Obituaries Archive

Carole A. Pregler

Carole A. (Frey) Pregler, 79, left this world on a beautiful spring day, surrounded by the things she loved most; her children, grandchildren, and birds singing and playing in the bird bath.

Carole was born June 30, 1942, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Joseph A. and Cecilia Begley Frey. Carole married Jerry Pregler and together raised eight children.

Mark (Kris) Pregler, Joe (Wendy) Pregler, Mary (Mike) Belmont, Judy (Bill) Mauer, Linda (Rick) Zillig, Brian (Shina) Pregler, Bruce Pregler, and Peggy (Brian) Leibfried, Grandchildren Justin, C.C., Cameron, Owen, Olivia, Ben, Becca, Brandon, Jonas, Sharlotte, Zach, and Hillary, great grandson Jaxon, sisters Rita (Herb) Bisping, and Connie (Jerry) Bastian will continue to celebrate the moments and memories we have with Mom.

We are confident that right now Mom is playing cards with Dad, her parents, brothers David and Dan Frey, and sister Kathy Badger.

A special thank you to Kristen and Hospice of Dubuque for giving Mom the care and attention that she deserved.

We would love to have you stop by 222 Dillon St. on Sunday, June 5th from 1-5 pm to share your personal stories or memories of Mom with all of us.

Johnathon J. Binninger

Johnathon Joshua Binninger, 46, a very special son, brother, and friend passed away suddenly on May 30, 2022. Honoring Johnathon’s wishes, there will be no services. A Celebration of Life will be announced later. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena, IL is in charge of arrangements.

He was born to John and the late Denise (Fowler) Binninger on June 1, 1975, in Galena. John and Denise raised their family in rural Scales Mound, where Johnathon graduated from high school. He was self-employed in primarily construction and painting. Johnathon loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. Although Johnathon was never married or had children, he had many good friends with whom he surrounded himself. His family and friends remember him as someone with a tender heart, a great sense of humor, and someone who would do anything to help a friend in need.

Johnathon is survived by his father, John Binninger, and stepmother Diann Binninger, two sisters, Cheryl (Darryl) Frey, and Tracy (Aaron) Morrison, and four stepsiblings, Billie Jo Peterson, Corey (Elizabeth) Sand, Crystal (Heather) Sand, Angela Healey, two maternal grandmothers, Florence Krohn and Sharon Fowler, many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and an uncle.

He was preceded in death by his beloved mother, Denise, who passed away in 2003, and maternal grandfather, Dennis Fowler.

Please share condolences or make a memorial gift to assist with burial expenses.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com or memorial gifts to assist with burial expenses can be sent to Furlong Funeral Chapel, 100 Carol don Court, Galena, IL 61036.

Lee Ann Rupp

Lee Ann (Rogan) Rupp, age 57, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away at home on Sunday May 29, 2022, surrounded by her loving family and pets.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, June 5th, 2022 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be held at 3:45 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 6th, 2022 at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost Church with Msgr. James Miller officiating. Private family burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Lee Ann was born on February 15, 1965 in Dubuque, daughter of Robert and Roberta (Dare) Rogan. She attended Holy Ghost School and Wahlert Catholic High School, graduating in 1983. She married Dave Rupp on September 26, 1987.

Lee started work at Fenelon’s Restaurant, and later worked at Dun and Bradstreet along with her mother. Finally, she went to work for Prudential Financial Service for over 20 years.

Lee Ann was a loving, doting, proud, and dedicated mother to her sons. Family was the center of her life. Her family included dozens of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles. Lee Ann provided loving homes for many animals in her life, and her pets were also a part of the family.

She is survived by her sons Noah Rupp of Dubuque, Elijah (Marissa Perez) Rupp of Dubuque, and Jocquis Yates of Memphis, TN, sister Colleen (Jack) Boxleiter, brother John (Karen) Rogan, as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Lee Ann was preceded in death by her parents, nephew Chuck Boxleiter, and parents-in-law Rose and Paul Rupp.

The family would like to thank Dr. Kirsten Weber, MercyOne Cancer Center, and Hospice of Dubuque.

“Suaimhneas Siorai Uirthi” (Eternal Rest be Upon Her.)

Linda J. Bentley

Linda J. Bentley, 67, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, May 31, 2022, at Luther Manor in Dubuque, Iowa.

A gathering of family and friends celebrating Linda’s life will be held from 10 A.M. until Noon on Saturday, June 11, 2022, in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Cremation rites will be accorded.

Linda Jennie Walling was born on January 11, 1955 in Clinton, Iowa, to Robert and Betty (Geiger) Walling.  She grew up in Clinton and attended Clinton High School and earned her CNA from Clinton Community College.  Linda married Terry Gene Bentley in 1991 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  He preceded her in death on July 28, 2001.

Linda worked as a CNA and Home Health Aide for Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa and for Visiting Nurse Association until retirement.

Linda enjoyed crocheting, flower gardening, reading, and feeding and listening to the birds.  She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Robert (Angie) Fredericksen of Bondurant, IA, Gracie (Brian) Young of Davenport, FL, Kathee (Marco) Foxan of Maquoketa, IA, Mark Weis of Durango, IA, and Missy Bentley of Clinton, IA; a brother, Bud Rose of Preston, IA; 11 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.   She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Terry, a brother Mike Rose, and sisters Pat Dobson, Lana Mason and Connie Whitaker.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Linda J. Bentley memorial fund has been established.

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

Joan Barry

Joan Barry, 83, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on May 29, 2022, at her home surrounded by family.

She was born in Cassville, Wisconsin and was the youngest daughter of Fred and Mary (Oswald) Maiden who relocated their large family to Dubuque while Joan was still a toddler.

Joan was blessed to have met the love of her life at a young age, Bernard D. Barry Sr., and they soon married at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque on February 11, 1956. Their shared dream of having a large family quickly followed as they were blessed with seven children. Their very active life with family and friends included family camping trips, summers on the river, exploring near and far on their motorcycle, and as their boys started their own families, they traveled throughout the United States and Europe to visit them. Their retirement years allowed them the opportunity to fulfill another dream of visiting 48 states, Canada and Mexico while they traveled for over 20 years in their RV.

Prior to her retirement, Joan was employed as a food services manager for multiple locations within the Dubuque Community School system from 1975 until 1998. Recently, Joan learned that her GGG-Grandfather fought in the American Revolution and was recently accepted into the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR). Most significantly this year, Bernie and Joan celebrated 67 years of marriage and devotion to each other.

Joan is preceded in death by her only daughter Brenda and her eldest son Bernard Jr.. Her memory will be cherished by her husband and best friend Bernie, her 5 sons and their wives, 11 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. The family will hold a private service with internment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the staff at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, MercyOne Hospital, Medical Associates, and Hospice of Dubuque for the compassionate care she received. A special thank you to Dr. Andrea Ries for many decades of exceptional medical care and friendship that she treasured greatly.

Private family burial was in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa assisted the family.

Richard P. Henneberry

Richard Paul Henneberry, 85, of Cascade, Iowa, formerly of Bernard, Iowa, passed away Saturday May 28, 2022, surrounded by his family who loved him dearly.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2022, at St. Patrick’s Garryowen with Rev Mark Osterhaus officiating. Burial will follow at St. Patrick’s Garryowen Cemetery. Friends of Richard may call from 3:00-7:00 p.m. Friday June 3, 2022, at the Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road Dubuque, Iowa, where a family wake service will be held at 2:45 p.m. and a rosary by the Knights of Columbus St. Thomas Aquinas Council 11497 at 6:45p.m.

Richard was born on September 1, 1936, in Garryowen, Iowa, the son of Michael Vincent and Catherine (Flanigan) Henneberry. He graduated from St. Patrick’s Garryowen. He started at Loras College but was needed on the family farm.

On September 14, 1957, Richard was united in marriage to Arlene McCarthy at St. Patrick’s Garryowen Church. Richard farmed near Garryowen on the Seven Generation Farm that was established in 1845. He was always there for family, friends, and friends of friends to help fix anything needed. He was the neighborhood and family handy man and never hesitated to help anyone. He was a board member of Cascade Mutual Insurance, Bernard Telephone Company, Tri County Historical Society, Aquin School Board, St. Patrick’s Parish Council and Rosary Society, Cascade Area Right to Life, Lector and Eucharistic Minister, Knights of Columbus and National Farmers Organization.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Arlene; their nine children, Beverly (Jake) Reiter of Cascade, Iowa, Thomas (Linda) of Robins, Iowa, Frederick (Kathy Maiden) of Dubuque, Iowa, Ronald of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, David of Burleson, Texas, Margery (Todd) Behrends of Anamosa, Iowa, Julia (Greg) Runde of East Dubuque, Illinois, Mark of Dubuque, Iowa, Ryan (Tammy) of Bernard, Iowa; their 21 grandchildren Justin and Stan Reiter, Hannah Kelzer, Conor and Michaela Henneberry, Daniel and Lee Henneberry, Abbie Henneberry, Jayla, Blake and Vincent Henneberry, Tony and Kiel Merfeld, Jenny Behrends, Dani Mashek, Franchesca Doty, Harrison and Ella Runde, Kyle Merkes, Chloe and Raylan Henneberry; 18 great grandchildren; siblings Sr. Kathleen Henneberry, CHM, of Davenport, Iowa, Joyce (Ray) Stratton of Peoria, Illinois; sisters-in-law Mary Jo and Rosie Henneberry; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent and Catherine (Flanigan) Henneberry; brothers John and Melvin; sisters Maxine O’Connell, Doris Feeney, Luella Henneberry and Joan Cahill; and granddaughter Amelia Runde.

The family would like to thank the staff of Monticello Nursing Home for their care.

In lieu of flowers a Richard Henneberry memorial fund has been established.

Wanda L. Schaller

Wanda Lee Schaller, 92, of Dubuque passed away Sunday May 29, 2022, at Stonehill Care Center.

Funeral services will be at 12:00 p.m. Wednesday June 1, 2022, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road with Deacon David Roth officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery.  Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Wanda was born on January 7, 1930, in Littleport, Iowa the daughter of Adrian and Lina (Liddy) Shaw.

She married Clarence D. Schaller on September 12, 1956, in Dubuque, Iowa, and together they had 5 children Curtis, Nancy, Lee Ann, Kathy, and Terry. She also played an integral role in reuniting Clarences children from a previous marriage, and welcomed Donald, Ellen, JoAnn, Mary, and Laura into her family.

Wanda was always busy being a wife and full-time mother, her world was all about children. Taking care of her family and her home was a full-time job for her. She did occasionally go out and loved dancing or just plain socializing with people. She also enjoyed trips to the casino with her friends, and whenever she won, they would tell her she had the “luck of the Irish”.

She is survived by her children Curtis (Renea) Schaller of Ely, Iowa, Nancy Schaller of Crystal River, FL, Lee Ann Frost of Dubuque, Kathy (Tom) Kelleher of Dubuque, Laura Schaller of Dubuque, JoAnn Schaller of Chicago, and Ellen Welp of Dubuque; she was grandmother of 19, great grandmother of 20, and great great grandmother of 4.

She was preceded in death by her parents Adrian & Lina, her husband Clarence, and children Terry Shaw, Mary Avery, Donald Schaller, Son-in-law’s Tom “Frosty” Frost and Dick Welp, a brother Reece Shaw, and a two sister Sharon and Virginia

The family would like to thank the staff of Stonehill Care Center for all the care they gave to Wanda.

Sr. Veronica Schafers

Sister Veronica (Herman) Schafers, OSF, died at 11:35 p.m. Monday, May 30, 2022, at Clare House, Mount St. Francis.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, June 2, 2022. Masks will be required. Guests unable to attend may participate via livestream at: www.youtube.com/dubuquefranciscans . Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Sr. Veronica was born October 4, 1921 in Denver, CO, the daughter of  Joseph and Lucy (Spelman) Schafers. She entered the Sisters of St. Francis August 25, 1945 and made final profession of vows August 12, 1951.  Sister received her bachelor’s degree in music education from Briar Cliff College, Sioux City, IA. She ministered in Iowa at St. Mary, Dubuque, Sacred Heart, Sioux City, Garner, Ashton, Riverside, Rickardsville, Luxemburg, Earlville, Bancroft, Cherokee, and Stacyville.

Sister is survived by her Franciscan sisters.

Sister was preceded in death by her parents; her sisters, Sister Theresa Schafers, OSF and Sister Teresita Schafers, OSF; and her brother Reverend Herman Schafers.

The Sisters of St. Francis express their thanks to Hospice of Dubuque for their care and concern.

Memorials may be given to the Sisters of St. Francis, Dubuque, IA.

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

Sr. Mary Lou Anglin, BVM

Sister Mary Lou Anglin, BVM, 61, of Mount Carmel Bluffs, 1160 Carmel Dr, Dubuque, Iowa, died Sunday, May 29, 2021.

Funeral services will be Friday, June 3, 2022, in the Mary Frances Clarke Chapel at Mount Carmel Bluffs. (Mask are required.) Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. followed by the Sharing of Memories at 9:30 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial begins at 10:30 a.m. Burial of cremated remains will be in the Mount Carmel Cemetery. All services may be viewed through live videostream beginning at 9:15 a.m. at https://portal.stretchinternet.com/bvmsisters/.

Sister Lou served the BVM congregation as formation director and vice-president. She ministered as an elementary teacher, secondary religion teacher and campus minister in St. Louis and as an elementary teacher in Holy Trinity, Ala.

She was born Dec. 4, 1960, in Dubuque, Iowa, to John “Jack” and Laverne (Mahoney) Anglin. She entered the BVM congregation July 16, 1985, from St. Patrick Parish, Epworth, Iowa. She professed first vows on July 16, 1988, and final vows on July 16, 1994.

She was preceded in death by her father and a brother Patrick Anglin.  She is survived by her mother; a brother Robert “Bob” Anglin, Madison, Wis.; a sister Diane Forner, Gilbert, Ariz.; nieces; nephews; and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 36 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM Support Fund, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at https://www.bvmsisters.org/support_donate.cfm.

Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd, Dubuque, IA is in charge of arrangements.

Dolores C. Arnold

Dolores C. Arnold, 89, of East Dubuque, Illinois went to her eternal rest on May 29, 2022, with family by her side at Luther Manor in Dubuque.

Visitation for family and friends will be from 4 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 2, 2022, at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish rosary will be recited at 3:30 p.m. Thursday. There will also be a visitation at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. on Friday, where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., with Fr. Dennis Vargas officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Dolores was born in East Dubuque, Illinois on May 20, 1933, to Charles (Charlie) and Sylvia (Yonda) Vandermillen. She grew up at Frentress Lake just outside of East Dubuque and became a river rat at an early age. She never lost her love of the water. She loved teaching her grandchildren to swim.

Dolores married Kenneth (Bud) Arnold on September 22, 1951. Together they raised six children while operating Camp America on Highway 20 one mile east of East Dubuque for 28 years. The business included a restaurant, gas station, truck stop, repair shop, and 12-unit motel. In addition, they raised cattle and kept horses on 120 acres. Dolores was an energetic multi-tasker who seemed to be everywhere at once juggling all the work. Patrons at the restaurant savored Dolores’ homemade pies – six pies by 6:00am six days a week.

As if all that wasn’t enough, she also served for a time as Justice of the Peace for East Dubuque. Officers sometimes brought offenders to the restaurant for processing and fine collection. She enjoyed playing cards, especially poker. There were plenty of nickel and dime games played in the old restaurant.

Dolores loved her family more than anything on earth. Her six children, nine grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren were her greatest joy and priority in life. Her many nieces and nephews were also recipients of her special caring. No child was ever turned away. All were sheltered, fed, clothed and cared for like they were her own.

Dolores had a tremendous reverence and respect for life. As a result, she served as a volunteer for Birthright of Dubuque for 30 years. She helped numerous women with unexpected or crisis pregnancies. The many volunteers that she served with are among her most cherished friends.

To all of her many special Scrabble partners, Dolores the “word freak” has plans to have a board set up and ready to play when any of you arrive where she is now!

Dolores had an adventurous spirit. She loved a challenge and she loved to travel. In her younger days she once was spotted on the Mississippi River waterskiing with a tow rope in one hand and a beer bottle in the other. At her father’s home she became a pretty sharp opponent on the pool table. She was also known to occasionally make a batch of homemade wine. For many years she bowled with her girlfriends in a Tuesday night league. In her later years she didn’t slow down much. She went on a hot air balloon ride, went parasailing In Cancun, and learned to surf and snorkel in Hawaii. She probably still has her hula skirt.

In her spare time Dolores enjoyed reading, accumulating a list of more than 800 titles, most of which were biographies and nonfiction. She was an accomplished seamstress, making clothes for family and friends, and beautiful Christmas tree skirts for each of her children and grandchildren. She was an avid birdwatcher and so enjoyed feeding the wide variety of birds that visited her yard. Many hours were spent teaching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren the “who’s who” of the bird world.

A highly anticipated annual event at her home for over 50 years was the gathering of the entire family and extended family, with friends in tow, for the meticulous painting and decorating of many dozens of Christmas cookies she baked herself.

Dolores was extremely passionate about her faith in God. She rarely missed church services, even on vacation. She saw the beauty of God in all of nature and every person she met. She faithfully and happily served in many church activities including reading scripture, Power of Prayer, and Christian Experience weekends. Her gentle and encouraging spirit will be greatly missed.

Dolores is survived by her children Dan (Lesley) Arnold, Valerie (Tom) Zalaznik, Vanessa Hoffmann, and Carla Kipper; grandchildren Shannon (Steven) Moller, Troy (Jenny) Zalaznik, Lindsay (Patrick) Breitbach, Caleb and Mason (Carrie) Hoffmann, Kendal (Tony) Bartlett, Nastasha (Johnathan) Krantz, and Ben (fiancé Katelyn McIntyre) and Logan Kipper; great grandchildren Alexis and Ian Moller, Finley and Dexter Zalaznik, Ethan and Riley Breitbach, Aiden and Charles Hoffmann, Madison Bartlett, Caedence, Atom, Zaydenn and Xion Krantz, and Reagan Kipper, a sister Dorothy (Donald) Bohnsack, and former daughter-in-law Pam Kuntz.

Dolores was preceded in death by her husband Kenneth and their children Kelly and Vivian Arnold, her parents Charles and Sylvia Vandermillen, sister Diane Buhr, brothers Dale and Daniel Vandermillen, sister-in-law Mary Vandermillen and brother-in-law Vic Buhr.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Birthright of Dubuque.

The family would like to offer heartfelt gratitude to all of the doctors, nurses and caregivers who helped make Dolores’ final years more comfortable. We sincerely thank the wonderful staff of Luther Manor for your kind care, and Hospice of Dubuque for your compassionate service once again. You are all angels.

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

David L. Feipel

David L. “Dave” Feipel, age 68, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on May 29, 2022, at home surrounded by his loving family. To honor Dave’s life, a private family Celebration of Life is being held. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Dave’s family.

Dave was born on April 19, 1954, in Dubuque, IA, a son to Donald and Lela (Close-Tigges) Feipel. Dave began developing his lifelong character traits from a very early age, and over the years came as close to perfecting the term “a man among men” as you could ever hope to meet.  His love and devotion for his family and friends were legendary, but he also understood that taking himself or life too seriously was not going to be part of the equation if true joy was going to be found in this world. Dave’s commitment to his career and volunteer positions over the years was a true testament to a man who understood that he was more than a mere member of our community, but rather had a responsibility to invest within the community around him the time and talents which he was gifted with.  He was the manager of Jaeger Hardware for many years and anyone who stopped in was sure to spend more time visiting than shopping if Dave was at the desk.  He later moved into the hardware department at Theisen’s and spent many years there sharing his skills and knowledge with the new team around him. His free time consisted of spending time in his woodworking shop at home, and immeasurable hours with the Colts Drum and Bugle Corps where he sat on the board and was the Cadets Director, with AYSO Soccer as a formidable coach, and the head woodsman for Simple Treasures. His vast service record was only amplified by his years with the Noon Optimist Club. He was a Past Distinguished President, 4-time Lt. Governor, Iowa District Convention Chairman, various Committee Chairs, sat on the Storybook Children’s Zoo board, and was a faithful and proud Life Member. Dave had a heart for others, and it was clearly abundant when all could easily witness his words and actions coincide without hesitation.

Dave leaves behind a legacy which will continue to serve as a solid measure for anyone desiring to leave the world in better shape than when they arrived. But, at the end of the day, Dave was a family man through and through. His unwavering love for his beautiful bride, Doris Pluym, along with his daughter, Melissa, and her family, was where he found his greatest joy in this life.  Any time he could spend with them was considered to be not only quality time, but some of the best hours of any day he had. It’s beyond difficult to imagine a world without Dave’s zest for life residing alongside us, but we also watched as his courageous battle with cancer was taking a greater toll than Dave was willing to surrender. We will search and find peace in time within the wonderful memories which he leaves behind now and are reluctantly grateful that his earthly struggles are now behind him. Thank you, Dave, for teaching us so many important life lessons.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Dave include,

his loving wife of 44 years,
Doris Feipel, Dubuque, IA;

his daughter,
Melissa (Ben) Rezab, Ankeny, IA;

his grandchildren,
Parker and Dawson Rezab, Ankeny, IA;

his close family friend,
Terri Sue Thompson, Denver, CO;

his siblings,
Richard “Dick” (Pat) Feipel, Dubuque, IA,
and Barbara “Barb” (Roger) Schueller, Sherrill, IA;

his brothers and sisters-in-law,
Ed Kieffer, Terrace Inverness, FL,
Dianna Smith, West Des Moines, IA,
Donna (Clyde) Engler, Dubuque, IA,
and David (Diane) Pluym, Hazel Green, WI;

his 18 nieces and nephews,

Pam (Jake) Oster, Godson Don (Sheila) Feipel, dear friend and nephew Bryon “Homer” (Ronda) Schueller, Mark (Tina) Schueller, Tricia (Jason) Schumacher, David Schueller, Dee (Scott) Borth, Doug Kieffer, Jenny (Larry) Mosley, Talli Smith, Jeromy Smith, Adam (Sarah) Smith, Josh Engler, Stephani Engler, Bryan (Erin) Engler, Garrett (Ilina) Pluym, Evan (Kym) Pluym, and Connor (April) Pluym;

along with countless extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Dave was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father, Art Tigges; his sister, Beverly “Sis” Kieffer, and his mother-in-law, Violetta Pluym.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Dave’s name to Hospice of Dubuque, 1670 J.F.K. Rd, Dubuque, IA, 52002.

Dave’s family would like to thank Dr. Chris Stille, Dr. Engelman, primary nurse Kristin Schroeder, the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, and all of our family and friends who so generously shared both your professional and compassionate care with Dave and his family. All of the love and support you so graciously shared helped us all through some of the most difficult days we’ve ever had to face. There are simply not words to express how grateful we are for each and every one of you.

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

Pauline M. Meyer

Pauline M. Meyer, age 90, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on May 28, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family.  Per  Pauline’s request, a private family service will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque, IA.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Pauline’s family.

Pauline was born on March 14, 1932, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Frank and Crescentia (Wathier) Bechen.  She grew up in the Lamott area and was raised by her Aunt Clara Hingtgen and Cousin Justin Hingtgen.  Pauline and Harlow L. Meyer were married February 18, 1952, and celebrated 70 years this year.   She worked at the Dubuque Stamp retiring in 1997.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Pauline include,

her loving husband of 70 years,
Harlow L. Meyer, Dubuque, IA;

her two daughters,
Victoria “Vickie” (Jim) Oldham, Peosta, IA,
and Rhonda (Steve) Curler, Walford, IA;

her four grandchildren,
Heather (Joe) Lefevre, Chad (Amy) Oldham, Matt (Courtney) Curler, and Abby (Brett) Foreman;

her three great-grandchildren,
Camber Oldham, Leo Lefevre, and Olive Lefevre;

her sister,
Zita Elgin;

her sisters-in-law,
Darlene (Loras) Flynn,
and Gerry (Walt) Hutchinson;

and her brother-in-law,
David Meyer.

Pauline was preceded in death by her grandson, Nicholas Curler;  her parents; her aunt Clara Hingtgen and cousin Justin Hingtgen; her brothers, Richard , Bob,  Olin, and  Frannie; her sister, Ruth  Becker; brother-in-law, Merlin Meyer; and sisters-in-law, Shirley Kennedy, Janann Mcpoland, and Donna Moore.

Pauline’s family would like to thank all of the staff at Eagle Point Place for all of their excellent love and care of mom over the past few years.  We would also like to express a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, especially Jeremiah, Ryan and Amber, for not only providing mom with such wonderful care, but for also touching all of our hearts sincerely along the way.

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

John P. Schreiber

John P. Schreiber, 90, of Dubuque passed away Saturday May 28, 2022, at Luther Manor Grand Meadows Campus.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at the Church of the Nativity with Fr. Andy Upah and Fr. Carl Reis officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery with military Honors accorded by the American Legion Post #6 and the Iowa Army National Guard. Visitation will be at Nativity from 9:00 a.m. until mass time on Wednesday. The Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road is in charge of arrangements.

John was born on April 22, 1932, in Dubuque the youngest of six children to Charles and Emily (Weirich) Schreiber. He was educated at Nativity and Saint Columbkille. He served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955 during the Korean War. John married Mary Ann Schenker in 1959 at Saint Raphael Cathedral. He worked for several Dubuque business, until he began his career as Purchasing Director for the University of Wisconsin, Platteville Campus. This position along with the energy of campus life, provided him with a memorable work experience.

His interest included travel, gardening, and classical music. He was fortunate to attend the Mozart Music festival in Salzburg, Austria, not once but twice. He was grateful to be part of the 2012 Honor Flight to our nations, capital.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years Mary Ann,, his son Doug of Dubuque, a daughter Laura (Steve) Dempsey of Arizona, two granddaughters, two great grandsons, brothers-in-law Tom and Jim (Mary) Schenker along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Mary (Bert) Hanson,, Marita (Carl) Kreamer, Fred (Patricia) Schreiber, Robert (Jeanette) Schreiber and Charles (Mary Lou) Schreiber.

In lieu of flowers, donations to your favorite charity in John’s name would be greatly appreciated.

Marilyn L. Pleiness

Marilyn L. Pleiness, age 77, of Cedar Rapids, IA, formerly of Dubuque, IA, was called home to the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on May 28, 2022, at Mercy Hospital in Cedar Rapids due to complications from COVID Pneumonia.  To honor Marilyn’s life, her memorial service will be held on June 25, 2022, at 11:00 a.m., at Good News Baptist Church, 1203 3^rd Avenue S.W., Cedar Rapids, IA, with her brother-in-law, Robert Harvey officiating.  Family and friends are invited to join in food and fellowship from 12pm until 2:00 p.m. after the service at the church.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Marilyn’s family.

Marilyn was born on July 22, 1944, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan, a daughter to Clyde and Catherine (Kote) Pillivant, where she lived until she was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Robert C. Pleiness, Sr., on July 28, 1962.  Her 77-year earthly journey can be best described as one of love, commitment, and devotion, not only to her family and friends, but to her Creator as well.  In 1971, Robert and Marilyn founded Bible Baptist Church in Dubuque Iowa, after attending Arlington Baptist Seminar in Arlington, Texas. They stayed and ministered in Dubuque for 25 years.  They then moved to Cedar Rapids, when Robert became Pastor of Good News Baptist Church.   Being the salt and light in the world around her came very naturally to Marilyn and the legacy she leaves behind is a wonderful testimony for all who knew and loved her to reflect upon.  Her love of fishing started as a young child with her dad and continued throughout her life.  She was a gifted musician and thoroughly enjoyed sharing her talents on the piano and violin, along with her beautiful singing voice with all who would listen.  Sharing the Good News of Christ’s love and salvation through Him were continually on display in Marilyn’s daily life.   In her free-time, she enjoyed playing games with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, working on her latest puzzles and watching the Cedar Rapids Kernels play ball on a nice day.   Marilyn’s love for life and the opportunities to share all that was good in it was evident in her perpetually positive attitude.  She knew and understood that God is sovereign in all things and that His plan is always for good for those who love Him.  It’s difficult to say farewell for now to our dear Marilyn as she passes from this temporal world into eternity, but we will be forever grateful that the Lord saw fit to place Marilyn in all of our lives at this time and for the abundance of years and memories we were given as well.  Thank you, Marilyn, for leading by example, giving more than receiving, and living the life of a good and faithful servant throughout.  May the Lord now keep you safe in His loving arms until we all meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Marilyn include,

her loving husband,
Pastor Robert C. Pleiness, Sr., Cedar Rapids, IA;

her two adored children,
Robert (Lori) Pleiness, Jr., Fairfax, IA,
and Sherri (Ron) Street, Cedar Rapids, IA;

her nine grandchildren,
Jason (Kristal) Bolton, Ely, IA,
Eric (Taylor) Bolton, Ely, IA,
Alex Pleiness, Cedar Rapids, IA,
Zachary Bolton, North Liberty, IA,
Zach Street, Cedar Rapids, IA,
Catherine Natalya Pleiness, West Des Moines, IA,
Arianna (Garson) Hiles, Cedar Rapids, IA,
Brayden Street, Cedar Rapids, IA,
and David Street, Cedar Rapids, IA;

her four great-grandchildren,
Austin, Layla, Duke and Ella;

her sister,
Judy (Robert) Harvey, Mt. Clemens, Michigan

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother, Clyde E. Pillivant, Jr.

Marilyn’s family would like to thank all of their family and friends who have been by our sides through this difficult journey.  Your love and support have truly made a difference and we pray that the Lord will bless you all for your kindnesses.

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

Memorials can be sent to Robert Pleiness in care of Good News Baptist Church, 1203 3rd Avenue S.W., Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

Elizabeth M. Knabel

Elizabeth “Betty” Marie Knabel, 97, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 26th, 2022, at Luther Manor – Grand Meadows. Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 3rd, 2022, at the Church of the Nativity with Fr. John Lange officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 2nd, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

Betty was born on May 16th, 1925, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of John and Cecilia (Roediger) Lange. She was a lifelong member of Church of the Nativity Catholic church in Dubuque, having attended school, received the Sacraments, and married her husband Raymond Knabel there on April 26th, 1947.

She was a fantastic mother to her children Nancy, Mark, and John. After raising her children, she worked at Woolworths in the Kennedy Mall managing the Men & Boy’s departments. After retiring from Woolworths, she taught cribbage with her older sister, Rita, at the Roberta Kuhn Center at Mount Carmel for many years. She and Rita also volunteered at the Dubuque Arboretum & Botanical Gardens for many years.

Betty enjoyed helping with her many grandchildren, teaching them how to play cribbage and euchre. Family picnics at Higginsport, Mitchel Springs, and Eagle Point Park were favorite outings. She was noted for her delicious meatloaf and rhubarb pie.

She was a loving wife to Ray and a wonderful mother, as family was most important to her. It was remarkable that she learned to care for her husband, putting him on home hemodialysis for seven years. She stayed in shape by going on long walks with her dog, Francie.

She is survived by her children Nancy (John) Elvekrog, Dr. Mark (Mary) Knabel, and John (Janet) Knabel, brothers Martin, Father John and Carl Lange, and younger sister Phyllis Blichmann; grandchildren Liz (Eric) Johnson, Dr. Peter (Hillarey) Knabel, Anne Knabel, Dr. Daniel (Jacquelyn) Knabel, Dr. Michael (Grace) Knabel, Dr. Benjamin (Kelsey) Knabel, Jacob Knabel, and Dr. Matthew (special friend Nicole) Knabel; great grandchildren Theodore Johnson, and Lorelei, James, Lucy, Zoe, Sophia, Millie, Montez, and Henry Knabel.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband Ray, her older sisters Rita Knabel and Lou Schmalz, and grandchildren Lisa Knabel and Christian Elvekrog.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established at the Dubuque Arboretum and Mount Pleasant Home of Dubuque.

The family wishes to thank the kind and caring staff at Grand Meadows Asbury and the dedicated and special nurses at Hospice of Dubuque. Betty was blessed to have you taking care of her. We will never forget your loving care of our mom, grandma, and great grandma.