Obituaries Archive

Donna M. Zimmerman

Donna Mae Zimmerman, 74, of Durango, Iowa passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Mercy One Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Donna will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 16, 2022, at St. Clements Catholic Church in Bankston, Iowa.  The Reiff Funeral Home in Peosta, Iowa, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Mass of Christian Burial for Donna will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 16, 2022, at St. Clements Catholic Church in Bankston, Iowa.  Burial will be held in St. Clements Cemetery in Bankston, Iowa.

Donna was born January 9, 1948, in Bankston, Iowa, daughter of Arthur and Esther (Hess) Steffen.  She received her education from the Graf Country School and graduated from Western Dubuque High School.  She was united in marriage on October 14, 1967, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Peosta, Iowa.  She worked for Aramark as a cook at the Pub on the campus at Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa for 25 years.

Donna was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.  She was a great cook and could often be found in the kitchen making meals for her family.   She especially enjoyed the international traveling that she got to do with her family to Italy, Spain, Africa, and Alaska/Canada.  She also got a real kick out of her travels in most of the United States with Craig.

She was a member of the St. Clements Parish in Bankston, Iowa.  Donna was also a very active member of the Elks Lodge #297 in Dubuque, where she served as past Exalted Ruler and current Secretary.

She is survived by her husband, Craig Zimmerman of Durango, IA; four children, James (Nicole Thaxton) Zimmerman of Morton, IL, Melissa Wolf of Des Moines, IA, Kristine (Neil) Owens of Altoona, IA, and Jolene (John) Cullen of Eudora, KS; grandchildren, Andrew Owens, Alexia Born, Payden Born, Michael and Tanner Zimmerman; one sister-in-law, Margo Richeson of Dubuque, IA.

She is preceded in death by her parents; son-in-law, Douglas Wolf; father and mother-in-law, Henry and Virginia (Frost) Zimmerman; and brother-in-law, Ronald Richeson.

The family requested no flowers.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Scott Reimer

Scott “Scottie Q” Reimer, age 45, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on July 11, 2022, at his brother’s home in Hazel Green, WI.  To honor Scottie’s life, his Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, July 16, 2022, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m., at the Oxus Grotto in Dubuque. The address to the services is 3011 Autumn Dr. Dubuque, IA 52001. After the services there is a Memorial Event at The Smokestack from 7pm-12am. The address to The Smokestack is 62 E 7th St. Dubuque, IA 52001. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Scottie’s family.

Scott was born on March 22, 1977, in Dubuque, IA, a son to Gary L. and Donna M. (Fransen) Reimer.  He knew from a young age that he wanted to help as many people as possible in his community in any way that he could.  Scott’s talents surely leaned in the community activist’s realm of life and his devotion to the gay community and the Democratic party has been the primary focus of his energies throughout the years.  He has worked with Resources United, Hillcrest, The VNA and even worked with the local Dubuque effort to campaign for Hillary Clinton in 2015. His organizational skills have led many events to a successful end and his absence will surely be felt by many, but his passions didn’t end there.  In his free-time, Scott was a Marvel enthusiast, along with anything Batman, Star Wars, or Star Trek.  No picking sides here, he was a fan of all options in the genre.  Scott was a kind soul who thoroughly enjoyed spending time with family and friends whenever he could.  He always wanted to help others and that drive seemed to never sleep.  We will miss Scottie more than he could ever know, but are grateful for the time that we had with him all the same.  Thank you, Scott, for helping so many people around our community and may you now find peace from the earthly battles you’ve been facing, until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Scott include,

his siblings,
Jason “Jake”(Jessica Lange) Reimer, Hazel Green, WI,
Ken (Cindy) Reimer, St. Catherine, IA,
and Karen (Duane) Tucker, Denton, TX;

his very special niece,
Karissa Reimer

his aunts and uncles,
Diane Fransen, Dubuque, IA,
Dawn Millman, Dubuque, IA,
and Jim (Jolene) Fransen, Dubuque, IA;

his extended family,
Gary (Christopher) Bellings, Dubuque, IA,
Jeffrey Perry, Dubuque, IA,
Justin (Cody Schmitt) Muntz, Des Moines, IA,
and Katie (Ed) Krasnodenski, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous family members, friends, and community members.

Scott was preceded in death by his mother Donna Mae, his father, his grandparents, William (Mary) Fransen; and his uncles, Bill Fransen and Randy Millman.

In lieu of flowers, a Scott J. Reimer memorial fund has been established.

Scott’s family would like to thank Dr. Ahmed El-Hattab, the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, especially Chris and Steph, and the nurses and staff on the 4th floor at Finley, especially, Mindy, Caroline, Sarah, Jodie, Ashley, Jacob, Anna, Christine, Marna, Sam, Miranda, Mary Ann, Diane, Alli, Megan, Julie, and JB. A very special thank you to Jolene for helping with a very difficult, personal decision. All of you have played a very valuable role in Scott’s last days and we cannot thank you enough for all of your love and support during these difficult days.

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

Marcia Broshous

Marcia Broshous (Webster) 63 of Dubuque, IA passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 10, 2022, from a sudden illness. Funeral service will be 1 PM, Saturday, July 16, 2022, at Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. Friends may call from 4 to 7 PM, Friday, July 15, 2022, at Furlong Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Galena.

Marcia was born on October 18, 1958. She grew up in Galena, IL and graduated from Galena High School in 1976.  Marcia realized early on that she had a passion for taking care of others. Early in life she volunteered as a candy striper and took great care in helping even those whom she didn’t know well but needed her help. She believed in being the good, being a helper. Not only did she love to care for people, but she also had an unbelievable compassion and love for animals. She had many rescue pets in her lifetime and gave them a wonderful life. She also cared for her daughters’ pets as if they were her own, often staying at their homes or checking in on them while her daughters and their families were away. The animals adored her and knew they’d be getting the best love when she arrived.

Marcia met Robert (Bob) Broshous when they were teenagers. When Bob joined the Army and was stationed in El Paso, TX they stayed in touch by writing letters. Bob convinced Marcia to move down to Texas with him and they were married August 4, 1978. They celebrated that day with cheeseburgers and a frosty from Wendy’s. They went on to have three daughters Ashley, Adrienne and Alea. Marcia dedicated her life to being an amazing wife and wonderful mother. As an Army wife, Marcia made it her mission to make a home for her family wherever they were stationed. She loved to decorate for the holidays and changed out the décor for every season. Marcia was the life of the party and had a talent for throwing a great event. Her family will tell you that her fun-loving personality made her up for anything, including dressing up for theme parties she hosted. Marcia made friends easily and had long lasting friendships with so many people from all over the country. She was the most caring, giving, and nurturing friend to anyone and everyone. Marcia always put her family and friends first and found joy in taking care of others. She would pride herself on finding the perfect gifts for her loved ones, which always included one special “Goodwill” gift that she purchased second hand. She even wrapped the used gifts in recycled wrapping paper. Marcia enjoyed being frugal and she used her creativity to reduce waste by repurposing all kinds of things.

Her three daughters would describe Marcia as their “best friend”. She was the best listener and somehow managed to keep track of everyone’s busy schedules. She celebrated their joys with them, cheered them on through life’s challenges and taught them to make the world a better place by spreading happiness and love. She even passed on her enthusiastic laugh, ok more of a cackle, to her daughters. Marcia had eight grandchildren who were her pride and joy. She was very hands-on and lived to see her grandchildren happy. Her grandchildren adored her and looked forward to adventures with her. The grandchildren knew her as “GaGa” and lovingly nicknamed her “Grandma Marshmallow” since she had a stash of marshmallows, she would let them eat at any time of the day.

She is survived by her husband of almost forty-four years, Robert Broshous, three daughters, Ashley (Nathanial) Mealhow, Adrienne (Darrin) Kaisand and Alea (David Robinson) Broshous, eight grandchildren, Nadia, Nash, Noxx, Gia, Jett, Jude, Gemma and Emmanuel, her mother, Donna McKnight, two brothers, Wayne (Tina) Webster and Gary (Angie Heidenreich) Webster and her extended family and so many special friends.

Marcia was preceded in death by her father, Howard Webster and her stepfather, Paul McKnight.

The family requests that donations in memory of Marcia be made to Safe Haven Humane Society. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Sr. Judith Sheahan

Sister Judith Sheahan, BVM, 98, of Mount Carmel Bluffs, 1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Monday, July 11, 2022.

Funeral services will be Friday, July 15, 2022, in the Mary Frances Clarke Chapel at Mount Carmel Bluffs. (Masks 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 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 Judith was a teacher at Wahlert HS in Dubuque, Iowa. She also ministered in Iowa as the coordinator of schools for the Diocese of Des Moines, and as principal in Des Moines, curriculum director, vice-principal and administrative assistant in West Des Moines, and elementary and secondary teacher in Fort Dodge. She was an elementary teacher in Maywood, Ill., and Casper, Wyo., and secondary teacher in St. Paul, Minn., and Santa Barbara, Calif. She served the congregation as an administrative assistant.

She was born on Jan. 31, 1924, in Oak Park, Ill., to John and Beatrice (Stiles) Sheahan. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1942, from Help of Christians Parish, Chicago. She professed first vows on March 19, 1945, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1950.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister Helen (Lou) Copeland; brothers John (Mary), William (Patricia), and Gerald Sheahan; and a brother-in-law Frederick Furst. She is survived by a sister Judith Furst, Timonium, Mass.; a sister-in-law Cynthia Sheahan, Philadelphia; nieces; nephews; and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 79 years.

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

Miller Funeral Home, 1185 Hwy 35N, East Dubuque, IL 61025 is in charge of arrangements.

Gary A. Kintzle

Gary Allen Kintzle, 61, of Minnesota and formerly of the Jackson County area passed away suddenly on July 8, 2022 in Maquoketa.

Gary was born on July 30, 1960 in Bellevue, Iowa.  He was orphaned at 10 months old when he lost both of his parents in a car accident on June 21, 1961.  He was raised by his grandparents Allen and Maude Ernst.  He was a graduate of Andrew High School.  He married Kim Roe on April 17, 1982 in Bellevue, Iowa, and to this union a son Kurtis was born.  Following his divorce from Kim, he entered a long-term 19-year relationship and became an integral part of raising two bonus children, Sara and Amanda.  He currently was residing in MN with his special friend, Vickie.

Through the years, Gary had worked in several occupations including Naeve’s, Ranco, hauling bulls for the PBR, rebuilding after Katrina, Lowe’s, and numerous construction jobs.  However, the real “love of his life” was trucking.  He loved being behind the wheel and on the road.  Over the years, he traveled millions of miles and met many people.  He loved to talk and visit with people.  He also enjoyed being outside and people watching.

Gary is survived by his son, Kurtis (Tabitha Yarolim) Kintzle of Maquoketa, IA; 2 granddaughters, 6 step-grandchildren; bonus children, Sara (Josh) Bahl, and Amanda Meggers; special friend, Vickie Shaffer; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He was preceded in death by his parents Jerry and Marlene (Ernst) Kintzle, grandparents Allen and Maude Ernst and Peter and Anna Kintzle, and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Gary Allen Kintzle memorial fund has been established.

A gathering of family and friends celebrating his life will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, July 15, 2022 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Cremation will follow the visitation and burial will be at a later date in the Bellevue Presbyterian Cemetery.

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

James E. Noonan

James Edward Noonan, 75, of Dubuque, died Sunday, July 10, 2022, at home surrounded by his loving family.  A visitation will be held from 4 to 8 pm on Thursday, July 14^th at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2659 Kennedy Road, where there will be a parish wake service at 7:30 pm.  Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am Friday, July 15, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.

Jim was born in Dubuque on November 24, 1946, the first of 4 sons to Frank and Elaine (Fessler) Noonan.  He graduated from Wahlert Catholic High School in 1965 and Loras College in 1969.

Also in 1969 he married the love of his life Kristine Koob. They planted their roots in Dubuque, and welcomed 3 children and 7 grandchildren into the world over 51 years of marriage before her passing in 2021.

Following in his father’s footsteps as a teacher, Jim left his mark on many students in Dubuque and the surrounding areas teaching for 40 years at St Anthony’s, Western Dubuque/Drexler Middle School and Beckman High School. Jim also left his mark on the Iowa high school sports world.  He officiated countless varsity, semi-pro, and collegiate basketball, baseball and football games. Known for his knowledge of the game and professionalism, Jim was inducted into the Iowa High School Athletic Association Officials Hall of Fame in 2002. He could not have gotten there without the assistance and hard work of his amazing friends and fellow officials, J.L. Brimeyer, Bill Gerber, Gill Spence , Jim Prochaska, and many more he donned the uniform with. He had a passion for coaching high school sports including golf, basketball and most notably, for his 20 years coaching Wahlert softball taking them to their first state tournament in 2009.  He would be the first to tell you that talent makes coaches, and he wouldn’t have amassed over 450 victories if it weren’t for many talented players and assistant coaches. He developed a reputation as a “colorful” coach who strived to keep practice and games enjoyable.  This earned Jim a position in the Wahlert Catholic High School Athletic Hall of Fame in 2018.

After bowing out of the education and sports worlds after many years, Jim further embraced his role as Dad and “Papa”. He enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s activities and sporting events, hosting family gatherings and visiting/caring for family around the Dubuque area, and watching his beloved St Louis Cardinals every chance he got.

He left his legacy in so many students and players, and in his family who were able to learn how to push yourself to your highest potential, but also have fun even when times get tough.

Jim was preceded in death by his dearest wife Kris Noonan in 2021, grandson Jack Noonan in 2017, as well as his parents Frank and Elaine Noonan and his beloved uncle Gerard “Bud” Noonan.  He is survived by his children Sean (Shanda) Noonan of Ankeny, Iowa, Molly (Bill) Bodish and Erin (Russ) Tomkins of Dubuque; his grandchildren Connor Noonan of Urbandale, Iowa, Cody Krause of Ankeny, Iowa, and Hope Krause, Ella Tomkins, Tanner Tomkins, and Aubrey Tomkins all of Dubuque;  his brothers Thomas (Kathy) Noonan, David (Jane) Noonan, and Terry (Jeralyn) Noonan and many other family members who meant so much to him.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at ob***@******************er.com.  A memorial fund has been set up to honor Jim’s legacy as a softball coach for Wahlert Catholic High School to name the dugouts in his honor for years to come.

The family would like to thank the Hospice of Dubuque team, especially Melissa, as well as Dr. Whalen and his nurse Sara for their kind and thoughtful care in Jim’s final days.

Darla A. Sturm

Darla A. (Kueter) Sturm, 74, of Bellevue, passed away on Sunday, July 10, 2022 surrounded by her family at home.  Funeral Mass will be 10:00 am, Thursday, July 14, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Visitation will be 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, additional visitation will be 8:30 am – 9:30 am, on Thursday at the funeral home prior to Mass.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

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.

Darla was born October 25, 1947, the daughter of Leo and Rosetta (Fischer) Kueter.  Darla graduated from Bellevue Marquette High School.  She married Stanley J. Sturm on November 18, 1967, he passed on June 20, 2007.  Darla worked at Ensign for over 50 years, a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church where she had sung in the choir.  She was a person of strong faith.  Darla enjoyed her monthly get togethers with her High School Classmates, camping, horses, tending to her flowers, biking, and reading.  She participated in Relay for Life, and was a former member of the Bellevue Horseman’s Club.  Darla cherished her time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and always had the snack drawer full of treats for them.  She also enjoyed spending time in Florida with her siblings.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Rebecca (Larry) Sullivan, Heather (Triphon) Dryman, and Daniel (Emma) Sturm; grandchildren, Gabrielle (Pascal) Jean Gilles, Nicole (Jake) Schaefer, Lexee (Anthony Adams) Sullivan, Natalie (Lincoln) Aunan, Kaleb Bibens, Karter Bibens, Brody Sullivan, Connor Dryman, Leah Sturm, Ava Sturm, and Blakely Sturm; great-grandchildren, Harvey Schaefer, Evelynn Jean Gilles, and Gianna Jean Gilles; siblings, Phyllis Schwager Thomas (Mary Louis) Kueter, Gloria (Richard) Medinger, Joseph (Nancy) Kueter, Martha Rheingans, Dennis (Vicki) Kueter, and Sue (Bill) Griebel; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Darla was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a daughter, Kristine Sturm; a sister, Mary Kilburg; brothers in-law, Wayne Rheingans, and Wilfred Schwager.

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

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

Barbara E. Currie

Barbara E. “Barbie” Currie, 62, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, July 8, 2022, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa.

A private family graveside service and burial celebrating her life will be held on Friday, July 15, 2022, at Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa.  Cremation has taken place.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Barbara Elaine Currie was born on October 8, 1959 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Paul Edwin and Myrtle Marie (Flagel) Currie.  She attended Baldwin Schools and graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1977.  She had worked for Hoffman Eggs in Maquoketa, then as a welder at WADY Industries in Maquoketa for 18 years and lastly in the packaging department for Maquoketa Company for 15 years until retirement.

“Barbie” was a social person and made friends with anyone.  She loved animals and would often babysit neighbors’ pets when they would go on vacation.  She also loved maintaining her trucks appearance.

Those left to honor his memory include her siblings, Rose Leiderbach of Maquoketa, IA, Mary Kallenberger of Amboy, WA, Bonnie Kallenberger of Maquoketa, IA, Nancy Brewster of Baldwin, IA, and Allen (Cathi) Currie of Washington, IA; and a sister-in-law, Nancy Currie of Bellevue, IA.  She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Jack and Amos Kallenberger, and Gale Currie, and sisters Margaret Wilburn and Sharon Currie.

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

John E. Yager

John E. “Jeep” Yager, age 77 of Dubuque, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at Finley Hospital. There will be no visitation per Jeep’s request. There will be a private burial for immediate family at Mount Calvary Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, Dubuque, Iowa is assisting the family.

Jeep was born July 16, 1944 in Dubuque, IA, son of John F. And Marianne (Peterson) Yager.

Jeep married the love of his life Mary Ann Leibfried on August 31, 1963 at Sacred Heart Church in Dubuque, IA. They celebrated 58 years of marriage together.

Jeep was a hard working businessman. He started his own body shop in 1978. With the help of his sons and wife Mary Ann, Jeep was successful. Ultimately, Jeep turned his focus to rental properties.

In his spare time, Jeep enjoyed pheasant hunting, raising pigeons, spending time with his grandchildren and teaching them how to fish. He enjoyed being with people and making them laugh. He will be missed by many.

Those left to cherish Jeep’s memory include his wife Mary Ann Yager; his children Michael (Jennifer) Yager, Sandra (Thomas) Haggerty, and James Yager all of Dubuque, IA; his grandchildren C.J. (Shannon) Yager, Stacy (Austin) Weitz, Heather (Kyle) Gaul, Erika (Tom Jackson) Reynolds, Paige Yager (Mark), Logan Yager (Stephanie), Johnnie Yager and Maggie Yager; and great grandchildren Vivien and Leo Weitz, Dax Gaul, Colton, Lochlan, Caden Yager, and one on the way.

Patrick E. Reidy

Patrick E. Reidy, 64, beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother passed away on July 10, 2022, after his valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Thursday, July 14, 2022, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. The Mass of Christian Burial will be livestreamed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home website,  www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com . Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, July 13, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. There will be no public visitation on Thursday before the Mass. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is entrusted with the arrangements.

Patrick was born on October 11, 1957, in Waterloo Iowa, the son of James and Margaret Reidy. He graduated from Columbus High School in 1975, then attended Loras College (‘79). During his senior year at Loras he met the love of his life Karen Rodham. The couple married June 26, 1982, at St. Joseph the Worker Church and then made their home in St. Paul, MN.

In May of 1985 Frommelt industries offered Patrick a sales management position which enabled the young couple to return and make Dubuque their home. He later joined Dubuque Bank & Trust as a commercial insurance agent, before moving to Wm C. Brown/McGraw-Hill Higher Education where he worked for 25 years and excelled as an editor in the Marketing & Editorial Department. He finished his career as a Development Officer for his beloved alma mater, Loras College, where he treasured his time working with wonderful colleagues and benefactors. He enjoyed meeting people and understanding where they were on their journey.

Patrick was a longtime member of the St. Joseph the Worker Parish serving as Music and Eucharistic minister, participated in several CEWs and served on multiple parish boards and committees. He visited the Dubuque YMCA daily, enjoying his interactions with members and staff.  He was very proud of his Irish American heritage which led him to establish a Dubuque based Irish folk group called The Lads (Kevin Walsh, Jim Mueller, Rob McCullough, Laura Hess, Patrick Niemer and Bill Thurm). He enjoyed the camaraderie of this close-knit group of friends while entertaining countless people during mass and gigs throughout Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota and California. He believed that life was a journey to be experienced not a problem to be solved.

Patrick truly enjoyed all the life had to offer with his family, friends and coworkers. He always delighted in the achievements of others and thrived on praising all for their accomplishments. God blessed him with the art of entertaining, singing, telling Irish stories and always finding the best in others. Beyond his devotion to God, Patrick’s enduring legacy will be his positive outlook on life, his kind spirit, generous attitude and his unconditional love for his wife, children, grandchildren, siblings and friends. He will be deeply missed.

Patrick is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Karen Rodham Reidy; children, Patrick John (Aubrey) Reidy of Cedar Rapids, IA, Katie Beth (Christopher) Abel of Mt. Vernon, IA, Michelle Reidy of Dubuque, IA and Bridgett Reidy of Dubuque, IA; grandchildren, Finnegan Reidy, Irelynn Reidy, Macklin Reidy and Kennedy Abel; siblings, Jim & Barb Reidy, Cathy & Bill Ragen, Michael & Cheryl Reidy, Bob & Chris Reidy, Michael Taffe, Terry & Cherie Reidy, Gene Oberst, and Mary Lynch; brothers and sisters-in-law; Diane & Roger Arensdorf, Steve & Kris Rodham, Laura & Danny Purcell, Gary & Janelle Rodham and Luke Rodham; and many nieces & nephews and grandnieces & grandnephews.

Patrick was preceded in death by his parents James & Margaret Reidy, an infant brother John, sisters, Peggy Reidy Taffe, Sarah Reidy Oberst and brother-in-law James Richard Lynch, as well as his father and mother-in-law John and Helen Rodham.

May God Bless all those who prayed for Patrick and generously gave of their time and talents along his journey.  Special thanks to Kelly McMahon of Epic Health & Wellness, Hospice of Dubuque, MercyOne Dubuque Cancer and Loras College of Dubuque.

In lieu of flowers or plants, please consider a donation to Patrick E. Reidy Memorial Fund or Loras College Patrick E. Reidy Scholarship Fund, thank you.

Sandra G. Adams

Sandra Grace Adams, 77, of Dubuque, died Saturday, July 9, 2022, at Stonehill Health Center, Dubuque, Iowa.

A memorial service for Sandy will be held at a later date at Stonehill Health Center.

Sandy was born July 19, 1944, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of William “Bus” and Virginia  Kohn Canfield. On June 24, 1976, she married Ronald Earl Adams in Dubuque, Iowa.

Sandy was very gracious with her time and was always willing and happy to help anybody in their time of need.

Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Ronald Earl Adams of Dubuque, IA; two grandchildren, Justin and Ryan Harkey; brother, Glenn (Rose) Canfield of Dubuque, IA; sister, Gayle Thompson of Solon, IA; and Jenny and Raymond, whom she held very close to her heart.

Sandy was preceded in death by her parents; four sons, Raymond, Jamie, Michael, and Sherman; and four brothers, James, Kevin, Robert, and William Jr.

Michael J. Canevello

Michael Joseph Canevello, infant son of Michael Andrew and Katrina Lynn Canevello was born into the arms of the Angels on June 29th, 2022.

He is survived by his great grandfather Harry Joseph Kinowski II, grandparents, Harry Joseph Kinowski III, Susan Christine Kinowski, Michael Thomas Canevello, Jeanine Marie and Wayne Cepon-Geier, his aunts and uncles, Briana Christine Kinowski, Christopher Scott Marazas, Harry Joseph Kinowski IV, Rachael Marie Canevello, Miles Joseph Canevello and his cousins Marques, Aidyn, and Serafina.

Visitation will be on Sunday, July 17th, 2022, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, where a time of reflection will be held at 3:00 p.m.

Charles L. Dietz

Charles L. “Charlie” Dietz, 85, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, July 8, 2022, at MercyOne Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11 A.M., Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 9:30 to 11 A.M. at the church.  Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, with military honors.

Charles Leland Dietz was born on October 29, 1936 in Elwood, Iowa, to Roland Leland and Katherine (Longschwager) Dietz.  He was a 1954 graduate of Elwood High School and attended Iowa State Teacher’s College in Cedar Falls for two years.  He was drafted into the Army in 1955 and served his country receiving an honorable discharge in 1957.  He continued in the US Army Reserves until 1959.  He married Donna Jean Ferguson on March 20, 1958.  To this union two children were born, Craig and Cory.  Donna preceded him in death, and he later married Margo Thompson on February 9, 1967.  Margo preceded him in death, and he later married Karis Ketelsen Kozak on May 22, 1977.

Upon receiving an honorable discharge, Charlie returned home to Iowa and first worked as a cook at his grandparent’s diner in Clinton.  He then worked for his father at Dietz Processing Plant in Elwood, Iowa until he took a job with Servisoft in Maquoketa.  In 1964 while still working at Servisoft, he began his next career, Dietz Painting and Drywall, mainly working nights and weekends.  Eventually, this would become his full-time job.  He retired in May of 2015.

Charlie was a member of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa.  He was generous with his time, talent and resources. Some of the additional organizations that benefited from his involvement were Maquoketa Optimist Club where he served as a past Governor of Iowa in 1977, Maquoketa Volunteer Fire Department where he served as the rural Fire Chief for several years, Sunshine Daycare and Preschool Board of Directors, and the Mount Hope Cemetery Association Board of Directors where he had served as the president for over 50 years.

Charlie enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing, playing Euchre, and was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Karis Dietz of Maquoketa, IA; children, Craig (Scarlet) Dietz of Maquoketa, IA, Cory (Cheryl) Dietz of Colorado Springs, CO, and Anne Kozak of Claremore, OK; 4 granddaughters, Danielle (Jake) Riley, Elena Dietz, Morgan Dietz, and Clarissa Dietz; and siblings, Kathy Carstens of Wyoming, IA and Allan (Naomi) Dietz of Davenport, IA.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Donna, second wife Margo, a daughter Jane Kozak Breitsprecker, and a grandson Brogan Craig Dietz.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to the Maquoketa Optimist Club, Mount Hope Cemetery Association, or the Maquoketa Fire Departments.

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

Gary P. Cameron

Gary P. Cameron, 68, of Davenport, Iowa, died Wednesday, July 6, 2022, at home. 

Services to celebrate Gary’s life will be held at a later date.  Cremation will take place at Trimble Crematory, Moline, under the direction of Trimble Funeral Home. 

Gary Paul Cameron was born June 27, 1954, in East Dubuque, Illinois, the son of Kenneth and Rosie (Weisman) Cameron.  He married Faith Ann Ketelesen on September 15, 1979, in East Dubuque.  She died January 3, 2014.  

He retired from John Deere Parts after many years.  He enjoyed playing guitar, fishing, motorsports, gardening and cooking. 

Gary is survived by two daughters, Shelby and Kelsey Cameron, both of Davenport; three grandchildren, Sebastian, Bella and Maddy; his mother, Rosie Cameron of Dubuque, Iowa; and a sister, Aurora Merritt of Dubuque.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Faith Cameron, and his father, Kenneth Cameron. 

The family invites friends to share stories and condolences at TrimbleFuneralHomes.com.

Daniel F. Welp

Daniel Francis Welp, 62, of Galena, IL passed away on February 23, 2022. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 16, 2002, at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Galena. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

Danny was born in Galena on October 23, 1959, the son of Elmo and Mary Ellen Welp.  After graduating from Galena High School in 1978 he worked as a laborer in road construction for many years. Dan loved deer hunting and ice fishing.

He is survived by his niece, Ellie Welp, and his nephew, Ben Welp, sister-in-law, Nan Welp, an aunt, an uncle, and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Debbie, his parents, his brother, Tim, and his beloved dog, Mississippi.

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