Obituaries Archive

Paul J. Lattner

Paul Joseph “Pauly” Lattner, 54, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 18, 2019 at home after battling kidney failure.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 24th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where an informal service will be at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in Mount Olivet Cemetery. In honor of Pauly please wear your favorite sports apparel. (College, NFL, MLB or NASCAR).

Paul was born on February 19, 1965 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Allen and Carol (Maiers) Lattner. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1983. Pauly and his father Allen drove trucks for many years all over our beautiful country. Lastly, he was employed with Marty Arensdorf Quarries.

Pauly had a sense of humor like no other. On many trips to Iowa City he could point out every quarry on the way. The nurses in Iowa City were sad to see him leave because he made their day go faster. Pauly loved hunting, playing cards, and was an avid pool player. He enjoyed watching all sports especially NASCAR, he never missed a race, and watching the Dallas Cowboys.

He is survived by his mother Carol Lattner, of Dubuque (Jiggs Hoftender, of East Dubuque); siblings, Pam Vaassen-Sippel and her husband Scott, of Dubuque, Pat Lattner and his wife Kathy, of Long Grove, IA, and Peggy Flanagan and her husband Mike, of Dubuque. Nephews: Nick Vaassen (fiance Natalie Schildgen), Dylan Flanagan (Kristina Robey), Logan Flanagan, Mason Lattner, Tyler Sippel and Trevor Sippel, along with his step-mother Linda Lattner.

He is preceded in death by his father Allen Lattner; grandparents Lyle & Helen Lattner, Pete and Bertha Maiers along with many aunts, uncles and other relatives.

The family would like to thank Dr. John Whalen and the staff at Tri-State Dialysis, Hospice of Dubuque for all their wonderful care they gave to Pauly. A special thank you to all of Pauly’s friends that stopped to visit and enjoy his endless sense of humor and reminisce about old times and thank you to Jiggs Hoftender for taking Carol and Paul to Iowa City for his appointments.

Joe Szeibel

Joe Szeibel, 90, of Luther Manor in Dubuque, passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at Luther Manor.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 23, 2019 at St. Raphael Cathedral with Msgr. Thomas Toale officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, September 22nd, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 1:00 p.m.

Joe Szeibel was born on October 25, 1928 in a small village, Vallaj, in Eastern Hungary. He was born into a modest family of little means. His parents were Pal Szeibel and Rozsa Praszler. Pal died during Joe’s youth.

When World War II broke out, Joe enlisted in the Hungarian Army. He was only 16, but it was a ticket out of poverty. He was able to enter the Hungarian Military Academy, and became a quartermaster. He served for over 10 years in the Hungarian Army, achieving the rank of Lieutenant.

In 1955 Joe married Eva Szabo. Their only child Peter was born in 1956, just months before the Hungarian Revolt against the Soviets broke out. As a result of political upheaval and violence, Joe and Eva fled from Hungary with their infant son, under difficult circumstances, and immigrated to the United States.

After a few years in Trenton, New Jersey, the family moved to New York City. Joe took on jobs as an accountant, while Eva worked in mechanical drafting. Joe eventually landed a steady job with Air-India in New York. As an airline employee, he enjoyed travel benefits, and the family started to travel to other countries during vacations. Joe travelled extensively, visiting countries throughout Europe, Asia, and South America. He was fond of the tropics, especially the Hawaiian Islands. Joe’s son Peter excelled academically, went to medical school, graduating with his M.D. in 1982. He trained in psychiatry and continues to work as a clinical psychiatrist.

Joe’s wife Eva died in 1991 at the age of 59. Joe was devastated. By then, Peter had moved from New York to the Midwest. Joe was now all alone. He had no family left in New York. He continued working for a few years, and eventually retired from Air-India in 1997. He moved to Dubuque in 2002 to be near his son, his daughter-in-law Carmen Hernandez, and his three grandchildren, Hannah, Matthew, and Sarah. Hannah lives in Dubuque, and is married with two daughters, Isla and Penny Von Mulert. Matthew now lives in San Juan, Puerto Rico, while Sarah lives in San Francisco.

Joe’s health took a turn for the worse in 2013, after which he was no longer able to live independently. He then lived with Peter and Carmen for four years, after which he was placed into a care facility. In his last years he struggled with Alzheimer’s Disease, as well as declining physical health. He died at Luther Manor on Sept, 15, 2019.

Jerry F. Heim

Jerry F. Heim, 74, of Dubuque, formally of La Motte, IA, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday September 15, 2019 surrounded by the love of his family.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday September 19, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be said at 2:45 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 20th, 2019 at The Church of the Nativity with Father Lyle Wilgenbusch officiating. Burial will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery in Bernard, IA with military honors by the Iowa Army National Guard.

Jerry was born on May 26, 1945 in Bellevue, IA to Vincent and Elizabeth (Clasen) Heim. In 1963, he graduated from Holy Rosary High School in LaMotte, IA.

Jerry married Ginny (Esser/Shanahan) Heim on June 19, 1981. They spent 38 special years together.

Jerry worked for John Deere Dubuque Works for 12 years. He then went to work for Robert and Mary Schulte Construction, Orkin Pest Control and ended up retiring from Cascade Lumber in 2006. His two favorite employers were Robert and Mary Schulte and Cascade Lumber who always treated him like family. In addition, he served in the Iowa National Guard 1963 to 1967.

Jerry enjoyed fishing, camping, golfing, bowling, working in his workshop, playing euchre and blackjack with an occasional trip to the casino to play the penny slots. Upon retirement, Jerry and Ginny became snow birds for 3 years in Florida with Duane and Shirly Esser.

Jerry is survived by his wife Ginny of 38 years and 2 daughters, Sue (Mark) Howard of Basehor, KS, and Amiee Heim. His 2 grandchildren, William and Addison Howard. His brother Joe (Mary) Heim of Waverly, NE, Elaine (John) Pitts of Dubuque; Phylis Wolbers of Dubuque and Norb (Dee) Heim of Dubuque. Marlene (Steve) Sauser of Cascade; Duane (Shirley) Esser of Prairie du Chein WI; Jane (Doug) Ledbury of Alma, WI, Judy (Ken) Raisbeck of Cassville, WI and Bev Esser. His extended family, Eulaine (Jim) Hutchcroft Paul (Arlene) Shanahan, Bob Timmerman, George and Mary Felderman and Chuck (Mary) Shanahan. Plus many nieces and nephews.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Vincent and Elizabeth Heim, brothers William and Jim Heim, brother in law Sam Wolbers, sister in law Marilyn Heim, father and mother in law Vincent and Marie Esser, Gary and Marsha Esser, his extended family, Ann Timmerman, Loras and Julie Shanahan, John and Isabelle Shanahan and Pat Shanahan.

Jerry was a proud papa to his two grandchildren, William and Addison. He often said William was his little pill who helped him fight many health battles since William was 9 months old and that Addison was the apple of his eye. He was always quick with a joke and enjoyed watching a good western.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the family, friends and to the neighbors of Andrew Court especially the Noel family who were always there when they needed help. Jerry and Shirley Tauke for the numerous games of Euchre. Dr. Cao and his nurse Melissa, Dr. Kahn, Finley Hospital, University of Iowa Health Systems, Dr. Schope and his nurse Lori and Hospice of Dubuque especially Jen, Amy and Ryan.

In lieu of flowers, a Jerry F Heim memorial fund has been established.

Bart L. Germaine

Bart Larry Germaine, 71, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2019 with family by his side after a nine-year battle with prostate cancer.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 24th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Ceremony of the Four Fives by the Dubuque County Firefighters will follow the service. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, September 23rd, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory where the Dubuque County Firefighters will assemble at 6:30 p.m.

Bart was born on July 16, 1948 in Dubuque the son of Leslie and Mary (Kiebler) Germaine. He graduated Dubuque Senior High School in 1966.

He started working at John Deere Dubuque Works in August 1966 and worked as a tool and die maker and later as a test fixture engineer in the construction and forestry department before retiring in 2013 after 47 years of service. Upon retirement, Bart enjoyed working with his son, Jason, and the crew of Germaine Electric

He married Sheila Graham on July 29, 1972 at St. Patrick’s church in Dubuque.

Bart joined the Key West Fire Department in 1977 where he served as Captain, Chief, and Assistant Chief and retired from the department in 2015 after 38 years of volunteer service.

In younger years, he enjoyed drag racing at Cordova in his 1967 gold Chevelle; hunting, watching NASCAR races; fishing… Bart and Sheila enjoyed traveling, especially after their retirement when they traveled to Alaska, Hawaii, and eastern Canada and New England; they also enjoyed their time spent in Ft. Myers, Florida during the winter months.

He was a member of the UAW Local 94, Iowa Firefighters Association, Dubuque County Firefighters Association, and past member of Iowa Fire Chief Association.

In 2011, Bart was inducted into the Dubuque County Fire Association “Hall of Flame”.

He is survived by his wife Sheila; children Jason (fiance, Alyssa Hrubes) Germaine, Julie (Jim) Earp; grandchildren, Kaily (Andrew) Belken, Aiden Germaine, Owen Earp; Step-grandchildren, Emmer, Elli, Max; Sisters, Mary Trenkamp, Leslie (John) Oswald; sister-in-law, Molly (Mike) Casey; Brothers-in-law, Roger Ege, Bill (Jackie) Graham, Robert (Samantha) Graham; Niece, Ginny (Lars) Lindgren; Nephews, Shane (Jennifer) Oswald, Kirk (Becky) Oswald, Carl (Belinda) Ege, Russell (Tonya) Trenkamp, Tommy Casey, Timmy Casey, Jackson Graham.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Sister, Charmaine Ege; Sister-in-law, Peggy Ketch; Brother-in-law, Tony Trenkamp.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Gus Harb and the staff of Urological Associates in Davenport, Dr. Mark Hermann, Hospice of Dubuque (especially Scott, Amy, Ryan), and members of the Key West Fire Department.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.

Cornelius James Bradley

Cornelius James “Jimmy” Bradley, 93, of La Motte, Iowa passed away on September 15, 2019 at Ennoble Manor.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Paul Gammelin officiating. Burial will follow in Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

He was born on August 17, 1926 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Gordon and Belle (May) Bradley.

He married Lois Ann Bormann on April 29, 1951 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in La Motte, and together they had three children.

Jimmy farmed all his life in Jackson County. He enjoyed spending time in his shop, but most of all he was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

He is survived by his wife Lois Ann; two children Dennis (Sharon) Bradley, of La Motte and Douglas (Renee) Bradley of Bellevue. Two grandchildren, Dallas (Ben) Urbain and Rebecca (Jake) Kilburg; step grandchildren, Audra Ernst & Adam Stark great grandchildren, Lilly, Colten, Nathan, Caden, Tatum, and Josie. One brother Richard Bradley.

Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Dixie Clasen and her husband Rick Clasen, siblings Gordon Bradley and Evelyn Smith.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established.

The family would like to thank Ennoble Manor Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for all their wonderful care and kindness they gave to Jimmy.

Dale J. Kenkel

Dale J. Kenkel, 65, of Dubuque, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019.

Friends may greet the family from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, September 19, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque.

Dale was born May 23, 1954 in Dubuque, the son of John “Jack” Dale and Janet Louise (Chunat) Kenkel. He graduated as Salutatorian from West Dubuque High School. During his high school career, he was an excellent athlete, and held many school records. Brilliant in math, Dale went on to attend Loras College, graduating with his BA in Mathematics.

He was an avid chess player, earning Master status, and teaching his children the game. Dale loved to compete and play all sorts of games, from card games and cribbage to all kinds of sports. Family was everything to Dale, and his happiest moments were spent playing games during family get-togethers.

Dale is survived by four children, Aaron (Melissa) Kenkel of East Dubuque, IL, Seth Kenkel of Champaign, IL, Kaylyn (fiancé Connor Bloyer) Kenkel of Mount Horeb, WI, and Branden Kenkel of Asbury; three grandchildren, Annabelle Kenkel, John “Jack” Kenkel, and William Kenkel, all of East Dubuque; his mother, Janet Kenkel of Dubuque; two brothers, Douglas (Sherri) Kenkel of Epworth, and David Kenkel of Dubuque; one sister, Dori (Carey) Witt of Volente, TX; his longtime companion, Elizabeth “Liz” McAvoy of Dubuque and her family; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, John “Jack” Kenkel; and several aunts and uncles who loved Dale very much.

Memorials may be made to the family.

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

Terry J. Kilburg

Terry J. Kilburg, 53, of Springbrook, Iowa passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 in St. Joseph Hospital, Ann Arbor, Michigan surrounded by his family.

Services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, September 21, 2019 at St. Peter and Paul Church in Springbrook. Visitation will be Friday, September 20, 2019 from 4:00 PM -7:00 PM at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue, Iowa. There will also be visitation from 9:30-10:30 on Saturday morning at the church. Burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will be in the church cemetery.

Terry was born in Dubuque, Iowa on February 3, 1966. On February 22, 1966 he was placed in the loving arms of Alice (Sieverding) and Lorin Kilburg. Terry was a 1984 graduate of Marquette High School and a member of the baseball team. He joined the U.S. Army Rangers and served in the 101st Airborne Division where he dutifully served in Germany, Egypt and Panama. After his service to the U.S. military, he was employed at Innovative Ag Services in Andrew, Iowa and later worked at Cloos & Sons in Springbrook, Iowa. Terry also served as a firefighter for the Springbrook and Andrew fire departments as well as assisting EMT responders.

Terry enjoyed hunting, fishing, shooting darts and being in the outdoors. His kind heart and helpful nature continued after death as his organs were donated to the Gift of Life program in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Terry’s final gift of organ donation restored life’s promise for several families and gives honor to the precious gift of life.

Survivors include Terry’s mother, Alice Kilburg; his children Jessup Kilburg (fiancé Samantha Hanson), Mikayla Kilburg (significant other Jeremy Cruse) and future granddaughter, Tyler and Nick Kilburg; his sisters Jane (Dave) Heiar, Judy (Dave) Herrig, Carole (Joe) Kies and Barb (John) Flammang. He is also survived by his loving and dedicated friend, Julia Boop, as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Terry’s earthly struggles and pain have ended and, he is welcomed into eternal rest by his dad, Lorin Kilburg, grandparents Melvin and Luella Kilburg, Cletus and Clara Sieverding and numerous other relatives.

Terry’s family would like to express deep gratitude to the St. Joseph Hospital staff in Ann Arbor for their compassionate and expert care. The doctors and nurses in ICU and the pastoral team offered ever-present dedication and concern. In addition, the Michigan Gift of Life Team provided extraordinary support in navigating the journey of organ donation, especially the “Honor Walk” which was a moving tribute as Terry left the hospital to become an organ donor.

Memorials to honor Terry’s life may be made to Springbrook Fire & EMS or to a charity of choice.

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

Katherine Grace Frett

Katherine Grace Frett, 12, of Peosta, Iowa, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2019 at Children’s Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, after a lifelong battle with congenital heart disease.

Friends and relatives may call from 3 to 8 p.m., Thursday, September 19, 2019 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Peosta, Iowa, with a wake service to be held at 7:00 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m. Friday September 20th at the Church. The Reiff Funeral home in Epworth, Iowa is in charge of arrangements. Services for Katherine will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 20, 2019 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Peosta, Iowa with Rev. Michael Schueller presiding. Burial will be held in St. John’s Cemetery in Centralia, Iowa.

Katherine was born June 12, 2007 in Iowa City, Iowa, daughter of James and Jennifer (Goodman) Frett. She was just entering her 6th grade year at Drexler Middle School in Farley, IA. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Peosta, IA.

She was small in stature but made up for it in personality. Her smile would light up a room, and her laugh was infectious. She touched so many people in her short life. Her joy for living, even through all her health battles, could not be ignored by anyone who ever met her. She had such a wonderful heart.

She loved the theatre, cats, movies, music, video games, spending time with her friends and cousins, the great outdoors, and her big brother. She was thrilled to be one of the first girls to join Cub Scouts. She met new experiences with enthusiasm. She loved learning the behind-the-scenes of how movies were made, and dreamed of being an animator and screenplay writer.

She is survived by her parents, James and Jennifer Frett of Peosta, IA; a brother, Sean Frett at home; her maternal grandparents, Matt and Jill Goodman of Spragueville, IA; paternal grandparents, Bernie and Phyllis Frett of Preston, IA; great grandparents, Allen and Marilyn Paulsen of Delmar, IA and Duane and Mildred Jacobsen of Washington Island, WI; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her paternal great grandparents, Ben and Elizabeth Frett and John and Regina Clasen and her maternal great grandfather, Paul Goodman.

The family of Katherine would like to thank the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital, the Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford and the Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin for all their care and support and a special thanks to the donor of the heart that Katherine received giving her the greatest gift, another chance at life.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Teresa M. Welch

Teresa M. Welch, 81, of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on September 12, 2019, at Center at Cordera Skilled Facility in Colorado Springs after an extended illness.

A funeral mass celebrating Teresa’s life will be held at 2 P.M., Friday, September 20, 2019, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 P.M., Thursday, September 19, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa where the Rosary will be recited at 4:30 P.M. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

Teresa was born to Henry and Martha Rollinger on May 26, 1938 in Bernard Iowa. Teresa then moved to Maquoketa and lived there until the death of her husband in 1985. At that time she moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado where her oldest daughter lived. She lived there until her death.

Teresa met the love of her life, John Welch and they got married on January, 21, 1955. To this union were born 3 children, Christine, Kathy and Ken. Teresa enjoyed being a stay at home mother until 1976 when she went to work as a Nurses Aid at Maquoketa Community Hospital. Teresa then worked at Medallion Assisted Living in Colorado Springs until her retirement in 2003.

Upon retirement, Teresa moved to Village at the Bluffs in Colorado Springs, where she lived for 17 years and was one of the first residents to move in. Teresa enjoyed all things Iowa Hawkeyes, Denver Broncos and the Colorado Rockies. She also enjoyed knitting blankets, hats and especially Christmas stockings for each of her children and their spouses and grandchildren, but most of all she was the most happiest when all of her family was around!

She is survived by her children, Christine McNeely (Don) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Kathy Napier of Williamstown, Kentucky, and Ken Welch (Theresa) of Madrid, Iowa; her grandchildren, Tom McNeely, Mike McNeely (Sami), Dave McNeely (Holly), John Goodrich (Danielle), Cannon Goodrich, Br. Pier Giorgio Maria Welch and Olivia Welch; great-grandchildren, Alice McNeely, Abbie McNeely, TJ Irvine and Hoyt Goodrich; siblings, Joan McClimon of Dyersville, IA, and Joe (Janet) Rollinger of Maquoketa, IA; and a sister-in-law Joy Rollinger.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 30 years, John Welch, siblings Donald Rollinger, Kay Kiel, Jerry Rollinger, sister-in-law Helen Rollinger, brothers-in-law Bunce Kiel and John McClimon, daughter-in-law Robin Welch and son-in-law Bobby Napier.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to the Religious Order of her grandson, The Franciscan Friars of the Renewal 523 W. 142nd St. New York City, NY 10031.

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

Robert G. Tittle

Robert G. “Bob” Tittle, 69, of Dubuque, Iowa went home to be with Jesus in the early morning hours of September 14th, 2019 after a hard-fought battle with cancer.

Visitation for Bob will be from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A funeral service will be held at 5:00 p.m. Wednesday with his son, Shane Blakeley officiating. Military honors by American Legion Post #6 will be accorded following the service.

Bob was born on July 12, 1950 in Dubuque, Iowa; he came into this world with his beloved twin brother Richard, who precedes him in death. A half brother George Tittle Jr. survives, and his much-loved sister Virginia Darnell precedes him in death. He is survived by his dearly loved niece Connie McDonald.

He grew up in the little area of Daytonville (now Heritage Pond), as a young man Bob was a “hell raiser”. He enlisted in the Army at 17 and served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969. He used to say, “I cannot believe I’ve lived as long as I have.” He gave full credit for that to me; his wife of 43 years and I gladly took it because my precious time with Bob was certainly no walk in the park.

It was growing up in that little area he so loved, where Bob met his life-long “best friend” Don Rusk and you can imagine they had many adventures together. Later in life God gave him another “best friend” Ron “Grumpy” Mueller who kept him laughing to the end. How blessed he was for God to have gifted him with these two and he knew it every day of his life.

Bob was the hardest worker and most honest man I’ve ever known. He married Mary (Smith) Blakeley and together they raised two amazing children. Shane Blakeley and Kelly Tittle. When younger Bob also loved and help raise Stacy Heim. He was a loving grandfather and great grandfather.

Bob worked at Trausch Bakery until retirement, he then went to work for his best friend Don Rusk at Rusk Metal Co. He loved that! His life had come full circle!

He loved to visit with friends especially Grumpy, drink coffee and laugh. He always knew someone everywhere we went. I could go on, but he didn’t leave a big inheritance, what he left me is priceless. Let me just say he was loved by many and will be missed by all who really knew him. Especially his little dog “Dolittle” who he adored.

Special thanks to Hospice of Dubuque and in particular Jen Fondell who has not only been with us thru this tragedy but has truly become a member of our family. Most of all thank you to Marge Mueller who has kept me going. Thank you to Leonard Funeral Home for all you’re doing.

Most of all thank you Jesus for dying for us, John 3:16, so I know right where Bob is.

Gary M. Dangelser

Gary M. Dangelser, 68, of Bellevue, Iowa passed away July 15, 2019 from injuries sustained from a tragic motorcycle accident he and his wife were involved in near Elizabeth, Illinois on July 7, 2019. Gary was surrounded by his loving family.

Memorial Services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 19, 2019 at. St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue, Iowa. Family will greet friends from 9:30 a.m. until the service at the church.

He was born May 3, 1951 in Estherville, Iowa, the oldest son of Philip and Rose (Arend) Dangelser. He graduated from Our Lady of Good Counsel High School, Fonda, Iowa in 1969. He also achieved his Industrial Technology degree from the University of Northern Iowa in 1974 and was immediately hired by John Deere Works Waterloo and retired after 42 years from John Deere Corporate. He married Constance (Connie) Pixley on December 30, 1998 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Survived by his wife, Constance “Connie” Pixley-Dangelser; daughter Charity (Josh) Dangelser of Iowa; son Luke (Nicole) Dangelser of Davenport, Iowa; daughter Lezlea (Christopher) Dahlke of Winona, Minnesota; son Samuel (Emily) Pixley of Portland, Oregon; grandchildren, Mary Jo of Iowa; Chase Allen, Jamison Allen, Owen Dangelser, and Jase Dangelser of Davenport, Iowa; Caroline, Ava, and Calvin Dahlke of Winona, Minnesota; Soren and Alina Lou Pixley of Portland, Oregon; as well as many dear family and friends.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Rose; brothers, Steven and Lynn; brother-in-law, Ron Lundberg and sister-in-law, Mary Moses.

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

Lavern D. Ehrler

Lavern D. “Vern” Ehrler, 55, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 accidentally at home..

Services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church at Schapville, IL (rural Scales Mound), with Rev. James Mehltretter officiating.  Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Galena, IL.

Friends and relatives of Vern may call from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday and after 9:15 a.m. on Thursday at Sherpherd of the Hills Lutheran Church. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is in charge of arrangements.

Vern was born on December 3, 1963 in Galena, IL, the son of Melvin G. and Mary E. (Wachter) Ehrler.  He was a graduate of Scales Mound High School, the class of 1982. Vern was employed at Rite Hite Corporation in Dubuque, IA, for thirty plus years.

His social life consisted of playing pool, darts, bowling, golf, cards, boating and being with friends at some of their favorite places. He was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan. Vern was a life-long member of Sherpherd of the Hills Lutheran Church at Schapville.

Vern will truly be missed by a multitude of family and friends from the entire tri-state area.

Surviving are his siblings, Janice Radabaugh of Galena, IL, Kay Hesselbacher of Apple River, IL, Marie (Harold “Jim”) Moser of Galena, Mel (Deb) Ehrler of East Dubuque, Ronald “Ron” (Connie) Ehrler and Kathy (Marvin) Gerlich both of Galena, and Nancy (Stephen) Petsche of Lena, IL; numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Mary; three brothers, George, David and Jim; sister-in-law, Vicky Hesselbacher Ehrler, brothers-in-law, Loren Hesselbacher and Dean Radabaugh and a great niece Gabby Petsche.

In lieu of flowers, a LaVern D. “Vern” Ehrler memorial fund has been established.

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

Pam Redick

Pam Reddick, 72, of Dubuque, died Saturday, September 14, 2019, at her home, after a sudden illness surrounded by her loved ones.

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service 3860 Asbury Road.

Pam was born September 29, 1946, in Iowa City, the daughter of Glen and Juanita Christensen Larsen. On August 18, 1974, she married Les Reddick in Danforth Chapel in Iowa City. She had one daughter, René.

She was a 1965 graduate of Iowa City High School and attended Kirkwood Community College and University of Iowa studying sociology.

While her husband was in law school, Pam worked many jobs. After law school, she became a housewife. She loved her adopted town after moving to Dubuque 42 years ago, calling it “our little piece of heaven”. She was ecstatic when her daughter René moved back to Dubuque from the west coast after a long absence.

She was an avid bowler and belonged to many leagues. She made lifelong friends through bowling and served on the Board of the Dubuque Women’s Bowling Association. She loved to read and cried when her favorite author, James A. Michener died. She had a great sense of humor and loved to play euchre, dominoes, and her Wednesday afternoon cards with “the Girls”, who she was close to and felt like they were family. She was a welcoming hostess and loved to decorate her home and her beautiful gardens. She adored her three puppies, Bo, Sammy and Leila, who remain waiting for her at the back door.

Survivors include her husband, Les of Dubuque; one daughter, René (Kevin Kraus) Reddick of Dubuque; one brother, Phillip (Jan) Larsen of Ely, MN and their children, Brad & Amy Larsen.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial has been established for Dubuque Regional Humane Society.

The family thanks the medical staff at Finley Hospital and University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and the professional staff at Hospice of Dubuque for their kind and loving care in Pam’s last hours.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Pam’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Bernard R. Dansart

Bernard R. “Bernie” Dansart, 86, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, friends and an abundance of love, on September 14, 2019 at Hawkeye Care Center, of pulmonary fibrosis.  Visitation will be from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. Monday, September 16 at the Church of the Resurrection followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. with Fr. Bob Beck officiating.  Bernie will have a natural burial as a Franciscan Associate.

Bernie was born on June 2, 1933 in Chicago, IL, son of Edmund J. Dansart, a postman and Angela M. (Davidson) Dansart, a homemaker.  He grew up on the south side of Chicago, the fifth of seven children, and attended St. Gall Parish School and De La Salle High School, both in Chicago, IL.

In 1951 he entered the Christian Brothers Novitiate in Glencoe, Missouri.  He earned a Bachelors and Masters Degree from St. Mary’s College, Winona, MN, in 1955 and 1962 respectively.

Beginning in 1955, Bernie taught biology a various Catholic high schools.  In 1972, he earned a Doctorate in Counselor Education from Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL.

On April 14, 1973, Bernie married Marilyn Neubert at Christ the King Newman Center in DeKalb, IL.  In 1974, Bernie and Marilyn moved to Dubuque, where Bernie was a Professor of Counselor Education at Loras College, until his retirement in 2000, after which he continued as Professor Emeritus.  During his years at Loras College he trained students who went on to become school counselors throughout Northeastern Iowa.

Bernie enjoyed a lifelong love of reading.  In his younger years, he was a tennis player and long-distance runner, having participated in many tri-state area road races over the years.

Bernie is survived by his wife, Marilyn of Dubuque; children, Ann (Ravi) Hirekatur of Madison, WI and Philip (Meggie Borboa) of El Segundo, CA; grandchildren, Melkiya and Zerihun Hirekatur; brother, David (Mary Anne) Dansart; and sisters, Joanne (Raymond) Wagner and Rita (Tom) Madeja; sister in law, Elaine (Bill) Yoakum of Sugar Grove, IL; and many nephews, nieces and friends.

Bernie was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Edmund Dansart; sisters, Mary Jane Lehner and Patricia Cibach; and his dear lifelong friend, Joel Gorun in March of 2019.

Donations may be made to Christian Foundation for Children and Aging or the Sister Water Project.

For further information, please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

The family would like to thank Marilyn Gorun, the friends who visited and prayed for Bernie and hosted us, Hospice of Dubuque, and the staff of Hawkeye Care Center.

Donald D. Deweber

Donald D. “Mr. Checkers” Deweber, 81, of Dubuque, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 at Stonehill Care Center, Dubuque, Iowa. Gravesite services will be at 11:00 am, Friday, September 20, 2019 at St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery, located just south of Bellevue, Iowa.

Don was born February 16, 1938 in Pawnee City, Nebraska, the son of Charles and Maxime (Warnke) Deweber. He graduated from Manchester College in Indiana on May 29, 1969 with a Bachelor of Science degree. He taught biology and history for fourteen years at a high school in Nebraska before moving to Dubuque, where he owned and operated Dr. Pet in Kennedy Mall until his retirement.

Don had the world’s largest checker book library (Caldwell-Windt Library of Checkers). This library was donated to the Loras College Rare Book Library. The checker sets and memorabilia were donated to the Branson, Missouri Toy Museum.

Don enjoyed playing checkers, running checker tournaments and attending church services and activities.

Survivors include his sister, Reta (Lloyd) Erickson and his fiancée and long time companion and caregiver, Rebecca Noble. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother.