Obituaries Archive

Donald J. Loeffelholz

Donald J. “Beanie” Loeffelholz, 76, of Cuba City, Wisconsin, passed away July 13, 2018, at home with family at his side. Services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 19, 2018, at the United Methodist Church in Cuba City with Pastor Hee Kwon Jung officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Platteville. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City. Friends may also call from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Thursday at the church before the service.

Beanie was born on January 1, 1942, in Cuba City, Wisconsin, to John and Colette (Staver) Loeffelholz. He graduated from Cuba City High School in 1960 and UW-Platteville in 1964 with a BS in Mining Engineering. He entered the Air Force as a radar controller and spent his overseas assignment in South Korea. After five years in the Air Force he was hired by the Peter Kewit Company in Omaha, NE, as an engineer to do cost estimates for bridges and tunnels. He married the love of his life, Betty J. Wilson, on October 9, 1971. He was co-owner of Loeffelholz Plumbing & Heating with his brother, Jim, until he retired. Beanie enjoyed computers and other electronics; he also enjoyed sharing his love of these with his kids and his grandkids. He created picture CD’s for many of the weddings he attended, and he enjoyed working with the City of Presidents by creating historical CD’s and helping at the caboose.

Beanie is survived by his wife, Betty J. (Wilson) Loeffelholz; children, Dana (Darron) Mitchell, of Cuba City, Mary Colette (Tom Stowell) Loeffelholz, of Dodgeville, Kurt (Mackenzie Arndt) Loeffelholz, of Galena, IL; grandchildren, Tristan Retzki, of Fort Bliss, TX, and Morgan Retzki and Kynan Mitchell, both of Cuba City; siblings, Joan Wright and Jim (Pat) Loeffelholz, both of Cuba City, Bob Loeffelholz, of Dubuque, IA, Susan (Paul) Droessler, of Stoughton, and Lynn (Ron) Deiter, of Ames, IA; and a brother-in-law, Bill Wetter, of DeForest.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Loeffelholz, Sr. and Colette (Staver) Loeffelholz; a brother, John Loeffelholz Jr.; and two sisters, Becky Wetter and Debbie Loeffelholz.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseyfuneralhome.net

John L. Redfearn

John L. “Jack” Redfearn, 75, of Cuba City, Wisconsin, died Thursday, July 12, 2018, at home. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City with Pastor Kevin Tranel officiating. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery in Darlington with military honors accorded. Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Monday and after 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Jack was born on September 17, 1942, in Galena, Illinois, the son of John and Marian (Alt) Redfearn. He married Mary Ann Pugh on July 11, 1964, in Webb City, Missouri. Jack served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. He retired in 2007 after a career in various roles in the transportation industry. After retirement he pursued his boyhood dream as a beekeeper at Hoch Orchard.

Jack liked tinkering in his shop and helping Mary Ann with her concrete leaves and was an active member of First Lutheran Church in Onalaska, WI. Most of all Jack spent his time loving his beautiful wife of 54 years and making everyone he met feel special, loved and appreciated. He was an amazing listener and a truly great friend, mentor and trusted confidante. Through his love of family and friends he became a surrogate dad and grandpa to countless lucky people that he encountered in his life’s travels. As his extended family continued to grow Jack became very talented with Facebook, SnapChat and any other forms of social media that the “kids” were using so that he could stay up to date with everyone. He was truly the faster Facebook “liker” in history.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Ann; two sons, Kerry (Cyndee) Redfearn, of Maricopa, AZ, and Andy (Kateri) Mears, of Indianapolis, IN; two sisters, Marian “Kay” (Bob) Rutherford, of Cordova, TN, and Cheryl (Bob) Johnson, of Benton; seven brothers, Dale (Virginia) Redfearn and Wayne (Carla) Redfearn, both of Benton, Denny (Joy) Redfearn, Roger (Jane) Redfearn and Lewis (Donna) Redfearn, all of Shullsburg, Dean (Jennifer) Redfearn, of Elizabeth, IL, and Larry Redfearn, of Hazel Green; and seven grandchildren, Nicolas (Katie), of Holmen, Helen, of Indianapolis, Morgan (Adam), of Trempealeau, Isaiah, of Indianapolis, Zachary and Chanlyr, both of Holmen, and Thomas, of Indianapolis.

He was preceded in death by a son, Robert “Bobby”, a brother, Lyle, and his favorite dog and wingman, Henry.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseyfuneralhome.net

Agnes J. Wagner

Agnes Joyce Wagner, 82, of Dubuque, IA, died Friday morning July 13, 2018 at home, surrounded by her loving family.

Services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 17, at Nativity Catholic Church in Dubuque, with the Msgr. Jim Miller as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery in Galena, IL. Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, July 16, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd, Dubuque, where there will be a wake service at 7 p.m.

Agnes was born in Denver, Colorado on February 11, 1936, and was adopted as an infant by Steven F. and Mary Connor Tesar. She attended St. Michael’s school in Galena, IL as a child and graduated from the Academy of the Visitation in Dubuque. She then attended St. Ambrose College in Davenport, IA, receiving her RN degree in 1956. She married John D. Wagner on Dec. 29, 1956, at Nativity Church and they celebrated 53 years of marriage together. Before her retirement, Agnes worked for close to 30 years as a Pediatric Nurse at the Finley Hospital, Dubuque.

Surviving are her eight children: Steve (Bev) Wagner of Dubuque, Jeanne Petko of Dubuque, Joyce Wagner of Hickory, NC, Cynthia (Larry) Hoppman of Dubuque, Marian (Mark) Arthofer of Zwingle, Joseph (Deoli) Wagner of Anamosa, David (Kerri) Wagner of Kelley, Daniel (Angela) Wagner of Sarasota, FL, fifteen grandchildren: Phillip (Amy) Wagner, Rachael (Sean) Pankuch, Tara Petko, Mason (Laura) Meyer, Shana Meyer, Stacie Hoppman, Simon (Rachel) Hoppman, Shannon Hoppman, Ben Arthofer, Sara Arthofer (and fiance Zac Klostermann), Andrea Arthofer, Emily Wagner, Obie Wagner, John Wagner, and Hannah Wagner; 9 great grandchildren; and her brother, Br. Joseph Tesar who was also adopted. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Agnes was known for her loving and caring heart, always caring for others and helping those in need. She loved spending time with her family. She was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. She was loved by all and will be dearly missed.

The family wishes to recognize Mary Wand, Cathy Waddick and Mary Story, Agnes’s regular caregivers, that have been her “angels” for the last several years and have become a part of our family. May God bless you abundantly!

In lieu of flowers, an Agnes Wagner memorial has been established.

David L. Barry

David Louis Barry, 84, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on July 12th, 2018 at home.

Funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 17th, 2018 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with Rev. Steve Rosonke officiating. Family and friends may gather after 9:00 a.m. Tuesday at the church until time of service. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post #6. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

David was born on December 28th, 1933 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of James and Ida (Brummer) Barry. He is a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.

Dave was a longtime baker and master cake decorator at Rosheks Sweetheart Bakery, Randalls and Econofoods. He was a member of the American Legion, Pheasants Forever and Ducks Unlimited.

David was an avid hunter who led many hunting parties for more than 60 years in the tri-state.

He opened and was always the first one in the door at the Stonehill Fitness Center every morning.

David is survived by his brothers James F. Barry, and Bernard (Joan) Barry; and a beloved uncle to many nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Patricia Strong.

Memorials may be given to St. Jude’s Hospital in David’s memory.

The family wishes to thank the City of Dubuque Police Dept. for their excellent help in their time of need.

Janice E. Rowan

Janice E. “Jan” Rowan, age 77, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 2:55 p.m. on Friday, July 13, 2018, at her home. To honor Jan’s life, funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 2001 Saint Joseph Street, with Rev. Tom J. McDermott officiating. To celebrate Jan’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m., until the time of services at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at St. Joseph the Worker Church. Burial will be in Otter Creek Cemetery at a later date. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Jan was born on September 18, 1940, in Maquoketa, Iowa, daughter of Joseph Michael and Della Marie (Coakley) Rowan.

Jan enjoyed her youth in the small town life where she was surrounded by family and friends daily. She completed her primary education in Andrew, Iowa and went on to attend The Cradle Society of Evanston, Illinois, in 1961. She returned home to Iowa and proceeded to work in private homes for 6 years before moving onto Mercy Hospital in Davenport, Iowa, next to Mercy Hospital in Dubuque, and finally retiring from A.Y. McDonald’s Manufacturing Company. In her free time, Jan enjoyed traveling and any adventure which involved a road trip, or a day-time boating excursions on the river. Jan was also known to occasionally try her luck at the slot machines from time to time. She was also a woman of faith, and her long-time membership at St. Joseph the Worker Church was always like a 2nd home to her. Although Jan never married, or had children of her own, she developed a special bond with all of her nieces and nephews, which brought her immeasurable joy throughout her 77 year earthly journey. We will miss Jan, and her simple beauty as a humbly content person, but we trust that she is enjoying her eternal family reunion and we hold her final thoughts dearly until we see her again. “Remember me with smiles and laughter, that’s the way I will remember you all. If you remember me with tears, don’t remember me at all.”

Those left to cherish Jan’s memory include

a sister-in-law,
Sally Rowan, Andrew, IA;

and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Jan was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Mary Jensen; 3 brothers, Arland Rowan, Jerry Rowan and Paul Rowan; a niece, Roxie Jensen; and 2 great-nephews, Daniel Nepple and Todd Tracy.

Jan’s family would like to thank the Dubuque Police Department, and the Dubuque Medical Examiners Office, for their help, professionalism and compassion while assisting with her sudden passing.

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

Clay K. Johnson

Clay K. Johnson, 55, of Baldwin, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.

A celebration of Clay’s life will be held at 11 A.M., Wednesday, July 18, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Tuesday, July 17, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation and burial will be at the Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa.

Clay Kent Johnson was born on August 3, 1962 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Henry Eli and Vera Desire (DeMoss) Johnson Sr. He was a 1980 graduate of Midland Community High School, and married Peggy S. Paysen in 1985 in Monmouth, Iowa. To this union two children were born, Clay Jr. and Corey.

Clay first worked for Campbell’s in Maquoketa as a mechanic and had also owned and operated Clay’s KerrMcGee Gas Station. He then worked as a semi-truck driver for Schneider Trucking Company for over 20 years, and for the past six years for J.B. Hunt Trucking Company.

Clay loved working on vehicles, fishing, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, siblings and extended family. He especially loved family gatherings, and pets, “Dexter” his cat, and “Bowser” his dog. His love for his family and others was exemplified even further after his passing as he gave the greatest gift through organ/tissue donation.

Those left to honor Clay’s memory include his children, Clay Jr. (Brenda) Johnson of Trivoli, IL, Corey (Brittany) Johnson of Maquoketa, IA, Nicole (and special friend Jake Parker) of IN, and Destiny (Nic) Schneider of Maquoketa, IA; 5 grandchildren; sisters, Phyllis Smith of Dayton, TX, Janice Johnson of Clearfield, UT, Ellen (Larry) Agnitsch of Baldwin, IA, and Mary Kay (Gary) Schmidt of Lost Nation, IA; brothers, Henry (Laurie) Johnson of Yuba City, CA, Larry (Jean) Johnson of Iowa City, IA, Rev. Harry (Barb) Johnson of Akeley, MN, and Stephen Johnson of Bonne Terre, MO; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a daughter April Sue.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Clay Kent Johnson memorial fund has been established.

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

Thomas E. Faulkner

Thomas Edward “Tom” Faulkner 78 of Dubuque passed away unexpectedly Friday July 13, 2018 at his home. Friends may call from 3 to 7 pm Wednesday July 18, 2018 at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road with a memorial celebration service being held at 7:00 pm.

Tom was born on November 12, 1939 in Independence, Iowa the son of Ermol and Gladys (Howland) Faulkner. He graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a master’s in education in 1972, and married Betty Wills on April 2, 1983 at the Lord of Life Church in Dubuque.

Upon his moving to Dubuque, Tom began his teaching career at Dubuque Hempstead High School where he was the Media Specialist for 19 years. He established Flick’s Audio Video in 1980 and was a pioneer in audio video production in the Tri State area.

He was devoted to the Boy Scouts throughout his life. From achieving the Rank of Eagle Scout at the young age of 14, to receiving the Silver Beaver Award, one of the highest honors among adult leaders. He was also active with the Dubuque Colts Drum and Bugle Corps and served as a Director in 1976. In his spare time, he loved to go fishing and camping, although his greatest passion was spending time with his family, especially his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Betty, his children, Christina Faulkner, in California, Scott (Susan) Faulkner of Dubuque, Jeffrey (Renee) Speaker of East Dubuque, Laurie (James) Rohner of Burlington, IA, Andrew (Pearl) Faulkner of Peosta, and Alexander (Mesha) Faulkner of Dubuque, 17 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Angela DeWilfond, his parents and 2 brothers Richard and Warren.

In lieu of flowers a Tom Faulkner memorial fund has been established.

The family would like to thank Dr. John Wahlen and the staff at Tri State Dialysis for all the wonderful care they gave to Tom.

Theresa A. Miller

Theresa Ann “Terry” (Leik) Miller; 65; of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on July 11, 2018, at Hawkeye Rehabilitation Center.

Visitation will be from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 15th at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, where a funeral service will be at 4:00 p.m. Private family burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Terry was born on October 9, 1952, Dubuque, Iowa to William Leik, Barbara (Earnhart) Leik. She received her BA of Psychology from Clarke College. Terry worked as a Social Worker most recently with Mary’s Inn Maternity Home in Dubuque, Iowa.

She married Phillip Joseph Miller on May 18, 1973 in Asbury, Iowa. Terry was a long-time member of Word of Life Church in Dubuque, Iowa.

Terry passed away peacefully with her family at her side.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband Phillip; 5 Children: Phillip Miller Jr. of Dubuque, Jesse (Brenda) Miller, of West Liberty, Jeff Miller, of Dubuque, Jamie Miller, of Dubuque and Nikki Miller (Towne) of Dubuque; 12 grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter. Her mother Barbara Robinson, of Dubuque; her brother Gary Leik, of Tennessee; and sisters Valetta Voels, of Asbury, Kelly (Leik) Dolan, of Dubuque; along with many more extended family and friends who will miss Terry.

She was preceded in death by her Father William Leik.

Memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque in memory of Terry.

The family would like to thank all of the doctors and nurses who took care of Terry.

Mrs. Mildred Jane (Elliott) Kalb

Mrs. Mildred Jane “Millie”, “Annie” (Elliott) Kalb, 94, died at 5:15 pm, Wednesday, July 11, at home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 18th, 2018 at St. Raphael’s Cathedral, 231 Bluff Street, with Rev. Msgr. Thomas Toale officiating and Rev. John O’Connor concelebrating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 17th at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be held at 3:00 p.m.

Millie was born in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Cleophas and Hilda (Anners) Elliott. She attended Holy Ghost Elementary School and Dubuque Senior High School, graduating in 1941.

She was a member of Catholic Daughters of America, Court Dubuque, Dubuque YWCA and St. Raphael’s Cathedral. She was a member of the Dubuque Historical Society, past member of Dubuque Women’s Bowling Association and the 1941 Senior High Alumni Luncheon Group.

Millie married Dr. Anthony J. Kalb on October 22, 1949 in Dubuque. He preceded her in death on August 14, 1992. Together they raised twelve children: Dr. Tony (Susan) Kalb, Peter (Kathy) Kalb, Mark (Cheri) Kalb, of Dubuque, David Kalb of Brisbane, California, Dr. Ann Marie (Peter) Arrigo of Denver, Colorado, Mimi Kalb of Bloomington, Minnesota: Laura Rivisto of Prior Lake Minnesota, Martha Thomas of Onalaska, Wisconsin, Patrick (Pam) Kalb of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Paul (Myra Jo) Kalb, Andy (Becky Conlon) Kalb and Karla (Tom) Weber of Dubuque.
Before marriage, Millie worked as a private secretary at Western Auto Supply Company in Dubuque and was an official reporter and correspondent for the Western Auto Supply magazine with headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri.

Millie was a volunteer worker at Wahlert High School for many years and donated years of service to the YMCA/YWCA Swim Programs and Swim Team. She headed Boys’ Scout troops in the early lives of her seven sons. She was a great all-around cook, leaving family members and friends to covet her secret recipes. She was an accomplished poet and short story writer. Many of her short stories and poems were published in our local Julien’s Journal and several other journals and poetry magazines throughout the area. Millie loved nothing more than a good hand-written note to send or receive. Over the years she graced hundreds of people near and far with her beautifully scripted letters and cards. She enjoyed traveling, sewing, reading and following the Iowa Hawkeye Football and Basketball teams. She always enjoyed keeping up with the sports in which her grandchildren were involved. More recently she enjoyed her grandson, Matthew Thomas, playing on Iowa State’s Basketball Team.

A loving wife, caring sister, precious mother, devoted grandmother and great-grandmother, Millie was a unique, vibrant woman with a huge capacity to love. “She was the one with the love and the comfort, and she was the first one there to put her arms around you. That was our mother.” The world is clearly a much better place for Millie having dropped by for a while and we will all deeply miss her.

Millie’s eleven surviving children, their spouses, and daughter-in-law Kathy Kalb, are left to lovingly cherish her memory, along with thirty-two grandchildren: Megan Kalb, Tara (Jon) Boyes, Gina (Cody) Page, Jayme Kalb, Rachel (Jason) Padilla, Katie Kalb, Lisa (Marty) Attea, Lynn (Jason) Breithaupt, Kelly (Darin) Mills, Alec Arrigo, Nicholas Arrigo, Samantha Arrigo, Heidi (Cory) Goblirsch, Nicholas Rivisto, Molly Rivisto, Mary Kate (Taylor) Case, Tony Thomas, Matthew Thomas, Josie Thomas, Tyler (Molly) Kalb, Courtney Kalb, Parker Kalb, MaKenzie Kalb, Frederic Kalb, Addison Kalb, Elliott Kalb, Sean Kalb, Jack Kalb, Christine Kalb, Jake Weber, Ryan Weber, Jenna Millie Weber and 17 great-grandchildren (including Millie Jane Breithaupt and Millie Sue Boyes), and twins due in September. She is also survived by a brother-in-law, Dr. Thomas J. Kalb, of Young America, MN and a sister-in-law, Sister Marie Therese Kalb, OSF, of Dubuque.

She was preceded in death by her husband A.J., her parents, Cleophas and Hilda Elliott, her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Bert P. and Mamie Kalb, a son, Peter Kalb, a grandson, Lucas Kalb, three brothers, Cleophas “Bud” Elliott, Clarence “Mike” Elliott, Frederick Elliott, and six sisters, Genevieve (Kenneth) Lochner, Katherine Elliott, Delores Elliott, Marianne (Wilfred) Hemmer, Virginia (Bernard) Holzer, Jane Elliott, and Kalb in-laws, Rev. Bertrum J. Kalb, Rev. Robert L. Kalb, Rev. Howard E. Kalb, Richard J. (Bernadine) Kalb, John T. “Jack” ( Elizabeth) Kalb and Delores Kalb.

A Memorial Fund has been established in Millie’s name. Donations will be given to Stonehill Care Center and Sisters of St. Francis.

Lila M. Tigges

Lila M. Tigges, 83, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on July 11th, 2018 at Bethany Home.

Funeral mass will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 14th, 2018 at St. Joseph Church, Key West with Rev. Rodney Allers officiating. Family and friends may gather after 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the church until time of mass. Entombment will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is in charge of arrangements.

Lila was born on April 16th, 1935 in Springbrook, Iowa the daughter of Joseph and Marlena (Kilburg) Arensdorf. She graduated from St. Joseph’s School in Bellevue, Iowa and married Robert V. Tigges in May 22, 1954 in Springbrook.

She worked at Sears Department store for 30 years and also for Dubuque Bank and Trust.

Lila was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved having her family over for dinner on Sunday nights. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren in sports especially playing basketball. She liked to travel, play golf and being a bus for her grandkids when needed.

She is survived by her three children, Steven (Jean) Tigges, Laurie (Marvin) Guy, and Michael (Holly) Tigges all of Dubuque. Six grandchildren, Christopher (Jenny) Tigges, Jeffrey (Jamie Unsen) Tigges, Stephanie (Brett Langkamp) Guy, Josh Guy, Jamie Tigges and Tia (Anthony) Boettner. Eight great grandchildren, Drew, Gwen, Nick, Riley, Nya, Kobe, Zach and Isaac. Siblings Norlan Arensdorf and Robert (Pat) Arensdorf.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Robert; sister-in-law Beverly Arensdorf.

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of Bethany Home and to Hospice of Dubuque.

Stanley J. Steinhoff

Stanley J. Steinhoff, 74, of Benton, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, July 11, 2018, at home.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 16, 2018, at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City with Rev. David Flanagan officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Friends may also call from 9-10:15 a.m. Monday at the funeral home before the service.

Stan was born on April 11, 1944, in Watsonville, California, the son of Beauford G. and Beulah V. (Lincicum) Steinhoff.

Stan worked in the auto parts business for nearly 55 years and owned and operated his own store for over thirty years in Platteville.

Stan loved NASCAR and collected model NASCAR cars. He enjoyed polka music and bowling. Stan was a Hall of Fame Member of the Platteville Men’s Bowling Association and a retired member of the Cuba City Fire Department. He loved and enjoyed his friends. A dedicated grandfather, family was important to Stan.

Survivors include a daughter, Diane “Sis” Steinhoff, of River Falls, WI; a son, Daniel (Deborah) Steinhoff, of Madison, WI; a very dear friend and close companion, Kathleen “Kat” Hines, of Benton; two stepdaughters, Melanie Alt and Terri (Rick) Wiegel, both of Cuba City; a stepson, Arnold “Bunker” (Linda) Alt III, of Durant, IA; two brothers, Donald (Marilyn) Steinhoff, of Cuba City, and James (Karen) Steinhoff, of Hudson, IL; seven grandchildren, McKaila and Michael Steinhoff, Justin Alt, Linzie and Logan Wiegel, and Beth and John Alt; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Stanley J. “Stan” Steinhoff Memorial Fund has been established.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseyfuneralhome.net

Gerald D. Richard

Gerald “Jerry” D. Richard, 78, of Dubuque entered into eternal peace surrounded by his wife and six children on Tuesday, July 10, 2018. He fought a courageous battle with cancer and Alzheimer’s disease for the last four years. He was able to remain at home throughout the journey because of the loving care of his wife and children.

Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am, Saturday, July 14, 2018 at Church of the Resurrection. Family will greet friends 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm, Friday, July 13, 2018 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home 3860 Asbury Rd. with a 7:00 pm Scripture Service. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Jerry was born September 7, 1939 in Marshalltown, Iowa the son of Joseph J. and Rosemary (Colligan) Richard. He married Patty Kehoe on April 28, 1962 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. They enjoyed 56 years together and were blessed with six children.

Jerry earned his high school diploma from St. Columbkille School. He went on to Loras College for his Bachelor of Art’s Degree, and finished with a Master of Business Administration from The University of Dubuque. He began his career as a staff technologist in Radiology in 1961 and spent most of his career as the Director of Imaging Services at Mercy Hospital retiring in May 2001. Jerry was an active member in the American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA). He was elected to many leadership positions and achieved Fellow status in 1992. He was a servant leader fully committed to his employees and profession.

Jerry was deeply devoted to his Catholic faith and was an active member in serving the church. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus #510. Jerry loved working on cars and enjoyed the challenge of fixing most anything! As much as he enjoyed doing the work, he loved sharing his knowledge with others. He was a good and decent man; kind and gentle never hesitating to help a person in need. His work ethic was nonstop and only illness slowed his ambition. He cherished great joy in the accomplishments of his children and grandchildren and always prayed for their faith and safety. During retirement, he really enjoyed working at Richardson’s Motors and all the people he met as a courtesy driver. He also enjoyed watching a variety of sports especially the Hawkeyes, Cubs and Bears and dabbled in playing golf and pitching horse shoes.

Survivors include his wife, Patty; children, Lisa Rains, of Marion, Iowa, Lynn (Jim) Verry, of Coralville, Iowa, Lara (Jeff) Dague, of Bettendorf, Iowa, Jay (Terri) Richard, of Bettendorf, Iowa, Todd (Tarra) Richard, of Urbandale, Iowa, and Katie (Matt) Burken, of Camanche, Iowa; 17 grandchildren; Brittany and Brianna Rains, Josh, Jacob, Joseph, and Anna Verry, Megan, Abby, Adam, and Avery Dague, Craig Richard, Sydney, Cameron, and Paige Richard, Ben, Emma, and Beau Burken; a brother, Robert J. (Kathy) Richard, of Tiffin, Iowa; sisters and brothers-in-law, Judy Dolter, Pam (Lee) Brandes, and Anita Kehoe, and many nieces and nephews.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Ann Richard (infant) and Mary Kirkpatrick; mother and father-in-law, John and Helen Kehoe; bothers-in-law, Jack and Mike Kehoe; niece, Denise Dolter.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Food for the Poor, The Dubuque Rescue Mission, and Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Our family would like to express our heartfelt appreciation for the kind compassionate care shown by Dr. Kukla and his nurse Jenny, Dr. Tom Sinsky, Dr. Fuller, Dr. Parker, and the Hospice of Dubuque staff especially Shirley and Ryan.

Bernard Tapke, Jr.

Bernard Tapke, Jr., 85, of Luxemburg, passed away Monday, July 9, 2018, at Guttenberg Care Center in Guttenberg.

Visitation will be held from 11 am – 1 p.m. Friday, July 13, 2018, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Luxemburg where a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1 pm. Burial will be at Holy Trinity Cemetery where military honors will be accorded by American Legion Post 137. Rev. Noah Diehm will officiate.

Bernie was born December 10, 1932, in Luxemburg, Iowa the son of Bernard Sr. and Hilda (Lueck) Tapke. He married Elizabeth “Betty” A. Rohner on May 22, 1954, in Garnavillo, Iowa.

Bernie had various occupations over the course of his life including farming, construction, tavern owner, and maintenance, retiring from the Ertl Company after 23 years.

Together he and Betty enjoyed wintering in Texas for over 14 years. He recently enjoyed spending time in Florida with his friend, Bev Shafer.

Survivors include his 5 children: Steve (Karen) Tapke and Alan Tapke, both of Dyersville, Mark (Audrey) Tapke of Peosta, Gary (Lori) Tapke of Waterloo and Diane (Rick) Steffen of Luxemburg; 12 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; a special friend, Bev Shafer of Waukon, a sister, Doris Bierman of Epworth, and in-laws: Donald (Janice) Rohner of Guttenberg, David (Pat) Rohner and Dorothy Wendell, both of Garnavillo.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Betty, in 2010, a sister, Ann Soppe, and in-laws: Marcella (Dick) Dodge, Marie (Herman) Benskin, Dave Bierman and KeithWendell.

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

Gary John Weis

Gary John Weis, 71, Bellevue, Iowa died Sunday evening, July 8th, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center.

Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 14th at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Deacon Loras Weber officiating. Family and friends may visit after 10:00 a.m. until time of service Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Bellevue, Iowa.

Gary was born on December 22, 1946 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Elmer J. and Marian (Rolling) Weis. Gary graduated from Marquette High School in 1965 and attended classes at Clinton Community College, with a very special interest in history.

He was an extremely dedicated and loyal employee and worked for many years as a HVAC technician, leaving no important detail undone or unexplained.

He was a proud member of Ducks Unlimited and The National Rifle Association – his love of hunting, fishing and nature went hand-in-hand and his family will be forever grateful for the many hours of patient shooting practice and hunting instruction he gave to them. He devoured books. He was a natural teacher and he was a wealth of information: guns, ammunition, animals, electrical fittings, sports scores and play-by-plays (particularly regarding the Hawkeyes or the Cubs) – Gary had an enviable memory and he was precise. His knowledge of American History and in particular, the Civil War, was awe-inspiring and all-encompassing – only surpassed by his completely generous and kind heart. He was a loving son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend – giving selflessly of his time and talents and asking for little in return.

Gary attended St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Bellevue.

Surviving are his siblings Mark (Mack) Weis, of Durango, Iowa, Susan Corlis, of Wake Forest, North Carolina, Sandy (Doug) Schroeder, of Cedar Rapids; and many nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly.

He was preceded in death by his parents Elmer & Marian Weis, his brother Bill Weis and sister Julie Knake.

Special thanks to the staff members at Dubuque Nursing and Rehab Center, Mill Valley Care Center, and Hospice of Jackson County. Your care of Gary was appreciated and will not be forgotten.

Stephanie A. Jesus

Stephanie A. Jesus, 69, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa.

Visitation will be from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, with a prayer service at 5:30 p.m.

Stephanie was born on May 4, 1949 in Honokaa, Hawaii, the daughter of Frank and Louise Jesus. She was a graduate of Clarke College and later taught history there. She later worked at the John Deere Dubuque Works, retiring in 2015.

Her greatest joys in life were her daughter, three grandchildren, great granddaughter who called her GG, and her cat Kahaloha. Her love was watching her grandson Brett grow up playing baseball, cheering him and his team on, being obnoxiously loud with her granddaughters by her side. She enjoyed her lunch dates with friends, especially her John Deere retiree group.

Stephanie was always up for a great debate to keep her strong will alive. She enjoyed volunteering at the Heritage Center at the University of Dubuque, the Grand Theater, and the Discovery Shop.

She loved visiting her Ohana family in Hawaii, her sisters, Jacki (Rod) Bothelho, Jennifer (Manuel) Souza, her crazy nephew Omi, and several nieces and nephews whom she cherished deeply.

Those left to cherish her memory on the mainland include her daughter Candi Jim)Johnson, grandchildren, Brittany, Jenna, and Brett Geisler, and her beloved great granddaughter Ellie Schmit, oe I naau o kakou mau.

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