Obituaries Archive

Sharon A. (Bonnet) Snyder

Sharon A. (Bonnet) Snyder, 68, of East Dubuque, formerly of Galena, IL, passed away at 2:45 p.m. on Sunday, March 11, 2018 at home with her family by her side.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 15, 2018 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish scripture service will be at 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday. There will also be a visitation on Thursday morning from 9:15 – 10:15 a.m. at St. Mary’s Church.

Sharon was born on October 29, 1949 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Ralph H. and Dolores “Dee” (Maus) Bonnet. She was a graduate of East Dubuque High School, class of 1967 and received her Bachelor of Arts and Master’s Degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.

She taught different elementary grades for 34 years, but primarily was a 6th grade teacher, and loved every minute doing so. She retired from the Galena Middle School in 2014.

Sharon enjoyed reading, cooking and gardening. But most of all she loved time spent with her grandkids. She was a former member of St. Michael’s Church in Galena and its guitar choir.

Surviving are four children, Brad (Rina) Snyder of Warwick, RI, Dr. Michael (Kathy) Snyder, M.D., of St. Louis, MO, Amanda (Michael McDonald) Lee of North Liberty, IA, and Matthew (Lindsay) Snyder of Stoughton, WI; 12 grandchildren, Ethan, Nina, David, Bibiana, Gaby, Lilly, Teddy, Ava, Nya, Ryan, Gavin and Luke; her sister, Pat Bonnet of East Dubuque; her aunt, Leona “Pete” Ginter of Kieler, WI, and uncle, Wesley Hoots of Rock Island, IL; and numerous cousins and friends.

A special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, and the Carbone Cancer Center at U.W. Hospital, Madison, for the excellent care provided to our Mother.

In lieu of flowers, a Sharon A. Snyder memorial fund has been established.

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

Darlene M. Thomas

Darlene Marie Thomas, 69, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on Monday, March 5th, 2018 at home.

Family and special friends are invited to a committal service at 11:30 a.m. on March 23rd, 2018 at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Interment will follow, where her family will reunite Darlene with her husband, Mark on the 21st anniversary of his death. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

She was born on December 15, 1948, in Dubuque the daughter of Charles and Elaine (Tigges) Kruser. She married Mark E. Thomas, September 10, 1966, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Dubuque.

She was employed at Flexsteel Industries prior to reaching retirement.

Darlene enjoyed spending time with family and playing bingo with her mother, daughters and eventually her grandchildren. Since retirement she particularly enjoyed playing cards, doing puzzles and trips to the casino with her parents, spending time with grandchildren, and playing with her 4-legged furry friend, “Mikey”, who she adopted just a couple of years ago. She became the primary caretaker of her parents as their health declined and was such a loving person with a huge heart. She always welcomed you at the door with open and loving arms, a caring smile, and fed you until you were uncomfortably full. She will be sadly missed by family and friends and is now reunited and back in the comforting arms of her loving husband and parents.

She is survived by 2 daughters – Tracy (Richard) Stoppelmoor of San Antonio, TX and Linda (Paul) Schroeder of Dubuque, IA; 4 grandchildren – Corey Wainwright and Brandon Stoppelmoor of San Antonio, TX; and Holly Schroeder and Mason Schroeder of Dubuque, IA; Siblings – a sister, Shirley Boland of Amarillo, TX; and three brothers, Charles (Wilma) Kruser of Dubuque, IA; Raymond (Linda) Kruser of Janesville, WI; and Terrance (Rio) Kruser of Federal Way, WA

She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Elaine Kruser; her loving husband, Mark Thomas; mother-in-law, Helen (Ulrich) Thomas; and father-in-law, Donald Thomas, Sr.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established and can be directed to the care of Leonard Funeral Home, 2595 Rockdale Road, Dubuque, IA 52003.

We would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Cao and Dr. Ricketts for their persistence in trying to find ways to help Darlene through her medical journey and to Ennoble Manor who graciously welcomed Darlene when visiting her parents while they resided there. A special heartfelt thank you from Mark and Darlene’s daughters to the Leonard Funeral Home team for their assistance in bringing their parents together again.

The family would also like to thank those special and close friends of Darlene who comforted her, took the time to have a cup of coffee and chat, and most importantly looked after her for the last 20 years following her husband’s early death.

Gregory Shireman

Gregory “Shifty” Shireman, 62, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on Tuesday March 6th, 2018 at Manor Care.

Gathering of family and friends will be on Saturday, March 10th, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where services will be held at 11:00 a.m. with Deacon John Stierman officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Gregory was born on October 20, 1955 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Norman and Mary (Ede) Shireman. He graduated from Senior High School in Dubuque.

For over 30 years Shifty worked for the Walnut Tap and for over 25 years worked at the Bridge Restaurant. He was an extremely hard worker.

He was a member of Bunker Hill Golf Course for many years. Golf was his passion and he was also an amazing skier.

Greg Shireman, also widely known as “Shifty” was notorious for his work ethic, his love of golf, and his recipe for his Walnut Crushers that he served at the Walnut Tap for 30 years. He also had a great passion for cooking at the Bridge Restaurant. However, there was no stronger love than what he felt for his family, especially his 8 grandchildren.

Shifty is loved by all and will always be remembered.

He is survived by his sons Jeremy (Khi) Shireman, Zach Shireman and Ben (Natalie) Shireman, all of Dubuque. Eight grandchildren, Joslyn, Brooklynn, Kylie, Dane, Wyatt, Isla, Cayden and Zoe. His siblings, Christine Shireman, Ricky Shireman, Theresa Shireman and Karen (Jeff) Hopkins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and Martin Shireman.

The family wishes to thank Manor Care and their entire staff! They were amazing! Also, to all our family and friends for all of the love and support you gave.

“The Man. The Myth. The Legend.”

Robert Barner

Robert “Tony” Barner, 37, of Dubuque, was called home on February 28, 2018 at Finley Hospital.

Friends may greet the family from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday March 10, 2018 at Hoffmann Schneider Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 1640 Main St., Dubuque, where there will be a service at 12 p.m.

Tony was born November 1, 1980 in Chicago, IL, the son of Robert Harrison and Catherine Barner.

Tony was an avid poker player who could often be seen at the Mystique Casino. He enjoyed cooking, anime, and Batman.

Tony was a devoted father who loved spending time with his kids. He was everyone’s best friend and confidante, always there to offer advice (good or bad). Tony was the life of every party with his amazing sense of humor and his charming and addictive personality. Tony was very handsome and he knew it! He never missed a chance for a selfie.

He is survived by many friends who were like family to him. Tony is also survived by three children, Giovanni, Te’ana, and Xavion; his lifelong best friend and mother of his children, Misty Barner; his siblings, Stephen (Kailee) and Dorian (Lisa) Harrison, both of Dubuque, Jewel (Larry) Polson, and Willie and Wayne Alexander, all of Des Moines; his niece Ava; his nephews Sean, Jayden, Dorian Jr., Roman and Raiden; and a sister in law Holly Livermore.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Ayende Nelson; and his best friend, Brian Otting.

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

Dorothy I. Noonan

Dorothy I. Noonan, 90, of Maquoketa, Iowa, and formerly of DeWitt, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at WestWing Place in DeWitt.

A private burial will be held at the Clinton Lawn Cemetery, Clinton, Iowa at a later date. A natural journey farewell with cremation has taken place. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Dorothy Irene Noonan was born on June 30, 1927 in Jackson County, Iowa, to Michael Joseph and Martha Alverna (Burrows) Noonan. She was a graduate of Maquoketa High School.

Dorothy had worked as an office assistant for an auto glass company in Davenport for many years. In retirement she had been a caretaker for a friend.

She loved dogs, enjoyed traveling and going to the casino.

Those left to honor her memory include several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 sisters and 3 brothers.

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

Roy A. Frandsen

Roy A. Frandsen, 93, of Baldwin, Iowa, and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Monday evening, March 5, 2018, at his home.

A celebration of Roy’s life will be held at 11 A.M., Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. A 10 A.M. Knights of Pythias service will be held. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Monday, March 12, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, where a 6:45 P.M. Masonic Service will be held. Burial will be at the Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa, with military honors.

Roy A. Frandsen was born on October 17, 1924 in Nashville, Iowa, to Carl Peter and Florence Bethelda (Scott) Frandsen. He graduated from Baldwin High School in 1941 at the age of 16. He then attended one year of college at the Maquoketa Junior College before entering the military and serving his country admirably in the U.S Army.

Upon receiving an honorable discharge he moved to Chicago where he met the love of his life, Vivian Marie Vandertuin. They were married on November 21, 1949 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and to this union three children were born, Martin, Roice and John.

Following his time in the military Roy began a six year career as an engineer working for Benedix in Davenport, Iowa. During this period Benedix had a private contract with NASA and Roy worked on the Apollo program. He then worked at Cartridge Pak and later Michel’s T.V. and Appliance in Maquoketa for approximately three years. For many years Roy had also owned and operated Roy’s T.V. Repair Shop in Baldwin. Lastly, he worked as a rural mail carrier in Maquoketa until his retirement in 1990.

Roy was active in the Maquoketa community with his time, talent and resources. He was a member of the Maquoketa Masonic Helion Lodge #36 AF & AM where he served as a past Master and later became a 32nd degree Mason and also joined the Scottish Rites, Yorkrite and KAABA Shrine. He was a member of the Knights of Pythias Lodge in Maquoketa where he served as a past Grand Chancellor. Some other memberships included the Maquoketa VFW Post #3633 O’Connor-Regenwether and the Maquoketa American Legion Post #75.

Roy enjoyed golfing and had been a longtime member of the Maquoketa Country Club golfing until age 90. He also enjoyed bowling, fishing and in his younger years, archery.

Those left to honor Roy’s memory include his wife Vivian Frandsen of Baldwin, IA; children, Martin (Ardith) Frandsen of Bettendorf, IA, Roice Earles of Maquoketa, IA, and John (Lerna) Frandsen of New Carrollton, MD; 4 grandchildren, Aaron, Kristin, Ian and Dane; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Art (Karen) Frandsen of Maquoketa, IA and Larry (Joyce) Frandsen of DeWitt, IA; and sisters: Velma Witt of Denver, CO, and Ione (David) Nelson of Eldridge, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Paul “Buster” Frandsen and Harvey Frandsen, and 4 sisters, infants Viola and Lorraine, and Ruby Voss and Irene Kleinsmith.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Roy A. Frandsen memorial fund has been established.

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

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.

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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.