Obituaries Archive

Pamela Bernstein

Pamela Bernstein, 80, of Galena, IL, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Her life will be celebrated from 2 to 5 PM on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at the Desoto Hotel in Galena. A private family service will occur at Casper Creek Natural Cemetery, rural Galena. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family.

Pamela was born on July 1, 1944, and grew up in Wilson, New York, a small town on Lake Ontario. She graduated from Wilson Central High School and Baldwin-Wallace College in Berea, Ohio. After college, she pursued graduate studies in French at Case Western Reserve University and spent a year living in France. In 1977, Pam moved to Chicago, where she met her husband, Simon. They married in 1980 and lived in the city for several years before relocating to Galena in the mid-1990s. Both were active community members, and Pam served on several boards, including the Galena City Council. Her proudest achievement was starting a city glass recycling program, which opened in 2020 and has since recycled 425 tons of glass. She also enjoyed helping to establish the Bird City program in Galena.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Savilla and Delmer Pelton, and her husband, Simon Louis Bernstein.

She is survived by her cousin, Emmie Lou Tucker; her sister-in-law, Joan Krawitz; and her nieces, Renee (Michael) Kosiarek and Swamini Saraswati.

Pam was fortunate to have wonderful and supportive friends, whom she could never thank enough (they know who they are). She and her former husband shared their home with their cat, Bitsy, and their dog, Daisy.

Donations in her name may be made to the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) or the Galena Food Pantry.

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

Ellen L. Kennedy

Ellen L. Kennedy, 87, of Dubuque and formerly of Dyersville passed away Sunday, December 8, 2024, at her home surrounded by her family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at The Church of the Resurrection in Dubuque, with burial in Resurrection Cemetery at a later date.

Ellen was born on June 13, 1937, in Ledyard, IA, the daughter of Jack and Ella (Murray) McDonald. Ellen graduated from Ledyard High School and went on to earn her teaching certificate from Briar Cliff College. She proudly taught first grade for five years.

She married James Kennedy on December 27, 1961, in Ledyard, IA. Together they raised their family in Bancroft until moving to Dyersville in 1980 and eventually Dubuque became their home.

Ellen’s interests were reading, cooking, shopping and puzzles. She loved the holidays and spending time teaching her children and grandchildren all of her best recipes. She was extremely fond of her grandchildren and her great grandchild.

Most of all Ellen loved philanthropy. Together with her husband, they helped to develop many community-based facilities, such as the Ellen Kennedy Living Center in Dyersville, the Ellen Kennedy Fine Arts Center in Cascade and the Ellen Kennedy Fine Arts Center in Anamosa.

Survivors include her husband, James; children: Dr. Sarah (Andrew) Roby of Winterset, IA, Dr. Susan Kennedy of West Des Moines, IA, Dr. Joseph (Monica Straub) Kennedy of Robins, IA, Daniel (Ruth) Kennedy of Marion, IA, James Jr. (Carrie) Kennedy of Dubuque and Michael (Teresa) Kennedy of Dubuque; 17 grandchildren: Catherine, Alex, Lauren, Jessica (Tim), Jack, Ellen, Sean (Maggie), Tom, Peter, Erica, Adam, Sam, Ella, Mya, Max, Nora and Frank  and 1 great grandchild: Charlie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, siblings: Mary Ellen McNerney, Bill McDonald, Joe McDonald, Doris Drake, Dennis McDonald, James McDonald, Patricia Jorgensen, Rose Gelhaus and Francis McDonald.

The family requests that memorials be directed to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (https://givenow.lls.org/give/) or the charity of your choice.

Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family.  Information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com.

James D. Welbes

James Donovan Welbes, age 31, of Dubuque, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at his family home.  To honor this beautiful life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm with a sermon by Fr. Steve Garner on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main St. Dubuque, IA.

Jimi was born to Anastasia L. Garner and James J. Welbes in Dubuque, Iowa on October 26, 1993. He attended school at Marshall Elementary, Jefferson Jr. High, and Hempstead High School during his childhood years.

Throughout his young life, Jimi had many hobbies and talents to be admired. He loved skateboarding and snowboarding and spent a lot of time at skateparks and Sundown mountain as a teenager with his friends. He worked at Vinny Vanucchis in Dubuque.

Jimi was beyond intelligent, oftentimes superseding many expectations and surprising everyone with his wit and wisdom, even at a very young age. He always knew what to say, whether it was to share advice, crack a joke, or just listen and understand. Jimi had great personal style and loved to coordinate his outfits and wear very fashionable clothes and shoes. He was creative, and had a huge talent and interest in the arts, being able to draw very intricate portraits on very interesting and unsuspected mediums. Jimi picked up crochet later in life and made gifts for his siblings such as hats and stuffed animals.

We all remember, cherish, and forever embrace the memories we have made with Jimi.

Later in adulthood, while on his complex journey through life, Kylie came into existence. Kylie was a beautiful, kind, and loving soul. She was so loved and supported by friends and family coming out to the world in her transition. She held every great quality she had ever had in the past, plus so much more. Kylie discovered a love for writing and creating music, writing profound and unique lyrics for songs and connecting with other artists both near and far. Kylie lived at her family home with her grandma, Dino and her aunt, Kim where she spent time writing and recording music, playing the ukulele, and loved visiting friends and local businesses in Dubuque in her free time. Kylie worked at Casey’s on Peru Rd. in Dubuque. She cared deeply about her friends, family, and co-workers and made an impact on so many lives. She had a way to make everyone around her feel seen and understood.

Those left to cherish the memories of both Jimi and Kylie, in love and light, include mother, Anastasia “Stacy” Garner; siblings, Shelby (Blake) Welbes, Alayna (Vincent) Tuzar, and Carson (Daniel) Frommelt; grandparents, Daniel and Judy Garner, and Lyndeen “Dino” Welbes, an uncle, Daniel Garner and cousin, Evan Garner and beloved great aunts, great uncles, and cousins on both sides of the family, and so many great friends from both childhood and adulthood.

Preceded in death by his father, James J. Welbes and grandfather, Joseph R. Welbes.

The family would like to thank everyone for the overwhelming support, love, and kindness from friends, family, and community as well as the compassionate care of responding medical staff and officers and Behr Funeral Home staff.

Greeting cards and memorials may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main St. Dubuque, IA 52001 Attn: James “Kylie” Welbes Family

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

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James L. Kendall

James L. “Jim” Kendall, age 81, of Dubuque, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital.  To honor Jim’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Trinity Church, 1701 Rhomberg Avenue.  Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday at Holy Trinity Church with Rev. Steven M. Garner officiating.  Entombment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.  Behr Funeral Home is assisting Jim’s family.

Jim was born on February 14, 1943, in Darlington, Wisconsin, the son of James and Margaret (Smith) Kendall.

Jim graduated from St. Mary’s Grade School and Dubuque Senior High School.  Following graduation, he honorably served his country with the U.S. Army.  He married Margaret “Marg” Deeny on August 3, 1963.  They happily celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary before she sadly preceded him in death on April 18, 2014.  Jim began his working career with the Dubuque Packing Company from 1964 until 1982.   In 1982, he started Jim Kendall Plastering which he operated for over 33 years until his retirement in 2015. He enjoyed golf and looked forward to attending the Old Threshers Reunion in Mt. Pleasant, IA every year.  Jim and Marg traveled extensively all across the United States.  He loved vacationing with the whole family, but cherished their alone time as a couple.  Jim also enjoyed watching the Chicago Bears and Cubs, as well as a spirited game of cards with family and friends.  He loved his family and was always there for everyone, but his greatest joy was spending time with his granddaughters.  Jim was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Those left to cherish Jim’s memory include

his daughter,
Karla (Michael) Viertel, Dubuque, IA;

2 granddaughters,
Mia (fiancé Daniel Kunkel) Pins and Lillian Viertel;

a son-in-law,
Bill Pins, Dubuque, IA;

and 2 sisters,
Phyllis (Bill) Jaeggi
and Joanne Remakel, both of Dubuque, IA.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Margaret Kendall; a daughter, Karen Pins; a sister, Marie (Wayne) Oliver; and a brother-in-law, Bob Remakel;

Jim’s family would like to thank the wonderful nurses in the ICU at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital for the kind and compassionate care they provided for Jim.

Memorials in Jim’s memory may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Jim Kendall Family.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.behrfuneralhome.com ll who knew and loved him.

Anne M. Helling

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Anne Marie Helling, age 64, of Dubuque, Iowa. Surrounded by her family, Anne made her heavenly journey on December 8, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Anne will be at 11:30 am on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Church of the Resurrection with Father Phil Gibbs as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery in Dubuque.

Anne was born on July 26, 1960 to the late James and Constance Kenneally. She was a proud graduate of Wahlert High School, class of 1978. She married her high school sweetheart, Tim Helling, on September 20, 1980 in Dubuque.

Anne’s professional career was marked by her dedication to those she served. She spent the last years of her career as a buyer assistant at Norby’s Distributing, where she worked up to the end. Her true passion was working as a paraprofessional at Resurrection Early Childhood, where she helped nurture and support young children. Many parents will fondly remember how Mrs. Helling loved each child as her own, and she could recount every student she ever worked with, a testament to her commitment and care.

A devoted member of Resurrection Church since 1986, Anne was involved in many aspects of parish life, including the festival, prayer chain, script program, and CEW. Her faith was a central part of who she was, and she found great joy in giving back to her community.

Outside of work and family, Anne had many interests that brought her joy. She loved spending time shopping, reading, crocheting, decorating and attending craft shows. Above all, Anne adored her children and grandchildren, and they were the light of her life. She will be remembered for her ability to make a friend wherever she went. She was accustomed to spending hours sitting with friends, enjoying a diet Pepsi and a piece of pizza or pie.

Anne’s favorite song, “What a Wonderful World,” by Louis Armstrong, captures her optimistic spirit perfectly. In her words: “I see skies of blue, red roses too, and I think to myself, what a wonderful world.”

Anne will be deeply missed by all who knew her, and her legacy of love, kindness, and service will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to call her friend, wife, mother, and grandmother.
Survivors include her husband, Tim, of Dubuque; three children, Stacie (Matt Michels) Helling of Dubuque, Jamie (Jacob) Lucas of Durango, IA, and Brian (Andrea) Helling of Dubuque; seven grandchildren, Josey, James, Jordyn, Jude, Hadley, Lillian, and Brooks; three brothers-in-law, Robert (Michelle) Helling, Mike Helling, and Mark (Cathy) Helling; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her father-in-law, Robert Helling.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for Resurrection Early Childhood Center.

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

Gary G. Petersen

Gary G. Petersen, age 82, of Maquoketa, Iowa died on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at his home in Maquoketa, Iowa surrounded by his family under the care of Hospice of Jackson County.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Friday, December 13, 2024, at the First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 10 A.M. until service time at the church.  Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Delmar, Iowa.

Gary G. Petersen was born on October 4, 1942 in Maquoketa, Iowa to Alvin F. and Charline (Bailey) Petersen. He was a 1960 graduate of Maquoketa High School where he was in the National Honor Society and a lettered member of the track and football teams. He attended and graduated from the University of Iowa earning a Bachelor of Arts degree with high distinction in Geology with Physics and Mathematics minors and a Master of Science degree in Geology. At university he was a member of the Phi Beta Kappa, Phi Eta Sigma Fraternity, and The Society of Sigma Xi honor societies. He pursued further doctoral graduate studies in Geophysics at Columbia University in the City of New York. He married Joan L. Amrhein on January 7, 1967 in Cheyenne, Wyoming.

After college, he was employed as a geophysicist by Shell Oil Company. In 1977, he returned to farm east of Maquoketa for the next 47 years.

Gary had been an active member of several local organizations throughout his lifetime, some of which included the First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, Jackson County Farm Bureau, Jackson County Extension Service Board, Limestone Bluffs RC&D, Soil and Water Conservation District, and Evergreen Cemetery Trustee.

Besides his lifelong passion for all things geology, he had an interest in experimental crops and farming methods. Gary was a quiet man who cared deeply about his family and his land. He was a good man with a memorable laugh. He will be dearly missed by his loved ones.

Gary is survived by his wife of 57 years, Joan L. Petersen of Maquoketa IA; children, Eric Petersen of Maquoketa, IA and Greg (Kathryn) Petersen of Coralville, IA; brother, Wayne (Patricia) Petersen of Maquoketa, IA; aunts, Catherine Bailey and Dolores Bailey; sisters-in-law, Gretchen Nimmo and Emmajean Amrhein; brother-in-law, Ken Keltner; grandchildren, Aiden and Isaac; niece, Michelle Burkey; nephews, Brad (Karen) Petersen, Jeremy (Jenny) Simmons, and Matthew Nimmo; two great nephews and two great nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Judy Keltner; two brothers-in-law, David Nimmo and Fred Amrhein; and niece, Sara Nimmo.

Memorials may be made to the First Lutheran Church of Maquoketa, Hospice of Jackson County, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Kelley M. Fleege

Kelley Marie Fleege, passed on peacefully surrounded by family at 10:46 am on December 6th, 2024.  Close friends and family may call from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  There will be a service following the visitation at 6:00 p.m.  Following cremation burial will be in Center Grove Cemetery.

Kelley was a people person. She loved to talk and get the “scoop.” To be around her was to hear awkward catchphrases like “dorkasaurus” “get out of town!” and “what time is it in real life?” She liked stupid things like trash tv and tabloids or a bargain bin mystery novel no one’s ever heard of. She collected rocks and loved to talk about what they were and where they were from. I don’t think she really knew. She was fun. She was a cartoon. She was the absolute best.

To meet Kelley Fleege was to know her entirely, instantly. She was special person with a unique way of being who winked too much and was too understanding. Everywhere she went felt lighter, sounded louder, and smelled like pyramid red 100’s. Kelley’s legacy is a life in which she loved bigly, boldly, and unconditionally. She was a quirky, vibrant, and hilarious spirit who lives on forever in the culture of the family. It is a privilege few attain to be adored the way she will continue to be.

Surviving are her husband, Dan Fleege, her mother, Georgette O’Brien, her children, Dustin Dura, Colton Fleege, Jason Fleege, Crystal Moore, and Amber Fleege, her siblings, Sheila Ehlers, Sheree Viertel, Mike O’Brien and Kelly O’Brien, her grandchildren Addie Dura, Cora Dura, Mackenzie Dura, Kylee Fleege, Shaylee Kelly, Clayton Redding, Kenson Thein, Morgan Moore, Keira Moore, Skylar Moore, Tatum Fleege, Fynnegan Fleege, Odyn Fleege, and Freya Fleege.

She was preceded in death by her father, JT “Toby” O’Brien; and her son, Austin Dura.

The Fleege Family is grateful to Hospice of Dubuque for providing comfort to her and to us through this process.

Greeting cards and memorials in Kelley’s memory may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Kelley Fleege Family.

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

Paul E. Link

Paul E. Link, age 75, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly at home on December 2, 2024.  To honor Paul’s life, a private family service will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque with the Very Rev. Dennis J. Quint officiating.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Paul’s family.

Paul was born on August 8, 1949, in Dubuque, IA, son to Norman and JoAnn (Lucas) Link.  He was a good and decent man who embraced life and loved his family. Paul was meticulous with his responsibilities, working as a supervisor at Flexsteel for over 25 years. Paul lead with dignity and respect, making many friends along the way.

In his free time, Paul enjoyed putting a few miles on his Harley. Paul also liked watching a wide variety of shows and movies, but he especially enjoyed Westerns and sports. During the NASCAR season, he watched every race he could and loved talking about racing with his son and grandsons. His all-time favorite driver was Mark Martin. Paul also liked talking to his daughter to catch up on his grandson’s hockey games. Paul was also a football fan and cheered for the Iowa Hawkeyes and Kansas City Chiefs.

Paul’s sudden absence from our lives is more than our hearts and minds can process or understand.  We will miss him deeply, more than he would have ever known. Thank you, Paul, for reminding us to treasure each day moving forward, as each day is precious, and we never know which will be the last. May the Lord now keep you safe in His loving arms until we all meet again. May the memories that you leave behind help bring us peace as we face this much dimmer world without you among us.

Those left to cherish the memory of Paul include,

his two children,
Jeff (Melissa) Link, Peosta, IA,
and Jodi (Michael) Ciampa, Arlington, MA;

his three adored grandchildren,
Tyler (Callan) Link, Joe Link, and Ben McGlashing;

his great-grandson,
Bowyn Link;

his siblings,
Joyce (Bill) Markus, Dubuque, IA,
Steve (Carol) Link, Elgin, IA,
Dan (Sharon) Link, Holy Cross, IA,
Donna (Randy) Backes, Dubuque, IA,
and Ruth Freiburger, Farley, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents.

Paul’s family would like to thank the Dubuque Police and Fire Departments, the Medical Examiner’s Office, and Jason from the Tri-State Cremation Center for their professional and compassionate care. The family would also like to thank the staff of Pro Star Cleaning, including Amanda and Nora, who became important friends in Paul’s life.

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

Lydia Zaya

Lydia Zaya, age 91, of Galena, IL, completed her earthly journey on December 6, 2024, at the Galena Stauss Senior Care Community.  To honor Lydia’s life, a private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  Burial will be in the Prospect Hill Cemetery in Galena, IL.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Lydia’s family.

Lydia was born on July 28, 1933, in Lombard, IL, a daughter to David and Shalim (Tamras) Zaya.  She was a talented woman with a reserved nature, which fit perfectly as she devoted over 40 years at Sears & Roebuck in their administration department.  Lydia took great pride in her accomplishments and valued the friendships she made along the way.  Upon retirement, Lydia was blessed to make her way to the Galena area where she enjoyed a permanent vacation-like status and enjoyed the fruits of her labors.

In her free-time, Lydia always enjoyed a little horseback riding whenever possible and spent countless hours throughout her life savoring time in the saddle and caring for her favorite horses.  Lydia also donated numerous hours of her time and talents at the Mines of Spain and continually found great joy in her time spent in God’s creation.  We are forever grateful for the 91 years the Lord was gracious enough to share Lydia’s love and light with those around her and will treasure every memory she leaves behind now.  Thank you, Lydia, for simply being you each and every day and may the grace and mercy of our Lord and Savior keep you safely held in His loving arms until we all meet again.

Those left to cherish the memory of Lydia include,

her sister,
Julia Zaya-Faber, Galena, IL;

along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Lydia was preceded in death by her parents; 2 siblings, William “Bill” Zaya and Mary (Richard “Dick”) Barnes; and her brother-in-law, Norman Faber.

Lydia’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the Galena Stauss Community and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Betty J. Haverland

Judith E. Hall

Beverly J. McCollough

Beverly J. McCollough, 81, of Garnavillo, Iowa passed away Thursday, December 5, 2024 at Guttenberg Hospital surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be held from 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December, 10, 2024, at Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo.

Visitation will continue at 9:30 am prior to services at the church.  Funeral Service will commence at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Garnavillo with burial to follow at Garnavillo City Cemetery.

Bev was born the daughter of Gwendolyn Zahn on June 9, 1943 in Iowa City, Iowa. She attended Postville and  MFL High School. On August 27, 1960, she was united in marriage with Richard McCollough at the Marion Lutheran Church in Gunder, Iowa.

Bev was a woman of faith, and was confirmed on May 25, 1958, at Marion Lutheran Church in Gunder.

Bev was a homemaker, and enjoyed baking, cross-stitching, word searches and quilting with the church ladies.  She enjoyed spending time with family and going on summer vacations.

Survivors include her children: Carol (David) Lamker of Garnavillo, Diane (Scott) Carson of Ely, James McCollough of Tipton, Kristie Grady of McGregor, and Mark (Kelly) McCollough of Davenport.  Grandchildren: Chad (Rachel) Lamker, Aimee Lamker, Allison Carson, Dillon (Kayla) McCollough, Hunter (Dru) McCollough, Halle McCollough, Kaitlyn (Dillon) Grady, Elizabeth (Marcus) Grady, Eric Grady, Margaret McCollough, and Julia McCollough; great-grandchildren: Colt, Rylee, and Ramsey Lamker, and  Ruby McCollough; siblings: Donna Brown and Mary Peterson; brother-in-law, Verlin Johnson; sisters-in-laws:   Jean Walter and Susan Fritz.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard in 2005; mother, Gwendolyn,; brother, John Fritz; and sister, Karen Fritz.

The family would like to thank the staff at St. Croix Hospice and the Guttenberg Hospital for their compassionate care.

Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo is assisting the family and information is available at www.morrisfuneralhomes.com.  Memorials may be sent to Morris Funeral Home (in care of the deceased) 207 South 1st St, Guttenberg, IA 52052.

Sarah Newton

Sarah Newton, 66, died of cholangiocarcinoma on Monday, December 2, 2024, in Manhattan Beach, Calif.

I was born July 16, 1958, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Jim and Mary Jane (Hinderman) Vincent. I married P. Carter Newton on December 30, 1982. We bought out the local publishers of the Galena Gazette in 1985. I worked with so many wonderful people over the years–it made working a joy, usually. We retired in April 2023.

Becoming an AFS exchange student was the best thing I did. In 1976-77, I lived in Glasgow, Scotland for a year. This experience provided lifelong friends and inspired a lifetime of travel. Over the past 45 years, we have traveled all over the world to visit friends as well as host those friends in our home. Hosting exchange students was especially meaningful. These experiences added purpose and understanding to my life.

My greatest love, of course, was my family. Just as did my mom, I loved when our family would get together from across the country for holidays and special events. I was also close to my sisters and brother, and we had much fun reminiscing about our growing-up years.

I was involved in a lot of great organizations and activities, giving my life purpose and meaning, including the United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, bell choir, teaching Sunday School, Kiwanis, Galena Foundation, Fortnightly, and Highland Community College Servant Leadership.  All-in-all, I had a fun, great, fulfilling life. From hiking in the Azores and ziplining and white water rafting in Chile to catching up with high school friends monthly on Zoom and FaceTiming with my grandkids every day, I have enjoyed life’s great adventures and everyday moments.

I would like for you to remember me as a kind person. No matter what happened in my life, I wanted people to feel good after talking with me and I wanted to be a peacemaker by being kind.

I was preceded in death by my parents; my in-laws L. Paul and Hester Pitts Newton; brother-in-law, Jim Newton; my brother, Bill Vincent; and my sister, Mary Vincent.

Surviving are my husband, Carter; three children, Paul (Kendall) and my darling grandsons Paul Carter Newton III and Colby Walz Newton of Jefferson City, Mo., Jane (Michael) of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Vincent (Emily) of Seattle, Wash.; my son-of-another-mother, Henry Hartfield of Atlanta, Ga; two such devoted sisters, Ruth Jackson of Galena and Martha (Marissa) Vincent of Lindenhurst; one sister-in-law, Ramona Vincent of Apple River; and one brother-in-law, Tom (Toni) Newton of Englewood, Fla.; nieces, Meghan Vincent, Katie Dinschel, and Katie (Norm) Newton; nephews, Tim (Lindsy) Vincent, Mike (Heather) Vincent, Brandon Dinschel, Matt Jackson, Nate (Chelsea) Jackson, Luke (Kelli) Jackson, and Jim (Leah) Newton; and great-nieces and -nephews, Leah, Elyse, Liza, Jack, Cooper, Addy, Iyla, and Eleanor.

Our family would like to thank Janet Ray and Geoff Wells for generously opening their home to us so Sarah could comfortably live out her final days with the support of Haga Hospice. We would also like to thank her medical teams at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics and MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas, for their care over the past four-plus years.

A gathering will be held from 4 to 7 PM on Monday, December 16, 2024, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. The funeral service will begin at 11 AM, on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at the United Methodist Church, Galena where friends may gather after 10:30 AM until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Galena United Methodist Church, Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation, and The Galena Foundation.

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

Donald N. Schrobilgen

Donald N. “Don” Schrobilgen, 94, of Asbury, died Thursday, December 5, 2024, at his home.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:30 am Friday, December 13, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Don will be 11:00 am Friday, December 13, 2024, at Church of the Resurrection with Father Phil Gibbs as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery in Dubuque.

Donald was born February 2, 1930, in Dubuque, the son of John Charles and Clara Momberg Schrobilgen.

Don was a lifelong farmer.

He was a member of the Church of the Resurrection and the Catholic Order of Foresters, where he received a 75-year pin. He enjoyed bowling, euchre, and bingo. He was an avid Cubs and Iowa Hawkeyes fan and loved his cat, Buster.

Survivors include one sister, Marlene (George) Luchsinger of Dubuque, and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, John Schrobilgen, Jr., who died in Korea, and William “Bill” Schrobilgen, three sisters, Kathleen Ackerman, Anna Mae Hall, and Jeanette Lincoln.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Hospice of Dubuque, Cathy Haigh, Dave Luchsinger, and Tim and Rose Schrobilgen for their compassionate care of Don.

Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Don’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Jayson R. Henkel

Jayson R. Henkel, age 53, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly on December 4, 2024, at home.  To honor Jayson’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jayson’s family.

Jayson was born on December 27, 1970, in Waterloo, IA, the oldest son of Gary and Connie (Callahan) Henkel.  He grew up in the Council Hills area before the family eventually made their way to Dubuque where Jayson attended Dubuque Wahlert High School.  He made many friends along the way and always kept the things in life which he enjoyed close to his heart.  Jayson was an avid photographer and a talented painter as well.  His ability to capture what his minds eye saw was uncanny and truly a natural talent he was blessed with.  Jayson also went camping whenever possible and never missed an opportunity to spend a little quality time with his family and friends.  He lovingly referred to himself as the “Fun Uncle” and his generous love and adoration still live on in the memories of all who knew and loved him.  It’s heartbreaking to think that Jayson has left us so early in life, but we know that his earthly health battles now cease and only perfection adorns his eternal state moving forward.  We will miss him deeply and dearly and can only hope that Jayson knows just how much we will treasure the good moments he leaves behind for us.  Thank you, Jayson, for all of the love you shared throughout your 53 years among us and may the Lord now keep you safe in His loving arms until we all meet again.

Those left to cherish the memory of Jayson include,

his parents,
Gary (Connie) Henkel, Dubuque, IA;

his son,
Stephen Henkel, Cuba City, WI;

his brothers,
Nick Henkel, Dubuque, IA,
and Berry and (Brenda) Henkel, Dubuque, IA;

his niece and nephews,
Darien Henkel, Connor Henkel, Skylar Henkel, and Ty Bartels;

his great-nieces,
Allona Henkel and Lily Henkel;

along with numerous aunts, uncles, extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Jayson was preceded in death by his great-nephew, Devon Henkel.

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