Obituaries Archive

Mildred G. Finzel

Mildred G. “Millie” (Koetz) Finzel, age 96, of Dubuque, passed away at 10:24 p.m. on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, at Luther Manor.  To celebrate Millie’s life, family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., on Sunday, November 1, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Due to the COVID-19 concerns all who attend will be required to wear a face covering.  To honor Millie’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Monday, November 2, 2020, at St. John the Baptist Church, 241 Peosta Street, with Rev. Michael G. Schueller officiating.  Burial will be in St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Centralia, Iowa.

Millie’s livestream feed for her service can be found on St. John the Baptist Church’s Facebook page or by following this link

https://www.facebook.com/pages/St%20John%20the%20Baptist%20Parish/976456642428317/

Millie was born on January 17, 1924, in Sherrill, Iowa, daughter of Michael and Edna (Theilen) Koetz.

Millie graduated from Peosta High School, Class of 1941.  She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Norbert M. Finzel, on November 22, 1945, at St. John the Baptist Church in Peosta.  They were blessed to spend 30 years together, and raise their daughter Janice, before Norbert passed away on May 7, 1976.  Millie was proud to be a full time wife, mom and homemaker, as well as helping Norbert with the day to day running of the farm earning her the title of the “Egg Lady”.  Her faith was an important part of her daily life.  Millie was a long time member of the Church of the Resurrection and their Rosary Society and St. John the Baptist Church.  She was always very active, being a member of the 62+ Club taking frequent bus trips with Tri-State Tours.  She bowled regularly well into her 90’s and served as the secretary for the Retired Mixed Bowling League.  Millie enjoyed gardening, crocheting, sewing, playing cards and Polka dancing.  She never sat still!  Above all Millie’s family meant the world to her.  The grandkids were her pride and joy and they always knew that if mom said “no”, grandma was just across the yard to have a different answer for them.  We are deeply saddened at losing our wonderful grandma, great-grandma and sister, but take some comfort in knowing that she is now reunited with Norbert and Janice, and all of her family members in Eternity.

Those left to cherish Millie’s memory include

her grandchildren,
Christa Knapp, Dubuque, IA,
Martina (Chris) Willey, Allerton, IA,
Jenifer (Bill) Lewis, Onslow, IA
and Jay Michael (Steph Heinsius) Lochner, Olin, IA;

her great-grandchildren,
Carlen, Riley, Riana, Clayton, Sam and Grace Ann;

her 4 step-great grandchildren;

her 3 step great great-grandchildren;

and her siblings,
Francis (Marian) Koetz, Centralia, IA
and Glenn (Madonna) Koetz, Dubuque, IA.

Millie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norbert Finzel; a daughter, Janice (Allen) Lochner; 2 sisters, Marilyn Koetz and Madonna (Harold) Schmitt; and 2 brothers, one in infancy and Joseph Koetz.

Millie’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Luther Manor for all of their kind and attentive care of Millie.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among her favorite charities and may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Mildred G. Finzel Family.

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

Barbara Loney Kapparos Soley

Barbara Loney Kapparos Soley, 82, long time resident of Dubuque, died peacefully, at home, Monday, October 26, 2020.

Barbara was born in Dubuque February 21, 1938 to Gladys and Kenneth Loney.

Barbara was the second of eight children and graduated from Senior High School in 1956.

Barbara worked for Flexsteel in Dubuque and Waxahachie, TX.  She retired from Flexsteel while in Waxahachie and started her own business, Comfy Cushions.  Barbara was an active softball player for the Dubuque Parks and Recreation league in her younger years.

Barbara loved tending to her yard work and keeping up with friends and family.  Barbara, “Boss Nana”, is survived by her three daughters, Dianna (Ron) Volkert, Jean (Paul Reinhardt) Kapparos, Carol (Kevin) Cochenour; five grandchildren Nikolas O’Neill, Jeremy (Courtney) Frye, Leslie (David) Stonskas Martin, Jacob Cochenour, Renee (Sam) Cochenour Degree; six great grandchildren Skyler Frye, Summer Frye, Xander Frye, Theodor Martin, Nora Martin, Remington “Remy” Degree; five brothers and two sisters Gerald (Marie) Loney, David “Butch” (Judy) Loney, Carol “Toots” (Clyde “Sonny”) Adams, Allan “Cork” Loney, Jim (Carol) Loney, Donald “Gus” (Nancy) Loney, Marilee “Bits” Loney, several nieces, nephews, cousins and good friends.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Gladys Butler Loney, Kenneth Loney and her sister in-law Patricia (Gus) Loney.  Barbara will be cremated and a celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date. The family extends their deep appreciation to Hospice of Dubuque personnel Kelli, Julie and Jenny, Dr. Freiburger, Dr. Janes, and her close loving neighbor, Rita Vogt.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Condolences sent to the family by visiting Barbara’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Lois M. Belken

Lois M. (Dalberg) Belken, 78, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away Monday afternoon, October 26, 2020 at Mercy One Dubuque Medical Center.

Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, a private graveside service for family only will be held at the East Dubuque Cemetery. The Miller Funeral Home is serving the family.

Lois was born on August 9, 1942 in Grant County, WI, the daughter of Bernard and Beulah (Thomas) Dalberg.  She was united in marriage to Donald J. Belken on February 10, 1996.

She was formerly employed at the Chicago-Dubuque Foundry in East Dubuque and later at the Diamond Jo Casino in Dubuque.  Lois loved to read.

Surviving is her husband, Donald, two sons, Dan Dalberg of East Dubuque and Greg (Lori) Dalberg of Dubuque; three grandchildren, Samantha Harvey, and Carly & Seth Dalberg; three step-children, Lisa (Mark) Smelcer, Allison (Mark) Schwabedissen and Greg Belken all of the Chicago area; 6-step-grandchildren, Luke & Dylan Smelcer, Jaxon & Joshua Schwabedissen, and Gabi & Brody Belken.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, William & Edward Dalberg.

The family would like to extend special thanks to the nurses and staff at Mercy One Dubuque for the excellent care provided to their wife and mother.

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

Gary L. Rahe

Gary L Rahe, 68 of Dyersville passed away Monday, October 26, 2020, at his home after a long battle with Multiple Systems Atrophy (MSA).

Visitation will be held from 2 – 7 pm Friday, October 30, 2020, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.  Visitation will continue Saturday morning from 9-10 at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services.  Masks are strongly encouraged and social distancing appreciated both at the funeral home and at church.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, October 31, 2020, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica, Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Dennis Quint will officiate.

Gary was born September 10, 1952, in Manchester the son of Leroy “Dutch” and Wilma “Billie” (Klostermann) Rahe. He married Deanne “Dee” Dingbaum on October 5, 1974, in Petersburg.  Together they farmed east of Dyersville and he enjoyed farming and spending time with his children and grandchildren.  Some hobbies included golfing, playing cards and enjoying a good laugh.

Survivors include his wife, Dee, children: Angela (Ben) Blomfield of London, England, Kevin (Gina) Rahe of Farley, Keith (Charli) Rahe of Gilberts, IL Kurt (fiancé Holly Maurer) Rahe of Delhi; grandchildren: Bay and Mylo Blomfield, Mason, Cole and Taylor Rahe, Rossilyn, Jackson and Weston Rahe, Keegan and Krailyn Rahe; siblings: Jeff (Deb) Rahe of Dubuque, Daryl Rahe of Cedar Rapids, Kathy Chapman of Fairfax and Diane (Frank) Klostermann of Atkins; in-laws: Jolene Rahe of Dyersville, Mike (Sandy) Dingbaum of Earlville, Mary Waterman of Guttenberg and Denny (Sylvia) Dingbaum of DeWitt.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Daniel Rahe, and two nieces: Sheri Chapman and Kari Klostermann; parents-in-law, Luvern Dingbaum and Dorie Mallicoat, and a brother-in-law, Rudy Waterman.

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

Bruce D. Niehaus

Bruce D. Niehaus, 58, of Springville, and formerly of Dyersville, Iowa passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 25, 2020, at MercyOne Medical Center in Cedar Rapids.

Private funeral services were held at United Methodist Church in Delhi with burial at St. Francis Cemetery in Dyersville.  Pastor Keith Pitts officiated.

Bruce was born October 20, 1962, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of David “Moose” and Judy (Oldham) Niehaus.  He graduated from Western Dubuque High School with the Class of 1981.  He went into the wood flooring business and eventually became self-employed.

Survivors include his parents, Moose & Judy Niehaus of Dyersville, two daughters: Star Runer and Vanessa Niehaus, both of Oklahoma, 6 grandchildren, his significant other, Susan Ruble of Springville, and siblings: Brad (Susan) Niehaus of Muscatine, Brenda (Bryan) Gray of Manchester, Ted (Deanna) Glover of O’Fallon, IL and Travis Niehaus of Delhi and Tom (Kelly) Steward of Des Moines.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, an infant brother, Brian, and a sister-in-law, Jackie Niehaus.

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

Michael J. Kalb

Michael Joseph Kalb, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics at the age of 62.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, October 29th at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church, with Rev. David Schatz officiating. Mass will be live-streamed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home Facebook page.  Family and friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28th, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road.  Masks and social distancing are required during the services.

Mike was born on December 2, 1957 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Richard and Bernadine (List) Kalb.  He attended Nativity Grade School and Wahlert Catholic High School, graduating in 1976.  Following graduation, Mike began his 44-year career in the masonry business. For the last fifteen years he was a masonry supervisor for J.P. Cullen & Sons, Inc.

On May 24, 1986, Mike was united in marriage to Judy Zahren at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church.  Together, the two enjoyed their warm vacation getaways during the winter months, their Saturday date nights and family barbecues.  Mike was blessed with a variety of skills and talents.   He was often called upon, and never refused, various projects to help family and friends.  Mike loved to be challenged by difficult jobs and would often say “Don’t be afraid!”  He was adored by his extended family, who loved his sense of humor, practical jokes, tall tales and mischievous grin.

Mike is survived by his wife Judy of Dubuque; his siblings Richard (Karl Laird) Kalb of New York, NY, Sue (Ralph John) Ellwanger of Dubuque, IA, Mary Jean (Paul) Powers of Denver, CO, Julie (Mike) White, Jim (Laura Watson) Kalb and Greg (Suzy) Kalb all of Dubuque, IA; his brother-in-law Mike (Pam) Zahren and sister-in-law Carol (Clifford) Wyatt both of Dubuque, IA; also surviving are many nieces, nephews and great nieces and  great nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; and in-laws Bob and Barb Zahren.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Michael J. Kalb memorial fund.

Mike’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff on the 3rd floor and the ICU at Mercy One Medical Center as well as the ICU staff at the University of Iowa Hospitals.  They would also like to extend a very special thank you to Dr. T.J. King for his continuous help and support during the past several weeks.

Thomas J. Roseliep

Thomas John Roseliep, age 77, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on October 19, 2020, at home. A private family service will be held to honor Tom’s life, in accordance with his wishes. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Tom was born on July 23, 1943, in Dubuque, a son to Louis John and Cathryn Louise (Heim) Roseliep. He graduated from Loras Academy, and Loras College with a degree in History. He also earned a degree in Journalism from Iowa State University.

Tom worked as a journalist first in Minnesota and later for outlets in the Tri-State area, including the Telegraph Herald. Tom also worked for the US Postal Service in Dubuque, and for Divine Word Theological Seminary. In 1992 he joined his brother James L. Roseliep at Security Products of Dubuque, where he stayed for 28 years.

Tom was a devout Catholic and attended mass every week. He also paid visits to nuns, priests, and fellow parishioners within the Dubuque Catholic family.

Tom was a devoted listener to old-time radio Sunday nights on KDTH. He also listened to classical music on KSUI, and made time for Cubs and Bears games. He was an avid reader and museum-goer, and took in plays, musicals, and live music. He enjoyed strolls on the Mississippi Riverwalk, but could most often be found at Lock & Dam No. 11 on warm afternoons, watching the tows and river traffic.

Tom was an inveterate communicator in his signature ALL CAPS text messages, as well as in daily emails, and particularly and most memorably in snail-mail envelopes full of news clippings, cartoons, and notes. Whenever a family member, friend, or old North End acquaintance moved, Tom’s letter would be the first to greet their arrival.

Tom leaves behind his two brothers, James L. Roseliep, of Dubuque, Iowa, and Daniel G. (Susan) Roseliep, of Naples, Florida; two nieces, Justine Roseliep of New Orleans, Louisiana, and Nanette Barnard (Shawn) Owens, of Kansas City, Kansas; his three nephews, Will (Andreea Nicolae) Roseliep of Berlin, Germany, Andrew (Alexia) Roseliep of Phoenix, Arizona, and Eric (Kezia) Barnard of Madison, Wisconsin; two great-nephews and a great-niece; along with extended family, friends, and numerous people with whom he kept regular correspondence.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents.

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

Robert J. Mai

Robert Joseph Mai, 89, of Dubuque, died Monday, October 26, 2020 at Luther Manor, due to COVID-19.

Services will be private for immediate family, and will be live-streamed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home Facebook page at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28, 2020. Interment will be in Linwood Cemetery. The family requests no flowers. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

Robert was born September 5, 1931 in Dubuque, the son of William Ambrose and Josephine Catherine Jaeger Mai. He married Anna Lou Jannsen on September 8, 1951 at Harmony Church in Zwingle, IA.

Bob was employed as a cabinetmaker at Metz Manufacturing Co. for 25 years, and as a machine operator at John Deere Dubuque Works for 20 years, retiring in 1992.

He was a member of Immanuel Congregational United Church of Christ, and served as a Boy Scout leader. He enjoyed woodworking, growing roses, and watching football.

Bob is survived by his wife, Ann; one son, Don (Mary Jo) Mai of Dubuque; two grandchildren, Steven (Jennifer) Mai of Dubuque, and Lisa (Dan) DeMuth of Monroe, WI; five great grandchildren, Joseph Mai and Samantha Mai, both of Dubuque, and Madeline, Jacob, and Michael DeMuth, all of Monroe, WI.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Donald Mai; and his sisters, Bernice Havens, Florence Morton, Marie Pfeiffer, Marcella Baker and Gladys Baumann.

Memorials may be made to the Robert J. Mai Memorial Fund for later donation to his favorite charities.

Mary Jean Johnson

Mary Jean (Klinkenberg) Johnson, age 88, of Dubuque, passed away at 11:21 p.m., on Saturday, October 24, 2020, at MercyOne Dubuque.  To celebrate Mary Jean’s life, family and friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Due to the COVID-19 concerns all who attend will be required to wear a face covering.  To honor Mary Jean’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Friday, October 30, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, with her son, Pastor Tony Johnson, officiating.  Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Mary Jean was born on October 12, 1932, in Luana, Iowa, daughter of Elmer and Redena (Ohloff) Klinkenberg.

Mary Jean graduated from high school in Luana, and after that moved to Dubuque to live with her sister.  She began working and would soon meet her future husband, Arthur D. “Art” Johnson.  The two were united in marriage on January 31, 1953, at her parents home in Luana.  Shortly after their wedding, they moved to El Paso, Texas where Art was stationed with the U.S. Army.  After Art’s service was complete, they returned to Dubuque to make their permanent home.  Mary Jean went to work at Flexsteel, and after being laid off from there, went to work with Caradco until their closing, finishing out her career at Jeld-Wen, until her well earned retirement in 1998.  Even after retirement Mary Jean wasn’t one to sit still and worked part time at Walmart until she turned 70.  Mary Jean also liked to stay busy around the house, Art had a big garden and they were always canning something, a skill she passed on to her children.  They also looked forward to their annual salmon fishing trips.  When she wasn’t working, Mary Jean enjoyed spending time at the bowling alley, taking several trips and entering countless bowling tournaments with her sister, Eloise, throughout the years.  She was also quite the card player with Euchre being her game of choice.  Mary Jean has no doubt led a very full life.  We are grateful for all of the stories she has shared and the memories we have made together that will be cherished forever.

Those left to cherish Mary Jean’s memory include

her children,
Cindy (Jeff) Thomas, Dubuque, IA
and Tony (Laura) Johnson, Dubuque, IA;

her 11 grandchildren;

and her 18 great-grandchildren.

Mary Jean was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Arthur “Art” Johnson; a son, Stuart Johnson; and 3 sisters, Iva Mae, Vernida and Eloise.

Mary Jean’s family would like to thank Dr. Whalen, Dr. Mohr and the doctors, nurses and staff of Mercy Hospital, for all of their kind, attentive and professional care of Mary Jean these past weeks.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among her favorite charities and may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Mary Jean Johnson Family.

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

Cletus J. Engelken

Cletus J. Engelken, 83, of Dyersville passed away from a broken heart Friday, October 23, 2020, at MercyOne Senior Care in Dyersville, just a couple of weeks after his wife, Arlene passed away.

A double visitation for Clete & Arlene will be held Thursday, October 29th, 2020, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville from 8 am to 10 am prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 29th, 2020, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Dennis Quint will officiate.

Clete was born October 17, 1937, in Farley the son of William and Monica (Gaul) Engelken.  He graduated from Xavier High School in Dyersville and served for the U.S. Army in 1957, completing his services with the National Guard of Iowa.  Clete married Arlene Lynch on November 28, 1963, in Dubuque.  Together they farmed on the Engelken family farm.  His family was very involved in 4-H, the Dubuque County Pork Producers, & Dubuque County Cattlemen & Women’s organizations.  Clete was a successful sales representative for Epley Seed, Nachurs Fertilizer, & New Concepts Pre-Mix.  Later he co-owned All Star Feeds in Dyersville & when his partner retired, he took over the feed store in Dyersville and opened All Star Manufacturing in Earlville.  Clete and Arlene enjoyed many road trips delivering feed together and visiting with the farmers, especially the Amish.  In his spare time he loved watching the Iowa Hawkeyes and WWE Wrestling.  He also enjoyed trips to Branson, going to the rodeo each year & watching his grandkids in various sports.  Clete was a dedicated hard-working man.  He loved unconditionally and was a loving husband, father, & grandfather.

Survivors include two daughters: Ann Boeckenstedt and Theresa (Jeff) Neuhaus, both of Dyersville, three grandchildren; Amber and Heather Boeckenstedt and Devin Neuhaus; one brother, George (Sherry) Engelken of Atlanta, GA, in-laws: Barb (Dwain) Kilburg of Bellevue, IA, Lois Lynch of Dubuque, Janaan (Don) Junk of Bellevue, Robert (Charlene) Lynch of La Motte, Irene Engelken of Earlville & Dale Zeimet of Lakeview, AR.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Arlene on October 11, 2020, siblings: Elmer (Mary Lou) Engelken, Edwin (Aletha) Engelken, Julius Engelken and Alma (Charlie) Brehm, in laws: Raymond Lynch, Richard Lynch, Mary Diane Lynch and Rosemary Zeimet.

The family wants to give a special thank you to the entire staff at MercyOne Dyersville Senior Care for the compassionate care they provided for their parents and the staff at Hospice of Dubuque for providing comfort during their last days.

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

Arlene M. Engelken

Arlene M. Engelken, 78, of Dyersville passed away Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, at MercyOne Senior Care in Dyersville, just two weeks prior to her husband, Clete.

A double visitation for Clete & Arlene will be held Thursday, October 29th, 2020, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville from 8 am to 10 am prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 29th, 2020, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica, Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Dennis Quint will officiate.

Arlene was born Jan. 14, 1942, in Dubuque and was the daughter of Joseph and Marcella (Theisen) Lynch. She graduated from Holy Rosary High School in La Motte. She worked at Prepared Food Shoppe which was a bakery in Dubuque. She married Cletus J. Engelken on Nov. 28, 1963 at Nativity Catholic Church in Dubuque.  Together they farmed on the Engelken family farm and later she worked at All Star Feeds in Dyersville. She enjoyed visiting with the customers and especially loved delivering feed with Cletus.  During the last 6 years she enjoyed keeping the staff and residence at MercyOne Dyersville Senior Care laughing and smiling (they were her second family and she loved each and every one of them. She was a loving wife, mother, & grandmother. She loved trips to Branson & watching her grandkids in various sports.  She will always be remembered by her wonderful smile, her contagious laughter and her loving heart.

Survivors include her loving husband, Cletus of 56 years, two daughters: Ann Boeckenstedt and Theresa (Jeff) Neuhaus, both of Dyersville, three grandchildren; Amber and Heather Boeckenstedt and Devin Neuhaus; 3 sisters: Barb (Dwain) Kilburg of Bellevue, IA, Lois Lynch of Dubuque and Janaan (Don) Junk of Bellevue; one brother: Robert (Charlene) Lynch of La Motte, in-laws: Irene Engelken of Earlville, George (Sherry) Engelken of Atlanta, GA, and Dale Zeimet of Lakeview, AR.

She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings: Raymond Lynch, Richard Lynch, Mary Diane Lynch and Rosemary Zeimet. In laws: Elmer & Mary Lou Engelken, Edwin & Aletha Engelken, Charlie & Alma Brehm, & Julius Engelken.

The family wants to give a special thank you to the entire staff at MercyOne Dyersville Senior Care who cared for Arlene with amazing compassion over the last 6 years. Also thank you to the staff at Hospice of Dubuque for helping provide comfort during the last days.

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

Chester L. Kamm

Chester Louis “Chet” Kamm, 96, of Dubuque, died Saturday, October 24, 2020, at the Oak Park Place.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Thursday October 29, 2020, at Summit Congregational United Church of Christ 2885 John F. Kennedy Road. 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 Chet’s family.

The Funeral Service for Chet will be 11:00 AM Thursday, October 29, 2020, at Summit Congregational United Church of Christ with Rev. Karen Candee and Deacon Mike Ellis officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.  Full military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Post #6.  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.

Chester was born June 7, 1924, in Dubuque, the son of Henry Louis and Viola Margadant Kamm. On September 18, 1946, he married Ruth Adele Johnson in Darlington, WI.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving with the 35th Infantry Division in the European Theatre from 1942 until 1945.

He worked as a Pharmaceutical Buyer for Torbert Drug Company.

Chet was an avid reader. He enjoyed watching sports, especially the Iowa Hawkeyes, and listening to classical music.

He was a member of Summit Congregational United Church of Christ, the V.F.W., and the American Legion.

Survivors include three sons, Rodney (Rosie) Kamm of Dubuque, Mark (Candise) Kamm of Dubuque, and Randy Kamm of Irmo, SC; one daughter, Beverly (Kurt) Welu of Omaha, NE; eight grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his wife, he is preceded in death by his parents and five brothers, Oliver, Kenneth, Floyd, Harold, and Donald, one daughter-in-law, Sheryl (Laufenberg) Kamm.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Hospice of Dubuque and the Alzheimer’s Association.

The family would like to say thank you to Oak Park Place, Hospice of Dubuque, and Pastor Karen Candee at Summit Congregational United Church of Christ and Deacon Mike Ellis.

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

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

Kenneth J. Pickel

Kenneth Joseph Pickel, 82, of Kieler, Wisconsin, known as Kenny by everybody, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of October 23, 2020, at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque, Iowa.   Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Friday, October 30, 2020, at the Immaculate Conception Church Parish Center in Kieler, and from 10-10:45 a.m. Saturday at the church prior to the funeral mass. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 31, 2020 at Immaculate Conception Church with Rev. Bernard Rott, Rev. Randy Timmerman, and Deacon Larry Tranelofficiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Services will be livestreamed on the funeral home Facebook page. Kenny’s family welcomes you to join them at the visitation and funeral mass. Please utilize masks during the duration of your visit in the church and practice social distancing. Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is serving the family.

Kenny lived his life to the fullest, he captured every day and always made it his mission to make a new person smile. His story starts locally in Kieler, Wisconsin, where he was the second oldest son of George and Marcella Pickel. Kenny was born on November 26, 1937, and grew up on a farm and enjoyed nearly every minute of it. During his time at Cuba City High School, he was a two-time All-Conference Right Guard (sporting the strange linemen number 85), superstar left-handed catcher, as well as a four-year member of the Future Farmers of America (FFA). After high school, Kenny decided he wanted to travel and see the world. When he was 19, he enlisted in the Army (or as he liked to call it, the Service), and was stationed in Germany for three years. While in Germany, Kenny learned to speak some German, as well as learning Morse Code. Once Kenny made it back to America, he met the love of his life, Berneice Langmeier. They married in 1959 and began their family with Julie their first daughter. Soon to follow was Jim, then Joe, and finally Jenny. The family lived on a farm in Kieler, where Kenny would split time farming and working at John Deere. After realizing their parenting job was done, Kenny and Berneice packed their bags, sold the farm, and moved to a house in Kieler. Kenny spent the rest of his life in this home. In a sense, Kenny had retired. He retired from working at John Deere after 32 years and retired from his lifelong job as a farmer. Despite the positive connotation that comes with retirement, Kenny learned he wasn’t too keen on it. He went on to become a school bus driver for Kieler/Hazel Green Schools and drove kids to and from school for 27 years. Kenny was often described by his riders as the best bus driver ever. On several occasions, he got in trouble with the teachers for sending the kids into class with Tootsie Pops, or Mountain Dew or Pepsi. When he wasn’t driving the bus, you would most likely find Kenny either playing Poker with his beloved Poker buddies, or going on an adventure with his son, Jim, and brother, Pete. While Kenny might have been described as a nice and kind man, he did occasionally show flashes of anger and rage. Those moments came out at least once or twice a week when he was either watching the Packers or the Badgers. His strong love for both teams often resulted in frustration when he thought the team did not execute on plays. Somedays, when the Packers would perform so poorly, he would abruptly get up and announce to everyone in the room that the game didn’t bother him at all, and he was going to go hunting. Hunting and fishing were truly his great escapes.  Kenny also had special relationships with all seven of his grandchildren. If any of the seven were asked, they would probably each come up with a reason why they felt as though they were his favorite.  Community service was important to Kenny. He served as a member of the Immaculate Conception Church and Choir, past member of the Holy Name Society and Parish Council; a 4th Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus; past president of the Southwestern School Board; proud past member of UAW Local 94 Union and National Farmers Organization; retired member of the Kieler Volunteer Fire Department and former member of the State Line Archers.

Kenny is survived by his wife of 61 years, Berneice Pickel; children, Jim (Jane) Pickel, Joe (Lori) Pickel, and Jenny Brosius; four granddaughters, Jessica (Anna) Pickel, Erica (Nick) Berning, Gabrielle Brosius, and Lexi Brosius; twograndsons, Blake (Michelle) Pickel, and Joey Pickel; one step grandson, Gage Brosius; five great-grandchildren, Ellie, Emery and Jace Pickel, Jackson and Brooklyn Berning; one step great-granddaughter Ella Brosius; sister, Lavon Heinricy; sisters-in law and brothers-in-law, Sally Dietzel, Bernita Digman, Donald and Mary Ann Langmeier, Sylvester and Joyce Langmeier, Merlin and Janilda Busch, Joe Timmerman, and John and Jean Herbst.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Julie Pickel; parents, George and Marcella Pickel; father and mother-in-law, Edward and Regina Langmeier; and siblings and in-laws, Orville and Dolores Pickel, Pete and Arlene Pickel, Darlene and Paul Schroeder, Ron Heinricy, Ambrose Dietzel, Francis and Izzy Langmeier, Eddie Digman, Frankie and Harriet Freeze, Geri Timmerman, Mary Ann Langmeier, and Leila Langmeier.

Kenny made everyone around him a better person. He loved living in Kieler and cherished every single moment in it. He will surely miss everybody as he watches down on them from Heaven.

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

June Prull Wagner

June Prull Wagner, joined her beloved husband, Donald, on October 25, 2020.

June passed away at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital at the age of 87 years young.

Visitation for June will be Friday, October 30, 2020 from 8:30 am until the time of service at 10:30 am at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service with Fr. Jim Goerend officiating . Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fillmore, IA. 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 June’s family.

June was born June 23, 1933, on the homestead farm in Monticello, IA, the daughter of Henry and Frances Prull.

She met Donald at a dance in Cascade and they married September 15, 1954.  They eventually settled in Dubuque, IA after Donald’s military service.  After Don retired from John Deere, Don and June enjoyed fishing, traveling and spending time with family.

June enjoyed gambling, not only at the casinos, but also in the stock market.  She was well known for her baking skills, often being referred to as Betty Crocker.  Family was very important to June.  She compiled five genealogy books for all to enjoy. June often lit up a room with her sequin and rhinestone attire.

She is survived by her three children, Doug (Doreen) Wagner of TX, Luann (Mike) Burton and Daniel (Lori) Wagner both of Dubuque; sisters-in-law, Betty Prull and Jean Prull both of Monticello, IA and Kay (Richard) Russell of Naperville, IL; and brother-in-law, Louis Wagner of Dubuque.

Special thanks to her extended family from the Julien Dubuque Drive apartments.  Thank you for your love and friendship!

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

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

LeRoy S. Siegworth

LeRoy S. “Roy” Siegworth, 92, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on October 23, 2020 at Luther Manor.

Private family gathering and service will be at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Burial with military honors by the American Legion Post #6 will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery. A live stream of the funeral service will be on the funeral home Facebook page at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 27, 2020.

Roy was born on August 8, 1928, the son of Raymond and Anna (Klett) Siegworth; He is a US Army Veteran serving from 1950 to 1957 during the Koran War. He married Shirley Ann Richard on March 8, 1951 and together they shared 69 years of marriage.

He worked for Anthony’s Body Shop, Dubuque Boat and Boiler Works, John Deere and Catholic Charities, Archdiocese of Dubuque.

Roy built two homes for his family, he enjoyed woodworking and built a variety of furniture and also rebuilt several cars. He enjoyed camping and fishing with his family, he was very creative, talented and a hands on kind of man. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife Shirley; children Pamela (Richard) Helmer, Steven (Deb) Siegworth, Cheryl (Mark) Kalb, Brenda (Curt) Lang, Thomas (Nina) Siegworth, Scott (Lori) Siegworth and Terri (Andy) Dolter; his daughter-in-law Beverly Miller; sister-in-law Aileen Pins; 17 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild; several step grandchildren and step great grandchildren, along with nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three sons, John Siegworth, Gary Siegworth and Mark Siegworth; two brothers Clarence Siegworth and Marlin Siegworth; his sister Anna Mae (Siegworth) Robertson and several in-laws.

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