Obituaries Archive

Charles William Yager

Charles William “Bill” Yager, 77, of Dubuque, died Sunday, August 23, 2020, at his home after a courageous battle against cancer for over the last 10 years.

Visitation will be from 5 PM until 7 PM Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Road. Please respect our current social distancing requirements and the Dubuque city mask ordinance. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Bill’s family. The Funeral Service for Bill will be 10 AM Wednesday, August 26 at Grace United Methodist Church, 318 N. Center St. in Geneseo, IL, with Rev. Thomas C. Shinkle officiating. Family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Geneseo. 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.

Bill was born March 9, 1943, in Geneseo, IL, the son of Willis Charles and Ethel Florence McKibbon Yager. If you were a Yager, you knew him by Tad. On November 13, 1971, he married Barbara Ann Reisch in Dubuque.

He was a graduate of Geneseo High School. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Iowa Wesleyan College.

He retired from Case International where he worked in sales management.

He was an active member of Grand View United Methodist Church in Dubuque, where he volunteered on a regular basis. Bill enjoyed hit & miss engines, farming, breakfast with the men’s church group, joking around, and spending time with his family and friends. He was also a proud Republican.

Survivors include his wife, Barb; two daughters, Sarah (Bradley) VanZee of Farmington, MO, and Stephanie Yager of Dubuque; two grandsons, Arie VanZee, and Elias VanZee; one brother, Alan (Connie) Yager of Geneseo, IL; one sister, Kathryn Brown of Chicago, IL; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a stillborn daughter, Lisa Marie and brother-in-law, Russell Brown.

Memorials have been established for Alzheimer’s Association and American Cancer Society.

The family thanks all of his doctors, nurses, Hospice of Dubuque and his family and friends for their continued support.

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 Bill’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Eileen H. White

Eileen H. (Stierman) White, age 92, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away peacefully at 4:30 pm, on Friday, August 21, 2020, at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Eileen’s life, private gatherings of friends and family will be held.  Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens at a later date following cremation.

Eileen was born on October 5, 1927, in Canova, SD, daughter of Fred and Agnes (Gassman) Stierman who moved to Dubuque with their children during the Dust Bowl period of the 1930’s.

Eileen attended school at Dubuque Senior High School.

She was united in marriage to the love of her life, M.K. “Mike” White, on September 9, 1950, at Holy Ghost Church in Dubuque. They were blessed with 5 children and 54 wonderful years together until Mike passed away on April 25, 2005.

Eileen was employed at Dubuque Battery Factory during the war years following high school.  Then, after full-time caring of 5 children into their school-age years, she returned to the work force at Janlin Plastics until the company relocated to Mt Horeb, WI.

In her free time, Eileen could be found in the yard weeding and mowing grass, planting and transplanting flowers and shrubs, and filling bird feeders.  She loved to sit in her patio swing which was strategically placed right next to the house in a spot where she could watch her birds feeding and enjoy the hummingbirds zooming by.  Her “pet” squirrel Alvin was always front and center waiting anxiously for his daily snack.  She began every morning with the daily newspaper and a fresh cup of coffee at her kitchen table, looking out the patio door to her expansive back lawn that abuts the wooden portion of her 7+ acre lot.  From there she would watch the deer, wild turkey and other critters of the wild meander along the open spaces.  Mom was truly a city gal gone country!  And in the evening she would watch the most beautiful sunsets the Midwest can offer from the same kitchen location.  Her favorite place to be was with her family, quality time spoke love to her.  If you said “want to go”, she was in the car before you could say where you were going.  She would often reflect on her trips with her best friends, Roger and Karen.  Making the trip to see her son and daughter-in-law in Turkey at age 88 and shopping at the Grand Bazaar, was a highlight of her travels.

Born catholic, Mom surrendered and gave her heart to Jesus on New Years Eve 1995 and never looked back.  She later became a member of Word of Life Church.  Mom thanked the Lord every day for her family and her health.  We’re sure she has one more “favorite” activity now, dancing in Heaven with her Savior.

Those left to cherish Eileen’s memory include

her 5 children,
Rick (Sue) White, Peosta, IA,
Dennis White, Dubuque, IA,
Ron (Margie) White, Dubuque, IA,
Don (Diane) White, Istanbul, Turkey
and Cheri Thilmany, East Dubuque IL;

her 5 grandchildren,
Brian (Shelby) White, Peosta, IA,
Craig White, Highlands Ranch, CO,
Kristy (Nick) Duran, Abbotsford, BC Canada,
Dan (Andrea)White, Morgantown, WV
and Autumn Bennett, Pella, IA;

her 6 great-grandchildren,
Allison and Tyler White, Lauren Harrison, Gavin White, Isabel and Melania Duran and Everly White;

her brother,
Dale Stierman, Dubuque, IA;

2 sisters-in-law,
Louise Stierman, Dearborn Heights, MI
and Pat Kent, Winslow, IL;

and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews – all of which Eileen constantly stayed in touch with as the “great communicator” matriarch of the Stierman and White/Kent family trees.

Eileen was preceded in death by her husband “Mike”; parents, Fred and Agnes; her brothers and sister-in-laws, Eldon (Marge) Stierman, Clyde (Marie) Stierman, Roy (Barbara) Stierman, Claire “Red” Stierman, Cyril Stierman, Virginia “Ginny” Stierman and Beverly Stierman; and her in-laws, Eldena (Francis) Kent-Butler, Eldon Kent and Wilfred (Lela) White.

Thank you to the doctors, nurses and chaplain Claudia, at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital for the quality and compassionate care they provided Eileen in her final days.  Special thank you to Phil Holsten who was more like a son than a great neighbor to Eileen and special thanks to all her Galena Estates friends and neighbors for  their loving and thoughtful support of her.

Memorials will be accepted by the family and may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Eileen White Family, which will be distributed among Eileen’s favorite charities.

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

Jeremy Theisen

Jeremy Theisen, 45, of Bellevue, passed away on Wednesday. August 19, 2020.  Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Monday, August 24, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Family will greet friends 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Sunday, August 23, 2020 also at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

The family requests everyone to wear golf attire at the visitation and funeral mass in Jeremy’s memory.

Local arrangements entrusted to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue.

Funeral Mass will be live streamed on the St. Joseph Bellevue – Sts. Peter & Paul Springbrook Facebook page, on their You Tube Channel and on Bellevue Cable TV.

It is required to utilize masks during the visitation at the church and at the funeral mass due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

A memorial fund has been established in Jeremy’s memory, memorials and condolences may be mailed to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service  100 N. 6th St. Bellevue, IA  52031 if you are unable to attend services c/o Jeremy Theisen Family.

Jeremy’s family asks everyone to sign the online guestbook and leave a condolence at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com.

Jeremy was born March 27, 1975, the son of Jerry and Karen (Junk) Theisen.  He graduated from Bellevue Public High School in 1993.  Jeremy then graduated from Loras College.  He married Jenny Helbing on in the fall of 1999, together they had 6 children from this union, he then married Erica Hayward on December 21, 2019.  Jeremy had a very successful 20-year career in trucking insurance with ownership in Transtar.  He was a founding member and longtime lead singer of the Dingleberries.  Jeremy was a wonderful father and gave his 6 children the best childhood he could’ve ever given to them.  Jeremy loved spending time with his family, golfing, and going out for rides on the Razor.  He had the personality that drew people to him and was a great friend to many.

Survivors include his children, Megan (Tyler) Keuter and their son Julien, Jaelyn, Josie, Jenna, Reese, and Ray Theisen; his wife, Erica; his parents, Jerry and Karen Theisen;; siblings, Jessica Theisen and Tyler (Lisa) Theisen and their children, Livvy and Mya; his paternal grandparents, Ray and Doris Theisen; his maternal grandmother, Marcella “Babe” Junk; mother and father in-law, Sandra and Robert Hayward; aunts and uncles, Jim (Pat) Theisen, Judy (Butch) Merritt, Jeff (Trudy) Theisen, Joe (Lisa) Theisen, Jay (Jenny) Theisen, Jon (Lisa) Theisen, Steve (Elaine) Junk, Tim Junk, Kay (Dave) Konrardy, and Kim ( Thomas) Timp; his dog, Wrigley and numerous cousins and extended relatives.

Jeremy was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Dwain Junk; aunts, Jane Junk in infancy, Kathy Lombardi, a cousin, Jaydn; and an uncle, Tim Kunkel.

Reverend Joseph L. Hauer

Reverend Joseph L. Hauer, 69, died Thursday, August 20, 2020, at Unity Point-Finley Hospital, Dubuque.

Public visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, August 23, at Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury Rd., Dubuque. Masks and social distancing are required. Private Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 24, at Church of the Resurrection, with Archbishop Michael Jackels presiding, and Rev. Thomas McDermott as homilist. Mass will be live-streamed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home Facebook page, and will remain available to view. Entombment will be in the Garden of Saints Mausoleum, Mount Calvary Cemetery. For further information and to share condolences please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

Joe was born January 20, 1951 in New Hampton, IA, the son of Gregory and Bernice (Bodensteiner) Hauer. He began his education at Loras College, earning his B.A. in Political Science in 1973, and went on to earn his M.A. in Theology from The Saint Paul Seminary in 1981.

He was ordained to the priesthood by Most Rev. .James J. Byrne on May 23, 1981, and went on to serve  on the faculty at St. John High School in 1981, as Associate Pastor for St. John in Independence and All Saints in Rowley, and St. Joseph in Marion from 1984 – 1986. He began his graduate studies at Angelicum in Rome in June of 1986, completing his studies in 1988. Rev. Hauer then served as Pastor at St. John the Evangelist in Placid from 1988 to 2000. From 2000-2002, Rev. Hauer completed his studies in Canon Law in Rome. He was assigned to Church of the Resurrection in 2002, where he served as Pastor until his retirement in 2018.

Rev. Hauer served as Director of Permanent Diaconate Program, Associate Director of Vocations; Defender of the Bond, Director of Vocations & Continuing Formation of Clergy, Archdiocesan Worship Commission, Judicial Vicar, Metropolitan Tribunal, Judicial Vicar Interdiocesan Tribunal of Second Instance- Province of Dubuque, and Director of Seminarians and Young Priests, Judge for the Metropolitan Tribunal, and Pastoral Coordinator for Holy Family Catholic Schools, Dubuque.

Rev. Hauer is survived by two brothers, Jim (Jan) Hauer of Solon, IA, and Jerry Hauer of West Union, IA; and his nephews and nieces, John, Jordan, Trent, Trevor, Sydney, and Saige.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Rev. Joseph L. Hauer Memorial Fund.

The family would like to thank the staff at Stonehill Care Center and Unity Point-Finley Hospital.

Kevin M. Shaw

Kevin M. Shaw, age 69, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on August 19, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.  To honor Kevin’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Kevin’s family.

Kevin was born on August 18, 1951, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a son to Frank and June (Campagna) Shaw.  Kevin was raised to value his family, friends, and the simple things in life.  He spent many years working at the National Mississippi River Museum spreading his joyful spirit along the way, but when the workday was over, Kevin was ready to embrace the remainder of the day.  He was quite the story-teller and if he could succeed at getting a few laughs out of the opportunity, well, even better.  A little downtime in the recliner was appreciated from time to time as well, especially if the Viking’s, Saturday Night Live, or the Trailer Park Boys were on.  Kevin found that the radio would work just as well too.  Old time radio programs were always on the agenda and if the night owl hours were available he could catch up on the latest alien and UFO news on Coast to Coast AM.  But, honestly, spending time with his family, especially the grandkiddos, was where Kevin found his greatest joy.  A simply relaxing walk down along with Bee Branch with them by his side was the only ingredients necessary for a perfect day in Kevin’s mind.  We will miss him more than words can say, but we are grateful that he doesn’t have to struggle one more day and his earthly trials have ceased now.  Thank you, Kevin, for all that you taught us along the way, and may peace be yours until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Kevin include,

his children,
Jeremiah “Jer” B. Shaw, Waterloo, Iowa,
and Cari L. Bedtka, Dubuque, Iowa;

his grandchildren,
Taylor Shaw, Jackson Shaw, Tyler Bedtka and Lanie Bedtka;

his sister,
Linda (Jerry) Morgan, Dubuque, Iowa;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Kevin was preceded in death by his sister, Virginia Pierce.

Kevin’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Medical Associates, and the University of Iowa, for all of their care and support.

Online condolences may be shared with Kevin family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

Carolyn H. Oberbroeckling

Carolyn H. Oberbroeckling, age 75, of Guttenberg, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on August 19, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Carolyn’s life, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2020, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 520 S.2^nd Street in Guttenberg, with Father Marvin Bries officiating.  Family and friends of Carolyn may visit from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. prior to the service at the church.  Burial will be in the Holy Trinity Catholic Cemetery in Luxemburg, Iowa, at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Carolyn’s family.

Carolyn was born on May 9, 1945, in Holy Cross, Iowa, one of 11 children to Sabin and Lavena (Duster) Cook.  She was a proud graduate of the Holy Cross High School, Class of ’63.  She eventually met her soul-mate, Leo Oberbroeckling, and the two were united in marriage on November 30, 1968, at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Dubuque.  They were blessed with 51 wonderful years together, and 3 beloved children.  Carolyn quickly honed in on her nurturing skills and devoted her life to being both an amazing wife and mother.  In time, she would also have the opportunity to love on, and spoil her very own grandchildren.  Carolyn appreciated the farm life and never took for granted the simple joys that come with it.  You could quite often hear her singing along to her favorite Kenny Roger’s song, and if her L.A. Dodger’s were playing, she would diligently rearrange her daily chores to be ready for the first pitch.  A little time at the casino was also a welcomed adventure when time allowed.  Family time was definitely her goal in life though, and whenever she was able to gather with her sisters, you could regularly hear her say, “8 sisters and 3 brothers at home.”  Carolyn carried an obvious gentleness within her beautiful spirit, and we are grateful that now her earthly struggles are behind her.  Our hearts will never truly heal from the pain of her absence, but we trust that her Lord and Savior has her securely in His loving embrace and will keep her eternal soul safely at peace until we all meet again.  Thank you, Carolyn, for teaching us what is truly valuable in this life and may we carry your legacy forward through each and every day we must face without you.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Carolyn include,

her loving husband,
Leo Oberbroeckling, Guttenberg, Iowa;

her children,
Jeff (Angie) Oberbroeckling, Guttenberg, Iowa,
Joyce (Charlie) Bockenstedt, Luxemburg, Iowa,
and Jason Oberbroeckling, Dubuque, Iowa;

her grandchildren,
Matt (Ashley) Oberbroeckling, Luxemburg, Iowa,
Amanda (Damien) Oberbroeckling, Strawberry Point, Iowa,
and Jenny Rodenberg, Garnavillo, Iowa;

her siblings,
Kay (Jim) Schmitt, Rickardsville, IA,
Janet (Dick) Schmitt, Dubuque, IA,
Ken Cook, Dubuque, IA,
Shirley (Art) Coleman, Asbury, IA,
Linda (Jim) Markham, Holy Cross, IA,
Dorothy (Chuck) Kane, Dubuque, IA,
Don (Cheryl) Cook, Asbury, IA,
Steve (Paula) Cook, Dubuque, IA,
Tina (Kurt) Burbach, Balltown, IA,
and Mary (Tom) Reeg, Dubuque, IA;

her brothers and sisters-in-law,
Pete (Jane) Oberbroeckling, Holy Cross, IA,
Clara Harter, Petersburg, IA,
Annie (Bob) Scherbring, Dyersville, IA,
David (Julie) Oberbroeckling, Davenport, IA
John Oberbroeckling, East Dubuque, IL
Hilda (Clem) DeMuth, Earlville, IA,
Kay Oberbroeckling Herman, Dubuque, IA,
Clyde (LuAnn) Oberbroeckling, Holy Cross, IA,
Walt Oberbroeckling, Hazel Green, WI,
and Becky Oberbroeckling, Dubuque, IA;

along with countless extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents Sabin and Lavena (Duster) Cook, her father and mother-in-law, John (Catherine) Oberbroeckling; her brothers-in-law, Henry Harter and Hugo Oberbroeckling; and her sisters-in-law, Alma Oberbroeckling, Alice Oberbroeckling, Shirley Oberbroeckling and Bev Cook.

Carolyn’s family would like to thank Dr. Michele Dikker’s, and Dr. Eric Engelman, along with the nurses and staff at St. Croix Hospice, for all of their professional and compassionate care of Carolyn, and her family.

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

Susan J. DeMaio

Susan J. “Sue” (Sorensen) DeMaio, age 62, of Hazel Green, Wisconsin and formerly of Dubuque, passed away at 8:40 p.m., on Monday, August 17, 2020, at UW Health University Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.  She had one last bittersweet moment surrounded with love by her partner in life, Roger Magby, and her siblings.  To celebrate Sue’s life, family and friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m., on Sunday, August 23, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Due to the COVID-19 mandate issued by the City of Dubuque all who attend will be required to wear face masks.  To honor Sue’s life, funeral services will be held immediately following the visitation at 5:00 p.m., on Sunday at Behr Funeral Home, with Rev. Steven M. Garner officiating.  Burial will be in Belmont, Wisconsin at a later date following cremation.

Sue was the beloved 2nd daughter of George and Mary (Krogman) Sorensen.  She shared a birthday with her mother which was May 23, 1958.

Sue attended Nativity Catholic School and Senior High School.  She married Mike DeMaio in May of 1983, and after many years of marriage they decided to go their own way.  She then found her life partner, Roger Magby.  Sue had many jobs over the years starting with Fashion Touch Dry Cleaners.  Later she moved on to being a waitress at Nana’s/Breezy’s and Burnt Toast.  Sue also bartended at Bodines and Knickers and most recently worked as a cashier at Hy-Vee.  Sue loved working with the public, because as everyone and anyone who knew her will say, “Sue was a people person”.  She had an infectious smile and a laugh you’d never forget.  She loved country music, going for Sunday rides in the “boonies” with Roger, playing cards with her sister and sisters-in-law, and was an avid Wheel of Fortune fan.  Among her greatest treasures were her nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.  She loved every one of them as if they were her own.  Sue was everyone’s best friend and she will be deeply missed.

To cherish her memory Sue leaves behind

her life partner,
Roger Magby, Platteville, WI;

her siblings,
Judy (Dan) Garner,
Patti (Dale) Harkey,
Mike Sorensen
and Lisa (Jessie) Knockel, all of Dubuque, IA;

several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews,
Stacy Garner and her children, Shelby, Jimi, Alayna and Carson,
Daniel (Evan) Garner,
Michael (Mason) Sorensen,
Chris (Jenna) Sorensen and their children, Hailey and Emma,
Nicole Sorensen,
Jason (Ireland) Harkey
and Krystal (T.J.) Johnston;

a former sister-in-law,
Carrie Schmid, Dubuque, IA;

and the Magby Family,
Nora and Dick, Teresa and Dave, John and Sally, Mike and Ruth, Sandy and Ernie, Jim, Mike and Belinda.

Susan was preceded in death by her parents; and her former husband, Mike DeMaio.

Memorials will be accepted by the family and may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Susan DeMaio Family.

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

Thomas E. Kaesbauer

Thomas “Tom” Edward Kaesbauer, 63, of Dubuque, passed away Tuesday, August 18, 2020, at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date, and will be announced. Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be mailed to the family at 2615 Dove St., Dubuque, IA, 52002. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Tom was born April 22, 1957 in Dubuque, the son of Robert and Marilyn (Wolf) Kaesbauer. He married Catherine Morgan on May 22, 1993 at Blades Chapel, University of Dubuque. Tom was employed as a semi trailer mechanic at Riverside Tractor Trailer for 26 years, and then at RT & T Enterprises in East Dubuque. He was briefly employed also at IWI Motor Parts.

Tom was a huge fan of the Chicago Bears, and closely followed the Cubs. He was also an avid Nascar fan. Golf was a favorite pastime of Tom’s. He had a wonderful sense of humor, and was a loyal friend who was always willing to help.

Tom is survived by his wife, Cathy, of Dubuque; his daughter Jessica (Dustin) Allen, of Dubuque; his grandson Aspen and his granddaughter Olivia; his siblings, Sue (Rick) White of Peosta, Bob (Pat) Kaesbauer of Dubuque, and Patty (Mike) Riniker, of Dubuque; his sister in law, Connie (John) Erner of Dubuque; many nieces and nephews; and his beloved feline fur-babies, Honeybee and Chucky.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Barb Elliott; and his parents in law, James “Red” and June Morgan.

Tom’s family would like to thank Nancy and Jeff Harrelson, and Connie and John Erner for their support and love.

Cindy L. Perry

Cindy L. Perry, age 62, of Worthington, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on August 17, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving family. To honor Cindy’s life, a private family service is being held at a later date, we will let family know when. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Cindy’s family.

Cindy was born on December 9, 1957, in Maquoketa, Iowa, one of two daughters to Clifford and Blanche (Manning) Massey. She eventually met her soul-mate, Allen Perry, and the two were married 3 months later. They were blessed with 3 children, 11 grandchildren and 42 wonderful years together. Cindy devoted her entire life to loving and nurturing her family. Not only was she an adoring wife and mother, but Cindy also found joy in taking every opportunity to help raise many other children just as her own. Her free-time was occupied with many hobbies throughout the years. Countless hours were spent researching and recording family genealogy, while some time creating another quilt, or sitting contently and working on a craft were acceptable outlets as well. Also, any activity where she could be surrounded by family and friends would bring Cindy great satisfaction. Camping, while relaxing in the outdoors was among her favorites, along with sitting at the table working on a new puzzle, or trying her talents with a little friendly competition on a board game or cards. But, honestly, for Cindy it was simply about family. She didn’t care how, when, or where; just as long as they were by her side. The legacy of memories she leaves behind will surely bring us peace and healing in time, but for now, we must allow our hearts to ache and break as they do. We will strive to catch even a glimpse of the aroma of her fresh bread in our dreams now and pray for peace in all of our lives until we see her again. Thank you, Cindy, for being the wonderful example of unconditional love we all search for at times in our lives and may your eternal rewards for your loving kindness be as lofty as your mission was.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Cindy include,

her husband,
Allen Perry, Worthington, Iowa;

her children,
Tracy (Bill III) Moore, West Des Moines, Iowa,
Joe (Lanette) Perry, Onlsow, Iowa,
and Chris (Michelle) Perry, Monticello, Iowa;

her grandchildren,
Garrett Moore, Sam Moore, Logan Moore, Brandi Perry, Meagan Perry, Jacob Perry, Isaac Perry, Lukas Perry, and Matthew Perry;

her mother and father-in-law, Dwain and Delores Perry, Worthington, Iowa;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Cindy was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Bev (Don) Skoff; 2 grandchildren in infancy; and a niece, Ashley.

Cindy’s family would like to thank Dr. Hermann, along with the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their professional and compassionate care and support.

For the comfort of the family, food, flowers, cards, and all other expressions of sympathy may be sent to Chris and Michelle Perry at 629 North Birch St, Monticello IA, 52310, and we thank you in advance for your kindness.

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

JoAnn M. (Shireman) Lutes

JoAnn Mae Lutes (Shireman), passed away peacefully and surrounded by loved ones, at UW-Hospital, Madison, WI, on August 18, 2020, at the age of 77 years.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Lawrence’s Pub & Eatery from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, August 22, 2020. Casey-McNett Funeral Home of Benton is assisting the family.

JoAnn was born on January 8, 1943, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of George and Delores (Martin) Shireman. She graduated from Benton High School in 1962. JoAnn devoted her life to caring for children as an in home daycare provider.

When describing JoAnn, selfless and kind are two words that come to mind. She was always thinking of others. It wasn’t uncommon for her to have a pan of pumpkin bars and your favorite coffee and creamer ready for your visit, just because she knew it would make you happy. She opened her home to all and wanted to make sure you were comfortable when you came to visit.

JoAnn was married to Richard, the love of her life, and they were able to spend 60 wonderful years together, with 57 years united in marriage. They had three sons, who would go on to have families of their own, granting her the opportunity to become a grandma, and a truly wonderful one at that. She loved her grandkids and was a Grandma-like figure to any kid that needed her.

When she wasn’t busy caring for others, JoAnn enjoyed sitting on her porch swing with her husband, family luncheon outings, weekend trips to the casino, getting her nails done and shoe shopping.

JoAnn is survived by her husband, Richard: their sons, David (Yun), Kevin (Charlene) and Brian (Renee); eleven grandchildren, Jackie, Jocelyn, Ethan, Sean, Ryan, Blythe, Alexandra, Joshua, Noah, Makenna and Maxim; and one great-grandchild, Michael. She is also survived by her siblings, Carol (John) Peterson, Amanda (Harold) March, Ronald (Donita) Shireman, Donald (Mary Kay) Shireman, Sherry (Daryl) Kritz, Kris (Mike) Kipp, Cindy (Bob) Selchert and Mary (Eldie) Kritz; and two special friends, Carol Hoeper and Julie Ramaker.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepmother, Henrietta Shireman; and her brothers, George and Jerry.

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

DuWayne J. Patzner

DuWayne Joseph Patzner, 89, of rural Hazel Green, WI, formerly of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 21, 2020 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Peter Snieg officiating. Military honors will be accorded at the church by members of the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Face masks and Social Distancing are required at church. A memorial visitation will be from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. on Friday at the church. The funeral mass will be live-streamed on Miller Funeral Home Group facebook page.

DuWayne was born on August 20, 1930 at Guttenberg, Iowa, the son of Charles A. and Hilda (Althaus) Patzner. He was a U. S. Air Force veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was united in marriage to Grace Ann Kaiser on October 24, 1959 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church at LaMotte, IA.

He was employed at the John Deere Dubuque Works as a plumber until his retirement. DuWayne was a member of UAW Local # 94 and the John Deere Retirees.

DuWayne loved to put puzzles together, enjoyed playing solo and wizard card games and also did woodworking. He designed and built their home in rural Hazel Green.

Surviving is his wife Grace; two daughters; Tina Jude of Round Rock, Texas and Tammy (Dan) Dupont of Dubuque; five grandchildren, Zach, Josh, Megan, Nicholas and Alex; a brother, Delos Patzner of Boone, IA; his brother-in-law, Don Schmitt of St. Louis, MO; and sisters-in-law, Judy Patzner of Dubuque and Rosemary Patzner of Council Bluffs, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Hilda; his siblings, Virginia Schmitt, Charles, LaVern and Robert Patzner; and a sister-in-law, Jennie Patzner.

Grace and family wish to give special thanks to the nurses and staff of Stonehill Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for the wonderful care given to their husband, father and grandfather.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family.©

Philip C. Bahl

Philip Clair Bahl, 89, of Dubuque, died on Wednesday, August 12, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center, Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30, Monday, August 24 at the Church of the Nativity with the Rev. Msgr. James Miller officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery where Military Honors will be conducted by the Dubuque Marnie Corps League. A visitation will be held from 2-5 pm, Sunday at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road. We kindly request that social distancing be observed; masks are required.

Philip was born on December 21, 1930 in Asbury, Iowa the son of Clarence J. and Ida E. (Ehrlich) Bahl. He was a graduate of Loras Academy. He married Elizabeth Hennings on December 27, 1952 at Nativity Catholic Church.

Philip served our country in the United States Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He owned and operated Bahl Lumber Sawmill for 40 years, most recently in Graf, Iowa.

He was a member of Nativity Church, Nativity Guild, the Knights of Columbus and the Railway Tie Association.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Bahl; children, Keith (Teresa) Bahl, of Marion, IA, Ellen (Dr. Randall) Schmitt, of Fulton, IL, and Kathy (John) FitzPatrick, of Dubuque; grandchildren, Kayla (Kyle) Martin and Amy (Curt) Smejkal, Dr. Philip (Stephanie) Schmitt and Dr. Joseph Schmitt, Kevin (Maurita) FitzPatrick and Maureen (Erik) Johnson; great- grandchildren, Lauren, Olivia, Noah, Will, Lucy and Colin; sister, Mary Ann (John) Hansen; sister-in-law, Shirley Bahl; and a special niece, Sally (Jeff) Lux.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Robert (Wilma) Bahl, James (Mary) Bahl, Daniel (Ruby) Bahl, David Bahl, Dorothy (Lester) Camfield, and Marjorie (Joe) Temple.

Robert V. Rollinger

Robert V. Rollinger, 81, of Sand Springs died Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2020, at Monticello Nursing and Rehab Center in Monticello.

A visitation will be held from 2 – 7 pm Thursday, Aug. 20, 2020, at the Kramer Funeral Home in Monticello where a parish vigil service will be held at 2 pm.  Visitation will continue from 9 – 10 am Friday, Aug. 21, at the funeral home prior to Mass.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Friday, Aug. 21, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello.  Fr. Paul Baldwin will officiate.  Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Cascade.

Bob was born Sept. 4, 1938, in Bernard, Iowa the son of Victor and Laura (Mormann) Rollinger.  He married Lynn Recker on April 23, 1960, in Sand Springs.  His most recent employment was serving as a guard at Oakdale IMCC.  Bob enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, and camping.  Lately he was fond of attending auctions and his beloved dog, Molly.

Surviving are his wife of 60 years, Lynn, two sons: Scott (Karla) of Burlington, IA and Chris (Deb) of Monticello, a daughter-in-law, Jen Rollinger of Central City; grandchildren: Katie (Brian) Linnenbrink, Alex Rollinger, Cody (Michelle) Rollinger, Dani (Matt) Hudspeth, Hunter, Brandon and Shelby Rollinger; great grandchildren: Adalynn and Mackenzie Linnenbrink, Maddox, Kenna and Ashtyn Rollinger and Cayden Hudspeth; siblings: James Rollinger of Cascade, Delores “Girley” Thier of Farley and Marie (Earl) Wagner of Cascade, Betty (Richard) Knapp and Ronald (Diana) Rollinger, both of Bernard; in-laws: Beth (Pat) Paul and Dan (Cindy) Recker, both of Delhi; a sister-in-law, Pam Recker of Sand Springs.

He is preceded in death by his parents, a son, Todd, on Aug. 15, 2020, a great grandson, Jaxson Hudspeth, in-laws: Joe Thier, LaVonne Rollinger, Sandy Rollinger, Jack Recker, and Sally (Bill) Birmingham

Information available at www.kramerfuneral.com

Elizabeth A. Flogel

Elizabeth Ann “Bette” Flogel, 85 of Dubuque, IA passed away unexpectedly on August 16th, 2020.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30am Wednesday, August 19th, 2020 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Key West with Rev. Msgr. Lyle Wilgenbusch officiating. A visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Tuesday, August 18th at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd. Burial will follow in Mt. Olivet cemetery. Mask will be required for visitation and funeral. Please follow social distancing guidelines.

Bette was born in Independence, WI on May 30th, 1935. Bette was married to Donald Flogel on September 12th, 1959; they were married for 60 years.

Bette worked at WC Brown Publishing, John Deere and retired from APAC Telemarketing in 1998.

Bette is survived by her spouse, Donald Flogel, her children Tim (Sue) Flogel of LaMotte, IA and Laura (Richard) Kilburg of North Liberty, IA, her grandchildren Jason (Dana), Sarah (Adam), Katherine (Daniel) and Libby (Jared) and her great-grandchildren Carter, Hannah, Ella, Adyson, Macey, Lily and Elle, her sisters, Maya (Wayne) Wegner of Milwaukee, WI and Irene Dubiel of Independence, WI, and sister in laws, Lilian and Audrey Bautch of Kenosha, WI.

Bette is preceded in death by her parents, Ed and Helen Bautch, her siblings, Ralph, Richard, Donald and Florence Wagner.

Bette was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed biking, walking, cooking, playing euchre and gardening as well as cleaning her house and listening and dancing to polka music.

The family of Bette wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Mercy Hospital and the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

Mary Lou Kamp

Mary Lou Kamp, 71, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on August 15, 2020 at her family’s home surrounded by loved ones.

Family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday, August 21, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a funeral service will be held at 6:00 p.m. with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Dubuque Memorial Gardens. Please remember to social distance and wear your mask.

Mary Lou was born on November 17, 1948 in Galena, IL the daughter of Francis and Beverly (Rupert) Noonan.

She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1967 and on February 25th, 1967 she married Anthony Kamp.

Mary Lou owned and operated Noonans Tap after her brother, John Noonan passed away in 1993.

She had talents that she not only loved, but that were helpful to many people. She loved sewing, cooking, gardening, watching and taking care of her two exotic birds, spending time with family, loved to sit down and watch a good movie, and as comes with the bar business, helping people with their troubles and giving some great advice. She always had meals on holidays for anyone who needed somewhere to go or for those who may not have had a family to spend them with. She didn’t need to have a special occasion to throw on the apron and prepare a feast. She had a couple of faithful companions throughout her journey, her Golden Retriever Ace who was there for 13 of them, and her Australian Shepard Shawnee that she left behind and loved dearly. She absolutely loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by them all.

She is survived by her children Michele (Donnie) Pierce, Michael (Amber) Kamp, and Angela (Eric Main) Kamp. Her former husband Anthony Kamp; four Grandchildren, Samantha (Josh) Pierce-Hartbecke, Josh Pierce, Kaylie Kamp and Mitchel Kamp. Six Great Grandchildren – Kaylyn, Alexis, Brilee, Jax, Jordyn, Dallas.

Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents, a brother John Noonan and her sister Bonnie Peebles.

A very special thanks to family friend and RN Karen Kluesner. The family would also like to thank the doctors and nurses at University of Wisconsin – Madison, Finley Hospital & Hospice of Dubuque.

In lieu of flowers a Mary Lou Kamp memorial fund will be established.