Obituaries Archive

Ronald E. Bock

Ronald E. “Ron” Bock, 70, of Asbury, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 19, 2021, at University of Iowa Hospital.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 23, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, where friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. until the time of service.  Mass will be live-streamed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home Facebook page. Masks are required at church. Interment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be left for the family at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Ron was born December 30, 1950 in Dubuque, the son of Earl J. and Edith A. (Czipar) Bock. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School with the class of 1969, and went on to earn his B.A. in Speech Communications from Luther College. He married Lisa A. Welu on June 7, 1975 in Dubuque.

Ron started his career at KDTH/Radio Dubuque, and went on to work at  KDUB TV, Teleconnect, Dialnet, Business Telephone Supply, Queen B Radio, and finally at Radio Dubuque, where he was the News Director. Ron loved radio, and news was his passion.

Ron was very involved with the Noon Optimist Club, serving as two time Past President. He loved being “OohHoo” to his grandkids.

Ron is survived by his wife, Lisa, of Asbury; his son Aaron (Amanda) Bock and their son, Jax, all of Middleton, WI, his son Luke (Lizzy) Bock and their children Carson and Layla, all of Dubuque; two sisters Roberta Volkmann and Robyn Newtson, both of Springfield, IL; sister-in-law, Eleanor Bock of Wayzata, MN; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tim and Sue Welu of Dubuque; and his nieces and nephews.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Robert; two brothers-in-law, Carl Volkmann and Richard Newtson; his parents-in-law R. Jack Welu and Dorothy Welu Breitbach; his step-father-in-law, Donald Breitbach; and his aunts and uncles, including a special aunt, Dorothea Warren.

Memorials may be made to the Noon Optimist Club.

Susan M. Bowen

Susan M. “Sue” (Klaeska) Bowen, age 59, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away at 11:12 p.m., on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at home after a lengthy illness, surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Sue’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Monday, March 22, 2021, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Due to COVID-19 concerns, all who attend will be required to wear a face covering, and are asked to please maintain social distancing practices.  To honor Sue’s life, funeral services will be held immediately following visitation at 7:00 p.m., on Monday at Behr Funeral Home, with Rev. Marshall Rush officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery at a later date following cremation.

Susan was born on May 23, 1961, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Carl F. and Jeanne M. (Vincent) Klaeska Jr.

Susan was born and raised in Dubuque where she graduated from Dubuque Senior High School.  After school, she went to work with the Great American Cookie Company and C.J. Banks, which became Christopher Banks, at the Kennedy Mall.  She also worked at the Locust Street Hy-Vee, Champps Restaurant, and was lastly employed with UnityPoint Finley Hospital as a registrar, before retiring due to health issues in 2017.  On September 24, 2010, she was united in marriage to the love of her life, Reece Bowen, at Eagle Point Park.  They were very blessed to celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary together last year.  In her free time, Sue enjoyed playing Bingo and working jigsaw, word and Sudoku puzzles.  She also liked sitting quietly working on her latest craft project or watching her favorite movies.  Everyone who knew Sue also knew that Candy Crush was her game of choice.  She truly loved spending time with her family, friends, and her beloved dogs, Chico and Chloe.  Sue was a wiz in the kitchen who loved organizing family gatherings and potlucks.  She was known to regularly take her creations to work to share with her friends and co-workers, sometimes before Reece got his fill of the cookies.  Sue was a kind and gentle soul, always happy no matter what she was doing or what the day brought.  She was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish Sue’s memory include

her loving husband,
Reece Bowen, Dubuque, IA;

her step-daughter,
Brittani Bowen, Dubuque, IA;

her siblings,
Shelly (Ross) Hall, Davenport, FL,
Sheree (Frank) Miller Jr., Dubuque, IA,
Stacie (Tim) Larsen, Dubuque, IA
and Carl Klaeska III, Davenport, FL;

her in-laws,
Ronald (Cindy) Bowen, VA,
Ellen (David) Rath, Dubuque, IA,
Lisa McSpadden, VA,
Teresa (Richard) Hardwick, Dubuque, IA,
Carey Bowen, Dubuque, IA,
Lesa Bowen, MI
and Raymond Decker, MO;

and several nieces and nephews.

Sue was preceded in death by her parents; and her in-laws, Donald Bowen, Denise Decker.

Sue’s family would like to thank Dr. Munga, and nurse Jody, from the University of Iowa; the nurses from St. Croix Hospice, and all of her Finley family for their love, kindness, support and friendship throughout the years.

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

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

Milo G. Kettmann

Milo G. Kettmann, 78, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Luther Manor-Hillcrest Campus in Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 19, 2021 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Peter Snieg officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. There will be no public visitation. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family.

Milo was born on Mary 10, 1942 in Dubuque, IA, the son of Milo and Gladys (Oswald) Kettmann, Sr. He was a graduate of Wahlert High School. Milo married Mary Herst of East Dubuque on September 4, 1965 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque.

His years were spent working as a crane operator at Dubuque Tank Terminal, later unloading trucks at Walmart in Dubuque, and lastly stocking shelves at Hy-Vee on Locust St. in Dubuque.

Milo enjoyed cooking and baking.  His specialities were cloverleaf rolls, coffeecake, and snickerdoodle cookies. Lawn mowing, container gardening, and fishing on his pontoon boat were high on his list.  Bluegills and crappies swam for their lives when he was on the water! Favorite books for him were Clive Cussler novels.

He was a man who valued friendship and honesty from people.

Survivors include his wife Mary; daughter Monica; sister, Jeri; two grandsons, Jordan and Jarod and two granddaughters, Jesi & Madison; nieces and nephews. His poodle Milly will miss him terribly.

Milo was preceded in death by his son, Matthew, his parents, stepmother, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, a nephew, and four brothers-in-law.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Clarity Clinic of Dubuque.

Mary wishes to send special thanks to the nurses and staff at Mercy One Dubuque 4th floor and Luther Manor for caring for Milo.

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

Steven W. Thul

Steven William Thul, 62, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully on March 14, 2021 at home surrounded by his loved ones. A private family service will be held at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com.

Steve was born on March 1, 1959 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Dean and Patricia (Schuller) Thul. He graduated from Senior High School in 1977, attended Loras College for a few years until accepting a position with UPS in Dubuque where he drove for 39 years, retiring in 2017.

He married Jill Ann Meyer on June 28, 1986 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Dubuque. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Dubuque and was a very proud member of the North End Gun Club in Hazel Green, WI, where he enjoyed many Miller Lites on Sundays with his closest friends.

Growing up on a farm, Steve loved being outside and tinkering around on motorcycles and cars. He loved music and attended many concerts over the years and recently loved watching virtual shows on the weekends with his family.

Steve was one of a kind, a loving husband, father, brother, son and friend. He did not have a mean bone in his body, his laid back personality made anyone who encountered him feel at ease. He will be missed dearly.

Steve is survived by his loving wife Jill; three children Jordan Thul, of Dubuque, Alaina (Shawn) McGinnis, of Dubuque, and Garrett Thul, of Des Moines, IA. his first long awaited grandchild due in July; his father Dean; brothers Jon and Mike and his sister Tonya George.

He was preceded in death by his mother Patricia; father-in-law Jim “Poppy” Meyer and mother-in-law Virginia “Ginny” Meyer along with his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Donations may be made to the Dubuque Humane Society in Steve’s name.

A special thank you to the doctors and staff at Grand River Medical Center especially Dr. George Isaac and Dr. Andrew Bland and his wife “Jillsy” who always took the best care of him.

Carol L. Lorenz (Willis)

Carol Lynn Lorenz (Willis), 73, of Dubuque, gained her angel wings and passed away peacefully after a short illness on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at 7:50 pm, at Unity Point Trinity Hospital in Rock Island, Illinois surrounded by her loving family.

Celebration of Life Services for Carol will be held in June and will be announced. Arrangements are entrusted to Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Road, Dubuque. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Carol was born on September 15, 1947 in Dubuque, daughter of Lester and Hazel (Jungwirth) Willis. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1964 and married Richard A. Lorenz on October 7, 1967 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Dubuque. They had four children.

Prior to her marriage, Carol worked in the advertising department of Roshek’s Department Store. She was later employed with the Dubuque Community School District for 20 years, where she served as a secretary at Washington Junior High, Irving and Eisenhower Elementary schools and athletic secretary at The Forum.

Carol most recently served as President of the local PEO Chapter IK and was instrumental in establishing  Zoom meetings to engage members during the pandemic. She also served for many years as a volunteer and head buyer at Unity Point Finley Hospital gift shop, and most recently at the MercyOne gift shop.

Carol was a true matriarch to the family as well as a devoted wife, mother and grandmother to 11 grandchildren. She was a true caretaker and was kind, gentle, passionate about life and the things she loved most. She loved cooking, baking, sewing, canning, gardening, reading and so many other things. She was a beautiful soul and will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her in life.

Carol is survived by her husband, Richard “Dick” Lorenz of Dubuque, David (Aimee) Lorenz of Sioux City, Iowa, Susan Lorenz of Dubuque, Sara Crampton of Dubuque, Karen (Dave) Schumacher of Dubuque and eleven grandchildren: Carson and Olivia Lorenz; Helena, Lauren and Christopher Sawvel; Meggan, Collin and Hannah Crampton; and Gavyn, Adrey and Garrett Schumacher, her brother Robert (Marilyn) Willis of Freeport, Illinois, Sally Schmelzle of Freeport, Illinois, and James Willis of Kansas City Missouri.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lester and Hazel Willis and her brother Paul Willis.

Carol will forever be missed by her loving family and friends.

Memorials may be made to St. Peter Lutheran Church and the Local PEO IK Chapter.

The Family would like to thank Unity Point Finley Hospital and Grand River Medical Center in Dubuque, and the doctors at Unity Point Trinity Hospital in Rock Island Illinois.

Marjorie M. Sieverding

Marjorie M. “Marge” Sieverding, 85, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at Hawkeye Care Center in Asbury.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Marge will be 11:00 am Thursday, March 18, 2021, at Church of the Nativity with Father Andy Upah as the Celebrant. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until 11:00 am at the church. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Marjorie’s family. Masks are required, and we ask that you please respect our current social distancing requirements. Entombment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. 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.

Marjorie was born May 4, 1935, in Dubuque, the daughter of Ray Reynold and Agnes Gotto Kramer. On November 6, 1954, she married Richard P. Sieverding in Church of the Nativity. He died January 3, 2014.

She worked in the kitchen at Mazzuchelli Catholic Middle School and Walhert High School.

She was a member of Church of the Nativity, the Rosary Society, and Mary Queen of the Angels Mother’s Club. She was a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes and enjoyed having a clean and tidy home.  Above all else she cherished time with grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Michael J. Sieverding of Marshall, WI, and James J. (Kim) Sieverding of Muscatine, IA, two daughters, Debra A. (Terry) Gothard of Readlyn, IA, and Patricia A. (Steve) Heinberg of Muscatine, IA; eight grandchildren, Tara (Mike) Karas, Michael (Crystal) Gothard, Nathan (Heather) Gothard, Brent Sieverding, Marcus Sieverding, Megan (Zach) Mullen, Patrick Heinberg, Kristi Heinberg; eight great-grandchildren, Makayla, Halle Jo, Macie, Nicholas, Mira, Madi, Emily, and Alyssa; two brothers, Robert Kramer of Dubuque, and Joe (Judy) Kramer of Muscatine, IA; three sisters, Pat Kramer of Dubuque, Karen Seeley of Dubuque, and Mary (Bob) Hood of Ankeny, IA; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, William Kramer, and in-laws, Donnabelle Kramer, Jim Seeley, Arlene and Lawrence Kane and one nephew Donald Kramer.

Special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, Hawkeye Care Center and Dr. Andrea Ries and her staff, Donna Wiederholt her lifelong guardian angel and Pat Kramer for all of their love and concern.

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

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

Florian Tigges, Jr.

Florian Tigges, Jr. 83, of Asbury, died Sunday, March 14, 2021, at his home.

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road. Masks are required, and we ask that you please respect our current social distancing requirements. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Florian’s family. The Mass of Christian Burial for Florian will be 10:30 am Thursday, March 18, 2021, at the Church of the Resurrection with Father Phil Gibbs as the Celebrant. Masks are required, and we ask that you please respect our current social distancing requirements. Burial will be in Asbury Cemetery in Asbury. 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.

Florian was born October 9, 1937, in Dubuque County, the son of Florian George, Sr. and Henrietta Ann Valentine Tigges. On April 28, 1962, he married Sandra “Sandy” S. Montag in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in East Dubuque, IL. She died November 1, 2017.

He graduated from St. Columbkille’s High School in 1955 and Loras College in 1959 with a degree in Business Administration.

Florian was a Tax Accountant for Honkamp Krueger and Co.

He was a volunteer fireman and member of the board for the Asbury Fire Department for nearly 50 years and managed the Maple Hills Water Corporation in Asbury. He was an avid collector, collecting items such as pocket knives, pocket watches, and lighters that he gifted to his grandchildren. He was a sports fan especially of the Chicago Bulls and Iowa Hawkeyes. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed gardening, camping, fishing, and hunting. He enjoyed playing cards and poker and taking long drives and day trips. In his later years, you may have seen him in his electric wheelchair in Asbury visiting his beloved Sandy in Asbury Cemetery or just out for a long ride. Above all else, Florian cherished time spent with his beloved family.

Survivors include two sons, Rob (Teresa) Tigges of Key West, and Steve (Paula) Tigges of Marshfield, WI; four daughters, Amy (Doug) Wagner of Asbury, Molly (Tom) Coyle of Sherrill, Jenny (Dave) Schrobilgen of Dubuque, and Susan (Steven) Swift of Monticello; 19 grandchildren, Doug, Tyler, Drew, and Quinn Wagner, Nick, Tom, Trisha, and Scott Tigges, Maggie, Carlee, Jolee, and Arriana Coyle, Matt and Ben Schrobilgen, and Lorna (Luke) Meyer, Lainey, Will, Chris, and Anabell Swift; three great-grandchildren, Henry, Thea, and Hattie; one brother, Robert ‘Bob’ (Pat) Tigges, and four sisters, Barbara (Chuck) Pruter, Sharon Johannes, Jackie Tigges, and Suzanne (Jim) Heinle; and numerous nieces and nephews and brothers and sisters in-law.

Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Beth Tigges.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

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

Thomas J. Coakley

Thomas J. Coakley, 89, of Maquoketa passed away at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics on Sunday, March 14, 2021, after a sudden illness.

A memorial mass celebrating Tom’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Monday, March 22, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. A private burial will be at St. Lawrence Cemetery, in Otter Creek.

He was born to Lee and Ida Coakley on their family farm at Otter Creek, on July 12, 1931. He attended the St. Lawrence Catholic School through the 10th grade where he was a mass server, likely laying the ground work for being a devout Catholic all his life. He then graduated from Maquoketa High School with the class of 1949, where he was active in sports especially basketball and baseball.

Following graduation, he was selected first baseman with the Junior Legion Baseball League. While playing baseball throughout the area he also farmed with his father. During this time, he met Lois Manderscheid and they were married in September of 1952. Tom and Lois’s love of horses carried over to their whole family being involved with trail rides and competing in horse shows and horse racing.

Tom made the decision to quit dairying and took a job with the Maquoketa Schools as bus driver and grounds keeper for 18 years. In retirement, Lois and Tom learned to play golf and were able to do some extensive traveling. They moved to Swagosa Drive in Maquoketa for 11 years, before moving to Arkansas in 1995. They enjoyed traveling with friends, golfing nearly every day and playing in numerous card clubs for 19 years before moving back to Maquoketa in 2014.

After a very happy, full life Tom is survived by his wife Lois; four daughters and one son, Carol Lee Coakley, New Mexico, Kathy Van’t Hul, Colorado, Sue (Douglas) Goodall, Delmar, Kim (Lewis) Palumbo, Texas and John (Bonnie) Coakley, Otter Creek; 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Paul Perrin and Karl (Ginny) Manderscheid; sisters-in-law, Carma Homjak and Ruth (Jim) Gartner; and numerous nieces and nephews. Tom was predeceased by his parents, two sisters, Maree Lois and Mary Perrin and numerous other relatives.

Tom was predeceased by his parents, two sisters, Maree Lois and Mary Perrin and numerous other relatives.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be sent to Carson Celebration of Life Center, 318 West Pleasant Street, Maquoketa, Iowa 52060 c/o the Thomas J. “Tom” Coakley Family.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family. Please feel free to call or stop at the funeral home with notes of support or leave words of comfort on the funeral home website at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Virginia L. Johnson

Virginia L. Johnson, 80, of Dubuque, died Friday, March 12, 2021, at the Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

A prayer service will be held at 3:30 pm followed by visitation until 7:00 pm on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Road. Masks are required, and we ask that you please respect our current social distancing requirements.  If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Virginia’s family.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Virginia will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Ghost Catholic Church with Father Steven Garner as the Celebrant. Masks are required, and we ask that you please respect our current social distancing requirements. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery in Key West . 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.

Virginia was born April 29, 1940, in Dubuque, the daughter of Charles and Anna (Tobin) McDonough. On May 7, 1960, she married Richard E. Johnson at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Dubuque.

Virginia graduated from St. Joseph High School and went on to raise a family of four loving children, Patty, Jim, Ron and Tom.

She enjoyed playing bingo, spending time at the casino, traveling, but most importantly spending time with her kids and grandchildren and attending their sporting events.

Virginia was a member of Holy Spirit Parish – Holy Ghost Catholic Church, as well as the former Rosary Society President, and Power of Prayer Chapel.  She enjoyed volunteering with ManorCare Bingo and working Bingo at Holy Ghost Catholic Church.

Survivors include her husband, Richard of Dubuque; one daughter, Patty (Larry) Oberbroeckling, of Dubuque; three sons, Jim (Lisa Barton) Johnson, Ron (Laura) Johnson and Tom (Julie) Johnson, all of Dubuque; grandchildren, Jason Oberbroeckling, Megan Oberbroeckling, Cassidy Johnson, Jenna Johnson, Chris Johnson, TJ Johnson, Jack Johnson and Ella Johnson; great-grandchildren, Kaycee Oberbroeckling, Quinley Johnson and Sloan Johnson; two brothers, Lou McDonough and Bill McDonough, both of Dubuque; three sisters-in-law, Pat Marish, of Lone Rock, WI, Connie McDonough of Dubuque and Jan McDonough of Key West and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Francis “Mac” McDonough, Jack (Frannie) McDonough and Tom McDonough; one sister, Mary (Loras) Grant; two sisters-in-law, Rita McDonough and Gerry McDonough and three brothers-in-law, Tom, Eldon and Merlin Johnson.

A memorial has been established.

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

Maggie E. Pearce

Maggie Elizabeth Pearce, 25, of Asbury, passed away Thursday, March 11, 2021, at her home in Asbury.

A visitation will be held Monday, March 15, 2021, from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. Masks are required, and we ask that you please respect our current social distancing requirements.  If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a message to Maggie’s family.

The funeral service for Maggie will be 12:00 pm, Monday, March 15, 2021, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Father David Flanagan as the officiant. Burial will be in Saint Francis de Sales Catholic Church Cemetery in Hazel Green. The service 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.

Maggie was born February 22, 1996, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Daniel Pearce and Pilar Swift. She graduated from Dubuque Hempstead and went on to attend and graduate from NICC with her Associates of Nursing.  Maggie worked as a nurse for Ennoble Nursing and Rehabilitation.

Our Maggie Sunshine Girl loved hanging out with her family;Thanksgiving was her favorite holiday because it meant just spending time with her mom, Mol, and Jack. Highlights of Maggie’s life include camping, vacationing with her Uncle John and his family, and going to the Dells. Maggie was a compassionate, hard-working, intelligent young woman who was dedicated to providing loving care to her elderly patients and to Nathaniel’s boys, Kobe and Daylen. An avid Packer fan, Mags was the first to send out a text to the rest of the family about just how this team should be coached and managed! Maggie loved music and singing aloud, but according to her beloved, Nathaniel, “She did not have the best voice, but she sure would try.” Playing euchre, conducting word searches with her glitter pens, driving her Mustang, snuggling her kitties, Chow and Rousey, and eating heaps of mashed potatoes and gravy were among her favorite activities. We will miss her sarcastic sense of humor and the sunshine that radiated from her sweet smile. Maggie and Nathaniel were expecting their first child, whom they called “our girl, baby Isla.” To Nathaniel, Maggie will forever be “my pretty girl.”

Survivors include her fiancé, Nathaniel Hargrove, of Asbury; Nathaniel’s sons, Kobe and Daylen; mother, Pilar (Tracy Wiegal) Swift; sister, Molly (Travis Heiar) Pearce; brother, Jackson Pearce, and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins who adored her.

She is preceded in death by her father, Daniel Pearce.

A memorial has been established.

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

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

Joan M. Genz

Joan Marie Genz, 56, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on March 10, 2021 at home surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, March 14th, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 1:00 p.m. Please remember to wear your face mask and it is requested by the family that you dress casual. In honor of Joan the family will be wearing Chicago Bears, Cubs or Iowa Hawkeye attire.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, at Holy Spirit Parish, Sacred Heart Church with Rev. Mark Kwenin officiating. A live stream of the funeral mass will be on the funeral home Facebook page. Burial will be at a later date in Linwood Cemetery.

Joan was born on July 1, 1964 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Joseph and Ann (Kegler) Genz. She graduated from Hempstead High School in 1983.

Joan loved and was well loved by her family and friends. She was very involved with helping with nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. She would often host sleepovers for any child who wished to stay. They would watch movies, eat popcorn, play and stay up late. You had to watch where you walked at night to avoid stepping on a child.

She was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bear fan along with the Iowa Hawkeyes. She rarely missed a game whether it be in person or on tv. She loved spending time with her long-time friend Sherry Bailey, and they remained close when Sherry moved away. She also love to go kayaking with her brother and his wife, and really enjoyed watching the wildlife.

Joan worked as a bindery crew leader at Woodward Printing for 33 years; and she enjoyed volunteering for the Quarter Century Parties held yearly for employees.

She had her fur baby, Angel who was near and dear to her heart.

Joan is survived by her brother Don (Janet) Genz, of Dubuque; sisters Sharon Koster, of Dubuque, Jane (Jim) Bakey, of Sherrill, IA, Julie (Tom) McDonald of Dodgeville, WI and Patricia (Todd) Miller, of Brooklyn, WI. Her nieces and nephews; Jill Becker, Jodie Koster, Kelli Jones, Kathi Riemer, Pete Genz, Jesse Bakey, Jenna Frederick, Travis McDonald, Britini Slaght, Cody Skahill, Jake Skahill, Ashley Miller, Ann Miller, and Christopher Miller; great nieces and nephews Jayden, Erik, Jill, Logan, Mason, Ella, Joey, Julian, Myles, Aubrey, Anna, Caroline, Andrew, Lily, Lyla, Kylie, Rose, Tyler, Jaxon and Jake. Her long-time friend Sherry Bailey and her fur baby Angel.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters Kim and Jenni; great niece Katie and brother-in-law Bob Koster.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque especially Peggy, Jeanette, Megan and Diane; also, to MercyOne Cancer Center; Dr. Eric Engelman and his nurses for all their kindness and special care.

Joan was truly a blessing to our family and will be deeply missed. As Joan would often say “It is what it is”, “family, love, joy, faith, hope, peace”, and lastly “Love Always.”

Memorials may be given to MercyOne Cancer Center or Hospice of Dubuque.

David J. Weber

David Jay “Spider” Weber, 63 of Dubuque, IA was called home by the hands of the Lord Saturday, March 6th, 2021.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 16th, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, followed by a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. Burial will take place at a later date in Linwood Cemetery. A live stream of the funeral service will be on the funeral home Facebook page.

David was born on May 28, 1957 in Dubuque, the son of Simon “Pete” Weber and Mary Haigh.

David spent his life showing his love for cars; he is commonly known for his Auto body and Custom Paint skills. David was a proud, active member in Narcotics Anonymous with 15 amazing years of clean time when he passed.

David is survived by his Son, David Jr. (Kellee) Weber; his daughters, Jenna Mary Weber,

Jessica (Andrew) Hoag, Jackalyn Hoag, and Jillian O’Dell; his grandchildren, Gwendolyn

Weber, Dominick Jay, Jamison Martin, Ellyana Gross, Owen and Sawyer Brokus; his siblings John (Marlene) Weber, Tom (Sharon) Weber, Richard (Norma) Weber, Donald (Jane) Weber and many nieces and nephews.

David was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Ronald (Beverly) Weber; his sister MaryAnne (Chuck) Schumacher; and his granddaughter Evelynn Jade Weber.

The family would like to thank the Dubuque area Narcotics Anonymous and The S.O.U.R.C.E fellowship for the continued love and support over the years, you all were family to David.

Ronald G. Harris

Ronald G. Harris, 73 of Galena, IL passed away Thursday, March 4, 2021, at his niece’s residence in Lake Havasu City, AZ. Funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena. Friends may call after 10 AM until the time of service. Social distancing, capacity limits, and mask requirements will be encouraged. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Galena, where military honors will be accorded graveside by the VFW and American Legion Post of Galena.

He was born July 27, 1947, in Galena the son of Albert and Bernice (Holland) Harris. Ron served during Vietnam in the United States Army from November 3, 1966, until his honorable discharge on November 29, 1968. He worked on the barges in the East Coast, the mines in Wisconsin, and Lemfco foundry, Galena until his retirement in 2012.

Ron enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, gardening, going to the casino, and collecting coins and various items. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan.

Ron is survived by his sister, Jean Harris, of Galena, brother, Charles “Duke” Harris, of AZ, sister-in-law, Susan Harris of Lake Havasu City, three nephews, Chuck (Laura) Harris, Mike (Sonja) Harris, and Paul Harris, two nieces, Jodi (Jon) Schoenhardt and Cari (Dan) Hulscher, several great-nieces and nephews, and his aunt, Jane Foecking, of Galena.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Jennifer, brother, Floyd, and aunts and uncles.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the doctors, surgeons, and nurses, of Mercy One Cancer Center, Dubuque, University of Iowa Oncology, the Hospice nurses of Lake Havasu City Hospice, and Jodi (Jon) Schoenhardt.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Rose M. Pixler

Rose Marie Pixler, 91, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on March 7th, 2021 at Stonehill Care Center.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Friday, March 12th, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost Church with Rev. Steven Garner officiating. Burial will follow in Linwood Cemetery. Please remember to wear your face mask.

Rose was born on May 8, 1929 in Dubuque, IA the daughter of John “Jack” and Mayme (Wilhelm) Schumacher. She married Howard Pixler on October 15, 1971 in Las Vegas.

She loved yard work and creating beautiful gardens; when her work was complete, she enjoyed looking over it while watching the sunset. She enjoyed a glass of iced tea and reading a good book to pass time.

Rose was a member of Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost church and loved attending church regularly.

She is survived by her two daughters Sandra Tripp and Mary Frommelt along with grandchildren and great grandchildren who were close to her heart. She is also survived by her sister Anna Mae (James) Lewis and many nieces and nephews.

Rose was preceded in death by her parents; her sister June Herzberg; two brothers in infancy; her husband Howard Pixler; her grandson Jeremy Zimmerman and her beloved dog, Bailey.

The family would like to thank Stonehill Care Center, Hospice of Dubuque and the staff at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital for all their wonderful care they gave to Rose.

Logan M. Potter

Logan Michael Potter, 32, of Dubuque, passed away on March 7th, 2021.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 11th, 2021 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A memorial sharing of memories will follow starting at 7:00 p.m. Burial will take place at a later date in St. Mary’s Cemetery in East Dubuque.

Logan was born on June 23rd, 1988 in Dubuque, the son of Kevin Potter and Susan Sarazin. He attended school in Dubuque, graduating from the 12th grade. He was employed at Nordstrom Distribution Center.

Logan loved hanging with his nieces and nephews, and spending time with his kids and his animals. He could brighten any situation with his sense of humor.

He is survived by his sons, Lealand and Liam Potter; his daughters, Willow Ohnesorge and Korah Miller; his parents, Kevin Potter and Susan Sarazin; siblings, Jarl Potter (Brainne Roddick), Matt (Tami) Sarazin, Dustin Potter, Queinson Potter (Heather Gott) and Crystal Waechter; 5 nieces, 4 nephews and many cousins; his uncle, Mark (Joyce) Sarazin; aunts, Julie (Ken) Aahrus and Mary Frances Gay along with his grandma, Barb Delaney.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leslie and Gloria Potter, David Sarazin; uncles, Danny Potter, David Potter, David Sarazin Jr.; and aunt Mitzi Potter.

A Logan Potter memorial fund has been established.