Obituaries Archive

Sheila D. Orcutt

Shelia D. Orcutt, 70, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at MercyOne Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, where a Memorial Service will be held at 6 p.m. Rev. Dianne Grace will officiate. Condolences may be shared at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com .

Shelia was born to Edward and Pauline (Bryant) Williams, raised in Anniston, Alabama, and was the third youngest child out of nine. She was passionate and very protective of her family, and had so many friends. her personality was like no other, and she loved to entertain. Shelia was definitely a talker. She spent many years as a dance instructor, and enjoyed music. During her lifetime, she owned her own flooring gallery, and spent many years in management. In 1976, Shelia married the love of her life. Together they raised their three children. Nothing meant more to her than her family. Eventually, she became a Grandmother, and Great Grandmother. She wasn’t your typical Mother or Grandmother by any means. One of her favorite things to do was camping. She and Timothy took several trips camping. One of the family camping spots was Backbone State Park. She also loved going to Alabama to see her family. Most of all, Shelia lived for time with her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She also enjoyed astrology and studying crystals. She loved dragonflies. Shelia was a Denver Broncos fan, and of course a Crimson Tide fan. Shelia loved watching her husband play ball, and they participated in Dragon Boat races for many years. She always enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren participate in recitals, sports , and other events. She was a very proud Wife, Mother, and Nana. Shelia was always loving and caring. She touched so many people’s hearts, and was never judgmental. Shelia was always easy to talk to, and would always be there to listen. She had a way of always putting everyone and everything before herself.

Shelia is survived by her husband of 45 years, Timothy Orcutt of East Dubuque; her daughter Melanie (Sederick) Orcutt-Green of Louisiana, and their children: Cody, Megan, Nathan, and Dionell; her son Christopher (Keriann Kane) Orcutt of Dubuque, and their children: Elizabeth, Ethan, and Liam (mother Angie Orcutt); her son Justin (Ashley) Orcutt of Colorado, and their children: Avelon, Jubilee, and Osiris; six great grandchildren; her siblings, Gwen (Richard) Bennett, Herschal (Martha) Williams, Peggy (Jimmy) Ledbetter, Brenda (Rick) Parris, Donnie (Frankie) Williams, and Debbie Williams; her sister-in-law, Bonnie Clark; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her parents-in-law, Donald and Dorothy Orcutt; her brother, James (Peggy) Williams; her sister, Sue (Billy Ray) Paris; and five nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the Shelia Orcutt Memorial Fund.

William L. Phillips Sr.

William “Bill” L. Phillips Sr., 84, of Asbury, passed away Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at home, surrounded by the love of his family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 26, at the Church of the Nativity with Fr. Andy Upah officiating. Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, February 25, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd., Dubuque, where there will be a parish wake service at 7:30 p.m.

Bill was born on September 29, 1937 to Virgil “Bud” and Dorothy (Mengis) Phillips. He attended Dubuque Senior High School and was a proud graduate of the class of 1956. He married Norma Leytem on November 28, 1957 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Bill was a supervisor at the Dubuque Pack for 38 years until health issues forced him into an early retirement. He was a man of faith. He loved his wife, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, God and country. He was well known for his keen sense of humor.

Bill loved camping and spending time outdoors, He was a member of the Dubuqueland Campers. He was also a regular at the local Donut Boy and enjoyed catching up with friends. He was a loyal IA Hawkeye fan. Go Hawks! Bill and Norma spent 21 years wintering at their Texas home. They were blessed with a great group of friends from all over.

Bill is survived by his wife, Norma, his children; William (Linda) Phillips Jr., of East Dubuque, and their children, Kelli Jo Becker, Kathryn “Katie” (Andy Johnson) Phillips and their daughter Avery, Kevin (Kelly) Phillips and their children Addyson, Austin, and Alivia; Robyn (Terry) Hudson of Dubuque, and their children, Nikole (R.J. Fisher) Eudaley, Brenna Hudson, Kamron (Jami) Hudson and their children Kaleb Hudson and MaKenna (Brandon) Sandvik; Brenda (Tom Behnke) Ries of Durango, and her children, Paisley (Aaron) Herbst and their children Jackson, Nolan, and baby Herbst arriving soon, Elizabeth (Ross) Dolphin and their children, Mila and Wells Dolphin. Bill is also survived by his siblings; Wayne (Sandy) Phillips of TX, and Jim (Meredith) Phillips of WA. In-laws; Betti Engler, Peggy (Gary) Bicker, Pat (Charles) Keys, Dennis Leytem, Christine Grogan, Norma Leytem, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, sister; Janice Clark, special son-in-law; Scott Ries, In-laws; Arnold, Elmeta, Butch, Bob, and Vince Leytem, Mary Lou Shappell, Dan Clark and Gene Engler.

The family wishes to thank Drs Viner, Kumor and T. Martin along with all the medical personnel who helped Bill these last 30 years.

In lieu of flowers, a William Phillips Sr. Memorial fund has been established.

Susan S. Hahlen

Susan Stella Hahlen, 63, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, February 22, 2022, at home with her husband by her side.

A prayer service will be held at 2:00 pm Monday, February 28, 2022 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory followed by visitation until 8:00 pm.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Susan will be 10:30 am Tuesday, March 1, 2022, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Trinity Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Entombment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. The mass will be live streamed on Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home’s Facebook page and will also be available to view later at www.hskfhcares.com.

Sue was born July 14, 1958, in Dubuque, the daughter of Vincent “Jake” and Alma “Amy” Louise (Torrey) Smith. On May 7, 1977, she married Rickey “Rick” Carl Hahlen at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque.

She served on the school board for St. Mary’s/St. Patrick’s for six years and on the St. Mary’s Parish Council for six years.  Sue most recently served on the Parish Council for Holy Spirit Parish. She was a girl scout leader and a troop organizer.  Sue organized the Salvation Army bell ringing for DuTrac Community Credit Union for 17 years. She was employed as a lead teller for DuTrac Community Credit Union for 28 1/2 years until her retirement on March 5, 2019.  Sue was currently serving as the secretary for UAW Local 94 retirees.  

She enjoyed traveling, driving her convertible VW Bug, playing various board games and cards, cooking, over decorating for every holiday. Her greatest passion was spending time with Rick, her children, family, friends and being the best Bugga to her grandchildren.  Sue was very social and loved having conversations wherever she went.  She was always there for friends and family in their hard times.

Survivors include her husband, Rick of Dubuque; her children, Brad (Melissa) Hahlen of Farley, Brenda Hahlen of Dubuque and Brett (Kelsey Lass) Hahlen of Dubuque; seven grandchildren, Zach (Sam), Abbie, Collin, Paige, Molly, Arthur and Stella and two cousins that were like siblings to her, Pam Butcher and Richard Kieffer.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her in-laws, Arthur and Jeanette Hahlen.

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

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

Jennifer L. Bernard

Jennifer Lyn Bernard, age 43, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at 10:42 p.m., on Thursday, February 17, 2022, at MercyOne Dubuque.  To celebrate Jennifer’s life there will be a memorial held at Hills and Dales, 1011 Davis Street, at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2022.  There also be a memorial held in Keokuk, Iowa this summer on June 4 with the time to be announced later.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is assisting the family.

Jennifer was born on May 22, 1978, in Ft. Madison, Iowa, daughter of Theodore G. Jr. and Lynelle (Siegrist) Bernard.

Jennifer graduated from high school and worked at the Lifetime Community Center.  She was a sweet and gentle soul who enjoyed being read to, listening to music and going for walks.  Jennifer will be deeply missed by her family, friends and caregivers at Hills and Dales.

Those left to cherish Jennifer’s memory include

her mother,
Lynelle (Bob) Dorothy, Quincy, IL;

her father,
Theodore G. Bernard Jr., Franklin, IA;

her step-father,
Danny Mike Critser, Keokuk, IA;

her siblings,
Valdon “Val” Critser, Mancos, CO,
Kimber (Ryan) Stark, Quincy, IL
and Megan Dorothy, Des Moines, IA;

her nephew,
Harvey Stark, Quincy, IL;

her grandmother,
Ruth Siegrist, Keokuk, IA;

and her aunts, uncles and cousins.

Jennifer was preceded in death by her brother, Theodore G. Bernard III; her grandparents, Laurie and Jack Dorothy, Jeannette and Theodore G. Bernard Sr., and her grandfather, Albert Siegrist Jr.

Jennifer’s family would like to thank all of the staff and residents of Hills and Dales for all of their kindness and support throughout the years, and the doctors, nurses and staff at MercyOne for their compassionate care of Jennifer these past days.

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

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

Ronald J. Kuhl

Ronald J. “Ron” Kuhl, age 79, of Dubuque, passed away at 12:00 noon, on Monday, February 21, 2022, at MercyOne Dubuque.  To celebrate Ron’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost Church, 2921 Central Avenue.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, at Holy Ghost Church, with Rev. Steven M. Garner officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is assisting the family.

Ron was born on July 24, 1942, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Irenus and Edna (Simon) Kuhl.

Ron was a committed son, big brother, fun uncle, and a Godfather many times over. Ron never married but he lived a full life with family, friends and sports activities. His kindness and commitment were in full display as he took exceptional care of his mom and dad in their later years of life. After they passed, he gave special care to three uncles, an aunt, and a family friend. As a big brother, he looked after his two sisters and brother. Just being there for his siblings meant a sense of security and a loving touch. As an uncle he was fun be cause he said and did things that their parents would not have thought of. When he became the favorite person to be a Godfather his commitment was serious and sincere. But Ron also loved sports. Professional baseball, college football and college basketball were his favorites even though he watched other sports when his favorites were not available. Everyone who knew Ron knew he was an avid Iowa Hawkeye fan. He was a football and basketball season ticket holder for decades and made his presence known in the stands with all his Hawkeye gear. If you were new to an Iowa game with Ron, he made a point to show you his brick from his Iowa donations. But being charitable was not limited to Iowa Hawkeyes – if you asked Ron he probably would contribute. A commitment to career was also important to Ron. After graduating from Wahlert High School in 1961, he worked various jobs before serving as a radio operator in the U.S. Army at a Stuttgart, Germany army base. After discharge, he moved to Hollywood, California and earned his first-class FCC license through Don Martin School of Broadcasting. He retained this license throughout his life. While going to broadcasting school, he worked as a souvenir salesman at Dodger stadium and as an usher at Grauman’s Chinese Theater. After a brief career as a technician at a small Wisconsin TV station, he decided to go back to school and earn an associate degree in business. While going to business school in Milwaukee he worked as a security guard. After all these experiences he decided to move back to Dubuque and take a job at John Deere as a security guard. His duties also included being a first responder and a fireman. This job was his favorite. He became his union’s treasurer and remained in this post even after retirement. His visits to the union national conventions were highlights of his career. Retirement for Ron meant going to every family function possible, going to every Iowa football game and basketball game possible, listening to and watching every sporting event on radio/TV that caught his interest and volunteering to read the Telegraph Herald on a radio station for the legally blind. Ron also enjoyed visiting with his neighbors and talking to his numerous friends around town. Weekly discussions about sports with specific friends was a happy time for Ron and boy did he know his stuff! He was seen many times around the local casinos, talking to people and doing some gambling. His last two years found him with health problems that he took in stride and reminded everyone that it is important to take one day at a time.
Ron, you will be remembered by your friends and relatives one day at a time.

Those left to cherish Ron’s memory include

his siblings,
Marilyn (David) Martin, Denton, TX,
Carol (Gerry) Haxmeier, Dubuque, IA
and Jim (Linda) Kuhl, Plover, WI;

his nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews,
Lori Schulte, Caitlyn and Connor Schulte, Oswego, IL,
Shari (Brent) Waak, Adam, Brandon and Coby Waak, St. Croix Falls, WI,
Shelley (fiancé Ken Hancock) Hinke, Justin Foust, Cody (Shandra) Foust, Nikki Foust, Dubuque, IA,
Pam (Bryan) McCarron, Evalyn Flowers, Lindsay (fiancé Cameron Schmidt) McCarron, Dubuque, IA,
Jessi (Brian) Recker, Isabella Garcia, Dubuque, IA,
Alethia (Ian) Parnell and Scott Parnell, Dallas, TX,
Elizabeth (Tom) Switzer, Alex, Milo, Violet and Ivy Switzer, San Mateo, CA,
Zachary (Dawn) Martin, Kai and Maya Martin, Lakewood, CO
and Benjamin Martin and Josephine Martin, Austin, TX;

and several cousins.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents; a great nephew, Garrett Theisen; a niece, Chandra Hinke; and a brother-in-law, Stan Hinke.

Ron’s family would like to thank all of the staff members on 3rd floor and the ICU at MercyOne for all of their outstanding care.

In lieu of flowers, the family will thankfully receive your support through greeting cards and memorials which may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Ron Kuhl Family, and will be given to one of Ron’s favorite charities, St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

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

Maurine E. Stanton

Maurine E. Stanton, 85, of Lost Nation, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday morning, February 22, 2022, at Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A private family graveside service and burial will be held at a later date at Buckhorn Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

Maurine Elaine Bock was born on February 15, 1937 in Baldwin, Iowa, to Harvey C. and Elsie C. (Gronwoldt) Bock.  She was a 1954 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  She married Richard Stanton on November 3, 1956 in Lost Nation, Iowa.  They later divorced.

Maurine had first worked at the Lost Nation COOP as a secretary for several years.  She then owned and operated Stanton Trucking, hauling livestock and freight across the United States until 1985 when a fire destroyed her business.  Being the independent woman she was, she took a job working at WADY’s and later with MC Industries, both in Maquoketa.  Lastly, she became a caregiver for her mother.

Maurine could create anything and enjoyed quilting, crocheting, and knitting.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Deborah (Roger) Taylor of Baldwin, IA, and Kenneth (Carrie) Stanton of Scotch Grove, IA; a son-in-law, Kenny Derganz of Maquoketa, IA; 10 grandchildren, Trent (Lisa), Evelyn (Matt), Dana (Duane), Brooke (Travis), Brandi (Steven), Kendra (Paul), Cortney (Joe), Lynsey (Kyle), Dustin (Tabatha) and Aggie; 18 great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren (and one on the way).  She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Linda Derganz, a brother Neil Bock, sister Nancy Rockwell, and a great-great-grandchild.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

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

Jeffrey L. Hansen

Jeffrey Lee Hansen, 68, died at his home in Maquoketa, Iowa, on February 18, 2022.  He was born on July 13, 1953, in Maquoketa to Edward and Arlene (Paarmann) Hansen. He graduated from Delwood High School and worked for Farmers Supply in Delmar and helped on the family farm.  He married Peggy Nelson on April 22, 1978.

He enjoyed enjoyed being outdoors and going to the casinos weekly till covid started.  Later in life his passion was mowing lawns with his favorite John Deere lawn tractor.

Jeffrey was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Doug Hansen, father-in-law Ronald Nelson, and a brother-in-law Patrick Nelson. He is survived by his wife Peggy and son Kevin of Maquoketa; a sister Colleen (Ray) Scott of Wisconsin; sister-in-law Tina Hansen of Maquoketa; mother-in-law Kay Nelson of Dubuque; brother-in-law Ken (Lori) Nelson of Dubuque; sister-in-law Rita (Doug) Kandel of Lake Forest, California; many nieces and nephews; and 1 God child Lexi Kandel (who he adored) of Lake Forest, California.

Memorials may be directed to the St. Judes Hospital.

A private celebration of his life will be held at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Burial will be at the Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

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

Marilyn J. Engling

Marilyn J. Engling, 85, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on February 20, 2022 at home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, February 24th, 2022 at the Church of the Nativity with Msgr. Lyle Wilgenbusch officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. A visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 23rd, 2022 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service at 3:00 p.m.

Marilyn was born on September 5, 1936 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Earl and Minnie (Lei) Rapp. She married Elmer Engling on January 15th, 1955; Marilyn and Elmer camped at Bagley where they formed lifelong friendships and made several trips to Las Vegas. Marilyn enjoyed reading, country music and playing the slots. What brought her the greatest joy were weekly visits with friends and spending time with family.

She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Elmer; her children, Laurie (Mike) Hancock, Ginny (Curt) Schumacher, Pat (Jacque) Engling, Tony (Dawn) Engling and Mike (Virge) Engling. She is also survived by her eleven grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren; her sister Jeanne (Jerry) Fudge and a sister-in-law Elaine Rapp.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her siblings Eileen (Joye) Bellings, Earl (Myra) Rapp, Jr., Robert Rapp, Patricia (Harold) Kemler, John (Lillian) Rapp, and Jerry (Dixie) Rapp; her in-laws Marie (Sylvester) Kluesner, Viola (William) Kaufman, Cecilia (Russ) Gantenbein, Agnes (Herman) Steines and Dorothy (Larry) Lucas.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque especially her nurse Kris O. as well as Dr. Sara Loetscher and Dr. John Whalen for the excellent care they gave to Marilyn.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque in memory of Marilyn.

Kelvin J. Orton

Kelvin “Hobbes” J. Orton, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 19, 2022. He was born on October 11, 1966 in Dubuque, IA to Joseph and Loretta (Spease) Orton. Kelvin was a graduate of Cuba City, WI High School and then attended UW-Platteville where he was a fraternity member at Sigma Pi.

Kelvin married Cathy Cheesman on May 20, 1995. He went on to dedicate many years for Sussex Tool and Supply.

Kelvin was quite the jokester. He loved telling jokes and making people laugh. He was a talented cook. If there was ever anyone in need, Kelvin was there to lend a hand.

Kelvin is survived by his wife Cathy; children Joe and William Orton; father Joe (Linda) Orton; mother Loretta (the late Vic) Prevatt. He is further survived by his brother Derek Orton; parents-in-law Ross (Noreen) Cheesman; sister-in-law Betsy (Tony) Sardina; and brother-in-law Robert (Angie) Cheesman; and many other relatives and dear friends.

Visitation was held on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at CRESS SUN PRAIRIE. If you were not able to join us in person, please register at the following link to view Kelvin’s service: https://event.forgetmenotceremonies.com/ceremony?c=7c91649c-8aa7-42e8-8f78-8a6d97629f1f
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Becky S. Stratton

Becky S. Stratton, 67, of Dubuque, died Monday, February 21, 2022, at her home in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

Becky was born January 27, 1955, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Bud and Betty Lou (Thoeni) Hunt. She married Don Stratton in 1987.  He passed away on January 5, 2012.

She graduated from Dubuque Hempstead High School.

Becky worked as a press operator at Regency for 20 years.  She then went on to work in the fast food industry as a manager for Burger King.

Becky enjoyed crafting and giggling, loved horses, dogs, camping and decorating.  Becky enjoyed the simpleness of things being able to enjoy a great sunset with friends and family.  She always enjoyed family get-together’s and her time with Don.

Survivors include two sons, Joseph (Sarah Blindert) Knabel and Jeremy Knabel, both of Dubuque; sister, Bonnie K. (Rick) Stratton of Dubuque; brother, Bob J. (Sandy) Hunt of St. Donatus; two grandchildren, Ben & Maddie Knabel; mother-in-law, Rose Stratton of Maquoketa and nieces & nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Don; her parents and father-in-law, Bob Stratton.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Becky’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Frederick J. Pape Jr.

Frederick J. Pape Jr., 86, of Dubuque, passed away Sunday, February 20, 2022, at home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, February 25, at Church of the Nativity with Msgr. Jim Miller officiating. Burial will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, New Vienna, where military honors will be accorded. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, February 24, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, where there will be a parish wake service at 6:30 p.m.

Frederick was born July 16, 1935, the son of Fred and Abeline (Pasker) Pape Sr. He graduated from Loras Academy and later from Loras College. Fred served in the U.S. Army.

He married Nancy Richman on May 21, 1958 at Church of the Nativity, Dubuque. She preceded him in death on November 19, 2017, after 59 years of marriage.

Fred was employed for many years at American Trust & Savings Bank as Senior Vice President, and at Farber Bag & Supply in multiple roles.

Fred was an avid sports fan, and especially enjoyed cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals, Chicago Bears, and the Iowa Hawkeyes. In his prime he enjoyed golfing.

Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Tami (Pape) Bozarth of Dallas, TX, and Michael (Penny) Pape of Hampshire, IL; his grandchildren, Jeffery (Jenifer) Bozarth, Victoria Bozarth, and Matthew Bozarth, all of Dallas, TX,  Brandon (Fiancée Jackie Loveless) Pape of Dubuque, Chloe Brown, of Ames, and Mackenna Brown, of Hampshire, IL; and his great grandchildren, Sebastian, William, Carter, Noah, Lorelai, and Mila.

In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents; a son-in-law, William Bozarth; and his parents-in-law, Ralph and Naomi Richman.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Church of the Nativity or Hospice of Dubuque.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at MercyOne Critical Care Unit and the Cancer Center; Hospice of Dubuque; Dr. Raymond Roewe, Dr. Eric Engelman, Dr. Ryan Stille, and Dr. RS Ramabadran for their excellent care of Fred over the years.

Clyde L. Bradley

Clyde L. Bradley, Jr. 86, of Dubuque passed away Monday February 21, 2022, at Stonehill Care Center.

Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 24, 2022, at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595 Rockdale Road, with a service to conclude at 7:00 p.m.

Clyde was born on November 11, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Clyde and Helen (Lebben) Bradley Sr.  He married Donna Mae Lang on February 5, 1955, at Sacred Heart Church in Dubuque. He worked at an assembler at Dubuque John Deere Tractor Works until his retirement and was a member of the UAW Local #94.

Clyde loved the outdoors especially hunting and fishing or just spending time on the river.

He is survived by his four children: Rick Bradley, of Dubuque, Vicki (Ray) Doyle, of Darlington, WI, Tim (Jana) Bradley, of Hayward, WI, and Jody (Pat) Maas, of Dubuque; his 9 grandchildren Ricki, Shelly, Tara, Mitch, Joe, Amy, Ben, Mike, and Nick; and his 17 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Clyde and Helen, his wife Donna Mae, a son Terry, two grandchildren Austin and Violet Maas, and a sister Patricia Carter.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stonehill Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque especially his guardian angel’s Nicole and Peggy for all the great care they gave to our Dad and Grandpa.

Robert A. Burgmeier

Daniel R. Sertle

Daniel R. Sertle, 62, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family Saturday morning, February 19, 2022. A celebration of life will begin at Noon, Saturday, February 26, 2022, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena, IL, where friends may call after 9 AM until Noon. Military honors will be presented immediately following by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193. Burial will be at later date. Cremation rites have been accorded.

He was born in Dubuque, IA on October 5, 1959, one of eight children to Max Sr. and Corrine (Knautz) Sertle. Dan attended St. Mary’s Grade School and left Galena High School to join the United States Army in 1977. He received his honorable discharge in 1980. Dan went on to earn his GED and attended Highland Community College for HVAC. He married Ann M. Holman of Galena on June 21, 1980, at First Presbyterian Church, Galena. Dan worked in the HVAC industry his entire life and co-owned Holland Heating & Air Conditioning, Galena, for over twenty years. He had various hobbies such as gardening and working in his yard over the years. Dan enjoyed working in his woodshop and made all kinds of things for his home. He was a proud and life-long Bears fan. In his younger years, he enjoyed fishing on the Mississippi River and in recent years became a Blackstone grill master. He enjoyed spending summer nights looking towards the sky through his telescope. Dan loved science fiction books, movies, and television shows. He was a member of the Galena Elks Lodge and Eagles Club. Dan started the Pirate’s Closet at Dillon’s Bar which helped school-age kids in need of supplies and clothing. Every morning he met with friends, who were like family, at Dillon’s for breakfast to solve the world’s problems.

Dan is survived by his wife, Ann; two children who he loved dearly and was very proud of, Kelli (Chris) Jackson of Galena, IL and Jesse Sertle of Sun Prairie, WI, and two grandchildren who he adored and loved very much, Dylan and Skylar Jackson, one brother, Rick Sertle, of East Dubuque, IL; four sisters, Paula (Philip) Soppe, Patty (Bob) Nolan, Jackie (David) Frank, all of Galena, and JoAnn Woodall of Clearwater, FL, numerous nieces, and nephews. He will be missed by Bunny, his beloved yellow lab, who laid by his side until his very last day.

Dan was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Max Jr., and John Sertle, one nephew, Nicholas, and his in-laws, John (Margaret) Holman.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque for their kindness and compassion and to his extended family at Dillon’s. The family request memorials be given to Pirate’s Closet or to the nearest animal shelter in Dan’s memory.

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

Lorraine May

Lorraine May, 93, formerly of  Decatur, Illinois, whom resided with her daughter, Nancy Richard- Spray in Cascade  passed away Sunday, February 20, 2022 at Accura Healthcare in Cascade, Iowa.

Visitation for Lorraine will be held from 9 to Noon at the Reiff Funeral Home on Tuesday, March 1, 2022.

Services for Lorraine will be held at 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at the Cornerstone Church in Cascade, Iowa, with Pastor Tony Foeller presiding.  Burial will be held in Cascade Community Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.

She was  born May 5, 1928 in Decatur, Illinois, daughter of William and Goldie (McDaniel) Deardorff.

Lorraine loved playing Bingo, volley ball, doing seek and find work books, and was an avid fan of John Wayne Movies.  Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and her church family.

She is survived by four children, Nancy (Pete) Spray of Cascade, IA, Betty (Harold) Hayes of Grove City, OH, Bill Carter and Kenny Carter both of Decatur, IL; four grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 6 great great grandchildren and one sister, Francis.

She is preceded in death by her parents; three brothers and nine sisters.

An online video may be viewed and online condolences sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Anyone unable to attend may send memorials to Reiff Funeral Home, ATTN; Lorraine May family, P.O. Box 430, Cascade, Iowa  52033.