Obituaries Archive

Lloyd Evans

Lloyd “Red” Evans, 75, of Baldwin, Iowa, passed away on Thursday morning, February 14, 2019, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of “Red” on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, from 6 to 8 P.M. in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation has taken place and a private family burial will be held at the Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa, at a later date.
Lloyd Evans was born on April 12, 1943 in Clinton, Iowa, to Chester and Mildred Evans. He was raised by the Willey family. He married Carolyn Kay Clark and they were together 25 years. They had four children, Donald, Mike, Pam and Timothy.

“Red” had worked at Oscar Meyer in Davenport on the meat processing cut line for many years. He then did small engine repair with Coast to Coast in Marion, Iowa. Lastly, he retired from WADY Industries in Maquoketa after ten years.

“Red” was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, mushrooming and preparing his own food from the land. He also loved his coon hunting dogs and planting and grinding his own horseradish.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Donald (Denise) Evans of Nashville, IA, Mike (Carol) Evans of Maquoketa, IA, Pam (John) Schmidt of Monmouth, IA, and Timothy (Becky) Evans of Maquoketa, IA; 16 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; a special friend, Linda Arnold of Baldwin, IA; and Linda’s children, Jacob, Brian and Robert Arnold. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandchild Julia Jean Evans.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Lloyd Evans memorial fund has been established.

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

Raymond W. Weber

Raymond W. Weber, of Bernard, Iowa passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Raymond may call from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, February 17, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa where a wake service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m, Monday, February 18, 2019 at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial for Raymond will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 18, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fillmore, Iowa with Rev. Douglas Loecke presiding. Burial will be held in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fillmore, Iowa.

He was born January 22, 1933 in Bernard, Iowa, son of Ben “C.J.” and Anna (Erdmann) Weber. He received his education in the Placid area schools. On November 14, 1956 he was united in marriage to Doris A. Puff at the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Dyersville, Iowa. She preceded him in death on July 10, 2015. The couple farmed in the rural Bernard area.

He was a Army Veteran, having served in the Korean War.

He was a member of the Bernard Telephone Company Board of Directors for over 25 years, a lifetime member of the National Farmers Organization “NFO”; he was instrumental in organizing the NFO in Dubuque County. He was also a member of Sacred Heart Parish in Fillmore, Iowa.

He is survived by special friends, Ted and Deb Mausser and their children who adopted Ray and Doris as their special grandparents, Kristen Miles, Melinda McDermott, Noah Mausser and Hayley Leppert; a brother, Emil (Darlene) Weber of Epworth, IA; two sisters-in-law , Alice Weber of Dyersville, IA and Norma Weber of Bernard, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

He is also preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Leo Weber and Elmer (Mary) Weber and Clarence Weber; and a sister Helen (Albert) Gansemer.

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

Raymond’s family would like to thank the entire staff of Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade for all the wonderful care he has received for the past two and a half years.

M. Virginia Hoefler

M. Virginia Hoefer, 90, a lifelong resident of Farley, Iowa passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Luther Manor in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Virginia may call from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, February 24, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Farley, Iowa where a wake service will be held at 5 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m, Monday at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian burial for Virginia will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 25, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Farley, Iowa with Rev. Michael Schueller presiding. Burial will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Farley, Iowa.

She was born January 22, 1929 in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Joseph E. and Rose Marie (Carden) Scherrman. She is a graduate of the former St. Joseph’s High School in Farley, Iowa. She also attended Bayless Business College in Dubuque, Iowa. On October 5, 1949 she was united in marriage to John Hoefer in Farley, Iowa. He preceded her in death on July 20, 2013. The couple farmed in the rural Farley area.

Mom affectionately called a “City girl” by her father-in-law, was not afraid to get her hands dirty. She helped wherever Dad needed her on the farm whether that was plowing the fields, baling hay, milking cows, or running lunch out to the field to save Dad time. On top of this, she kept the house spotless, the kids in clean clothes and huge evening meals on the table. She was also the main caregiver to the annual flock of 300 or so chickens that would end up in the freezer by summer’s end. In her downtime, she enjoyed cross stitching, reading and spending time at the Cabin on Lake Delhi. Friday mornings were reserved for catching up with her friends at the beauty shop. She was a lifelong basketball and football fan especially her beloved Hawkeyes.

She was a member of St. Joseph’s Parish in Farley, a member of its Altar and Rosary Society and a member of the Dubuque County Farm Bureau.

She is survived by three children, Ron(Virginia) Hoefer of Dubuque, IA, Mary Jo (Todd) McDermott of Dubuque, IA, and Joanie (Dave) Neyens of Anamosa, IA; two daughters-in-law, Nancy (Rick ) Heim of Farley, IA and Christy (Scott) Deutmeyer of Dyersville, IA; 13 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and one brother, Raymond (Pearl) Scherrman of Farley, IA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Kathleen Funke of Worthington, IA, Charles Hoefer of Epworth, IA, Bill (Anna Mae) Hoefer of Marion, IA and Earl Haberman of Dubuque, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Thomas Hoefer and Edward Hoefer; a daughter Ann Marie Hoefer in infancy and her sister, Ann (Len) Siegert; sisters-in-law Clara (Gene) Kuehn, Genevieve (Ray) Regan Helen Haberman and Clarice “Lavon” Hoefer; two brothers-in-law, Maurice (Norine) Hoefer and Donald Funke.

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

Delrose M. O’Meara

Delrose Mary O’Meara, 77 passed away on February 13, 2019 at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 16th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Rev. Richard Kuhn officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 15th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory.

Delrose was born on August 1, 1941 in Dubuque the daughter of Anthony and Ida (Kramer) Schemmel. She grew up in Durango and was one of 13 children in one of the most fun-loving families you could ever meet. The stunts they all pulled would keep you laughing for hours and Delrose loved to laugh.

In 1961 she married John “Pete” O’Meara who was truly her other half. The two of them could actually finish each other’s sentences and were the sparkle in each other’s eyes until Pete passed away in 2003. They were a couple that were not only best friends but made others feel good by being around them.

Delrose was a homemaker and raised two great sons in John and Joe, they were her pride and joy. There was no better sound than listening to the three of them tell you about their lives, the Volkswagen Bug she drove, the donkey they had, the “camping” trip they took in their pickup, or just simply everyday things that they experienced with each other. She also had a son James who she lost at birth. Delrose is holding him now and telling him stories of all of his brother’s experiences.

Some people called Delrose “Bear”, which fit her, she was a round cuddly package, but she had a strong-willed side and she did what she wanted to do in life. Playing cards, or her horse game, playing bingo or watching her new 50-inch tv were things that just made her day.
Delrose’s legacy will live on in her grandchildren, and she loved to hear about their latest adventures and watch them grow. She always asked about them and what they were up to.

Those left behind to smile about the memories that she created are her sons, John (Ronda) O’Meara and Joe (Dawne) O’Meara; her grandchildren, Shannan (Andy) Noonan, Steve (Ashley) OMeara, Josh (Alice) Habel and Monica (Bart) Sitarski; her great grandchildren, Emma, Kale, Macy, & Drew Noonan, Shae & Zoey OMeara, Charlie & Edith Habel, and Sophia & Lukas Sitarski. Her brothers and sisters, Elsie Payton, Don “Pops” (Diane) Schemmel, CoraLee (Fred) Schaumburg, Chuck (Sharon) Schemmel, Tony (Laura) Schemmel, Joe (Diane) Schemmel, Joyce Ann Tigges (Don Jaeger), Bob (Cindy) Schemmel; sisters-in-law Marge Schemmel and Millie Schemmel. And a whole gang of nieces and nephews that entertained her every time she got together with them, she truly loved her families.

She was preceded in death by her parents Anthony and Ida Schemmel; her son James in infancy; her sister Lois Gruel and her husband Bob; Her brothers Wayne, Jim & Rick “Huck’ and his wife Carol Schemmel. Her brother-in-law Bob O’Meara and his wife Joyce and Jim Payton. Her father and mother in law John and Marie O’Meara and Leonard Shaw.

We will miss you Mom but are so happy that you and Dad are back together again-watch over us until we see you again.

William D. Fluor Sr.

William Donald Fluor Sr., 87,of Escondido, CA, formerly of Dubuque, passed away on February 4, 2019. Graveside services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 19, at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego.

Bill was born in Dubuque, son of William and Caroline (Peil) Fluor. He married Marlene Strampp on December 15, 1952. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, attended Kimball Music Conservatory, Chicago, and graduated from San Diego State University. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. Bill was employed by General Dynamics, Solar, and SD Gas and Electric, San Diego, and Pepsi Cola, Dubuque. He was a musician, painter, and piano teacher. Our dad was a wonderful provider and sacrificed much for his family.

He enjoyed gathering with family and friends, playing piano, cooking, gardening, interior decorating (especially during holidays), creating art, and family outings after church. We are especially thankful for our Christian upbringing and know we will be reunited in Heaven.

Bill is survived by his children, Roseanne Prytherch, of San Bernardino, CA, Elizabeth Green, of Crescent City, CA, and William Fluor Jr., of Lakeside, CA; his grandchildren, Nicholas Prytherch, Chistopher Prytherch, and Chelsea Prytherch, Brian Green, Lauren Green Cho, Kirsten Green, and Jessica Fluor; his great-grandchildren, Jordan and Charlotte Prytherch, Daniel, Samuel, Sophia Green, and Hudson Pierik.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife Marlene Fluor and his parents William and Caroline Fluor.

Memorials may be sent to Emmanuel Faith Community Church, (EFCC) Veterans Ministry, 639 E. 17th Ave., Escondido, CA 92025.

Elaine Margaret Zimmerman

Elaine Margaret Zimmerman, 92, of Dubuque, passed away late February 13, 2019 at Stonehill Care Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 Monday, February 18, 2019 at Church of the Resurrection. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens Friends may call from1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, February 17th at Hoffmann-Schneider Funeral Home, 1640 Main Street where there will be a wake service at 4:00 p.m..

Elaine was born March 13, 1926 in Dubuque, daughter of Alphonse and Loretta (Coleman) Hillard. She married Eugene R. Zimmerman on October 15, 1947, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Dubuque. He preceded her in death on January 30, 2005.

She was a member of Resurrection parish, formerly a long time member of St. Mary’s parish.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was a self-taught seamstress and baker. She volunteered for St. Mary’s Bingo and served St. Mary’s school meals for many years. She was a member of St. Mary’s Rosary Society.

Surviving are one son, David Zimmerman and 8 daughters, Susan (John) O’Meara, , Patricia Mundschenk, Kathleen (Earl) Brimeyer, Carol (Tim) Dolson, Cindy (Gary) Pancratz and Juli (Dennis) Roth, all of Dubuque, Diane Zimmerman and Lori Zimmerman, both of Fla.; 25 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Eugene (Zuke) and a sister, Geraldine Rebman.

The family would like to thank the staff at Stonehill Skilled Nursing and the staff at Mercy Medical Center for their loving and compassionate care.

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

Chester E. Fasenmyer

Chester E. “Chet” Fasenmyer, age 69, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 11:44 a.m., on Monday, February 11, 2019, at home, surrounded by his loving family. To honor Chet’s life, private family services will be held at a later date. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Chet was born on August 14, 1949, in Loma Linda, California, son of Frances (Jackson) Fasenmyer.

Chet was raised in Reno, Nevada, where he attended high school, before going on to honorably serve his country with the U.S. Marines for 9 ½ years. He was united in marriage to Susanna Fairchild in 1986, in Reno, Nevada, and the two were blessed with 32 wonderful years together. Chet was a “jack of all trades”, and was employed with several different companies throughout the years, but his favorite “job” was being a stay at home dad raising his family. In his free time, Chet enjoyed tinkering with computers, he was completely self taught, a skill which many of us wish we could master. He also enjoyed spending time in the great outdoors, camera in hand, taking beautiful photographs of landscapes and animals. Chet was well known as a gifted conversationalist who enjoyed spending hours sitting and sharing stories with family and friends, or catching up over the phone with his sister in Reno. We are heartbroken at the loss of our husband, father, grandfather and brother, but take some comfort in knowing that he is now at peace, free of the health challenges he has faced so bravely these past months.

Those left to cherish Chet’s memory include

his wife,
Susanna Fasenmyer, Dubuque, IA;

his children,
April Zozaya, Peosta, IA,
Ronald (Susan) Zozaya, Fairfax, IA,
Michael (Andrea) Zozaya, Dubuque, IA
and Angelia (Jerrell) Henslee, Dubuque, IA;

his 11 grandchildren,
Logan, Bradley, Mariah, Michael, Maria, Isabelle, Maci, Lincoln, Everley, Elliott and Kinlee;

and 3 sisters,
Betty,
Glenda
and Karen.

Chet was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Keith Fasenmyer.

Chet’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the VA Hospital in Iowa City, and Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their kind, compassionate and professional care of Chet and his family.

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

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

Gary A. Ricke

Gary A. Ricke, 78, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away Thursday morning, February 14, 2019 at home, after spending the evening surrounded by family and singing his favorite Country and Western songs (as he called them). Dad believed in life, as in death, like Frank Sinatra said “I did it my way”.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday, February 18, 2019 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dean Smith officiating. Military Honors will be accorded at the church by members of the Dubuque Marine Corps. League. Burial will follow at the East Dubuque Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1 – 5 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish rosary will be recited at 12:30 p.m. Sunday. An additional visitation will be held from 8:45 – 9:30 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home.

Gary was born on April 23, 1940 at home in East Dubuque, the son of Alfred and Rosella (Hoftender) Ricke. He graduated from East Dubuque High School in 1958, and attended Loras College. He served briefly in the Armed Forces.

Gary loved a cold beer, time spent with his family, a well-worn flannel shirt, Johnny Cash and Roger Miller music, fish frys, pontoon boat rides, and tinkering around the house. Nothing was broken until he said so! He loved watching all the local sports, especially the Warriors, cheering on his favorite players – his grandkids.

Gary was employed at the John Deere Dubuque Works, retiring in 1992. He was a former member of the East Dubuque Drum & Bugle Corps.

Surviving in life by his wife Mary; their six children, Julie (Scott) Heinricy, Steve (Melanie) Ricke, Stacey (Brian) Duster, Jason (Natasha) Ricke, Sara (Steve) Feyen, and Jamie (Toby) Culbertson; 20 grandchildren, Ashley (Michael) Frank, Tanner Heinricy, Emily, Kasey, Jacob & Carson Ricke, Keagan, Payton, Jaylen & Rylin Duster, Cameron, Carter & Katie Ricke, Madison, Cassidy, & Dawson Feyen, and Skylar, Trey, Brody & Brynn Culbertson; two great grandchildren, Avery and Alyssa Frank; his sister Gladys Cogan, and his best buddy, Roger Shaw.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred & Rosella, and a brother, Roger Ricke.

The family would like to send a very sincere thank you to Dr. Mark Hermann and Kristen, Peggy with Hospice of Dubuque for the continued support, compassion, advice and care they all gave to Dad and our family. We would also like to thank the East Dubuque Fire Dept. and EMTs especially Mollie Jo Varnadore for their quick response and assistance.

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

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

Louise Turner

Louise Turner, 96, of Dubuque passed away peacefully on February 13th, 2019 at Bethany Home.

Memorial services will be at 11 am., Monday, February 18, 2019 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, where a visitation will be held from 10 am., until the time of services. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is assisting the family.

Louise was born January 18, 1923 to Ed and Nell Vesperman on the family farm located outside of Ellenboro, WI. Shortly after WWII, she married Elvin (Gus) Turner on March 9, 1946 in Lancaster, WI, moved to Dubuque, IA in 1948 and began raising their family. She graduated from Lancaster High School in 1940, earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from the University of Wisconsin – Platteville in 1962.

Louise became a dedicated kindergarten teacher in the Dubuque Community School District, which was the joy of her life. Many of her former students would often say how they remembered their time in kindergarten and especially the fond memories of their teacher, Mrs. Turner.

Louise spent her summer weekends in Bagley, Wi at the family cottage. She loved fishing for bluegills, playing euchre, bridge and socializing with family and friends. She also loved camping, canoeing, road trips with her family, the Green Bay Packers, and being a loyal friend.

She was a loving and devoted mother of son Judd (Shawn) Turner, daughter, Jan (Turner) Atkinson, Grandmother to Katie (Brent) Widman, Dawn (Tom) Ramerth, Nelli (Austin) Williams and Ashley (Tyler) Hegawald and seven great grandchildren.

Louise is survived by her eldest sister, Bernice Judd.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elvin (Gus) Turner, her grandson, Luke Turner (infant son of Shawn and Judd), and her brothers and sisters, Vera (Leo) Muldoon, Corinne (Elmer) Wilkins, Carson (Viola) Vesperman, and Louis (Dorothy) Vesperman.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Bethany Home and Dubuque Hospice for their excellent care and support of our mother.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Louise can be made to the family.

Donald Stephen Berthel

Donald Stephen Berthel, 91, La Motte, Iowa, passed away on February 12, 2019 at Mercy One in Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, February 16th, 2019 at St. Joseph Church, Key West with Rev. Philip Mensah officiating and military honors to follow by the Bellevue American Legion Post #273. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Key West. Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, La Motte, Iowa. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

Donald was born August 26,1927 the son of Alexander and Bernice (Pollock) Berthel. He graduated from LaMotte Holy Rosary High School in 1946. He served in the US Army from 1950 to 1952 in the Korean War.

After returning from the Korean War he married Patricia Monner on October 26, 1954 at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Bellevue, Iowa.

He was a member of the Bellevue American Legion post 273, La Motte/Key West Knights of Columbus, and an officer of the LaMotte Fire board.

Donald enjoyed farming, taking pride in raising black Angus cattle, fishing, hunting, playing horseshoes, gardening, and woodworking. But most of all, Donald cherished his family, his grandchildren and great grandchildren; he was a stranger to no one.

Donald is survived by Patricia, his devoted wife of 64 years; his daughters, Diana (Mike) Bonifas, Linda Schuster (Mike Gehl), Marion (Robert) Theisen, and Marcia (Kevin) Ambrosy, one son Leonard (Jennifer) Berthel; son-in-law Ric Nemmers; two siblings Mary Lou Mottet and Algean Nemmers; Seventeen grandchildren, six great grandchildren and two step great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Denise Nemmers; his parents Alexander and Bernice Berthel; his sister Lyda Herrig; brothers-in-law, Merlin Herrig, George Mottet, and Virgil Nemmers; former son-in-law Fred Schuster.

The family wishes to thank the La Motte Fire and Rescue Department and Mercy One Emergency Room for all their care and compassion.

Elaine M. Flagel

Elaine M. Flagel, 71, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday evening, February 12, 2019, at Select Specialty Hospital in Davenport, Iowa.

A celebration of Elaine’s life will be held at 1:30 P.M., Monday, February 18, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held prior to the services from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Sutton Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Elaine Marie Hayward was born on November 17, 1947 in Dubuque, Iowa, to George and Darien (Scharff) Hayward. She started out at country school in Hurstville and then attended Maquoketa schools. She married Larry Allen Flagel on April 18, 1964 in Maquoketa, Iowa. He preceded her in death on December 27, 2002.

Elaine had worked at Teledyne Metal in Maquoketa as a machinist for ten years, and later retired from Imagine The Possibilities as a direct support specialist.

Elaine was a great cook who liked working on puzzles, watching QVC and soap operas with “Days Of Our Lives” being her favorite. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Those left to honor Elaine’s memory include her daughters, Shannon (Nathan) Reid of Marquette, KS, and Sheri (Joey) Trivette of Maquoketa, IA; her mother, Darien Hayward of Dubuque, IA; 6 grandchildren, Cherity (Nathan) Indorf, Mercedes (Logan) Lucas, Branden Weis, Shelby Hardison, Alexis Hardison, Dakota Hardison; 4 great-grandchildren, Camry Lucas, Ryot Indorf, Audi Schwenn and Sawyer Lucas; brothers, Wade (Kathy) Hayward of Dubuque, IA, and Larry Hayward of Bolivar, MO; a sister, Karla Schramm of Dubuque, IA; and a sister-in-law, Janice Hayward of Dubuque, IA. She was preceded in death by her father, her husband, a brother Louis and a sister Susan.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, an Elaine M. Flagel memorial fund has been established.

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

Bonita J. Roussel

Bonita “Bonnie” J. Roussel, 81, of Dubuque passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center, Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 1 p.m., Friday, February 15 at Holy Spirit Parish-Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 am – 12:45 pm., Friday at the church. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd. is in charge of the arrangements.

Bonnie was born on August 27, 1937 in Dubuque, the daughter of Herbert and Lorraine (Cushing) Becker.

She married Gerald “Jerry” Roussel on December 29, 1956 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Bonnie proudly worked at Vallet Foods for 25 years. She enjoyed lunches with her sisters and cousins, and suppers at Marco’s. She also enjoyed her monthly lunches with her classmates and her annual ICA class alumni day.

She enjoyed playing cards with her card club for over 50 years, keeping active with her many friends at TOPS Club, and dancing and singing at the Roussel Jams.

Bonnie cherished time spent with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She attended many of their sporting events, plays and activities.

Bonnie enjoyed the little things in life. Her positivity and loving nature will be missed by many.

She is survived by her husband, Jerry; children, Julie (Bill) Reichle, Bill (Rose) Roussel, Linda (Rick) Rogers, Joe (Deanne) Roussel, and Jane Roussel; son-in-law, Scott McElmeel; 12 grandchildren; 14 great- grandchildren and one on the way; one great- great- grandchild; sister, Jolene (Bruce) Drapeau; sisters-in-law, Babe Becker and Barbara Becker; and brothers-in-law, Ray Roussel, Marion Weist and Al “Whitey” Nauman.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Patricia “Patsy” McElmeel; siblings, Jack Becker, Donny Becker, Bob (Anne) Becker, Pat (Tom) Schee, Lynn (Bob) Jochum; brothers and sisters-in-law, Millie (Bill) Bruck, Mary Lou “Red” Roussel, Bob (Rita) Roussel, Dorothy (Buster) Welty, Mary Nauman, and Geraldine “Dean” Weist.

A Bonita Roussel Memorial Fund has been established.

The family would like to thank her granddaughter, Maria, for giving Bonnie extra special care, and to the nursing staff at Mercy Hospital.

Patricia A. Jerrett

Patricia A. “Pat” Jerrett, 76, of Dickeyville, Wisconsin, died Tuesday, February 12, 2019, at Epione Pavilion in Cuba City. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 16, 2019, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Dickeyville with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. Friday at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City where the parish wake service will be at 2:45 p.m. Friends may also call from 9-10:15 a.m. Saturday at the church before the service.

Pat was born on August 21, 1942, in Kieler, Wisconsin, the daughter of Andrew and Ivyl (Thor) Brand. She married Darryl Jerrett Jr. on April 4, 1961. She worked at Loudspeaker Component in Lancaster and the Dickeyville Grotto.

Pat was a member of Immaculate Conception Parish in Kieler and since 1971 a member of Holy Ghost Parish in Dickeyville. She was very interested in genealogy and was a member of the Grant County Genealogy Society. Pat loved traveling. Family vacations were very important to her. Family and church were her loves.

Survivors include her husband, Darryl, Dickeyville; a daughter, Michelle (Scott) McClory, Elkhorn, WI; Angela (Joe) Van Ostrand, Metamora, OH; a son, Bryan Jerrett, Dickeyville, WI; three sisters, Mary Ann (William) Troy, Kieler, WI, Connie Dyer, Davenport, IA, and Sharon (John) Wagner, Lafayette, IN; a brother, Gary (Sue) Brand, Davenport, IA; a sister-in-law, Mary Rita Brand, Dickeyville, WI; nine grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren (with another on the way).

She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Ivyl; an infant son, Jeremiah, in 1971; and a brother, James Brand.

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

Catherine E. Engelken

Catherine E. Engelken, 88 of Dyersville, Iowa passed away Tuesday, February 12, 2019, peacefully at home.

Visitation will be held 2-8 p.m. Friday, February 15, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville where a parish vigil service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Saturday from 8:00-9:00 a.m. at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 16, 2019, SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Petersburg, with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Ralph Davis will officiate with Rev. Richard Gaul concelebrating.

Catherine was born November 26, 1930 in Dyersville, the daughter of Lawrence and Amanda (Gaul) Lansing. She married Hugo Engelken on April 29, 1953 in Dyersville.

Catherine was a devoted mother and wife. Catherine worked at Butt’s florist and then Piekenbrock Sewing Factory for 14 years as well as cleaning the Petersburg church. She enjoyed fishing, playing cards, crocheting and spending time with her family. Catherine was often referred to as a saint by those who knew her. She offered daily prayers and rosaries for her family and those in need.

Survivors include her husband, Hugo, children: Robert (Carol) Engelken of Center Point, Richard (Rhonda) Engelken of Greensburg, KS, Roger Engelken of Dyersville, Rose (Herb) Greider of Dauphin, PA, Gerri Schlotfeldt of Marion, Mary Sleichter of Iowa City, Susan (Eric) Peterson of Lake City, IA, Joan (Vince) Castle of Visalia, CA, Shirley (Kent) Wilson of Marion, Paul (Susan) Engelken of Woodward, IA, Carl (Debbie) Engelken of Warrens, WI, 20 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, siblings: Jerome (Mary Margaret) Lansing and John (Rita) Lansing all of Dyersville, Verna Rose (LeRoy) Bries of Guttenberg, William (Joan) Lansing of Worthington, in-laws: Bernice Lansing of Dyersville, Leon (Betty) Mullis of LaPorte City, Rita Engelken of Cedar Falls, Dan (Dee) Engelken of Seminole, FL, Marty (Joyce) Engelken of Orange City, FL and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son-in-laws, Randy Schlotfeldt, Randy Sleichter, grandson, BJ Engelken, siblings: Wilma Mullis, Joe (Ruth) Lansing, Art Lansing, Fr. Augustine Dreiling OSB, in-laws: Elva Engelken, Arlene (Ed) Baker

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

Florence E. Reding

Florence E. (Graham) Reding, age 82, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 1:35 a.m., on Monday, February 11, 2019, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, surrounded by her loving family. To honor Florence’s life, funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m., on Friday, February 15, 2019, at Behr Funeral Home, with Deacon John Stierman officiating. To celebrate Florence’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m., until the time of services at 7:00 p.m., on Friday, February 15, 2019, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Florence was born on March 4, 1936, in Lancaster, WI, daughter of Clement and Freda (Taylor) Graham.

Florence was a proud life long resident of Dubuque, where she would meet and marry the love of her life, Robert J. “Bob” Reding, on June 23, 1956. The two would be blessed with 62 wonderful years and 4 adored children together. Florence loved to dance, and was a dance instructor at NICC for 10 years, as well as a member of the Tri-State Boot Scooters Dance Club. Florence also had a great love of horses, she was an accomplished rider and member of the Dubuque County Saddle Club, and was well known as the “Horse Lady” at Y-Camp. Florence was a very generous woman who spent countless hours volunteering her time and talents at the Life Time Center and the Salvation Army Senior Center. Above all, was Florence’s love for her family, she loved spending time with Bob and the children, and was truly overjoyed when the grandchildren started coming along and she could spend time with them. We are deeply saddened at the loss of our sweet, loving, outgoing and charismatic wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, but look forward to the day when we are reunited for all Eternity. We will miss you Florence, and will cherish all of the wonderful memories we have created together throughout the years.

Those left to cherish Florence’s memory include

her loving husband,
Robert J. “Bob” Reding Sr., Dubuque, IA;

her children,
Bob (Mary Jo) Reding Jr., Dubuque, IA,
Ron (Chrysanne) Reding, Dubuque, IA,
Laure (Rick) Ward, Dubuque, IA
and Sue (Don) Dietz, Dubuque, IA;

her 9 grandchildren;
Amy (John) Venema, Aaron (Rebecca) Reding, James (Laura) Ward, Eric Ward, Angela (Tony) Miller, Adam (Angie) Hagensten, Amanda (Chris) Thill, Samantha (Brian) Brunat and Victoria Dietz;

her 13 great-grandchildren;

and her siblings,
Judy Genz, Dubuque, IA
and Jack Graham, Dubuque, IA.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents; and a great-granddaughter, Sophia.

Florence’s family would like to thank the doctors and nurses of the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit at the University of Iowa Hospital, especially Lisa, for all of their kind, compassionate and professional care of Florence and her family.

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