Obituaries Archive

Shane E. Brehm

Shane E. Brehm, 45, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, September 11, 2020.

A funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 17, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 16, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory. Please remember to wear your mask; if you are unable to attend a live stream of the funeral service will be on the funeral home’s Facebook page.

Shane was born on September 21, 1974 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Robert and Janice (Winner) Brehm. Shane was a 1993 graduate of Hempstead High School in Dubuque IA.

On March 24th, 2001 he was united in marriage to his soul mate and the love of his life Megan Theresa Benn.  Shane worked at John Deere Dubuque Works for 17 years where he developed many long-lasting friendships.

Shane had a deep passion for the great outdoors and took pride in teaching this passion to his daughter Cassie Sue (baby doll).  Whether a successful hunt or not, he valued the time he got to spend with her and the life lessons he hoped he had taught her.  He took his role as a father very seriously and proved this by whole heartedly accepting and raising his two stepsons as his own.

Shane was always the first to drop what he was doing to help someone else and he never missed a moment to make someone else feel good.  He made it his life’s journey to put a smile on everyone’s face, especially his wife’s.  He was a long-standing member of the Dubuque Field Archers Club where he practiced his art of finding any poison ivy on the property.  On any given weekend you could find him riding side-by-sides with his friends, kayaking, walking trails and hunting.  He most valued the times he got to spend with his mother camping.

He is survived by his loving wife Megan T. Brehm of Dubuque IA; three children, Dacotta Montgomery (Chelsey) of Dubuque IA, Jamie Benn (Abby) of Dyersville IA, Cassie Brehm (Luke) of Dubuque IA; one grandson Toby Bonert; his parents Robert and Janice Brehm of Durango IA; eight brothers and sisters; Michelle (Dwayne) Koopman of Newhall IA, Kelly (Dave) Krambeck of Earlville IA, Troy (Tina) Brehm, Dean (Kat) Brehm, Dennis (Brenda) Brehm all of Durango IA, Melanie (Mike) Fenner of Simpsonville KY and Cody Brehm of Dubuque IA.  Mother-in-law Marilee Loney of Dubuque IA, Fathers-in-law James H (Connie) Benn of Dubuque IA, Tim (Linda) Maas of Bernard IA, Brother and sisters-in-law James (Jessica) Benn of Dickeyville WI, Jason (Cara) Benn of Peosta IA, Mary Benn (Brett) of Dubuque IA, Adam (Beverly) Maas of Farley IA, Kenneth (Amanda) Maas, Travis Benn, Zachary Donath all of Dubuque IA and many nieces, nephews and Godchildren whom all adored their Uncle “Shana”.

He will be sadly missed by many especially, Dan and Sharon Faber of Cascade IA and his lifelong friend Randy (Beth) Lester of Dubuque IA.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents.

In lieu of flowers a Shane Brehm memorial fund has been established.

Agnes M. Gnade

Agnes M. “Aggie” Gnade, 54, of Andrew, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 10, 2020, at her home.

An Irish Celebration of Her Life will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2020 from 6 to 9 P.M. at the Timber Center in Maquoketa.  Cocktails will be served.  No Food.  Must be 21 years old. Cremation rites have been accorded.  Burial will be in the Andrew, Iowa Cemetery at a later date.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Agnes Mae Parker was born on May 28, 1966 in Dubuque, Iowa, to Daniel Young and Mary Louise (Malone) Parker.  She attended schools in Dubuque, Bellevue and Maquoketa.  She married Lynn Ray “L.R.” Gnade on June 22, 1985 in Andrew, Iowa.

“Aggie” had worked various jobs throughout her life a few of which were, Cardinal Elementary School, Hurstville Lime Kilns, Hills and Dales, DAC Inc., ARC, MC Industries, Andrew Grade School, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, and most recently for Rite-Hite in Dubuque.  She also co-owned and operated L.R.’s Wheelhouse and Gnade’s in Andrew for many years.

“Aggie” enjoyed golfing and had two hole-in-ones, hosting friends and family, going on road trips, morel hunting, fishing, playing Euchre, shooting pool, and was an avid Cubs fan.  She and L.R. loved their pets and she is survived by her two cats, Snicklefritz and Caddie.  She was preceded in death by furbabies, Lucky, Gracie, Spooky, Tiger, Buddy, Tillster, Ladybug, and pet-in-law Rusty.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, L.R. Gnade of Andrew, IA; siblings, Marcella Perry, Rose (Steve) Husemann, Joan Streets, Jane (Ron) Francois, and David Parker; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Robert and William Parker, sisters Betty Parker and Theresa Adams, nephews James Parker and Jacob Adams, brothers-in-law David Streets and Paul Perry, and sister-in-law Lana Hruby.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society, Hopsice of Dubuque, Jackson County Humane Society, or Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew.

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

Lillian A. Bowden

Lillian A. Bowden, 86, of Dubuque died Friday, September 11, 2020.  Private family services will be held.  Entombment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.

Lillian was born July 4, 1934 in Dubuque, daughter of Frederick and Katherine Berberich.

She was a graduate of Immaculate Conception Academy.

On May 21, 1960, she married Joseph F. Bowden at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Dubuque.  He preceded her in death on March 26, 2006.

Lillian is survived by three sons, Steve Bowden of Cassville, Wisconsin, Jeff (Jenny) Bowden of Carroll, Iowa, and Scott (Sarah) Bowden of Durango; seven grandchildren; two sisters, Connie Weis and Kay Beecher, both of Dubuque; and nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her sister, Mary Hinkel.

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

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care.

Julius A. Moor

Julius Allen “Jube” Moor, 59, of Kieler, Wisconsin, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 13^th at Immaculate Conception Church in Kieler, with Fr. Bernard Rott and Fr. Bart Timmerman officiating.  Burial will be in the church cemetery. The funeral will be lived streamed on Miller Funeral Home Group Facebook Page.

An outdoor visitation will be from 12:30 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Parking Lot.  Facemask and Social Distancing are recommended. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family.

Jube was born on January 16, 1961 in Dubuque, IA, the son of Paul J. and Velma J. (Pickel) Moor.  He was a graduate of Cuba City High School, class of 1979.  He was united in marriage to Carolyn Lange on October 18, 1980 at St. Rose Church in Cuba City, WI.

Jube retired as co-owner of Moor Recycling and Moor Hydraulics in Kieler in 2015.  He was a successful entrepreneur who generously contributed to the community throughout the Kieler area.

He enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing, cooking, canning, UTV rides, and time spent with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren.  His big smile and sense of humor will be missed.

Surviving is his wife Carolyn; three children, Cori (Jim) Kunnert of Hazel Green, Jennifer (Kyle) Sydow of Madison, and Julius “Jube” (Jamie) Moor of Kieler; eight grandchildren, Gabrielle Finn, Emma, Cal, and Mia Kunnert, Clara, Evelyn and Raymond Sydow, and Briar Moor; his mother, Velma J. Moor of Kieler; his siblings, Peggy (Al) Fleege of East Dubuque, IL, Chris (Cindy) Moor of Kieler, Jeff (Julie) Moor of Hazel Green, Paula (Steve) Kane and Audrey (Rod) Murphy-Potter both of Kieler; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Paul, a grandson, Julius Joseph Moor, a niece, Carolyn Moor and a nephew, Ryan Hingtgen.

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

Oran Richard Wunderlich

Oran Richard “Rann” Wunderlich, 63, of Dubuque, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2020.

Graveside services will be 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 15, at Linwood Cemetery. Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd., Dubuque, is entrusted with arrangements. Condolences may be shared at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

Rann was born February 7, 1957 in Dubuque, the son of Oran Henry and Eleanor (Schmid) Wunderlich.

Rann is survived by his daughter, Stefanie Wunderlich, of Dubuque; two sisters, Imelda Rife and Lee (William) Latham; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Janaan (Dr. Benoit) Page.

Dorothy A. Felderman

Dorothy A. (Henneger) Felderman, 89, of Bellevue, passed away on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at her home surrounded by her family. Private Funeral Services will be 5:00 pm, Sunday, September 13, 2020 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Public Visitation will be 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm, also Sunday, September 13, 2020 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue.   Family burial will be in St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Dorothy was born on April 25, 1931 in Bellevue, the daughter of Arthur and Alda (McGee) Henneger. She married Norvil Erwin Felderman on March 27, 1951 at St. John Lutheran in Bellevue, he passed on October 5, 2014. Dorothy stayed at home to raise her family and then later in life worked as a secretary at the Savanna Army Depot.

Survivors include her children, Jeff (Carol) Felderman, Randy (Ruth) Felderman, Dennis (Vicky) Felderman, Sandra Felderman, and Scott (Jodi) Felderman; eight grandchildren: Todd, Eric, Trisha, Troy, Paige, Audrey, Ellie, and Quinn; seven great-grandchildren: Paxton, Tinley, Ashton, Ava, Elise, Emmie, and Tucker.

She was preceded in death by her husband Norvil; son Steven; granddaughter Christy, son in-law, Michael “Mick” Mawhiney, and two sisters, Donna (Dempsey) Ford and Elizabeth “Betty” (Duane) Lowe.

It is recommended to utilize masks and respect social distancing during the visitation at the church due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Funeral Services will be live broadcast on Bellevue Cable Channel 38 and will be uploaded on SaintJohn Devotion YouTube Channel following the services.

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

Condolences and Memorials may be sent to Hachmann-Mier Funeral 100 N. 6th St. Bellevue, Iowa 52031 c/o Dorothy Felderman Family if you are unable to attend services.

Leonard J. Owsley

Leonard J. “Lenny” Owsley, 92, of Dubuque, IA passed away on September 9, 2020 at UnityPoint Health, Finley Hospital.

Private family graveside service with military honors accorded by the American Legion Post #6 will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Leonard was born on March 5, 1928 in Oak Park, IL; the son of Melvin and Gertrude (Ratterman) Owsley. He attended St. Edmunds Grammar School in Oak Park and Oak Park & River Forest High School. After graduating in 1946 he moved to Dubuque and started work at the new John Deere Dubuque Works as a machine operator.

From 1950 to 1953 he served during the Korean War, he served with the rank of Corporal in the Army, with the 407th Combat Engineer Battalion. He returned to John Deere after he was honorably discharged and worked as an engineering analyst in Manufacturing until he retired in 1982.

He married Dolores M. Didesch on September 21, 1965 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. They shared 55 happy years together. Leonard was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bear fan. He and Dee enjoyed boating, photography, golfing, and old cars. They were members of the Tri-State Old Cars Club for many years and Leonard was also a member of the American Legion Post #6, John Deere Supervisors Club, Hawkeye Motorcycle Club and John Deere Retiree Association.

Leonard is survived by his wife Dolores; sister-in-law Gladys Didesch, of Dubuque; his niece Debra (Glen) Schumock and their children Collin, Grant and Ava all of Geneva, IL. His nephew Alan (Laurie) Didesch, of Northbrook, IL; cousins Marsha (David) Armour and Nancy Hutton of Ringgold, GA.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother-in-law Al Didesch.

Bradley J. Coin

Bradley J. Coin, 58, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance to celebrate his life from 4 to 7 P.M. on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. A private funeral service will be held. Cremation will follow the visitation. It is recommended that you practice social distancing guidelines due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Bradley Joe Coin was born on May 23, 1962 in Milan, Missouri to Wayne Edward and Sharon Joyce (Pierson) Coin. He was a graduate of Danville High School in Danville, Iowa. He married Angela King in 1982 and two children were born to this union, Gabe and Lacey. They later divorced and he married Rhonda Murr in 1998 and they had two children together, Brandon and Derek.

He had first worked at Litton Machinery in Davenport for several years, then J.C. Dubil in Bettendorf, and later B & C Home Improvement in Davenport. For the past 12 years he had owned and operated B & D Pitstop in Maquoketa.

Bradley was a member of many area racing organizations. He was an avid racing and NASCAR fan and as a local track favorite Brad had a great passion for others succeeding. From his addictive personality and sense of humor to setting up others race cars. He truly enjoyed what he was doing. His kids knew what racing was all about growing up and have been a part of the entire racing family. It makes us all stronger to hear about the lives he has touched through such a great sport.

Those left to honor his memory include his children and grandchildren, Gabe Coin of Grand Island, NE, Lacey (Jason) Daedlow of Eldridge, IA, Brandon (Shaye) Coin of Bellevue, IA and Derek (and fiancé Emma) Coin of Bellevue, IA; 5 grandchildren with one on the way, Brecken and Brycen Welsh, Kyleigh and Taylor Coin and Zoey Coin; his mother, Joyce Coin of Milan, MO; and siblings, John (Jen) Coin of Troy, MO, Amy (Mark) Schnecking of Grinnell, IA, and Robin (Kenny) Keller of Canton, MO.

He was preceded in death by his father, a nephew Darrin Cale, and a brother-in-law Kevin Makus.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Bradley J. Coin memorial fund has been established.

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

Sister Mary Therese Pfeifer, BVM

Sister Mary Therese Pfeifer, BVM (Joselyn), 93, of 1130 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Sunday, Sept. 6. 2020, at Caritas Center.

Sharing of Memories via Zoom will be from 9:30-10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2020, followed by a virtual visitation from 10:25-10:40 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial in the Marian Hall Chapel at 10:45 a.m. Burial is in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Mary Therese was an elementary teacher in Chicago and Kansas City, Mo, where she also served as principal.

She was born on Jan. 3, 1927, in Kansas City, Mo., to Joseph and Elizabeth Vonfeldt Pfeifer. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1945, from Annunciation Parish, Kansas City, Mo. She professed first vows on March 19, 1948, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1953.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters: Clare Treu, Genevieve Dye, Fermina Blue, Helen Segall, Alice Lee, and Louise Mayer; and brothers: Edward, Michael, and Joseph.  She is survived by nieces, nephews, and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, 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 is in care of the arrangements.

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

Lawrence F. Kruse

Lawrence F. “Larry” Kruse, 75 of Dubuque passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at MercyOne, Dubuque as a result of an auto accident.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, September 19, 2020, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville. Rev. Mark Osterhaus will preside and Rev. Phil Kruse will concelebrate.  Masks are required and social distancing should be observed.

Since Larry so generously deeded his body to science, burial will be held at a later date at St. Francis Cemetery in Dyersville.

Larry was born April 21, 1945, near Chicago, IL the son of Leander “Moose” & Margaret (Milbert) Kruse.  He graduated from St. Leo High School in Chicago, earned a BA at Loras College and a Master’s Degree from the University of Notre Dame.  He taught at RHCL in Holy Cross, IA and over 20 years at NICC in Peosta.

Since retirement he was an active volunteer at the Presentation Lantern Center, a center offering hospitality, educational opportunities and advocacy to adult immigrants.

Survivors include his brother, Giles (Rosemarie) Kruse of Henderson, NV, a niece, Amy (Tom) Kruse of Arlington, VA, nephews, Matthew and David Shuemaker, both of Lombard, IL, and many loving cousins & friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Mary Catherine (Harry) Shuemaker.

Condolences may be sent to Lawrence Kruse in c/o Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SE, Dyersville, Iowa 52040 or sent online to www.kramerfuneral.com.  Please keep the family in your thoughts & prayers.

Leon L. Brockman

Leon Louis Brockman, 78, of Sherrill, died Wednesday, September 9, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Due to Covid-19 and family health concerns, a private family funeral service for Leon will be held at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Rev. Father Noah Diehm as the officiant. Burial will be in SS. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Sherrill. The service will be live streamed at 2:00 PM Friday, September 11, 2020 on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page and will also be available to view later at www.hskfhcares.com. A memorial mass will be held at a later date.

Leon was born June 28, 1942, in Dubuque, the son of Carl and Helen Noel Brockman. On July 13, 1963, he married his high school sweetheart Darlene K. Jaeger in Sherrill, Iowa.

He was a 1961 graduate of Senior High School in Dubuque.

He worked for Dubuque John Deere Works for 31 years.  He retired in 1996.   He also worked at Horsefield Construction for a few summers for fun money.

Leon was a lifetime member of SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Sherrill. He was a Sherrill volunteer fireman for 31 years and served several terms on Sherrill Town Council. He was an avid outdoorsman and had many interests over his lifetime: fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, trapshooting, pool, softball, arrowhead hunting, and geocaching. He was a lifelong Cubs fan. After retirement he took up woodworking, traveling with a camper, and bus trips. He and Darlene wintered first in Florida and then in Arizona. He loved spending time with his grandkids and attending all their activities. He was lucky enough to meet and hold two great-grandsons.

Survivors include his wife, Darlene; two daughters, Ann (Kevin) Schmerbach of LaMotte, IA, and Cindy (Randy) VanCleve of Dubuque; four grandchildren, Lindsey (Matt) Pillard, Megan VanCleve, Hope (Dalton) Jackson, Logan Schmerbach; two great-grandchildren, Brooks Jackson and Weston Pillard; one sister, Judy (Frank) Romano of South Pasadena, FL; and his nieces and nephews, Tom Watson, Allison (Mike) Schroeder, Justin (Stacy) Jaeger, and Cory Bauer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Dan Brockman, his father- and mother-in-law, Pete and Madonna Jaeger, and his step-mother, Wilma Brockman.

A memorial has been established in his name.

The family extends a heartfelt thank you to his Hospice of Dubuque team, Amy B, Courtney, and Amy D, and Dr. Herman for their special care for Leon.

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

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

Claudio Vargas

Claudio Vargas, age 83, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on September 8, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Claudio’s life, a memorial service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Claudio’s family.

Claudio was born in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, on October 6, 1936, a son to Claudio and Nereida Cruz (Caicoya) Vargas.  He eventually made his way stateside and settled in the Chicago area for a bit, where he met his wife, Mary K. Heiberger.  They began their family together while Claudio diligently climbed the ladder to finally become a chef.  He worked at 7 Hills in Chicago for many years before moving his trade to the Dubuque Area.  Serving Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Jimmy Durante were among some of his favorite memories while always cherishing their photos together allowing him to reminisce in his later years of the days gone by.  Claudio worked at The Chateau, The Bridge, among other restaurants around town, before eventually retiring.  Claudio was as detail oriented at home as he was in the kitchen as well though, and countless hours were spent on keeping the yard and gardens in pristine order.  He was the epitome of a quiet, reserved and mild-mannered gentleman, but found the space to come out of his shell a little when his Cubbies were playing, or if some time to fellowship with friends at the bowling alley would make its way into his calendar.  Our hearts break as we must say Farewell for Now to our beloved Claudio, but be pray that he is now at peace from his earthly battles and that one day we will hear his calming voice once again.

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

his wife,
Mary K. Vargas, Dubuque, Iowa;

his children,
Antonio (Tammie) Vargas, Dubuque, Iowa,
Desiree (Jeff) Nelson, Panama City, Florida,
Dominic (Lori) Vargas, Dubuque, Iowa,
and Michael (Laura) Vargas, Dubuque, Iowa;

his grandchildren,
Shane, Justin, Danielle, Faith, Alexandria, Kayla, Emma, and Ashley;

his great-grandchildren,
Leah, Madelyn, Paisley, and Sophia;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Claudio was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Nereida Romero; and his brother, Alfredo Vargas.

Claudio’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their tender care and support.

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

Barbara J. Hare

Barbara J. Hare, 73, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 7, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family.

A public graveside service and burial celebrating her life will be held at 4:30 P.M., Friday, September 11, 2020 at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.  Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 P.M. on Friday, September 11, 2020 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

Barbara Jeanne Keil was born on April 13, 1947 in Clinton, Iowa, to Ellis Gerald and Mary Catherine (Rollinger) Keil.  She was a 1965 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  She married John Leonard Hare on July 14, 1967 at Fort Leonardwood, Missouri.  To this union three children were born, Brian, Michelle and Christopher.

Barbara had done in-home daycare while her children were young.  She then worked as a cook at several area restaurants and was famous for her homemade soups.  Lastly, she worked as a direct care provider for home healthcare in Maquoketa.

Barbara enjoyed needlepoint, cross stitch, NASCAR, and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan.  She loved to cook for people, and always looked forward to the “Friday Night Friends” group.  She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband John Hare of Maquoketa, IA; children, Brian (Tammy Posey) Hare of Pelham, AL, Michelle (Rick) Jacobs of Maquoketa, IA, and Christopher (Hollie) Hare of Winthrop, IA; 11 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren; sisters, Dianne (Steve) White of Vermont, IL, and Susan Keil Keenan of Robins, IA; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Sue McAfee of Maquoketa, IA, Gay and Dennis Storlie of Maquoketa, IA, Tom and Dawn Hare of Maquoketa, IA, Bill and Sue Hare of Maquoketa, IA, Linda Hare of Maquoketa, IA, and Jean Hare of Keokuk, IA; and a very special bonus daughter, Tabitha (Nick) Hasenbank.  She was preceded in death by her parents, mother-in-law Rose Hare, brothers-in-law Robert Keenan, Robert Hare and Claude Hare, and a sister-in-law Lois Houston.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Barbara J. Hare memorial fund has been established.

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

Gary W. Latham

Gary W. Latham, age 82, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on September 5, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Gary’s life, a private family service is being held, where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  Burial will be in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Gary’s family.

Gary was born on July 16, 1938, in Dubuque, Iowa, a son to Donald J. and Angeline K. (Lebben) Latham, Sr.  Gary grew up learning the values of family, faith and freedom and would excel in all three as his life progressed.  He proudly joined the U.S. Marine Corps after high school and honorably served his country.  He was united in marriage to his beautiful bride, LaVonne Frederick, on March 2, 1957, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Dubuque, and the two were blessed with many wonderful years together, and a family that Gary was proud to provide for, care for, and lead.  Gary spent over 33 years with John Deere Dubuque Works as a General Supervisor before eventually retiring, and joyfully invested a few more hours each week to perfecting his golf game.  The golf course wasn’t the only manicured lawn Gary was blessed to walk upon though.  Anyone who knew Gary well, knew that his meticulous manner definitely carried over into his lawn and gardens at home.  He also enjoyed collecting John Deere Tractors and many hours were spent on each and every one being the best examples which he could acquire and display for all to enjoy.  Gary was a personable and practical gentleman who didn’t waste too much time within the gray areas of life.  There was a right and wrong way in everything, and sometimes you’d simply have to understand that Gary’s way was definitely going to be the right way.  Gary was as solid as a rock, with a tender heart encased securely within, and the legacy he leaves behind is quite evident as those who follow his lead can all state quite proudly that it is not his shadow they are behind, but rather his footsteps they are walking upon now.  Our broken hearts will miss and love Gary more than he could ever imagine possible, but, in time, as our sorrow begins to fade and our peace slowly returns, we can find comfort through it all knowing that our dear husband, father, grandfather and friend is resting quite comfortably in the secure and loving arms of his Lord and Savior until we meet again.  Thank you, Gary, for every memory, lesson, and example of love you leave behind; we will treasure them all until the end of time!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Gary include,
his loving wife of 63 years,
LaVonne L. Latham, Dubuque, Iowa;

his 2 children,
Clinton “Clint” W. Latham, Farley, Iowa,
and Lori L. (Wayne) Kenniker, Dubuque, Iowa;

his 5 adored grandchildren,
Codi M. (Randy) Thul, Dubuque, Iowa,
Joseph W. (Alyssa) Latham, Balltown, Iowa,
Jacob W. (Tara) Kenniker, Dubuque, Iowa,
Samuel L. (Ashley) Kenniker, Dubuque, Iowa,
and Alexander W. (Calee) Kenniker, Dubuque, Iowa;

his 6 much loved great-grandchildren,
Caleb, Presley and Lenny Thul, Jack and Annie Latham, and Liam Kenniker;

his sister-in-law,
Diane M. Latham, The Villages, Florida;

along with many cherished brothers and sisters in-law’s, extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Donald J. Latham, Jr.

Gary’s family would like to thank the many dedicated doctors and nurses that helped him on this journey, all of Gary’s friends at Cardiac Rehab, along with the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their professional care and support.  Losing our Patriarch has been a very difficult place to find any peace, but thankfully because of family, friends, and angels like you, we’ve been able to make it through each day, one at a time.  Thank you and God bless you all for your mission and service.

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

Luana M. Perry

Luana M. Perry, age 67, of Dubuque, passed away at 7:15 a.m. on Monday, September 7, 2020, at ManorCare Health Services. To celebrate Luana’s life, private family services were held. Burial will be in Center Grove Cemetery following cremation. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Luana was born on July 22, 1953, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Paul and Virginia (Manuel) Perry.

Luana graduated from high school and went on to attend Clarke College where she studied social work. She was employed with Goodwill, ARC and the Gannon Center. In her free time, Luana enjoyed researching family tree history and scrapbooking her findings to share with others. She also liked to put together puzzles, pay card games and work on crossword puzzles. Luana especially loved spending time with all of her nieces and nephews. Luana’s faith was very important to her, and she was an active member of Faith Temple United Pentecostal Church. Luana will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish Luana’s memory include

her siblings,
Steven (Jo) Perry, Dubuque, IA,
Philip (Sandra) Perry, Dubuque, IA,
Bruce Perry, Amarillo, TX,
Larry Perry, East Dubuque, IL,
Paula Goerdt, Davenport, IA,
Jeff (Carol) Perry, Farley, IA,
Faith (Bruce) Hoskins, Dubuque, IA,
Patty Perry, Dubuque, IA
and Timothy (Shelly) Perry, Dubuque, IA;

and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Luana was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Michael A. Perry; 2 sisters, Pamela Perry and Jodie Perry; a brother, Rick Perry; a brother-in-law, Herb Goerdt; and a nephew, Adam Goerdt.

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