Obituaries Archive

Scott A. Barten

Scott A. Barten, 48, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at the Mayo Clinic, St. Mary’s Hospital Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

A celebration of Scott’s life will be held at 10 A.M., Saturday, March 10, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, March 9, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa.

Scott Alvin Barten was born on July 14, 1969 in Jackson County, Iowa, to Alvin Elmer and Vera Elaine (Bock) Barten. He was a 1987 graduate of Maquoketa Community High School. He married Veronica Staner on January 23, 1999 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Scott worked in the automotive industry for over 25 years. Prior to becoming disabled, his last employment was as an auto technician for Thiel Motor Sales in DeWitt, Iowa.

Scott enjoyed every minute at any dirt track race across the Midwest with family and friends. After racing himself, he enjoyed helping his step-son Travis, and son Michael race around eastern Iowa. You could always find him at the Yankee, Supernationals, and any USMTS race. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors hunting and fishing.

Those left to honor Scott’s memory include his wife, Veronica Barten of Maquoketa, IA; son Michael (and his girlfriend Courtney Raes) Barten of Coralville, IA; a step-son, Travis (Brittani) Law of Mooresville, NC; his parents, Alvin and Vera Barten of Maquoketa, IA; a sister, Lori (Marvin) Massey of Maquoketa, IA; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Scott A. Barten memorial fund has been established.

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

Mary C. Block

Mary C. (Burgmaier) Block, 81, of Dubuque passed away on Tuesday, March 6, 2018. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Friday, March 9, 2018 at Holy Spirit Parish-Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Family will greet friends 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Thursday, March 8, 2018 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service 3860 Asbury Rd with a 6:30 pm Scripture Service. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Mary was born July 10, 1936 in Platteville, Wisconsin the daughter of John and Frances (Kass) Burgmaier. She graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy. Mary married Donald R. Block on February 8, 1956 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church; he passed on December 22, 2005. She was a cook at the family restaurants and a homemaker. Mary enjoyed baking, gardening, spending time with family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Chicago Cubs Baseball, and BINGO. She really looked forward to listening to the Big Broadcast on Sunday night, and had many of her own radio shows on tape that she enjoyed listening to. She was a longtime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Rosary Society.

Survivors include her children, Donald J. Block, Daniel J. (Barb) Block, John M. (Dawn) Block, and Christine (Bill) Gross; 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren (one on the way in June); and a sister, Hilda Zenner.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Special thanks to her wonderful care team at Dubuque Specialty Care, Hospice of Dubuque, and Dr. Liabo

A memorial fund has been established in Mary’s memory.

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

Patricia Ann Kohler

Patricia Ann Kohler, 90, of Dubuque, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at Stonehill Care Center.

Services will be held Saturday March 10, 2018 at GracePoint Presbyterian Church at 11:00 a.m., burial will be at Rockdale United Methodist Cemetery. Family and Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the church. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Patricia was born in Dubuque, Iowa on July 19, 1927 to Walter and Daisy (Shaw) Waller.

Patricia graduated from Senior High School in 1945 and worked many jobs. She loved working in the gift department at Stampfers and working at the Christian Book Store, but the job she loved the best, was all the work she did for her church, GracePoint Presbyterian. She was very devoted to her church.

Pat was an animal lover, especially her cats, she also loved her flowers and could make anything bloom.

She is survived by three sisters, Gail Dame of Silver Spring, MD., Sandra (Gary) Becwar of Glen Haven, WI., and Sharon (David) Becwar, of Dubuque; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Kohler; her parents, Walter and Daisy Waller; her brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Kay Waller; brother-in-law, Robert Dame; nieces Lydia Becwar and Samantha Lattimer.

In lieu of flowers, A Patricia Kohler Memorial Fund has been established.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Stonehill and to Dr. Mark Runde and his staff for the care and love they gave Patricia. Also to the members of GracePoint Church who gave her so much love and help.

James F. Ludescher

James F. “Jim” Ludescher, 77, of Dubuque died Monday, March 5 at Stonehill Care Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday, March 10 at 11:30 a.m. at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Road where the visitation will be held from 9:00 until 11:30 a.m.

Jim was born November 16, 1940, in Dubuque, son of John and Ruth (Peters) Ludescher. He graduated from Loras Academy in 1958. He worked at his father’s grocery store/soda fountain (Johnnies) from 1955 until he entered the Navy in 1960. Upon returning from the navy, Jim resumed working at the store until it was sold in 1970. He then worked at Myers-Cox until 1994; he was an antique dealer and certified appraiser from 1970 to 1997, and worked at Bishop’s from 1997 until his retirement in 2003. He later drove cars for Anderson Weber.

Jim was affectionately known as “Jimmy Holiday’ by his family and friends as he would travel from house to house during the holidays, always with a smile and bottle of Asti-Spumonti in hand. Jimmy was known to travel the little league circuit as a superfan to watch the games of his great-nephews; he held a spot at the Althaus bowling nights and card games where he was affectionately one of the family; and for decades was a regular at his favorite restaurant, Marco’s, where he knew their family tree as well as his own. Jim held unique passions: he previously owned Appaloosa Show Horses that he stabled at his brother’s farm; he had a great interest in history especially the 18th century and had a passion for Native American culture. He traveled the country exploring and learning about his interests and made many friends along the way. Jim would take baking requests for family parties and birthdays and deliver a tub of cookies or bars, a hit among all who received his treats. Jim could frequently be quoted as saying, “To put it bluntly…” but there was nothing blunt about Jim. His stories were detailed and always laced with kindness and a positive tone, which is how he lived his life. It is fair to say he led a life of adventure. While a lifelong bachelor, he had deep love for family and friends, and enjoyed lunches with his niece, Heidi.

He is survived by his brother, John “Jack” (Barb) Ludescher, and his sister, Mary (Harry) Althaus, both of Dubuque; nieces and nephews Mark, Chris (Heidi), Tom (Sandy), Susan (Steve); and Mikayla (Matthew); great nieces and nephews Jessica, Jon, Erin, Jack, Morgan, Lauren, Lindsey, Rob, Piper, Brayden; and great great nieces and nephews Owen, Mia, Layla, Blake, and Deklan.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

The family gives special thanks to the staff at Stonehill and Mercy Medical Center, and Hospice of Dubuque for their tender loving care. A special thank you to Dr. Holm and her staff for the “above and beyond” attention and care they gave Jim during his battle with leukemia.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, and Hospice of Dubuque.

For further information, please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

Mary Ellen Schlueter

Mary Ellen “Ellen” Schlueter, 88, of Dubuque died Monday, March 5, 2018 at Stonehill Care Center. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 pm Thursday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church where there will be a parish wake service at 6:30.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Ellen was born April 8, 1929 in Dubuque, daughter of Arthur and Rita (Ryan) Walsh. She graduated from Visitation Academy in 1947.

On May 9, 1959, she married Robert L. Schlueter at Nativity Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on January 16, 2016.

Ellen worked at American Trust and Savings Bank until her marriage. She was an active volunteer for the Mercy Service Club for over 50 years, until 2010.

She is survived her children, Steve (Cathy Healey) Schlueter of Dubuque and their daughter, Jenny (fiancé Jack Flanigan); Barbara Schlueter and her son Matt (Samantha) DeMoss and daughter, Brianne Schlueter, of Dubuque; and Sarah (Jeff) Foxen, and their son Ben Foxen and daughter, Grace Foxen, of Waukee, Iowa; and great-grandson, Mason DeMoss and great-granddaughter, Elliana Jo DeMoss.

She is also survived by her siblings, Sr. Catherina Walsh BVM and Michael (Mary Alice) Walsh; and in laws, Geraldine Walsh, Jane Ross, Rosie Schlueter, Bernie (Judy) Schlueter and Helen and Ed Hood. She is also survived by 67 nieces and nephews.

She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Jim Walsh, Mary Ann Pufahl, and Kathy Walsh and in laws, Werner Pufahl, Merle “Bud” Ross, John and Pat Schlueter, Tom and Dorothy Schlueter, Leo and Judy Schlueter and Joe Schlueter.

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

Memorials may be made to the Ellen Schlueter Memorial Fund.

The family would like to thank Dr. Jennifer Mohr and the nurses and staff at Stonehill Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for their care.

Jesse A. Bartels

Jesse A. Bartels, 44, of Durango, Iowa, died suddenly on Thursday, March 1, 2018. He was surrounded by his beloved wife, Rachel, stepdaughters Sophie, Gracie, and Lillie, and his mother, brothers, and extended family.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 pm Thursday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road. Memorial Mass will be 10 a.m. Friday at Christ the King Chapel, Loras College. Inurnment will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Rickardsville.

Jesse was born October 10, 1973, in Dubuque, IA, son of Robert and Cynthia (Arlen) Bartels. Jesse graduated from Dubuque Senior High School.

In true Jesse style, he married his loving wife, Rachel, in an informal backyard ceremony on July 2, 2010, in Peosta, IA. Even after a short engagement, Jesse knew he wanted to be a part of the lives of Rachel and her girls.

Jesse owned and operated Bartels & Company, an electrostatic painting company, and One Mean Bean, a coffee business he ran with his younger brother, Dustin. Jesse was a tireless worker, had old-man strength in spades, and possessed a sneaky wit. Jesse was a skilled carpenter, having made many wonderful pieces of furniture for his friends and family. He bled Dodger blue and was an avid Packers fan. He especially adored his stepdaughters, his nephews, and nieces. Jesse died while working on home improvements in anticipation of the birth of his niece. Jesse was very caring and generous to family. He had a special bond with his cousin and workmate, Alex Zankle.

Finally, Jesse loved and adored his stepdaughters. He took them in as his own. He enjoyed making them laugh by having karaoke contests with them and parading around the house in his cowboy hat while dancing. He enjoyed playing catch with them and he even went as far as going out to buy them the “perfect bat.” He was goofy, playful, and very protective of them.

Those left to cherish his memories are his wife and stepdaughters; his mother, Cynthia Bartels, of Dubuque, IA; siblings, Betsy (Jeremy) Tupper, of Farmington, MN, Ben (Jenn) Bartels, of Cascade, IA, Dustin (Kirstin) Bartels, of Dubuque, IA. Also surviving are his mother-in-law, Kathy (Dan) Schmit, of Dubuque, IA, Ken (Cathy) Schmitt, of Guttenberg, IA; sisters-in-law, Heather (Brian) Ehlinger, of Davenport, IA, Sarah (Cory) Clasen, of Peosta, IA, Ami (Chad) Guler, of Hazel Green, WI, Caitlin (Jason) Olsen, of Waunakee, WI, Angie (Nick) Naseman of Colorado, Marcy Tierney of Blair, NE; brothers-in-law, Josh Lynch of Dubuque, IA and Eric Schmit and Wesley Schmit of Omaha, NE; and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Raymond and Mary Bartels; maternal grandparents, Charles and Geneva Arlen and sister-in-law, Sam Lynch. Finally, he was preceded in death by his beloved father and best friend, Robert (Bob) Bartels. Rest in peace, Jesse. We love you.

The family requests in lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Jesse’s name to the Glaucoma Research Foundation or University of Iowa Children’s Miracle Network.

Dennis D. Duhme

Dennis D. Duhme, 67, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at his home in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of Dennis’ life will be held at 11 A.M., Friday, March 9, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Thursday, March 8, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will follow the visitation. Burial will be at the Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa.

Dennis Darrell Duhme was born on May 4, 1950 in Savanna, Illinois, to Melvin Arlo and Georgia Carol (Tegmeier) Duhme. He was educated in Andrew Schools for six years prior to moving to Morristown, Minnesota where he graduated from Morristown High School. He married Loly Fajayan on October 7, 1985 in Maquoketa, Iowa. To this union two children were born, Andrew and Alex.

Dennis had farmed and milked cows in the Otter Creek area for many years and also worked in the maintenance department at WALMART in Maquoketa for over 25 years.

Dennis enjoyed fishing and gardening and was an avid Chicago Cubs fan.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Loly Duhme of Maquoketa, IA; children, Andrew (Brandi) Duhme of Blue Grass, IA, and Alex Duhme of Maquoketa, IA; 3 grandchildren, Kaylynn, Korbin and Brylee; brothers, Dale Duhme of Sioux Falls, SD, David (Beverly) Duhme of Morristown, MN, and Mike Duhme of Otter Creek, IA; sisters, Darlene (Steve) Luther of Waseca, MN, and Janice (Toby) Wilke of Maquoketa, IA; and his step-mother, Lois Jean Duhme of Maquoketa, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Dennis D. Duhme memorial fund has been established.

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

Mrs. Elsie Unsen

Mrs. Elsie Unsen, of Dubuque, went to be with her family in heaven on March 4, 2018 at the age of 100 with family by her side.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 8th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a service will be held at 6:45 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

She was born in South Dakota to Andrew and Elizabeth Puetz and she was the 8th of 9 children. She moved to Dubuque on her own at the age of 18 in 1935. In 1940 she married Raymond Unsen and they had 7 children.

She worked in the food industry most of her life. Some of the places were Dubuque County Home, Luther Manor, Finley Hospital and John Deere. She semi-retired in 1980 and went to work at Mario’s for 12 years, retiring fully at the age of 75.

She loved to play cards and going out to eat with family and friends and gambling with her daughter on Thursdays.

She is survived by her children, Sharon Frommelt, Richard (Diana) Unsen, Beverly De Mesquita, Darlene Unsen, Paula Unsen all of Dubuque and Denny (fiancé Barb) of Colorado. 10 grandkids, 17 great-grandkids and 14 great-great grandkids and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by an infant son; her husband; her parents; sisters and brothers and her granddaughter Dawn.

She was very well loved and will be greatly missed.

Thank you Hospice of Dubuque for all your support during the past 2 weeks.

A very special thanks to mom’s caregiver Mandy on her awesome care of mom for the past year. Mom loved her like one of the family.

Norm P. McCormick

Norm P. McCormick, 79, of Monticello passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018, at his home after a 10 month illness.

Visitation will be held from 2-8 pm Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home in Monticello where a parish vigil service will be held at 2 p.m. Visitation will continue from 10-11 a.m. Thursday, March 8, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello prior to Mass.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 8, 2018, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello. Rev. Paul Baldwin will officiate and the Monticello Drill Team will accord Military Honors at Church. Norm will return home for burial at St. Joseph Paint Rock Cemetery in Harpers Ferry at 1pm Friday, March 9.

Norm was born March 17, 1938, in Harpers Ferry, Iowa the son of Frank and Lucille (Boardman) McCormick. He graduated from Waukon High School in 1956, and served in the US Army from Aug. 27, 1957, until Aug. 22, 1959, in the United States and 20 months in Germany. After returning home, he graduated from meat cutting school in Toledo, OH and spent his next 16 years working for Nash Finch Company as a meat cutter/manager in the Me Too Stores in Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Marion and Dubuque. In 1976, Norm moved his family to Monticello where he was co-owner and then owner of McCormick’s Locker in Langworthy, Iowa for 13 years. After closing the locker, he worked for Menasha Corporation/Orbis for 14 years until retiring in 2003. He continued to work seasonally at Newhall Locker in Newhall, IA until his illness struck. Norm was a member of the Iowa Meat Processing Association for 42 years.

Norm married Peggy Livingston on Oct. 6, 1962, at St. Joseph Paint Rock Catholic Church in Harpers Ferry, Iowa, and would have celebrated 56 years together this October. Together they had 4 children: Steve (Barb) McCormick, Mike (Diane) McCormick, Jeff (Trish) McCormick and Beth (Dean) Cox, and 11 grandchildren: Josh, Jason, Jordan, Bryce, and Sonya McCormick, Kaleigh (Adam) Stecklein, Cole-Schmid McCormick, , Kelsey, Ellie (deceased), Reese and Kyle Cox, and a great granddaughter, Lexi McCormick.

Family, hunting and fishing were Norm’s life. After his family his Beagle’s came in second. Having never missed a school or sporting event for his kids, he rarely missed grandchildren’s events either. A proud Grandpa he was!

Norm is leaving four siblings: Fern Corrigan, Dolores Fish, Don (Barb) McCormick and Earl (Helen) McCormick; in-laws: Bob Livingston, Jean Livingston, Cathy (Steve) Piersch and Julie Heying.

Preceding him in death are his parents, his parents-in-law, Leo and Ruth Livingston, a granddaughter, Ellie Ann Cox, and in-laws: Mark Corrigan, Earl Fish and Jerry Livingston.

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

William C. Sawatzky

William Charles Sawatzky gained his precious wings on March 2nd 2018. He was born on January 10th 2017 to Derek Sawatzky and Kelly (Jobgen) Sawatzky.

Funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 8th, 2018 at the church of the Resurrection with Rev. Andrew Marr officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 7th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

Will was a sweet baby with bright blue eyes and a smile that would melt anyone’s heart. He didn’t have a meal he didn’t love, except peas, and his favorite were Lolly’s cheesy eggs. He loved spending his time playing hockey with his big brother Declan, and would cheer for whoever scored. He recently found a new love for show choir and would do a little “hoot” when he heard a good song. He loved to joke around and would do a fake fall that put everyone on their toes but ended with the sweetest giggle.

Will was adored by so many, especially his other “Grandmother,” Ann Bahls, that cared for him every day. She knew him so well, she always made sure to have his breakfast ready before he got there, and knew to always feed him first before the other kids, if she were to forget he would make sure to remind her. He will also always have a special place in the hearts of his godparents, Abby Jones and Jeff Sawatzky.

Will is survived by his father Derek, mother Kelly, big brother Declan, Grandparents Corey and Kim Sawatzky, Uncle Jeff Sawatzky, Great Grandparents Dean and Virginia Remy, Great Grandparents Jake and Wanda Sawatzky, Grandparents Mark and Arlene Jobgen, Uncle Todd and Aunt Kassie, Aunt Sue (Jobgen) Rudiger, cousins Beckham Abbott, Charlotte Jobgen, Tanner and Bryce Rudiger, and a lot of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his Great Grandparents Jack and Marlene Bishop, Great Grandparents Charles and Rita Jobgen, and Great Grandparents Sever and Charlotte Anderson.

We would like to express a special thank you to the Dubuque County Sherriff’s department and the Asbury Police Department for their assistance.

Lucille Ellen Sorensen

Lucille Ellen Sorensen, 92, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2018, at the Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A graveside service and burial will be held at 1:30 P.M., Saturday, March 10, 2018, from the Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa. There is no visitation. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is in charge of the arrangements.

Lucille Ellen Meinke was born on July 24, 1925 in Clinton County, Iowa, to Louis C. and Thelma M. (Staman) Meinke. She attended Elwood school and upon graduation enrolled in Iowa State Teacher’s College (now UNI). She married Richard “Dick” Sorensen on July 23, 1950 in Elwood, Iowa. He preceded her in death on January 13, 2003.

Lucille had taught in various school systems including Bellevue, Elwood and Maquoketa until her retirement.

She excelled in 4-H activities in Clinton County as a young girl, and later was involved in 4-H Junior Leaders, which was a part of the 4-H program in Jackson County.

Lucille was very active in the Jackson County Historical Society and their genealogy department for many years. People would often call on Lucille for history facts and figures concerning events, people, family ties, etc., of the area.

Lucille is survived by two nephews, Lynn Tonderum of Maquoketa, IA, and Paul Tonderum of Delmar, IA. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Richard, and a sister Evelyn Tonderum.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to the Jackson County Historical Society or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Cyril J. Gansen

Cyril J. “Cy” Gansen, 91, of Peosta died Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 2 to 8 pm Wednesday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road where there will be a parish wake service at (time). Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Holy Family Catholic Church. Burial will be in Holy Family Cemetery.

Cy was born July 8, 1926 in Dubuque, son of William and Marie (Theisen) Gansen. He graduated from St. John the Baptist Catholic High School. He married Jane Delaney on August 11, 1948, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Peosta. She preceded him in death on January 24, 2014.

Farming was his passion and he farmed in rural Peosta until he was 87 years old. He was a member of Peosta Knights of Columbus Council 5513.

He loved to go dancing with his wife, Jane, at the Melody Mill. He also had an interest in John Deere tractors and going to parades.

He is survived by six children, Judy (Bob Smith) Callahan of Dubuque, Daniel (Barb) Gansen of Peosta, Thomas (Mavonne) Gansen of Peosta, Larry (Mary) Gansen of Dubuque, Dale (Tammy) Gansen of Dubuque and Mike (Becky) Gansen of Epworth; 17 grandchildren, Lisa, Allen, Nicole, Luke, Terry, Tracy, Kelly, Dan, Jenna, Nick, Jesse, Sara, Callie, Candy, Christy, Joe and Rob; 38 great-grandchildren, and four siblings, Francis Gansen, Marylou McFadden, Melita (Ray) LaPoint, and Shirley (Roger) Eppler.

He was also preceded in death by four siblings, Florence Delaney and Bernard, William and Edward Gansen.

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Kenneth J. Siegert

Kenneth Joseph Siegert, age 80, died on March 4th, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family following a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer.

Visitation will be from 3:00pm to 8:00pm, Wednesday, at St. Joseph the Worker Church, with a Wake service at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Joseph the Worker Church. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery where military rites will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Born November 4, 1937, in Dubuque, Iowa, he was the son of the late Walter and Clara (Kress) Siegert.

Ken was the Director of Purchasing for Phoenix Chemical in East Dubuque for more than 35 years. He and his wife Maureen owned Shamrock Imports in Dubuque for 32 years and they hosted tours all over Europe, with a focus on Ireland. He was a recipient of the Irish Presidential Award for contributions to Irish Tourism.

He was very active as a community leader with the Dubuque Jaycees (President and Lifetime Member), Dubuque County Fair Board (President and Honorary Director), Cable Car Association (President), the Dubuqueland Irish, the Irish Hooley (Founder) and many other charitable organizations.

He served in the US Army from 1956 to 1959 and was stationed in Korea.

He enjoyed traveling, playing cards, playing with his grandchildren and great grandchildren, golfing, hunting and fishing.

He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Maureen (Corcoran) Siegert; along with six children; Keven and Debi (Smith) Siegert, James and Lora (Richardson) Siegert, Patrick and Sheila (Spielman) Siegert, Noreen (Siegert) Fitzpatrick (Special friend Ron Welter), Ann (Siegert) and Pat Schroeder, Michael and Judy (Murphy) Siegert; 17 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; three siblings, Shirley Bergfeld, Bill and Janet Siegert, Jeanette and Gary Fagan; and many other loving relatives.

He was preceded in death by his brother-in-law John Bergfeld and his son-in-law Robert Fitzpatrick.

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

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Dubuque, 1670 Kennedy Road, Dubuque, IA 52001.

The family wishes to thank Hospice of Dubuque, especially Dawn, for their loving and professional care. Special thanks also to Tom and Chappy for their numerous rides, friendship and support.

Irvin L. Wallroff

Irvin L. Wallroff, 70, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at the Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa.

A celebration of Irvin’s life was at the First Baptist Church in Maquoketa. There was no visitation and cremation has taken place. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Irvin Leon Wallroff was born on March 5, 1947 in Cascade, Iowa, to Owen and Sibyl (Carpenter) Wallroff. He had four children: Tonia, Craig, Chad and Leah.

Irvin had worked for Hoof Corporation and Earles Concrete in Maquoketa. He loved fishing, playing cards, and driving on gravel roads for sight-seeing.

Those left to honor Irvin’s memory include his children, Tonia (Paul) Velte of Rogers, AR, Craig (Irene) Wallroff of Maquoketa, IA, and Leah (fiancé David Creger) of Maquoketa, IA; 7 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; a brother, Vurt (Deb) Wallroff of Maquoketa, IA; and sisters, Verna (Steve) Flagel of Zwingle, IA, Rose (Lyle) Rowan of Maquoketa, IA, and Pat Peiffer of Minonk, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Chad, a brother Alva Shady, and sisters Carole Dodds and Marilyn Earles.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, an Irvin L. Wallroff memorial fund has been established.

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

Norman F. Duehr

Norman F. Duehr, age 89, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 5:25 a.m., on Friday, March 2, 2018, at Stonehill Care Center, surrounded by his loving family. To honor Norman’s life, funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, March 5, 2018, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost Church, 2921 Central Avenue, with Rev. Dwayne J. Thoman officiating. To celebrate Norman’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:30 a.m., until the time of services at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, March 5, 2018, at Holy Ghost Church. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Norman was born on September 1, 1928, in Spechts Ferry, Iowa, son of Frank and Josephine (Trierweiler) Duehr.

Norman was an honest and kindhearted man who was raised with an undeniable love for family and a strong work ethic, which was greatly appreciated by his employer, R.S. Bacon Veneer. Norman was also blessed with a deep connection to his Catholic faith, and was a long-time member of Holy Ghost Church. When Norman wasn’t working, he thoroughly enjoyed keeping up with current events by reading the newspaper every morning, or even capturing a little serenity in his evening by just sitting down and watching his favorite tv shows. Norman was a wonderfully unique man who definitely blessed all whom were fortunate enough to know and love him throughout his life. He continually set a remarkable example for all by truly appreciating the simple pleasures in life and keeping an easy going disposition no matter what the day brought his way. We are deeply saddened by the passing of such an amazing gentleman, but thankfully we find some comfort in the fact that he is now at peace with his parents, and brothers, Herb and Dick, awaiting our eventual arrival one day to visit with him again at his Heavenly Estate.

Those left to cherish Norman’s memory include

his nieces and nephew,
Kathy (John) Kapparos,
Jim (Sue) Duehr
and Karen (David) Roth, all of Dubuque, IA;

his sister-in-law,
Eileen Duehr, Dubuque, IA;

and several cousins.

Norman was preceded in death by his parents; 2 brothers, Herbert and Richard Duehr; and a great-niece, Kaitlin Roth.

A Norman F. Duehr memorial fund has been established, which will be distributed among his favorite charities.

Norman’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses and staff of Stonehill for the kind, compassionate and professional care they have provided to Norman, and his entire family.

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