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Nancy L. Eye
Nancy L. Eye, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2024, at Jackson Ridge Healthcare Center in Maquoketa, Iowa, at the age of 80.
Nancy Louise Rokosh was born on November 21, 1943, in Decatur, Illinois, and was the cherished daughter of William George and Margaret Louise (Johnson) Rokosh. She was a graduate of Sterling High School in Sterling, Illinois. She married Garlyn Eye on May 22, 1986 in Maquoketa, Iowa.
Nancy’s professional life was marked by her caring nature and her dedication to serving others. She worked at the Jackson County Public Hospital in Maquoketa as the admitting clerk, where her warm smile and compassionate demeanor comforted countless patients and their families. Later, she brought her cheerful attitude to Lowe’s in Hopkinsville, Kentucky, as a cashier, brightening the days of all who passed through her line.
Nancy had a special love for animals and took great delight in her collection of rabbit statues. However, her greatest joy was found in the time she spent with her grandchildren, creating memories that would become treasured stories to be passed down through generations.
Those left to honor Nancy’s memory include her devoted husband, Garlyn Eye of Maquoketa, IA; her loving children, Sheryl (Ron) Paulsen of Maquoketa, IA, Jodi McCoy of Colorado Springs, CO, Michele (Pat) Bronson of Maquoketa, IA, Angela (Brian) Eye of Granbury, TX, Gary (Laura) Eye of Granbury, TX, Dorothy Eye of Granbury, TX, and Eddie Shaw of UT. Her legacy continues through her brother, George (Sharon) Rokosh of Crossville, TN; her adored 17 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren who will carry her spirit forward. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Paula Mangler, and a granddaughter Jensen Keeney Campbell.
At Peace Cremation Services have been provided by Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. There are no public services planned at this time.
The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. Please feel free to leave notes of condolence, and words of comfort and support on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
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Kenneth Hoffmann
Kenneth “Kenny” Hoffmann, 74, of Dubuque, Iowa died Thursday January 11, 2024, at home. A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 19, 2024 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home, 2659 Kennedy Road. A public visitation for family and friends will be held from 4 to 7 pm Thursday, January 18. Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Kenny was born on December 31, 1948, in LaMotte, Iowa, the son of Theodore and Loretta (Herbst) Hoffmann.
The youngest of 7 children, he started his formal schooling at the country school near his home. Later he attended Andrew School, and after moving to Dubuque, graduated from Dubuque Senior in 1968. In 1970, Kenny earned his diploma in Printing from Dunwoody Industrial Institute of Minneapolis (now “Dunwoody College of Technology in Minneapolis, MN.
Kenny was a “workhorse,” generally holding more than one job until his retirement, including his business, Hoffmann Printing, where he operated his cast iron printing press out of his home where he was proud to fulfill orders for family and friends. Kenny began his professional career in 1970 as one of the first intertype operators at Regency in Dubuque. He was a press operator for Regency until they closed in 2006. Following his time at Regency, he worked as a finishing Technician for Quad Graphics (formerly World Color and Quebecor) until they closed in 2013. While Kenny had worked part time for the Telegraph Herald from 1993-2010, he finished his career there full time before officially retiring to enjoy puttering in his garden.
Kenny purchased his home in the early 1970s, and was proud to make the house his home. In the nearly 50 years in his home, Kenny took great pride in caring for his lawn and raised a beautiful vegetable garden every year. He truly enjoyed experimenting with new varieties of his old favorites. One year, he even grew tomatoes that were advertised to grow to be 5 lbs each! While they may not have may not have gotten quite that big, the tomatoes that year were quite large!
Kenny was married for a short time, and from the union, his son (“Little Buddy,”) Mason, was born. Kenny felt it was important to teach Mason as much as he could about life, and cherished time spent with him. He enjoyed the time they spent together fishing, gardening, cooking, canning, and more.
Kenny also loved spending Christmas with his family and decorating for the holidays. He and and his grandson, Charles, shared a love of nutcrackers, and Kenny kept his collection on display year-round. The rest of the Christmas decorations always went up in late November. In recent years, his home transitioned into a Christmas wonderland with several trees (of varying sizes,) a Christmas Village, Nativity, and other beautiful decor.
Left to cherish his memories are his son, Mason (Carrie) Hoffmann; grandson, Charles Hoffmann; siblings, Floyd (LuEtta) Hoffmann, Clementine Hoffmann, Erma (JJ) Decker, and Mary Lange; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Sylvester (Mary Jane) Hoffmann and Richard Hoffmann; and a brother-in-law, Edmond Lange.
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Charlie Reisen
Charlie “Chicken” Reisen, 86, of Dubuque died Monday January 15, 2024, at MercyOne Hospital after a long battle with on-going health issues surrounded by his family.
Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Friday, January 19th, 2024, with a prayer service at 3:30 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, Dubuque, IA 52003. The family requests you dress casual and warm! Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com.
Born December 20, 1937, to Henry & Florence (Woods) Reisen. Charlie worked for the Dubuque Packing Company / FDL for 43 years. Then for Medical Associates part time as a courier for several years. He volunteered at Stonehill for many years and loved every minute of it!
Charlie married Linda Reynolds November 7, 1959, in Dodgeville, WI. They shared 64 wonderful years together. Charlie loved family time, especially attending the grandkids ballgames, and activities sometimes up to four per day. He also enjoyed fishing with his father-in-law, Harvey. Annual trips to Lake Eerie with his son Joe and other family and friends.
Charlie and Linda enjoyed spending time with their best friends of 65 years Larry and Donna Walter. Over the years, their families took vacations together, including many camping trips and amusement parks. A highlight vacation was a trip Larry & Donna & Charlie & Linda took to Mexico in 2004.
Charlie never met a stranger, and everyone he did meet became an instant friend. He touched many lives with his warm heart and sense of humor. He also loved a good game of Euchre and to everyone’s enjoyment (except his wife) nobody, but nobody got more nines and tens than he did!!
Survived by his wife Linda (64 years), Julie (Garry) Redman, Joe (Lori) Reisen, Janet (Mike) Schmit, Janine (Dave) McQuiggin, and Joyce Hanley. Also, sons-in-law John Higgins and Jamey Hanley. Grandchildren Neva Redman, Nicole (Chris) Ayers, Andrew (Jordan) Redman, Amber Reisen, Ashley (Ryan) Wehrle, Cory Schmit (Nicole), Jennifer (JJ) Dura, Nick (Ashley) Hochberger, Chris Higgins, Pat Higgins, Dan (Alyssa) Higgins, Kallie McQuiggin, Blade (Rebecca) McQuiggin, Riley McQuiggin, and Lucas Hanley. Along with 15 Great-Grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws Harvey & Geneva Reynolds; six brothers, Donald, Melvin, Robert, Henry, Keith, and Clarence; and five sisters, Catherine, Anna Mae, Emily, Carol, and Marguerite along with many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The Avery Foundation – A Dubuque based foundation that helps patients and families pay for incidental costs of cancer treatments. Visit https://www.averyfndtn.org/ for more information.
The family would like to thank the nurses and doctors in Mercy ER, Respiratory Therapy, Elizabeth from Hospice, and especially SSU nurses Natalie, Abbie, and Ellie for their compassionate care.
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Joan M. Feldmann
Joan M. Feldmann, 84 of Rickardsville, Iowa passed away Monday, January 15, 2024, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.
Visitation will be held from 3 -7 p.m. on Friday, January 19, 2024, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville. Visitation will continue Saturday morning at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Balltown from 9 – 10:15 a.m. prior to funeral mass.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church (468 Balltown Rd, Balltown, Iowa) with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Tyler Raymond will officiate.
Joan was born on May 15, 1939 in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Lawrence and Loretta (Hefel) Decker. She received her education at Saint Joseph’s Academy in Dubuque, Iowa. After high school, she worked as a bookkeeper at The Dubuque Packing Company, John Deere, and Art Pape Trucking. She met her husband of 61 years at a wedding dance in Petersburg. She married Celester A. Feldmann October 20, 1962, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Balltown, Iowa. Together they farmed near Rickardsville, raising hogs and crops.
Joan was a member of St. Joseph Church, Rickardsville where she was active with the Rosary Society. She kept busy tending to the large family garden and sharing the harvest with friends and family. She demonstrated her love through her talents in the kitchen with tasty creations including homemade breads, applesauce, pies, and salsa. The fruit cellar had a bountiful supply of goodies. Joan was a talented seamstress and loved to sew from a young age. In retirement, she cherished her sewing club gatherings and submitted some of her creations to the Dubuque County Fair, winning a ribbon or two. Joan was active with her childrens’ activities, and mentored young girls as a 4-H leader. She enjoyed spending time with her family and devoted husband Les.
Joan was a loving wife and mother. Survivors include her children: John (Kirby) Feldmann of Racine, WI, Lora Feldmann of Eden Prairie, MN, and Linda Feldmann (Dan Kraemer) of Chicago; siblings: John Decker (Connie Beaver) of Sherrill, Larry (Trudy) Decker of Sherrill, Kathy Koch of Farley, Ann (Andy) Baumann of Dubuque; in-laws: Don Schmitt of Holy Cross, Lavonne (Leander) Burke of Earlville, Elmer (Dorothy) Feldmann of Hopkinton, Dave (Sandy) Feldmann of Alburnett, Leanna Feldmann of Dyersville, Loras (Mary) Feldmann of Farley, Gerald (Barb) Feldmann of Epworth, Irv Feldmann of Earlville, Tony (Joyce) Feldmann of Earlville, and Dan (Barb) Feldmann of Cedar Rapids, and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Les Dec 21, 2023; parents-in-law, Isabella (Jaeger) and Anton Feldmann; sister, Janet Schmitt; sister-in-law, Theresa (Leon) Burkle; brother-in-law, Floyd (Rita) Feldmann; brother-in-law, Jerome (Mary Jane) Feldman; brother-in-law, Paul Feldmann; brother-in-law, Steve Koch, and Joan’s twin, June Decker in infancy.
The family would like to thank the staff of Stonehill and Hospice of Dubuque for their compassionate care.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Sherrill Volunteer Fire Department, 5307 S Mound Rd. Sherrill, IA 52073 and Lasalle Catholic School, 835 Church St. PO Box 368, Holy Cross, IA 52053.
Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family and information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com. Memorials may be sent to the family, (in care of Kramer Funeral Home) 750 12th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA 52040.
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Robert J. Breitfelder
Robert Joseph Breitfelder, 87, of Dubuque, died Sunday, January 14, 2024, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.
Visitation will be from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm Sunday, January 21, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.
The Mass of Christian Burial for Bob will be 10:30 am Monday, January 22, 2024, at St. Donatus Catholic Church with Father David Ambrosy as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. Military honors will be rendered by the American Legion Post #6.
Robert was born October 26, 1936, in Lincoln, NE, the son of Ferdinand J. and Bernice M. Breitfelder. On August 3, 1963, he married Mary Pat Enzler in Bethesda, Maryland. She passed away on December 15, 2023.
He received his Bachelors Degree in Math and Engineering from Loras College.
He was a member of U.S. Army Reserves from 1959 until 1965.
Bob was an engineer at John Deere Dubuque Tractor Works.
He was a member of St. Donatus Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, John Deere Retirees, John Deere Corporation of Retired Employees, NAMI, and a Euchre and Gourmet Group. He had a deep love of nature and art. His love of art carries on through his children and grandchildren.
Survivors include nine children, Jeff (Lisa) Breitfelder of Cedar Rapids, IA, Kevin Breitfelder of Dubuque, Renee (Wolf Korndoerfer) Breitfelder of Racine, WI, Tim (Amy) Breitfelder of Dubuque, Mike (Jenny) Breitfelder of Oregon, WI, Chris (Leisa) Breitfelder of Alburnett, IA, Nick Breitfelder of Dubuque, Nate Breitfelder of Dubuque, and Aimee (Shawn) Reddy of Portland, OR; 18 grandchildren, Corey, Scott, J.J., Kyle, Isabelle, Owen, Jordan, Aspen, Andrew, Alex, Leiah, Kennady, Enzler, Will, Emma, Chase, Meera, and Kirin; six great-grandchildren, Zach, Audrey, Ava, Elliott, Daxton, and Gwen; one brother, Don (Mary Ann) Breitfelder of Chicago, IL; seven sisters-in-law, Jean Rossi of Cary, NC, Carol (Jack) Dinan of Alexandria, VA, Marge Enzler of Washington, DC, Kathy Brooker of Lewes, DE, Connie (John) Regan of Sarasota, FL, Eileen (Kevin) O’Brien of Davenport, IA, and Brenda (Frank) English of Rockville, MD; and five brothers-in-law, Msgr. John Enzler of Bethesda, MD, Jim (Millie) Enzler of Surprise, AZ, Jerry (Katie Fischer) Enzler of East Dubuque, IL, David (Frances) Enzler of Evansville, IN, and Tom (Mary) Enzler of Rehobeth Beach, DE.
Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial has been established for NAMI.
Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in care of the arrangements.
A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Bob’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.
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Linda M. Hertenstein
Linda Marie (Kress) Hertenstein, 66, of Guttenberg, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Zearing Health Care in Zearing, Iowa.
Funeral Services will be 11:30 am, Saturday, January 27, 2024 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue, Iowa. Family will greet friends 10:00 am until service time at the church.
Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.
Linda was born October 26, 1957 in Guttenberg, the daughter of Edmund and Laura (Johnston) Kress. She attended Guttenberg High School. Linda’s hobbies over the years included, fishing, camping, sewing, cooking, dancing, playing BINGO, and watching Chicago Cubs baseball. She also loved tinkering with things and working on cars. She enjoyed mostly spending time with her family. She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Survivors include her children, James DeShaw of Cedar Rapids, Joshua (Elaina) DeShaw of Garnavillo, Robin (Phillip) Stock of Guttenberg, Laura (Josh) Schlueter of Dundee, and Robert Hertenstein of Surprise, AZ; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Ryan) Baker, Anthony DeShaw, Sharlae DeShaw, Jesse DeShaw, Trey Lambert, Serena Sandoval, Anthony Sandoval, Juan Sandoval, Hope (Noah) With, Joshua Hertenstein, Charity Wojciechowski, Destiny Chaplin, and Dillon Schlueter; great-grandchildren, Vincent Baker, Jaisen Baker, Jaxson Kellum, and Maverick Kellum; siblings, Don Kress, Bob Kress, Wanda Kress, Sue Kress, Rosaleta (Lynn) Heins, and Kathy (Kyle) Wander; sisters in-law, Rita Kress and Renee Kress; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Carl Kress, Wayne Kress, Willie (Susan) Kress, Carol Latson, Ed Kress, Jr., Violet Jennings, and a niece Lindsey Steward.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Linda’s memory.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com
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Noel E. Kurt
Noel E. Kurt, 86, of Dubuque passed away peacefully on January 13, 2024, at Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque.
Friends and family may visit from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, where a parish Wake Service will begin at 3:00 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will held at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Friday, January 19 at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Steve Garner officiating. Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Dubuque.
He was born December 12, 1937, in Iowa City, son of Fred and Nora (Devaney) Kurt. He graduated from St. Columbkille’s High School in 1956 where he was a lettered athlete in multiple sports. Noel attended Loras College for two years.
He met the love of his life, Betty Jean Kass, at St. Columbkille’s Fall Festival and married her on August 10, 1963, at St. Columbkille’s in Dubuque. They were married for 46 years before Betty passed away in 2010. He and Betty were blessed with 10 children, and they made an amazing parenting team. They had a wonderful marriage and modeled that for their children. The most serious issue in their marriage was probably when he was too eager of a volunteer taste tester for her holiday cookies.
He worked for many years in the auto parts industry at Sieg, Big A Auto Parts and IWI Motor Parts. In retirement he was a volunteer at Meals-on-Wheels and Finley Hospital. He was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church for the past 54 years.
He spent a lot of time as a supportive spectator for his kids and grandkids, played a lot of golf in retirement and liked a good game of Euchre. He enjoyed watching many sports on TV – except soccer, or as he would call it “kickball”. He was a big Iowa Hawkeye Fan and was excited when his beloved Cubs won the World Series. In close games, he might yell at the TV and Betty would remind him that they couldn’t hear him.
He looked forward to the annual Boy’s Trip with his six sons. They would take an RV trip to an away Hawkeye football game. The trip included a nice meal, a glass of wine and the inevitable sour face he would make when he sipped the wine.
He had a sweet tooth, especially for chocolate. His only regret in all his years of marriage was that they did not have chocolate cake at the wedding. Grandkids were known to call and ask if it was a good day for the Dairy Queen, “It’s always a good day for the Dairy Queen” was his response.
He told lots of dad jokes, but he would sometimes laugh so hard that by the end, the punchline couldn’t be understood. Although he had been slipping away for a while, he was able to maintain his sense of humor until the end using some of his standard one-liners.
Surviving are his 10 children, Pam Ewald of Dubuque, Noel (Sandra) Kurt of Cedar Rapids, Kim (Dave) Kern of Dubuque, Cindy (Chuck) Kutsch of Dubuque, Karl (Lori) Kurt of Independence, Nick (Abbey) Kurt of Shawnee KS, Kevin (Elisa) Kurt of Waunakee WI, Ken (Kate) Kurt, Digger (Beth) Kurt, Connie (Ben) Nessan all of Dubuque; 33 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren. a sister Dianne (Don) Simon of Cuba City, three sisters-in-law Mary Ann Steffen, Rose Hartung, Mary Agnes Kass all of Dubuque, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife Betty, brothers Leon, Mark and Rev. David Kurt, sisters Mary Edith and Natalie Kurt and June Manning.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Dubuque in memory of Noel Kurt.
The family would like to thank Hawkeye Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for their compassionate care for our beloved father.
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Marilyn R. Althoff
Marilyn Rose Althoff, 66, of Earlville, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 12, 2024, after a hard-fought battle with ALS. She was in her home surrounded by her loving family. Marilyn was born on March 25, 1957, in Manchester, the daughter of Matthias and Alberta (Holtz) Ronnebaum. Marilyn was raised in the Earlville area with her six siblings and received her education at St. Joseph’s Catholic School and Beckman High School. On October 20, 1973, Marilyn was united in marriage to Gary Althoff and they brought into the world three beautiful children.
Visitation will be held from 2 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville. Visitation will continue at the funeral home from 9-10 a.m. Thursday prior to funeral mass.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Earlville, with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate with Deacon Jim Steger assisting.
Her kindness and passion to care for others was seen through all of her careers. Starting as a stay-at-home mom she provided in-home daycare and spent multiple years at the Good Neighbor Home in Manchester. Marilyn found her calling while pouring herself into her work at Hills & Dales in Dubuque supporting people with disabilities. Her servant leadership and tireless devotion to her work showed through her nearly 32 years with the organization, 16 of those years spent leading as CEO. She traveled the United States serving on numerous boards and committees acting as a passionate advocate. Her monumental and positive impact on literally thousands of lives cannot be understated. People lived…lived longer, lived more meaningful lives, because Marilyn always pushed forward for more, for better, for the individual.
Marilyn loved music and shared her beautiful voice singing for church services and weddings with Kathy Johannes/Craig Carton and Darrell Lendt. Along with singing, she loved playing her twelve-string guitar. She was always surrounded by music, whether it be live music, as she attended many concerts, in the kitchen listening to the radio, or jamming out in her bug convertible with the top down. She also loved traveling the world with Gary and her family. She and Gary traveled to 49 of the 50 states, only missing Alaska as their cruise was canceled due to Covid. She loved showing the world to her kids and grandkids taking them on many trips. She was a huge Iowa Hawkeye fan, having season tickets for Iowa football. Marilyn and Gary were even gifted with cardboard cutouts in their seats when they couldn’t attend due to Covid. If they weren’t at the game, they were watching the Hawks play at home. Above all, Marilyn cherished time spent with her family and treasured every moment. Her grandkids were her world, and she never missed a sporting event, musical, play, or any activity they were involved in. She loved spending time with all of her family, friends and creating memories.
Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 50 years, Gary Althoff of Earlville; her four children: Tammy March of Earlville, Shannon (Deanne) Althoff of Delhi, Joshua Althoff of Delhi, and Max (Nilza) Gordon of North Carolina/Panama; seven grandchildren: Briana (Kobe) Ries, Shelby March (Drew Gravel), Anthony March (Claire Peyton), Aubrie Althoff, Emalynn Althoff, Mateo Gordon and Paolo Gordon; and one great granddaughter, Baby Ries on the way; three siblings: Dianne (Bill) Oberbroeckling of Manchester, Karen (Dave) Mensen of Delhi, and Donna Poehnelt of Manchester; sisters-in-law: Kim (Kyle) Downs of Hiawatha, Margie (Art) Nachtman of Ryan, Laurie (Craig) Rogers of Rockford, and Joyce (Mike) Wessels of Rickardsville; brothers-in-law, Darrell (Norita) Lendt of Manchester and Fred (Joan) Althoff of Peoria; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Matthias and Alberta Ronnebaum; in-laws Ted and Leona Althoff; siblings Leon “Butchie” Ronnebaum, Elizabeth “Betty” Lendt, and Robert “Bob” Ronnebaum; sister-in-law Mary Althoff; and brothers-in-law Larry Reth and Dan Kaiser.
To recognize her life’s work, memorials may be sent to Hills & Dales (1011 Davis Street, Dubuque, IA 52001 or www.hillsdales.org).
The family would like to thank Jill Buschmann and the staff of Regional Family Health/Regional Medical Center; and Teresa Tibbott and the staff of Care Initiatives.
Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family and information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com. Memorials may be sent to the family, (in care of Kramer Funeral Home) 750 12th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA 52040.
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Jeffrey S. Pefley
Jeff was greeted in heaven on January 11, 2024 by his Father, his fiancé and his niece. He was 49 years young and died of a sudden illness at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa. Jeff was born October 29, 1974 on a beautiful fall day in Hutchinson, Minnesota to Albert and Barbara (Schomers ) Pefley. He was the 5th of 5 children, in other words the “baby” of the family. He grew up in Centerville, IA and Le Center, Minnesota. He graduated from Le Center High School as the Valedictorian of the Class of 1993. He went on to pursue a degree in Mathematics and Computer Science from Mankato State and graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Fishing was a favorite past time for Jeff with him usually catching the biggest fish. He loved to go to hockey games … Go Saints! He loved animals and nature. His yard and home were beautiful and well groomed. He also loved to ride his motorcycle and take his boat out for a trip around the lake. Brave, loyal, caring, funny and a friend to everyone, he was the guy you wanted as a friend. He was wonderful and always had a big hug for family members. He loved his job at the Post Office. He took it seriously and wanted to do it perfectly like everything else in his life. Going to work was something he looked forward to every day. Jeff was also a fantastic care taker for his mother whom he lived with. He would take her out for many long drives, shopping, provider appointments, restaurants, etc. The family is very appreciative of his sacrifice.
Jeff leaves behind a large extended family. Mother: Barbara Pefley, Peosta , IA , Siblings: Deborah Wardlow (Sean) Centerville, IA; Jill Zintz (Bill) Centerville, IA ; Kimberly Crane (Alan ) Colona, IL; Albert Pefley Jr., Palm Beach Gardens, FL, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father Albert Pefley Sr.; fiance’, Joni Hermanson; niece, Crystal Howe.
Visitation will be from 10:00-11:45 with a service to follow at noon on Monday, January 15, 2024, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.
“…….and neither snow, nor rain, nor heat, nor gloom of night, nor winds of change, nor a nation challenged will stay us from the swift completion of our appointed rounds.”
Postman’s Motto 1914
The family will thankfully receive your support through greeting cards and memorials in Jeff’s memory to be donated to MercyOne. Cards may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Jeff Pefley Family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at behrfuneralhome.com
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Eulaine M. Hutchcroft
Eulaine Marie Hutchcroft, 89, of LaMotte, IA, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on January 12, 2024, at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue, IA.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday January 17th, 2024, at St. Joseph Key West Catholic Church with Mgsr. Thomas Toale officiating. Friends and family may visit from 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery in LaMotte, Iowa. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family.
Eulaine was born on November 5, 1934, to John and Isabell Shanahan (Lammer) on the family farm near Bernard, IA, the eldest of 7 siblings.
In 1951, Eulaine met the love of her life James (Jim) Hutchcroft at a dance in Zwingle, IA. They married in 1954 and went on to have 9 children, Lois, Lori, Bill, Tom, Karen, Steve, Dave, Don and Amy. She was an extraordinary mother, able to make all nine of her children feel uniquely yet equally loved and adored.
Eulaine began her career with the US Post Office in LaMotte, IA as a clerk in 1969. She went on to become the Postmaster in LaMotte in 1977, a position she enjoyed for 22 years. She loved the interaction with the community her post office work afforded her and was proud to be part of the postal service. Many kids in the community remember her fondly for allowing them to wait for the bus in the post office on cold mornings and handing out half sticks of gum. She was also famous for her homemade popcorn balls on Halloween.
In 1999, Eulaine retired and spent her time volunteering, gardening, quilting and enjoying time with friends and family. A lifelong Catholic, Eulaine with active in church activities throughout her life and attended mass regularly. Her faith was very important to her.
Eulaine was an incredibly kind and giving person. She loved her family deeply and was deeply loved in return. She had a great sense of humor and an infectious laugh. She always put the needs of others before herself and was the first to offer a hand to anyone who needed it. She was a beautiful soul, inside and out.
Eulaine is survived by her husband of nearly 70 years, James Hutchcroft.
She is also survived by the following:
Her children: Lois Clasen, Lori (Jerry) Clasen, Bill (Betty) Hutchcroft, Tom Hutchcroft, Karen (Terry) Kilburg, Steve Hutchcroft, Dave (Kristi) Hutchcroft, Don Hutchcroft and Amy (Jed) Erickson.
Her grandchildren: Chad Clasen, Keith (Inna) Clasen, Kayla (Justin) Hanson, Jamie (Missy) Clasen, Janelle (Ben) Haun, Michelle (Jeremy) Budde, Chad (Julia Marambey) Till, Ryan (Jenny) Hutchcroft, Amber Hutchcroft, Andrew Hutchcroft, Cory Davis, and Alex, Anika and Jake Erickson.
Her great-grandchildren: Aiden and Mila Clasen, Kayleigh Faulkner, Huxtin Hanson, Nora Clasen, Grayson, Guy, Grant and Jay Haun, Kaitlyn Steines, Zach and Gabbie Scott, Cash, Corbyn and Connor Budde, Anya and Ariana Marambey, Gwen Dunlap and Ava Felderman.
Her great-great grandchildren: Emery and Jaxson Steines, Aurora Eiklenborg
Surviving siblings: Mary (George) Felderman, Chuck (Mary) Shanahan
Surviving in-laws: Arlene Shanahan, Bob Timmerman, Ginny Heim, Kay Shanahan, Charlie Bergfeld, Dellene Till, Georgia (Jim) Willging, John (Sandi) Hutchcroft
Eulaine was preceded in death by her parents, her son-in-law Paul Clasen, and daughter-in-law Michelle Hutchcroft.
She was also predeceased by her brother Paul Shanahan, sister Ann Timmerman, brother Pat Shanahan, brother and sister-in-law Loras and Julie Shanahan, brother-in-law Jerry Heim, brother in-law and sister in-law Bob and Leny Hutchcroft, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Joan and Jim Hickson, sister-in-law Emma Jean Bergfeld and brother-in-law Danny Hutchcroft.
Eulaine’s family would like to express our sincere gratitude to the staff of Mill Valley Care Center and Hospice of Jackson County for the excellent care she received.
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Jeanette E. Laufenberg
Jeanette E. Laufenberg, 94, of 2227 Delmonaco Drive, Dubuque, IA, and recently of Stonehill Care Center, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. Visitation will be from 9:30 am to 10:30 am on Tuesday, January 16, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, 1870 St. Ambrose Street. Mass to follow at 10:30 am. Burial will be at Mt. Cavalry Cemetery, 1111 Davis Street, Dubuque, IA.
Jeanette was born August 6, 1929 in Dubuque, IA, daughter of Charles and Ada (Johnson) Pfeiffer. She married Roy Laufenberg on May 19, 1949 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque, IA. Roy preceded her in death on June 4, 2016.
Jeanette worked for many years at the Julien Motor Inn after raising her children. Prior to that she was a stay-at-home mom who took her children on many camping adventures throughout the United States along with her devoted husband, Roy. They were charter members of the Dubuqueland Campers Club and members of the National Campers and Hikers Association, NCHA. After her children were raised, Jeanette became a devoted grandmother and great grandmother. Roy and Jen’s house on Delmonaco Street became the go-to place for family gatherings and holidays. Jen was famous for her Thanksgiving dinner and home-made goodies, which were especially plentiful during the family Christmas celebration. Her grandchildren loved their trips to grandma’s house where they were consistently spoiled.
Jeanette is survived by three children, Randy (Vicky) Laufenberg, Linda (Jan) Scott and Lori (Dick) Launspach, all of Dubuque; grandchildren, Jared (Angie) Wolfe, J.W. (Angelia) Henslee, Jason (Amanda) Laufenberg, Kyle (Amber) Laufenberg, Dana (Tyler) McAtee, Miles (long-time girlfriend, Taylor Fleege) Launspach, great grandchildren; Connor Wolfe, Lincoln and Everly Henslee, Kelsey and Luke Laufenberg, Carter and Layne Laufenberg, Emma, Bo and Olivia McAtee.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and siblings, Jim, Bud, Bob, Phil and Jerry Pfeiffer and Dorothy Sheehan and Darlene Moriarty, and a great grandson, Bradley Schmitt.
For more information or to leave an online condolence, please visit egelhofsiegertcasper.com.
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Charles E. Sieverding
Charles “Chuck” E. Sieverding, 77, of Dubuque, formerly of Bellevue, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Bethany Home in Dubuque. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Thursday, January 18, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. Visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:30 am prior to Mass at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. Following mass, burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.
Chuck was born January 2, 1947 in Bellevue, the son of Lawrence and Lucille (Dempewolf) Sieverding. He graduated from Bellevue Marquette High School in 1966. Chuck served in the US Army Reserves during the Vietnam War. He then worked for John Deere Works Dubuque for 30 years in heat treatment and utility until he retired. Chuck enjoyed spending time with family and friends, bowling, playing baseball, and going to music concerts. Chuck was known for his goofy playfulness and humor and was most recently a beloved resident at Bethany Home in Dubuque.
Survivors include his children, Scott (Crystal) Sieverding of Urbandale, and Kim (Jonathan) Nelson of East Dubuque; grandchildren, Cassidy, Samuel, Estella, and Camila; siblings, Paul Sieverding, Jim Sieverding, Carol Armstrong, Mary Jane (Tom) McConaghy, and Susan (Hugh) Engling; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Chuck was preceded in death by his parents; siblings and in-laws, Francis Sieverding, Ruth Ann Womeldorf, Lawrence and Jan Sieverding, Janet McFadden, Marcy and Bob Engelman, Jan Sieverding (Paul), Linda Sieverding, and Roland Armstrong.
Donations may be made in Chuck’s name to Bethany Home in Dubuque.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com
The Sieverding family would like to thank Bethany Home for their wonderful care and support. Chuck’s “Bethany Family” will never be forgotten.
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William J. Welter
William J. Welter (Bill), 69, of Dubuque, passed away January 8, 2024.
In keeping with his wishes, no public services will be held.
Bill was born on March 26, 1954 to Kenneth and Marie (Riesselman) Welter in Dubuque, Iowa.
He graduated in 1972 from Hempstead High school in Dubuque.
Bill was a truck driver for Morse Electric Company.
Bill is survived by his siblings, Connie Welter of Dubuque, Kim (John) Link of Bernard, IA, Jackie (Gary) Connolly of Worthington, IA, and Frankie Nigh of Corinth, TX, and 6 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family would like to thank the entire staff at Luther Manor for providing great care for Bill, and also thank the intensive care team at Finley, and Finley Hospital for their exceptional knowledge, skill and care for Bill during his short stay.
The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is entrusted with arrangements.
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Lyal C. Pfeiler
Lyal C. Pfeiler, 84, of Rickardsville passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, January 11, 2024.
A Prayer Service will be held at 3 p.m., followed by visitation until 8 p.m. on Monday, January 15, 2024, at Kramer Funeral Home in Holy Cross. Visitation will continue at Kramer Funeral Home from 9 – 10 a.m. on Tuesday prior to the funeral mass.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Holy Cross with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Tyler Raymond will officiate.
Lyal was born on February 11, 1939, in Holy Cross the son of Al and Lorraine (Brecht) Pfeiler. He attended Holy Cross Grade School and graduated from Holy Cross High School in 1957, where he met the love of his life, Melita Wolf. They married on April 30, 1960, at St. Joseph’s Church in Rickardsville.
Faith, family, farming, and service were important to Lyal. Together, he and Melita farmed near Holy Cross, milking registered Brown Swiss and raising hogs. They received the Century and Heritage Farm Awards. He was awarded Outstanding Young Farmer, Master Pork Producer, and Outstanding Dairy Farm Family. Lyal served on various boards, including Farm Bureau, Maquoketa Valley REC, Swiss Valley Ag., Dubuque County Pork Producers and Dubuque County Dairy Board. He was a founding member of the Leo High Endowment Board as Catholic education was very important to him. Lyal was active in the Holy Cross Parish as a parish council and choir member, Eucharistic minister, and lector. He passed along the values of faith and hard work to his seven children.
As part of their daily routine, Lyal and Melita viewed Mass on the iPad. They enjoyed many travels to foreign countries visiting farms. In later years, they enjoyed multiple cruises. Lyal and Melita also enjoyed fishing on the Mississippi, just drowning worms for whatever was biting.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Melita, children: Julie (Dan) Neebel, Joe (Kathy) Pfeiler, Janet (Rod) Hess, Jim (Mary) Pfeiler, John Pfeiler, Joyce (Tom) Pasker and Jolene (Ron) Link; grandchildren: Andrew Neebel, Kate (Aaron) Burke, Blake (Erin) Neebel, and Paige (Alex Rottinghaus) Neebel, Aaron (Laikyn) Pfeiler, Adam Pfeiler, and Livia Pfeiler, Mitch (Amanda) Hess, Leah (Lee) Rohrer, Chandler Pfeiler and Garrett Pfeiler, Chelsie (Terry) Frost, Brianna (Ryan) Kluesner, Austin (McKenzie) Pfeiler, Jordyn (Tim Althaus) Pfeiler, Brooke Pasker, Rachel (Hunter) Bergfeld, Logan Pasker, Troy (Molly) Pasker, Justin (Jessica) Decker, Ryan (Becca) Decker; and 20 great grandchildren; siblings: Louis Pfeiler and Barb (Roger) Kueter; in-laws: Mary (Donnie) Brimeyer, Leon Wolf, Alice Cook, Carolyn (Jim) Pimlott.
He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law, John and Clara Wolf, granddaughter, Kayla Decker, great-granddaughter, Maddie Burke; in-laws: Carol Pfeiler, Donald (Dolores and second wife, Dorothy) Wolf, Dale Cook, Rose Wolf, Marvin Wolf, and Francis Wolf.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to any Catholic school of your choice, Dubuque County Right To Life, or Holy Cross Parish.
Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family and information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com. Memorials may be sent to the family, (in care of Kramer Funeral Home) 750 12th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA 52040.
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Lois George
Lois George, 93, of Dubuque, passed away January 9, 2024 at Stonehill Care Center. Visitation will be from 2:00-6:00p.m., Sunday, January 14, 2024 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, Dubuque. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30a.m., Monday, January 15, 2024 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery.
Lois was born on March 28, 1930 to Lester and Aileen (Swift) Neyens in Dubuque, Iowa. She was united in marriage to Robert George on May 24, 1952 in Dubuque. He preceded her in death on June 3, 1998.
Lois enjoyed bowling, reading, and doing jigsaw puzzles. She loved her world travels, especially her cruises to New England, the Panama Canal, and Alaska.
She is survived by her children, Deb Hahlen of East Dubuque, IL, Tony (Jan) George of Sherrill, IA, Robin (Warren) Amling of Bellevue, IA, Toby (Sally) George of Pleasant Hill, IA, Todd (special friend Brenda Sahd) George of Scottsdale, AZ, Terry (Julie) George of Asbury, IA, and Ted (Dana) George of Asbury, IA; grandchildren, Becky Fritz, Heidi, Ben, and Jeremy George, Willie, and Zach Amling, Amanda, Alyssa, Emily, and Tyler George, Nick George, Megan Feldspauch, Jessica Le, Jenna Tressel, and Leah, Maya, and Olivia George. She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren.
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