Obituaries Archive

Alice M. Wilwert-Oeth

Alice M. Wilwert-Oeth, 93, of Hawkeye Care Center, formerly of Dubuque and Epworth, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Hawkeye Care Center in Asbury, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Alice may call from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 28, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa.

Services for Alice will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 28, 2019 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Epworth, Iowa, with Rev. Kevin Wilwert presiding and Rev. Michael Schueller concelebrating. Burial will be held in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Epworth, Iowa.

She was born in December 4, 1925 Epworth, Iowa, first child and daughter of George and Mary (Reinsbach) Streif. She attended Millville School, St. Clement’s Bankston, and the University of Dubuque. She taught in one room rural schools for several years and later worked as a Teacher Associate at Western Dubuque High School for 27 years.

On August 23, 1948 she was united in marriage to Gilbert Wilwert at St. Clement’s Catholic Church in Bankston, Iowa. He preceded her in death on July 18, 1982. She married Bernard Oeth on March 4, 1998. He preceded her in death on July 17, 2009.

Her garden was a source of much food for freezing and canning. Her flowers gave her much satisfaction. In early years she sewed most of her children’s and her clothes, repaired and mended for many others. She made baby quilts for each grandchild and a comforter for each graduating senior to take along to college. She was a foster parent for many years and a member of the Dominic’s. She enjoyed the Elderhostel programs for 10 years and liked her bingo games. She spent many hours with Bernard while he was a resident at Ennoble Manor.

She was a member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Epworth, Iowa.

She is survived by seven children, John (Ellen) Wilwert of Allen, TX, James Wilwert of Ankeny, IA, Joel (Lynda) Wilwert of Spokane, WA, Dr. Jason (Tracy) Wilwert of Sequim, WA, Jane Tucker of Sumner, IA, Jean (Bob) Krueger of West Des Moines, IA, Julie (Mark) Kuehnle of Cedar Rapids, IA; one daughter-in-law, Peg Wilwert of Iowa Falls, IA; 18 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; 5 step-children; 15 step-grandchildren; 27 step great grandchildren; four siblings, Sr. Mildred Streif of Dubuque, IA, Darrel Streif of Dyersville, IA, Laura Streif of Stockton, IL and Donna Streif of Dubuque, IA; brother-in-law, Eddie Breitbach of Dubuque, IA; sister-in-law, Dorothy Link of Dubuque, IA.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; her son, Dr. Jeff Wilwert; grandson, James Kuehnle; son-in-law, Donald Tucker; one brother, Edward Streif, two sisters, Marion (Wayne) Kirmse and Arlene Breitbach; one sister-in-law, Lorraine Streif; 3 brothers-in-law, Herman Wilwert, Ralph (Elaine) Wilwert and Laverne Link; 2 sisters-in-law, Calista (first husband, Fay Steger) (Paul) Hoppman and Mary Frances (John) Meier.

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

Cynthia L. Eudaley

Cynthia “Cindy” L. Eudaley, 72, of Dubuque, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2019 peacefully at home after a long, courageous battle with breast cancer.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, January 27, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Rd., Dubuque. Private burial will be at Linwood Cemetery at a later date.

Cindy was born September 16, 1946 in Dubuque, the daughter of Robert and Evelyn (Maus) Schweikert. She was a cosmetologist for 32 years, and owned and operated Cindy’s Head Shed in Dyersville. She also worked at Floor Show in Dubuque for many years. Cindy poured her heart and soul in to everything she did. She was a loyal friend to many, and loved by all who knew her.

A loving mother and grandmother, her daughters and grandchildren were the center of her world. She rarely missed a sporting event, concert, or any other social event her grandkids were involved with. She especially loved listening to Maddy sing, watching Brittni play volleyball, and Cole and Conner playing baseball. She was a huge fan of Beckman Baseball and the Dyersville Whitehawks. Cindy was always the life of the party, she had an exceptional sense of humor and her laugh was infectious. There wasn’t a dance floor she didn’t love.

Cindy is survived by two daughters, Jodi (Doug) Klostermann of Dyersville and Wendy (Brent) Wright of Cedar Falls; her grandchildren Cole and Conner (friend Lauren Faust) Klostermann, and Brittni and Madison Wright; former spouse Rick Eudaley of Ft. Myers, FL, her sister, Sonja (Martin) Arensdorf of Dubuque; her brother Tom (Jan) Schweikert of Dubuque; and several nieces and nephews, Tami Hill, Amy (Jerry) Turner, Brett (Pam) Arensdorf, Drew Arensdorf, Brad Schweikert, and Jennifer (Tony) White.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

We would like to thank Hospice, especially Edna, Jenny, and Julie for their kindness and support. Our mother’s passing was one of love and peace and we thank you for making this last memory of her one of dignity and grace.

We also wish to thank the Doctors and staff at Grand River Oncology, especially Dr. Herman and Dr. Heiar.

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

Milton E. Kyarsgaard

Milton E. “Milt” Kyarsgaard, 89, of Delmar, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday evening, January 23, 2019, under the care of Hospice of Jackson County at Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of Milt’s life will be held at 1:30 P.M., Monday, January 28, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

Milton Eugene Kyarsgaard was born on July 22, 1929 in Sabula, Iowa, to John and Alice (Everson) Kyarsgaard. He grew up in Sabula, Miles and Welton and attended Elwood High School. He married Mavis Joan Easton on March 27, 1949 in Maquoketa, Iowa. She preceded him in death on June 3, 2007.

“Milt” first farmed and then worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa. From 1962 to 1985 he worked at Caterpillar in Mt. Joy doing work standards and time study. He retired after 23 years of service.

“Milt” was a member of the Eagles Club in Maquoketa. He enjoyed golfing, camping, snowmobiling, bowling and taking yearly trips with Mavis to Florida.

Those left to honor his memory include his sons, Dennis (LaVerle) Kyarsgaard of Sterling, IL, and Jeff (Debbie) Kyarsgaard of Delmar, IA; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and 3 brothers Ronald, Victor and Dean.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, Milton E. “Milt” Kyarsgaard memorial fund has been established.

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

Joan F. Donovan

Joan Frances Donovan, 86, passed away January 23, 2019. Daniel O’Donnell and Dale Earnhardt Jr. lost their biggest fan.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, January 26, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, where friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass. Rev. Steven Rosonke will officiate. Private Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is entrusted with arrangements.

Joan was born December 26, 1932 in Dubuque, the daughter of Daniel and Mary (Melloy) Dougherty. She married Gerald “Buzzy” Donovan on September 10, 1955 at St. Raphael Cathedral. He preceded her in death on January 6, 2001.

Joan and Buzzy farmed in Rickardsville, and she also worked at the Dubuque Packing Company for 30 years, retiring in 1981. After retiring from the Pack, Joan and Buzzy purchased Dillon’s Kountry Aire Resort in Branson, MO, which they owned and operated for 20 years. She was an active member of Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Branson, and ran the gift shop for over 20 years. Joan spent many days embroidering quilts for her kids and grandkids. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Joan is survived by three children, Dave (Trena) Donovan of Forsyth, MO, Dennis (Julie) Donovan of Dubuque, and Mary Kay Dencklau of Norwalk, IA; her grandchildren Holly (Clara Altman) Donovan of Washington D.C., Danny Donovan of Bellingham, WA, Amy (A.J.) Munier of Forsyth, MO, Cindy (Skylar Ayers) Donovan-Ayers of Forsyth, MO, and Naomi Donovan-Ward of Branson, MO; her great grandkids, Frances Altman-Donovan, Arthur Jess Munier V, Harper Sunny Ayers, and Augusta Marie Munier; and her sister in law Lois Houselog of Dubuque.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her oldest son, Daniel Donovan; her son in law, Scott Dencklau; and her siblings, Cecelia (Diz) Henkes, Paul (Helen) Dougherty, Marita “Dubby” (Fran) Mootz, and Kathleen (LeRoy) Holz.

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

Mary L. Davis

Mary L. Davis, age 63 of Galena and formerly of Dubuque, completed her earthly journey on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, with her loving husband by her side.

To celebrate Mary’s life, a private family service is being held in June. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Mary’s family.

Mary was born on May 31, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois, a daughter to Frederick H. and Helen M. (Phau) Wade. She graduated from high school in 1973 and shortly after began her life as an adult by beginning a family of her own. She was blessed with 4 beautiful children and would have the privilege of living in multiple cities around the U.S. before finally landing in Dubuque.

Her years in the Dubuque area where definitely good to Mary and she not only had the opportunity to share her positive attitude with those around her, but she was also fortunate enough to find her true love, Eric Davis. The couple was united in marriage on November 8, 2010 in Dubuque and spent the last 8 years adoring one another daily.

Mary did enjoy working outside of the house in her later years and always treasured the time she was able to spend with her friends in the kitchen at Mt. Carmel, and at the Ice Cream Shop, until she eventually retired in 2013.

Mary was a kind woman with a gentle soul. Solitude could be her friend at times, but if she let you in, her friendship was true till the end. We will miss Mary more than words can possibly say, but we are forever grateful for the abundance of love and memories she leaves behind for us to find comfort in until we see her again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Mary include:

her husband,

Eric Davis, Galena, IL;

her children,

Chris Prasil, Grand Marais, MN,

Jon Prasil, Grand Marais, MN,

Ashlee Burke, Dubuque, IA,

and Alex Prasil, Mesa, AZ;

her siblings,

Richard Wade, FL,

Ken Wade, AZ,

and Melody Ann Ellis, FL;

Mary is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents.

Mary’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Mercy Hospital, and Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their wonderful care and support.

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

James Durham

James “Jim” Durham, 62, of Dubuque, passed away Tuesday, January 22, 2019.

Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, January 26, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Rd., Dubuque, where there will be a service at 4 p.m. Military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Jim was born October 23, 1956 in Decatur, IL, the son of Paul Eugene and Mary Irene (Gross) Durham. He grew up in Lisle, IL, and found his home in Dubuque, where he lived for many years.

Jim graduated high school in 1974, and served his country with the U.S. Navy during the Persian Gulf War, and also in the U.S. Navy Reserves.

Jim was a huge sports fan, and was lucky enough to live to see all of his favorite teams win championships. His family would like to thank the Blackhawks of Jim’s youth, the 90’s Chicago Bulls, the 1985 Bears, and especially the 2016 Cubs for the joy and excitement they brought to Jim! He also enjoyed listening to music and attending concerts. Family was very important to Jim, and he loved family dinner game nights and spending time with his grandkids.

Jim is survived by three children, Michelle (Shawn) Breitbach of Peosta, Amanda (fiancé Matt Hubanks) Durham, and Thomas Durham, both of Dubuque; three grandchildren, Lucas, Ella, and Erin Breitbach; his step-mother, Janet Durham; three sisters, Linda (Terry) Bloome, Susan (Philip) Paradiso, and Nancy (Terry) Fisher; and two step-siblings, Julie (James) Jones Hackbarth and Linda (Jeff) Jones Booth.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers in infancy, Thomas and Patrick.

The family would like to thank Bruce Dean for being a true friend for life, and to all the friends and family who have offered their tremendous support. Thank you also to the staff at Grand Meadow Luther Manor for their care of Jim.

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

Sister Mary Crimmin

Sister Mary Crimmin, BVM (Agnes), 83, of 1050 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019, at Marian Hall.

Natural burial Rite of Commitment was Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019, with burial in the Mount Carmel Cemetery. Memorial service will be Monday, Jan. 28, 2019 in the Marian Hall Chapel. Sharing of Memories will be at 10:15 a.m., followed immediately by a memorial Mass.

Sister Mary served the congregation as regional representative, assistant administrator of the Motherhouse, and BVM life facilitator for the Mount Carmel Retirement Community, all in Dubuque, Iowa. She served in parish ministry in Chicago; Evanston, Ill.; and Crystal, Minn., and in Hispanic ministry in Kankakee, Ill. She was an elementary teacher in Casper, Wyo.; Grayslake, Ill.; and Chicago where she also worked as an adult education teacher.

She was born on May 12, 1935, in Chicago to Bernard and Frances O’Connor Crimmin. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1953, from Our Lady Help of Christians Parish, Chicago. She professed first vows on March 19, 1956, and final vows on July 16, 1961.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Patrick, brother-in-laws Steve Morgan and Bob Wermes . She is survived by sisters Marcella Morgan, Elgin, IL; Loretta Wermes, Shorewood, IL; and Frances (Frank) Lyne, Wheaton, IL; nieces and nephews; and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 65 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM Support Fund, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at https://www.bvmcong.org/support_donate.cfm.

Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd, Dubuque, IA 52003 is in charge of arrangements.

Michael L. Conklin

Michael L. Conklin, age 60 of Dubuque, completed his earthly journey on Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque. To celebrate Michael’s life, a private family service is being held. Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dubuque, IA. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Michael’s family.

Michael was born on July 10, 1958, in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, a son to Robert C. and Shirley G. (Conant) Conklin. He developed his sometimes witty, but almost always sarcastic sense of humor at a very early age. He would perfect it throughout his 60 years to a point that he would even make himself laugh from time to time. Michael was quite a humble man in the more public forums, but he would definitely let you know what he thought about any given topic when he was feeling comfortable within the confines of his close relationships with family and friends. And, if the subject happened to contain some of his favorite Science Fiction, movies or games you could be sure that you were going to be correctly informed in only mere moments; and possibly with an excellent impression or two and always with absolute authority!

Michael devoted many years of his working life to both the Diamond Jo Casino and Wal-Mart. He made many friends along the way and will always be remembered for both his consistency in performance and courteous demeanor. But Michael’s real passion in life was when he was hanging out with his family. Never having any children of his own, Michael had developed an uncanny knack for adopting Nieces and Nephews without any effort at all. If Michael had decided that you were going to be allowed into his inner most circle, you could always be sure that you were there to stay. We will miss Michael moving forward and it’s almost impossible to bear the pain of not hearing what the problems with the world are one more time, but we know Michael fought hard against his cancer over the years and now we pray he is able to rest from his labors and do a little catching up with his parents and his nephew, Keith. Thank you Michael for leaving us an abundance of memories to hang on to until we meet again!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Michael include,

his siblings,

Don (Nichole) Conklin, Eau Claire, WI,
Phillip Conklin, Milwaukee, WI,
and Pat Schoonover, Dubuque, IA;

his nieces and nephew,
Teresa (Stephen) Green, Dubuque, IA,
John (Stacey) Hudson, Lake Geneva, WI,
and Amanda (Jacob) Winders, Dubuque, IA;

and his great-nieces and nephews who will lovingly remember Michael as “Uncle Monkey”.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents; and a nephew, Keith Brian.

Michael’s family would like to thank the Dr’s, nurses and staff at Mercy Hospital, and Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their wonderful care and support of Michael, and his family.

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

Timothy Hammerand

Timothy “Tim” Hammerand, Age 55, passed away on Monday, January 21, 2019 at his home in Dubuque, IA. He was doing what he loved working on the farm.

Friends may call at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Sherrill, IA on Friday, January 25 from 2 PM to 8 PM, where a Funeral Mass will be offered on Saturday, January 26 at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow In the Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery. Father Noah Diehm will be officiating. Services are entrusted to Hoffmann-Schneider, and Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

Tim was born on August 7, 1963 in Dubuque, IA to Martin and Norma Jean (Oberfoell) Hammerand. He married Lynne Schultz on July 9, 1983. He graduated from Hempstead High School in 1982 and has worked with his father on the family’s dairy farm since his early childhood. Tim now works on the farm with his son Derek, who will carry on the legacy of what is Riverview Holstein Farms. Tim shared his love of the Chicago Cubs with his mother and was thrilled to see them win the World Series. He is also an avid sports fan with his love extending to the Chicago Bears and the Iowa Hawkeyes. Tim enjoyed playing cards especially his bi-monthly poker games with his friends. He enjoyed playing darts, which he did for over 20 years. He was an avid fisherman and camper, where he always enjoyed the annual Hammerand campout where Tim enjoyed not showering for days at a time.

Tim was a devoted family man and loved to play jokes and pull pranks on anyone he cared about. His grandchildren were his heart and soul and he loved to do things on the farm with them any chance he got. Tim was an avid softball player in his younger years where he would slide into the base to keep things interesting. In Tim’s memory the family requests everyone to go and have a Holstein Highball.

Tim is survived by his beloved wife Lynne, his children, Beth (Tommy) Schmitt of Dubuque, Jennifer Hammerand, and Derek Hammerand, also of Dubuque. Cherished grandfather of Ethan and Madeline Schmitt and Akaela Hammerand. Brother of Doug (Chris) Hammerand of Carlisle, IA, Vickie (Brian) Hein of Durant, IA, and Amy Gregoire of North Liberty, IA. Also survived by his mother-in-law Sharon Schultz of Dubuque and his brother-in-law Rick (Kelli) Schutz of Sherrill, IA.

He is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters-in law, Laura Schmitt and Chrissy Schultz, his paternal grandparents, John and Velma Hammerand, and his maternal grandparents, Paul and Ida Oberfoell.

Anna Mae Gisch

Anna Mae (Runde) Gisch, 91, formerly of Dubuque passed away on January 20th, 2019 in Illinois.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 28th, 2019 at St. Joseph The Worker Church with Rev. Thomas McDermott officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Family and friends may gather after 9:00 a.m. Monday at the church until time of mass. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is in charge of arrangements.

Anna Mae was born on July 9, 1927 in Hazel Green, WI the daughter of Albert and Rosa (Brant) Runde. In May of 1945 she graduated from Hazel Green High School and in September of 1948 graduated from Mercy Hospital School of Nursing in Dubuque. She was a Registered Nurse and worked for Mercy Hospital and Holy Family Hall, Mount St. Francis both in Dubuque.

Mrs. Gisch was married to Paul Gisch on September 8, 1951 at the Church of the Nativity in Dubuque. He preceded her in death on August 6th, 2018.

She enjoyed golf, tennis and playing bridge. She was a great mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed.

Anna Mae is survived by her children, Mary (Rick) Marinelli, of Kansas City, MO, Joseph (Kate) Gisch, of Irvine, CA, Jill (William) Wilberding, of Edwardsville, IL, and Mark Gisch, of West Des Moines. Five grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Paul, her grandson Danny Wilberding, and her siblings.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Joseph The Worker Church or Children’s Tumor Foundation.

Jane E. Davis

Jane E. Davis, 86, of Dubuque passed away Saturday, January 19, 2019

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, January 25, 2019 at Holy Spirit Parish-Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Rev. Dwayne Thoman officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, January 24, 2019 at Hoffmann Schneider Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1640 Main Street where there will be a prayer service at 2:45 p.m.

Jane was born in Dubuque, Iowa to Wilmer and Mildred (Arthofer) Atkinson on June 7, 1932. She attended Holy Trinity Grade School and graduated from Dubuque Senior High in 1950. Jane was united in marriage to Joseph Davis and together they raised 6 children. She concluded her working career retiring from Target in 1998.

She enjoyed attending music events, a game of cards with friends and PBS Masterpiece Theatre. She loved all things history from her beloved Point Neighborhood to her ancestors of England, stating many times she was “More English than the Queen of England”.

She was a member of Holy Trinity parish.

Jane is survived by her children, Stanley (Julie) Davis, of Huxley, IA, Catherine Davis-Quade, of Dubuque, Ann (Dennis) Banks, of Houston, TX, Paul (Teresa) Davis, of Dubuque, Margaret (Jim) Kessler, of Dubuque, and Patricia (Keith) Elphick, of Rochester, NY; 14 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; two sisters, Ardith Peterson and Mary Severson; and two brothers, Wilmer Atkinson and Jonathan Atkinson.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

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

Don L. McDonald

Don L. McDonald, age 89 (two weeks shy of his 90th birthday), passed away on January 19, 2019, in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of Don’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, January 31, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 P.M., Wednesday, January 30, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation has taken place and burial will be at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

Don L. McDonald was born on February 2, 1929 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Scott LeRoy and Vivienne Estelle (Berkley) McDonald. He was a 1946 graduate of Maquoketa High School and then attended and graduated from the University of Dubuque with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict serving in the U.S. Navy earning an honorable discharge. He married Constance C. “Connie” Neal on June 28, 1959 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Don first taught math and coached football, basketball and baseball at Maquoketa High School from 1954 to 1956. He then worked as a safety engineer with Hawkeye Security Insurance Company until June of 1958. On July 1, 1958 he began an extensive career with Clinton Engines in Maquoketa. He served in many capacities including Assistant Manager of Sales in 1962, Account Executive – Head of Export Division in 1964 spending 6 ½ weeks abroad. In 1967 he became Vice President in Charge of Sales. Throughout his career he was instrumental in helping Clinton Engines earn recognitions and service awards as well as several large contracts. After Clinton Engines, he sold sporting goods for Alliance International out of Vancouver, B.C., and later owned “The Outdoorsman” sporting goods store in Maquoketa. Until retiring in 2011, he headed up Maquoketa Insurance and McDonald Realty in association with Maquoketa State Bank.

Don was a member of the Maquoketa VFW Post #3633 O’Connor-Regenwether, Maquoketa American Legion Post #75, and St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Maquoketa. He was a former member of the Maquoketa Rotary Club, Maquoketa Optimist Club and the Izaak Walton League. As a member of the Izaak Walton League it was his brainstorm that became known as the Annual Mesquakie Indian River Trail Canoe Race beginning in 1973.

Don cherished spending time with family and friends and attending his grandsons’ activities including plays and baseball games. He loved dogs and always had them throughout his life. Additionally, he enjoyed fishing, boating, hunting, golfing, grilling, and gardening.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Connie McDonald of Maquoketa, IA; children, Jane (Russ) Long of Maquoketa, IA, and Don Jay McDonald of Santa Barbara, CA; 2 grandsons, Andrew Long of Maquoketa, IA and Lucas Long of Marion, IA; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Clark Neal and Paula Handrup of Goodyear, AZ; 1 niece Kimberly Church; and 2 nephews, Jason Neal and Shawn Neal. He was preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter Lynne D. McDonald, and a brother Teddy McDonald.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Don L. McDonald memorial fund has been established.

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

Janann Riley

Janann Riley, 90, of Dubuque passed away Friday January 11, 2019 at Luther Manor.

Visitation will be held from 9-11 a.m. on Monday January 28, 2019 with the funeral service immediately following at 11 a.m. at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory at 2659 JFK Road.

Janann “Nan” Riley was born January 8, 1929 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Julius & Lorraine (Cox) Bonz. She married James P. Riley on May 8, 1948; he preceded her in death.

She spent time and was raised with her family at the Dubuque Shooting Park. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and attended the University of Dubuque as well. Before leaving high school Janaan was already a secretary at Jaeger’s Hardware and then Farley & Loetscher.

It didn’t take Roshek’s long to hire her and they kept her for 8 years as they trained her to be a retail buyer. Nan went on to work at Zuckies and Stevens where she stayed for 34 years until her retirement. She became the vice president and helped open five women’s clothing stores.

Upon retirement she purchased a home in Scottsdale, Arizona where she wintered. Janann would come back during the summers to stay with her sister Elaine. She also enjoyed spending vacations in the Caribbean. Nan was a great dancer and singing was one of her favorite hobbies. She loved her family especially her nieces and nephews. Janann also loved her pets as she considered them part of her family.

She is survived by her sister Elaine Mozena of Peosta; Her nieces and nephews Rodney (Diann) Mozena, Kathy (James) Bender, Joel (Linda) Mozena, David (Tracy) Mozena, Lisa Beatty, Katie Riley and Jim Riley; Great nieces and nephews Michelle (Kelly) Mudge, Tammy (Tim) Stueck, Nathan (Shalet Middleton) Mozena, Nichole (Eric) Lambert, Leah Bender (Kent Howieson), Josh (Sarah) Mozena, Todd (Kendra) Mozena, Elize Mozena, Tara Mozena. She is also survived by her brother-in-law John (Ann) Riley.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lorraine and Julius Bonz, and her brother in law Merlin Mozena.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that any donations be directed to Hospice of Dubuque, the Alzheimers Association, or Luther Manor.

The family would like to thank Luther Manor and Hospice of Dubuque for their compassion and care of Janann.

Richard W. Hebert

Richard W. “Dick” Hebert, 91, of Dubuque, passed away Sunday, January 20, 2019 at Luther Manor.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 23, at St. Raphael Cathedral, where friends may greet the family from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Msgr. Thomas Toale will officiate. Military honors will be accorded. Private burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is entrusted with arrangements.

Surviving Dick is his son, Christopher (Lois) Hebert and their son Richard, of Manteca, CA; his god-daughter Molly (Jim) Kolf of Dubuque; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Armand Hebert, his mother Laura Klein Hebert; brothers Phillip Hebert, Patrick Hebert, and Armand Lee Hebert; and his sister Rose Bebert Kane.

Dick served his country with the U.S. Army during World War II and also in Korea as a Medic. When he returned he went on to study and graduate from Loras, and then followed with a Master’s Degree.

He spent the rest of his life in education and when he retired he held the position of Dean of Students at Minneapolis Community College. He loved his life’s work and he kept in touch with a lot of his former students, and helped them in any way he could. He possessed a wonderful sense of humor, and if you spent time with him, you would always walk away from him with a smile on your face and some bit of new information.

The family would like to thank all his friends at Sunset Park, where he lived for the past 10 years, his friend Cindy Kohlman, the staff of Luther Manor and Hospice of Dubuque. The family requests no flowers. Donations will be distributed among Dick’s favorite charities.

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

Sylvester A. Weires

Sylvester A. “Sonny” Weires, 78, of Dubuque and Floral City, Florida, passed away Tuesday, January, 15, 2019, from complications of Alzheimer’s, at Vitas Healthcare, Lecanto, FL. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Friday, January 25, 2019, at Holy Spirit Parish, Sacred Heart Church, 2215 Windsor Avenue, Dubuque, with Rev. Andrew Awotwe-Mensah officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., on Thursday, January, 24, 2019, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, where there will be a parish wake service held at 7:30 p.m.

Sonny was born on June 26, 1940, in Waterloo, IA, son of Otto M. and Clara (Thimmisch) Weires.

Sonny graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1959. He married Donna M. Jentz on February 13, 1960, and they were inseparable until the end. Sonny worked at various jobs prior to starting at John Deere in 1963. He retired from John Deere in 1993. Sonny was an accomplished musician, taking up guitar in his 20’s. He played lead guitar and sang in various country bands at many events and nightclubs. He dabbled with other instruments as well and inspired all of his children, several grandchildren and Donna to learn to play music too. He was an avid archer, deer hunter, and a long-time active member of the Dubuque Field Archers. He boated with family and friends for decades on the Mississippi. He taught many people to ski, pulling them with his well-known green Starcraft. He insisted anyone could learn. In his “free time” he was busy restoring and painting cars at the family home he built, with the help of friends and family at Mud Lake. He enjoyed classic car shows and was a member of the Dubuque Antique Car Club. Sonny was a life-long Christian and born-again at age 45. He lived his Christian faith, attending church weekly, studying the bible often and treating all with kindness.

He is survived by

his wife of 58 years,
Donna Weires;

his three sons,
Randy (Brenda Faris) Weires,
Rodney (Kimberly) Weires
and Rick (Karen) Weires;

his daughter,
Kim (Kevin) Discher;

11 grandchildren,
Russ, Roger, Jake, Julie, Natalie, Becca, Andrea, Jessica, Katie, Dylan and Brooke;

10 great-grandchildren;

his brother,
Otto Weires;

his sisters,
Loretta Paar
and Betty (Leo) Stepflug;

his brother-in-law,
Kenny (Pat) Jentz;

and his sisters-in-law,
Helene (Jack) Bennett
and Darlene Chapman.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Delores Kester and Mary Grobstick; and his brothers-in-law, Ronny Jentz, Clarence Jentz, Roger Jentz, Dick Paar and Gary Chapman.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among Sonny’s favorite charities.

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