Obituaries Archive

Sister Arturo Cranston, OP

Sister Arturo Cranston, OP, died April 10, 2022.

Professed in 1956, she taught music in the following schools: St. Cajetan, Chicago; St. Peter, Anaconda, MT; Bethlehem Academy, Faribault, MN; St. Robert, Shorewood, WI; Regina, Minneapolis; Dominican, Whitefish Bay, WI; Sacred Heart Academy, Washington, DC; St. Mary, Piscataway, MD; and SS. Faith, Hope, and Charity, Winnetka, IL. She studied recreation and natural resources and combined all her passions as director of Camp WeHaKee (now WeHaKee Camp for Girls) in Winter, WI. Sr. Arturo dedicated herself to building up the physical camp and developing young women who were confident and compassionate. She believed a strong person was one who showed respect for others and could have honest, forthright conversations that led to a peaceful outcome. “Peace is the resolution of conflict, not the absence of conflict,” Sr. Arturo said. Her last fulltime ministry was serving as prioress of St. Dominic Villa, Hazel Green, WI.

Services will be at Sinsinawa April 19-20. Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements. May she rest in peace.

Linda A. Somerville

Linda A. Somerville, age 73, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on April 12, 2022, at MercyOne in Dubuque, while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Linda’s life, a Celebration of Life will be planned for a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Linda’s family.

Linda was born on July 11, 1948, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Paul A. and Rosemary E. (Pfiffner) Noonan.  Linda grew up with three major driving forces in her life: family, friends, and fun.  She always understood that life had its daily responsibilities, but once those were met, life also required a little balance for true joy to be discovered.  Linda was united in marriage to the love of her life, James “Jim” Somerville on Valentine’s Day in 1970, and the couple was blessed with 52 wonderful years together and one son to complete the family she had always dreamed of.  She spent many of her working years as a medical receptionist with Dr. Jecklin, DDS, but finished out her career working in the insurance and billing department with Lockhart Noonan Chiropractic.  She enjoyed her work, but nothing could compare to the time which followed where she would be surrounded by her family and friends in a more relaxed environment.  Linda was lovingly known as a campfire aficionado and spent countless evenings sitting around the perfect fire with her loved ones.  She and Jim were blessed to do quite a bit of traveling in the camper and never passed up an opportunity to have those they cared about right alongside them.  Linda made it a priority to always be present at her grandchildren’s sporting events and also found great joy when they were able to sit down beside her when her Green Bay Packers were on the field.  Linda also enjoyed tending to her flowers and would even welcome a nice competitive game of darts from time to time if the mood struck her.  She was a very outgoing people person who could make friends without almost no effort at all.  She appeared to move seamlessly throughout the community around her and thoroughly enjoyed each and every new friend that she made along the way.  It’s been a very difficult year with Linda’s accelerating health issues on top of the already bumpy 20 years she’s had to face.  Thankfully, she never had to face any of it alone and always knew that those she loved also had a more than sufficient amount of love to share with her along the way.  We will miss our beloved Linda more than words could ever accurately depict, but for now we will simply attempt to find some moments of peace within the dark days ahead and pray that Linda now finds peace from her earthly battles.  Thank you, Linda, for never giving up and may the beautiful memories which you leave behind for us help to ease the heavy and broken hearts we find ourselves holding in your absence.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Linda include,

her loving husband,
James T. “Jim” Somerville, Dubuque, IA;

her son,
Brian T. (Laura L.) Somerville, Dubuque, IA;

her grandchildren,
Austin T., St. Petersburg, FL,
Zachary J., Leadville, CO,
and Peyton E., resides at home;

her siblings,
Sandy Theisen, Dubuque, IA,
Bonnie (John) Streinz, North Liberty, IA,
Nancy Noonan, Dubuque, IA,
Dr. Gene (Robin) Noonan, Dubuque, IA,
and Scot ( Dr. Laura) Noonan, Baraboo, WI;

her sister-in-law,
Jan (Roger) Edwards, Georgia;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Rosemary Noonan; her grandson, Ethan J.; her father and mother-in-law, Glenn and Elizabeth “Biz” Somerville; and her brother-in-law, Robert Somerville.

Linda’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Mercy Hospital, ManorCare, Stonehill, and Dubuque Specialty Care for all of their professional and compassionate care over the last year.  Your kindness helped to make some of the more difficult days just a little easier to handle.

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

Shirley Melloy

Lumilda Frommelt

Lumilda “Lu” Frommelt, 92, of Dubuque, passed away Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at Finley Hospital.

Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, April 18, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, where there will be a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Rev. Steven Garner will officiate. Entombment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Lumilda was born March 1, 1930, the daughter of John and Mary (Herrig) Muenster. She grew up in St. Catherine’s, and married George Frommelt on October 22, 1960 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Dubuque. He preceded her in death on July 30, 2003.

Spending time with her family was her greatest joy. She loved being a grandma and great-grandma, and was known as “Grandma Gertie” and  “Milda”. Lu enjoyed sewing and knitting and had a very strong Catholic faith.

Lumilda is survived by her daughter Aimee (Gene) Manternach, her daughter Nina (Dave) Bergthold, her son Greg (Nicki) Frommelt, her son Brian (Pam) Frommelt, her daughter Shawna (Jay) Cone. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren; her siblings, Joe Muenster, John (Bobbi) Muenster, and Barb (Bob) Armstrong; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Jeremy A. Naderman

Jeremy A. “Jer-Bear” Naderman, 25, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2022, in Davenport, Iowa.

A public visitation with a gathering of family and friends celebrating Jeremy’s life will be held from 2 to 4 P.M. on Monday, April 18, 2022 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Cremation rites will be accorded following the visitation.

Jeremy Aaron Nadermann was born on October 18, 1996 in Dubuque, Iowa, to Gerald Matthew and Penny Joyce (Lopp) Nadermann.  He attended Maquoketa Community High School.  Following high school, he worked as a self-employed handyman and carpenter in and around the Maquoketa area.

Jeremy enjoyed spending time with his family, nieces and nephews, and his friends.  Additionally, he enjoyed listening to music, going on nature walks, and doing tattoos.  He especially enjoyed spending time with his son, Jayden.  He was known for always bringing a laugh to the room.

Those left to honor his memory include his son, Jayden Bradley Crane and his mother Tori Crane of Davenport, IA; his mother, Penny Bailey of Maquoketa, IA; his father, Gerald Nadermann of Dubuque, IA; siblings, Trudi (Robert Casali) Lopp of Maquoketa, IA, Holly (Shane) Leslie of Maquoketa, IA, Cody (Amanda) Lopp of KY, Jacob Lopp of Dubuque, IA, Kayla (Charles) Nadermann of Clinton, IA, Trever Nadermann of Guthrie Center, IA, and Jaxon Nadermann of Guthrie Center, IA; nieces and nephews, Alexis, Frank, Michael, Tai, Ayden, Tate, JoJo, Abby, Rebel, and one unborn nephew on the way; a great-nephew, Eli; a special friend, Samantha; and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Jerry and Bonnie Lopp, paternal grandparents Laverne and Agnes “Ginger” Nadermann, and his uncle Brian.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to the family.

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

Andrea Zwack

Andrea (Althaus) Zwack died Wednesday morning after a long fight with cancer. Andie was 70 years old.

Andie grew up in Dubuque. She graduated from Wahlert High in 1969 and from Clark College in 1973, She married Dan in 1975. Their loving marriage and true friendship started strong and continued to get stronger every year.

Andie and Dan raised two fine children. Drew lives in West Liberty and Joanna lives in Ft Collins. They and our two grandchildren are our real contribution to a better world. They have and will continue to do their parts.

Andie did her part her entire life. Everyone who knew her loved our brown eyed girl. She was kind, generous, understanding, and loving. The world was a better place when she was in it.

According to Andie’s wishes, there will be a service for close family only. A Celebration of Life gathering will be scheduled at a later date for all those who wish to show their respects to our perfect Wife, Mom, Daughter, Sister, and friend.

In lieu of flowers, Andie requested donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Operation Head Start.

Ronald L. Valentine

Ronald L. “Ronnie” Valentine, 72, of Dubuque passed away Tuesday, April 13, 2022.

Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Friday, April 15, 2022, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a funeral service will begin at 1:30 p.m. with Fr. Jim Goerend officiating. Burial will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Ronnie was born on July 30, 1949, in Dubuque, IA the son of Edward “Eddie” and Marie (Avenarius) Valentine. He graduated from Wahlert High School in 1967; and married Marlene Watters at Saint Joseph the Worker on April 17, 1971. Ronnie farmed on the family “Century” farm his whole life. He had a great love of the land, and his two favorite smells was the soil and fresh cut hay. He loved to take rides on his Ranger and check things out with his dog Tank.

He is survived by his wife Marlene; his mother Marie; his four children Bobby (Meghan) Valentine, Steve (Stephanie) Valentine, Lisa Valentine, and Randy (Kati) Valentine; his fourteen grandchildren Sierra (Evan), Sidney, Emma, Willie, Brady, Ashley, Rory, Ajay, Nellie, Owen, Bear, Crosby, Luci, and Easton. His siblings Mary Kay (Bob) Schauer, Shelly (Mike) Ellis, Bill (Sandy) Valentine, and Gary (Becky) Valentine; his in-laws Dave (Carrie) Watters, Dennis (Sharon) Watters, Michael Colson, Shirley (John) Zurcher, Jim (Jodi) Watters and Jan Wolff.

He was preceded in death by his father Eddie Valentine, his father and mother-in-law Jack and Loretta Watters, a brother-in-law Dale Waller, and three sisters-in-law Macy Valentine, Judy Watters, and Judy Colson.

In lieu of flowers Ronnie would say send a bag of seed corn or fertilizer.

Robert E. Feeney

Robert Emmet “Bob” Feeney, age 95, of Dubuque passed away on April 11, 2022.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 19th, 2022, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church with Fr. Thomas McDermott officiating. Burial will follow in St. Patrick Garryowen Church Cemetery with military honors by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, April 18th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be held at 4:00 p.m.

Bob was born January 12, 1927, to William and Mary Rose Cannon Feeney at Sylvia Switch, Iowa. The youngest of nine children, Bob attended school in a one-room schoolhouse and later at St. Patrick’s High School in Garryowen. He entered the navy in January 1945 and was discharged in September 1946. He then attended Loras College in Dubuque and worked numerous jobs, including as a ham boner at the Dubuque Packing Company and a salesman at Capital Tobacco. He married Milly Hayes in 1951 and raised five kids.

Most people don’t know that in 1962 Bob founded Chicken Palace on University Avenue. The business is still in operation today. He and Milly were proprietors of Feeney Insurance Agency until their retirement in 1992. He was a founding member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians Dubuque County Division 2 and active in Knights of Columbus, Serra Club, American Legion, and Dubuque South End Club. He was a volunteer at the Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium from its opening in 2003 until 2020. Bob was also the “keeper of the jar.”

He traveled extensively, especially in his later years. Ireland, the Baltic States, Quebec, Cuba, and Las Vegas were the highlights of his travels.

Bob is survived by his children, Linda (Karl) Burmester of DeWitt; Connie (Mark) Smith of West Union; Joe (Mary Jo) Feeney of Shadow Hills, California; and Jan (Todd) Feeney-Taylor of Champaign, Illinois; nine grandchildren, Jesse (Stephanie) Smith, Jeremy Smith, Lauren Smith (Ian Vigil), Aimee Burmester (John Roy), Erin (Zac) Litzau, Patrick (Katey) Burmester, Becky (Michael) Tonkin, Jen (Patrick) Mooney  and Matthew (Lauren Gronna) Feeney; six great grandchildren, many doting nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Milly; his parents, William and Mary Rose; his son Don; and his eight siblings: Gerald, Harold, Joe, Mary Catherine, Loras, Tom, Bill and Paul.

Bob loved his family; his country; his Packers, White Sox and Hawkeyes; and God. The family wishes to thank the kind staff at MercyOne Hospital, Eagle Pointe Place assisted living facility and Stonehill Care Center.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established.

Sister Monica McMahon

Sister Monica (Chabanel) McMahon, OSF, 84, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Clare House in Dubuque.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at the Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, 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.

Monica, daughter of the late Albert and Marie (Sullivan) McMahon, was born February 28, 1938 in Maquoketa, Iowa. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Aloysius Church, Bernard, Iowa. She entered the Sisters of St. Francis in Dubuque from St. Aloysius on August 25, 1956. She was received with the name Sister Mary Chabanel on August 12, 1957 and made her final profession of vows on August 12, 1962.

Sister received her BS in respiratory therapy from Briar Cliff College, Sioux City, Iowa. She ministered in Iowa at LeMars, Sacred Heart and Xavier Hospital in Dubuque. She also ministered in Kansas at Emporia and Wichita; Minnesota at Rochester and Stewartville, and in Wisconsin at Cuba City and Racine.

Sister is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Lou McMahon, nieces, nephews, and her Franciscan sisters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Arlene Fuller; and brothers, Daniel and Robert McMahon.

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

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in care of the arrangements.

Mary L. Frey

Mary Louise Frey, age 59, of Scales Mound, IL passed away on April 6, 2022. Funeral service will be 7 PM, Friday, April 22, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may gather after 5 pm until the time of service. Burial will be at a later date. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Mary Louise (Speder) Frey was born in Oak Park, IL on July 1, 1962, to Andrew and Ruth-Marie Speder of Villa Park. She graduated in 1980 from Willowbrook High School, Villa Park. Mary had a gift for and enjoyed growing plants and flowers, so after high school, she attended and graduated from DuPage Horticultural School in West Chicago. While studying there Mary interned at several area commercial greenhouses. Also, while at college she met her future husband, Thomas Frey. She and Tom were married on September 25, 1988, in St. Charles, IL, and together started their own business, Circle D Greenhouses, Hampshire, IL. In addition to her love of plants and flowers, Mary enjoyed cooking and baking, especially for her family. She was a lover of animals, especially dogs. Her beloved dog Zero was her most recent loyal companion and very special to her.

Mary is survived by her former husband, Thomas Frey of Galena; son, Aaron Frey of Scales Mound and his children Abigail, Lily, and James; daughter Christine (Scott) Honerbaum of Elizabeth and their children Orion and Everly; her siblings Nancy (John) Svoboda of Omaha, NE, Andrew (Annie) Speder of Gastonia, NC, and William (Lauren) Speder of Glen Ellyn, IL, many friends, nephews, a niece, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Memorials may be directed to Dubuque Regional Humane Society, 4242 Chavenelle Road, Dubuque IA 52002 in loving memory of Mary.

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

Daniel J. Scharpf

Daniel J. Scharpf, 63, of Galena passed away at home on Friday, March 25, 2022. Funeral service will be 11:30 AM, Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena where friends may gather after 10 AM until the time of service. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Galena. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Daniel was born in Dubuque, Iowa on August 5, 1958, the son of Robert W. and Viola C. (Hilby) Scharpf. He graduated from Galena High School with the class of 1977. Dan was employed at A & B Steel in Elizabeth for several years. He also worked for Lawrence Ihm Masonry for a short time. Dan was employed by Ron Berlage Construction from 1989 to 2009. He also farmed with his dad and later with his brother John. Most recently he worked part-time for Jon Cook. He enjoyed deer hunting every year with the Shuey, Oldenburg, and Cook groups. His hobby was watching Nascar racing on TV. He also enjoyed making the trip every year to Michigan Speedway for several years and attending the Brickyard 400 in Indianapolis. He enjoyed attending the races on Friday night at the Farley Speedway.

He is survived by his two sisters: Donna Berlage of Galena and Deb (Bob) Manders of Cedar Rapids, IA, one nephew: Andy Berlage and three nieces: Katharine, Sarah, and Emily Manders and his aunts and uncles, and cousins. He is also survived by his faithful dog, Daisy, who was always by his side on the farm.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother John Scharpf, and his brother-in-law Ron Berlage.

Online condolences maybe left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Dolores L. Reinert

Dolores L. Reinert, 89, of Dubuque, IA, passed away Sunday April 10, 2022, at Stonehill Care Center.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Fr. Steven Garner officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 15, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

Dolores was born July 22, 1932, in Balltown, Iowa, daughter of Victor and Margaret (Heber) Bleile.  Dolores was raised on the family farm in Balltown and attended St. Francis of Assisi School.  As a young woman she worked for several dry cleaners in Dubuque. In later years she was a member of the Holy Ghost Parish quilting club.

She married Charles A. Reinert on June 14, 1958 at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Balltown, Iowa.  They became proud parents to Margaret “Dolly”, in 1964. Dolores enjoyed the simple things in life playing bingo and cards, taking walks, gardening, sewing, quilting, crocheting, and embroidering.  She also enjoyed taking care of her many nieces and nephews throughout her life.

Dolores was devoted to her family and always enjoyed spending time with them.  Those left behind to cherish her memory include her daughter Margaret (Nick) McGrath; grandson Nicholas and granddaughter Jessica all of Dubuque, IA.  Her siblings Cletus (Sally) Bleile; Margaret Heiderscheit; and sisters-in-law Betty Barth and Marie Bleile, all of Dubuque, her siblings-in-law Bernard (Lori) Reinert, St Louis, MO; Frank (Beverly) Reinert Dubuque, IA; Peter (Betty) Reinert, Hazel Green, WI; Catherine Orman, San Rafael, CA; and Molly Murray, Olney, IL and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and parent-in-laws Joseph and Ida Reinert; and siblings Delbert Bleile; Raphael (Anna Mae) Bleile; Leon Bleile and brother-in-law Ken Heiderscheit.  Her sibling-in-laws John (Margie) Reinert; Mary (Paul) Noesen; Sr Clare Reinert; Tony (Pauley) Reinert; Herman Reinert; Lucy (Ken) Donovan; Raphael (Glenda) Reinert; Joe (Karel) Reinert; Stan Orman and Mike Murray; and several nieces and nephews.

The family would like to express sincere gratitude and appreciation to the staff of Stonehill who provided loving care to Dolores and her family.  They would also like to thank Hospice of Dubuque for their care and comfort provided to Dolores for the last several months of her life.

Karrianne J. Reinert

Karrianne Jane Reinert, 49, of De Pere, Wisconsin, formerly of Dubuque, passed away at home on April 7th, 2022.

 A visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 13th, 2022, at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd, where a funeral service will be held at 6:00 p.m.

 Karrianne was born in Dubuque, IA on January 17th, 1973, the daughter of Joseph G. and Karel J. (Harry) Reinert.

 Karrianne enjoyed giving to others. She loved her dogs, Millie Jo, Mattie, and Mollie. She enjoyed cross stitching, quilting, embroidery, and baking with her mother.

 She is survived by her best friend Beth Temple; her two brothers Michael J. Reinert, and David G. Reinert; her nephews Adam J. Reinert (Ziola Moostark) and their two children Kaisia Sakiy Moon, and Starleigha Eclipse Moon, and Andrew R. Reinert, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

 She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Karel Reinert, and her dog JoJo.

Cornelia Sammon

Cornelia “Ne” Sammon, 87 of Galena, IL passed away Friday, April 8, 2022, at Manor Care, Dubuque, IA. Funeral service will be 11 AM, Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena, IL. Friends may call from 5 to 8 PM, Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Galena.

Cornelia (Ne) Sammon was born in Lake Forest, Illinois on January 14, 1935.  Ne graduated from Lake Forest Highschool in Lake Forest, Illinois.  She was married to James (Jim) Sammon on January 7, 1956 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lake Forest, Illinois.  Jim passed away on September 4, 2007.  After raising her children, Ne went to work as a Data Entry Supervisor at American Hospital Supply/Baxter for 15+ years where she won many awards including the 1991 PRO Award for her hard work and dedication.  Ne spent most of her retirement days shopping on QVC – her entire family were recipients of many packages on their doorstep which they all loved.  Her passion in life was not only her children but also her grandchildren as well. They meant the world to her, warmed her heart, and made her smile. Ne’s hobbies were reading and doing word searches (better known as “circle books” by Ne) and building her cardinal collection.  One of her favorite hobbies was shopping with her husband and bestfriend, Jim, which they did often. Together, Jim and Ne enjoyed decorating for every holiday, making their home look like something you would see in a Hallmark movie. She also found much enjoyment during any free time she had to do ceramics and needle point. Ne was incredibly loving, kindhearted, generous, strong, and a humble person who was loved by all who knew her.  She was the most amazing Mom who loved with all her heart and was always there to offer love and guidance for her children and grandchildren.  Spending time with her family was the most important thing in her life.

Survived by her children,  Mary Cord, Bob Sammon (Dana),  Judy Verwijst (Anton); grandchildren: John Cord (Tammy), Matthew Junius (Lindsay), Patrick (Caitlyn) Junius, Megan Junius (Rob), Brandon Verwijst (Norie), Justin Verwijst (Emily), Collin Verwijst, Brittany Sammon, Edward James; 13 great grandchildren and one on the way. As well as two very special little girls, McKenzie and Isabella

Cornelia was preceded in death by her mother, Maryann Brofka, her father, Edward Brofka, her husband, James Sammon.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to: Shriners Children’s Hospital or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

The family would like to extend a very heartfelt thank you to Bill and Nancy Leitzinger for all their help, support, and love they gave Ne. You hold a special place in ours and Ne’s heart

The family would also like to extend an extra special thank you to nurse Alex of ProMedica (Manor Care).

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

Betty Jean Budde

Betty Jean (Putman) Budde, 89, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, April 8, 2022.  Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.  Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.

Funeral Mass will be live streamed on the St. Joseph Bellevue – Sts. Peter & Paul Springbrook Facebook page, on their You Tube Channel, and on Bellevue Cable TV.

Betty was born, August 7, 1932, the daughter of John C. and Anna E. (Lingtgen) Putman.  She married Thomas Charles Budde on December 31, 1961, he passed on July 22, 2006.  Betty worked for a short time after marrying Tom, and shortly after she was a homemaker and raising her family.  She cherished time spent with all her family, dancing in her younger years, camping, evening drives with her husband, and watching the river.  She was known for her love of babies, children, and Elvis songs, and for her famous buttered popcorn and cherry cheesecakes.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Vickie Putman, Kathy (Keith) Boesenberg, James (Wendy) Budde, and Debbie (Chuck) Budde-Bandy; 19 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter, Sherri Michels; a daughter in-law, Barb Budde; she was the last surviving of all her siblings, Irene, Grace, Raymond, David, John, Richard, Floyd, Margarite, Myrtle, and Dorothy.

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