Obituaries Archive

Anna Mae (Miller) Justman

Anna Mae (Miller) Justman, 89, of Dubuque, passed away on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Luther Manor.

Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 2145 JFK Rd., where friends may greet the family from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Rev. Dr. Kristian Kincaid will officiate, with Rev. Jesse Cearlock as co-officiant. Burial will be at Linwood Cemetery. Friends may also greet the family from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday, July 9, 2018 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Road.

Anna Mae was born July 21, 1928 in Dubuque, the daughter of Clarence and Ida (Waechter) Miller. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1946. Anna Mae married Roger Jay Justman on October 2, 1948 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, he passed on March 23, 2015. She retired from Wm. C. Brown Publishing.

Anna Mae was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, enjoyed traveling, and spent over 30 years with her husband during the winter in Waikiki, HI. She enjoyed playing cards, crossword puzzles, and she made friends everywhere she went and always remembered their birthdays with a card.

Survivors include her children, Dr. Bruce Justman and Vicki (Randy) Hohnecker both of Dubuque; grandchildren, Jill Hohnecker of Americus, GA and Julie (fiancé Andrew Ehlers) Hohnecker of Dubuque.

Anna Mae was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and her parents in-law, Harold Justman and Olive (Bill) Husemann.

The family would like to thank the staff at Luther Manor for their care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established or may be directed to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.

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

John N. Knapp

John N. “Jack” Knapp, 93 of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and formerly of Cascade, Iowa, passed away, Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at his home in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, surrounded by his family.

Friends and relatives of Jack may call from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, July 6, 2018 at the St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m., Saturday at the Church.

Services for Jack will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 7, 2018 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, with his grandson, Rev. Ross Epping presiding. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa with full military honors afforded by the Cascade American Legion Post #528.

He was born February 21, 1925 in Cascade, Iowa, son of John and Mayme (Weber) Knapp Sr. He received his education in the Garryowen Country Schools. On June 15, 1950 he was united in marriage to Venita Casey at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa. The couple farmed in the rural Cascade area until retiring in 1985.

He is an Army Veteran, having served in World War II in the South Pacific as an Army Engineer.

He was a member of St. Jude’s Parish in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He was also a member of the American Legion Post #538 for 70 years. He delivered Meals on Wheels for 25 + years and also helped to manage a hotel in Cedar Rapids.

He is survived by his wife, Venita Knapp of Cedar Rapids, IA; seven children, Maureen Ries (Dave McCabe) of Galena, IL, Debra (Bill) Schmelling of Cedar Rapids, IA; Gary “Morgan” (Sheila) Knapp of Cascade, Juli (Don) Vrotsos of Dubuque, Jacki Knapp (Bruce Woolfolk) of Cedar Rapids, Peggy (Ed) Epping of Atkins, IA, and Kelly Knapp of Marion; 22 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; a brother, Richard “Dick” (Betty) Knapp of Bernard; brothers-in-law, Leo Biehl of Maquoketa, Dell (Bev) Casey of Brentwood, CA, John Casey of Des Moines, Pat (Sharon) Casey and Chuck (Donna) Casey both of Cascade and three sisters-in-law, Cherri Wessels of Dyersville, IA, Gerene O’Brien of Monticello,IA and Gloria Casey of Mission, TX; and their family dogs, Max & Dolly.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Bob Knapp; a sister, Lois Biehl; two brothers, Robert Knapp and Billy (Janice) Knapp; three sons-in-law, John Burds, Ken Ries and Mike Maddigan.

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

Helen J. McDonald

Helen Jacqueline “Jackie” McDonald, 94, of Peosta, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2018.

Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 am on Monday, July 9, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road in Dubuque, IA. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am at the funeral Home with Rev. Michael Schueller officiating. Burial will follow at St. John the Baptist Cemetery in Centralia, IA.

Jackie was born on November 21, 1923, in Georgetown, SC to Jasper and Janie Bell Johnson. She met her husband, William (Bill) McDonald, while he was stationed at Fort Bragg, NC. They married on November 15, 1946 in Georgetown. Bill brought his southern belle bride to his hometown of Peosta, IA where they built a home and family.

She is preceded in death by her husband Bill, her parents, 5 siblings and one son-in-law, Dan Melloy of Bernard.

Surviving are her 7 children: William (Diann) McDonald Jr., Janet (David) Bleymeyer, of Dubuque, Lisa Melloy of Bernard, Dennis McDonald, Carla (Mike) McCarthy of Peosta, Bruce (Jennifer) McDonald of Iowa City and Kris (Dirk) Smith of Cedar Rapids, 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grand children and her only sister Amelia Blake of Georgetown, SC.

Jackie was an excellent seamstress and took great pride in her work. She was employed at Younkers in their alteration department for over 30 yrs. She loved dancing and music, always ready to hit dance floor. Jackie had a strong love of the beach and ocean where she grew up and visited there as often as she could.

The family would like to thank the staff at Shady Rest Care Facility in Cascade for their care and compassion during Jackie’s stay.

Gilman P. Budar

Gilman Palmer Budar, 79, of Dubuque, formerly of Honolulu, Hawaii, passed away Saturday, June 30, 2018, at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital. Private family services will be held. Hoffmann-Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service 3860 Asbury Rd is assisting the family with local arrangements.

Gilman was born September 15, 1938 in Greenfield, MA, son of Richard R. and Dorothy (Palmer) Budar. He married Emily Kirby on June 6, 1959. His beloved wife preceded him in death March 9, 2001.

Gilman was a self-employed real-estate developer and interior designer, and founded Budar Advertising with his sister Valjeanne.

He was a yachtsman who excelled at sailing and racing, and was an active member of Waikiki Yacht Club and Hawaii Yacht Club. He was a longtime member of the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) and was a winning race car driver. He consulted for and appeared in an episode of Hawaii 5-0 thanks to his racing experience.

He enjoyed playing cards and cribbage, especially in doubles with his wife Emily. Gilman was an excellent cook and won the Hawai’i State Chili Championship Cookoff. He collected anything frogs. Gilman served his country in the US Army National Guard for 6 years and served 6 months active duty. He was active in fundraising for organizations such as ‘Ahahui Koa Anuenue (Hawaii Athletics) and the Make-a-Wish Foundation.

Gilman was very proud of his family and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Surviving are his children: Dorothy “Lee” (Jon) Budar-Danoff, of Columbia, MD, Valerie “Lacie” (Tom) Peckosh, of Dubuque, IA, Lillian (Gary) Budar-Krukoski, of Kingman, AZ, and Ramona “Jamie” (Kevin) Sergent, of Honolulu, HI; nine grandchildren, Noelani, Gilman, and Daniel Budar-Danoff, Emily, Carolyn, Jacquelyn, and T.J. Peckosh, and Nani and Kenzie Sergent; and a sister, Bonnie Branch, of Florence, MA. He is also survived by his cherished feline companion “Pussy Kat.”

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Richard (Eve) Budar Jr, two sisters, Valjeanne and Dorothy, and a brother-in-law, Chuck Branch.

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

Dorothy C. McDermott

Dorothy C. McDermott, 95, of rural Bernard, died peacefully on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at the Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade.

Friends and relatives of Dorothy may call from 3 to 7 p.m., Friday, July 6, 2018 at Reiff Funeral Home, Cascade, where there will be a wake service at 2:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m., Saturday, July 7th at the funeral home.

Services for Dorothy will be held at 10:30 a.m., July 7, 2018 at Holy Family Catholic Church, rural Peosta, Iowa with Rev. Philip Mensah Presiding. Burial will be held in the church cemetery.

Dorothy was born on October 14, 1922 in Bankston, daughter of Irvin and Anna (Kiernan) Potts. She married Emmett McDermott on December 27, 1947 at the Nativity Catholic Church, Dubuque. The couple was the third generation to farm on their land near Bernard. Dorothy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She and Emmett were always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

Prior to a lifelong career devoted to raising her family, she attended the University of Dubuque and was a teacher in the rural country schools in Dubuque County.

She was a member of Holy Family Parish in rural Peosta, and a member of its Rosary Society. She and Emmett founded the New Melleray Athletic Association providing baseball and softball team activities for the kids and people of the Holy Family Parish.

Dorothy enjoyed quilting, embroidering and praying. She especially loved spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She is survived by six children, Cherie McDermott of Epworth, Terry (Kathy) McDermott of Peosta, Tim (Lori) McDermott of Bernard, Tom (Stephanie) McDermott of Cascade, Todd (Dana) McDermott of Bernard, and Trace (Karen) McDermott of Marion; 16 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; and one brother Gene (Jean) Potts of Asbury and five sisters-in-law, Kay Potts, Virginia Potts, Margie Sweeney and Irene McDermott all of Epworth, IA and Patricia Larkin of Bernard, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Emmett A McDermott on Sep. 19, 2011; a son, Larry McDermott; a daughter-in-law, Sharon McDermott, one sister, Mary LaVon (Mark) Brown; and three brothers Gerald, Cyril and Warren “Buddy” (Shirley) Potts.

In lieu of flowers a Dorothy C. McDermott memorial fund has been established.

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

The family would like to thank the staffs at both River Bend Retirement Community, Shady Rest Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for all the wonderful care and compassion shown to Dorothy.

Mark D. Palmer

Mark D. Palmer, 62, of Dubuque died Tuesday, July 03, 2018 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer with his loving family at his side. A memorial service will be held at 6 pm Friday at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church where visitation will be held Friday from 3 to 5:45 pm.

Mark was born August 17, 1955 in Dubuque, son of Donald and Elinor (Rubie) Palmer. He graduated from Hempstead High School in 1973 and on November 22, 1980, he married Nancy Roth at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.Mark worked at Georgia Pacific, then worked as a salesman for Geisler Brothers for many years.

He was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church and the Dubuque Men’s Association. He enjoyed camping, boating and traveling on their motorcycle; but most of all, he loved being a grandpa to Brayden and Hadley. Mark will be sadly missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy Palmer of Dubuque; a son, Andy (Kayla) Palmer of Dubuque; and two grandchildren, Brayden and Hadley Palmer.He is also survived by two brothers, Steve (Linda) and David (Lisa) Palmer; two step-brothers, Craig (Kay) and Doug (Ellen) Peters; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; step-mother, Retha Palmer and a brother, Thomas Palmer.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mark Palmer Memorial Fund.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque as well as Dr. Hermann and his nurses and staff for their wonderful care.

Kenneth W. Kraus

Kenneth “Kenny” W. Kraus, 82, of Dubuque, died Monday, July 2, 2018, at Finley Hospital, after a brief illness.

Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday, July 6, at Resurrection Catholic Church, 4300 Asbury Rd., where friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Msgr. James Barta will officiate. Inurnment will be in Mission San Luis Rey Cemetery in Oceanside, California. Friends may also greet the family from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, July 5, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Rd., where there will be a prayer service at 7 p.m.

He was born on Oct. 20, 1935, in Waterloo, Iowa, son of Martin and Lucile (Van Laar) Kraus. He married the love of his life, Julia “Judy” Connell, on Sept. 8, 1956, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Waterloo. Judy preceded him in death on Dec. 21, 2008.

Kenny graduated from Loras College in 1957 and attended graduate school at the University of California at Berkeley, where he received a Ph.D. in Chemistry in 1960. He returned to Loras College to teach Chemistry from 1960 to 2000. He retired as Professor of Chemistry and was appointed Professor Emeritus. During his years at Loras he was also called to serve in a number of administrative positions, including Assistant Academic Dean, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Academic Dean, and Acting President. Teaching was his lifelong passion and he had the opportunity to teach many outstanding students during his career.

Kenny was dedicated to the Democratic Party for more than 40 years, and he volunteered for many Democratic candidates. After retiring Kenny enjoyed being an active volunteer at many organizations for a number of years, including the Dubuque Museum of Art, Resurrection School Library, and Serra Club.

His wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren came first in his heart and he loved spending time with them and traveling with them.

Surviving are his four children, Kevin (Barbara) Kraus of Decorah, Iowa, Kathy (Larry) Lievens of Hillsdale, Illinois, Ellen (Brian) Patch of Dubuque, and Ed (Judy) Kraus of Marion, Iowa; and nine grandchildren, Jeff (Tai), Scott (Julie), Megan, John (Lauren), Allison (fiancé Andy), Peter (Rachael), Felicia (Andrew), Tessa, Andrew; and seven great grandchildren, Hailie, Cooper, Sven, Addie, Eamon, Hope, and Juniper; and two sisters; Mary Ann (Vincent) Demuth of Waterloo, and Marjorie (Richard) Lynch of Waterloo; and a sister-in-law, Mary Jo (Richard) Corkery of Chicago, Illinois; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife, he was also preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Resurrection Catholic Church and Loras College.

Kenny’s family extends a special thank you to everyone at Finley Hospital and Finley Home Health Care for their excellent care.

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

Philip Harrison Lochner

Philip Harrison Lochner, 97, died early in the morning July 2nd at Hawkeye Care Center, Dubuque, Iowa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 5, at Resurrection Catholic Church. Fr. Mark Murphy will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. There will not be a visitation, but friends may greet the family following the service at the church.

Philip was born in Dubuque on May 23, 1921 to Harry J. and Frances (Schaefer) Lochner. He attended St. Mary’s School and Columbia Academy and served in World War II, first with the Army’s 94th division and later with the 9th United States Army Air Force Band in Paris, France.

As a youngster he played with the Reiner Band, the Dubuque Community Band and in the ROTC band at Columbia Academy. Philip also was a fine tennis player and loved cars, playing poker, boating on the Mississippi and enjoying steak frys in Eagle Point Park with friends.

Upon being honorably discharged from the service, he formed Dubuque Electric Motor Service, Inc. with his father and his younger brother, Harry. Philip was President until he retired in 1994. He was a member of the B.P.O.E. Club of Galena, the American Legion, the Electrical Apparatus Service Association, Midwestern Chapter and Resurrection Catholic Church.

He married Dorothy O’Leary Lochner, the love of his life, August 15, 1944 in Waycross, Georgia and they enjoyed 62 1/2 years together before Dorothy’s passing in January 2007.

Though he was sometimes lost after losing Dorothy, he lived alone and managed all aspects of daily living on his own including driving until April this year. He was a neat, orderly man and people lined up to purchase his used cars when he traded them in every year or two as they were meticulous and well maintained.

Surviving are a son, Lawrence P. (Jeanine) Lochner of Peosta, IA; three grandsons, Thomas H. (Jill) Lochner of Saratoga Springs, NY; Daniel J. Lochner of New York City, NY and David O. Lochner of Minneapolis, MN; daughter in law, Barbara Lochner; a step grandson, Jeff Rawson of Wellesley, MA; a step granddaughter, Sandra (Tony) Stork of Altoona, IA; two great granddaughters, Ayden O’Leary Lochner and Ava Marie Lochner; three great grandsons, Blake, Gavin and Logan Lochner; two brothers in law, Harrison F. Lochner of Dubuque and William D. O’Leary of St. Augustine, FL, a sister in law, Jean McKay of Palm City, FL and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and his son, Donald H. Lochner of Dubuque and his sister Ardith Donovan of Dubuque.

Memorials may be sent to Resurrection Catholic Church or Dubuque Hospice. Online condolences maybe left for the family at www.hskfh.com.

The family would like to thank the caring and compassionate staff at Hawkeye Care Center and Dubuque Hospice which assisted him in his final days.

Paul F. Gavin

Paul F. Gavin, 71, of Dubuque, passed away at home on July 1, 2018.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 6th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Deacon Bill Biver officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery with full military honors by American Legion Post #6. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 5th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale and also after 10:00 a.m. Friday until time of service.

Paul was born on June 28, 1947. He graduated from Wahlert High School in 1965 and attended Loras College, graduating with a degree in Business. He married his high school sweetheart, Linda Glab, on March 7, 1970.

Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1969-1971, stationed for 13 months in Korea. He received his Master’s Degree in Education from UW Platteville and was a Guidance Counselor at Dubuque Senior High School, where he impacted thousands of students’ lives through his hard work and tireless devotion for over 25 years. He also enjoyed his “retirement” as an Admissions Counselor at Clarke College.

In his younger years, Paul enjoyed playing basketball and riding his motorcycle. Throughout his life, he was an avid gardener and never needed a reason to bring his wife flowers. Paul was a very supportive and involved father who encouraged his children’s passions. He spent endless hours and weekends taking his family camping and watching his children play sports or act in plays. Recently, the family celebrated a vacation together in Hawaii.
In recent years, golfing with his friends became one of Paul’s favorite activities, and he traveled all around Iowa to hit a course. He enjoyed Indy car racing and looked forward to his Thursday nights at “Church” with the guys. Paul was a regular volunteer at the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, where he gave guided tours through the gardens and occasionally helped in the gift shop with his wife. Paul loved music and enjoyed numerous concerts over the years; he was always jamming out to the classics.

His three grandkids, Zach, Ellie and Luke, were more important to him than anything. He loved nothing more than to talk with them, watch their activities, read to them at school, babysit them, and entertain them with his one of a kind sense of humor.

To know Paul was to know that he was always good for a laugh, a joke, or an unbeatable one liner. He was a wonderful friend, husband and Dad. He will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts.

He is survived by his wife Linda; daughters, Emily Gavin, and Molly (Shawn) Hancock; his son Ryan Gavin (Katie McLaughlin); grandchildren Zach, Ellie, and Luke Hancock; sister Judy (Tom) Reilly; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis and Rita Gavin; a sister Joanne (Jim) Rogan; and mother and father-in-law Katharyn and Edwin Glab.

In lieu of flowers, memorials received will go towards planting a tree at the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, and to the Asbury Fire Department.

Alan Lee Schuster

Alan Lee Schuster, 63, of Peosta, Iowa passed away on June 29th, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center.

Funeral mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 3rd, 2018 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church with Rev. Steven Rosonke officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, July 2nd, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 3:00 p.m.

Alan was born on December 7th, 1954 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Lorain and Lorraine (Ryan) Schuster. He married Linda Grothe on August 10th, 1974 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church.

Alan started his career at 1st National Bank, continued with DuTrac for 30 years, then started EverGreen Construction as a family business. He was a member of Noon Optimist and Junior Achievement.

He enjoyed woodworking, camping with his family and spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Linda; three sons, Jason (Jamie) Schuster, of Peosta, Brian (Anna) Schuster, of Dubuque, and Kevin (Aida Merdonovic) Schuster, of Peosta. Four grandchildren, Valarie, Carmen, Audrey, and Garrett.

Alan was preceded in death by his parents Lorain “Ray” and Lorraine along with his father-in-law William “Bill” Grothe.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established.

The family wishes to thank Mercy Medical Center especially the ICU Doctors, nursing staff and Palliative Care Professionals for the care they gave Alan.

Doris M. Page

Doris M. Page, age 98, of Guttenberg, Iowa, was called home peacefully at 2:10 a.m., on Saturday, June 30, 2018, at Guttenberg Care Center, surrounded by her loving family. To honor Doris’ life, funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, with Pastor Loren Hirschy officiating. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

Doris was born on March 4, 1920, in Campo, Colorado, daughter of August and Maude (Jenkins) Kroeger.

Doris was united in marriage to the love of her life, Bartholomew “Bart” Crimmins, in 1942, and they were blessed with 48 years together, and 4 wonderful children, before he was sadly called home ahead of her on November 8, 1990. Doris was fortunate to go on and find love once again, at the fine young age of 72, with Raymond Leppert, and the couple was blessed to be granted with 9 years together before he too was called home ahead of her. Doris would find love yet once again, for the final time along her earthly journey, and was united in marriage to Clint Page. They would spend 10 years together before Clint was also called home ahead of her. Doris lived an abundantly full life with 98 years of joy primarily keeping her strong will and spirit alive. In her free time, Doris always enjoyed jumping in the car and hitting the open road; sometimes never knowing if she would be returning home that day, or just beginning a grand adventure which would take her to a different state to see new sights at the end of the day. Doris was also well known for her undeniable love of onion rings, and was able to regularly polish off an entire jumbo size order without much of a challenge. Our hearts ache today at the mere thought that our new reality doesn’t contain another opportunity to see our beautiful Doris with a kleenex in her hand, or a toothpick at the ready. But, we know and trust that the Lord has her safely in His loving arms and she’s enjoying quite a family reunion with all of her loved one’s who’ve been called home already. We will miss you more than words could ever say Mom, and we are forever grateful that the Lord lovingly placed us into your care along the way. May God bless you until we see you again.

Those left to cherish Doris’ memory include

her children,
Barbara Smith, Guttenberg, IA,
Linda (Jim) Nachtmann, Luxemberg, IA
and Jan Schafer, Garnavillo, IA;

11 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren;

along with numerous step-children, step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Bartholomew “Bart” Crimmins; her 2nd husband, Raymond Leppert; her 3rd husband, Clint Page; her son, Michael Crimmins; and a brother, Ted Kroeger.

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

Betty M. Conlon

Betty M. Conlon, 87, of Cuba City, Wisconsin, died Thursday, June 28, 2018, at Epione Pavilion in Cuba City.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 2, 2018, at the United Methodist Church in Cuba City with Pastor Hee Kwon Jung officiating. Burial will be in St. Rose of Lima Cemetery in Cuba City. Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. Sunday at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City. Friends may also call from 9-10:15 a.m. Monday at the church before the service.

Betty was born on July 27, 1930, in Cuba City, Wisconsin, the daughter of Dale and Lucille (Carr) Seeley. She married Francis C. “Fran” Conlon on July 31, 1948, in Cuba City. He preceded her in death on December 24, 2010. Betty worked for many years at Sentry Foods in Cuba City.

Betty and Fran had a mutual and devoted love for each other, always sharing life as a couple. Family was number one. They found pure delight in each one of their grandchildren and great-grandchildren. They also enjoyed many years of Lions Club functions, including pin collecting. Bowling was a favorite activity for her, as well as staying fit with her daily three mile walks. She had an often spoken theory on life – “Oh well, there’s always tomorrow. And if there isn’t, I guess it doesn’t matter.” We’ve all lost a piece of our heart, but we know there’s one happy reunion in heaven. Love you Gram!

Survivors include two daughters, Nancy (Jim) Kramer, of Lancaster, and Sue (Tom) Kramer, of Cuba City; three grandchildren, Jodi Fritz, Kandi (John) Resnick and Stacy (Terry) Terpstra; and nine great-grandchildren, Kirsten (Mundo) Cadena, Katie Fritz, Haley, Thomas and Faith Resnick, and Mati, Paige, Michael and Brooke Terpstra.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Lucille Seeley.

A Betty M. Conlon Memorial Fund has been established.

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

Sister Maurine Therese Thiel, BVM

Sister Maurine Therese Thiel, BVM, 86, of 1130 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, passed away Thursday, June 28, 2018, at Caritas Center.

Visitation will be from 9:00-10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, July 3, 2018, in the Marian Hall Chapel. Sharing of Memories will be at 10:15 a.m., followed immediately by the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial is in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Maurine Therese volunteered as a special needs aide at St. Francis ES in Dubuque, Iowa. She was a primary teacher in Chicago; Lincoln, Ill.; and Kansas City, Mo. and a primary teacher aide in Norridge, Ill. She was a volunteer catechist in Waukegan, Ill. where she also volunteered for the BVM Associate program.

She was born on July 9, 1931, in Chicago to Max Joseph and Margaret Keating Thiel. She entered the BVM congregation on Sept. 8, 1949, from Our Lady of Angels Parish, Chicago. She professed first vows on March 19, 1952, and final vows on July 16, 1957.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother Br. Joachim Thiel, O.P.

She is survived by a brother Max (Joetta) Thiel, Killingworth, Conn.; nephews; a niece; and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 68 years.

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

Hoffmann Schneider Funeral Home, 1640 Main St, Dubuque, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements.

Gerald J. Hentges

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, July 2, 2018 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, with Rev. Steven Rosonke officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery, where military honors will be accorded by members of Dubuque American Legion Post # 6.
Visitation for relatives and friends will be from 1:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish scripture service will be at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.

Bob was born on April 11, 1927 in Dubuque, IA, the son of Samuel Scott and Gertrude (Cooper) Schauer. He attended East Dubuque schools, enlisting in the U. S. Navy on April 3, 1945. On November 24, 1949 he married his wife, Mary Lou Beitzel at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Dubuque, where he remained a member for 69 years.

Bob was building superintendent at the Dubuque Golf and Country Club for 40 years, where he met many lifelong friends. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council # 510. He was a lifelong member of the Power of Prayer.

Our very own “Renaissance Man”, Bob was gifted with many talents. Many that knew him commented “There wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix.” An excellent carpenter, plumber and licensed electrician, gifted mechanic, family and friends were often recipients of his talents. He built his own home and built or assisted with many others.

He enjoyed a good game of cards, as well as duck hunting, fishing, bowling and golf. Bob had a unique sense of humor and left us with many humorous memories. Many of his witticisms continue to be repeated through his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Surviving is his wife, Mary Lou, children, Sherry (Gil) Hinz, Bob (Mary Kay) Schauer, Jr, Elizabeth (Carl) Heisler, Terri (Mike) Hesselman, Sam A. Schauer, Scott (Jane) Schauer, and Mike (Judy) Schauer; 26 grandchildren, and 46 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Jean (Louis) Sigwarth, Pat (Ted) Lightcap, Elsie Beitzel, brothers-in-law, Pete Beitzel and Carl Watson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Sammy (4-years old), a sister, Delores Watson; his in-laws, Al and Stella Beitzel, Mary Jane Beitzel, Bob (Roseanne) Beitzel, Kate (Ike) Lakeman, Rita (Harry) Theilen and Alan Jackson.

Memorials may be given to the Power of Prayer or St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.

The family wishes to extend a thank you to Hawkeye Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their compassionate care and kindness. A special thank you to Dr. John Whalen and staff who lovingly cared for Dad these many years.

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

Gerald J. Hentges

Gerald J. “Smokey” Hentges, 73, of Dubuque, Iowa, formerly of Bernard, Iowa passed away peacefully Sunday, June 24, 2018 at Dubuque Specialty Care in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Jerry may call from 3 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa where a prayer service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m., Thursday at the funeral home.

Mass of Christian burial for Jerry will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, June 28, 2018 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Garryowen, Iowa with Rev. Douglas Loecke presiding. Burial will be held at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Garryowen, Iowa.

Jerry was born September 25, 1944 in Monticello, Iowa, son of Lester and LaVerne C. (Kurt) Hentges. He received his education in the one room school house in Bernard, Iowa. Jerry worked through Area Residential Care for many years. He was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes and Chicago Cubs fan.

He was a member of St. Anthony’s Parish in Dubuque, Iowa.

He is survived by two brothers, Fred (Marion) Hentges of Peosta, IA and Pat (Mary Beth) Hentges of Bernard, IA; One sister-in-law, Sally Hentges of Asbury, IA; and numerous nieces and nephews; and one aunt, Dorothy Williams of Tucson, AZ.

He is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Lois (Glen) Walling; one brother, Carl Hentges; one great niece, Kelsey Henneberry.

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