Obituaries Archive

MaryLou Rogers

MaryLou Rogers, 79, of Dubuque, died Friday, October 30, 2020, at her home in Dubuque.

The Mass of Christian Burial for MaryLou will be 11:00 AM Thursday, November 5, 2020, at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.  The mass will also be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hoffmannschneiderkitchen and will be available to view at a later time at www.hskfhcares.com.

MaryLou was born March 24, 1941, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Arthur H. and Nora E. Lynn Hense.  She married Randall J. Rogers.

MaryLou was an avid baker, she loved to play scrabble and cards. Although, most importantly she was a homemaker and mother of five. MaryLou was also a member of Holy Spirit Parish-Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Survivors include her children, Jim Rogers of Zwingle, Keith (Darlene) Rogers of Front Royal, VA, Mike (Mollie) Rogers of Bellevue, Karen (Dennis) Vahle of Dubuque, and Gary Rogers of Dubuque; as well as eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

She is preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Lorraine Montgomery, and one brother, Arthur Hense.

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 MaryLou’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Richard J. Ranson

Richard J. Ranson, 78, of Keokuk, died Monday, October 26, 2020, at UnityPoint Health in Keokuk.

The Funeral Service for Richard will be 11:30 AM Saturday, November 7, 2020, at Mueller Memorial Chapel at Linwood Cemetery with Pastor Jonathan Crawford officiating. Please respect our current social distancing requirements. Due to the current city mask mandate, masks are required at the service. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Richard’s family. The service will be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page and will also be available to view later at www.hskfhcares.com.

Richard was born June 26, 1942, in Dubuque, the son of Joseph H. and Alice R. Weiland Ranson.

He was a 1961 graduate of Dubuque Senior High School.

Richard worked in Madison Wisconsin at a news agency.

He was an avid sports fan.

Survivors include his brother, Kenneth Ranson of Asbury; three nieces, Amy, Jill, and Diana Jo; one nephew, Cory; and sister-in-law, Diane Ranson of Dubuque.

He is preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Joseph Ranson Jr, and one sister-in-law, Sandy Ranson.

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

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

Thomas P. Berning

Thomas P. Berning, age 41, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on October 29, 2020, at home, due to heart failure.  To honor Tom’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Tom’s family.

Tom was born on December 17, 1978, in Dubuque, Iowa, a son to Thomas J. and Dianne L. (Mohr) Berning.  He grew up embracing his free-spirit and was very proud of becoming an Eagle Scout as he ventured into adulthood.  Tom spent his working hours in food service primarily and was always the big guy behind the counter, or at the window. With an even bigger smile, he found opportunities to share his love for life with those around him.  He also knew how to relax though, and when the workday was done, you could easily find him vigorously cheering on his Bear’s and Cubbies whenever they were playing.  His gentle and friendly demeanor was always on display and Tom made friends very easily wherever he went.  His affinity for real big and sincere hugs, both given and received, will thankfully now be able to provide some healing in the hearts and minds of all who knew and loved him as they can embrace the memories of their last one’s moving forward.  Tom’s sudden absence from our lives is quite a bit more than we can honestly handle, but we trust that his daughters, Kaitlyn and Crystal, will carry on his love of life.  Thank you, Tom, for showing us that life isn’t always as we would wish, but adding a little fun into the mix from time to time can surely ease the ride.  We will treasure every wonderful memory you leave behind, and may you find the peace you so deserve as you keep them all smiling up there until we meet again.   

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Thomas include,

his loving parents,
Tom and Dianne Berning, East Dubuque, Illinois.

his 2 daughters,
Kaitlyn Marie Degenhardt, Dubuque, Iowa,
and Crystal Anne Berning, Platteville, Wisconsin.

his granddaughter,
Raelynn Jo, Dubuque, Iowa.

his grandmother,
Colleen Mohr, East Dubuque, Illinois.

his aunts and uncles,
DeEtta (Tom) Jackoniski, East Dubuque, Illinois,
Dennis (Cathy) Mohr, Kieler, Wisconsin,
Dawn (Slim) Stelpflug, East Dubuque, Illinois,
Donita (Ronnie) Shireman, East Dubuque, Illinois, (Godmother)
Debbie (Mike McGovern) Redmon, East Dubuque, Illinois,
David Mohr, East Dubuque, Illinois,
Doug Mohr, Dubuque, Iowa,
Dolly (Jamie) Kuhle, Venice, Florida,
Joyce Berning, Mineral Point, Wisconsin
Wayne Berning, Hazel Green, Wisconsin,
Gary (Deb) Berning, East Dubuque, Illinois,
Gene Berning, Hazel Green, Wisconsin,
Joan (Ken) McDonough, Florida,
Judy (Kevin) Haverland, Cuba City, Wisconsin,
Jane Berning, Sherrill, Iowa,
Jackie (Dan) Larson, East Dubuque, Illinois,
Carl Berning, Dodgeville, Wisconsin,
Mary Berning, Coloma, Wisconsin
and Joyce (Tim) Dunbar, East Dubuque, Illinois.

along with countless extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Tom was preceded in death by his grandparents, Wes Mohr, Harold and Mary Berning; and his uncles, Darrel Mohr and Dave Berning (Godfather). 

Tom’s family would like to thank all our family and friends for their outpouring of love, concern, and compassion.  Our hearts are beyond broken today, but just knowing that you’re all there to help hold the pieces in place until some healing can begin is a blessing greater than you could know.

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

Marion L. Fahey

Marion L. (Wiedner) Fahey, 92, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on October 28, 2020 at Luther Manor in Dubuque.

Private family burial services will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com.

Marion was born on August 27, 1928 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Francis and Sarah (Kingsley) Wiedner. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy and in 1948 married Charles Fahey at St. Patrick’s Church in Dubuque.

Marion worked as a secretary at Interstate Power Co., People’s Natural Gas and at her husband’s accounting firm.

She was an avid reader and especially loved mysteries. She was always knitting or doing some type of needlework. She was very proud of her Irish heritage and loved visiting Ireland with her husband.

She is survived by her husband Charles “Chuck” Fahey; three children Mary K. Fahey, Timothy Fahey and Nora Kafer, all of Dubuque. One grandson Daniel Kafer; brother-in-law William Fahey along with many nieces and nephews.

Marion was preceded in death by her parents; her sister Janaan (Harley) Wiedner Key; son-in-law Roger Kafer; brothers-in-law Bernard (Alberta) Fahey, John (Nadine) Fahey, Robert Fahey and Richard (Kate) Fahey; sisters-in-law Lorraine (Fink) Didesch, Eileen (Lester) Schueller, Mary (Stanley) Danzer, Florence (James) George, and Mary Ellen Fahey.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque and the nurses and staff in the memory care unit at Luther Manor.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church or Hospice of Dubuque.

Alice Link

Alice (Sigwarth) Link, age 96, of Dubuque and formerly of Balltown, Iowa was carried home peacefully on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at Stonehill Care center with her daughter Carol at her side.

Due to the current COVID-19 concerns, a private family Mass of Christian Burial for Alice will be held Monday, November 2, 2020, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with Rev. Noah J. Diehm as the Celebrant. Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery – Balltown. The mass will be available to be viewed at www.hskfhcares.com at a later date.

Alice was born on July 27, 1924, in Balltown, Iowa, daughter of John and Anna (Leick) Sigwarth. She was united in marriage to Sylvester A. Link on January 16, 1945 at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Balltown. Their wedding day closed with a wedding dance at Melody Mill in Dubuque, which was attended by 513 people. The large attendance was a treasured memory for Sylvester & Alice. Though starting out with little, they worked hard and found immense happiness in becoming successful farmers. They were blessed with five children. In 1983 they moved from the farm to Alice’s parents’ home in Balltown. Together they shared 57 wonderful years before Sylvester’s passing on April 29, 2002. Alice moved to Dubuque in 2008, residing at Dubuque Retirement Center, now Eagle Point Place. She was very content with spending her final years at Stonehill Care Center often commenting, “This is a good place.”

Alice was a proud life-long supportive member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish and Leo High Catholic School in Holy Cross, IA. She and Sylvester were thrilled to have all five children attend 12 years of Catholic education in local schools. They were among the founding members of the Leo High Endowment Fund Committee. Alice and Sylvester loved to dance and enjoyed Square Dancing, with the Circle 2-Step and the Polka among other  favorites. Alice was a member of the St. Francis Rosary Society, serving as president in 1975. She was also a member of Catholic Financial Life. She was an excellent cook known for making the best roast beef! Each spring she baked her delicious rhubarb pie and her grandchildren loved Grandma’s banana bread any time of year! She enjoyed volunteering at the Dubuque Women’s Food Booth at the county fair, baking many a pie to be served there. She also enjoyed crocheting, bowling, and card club gatherings with neighbors & friends. Alice was always eager to attend and support her grandchildren’s interests and performances. The game of euchre, learned during recess in her grade school years, was an activity Alice excelled in and looked forward to right into her mid-nineties! Family members and visitors were often greeted with, “Would you want to play a little cards?”

Those left to cherish Alice’s memory are her daughters, Carol (Ron) LeGrand of Dubuque, LuAnn (Steve) Small of Madrid, her sons, Allan (Alice) Link and Loras (Tammy) Link both of Balltown, her son-in-law, Dave Winn of Red Bluff, CA; nine grandchildren,  Nicole (Jeremy) Borden of Bettendorf, Scott (Mary Jo) LeGrand of Cedar Rapids, Kim (Kenny) Nedder of Pella, Joe (Jessica) Link of Cedar Rapids, Mike (Jenny) Link of Asbury, Michelle (Travis) Gavin of Ankeny, Renee (Dana) Conley of Bondurant, Sarah (Zach) Little of Peosta, Melissa Link of Dubuque; 17 great-grandchildren; a sister, Marina Klein of Dubuque and a brother Louis (Jean) Sigwarth of Balltown; three sister-in-laws, Kay Link, of Dyersville, Elaine Link of Dubuque, Mary Link of Franklin, WI, and her cherished friend, Joanne Steger of Balltown.

She was welcomed into heaven by her husband; her parents; a daughter, Janet G. Winn; her siblings, Rev. Reynold Sigwarth, Armella (Alvin) Banwarth, Dorothy (Arnold) Klein, Werner (Dolores) Sigwarth, Celestine (Eleanor) Sigwarth, Lucille (Delbert) Link; a brother-in-law, John Klein and her Godparents, Msgr. Anthony Sigwarth and Sister Stella Marie Leick.

A memorial fund has been established.

Alice’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Stonehill Care Center for providing loving care for Mom these past 7 1/2 years. Gratitude is also expressed to Hospice of Dubuque.

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 Alice’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Richard U. Jacobs Sr.

Richard U. “Dick” Jacobs Sr., age 75, of Dubuque, passed away at 11:20 p.m., on Thursday, October 22, 2020, at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital.  To honor Dick’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at the Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury Road, with Rev. Phillip G. Gibbs officiating.  Entombment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is helping the family.

Dick was born on October 7, 1945, in Springbrook, Iowa, son of Urban and Algean (Feltes) Jacobs.

Dick graduated from Marquette High School, Class of 1963.  After high school, Dick went on to honorably serve his country with the U.S. Navy during Vietnam.  He was united in marriage to Judith Kohl Jaeger on November 15, 1969.  They melded their families together, and have been blessed with almost 51 wonderful years together.  Dick was employed as a building specialist with U.S. West Phone Company for 32 years, until his well earned retirement.  His faith was very important to him and he was a long time member of the Church of the Resurrection, the Knights of Columbus and the Catholic Order of Foresters for over 30 years.  When he found some free time in his days, Dick liked to spend time with the family at the cottage in Waupeton, and was always up for going fishing.  He also enjoyed spending time at the bowling lanes working on a perfect 300 game.  We are deeply saddened at losing our wonderful husband, dad, grandpa and great-grandpa.  We will miss you more than words can express and are grateful for all the memories we have to cherish forever.

Those left to cherish Dick’s memory include

his loving wife,
Judy Jacobs, Dubuque, IA;

his children,
Kenneth “Ken” Jaeger, Dubuque, IA,
Laura Kruser, Dubuque, IA,
Linda (Roger) McClain, Hillsdale, MI,
Annice Parkin, Peosta, IA,
June Cupps, Peosta, IA,
Richard “Rick” Jacobs Jr., Dubuque, IA
and William “Bill” Jacobs, Dubuque, IA;

his 16 grandchildren;

his 27 great-grandchildren;

and his sister-in-law,
Nancy Jacobs, Springbrook, IA.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Arnold “Buddy” Jaeger III; a granddaughter, Faith Kirkpatrick; a sister, Lorraine (Delbert) Hansen; a brother, Marvin Jacobs; and 2 sons-in-law, Sam Parkin and Tim “Weasel” Cupps.

Dick’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff of Finley Hospital, for their kindness and compassion during these difficult times.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among his favorite charities and may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Richard Jacobs Sr. Family.

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

Stevin E. Hudrlik

Stevin E. “Hooder” Hudrlik, 65, of Andrew, Iowa, passed away suddenly on October 28, 2020, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A public graveside service and burial celebrating Stevin’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at St. John’s Cemetery, Andrew, Iowa.  A public visitation will take place from 4 to 7 P.M. on Monday, November 2, 2020, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.

Masks are required and it is recommended to practice social distancing guidelines due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Stevin Edward Hudrlik was born on January 28, 1955 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Edward Alan and Rae Ona (Batey) Hudrlik.  He was a 1973 graduate of Andrew High School.  He married Mary Lou Deppe on June 16, 1979 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Andrew, Iowa.  Three children were born to this union, Stevie, Denver and Audra.

Steve grew up in a musical family, playing bass guitar with his father and brothers in Big Ed and the Road Runners.  He played in several other bands following this, including Russ and the Hooders which was a local favorite.

Steve had worked as an over-the-road semi truck driver and mechanic the majority of his life.  He made friends wherever he traveled and always had a good joke to tell.  He would always lend a helping hand no matter if you were a neighbor, friend or stranger.  If you heard a train horn coming down Highway 61 or through Maquoketa or Andrew, you knew that Hooder was home.  As an owner-operator truck driver for Long Haul Trucking since 1995, he loved driving Peterbilt’s and was proud to fly the American flag and sing the National Anthem.  He tried a go at Stock Car racing, but with only one feature win at the Jackson County Speedway, he knew NASCAR would not be his calling!  More recently, he joined the Coronado Car Club and liked showing off his 1979 Lincoln.  Steve also enjoyed playing Scrabble, coffee with the boys, and spending time with his family and friends.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Mary Lou Hudrlik of Andrew, IA; children, Stevie (Jeremy) Veach of Bellevue, IA, Denver (Brook) Hudrlik of Maquoketa, IA, and Audra (Brett) Kilburg of Pagosa Springs, CO; 4 grandchildren, Landon, Rowan, Chase and Owen; sisters, Rue Lain (Ron) Storlie of Davenport, IA and Deona (Tom) Casel of Andrew, IA; and brothers, Kevin Hudrlik of Maquoketa, IA, and Marty (Mary) Hudrlik of Maquoketa, IA.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made in Stevin’s honor to the Andrew First Responders.

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

Richard L. Graham Sr.

Richard L. Graham Sr., 92, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday afternoon, October 16, 2020, at Genesis Medical Center, East Campus from complications of COVID 19.

A celebration of his life is pending and will be announced at a later date. A private family graveside service and burial will be held at Rock Island National Cemetery, Rock Island, Illinois. Cremation rites have been accorded. There is no public visitation. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Richard Lee Graham Sr. was born on October 16, 1928 in Michigan City, Indiana, to Clyde and Ida (McConnell) Graham. He grew up and attended school in Peru, Indiana. He served three terms in the military with the U.S. Army earning an honorable discharge. He married Cathy Goerg on May 12, 1986 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Upon returning to Indiana following his military service, Richard worked for a steel mill before moving to Iowa in 1982. He then worked in the janitorial department at WALMART and later McDonald’s in Maquoketa, prior to retirement.

Richard was a former longtime member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Club in Maquoketa, and a lifetime member of both the Maquoketa American Legion Post #75, and the Maquoketa VFW Post #3633 O’Connor-Regenwether. He was an avid bowler for many years and loved playing Bingo.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Cathy Graham of Maquoketa, IA; children, Tina (Tom Rorah) Melow of Maquoketa, IA, Roberta “Robi” (Arnold) Brewer of Maquoketa, IA, and Richard (Hannah) Graham Jr. of Lost Nation, IA; an adopted son, Sam (Heather) Logan-Graham of Canada; grandchildren Jeremy, Latasha, Tanner, William, Daniel, Colton, Evan, Carley, Braxton, and Braylynn; and great-grandchildren Makail, Merlin, and Rebel.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers, 4 sisters, and 2 adopted children Robert Logan-Graham and James Logan-Graham.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Richard L. Graham memorial fund has been established.

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

Anna M. Brown

Anna Mae Brown, 88, of Dubuque, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2020, at Ennoble Manor.

Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 1, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque. Services will be held at 5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home, and will be live-streamed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home Facebook page. Private interment will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

Anna was born May 10, 1932 in East Dubuque, IL, the daughter of Matthew J. and Stella F. (Klein) Timmerman.

Anna was the manager of the shoe department at Woolworth’s for 14 years, and then was employed in sales at Electrolux for 13 years. She was a devoted homemaker and she cherished her two granddaughters. A hard worker, she continued to work part-time until she was 80 years old.

Anna was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where she sang in the choir. She also enjoyed country line dancing.

Anna is survived by her children, William Wissing, of Dubuque, James (Carol) Wissing of Hazel Green, WI,  and Terrance Brown of Dubuque; two granddaughters, Shelby and Ashley Wissing; one sister,  Lucille Speller of Ruskin, FL; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Sandra Lee Wissing; one son, Ronald Wissing, two sisters, Florence Reiger and Rosalyn Anderson; one step-sister, Imelda Eberlein; and two brothers, Eugene and John Matthew Timmerman.

Anna’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Ennoble Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for their care and compassion given to Anna.

Mildred G. Finzel

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

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

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

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

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

Those left to cherish Millie’s memory include

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

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

her 4 step-great grandchildren;

her 3 step great great-grandchildren;

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

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

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

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

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

Barbara Loney Kapparos Soley

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

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

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

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

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

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

In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of Dubuque.

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

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

Lois M. Belken

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gary L. Rahe

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Bruce D. Niehaus

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

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

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

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

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

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

Michael J. Kalb

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

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

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

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

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

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

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