Obituaries Archive

Milton L. Foulks

Milton L. “Butch” Foulks, 77, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 18, 2019 at MercyOne Medical Center. Milt passed away at Mercy Hospital with loving family friends Jack and Corky Lehman by his side after a long hard battle with Aspergillosis for several years. It was a brave fight with h the motto “never give up.”

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a service will be at 7:00 p.m. with Deacon Bill Mauss officiating.

He was born on June 12, 1942 the son of Leo and Anna (McDermott) Foulks.

Milt loved playing pool and could often be found at Cue Masters in Dubuque. We will miss Milt dearly and will never forget his laugh, his smile or the love he gave all the people dear to him. He was known to call you sweetheart or buddy.

He is survived by his sister Cecelia “Cookie” Davis, of Dubuque; his brother Raymond “Dice” Foulks, of Magalia, CA, along with nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Paul, Francis and John, two sisters Mary and Agnes.

Thank you to Dr. Janes for always being there for Milt. To the staff at Stonehill Care Center who made a great home for Milt, only the warmest thank you will ever do for people as nice and special as you all were. Thank you for taking such good care of Milt and making him a part of your family, he loved you all.

Ronald E. Haight

Ronald Eugene Haight, 79, of North Liberty, Iowa and formerly from Coralville & Dyersville, Iowa, passed away, Sunday, September 22, 2019 at Mercy Hospital Iowa City Hospice Unit surrounded by his loving family.

A celebration of life service will be held at 12:30 PM, Friday, September 27 at St. Thomas More Church, 3000 12th Ave, Coralville, IA 52241. Private burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Friends may call from 10:00 am until 12:30 PM, Friday at the church prior to Mass.

Ron was born December 26, 1939 in Manchester, Iowa to Clayton and Edith Haight. On February 13, 1960, he married his best friend and love of his life Angela Ann Kramer.

He enjoyed golfing, fishing and spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren whenever he could. He lived for following all of their activities as they grew up.

Ron is survived by his wife Angela “Angie” of North Liberty, IA, children, sons Mike (Polly) of North Liberty, IA, Dave (Dawn) of Coralville, IA and daughter Ann (Jim) White of Coralville, IA; eight grandchildren, Danica Haight, Micaela (Dalton) Alexander, Colton and Chandler Haight; Kelly (Juan) Sarabia and Eric (Amanda) White; Brandi Haight (fiancé, Jesse Wineland) and Mackenzie (Jacob) Dilks, four great grandchildren, Alexia and Angelo Sarabia, Alivia White and Carter Alexander, his brother Duane “Pinky” (Shirley) Haight of Manchester, in-laws, Tom (Judy) Kramer of Freeport, IL, Robert Wagner of Coralville, IA with several loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Edith, infant brother, John, mother and father in-law, Harold and Marcella Kramer, brother and sisters-in-law, Justin and Delores Kramer and Bernadette “Bernie” Wagner and infant niece Kristy Kennedy.

Instead of flowers and plants, memorials may be directed to the Mercy Hospital Hospice Unit or St. Thomas More Catholic Church.

Lavina L. Beaman

Lavina L. Beaman, 91, of Epworth, Iowa passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa.

Visitation for Lavina will be held from 3 to 7 p.m., Thursday, September 26, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, where Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Michael Schueller will be presiding. A Private burial will be held in Dubuque Memorial Gardens in Dubuque, Iowa at a later date.

She was born January 16, 1928 in Long Island, New York, daughter of James S. and Elsie (Hines) Brandenburg. She received her education in the Manchester and Dubuque schools. On February 3, 1947 in Manchester, Iowa, she was united in marriage to Myrlen Beaman. He preceded her in death on October 30, 1986. She worked at Ertl’s and Lund Manufacturing in Dyersville, Iowa.

Lavina was a volunteer Den Mother for the Cub Scouts. She was always greeting her friends and family with a smile and a drink. She was always up for a good time and enjoyed beating her opponents at the game of Dice or Pool. She loved to dance and listen to old Country music, garden, fish and do most things outdoors especially her swimming pool time. She was a great baker and was known around the area as the Caramel Corn Lady for her outstanding caramel corn.

She is survived by one son, Ben Beaman of Holy Cross, IA; a daughter-in-law, Janice Beaman of Epworth, IA; Grandchildren, Jody Sanderson, Todd (Ola) Beaman, Chris Beaman, Kari (Steve) Klostermann, Kellie (Louis) Nagy, Benjamin A. Beaman, Serenity Beaman; great-grandchildren, Andrew Duschen, Nathan Duschen, Nicolle Duschen, Paige Beaman, Todd (TJ) Beaman, Jillian Beaman, Lexi Klostermann, Noah Sanderson, Justin Klostermann, Ethan Klostermann, Ryan Klostermann, Michael Meyers; and many great great grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sons, Myrlen (Bucky) Beaman, David Beaman; one daughter, Patricia Maize, five brothers, Arthur, Boyd, Junior, Merwin and Wilber Brandenburg; two sisters, Adella Brown and Lucella Werner.

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

Ivan M. Berger

Ivan M. “Ike” Berger, 88, of Epworth, Iowa, passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at his home in Epworth, Iowa, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral home in Epworth, Iowa, where the Epworth Volunteer Fire Department will meet in a body at 6:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m., Thursday at the Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial for Ike will be held Thursday, September 26, 2019 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Epworth, Iowa, with Rev. James Bergin SVD presiding and Rev. Michael Schueller concelebrating. Burial will be held in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Epworth, Iowa, with full military honors afforded by the Epworth John White American Legion Post #650 and the Epworth Fire Department will conduct Striking the Four Fives.

Ike was born November 30, 1930 in Epworth, Iowa, son of Samuel and Violet (Boyes) Berger. On May 4, 1957 he was united in marriage to Judy Hall at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Epworth, Iowa. He was employed at the Dubuque Packing Company for 42 years, retiring in 1994. He is a Marine Corp Veteran.

He was a member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Epworth, a member of the Epworth John White American Legion Post #650 and was a member of Timberline Golf Course. He was a 28 year member of the Epworth Volunteer Fire Department, for which he retired as Assistant Chief.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Berger of Epworth, IA; four children, Marty (Janet) Berger, Patti (Gary) McDermott and Thomas “Cheese” (Lisa) Berger all of Epworth, IA and Bill (LaRee Landt) Berger of Hiawatha, IA; three grandchildren, Jaime (Clayton Schuneman) Berger, Rod (Sarah) Berger and Shelby McDermott (& Spencer Wolfe); a great grandchild, Anya Schuneman; a sister, Theda (Bobby) Hall of Graf, IA; and a sister-in-law, Gayle Hall of Epworth, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three siblings and their spouses, Norma (Clayton) Brady, Bette (Gene) Goetzinger and Art (Linda) Berger; a brother-in-law, Thomas Hall.

The family of Ike would like to thank the Epworth Fire Department, Dr. Schultheis, Dr. Engelman, the oncology nurses and staff at Medical Associates, Hospice of Dubuque, especially Scott, neighbors, friends and all of his golf buddies at Timberline Golf Course.

Memorials for Ike may be given to the Epworth Fire Department or the Epworth John White American Legion #650.

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

Anna M. Steffen

Anna M. Steffen, 86, of Dyersville, and formerly of Luxemburg passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019, surrounded by her family at home.

Visitation will be held from 2-8 pm Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville. Visitation will continue Thursday from 9-10 am at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 26, 2019, Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Luxemburg with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Noah Diehm will officiate.

Ann was born April 9, 1933, in Earlville, Iowa the daughter of John and Anna (Besler) Freiburger, Sr. She married Ralph Steffen on October 6, 1953, in Earlville. Together they farmed near Luxemburg until retiring in 1989. Ann also owned and operated Ann’s Bridal Shoppe for over 40 years. After she retired from the Bridal Shoppe her sewing continued as she made quilts for her family. She always will be remembered for her laughter and her famous last words, “I love you more!”

She is survived by six daughters: Annie (Mike) Maiers of Holy Cross, Pam (Gary) Wessels of Dyersville, Bev (Ron) Ploessl of North Buena Vista, IA, Barbara (Steve) O’Brien of Dubuque, Betty (Mark) Brimeyer of Balltown, IA, and Judy (Nate Smith) Mensen of Waukee, IA; one son Larry (LuAnn) Steffen of Dubuque, IA; grandchildren: Chris (Ashley) Maiers, Ben (Amanda) Maiers, Jared (Tiffany Arneson) Wessels and Colten (Joleen Sanger) Wessels, Dan (Livy), Jeff (Holly Tegeler), Mitch (Emily Degenford), and Dusty (Rachael) Ploessl, Jason (Ardeth) Steffen, Adam Steffen and a special friend Jesse Smith, Joseph (Kathleen) Steffen and Allison (Kaiden) Kuntz, Alan (Julie) Domeyer, Sean (Keri Neujahr) O’Brien, Molly, and Megan O’Brien, Brian Brimeyer, Andrea (Dan) West, and Kevin (Loren Thalacker) Brimeyer, Greg Mensen, Austin (Danielle Hanson) Mensen, Morgan, and Kyle (Emily) Mensen; great grandchildren: Connor, Brevin, Griffin, Micah and Ilsa Maiers, Jameson Wessels, Becca, Bryce, Danielle, Paisley, Jax, Archie, Keaton and Cassutt Ploessl, Drake, Kaden, Skyla, Lela and Margo Steffen, Lily and Joey Domeyer, Annabelle, Jackson and Maxton West; sisters-in-law, Joan Esch of Dyersville, Alice Freiburger of Delhi and Eileen Grutz of Manchester.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ralph in 2010, 2 sons: Joey & Karle Steffen, a granddaughter, Emily Brimeyer, a great granddaughter, Alonna Steffen; siblings: Earl Freiburger, Bill (Irene) Freiburger, John (Helen) Freiberger, Vince (Leona) and Carl Freiburger, Grace Freiburger, Eva Mae Weigel; in-laws: Phil Wiegel, Jim Esch, Germaine (Norb) Wilwert, Lawrence Steffen, Leo (Monica) Steffen, Ray (Fran) Steffen, Artie (Esther) Steffen, Rich (Nellie) Steffen, Marie Goebel-Winter (Larry Goebel and Emmett Winter) and Virgie (Irvin) Singsank.

Memorials are preferred.

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

Dianne M. Reicher

Dianne M. Reicher, 70, of West Dundee, Illinois and formerly of Dyersville, Iowa passed away Monday, August 19, 2019, at MercyOne Senior Care, Dyersville, Iowa.

Public Visitation will be held from 8- 10 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville, Iowa with Funeral services following at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Basilica, Dyersville, Iowa. Burial will be at St. Francis Cemetery in Dyersville. Rev. Jim Goerend will officiate.

Dianne was born January 16, 1949, in Placid, Iowa, the daughter of Merlin and Eillene (Mahoney) Delaney.  She married Rick Reicher on January 28, 1970 in Dyersville, Iowa.

Survivors include her husband of 48 years, Rick, children: Josh (Eileen) and their children, Rogan and Rylan Reicher of Lakewood IL, Tim (CaSandra) and their children, Marley and Marina  Reicher of Algonquin, IL, siblings: Mary (Rory) McGuire of Central City, IA, in-laws: Rod (Phyllis) Reicher of Dyersville, Russ (Julie) Reicher of Worthington, George Reicher of San Diego, CA, Maureen Lueck Delaney of Williamsville, NY Russ Loesche of Petersburg and her adoring pets: Sammy, Harley and Josie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, parents-in-law, Stephen and LuAnn (Wessels) Reicher, siblings: Bill Delaney, Debbie Delaney Loesche, in-laws: Ruby and Rose Mary Reicher. A great nephew, Thomas Reicher.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Dianne’s honor.

The family would like to thank MercyOne Senior Care for their compassionate care. Also a thank you to the Hospice Unit, especially Scott.

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

Joan Furlong

Joan Furlong, 86, of Dubuque, died Thursday, September 19, 2019, at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM Monday, September 23, 2019, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church – Holy Spirit Parish, 2921 Central Avenue.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Ms. Furlong will be 11:00 AM Monday, September 20, 2019 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church – Holy Spirit Parish with Rev. Father Mark Kwenin as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Dubuque. Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.

Born October 5, 1932, in Dubuque, she was the daughter of William F. and Elizabeth Tamlin White. On July 16, 1955, she married Arthur Francis Furlong at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Dubuque. He died April 14, 1998.

She worked at CyCare as a supervisor of Data Entry for 28 years.

She graduated from the former Visitation Academy in 1950 and then attended Clarke University.

She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church – Holy Spirit Parish, the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, and the Catholic Daughters of America. She enjoyed cooking, hosting parties, and was an avid reader.

Survivors include one son, Arthur W. Furlong of Waterloo, IA; one sister, Carole Hannam of Dubuque; two brothers, William J. (Jean) White of Eldridge, IA, and James J. White of Iowa City, IA; brothers-in-law, Bob Oldis of Phoenix, AZ, Tom Furlong of Iowa City, IA, and Alan Furlong of Dubuque; sisters-in-law, Maxine Furlong, and Carole Meyer; grandchildren, Hannah, Jacob, and Nicholas McMahon; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, Arthur, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Betty Ann Kessler, and Rosemary Oldis, one sister-in-law, Mary Etta White, and three brothers-in-law, Les Kessler, Chuck Cushing, and Joe Hannam, father-in-law and mother-in law, Art and Dorothy Furlong, and brothers-in-law, Jim and Bill Furlong.

Special thank you to Kelly McMahon for her care of Joan, Dr. Matthew Kirkendall and his nurse Kate, Dr. Mark Hermann and his nurse, Sandy, at Grand River Medical Group, Dr. Ram of Medical Associates Cardiology, and the ER, ICU and Pastoral Care Team at Mercy One.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Joan’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Rick Schiltz

Rick Schiltz, 59 of Patterson, CA passed away Tuesday, September 17th in Merced County.

Mr. Schiltz was born in Dubuque, Iowa and was a resident of Patterson for 25 years. He was the owner of McAuley Ford for 25 years and a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Patterson. Rick was dedicated to his community. He was active in Patterson Rotary, Patterson Youth Baseball and a former representative of the Patterson Economic Strategic Planning Commission and the City of Patterson Planning Commission. 

Rick enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his five grandchildren. He loved baseball, especially the Chicago Cubs. His lifetime wish came true when they won the World Series in 2016.

Mr. Schiltz is survived by his wife of 38 years, Marsha (Kemp) Schiltz of Patterson; daughter, Krystal (Ryan) Trinkler of Erie, CO; son, TJ (Shannon) Schiltz of Tracy; father, Jerry Schiltz of Jacksonville, NC; sisters, Debbie and Sue; brother, Gary; grandchildren, Liam, Elijah, Rylee, Reese and Mackenzie. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Schiltz.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00am  Thursday,  September 26th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Patterson.

Donations may be made to: Father Connors Endowment Fund, PO Box 1174, Patterson, CA 95363 or the charity of choice.

Services conducted by Hillview Funeral Chapel, Patterson.

Allan Heiar

Allan “Allie” Heiar, 92, of Bellevue, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM Monday, September 23, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. A
visitation will be held from 2:00-6:00 PM on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and again Monday morning from 9:00-10:00 AM at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue prior to mass. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.

Allie was born to Clara (Yoeger) and Nick Heiar on September 26, 1926 in rural Bellevue in the farmhouse where he resided his entire life. He married Ruth Kilburg on October 11, 1950.

Allie felt truly blessed in all the important ways of life – the things money can’t buy – like being a husband, a father, a grandfather and a great-grandfather. He was loved deeply, and his family will long remember his witty and unpredictable sense of humor. An avid gardener, Allie felt an obligation to plant enough potatoes to feed the whole family. When Allie wasn’t farming or painting barns and houses, he spent time woodworking in his shop where he created a variety of hand-crafted items for his family.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife of 68 years, Ruth; sons Dave (Jane), Roger (Lou Ann), Rick (Lin Manders), Mark (Lori), a daughter Mary Jo (Randy) Gerardy and son-in-law Denny (Linda) Walgamuth. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. A sister, Verna Mae Ernst also survives him along with sisters-in law, Lucille Bormann, Berniece Bormann, Mildred Haxmeier, Marci Roling, Jean Hoffmann and Velma Kilburg.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Lavonne Walgamuth; grandchildren Justin and Ann Heiar; brother Richard; sisters and brothers-in-law Evelyn and Don Neubert, Valeta and Ronald Schmidt, Marilyn and Don Haxmeier, Raymond Ernst, LeRoy and Kathleen Kilburg, Sylvester Bormann, Vivian Bormann, Wayne Haxmeier, Glenn Roling, Merle Kilburg and Allan Hoffmann.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Jackson County for the care and compassion shown to Allie and the entire family.

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

George Barry

George “Dan” Barry, age 62 of Dubuque, Iowa completed his earthly journey on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at home, surrounded by his loving family. Per Danny’s request, a Celebration of Life for family and friends will be held on Sunday, September 22, 2019, from 1:00 until 5:00 p.m. at the Backpocket Taproom and Beercade, 333 East 10th Street, Dubuque. A private family burial will be held at the Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West, Iowa, where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Dan’s family.

Dan was born on July 10, 1957 in Dubuque, one of ten children to Donald “Don” and Elizabeth “Betty” (Bertling) Barry. Dan flourished within his large family and quickly realized the value of family, friends and an honest day’s work. He honorably joined the U.S. Army at the age of 17 and devoted 4 years of his life to protecting our freedoms on a daily basis. After leaving the Army, Dan went on to earn a few electronics degrees and soon began his working career in the field. He was one of the first computer repairmen in Illinois at the time and eventually went on to share his talents with the Bodine Electric Company, Renier’s TV, Stereo & Video, and Frith Appliance. Dan was a naturally gifted electronics guru who eventually became the go-to man in the area. He could fix anything, would help anyone who asked and thankfully, remained generous and humble with his wealth of knowledge and experience in the industry as Dan was always able to explain his thoughts in a manner that the average listener could easily understand. He retired in 2018 due to health issues, but always took great pride in the path which he had blazed.

Dan was also a man who appreciated a little downtime in his day. Fishing and hunting were top on his list in his early years, but as time passed, he found himself enjoying a few hours in a climate-controlled environment trying out his luck at the slot machines to be just as enjoyable. Helping with the cooking duties at the yearly hog roast at Georgie’s Skyline was also a perfect way to spend a day off in Dan’s mind. But truth be told, his grandkids were where his greatest joys could be found.  Hanging out, telling stories, or simply listening to how their day was going would always bring a joyful smile to Dan’s face. He loved his entire family and not one ever had to wonder where his true loyalties fell.  Dan was not only a good and honest man and a man of his word, but he was also a very particular man when it came to the world around him. Religiously organized is probably an understatement and all who knew Dan were well aware of the fact that if he was in control of the task at hand, it was going to be meticulously perfect in his mind by the end. Our hearts are broken with the realization that Dan has lost his long and courageous battle, but we are also grateful for peace in time as we embrace the hope that Dan can now rejoin his loved one’s who have been called home ahead of him. We will miss you deeply Dan, we love you dearly and thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being exactly the man you were meant to be, and may we graciously add one final RTFM and GTS for good measure good Sir!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Dan’s include,

his 4 children,
Josh (Sarah McCaughey) Barry, Dubuque, Iowa,
Jason Barry, Monroe, Wisconsin,
Tracy (Scott) Anderson, Nashville, Tennessee,
and Danielle (Jason Maas) Barry, Dubuque, Iowa;

his 10 grandchildren,
Josh Jr., Harlan, Dustin, Quinton, Nick, Donnie, Sequoia, Caleb, Charlie and Caitlyn;

his 7 siblings,
Linda Douglas, LaMotte, Iowa,
Jean Barry, Port St. Lucy, Florida,
Georgie Barry, Key West, Iowa,
Margy (Ron “Grumpy”) Mueller, Dubuque, Iowa,
Cheryl (Dan) Lang, Dubuque, Iowa,
Ellen (Matt) Stuckey, Dubuque, Iowa,
and Fabian Barry, Dubuque, Iowa;

his sister-in-law,
Betsy Wubben, Hazel Green, Wisconsin;

his aunt,
Eileen Merfeld, Dubuque, Iowa;

along with countless nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, friends and neighbors.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents; his stepfather, Leo Burns; his son, Donald Jay; and his brothers, Donald Barry, Jr. and Scott Barry.

Dan, and his daughter, Danielle, would like to thank Bea and Brice Nagelmaker, Nikki Steger, Dr. Ott, Dr. Engelman, the staff at Mercy Hospital and Hospice of Dubuque (especially Jennifer Fondell) for all of their professional and compassionate care of Dan, and his family.  Also, a very special thank you to Caleb, Charlie, Caitlyn, along with all of Dan’s brothers, sisters and close friends who showered Dan with unconditional and unwavering care and support the entire time.  The visits, texts, food, laughs, affection and simply checking in on him has surely made this difficult journey much easier.  May God bless you all for your kindnesses!

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

Mary Helen Walter

Mary Helen Walter, 95, of Scales Mound, IL, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at her son Jack’s home in Apple River, IL.

Services will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday at the Miller & Steinke Funeral Home in Scales Mound, where friends may call from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services. Burial will be in the Scales Mound Township Cemetery.

Mary Helen was born May 21, 1924 to Thomas and Zella (Cusack) Harris in Cuba City Township, Wisconsin. She was called Helen for most of her life because she had an Aunt Mary and a cousin Mary.

Helen’s family moved many times during her childhood. She attended 7 different schools. On February 14, 1948 she married Calvin Walter at her parent’s home in Monticello Township.

Helen and Cal farmed for most of their married life. When they moved from the farm Cal worked at Davis Farm Supply and the Country House Grocery in Scales Mound while Helen cleaned houses.

They loved to travel, visiting almost all 50 states and Helen also visited 3 European countries. They funded their travels by cutting grass for the Scales Mound Ciitzens Cemetery for many years.

Cal and Helen loved playing cards and their many grandchildren.

Helen is survived by daughter in law Jane Walters of Sauk City, WI, daughter Mary (John) Gross of Winnebago, IL, son Mike (Beth) Walter of Scales Mound, daughter Joann (Marvin) Schultz of Scales Mound, son Jack (Kim) Walter of Apple River, and son Ted (Sherry) Walter of Prince Rupert, Canada; 15 grandchildren, and many great grandchildren and step great grandchildren; and two sisters, Verna Glasgow of Scales Mound and Fern Scott of Fort Atkinson, WI.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Calvin Walter, son Jim Walters, grandson Todd Walter, brothers Dale and Orlin Harris and sister Hazel (Harris) Walter.

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

Paul J. Lattner

Paul Joseph “Pauly” Lattner, 54, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 18, 2019 at home after battling kidney failure.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 24th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where an informal service will be at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in Mount Olivet Cemetery. In honor of Pauly please wear your favorite sports apparel. (College, NFL, MLB or NASCAR).

Paul was born on February 19, 1965 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Allen and Carol (Maiers) Lattner. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1983. Pauly and his father Allen drove trucks for many years all over our beautiful country. Lastly, he was employed with Marty Arensdorf Quarries.

Pauly had a sense of humor like no other. On many trips to Iowa City he could point out every quarry on the way. The nurses in Iowa City were sad to see him leave because he made their day go faster. Pauly loved hunting, playing cards, and was an avid pool player. He enjoyed watching all sports especially NASCAR, he never missed a race, and watching the Dallas Cowboys.

He is survived by his mother Carol Lattner, of Dubuque (Jiggs Hoftender, of East Dubuque); siblings, Pam Vaassen-Sippel and her husband Scott, of Dubuque, Pat Lattner and his wife Kathy, of Long Grove, IA, and Peggy Flanagan and her husband Mike, of Dubuque. Nephews: Nick Vaassen (fiance Natalie Schildgen), Dylan Flanagan (Kristina Robey), Logan Flanagan, Mason Lattner, Tyler Sippel and Trevor Sippel, along with his step-mother Linda Lattner.

He is preceded in death by his father Allen Lattner; grandparents Lyle & Helen Lattner, Pete and Bertha Maiers along with many aunts, uncles and other relatives.

The family would like to thank Dr. John Whalen and the staff at Tri-State Dialysis, Hospice of Dubuque for all their wonderful care they gave to Pauly. A special thank you to all of Pauly’s friends that stopped to visit and enjoy his endless sense of humor and reminisce about old times and thank you to Jiggs Hoftender for taking Carol and Paul to Iowa City for his appointments.

Joe Szeibel

Joe Szeibel, 90, of Luther Manor in Dubuque, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Luther Manor.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 23, 2019 at St. Raphael Cathedral with Msgr. Thomas Toale officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, September 22nd, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 1:00 p.m.

Joe Szeibel was born on October 25, 1928 in a small village, Vallaj, in Eastern Hungary. He was born into a modest family of little means. His parents were Pal Szeibel and Rozsa Praszler. Pal died during Joe’s youth.

When World War II broke out, Joe enlisted in the Hungarian Army. He was only 16, but it was a ticket out of poverty. He was able to enter the Hungarian Military Academy, and became a quartermaster. He served for over 10 years in the Hungarian Army, achieving the rank of Lieutenant.

In 1955 Joe married Eva Szabo. Their only child Peter was born in 1956, just months before the Hungarian Revolt against the Soviets broke out. As a result of political upheaval and violence, Joe and Eva fled from Hungary with their infant son, under difficult circumstances, and immigrated to the United States.

After a few years in Trenton, New Jersey, the family moved to New York City. Joe took on jobs as an accountant, while Eva worked in mechanical drafting. Joe eventually landed a steady job with Air-India in New York. As an airline employee, he enjoyed travel benefits, and the family started to travel to other countries during vacations. Joe travelled extensively, visiting countries throughout Europe, Asia, and South America. He was fond of the tropics, especially the Hawaiian Islands. Joe’s son Peter excelled academically, went to medical school, graduating with his M.D. in 1982. He trained in psychiatry and continues to work as a clinical psychiatrist.

Joe’s wife Eva died in 1991 at the age of 59. Joe was devastated. By then, Peter had moved from New York to the Midwest. Joe was now all alone. He had no family left in New York. He continued working for a few years, and eventually retired from Air-India in 1997. He moved to Dubuque in 2002 to be near his son, his daughter-in-law Carmen Hernandez, and his three grandchildren, Hannah, Matthew, and Sarah. Hannah lives in Dubuque, and is married with two daughters, Isla and Penny Von Mulert. Matthew now lives in San Juan, Puerto Rico, while Sarah lives in San Francisco.

Joe’s health took a turn for the worse in 2013, after which he was no longer able to live independently. He then lived with Peter and Carmen for four years, after which he was placed into a care facility. In his last years he struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease, as well as declining physical health. He died at Luther Manor on Sept, 15, 2019.

Jerry F. Heim

Jerry F. Heim, 74, of Dubuque, formally of La Motte, IA, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday September 15, 2019 surrounded by the love of his family.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday September 19, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be said at 2:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 20th, 2019 at The Church of the Nativity with Father Lyle Wilgenbusch officiating. Burial will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery in Bernard, IA with military honors by the Iowa Army National Guard.

Jerry was born on May 26, 1945 in Bellevue, IA to Vincent and Elizabeth (Clasen) Heim. In 1963, he graduated from Holy Rosary High School in LaMotte, IA.

Jerry married Ginny (Esser/Shanahan) Heim on June 19, 1981. They spent 38 special years together.

Jerry worked for John Deere Dubuque Works for 12 years. He then went to work for Robert and Mary Schulte Construction, Orkin Pest Control and ended up retiring from Cascade Lumber in 2006. His two favorite employers were Robert and Mary Schulte and Cascade Lumber who always treated him like family. In addition, he served in the Iowa National Guard 1963 to 1967.

Jerry enjoyed fishing, camping, golfing, bowling, working in his workshop, playing euchre and blackjack with an occasional trip to the casino to play the penny slots. Upon retirement, Jerry and Ginny became snow birds for 3 years in Florida with Duane and Shirly Esser.

Jerry is survived by his wife Ginny of 38 years and 2 daughters, Sue (Mark) Howard of Basehor, KS, and Amiee Heim. His 2 grandchildren, William and Addison Howard. His brother Joe (Mary) Heim of Waverly, NE, Elaine (John) Pitts of Dubuque; Phylis Wolbers of Dubuque and Norb (Dee) Heim of Dubuque. Marlene (Steve) Sauser of Cascade; Duane (Shirley) Esser of Prairie du Chein WI; Jane (Doug) Ledbury of Alma, WI, Judy (Ken) Raisbeck of Cassville, WI and Bev Esser. His extended family, Eulaine (Jim) Hutchcroft Paul (Arlene) Shanahan, Bob Timmerman, George and Mary Felderman and Chuck (Mary) Shanahan. Plus many nieces and nephews.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Vincent and Elizabeth Heim, brothers William and Jim Heim, brother in law Sam Wolbers, sister in law Marilyn Heim, father and mother in law Vincent and Marie Esser, Gary and Marsha Esser, his extended family, Ann Timmerman, Loras and Julie Shanahan, John and Isabelle Shanahan and Pat Shanahan.

Jerry was a proud papa to his two grandchildren, William and Addison. He often said William was his little pill who helped him fight many health battles since William was 9 months old and that Addison was the apple of his eye. He was always quick with a joke and enjoyed watching a good western.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the family, friends and to the neighbors of Andrew Court especially the Noel family who were always there when they needed help. Jerry and Shirley Tauke for the numerous games of Euchre. Dr. Cao and his nurse Melissa, Dr. Kahn, Finley Hospital, University of Iowa Health Systems, Dr. Schope and his nurse Lori and Hospice of Dubuque especially Jen, Amy and Ryan.

In lieu of flowers, a Jerry F Heim memorial fund has been established.

Bart L. Germaine

Bart Larry Germaine, 71, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 with family by his side after a nine-year battle with prostate cancer.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 24th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Ceremony of the Four Fives by the Dubuque County Firefighters will follow the service. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, September 23rd, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory where the Dubuque County Firefighters will assemble at 6:30 p.m.

Bart was born on July 16, 1948 in Dubuque the son of Leslie and Mary (Kiebler) Germaine. He graduated Dubuque Senior High School in 1966.

He started working at John Deere Dubuque Works in August 1966 and worked as a tool and die maker and later as a test fixture engineer in the construction and forestry department before retiring in 2013 after 47 years of service. Upon retirement, Bart enjoyed working with his son, Jason, and the crew of Germaine Electric

He married Sheila Graham on July 29, 1972 at St. Patrick’s church in Dubuque.

Bart joined the Key West Fire Department in 1977 where he served as Captain, Chief, and Assistant Chief and retired from the department in 2015 after 38 years of volunteer service.

In younger years, he enjoyed drag racing at Cordova in his 1967 gold Chevelle; hunting, watching NASCAR races; fishing… Bart and Sheila enjoyed traveling, especially after their retirement when they traveled to Alaska, Hawaii, and eastern Canada and New England; they also enjoyed their time spent in Ft. Myers, Florida during the winter months.

He was a member of the UAW Local 94, Iowa Firefighters Association, Dubuque County Firefighters Association, and past member of Iowa Fire Chief Association.

In 2011, Bart was inducted into the Dubuque County Fire Association “Hall of Flame”.

He is survived by his wife Sheila; children Jason (fiance, Alyssa Hrubes) Germaine, Julie (Jim) Earp; grandchildren, Kaily (Andrew) Belken, Aiden Germaine, Owen Earp; Step-grandchildren, Emmer, Elli, Max; Sisters, Mary Trenkamp, Leslie (John) Oswald; sister-in-law, Molly (Mike) Casey; Brothers-in-law, Roger Ege, Bill (Jackie) Graham, Robert (Samantha) Graham; Niece, Ginny (Lars) Lindgren; Nephews, Shane (Jennifer) Oswald, Kirk (Becky) Oswald, Carl (Belinda) Ege, Russell (Tonya) Trenkamp, Tommy Casey, Timmy Casey, Jackson Graham.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Sister, Charmaine Ege; Sister-in-law, Peggy Ketch; Brother-in-law, Tony Trenkamp.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Gus Harb and the staff of Urological Associates in Davenport, Dr. Mark Hermann, Hospice of Dubuque (especially Scott, Amy, Ryan), and members of the Key West Fire Department.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.