Obituaries Archive

Mark W. Reardon

Mark William Reardon, 68, of Guttenberg, Iowa passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 with his loving wife, Deb by his side.

Visitation will be held from 9 – 11 a.m., Saturday, November 4, 2023 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Guttenberg, Iowa. Funeral services will commence at 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church with burial to follow at Guttenberg City Cemetery in Guttenberg, Iowa. Pastor Mike Ashman will officiate.

Mark was born on November 9, 1954 to William and Nadyne (Reque) Reardon in Decorah, Iowa. Mark graduated from MFL High School in 1974 and went to work for Reardon Oil Co. until 2000 then worked for Kuhlman Construction until his retirement in 2018.

Mark spent his happiest years with the love of his life, Deb Bolsinger and after years of consideration, was united in marriage on May 22, 2021.

Mark had many interests in his life and almost all had to do with the outdoors: hunting, fishing, boating, snowmobiling, cutting firewood, and Caribbean Cruises. He loved spending time with family and friends the most.

Survivors include his wife, Deb; children: Nick (Theresa) Reardon, Valerie (Randy) Jaeger, Scott Smith, Heather Bolsinger, Clay (Dar) Bolsinger; brother, Mike (Dawn) Reardon; sister, Paula (Mike) Ahlers; in-laws: Billy and Diane Welsh, Peggy (Mike) Wolfe, Roger Smith, Randy and Rachel Smith. Mark will also be loved and missed by 17 grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and father-in-law, Billie Smith.

A big thank you to all the neighbors and friends who stopped by for a friendly chat or prayer. Also, thank you to the wonderful and caring staff at St. Croix Hospice, especially, Carrie Burke.

Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg is assisting the family and information is available at www.morrisfuneralhomes.com.  Memorials may be sent to Morris Funeral Home (in care of the deceased) 207 South 1st St, Guttenberg, IA 52052.

Sharel S. Kilburg

Sharel Susan Kilburg, 76, of Bellevue, passed away on October 30th at home surrounded by her loving family after a 2 year battle with pancreatic cancer. Sharel will graciously donate her body to the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics for research following services.

Funeral mass will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, November4th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bellevue. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 3rd from 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service inBellevue, with additional visitation on Saturday, November 4thfrom 9:00 am – 10:00 am at the funeral home, prior to Mass. Burial will be at a later date in the Andrew Cemetery.

Sharel was born December 19, 1946, in Clinton, the daughter of Arthur and Loretta (Franzen) Schmidt. She grew up on the family farm north of Spragueville, Iowa with her five brothers and one sister.  Sharel married John A. Kilburg on November 6th, 1965, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Preston, Iowa.  Together they operated a dairy farm west of Springbrook their entire lives and raised six children.

Sharel was sweet, patient, caring, compassionate and was a gentle soul. She saw the good in everyone. She was an outstanding cook.  Her whole family enjoyed and looked forward to her delicious holiday meals that she made look so simple. She was an extremely hard worker and could do anything on the farm from baling small square bales to milking cows to operating machinery.  She enjoyed being outdoors doing anything from field work on her John Deere 3020 tractor, caring for all the farm animals-with kittens being her favorite, tending to her garden and flowers, and more recently playing with her grandkids.  She loved her grandkids more than anything and loved when they called her “Granny”.  She rarely had an empty lap with her grandkids around.

Her true passion was her faith and her bible which continued until she was called home by her Lord and Savior. Even when it would have been convenient for her to be upset about her terminal illness, she never complained or waivered in her trust and faith in God.  She also continued to maintain her quiet sense of humor to the very end.  She will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Paula (Dale) Michel of Springbrook, Iowa, Sandy Kilburg of Moline, Illinois, Brent (Lynn) Kilburg of Maquoketa, Iowa, Shelly (Cliff) Brehm of Cuba City, Wisconsin, Kristi (Joel) Wagner of Bellevue, Iowa, and Craig (Amy) Kilburg of Dubuque, Iowa; ten grandchildren, Chris Brown, John, Anne, and Paul Kilburg, Justin and Jacob Henning, Taylor and Alyssa Wagner, and Brayden and Kylie Kilburg.

She is also survived by her sister, Karen (Bill) Kilburg, brothers, Ardo (Jan) Schmidt, Lyle (Pat) Schmidt, Eldon (Valerie) Schmidt, and Leon (Deb) Schmidt; in-laws, Red (Addie) Kutsch, Elsie Moellers, Julius Reuter, Wayne (Lois) Kilburg, and Janice Portz.

Sharel was preceded in death by her parents; father and mother in-law, John H. and Mary Kilburg; a brother, Allan Schmidt; in-laws, Norman (Darlene) Kilburg, Felix Moellers, Mary Reuter, Bud (Emma) Schmidt, and Bill Portz.

The family would like to thank Mercy One Oncology Department, The Mayo Clinic, Mercy One ICU, and Hospice of Jackson County for their wonderful care!

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.con

Myrtle I. Buda

Angels carried Myrtle (Carol) Irene Buda to heaven on October 29, 2023, a crisp autumn morning. Her loving family gives thanks for her almost 98 years on this earth.

A celebration of life for Carol will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Hoffman Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by a Vigil at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Myrtle (Carol) Irene Buda, daughter of John and Johanna Schultz, was born on December 11, 1925, in Schapville, Illinois. Carol was raised on a farm in Schapville with her ten siblings. When she was 17 years old, her adventurous spirit called her to Los Angeles, California. There she met and married Rocco Salvatore Buda, Jr. They settled in Dubuque, Iowa, with their four children in 1951. During her lifetime, Carol was employed in a variety of service occupations, her longest with Karigan’s/Sfikas Restaurant. She possessed a pristine work ethic with a “no-complaining” attitude, which she passed on to her children.

Our mother found joy in playing the piano and in writing verse, including poems to her children and grandchildren. After she retired she loved to spend her days cooking and baking. She was a pie maker extraordinaire and for fifteen years was the appointed pie maker for the Flexsteel High Point Market in North Carolina. A woman of modest means, but rich in spirit, she nourished her family and others with food, gratitude, humor, a heart-warming smile, and words of wisdom. She was always there for us, a source of comfort like a warm chocolate chip cookie. Two of her favorite endearments were “Be kind to others” and “I love you more.”

Those left to cherish her memory include three daughters, Rosalia (Charles) Claussen of Ft. Dodge, Francine (Jim) Banwarth of Dubuque, and Venice (Jim) Richardson of Dubuque; three grandchildren, Abe (Brandee) Banwarth of Marion, Noah Banwarth (Katie Roemerman) of Marion, and Sophie (Nick) Rossman of Dubuque; and two great grandchildren, Ruby and Rocco Rossman. She is survived by one sibling, Juliette Schmidt of Schapville, Illinois, and an extended family of loved ones.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents and nine siblings, Rocco Buda, her son Dennis Buda, and her great granddaughter, Irene Leigh Rossman.

The family is deeply grateful to Dr. Ryan Stille, the nurses and staff at Harmony Dubuque, and Hospice of Dubuque, for their loving care and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a local food pantry of your choice or Hospice of Dubuque.

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 Myrtle’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

James Edwards

D. James “Jim” Edwards, 88, of Peosta, died at the University of Iowa Hospital on Monday, October 30, 2023.

Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the church. Interment will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens, where military rites will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  The funeral service will be livestreamed at egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Jim was born on May 1, 1935, to Albert and Margaret (O’Neal) Edwards in Erie, Pennsylvania.

Jim learned early in life from his stepfather to have a sense of urgency. It was his concrete basis as a Marine and business owner. He proudly served our country in the United States Marine Corps from June 6, 1954, to June 6, 1956. He was the founder and CEO of Edwards Cast Stone for fifty-two years until he hung up his steel-toed boots and hard hat in 2005. Jim’s retirement was spent playing the sport he loved, golf. He was a charter member and past Thunder Hills Golf Club president in Peosta, IA.

Jim was all about the community as much as his family. He served on the Dubuque County Fairgrounds board for twenty years, has been a life member of the Sertoma Club since 1965, and is a fifty-plus-year member of Masonic Lodge 125, Clinton Consistory, and Kaaba Shrine. Jim was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church for over sixty years, serving as the session’s elder and president. He was always looking for solutions and answered the call when needed.

He gave so much: his larger-than-life personality, smile, love for family and friends, his “man on a mission” attitude, and always striving to be better and do better. We are all better to have been fortunate enough to have him in our lives. He will never be forgotten.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Pat, of 66 years; children, Bob (Dori) Edwards of Dubuque, IA, Jeff (Connie) Edwards of Dubuque, IA, Tim (Kelly) Edwards of Oak Point, TX, Steve (Cathy) Edwards of Milan, IL, and Doug (Amy) Edwards of Peosta, IA. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jason (Casey), Nicholas (Amanda), Tim, Alex (Hillary), Matthew (Ehricka), Shawn (Bri), Mitchell (Michealla), Michael (Kelli), Molly (Colton) Jones, Ryan (Hailey), Peter “PJ,” Mary; great-grandchildren, Regan, Rory, Kellen, Asher, Lewis, Hayden, Riley, Bodie, Mason, Malia, Mark, Billy, Sylvie, and Reece. Also surviving are brothers Abe (Ginny) Edwards, Bill (Lonnie) Edwards, and Jack (Karla) Edwards; sister Beverly (Gerald) Koch; and brother-in-law Karl Reinelt.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four sisters, Shirley Sack, Lynda Higdon, Cathy Reinelt, Carole Dellecese, and brother-in-law’s, Lavern Sack and Joe Dellecese.

A Jim Edwards Memorial Fund has been established.

Sharon L. Nickolas

Sharon L. Nickolas, 80, of Dubuque, IA passed away Saturday October 28, 2023, at Bethany Home in Dubuque.

At Sharon’s request there will be no funeral or memorial service. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Sharon was born on September 8, 1943, in Dubuque to Harry and Gladys (Story) Buxton. She married Ronald Nickolas on August 11, 1962, at St Patrick’s Catholic Church, Dubuque. Ronald preceded her in death on November 19, 2022.

Sharon worked as a Nurse’s Aide for 20 plus years until retirement at St. Domonic Villa. She lived for her kids and grandkids. She also enjoyed playing slots at the casino and reading anything she could get her hands on.

Sharon is survived by her children: Ronald “Chuck” (Janelle) Nickolas, of Durango, IA, Kevin (Wendy) Nickolas of Tracy, CA, Lisa (Steve) Hunn of Livermore, CA, Mark “Couse” (Rhonda) Nickolas, of Dubuque, IA.; her grandkids: Tim (Megan), Nathan, Leah, Alexa, Mitchell, Collin, Alex (Ashley), Shaylee and Malethia; her great-grand kids, Harper, Eli, Alyza, Noalyn, Athylian; sister-in-law Sherry Buxton; brothers Gary (Suzy) Buxton, and Mark Buxton; sister-in-law Karen Nickolas along with many nieces and nephews.

Along with her husband Ronald, she was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter Brandy Barnhart; sister Sydney (Bill) Weichel; brother Ronald Buxton; siblings-in-law Arnold Nickolas Jr., Lois (Paul) Dillon, Barb (Clarence) Duffy.

Memorial donations may be made in her name to Hospice of Dubuque.

The family wishes to express a special thank you to Bethany home staff as well as Hospice of Dubuque.

Robert W. Emrich

Robert W. “Bob” Emrich, Jr., age 84, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of Boscobel, WI, completed his earthly journey on October 21, 2023, at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque while surrounded by his loving family.

Bob was born on May 16, 1939, in Elmhurst, IL to Robert and Leona (Zeffield) Emrich. While attending Loyola University in Chicago, Bob was fortunate enough to meet his soulmate, Petrina Ventura. The couple was united in marriage in 1963 and shared over sixty-one wonderful years together. They were blessed with three children to love and adore. Bob devoted his career to the Bagcraft Corporation of America as their Technical Director. He eventually moved into retirement, where he and Petrina chose to fulfill the dream of settling on a small farm nearBoscobel, WI.

Bob was a faithful member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Boscobel and a loyal member of the Knights of Columbus. He served as Grand Knight and recently earned his honorary life membership, proud accomplishments for Bob. His devotion to faith, family, and community was continuous. All who knew and loved him were consistently aware that his generosity had no end, and his kind and loving spirit was always ready to serve.

In his free time, Bob enjoyed tending his farm and expansive garden, going fishing, and he was always up for a good Cub’s game, especially with his son, Bob. He was a naturally giftedmusician who played guitar from his youth, and he was always developing that skill by learning new ways to play the blues music he loved. We will dearly miss the love and light that Bob brought into the world, yet we trust in the Lord’s plan.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Bob include loving wife, Petrina, adored children, Chris, Mary and Bob, two grandchildren, Bob Marten and Angelo, sister Joan Golembiewski, dear family friend, Phil Koehl, and many other friends and neighbors.

Those who preceded Bob in passing include parents, Robert and Leona, siblings, Sandra, Charles and Dickie (in infancy), and brother-in-law, Gerry Golembiewski.

The family extends their gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff at Mercy Hospital and our neighbors, especially John and Judy Curtis, for their help and support. We appreciate your generosity, patience, and commitment.

1 Thess 4:14

For if we believe that Jesus died and rose, so too will God, through Jesus, bring with Him those who have fallen asleep.

Online condolences may be shared with Bob’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com

Michael Allendorf

Michael “Mick” Allendorf, 72, of Dubuque, died Saturday, October 28, 2023, at his home in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 6:45 pm Friday, November 3, 2023 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Michael will be 7:00 pm Friday, November 3, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Rev. Dianne Grace officiating.

Mick was born May 2, 1951, in Dubuque, IA, the son of William and Darlene Allendorf. He and Marilyn Renee Nesteby eloped to Michigan on June 25, 1970.

Mick graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1969 and attended Loras College.

Mick worked for John Deere Dubuque Works. During his time at John Deere he worked as a welder at the beginning of his career and later as a forklift driver, retiring after 33 years. He also served as a union steward for the UAW. Mick was an avid golfer, enjoyed playing pool and softball, running, and watching NASCAR. He was probably Dale Earnhardt’s biggest fan. He really loved life. One of his favorite sayings, in the words of Winston Churchill, “When you’re going through hell, keep going.”

Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Marilyn Allendorf of Dubuque; two children, Carrie (Josh) Gates of Platteville, WI; and Jeff Allendorf of Platteville, WI; his “lil girl”, Brooklyn; three sisters, Kim (Guy) Harrell of Mulberry, FL; Kristin Brosnan of Dubuque; and Linda Flannery of Dubuque.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Mark and Scott Allendorf.

The family would like to extend a special Thank You to all of the nurses and staff with Hospice of Dubuque. Also, their neighbors and friends, Jim and Jo, Barb and Carl, Mary, Kevin, and Dave for their loving support and care.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Mick’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

John A. Schoen

John Andrew Schoen, 92, of East Dubuque, IL passed away peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2023, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque, IA surrounded by his family.

Family and friends may call from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 3, 2023, at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish scripture service will be at 3:30 p.m. Friday.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 4th, at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dennis Vargas officiating. Burial will follow in the East Dubuque Cemetery, with military honors accorded by members of the Dubuque Marine Corps League and the Iowa National Guard.

John was born on August 31, 1931, in Detroit, MI, the son of John and Gladys (Crahan) Schoen.  He graduated from the University of Illinois in 1953 where he met the love of his life, Joan Prindiville.  Together they had 6 children. Joan preceded John in death on October 15, 2016, after 61 years of marriage.  John moved his family to Dubuque in 1967. With an entrepreneurial spirit, John created a number of businesses throughout his lifetime. The Metrix Company was his greatest professional accomplishment and the one he felt most pride in. The success of Metrix led John to create The Schoen Family Charitable Trust, which continues to support communities across the Midwest. John was an avid golfer who loved to travel and was fortunate to have played many of the best courses in the world. He counts 5 holes-in-one in his lifetime. For many years, he built and flew model planes as a member of the Tri-State Modelers.  He also loved to play bridge.

Those left to cherish his memory are his six children, John “Andy” (Deb) Schoen of Dallas, TX, Michael (Vicky) Schoen of DePere, WI, Susan (Russ) Coblentz of Naperville, IL, Peter (Karla) Schoen of Dubuque, IA, Laura (Jeff) Mootz of Neenah, WI, Daniel (Bobbie) Schoen of Dubuque, IA; his two sisters, Marilyn Leahy of Glen Ellyn, IL and Peggy Igyarto of Darien, Illinois; and 14 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

The family would like to thank the nurses, staff and administrators of Stonehill Care Center for their loving care of our father. We would also like to thank the many hardworking people at Metrix in both Iowa and the Dominican Republic for your service and dedication throughout the years, you made our father’s legacy.

Memorials may be given to Stonehill Care Center or Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Josephine M. Roling

Josephine “Jo” Mary Roling, 99, of Dubuque, died Friday, October 27, 2023, at her home.

A prayer service will be held at 3:00 pm Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory followed by visitation until 7:00 pm.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Jo will be 10:00 am Friday, November 3, 2023, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Josephine was born August 26, 1924, in Dubuque, the daughter of John and Stella (Szmeter) Block. On May 25, 1946, she married Gilbert F. Roling at Holy Ghost Catholic Church. He died April 5, 1993.
Josephine worked for her husband’s concrete construction business as an accountant and secretary. She also worked for Holy Trinity Catholic Church in various positions.

She was a long-time member of the Holy Trinity Catholic Church where she served on the Rosary Society, helped serve funeral diners, and volunteered to assist with masses at Sunnycrest Manor. She enjoyed tending to her garden and was an avid crocheter. Above all, Josephine treasured spending time with her family.

Survivors include her six children, Ervin Roling of Dubuque; Mark Roling of Mechanicsville, IA; Michael (Kathie) Roling of Dubuque; David (Constancia) of Dubuque; Janel Roling of Iowa City, IA; and Mary (Scott Ronning) Roling of Duluth, MN; 8 grandchildren, Rosemary, JoAnn, Ambrose, Maria, Tammie, Terry, Colin, Rachael; 9 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Wayne Roling; two brothers, Frank and Charles Block; and four sisters Sabina Block, Frances Drozdowski, Jean Kleps, and Ann Bohnsack.

The family thanks Constancia and Hospice of Dubuque for their loving care and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in her name to Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Jo’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Lila Reiter

Lila Reiter, 92, of Dyersville, IA, passed away on Friday, October 27th, 2023.

Her funeral mass, officiated by Rev. Jim Miller while Rev. Phillip Gibbs concelebrates, will be held on Tuesday, October 31, 2023 at 11 a.m. at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, IA, with a visitation beginning at 9 a.m.prior to the mass at the church. Interment will be held at St. Martin’s Catholic Cemetery in Cascade, IA.

Lila was born on December 16th,1930, in Dyersville, IA, the daughter of Elmer and Adele (Becker) Rohenkohl. Lila graduated from Xavier High School in 1948.

On December 31st, 1951, Lila was united in marriage to Paul M. Reiter, son of Edward and Margaret (Kurt) Reiter, of Cascade, IA at the St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville, IA, alongside her sister, Jo Ann, and brother-in-law, Donald Scherbring, in a double-wedding ceremony.

Paul and Lila lived together, with their five children, on their farm in Cascade, IA. Lila was an avid artist, baker, crafter, cook, seamstress, storyteller, giver, and proud member of the St. Francis Xavier Parish of Dyersville, IA. Lila was defined by her warmth, admirable character, and the endless love she extended to those she cherished and cared for. (She always ensured her “Honey’s” sweet tooths were satisfied.)

Those left to celebrate and honor Lila’s memory include her five children: Tom (Jayne) Reiter, Richard (Margie) Reiter, Jerald Reiter, Marie Knipper, and Michelle (Todd) Hoffman; her four grandchildren: Jeremy (Lacey) Reiter, Jolene (Josh) Trenkamp, Christopher Leibold, and Paul Knipper; her four great-grandchildren: Kambrie and Kessyn Reiter, and Elsie and Winston Trenkamp; her sister-in-law, Jean Reiter; and her extended friends and family.

Lila was preceded in death by her husband (and now reunited in Heaven after 50 years since his passing), parents; grandson, Brian Reiter; and sister.

The family would like to offer their gratitude to the staff of Hospice of Dubuque, Accura HealthCare of Cascade, and Nancy Werner for their care and support.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a memorial mass.

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, Iowa 52040.

Lillian I. Berns

Lillian I. Berns, 96, of Luxemburg formerly of Prairie du Chien, WI passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023 at Accura HealthCare of Cascade, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 2 – 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo.  Visitation will continue at the funeral home from 9 – 10 a.m., prior to funeral services.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 29, 2023 at Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo with burial in Garnavillo City Cemetery.

Lillian was born on November 10, 1926 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, the daughter of Otto and Edith (White) Titlbach. She married Decellis Berns on September 21, 1948 in Prairie du Chien, WI.

Lillian enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, fishing and camping. She loved to play cards and board games with family and friends. She also loved to dance and listen to music, especially Lawrence Welk.

Survivors include her children: Debra Lee (Ambrose) Heisler, Albert Berns; grandchildren: Jessica Rhodes, Adam Rhodes; and a great-grandson, Callan Rhodes.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Decellis; siblings: John Titlbach, Ernie Titlbach, Lucille Benhart, Joe Titlbach; in-laws: Mary Titlbach, Luella Titlbach, Cordelia Titlbach, Les Benhart, and Lois Titlbach.

Morris Funeral Home in Garnavillo is assisting the family and information is available at www.morrisfuneralhomes.com.

Memorials may be sent to Morris Funeral Home (in care of the deceased) 207 South 1st St, Guttenberg, IA 52052.

Cynthia S. Shaw

Cynthia Sue “Cindy” Shaw, 65, of Dubuque, died Thursday, October 26, 2023, at her home.

Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery at a later date.

Cindy was born September 26, 1958, in Dubuque, the daughter of Isaac Vern and Ruth Florence (Schmitt) Bartlett. On December 7, 1989, she married Mark D. Shaw in Brighton, CO.

She graduated from Hempstead High School in 1977.

Cindy was a para-professional at Roosevelt Middle School in Dubuque for 17 years and also worked at Operation New View for 12 years.

She had several hobbies, and loved canning, crafting, and being in her flower and vegetable gardens as well as being an avid crocheting enthusiast. Some of her favorite things were Dr. Pepper, cream soda and dark chocolate Milky Way candy bars. Her favorite shows were The Andy Griffith Show and MASH, she also loved music and was a fan of Willie Nelson and Phil Collins. Above all else she loved her children and grandchildren and cherished every moment she had with them.

Survivors include her husband, Mark of Dubuque; one son, Dustin Shaw of Dubuque, and a daughter, Katlyn Shaw of Belmont, WI; two grandsons; Matthew and Ryker; two brothers, Ron (Jackie) Bartlett of Springfield, IL, and, Mark (Donna) Bartlett of Des Moines, IA, one sister, Linda (Don) Duschen of Dubuque; her mother-in-law, Ann Shaw of Dubuque; sister-in law, Linda (Butch) Maas of Peosta; brother-in-law, John Shaw of Clive, IA; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Dick Bartlett, her father-in-law Reece Shaw, and a sister-in-law Kathleen Shaw

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, and Grand River Medical Group.

A memorial has been established.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Cindy’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Carol A. Brimeyer

Carol Ann Brimeyer, 82, of Dubuque, died Thursday, October 26, 2023, at the Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Monday, October 30, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Carol will be 10:30 am Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at Immanuel Congregational United Church of Christ with Morgan Frazer and Rev. Dianne Grace officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

Carol was born October 6, 1941, in Dubuque, the daughter of George Edward and Pearl Marie Hartman Doerr. On June 3, 1961, she married John J. “J.B.” Brimeyer at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. He died November 7, 2018.

She was a graduate of Dubuque Senior High School.

Carol worked for the Dubuque Community School District in the library before retiring to watch her grandchildren.

She was a member of Immanuel Congregational United Church of Christ and a member of the church’s women’s fellowship group. She was an avid boater and particularly enjoyed trips down the Mississippi River. She was an adoring grandmother who was active in her grandchildren’s lives, and was a library volunteer at local schools where she read to kids. In her free time, Carol loved watching ice skating, as she had grown up ice skating at Comisky Park. She met her husband at the Eagle Point Roller Rink.   They enjoyed car rides looking at Fall foliage and sitting by the river.  Above all, Carol treasured spending time with her family.

Survivors include two daughters, Dawn (Randy Lowenberg) Connolly-Lowenberg of Cross Plains, WI, and Denise (Jim) Schemmel of Sherrill, IA; nine grandchildren, Meagan (Adrian) Lamp, Lyndsay (George) Juno, Ryan (Jessica) Lowenberg, Paige (Troy) Thoma, Devin Lowenberg, Zachary (Cassandra) Connolly, Shane Sullivan, Jordan (Cassidy Olberding) Schemmel, Cole Connolly; 13 great-grandchildren, Amara, Jackson, Beckett, Scarlett, Jameson, Emery, Amelia, Maya, Cameron, Anika, Emmett, Ella, and Westley; and one sister-in-law, Sally Doerr.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Bob (Helen) Doerr, Merlin (Barb) Doerr, Lavonne (Dwayne) Marshall, Ed Doerr, Ron and Camellia Doerr, and brother-in-law and sister in-law, Sam and JoAnn McPoland.

The family thanks Hospice of Dubuque and Hawkeye Care Center, Heacock Unit.

A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences sent to the family by visiting Carol’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Hester A. Pitts Newton

Hester Ann Pitts Newton, 95, possessed a unique ability to judge people by the content of their character and not by the color of their skin. Her heart was filled with friendships made along her life’s path. There was always room for more friends.

The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

Hester died on Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, at Prairie Ridge of Galena, where she had lived since September 2019. She was born on January 24, 1928, in her family home in Alton, Iowa, the daughter of Chan and Hester Ann Carter Pitts. She was the fifth generation bearing the name of “Hester Ann.”

The family later moved to Le Mars, Iowa, where she graduated from Le Mars Community High School in 1945. She then majored in history at Grinnell College. Afterward, she worked for the YWCA in Sioux City, Iowa, and then Kalamazoo, Mich., where she met her future husband, Lewis Paul Newton, in Kalamazoo. They married in August 1953 and later moved to Muskegon, Mich.

Hester was a stay-at-home mom until the 1970s when she started teaching elementary school in the Muskegon Heights School District after earning a teacher’s certificate. She then earned a master degree. She was a member of PEO for more than 75 years and a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Muskegon. She lived a life of purpose and served in many organizations in order to improve and lift up the lives of others. She lived in the same house for a month shy of 65 years.

Hester is survived by two sons, Carter (Sarah), Galena; and Tom (Toni) Englewood, Fla.; five grandchildren, Paul (Kendall), Jane (Mike Boruta), Vincent (Emily Riley), James (Leah Bowden) and Katie (Norm Vogele); and two great-grandchildren; and her “adopted son,” Henry Hartfield, Atlanta, Ga.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her first husband, Paul; her second husband, Carl Finney; her youngest son, James Eric Newton; her two brothers, Carter and Chan Pitts; and her sister, Carol Pitts Oppenheimer. She was a direct descendant of Mayflower Pilgrims John and Priscilla Alden.

The family will celebrate her life in Muskegon at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Galena Public Library digitization project, First Presbyterian Church of Muskegon or Muskegon Community Foundation where there is a scholarship fund for her youngest son.

The family wants to thank Hospice of Dubuque and Dr. Richard Farrell for their kind and loving care and Prairie Ridge for being such a welcoming community.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

James J. Weber

James J. “Potsy” Weber, 63, of Kieler, Wisconsin, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 3, 2023, at Immaculate Conception Church, Kieler, Wisconsin, with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call from 4-8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 2, 2023, at Immaculate Conception Parish Center, Kieler and from 9-10:15 a.m. Friday at the church prior to the service. Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is assisting the family.

Jim was born on July 27, 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Lawrence and Eileen (Averkamp) Weber. He worked as a truck driver for 42 years.

Jim was a kind-hearted soul, a friend to many and always willing to help anyone. He loved his Harley Davidson motorcycles, NASCAR, especially Dale Earnhardt, Sr., and stock car racing. He enjoyed woodworking with his dad, fishing and camping. Jim believed in supporting and honoring veterans. Above all, he cherished time with his grandchildren and was an awesome uncle.

Jim is survived by his fiancée, Julie Husemann, Dubuque, IA; four children, Alan (June) Hohensee, Alley (AJ) Hohensee, Cassie (Dalton) Kirk and Jenna (Karsun) Grant, all of Dubuque, IA; three grandchildren, Addaylee, Landyn and Michael; two siblings, Keith (Diane) Weber, Hazel Green, WI and Sarah (Joe) Foley, Dubuque, IA; a niece, Morgan Foley, Missoula, MT; a nephew, Ben Foley, Dubuque, IA; and a brother-in-law, Bob (Jeanie) Splinter, Dubuque, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Mary Christine “Chris” Splinter. 

In lieu of flowers, a James. J. Weber Memorial Fund has been established. Memorials may be sent to the funeral home at 123 N. Jackson St., Cuba City, WI 53807. 

The family would like to thank the Key West Fire Department, and the staff of MercyOne Medical Center.

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