Obituaries Archive

Susan A. Gross

Susan Ann Gross, 69, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on June 29, 2020 at her home.

Private family gathering and service will be on Monday, July 6th, 2020 at Mount Calvary Cemetery, with Sister Mira Mosle, BVM officiating.  A live stream of the funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory’s Facebook page.

Susan was born on April 20, 1951 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of William and Pauline (Schroeder) Gross. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1970.

Susan was a faith filled person who prayed daily. She enjoyed flowers and spending time with her family and friends.

She worked for the Sisters of Charity for over 40 years at the Motherhouse, Marion Hall, and the Caritas Center in the cafeteria and dining room.

She is survived by her siblings, Rosemary (Jon) Sladky, William (Christine) Gross, Patricia (Steven) Neyens all of Dubuque, and Linda Faust of Dyersville; along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother-in-law Russ Faust in 2018.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the Sisters of Charity.

John Chesney

John Chesney passed away on June 29, 2020, at the age of 101. He was born November 22, 1918, the surviving twin son of Joe and Anna (Foust) Chesney. He lived from pandemic to pandemic, not succumbing to either. He witnessed the most amazing world of change in his life. He graduated from the University of Dubuque with a degree in economics. From there he went to the Army Air Corps, returning to the family farm in rural Zwingle, where he farmed and managed his farm his entire life.

Johnny married Dorothy Powelka on August 6th, 1947, at the University of Dubuque chapel. He loved her for 72 years and died with her at his side.

In 1947, John began Chesney Quality Eggs because “married life cost more”. Always proud of doing his best, it was the “Quality” that was so important.

John and Dorothy are longtime members of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, where John was a Sunday school teacher. He served for many years on the Zwingle Town Council. He was proud of his small family and how they were always there for him at important milestones of his life.

John is survived by his wife, Dorothy Chesney, his children, Mrs. Linda (Duane) Eaton and David (Randa) Chesney, both of Dubuque. Four grandchildren, Brooke (Brian Kerr) Chesney, Knoxville, IL, Heather (Brian) Pagano, San Jose, CA, Garrett Eaton, Sun Prairie, WI, and Shelby (fiancé David Haldane) Eaton, Portland, OR, and one great-grandson.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Anna (Foust) Chesney, and his twin brother, Joseph Chesney.

Private family services will be held at Linwood Cemetery. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Many thanks to UnityPoint Health Care for their care of John for many years. Also thanks to Hospice Care of Dubuque for their support.

Memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque, or First Lutheran Church of Maquoketa.

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

Harold L. Coleman

Harold Lloyd Coleman, 85, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 28th, 2020 at Luther Manor after a battle with dementia and congestive heart failure.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 5th, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 6th, 2020 at the funeral home with Deacon Bill Biver officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. We remind you to practice the social distancing guidelines and if you are unable to attend, a live stream of the funeral service will be on the funeral home Facebook page. The family request that all attendees please wear a mask to the visitation and funeral service.

Harold was born on June 14th, 1935 in Lesterville, MO. the son of Henry and Mable (Pinkley) Coleman.

Harold married Carla Baumann on September 19th, 1959 in St. Genevieve, MO. Harold moved his family to Dubuque, Iowa in 1966, where he owned and operated Tri-State Drilling Inc. Later Harold owned Front Street Plumbing in Bellevue, IA.

Harold enjoyed traveling to Arizona and Utah with his family. He also enjoyed hunting with his son Jeff in Northern Minnesota.

Harold is survived by his wife Carla, his sons: Harold Joe Coleman, and Jeffrey (Denise) Coleman, his grandchildren: Jenilee (Alex) Dost, Brandon Coleman, Alex and Travis Jarl, Lauren and Audrey Coleman, and a great-granddaughter Sawyer Dost.

He was preceded in death by his Daughter Jana Jarl who passed away in 2015.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Luther Manor, Hospice of Dubuque or the Alzheimer’s Association.

Roger F. Klauer

Roger F. Klauer was born at home in Dubuque, IA, the youngest of six children of Arminta (Goldthorpe) and Benjamin F. Klauer. He died peacefully on June 28, 2020 in Dubuque, surrounded by his family.

Roger attended Loras Academy and was a member of the Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) and Loras College. During World War II, he left college to enlist in the U.S. Navy and was inducted into service on May 11, 1944 where he served, from commission to decommission, on Landing Ship Tank (LST) 806 in the Pacific. He was Honorably Discharged on June 6, 1946 and returned home to begin his study at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry.

After earning his DDS in 1950, he married the love of his life, Kathleen Ann Wiehl (daughter of Conrad Joseph and Isabelle Wiehl) on June 21, 1950. Dr. Klauer practiced Family Dentistry from his office on the eighth floor of the Roshek Building for nearly 50 years.

Kathleen and Roger were avid golfers and tennis players and their life revolved around their family, planning trips across the country, hosting family holidays, playing bridge with friends and family, and boating on the Mississippi River. They were lifelong members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Roger and Kathleen were married nearly 50 years when Kathleen passed away at the family home in 2000.

Dr. Klauer was a long-time member of the Dubuque Shooting Society (Iowa’s oldest club), like his father (a Past President), and other generations. Roger had many talents, from designing toys for his children, to building tree houses, creating stained glass panels and lamps, a dramatic Victorian doll house, and many detailed models of ships and boats.

He was a generous provider, encouraging his children to be independent and supporting them through their advanced education. Dr. Klauer is survived by his three children and their spouses Pamela (Peter) Triolo of Houston, TX; Roger (Chrissy) Klauer of Niles, MI; and Kamy (Patrick) Sullivan of Waukee, IA; 8 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He will forever live on in his children and their memories.

A private funeral service will be held Friday, July 3, 2020 at Mount Calvary Cemetery with Rev. Monsignor Lyle Wilgenbusch as the officiant. Full military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Post #6. The service will be live streamed at 9:00 AM Friday, July 3, 2020, on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page and will also be available to view later at www.hskfhcares.com.

The family would like to thank MercyOne ER health care providers and 3rd floor staff for their care.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that those who wish to contribute to St. Joseph’s Church or the charity of their choice.

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

D.C. Cole

D.C. Cole, 84, of Marion, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, June 26, 2020 at Willow Gardens Care Center in Marion, Iowa.

Due to COVID-19 concerns a private graveside service and burial celebrating D.C.’s life will be held at East Iron Hill Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa. There is no public visitation. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Donald Charles Cole was born on March 28, 1936 in Nebraska City, Nebraska to Olin and Valetta (Locke) Cole. He grew up in Nebraska and southwestern United States.

He graduated from Nebraska City High School and later received his Doctorate from the University of New Mexico in American Studies. He served his country in the United States Army, Rangers and Special Forces, from 1952 until receiving an honorable discharge and earning the rank of colonel in 1962. He married Kathleen Ann Parmer on April 3, 1971 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

D.C. taught high school in Ames, Iowa and later at Des Moines Lincoln High School. He and Kathy then moved to Albuquerque where he received his Doctorate in 1981. He worked for the College of Santa Fe from 1982 to 1987 as a teacher associate professor and coordinator of college classes for the state’s prison system. From 1987 until his retirement in 2005, D.C. was a professor of Multi-Cultural Studies at Minnesota State University Moorhead. In 1988 he became a published author with a book titled “The Chiricahua Apaches, 1846 – 1876”.

To those who knew him well, D. C. will be remembered for his quick wit, quiet observations, wonderful stories, and lively debates. To everyone else he will be remembered as a man of few words, though an excellent public speaker. He was an avid reader with a gift for learning languages, and an encyclopedic memory for history; a collector of books, firearms, knives, and Beanie Babies (thanks to his youngest daughter). He loved wildlife, target shooting, the outdoors, and especially a large and an unforgettable dog, Max.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Kathleen Cole of Marion, IA; daughters, Melody (Tom) Giles of Boise, ID, and Katherine Cole of Minneapolis, MN;
and brothers, Robert (Jackie Gfeller) Cole of Brock, NE, and John (Janee) Cole of Auburn, NE.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Judith (Eugene) Roberts.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

John B. Erschen

John B. Erschen, 83, of Kieler, Wisconsin passed peacefully surrounded by the love of his family at his home on Saturday, June 27, 2020.

A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 am on Thursday, July 2nd at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kieler and live streamed on Miller Funeral Home Group Facebook Page. Due to the COVID 19 virus, seating is limited. Father Bernard Rott will officiate. Burial will be at the church cemetery where military rights will be accorded, by members of VFW Post # 6455 of Dickeyville, WI. Family and friends are welcome to visit at Immaculate Conception Parish Center on Wednesday, July 1st from 3:00 to 7:00 pm and Thursday morning from 9:30 to 10:15 am. A family rosary will be said at 2:30 pm Wednesday. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque, Illinois is serving the family.

John was born on February 4, 1937 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Benedict and Alice Erschen. On August 29, 1959 he married Janet Lange, the love of his life, at Holy Ghost Church in Dickeyville, Wisconsin. They have shared their lives and love together for the past 61 years.

Dad/grandpa loved the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting, and spending time at “The Farm” with his large family. Trips to Branson, Missouri were a highlight as often as he could with family and friends. His love of country music was enhanced by the beautiful music of Maggie Mae Hillard – she is even known by our family to have “cured” him with her personal concert at UW Hospital.

John and Janet created Erschen’s Florists in 1978, where he continued his passion as a floral designer until his recent illness.

Survivors include his wife, Janet; four daughters, Mary Jean (Paul) Cooke, Lodi, Michelle (Nancy) Erschen, Middleton, Lori (Glen) Bahr, Platteville, and Lisa (Bradly) Gravunder, Piqua, Ohio and three sons, Dan (Bonnie) Erschen, Pewaukee, Joe (Missy) Erschen, Cuba City, and Duane (Yasmin) Erschen, Janesville; 29 grandchildren, and 26 great grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Kathy (Chuck) Hartl, Darlene (Reggie) Lawrence, and Rosie (Ronnie) Timmerman, and two brothers-in-law, Donnie Lange, and Kenny (Jane) Lange, as well as cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jerry, sons Dennis, Delbert, and David, grandson Jonathan, 10 angel grand babies, and sister-in-law, Irma Lange.

Our family will always be grateful for the excellent care of Dr. John Whalen and team for the past 40+ years. We would also like to thank the Hospice of Dubuque team for providing the best care possible for dad/grandpa over this past week.

Memorials in John’s name may are requested for Hospice of Dubuque and Immaculate Conception Catholic School at Kieler, WI.

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

Kathleen F. Heim

Kathleen F. “Kathy” Heim, age 67 of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home on May 21, 2020, after battling light chain myeloma and amyloid heart disease. Kathy was joyful and thankful to be able to spend her final few days at home with family and friends.

To honor Kathy, a Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 11, 2020, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Steeple Square, 101 E. 15th Street in Dubuque.  Her memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. with Pastor Matt Collins officiating. Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Kathy’s family.

Kathy was born July 7, 1952, in Dubuque, Iowa, to the late Mathias J. “Mat” and Elizabeth M. “Betty” (Kretz) Ginter. She is 1 of 11 children.

Kathy was born and raised in Dubuque, IA. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic grade school and later graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1970. She met the love of her life and soul-mate, Benjamin “Ben” Heim when she was 14 years old. They were married 49 years ago, on July 18, 1970 at St. Mary’s Church in Dubuque, IA.

Kathy was a devoted wife and homemaker. She cared deeply for her family and friends. In her younger days she enjoyed holidays, traveling, and camping. As she grew older, she also enjoyed spending quality time with her husband, dog, siblings, children and grandchildren; shopping for the perfect deal (even if she left empty handed); and watching flowers grow and bloom.

Kathy was a beautiful woman full of grace and love. She instilled a strong sense of family values in her children and was proud of them. She also showed compassion for those who struggled and went out of her way to make them feel special. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Kathy include,

her loving husband of 49 years,
Benjamin J. “Ben” Heim, Dubuque, Iowa;

her children,
Benjamin C. “Ben” Heim, Dubuque, Iowa,
Sherry L. (Dennis) Leeser, Dubuque, Iowa,
Amy M. (Tracy) Landry, Deer Park, Texas;

her 7 grandchildren,
Marissa Heim, Madison Heim, Dylan Leeser, Kayla Leeser, Seth Harris, Brennan Landry and Tyler Landry;

her 4 great-grandchildren,
Laci, Bradley, Ryker, Luna;

her dog,
Bella;

her 7 siblings,
Ann E. Ginter, Dubuque, Iowa,
Margie M. Hoffmann, Dubuque, Iowa,
Christine A. (Doug) Schueller, Camanche, Iowa,
Jackie J. (Jeff) Damask, Oak Creek, Wisconsin,
Carolyn L. (Dan) Drish, Anamosa, Iowa,
John M. (Linda) Ginter, Dubuque, Iowa, and
Gary T. (Becky) Ginter, Walcott, Iowa;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Kathy was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, Richard “Rick” Ginter and Charles “Chuck” Ginter; 1 sister, Mary Rogers; and 2 brothers-in-law, Barry Landolt and Donald “Bear” Hoffmann.

Kathy’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the University of Iowa Cardiac Intensive Care unit, for their compassionate care and support during her three-week stay. They also thank those who brought flowers, food and gifts; and who helped clean and plant flowers…Kathy felt truly blessed to have so much love in her life!  Thank you.

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

Sharon Hinz

Sharon “Sherry” Hinz, 69, of Dubuque, IA, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 26, 2020, surrounded by her family.

Public visitation will be held at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, IL on Tuesday, June 30, 2020 from 3pm – 7pm. A funeral mass will be held at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Dubuque, IA on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at 10:00 am, with Fr. Steven Rosonke officiating.

Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.  Social distancing guidelines will be followed.  Family requests masks be worn.  A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date.

The funeral will be live-streamed on the Miller Funeral Home Group Facebook Page.

Sherry was born February 26, 1951, daughter to Robert and Mary Lou (Beitzel) Schauer of Dubuque. She attended St. Anthony’s School through 8th grade.  She was a graduate of Wahlert High School in 1969.  Sherry went on to study at Columbia Hospital School of Radiologic Technology, graduating in 1972.  She was a radiographer for 40 years, beginning at Jackson County Hospital in Maquoketa, IA.  She retired from Great Plains Orthopaedic, Peoria, IL, where she made many friends.

On July 14, 1973, she was united in marriage to Gil Hinz at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Dubuque, IA.  They began their family in DeWitt, IA where they lived until 1988.  Later, living in Morton, IL for 22 years. In both locations, she made life-long friends she treated like family.  She was known for her hugs, faithfulness, support, and knowing just the right thing to say to ease your spirit.  In retirement, she and Gil moved back to be near family in Dubuque, IA.

Sherry enjoyed life; seeing a blessing in every aspect. Some of her cherished moments were when she was spending time with her children and grandchildren, playing Uno with them, teaching them to bake cookies, doing art projects, and watching Star Wars and Avengers movies. She also enjoyed flower gardening, golfing, painting, drawing, sewing (she was an expert costume designer!), playing cards, and traveling. She was a lifelong Hawkeye fan, at one time a member of the Hawkeye club while living in Illinois.  Most recently, Sherry looked forward to wintering in Gulf Shores, AL with Gil where she played cards with friends, golfed, and often walked the beach.

Sherry is survived by her mother, Mary Lou Schauer of Dubuque, IA,  husband, Gil, children, Abbey (Michael) Egnew of Blue Mounds, WI and A.J.(Allison) Hinz of Hattiesburg, MS; 7 grandchildren, Addison, Jack, Cole, Norah and Cooper Egnew and Ashlynn and Maddox Hinz; her siblings, Robert (Mary Kay) Schauer, Jr, Terri (Mike) Hesselman, Elizabeth (Carl) Heisler, Sam A. Schauer, Scott (Jane) Schauer, and Mike (Judy) Schauer.

She is preceded in death by her father, Robert Schauer, Sr, her father-in-law, Jack Hinz, her grandparents, Al and Stella Beitzel and Samuel and Gertrude Schauer, and cherished aunts and uncles.

The family extends a special thank you to Dr. Hermann, his staff, and Hospice of Dubuque for your never ending kindness and compassion. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that memorial donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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

Joyce M. Henson

Joyce Marie Henson, 74, of Dubuque passed away at home, Thursday, July 25, 2020 with family by her side.  Graveside services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Linwood Cemetery.

Joyce was born September 8, 1945 in Dubuque, daughter of Joseph and Rose (Powers) Brown.  She attended St. Columbkille’s School and Wahlert High School.

Joyce met Dwight Henson, and they were married on April 24, 1970 at Sherrill United Methodist Church.  This past April they celebrated their 50^th wedding anniversary.

She worked at Luther Manor and Mt. St. Francis where she loved her job and spending time with many of the sisters.

Joyce loved her family, being a mother, and spending time with her two daughters.  She loved to travel and enjoyed visiting her daughter in Denver, Colorado.  Some of her favorited trips included an Alaskan cruise, trips to Hawaii and Cabo San Lucas.

She loved animals and shopping on QVC and Amazon.

Joyce will be terribly missed because she had so much love to give.

She is survived by her husband, Dwight Henson, and daughters, Heather (John) Hackett and Shana Rose.

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

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, especially her nurse Melissa, and her aides, Peggy and Julie.

Joan G. Higley

Joan G. (Trexler) Higley, 90, of Dubuque, passed away Friday, June 26, 2020 at Stonehill Care Center.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday, June 29, 2020, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church, 1240 Rush St., Dubuque. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. Monday,  at the church, where due to the Covid 19 pandemic, masks will be required.  Rev. David Schatz will officiate. Mass will be live-streamed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory Facebook page for those unable to attend. Burial will be at Linwood Cemetery, 2736 Windsor Avenue.

Arrangements are entrusted to Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque.

Joan was born May 30, 1930 in Dubuque, the youngest daughter of Walter A. and Pearl (Nagle) Trexler. She attended the former Visitation Academy Catholic girls’ high school and graduated from Clarke College in 1948.

She worked at the Dubuque Carnegie-Stout Public Library, adjacent to the Trexler family home on Bluff St.

Joan married John W. Higley on May 15, 1954, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque. They were married 32 years before John’s death in 1986.  After they married, Joan settled into her role as devoted wife and mother of Mark and Ann. Joan was an active volunteer for a number of non-profit organizations for many years, including the Visiting Nurse Association, Friends of the Mines of Spain, the Mississippi Trails Hiking Club, the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, and the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Joan was a faithful member of St. Columbkille Parish for over 66 years.

Joan enjoyed boating, hiking, and traveled throughout the world.   She spent many summers visiting the family cabin on the Minnesota Whitefish chain of lakes.  She was an avid golf and tennis player, and a longtime member of the Dubuque Golf & Country Club.  Joan will be remembered for her artwork, gardening skills, proficiency at contract bridge, and her unconditional support and love of her two grandchildren.

Joan is survived by her two children Mark, of Dubuque, and Ann (Bob) Wolfe, of Bloomington, MN and their children, Elizabeth “Lizzy” and Austin.

In addition to her husband, Joan was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters Constance “Connie” Schockemoehl and Carol Hagerty, her longtime friend and companion Eugene Gratz, and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Columbkille Church and Stonehill Care Center.

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

The Higley family wishes to extend a special thank-you to the nurses and staff at Stonehill Care Center and 24-Hour Care Home Health Agency, and to Joan’s long-time personal care aide, Danguole Abierne, for all of their wonderful care and support.

Sheila M. Hines

Sheila Mary (Becker) Hines, 73, of Dubuque, passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 at Unity Point Health Finley Hospital.

A funeral service celebrating Sheila’s life will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 29th, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Msgr. James Miller officiating. Family and friends may gather after 9:00 a.m. at the funeral home until time of service. We remind everyone to practice the social distancing guidelines. If you are unable to attend, a live stream of the funeral service will be on the funeral homes Facebook page. Burial will be at a later date on her mother’s grave in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Sheila was born July 21, 1946, in Dubuque, the daughter of Alfred and Marie (Lutgen) Becker. She married Delbert Hines on July 29, 1964.

Sheila was a kind soul who lived for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She was a genuinely selfless and compassionate person who put the needs of others before herself. Sheila and her beloved husband adopted two grandchildren and one great grandchild. Sheila loved spending time with her family, celebrating the holidays, and, in years past, bowling with her teammates. She adored Christmas, Santa Claus, and Snowmen, decorating her house with countless prized figures every year and filling it with joy. She was an avid Cowboys, Cubs, and Elvis fan. Sheila will be missed dearly by all those who loved her.

Sheila is survived by her husband, Delbert; her children, Tammy (Dave) Becker, Billy Jo Hines, Tara Jones, Jolene Hines, and Jennifer Hines; her grandchildren, Stacey (Steve) Ortman, Tracey Becker, Nichole Becker, Jacob (Brittney) Jones, Cory Jones, Austin Jones, Mercedes Hines, Chevelle (Mitchell) Schmitt, and Madison Hines; her great grandchildren, Adrianna Becker, Gavin Lee Becker, Sydney Ortman, Eli Hines, and Jack and Amelia; and her siblings, Bev (William) White, Allen (Kim) Becker, and Stevie Becker.

Sheila was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Marie Becker; a brother, Lawrence “Skip” Becker; her in-laws, Sylven and Alyce Hines; a brother-in-law, Sidney Hines; two sisters-in-law, Gloria Hines and Beverly Frommelt; and a son-in-law, Matthew Kettmann.

The family wishes to thank the 5^th floor nurses and staff at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital for all their care and kindness they gave to Sheila.

Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

Robert Massey

Robert (Bob) Massey, 88, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at home with family by his side.

Verna L. Digman

Verna Lee Digman, 88, of Dyersville passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020, at Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 2 – 8 pm Monday, June 29, 2020, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.  Visitation will continue Tuesday from 9 – 10 am at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Tyler Raymond will officiate.

Verna Lee was born January 17, 1932, in Petersburg, Iowa the daughter of Hugo and Regina (Deutmeyer) Funke.  She married Edward Digman on April 21, 1952, in Dyersville and together they enjoyed raising their family and farming southeast of Dyersville.  Verna Lee also worked as a lunch lady at Xavier Grade School for many years. She enjoyed quilting, crocheting doilies, baking cookies, playing cards and dominoes with friends.  She could mend any garment.  Her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were the top priority in life and gathering and sharing a meal was very important to her.

Survivors include her children: JoAnn (Mike) Koelker and Mary Kay (Mike) MacDonald, both of Dyersville, Sharon (Dale) Menke, of New Vienna and Jeff (Karen) Digman of Dyersville; 10 grandchildren: Jesse (Molly) Koelker, Shelli (Scott) Wilson and Matt (Lindsay) Koelker, Audrey (Scot) Moenck and Rachel (William) Bean, Katie (Mike) Hayes, Terry (Jessie) Menke and Brittany (Travis) Hoefler and Josh (Jessica) Digman and Nathalie Digman; 18 great grandchildren; siblings: Lois (Artie) Kern, Theresa Schindler and Darlene (Wayne) Wegmann, all of Dyersville; in-laws: Janet Funke and Karen Funke, both of Dyersville and Lawrence Lansing of New Vienna, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Eddie in 1999, a son, Larry in 1971, parents-in-law, Anton and Mary Digman; siblings: Dorothy (Leo) Mensen, Janice (Laverne) Mensen, Rita Lansing, Leon Funke, Mary Lou Funke and Floyd Funke; in-laws: Charlie Schindler, Johnny Digman, Ralph (Alice) Digman, and Helen (Eugene) Steffensmeier.

The family would like to thank the staff at Hawkeye Care Center for the compassionate care and dedication during this difficult time.

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

Timothy J. Walters

Timothy J. Walters, 34, of Dubuque, Iowa died on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at home surrounded by his family.

A visitation will be held from 2-6 pm, Saturday, June 27, at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Timothy was born on April 7, 1986 in Decorah, Iowa, the son of John T. and Rebecca (Wilder) Walters Sr.

He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. Timothy was an avid gamer who enjoyed online gaming as well as playing D&D with his friends or cards with the family.  He loved listening to country music and different podcasts that “made him think”.  Timothy got great joy out of picking on his friends and family; he loved making people around him laugh.

Timothy always worked in retail and really enjoyed meeting and talking to everyone he came across.

He is survived by his parents, John T. and Rebecca, of Dubuque; brother, J.T. Walters Jr., of Dubuque and sister, Courtney (Jon) Ewing, of Carroll, Iowa; niece, Rachel L. Walters-Davis, of Dubuque; aunts and uncles, James Walters, of Dubuque, Sandy (Connie) George, of Austin, TX, Monty (Denise) Wilder, of Decorah, IA., Cindy Remik, of Decorah, IA., Barb (Ken) Upton, of Postville, IA., Kris (Gene) Smith, of Calmar, IA., and Melissa (Sean) Goering, of Lucas, IA; many cousins; and his black lab, Bella.

He was preceded in death by his beloved dog, Leo; paternal grandparents, John Francis and Ina Lee (Still) Walters; maternal grandparents, James Myran and Phyllis Jean (Ashbacher) Wilder; aunt, Deborah Lee Walters; and uncle, Mike Remik.

Memorials may be made to the family.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Dubuque County Sheriff’s Department.

Raymond J. Leppert

Raymond John Leppert, 77, of East Dubuque, IL, formerly of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020 at home surrounded by his family.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque with “Reflections by Jenny Bodensteiner”. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery, Dubuque, where military honors will be accorded by members of the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Visitation is from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque. Social distancing guidelines as suggested by Federal and State guidelines will be followed. Face masks are suggested.

Ray was born on April 10, 1943 in Dubuque, the son of Raymond Francis and Rita Mae (Duehr) Leppert. He was a graduate of Dubuque Senior High School. Ray was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving with the U. S. Army Co A 2d Bn 11th Inf.

He owned and operated Leppert’s A1 Shoe Repair prior to his employment with Eagle Window and Door Company from where he retired.

Ray enjoyed bowling and golfing.

Surviving are three children, Raymond F. (Mary) Leppert of Dubuque, Richard J. (Cindy) Leppert of Bernard, IA and Cathy A. Campbell of Dubuque; 11-grandchildren, Adam, Aundrea, Heather, Joseph, Ashley, Josh, Richie (Hayley), Jessica, Nikki (Dan), Rourke and Connor; and 10 great-grandchildren; his siblings, Dave (Cheri) Leppert, Mike (Dorothy) Leppert, Mary Jane (Mike) Lamey, and Gerry (Brenda) Leppert.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Rita Leppert.

Ray’s family wishes to give thanks to his special friends, Ben and Diane Anderson, 24 Hours Home Care and the nurses and staff from Hospice of Dubuque for the excellent care given to their father and grandfather.

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