Obituaries Archive

David A. McDonnell

David A. “Dave” McDonnell, 77, of Bernard, Iowa passed away on January 30, 2020 at MercyOne Medical Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 3rd, 2020 at St. Patrick’s Garryowen Church with Rev. James Bergin, SVD officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery with military honors accorded by Cascade American Legion Post 528. Family and friends may gather after 9:00 a.m. Monday at the church until time of service. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is in charge of arrangements.

Dave was born on October 4, 1942 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Ambrose and Florence (Lambe) McDonnell. He graduated from St. Columbkilles High School and served in the US Army Special Forces from 1964 to 1967 in Vietnam. Dave worked as a Federal Meat Inspector for many years.

He was past commander of the Cascade American Legion Post 528, member of the Bernard Commercial Club, Bernard Fire & Rescue, St. Patrick’s Garryowen Church and the Bernard Baseball team.

David loved life and being with family. He enjoyed his many fishing trips, hunting, and trips to Colorado. He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Iowa Hawkeye fan and enjoyed a good game of golf.

He is survived by his siblings, Sr. Marlene McDonnell, SFCC, of Bernard, Iowa, Don (Sharon) McDonnell, of Asbury, Iowa, Lynn McDonnell, of Bernard, Iowa, Dan (Margie) McDonnell, of Dubuque, Iowa. Nieces and nephews Diann (John) Buss, Nancy (Pat) Rehm, Gary (Amy) McDonnell, Kevin (Jill) McDonnell, Mark (Deb) McDonnell, Amanda (Eric) Davidson, and Heather (Jim) Saul; along with numerous great nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ambrose and Florence McDonnell.

In lieu of flowers a David A. McDonnell memorial fund will be established.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Bernard Fire and Rescue for all their care, kindness and help. They would also like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at MercyOne Medical Center and Hospice of Dubuque for all their care and compassion.

Harrison Lochner

Harrison “Buddy” Lochner passed away peacefully on January 30, 2020 at Grand Meadows, Asbury, IA.

A Mass of Christian burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Anthony’s Church with Rev. Steve Rosonke officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. He requested that there be no wake service, but that you remember him in your prayers. Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Road, is entrusted with arrangements.

Buddy was born on September 9, 1924, in Dubuque, son of Harry and Frances (Schaefer) Lochner. He graduated from Loras Academy. After graduation, he joined the Army and was stationed in Okinawa. He served 30 months in the army as an electrician.

After his time in the service, he went into the family business, The Dubuque Electric Motor Service, with his father, Harry, and brother, Philip. The business was started in 1939 by his father. After their father’s death, he and Philip co-owned and ran the business until their retirement.

Buddy lived a very active life. When he was younger, he was an involved member of St. Mary’s Parish and participated in the Legion of Mary. He played handball and volleyball at the YMCA and rode many miles on his bike on the trails around the Dubuque area. He loved to play cards, especially Euchre. He often played cards with family, but also played cards on a regular basis with a group of friends. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He went on fishing trips to Minnesota with his father; and together on weekends they would fish on the Mississippi River from their pontoon boat. He also was an active member of the Lions Club and worked many hours at their food booth during the annual Dubuque County Fair. He lived with his parents and took wonderful care of them in their final years.

After his parent’s death, he moved from his family home and joined St. Anthony’s Parish. He lived on his own until age 93 and then moved to Grand Meadows.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Frances Lochner; his brother, Philip Lochner; his sister, Ardith Lochner Donovan; brother-in-law, Al Donovan; sister-in-law, Dorothy O’Leary Lochner; and nephew, Donald Lochner.

He is survived by nieces and nephews, Kathy Karm, Bill (Mary) Donovan, Pat Donovan, Molly David, Dan (Sharon) Donovan and Larry (Jeanine) Lochner and many great nieces and nephews.

Thank you to the wonderful staff of Grand Meadows and Hospice of Dubuque for assisting in Buddy’s care. Memorials can be made to St. Anthony’s Catholic Church or the Dubuque Noon Lions Club.

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

James G. Willenbring

James G. Willenbring, 83 of Dyersville, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2020, at Unity Point Finley Hospital, Dubuque.

Visitation will be held 3-8 p.m. Sunday, February 2, 2020, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville where the Dyersville Fire Department will gather at 4:45 p.m. and the American Legion will hold a service 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Monday morning from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 3, 2020, SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Petersburg, Iowa with burial in the church cemetery where military honors will be accorded by American Legion Post 137. Rev. Dennis Quint will officiate.

Jim was born in Petersburg, Iowa the son of John and Hilda Willenbring. He married Janet Huberty on January 16, 1971 in Dyersville. Jim served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for the city of Dyersville for 29 years. Throughout his life, Jim enjoyed bowling, and being an avid Chicago White Sox fan, he loved the game of baseball. In his younger years, Jim played for the Dyersville Whitehawks and later coached them. Jim was a member of the American Legion Post 137.

Survivors include his children: Julie (Doug) Bockenstedt of Dubuque, Judy Willenbring and Joe (Shana) Willenbring both of Dyersville and Jill (Nathan) Black of Farley, 3 grandchildren: Taurus Black, Allyssa Dean, Isaiah Willenbring, 1 brother, LeRoy “Sal” Willenbring of Bellevue and sister-in-law, Olga Willenbring of Petersburg.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Janet in 2017, granddaughter, Isabelle Dean at birth, parents-in-law, Donald and Eileen (Westermeier) Huberty, siblings: Ervin Willenbring, in-laws: Patricia Willenbring and Jack Huberty.

The family would like to thank the staff at Unity Point Finley, especially Dr. Nyabuti for their wonderful care.

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

Terese A. McCarthy

Terese A. “Teri” McCarthy, age 69 of Dodgeville, Wisconsin, formerly of Dubuque, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on January 25, 2020 at Edenbrook of Platteville, with her loving family by her side.  To celebrate Teri’s life, a Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church, 519 West Roosevelt Street, Cuba City, WI, with Father David Flanagan officiating.  Family and friends of Teri’s may gather to visit prior to the service from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the church.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Teri’s family.

Teri was born on August 3, 1950, in Waterloo, Iowa, and quickly became a beautiful adopted daughter to Maurice and Mary (Connolly) Kuhl.  She was raised in a loving home where she eventually embraced the art of caring for others as her mission in life.  She devoted many years of her working career serving others with the Cuba City Nursing Home as a CNA, but also found time to help those in need as a service representative with Beltone, and even spent a little time as a friendly face and greeter at Walmart.  As long as she was directly impacting people in her days, Teri was content with any position she found herself in.  She was also a devoted wife and mother who always kept her husband, Arnold “Art” McCarthy, and her son, Steven, close under her adoring wings.  In time, medical issues would find their way into Teri’s life, but she continually fought to never lose sight of the love she had for her family.

Teri was quite fond of the simple things in life outside of work and family also.  Any opportunity to travel was always accepted with unwavering enthusiasm.  She was fortunate to be able to travel throughout the entire United States, but even Teri would admit that their regular trips over to Chicago were among her favorites.  Teri was a fun loving, out-going Irish lass who surely made the most of her 69 years among us.  Bringing a comforting smile to a stranger’s face was where she found her joy again and again.  Sadly, today we must wipe the tears from our own faces as Teri has been called to her heavenly home.  We find peace in knowing that she can now, once again, hear the sweet sound of Art’s voice in her ear and thankfully find peace from her earthly struggles.  We will forever treasure the wonderful memories she leaves behind and faithfully recall her joyful smile when even the slightest cloudy days come our way.  Thank-you, Teri, for being an excellent example of what a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, daughter and friend looks like and may you find rest from your labors until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Teri include,

her son,
Steven (Georgia) Nitsos, Cuba City, Wisconsin;

her 2 grandsons,
Christopher Nitsos and Seth Nitsos;

her sister-in-law, Jan Scholl, State College, Pennsylvania;

her best friend of 47 years,

Linda Sangston, Dubuque, Iowa:

along with numerous extended family, friends and neighbors.

Teri was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Art; her brother, Patrick Scholl; and her sister, RoseAnn Scholl.

Teri’s family would like to extend a sincere thank-you to the doctors, nurses and staff at Edenbrook and St. Croix Hospice for all of their professional and compassionate care of Teri, and her family.

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

Merlin G. Manders

Merlin G. “Merlie” Manders, 73, of LaMotte, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, January 30, 2020, at his home.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Monday, February 3, 2020, at First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. at the church.  Burial will be at Holy Rosary Cemetery, LaMotte, Iowa.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Merlin George Manders was born on April 23, 1946 near LaMotte, Iowa, to George and Lena (Till) Manders.  He was a 1964 graduate of Andrew High School after attending LaMotte Catholic School.  He married Vicki Rae Miller Pruess on July 8, 1994 near LaMotte, Iowa.

“Merlie” had been a member of the National Guard for six years.  He then farmed south of LaMotte for 35 years.  During that time, he served on the LaMotte Fire Board from 1976 to 2008 and received the Service Award from the LaMotte Community Fire Board for 33 years of service.  He also was a member of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.

His main hobby was maintaining equipment and farm buildings.  He could fix most anything and spent lots of time keeping the buildings on the farm in good shape as well as the lawn and garden.  He enjoyed designing things for the farm like a deck, nursery for the plants and an attachment for the snowblower on the skid loader so it wouldn’t throw gravel into the lawn.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife of 25 years, Vicki Manders of LaMotte, IA; children, Dan (Rachel) Manders of Cedar Rapids, IA, Robert (Lydia) Manders of CO, and Angella (fiancé Lee Kinsella) Manders of Dubuque, IA; step-children, Misty (Ben) Halmers of CT, and Jason (Chris) Pruess of Roswell, NM; 8 grandchildren; a brother, Ronald (Linda) Manders of LaMotte, IA; and sisters, Mary Ann (Vern) Haxmeier of LaMotte, IA, and Lorraine Manderscheid of Andrew, IA.  He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Kenneth, a sister Janice Pitz, and a son Chris.

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

Delores E. Nauman

Dolores E. (Linden) Nauman, age 96, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 6:26 a.m., on Wednesday, January 29, 2020, at Stonehill Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Dolores’ life, family and friends may visit from 12:00 noon until the time of services at 3:30 p.m., on Sunday, February 2, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, with Sr. Margaret Anne Kramer officiating the service.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery at a later date following cremation.

Dolores was born on December 3, 1923, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Earl and Elizabeth (Straub) Linden.

Dolores grew up in Dubuque where she graduated from Dubuque Senior High School.  She was united in marriage to the love of her life, Charles Nauman, on January 10, 1948, in Oceanside, California.  They were blessed with 59 wonderful years together and happily “tolerated” 5 children, before he was sadly called home ahead of her on August 12, 2007.  Not only was Dolores a full time wife, mother and homemaker, but she was also employed at May’s Drug Store, Alverno Apartments and was owner of the Old 20 Inn.  Her Catholic faith was very important to Dolores and she was a long time member of St. Anthony’s Church and the Watania Club.  In her younger days Dolores was quite the dancer, and a regular at Melody Mill.  In later years she enjoyed bowling and playing Euchre, as well as playing the organ and piano, cooking and tending to her flowers and rose bushes.  Dolores was a fantastic cook and loved to bake bread and cakes.  She also enjoyed spending time on the beaches in Florida where she spent time every February.  Family however always brought the brightest smile to Dolores’ face, she loved each and every one of her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and siblings dearly.  We are deeply saddened at losing Dolores in our daily lives, but take some comfort in the fact that she is now free of the health issues she has faced so bravely, and is gracing the dance floor in Heaven with her beloved Charles for all Eternity.

Those left to cherish Dolores’ memory include

her children,
Judy (Bob Canon) Nauman, Dubuque, IA,
Peter Nauman, Payson, AZ,
Dean (Holly) Nauman, Dubuque, IA,
Lorin (Virginia) Nauman, Warriors Mark, PA
and Ken Nauman, Sarasota, FL;

her grandchildren,
Jared (Calista), Jolynn, Chambers, Ian, Ken and Amanda;

her great-grandchildren,
Mia, Corbin, Kalyn, Derik and Ridge;

her great great-granddaughter,
Raelynne;

and her siblings,
Donald Linden,
Pete (Darlene) Linden,
Jack Linden,
Char Simon
and Janice (Fred) Wuertzer.

Dolores was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Nauman; 3 brothers, Tom (Ida) Linden, Delbert Linden and Robert “Bob” (Esther) Linden; a sister-in-law, Dorothy Linden; a brother-in-law, Paul Simon; and a step-daughter, Rachael Nauman.

Dolores’ family would like to thank the outstanding care givers at Stonehill, especially those in the memory care unit, and Hospice of Dubuque, for being so kind, sweet and attentive to all of Dolores’ needs these past years.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among her favorite charities.

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

Timothy J. Ruden

Timothy John Ruden, 59, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on January 28, 2020 at MercyOne Medical Center surrounded by family.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory.

Tim was born on August 21, 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Don Ruden and Joyce (Hermes) Ruden. In 1979 he graduated Dubuque Hempstead High School in Dubuque and was employed as custodian for Dubuque community school district for 25 years before retiring

He married Deb (Klaas) Ruden on September 19th, 1981 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque.

Tim was a loving husband to Deb, his children and two grandchildren. he loved the outdoors, hunting, and fishing were his favorite pastimes. Tim could often be found working in his yard or tending to his garden in which he took great pride. His loyal Labrador companions Sam and Sadies were always by his side. Tim never complained even throughout his 4-year courageous battle with cancer. Earth may have lost a beautiful soul, but Heaven gained a mighty warrior.

Tim is survived by his wife Deb Ruden; his children, Amanda Ruden, TJ (Brandy) Ruden; two grandchildren Rylie and Noah Ruden. His mother, Joyce (Hermes) Ruden; siblings: Christine (Mark) Richman, of Omaha, Nebraska, Mike (Susan) Ruden, of Dubuque, Michelle Colby of Virginia Beach, VA, Patrick (Kelly) Ruden, of Marietta GA, Brian (Ann) Ruden, of Dubuque, and Mark (Jodi) Ruden, of Dubuque. His mother-in-law Yvonne Klaas, of Dubuque; Sisters-in-law Carolyn Klaas, of Dubuque, and Sue (Bob) Biddle of East Dubuque; brother-in-law, Paul Klaas, of Tracey, CA, along with many nieces and nephews and his beloved black lab Sam.

Tim was preceded in death by his Grandparents, Chris and Myrtle (Pline) Hermes and clarence and Sylvia Ruden; his father, Don Ruden; father-in-law, Herb Klaas, and his beloved chocolate lab Sadie.

Thank you to Dr. Engelman and the Oncology team, MercyOne Medical Center along with the emergency room staff and physicians for all their care, kindness and compassion.

Geraldine A. (Welsh) Ryan

Geraldine A. (Welsh) Ryan died suddenly on January 27, 2020 at home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 1, 2020 at St. Joseph Key West Church. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 31, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a rosary will be said at 3:00 p.m.

Geri was born July 26, 1935. Daughter of Clem and Regina (Shannon) Welsh. She graduated from Visitation Academy. She married Paul F. Ryan on October 15, 1955 at St. Joseph’s Church Key West. She was a lifelong member of St. Joseph Key West.

She worked at Brown Publishing, Oakland Farms Dairy, and Grandview Dairy Store. She was active in the Rosary Society, Craft League, Parish Festivals. She helped in the restoration of the parish grotto. She was the director the St. Joseph’s School Lunch program for over 20 years. She was involved in 4H, the Dubuque County Fair.

Geri was passionate about quilting and was active in her quilting groups like the Cable Car Quilt Group especially the Quilts of Valor. She was active in the craft group at St. Joseph’s Church. Geri’s other activities included being the Trustee of Table Mound Township and the Firefighters Memorial in Coralville, Iowa. Geri also spent many hours as a volunteer at Table Mound Elementary School. More recently, Geri enjoyed traveling to Columbus, Georgia and Ankeny, Iowa to visit family for a good competitive game of Shanghai Rummy.

Family members left to mourn her loss include her seven children: Nancy Ryan, of Columbus, GA, David Ryan, of Atlanta, GA, Barbara (Mark) Fortson, of Fortson GA, Patti (Ken Mueller) Ryan, of Key West, IA., Shari (Pat) Johnson, of Asbury, IA, Mark (Kathy) Ryan, of Ankeny, IA, Shannon (Matt) Vrotsos, of Key West, IA. Ten grandchildren: Alyce Ryan, of Columbus, GA, Tom (Monica) Fortson, of Columbus, GA, Joe (Rachel) Fortson, of Columbus, GA, Rachel Johnson, of Dubuque, IA, Zach, Nathan, and Olivia Ryan, of Ankeny, IA, Ryan, Madelyne, and Chloe Vrotsos, of Key West, IA; and three great-grandchildren: Charlotte and Jack Fortson, and Ryan Fortson. Geri is also survived by her brother Donald (Margery) Welsh, Mary Jane (Frank) Martin, and Carolyn (Carl) Moyer, all of Dubuque, IA. Her sisters in-law: Gail Ryan, of East Dubuque, IL, Kay Steuck and Andrea Ryan, of Dubuque, IA.

Preceded in death by the love her life, Paul and other family members, Eileen and Ted Beaves, Ray Ryan, William Ryan, and Robert Steuck.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Geraldine Ryan memorial fund.

The family would like to thank the Key West Fire Dept. for all their care and compassion.

Florence M. (Rauch) Kafar

Florence M. (Rauch) Kafar, age 89, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully on Tuesday, January 28, 2020, at her home surrounded by her family. There will be no services or visitation according to Florence’s wishes. Burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street is in charge of arrangements.

Florence’s family would like to express our love and admiration to her son, David, for the love and selfless care that he gave to mom 24 hours a day in her time of need. Also a heartfelt thanks to everyone at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their outstanding care of Florence.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.

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

James J. Mueller

James J. “Jim” Mueller, 69, of Cuba City, Wisconsin, died Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends may call from 4-7:30 p.m. Thursday, January 30, 2020, at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City. Private family burial will take place at a later date.

Jim was born on September 15, 1950, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Leroy and Dorthy (Lynch) Mueller. He married Joan M. Vosberg on October 16, 1976, at St. Joseph’s Church, Sinsinawa, Wisconsin. She preceded him in death on February 8, 2011.

Jim enjoyed tractor pulls, working in the fields, driving his Bobcat, fixing equipment and doing anything that needed to be done on the farm along with sharing stories. He loved playing euchre at the kitchen table with his family and “extended family.” Jim also loved racing cars or racing his family members home. His grandpa nicknamed Jim “Jimmy Cricket.” To many more he was “Uncle Jim” or “Dad.”

Survivors include his children, Tami Mueller and Brian Mueller, both of Cuba City; his sisters, Elly (Artie) Mentz, Dubuque, and Karen (Merlin) Steffen, Peosta; and his brothers, Nick Mueller, and Dave (Dawn) Mueller, both of Dubuque.

He was also preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Don and Eugene.

In lieu of flowers, a Jim Mueller Memorial Fund has been established.

A special thank you to the staff at UW-Hospital, MercyOne Dubuque, Hospice of Dubuque and Stonehill Care Center .

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseyfuneralhome.net.

Daniel P. Molony

Daniel P. “Pat” Molony, 88, of Peosta, Iowa, died on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at Eagle Point Place, Dubuque, Iowa.

To celebrate Pat’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M on Thursday, January 30, 2020 at St. Patrick’s Church Garryowen, Bernard, Iowa.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Michael Hutchins, SVD officiating.  Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery. Military honors will be accorded by Cascade American Legion Post 28. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Daniel Patrick Molony was born in Bernard, Iowa on January 24, 1932 to Michael and Grace (Cannon) Molony.  He was the youngest of ten children and grew up farming with the family.  After graduation from Campion Jesuit High School in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, he worked as a skilled tradesman with his brother Michael in Madison, Wisconsin until 1970.  He returned to family farming near Otter Creek, Iowa in 1970.

On November 22, 1958, Pat married Elaine M. Beauchamp at Naivety Church in Dubuque.  Pat is survived by his wife, Elaine, and his children Patrick, Erin, Timothy (Laura), and Luke (Victoria), as well as his brother, Richard Molony of Bernard.  Pat was blessed with five grandchildren; Liam, Brighid, Keelin, Katie, and Gracie.  Pat was predeceased by his parents, his other siblings, his son Shawn and daughter Mary.

Pat was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers, Chicago Cubs, and a lifelong Democrat.  He enjoyed his years of farming and time spent socializing with friends and family.

Pat’s final months were spent at Ennoble Rehabilitation Center and Eagle Point Place under the care of Hospice of Dubuque.  His care providers treated him with dignity and grace, as well as, compassion.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Lung Association.

Mary Kathryn Lassance

Mary Kathryn Lassance, 92, Epworth, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, January 28, 2020 at Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Mary Kathryn will be held from 2 to 8 p.m., Friday, January 31, 2020 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, where a prayers service will be held at 2 p.m. Visitation will also be held after 9 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Kathryn will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 1, 2020 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Epworth, Iowa with Rev. Michael Schueller officiating. Burial will be held in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Epworth, Iowa.

Mary Kathryn was born May 30, 1927 in Placid, Iowa, daughter of Joseph and Irene (Casey) Urbain. She received his education in the rural country schools in Placid, St. Joseph’s High School and Mount Mercy College in Cedar Rapids, IA and finished her teaching degree at University of Dubuque in Dubuque, IA. Mary Kathryn was a teacher for 43 years until her retirement in 1989. On April 14, 1951 she was united in marriage to David J. Lassance. Together the couple farmed in the rural Epworth area. He preceded her in death on February 12, 2012.

She was a member of St. Patrick’s Parish and St. Patrick’s Altar and Rosary Society in Epworth, Iowa. Mary Kathryn was also a life member of the Retired Teachers Association and a former member of the Farley Catholic Daughters of Americas Presentation Court #1460.

She is survived by four children, Paul Lassance of Dubuque, IA, Ray (Jeannie) Lassance of San Bernadino, CA, Peggy (John Becker) Becker of Dubuque, IA, and Patty (Pat) Veneziano of Dubuque, IA; one daughter-in-law, Kathy Conner of Dubuque, IA; 9 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; one brother, Jerome Urbain of Epworth, IA; five sisters, Donna Flynn of Dubuque, IA, Elaine Decker of Fountain Hills, AZ, Jane Sweeney of Epworth, IA, Ellen Lindauer of Cascade, IA and Nora (Bruce) Cottrell of Dubuque, IA; two brothers-in-law, Bill Adams of Dyersville, IA and Joe O’Brien of Cascade, IA; two sisters-in-law, Ethel Doyle of Dubuque, IA and Ann Kiss of Montreal, Canada.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Tim Lassance on October 7, 2000; one great grandson, Samuel Rysavy; her sisters, Joanne Adams and Monica O’Brien; sister-in-law, Mary Parthun.

In lieu of flowers a Mary Kathryn Lassance memorial fund has been established.

The family would like to thank the staff of Oak Park Place, Hawkeye Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for all the wonderful care and kindness they gave to Mary Kathryn.

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

Tracy L. Holland

Tracy L. Holland, 63, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House in Bettendorf, Iowa.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of Tracy from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, January 31, 2020, in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation rites have been accorded. A private burial will be at Canton, Iowa at a later date.

Tracy Lynn Holland was born on October 18, 1956 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Clyde Carson and Jane Carol (Yarolem) Holland. She attended Midland of Wyoming Community Schools. She grew up in Monmouth and lived in Maquoketa for the past four years.

She had worked odd jobs throughout the years most notably at Hoof Products in Maquoketa and lastly for Gib Marcucci Stables in Monmouth.

Tracy enjoyed fishing, playing Yahtzee and Bingo with friends.

Those left to honor Tracy’s memory include her six siblings, Ronnie (Alice) Holland of Rockwell, IA, Cindy Holland of Maquoketa, IA, Mary Jo (Dave) Fuller of Monmouth, IA, Richard Holland of Marion, IA, Ed (Joleen) Holland of Wyoming, IA, and Gary (Tammy) Holland of Monmouth, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Tracy Lynn Holland memorial fund.

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

Shirley E. Barker

Shirley E. Barker, 75, of Davenport, Iowa, and formerly of Maquoketa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

A Natural Journey Farewell with cremation has taken place. A private burial will be held in the Andrew, Iowa Cemetery at a later date.

Shirley Elizabeth Jorgensen was born on October 22, 1944 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Glenn and Lois (Siegel) Jorgensen. She was a 1962 graduate of Andrew High School. She married Alvin Barker on August 25, 1963 at Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew, Iowa.

Shirley had worked for Wenger Truck Line in Davenport as a payroll manager for over 24 years. She and Alvin had lived in Maquoketa from 1963 to 1985 and from 1985 until present in Davenport.

She enjoyed gardening, camping, crosswords and spending winters in Texas. She was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. She especially enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren play sports.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Alvin Barker of Davenport, IA; children, Todd (Fiancé Billee Brinkman) of Andover, MN, Brian (Amy) Barker of Grand Rapids, MI, Janelle Barker of Davenport, IA, and Scott (Christy) Barker of Long Grove, IA; 7 grandchildren, Jacob, Zachary, Kyle, Emily, Taylor, Mason, and Abigail; and 3 great-grandchildren, Nolan, Roman and Isaac.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister Carol, and infant twins Donna and Johnna.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

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

James J. Pasker

James “Jim” Joseph Pasker, 85, of Edgewood, Iowa, formerly of Colesburg, passed away on Monday, January 27, 2020, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home in Edgewood. He was born on September 30, 1934, in New Vienna, the son of Albert and Alvina (Wiskus) Pasker, and graduated from St. Boniface Catholic School in New Vienna in 1952.

Following graduation, Jim farmed, in the Colesburg area. On September 29, 1956, Jim was united in marriage to Marie Maiers at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Colesburg. The couple continued to farm, and six children were born to this union. In 1972, Jim began working for John Deere. He quit farming in 1986 and retired from John Deere in 1994.

Jim was a long-time member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in Colesburg. He enjoyed Polka music and dancing as well as fishing and watching the St. Louis Cardinals and the Iowa Hawkeye basketball team. Jim and Marie wintered in Panama Beach, Florida, for several years.

Jim is survived by his wife, Marie Pasker of Edgewood; five children, Kevin (Susan) Pasker of Bicknell, Indiana, Mike (Sue) Pasker of Manchester, Julie (Scott) Thompson of Cedar Rapids, Jeff (Carolyn) Pasker of Lake Crystal, Minnesota, and Bob (Penny Powers) Pasker of Garber; 15 grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Grace Pasker of New Vienna.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Charles in 1978; two brothers, Urban Pasker and Leon Pasker; and a sister, Verna (John) Westmark.

Online condolences may be sent to www.leonard-mullerfh.com.

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at St. Patrick Parish Center in Colesburg, Iowa, with Reverend John Haugen officiating. Visitation: 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2020, at St. Patrick Parish Center in Colesburg, where there will be a private family Scripture service at 2:30 p.m. Friends may also call from 9:00 to 9:45 a.m. before Mass on Saturday at the center. Interment: St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery – Colesburg, Iowa