Obituaries Archive

Adrian R. Kelley

Adrian R. Kelley 87, of Dubuque, Iowa, was called home peacefully on February 26, 2019 at Bethany Home.

Funeral services will be 10:30 am., Monday, March 4, 2019 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery where Military Rites will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. A visitation will be held from 2 to 5 pm., Sunday, March 3, 2019 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road and from 9:30 to 10:15 am., Monday at the church.

Adrian was born on December 29, 1931 in Dubuque, Iowa son of Claire Romeyn and Una Carrie (Waughop) Allman Kelley.

He married Nancy VonAh in 1954 and from that union they were blessed with three children, Stephen D. Kelley, Kim M. Kelley, and Deborah L. Kelley. He later married Mildred Kopps on November 11, 1995

Adrian was a lifelong resident of Dubuque, Iowa where he graduated from Dubuque Senior High school. He was a Marine and served in the Korean War, worked at the Dubuque Packing Company, Frommelt Industries, and the Dubuque Fire Dept. After retirement from he worked at Luther Manor.

Adrian loved spending time with his family, friends and especially grandchildren and great- grandchildren. Dad loved going to musicals at the Bell Tower and listening to the The Dubuque Drum and Bugle Corps. He loved the leaves in the fall, playing Euchre, and in his younger years, making wine.

Adrian is survived by his sister, Karen (Dennis) Paar; his children, Stephen Kelley, Kim (Steve “R.J.”) Wetter, and Deborah (Al) Schroeder; step children, Gary (Carolyn) Kopps Vicki (Steve) Felsted, and Donna (Rod) Yarnish; grandchildren, Emmy Kringle, Keith Kelley, Kristina (Mike) Banwarth, Crystal (Bob) Crandall, Jessica Wetter, Emily (Austin) Pickup, Katelynn Schroeder, Adrianna Schroeder; and 6 great -grandchildren.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; wife, Mildred Aldeen Kelley; sisters, Joyce Kelley, Glyone Kelley; half-sisters, Nellavene Allman, Neola McGrath; half-brothers, Harry Allman, Junior Kelley and Roger Kelley

Special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, Jen F, Jen and Suzanne, Eagle Pointe Place, Bethany Home, Pastor Kincaid and Pastor Cearlock, Cozy Corner and No Place Like Home for all of their outstanding care and support of Adrian and his family.

James N. Beebe

James N. “Jim” Beebe, 87, of Scales Mound, IL, passed away Thursday morning, February 28, 2019 at Hawkeye Care Center in Asbury, IA.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 4, 2019 at the Scales Mound United Methodist Church, with Rev. Libby Rutherford officiating. Burial will be in the Scales Mound Twp. Cemetery.

Visitation is from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller & Steinke Funeral Home in Scales Mound, and from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. on Monday at the Church.

Jim was born on March 15, 1931 in Buncombe, WI, the son of Alvin and Mae (Hughes) Beebe. He graduated from Benton, WI. High School in 1950. On May 25, 1957 he was united in marriage to Lola Ann Berryman at the Scales Mound United Methodist Church.

Jim and Ann farmed near Scales Mound. A very important part of Jim’s life was his family and his grandchildren. He loved farming, raising English Shepherd stock dogs andworking with many church and community projects.

Jim enjoyed people. He served on the Jo Daviess County Soil & Water Conservation Board, Swiss Valley Farms advisory board, was a member of the United Methodist Church of Scales Mound, where he served on the Board of Trustees and was chairman for many years. He also served on the Church Administrative Board.

Surviving is his wife of 61 years, Lola Ann; his two sons, Terry J. (Jolene) Beebe of Platteville, WI, and Thomas G. (Jill) Beebe of Rockford, IL; four grandchildren, Tanner, Jared (Jesselyn), Taylor, and Jack; two sisters, Bernice Beyhl of East Moline, IL, and Elva Jean Sincock of Benton, WI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Mae, two grandsons, Max and Joel, a sister, Dorothy Cox, a brother, Glen A. Beebe, and brothers-in-law, Oran Cox, Stuart Sincock, Dean Beyhl, R. Glen Berryman, and in-laws, Loyd V. and Gladys (Hicks) Berryman.

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

Peter Paul Sedan

Peter Paul Sedan, 100, of Galena, IL passed away Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Midwest Medical Center, Galena. The family will be having a private memorial service for Pete, at a later date. He will be cremated and laid to rest alongside his loving wife Jeannette in the shade of their favorite tree, to continue to watch over his family.

We would like to thank Tom Furlong and the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena who is assisting us through this sad process.

He was born November 30, 1918 in East Chicago, IN the son of John and Rafila Sedan. He was united in marriage to his wife of 69 years Jeannette German on June 9, 1946 at St. Nicholas Church, East Chicago and she preceded him in death on February 13, 2014. Pete retired from Inland Steel of East Chicago, IN, served in the military overseas during WW II, loved to travel with his wife, spend “Special Time” with his granddaughters, as well as golf in the local Galena Golf Club Senior League.

He is survived by his only child, John (Cindy) Sedan of Hazel Green, WI, his two loving granddaughters, Bonnie (Pam Ravenwood) Sedan of Sedona, AZ and Jennifer (Chad) Berning of Galena and his great-grandson, Colin Earl Berning.

The family wishes to thank everyone in Galena that touched Pete’s life. He loved the area and the people. Special heartfelt thank you to Dr. Greg Vandigo, for his special caring and professionalism, as well as helping Pete to live a full and happy life, for over 100 years. Also, a thank you to the second floor staff at Midwest Medical Center, especially Courtney and Megan for their compassion to the end, and all the staff at Galena Stauss Senior Care Community, that made Pete always feel safe and secure.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Mabel M. Kronlage

Mabel M. Kronlage, 98 of Monticello, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2019, at Pennington Square Assisted Living Center, Monticello.

Visitation will be held from 4 – 7 p.m. Sunday, March 3, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home in Monticello with a parish vigil service at 4 p.m. Visitation will continue from 10 – 11 a.m. Monday morning at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello where a Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Paul Baldwin officiating. Burial will be in St. Boniface Cemetery in New Vienna.

Mabel was born October 9, 1920, in New Vienna, Iowa the daughter of Thomas and Katherine (Konzen) Ries. She married Louis Kronlage on August 12, 1941, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in New Vienna. Together they farmed in the Prairieburg area until retiring in 1983, when they moved to Monticello. Mabel valued hard work and had a strong connection to family. Mabel enjoyed gardening, cooking, crafting, watching Hawkeye basketball, and was always up for a game of cards.

Survivors include her children: Joyce (Lloyd) Welter of Monticello, Tom Kronlage of Coggon, IA, Janet (Roger) Fredericks of Salem, IL, Audrey (George) Bethell of Edgewood, WA; 18 grandchildren and 40 great-grandchildren; in-laws: Verna Lee Kronlage and Art Kronlage, both of Dyersville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Louis in 1999, a daughter-in-law, Jane Kronlage, a grandchild, Kathryn Kronlage in infancy , a great grandchild, Kyle Sauser; siblings: her twin, Elmer (Alice) Ries, Nettie (Paul) Pitz, Matt (Julia) Ries, Joe (Armella) Ries and Donald (Esther) Ries; in-laws: Ray (Marie) Kronlage, Joseph Kronlage, Marie (Leo) Rahe, Leona Kronlage in infancy and Madalen (Bill) Schockemoehl, Richard Olberding and Adrian Wolfe.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.kramerfuneral.com.

Thomas J. Sweeney

Thomas J. Sweeney, 84, of the Galena Territory, a retired Chicago Police Officer, loving husband of the late Kathleen Francis Pritchard, passed away Saturday, February 23, 2019 in Rockford, IL.

Funeral mass will be 11 AM Saturday, March 2, 2019 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena, where friends may gather after 10 AM until time of mass. Military honors will be accorded at the church following the mass, by the Galena VFW #2665 and American Legion Post #193. Burial will be at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

Tom proudly served in the U.S. Navy aboard the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid where he saw action during the Lebanon Crisis. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame, Class of 1956. Tom received a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Lewis University, Class of 1984. He served as the Assistant Director for the City of Chicago Office of Municipal Investigation.

Tom was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police, American Legion, Elks, Knights of Columbus and Notre Dame Alumni Association. He was an avid life-long Chicago White Sox fan.

Tom is survived by son, Brian (Griselda), Sgt. C.P.D., daughter Mary Beth (Dennis) Argudo and a granddaughter Nicole Argudo. He was the brother of the late Edward, Leo and Celeste (Ahern).

In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the Salvation Army.

Online condolence may be left www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Friend Lyle Trevallee, Jr.

Friend Lyle Trevallee, Jr., died February 26, 2019, at Bethany Home.

Memorial Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 3, at Hoffmann Schneider Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1640 Main St., Dubuque, where friends may greet the family from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Sunday. Pastor Loren Shellabarger will officiate.

He was born on September 23, 1926, in La Crosse, Wi., to Friend George Trevallee and Anna Fredrieka Stolle. After high school graduation he enlisted with the US Navy in 1944 and served in the Pacific Theatre and the Aleutian Islands for the remainder of the war.

Friend moved to Dubuque in the late 40’s to work at the newly opened John Deere facility and continued there until his retirement in 1984.

On June 29, 1949, he married L. Berniece Opland, Mindoro, WI., at First Presbyterian Church, Galesville, WI. They had three children: Friend Steven, Seattle, Daniel Pern, Ashland, OR., and Kay Marie (partner Kai Gabriel), Marion, IA. All survive him, along with numerous nieces and nephews who knew him as their “Uncle Junie”, and sister-in-law Rosalie Naab Trevallee, Sun Prairie, WI.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, aged 87 and 100, respectively; his brother Charles, Sun Prairie, WI., 92, and sister Marie Louise Lokken, La Crosse, Wi., 82; brothers/sisters- in- law Eunice Opland Jones, West Salem, WI., Lyle and Doris Larson Opland, La Crosse, WI., Fred and Hazel Opland Larson, St. Paul, MN., and Pern and Rene Opland, Baraboo, WI.

Friend was a member of the Masonic Lodge and Oxus Grotto, volunteering his time in their worthwhile charitable endeavors.

The family wishes to thank the staff and hospice nurses at Bethany Home for their care and kindness; Friend’s buddies at Central Ave. Auto Sales for their friendship and kindness; the neighborhood dogs who faithfully waited for their treats during dad’s walks; and finally very special thanks to John and Teri Goodman for their devotion to our parent’s safety and comfort.

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

Joseph J. Hess

Joseph J. “Joe” Hess, age 92, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 6:50 a.m., on Wednesday, February 27, 2019, at home, surrounded by his loving family. To honor Joe’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on his birthday, Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Trinity Church, 1701 Rhomberg Avenue, with Rev. Dwayne J. Thoman officiating. To celebrate Joe’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m., until time of services at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, March 2, 2019, at Holy Trinity Church. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Joe was born on March 2, 1926, in Holy Cross, Iowa, son of Joseph Peter and Bertha (Saylor) Hess. Joe was adopted by his father’s sister, Theresa, and was raised by Joe and Theresa (Hess) Neumann.

Joe grew up on a farm located between Epworth and Bankston, where he learned early on the value of an honest days work. He would leave to honorably serve his country with the U.S. Army from 1944 until 1946, during WWII. When he returned home from overseas, Joe returned to working on the farm, where he would meet his sweetheart, Anna A. Oberfoell, who was literally the “girl next door” on the adjacent farm. They courted and would be married on May 29, 1956, in Peosta, Iowa, eventually moving to Dubuque, where they bought a home and started their family. Joe was fortunate to find a job with the Dubuque Packing Company where he would devote over 30 years until his well earned retirement. After his retirement, Joe and Anna spent much of their time at their northern retreat on Mitten Lake near Remer, Minnesota. Joe loved to fish off the dock and often provided meals of sunfish and crappies that Anna would fry up for him. He also cherished his garden and spent countless hours weeding and watering his vegetables. He looked forward to spending time with his kids and grandkids, as well as extended family members and was always the first one to suggest playing games. He loved all card games, but especially enjoyed playing Euchre with family and friends. He was a regular player with the Thursday Holy Trinity Card Club, and was well known as a tough guy to beat. He was also very devoted to his Catholic faith, and was a long time member of Holy Trinity Church, where he helped out by cutting the lumber used to create the beautiful crafts for the fall festival for over 20 years. Our hearts are truly broken today at the loss of such a wonderful husband, dad and grandfather, but we are thankful for all of the wonderful memories that we have made throughout the years and will treasure forever.

Those left to cherish Joe’s memory include

his loving wife,
Anna Hess, Dubuque, IA;

his 3 children,
Diana (Steve) Rokusek, Dubuque, IA,
Joseph (Bonnie) Hess, Inver Grove Heights, MN,
and Richard (Melanie) Hess, Coon Rapids, MN;

and his 5 grandchildren,
Matthew, Corianna, Jonathan, Kelsey and Stephanie Hess.

Joe was preceded in death by both his birth and adoptive parents; his sister, Susetta Garrison; his brother, Dwain “Bud” Hess; and a grandson, Joseph Richard Hess.

Joe’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff of Hospice of Dubuque, especially Scott, for all of the kind, compassionate and loving care they have provided Joe 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

Lillian A. Breitbach

Lillian Ann Breitbach, age 93, of Dubuque, IA passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, February 23, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.

A Visitation will be held at the Hoffmann, Schneider, & Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Road, Dubuque, IA on Sunday, March 3 from 1 to 5 PM, where a prayer service will be offered at 4:30 PM. A Funeral Mass will be offered at Resurrection Church on Monday, March 4 at 10:30 AM. Fr. Phil Gibb will be presiding. Interment will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Lillian was born on September 8, 1925 to her parents John and Ida Nauman. Lillian is the beloved wife of the late John J. Breitbach whom she married on May 29, 1948 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dubuque, IA; he preceded her in death on September 10, 1990. Lillian is the loving mother of Debbie Ginter, Dubuque, IA, Robert J. Breitbach of Dubuque, IA, Sue (Dan) Bublitz, of Dubuque, IA, Maribeth (Robert) Devereaux, of Elk Grove Village, IL, David J. Breitbach of Dubuque, IA, Daniel (Nancy) Breitbach, of East Dubuque, IL, and Terry T. (Jenny) Breitbach of East Dubuque, IL. Cherished grandmother of Scott Bublitz, Lisa (Bublitz) Digman, Sarah (Egan) Collins, James Devereaux, Doug Egan, Bobby Devereaux, Katie (Devereaux) Melford, Matt Breitbach, Jake Breitbach, Jon Breitbach, and Charlie Breitbach; great-grandmother of eleven; sister of Dorothy Kisting, Mary Ann Burbach, Darlene (Bob) Murphy, and Pat Torgler, all of Dubuque, IA. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, two sisters, Jeanette and Germaine Nauman, a grandson, Jeremy Breitbach, a great-granddaughter Scarlett Digman, her son-in-law, Ken Ginter, and her brothers-in-law Bill Kisting and Carl Burbach. She was the loving, primary caregiver of her late husband for ten years prior to his death. She was a longtime member of Resurrection Church and a former member of the 62 plus club, where she enjoyed playing cards and having lunch every Tuesday at Happy’s as well as an avid volunteer at the Dubuque Arboretum.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.

Thank-you for the loving care shown to Lillian from Hospice of Dubuque.

Betty H. Duehr

Betty H. Duehr, 87, of Dubuque, died Thursday, February 28, 2019 surrounded by her family.

Funeral services will be 10 am, Tuesday, March 5 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 3-8 pm Monday and from 9-10 am Tuesday at the funeral home.

Betty was born on May 14, 1931 in Rickardsville, Iowa the daughter of Fred J. and Alvina (Tinkham) Schaumburg.

She married Benjamin G. Duehr on April 24, 1951. He preceded her in death on November 1, 1966, leaving her to raise their nine children.

Betty was employed at Caradco, John Deere and retired from food service at the Dubuque Community Schools after 19 years of service.

She was a strong and independent individual who loved shopping, baking bread and cookies, gambling, playing cards, crocheting, puzzles, listening to country music and spending long afternoons outside on her deck.

Betty was a loving and wonderful mother and grandmother who liked to travel and was always ready to go on her next trip. She enjoyed the annual family fishery, holidays and family gatherings.

She is survived by her children, Barb (Dale) Meier, Bev (Al) Hinderman, Bonnie (Wayne) Cook, Barney (Donna) Duehr, Bertha (Carl) Sarazin, Becky (Joe) Hohmann, Brenda (Duane) Kennicker, and Bruce (Debra) Duehr; daughter-in-law, Ann Duehr; grandchildren, Sally Duehr, Crissy Ritt, and Benjamin J. Duehr, Kevin Ament, Rick Mesch, Chad Mesch and Angie McDonnell, Jeremy Cook, Jenny Cook, Jarett Cook, Jeff Cook, and Jicole Cook, Kelli Splinter and Ashley Schmitt, Joe Sarazin, Christopher Sarazin and Danielle Post, Becky Jaeger, Abbey Richman and Amanda Hohmann, Tiffany Schmitt and Trista Kennicker, and Stephanie Duehr and Lucas Duehr; 49 great- grandchildren and three on the way; and 2 great- great- grandchildren and one on the way; brother, Fred (Cora) Schaumburg; sister-in-law, Ruth Ann Schaumburg; and several nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; son, Benjamin C. Duehr; granddaughter, Stacey Ament; siblings, Pearl Dubler, Irene Sabers, and Donald Schaumburg; and several in-laws.

A Betty Duehr Memorial Fund has been established.

Special thank you to Dr. Compton, the staff at Bethany Home and Hospice of Dubuque.

Sharon R. Kostuch

Sharon R. Kostuch, age 80, of Mineral Point, WI, completed her earthly journey on Wednesday, February 27, 2019 at home, surrounded by her loving family.

To honor Sharon, services will be held on March 9th, 2019, at 2:30 p.m. at the Trinity Episcopal Church, 403 High Street, Mineral Point, with Rev. Brian E. Backstrand officiating. To celebrate Sharon’s life, family and friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the church. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Sharon’s family.

Sharon was born on May 8, 1938, to Stanley and Lois (Reynolds) Holland. Sharon graduated from Mineral Point High School in 1956 and continued her education at U-W Platteville earning a Wisconsin State Teachers Certification. Sharon’s first teaching experience was in a one-room school house for several years until managing the Sears and Roebuck store in Darlington. Together with her husband Harold Johnson and several entrepreneurs, she ventured into renovating the Walker House in Mineral Point in the early 70’s. Sharon then went on to her final career working in various positions at Lands’ End. She committed over 37 years to the company until her retirement.

Sharon’s interests included reading, Taekwondo and traveling. Her greatest passion was caring for her beautiful flower gardens. Sharon was a faithful member of Trinity Episcopal Church.

Sharon is survived by,

her daughter,

Tara (Kent) Genthe;

her sister,

Claire Holland;

and devoted companion,

Ken Richard, all of Mineral Point.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents and son, Mark Johnson.

We will miss Sharon more than she could ever know, but we are forever grateful for the positive lasting impression she has left on the hearts and minds of all who knew and loved her.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Sharon’s favorite organizations: The Mineral Point Historical Society or the Iowa County Humane Society.

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

Helen M. O’Neill-Friedler

Helen M. O’Neill-Friedler, 68, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away Monday afternoon, February 25, 2019 at Dubuque Specialty Care.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 1, 2019 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dean Smith officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. Visitation is from 9:00 – 10:45 a.m. on Friday at St. Mary’s Church. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is in charge of arrangements.

Helen was born on February 16, 1951 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Earl “Dede” O’Neill and Luella Banfield. She spent her early years in East Dubuque, where she graduated from St. Mary’s Grade School, and Wahlert High School, class of 1969. She later graduated from the University of Illinois-Chicago campus.

Helen lived and worked in Chicago, where she met her future husband Michael N. Friedler. They were united in marriage on February 14, 1978 in Las Vegas, Nevada. He preceded her in death on October 13, 2007.

Helen will be remembered as a loving and caring person, who will be dearly missed by her family.

Surviving are her two step-children, Lane and Lisa Friedler both of Atlanta, GA; siblings, Peggy Burds of McClain, VA, Eileen O’Neill of East Dubuque, Mary (Gary) Kupferschmidt, and Lois O’Neill both of Dubuque, and Michael (Cathy) O’Neill of East Dubuque; nieces and nephews; her aunts, Erma Schneider and Mary “Bebe” McWilliams and uncles, Louis and Ed Banfield.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl “Dede” and Luella, husband, Michael, a son, Francis at birth, two brothers, James and Thomas O’Neill, and brothers-in-law, David Burds and Jerry Stoeffler.

The O’Neill family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Dubuque Specialty Care and Hospice of Dubuque for the loving care and compassion shown to Helen.

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

Lois K. Scott

Lois K. Scott, 70, of Epworth, Iowa passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2019 at her home in Epworth, Iowa with family by her side, after a long battle with cancer.

Friends and relatives of Lois may call from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 9, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa. A Memorial Service for Lois will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 9, 2019 at Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa with Pastor Stephanie Schlimm presiding.

She was born February 7, 1949 in Cascade, Iowa, daughter of Clarence “Shorty” and Hazel (Behrends) Breitbach. She graduated from Western Dubuque High School in Epworth, Iowa. On October 23, 1967 she was united in marriage to Rick C. Scott in Asbury, Iowa.

Lois enjoyed time with her family and friends, especially playing cards with her siblings. Her true passion was playing Bingo. She was also a huge Yankees and Cubs baseball fan. Lois worked as a CNA at Heritage Manor in Asbury, Iowa for 22 years.

She is survived by her husband, Rick Scott of Epworth, IA; two daughters, Dawn (Brad) Patterson of Asbury, IA, Valerie Lehmann of Epworth, IA; one son, David (Fiance, Julie) Scott of Dubuque, IA; 6 grandchildren, Beth (Chad) Harwick, Matt Brandenburg, Evan and Eli Scott, Devin Coyle and Ethan Yeager; 2 great grandchildren, Kylee and Carsyn Harwick; one brother, Gerald Breitbach of Cascade, IA; two sisters, Vickie (Stu Hetherington) Holub of Mesa, AZ and Sharon Meyer of East Dubuque, IL; two sisters-in-law, Tyris (Bob) Cummings of Basco, IL and Tonja (Tony) Inman of Kansas City, MO.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Shirley Keating; sister-in-law, Connie Breitbach; mother and father-in-law, Wayne “Rusty” and Jeanne Scott; two brothers-in-law, Ronald Scott and Raymond (Connie) Scott.

A huge thank you from the family goes out to Dr. Christine Holm and the Mercy Oncology Department. Also a special thank you to the staff at Hospice of Dubuque, especially Amy M. and Jennie.

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

Thomas L. Frey

Thomas Louis Frey, age 87 of Dubuque, was called home on February 23, 2019 at home, surrounded by his family. To celebrate Tom’s life, a private family service will be held in the spring of 2019. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Tom’s family.

Tom was born January 27, 1932 in Guttenberg Iowa, a son to Thomas and Elsie (Hosler) Frey. Tom graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1952 and went on to honorably serve his country with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After completing his service, he went back to school at the University of Dubuque. Tom was eventually united in marriage to his beautiful bride, Marcella Linehan on May 2, 1964. They were blessed with 30 years together, and 4 children before she was sadly called home ahead of Tom on December 9,1994.

Tom spent the early years in his working career at two of the historic retail giants in town. He spent a few years at Roshek’s Department Store before moving forward as the manager at Stampfer’s Department Store for many years. Tom next ventured to Oskaloosa with his family, where he managed Snyder’s Department Store and The Sunflower before moving back to Dubuque, once again, as the manager of Stampfer’s Department Store until its final closing. Tom would complete his years in the working world as a manager at Theisen’s, working in sales at KDTH and finally retiring from USA Furniture in 2016.

Tom was the treasurer of the Senior High School Alumni Class of ’52. He always enjoyed spending time with family and friends, especially during the summer when his family would gather from all around. Tom also enjoyed listening to music and an evening at the symphony was always on his to do list. Tom loved life and bringing joy to everyone he met through the art of laughter was a continual goal in his life. All who knew and loved Tom are both sad and grateful today for the abundance of wonderful memories he leaves behind, and the empty chair that now resides with his Tuesday morning breakfast group will forever resonate with the echo of the last genuine laugh Tom shared with his friends. Thank you, Tom, for the kind and compassionate spirit you possessed, and may you now rest from your labors until we meet again.

Those left to cherish Tom’s memory include,

his children,
Kathy (Kevin) Mauk, Des Moines, IA,
and Elaine Frey-Capacchione, Dubuque, IA;

his grandchildren,
Emily Mauk,
Kaitlyn Mauk,
Eden Frey-Capacchione,
Erica Frey, Evan Frey,
Elizabeth Capacchione,
and Thomas Lee Frey;

his great-grandchildren,
Andrew, David III and Hallie;

his sister, Betty Lierer, Hamilton, Ohio;

and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marcella; his sons, Thomas Louis Frey Jr. and Thomas Richard Frey; a brother, George (Alma) Frey; two sisters, Jennie (Wayne) Donaldson and Virginia (Bob) Stebor; a brother-in-law, Carl Lierer; a son-in-law, Vincent Capacchione; and a grandson, Steven Rhomberg.

Tom’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all of their wonderful care and support during these very difficult days.

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

Richard A. Huber

Richard A. “Rich” Huber, age 85, of Dubuque, died Saturday, February 23, 2019 at ManorCare, surrounded by his loving family. According to his wishes there will be no services. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Richard’s family.

Rich was born on October 1, 1933 in Dubuque, a son to Ralph and Stella (Stecklein) Huber. Rich spent his early years learning the values of faith, family, friendship and fun. He was united in marriage to his soul-mate, Doris J. Guler on September 22, 1956. They were blessed with 62 wonderful years together, and a deeply loved son, Rick, who sadly passed away in 1999. Rich took his responsibility as husband, father and provider seriously and faithfully invested over 33 years of his time and talents at John Deere before retiring in 1992.

In his free-time, Rich was known to enjoy a little speed and excitement. Some of his favorite options included an afternoon on the motorcycle with Doris, a sunny day behind the boat on two skis, or an evening at the stock car races with Rick. Rich and his brother eventually built their own stock car which was assigned number 1/5 and is known to have raced it at least once (with little success) at the old Dubuque Speedway on Kerper Blvd. Rich also knew how to embrace serenity and an afternoon of hiking in Arizona could also bring him the same kind of satisfaction that an evening at the bowling alley with friends would. Speaking of bowling, Rich was an avid bowler, bowling in various Leagues in Dubuque for many years and earned numerous trophies, including ones for bowling 300 games.

Rich took great pride in knowing how to find balance between living, loving, working and playing. He was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and keenly held to the hope that soon the earth will return to the paradise that God has promised. He strived to make the world a better place by continually making a conscious effort to affect those around him in a positive manner. We will miss Rich dearly, and we are forever grateful for the 85 years he was with us. We know that he is sleeping and at peace now, awaiting the promised resurrection to perfect peace and happiness on earth. Thank you, Rich for the love, lessons and memories you leave behind; we will truly cherish them until we meet again!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Richard include,
his loving wife,
Doris Huber, Dubuque, IA;

his brothers and sister,
Maryelle Parades, Dubuque, IA,
Bob (Trish) Huber, Davenport, IA,
and Randy (Jane) Huber, Houston, TX,

his sisters-in-law,
Mary Huber, Houston, TX,
Margie Huber, Dubuque, IA,
Bernice Beresford, Dubuque, IA,
Lucille Kachevas, Rock Island, IL,
and Ruth Guler, Dubuque, IA;

his brother-in-law,
Wayne Freisinger, Phoenix, AZ;

along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Rich was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Rick; his sister, Bonnie Dee; his brothers, Wayne Huber and Ronald Huber; his sister-in-law, Jeanette Freisinger; and his brothers-in-law, Donald Beresford, Peter Kachevas and Clarence Guler.

Richard’s family would like to thank all their loving family, friends and the nurses and staff at ManorCare for all of their care and support through this very difficult time, especially Joe, John, and Margie. We also would like to thank Jeanette of Hospice of Dubuque for her kindness, compassion, and concern for Richard during his last days and Diane and all the staff at ‘No Place Like Home’ who cared for Rich while at home. Finally, a very, very special thank you to Clem Pline, a long-time dear friend of Richard who so willing offered himself, not only to assist Rich in times of need, but also for providing a never-ending stream of humor to cheer his days.

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

Brian K Hall

Brian K Hall, 50, of Key West, IA passed away on February 23, 2019 at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 1, 2019 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Key West, with Rev. Rodney Allers officiating. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where there will be a parish wake service at 3:00 p.m.

Brian was born on May 17, 1968 in Dubuque, the son of Billie and Patricia (Moore) Hall. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. He married Maureen Sweeney on May 20, 1995 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He worked at John Deere Dubuque Works and was a member of the UAW Local 94.

Brian was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. He loved his family, his friends, and his cats Bill and Ted.

He is survived by his wife Maureen, son Brandon, daughters Taylor and Sydney, brother Rich (Dawn) Hall, mother-in-law Jane Sweeney, brothers and sisters-in law Matt Sweeney, Tim (Kathy) Sweeney, Jeremey “Moose” (Katie) Stuart, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Bridget and Debbie Hall, father-in-law Lloyd Sweeney, and close friends Joe Sullivan and Andy Grant.

In lieu of flowers a Brian K Hall Memorial fund has been established.