Obituaries Archive

Delores E. Nauman

Dolores E. (Linden) Nauman, age 96, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 6:26 a.m., on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at Stonehill Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Dolores’ life, family and friends may visit from 12:00 noon until the time of services at 3:30 p.m., on Sunday, February 2, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, with Sr. Margaret Anne Kramer officiating the service.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery at a later date following cremation.

Dolores was born on December 3, 1923, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Earl and Elizabeth (Straub) Linden.

Dolores grew up in Dubuque where she graduated from Dubuque Senior High School.  She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Charles Nauman, on January 10, 1948, in Oceanside, California.  They were blessed with 59 wonderful years together and happily “tolerated” 5 children, before he was sadly called home ahead of her on August 12, 2007.  Not only was Dolores a full time wife, mother and homemaker, but she was also employed at May’s Drug Store, Alverno Apartments and was owner of the Old 20 Inn.  Her Catholic faith was very important to Dolores and she was a long time member of St. Anthony’s Church and the Watania Club.  In her younger days Dolores was quite the dancer, and a regular at Melody Mill.  In later years she enjoyed bowling and playing Euchre, as well as playing the organ and piano, cooking and tending to her flowers and rose bushes.  Dolores was a fantastic cook and loved to bake bread and cakes.  She also enjoyed spending time on the beaches in Florida where she spent time every February.  Family however always brought the brightest smile to Dolores’ face, she loved each and every one of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and siblings dearly.  We are deeply saddened at losing Dolores in our daily lives, but take some comfort in the fact that she is now free of the health issues she has faced so bravely, and is gracing the dance floor in Heaven with her beloved Charles for all Eternity.

Those left to cherish Dolores’ memory include

her children,
Judy (Bob Canon) Nauman, Dubuque, IA,
Peter Nauman, Payson, AZ,
Dean (Holly) Nauman, Dubuque, IA,
Lorin (Virginia) Nauman, Warriors Mark, PA
and Ken Nauman, Sarasota, FL;

her grandchildren,
Jared (Calista), Jolynn, Chambers, Ian, Ken and Amanda;

her great-grandchildren,
Mia, Corbin, Kalyn, Derik and Ridge;

her great great-granddaughter,
Raelynne;

and her siblings,
Donald Linden,
Pete (Darlene) Linden,
Jack Linden,
Char Simon
and Janice (Fred) Wuertzer.

Dolores was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Nauman; 3 brothers, Tom (Ida) Linden, Delbert Linden and Robert “Bob” (Esther) Linden; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Linden; a brother-in-law, Paul Simon; and a step-daughter, Rachael Nauman.

Dolores’ family would like to thank the outstanding care givers at Stonehill, especially those in the memory care unit, and Hospice of Dubuque, for being so kind, sweet and attentive to all of Dolores’ needs these past years.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among her favorite charities.

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

Timothy J. Ruden

Timothy John Ruden, 59, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on January 28, 2020 at MercyOne Medical Center surrounded by family.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory.

Tim was born on August 21, 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Don Ruden and Joyce (Hermes) Ruden. In 1979 he graduated Dubuque Hempstead High School in Dubuque and was employed as custodian for Dubuque community school district for 25 years before retiring

He married Deb (Klaas) Ruden on September 19th, 1981 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque.

Tim was a loving husband to Deb, his children and two grandchildren. he loved the outdoors, hunting, and fishing were his favorite pastimes. Tim could often be found working in his yard or tending to his garden in which he took great pride. His loyal Labrador companions Sam and Sadies were always by his side. Tim never complained even throughout his 4-year courageous battle with cancer. Earth may have lost a beautiful soul, but Heaven gained a mighty warrior.

Tim is survived by his wife Deb Ruden; his children, Amanda Ruden, TJ (Brandy) Ruden; two grandchildren Rylie and Noah Ruden. His mother, Joyce (Hermes) Ruden; siblings: Christine (Mark) Richman, of Omaha, Nebraska, Mike (Susan) Ruden, of Dubuque, Michelle Colby of Virginia Beach, VA, Patrick (Kelly) Ruden, of Marietta GA, Brian (Ann) Ruden, of Dubuque, and Mark (Jodi) Ruden, of Dubuque. His mother-in-law Yvonne Klaas, of Dubuque; Sisters-in-law Carolyn Klaas, of Dubuque, and Sue (Bob) Biddle of East Dubuque; brother-in-law, Paul Klaas, of Tracey, CA, along with many nieces and nephews and his beloved black lab Sam.

Tim was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Chris and Myrtle (Pline) Hermes and clarence and Sylvia Ruden; his father, Don Ruden; father-in-law, Herb Klaas, and his beloved chocolate lab Sadie.

Thank you to Dr. Engelman and the Oncology team, MercyOne Medical Center along with the emergency room staff and physicians for all their care, kindness and compassion.

Geraldine A. (Welsh) Ryan

Geraldine A. (Welsh) Ryan died suddenly on January 27, 2020 at home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2020 at St. Joseph Key West Church. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a rosary will be said at 3:00 p.m.

Geri was born July 26, 1935. Daughter of Clem and Regina (Shannon) Welsh. She graduated from Visitation Academy. She married Paul F. Ryan on October 15, 1955 at St. Joseph’s Church Key West. She was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Key West.

She worked at Brown Publishing, Oakland Farms Dairy, and Grandview Dairy Store. She was active in the Rosary Society, Craft League, Parish Festivals. She helped in the restoration of the parish grotto. She was the director the St. Joseph’s School Lunch program for over 20 years. She was involved in 4H, the Dubuque County Fair.

Geri was passionate about quilting and was active in her quilting groups like the Cable Car Quilt Group especially the Quilts of Valor. She was active in the craft group at St. Joseph’s Church. Geri’s other activities included being the Trustee of Table Mound Township and the Firefighters Memorial in Coralville, Iowa. Geri also spent many hours as a volunteer at Table Mound Elementary School. More recently, Geri enjoyed traveling to Columbus, Georgia and Ankeny, Iowa to visit family for a good competitive game of Shanghai Rummy.

Family members left to mourn her loss include her seven children: Nancy Ryan, of Columbus, GA, David Ryan, of Atlanta, GA, Barbara (Mark) Fortson, of Fortson GA, Patti (Ken Mueller) Ryan, of Key West, IA., Shari (Pat) Johnson, of Asbury, IA, Mark (Kathy) Ryan, of Ankeny, IA, Shannon (Matt) Vrotsos, of Key West, IA. Ten grandchildren: Alyce Ryan, of Columbus, GA, Tom (Monica) Fortson, of Columbus, GA, Joe (Rachel) Fortson, of Columbus, GA, Rachel Johnson, of Dubuque, IA, Zach, Nathan, and Olivia Ryan, of Ankeny, IA, Ryan, Madelyne, and Chloe Vrotsos, of Key West, IA; and three great-grandchildren: Charlotte and Jack Fortson, and Ryan Fortson. Geri is also survived by her brother Donald (Margery) Welsh, Mary Jane (Frank) Martin, and Carolyn (Carl) Moyer, all of Dubuque, IA. Her sisters in-law: Gail Ryan, of East Dubuque, IL, Kay Steuck and Andrea Ryan, of Dubuque, IA.

Preceded in death by the love her life, Paul and other family members, Eileen and Ted Beaves, Ray Ryan, William Ryan, and Robert Steuck.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Geraldine Ryan memorial fund.

The family would like to thank the Key West Fire Dept. for all their care and compassion.

Florence M. (Rauch) Kafar

Florence M. (Rauch) Kafar, age 89, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. There will be no services or visitation according to Florence’s wishes. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street is in charge of arrangements.

Florence’s family would like to express our love and admiration to her son, David, for the love and selfless care that he gave to mom 24 hours a day in her time of need. Also a heartfelt thanks to everyone at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their outstanding care of Florence.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.

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

James J. Mueller

James J. “Jim” Mueller, 69, of Cuba City, Wisconsin, died Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends may call from 4-7:30 p.m. Thursday, January 30, 2020, at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City. Private family burial will take place at a later date.

Jim was born on September 15, 1950, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Leroy and Dorthy (Lynch) Mueller. He married Joan M. Vosberg on October 16, 1976, at St. Joseph’s Church, Sinsinawa, Wisconsin. She preceded him in death on February 8, 2011.

Jim enjoyed tractor pulls, working in the fields, driving his Bobcat, fixing equipment and doing anything that needed to be done on the farm along with sharing stories. He loved playing euchre at the kitchen table with his family and “extended family.” Jim also loved racing cars or racing his family members home. His grandpa nicknamed Jim “Jimmy Cricket.” To many more he was “Uncle Jim” or “Dad.”

Survivors include his children, Tami Mueller and Brian Mueller, both of Cuba City; his sisters, Elly (Artie) Mentz, Dubuque, and Karen (Merlin) Steffen, Peosta; and his brothers, Nick Mueller, and Dave (Dawn) Mueller, both of Dubuque.

He was also preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Don and Eugene.

In lieu of flowers, a Jim Mueller Memorial Fund has been established.

A special thank you to the staff at UW-Hospital, MercyOne Dubuque, Hospice of Dubuque and Stonehill Care Center .

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseyfuneralhome.net.

Daniel P. Molony

Daniel P. “Pat” Molony, 88, of Peosta, Iowa, died on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Eagle Point Place, Dubuque, Iowa.

To celebrate Pat’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at St. Patrick’s Church Garryowen, Bernard, Iowa.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Michael Hutchins, SVD officiating.  Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by Cascade American Legion Post 28. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Daniel Patrick Molony was born in Bernard, Iowa on January 24, 1932 to Michael and Grace (Cannon) Molony.  He was the youngest of ten children and grew up farming with the family.  After graduation from Campion Jesuit High School in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, he worked as a skilled tradesman with his brother Michael in Madison, Wisconsin until 1970.  He returned to family farming near Otter Creek, Iowa in 1970.

On November 22, 1958, Pat married Elaine M. Beauchamp at Naivety Church in Dubuque.  Pat is survived by his wife, Elaine, and his children Patrick, Erin, Timothy (Laura), and Luke (Victoria), as well as his brother, Richard Molony of Bernard.  Pat was blessed with five grandchildren; Liam, Brighid, Keelin, Katie, and Gracie.  Pat was predeceased by his parents, his other siblings, his son Shawn and daughter Mary.

Pat was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Cubs, and a lifelong Democrat.  He enjoyed his years of farming and time spent socializing with friends and family.

Pat’s final months were spent at Ennoble Rehabilitation Center and Eagle Point Place under the care of Hospice of Dubuque.  His care providers treated him with dignity and grace, as well as, compassion.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association.

Mary Kathryn Lassance

Mary Kathryn Lassance, 92, Epworth, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, January 28, 2020 at Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Mary Kathryn will be held from 2 to 8 p.m., Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, where a prayers service will be held at 2 p.m. Visitation will also be held after 9 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Kathryn will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 1, 2020 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Epworth, Iowa with Rev. Michael Schueller officiating. Burial will be held in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Epworth, Iowa.

Mary Kathryn was born May 30, 1927 in Placid, Iowa, daughter of Joseph and Irene (Casey) Urbain. She received his education in the rural country schools in Placid, St. Joseph’s High School and Mount Mercy College in Cedar Rapids, IA and finished her teaching degree at University of Dubuque in Dubuque, IA. Mary Kathryn was a teacher for 43 years until her retirement in 1989. On April 14, 1951 she was united in marriage to David J. Lassance. Together the couple farmed in the rural Epworth area. He preceded her in death on February 12, 2012.

She was a member of St. Patrick’s Parish and St. Patrick’s Altar and Rosary Society in Epworth, Iowa. Mary Kathryn was also a life member of the Retired Teachers Association and a former member of the Farley Catholic Daughters of Americas Presentation Court #1460.

She is survived by four children, Paul Lassance of Dubuque, IA, Ray (Jeannie) Lassance of San Bernadino, CA, Peggy (John Becker) Becker of Dubuque, IA, and Patty (Pat) Veneziano of Dubuque, IA; one daughter-in-law, Kathy Conner of Dubuque, IA; 9 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; one brother, Jerome Urbain of Epworth, IA; five sisters, Donna Flynn of Dubuque, IA, Elaine Decker of Fountain Hills, AZ, Jane Sweeney of Epworth, IA, Ellen Lindauer of Cascade, IA and Nora (Bruce) Cottrell of Dubuque, IA; two brothers-in-law, Bill Adams of Dyersville, IA and Joe O’Brien of Cascade, IA; two sisters-in-law, Ethel Doyle of Dubuque, IA and Ann Kiss of Montreal, Canada.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Tim Lassance on October 7, 2000; one great grandson, Samuel Rysavy; her sisters, Joanne Adams and Monica O’Brien; sister-in-law, Mary Parthun.

In lieu of flowers a Mary Kathryn Lassance memorial fund has been established.

The family would like to thank the staff of Oak Park Place, Hawkeye Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for all the wonderful care and kindness they gave to Mary Kathryn.

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

Tracy L. Holland

Tracy L. Holland, 63, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, Iowa.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of Tracy from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, January 31, 2020, in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation rites have been accorded. A private burial will be at Canton, Iowa at a later date.

Tracy Lynn Holland was born on October 18, 1956 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Clyde Carson and Jane Carol (Yarolem) Holland. She attended Midland of Wyoming Community Schools. She grew up in Monmouth and lived in Maquoketa for the past four years.

She had worked odd jobs throughout the years most notably at Hoof Products in Maquoketa and lastly for Gib Marcucci Stables in Monmouth.

Tracy enjoyed fishing, playing Yahtzee and Bingo with friends.

Those left to honor Tracy’s memory include her six siblings, Ronnie (Alice) Holland of Rockwell, IA, Cindy Holland of Maquoketa, IA, Mary Jo (Dave) Fuller of Monmouth, IA, Richard Holland of Marion, IA, Ed (Joleen) Holland of Wyoming, IA, and Gary (Tammy) Holland of Monmouth, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Tracy Lynn Holland memorial fund.

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

Shirley E. Barker

Shirley E. Barker, 75, of Davenport, Iowa, and formerly of Maquoketa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

A Natural Journey Farewell with cremation has taken place. A private burial will be held in the Andrew, Iowa Cemetery at a later date.

Shirley Elizabeth Jorgensen was born on October 22, 1944 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Glenn and Lois (Siegel) Jorgensen. She was a 1962 graduate of Andrew High School. She married Alvin Barker on August 25, 1963 at Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew, Iowa.

Shirley had worked for Wenger Truck Line in Davenport as a payroll manager for over 24 years. She and Alvin had lived in Maquoketa from 1963 to 1985 and from 1985 until present in Davenport.

She enjoyed gardening, camping, crosswords and spending winters in Texas. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. She especially enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren play sports.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Alvin Barker of Davenport, IA; children, Todd (Fiancé Billee Brinkman) of Andover, MN, Brian (Amy) Barker of Grand Rapids, MI, Janelle Barker of Davenport, IA, and Scott (Christy) Barker of Long Grove, IA; 7 grandchildren, Jacob, Zachary, Kyle, Emily, Taylor, Mason, and Abigail; and 3 great-grandchildren, Nolan, Roman and Isaac.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister Carol, and infant twins Donna and Johnna.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

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

James J. Pasker

James “Jim” Joseph Pasker, 85, of Edgewood, Iowa, formerly of Colesburg, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home in Edgewood. He was born on September 30, 1934, in New Vienna, the son of Albert and Alvina (Wiskus) Pasker, and graduated from St. Boniface Catholic School in New Vienna in 1952.

Following graduation, Jim farmed, in the Colesburg area. On September 29, 1956, Jim was united in marriage to Marie Maiers at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Colesburg. The couple continued to farm, and six children were born to this union. In 1972, Jim began working for John Deere. He quit farming in 1986 and retired from John Deere in 1994.

Jim was a long-time member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Colesburg. He enjoyed Polka music and dancing as well as fishing and watching the St. Louis Cardinals and the Iowa Hawkeye basketball team. Jim and Marie wintered in Panama Beach, Florida, for several years.

Jim is survived by his wife, Marie Pasker of Edgewood; five children, Kevin (Susan) Pasker of Bicknell, Indiana, Mike (Sue) Pasker of Manchester, Julie (Scott) Thompson of Cedar Rapids, Jeff (Carolyn) Pasker of Lake Crystal, Minnesota, and Bob (Penny Powers) Pasker of Garber; 15 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Grace Pasker of New Vienna.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Charles in 1978; two brothers, Urban Pasker and Leon Pasker; and a sister, Verna (John) Westmark.

Online condolences may be sent to www.leonard-mullerfh.com.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at St. Patrick Parish Center in Colesburg, Iowa, with Reverend John Haugen officiating. Visitation: 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2020, at St. Patrick Parish Center in Colesburg, where there will be a private family Scripture service at 2:30 p.m. Friends may also call from 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. before Mass on Saturday at the center. Interment: St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery – Colesburg, Iowa

Carvel W. Blosch

Carvel W. Blosch, 78, of Dubuque died Friday, January 24, 2020.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road where visitation will be held Thursday from 9 :30 a.m. until time of service. Burial will be in Harmony Cemetery, Zwingle.

Carvel was born June 18, 1941 in Dubuque, son of Conrad and Mary (Timmerman) Blosch.

He is survived by a brother, Carmen (Anna Mae) Blosch of Cuba City, WI and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three sisters and two brothers in law, Della and Eldon Hoerner, Dorothy and Gordon Bradley and Evelyn Paulson; a niece, Twila Hoerner and a newphew, Ronald Blosch.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Sunnycrest Manor for their loving care and Tom Jack for all he did for Carvel.

Tracy C. Green

Tracy C. Green, 45, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa, surrounded by her family.

A celebration of her life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Thursday, January 30, 2020, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 P.M., Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the services, and burial will be at Sutton Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, at a later date.

Tracy Christine Bowen was born on February 26, 1974 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Dennis and Carol (Rockwell) Bowen. She was a 1992 graduate of Maquoketa Community High School. She married Todd Alan Green on May 18, 1996 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa.

Tracy had worked as a Direct Service Person at DAC, Inc. in Maquoketa for over ten years.

She was a member of the Epilepsy Foundation and the “One Shake Is All It Takes” Shaken Baby Syndrome Foundation. She also was actively involved with the Dance Marathon benefitting the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital at both Loras College and Maquoketa.

Tracy enjoyed watching movies especially Titanic and any movie with her favorite actor Patrick Swayze in it.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Todd Green of Maquoketa, IA; a daughter Morryah Green of Maquoketa, IA; her mother, Carol Bowen of Maquoketa, IA; sisters, Stacie (Andy) Riley of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Kelly Bowen of Andrew, IA; her mother-in-law, Susan Green of Maquoketa, IA; brothers-and-sisters-in-law, Rick Green of Maquoketa, IA, Penny and Corey Roeder of Rochester, MN, and Loren and Lisa Green of State Center, IA; and 5 nieces and nephews, Clayton, Courtney, Madde, Abby, and Jimmy.

She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents, her father Dennis Bowen, and her father-in-law Richard Green.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Tracy C. Green memorial fund has been established.

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

Glenn C. Hansen

Glenn Clarence Hansen, 84 of Bellevue, passed away on, Sunday, January 26, 2020.

Visitation will be 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, with a Prayer Service at 7:00 pm. Private Family Graveside Services will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Bellevue.

Glenn was born on July 5, 1935 in Balltown, Iowa, son of William and Romualda “Mollie” (Bleile) Hansen. He began farming at a very young age when his father passed away and he was called to take over the family farm and help raise his siblings.

He married Rita Kirchberg of Kieler, Wisconsin on June 14, 1957 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kieler. They started their married life dairy farming in Sabula, Iowa and then moved to Bellevue, Iowa where he continued dairy farming until his retirement in 1995. He was an award-winning dairy farmer in Jackson County winning numerous awards for herd management and also for farm management/crop rotation. Upon his retirement, he worked in maintenance for Mill Valley Care Center for many years.

His greatest accomplishments though, were his strong love for his family and for honesty and integrity. He will be deeply missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Glenn is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Rita; children, Kevin (Julie) Hansen and Karen (Daniel) Ploessl, all of Bellevue, Kelly (Scott) Siegel and Kurt (Lori) Hansen, both of DeWitt, Iowa; nine grandchildren, Mike, Megan, Samuel, Jessica, Matthew, Katelyn, Colin, Jacob, and Cory; six great grandchildren, Stacy, Wyatt, Connor, Micah, Emmitt, and Paisley, two brothers, Virgil (Melita) Hansen and William Hansen of Maquoketa; four sisters, Evelyn (Vince) Decker, Darla Kay (Louis) Decker of Zwingle, Mary Young and Pam LaPrell of Dubuque; and sister in-law, Veronica Hansen and brother in-law Ray Owens; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his father and mother in-law, Michael and Barbara Kirchberg; siblings, Celestine “Pete” Hansen, Linda (Bernie) Andrews; in-laws, Bob (Vivian) Vondran, Orin (Edna) Lenstra, Barbara June Owens, John LaPrell, and Dennis Young

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Mill Valley Care Center, Hospice of Dubuque, especially, Amy and Peggy.

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

Sister Jan Brynda, OP 

Sister Jan Brynda, OP, died Thursday, Jan. 23, 2020, in Oak Lawn, Ill.

Her funeral Mass will be at the Sinsinawa Motherhouse at 10:30 a.m., Friday, Jan. 31, 2020, with a wake service there at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 1.

Sister Jan ‘s ministry included teaching in Wisconsin parish schools, serving as principal at St. Rose, Cuba City, and diocesan associate superintendent in Fort Wayne, Ind. She was pastoral associate at Champaign and Burbank, Ill., and director of adult faith formation at St. Benedict, Blue Island. She was an advisor and instructor in the School of Education, Dominican University, and volunteered at the McGreal Center.

Named Adrenne by her parents, John and Irene (Pianowski) Brynda, she was born in Chicago, and is survived by her sister, Sister Eileen Brynda, OP., and her Dominican Sisters.

Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Allan P. Hosch

Allan Peter Hosch, 86, of Cascade, Iowa, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Initiative Care Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Allan may call from 3 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 3:30 p.m. and a Knights of Columbus Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m.

Services for Allan will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, with Rev. Aloysius Vorwald Presiding. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa with full Military honors afforded by the Cascade American Legion Post #528.

He was born May 7, 1933 in Monticello, Iowa, son of Alois and Margaret (Weber) Hosch. On June 4, 1956 he was united in marriage to Joan Brady at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Garryowen, Iowa. The couple farmed in the rural Cascade Area, he also did carpenter work. Allan always enjoyed playing cards.

He was an Army Veteran. He was a member of St. Matthias Parish, the Cascade American Legion Post #528, for which he served as Past Commander, a member of the Cascade Knights of Columbus Council #930.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Hosch of Cascade, IA; three children, Margie (Marv) McLees of Cascade, IA, Mark (Ellen) Hosch of Parkview, IA and Kathleen (John) Boelter of Sunny Vale, CA; 4 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; three sisters, Sr. Joan Hosch, O.S.F. of Dubuque, IA, Sr. Marjorie Hosch, O.S.F. of Greenville, SC, and Ann (Sal) Salamone of Greenlawn, NY; a brother, Steve (JoAnn) Hosch of Epworth, IA; two sisters-in-law, Mitzie Hosch and Grace Cigrand both of Cascade, IA.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Ruth Schell and Marilyn Mangino; one brother, David Hosch; one sister-in-law, Ann (Pat) Quinn and four brothers-in-law, Pat Brady, Roy Mangino, Louis Schell and Bob Cigrand.

An Allan P. Hosch memorial fund has been established in lieu of flowers.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com