Obituaries Archive

Marvin Mohr

Marvin “Pete” Mohr, 84, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Thursday morning, January 19, 2023, at his home surrounded by family.

A celebration of life will be held at the Eagles Club in Maquoketa from 11 A.M. to 3 P.M., Sunday, January 22, 2023.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  A private burial will be held at a later date at the Spragueville Cemetery, Spragueville, Iowa.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Marvin P. “Pete” Mohr was born on April 19, 1938, to Leroy and Lena (Hill) Mohr.  He grew up in the DeWitt area and later served in the Marine Corp for 3 years. He married Janet Eckelberg on October 21, 1962. They traveled to Oregon, Arizona and then on to Missouri. They eventually settled in Maquoketa to raise their family and Marvin began the career of a truckdriver that would last for more than 35 years.

Marvin enjoyed playing with his grandchildren, playing cards, watching Nascar and Westerns and loving on his Corgis. He will be remembered by telling “good old stories.”

He is survived by his wife Janet Mohr; children, Vince (Shawn) Mohr, Monica (Trent) Willey, Doug (Linda) Mohr, Mary (Al) Benischek, and Bobby (Shara) Mohr; 13 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; a sister, Hazel Holtz; a brother, Fred Mohr; and sister-in-law Diana Mohr. He was preceded in death by his four brothers: Harold, Howard, Glenn, Gordon

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

Esther M. Stierman

Esther M. Stierman, 99, of Dubuque, died Saturday, January 14, 2023, at her home.

Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:45 am Monday, January 23, 2023 at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Ghost Catholic Church.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Esther will be 11:00 am Monday, January 23, 2023, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Esther was born March 27, 1923, in Prairie du Chien, WI, the daughter of John R.and Julia A. Stluka Check. On July 22, 1946, she married Laverne L. Stierman at St. John’s Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien. He died June 13, 2009.

She attended a one room school northeast of Prairie du Chien, WI. She excelled in 4-H homemaking activities as a child. She was an active member of the Holy Ghost Rosary Society, Tri-State Garden Club, and volunteered at Stonehill Care Center and the Dubuque Arboretum. She will be greatly missed for her baking skills.

Survivors include six sons, Don (Linda) Stierman of Toledo, OH, Tom (Sue) Stierman, John (Cathy) Stierman, Chuck (Pam) Stierman, all of Dubuque, Roger (Lori) Stierman of Dallas, TX, and Steve (Sandy) Stierman of Grand Prairie, TX; two daughters, Jeanette (Don) Manley of Omaha, NE, and Lois (Lee) Salmonson of Naperville, IL; 20 grandchildren; 41 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; two sisters, Rose Timmerman of Dubuque, IA, and Ruth (Larry) French of Bloomington, WI; four sisters-in-law, Jean Check of Prairie du Chien, WI, Marilyn (Jim) Maas of Dubuque, IA, Betty Stierman of Tuscon, AZ, and Evelyn Boland of Dubuque, IA; and one brother-in-law, Richard (Jeanne) Stierman of Dubuque, IA.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Allan Check, three sisters, Anita (Louie) Steger, Rita (Don) Zimmerman, and Doris (Jim) Seymour, and two brothers-in-law, Al Timmerman and Edward Stierman.

The family thanks the staff of Assissi Village and Hospice of Dubuque for their care and loving support.

Memorials have been established for Assissi Village, Holy Spirit Parish, and the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.

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 Esther’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Susan K. Kiefer

Susan K. (Dodd-Prochaska) Kiefer, age 85, of Dubuque, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023, at Mt. Carmel Bluffs following a long battle with Dementia.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 23, 2023, at St. Raphael’s Cathedral, with Rev. Msgr. Daniel J. Knepper officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish prayer service will be at 12:30 p.m. Sunday.

Sue was born on July 28, 1937, in Dubuque, the daughter of George C. and Helen (Wolf) Dodd. She was raised by her uncle and aunt, Vern & Violet “Vi” White.

On October 7, 1961, she was united in marriage to John “J.B.” Prochaska at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque.  He preceded her in death on April 20, 2008. She later married Richard J. “Dick” Kiefer on June 10, 2011, at St. Raphael Cathedral.

Sue was an Artist and Organizer. Her first job was at the Dubuque Coop Dairy that lasted for nine years, where she worked the fountain and sold farm supplies. For the next 15 years she was a waitress at The Circle Supper Club and later at Timmerman’s Supper Club, both in East Dubuque. While working at The Circle, Sue won a $500 World Series pool and used the money to start her own business called Sue’s This and That Shop. Soon she bought Elaine’s Crafts, a shop in the Nesler Centre in Dubuque. Sue was the owner-operator of Cablecar Uniques and president of the Cablecar Square Association. Sue had been selling her artwork for some time and soon was teaching art herself, a continuous career for her. Sue sold her oil paintings in a gallery in Kingston, N. Y. Locally she sold her paintings in her own shop and at Creative Touch, one of her best outlets. She also operated Galena Accents in Galena, IL.

Sue was an active member of the Antiques Study Club, the Art Association, and the Old House Enthusiasts Club. She was formerly a Dubuque Fest Chairperson for several years.

Surviving is her husband, Richard J. “Dick” Kiefer; a son, Dr. Vern Prochaska, M.D., of Fargo, N.D., a daughter Pennie (Gary) Drew of Jesup, IA; two grandchildren, Hannah Prochaska-(Larris) Slayton and Brooke Prochaska; two stepchildren, Kraig (Nikki) Kiefer and Kelley Duehr; 11 step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren; a brother, Jim (Sarah) Dodd of Lake Havasu, AZ;  and a special cousin Kristy Dalen.

She was preceded in death by her parents; aunt and uncle, Vern and Violet “Vi” White; her first husband, J. B. Prochaska; a son, David Wayne Prochaska; a grandson, Patrick Prochaska; two sisters, Barbara McLaughlin and Sandy Rivera; four very special cousins, Jean Frommelt, Betty Verhorevoort, Lynn Ann Stewart and Candy Runde.

Sue’s family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Tom Schreiber, Mt. Carmel Bluffs and St. Croix Hospice for their care and compassion shown to Sue and her family.

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

Helen T. Molo

Helen T. Molo, 92, of Dubuque passed away peacefully on Jan. 17, 2023, at Mercy Hospital surrounded by her loving family.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 a.m., Friday, January 20, 2023, with Rev. Tom McDermott officiating. To view the livestream please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com  A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Friday, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Committal services will take place in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is entrusted with arrangements.

Barrett Blair

Barrett “Barry” Blair, 75, of Asbury, Iowa passed away January 13, 2023 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

A Farewell Toast Visitation will be from 9:30a.m.-12:00p.m., Saturday, January 28, 2023 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, Dubuque. A memorial service will immediately follow at 12:00p.m. Military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Barry was born on October 23, 1947 to Donald and Margorie (Wilson) Blair in Cedar Falls, Iowa. After graduating from Dubuque Senior and spending some time at the University of Northern Iowa, he served in the U.S. Airforce from 1967-1971.

He was united in marriage to Deborah (Winne) Blair on May 28, 1971 in Dubuque.

Barry was proud to be a 3rd generation John Deere employee. He started his 30 year career in Dubuque and retired from the corporate office in 2001 after being part of the international team created to implement SAP manufacturing software.

Barry enjoyed camping, fishing, landscaping, and spending time outdoors with his children and grandchildren. He was always up for a good game of poker and wasn’t afraid to take your money (or lose his). He also enjoyed remodeling various homes and cabins. His final adventure was building a cabin with his wife at Sundown Lake. Barry also enjoyed traveling, especially taking his family to Maine in the early years, spending time in Canada and after retiring, multiple trips to Florida with Deb.

Barry volunteered his time at the Discovery Shop in Davenport, Iowa. He was also a proud member of 4 different HOA Boards where “everyone is entitled to my opinion.”

Barry is survived by his wife, Deborah; children, Anne (Dave) Parmley of Marion, IA, Kelli (Ed) Decker of Dubuque, Eric (Emily) Blair of Muscatine, IA, and Mitch (Lisa) Blair of Cedar Falls, IA; grandchildren, Jack and Lauren Parmley, Chyan, Elli, and Peyton Decker, Spencer, Alex, Owen, and Oliver Blair. He is also survived by brothers-in-law, Gary Jarrett, Thomas (Nancy) Winne and Skip (Shelley) Winne, and sisters-in-law Susan (Jay) Powers and Sherry Brown.

Barry was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, his sister Barb Jarrett, and brother-in-law Randy Brown.

Memorials may be given to the Barrett “Barry” Blair Memorial Fund or Hospice of Dubuque. To honor Barry, please feel free to wear your favorite flannel shirt to his celebration.

A special thank you to the SNICU nurses at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, especially Jill and Rob.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory is entrusted with arrangements.

Velma A. Hoppman

Velma A. (Spielbauer) Hoppman, 92, of Dubuque, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Visitation will be 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Friday, January 20, 2023 at Church of the Nativity, 1225 Alta Vista Street, Dubuque followed by a prayer service at 7:00 pm. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Church of the Nativity, with additional visitation 9:30 am until Mass. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.

Velma was born October 8, 1930 in North Buena Vista, Iowa, the daughter of John “Jack” and Marie (Schmidt) Spielbauer.  She attended Immaculate Conception Academy in her youth, and later on, married James “Jim” J. Hoppman in 1950. Together they moved to St. Catherine’s in 1953, then to Mason City in 1977, and returned to Dubuque in 1992. Velma enjoyed the beauty of travel with her family, particularly adventures on the family bus. She was known for her famous pumpkin bread, with loaves at the ready for hungry grandchildren and greats when they visited. Above all, Velma cherished time spent with her beloved family and enjoyed watching them grow. She was a longtime member of the Church of Nativity and was devoted to her faith. A bright light and gentle soul, Velma will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Phillip (Geno) Hoppman of Dallas, TX, James (Dianne) Hoppman, Jr. of Dubuque, Carol (James) Watters  of Naples, FL, Donna (Don) Mottet of Bellevue, Dennis (Vicki) Hoppman of Sheffield, IA, Michael (Debbie) Hoppman of Springfield, MO, Jeffrey Hoppman of Riverside, IA, Christine (Ron McDaniel) Thompson-Bolton of Boone, IA, and Paul (Brandi Kauffman) Hoppman of Bellevue; 28 grandchildren; 6 step-grandchildren; 42 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild.

Velma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James J. Hoppman, Sr.; a son, Daniel Hoppman, 2 daughter in-laws, Linda and Barbara Hoppman, a son in-law, Gary Thompson; and many beloved members of the Hoppman and Spielbauer Families.

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

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

Kent D. Klingman

Kent D. Klingman, age 64, of Galena, IL, formerly of Cedar Rapids, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 13, 2023, at home while surrounded by his loving friends. To honor Kent’s life, a private family service is being held. Burial will be in the Cedar Memorial Cemetery in Cedar Rapids, IA. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Kent’s family.

Kent was born on March 8, 1958, in Prairie Du Chien, WI, a son to Louis D. and Donna Mae (Thein) Klingman.  Kent earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Northern Iowa. His career path led him to Toyota Motors where he worked as a credit dispute analyst until eventually retiring in 2019. His most important role was husband to the love of his life, John Reinheimer. They spent 27 amazing years together until John was sadly called home in 2021. John and Kent enjoyed their years in Cedar Rapids, but they both agreed to retire to Galena and enjoy the quieter life. Kent had an unwavering commitment to family and friends and always strived to be the best man that he could be. His attention to detail, ability to recollect and communicate past events, and admiration for all that was good in this world were continually on display. We will miss Kent, and his kind, compassionate demeanor, and are forever grateful for the time the Lord shared him with us. Thank you, Kent, for your unwavering love, for leading by example, and for showing us how to be brave and have faith always. We will miss you more than you could imagine but find solace in that you are reunited with your beloved.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Kent include numerous friends, neighbors, and family.

Kent was preceded in death by his parents, and his husband, John Reinheimer.

Kent’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque and his in-home caregivers for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Joyce A. McClain

Joyce A. McClain, age 86, of Dubuque, passed away at 10:25 p.m., on Monday, January 16, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Joyce’s life, family and friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., on Friday, January 20, 2023, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church, 1684 Iowa Street, with Pastor Stephanie Ells officiating.  Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Galena, Illinois.

Joyce was born on December 27, 1936, in Galena, Illinois, daughter of William and Edna (Bainbridge) Dayton.

She married Robert T. McClain on February 12, 1955, in Galena.  Joyce was employed at A&P Tea Company and H&R Block for 15 years each.  She was a member of First Presbyterian Church where she served as a Deacon.  Joyce enjoyed camping, crafts, and trying new recipes.
Those left to cherish Joyce’s memory include

her son,
David (Christine) McClain, Peosta, IA;

a grandson,
Ryan R. McClain, Peosta, IA;

a step-granddaughter,
Taylor Rupp, Cuba City, WI;

and many nieces and nephews.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; 2 brothers, William (Lois) Dayton and Robert (Marian) Dayton; and 2 sisters, Ruth (Tony) Bein and Muriel (Dale) Bahr.

Joyce’s family would like to thank Dr. Kirkendall, the Staff at Eagle Pointe Place and Hospice of Dubuque for their kindness and all the compassionate care they provided for Joyce.

The family will thankfully receive your support through greeting cards and memorials in Joyce’s memory which may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Joyce McClain Family.

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

Thomas F. Breuch

Thomas Frederick Breuch, 81, of Oak Park Heights, MN, and formerly of Maquoketa, IA, died January 5, 2023, at the University of Minnesota Hospital (Minneapolis) during emergency heart surgery.

Tom was born to Frederick and Bernice Breuch (Hoverson) in Madison, WI, on July 3, 1941. He graduated from Madison West High School in 1959 and majored in Zoology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating in 1963.

After being drafted, Tom immediately enlisted in order to join the Army Medical Corps, and he received a direct commission as a Second Lieutenant in 1965.  As an officer he was stationed at Fort Sam Houston, TX, and at the 58th Missile Defense Unit based at Fort Snelling in Minneapolis until receiving orders for Vietnam in 1966. There he served as a Medical Platoon Leader and Executive Officer of field hospitals at Long Binh and An Khe, Vietnam, from October, 1966 to October, 1967.  Upon return to the United States, he was assigned to Fort Leonard Wood, and was honorably discharged with the rank of Captain in March of 1968.

Tom met Carol Shumate in Minneapolis in 1966. They were married August 17, 1968, in Davenport, IA.

After graduating from the University of Iowa School of Law in 1971, Tom joined the law practice of Schoenthaler, Schoenthaler & Roberg in Maquoketa, IA.  He opened his own office in 1976 and was a sole practitioner in Maquoketa until retirement in 2013.  In addition to counseling his own clients, he served as the Jackson County Juvenile Court Judge for several years and was the City Attorney for several small towns around Maquoketa.

He served on Boards of Trustees for the Maquoketa Utility Board, Maquoketa YMCA and Maquoketa Art Experience, providing legal counsel at their inceptions.  He was also a member of the Board of the Maquoketa Area Foundation, and for more than 40 years served on the Maquoketa Library Board of Trustees.  Tom was a long-time member of the United Church of Christ in Maquoketa.

Devoted to his family, he especially delighted in his four grandchildren; he and Carol recently relocated from Iowa to Minnesota in order to be closer to their family.  Tom loved talking to people about little things, big ideas and current events, and learning their stories. Tom had a wonderful sense of humor and a big laugh, an abundance of common sense, and was a friend to all.  As much as he loved the people and places where he lived, he was always “From Wisconsin,” from the lakes in Madison to the beaches in Door County. And, was a fan of the Wisconsin Badgers and Green Bay Packers through thick and thin.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by wife Carol Shumate Breuch of Oak Park Heights, MN; sons Peter (Lee-Ann) of Arden Hills, MN, and Tyler (Toby) of Plymouth, MN, and grandchildren Emily and Coen, Violet and Lucy; sister and brother-in-law Barbara and Richard Weaver of Madison, WI, brother- and sister-in-law Craig and Nancy Shumate of Seattle, WA; nieces and nephews Karen Bex (Robert), David Weaver (Tami), Mark Weaver (Lisa), Rachel Koller (Izaak),and Jaclyn Held (Peter); five great-nieces and two great-nephews.

Celebration of Life Services will take place on January 28, 2023, at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church (1660 County B Road W, Roseville, MN; visitation at 10 a.m., service at 11 a.m., with a lunch to follow). An additional service will be scheduled later this spring in Maquoketa, IA. The ashes will be interred at Forest Hill Cemetery in Madison, WI.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider a donation in Tom’s name to the charity of your choice, or to:  Maquoketa Library Foundation, https://www.maquoketa.lib.ia.us/, Maquoketa Art Experience, https://maquoketa-art.org/, Maquoketa Area Family YMCA Annual Campaign, https://www.ymcaimv.org/maquoketa/, Jackson County Veterans’ Memorial Park, Steve Lucke, 11823 Hwy 62, Maquoketa, IA 52060, or the Maquoketa United Church of Christ, www.maqucc.org/

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family locally.  Online Condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

William J. Heiderscheit

William J. Heiderscheit, 85 of Dyersville and formerly of Luxemburg, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 3-7 pm on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.  Visitation will continue at the funeral home from 9 – 10 am prior to funeral mass.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in Holy Trinity Cemetery in Luxemburg where military honors will be accorded.  Rev. Gabriel Mensah will officiate.

Bill was born on November 12, 1937, in Luxemburg, Iowa, the son of William and Martha (Schneider) Heiderscheit Sr.  He served in the US Army from 1959 – 1961 as a welder and auto mechanic spending 1 ½ years in Fairbanks, Alaska.  After his release from the Army, Bill returned home to farm with his brother, Robert, for 35 years in the Luxemburg area.

On June 26, 1987, Bill married Claudia Sue Phipps at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Luxemburg.  Together they loved taking road trips and getting lost throughout their travels.  For many years Bill was a volunteer for the Holy Trinity Confirmation Program, Oak Crest Manor and Mercy Hospital in Dyersville, receiving recognition for over 1000 hours worked.  He was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters Court 881, St. Francis Xavier Parish, and former member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Luxemburg.

Survivors include 15 nieces and nephews: Karen Nieman, Lois Heiderscheit, Diane Brown, Donna Fenton, Mike, Pat, Ken, Mark, David and Marvin Heiderscheit, Mark, Jason and Chad Boker, Josh Phipps, Katie Melcher; in-laws: Ann Heiderscheit of Dyersville and Margaret Heiderscheit of Dubuque, Ellen L. Boker of Otho, IA, Craig A. (Debra) Phipps of Waukon, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Claudia in 2012, parents-in-law, Warren and Lois (Siders) Phipps, brothers: Ken Heiderscheit and Robert Heiderscheit, nephews and niece: Dan Heiderscheit, Ron Heiderscheit and Brenda Heiderscheit.

The family would like to thank the staff of Hawkeye Care Center for their companionship and quality care shown toward Billy these last few years, and to Hospice of Dubuque.

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 12^th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA 52040.

Robert J. Hauber

Robert John Hauber, 75, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at the Bethany Home in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm Friday, January 20, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Robert will be 1:00 pm Friday, January 20, 2023, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Elder Philip “Lev” Leverentz officiating.  Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  Full military honors will be rendered by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Robert was born September 27, 1947, in Dubuque, the son of Cletus William and Dorothy Theresa Robinson Hauber.

Bob was a U.S. Marine, serving in Vietnam.  He took pride in repairing amtracs for the soldiers in the field.  He was proud to serve his county. Bob retired from John Deere Dubuque Works in supply management. He began his career in the experimental department on machinery and later in supply management as a buyer, and then moving to special assignments for John Deere. Bob was an avid golfer and loved to fish.  He could tell you where to find fish anywhere on the Mississippi River. He loved animals, especially a cat named Boots.  She was a big part of his life.

Bob’s greatest friend was and is Jesus.  He asked Him to be his Savior and his soul is with Jesus today. Someday when his body is resurrected and made new, reunited with his soul, he will spend eternity with God the Father, God the Son, God the Holy Spirit and all those who have placed their faith in Jesus to be their Savior.  What a testament to his faith.  His life was based on truth, faith and family. Bob was salt and light to a dark world.  He could talk for hours and most importantly about Jesus. He demonstrated an unconditional love. When Bob was your friend, he was your friend forever. He would do anything and everything for you.

Survivors include sisters, Julie Smith of Dubuque, IA, and Liz (Jeffrey) Running of Aitkin, MN; sister-in-law, Donna Hauber of Dubuque, IA; many nieces and nephews; special friend, Karen Buerger of Dubuque, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Kathryn (Jerry) Kramer; brother, Richard Hauber; and nephew, William Smith.

The family would like to thank Bethany Home and Hospice of Dubuque for their wonderful care of Bob.

Condolences sent to the family by visiting Robert’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Lori A. Helmle

Lori Ann Helmle, 54 of Bellevue, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by family while listening to Elvis on Monday, January 16th at 1:55pm.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 21st, 2023, at St. Joseph Church in Bellevue with Fr. Robert Gross officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation for Lori will begin at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the church until time of mass. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Lori was born on January 17, 1968, in Dubuque Iowa the daughter of Donald J. Helmle and Mary E. (Haxmeier) Helmle. She attended Bellevue public high school and graduated from Maquoketa High School, class of 1989. She worked for DAC INC. in Maquoketa Iowa for 20 plus years and member of the Special Olympics.

Lori loved Elvis, dancing and singing. She enjoyed participating in the special Olympics, she always loved a good competition. Facetiming her family and friends was always her favorite part of her day. She loved swimming at family get togethers, anything Iowa Hawkeyes and every NFL team, at one point or another. She loved being a sister, aunt, and cousin. She enjoyed writing and organizing her room. She liked to go bowling and out to the bars while drinking one of her famous kiddie cocktails.

She is survived by her brothers: Dennis Helmle (Vicki) of Bernard Iowa, Gary Helmle of Bellevue Iowa, Roger Helmle (Kathy) of Ward Arkansas, Steve Helmle (Cindy) of Bellevue Iowa, Randy Helmle (LuAnn) of Dubuque, Joe Helmle (David Pereira) of Davenport Iowa, and Donald Helmle Jr (Cherri) of La Motte. Her sister Donna Olson (Todd) of Glendale Arizona and brother-in-law Terry Gaherty of Dubuque.

She had a special bond with all her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Lori was preceded in death by her father, Donald J. Helmle; her mother, Mary E. (Haxmeier) Helmle; her sister, Sharon Gaherty; maternal grandparents, Louis & Catherine Haxmeier; paternal grandparents, Joseph & Mary Helmle along with many aunts and uncles.

In lieu of flowers a Lori Ann Helmle memorial fund will be established.

The family would like to thank all of the health care professionals, caregivers and nurses that cared for Lori for several years especially the comfort care nurses and doctors from Genesis East in Davenport Iowa. We would also like to make a special thank you to Patti Perkins, for everything that she has done with Lori over the years in DeWitt.

Jason Kevern

Jason “Shorty” Kevern, 49 of Galena, IL passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 16, 2023. Friends may call from 4 to 7 PM, Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. A private family burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Galena.

He was born December 23, 1973, in Dubuque, IA the son of Ronald “Shorty” and Carol (White) Kevern. He graduated from Galena High with the class of 1992. Shorty worked for the Galena Territory Association for thirty-two years. He was a huge University of Michigan sports fan and enjoyed watching and following sports with his boys, playing golf, and target shooting. Shorty will always be remembered as the life of the party.

He is survived by his three boys, Riley, Braden, and Caleb, his stepmom, Kym Kevern, and three sisters, Kelly (Artie) Arachikavitz, Jodi (Tim) Knautz, and Amanda Kevern (Jimmy Berg) all of Galena.

Shorty was preceded in death by his parents, and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

The family requests no flowers. A memorial fund has been established at Illinois Bank and Trust for his three sons.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Donald L. Stadel

Donald L. Stadel, age 70, of Elizabeth, IL, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023, as the result of accidental drowning in the Mississippi River near Ferry Landing, rural Galena, IL.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the Scales Mound United Methodist Church, with Rev. Libby Rutherford officiating.

Visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday at the Miller-Steinke Funeral Home in Scales Mound and from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. on Saturday at the church.

Don was born on September 9, 1952, at Shullsburg, WI, the son of Raymond L. and Mary Ann (Werner) Stadel. He was a graduate of Scales Mound High School, the class of 1970.

Don was united in marriage to Sheri M. Smith on October 11, 2014 his companion of 21 years.

Don owned and operated Territory Construction Company until his retirement.

He loved fishing, ice fishing, spending time at his cabin on the Mississippi River and his dogs.

Surviving is his wife, Sheri; two sons, Brandon (Amber) Stadel of Asbury, IA and Barret (Candace) Stadel of San Diego, CA, his four step-children, Luke (Misty) Gille of Springtown, TX, Josh (Ryann) Gille of Burleson, TX, April Snyder of Lovettsville, VA and Sterling (Victoria) Willbanks of Elizabeth, IL; 15 grandchildren; his siblings, Sharon Webster of Scales Mound, IL, Gary (Carla) Stadel, Debbie Walters and Donna (Keith) Gerlich all of Elizabeth; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Mary Ann; and brothers-in-law, Ron Webster and Randy Walters.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Don’s name to the Safe Haven Animal Shelter in Elizabeth, IL.

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Dr. Joseph Terry

Dr. Joseph Terry passed away quickly and peacefully on January 3, 2023, at his home with his wife Pat and his son Jim beside him. Joe was born on May 22, 1927, in Davenport Iowa to Colonel Clyde and Marie (Hunter) Terry. He and his three brothers were raised by their mother and grandmother Mary Sanders Hunter. He graduated from Davenport High school, served one year in the Navy at the end of World War II, and went on to Saint Ambrose College and Iowa State College to attain his DVM degree in 1952.

Joe married Pat Terry on August 13th, 1949, at St John’s Methodist Church in Davenport. Pat taught in the Ames area for 3 years while Joe finished his degree. They moved to the Evanston/Wilmette, Illinois area to practice veterinary medicine for 40 years. Joe’s love for animals was reflected in his thoughtful care of pets, including exotics, at his practice (Terry Animal Hospital in Wilmette), his volunteer work at Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, and his wide range of family pets.

Joe and Pat’s lifelong appreciation of music was integral in their first meeting and falling in love while members of the 7th-grade string quartet. Their participation in the Tri-City Orchestra, ISC Orchestra, Evanston Symphony, NISOM Community Orchestra, and the Grace Church Choir lifted the hearts of the communities in which they performed.

Joe’s wishes for all living things’ well-being informed his interactions with everyone he met. From driving local people – especially mothers with babies and small children – to medical and dental appointments to his service in Lions Club, Rotary International (Paul Harris Fellow), and many charitable contributions.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia, his daughter, Robin (Patrick) Malone, of Evanston, sons James (Jennifer) Terry, of Hanover, IL, and Mark (Francis) Terry of Kennebunkport, ME, 11 grandchildren, Ruadhri (Danielle Deschaine), Liam, Máire, Fiona (Tim Cronin), Brídín Malone, Síle, Caitríona, Ryan, Alasdair, Max (Hilary Godin) Terry, Madelyn Terry and three great-grandchildren, River, Millena and Whitney Terry. He was preceded in death by his parents, two older brothers, Jack and Jim, and younger brother Jay.

There will be a memorial service for Joe at Grace Episcopal Church, 107 South Prospect Street, Galena, Illinois at 10 AM, Thursday, January 26, 2023.

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