Obituaries Archive

Floyd J. Hammel

Floyd John Hammel, 83, of Dubuque passed away Monday, July 15, 2019, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on 10:00 AM Friday, July 19, 2019, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Rev. Father Steve Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted by the Dubuque Marine Corp. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 18th at Hoffmann Schneider and Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury where there will be a wake service at 2:45 p.m.

Floyd was born July 29, 1935 in Dubuque, son of Christian F. and Edna Dorothy (Hammerand) Hammel. He married Rose Ann Klein, October 6, 1962 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church.

Floyd served in the U.S. Army. He was a farmer on the family farm and in 2016 the farm became a Heritage Farm. He retired in 2009.

He enjoyed watching old western movies, classic country music, playing euchre, gardening, collecting toy tractors and family pictures. He loved to tell one liners, “The Hammel humor.”

He was a member of Holy Spirit Parish Holy Ghost Catholic Church and Farm Bureau.

Surviving is his wife, Rose Hammel; his children, Julie Milligan, of Sherrill, John (Patty) Hammel, of New Hampton, IA, Jane Hammel, of Dubuque, Jim (Laura) Hammel, of Sherrill, and Jeff Hammel, of Sherrill; grandchildren, Travis (Mariah), Michael (tomas), Zach (Samantha), Emily (Colton) Dan, Lacey, Nick (Abby) Luke (Jessi) Mitchel (Tierney) and Sydney; great grandchild Tyler John and one due in November; one sister-in-law, Darlene Klein and one brother-in-law, Norm Klein and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Merlin (Jean) Hammel, one sister-in-law, Delphine (Dick) Dolter, and brothers-in-law, Don (Ann) Klein, George Klein and Richard Klein.

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

Martha A. Neises

Martha A. “Marti” Neises, age 73 of Fillmore, Iowa completed her earthly journey on July 15, 2019 at home, surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Marty’s life, a private family service is being held at a later date. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Marty’s family.

Marti was a loving wife and mother who devoted her life to serving others and making the world around her a better place. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Marti include her husband and soul-mate, Jim Neises; two deeply adored daughters; along with many extended family, friends and neighbors who will miss her joyful smile.

Donations may be made to the Dubuque Humane Society in memory of Martha A. Neises.

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

Paul A. Downs

Paul A. Downs, age 59, of Dubuque, was called Home peacefully in his sleep on July 15, 2019, at home. He is now more alive than he has ever been. To celebrate Paul’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Dubuque Community Church, 3490 Keystone Drive, with Pastors Dennis Schmitt and Steve Downs officiating. In celebration of his life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Friday, July 19, 2019, in “Joy’s Corral” at their home, 2165 Rockdale Road, Dubuque, where there will be a prayer service held at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery, Balltown, at a later date.

Paul was born on October 1, 1959, in Dubuque, son of William and Ruth E. (Hamiel) Downs.

He was raised on the family farm near Balltown and attended Sageville School, Jefferson Junior High and graduated from Hempstead High School in Dubuque in 1977. Paul worked on the farm until he married the love of his life, Renee T. Scherf, on June 30, 1984 on Echo Mountain at the farm. Upon moving to Dubuque, Paul and some friends opened The Narrow Gate at 1654 Central Avenue. It offered the Dubuque community a relaxed atmosphere with coffee, music and Christian fellowship. Paul’s talents and interests were diverse. He and Renee opened Mississippi Fats Ice Cream Shop and a couple other short-term restaurants. Paul was a furniture restorer, antique shop owner and later began 17th Street Pawn, which they ran for over 25 years. He enjoyed old cars, antiquated machinery, guns, “garage saling” and movies. Paul delighted in spending time outdoors riding horses, fishing or mushroom hunting. He was a trivia buff, storyteller and a prodigious reader. Paul was a very talented writer who would often exercise his poetic license to the fullest. For many years, he was known as the “Muffin Man” as he flaunted his culinary proclivities. Most of all, Paul was a very soft-hearted and selfless man who loved people. He and Renee would regularly offer food and shelter to those who needed it. Paul left a legacy of giving to all who knew him.

Those left to cherish Paul’s memory include

his wife,
Renee Downs, Dubuque, IA;

his children,
Daniel (Miranda) Downs, Dubuque,
Tommy Downs, Dubuque,
Harmony (Reece) Morgan, Balltown, IA,
Bonnie Downs, Dubuque,
Joy (Jake) Hopper, Balltown, IA,
Willie Downs, Dubuque,
Gracie Downs, Dubuque,
Faith Downs, Dubuque
and Andrew Downs, Dubuque;

his granddaughter,
Hope Morgan;

his father,
Bill Downs, Dubuque, IA;

and his brother,
Steve (Debbie) Downs, Spokane, WA.

Paul was preceded in death by his mother, Ruth Downs; and his daughter, Melody Downs.

Janis K. (Kemp) Waugh

Janis Kay (Kemp) Waugh, 79, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at the Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue, Iowa.

A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, July 19, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. The family does welcome you to join her family and friends in memory and celebration of her life from 4 to 7 P.M. Cremation rites will be accorded and there will be no “body” present for visitation.

Janis Kay Kemp was born on June 11, 1940 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Harris John and Madge Helen (Lund) Kemp. She had one brother LaVern Harris Kemp. She grew up in the Baldwin / Maquoketa area. She went to a country schoolhouse and then attended Maquoketa schools to finish out her education. She married Kenneth Lee Waugh on November 20, 1961, later separating in 1996.

Janis was a farmer’s wife and mother until moving off the farm. Once she moved to Andrew she did sewing at Pacific Coast Feather and later at ADAC Plastics as a mold operator.

Janis enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, putting puzzles together, crocheting and knitting, and going out with her best friend Nancy Baker. She loved being with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Kenneth Lee Waugh of Maquoketa, IA; children, Cindy Kay and Larry Lee Arensdorf of Maquoketa, IA, Bruce Allan and Lori Ann (Gilmore) Waugh of Maquoketa, IA, and Douglas Lee and Peggy Lynn (Smith) Waugh of Maquoketa, IA; 7 grandchildren, Bradley Kenneth (Renae) Waugh, Mitchell Allen Waugh, Alicia Lin Arensdorf, Bethany Jan Waugh, Ashly Ann Arensdorf, Joshua J. Arensdorf, and Dalton Douglas Waugh; and 1 great-grandchild, Eloise Jo Waugh.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harris John Kemp and Madge Helen (Welch) Lund, a brother LaVern Harris Kemp and a granddaughter Crystal Lorraine Waugh.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Janis Kay Waugh memorial fund has been established.

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

Daniel R. Wolter

Daniel R. “Dan” Wolter, 61, of Dubuque, Iowa died peacefully on July 14, 2019, with his family by his side.

Per Dan’s request, he has been cremated. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2019, from 4:30-7:30 pm, at the Grand Tap in Dubuque, IA. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, IA is assisting the family.

Dan was born on November 27, 1957, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Joyce (Tigges) and Lowell Wolter. Dan graduated from Hempstead High School in 1976. He married Barbara (Stillmunkes) Wolter on May 22, 2009 after many years of dating. Dan worked for the University of Dubuque for several years.

He lived and breathed hunting – deer, turkey, squirrel, you name it, he most likely hunted it. His happy place was being in the woods with his hunting buddies and his twin brother, Don. Dan and Don were the best of friends and were nicknamed Salt and Pepper, Dan being Pepper. He loved to cheer on the Chicago Cubs, Minnesota Vikings, and Iowa Hawkeyes. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and rooting for Rusty Wallace. If he wasn’t hunting or fishing, he was watching a sports game with his family and lifelong friends. Dan always got a kick out of going to his kids’ workplaces to place a bag of candy on their cars and then leaving them a voicemail that candy was waiting for them when they got off work. He deeply loved his children and was proud of their accomplishments.

Dan is survived by his wife Barb Wolter of Dubuque, his children Drew (Harpal) Benavides Wolter of Sacramento, CA, Cody (April) Wolter of Dubuque, Rebecca “Scooter” (Tom) Ameche of Dubuque, stepdaughter Stacy (Shawn) Stackis of Peosta, one granddaughter Lucy Wolter and another granddaughter, Baby Ameche, due in early October, four step-granddaughters, Brianna (Tyler) Stillmunkes, McKenna, Rylie, and Brynlee Stackis all of Peosta. His father Lowell (Juanita Steichen) Wolter, twin brother Don (Sheila) Wolter, and sister Gayla (Randy) Mills all of Dubuque. Many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and brothers and sisters-in-law.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Joyce, his grandparents, and step-granddaughter Maggie Stackis.

Dan’s family would like to thank Ennoble Nursing and Rehabilitation, Finley Hospital and the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics for the incredible care Dan received through his medical needs over the years. A special thank you to Dr. Kyle Brown, Dan’s liver doctor, who was always very compassionate and wonderful with Dan, and to the ICU doctors and nurses who cared for him in his final days, their compassion and love to him and his family will be cherished forever.

Erwin G. Turner

Erwin Glenn Turner, 89, of Dubuque passed away Monday, July 15, 2019 at home surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be from 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM, Saturday, July 20, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service 3860 Asbury Road. The Funeral Service for Erwin will be 1:00 PM Saturday, July 20, 2019, at the Linwood Cemetery Mueller Chapel with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating and military honors by the American Legion Post #6.

Erwin was born December 23, 1929 in Manchester, Iowa, son of Dale and Leda (Heiserman) Turner. He married LaVonna Wilke, March 28, 1955, in Langworthy, IA. She preceded him in death June 1994.

He served in the U.S. Army.

He was employed at Dubuque John Deere Tractor Works retiring in 1994. He was a member of UAW Local # 94. Erwin enjoyed fishing, trapping, and cherished his time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is survived by three daughters, Michelle Freisinger, Marilyn (Jim) Ploessl, and Patty Turner; four grandchildren, Bryan (Michelle) Freisinger, Renee Freisinger, Trinity Turner and Tristan Turner; five great-grandchildren, Natalie, Andrew, Jacob, and Alexander Freisinger, and Kendrick Turner; and a special family friend, Joan Kelly.

He was also preceded in death by his parents, two sons, Darrell and Michael and his siblings.

A memorial has been established in memory of Erwin.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque especially Jenni and Stephanie.

Online condolences can be sent by visiting Erwin’s obituary at www.hskfh.com

Thomas J. Reilly

Thomas John Reilly, 81, of Dubuque died on July 12, 2019 at Stonehill Care Center surrounded by family. Friends may greet the family from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, July 19, at Egelhof Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 20, at Church of the Nativity, 1225 Alta Vista St. Msgr. James Miller will officiate. Interment will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Tom was born in Dubuque October 21, 1937 to Justin and Madeline (Permantier) Reilly. He attended Cathedral elementary school, and graduated from Loras Academy. He continued his education at Loras College (Class of 1959), majoring in Physics. He married Judy Gavin on July 14, 1962 at Nativity Church. Tom and Judy moved to Sioux City, where he began his career at Conservative Mortgage Company. They returned to Dubuque in 1966 when Tom joined American Trust & Savings Bank, where he worked for 25 years helping many local businesses get off the ground. Following his career at ATSB, Tom became a senior officer at East Dubuque Savings Bank, from where he retired.

Tom was a strong believer in service to community. He was very active in multiple Dubuque organizations, including the Jaycees (past president and Life Member), Rotary (Paul Harris Fellow), Save Your Town Clock Committee, Dubuque Chamber of Commerce (Red Coats, SCORE), Dubuque Homebuilders, the Colts Youth Organization Board of Directors, Ride the Rail, Ancient Order of Hibernians, Serra Club, and the Barn Community Theater. He was an active member of the Church of the Nativity where he was a member of the Rosary Society, as well as an enthusiastic member of the Nativity Choir.

Tom enjoyed performing in plays at the original Barn Community Theater and at the Grand Opera House. His first starring role was as Pseudolus in A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. He also enjoyed performing in Annie Get Your Gun, Anything Goes, Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?, Oliver!, and many others.

Throughout his life, family came first for Tom. He was an avid golfer and proud of his Irish heritage. He loved family and loved a good joke – any excuse to share a laugh! His kids have fond memories of family trips with Dad at the wheel trying not to swear. He gave his family many memories by being the smile behind the camera. He was always quick to fire up the grill and compete at the Fair with his award-winning chicken. Tom provided unwavering support to his family and friends. He instilled a sense of faith, family, and community pride in those he touched.

Tom is survived by his wife of 57 years, Judy; children Mike (Maria) of San Jose, CA, John (Eileen) of Janesville, WI, Kevin of Waterford, CT, Colleen (John) Connor of Lenexa, KS, Maureen (Patrick) Fleming of Fox Lake, IL; grandchildren Christine Hanks; Andrew, Claire, and Bridget Reilly; Meghan, Matthew, and Molly Reilly; Nate and Logan Connor. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Jeanne (Leo) Walech, sister-in-law Linda (Glab) Gavin, brother-in-law Jim Rogan, and many nieces and nephews.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, aunts Jeannette Permantier and Pauline Hesselman; his in-laws Francis and Rita (Heitman) Gavin, sister-in-law Joanne (Gavin) Rogan, and brother-in-law Paul Gavin.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Hospice of Dubuque or the Colts Youth Organization.

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

Louis J. Meyerhoff

Louis J. Meyerhoff, 87, of Dubuque, Iowa and formerly of Bernard, Iowa, passed away, Sunday, July 14, 2019 at Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa.

Per the wishes of Louis his body has been donated to the University Of Iowa – Department Of Anatomy. Private family services will be held at a later date. The Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa is assisting the family.

He was born June 8, 1932 in Leroy, Minnesota, son of Louis and Minnie (Lamprecht) Meyerhoff. He received his education in the Elma, Iowa schools. On September 22, 1951 he was united in marriage to Betty Mae Roethler at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Elma, Iowa. She preceded him in death on March 26, 2012.

He was employed as the Manager of the Great Plains Supply Company in Elma, IA, later as Manager of the Great Plains Supply Co. in Bernard, IA, and later worked with Red Jacket Pump in Davenport, IA.

He loved woodworking, spending time with family, telling jokes and going fishing.

He was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, Iowa.

He is survived by three children, Sheila (Richard) Martens of Lime Springs, IA, Karla (Brian) Leichty of North Liberty, IA and Brenda (Tom) Huff of Cascade, IA; son-in-law, Ed Voves of Elma, IA; 13 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; a sister-in-law, Wanda Ward of Charles City, IA, and a brother-in-law, Keith Roethler of Elma, IA.

He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Debbie Voves on April 20, 1989; a son, Bill Meyerhoff on July 16, 2011; a great grandchild, Willow Mae Ferrel; a brother-in-law, Bob Roethler; and 4 brothers and 5 sisters.

The family of Louis would like to thank the entire staff of Shady Rest Care Center, Above and Beyond Hospice and Sherry Kelchen for all the compassionate care given to Louis.

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

Mark D. Bollinger

Mark D. Bollinger, 57, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away suddenly on Saturday, July 13, 2019, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of Mark on Thursday, July 18, 2019, from 4 to 6 P.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Mark Duane Bollinger was born on November 16, 1961 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to John M. “Jack” and Nellie (March) Bollinger. He attended Maquoketa schools and received his welding certificate from Northeast Iowa Community College in Peosta.

Mark had worked as a welder for many years, first at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa, and then at Bio-Technology in Mercer, Wisconsin for three years. For the past 29 years until the present, he worked for T & J Manufacturing in Maquoketa.

Mark was a member of the National Rifle Association. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, boating, fishing, hunting and gardening.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Katie Bollinger of Cedar Rapids, IA, Abby Gansen of Maquoketa, IA, and Johnathan Bollinger of Andrew, IA; 7 grandchildren; a brother, Jack (Debbie) Bollinger of Andrew, IA; a sister Carol Dion of Maquoketa, IA; and his girlfriend, Amy Hasken of Maquoketa, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

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

Paul V. Schiffman

Paul Valentine Schiffman, 89, of Dubuque, passed away on July 12, 2019, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 AM Thursday, July 18, 2019, at Church of the Resurrection with Rev. Father Phillip Gibbs as the celebrant.  Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery with military honors conducted by the American Legion Post #6.  Friends may call from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, July 17, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider and Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road where there will be a wake service at 7:00 PM.  Friends may continue to call from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM Thursday at Church of the Resurrection.

Paul was born March 16, 1930 in Dickeyville, WI, son of Harry Leo and Dolores (Hinderman) Schiffman, the oldest of nine children. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany with the Army of Occupation during European reconstruction.

After a four-year courtship that included his service time in the Army, he married the love of his life and partner until the very end, Dolores Collins, on June 9, 1953 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena, IL. They shared a love of travel, playing cards, dancing, spoiling grandchildren, and enjoying the little and big joys of life. He and Dolores were winter Texans for over 20 years, making a second home near friends in Mission, TX.

Paul worked at the former Dubuque Packing Company for 42 years, retiring in 1994.

Because of the Depression and need to help on the family farm, Paul was unable to complete high school with his peers. He returned to school as an adult and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. With his bright mind and love of learning, he was encouraged to continue his education into college, but chose instead to help his children pursue their degrees.

Paul was a devout Roman Catholic and member of Resurrection Parish for 50 years where he was an active volunteer. He was a Scoutmaster for his son’s Cub and Boy Scout units in Galena, IL. He was an avid golfer, playing his last round at 88 years of age. He was a brilliant gardener and took great pride in his flowerbeds and yard. He loved flowers and was at one time a Midwestern tester for Jackson Perkins roses. He was also an avid water skier, taking his last run at 80 years old. He spent countless hours on the Mississippi teaching his children, and hundreds of others who wanted to learn, how to water ski behind his yellow boat. He enjoyed watching Chicago Cubs and Iowa Hawkeyes games with Dolores. He had a love of people and was friendly to everyone he met, including strangers. He loved to talk and listen which made him a great friend, brother and father figure to all he encountered. His gentle spirit, laugh and smile were infectious.

Above all, Paul loved his children and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Dolores; two sons, Mark (Kathy) Schiffman, of Carmel, IN and Dr. Eric (Karen Kloser) Schiffman, of St. Paul, MN; one daughter, Ann (Jim) Ruble, of Casper, WY; six grandchildren, Elise (Zach Shacter) Schiffman, Julia Schiffman, Adam Schiffman, Paul Schiffman, Jimmy Ruble, and Jacob Ruble; one brother, Harold (Teresa) Schiffman, of Tennyson, WI; two sisters, Vera (Gerry) Kruser, of Kieler, WI, and Sharon (Jack) Pitzen, of Dickeyville, WI; one brother-in-law, Terry Bode, of Kieler, WI; two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Chapman, of East Dubuque, IL, and Rosemary (Fred) Wendl of Silvis, IL; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Bert, and four sisters, Mary Lou (Al) Feltes, Jane (Terry) Bode, Joyce (David) Pearce, and Adele (Dick) Helbing.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials may be made to the Philomena Fund at Resurrection Church or Hospice of Dubuque.

A special thank you to the amazing, caring staff and caregivers at Hospice of Dubuque, and the staff at Luther Manor’s Grand Meadows location.

A photo tribute video can be viewed and online condolences may be left for the family at www.hskfh.com.

Beverly A. Bartels Treneman

Beverly Ann Bartels Treneman, formerly of Dubuque, died July 11, 2019.

Beverly Ann Bartels Treneman was born on Feb. 18, 1931, to Mildred and Carl Bartels in Dubuque, Iowa, the eldest of four sisters. She loved music and played the piano, bass fiddle and bagpipes. After graduating from Dubuque Senior High School, she attended the University of Iowa and graduated with a degree in occupational therapy.

As a member of the university’s Highlanders, the only all-woman Scottish bagpipe marching band in the world, Beverly toured Scotland, England, and France in 1952. At university, she met her husband, Dr. James D. Treneman. They married in 1954 and settled in McMinnville in 1959 after brief stints in Fresno, California, and Harlingen, Texas. She and Jim had four daughters. He died in 1977, after 23 years of marriage.

Beverly was a master quilter and accomplished seamstress, keen gardener, cook, businesswoman, and bridge player. In partnership with four other women, she ran The Bookshop in downtown McMinnville for 20 years. She contributed countless hours to the First Presbyterian Church, Juliette House, Daughters of the American Revolution, PEO and other charities throughout her life.

She was a woman of many interests, travelling widely, as far afield as Turkey, Tahiti, and the Galapagos Islands. She and her companion of many years, Jim Wixson, visited Europe and travelled throughout the US in their Model A Ford. She visited almost every National Park, reading extensively on the history and culture of the places she visited. Beverly explored new activities throughout her life: canoeing, rafting, skiing, and snorkeling. She loved to collect and was always ready to go ‘antiquing’. Her home was full of the fragrance of flowers and the aroma of cooking, art and music.

Beverly’s strength of character, love of family, sense of humor, interest in learning and compassionate nature will be remembered by all who knew her.

Beverly is survived by her four daughters, Ann Treneman Berkoff, Nancy Treneman, Joan Horton, and Mary Maeve Holden, grandchildren Gillan Allan, Vanessa Charman, James Treneman, Lyle Horton, Elaine Grimps, and Max Holden, two great-grandchildren, and her two sisters, Nancy Wendt of Klamath Falls, Oregon and Carole Loetscher of Dubuque, Iowa.

All are welcome to attend her funeral at 11am on Saturday, 20 July, at the First Presbyterian Church, 390 NE 2nd Street, McMinnville, with refreshments afterwards. There will be a graveside ceremony at 3pm at Smith Cemetery, 2 miles south of Monmouth on Helmick Road. Farnstrom Mortuary of Independence is handling the arrangements. Share your memories and condolences at FarnstromMortuary.com.

Contributions in her memory can be made to the James D. Treneman Family Practice Fund at the Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, Oregon.

David D. Droessler

David D. Droessler, 64, of Platteville, Wisconsin, died Friday, July 12, 2019, at home.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 18, 2019, at St. Andrew Church in Tennyson with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. Wednesday at the church where the parish wake service will be at 2:45 p.m. Friends may also call from 9-10:15 a.m. Thursday at the church before the service. Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is assisting the family.

David was born on January 12, 1955, in Lancaster, Wisconsin, the son of Donald V. and Marie (Langkamp) Droessler. He graduated from Potosi High School and worked at Lands End, Alter Metal Company and John Deere Dubuque Tractor Works. After retirement he enjoyed socializing at many establishments.

David was the proud father of Amber Droessler, Cuba City, and Crystal Droessler, Platteville. Also surviving are his grandchildren, Chloe, Billie Jean and Gracie Shaffer; a sister, Arleen (Fran) Ouderkirk, Sherrill, IA; a brother, Gary (Deb) Droessler, Potosi; two sisters-in-law, Karen Droessler, Bettendorf, IA, and Marlene “Beanie” Droessler, Potosi; a special friend, Pat Foht Carlson, Dubuque, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Wayne, Merlin and Terry.

In lieu of plants and flowers, a David D. Droessler Memorial Fund has been established.

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

Dale P. Repass

Dale P. Repass, 70, of Dubuque, passed away Thursday, July 11, 2019.

Friends may greet the family from 3 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2155 University Ave., Dubuque, where Memorial Services will be held at 5 p.m. Egelhof Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd. is entrusted with arrangements.

Dale was born on September 3, 1948, in Waterloo, IA, the son of Don and Ruth (Sutherland) Repass. He earned his B.A. from Wartburg College in 1970 and his J.D. with Honors from Drake University Law School in 1974.

Dale devoted over forty years of experience to the financial services industry, having been involved in all phases of banking and trust services. He served in many positions, including senior lender, trust department manager, and President/CEO/Chairman of two Mercantile banks (now US Bank) located in Clinton and Dubuque. In 2001 Dale co-founded First Community Trust, N.A. where he served as Chairman and CEO for 14 years.

He was involved in a number of civic and charitable organizations.  He served as a Commissioner on the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, as well as serving on the boards of Iowa Women Lead Change (IWLC), First Community Trust, N.A., The Finley Hospital, Dubuque VNA, and the Dubuque Regional Humane Society. He was also a member of the Bar Associations of Iowa, Dubuque County, and the American Bar Association.

Dale married his college sweetheart, Diane Rose Schalkhauser, on June 5, 1970, in Waterloo, and their wedding was officiated by Diane’s father, Rev. Erhard “Rusty” Schalkhauser. He enjoyed spending time with his family, traveling, fishing, golfing, and playing cards (with varying results in the last three categories!) Dale made sure to spend time every day playing with the beloved family Goldendoodle, Cricket.

Dale is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Diane, of Asbury; two wonderful children, David (Teresa) Repass of Maryland, and Julie Repass of Paris, France; two step-grandchildren, Susana (David) Zaka and Alex Vazquez, both of Maryland; two sisters, Judy Smith (Dick) of Fairfield, IA, and Camille Power (Ed) of West Des Moines, IA; his brother-in-law, Jim (Joni) Schalkhauser of Lansing, MI; and his sister-in-law, Linda (Dick) Anderson of Traverse City, MI.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Dale’s family extends a special thank you to the staff at UW Madison Hospitals for their care of Dale.

Memorials may be given to the Dubuque Rescue Mission, 398 Main St., Dubuque, IA, 52001,  St. Stephen’s Food Pantry, 3145 Cedar Crest Ridge, Dubuque, IA 52003, or a charity of your choice.

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

Dennis L. Gotto

Dennis L. Gotto, 66, of Galena, Illinois and formerly of Epworth, Iowa passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at Mercy One Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.
Friends and relatives of Dennis may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Monday, July 15, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m., Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at St. John the Baptist in Peosta, Iowa.

Services for Dennis will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, July 16, 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, IA.

Dennis was born November 23, 1952 in Bankston, Iowa, son of Louis F. and Dorothy M. (Schmitt) Gotto. He is a graduate of Western Dubuque High School in Epworth, Iowa. On June 14, 1980 he was united in marriage to Donna Schwendinger at St. John the Baptist in Peosta, Iowa. She preceded him in death on June 23, 2002. He farmed in the rural Galena, Illinois area, and was also employed at Walmart in Galena.

Dennis enjoyed hunting, gardening, and truly enjoyed his retired life with his grandchildren.

He is survived by four children, Thomas (Israa) Gotto of Hartland, WI, Andrew (Alison) Gotto of Warrensburg, MO, Rebecca Gotto of Dubuque, IA and James Gotto of Galena, IL; 7 grandchildren; his siblings, Susan (Mark) Zapf of Farley, IA, Mary Ann (Roger) Boge of Farley, IA, Charles Gotto and David Gotto both of Epworth, IA, Robert Gotto of Dubuque, IA, and Gary (Janet) Gotto of Dyersville, IA.

He is also preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Thomas Gotto and a sister, Mary L. Gotto and a nephew, Brian Gotto.

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

Tyler S. Ingles LuGrain

Tyler Steven Ingles LuGrain, 28, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on July 4th, 2019 in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Sunday, July 14th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m.

Tyler was born on July 17, 1990 in Iowa City, Iowa the son of Donna Ingles. He attended Senior High School and worked in the restaurant business as a cook. He was lastly working at Old Chicago in Dubuque.

Tyler’s daughter Brooke was his whole heart. He was an avid Green Bay Packers and St. Louis Cardinals fan. Tyler was a dedicated gamer and streamer of video games who had many followers all over the world. He loved his co-workers in the restaurant business, many of whom became his close friends.

Tyler enjoyed spending the majority of his time with his daughter, family and friends; always joking, smiling and filling a room with love and laughter. He was ready for that ice-cold beer and a good time. Lastly, Tyler had such a beautiful soul, one you couldn’t come across too often, he will be dearly missed by all.

He is survived by his daughter Brooke Elizabeth Ingles; his parents Donna and Drab Blackburn; his sister Carrie (Zac) Colson; brothers Anthony (Alecia Konrardy) LuGrain, Ben Blackburn and Keegan Blackburn; nieces Henley LuGrain and Ariel Castillo; his grandparents Dave and Fran Blackburn; special friends Brittany Duruy Weber and Adriana Castillo; along with many uncles, aunts, cousins and friends who were considered family to him.

Tyler was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Kenneth and Louise Ingles and his uncle Kenneth Ray Ingles.

In lieu of flowers a Tyler Ingles LuGrain memorial fund will be established. Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

The family would like to thank their family and friends, Leonard Funeral Home along with Dubuque Police and First Responders for all their love, kindness and compassion during this difficult time.