Obituaries Archive

Lorraine T. Schmidt

Lorraine T. Schmidt 94, of Dubuque formerly of Key West, passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at Hawkeye Care.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 25, 2018 at Saint Joseph Key West Church with Rev. Phillip Mensah officiating and Deacon Jim Schmidt as homilist. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road from 4:00 to 7:00, Friday August 24, 2018 with a parish wake service at 4:00p.m.

Our Mom was born in Dubuque, Iowa on July 23, 1924, the daughter of Nicholas and Florence (Trierweiler) Freiburger. She married Louis F. Schmidt, from Saint Donatus, on November 29, 1944 at Saint Joseph Key West. He preceded her in death on April 24, 2008. Mom was educated in the Dubuque and Dubuque County Schools.

She worked for several local families during her youth. Mom and Dad farmed in Zwingle before moving to Key West where they eventually built our family home. Mom was a member of the Saint Joseph Key West Parish and Rosary Society. Our Mom was best known for her Apple and Pear Pies. She was an avid canner of the multiple vegetables and fruits from Dad’s gardens. Mom had a green thumb for house plants. Our Mom was known as a “social butterfly” by her friends in her apartment building. She enjoyed playing bingo and being a bingo caller. Above all was her love of family. She especially loved spending time with her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory include her children Kenny Schmidt, Dennis (Lois) Schmidt, both of Dubuque, Judy Asay, of Olathe, KS, Joyce (Mike) Leverence, of Maricopa, AZ, and Marlene (Rick) Von Fumetti, of Dubuque; a daughter-in-law Robin Schmidt, of Dubuque; son-in-law Rich Meyer, of Eldridge, IA; 16 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, and 8 step great grandchildren; a sister Marie Hoffmann; two sisters-in-law Kay Freiburger and Erna Schmidt, along with many nieces and nephews.

Mom was preceded in death by our father Louis, her daughter Debbie, her son Dale, a daughter-in-law Patricia, grandson Jason, her parents, two sisters Lucille and Evelyn and two brothers Clarence and Alvin.

In lieu of flowers a Lorraine Schmidt memorial fund has been established.

Thank you to the nurses and staff of Hawkeye Care and Hospice of Dubuque along with Dr. Mark Moore and his nurses Alison and Sandy for all the loving care you gave to our Mom, Grandma, and Great Grandma.

Michael L. DeMoss

Michael L. “Mike” DeMoss, 44, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, August 16, 2018.

A private military graveside service and burial was held from the Evergreen Cemetery, Delmar, Iowa. No public visitation or services are planned. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Among survivors include his parents, Rick and Karen DeMoss of Maquoketa, IA.

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

Jodie L. Perry

Jodie L. “Grandma Jodie” Perry, age 57, of Dubuque, was called home suddenly at 11:18 a.m., on Saturday, August 18, 2018, at home. To honor Jodie’s life, funeral services will be held at 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at Faith Temple United Pentecostal Church, 12805 Seippel Road, with Pastor Lynn Spicer officiating. To celebrate Jodie’s life, family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m., until the time of services at 6:00 p.m., on Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at the church. Burial will be in Center Grove Cemetery. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Jodie was born on January 23, 1961, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Paul and Virginia (Manuel) Perry.

Jodie has surely been a blessing upon this world during her 57 year earthly journey and her love for Jesus, her family and others were continually on display. Jodie thrived on being called “Mom”, and her devotion to foster care finally led to her adopting 3 wonderful children, whom eventually become her very own. She also faithfully invested over 24 years at Hills and Dales, caring for and nurturing some of her most precious children outside of her home. Jodie was undeniably very generous with her time, talents and treasure when it came to her church family and another 20 years of her personal time was joyfully spent in the church nursery. Her faith and love for her Lord and Savior were of the utmost importance to Jodie and she loved to share the message of salvation with anyone whose spirit was moved enough to listen. We find our hearts in a state of complete shock today with the sudden absence of Jodie from our world. We trust that she is home in Heaven today, and for that we are foundationally grateful and humbled; but to know that we’ve received our last packet of pens from Jodie’s smiling face, or heard our final “Duck”, stated with absolute authority, is a mortal realization that simply hurts at our core. We will miss Jodie more than she could ever know, but we will diligently pray for strength in the days ahead to find peace within until we see her beautiful soul again. Thank you Jodie for all you taught us and may we carry your honorable legacy forward with pride!

Those left to cherish Jodie’s memory include

her children,
Gage Perry,
Shaye Perry
and Kaden Perry, all of Dubuque, IA;

her siblings,
Steven (Jo) Perry, Dubuque, IA,
Luana Perry, Dubuque, IA,
Philip (Sandra) Perry, Dubuque, IA,
Bruce Perry, Amarillo, TX,
Larry Perry, East Dubuque, IL,
Paula Goerdt, Davenport, IA,
Jeff (Carol) Perry, Farley, IA,
Faith (Bruce) Hoskins, Dubuque, IA,
Patty Perry, Dubuque, IA
and Timothy (Shelly) Perry, Dubuque, IA;

and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jodie was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Pamela Perry; a brother, Rick Perry, Dubuque, IA; a brother-in-law, Herb Goerdt; and 2 nephews, Michael Perry and Adam Goerdt.

In lieu of flowers, a Jodie L. Perry memorial fund has been established.

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

Carole Pouzar

Carole Pouzar, 77, of near Scales Mound, IL, passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at the Finley Hospital in Dubuque, IA.

She was born on July 2, 1941 in Cicero, Illinois as the second daughter of George and Anne (Gorup) Zoubek, both deceased, and the sister of Georgene.

She raised her son Tom as a single working mother and rose to management in information technology at the University of Illinois, before retiring with her second husband Richard to their tree farm in Guilford Township.

She pursued organic gardening and organic living with a passion as a Master Gardener, making numerous presentations throughout Jo Daviess County.

During her life, she was an animal advocate, boxer, musician, and scuba diver, with a curiosity for science that she passed on to her son. She was an incredibly talented and creative cook and passed her love of cooking down to her granddaughter.

In the words of her grandson, “She made the best breakfast and always was a fun person to be around. She always knew how to put a smile on all of our faces with her crazy sense of humor.” Her daughter-in-law “was always amazed at her honesty, love of life and her ability to engage anyone and everyone in a conversation. She acted as she wished.” Her generosity in providing time, information, and gifts to others was remarkable.

She is survived and will be sorely missed by her husband Richard, her son Tom (Linda) Cervenka, and her grandchildren Caitlin Cervenka and Thomas R. Cervenka.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date for the family.

Donations in memory of Carole can be made to the animal shelter of your choice.

The Miller & Steinke Funeral Home of Scales Mound is serving the family.©

Sister Barbara Cerny, BVM

Sister Barbara Cerny, BVM, 92, of Marian Hall, 1050 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, passed away Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, at Marian Hall.

Visitation will be from 9-10:15 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018, in the Marian Hall Chapel, followed immediately by a Sharing of Memories and funeral liturgy. Burial is in the Mount Carmel cemetery.

Sister Barbara was an art and history teacher at Wahlert HS in Dubuque and a Regional for the BVM Congregation. She was a high school art and elementary teacher in Emmetsburg, Iowa. She was an elementary teacher in Chicago and Tujunga, California, and a teacher aide in Los Angeles. She ministered as a hospital volunteer in Albuquerque, N.M.

Sister Barbara was born in Chicago on July 5, 1926, to John and Catherine Simonich Cerny. She entered the BVM congregation on Sept. 8, 1944, from Blessed Sacrament Parish, Chicago. She professed first vows on March 19, 1947, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1952.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother John, Jr. (Mildred) and brother-in-law John Starcevich.

She is survived by a sister, Mary Ann Starcevich, Valrico, Fla.; a brother, Lawrence (Eleanor), Bolingbrook, Ill.; nieces; grandnieces; grandnephews, and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 73 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM Support Fund, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online. Make a donation in Sister’s honor.

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

Terrance Howard Monahan

Terrance (Terry/Monk) Howard Monahan, 74, of East Dubuque passed away Saturday, August 18, 2018, at home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 24, 2018 at St. Raphael’s Cathedral in Dubuque, with Fr. Greg Bahl officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 23, 2018 and from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. on Friday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish scripture service will be at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, and members of the East Dubuque Volunteer Fire Dept. will meet at 6:00 p.m. Thursday.

Terry was born on November 28, 1943 in Hazel Green, Wisconsin to Howard and Gayle (Edmonds) Monahan. He married Celia A. Lewis on January 15, 1966 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, He graduated from Galena High School in 1961.

Terry worked at John Deere – Dubuque Works for 40 years, retiring in 2002. He enjoyed playing baseball and softball in his younger years, playing golf after retirement, and spending time with his family.

Terry was a long-time member of the East Dubuque Volunteer Fire Department and the East Dubuque High School Warrior Athletic Booster Club. He was also a member of St. Raphael’s Cathedral.

Surviving are his mother Gayle Monahan of Galena; his wife, Celia of East Dubuque, four children, Kelly (Steve) Funke of Peoria, IL, Mark (Julie) Monahan of East Dubuque, Jay (Pam) Monahan of Metamora, OH and Pat (Cheri) Monahan of Hiawatha, IA; twelve grandchildren, Megan and Sarah Funke; Ryan, Tyler, Alec and Carlie Monahan; Taylor and Bailey Monahan; Erin and Kyle Monahan and Allie and Hannah Cahill.

He was preceded in death by his father, Howard.

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

Robert J. Kaiser

Robert J. “Bob” Kaiser 82, of Dubuque, died Friday, August 17, 2018. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 21, 2018 at the Church of The Nativity with Rev. James Miller officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery with full military honors accorded by the American Legion, Post 6. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd. where a parish scripture wake service will be recited at 7:30.

Bob was born on August 9, 1936 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Raymond and Loretta (Splinter) Kaiser. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and enlisted into the U.S. Marines Corps. He was honorably discharged. On February 11, 1961 he married Sandra Paar. She preceded him in death on December 6, 1994. Bob was employed at John Deere Dubuque Works for over 30 years, retiring as a supervisor. On October 24, 1997, he married JoAnn Duffy Pettera at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Dickeyville, WI. Bob enjoyed gardening, candle making, traveling, woodworking, playing euchre and his “outlaw” music – especially Johnny Cash. He was very involved in the building of the Girl Scout camp and was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears.

Surviving are his wife, JoAnn of Dubuque; his children Michael (Carol) Kaiser of Cedar Rapids, IA, Steven Kaiser, Tom (Lisa) Kaiser, David Kaiser and Christine (Shawn) Wagner all of Dubuque; his step children Mark (Lisa) Pettera of Prairie Du Chien, WI, Jacqueline (Gary) Gantenbein of Dickeyville, WI, Renee’ Duncan of Dubuque, IA, Angela (Brent) Hutchins of Stewartville, MN, Christopher Pettera of Lansing, IA, Michelle (Mike) Brandel of Dubuque, IA and David (Tracie) Pettera of Cascade, IA; his grandchildren are Kevin (Megan), Robert, Ben, Anna, Nolan, Jenna, Matt, Mike, Nick, Chase, Reese, Tori, Will, Wade, Taylor, Jordan, Zach,Hayley,Taylor,Isaac, Alyssa, and David and great grandchildren are Carter, Koy, Krue, Bria, Tanner, Carson, Reed, AJ, Carlos, Cecilia and Lucille; his sister-in-law Gayle Paar Wesson of Missouri Valley, IA.

Bob was preceded in death by his first wife, Sandy; 3 brothers Austin (Mary) Kaiser, Don (“Bert”) Kaiser and Harold Kaiser; his sister Lorraine (Ralph) Quade.

A Robert J. Kaiser memorial fund has been established.

The Kaiser family wishes to thank the staffs at Sunset Park Place and Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care and support.

Eugene H. Zasada

Eugene H. Zasada, 84, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on Friday, August 17, 2018 at home surrounded by his family.

Funeral service will be at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 21st, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Military honors by the Dubuque Marine Corps League to follow services. Family and friends may gather after 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at the funeral home until time of service. Entombment will be at a later date in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Gene was born on May 30, 1934 in Crystal Lake, WI the son of George and Edna (Schave) Zasada. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War and was a lifetime member of the VFW.

After high school he graduated from apprenticeship school and became a journeyman carpenter. He worked for John Deere in Dubuque for 32 years retiring in 1990.

On June 15th, 1979 he married Kaye Fransen in Dubuque.

Gene loved life, traveling, good cooking and following his grandchildren on Facebook. One of the highlights in his life was going on the Honor Flight to Washington DC with his son Dave in 2014.
He is survived by his wife Kaye; children, Randy (Karen) Zasada, of Brantwood, WI, Bill (Michelle) Zasada, of Platteville, WI, Tim (Julie) Zasada, of Platteville, WI, Dave (Missy) Zasada, of Darlington, WI, Brian Flynn, of St. Charles, IA, Mike Flynn, of Marysville, CA, Lori (Michael) Cates, of Greensboro, NC, John Flynn, of Marysville, CA, and Julie (Mark) Burdt, of Ankeny, IA; along with many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Lenard, Jerry, George, Herb, Lorainne, and Sharon.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Mark Herman and his staff and the staff at Hospice of Dubuque for all the wonderful care they gave to Gene.

Stephen W. Kolck

Stephen William Kolck, 67, of Dubuque, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at Ennoble Manor.

Mass will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, August 18, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. Msgr. Thomas Toale will officiate. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery following the mass. Hoffmann Schneider Funeral Home & Cremation Service is assisting the family.

Stephen was born November 30, 1950 in Dubuque, the son of William Richard and Erma Joan (Kriebs) Kolck.

Stephen was dearly loved by his family and friends. He genuinely enjoyed helping others out of the goodness in his heart and always worked with a devotion of serving the Lord. All who knew Stevie will hold him close to their hearts.

Stephen is survived by two sisters, Mary (Dennis) Finamore of Lombard, IL, their son Mark, and his daughter Hailey; and Virginia “Jeani” Bender of Schertz, TX, and her daughter Devan (Sami) Bonahoom, and their daughters Isla and Eden, of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX; his devoted cousin Richard W. Kolck and his loving companion, Kim Treanor of Dubuque.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a contribution to Saint Patrick’s Catholic Church or a cause of your choice in Steve’s honor.

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

Timothy R. Cupps

Timothy R. “Weasel” Cupps, 58, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on August 14, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 20th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Rev. Donald Key officiating. Burial will follow in Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, August 19th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory.

Tim was born on March 15, 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Robert and Catherine Cupps (Peterman). He married June Jaeger on April 30th, 1988 at Washington Park in Dubuque.

Tim drove for Theisen Transport and most recently for Lindbery Trucking Co. He also previously worked at Ritehite.

Tim was an avid Minnesota Viking fan, he enjoyed bowling, being outdoors, looking for morels and ginseng, fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed helping others and was always willing to lend a helping hand. He loved spending time with his family especially his grandson Jace.

He is survived by his wife June, two children Kari Cupps and Brett Cupps and his grandson Jace. Three sisters, Connie (Terry) Hackbarth, Julie McKinlay, Mary (Tim) Mills; five brothers, Mark Cupps, Steve Cupps, Chris Cupps, Terry Cupps, and Joe (Elizabeth) Peterman. His mother and father-in-law Richard and Judy Jacobs and their family along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law Arnold Jaeger, II, and brother-in-law Arnold Jaeger, III.

In lieu of flowers a Timothy Cupps memorial fund will be established.

Irwin F. Simon

Irwin Francis Simon, 65, of Cascade, Iowa passed away, Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Irwin may call from 2:30 to 8 p.m., Sunday, August 19, 2018 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m. Monday, August 20, 2018 at the Reiff Funeral home in Cascade, IA.

Services for Irwin will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 20, 2018 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa with Rev. Douglas Loecke Presiding. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.

He was born November 15, 1952 in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Emmet and Kathleen (Urbain) Simon. He received his education at St. Martin’s Elementary School and Aquin High School. On May 28, 1977 he was united in marriage to Luann Menster at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Cascade, IA. He farmed in the rural Cascade area and was a bus driver for the Western Dubuque School District.

Irwin had a great love for baseball and was a great baseball player himself, having being inducted into the Dubuque County Hall of Fame in 2002. He enjoyed many years coaching not only his children but other youth as well. He was also an avid Chicago Cubs fan with one of his greatest memories being that of the Chicago Cubs winning the World Series in 2016. He had such a warm relationship and connection to so many young people, making all of them feel special and they were so special to him. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening, but Irwin’s greatest joy in life was being a Husband, Father and Papa.

He was a member of St. Matthias Parish in Cascade. Irwin was also a member of the Brotherhood of the Great Squirrel Shootout.

He is survived by his wife, Luann “Lou” Simon of Cascade, IA; two children, Shelby (Tim) Kronlage of Dyersville, IA and Kain (Samie) Simon of Cascade, IA; 4 grandchildren, Simon and Scout Kronlage and Aleena Meyers and Snyder Simon; nine siblings, Loras (Mary Ann McGrane) Simon, Matt (Jean) Simon, Lee (Connie) Simon and Tom (Sherry) Simon and Lucy Sutherland all of Cascade, IA, Jeanette (Paul) Kremer of Epworth, IA, Marian (Dave) Armstrong of Livingston, Montana; sisters and brothers -in-law, Judith Simon of Peosta, IA, Robert (Linda) Budden of Petersburg, IA, Steve McElmeel of Lisbon, IA, Bill (Maureen) Menster of Sigourney, IA, Becky (Virg) Duvel of Toddville, IA, Donna Healy of North Liberty, IA, Joanie (Denny) Barnard of Eldora, IA.

He is preceded in death by his parents; father and mother-in-law, Ray “Rabbit” and Florence Menster, one brother, Merlin E. Simon; two sisters, Marie Budden and Doris McElmeel.

The family would like to thank Sherry Kelchen ARNP, Dr. Engelman and the doctors, nurses and hospital staff at the Mercy Medical Center and Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Lois M. Burkle

Lois M. Burkle, 79, of Dyersville passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque from complications related to surgery.

Visitation will be held from 2-8 pm Friday, August 17, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville. Visitation will continue Saturday from 9-10 am at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Saturday, August 18, 2018, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Ralph Davis will officiate.

Lois was born December 3, 1938, in Petersburg, Iowa the daughter of Alfred and Loretta (Koch) Goedken. She married Donald Burkle on June 23, 1959, in Petersburg. Together they farmed near Dyersville until moving to town in 1992.

Lois was an extraordinary farm wife who loved quilting, cooking and baking, and taking pictures. She also kept up the family tree information.

Survivors include her husband, Donald Burkle, children: Ruth (fiancé Dan Kennedy) Utter of Marion, Jeff (special friend, Janelle Shimon) Burkle of Dyersville, Scott (Terri) Burkle of Dubuque; a daughter-in-law, Lisa (Tom) Reutzel of Lakeville, MN; grandchildren: Jeremy (Noor) Burkle, Justin and Molly Burkle, and Madison and Robert Reutzel; siblings: Joan Pasker, Dale Goedken and Delaine (Paul) Knipper, all of Dyersville, Delores (Terry) O’Brien of Cascade, Sr. Rita Goedken of Morton, MS, Dennis (Ann) Goedken of Cottage Grove, WI, Charles (Patrice) Goedken of Harrisburg, PA; in-laws: Doris Goedken of Dyersville, Lisa Goedken of Conception Junction, MO, Delores Burkle, Leander (Lavonne) Burkle, both of Earlville and Delbert (Dorothy) Burkle of Dyersville

She was preceded in death by her parents, her son, Timothy Jude Burkle in 2004; siblings: David Goedken in infancy, Floyd Goedken, Sr. Angela Goedken, and Martin Goedken; in-laws: Urban Pasker, Jim Burkle, Alice (Jerome) Wulfekuhle, Herb (Wilma) Burkle and Cletus (Grace) Burkle.

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

Kelly M. Hurlburt Humphrey

Kelly Marie Hurlburt Humphrey, 55, of Benton, WI, passed away on Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at home from complications of kidney disease. In keeping with the wishes of Kelly, there will be no funeral services and a private family remembrance will be held at a later date. The Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, in Dubuque, is in charge of arrangements.

Kelly was born on March 25, 1963 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Judith “Judy” and Robert “Bob” Hurlburt.

Kelly graduated from Cuba City High School. She worked many years as a bartender, waitress, and cook at various local establishments. Kelly volunteered as an EMT for the Hazel Green Rescue Squad.

She enjoyed camping, time on the Harley, cooking, gardening, and spending time with her many cats and dogs, including special companion Lady.

Kelly is survived by her son, Mitchell Hinderman of Chicago IL; her father, Bob Hurlburt of Dickeyville WI; sisters, Jenny (Leonard) Berthel of La Motte IA and Amy (Tim) Averkamp of Fort Mill SC; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Judy.

Thank you to family and many friends who supported Kelly throughout the years. Special thanks to the entire staff of Tri State Dialysis of Platteville, neighbors, special friends Sharon and Janet, and Hospice of Dubuque who provided Kelly with comfort in her final days.

Randy L. Neff

Randy L. Neff, 66, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Monday morning, August 13, 2018, at his home.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of Randy on Friday, August 17, 2018, from 6 to 8 P.M. in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Randy Lee Neff was born on August 6, 1952 in Fulton, Illinois, to Albert Lee and Donna Ellen (Wade) Neff. He attended Clinton schools and later earned his GED. He married Lisa Marie Brunk on July 24, 1999 in Clinton, Iowa.

Randy had first worked for the Rock Island Railroad until it closed. He then worked as a forklift operator for International Paper in Clinton for many years, and lastly as a security guard at Family Dollar in Maquoketa.

Randy was an avid fisherman, Cubs fan, and enjoyed gardening and sharing produce with friends and family. He loved flowers and could make beautiful arrangements, and was a self-taught musician playing the guitar and drums.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Lisa Neff of Maquoketa, IA; sons, Travis (Carrie) Neff of Clinton, IA, and Toby Neff of Clinton, IA; 2 grandchildren, Marissa and Vanessa; 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Darwin (Darla) Neff of Clinton, IA, and Mike (Regina) Allen of Cabot, AR; sisters, Jennifer (Chuck) Collister of Maquoketa, IA, and Cindy (Jeff) Turney of Maquoketa, IA; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Albert Neff, mother Donna Neff Allen, and step-father Galen “Shorty” Allen.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Randy L. Neff memorial fund has been established.

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

William Joseph Lucy

William Joseph “Bill” Lucy, 79, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Saturday, August 11, 2018 at home of an apparent heart attack.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 22, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, with Pastor Pamela Starr officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery, with military honors accorded by members of American Legion Post # 787 of East Dubuque.
Visitation will be from 4 – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21, 2018 and after 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home. Members of the East Dubuque Volunteer Fire Dept. will meet at 6:00 p.m. and members of American Legion Post # 787 will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.

Bill was born on February 6, 1939, the first born child of William N. and Loretta A. (McHale) Lucy in Leadville, CO. He was a graduate of the East Dubuque High School, class of 1959. Bill served proudly and honorably in the U.S. Navy from 1959 – 1961, on the USS Lowry as a Gunner in the Mediterranean and was presented with the Quilt of Valor on June 10, 2018.

He previously was employed at Fred Jackson Tuckpointing Company and later was self-employed in East Dubuque, until his retirement in 2001.

He was a retired member of the East Dubuque Volunteer Fire Dept., a member of the East Dubuque Lions Club, the East Dubuque American Legion Post #787, a member of the E.D.G.E. Foundation, and the East Dubuque Drum and Bugle Corps Color Guard.

Bill was a sweet and gentle person who enjoyed visiting with people in downtown East Dubuque. He loved playing football in high school, was a former Coach for the Wesley UMC basketball team, an avid Chicago Cubs fan, enjoyed playing cribbage and euchre, collecting post cards, doing “Seek and Find”, and was a puzzle enthusiast. On March 5, 2001 Bill received the “Citizen of the Year” award.

Surviving are two sisters, Loretta Lucy of East Dubuque and Irene (Don) Kaukaskie and a brother, Nick (Linda) Lucy both of Dubuque; 11 nieces and nephews, Laura Lucy-Ilan, Eric Lucy, Christine Lucy, Keith Lucy, Melissa Gardener, Michele Dague, Vicki Reynolds, Rhonda Khan, Michael Kaukaskie, Cheryl Symons, Dale Kaukaskie; and numerous great nieces, great nephews; and family friends, Karen & Bob Juergens.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister and brother-in-law, Sandy (Fred) Vaughn.

In lieu of flowers, a Bill Lucy Memorial Fund has been established.

The family thanks everyone who made Bill’s life so enjoyable.

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