Obituaries Archive

Paul J. Kramer Sr.

Paul J. Kramer Sr., 94, joined his beloved wife, Mary Lou in Heaven on October 12, 20020, in his cherished Dubuque.

Services will be at a later date. There will be no visitation. Interment of his cremated remains will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery.  Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

He was born on February 25, 1926 in Farley, Iowa, son of Catherine Kramer (Minnis) and James Greenwood. He attended schools in Farley and Dubuque. Paul served in the U.S. Navy for five years during World War Two.

He married Mary Lou Pitzer, the love of his life, on May 6th, 1946. She preceded him in death on January 14th, 2007. Paul and Mary resided in Santa Clara, California for thirty-two years. Upon retirement they returned to Dubuque and their Midwest roots.

Surviving are six of his sons, Paul Jr., of Shingle Springs, Ca., Ronald of Roseberg, Or., Jack of Discovery Bay, Ca.,  James of Oregon, Steven of Santa Clara, Ca., and Terrence of California. Sixteen grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren also survive him.

He was preceded in death by: his parents, two sons; Michael and Mitchell; daughter, Catherine, as well as, three sisters, Marie Lorraine, Jean Anne, six brothers; Louis, Clarence, Roy, Joseph, Dwight, and Francis, and two grandchildren; Stanley and Dawn.

Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

Mike Schmitt

Mike “Worthog” Schmitt, 64, of Rickardsville, died Monday, October 12, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City from complications due to COVID-19.

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM Sunday, October 18, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Michael will be 11:00 AM Monday, October 19, 2020, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Rickardsville with Father Noah Diehm as the Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery in Rickardsville at a later date.

Per the wishes of the family masks are required at the visitation and the Mass. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Mike’s family. The mass will also be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/hoffmannschneiderkitchen and will be available to view at a later time at www.hskfhcares.com.

Michael Gerard was born June 9, 1956, in Dubuque, the son of Aloysius P. and Henrietta M. Hufnagel Schmitt. On September 29, 1978, he married Carrie Beth Lucas in Holy Cross, IA.

Mike attended Leo High School and later received his high school diploma from NICC, proud to be the class of 1991. He never stopped learning, though, from others or by researching in any way he could.

He worked at Key City Plating for 25 years followed by 21 years as a Rural Mail Carrier for the Holy Cross Post Office. He retired in June of 2019, but continued working, always updating the house and helping family with projects and farming.

Mike was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rickardsville. He enjoyed camping and bike riding with family and friends. Anyone who needed a laugh simply turned to Mike. He loved to tell jokes and stories and had a calm, easy-going demeanor. Nicknames were his specialty and he handed them out to everyone.

Music was his passion. There was always music playing in the background, and he loved to whistle. He was a self taught left-handed drummer on a right handed kit and played drums, harmonica, and sang in several bands throughout his life including Nature’s Image and Second Chance.

Mike was devoted to his family one hundred percent. He was a wonderful dad, making his children a priority in his life. Teaching them to be kind, loving people was important to him, as well as showing them how to change tires and brakes, fix electrical outlets, and to be do-it-yourselfers just like he was.

Mike and Carrie built a life together and came to be known as the inseparable couple, an inspiration to others. Their bond grew even stronger on October 17, 2013, when Mike received a kidney from his wife, whom he treated like a queen. It was a gift of love and life and now he takes a part of her with him forever.

Survivors include his wife, Carrie; one daughter, Holly Schmitt of Marion; one son, Elliot (Shelden) Schmitt of Rickardsville; four brothers, Paul (Mary) Schmitt of Dubuque, Dick (Janet) Schmitt of Dubuque, Joe (Doris) Schmitt of Rickardsville, and Ken (Patty) Schmitt of Dubuque; three sisters, Mary Kay (Dave Smith) LeGrand of Dubuque, Diana (Dennis) Judd of Oregon, WI, and Shirley (Gale) Simon of Mitchell, SD; sister-in-law, Kathy Schmitt of Dubuque; five brothers-in-law, Tom (Ruth) Lucas of Dyersville, Mark (Jen Stansberry) Lucas of Coralville, John (Bev) Lucas of Sherrill, Joe (Michele) Lucas of Lake St. Louis, MO, and Dan (Angie Phillips) Lucas of Minneapolis, MN; three sisters-in-law, Judy (John) Vonderhaar of New Vienna, Connie (Leon) Jaeger of Dubuque and Barb Lucas of Iowa City; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws, Larry and Dolly Lucas; two brothers, Jim (Jeanette) Schmitt, and Dan “Hooks” Schmitt, and one sister, Pat (Joe) Steger.

The family thanks the ICU staff at Finley Hospital, and MICU staff at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics for their loving care and support.

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

Gerhart S. Langenbach

Born on January 24th, 1948, Gery returned to nature on Tuesday September 22nd at age 72.

Gery is survived by his wife, Judith Derse, his three children Stephanie (Elias) Chedid (Mequon), Jeffrey Langenbach (Chicago), and Jennifer (Michael) Groh (Ecuador), his two step-daughters Michelle Langenbach (Chicago) and Amanda (John) McCormack (Los Angeles), his mother Barbara Langenbach, his siblings Elonka Bremer and Rudolf Langenbach, and eight grandchildren Georges and Claudia Chedid, Samantha, Maxwell, and Audrey Langenbach, Alexander Groh, and Avery and Beckham McCormack. He was preceded in death by his father, Steven Langenbach.

Gery began life in Passau, Germany and immigrated with his family to Dubuque, IA as a young boy. He eventually settled in Milwaukee, WI where he met his wife, Judy. As a design engineer, Gery loved to innovate and create inventions. Gery found beauty in everyone and everything, and would stop to appreciate the small things in life, from a vibrant flower to a simple gadget. He loved to learn about technology, airplanes, history, and politics. He enjoyed piloting airplanes, flying drones, spending time with family and friends, and being in the outdoors, either hiking or caring for the land. He and Judy shared a passion for adventure, and together they traveled the world, visiting six of the seven continents, and made many long road trips across the United States to their California home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the Palm Springs Air Museum (https://palmspringsairmuseum.org/). He was proud to be a volunteer at the Air Museum, helping maintain historical planes and share them with the community as a docent.

Steven L. Daniels

Steven L. Daniels, 64, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 12, 2020, at his home.

A public graveside service and burial celebrating Steven’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, October 17, 2020 at Streets Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.  A public visitation will take place from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, October 16, 2020, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.

It is recommended to practice social distancing guidelines due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Steven L. Daniels was born on September 19, 1956 in Bellevue, Iowa, to Delbert L. and Judith Faye (Keil) Daniels.  He was a 1974 graduate of Bellevue High School.  He married Cindy Sue Schreiber Bowling on November 19, 1993 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Steven had worked for Bowman’s Meat Locker in Andrew for 17 years, Preston Meats, and lastly retired from the HyVee Meat Department in 2019.

Steven was a member of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa and had served as a former Baldwin City Council member and Baldwin Fire Department member.  In earlier years, he had also been active as a Boy Scout leader and coached baseball and softball.

Steven loved spending time with his family, grandchildren, fur kid (Smokie) and fur grandkids.  He enjoyed fishing, and collected hot wheels, baseball cards, and trains.  He was an avid NASCAR, Iowa State football, St. Louis Cardinals, and WWE fan.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Cindy Daniels of Maquoketa, IA; children, Brenda Huffman of Maquoketa, IA, Missie Vaughn of Knoxville, IL, Katie (Dillon Williams) Daniels of Baldwin, IA, and Joshua (Sierra) Daniels of Norwalk, IA; 6 grandchildren, Reighan Huffman, Alexa Huffman, Isabella McNamee, Alayna Daniels, Eli McNamee, and Riot Daniels; a brother, Mark Daniels of Maquoketa, IA; and a sister, Lura (Mike Duhme) Daniels of Otter Creek, IA.  He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Barbie Daniels.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Steven L. Daniels memorial fund has been established.

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

Dr. Michelle R. Heiring

Dr. Michelle R. Heiring, age 50, of Chicago, IL, formerly of Southwest Wisconsin, passed away peacefully, after a long battle with cancer, on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, at home.  To celebrate Michelle’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at 10:00 a.m., on Tuesday, October 20, 2020, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Dubuque, with Rev. Steven J. Rosonke officiating.  Burial will be in Little Grant Union Cemetery, Bloomington, WI.  Due to COVID-19, all who attend will be required to wear a face covering.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is helping the family.

Michelle was born on March 19, 1970, in Dubuque, IA, daughter of Dr. James J. and Ramona N. (Wersinger) Heiring.

Michelle graduated from Loras College in 1992, with a Bachelors of Science in Biology Research.  In 1996, she graduated from the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago.  She did her residency in Connecticut with Yale-New Haven Healthcare Systems.  Dr. Michelle was the recipient of the Earl Kaplan Award and the Illinois Podiatric Medicine Association Services Award, and in 2002, she was inducted into the Loras Players Hall of Fame.

Dr. Michelle’s private practice served many patients in the Chicago area.  She cared greatly for her work, her faith and her cat, Max.  Michelle was an avid runner and marathoner, as well as a talented artist who enjoyed oil painting and pen and ink drawing.

Those left to cherish Michelle’s memory include

her mother,
Ramona Heiring, Dubuque, IA;

her siblings,
Chris (Gary) Stelpflug, Lancaster, WI,
Mark Heiring, Glen Haven, WI,
Jim (Rutchie) Heiring, Des Moines, IA,
Natalie (Kevin) Heiring-Campbell, Bloomington, WI,
Ann (Scott) Anderson, Broadhead, WI,
Nicole (Alex) Heiring-Cabrera, North Las Vegas, NV
and Curtis (Heidi) Heiring, La Crosse, WI;

and several nieces and nephews.

Michelle was preceded in death by her father, Dr. James Heiring; 2 brothers, Jeff Heiring and Adam Heiring; and a nephew, Joseph Stelpflug.

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. Dr. Michelle Heiring Family.

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

Darlene E. Wieseler

Darlene Elaine Wieseler, age 82, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away peacefully, while being surrounded by her loving family, on October 6, 2020, at the home of her daughter. To honor Darlene’s life, a Memorial Service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2020, at 3:00 p.m. at the Mueller Memorial Chapel at Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Family and friends of Darlene’s may visit from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m. at the Linwood Mueller Memorial Chapel.  Burial in Linwood Cemetery will follow the services. Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Darlene’s family.

Darlene was born on November 29th, 1937, in Churchtown, Iowa, a daughter to Floyd and Margie (Niday) Boulting.  She married Kenneth M. Wieseler Sr. on January 4 , 1980 in Dubuque. This was Darlene’s 2nd marriage, although the couple had known one another since she was 14 years old.  They were beyond devoted to their life together and in-turn were blessed with 30 wonderful years together before Kenneth was called home in 2010.

Darlene was a proud homemaker the majority of her life and was well-known for her meticulously clean home, where everything was always in its perfect place. She loved going to Garage Sales and finding new knick knacks such as milk glass to adorn her home with. Her friends enjoyed looking at her perfectly displayed treasures, especially when she decorated beautifully for each holiday. Darlene enjoyed traveling with her husband, Kenneth when he retired, and especially cherished their cruises to Alaska and the Bahamas. She had a playful and mischievous sense of humor that always had everyone in stitches with her wise cracks. Her quick wit and sharp tongue were hard to match and buyer beware if you thought you could compete. Her mission in life revolved around taking care of her children, and then her grandchildren, always putting herself second while her nurturing skills were allowed to abundantly blossom in all of their lives. She never met a stranger and was loved by everyone she met. Darlene was a strong woman who wasn’t afraid to make her opinion known, but she also felt quite deeply and was a compassionately loving soul. She lived her daily life by the Golden Rule and always treated others how she wished to be treated. Her other hobbies included;  playing euchre with her family, doing crafts, collecting cow and other farm décor, and spending time with her family.  In her later years, she loved sitting outside on the deck and watching her hummingbirds drink from their feeders and playfully chase one another for her entertainment. Darlene was an amazing wife, mother and grandmother who embraced any opportunity she could find to bring a smile to the faces of those she loved. Her fun-loving spirit will live on in the minds and lives of everyone she leaves behind today, and may the peace of the Lord hold her securely, while it heals our broken hearts, until we all meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Darlene include,

her three loving children,
Donald (Tina) Riesselman of Maquoketa, Iowa,
Jeff (Barb) Riesselman of Dubuque, Iowa,
and Kristy (Jason) Berry of Dubuque, Iowa;

her grandchildren,
Nicole Montgomery,
Matthew Riesselman,
Emily Mott,
Alex Berry,
and Gavin Berry;

her 4 great-grandchildren;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Darlene was proceeded in death by her parents; her husband, Kenneth M. Wieseler Sr.; her brother, John Boulting; her daughter, Sharon E. Riesselman; and her granddaughter, Tara N. Riesselman.

Darlene’s family would like to thank the wonderful nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their compassionate care of Darlene.  We would also like to thank all of our friends and family that so generously donated their time, talents, and support during this difficult time.  We couldn’t have made it this far already without the network of caregivers who the Lord has graciously placed in our lives. Thank you!

Online condolences for Darlene’s family may be shared at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

Linda L. (Glasker) Heller Brimeyer

Linda L. (Glasker) Heller Brimeyer, age 74, of Sherrill, IA, and formerly of Dickeyville, WI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 11, 2020, at Stonehill Care Center.  To celebrate Linda’s life, family and friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., on Saturday, October 17, 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.  Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Galena, Illinois, at a later date following cremation.

Linda was born on February 13, 1946, in Scales Mound, Illinois, daughter of Albertus “Bert” and Calista (Koehler) Glasker.

Linda graduated from Scales Mound High School, Class of 1964.  She was previously married and had 2 wonderful children before going their separate ways.  Linda would later meet Marvin “Mick” Brimeyer, and they would marry on February 7, 2003, at Jorga’s Restaurant in Dubuque, and spend the next 17 years together.  Linda was always a hard worker and would devote 28 years with Hodge Company as an account manager.  In her younger years, Linda enjoyed going dancing at the Palace in Galena with all of her friends.  Most recently she liked to spend time bowling, watching old Western tv shows and Chicago White Sox games, traveling, camping, fishing, and occasionally trying her luck at the casino on the slot machines.  She looked forward to visits from her family, and especially loved spending time with the grandchildren.  Linda had a great love of her four legged canine friends, especially her beloved Lola and Buddy, and her feline friend, Tuffy.  She also cared for the outside animals and faithfully made sure her feathered friends were well fed all winter.  We are heartbroken at the loss of such a wonderful, caring woman in our daily lives, but we take some comfort in knowing that she is now at peace and free of all of the health challenges she has faced so bravely these past months.

Those left to cherish Linda’s memory include

her husband,
Marvin “Mick” Brimeyer, Sherrill, IA;

her children,
Susan (Ken) Vickers, Ball Ground, GA,
Thomas “Tom” (Becky) Heller, Foley, AL,
Pam (Mike) Jach, West Des Moines, IA,
Lori (Ed) Steinmann, Ankeny, IA,
Daniel (Kristy) Brimeyer, Asbury, IA
and Dennis Brimeyer, Dubuque, IA;

her 12 grandchildren,
Katie Vickers, Zack Vickers, Megan Heller, Michael Heller, Miranda Jach, Jeremy Cordes, Jessica Koch, Lauren Cordes and Alexandra Cordes, Caden Brimeyer, Alena Brimeyer, Olivia Brimeyer;

her 3 great-grandchildren,
Archer, Quinn and Eve;

her brother,
Jim (Mary Jane) Glasker, Scales Mound, IL;

Linda was preceded in death by her parents.

Linda’s family would like to thank all of the outstanding doctors and nurses that have cared for Linda these past months, especially those at Stonehill and with Hospice of Dubuque, your kindness, attentiveness and compassion are truly appreciated.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among her favorite charities, including the Dubuque Humane Society, and may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Linda Brimeyer Family.

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

Patrick J. O’Meara

Patrick J. O’Meara, 71, of Dubuque, died Saturday, October 10, 2020, at his home.

Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury 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 Patrick’s family. In accordance to the city mask mandate, masks are required at the visitation and mass. The Mass of Christian Burial for Patrick will be 10:00 AM Thursday, October 15, 2020, at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Full military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Post #6. The mass 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.

Patrick was born December 15, 1948, in Dubuque, the son of John Paul and Thelma Beecher O’Meara. On May 26, 1973, he married Marian Elaine Beckman in Dubuque.

He was a graduate of Wahlert High School in Dubuque.

He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War, and a U.S. Navy Reserve Seabee.

He worked in management and as operator of heavy equipment.

He was a member of Birchwood Golf Course and enjoyed hunting. He was a member of Dubuque Boat Club and a board member of Veteran’s Affairs.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Marian; one son, William O’Meara of Coralville, IA; two daughters, Lisa O’Meara-Theill of East Dubuque, IL, and Michelle Moore of Dubuque; six grandchildren, Mackenzie, Danielle, Payton, Jackson, Carver, and Maddox; two brothers, John (Sue) O’Meara of Dubuque and Mike O’Meara of Enterprise, AL; and two sisters, Barbara Gooch, and Katy Jahnke, both of Dubuque; and 24 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one infant brother, Terrance, sister-in-law Ginny O’Meara, brother-in-law Bob Gooch, and several aunts and uncles.

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 Pat’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Frederick William Blum

Frederick William “Bill” Blum, 88, of Dubuque passed away Sunday, October 11, 2020. Private funeral services will be held at Linwood Chapel with Rev. Tom Shinkle officiating. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Rd. is entrusted with arrangements.

Bill was born on September 9, 1932 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Jacob and Myrtle (Cole) Blum. After graduating from Dubuque Senior High School in 1950, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was honorably discharged four years later. On April 24, 1955, he married Janet Marie Hennig.

Bill was a self-employed sign painter having worked with Hardie Advertising and H & W Trucking. Oil paintings of landscapes (especially Eagle Point Park) was Bill’s expertise. One of his paintings is hanging at Terrace Hill (the governor of Iowa’s executive residence). Bill was a lifelong Chicago Bear and Iowa Hawkeye fan.

Surviving are his wife of 65 years, Janet, of Dubuque, IA; his son Gregory Lee (Kathy) Blum, his daughter Catherine Jane Odegard and his daughter-in-law Kietra Blum all of Dubuque; his grandchildren, Crystal (Ron) Francois, Amber (Josh) Herbst, Eric and Joshua Blum, and Erik and Jacob Odegard; two great grandchildren RJ and Lea Francois.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents and oldest son, Mark in 2010.

Memorials may be given to Grand View United Methodist Church, Hospice of Dubuque or a charity of your choice.

Marjorie L. (Gibbons) Dugan

Marjorie L. “Margie” (Gibbons) Dugan, age 90, of Dubuque, passed away suddenly at her home on Saturday, October 10, 2020. To celebrate Margie’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:30 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., on Thursday, October 15, 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 Margie’s life, funeral services will be held immediately following visitation at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, at Behr Funeral Home, with Deacon John Stierman officiating. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

Margie was born on June 7, 1930, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Joseph and Lucille (Krocheski) Gibbons.

Margie attended school at Holy Ghost Grade School and went on to graduate from the IC Academy, Class of 1948. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Donald Dugan, on December 15, 1950, in San Francisco, California, and the two became inseparable. They were blessed with 67 wonderful years together, and 5 children, before he sadly passed away on August 25, 2018. After they married, Margie embraced her full time role of wife, mother and homemaker, loving every minute of caring for her family and home. She was never known to sit down and her home was always kept immaculate. In her free time, she enjoyed trying her luck at the casino, taking the family along and happily winning a few big jackpots in her day. Margie also liked to spend time in the great outdoors at her favorite fishing spot. Margie’s faith was very important to her, she was a devout Catholic and long time member of St. Anthony’s Church and the Infant of Prague Mother’s Club. Her greatest joy was no doubt found in spending time with her family, they were her pride and joy and she made sure everyone knew how much they meant to her. We are deeply saddened at losing our sweet mom, grandma, great-grandma and sister so suddenly from our daily lives, but are grateful for the 90 years we have had her here on this Earth with us. We do however, find some comfort in knowing that she and dad are now happily reunited for all Eternity.

Those left to cherish Margie’s memory include

her children,
Dan Dugan,
DiAnn (Gary) Dieters,
Becky (Dan) Boland
and Tim Dugan (Melissa Pfaff), all of Dubuque, IA;

her grandchildren,
Gary Dieters, Lisa (Jimmy) Wagner, Sara Dieters, Katie Dieters, Mike Boland, Lynne Burkart, Jenny (Andy) Mueller, Alyssa Boland, Amanda (Nate) Cook, Samantha (Mike) Schindel and Adam Dugan (Alissa Molzof);

17 great-grandchildren;

a son-in-law,
Jim Doyle, Dubuque, IA;

her siblings,
Joan Klein,
Joe (Peggy) Gibbons,
Theresa (Jerry) Kotnour
and Tom (Norma) Gibbons;

and her sister-in-law,
Wanda Gibbons.

Margie was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Donald Dugan; a daughter, Linda Doyle; a grandson, Matthew Doyle; her siblings, Jerry Gibbons in infancy, Don (Claire) Gibbons, Bob Gibbons, Jim (Carol) Gibbons; and a brother-in-law, Louie Klein.

Margie’s family would like to thank Dr. Kirkendall and his nurse Katie, as well as her extended family at Sunset Park Place, and the ladies of her Mother’s Club, she truly loved all of you and your friendship meant the world to her.

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. Marjorie Dugan Family.

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

Debra A. Beck

Debra A. Beck, 58, of Dubuque, IA passed away of natural causes on October 7, 2020 at MercyOne Medical Center.

A celebration of her life will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. on October 17, 2020 at Swiss Valley Pavilion. The Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Debbie was born on August 19, 1962 in Dubuque, Iowa the Heinz and Patricia (Schaller) Failmezger. She married John Beck on August 15, 1992 and he preceded her in death on October 7, 2013.

Debbie worked for Hardees for seven years. In her spare time, she could be found playing with her granddaughter or cooking for her sons with a vodka and Fresca in her hand. She was a diehard Patriots fan, mostly because of her love for Tom Brady.

Debbie is survived by her two sons Alec Beck and Jason (Misty) Adams both of Dubuque. Two grandchildren Kylie and Clay; her brother Fred (Stephanie) Failmezher; sisters-in-law Patrice (John) Duffy, Mary (Bob Pape) Beck, Ellen (Jeff) Heim, and Margaret Beck and her brother-in-law, Bernard Beck.

She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents.

Richard M. White

Richard M. “Rick” White 69, of Peosta, IA passed away Friday, October 9, 2020 at Mercy Health Center as a result of complications from the COVID-19 virus. Funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 13th at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until time of services Tuesday at the funeral home. All visitors are required to wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Rick was born on August 24, 1951 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of M.K. “Mike” and Eileen (Stierman) White. He grew up in the Dubuque and Kieler, Wisconsin area, graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and attended ECPI in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. On June 26, 1971, Rick married the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Sue Kaesbauer.

Rick was employed in the IT department at Woodward Communications for over 35years, retiring in 2007. He then went on to fulfill his dream of driving charter buses for Windstar. Rick loved to travel and go on cruises. He was a long time member of Thunder Hills Golf and Country Club and enjoyed golfing, classic cars (especially his ’64 Galaxie), riding his Honda Goldwing motorcycle and woodworking.

Rick is survived by his wife Sue of Peosta; his sons Brian (Shelby) White of Peosta and their children Allison and Tyler, Craig White of Highlands Ranch, Colorado and his children Gavin and Lauren; his siblings Ron (Margie) White and Denny White both of Dubuque, IA, Don (Diane) White of Istanbul, Turkey and Cheri Thilmany of East Dubuque, IL; his in-laws Bob (Pat) Kaesbauer, Patty (Mike) Riniker and Cathy Kaesbauer all of Dubuque, IA and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his father and mother-in-law Robert and Marilyn Kaesbauer, his brother-in-law Tom Kaesbauer and his sister-in-law Barb Elliott.

Memorials may be given to the Rick White memorial to be given to his favorite charities.

Rick’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Mercy Health Center, especially Brittany, Paige and Travis, for their outstanding care and compassion.

Agnes M. Hinz

Agnes M. Hinz, 92, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday afternoon, October 9, 2020, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A funeral mass celebrating her life will be held at 11 A.M., Friday, October 16, 2020, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa, Iowa.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2020 from 4 to 7 P.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

Masks and social distancing will be required due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Agnes Marie Smith was born on September 14, 1928 in Otter Creek Township, Jackson County, Iowa, to Edward Joseph and Bridget (Curtis) Smith.  She was a 1946 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  She married John Gilbert Hinz on October 1, 1946 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church at Garryowen.

Agnes was a wonderful mother and excelled at being a homemaker.  She was also very proud of her early years as they were spent working for the Jackson County Sherriff’s Office in trade for room and board during high school.  She later worked for the Fish N’ Tackle Company in Maquoketa.

Agnes was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa.  She loved her family and was an excellent baker and cook and enjoyed canning and making birthday cakes.  She was meticulous about her house.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, John (Twyla) Hinz of Morton, IL, Gil Hinz of Dubuque, IA, Tom (Karen) Hinz of Pontiac, IL, Steve (Alesha) Hinz of Odell, IL, and Diane (Ron) Frandsen of Maquoketa, IA; a sister-in-law, Margie Smith of Bella Vista, AR; 15 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren with 1 on the way; and her special furry dog friend “Boo”.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Jack on June 23, 2017, a brother Alfred Smith, sisters Caroline Kampas, Monica Ihrig and Patricia Wallace, and a daughter-in-law Sherry Hinz.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa, or any charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Barbara J. Weber

Barbara Joan Weber, 79, long time resident of Dubuque and current resident of Edgewood, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2020, at Lincolnwood Assisted Living in Edgewood. She was born on November 19, 1940, in Rockford Illinois, the daughter of Russell Bennett and Angeline (Armato) Jones. Barbara attended and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1958. She was thesecretary at St John’s Episcopalian Church and then thesecretary for the Dean at Dubuque Theological Seminary. Barbara then began working in sales and publishing,eventually retiring from McGraw-Hill in Dubuque.

Barbara enjoyed motorcycling and golfing with her deceased husband Albert “Scooter” Weber.  She loved to play games with her family and enjoyed winning not losing!  Most of all Barbara loved spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her four children, Brian (Deb) Lewin of Norfolk, Nebraska, Kim (Larry) Thein of Colesburg, Terry (Cat) Lewin of Shiloh, Illinois, and Kelly (Pete) Wiederholt of O’Fallon, Illinois; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren, plus one on the way; three brothers, Jim Jones of Dubuque, Jack (Helene) Bennett of Surprise, Arizona and Jerry Bennett of Naples, Florida; one sister, Beth (Ron) Hoffman of Dubuque, and many nieces and nephews.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; her husband,Albert (Scooter) Weber; her sister, Frannie (Dick) Leppert;her brother, Leonard “Billy” Armato; her sister–in-law, Sharon Jones; and special daughter, Pam Finney in 2015.

Because of COVID-19, masks are required at the funeral home and the church.

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

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at St. Mark Catholic Church in Edgewood, with Reverend John Haugen officiating.

Visitation: 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 13, 2020, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Edgewood with Scripture Service at 7:30 p.m. Friends may also call on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Edgewood.

Inurnment: Will be at a later date – Mt. Calvary Cemetery – Dubuque, Iowa

Helen M. McClain

Helen M. (Wickham) McClain, age 94, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at 4:38 a.m., on Friday, October 9, 2020, at home with her loving family at her side.  To celebrate Helen’s life, family and friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., on Sunday, October 11, 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 Helen’s life, funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, October 12, 2020, at St. Raphael’s Cathedral, 231 Bluff Street, with Rev. Greg E. Bahl officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Helen was born on May 21, 1926, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of James W. and Roseline C. (Delaney) Wickham.

Helen was a proud life long resident of Dubuque where she graduated from IC Academy, Class of 1944.  She was united in marriage to Francis McClain, on October 10, 1959, at St. Raphael’s Cathedral.  They were married for 33 years, and blessed with 4 children together, before Francis passed away on January 15, 1993.  Helen was no stranger to hard work.  She started out as a waitress at Grady’s downtown Dubuque, the Hotel Julien, and was lastly employed in the food service department with the Dubuque Community Schools for 10 years until her well earned retirement.  She was a member of St. Raphael’s Cathedral and the YWCA.  Helen had a lifelong passion for politics, culminating in 2008 with her induction to the Dubuque County Democratic Hall of Fame.  She was also a delegate to the Democratic National Convention in Denver that same year.  Helen was a very social person and always on the go.  She enjoyed traveling and bicycle riding, and said her 70’s were the best years of her life.  Spending time with her family was always at the top of Helen’s list.  She truly cherished her time with them, and tried to make it out to every activity to cheer them on.  We are saddened at losing our amazing mom, grandma, sister and beloved aunt to all her nieces and nephews, but know that she is now at peace, free from the health challenges of the past few years. Helen is reunited in Heaven with all of her loved ones who have gone on before her.

Those left to cherish Helen’s memory include

her children,
Teresa (William) McClain-Cullen,
Jean (Joseph) Hartel,
Frank McClain
and Tim (Maria Araeipour) McClain, all of Dubuque;

her 5 grandchildren,
Hope Cullen, Patrick Cullen, Helen Hartel, Mary Hartel and Ella Hartel;

and her brother,
and Thomas (Brenda) Wickham, all of Dubuque.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Francis McClain; 2 sisters, Sr. Rosemary Wickham, OSF and Sr. Jeanne Wickham, OSF; a brother, James (Genevieve) Wickham; and a step-grandson, Alex Araeipour.

Helen’s family would like to thank all of the staff and nurses of Hospice of Dubuque and all of her caregivers for the outstanding care they have provided not only to Helen, but to the entire family.

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. Helen McClain Family.

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