Obituaries Archive

Kelly L. White

Kelly Lynn White, 42, of Redmond, Washington, and formerly of the Maquoketa area, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, at EvergreenHealth in King, Washington.

A private family visitation celebrating Kelly’s life will be held on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation.

Kelly Lynn White was born on November 24, 1977 in Iowa City, Iowa, to Kerry Dean and Ruth Ann (Kinkaid) White. She received her GED and later her Certified Nurses Training. She married Robert Arnold at Eden Valley and to this union one child was born, Summer.

Kelly was a free spirit who loved to travel with her favorite color being purple. She was full of life and would light up a room the minute she arrived. She impacted everyone she met and would do anything for anyone even when she had nothing.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Justin White of TX, Bridgit Roark of Silvis, IL, and Summer Arnold of Maquoketa, IA; her parents, Kerry Dean and Ruth Ann White of Maquoketa, IA; siblings, Jason White, Laura White, Brenda Mills, Barry Duncan, Bryan Duncan, Allen Hicks, Eddie White, Violet Cardenas, and Kerry Dean White Jr.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the family.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of condolence or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

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Rita (Ries) Putman

Rita (Ries) Putman, 67, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Due to the Covid-19 and limitations on social gatherings, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Local arrangements are entrusted to Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.

Rita was born September 7, 1952, the daughter of Melvin “Doc” and Kathleen “Katie” (Rubel) Ries. She married Steven C. Putman on June 16, 1973, he passed on February 12, 2017.

Rita worked at Flexsteel for 34 years and then 10 years at Bellevue Community Schools. She also enjoyed working at Horizon Lanes for many years.

Rita was devoted to her children and grandchildren and enjoyed attending all their activities. She also enjoyed gardening, bowling, playing cards with friends and family, and watching Iowa Hawkeye sports. One of Rita’s true loves was going with her late husband Steve to the Dubuque Casinos for an afternoon of fun. Rita was a hard worker, a great athlete in her younger years, and always had to stay busy.

Rita was best known for her infectious smile that seemed to brighten the day of all. A person that never once complained about any hardships, but instead would go out of her way to help others. She was always one that encouraged all to do their best, work hard and to enjoy each day to the fullest. Rita was truly the cornerstone of the family and made sure that her children were raised with love along with supporting them in all their activities. Years later, that same devotion and support would be carried over to her grandchildren. She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Craig (Tessa) Putman of Bellevue, Jodi (Mike) Meadows of DeWitt, and Rod (Jessica) Putman of DeWitt; 8 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; siblings, Ron (Patricia) Ries, Becky (Kevin) Hurlburt, Roxey (Doug) Kueter, and Randy (Linda) Ries; sisters and brothers in-law, Barb Ries, David (Cindy) Putman, Larry (Ruth) Putman, Richard (Sharon DeWitt) Meyer, Willard (Norma) Meyer, Cheryl Budde and Connie (Pete) Anderson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Rita was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; siblings, Bob Ries, Ruth (Larry) Weimerskirk, Rosalie (Art) Ploessl.

Thoughts and condolences may be sent to Hachmann Funeral Home c/o of Rita Putman Family at 100 N. 6th St. Bellevue, IA 52031. The family encourages all memorials to be directed to Hospice of Jackson County in Rita’s memory.

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

Red Sabers

Red (Edwin) Sabers age 99, left this world on May 1, surrounded by his loving family at Ennoble Manor, Dubuque, Iowa.  A Rite of Christian Burial will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded.  Due to state and local guidelines regarding COVID-19, there will be no public services.  The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory is entrusted with arrangements.

Red was born October 10, 1920 in New Vienna, to Anton and Adelheid (Lies) Sabers. He graduated from Holy Ghost Elementary School and Loras Academy. Red married Rosie Stieber  on October 11, 1941 at Holy Ghost Church and they were married for 51 great years. Red and Rosie had their son Ron, and soon after Red joined the U.S. Navy to fight in World War II.

Red was assigned to the “USS LIPAN”, a small 70 ft. tugboat. He traveled to the far east on the Lipan to fight the Japanese, and encountered a “kamikaze pilot” which was seconds away from destroying Red’s vessel and killing everyone on board when a fellow sailor shot the plane out of the air just before impact. Red’s log said the top speed of the vessel was 7 miles per hour and there journey to Japan and back to the United States was over 19, 000 miles. What a price Red and his generation of fellow veterans paid for all the freedoms we enjoy today!

Red was an exceptional athlete, participating in boxing, speed skating, golf, football, and fast pitch softball, and is in the softball Hall of Fame. He was a renowned boxer and had numerous amateur victories, including being a Golden Gloves champion. Perhaps his biggest victory was when he was chosen to represent the United States as a welterweight (145 lbs) and fight the best fighters from Ireland. The fight was held at Soldier Field in Chicago in front of over 35, 000 fans, and again Red was victorious.

He loved his family and for many years worked full time during the day and part time at Dubuque Packing Company at night to provide a great life for his Rosie and their 7 children.

Red worked at A.Y. McDonald Mfg. and at Zephyr Aluminum Products for most of his adult life. He loved the Chicago Cubs, Bears, and Notre Dame football! He also really enjoyed the American Legion and the many euchre games he played there over the years.

Surviving are his children, Renee (Bob Duehr) Edminster, Rochelle (Pat) Fury, Roma (Dennis) Elgin, Rick (Jan) Sabers; and daughters in law, Elaine, Vernae, and Kris; and son in law, Rick Goodin; grandchildren, Stephanie, Shanna, Jenny, Tawni, Paul, Mark, Angie, Marie, Jade, Alison, Andrew, Caitlin, Troy, Keisha, Kelsey, and Austin.

Red was preceded in death by his wife, Rosie; his parents; two sons, Ron and Ramon; daughter Roxanne Goodin; and brothers Don and Jim (both WWII veterans).

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Sunset Park and Ennoble Manor for their care and support.

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

Ryan W. Eichhorn

Ryan W. “Ike” Eichhorn, 42, of Cedar Rapids, and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at home.

A private family graveside service and burial celebrating his life will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at Monmouth, Iowa Cemetery.  A private family visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  A public celebration of life gathering will be announced at a future date.

Ryan William Eichhorn was born on July 26, 1977 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Dennis and Joy (Reed) Eichhorn.  He was a 1995 graduate of Maquoketa Community High School and then received a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services from Mount St. Clare College and later a Master’s Degree from Ashford University.  Ryan had worked as a supervisor at TransAmerica in Cedar Rapids for the past several years.

“Ike” enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad and brothers.  He loved baseball and football and was an avid Chicago Cubs, Chicago Bears and Iowa Hawkeyes fan.  Additionally, he enjoyed golfing and loved watching his daughters play volleyball.

Those left to honor his memory include his daughters, Olivia Eichhorn of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Lilianna Eichhorn of Cedar Rapids, IA; his parents, Dennis and Joy Eichhorn of Maquoketa, IA; his paternal grandmother, Luella Eichhorn of Anamosa, IA; brothers, Eric (Erica) Eichhorn of North Liberty, IA, and Adam (Andrea) Eichhorn of Marietta, OH; nephews, Henry, Gus and William; niece, Areana; his dog Wyatt; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Bill and Betty Reed, paternal grandfather Richard Eichhorn, and a niece Madeline.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Ryan W. “Ike” Eichhorn memorial fund has been established.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of condolence or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Donald R. Kohl

Donald Raymond Kohl, 60, of Bellevue, Iowa passed away on April 30th, 2020 at home.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Don was born on January 11, 1960 in Iowa City, Iowa the son of Richard E. “Dick” Kohl Sr. and Judith A. Nelson. He married Kelly Oglesby on July 12, 1984 in Asbury, Iowa.

He worked as a mechanic at KC’s Downtown Auto. Don enjoyed working on his Pontiac LeMans, fishing and spending time with his family.

Don is survived by his wife Kelly Kohl, of Dubuque; his son Travis Brokus, of Dubuque; four daughters Amber Kohl of Bellevue, Andrea (Nicholas) Lange, of Bellevue, Alyssa (Chad) Millard, of Zwingle, and Akayla Kohl, of Dubuque. He is also survived by four brothers Bruce Peterson, Richard Kohl, Jeffrey Kohl, and Dallas Kohl and ten grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Robert “Chucky” Kohl and Larry “Kimberly” Kohl.

The family would like to thank Dr. Cao, Dr. Givens, Hospice of Dubuque especially Tammie and to Mill Valley Care Center for all the care, kindness and compassion they gave to Don.

Stella M. Psihoyos

Stella (Evrediki) “Dikki” M. Psihoyos, 94, of Dubuque died Thursday, April 30, 2020.  In keeping with the current restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a private service will be held at St. Elias the Prophet Greek Orthodox Church, Dubuque with the Reverend George Pyle officiating. The service will be live streamed on

https://facebook.com/events/s/dikki-psihoyos-funeral/232379758047048/?ti=icl

Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Stella was born August 16, 1925 in Dubuque, IA, daughter of Greek immigrants, Charles K. and Mary A. (Antonopoulos) Petrakis.  She was one of 5 children of a family that traced its Greek heritage to the villages of Koniditsa on her father’s side and Vroulia (modern name: Sellasia) on her mother’s side, both in the prefecture of Lakonias.

Stella (Dikki) grew up above the family owned Busy Bee Cafe in downtown Dubuque.  She along with her siblings all worked in the cafe. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and attended Bayless Business College in Dubuque.   She married Nick Psihoyos (Psichogios), (Sellasia, Greece) on November 23, 1952 at St Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Waterloo, IA.   After Nick’s tragic death in 1965 she worked for Brown Publishing, all while she owned and managed the Charlie Petrakis Apartments and raised her beloved sons Gus and Louie.  She was a founding member of St Elias Greek Orthodox Church (named after her brother, Louie) and a member of the Philoptochos Society.  She volunteered her time and talent at St Elias, making food and pastries for festivals, singing in the choir and attending services faithfully.   She loved spending time with her sisters, nieces and nephews and her grandsons. She was there whenever anyone needed her and was commonly referred to as “Saint Stella” because of her kind, caring and gentle nature, never uttering an unkind phrase towards anyone.

She is survived by her children, Gus (Mary Rose Corrigan) Psihoyos of Dubuque and Louie Psihoyos of Sausalito, CA; grandchildren, Nicolas and Louie of Iowa City and Dubuque; Nico of Antigua and Sam (Viki)  of San Francisco, CA.

She is also preceded in death by: siblings: brothers Louie C. Petrakis, Gus “Deno” C. Petrakis and his wife Margot J (Mathey), sisters Evelyn “Keo” M. Dissell and her husband Edward B., and Helen M. Angelos.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St Elias Greek Orthodox Church or the Ocean Preservation Society https://www.opsociety.org/donate/

John C. Schroeder

John C. Schroeder, 73, of Dubuque passed away suddenly, on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at MercyOne Dubuque.

Our dear dad, grandpa and brother deserves a beautiful tribute. However, in this unknown time with the COVID-19 pandemic, having a public visitation is not possible. Please be with us in prayer. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church at a later date.  Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

John was born August 18, 1946 in Dubuque, son of Sam and Marie (Coakley) Schroeder.  He married Ann Wiezorek on November 9, 1968 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church.  He was employed with the Sheet Metal Union and retired after 30+ years.  He then worked for United Clinical Labs as a courier.

John loved the outdoors.  His favorite things included fishing trips with friends and family, golfing, deer camp at Eddie’s, horseshoes with the guys, Euchre and Cribbage, reading a good book, and stopping by Buddy’s for a cold one. John and Ann took many trips to attend family events all over the country and never turned down an invitation to a party or celebration.  He enjoyed going to Chicago to visit with Bob and Greg and their friends. He took great pride in his grandchildren, and attended many football, baseball, and basketball games to watch Austin and Nolan play over the years. Grandpa Schroeder could always be heard yelling out tips and encouragement from the sidelines.  He supported Lillian at all of her dance recitals and was a good TicTok dancer for her productions, too. Corbin could definitely keep him on his toes during a game of Uno!  John always looked forward to attending the Jackson County Pro Rodeo with Gavin and Coy and making trips to Bellevue to visit Ron, Lisa, and the boys. John loved to share his love of fishing and hunting with his son and grandsons. He thought the world of his boys and their families. John was especially grateful for the care Jon and Natalie provided since the passing of Ann and he never passed up an opportunity to tell you how much he missed his love.  We find solace in knowing that he doesn’t have to miss her anymore.

He is survived by three sons, Bob (Greg Lyons) of Chicago, IL, Ron (Lisa) of Bellevue, IA and their sons Gavin and Coy, and Jon (Natalie) of Peosta, IA and their children, Austin, Nolan, Lillian and Corbin; brother Paul (Elyn) Schroeder; brothers-in-law, Bob (Chris) Wiezorek, Ken (Sue) Wiezorek, David (Peggy) Wiezorek, Billy (Carolyn) Wiezorek; sister-in-law Patty Wiezorek; and many nieces, nephews and godchildren.

He was preceded in death by Ann, his parents, a brother, Duane Russow, sister Mary Jane Lucas, sister-in-law Marion Russow, brother-in-law Mike Wiezorek, and father and mother-in-law Bob and Bernice Wiezorek.

We will never forget you, Dad.  Give mom a hug from all of us, until we meet again.  We love you!

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 John’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Sr. Mary L. Stokes

Sister Mary L. Stokes, BVM (Charlotte), 98, of 1050 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at Marian Hall.

The Funeral Rite of Committal will be Wednesday, May 6, 2020, in the Marian Hall Chapel. Burial is in the Mount Carmel cemetery. The Sharing of Memories and a Mass celebrated in her memory will be held at a later date.

Sister Mary ministered as a foreign language instructor at Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa. She was a secondary teacher in Des Moines, Iowa; San Francisco; Lincoln, Neb.; Boulder, Colo.; and St. Paul, Minn., where she also served as a hospital admissions interviewer, word processor, and data entry operator.

She was born in Chicago on Dec. 26, 1921, to Daniel and Margaret Moloney Stokes. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1944, from St. Brendan Parish, Chicago. She professed first vows on March 19, 1947, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1952.

She is preceded in death by her parents; a brother Daniel Stokes; and sisters Catherine Hourigan and Geraldine Stokes. She is survived by a niece, a nephew, and the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, with whom she shared life for 75 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM Support Fund, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at https://www.bvmsisters.org/support_donate.cfm.

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, Iowa 52002 is in charge of arrangements.

Burton B. Sessions

Burton Baird Sessions of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on April 24, 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque.

Private family service and burial will be held on Friday, May 8th, 2020 at Mueller Chapel, Linwood Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Baird, a great-great grandson of John Burton, an early settler of Dubuque County in the 1830’s, was born on June 29, 1954, in Dubuque to John A. Sessions and Virginia Wallis Sessions.

Baird was a graduate of Hempstead High School and attended the University of Dubuque.  He was employed for many years at Riley Auto Sales, AIH Chrome, and most recently, after retirement, at the Dubuque Driving Range. He loved the game of golf and the Saturday morning Dubuque Farmer’s Market adventures with his good friend Jerry Mohr.  In his younger years, he bowled, played tennis, and purchased muscle cars!  He was a founding member of the Custom Riders of Dubuque who rode throughout Iowa for various charities.

Baird gave so much love to his family and many friends and received their love in return.  From son John Francis:  “We’ve been through so much together. You always knew when I needed a friend or a father’s love.  I was and will always be so proud that you were my dad”.  As close friend, Mark Noble, stated:  “We are all better off having known this wonderful man.  He has had a positive impact on many lives”. Niece Christine stated:  “He was the cool uncle with the cool cars and great parties”. His sister, Barb, always teased him about his Sessions’ lineage being traced back to Charlemagne thru the Kings of England, William the Conqueror as well as thru the Kings of France, and obviously, she has had the last say on that subject. And there you have it, this was Baird.

Baird is preceded in death by his parents and his beloved, daughter, Nicole Marie.

Baird is survived by his wife and best friend: Carol Lee Jellison; Son:  John Francis (Libbi); Grandchildren: Alec John, Jovi Nicole, Gracelyn Marie, and Gabriella Hope.  Step-children:  Leah (Alex) Kirkpatrick and Lucas Galle.  Sisters:  Annette Sessions Lock and Barbara Wallis Sessions.  Nieces:  Christine Sessions Schejbal, Laurel Wallis Vlasek, and Jennifer Burton Lock who have always said he was their “Prince Charming”.

Online condolences for the family may be submitted at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

Due to the wonderful care provided and personal caring by the doctors and the nursing staff, the family would like any memorials to be given to:

Mercy One Dubuque Foundation, Covid-19 Response Fund
Mercy Hospital, 250 Mercy Drive, Dubuque, Iowa 52001

Timothy M. Healy

Tim was born on February 15, 1952, and entered eternal life on Sunday, April 26, 2020. His spirit is carried on by his three children, John, Elissa, and Nick; seven grandchildren, Jackson, Jay, Benjamin, George, Maya, Lucas, and Sadie; six surviving siblings, Mary, Pat, Bitty, Danny, Terry, and Mike; and an extended family of relations and friends from every walk of life.

We were blessed to experience many happy times with Tim during his 68 years on this earth. Among them: his spot-on Godfather impression, his infectious smile and beautiful roaring laughter, his love of The Honeymooners, and his renditions of Beatles songs, always sung in perfect pitch with a whoop whoop whoop toodaloo.

We were also blessed to learn many valuable lessons from Tim, including: Don’t follow trends, set them. The Cubs and the Packers are worth the heartbreak. Always help others out of kindness. And, most importantly, genuinely love your people with your whole heart.

Tim is reunited with his beloved mother and father, Bonnie and Bob, three sisters, Linda, Sherry, and Kathy, and his niece, Abby. We know they are together singing in peace and happiness, waiting until we join them again one day.

Tim was so very loved and will be missed every day, especially by his children and brothers and sisters. Friends can visit with Tim’s family at his “Celebration of Life,” which will be announced later (because Tim knew how to make an exit and decided on a pandemic for his).

In Tim’s memory, donations may be made to The Abby Lynn Memorial or any charity that seeks to assist in the recovery of substance and alcohol abuse.

Special thanks to Tim’s sister, our wonderful Aunt Bitty, who, throughout Tim’s life, was a constant source of strength, love, and support.

“And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.” – Lennon and McCartney

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

Janice M. Lochner

Janice M. “Jan” Lochner, 72, of Asbury, died Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at home.

Graveside services will be held at 11am, Monday, May 4 at St. John Cemetery, Centralia. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is assisting the family.

Jan was born on September 16, 1947 in Dubuque, the daughter of Norbert and Mildred (Koetz) Finzel. She married Allen A. Lochner on May 25, 1968 at St. Raphael Cathedral in Dubuque.

Jan was a hardworking farm wife and a wonderful homemaker for many years. She was a 4-H Leader, a member of the National Ayrshire Breeders Association, Dubuque County Dairy Promotion and Tri- County Sheep Producers.

Surviving are her children, Christa Knapp, of Dubuque, Martina (Chris) Willey of Allerton, IA, Jenifer (Bill) Lewis, of Onslow, IA and Jay Michael (Steph) Lochner, of Olin, IA; grandchildren, Clay, Sam, Grace, Carlen, Riley and Riana; four step grandchildren; three step- great- grandchildren; mother, Mildred Finzel; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Janice (Dick) Markus, Ruth (Mike) Hubbard, and Doris (David) Hoffmann.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen; father, Norbert Finzel; and father and mother-in-law, Norbert and Geraldine (Huilman) Lochner.

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

Ronald F. Richeson

Ronald F. Richeson, beloved husband, father and papa passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2020 peacefully at home.

Private family services will be held at a later date. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is assisting the family.

Ronald was born in Dubuque, Iowa on September 19, 1941. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, Class of 1959. Soon after graduation he joined the United States Marine Corps at the age of 17. He served honorably from 1959- 1963.

On August 17, 1963 Ronald married Margo Zimmerman and they were happily married for 56 years. During these years they raised three children and enjoyed six grandchildren.

Ronald was employed by John Deere for 30 years as a machine operator. Retirement was full of enjoyment. He loved taking care of his yard and writing movie reviews for the TH and Golden View. Winter months in warm places was a must, so much to see and do. Vacations over the years always included a city with a Major League Baseball team so that a game could be enjoyed.

But more than anything he loved his family. He was a wonderful husband, proud father, and doting papa. A loyal friend who will be missed by all who knew him.

Ron is survived by his wife, Margo; his daughters, Lisa (Thomas) Gilbertson and Laura (Roger) Brandel; his son, Daniel (Cathy) Richeson; six grandchildren, Cory (Melanie) Gilbertson, Mitchell Gilbertson, Hope Gilbertson, Hannah (fiancé Jason) Brandel, Tessa Brandel and Jenna Brandel.

Ronald’s family would like to extend a sincere thank you to Dr. Jennifer Burds and Dr. Tauseef Khan for their kindness and care over the years.

Rev. Monsignor John Robert McClean

Rev. Monsignor John Robert McClean, 87, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, April 28, 2020, at UnityPoint Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Msgr. McClean deserves a beautiful tribute. However, in this unknown time with the COVID-19 pandemic, having a public visitation is not possible. Please be with us in prayer.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Msgr. McClean will be Saturday, May 2, 2020, at Church of the Resurrection celebrated by Archbishop Michael Jackels and priests of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fillmore, Iowa. The Mass will be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s FaceBook page and will also be available following Mass on www.hskfhcares.com.

Born May 13, 1932 at the family farm home in Dubuque County, Bernard, Iowa, he was the son of Vincent and Lorraine (Barrett) McClean. He attended elementary school at Sacred Heart of Fillmore and secondary at St. Martin’s of Cascade. He survived polio during his senior year of high school. He graduated from Loras College in 1953 and studied Theology at St. Bernard’s Provincial Seminary in Dubuque. He also received graduate degrees from Loras College and Iowa State University.

In 1957, he was one of 19 men ordained for the Archdiocese of Dubuque. He served in parish assignments at St. Joseph’s, New Hampton; St. Anthony, Dubuque; faculty member at Wahlert High School; Principal of Notre Dame High of Cresco and Newman High of Mason City. He served as pastor at St. Agnes of Plymouth Rock, Sacred Heart of Waterloo, St. Joseph of Marion, St. Isidore of Springville, St. Mary of Guttenberg, and Immaculate Conception of North Buena Vista. He also served as Archdiocesan Consultor from 1980-1992 and served on the National Advisory Committee to the United States Bishops from 1987-1991. He was State Chaplain of the Iowa Catholic Order of Foresters from 1983-1987. In 1987, he was named a Monsignor by Pope John Paul II. After retiring in 2002, Msgr. McClean served ten years as a preacher for the Christian Foundation for Children and Aging. In retirement, he also served as chaplain on cruise ships.

Msgr. McClean found recreation in racket ball, reading, and golfing with the Red Shirts Organization of Dubuque. He enjoyed his Irish heritage and visited the McClean members in Ireland on eight different occasions.

He is survived by his brother, Raymond McClean; sister-in-law, Sally McClean; his nephews, Patrick McClean, Brennan McClean, Barrett McClean, Michael McClean, Hugh McClean, and John McClean; and his nieces, Colleen Peck, Monique Topelmann, and Edee Hart.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Joseph McClean and his wife, Virginia, and Philip McClean, one sister-in-law, Virginia McClean, and one niece, Rachel.

Memorials will be distributed to Msgr. McClean’s favorite charities. Memorials may be mailed to Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Rd. Dubuque, IA 52002.

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

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

Bonnie K. Lopp

Bonnie K. Lopp, 72, of Scales Mound, IL, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2020 at Midwest Medical Center in Galena, IL surrounded by her family.

Private family funeral services and burial will be held at the Scales Mound Twp. Cemetery. The Miller & Steinke Funeral Home of Scales Mound is in charge of arrangements.

A celebration of Bonnie’s life will be held at a later date to be announced.

Bonnie was born on June 30, 1947 in Freeport, IL, the daughter of Carl Otto and Veda Willamena Ida (Hess) Heidenreich. They lived in Apple River, IL.

Bonnie and Jerry Lopp met at the Warren Fair in 1960. They dated for two years and were married on September 2, 1962 in Scales Mound at the United Methodist Church. To this union three daughters were born, Penny, Becky and Jami. They were married for 55 years until Jerry’s death on May 11, 2018.

Bonnie went to work at Micro Switch in Warren and then to Galena. She worked there for 29 years and retired as a supervisor in 2001.  Her husband Jerry also retired in 2001 and they bought the “North Side” tavern in Scales Mound. They called it “Pop-A-Tops”.  Jerry, Bonnie and their daughters and granddaughters ran the bar for 13 years, retiring in 2013.

Bonnie loved to cook and bake. She also loved spending time with all of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved tending to her flowers and watching the hummingbirds.

Surviving are her daughters, Penny Bailey of Maquoketa, IA, Becky (Daren) Reitz and Jami Lopp both of Scales Mound; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; her brother, Glen (Judy) Heidenreich of Rockton, IL; sisters-in-law, Karyl Schumann of Elizabeth, IL, Judy (Harold) Glasson of Galena, IL, and Susie (Dennis) Vondran of Scales Mound, brothers-in-law, John (Patty) of Fort Collins, CO, and Robert of Scales Mound, IL; and many nieces and nephews.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Veda; her husband, Jerry Lopp; brothers, Eldie and Clarence, sisters, Edna, Maxine, and Carol Joyce; brothers-in-law, Eugene, James and Lloyd Lopp, Ed Schumann and Tom Crabb, and by her son-in-law, Brian “Squirrel” Busker.

Bonnie’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Midwest Medical Center and especially Dr. Greg Vandigo for their care and wonderful compassion.  Also to Pat and Shelia Ohms at the Country House Grocery for everything.

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