ministered throughout his life to his Native American community, Fr. Chuck preached, not only through his words, but by his witness of service, selflessness, and humility. May his soul and all the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace. Amen.

Charles Joseph Leute was born in Dubuque, Iowa on February 21, 1942, the son of Charles Edward and Agatha Lucy Frommelt Leute. He was one of six children. Chuck, as he was known by all his Dominican brothers, was a descendent through his father of the Sauk and Fox Native American Indians who lived in the Mississippi River area around eastern Iowa. Though raised in urban America, his Native American roots led him to “missionary work” among the poor rural Indian people on reservations in South and North Dakota.

His early education was at Holy Ghost School (1948-1958), Loras Academy (1956-1959), Wahlert High School (1959-1960) and Loras College (1960-1962) all these in Dubuque, Iowa. In 1962, Chuck was received into the Dominican Order (August 30) at the Province novitiate in Winona, Minnesota. He made first profession on August 31, 1963. He completed his initial formation at Aquinas Institute of Theology in Dubuque, Iowa and was ordained to the priesthood on May 24, 1969 in the chapel of St. Rose Priory in Dubuque.

Father Chuck devoted most of his ministerial life to the Native American people on the Northern plains of the United States. In 1968, he worked briefly as a deacon on the Crow Creek Reservation in central South Dakota. But beginning in 1970, he served the Oglala Lakota Indians at Our Lady of Lourdes Mission in Porcupine and then at Sacred Heart Church in Pine Ridge both on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Both Churches are about seven miles from Wounded Knee (site of the famous Wounded Knee Massacre on December 29, 1890) in the southwestern corner of South Dakota. Of the 3,142 counties in the United States, these are among the poorest. In 1986 Father Chuck became associate pastor at Holy Rosary Church in Minneapolis, but in 1987 he then moved to the northeastern edge of North Dakota to become the pastor of Our Lady of Seven Dolors Church, Fort Totten, on the Spirit Lake Reservation and to minister to the Pabaksa, Sisseton and Wahpeton bands of the Devils Lake Sioux tribe. He was assigned there until his death in 2020.

Late in 2020, Father Chuck sought medical treatment for a stomach disorder at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, south of Minneapolis and was diagnosed with advanced stomach cancer. As his condition worsened, he was moved to Our Lady of Peace Hospice Center in St. Paul where he died peacefully on January 1, 2021, the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God.  How fitting, given Fr. Chuck’s profound devotion to Our Lady. Father Leute’s funeral (date to be determined) will be at St. Albert the Great Parish and he will be buried in the Dominican plot at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Minneapolis.

Father Leute was a member of the National Association of Native Religious, religious men and women of native American ancestry. Chuck loved the people he served all his life, and he loved the land where he lived. He enjoyed singing, hiking, gardening and ranching: actually, most anything that had to do with being outdoors.

MaryJo A. Ernst

MaryJo Ann Ernst, 62 of Dubuque, moved on from the world suddenly on Sunday, January 10th, 2021, at her home.

She was born Friday, March 14th, 1958 to her loving parents Rita (Brehm) and M. Anthony Ernst. She grew up alongside her hardworking brothers and charismatic sister as the oldest of seven children.

Mary graduated from Clarke College in 1986, receiving a bachelor’s degree in Communication. She built a large community of friends and family throughout her years in radio and her career at Medline Industries.

Her larger-than-life personality was a gravitational pull for anyone that came into contact with her. Mary loved being surrounded by family, and her favorite thing to do was share love and laughter with those she cared for.

She is survived by her younger brothers Tony, Nick, and Francis, her mother Rita, and many nieces and nephews that she held so dearly.

She was preceded in death by her brothers Ben and Ted, her sister Elle, niece Lizzy, and her father M. Anthony.

A private family funeral mass will be held Friday, January 15th, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church with Rev. Thomas McDermott officiating. A live stream of the funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday on Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory’s Facebook page.  A celebration of MaryJo’s life will be scheduled at a later date. Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers, the MaryJo Ann Ernst Memorial Fund will be established.

James L. Kurtz

James “Jim” L. Kurtz, 80, of Dubuque, died Sunday, January 10, 2021, at the Ennoble Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Dubuque from complications of COVID-19, one day before his 81st birthday.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from 2:00 PM until the time of funeral service at 4:00 PM at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Father Steven Garner as the officiant. Military honors will be rendered by the Iowa Army National Guard – Honor Guard. The service will be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page and will also be available to view later at www.hskfhcares.com. Please respect our current social distancing requirements. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Jim’s family. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Catholic Cemetery on Thursday, January 14, 2021 at 2:00 PM.

Jim was born January 11, 1940, in Dubuque, IA, the son of Adolf and Malita (Lucas) Kurtz. He married Arlene Ahern and from this union a son, Kevin, and daughter, Lisa were born. They divorced and he married Karen Rubert and from this union his second son, Tom, was born. They later divorced.

Jim was a U.S. Army Veteran.

He was employed in the assembly area at Eska Company for 25 years and later worked at Luther Manor in maintenance.

Jim enjoyed fishing, his 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass, spending time with his family and playing slots at the casino.

Survivors include two sons, Kevin (Sherry) Kurtz of East Dubuque, IL and Tom Kurtz of Wisconsin Dells, WI; grandson, Cory (significant other, Nylah) Kurtz; granddaughter, Christa Kurtz; grandson, Matthew Kurtz; niece, Joanne Hagensten; nephew, Dave Hagensten and special friend and neighbor, Joyce Donath & family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Lisa and a sister, Dianne Hagensten.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

David J. Murphy

David John Murphy, 72, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away suddenly on Sunday, January 10, 2021 at home.

Private family services will be Thursday, January 14, 2021 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, with a Public Graveside Service at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday at the East Dubuque Cemetery, with Pastor Terry Bemis officiating. Military honors will be accorded at the grave by members of the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Visitation will be from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque.  Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, facemasks are required along with social distancing, and no more than (10) people are allowed in the funeral home at one time.  Please respect the family’s concerns.

Dave was born on October 4, 1948 in Dubuque, IA, the son of Walter and Ramona (Williams) Murphy.  He was a graduate of East Dubuque High School, the class of 1966. Dave was a proud veteran of the U. S. Army serving during the Vietnam War.

Dave was employed at the John Deere Dubuque Works, retiring in 2002. He was a member of U.A.W. Local # 94. Dave was united in marriage to Sandra K. Levins on September 5, 1969 in Galena, IL. She preceded him in death on July 29, 2002.

Dave enjoyed stock car racing, was an avid Chicago Bears and Chicago White Sox fan. He loved socializing and being with friends at R’s Place.

Surviving are two children, Tammy L. (A. J.) Dutler and Tim W. (Elissa) Murphy both of East Dubuque; five grandchildren, Brendan, Jordan, Haydan, Katelyn and Natalie; his mother-in-law, Zona Levins of Dubuque; in-laws, Diane Lancaster of Marsailles, IL, Brett (Tammy) Levins of Lawrenceville, GA, and Randy Levins of Dubuque.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter & Ramona; his siblings, Elaine Ousley and Roland “Boots” Murphy; his father-in-law, Delbert Levins, and in-laws, Mike and Debbie Levins.

A David J. Murphy memorial fund has been established.

The family wishes to thank the East Dubuque Police Dept., East Dubuque Area Ambulance Personnel and the Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Office for their quick response and compassion.

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

Larry D. Heneke

Larry D. Heneke, 82, of Maquoketa, IA passed away on Sunday morning, January 10, 2021, after a brief time at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, with his wife and daughter at his side.

A memorial visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M., Saturday, January 16, 2021, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. A private family graveside service and burial will be held at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa. It will be required to utilize face masks and to observe social distancing guidelines during the visitation and services.

Larry Dean Heneke was born August 13, 1938 in Jackson County, Iowa to Lavern and Mildred (Phillips) Heneke. He was a 1956 graduate of Maquoketa High School.

He married Marcella M. Barten on September 18, 1960 at Andrew Presbyterian Church, where Larry was a trustee.

He served his country in the Army Reserves beginning in April 1957 as General Supply Specialist in Fort Leonardwood, MO, earning an honorable discharge August 31, 1964.

Larry worked at Clinton Engines from 1957 – 1972. He began his career with Iowa Electric in 1972 at the Hydro Plant in Maquoketa, and at DeWitt power plant, working up to Hydro Diesel Engineer. He assumed full management of Lakehurst Dam in September 1984 and moved the family to the home at the dam site. He retired from Iowa Electric in 1997.

Larry was a jack of all trades, always ready to help whoever asked. He enjoyed golfing and was a past board president of Maquoketa Country Club. Additionally, he enjoyed card playing, fishing, and was an avid New York Yankees and Green Bay Packers fan.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Marcella; his daughter, Dena (Bruce) Hutton of Davenport, IA; his grandsons, Chris Hutton of Iowa City, IA and Matthew Hutton of Ottumwa, IA; his sisters, Shirley Propst of Maquoketa, and Karen Sanger of Davenport; his brother, Tom (Kim) Heneke of Spirit Lake, IA; sisters and brothers-in-law Ester Weirup, Vi (Ron) Yeager, Alvin (Vera) Barten, all of Maquoketa; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Jackson County Historical Society, Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House or a charity of the donor’s choic.

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

James Schroeder

On Friday January 8th, 2021 Jim Schroeder, loving husband and father of two, passed away at the age of 71.

A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a service will be held at 5:00 p.m. Please remember to wear your mask; if you are unable to attend, a live stream of the service will be on the funeral home Facebook page.

Jim was born on May 20th, 1949 in Sheffield IA to Don and Merna Schroeder. He received his Architectural degree from Iowa State University in 1972 and a week later, on March 4th married the love of his life, Jane Abrams.

After graduation Jim landed his first job with Rossiter & Hamm Architecture; he then worked for Mercy Hospital in Dubuque and retired after 30+ years. Jim had a passion for his work and was described for his great leadership on projects. He served on the board at Luther Manor for many years.

Jim also enjoyed boating, golfing, the Iowa Hawkeyes and being with family and friends.

Jim was driven to excel in everything he accomplished throughout his entire life. He left his mark on the Dubuque community.

Jim was preceded in death by his father Don Schroeder.

He is survived by his wife Jane, of Dubuque; his two children Jessica Krause, of Sussex, WI and Jeremy Schroeder, of Cedar Rapids, IA. His mother Merna Schroeder, of Marion, IA and Sister Jeri and Joe McGillicuddy of Cedar Rapids. Two Grandchildren Jacob and Lucas Krause along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Cary W. Zumhof

Cary W. Zumhof, 69, passed away on Sunday, January 10, 2021. Memorial Visitation will be 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Friday, January 15, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory in Dubuque. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery at a later date.

Cary was born December 10, 1951 in Dubuque, the son of Eugene and Helen (Head) Zumhof. He graduated from Chilton High School in Wisconsin in 1970. He married Nadine Nelson on July 10, 2002. Cary was a loyal Green Bay Packer Fan, enjoyed golfing, fishing, loved hanging out with his grandchildren, and grilling out. He also was an avid dog lover and had many loyal dogs over the years.

Survivors include his wife, Nadine; children, Jeff (Ana) Zumhof, Jesse (Katie) Zumhof, Kara Zumhof-Harris; grandchildren, Brynlee, Gavin, Phoenix, Lexi, Kylee, and Landon; step-children, Justin (Abbi) Lange and Rachel (Levi) Sommers; and a sister, Barb (Joe) Ketter.

Cary was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Jerry and Jeff Zumhof; and a sister, Sandy Stender.

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

Meredith A. Morehead

Meredith A. Morehead, 85, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday, January 8, 2021, at Maquoketa Care Center.

A celebration of her life will be held at 6 P.M. on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held 4 to 6 P.M. prior to the service at the funeral home. Cremation has taken place. A private burial will be held at a later date at Sutton Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa. It will be required to utilize face masks and to observe social distancing guidelines during the visitation and services.

Meredith Ann Garretson was born on June 16, 1935 in Jackson County, Iowa, to Kenneth and Winona (Sutton) Garretson. She was a graduate of Maquoketa High School. She married Kenneth Morehead and four children were born to the union, Kenneth, David, Beth and Steve.

Meredith had worked at several places throughout the years most notably Balliu Jewelry Store, Quality Jewelers and Doland Jewelers. She had also worked for many years at Circle M Auctions in Maquoketa.

Meredith had been a member of Community of Christ Church and its Ladies Aid. Her family was her world and she loved spending time with them.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Kenneth (Jan) Morehead of Peoria, AZ, David (Marla) Morehead of Maquoketa, IA, Beth (Leonard) O’Connell of Zwingle, IA, and Steve (Amy) Morehead of Maquoketa, IA; a sister, Wanda (Don) Rockwell of Maquoketa, IA; 10 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Meredith Ann Morehead memorial fund has been established.

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

Lloyd J. Kilburg

Lloyd J. Kilburg, 88, of Bellevue, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2021.  Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Preston.  Family will greet friends 9:00 am until Mass time also on Wednesday at the church, where a Rosary will begin at 8:30am prior to visitation.  Burial with Military Honors will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Preston

It is required to utilize masks and to observe social distancing during the visitation and during the funeral mass due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Funeral Mass will be livestreamed on Maquoketa Sacred Heart Catholic Church face book page.

Lloyd was born June 4, 1932 in rural Jackson County, the son of Dominic and Florence (Weis) Kilburg.  He served in the US Army and then married Monica Manders on April 24, 1957, she passed on February 26, 1994.  Together they farmed south of Preston, until moving to rural Bellevue in 1990.  Lloyd was strong in his faith and a longtime member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Preston, a member of Knights of Columbus and Spraqueville American Legion.  He volunteered for Hospice for over 20 years, enjoyed gathering with his siblings, children, and grandchildren.  He will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his children; Delbert Kilburg, Susan Wagner, Connie (Roger) Dutton, Nancy (Byron) Bielenberg, George (Brenda) Kilburg, Joyce (Paul) Glovik, Irvin (Christina) Kilburg, and Mollie (Terry) DeLarm; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, Alvin Kilburg, Earl (Catherine) Kilburg, Kenneth (Jean) Kilburg, Leo (Janis) Kilburg, Vera (Levi) Schmidt, and Dula (Leon) Tebbe; brothers and sister in-law, Judy Kilburg, Melvin (Serena) Manders, Darlene Reuter, Glenn (Peggy) Manders, Lorin Manders, and Carol Hampton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Monica; children, David and Grace Kilburg; sons in-law, Keith Wagner and Steven Boyd; siblings, Albert (Mary) Kilburg, Vernon Kilburg, Rita (Raymond) Roling, Marcella “Sally” (Paul) Banowetz, Edna (Michael) Reuter, Vincent Kilburg; sisters in-law, Estelle Kilburg, Sr. Algean Manders brothers in-law, Donald Reuter and Dale Manders.

A memorial fund has been established in Lloyd’s memory, memorials and condolences may be mailed to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service 100 N. 6^th St. Bellevue, IA 52031 c/o Lloyd Kilburg Family.

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