Obituaries Archive

Delmer E. Scales

Delmer E. Scales, 84, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully on September 16th, 2018 at home surrounded by his family.

According to his wishes, no public visitation or service will be held. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Delmer was born on February 12, 1934 in Monterey, California the son of Edwin and Julia (Patty) Scales. He graduated from Monterey High School and The School of Hard Knocks and enlisted with the United States Marine Corps where he received an honorable discharge.

He was a self-employed drywall contractor. He took every opportunity from the time he was a young man until late in life to participate in athletic endeavors in all forms.
He married Laura Wilson on April 6, 1958 in Pacific Grove, CA.

Some of our earliest memories involve getting wrestled and battered playfully by the almost impossibly large and gnarled hands of a man who hung drywall for his entire life. By the grace of God his great grandchildren have those memories of him also. If you met Del Scales you were given something to remember him by; plastic solar toys from the Dollar Tree, stories of football with John Madden at Cal Poly, incessant flirtation with our grandmother, ears of corn to feed the squirrels in winter or fresh walnuts to feed his grandchildren in fall. He is a man who spent his life building, giving and wrestling.

We never knew our grandfather to rest or quit and we do not suspect he is doing so now. He likely met God with tools in hand and some opinions on what could be fixed around the place. Perhaps he is even coaching Jacob about how to pin the angel in their famous wrestling match.

He is survived by his wife Laura; daughter Stephanie (Tim) O’Connell, sons Steve (Serena) Scales and Scott (Pam) Scales. Grandchildren; Luke (Meghan), Sean (Kendel), Molly (Leo), Patrick, Zach, Sydney (Alex), Sophie (Weston), Sawyer, Shelby (Jake), Sabrina, and Samuel; along with 5 great grandchildren; and Jill Crimmins-Scales.

He was preceded in death by his parents; beloved grandmother and one brother.

Memorials may be given to 24 Hour Care, Hospice of Dubuque or Hillcrest Family Services.

The family wishes to thank 24 Hour Care and Hospice of Dubuque, especially Christine and Cindy.

Lucille M. Hartford

Lucille M. “Lou” Hartford, 93, of Farley, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Oak Crest Manor in Dyersville, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Lou may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, September 21, 2018 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Farley, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 3:30 p.m. and the Farley American Legion Auxiliary service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m. on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at the funeral home.
Services for Lou will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 22, 2018 at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Farley, Iowa, with Rev. Michael Schueller Presiding. Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s cemetery.

Lou was born July 6, 1925 in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of George and Gertrude (Koenig) Frommelt. She attended Sacred Heart Catholic School in Dubuque, Iowa. On August 16, 1943 she was united in marriage to Robert W. Hartford at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dubuque, Iowa. He preceded her in death on August 30, 1982.

Lou was a homemaker and caregiver and enjoyed bowling for many years with the Farley Women’s Leagues and playing cards with friends. She loved to see the grandkids and great grandchildren come to visit.

God has given us opportunities to show love to a dear mom who loved us all so well when she was able and strong. Her smiles and laughter and quirky ways and funny words warms our hearts.

She was a member of St. Joseph’s Parish in Farley, Iowa and the Farley American Legion Auxiliary.

She is survived by two sons, Michael Hartford of Dubuque, IA, Timothy (Sue) Hartford of Wonewoc, WI; one daughter, Debra (Jerry) Jasper of Farley, IA; one son-in-law, Milo Mueller of Dubuque, IA; 11 grandchildren; Greg (Jeni) Hartford, Gerry (Sherry) Hartford, Jeff (Amber Marie) Hartford, Kathy Pickering, Lisa (Tom) Rubbo, Koleen (Nugene) Parks, Elli Kitto, Josh (Sara) Jasper, Tom (Heidi) Jasper, Doug (Jenny) Jasper; 20 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Lumilda Frommelt of Dubuque, IA; one brother-in-law, Richard Tranel of Monroe, WI; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one son, John M. Hartford; one daughter, Sharon A. Mueller; one grandson, Gary Hartford, one great grandson, Michael Hartford; daughter-in-law, Jayne Hartford; three brothers, Donald (Mildred) Frommelt, Art (Dorothy) Frommelt, and George Frommelt; five sisters, Marcella (Nick) Behnke, Ruth (Herman) Behnke, Bernice (Earl) Kiefer, Madonna Tranel and Marie Frommelt.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.

The family would like to thank the staff at Oak Crest Manor for all their loving care and support they gave to mom.

Online condolences may be sent to www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

James Gronau

James Gronau, 60, of Dubuque, passed away suddenly on Friday, September 14, 2018, of natural causes.

According to his wishes, there will be no services. Arrangements are entrusted to Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Rd., Dubuque.

Jim was born September 14, 1958 in Dubuque, the son of Walter and Elizabeth “Betty” (Burns) Gronau. In 1977, he graduated from Hempstead High School. He married Jackie Schoenauer on September 22, 2012 at Eagle Point Park.

Jim was employed at Tri State Quality Metals, and most recently at A.Y. MacDonald.

Our Jim was a man of many talents who was loved by many. His enthusiasm for life was contagious. He was always there to help family or a friend. He knew no strangers and made everyone around feel comfortable and smile.

Jim loved fishing and gardening, he was the family comedian-often cracking himself up with his own jokes, a master of glass and metal works, refurbishing and recycling everything old-his vision allowed him to see something new and his skills enabled him to make something new from those items. He loved to cook and can his gardens’ treasures. If you asked him, he was a master chef as well.

Jim is survived by his wife, Jackie; his step-children, Jessica “Jessie” Loewen, Cory (Amy) Kamm, and Cheryl Kamm; his grandchildren, Emma Loewen, and Gaby, Maliek, and Dustin; his siblings, Candy (Jim) Nelson, Mary Ann (Jim) Dausener, Debbie (Lyn) Knight, Shelley (Greg) Goeppner, Dedee (Tom) Cosgrove, and Dave (Terri) Gronau; his siblings-in-law, Sandy Gronau, Vickie (Bruce) Wagner, Eugene Welter, and Bobbie Lynch; many nieces and nephews; and special friends, Joe, Herm, and many others.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother Fred; his sister-in-law Becky Welter; and his parents-in-law, Bob and June Schoenauer.

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

Our hearts are so heavy, and we were not ready for you to leave. “Fly with the angels, pilgrim”

Robert J. Wernke

Robert J. Wernke, 78, of Dyersville passed away at home on Friday, September 14, 2018.

Visitation will be held from 3 – 7 pm Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville. Visitation will continue Thursday from 9 – 10 am at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018, St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Dennis Quint will officiate.

Bob was born February 8, 1940, in Holy Cross the son of John and Odelia (Zewen) Wernke. He married Janet K. Middlekauff on February 7, 1970, in Anamosa, Iowa. Bob worked as a heavy equipment operator for many years under Union Local 234.

Survivors include his children: Angela (Matthew) Trenkamp of Iowa City, Brian (Kristen) Wernke of Farley and Sara (Brad) Slater of Cedar Rapids; 9 grandchildren: Elizabeth, Anna, Brayden, Brynnleigh, Brooklynn, Brevyn, Max, Jackson and Daisy; siblings: Marian (Thomas) Noblit of Loretto, TN, David (Bernie) Wernke of Worthington, Joan Klein of Durango and Ruth (Rick) Ruden of Hudson, IA, a brother-in-law, James (Clare) Middlekauff of Orlando, FL, and several nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Janet in 2017, one son, Douglas Wernke in 2012, parents-in-law: John and Elizabeth Middlekauf, a brother, Roger (Anna Mae) Wernke, and a brother-in-law, Don Klein.

Memorials are preferred to St. Francis Xavier Basilica.

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

Constance J. Breitbach

Constance J. “Connie” Breitbach, 68, of Cascade Iowa passed away Friday, September 14, 2018 at 4:55 a.m., at Monticello Nursing and Rehab Center in Monticello, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Connie may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Sunday, September 16, 2018 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa. There will be a Cascade American Legion Auxiliary service held at 5:00 p.m. and a wake service held at 7:30 p.m. Friends may also call from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., on Monday, September 17, 2018 at the funeral home.

Services for Connie will be held Monday, September 17, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa with Rev. Aloysius Vorwald presiding. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.

Connie was born June 2, 1950 in Monticello, Iowa. She is the daughter of Eugene and Dorothy (Ruley) Picray. Connie received her education in the Monticello area schools. On February 17, 1968 she was united in marriage to Gerald “Fritz” Breitbach at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello, Iowa. She was employed at Georgia Pacific in Monticello until her retirement in 2011.

She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed playing cards, visiting casino’s, cooking, baking and especially canning foods. She loved taking bus trips to the many area casino’s.

She is survived by her husband, Gerald Breitbach of Cascade, IA; two sons, Joe (Stacie) Breitbach of Monticello, IA and Steve (Amy) Breitbach of Ankeny, IA; three grandchildren; Clint, Zach, and Ava: one brother, Ron (Jane) Picray of Monticello, IA; one sister, Judy (Duane) Sternhagen of Hopkinton, IA; and three sisters-in-law, Sharon “Potts” Meyer of East Dubuque, IL, Lois (Rick) Scott of Epworth, IA and Vickie (Stu Hetherington) Holub of Mesa, AZ.

She is preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Eugene Picray Jr., and one sister, Marlene Moats.

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

Sarah J. Current

Sarah J. Current, 82, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, September 14, 2018, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of Sarah’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Sarah Jane Treadwell was born on July 1, 1936 in Waynesboro, Tennessee to Samuel Grady and Josie (Brown) Treadwell. She was a 1954 graduate of Waynesboro High School and then attended Austin Peay College in Clarksville, Tennessee where she met her future husband, James “Jim” Current Jr. who was stationed in the military at Ft. Campbell, Kentucky. They were married on December 23, 1955 in Waynesboro, Tennessee. To this union two children were born, Thomas Randy and Linda.

Sarah was a homemaker and bookkeeper for her husband’s business, Jim Current Plastering in Maquoketa. She most notably had worked as the Deputy Clerk for the Clerk of Courts at the Jackson County Courthouse in Maquoketa for over 18 years.

Sarah enjoyed flowers, gardening and volunteering at Ohnward Fine Arts Center in Maquoketa. She loved spending time with her family and was especially proud of each of her grandchildren.

Those left to honor Sarah’s memory include her husband, James “Jim” Current of Maquoketa, IA; children, Randy (Joan) Current of Clinton, IA, and Linda (Tom) Stewart of Preston, IA; a sister Dorothy Sainsbury of Lawrenceburg, TN; and 3 grandchildren Andrew Stewart, Matthew Current and Anna Current. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 brothers and 2 sisters.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to Ohnward Fine Arts Center in Maquoketa, Jackson County Health Foundation, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Amy Louise Oppenheimer

Amy Louise Oppenheimer, age 52, died Sunday, September 9, 2018, at the University of Iowa Hospitals after a brief illness.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, September 19, at 10:30 am at St. Columbkille Church in Dubuque. Visitation will be begin that day at 9:00 am, in the church.

Amy was born September 19, 1965, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Robert and Judith Oppenheimer. She attended school at both Franklin and Audubon, participated in Special Olympics, and worked at Area Residential Care and Goodwill Industries.

For all who knew Amy,
you’ll remember her wit and charm with a sly grin,
her sense of style with a wide eye,
her compassion with a wet kiss,
her love of country music with a “ye-ha,”
and her sense of adventure with an “Amy story.”
How good life is that God creates us in so many varied ways.

Surviving are her brother Eric; brother Todd (wife Rita) of Edwards, Colorado; sister Carey (husband Dan Lange) of East Dubuque, Illinois; and her nieces and nephews whom Amy called her own: Jenna Oppenheimer; and Adrienne (friend Luis), Nick, R.J. (wife Ashley), Peter (friend Kaitlyn), Sam, Jerry (wife Miranda), Greg (friend Lindsey), and Grace Lange.

Amy was preceded in death by her parents Robert and Judith, and her grandparents John and Myrtle Oppenheimer and Hubert and Hazel Hume, who loved her completely.

Thank you to friends and extended family at Franklin and Audubon, Area Residential Care, Special Olympics, Iowa Department of Human Services, Goodwill, and Sunnycrest Manor. You have “done all things well” (Mark 7:37).

An Amy L. Oppenheimer Memorial has been established.
The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque, Ill. Is serving the family. ©

Debra Ann Hillard

Debra Ann Hillard, 65, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 11th, 2018 at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics surrounded by her family.

Family and friends may gather from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday, September 14th, 2018 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1410 Main Street Street, where a service will be held at 5:00 p.m.

Debra was born on February 14, 1953 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Milton and Doris (Williams) Roth. She married Dennis “Wally” Hillard on June 30th, 1979 at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Dubuque.

Over the years she worked as a Registered Nurse at Finley Hospital, Mercy Medical Center, and Heritage Manor. She also worked as a Case Manager at Cottingham & Butler and that was the job that she loved the most.

She was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church, St. John’s Vestry and was a Sunday School Teacher. She was also a member of the Dubuque Rotary Club and Monday Night Ladies Poker.

Debra enjoyed cooking for family and friends, playing the One-Armed Bandits at the Diamond Jo and looking for bargains at Goodwill; but she especially loved spending time with her kids and grandkids.

She is survived by her husband Dennis “Wally” Hillard; sons Joe Brenke and Josh (Megan) Hillard; daughter Kim (Rob Hirsbrunner) Harvey; and ten grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Dennis Roth.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established.

The family wishes to thank the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics for all their kind efforts and care. To Dick and Jan Markus for all their help and friendship over the years. A big thank you to Dennis’s brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews for all the help, care and support during this difficult time, along with other family and friends who have reached out to us.

Dorothy Marie Ellerbach

Dorothy Marie Ellerbach, 91, of Holy Cross, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, September 12, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation will be held 3-8 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home in Holy Cross where a parish vigil service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Visitation will continue Saturday from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 15, 2018, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Holy Cross, with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Noah Diehm will officiate.

Dorothy was born March 20, 1927, in North Buena Vista, Iowa, the daughter of Joseph and Leona (Klein) Leick. On January 28, 1948, she married Ernest G. Ellerbach at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Together they farmed south of Holy Cross for 40 years.

Dorothy had a zest for life; she loved people and socializing. She was a longtime member of the Holy Cross parish and the Rosary Society and was a regular contributor to community life. She took pride in her appearance and was classy, yet humble. Celebrating special occasions was a joy for her. Dorothy was strong. Despite the loss of a young child and husband, as well as recent health issues, her joyous spirit was never diminished. She greatly enjoyed her independence and circle of friends. Dorothy also delighted in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. No one ever left her house hungry or without a hug.

She is survived by four children: Dan (Carol) Ellerbach of Bellevue, Connie (Kirby Holmes) Ellerbach of San Francisco, CA, Don (Terri) Ellerbach of Holy Cross, Gary (Linda) Ellerbach of Lisbon, 8 grandchildren: Lyle Barth, Gina (Alex) Tone, Keith Ellerbach, Laura Ellerbach, Jon (Mandi) Ellerbach, Michael Ellerbach, Dalton Ellerbach, Skylar Ellerbach, 3 great grandchildren: Graci, Ellie and Harper, siblings: Merlin (Ruth) Leick, Irma Schrobilgen, Florence (Clarence) Kennicker, Arnie (Vicky) Leick, in-laws: Betty Leick, Gerald (Darleen) Ellerbach and Kay Daly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ernie on November 20, 2014, son, Edwin, siblings: Lucille (Irvin) Stoffel, Marina (Jack) Hess, Rosie (Dick) Tharp and Leonard Leick.

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

Lillian McDonnell Freund

Lillian McDonnell Freund, 96, of Assisi Village, passed away Monday, September 10, 2018.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 14th at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, where she was an active member since 1951. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Friends may call from 9:00 to 10:15 a.m. Friday at St. Joseph the Worker Church.

A native Dubuquer, she was the daughter of John James and Lillie (Herl) McDonnell. She married George A. Freund on June 29, 1946 at the Cathedral of St. Raphael. George preceded her in death on May 29, 2006.

Mrs. Freund was educated at St. Raphael School, St. Joseph Academy and Clarke College. She was a past member of the Junior VNA, Mercy Service Club, Cecelia Study Club, St. Elizabeth of Hungary Mother’s Club and the Dubuque County Right-to-Life and enjoyed volunteering in many parish and civic activities.

Surviving are four daughters and two sons; Mary Elizabeth (William) Wagner, of Decorah, Iowa, John (Eleanor) Freund, of Dubuque, Margaret Conlon, of Dubuque, Thomas (Rae Ann) Freund, of Dubuque, Teresa (and special friend, Larry Boehnlein) Freund, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Catherine (Bret) Triervieler, of Dubuque and a daughter-in-law, Patricia (Keefe) Freund, of Renton, Washington. Lillian had 18 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren, with one expected.

In addition to her husband, Lillian was preceded in death by two sons, James Edward in infancy and George A. Freund, Jr. in 2002. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Mary M. Ryan and her husband Charles C. Ryan, a brother John J. McDonnell, a sister-in-law Marie M. McDonnell, a brother-in-law Robert Freund and his wife Delia and a sister-in-law Mildred Duffy and her husband Patrick E. Duffy.

The family wishes to express gratitude to the staff at Assisi Village and Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care and concern during Lillian’s final days.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Dubuque County Right-to-Life.

Hoffmann-Schneider Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1640 Main Street is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hskfh.com.

Eugene L. Bell

Eugene L. “Gene” Bell, 51, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Monday morning, September 10, 2018, at his home in Maquoketa.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of “Gene” from 2 to 5 P.M. on Friday, September 14, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation and burial will be at a later date.

Eugene Leroy Bell was born on February 25, 1967 in Clinton County, Iowa, to Edwin “Bud” Ikestead and Annilee (Bunce) Bell. He attended school in the Midland School District. He married Lynn McGhee Combs in 1995 in Manning, South Carolina.

“Gene” had worked various jobs through the years including as an underground lineman for TKI Industries and for SteinMart. For the past ten years he had worked as the maintenance man at the Maquoketa Park Apartments in Maquoketa.

“Gene” was an avid motorcycle rider, enjoyed fishing and the outdoors, and playing the guitar. He loved everyone and never met a stranger.

Those left to honor his memory include his custodial niece, Margo Harris of Maquoketa, IA; brothers, Wilbur Bell of Sikeston, MO, Myron, Jr. (Libby) Bell of Maquoketa, IA, and Lawrence (Tonya) Bell of Advance, MO; a sister, Becky (Joe) Peterson of Clinton, IA; half-sisters, Deanna Garrison of Watersmeet, MI, Sue Voss of Clinton, IA and Christy Moore of Prophetstown, IL; many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews, including a special nephew, Anthony Curtis Bell of Dubuque, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Owen and Clyde Bell, and sisters Georgia and Juanna.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to the family online by donating at: https://fundthefuneral.com/eugene-l-gene-bell.

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

Steven E. Test

Steven E. Test, 75, of Asbury died Monday, September 10, 2018 at Grand Meadows.

Visitation will be held Friday from 5 – 7 p.m. with a prayer service to follow at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road. Committal will be in Linwood Cemetery 10 a.m. Saturday.

Steve was born September 21, 1942 in Alta, Iowa, son of Earl and Sybil (Tincknell) Test. Steve was raised and attended High School in Paullina, Iowa. After graduating High School, Steve attended University of Dubuque for two years, before transferring and graduating from the University of Iowa.

After graduation, he moved to Dubuque where he went to work at John Deere and met his wife to be, Beverly Butlett, whom he married on August 13th, 1966. Steve worked as an Industrial Engineer at John Deere for 36 years, retiring in 2001. Steve and Bev were happily married for 52 years.

He enjoyed spending time with family, grandchildren, and friends. Steve was an avid golfer and enjoyed watching sports and following his favorite teams, the Iowa Hawkeyes, Vikings, and Cubs. He particularly enjoyed and cherished his rounds of golf he played with friends, and family, whenever he could.

Steve is survived by his wife, Bev Test of Asbury, son, Jeff Test of Dubuque, and daughter, Lynn (Scott) Schueller of Northville, Michigan. He is also survived by his three grandchildren, Miah, Trevor and Nora Schueller.

Steve was preceded in death by a brother, John Test.

For further information, please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Memorial funds can be directed to Hospice of Dubuque.

The family would like to extend a warm thank you to all the Grand Meadows nurses and incredible staff at Hospice of Dubuque who took tremendous care to of him in his time of need.

Joseph R. Koob

Joseph R. Koob, 90, of Monticello, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 11, 2018, surrounded by his family at home in Monticello.

Visitation will be held from 4 – 8 p.m. Monday, September 17, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home in Monticello with a parish vigil service at 4 p.m. Visitation will continue from 10 – 11 a.m. Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery at a later date. Rev. Paul Baldwin will officiate.

Joe was born July 26, 1928, the son of Emmert and Ida (Takes) Koob. He married Cecelia A. McAllister on April 11, 1950, in Cascade. She preceded him in death less than a month ago.

Cecelia and Joe opened their business, Hollywood Garage, in 1955, and later moved to the current Koob Automotive location in 1962. In addition, he operated Skateway Roller Rink from 1968 until 2000. After selling the automotive business in 1986, he drove a school bus for the Monticello Community School District.

Joe was a faithful and active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he ushered for several decades. He was also a life member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1821, where he served in several offices including Grand Knight, and the 4th Degree Dubourg Assembly. He also enjoyed bowling on the Knights team.

Survivors include his two sons: Steve (Madonna) Koob of Monticello and Phil (Carrie) Koob of Cascade; 11 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; siblings: Florence (George “Wilmer”) Coyle of Anamosa, Katherine Gavin of Dubuque, Rose Marie (Alfred) Smith of Cascade, and Mary Lou (Francis) Takes of Cedar Rapids; in-laws: Dale Weidemann of Evansville, IN, Flo McAllister of Cedar Rapids, Beverly McAllister of Marion, Marlene McAllister of Dyersville, Sr. Dolores McAllister, OSF of Dubuque, Rita Hoffman of Glenndale, WI, Joseph Jr. (Marge) McAllister of Palmeto, FL;

He was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Cecelia, his parents, a daughter, Cynthia Redmond, a grandson, Matt Redmond; siblings: Dorothy Ann Koob in infancy, Irene (Merlin) Rogers and Helen Wiedemann; in-laws: Tom Gavin, Jerome Hoffman, Irene (Walter) Huber, Alberta (Hal) VanNest, Loretta (Bob) Minton, Margaret (Joe) Bakey, Kathleen McAllister in infancy, James McAllister, Donald (Cecelia) McAllister, Paul (Myrtle Mae) McAllister, Robert (Marge) McAllister, Charles McAllister, Thomas McAllister.

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

Jean Said

Jean Said, 65, of Peosta, Iowa, passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Jean may call from 2 to 7 p.m., Saturday, September 15, 2018 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa. Services for Jean will be held at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, September 15, 2018 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, with Rev. Michael Schueller Presiding. Burial will be held at a later date.

Jean was born July 17, 1953 in Maquoketa, Iowa, daughter of John and Eleanor (Wallace) Casel. She is a graduate of Maquoketa High School in, Maquoketa, Iowa. She is also a graduate of Capri Cosmetology in Dubuque, Iowa.

On July 24, 1982 she was united in marriage to Rodney Said in Maquoketa, Iowa. He preceded her in death on April 20, 2018.

Jean was employed at Scale Models in Dyersville, Iowa until her retirement.

She is survived by four children, Kari Frommelt of Streamwood, IL; Chad Said and Chandra Said both of Wilton, IA and Keasha Said; a son-in-law, Greg Rausch of Epworth, IA; 11 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; two sisters, Kay (Mike) O’Connor of Albuquerque, New Mexico, and Mary (Jim) Beller of Maquoketa, IA; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Deb Casel of Dubuque, IA, Vince O’Connell of Maquoketa, IA, Gary Said, Deloris Bendixen, Linda Said, and Donna Said all of Maquoketa, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one daughter, Amy Rausch; one grandson, Hunter Frommelt; one brother Joe Casel; one sister, Karla O’Connell; and brothers and sisters-in-law, Don Said, Ronnie Said and Betty Wirth.

Online condolences may be sent to www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Barbara A. Weber

Barbara “Barb” A. Weber, age 78, of Dubuque passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, September 11th, 2018 surrounded by family.

Funeral mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 14th, 2018 at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Rev. Steven Rosonke officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 13th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 6:45 p.m.

She was a loving and devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother and loyal friend to everyone.

Barb was born May 6, 1940 to Leo and Marie (Hird) Vogt in Dubuque and graduated from Immaculate Conception Academy in 1957.

In 1958 she met the love of her life, Richard (Dick) Weber and they were married on April 29, 1961. Barb and Dick have five children, Rick Weber of Dubuque, Randy (Shellee) Weber of Evansdale, Iowa, Lisa (Ron) Ryan, of East Dubuque, Nicole (Neil) Ghezzar of City Island, New York and Jason Weber also of Dubuque. She was blessed with six grandchildren, Noah, Myah, Zoee, Logan, Hannah and Grayson.

Barb always enjoyed holidays with family, cards with friends and weekend dinners out with Dick and the family. Her favorite pastime of all was doting on all her grandkids. She absolutely adored her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, children and grandchildren, Barb is survived by two sisters, Linda Degneau and Donna Goar and Sisters-in-law Bernie and Betty Weber. She is also survived by many loving Nieces and Nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leo and Marie Vogt, parents-in-law, Herman and Leona (Sherlock) Weber, sisters, Ann Balk and Joan Vogt, brothers-in-law Jim Balk, Wilferd, Vince, Clarence, Jerry, Bernard and Don Weber, Hank Hess and Merlin Himes. Sisters-in-law Clara Tobin, Margaret Himes, Harriet, Mida and MaryAnn Weber.

The family would like to thank Dr. Mark Hermann and his office staff, and the ICU Nursing staff of Unity Point Finley Hospital in Dubuque. We would also like to thank Kourtney and the entire staff at Hospice of Dubuque for their exceptional level of care during this difficult time.