Obituaries Archive

Kerri J. Liddle

Kerri J (Schultz) Liddle, 45, of Dubuque passed away January 13, 2022.  Visitation will be from 4 to 8 pm Friday, January 21, at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road.  Funeral services will be 11 am Saturday at Grand View United Methodist Church, preceded by a visitation from 10 to 10:45 am at the church.  The service will be live streamed at Grandviewdubuque.org.

Kerri was born March 11, 1976 in Dubuque, daughter of Mike and Jeannie (Budde) Schultz.

She graduated from East Dubuque High School and worked for the Dubuque Best Western and Dubuque Janitorial for many years.

On August 16, 2008 she married Craig Liddle.

Kerri loved getting together with her friends and family whenever possible; especially the great Budde family picnics, and going up to her camper in Wisconsin.  She loved camping whenever she could get away, just to relax and hang out around a nice hot campfire, eating a few smores and being around her amazing friends and family at Bark River campground.

She also loved going out to the weekly races in Dubuque and going for motorcycle rides with her husband, because she knew it would probably end up with a stop at Dairy Queen for ice cream.

Halloween was one of Kerri’s favorite times of the year because she loved handing out candy to the trick or treaters.

Her son Brett was the world to her, and she cherished every minute they spent together, maybe having a little fun picking on Craig.  She also enjoyed spending time with her step-daughter, Destiny.

Kerri loved her mom, dad and three brothers more than they may ever know.  She also enjoyed spending time with her cousins and nieces and nephews whenever possible.

She was a devoted Disney fan, especially to Mickey Mouse.  People at one time or another were sure to see her wearing a Mickey Mouse t-shirt or sweatshirt.

Kerri also loved doing puzzles and going to bingo with her mom.

She is survived by her husband Craig Liddle; son, Brett Liddle; step-daughter, Destiny Goetzinger; Parents, Mike (fiancé Laura Schaul) Schultz and Jeannie (fiancé John Heinze) Schultz; three brothers, Chris (Amy), Cory, and Curt (Julie) Schultz; in laws, Carol (Al) Scolf and Terry (Sharon) Liddle; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, a Kerri Liddle memorial fund has been established.

For further information, or to leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Gene A. Suthers

Gene A. Suthers, 65, of Lost Nation, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, January 14, 2022, at The Ivy at Davenport in Davenport, Iowa.

A graveside service and burial celebrating Gene’s life will be held at 2 P.M., Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.  Cremation rites have been accorded.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

Gene Arthur Suthers was born on March 15, 1956 in Cllinton, Iowa, to Lyle F. and Ruby D. (Donaldson) Suthers.  He was a graduate of Maquoketa High School.  He married Jillian L. Keller on July 27, 1979 in Maquoketa, Iowa.  He had worked various jobs throughout the years, including as a mechanic and attendant at Bickford’s Gas Station in Maquoketa, and at the Tri-Stop in Lost Nation, electrician for McCutcheon’s, butcher for Neiber’s in Lost Nation, and lastly as a maintenance person for WADY’S in Maquoketa.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Those left to honor his memory include a son, Robert Suthers of Lost Nation, IA; a daughter; 6 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren; and brothers, John (Nancy) Suthers of Delmar, IA, and Paul (Michelle) Suthers of Louisiana.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Jillian on February 24, 2017

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

Lorraine L. Owen

Lorraine L. Owen, 95, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa, her home for the past nine years.

A celebration of Lorraine’s life will be held at 11 A.M., Friday, January 21, 2022, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa.

Lorraine Loleta Busch was born on January 27, 1926, in Nashville, Iowa, to Gerhardt and Bertha (Tamm) Busch.  She was a graduate of Maquoketa High School.  She married George Darrell Owen on September 9, 1944, in South Mills, North Carolina, while George was stationed in the Navy.  One son, Douglas Wayne was born to this union.

Lorraine had worked as a secretary at Clinton Engines Corporation in Maquoketa for 50 years and retired in 1993.  In retirement she worked part-time at CEC.

Lorraine loved to spend time with her family, going to the boat, reading, and crocheting.  She was a member of the Business Professional Women’s Club for several years, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary, and the WaTana Club.

Those left to honor her memory include a son and daughter-in-law, Douglas Wayne and Jeanne Owen of Maquoketa, IA; 2 grandchildren, Melissa (Steve) Bormann of LeClere, IA, and Chad (Sara) Owen of Minneapolis, MN; and 4 great-grandchildren, Chelsea (David) Nelson, Brandon Bormann, Ani Owen and Nora Owen; and one great-great-grandson due in July.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband George on September 17, 2012, an infant grandson Brent Douglas Owen, and 4 sisters Nina Weirup, Minnie Buck Druehl, Velma Duhme and Helen Hute.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Lorraine L. Owen memorial fund has been established.

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

Betty M. Fluhr

Betty Mae Fluhr, age 92, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 13, 2022 at the Bell Tower Retirement Community in East Dubuque.

Betty was born on May 30, 1929 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Theodore and Viola (Doerr) Tropf.  She was united in marriage to Robert “Bob” Fluhr on July 4, 1946 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque.

Together Bob and Betty ran The Bent Prop Marina in East Dubuque. They spent many years enjoying life on the Mississippi River with their boating companions. The whole community looked forward to the corn boils at the Bent Prop.

Later in life Betty enjoyed going to the Casino, Thursday nights out on the town, and long afternoon drives. While she was loved by many, Betty was never afraid to give her opinion.

Those left to cherish her memory include two sons, Gary (Marilyn McRee) and Bill; one daughter, Lisa (Todd Berggren) Williams; three grandchildren, Josh (Nicolle) Fluhr, Erin (Josh) Timmerman and Ryan (Terra) Fluhr; four great-grandchildren, Brock, Trevlin, Emerlee and Madyson.

A Celebration of Life will be held later this spring. Per Betty’s request, Frank Sinatra’s “I Did It My Way” will be played during the celebration.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the Bell Tower Memory Care Unit for taking great care of Betty these last few years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Viola, her husband, Bob Fluhr, siblings, Eugene, Donald and LaVon “Bonnie”; and her step-father, Lloyd Frank.

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

Vivian A. Achen

Vivian A. (Phillips) Achen, 83, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully at home on  Friday, January 14, 2022 embraced by the love of her family and caregivers.  Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Thursday, January 20, 2022 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue.  Visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:30 am, also Thursday, January 20, 2022 prior to Mass at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Services will be livestream on Facebook and YouTube: St. Joseph Bellevue-Sts. Peter & Paul Springbrook pages.

Vivian was born, May 13, 1938, the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Gretchen) Phillips.  She married Donald J. Achen on October 8, 1954, he passed on April 19, 2009.  They were married 55 years.  Vivian attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Bellevue.  She went on later in life to acquire her Real Estate License and worked for Bisping Realty for over 25 years.  Above all, Vivian’s love for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and her friends always came first and spending time with them.

Vivian had a contagious sense of humor along with a beautiful smile, and anyone that knew her well enjoyed her quick wit.

Vivian was a devoted Catholic and a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.  She volunteered for numerous church and school activities.  She at one time was a member of the church choir, participated in Teens Encounter with Christ (TEC) weekends, and serving hot lunch for the school children.  While raising her family, Vivian became a very talented seamstress, she often made cloths for her children, husband, and curtains for their homes.

In her retirement years, Vivian was extremely active, she would start her day walking the State Park Hill with her best friend, Donna Medinger.  She was an avid reader, enjoyed golfing, music and dancing.  Vivian enjoyed traveling and joined Friendship Forces.  Some of her travels included Europe, Chile, Africa, and China.  She to the end expressed her love and gratitude for her care to her family and caregivers.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her daughters, Jodie (George) Karapanian of California, Cathy (John) Novak of Cedar Rapids, and Lisa (Rod) Konrardy of Bellevue, and a son, Scott Achen of Davenport; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sisters in-law, Phyllis (Bob) Post and Jeanette Phillips.

Vivian was preceded in death by her parents; husband; 2 sons, James and Nick; siblings, Gerald, Donald (Lou), Cecile (Virgil), Rachel (Herb), Delores (Ken), and Evelyn (Bill); and a sister in-law, Donna (Ben) Southard.

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

The family would like to thank her caregivers, Wendy, Deanna, Jeanette, and Jane for their loving care and comfort of our mother and grandmother.

The Family respectfully requests masks be worn at the visitation and mass.

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

Patricia C. Kramer

Patricia “Pat” C. Kramer, 79 of Dubuque, passed away on January 14, 2022 with her family by her side.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Patricia will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Key West, Iowa. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery Dubuque. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Leonard Funeral home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd., Dubuque, IA where a wake service will be held at 3:00 p.m.

Patricia “Pat” Colleen Wallace was born July 1, 1942 at home in Janesville, Wisconsin.   She was the daughter of William A. and Marion B (Driscoll) Wallace. Pat was raised on the family farm near Bankston, Iowa.  She attended Bankston School and later, as a young thirteen-year-old teenager, moved to Dubuque where she worked and lived in order to support herself and attend high school.  She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1960.

She married Paul J. Kramer, January 3, 1976 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Worthington Iowa and together they raised a family in Dubuque. Pat worked in a variety of jobs in the Dubuque area during her adult life and was known as a tireless worker.  For the twenty years prior to her retirement, she worked as a Supervisor at the Loras College Pub.

Pat’s life centered on her love of God and her family. A hot meal was always on the table for her children and husband despite her demanding work life.  She supported her children’s athletic and academic endeavors and the vision for them to receive a college education.  She was a superb entertainer who routinely hosted large family gatherings with her sisters and brothers who were her best friends.  These gatherings always included a mix of delicious food, story-telling, joking and lots of laughter.  Pat loved to travel and joined Paul on many motorcycle adventures through the Midwest and Western United States.

Pat was a long-time member of St. Joseph’s Parish in Key West and she volunteered at Sisters of Charity BVM at Mt. Carmel, supporting the care of retired Nuns.

Pat is survived by her husband Paul of Dubuque and her children, Susan (Robert) Alvis of Carmel, Indiana; Daniel (Dawnya) Forler, Davenport Iowa; Carleen Forler, Tampa, Florida; Shawn (Carole) Forler, Canton Georgia; and Glen (Rachel) Kramer, Waterloo Iowa; two grandsons Daniel Alvis and Jacob Forler; her siblings, Marna Mausser, Maureen Grant; John Wallace; Kathleen (Harold) Werner; Terry (Marie) Wallace; Sharon (Pat) Casey; and Lucy (Ed) Tetmeyer, as well as numerous loving nieces, nephews and extended family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Nancy Forler, sisters Margaret “Peggy” Wallace and Shirley Fields and two brothers William Wallace and Tim Wallace.

Memorials may be made to her family.

Robert Fondell

Robert “Bob” Fondell, 82, of Dubuque, died Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque

Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory, 3860 Asbury Road.

The Funeral Service for Bob will be 10:00 am Friday, January 21, 2022, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory with Father Ron Friedell officiating. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Bob was born September 12, 1939, in Iowa City, the son of Lester Richard and Margaret Ann (Coonfare) Fondell. On June 2, 1962, he married Ruthie Ann Little in Holy Ghost Catholic Church. She passed away on August 3, 2005.

Bob worked for the Adams Company in the shipping and receiving department until his retirement after 40 years of service.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes and Dallas Cowboys, playing Euchre, listening to country music, singing karaoke, especially “Lookin for Love”, but most importantly,  he loved spending time with his grandchildren and family.  Due to Bob’s love of “chatting”, he enjoyed bartending at Tott’s Tap and conversing with patrons.

Survivors include three daughters, Lisa (Jerry) Tott of Dubuque, Amy (Ron) Davis of Cedar Rapids and Christy “Chris” (Kevin) Fondell-Delaney of Dubuque; seven grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; two brothers, Francis (Mary) Elliott, Jr. and Billy Elliott and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Ruthie; his parents; his step-father, Francis Elliott; one daughter, Mary Ann Fondell; one grandson, Matthew Tott and his eight siblings, Glen Curler, Arnold Curler, Carol Elliott, Arlene Grimstead, Dick Fondell, Pat Crossett, Roger Curler and Carl Curler.

The family wishes to express their great appreciation to the entire staff at Stonehill Care Center, especially Nurse Norma and Hospice of Dubuque.

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 Bob’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Herbert B. McKahin III

Herbert Blaker ‘Blake’ McKahin III, 83, of Dubuque, Iowa peacefully passed away surrounded by family at Finley Hospital in Dubuque on December 20, 2021 around 6:45 pm.

Services will be held at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church on January 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends may gather after 9:00 a.m. at the church until time of service. Burial will be at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Blake was born on October 24, 1938 in Waterloo, Iowa to Herbert Blaker ‘Hub’ McKahin, Jr and Gladys McKahin. He attended United Township High School in East Moline, IL where he was a member of the Bio-Chem Club and President of the Rifle Club. He graduated high school in 1956. Blake started his college career at Iowa State University in 1956 then transferred to Bradley University in 1958. He graduated in 1961 with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering. Before graduating from college, Blake started working at John Deere East Moline in 1960. When he graduated, he transferred to John Deere Dubuque Works and worked in the factory completing time studies. In late 1984, he started working for the competition Case IH. After 40 years of working he retired from Case as a Safety Engineer in 2000.  Blake was member of Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) during his entire working career. As a member of SAE, Blake was a part of the team that set the standards for ergonomics in agricultural equipment. He helped design the safety signage for agricultural equipment both in the US and internationally.

Blake married the love of his life Judith ‘Judy or Jude’ Ann (Hantelmann) McKahin on July 5, 1968 at Grandview UMC in Dubuque, Iowa. They enjoyed riding in the dune buggy Blake built. Blake and Jude traveled throughout Europe many times and enjoyed cruises with family and friends in the Caribbean. In 1971, they adopted their first child, Collin. Later adopted Megan in 1977. As a family, they enjoyed boating on the Mississippi and canoeing in the hand-built wood canoe. They loved going to Loon Lake Lodge every summer as well as many fishing and camping trips with friends.

Blake was a 32 degree Mason. He was a past Master of the Metropolitan Lodge. He was a Shriner at Kaaba Temple in Davenport, Iowa. Blake had many hobbies and interests. He loved riding his bike and partook in RAGRAI twice in his younger years. He was an excellent amateur photographer that came in handy with his many adventures traveling. As an engineer, he loved to tinker with things. If you needed a tool to fix something, most likely Blake had it. If you could not fix it, he would do it for you. Blake enjoyed his RC planes as a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics. Additionally, Blake was a great patron of the arts which started at young age when he learned to play the trombone. He was a past president of the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra Board. He supported the Bell Tower and UD Heritage Center.

Blake was survived by his wife, Jude McKahin of Dubuque; his children, Collin (Tania) McKahin of Folsom, CA and Megan McKahin of Dubuque; his granddaughters, Brooke McKahin of Albuquerque, NM, Alyssa McKahin of Folsom, CA, and Kelsey McKahin of Folsom, CA; his cousin, George (Laura) Albertus of St. Louis, MO; his brother and sisters-in-law, Mark (Kathy) Hantelmann and Lorie (Hantelmann) Foley of Dubuque and Mary (Jim) Schneider of League City, TX; his nieces and nephews, Emily (John) Shol, Matthew Hantelmann, Jack Foley, Seamus Foley, and Molly Foley of Dubuque; and his beloved dogs, Mimi and Gigi.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hub and Gladys; his in-laws, Eldon Edgar Hantelmann and Betty Jane (Duffin) Hantelmann; his brother-in-law, David Hantelmann; his beloved dogs, Pal, Tessy, Tally, Lilly, Chrissy, Chloe, and Sophie.

In leu of flowers, please send all Memorials to St. Luke’s UMC or Shriners Hospitals.

The family would like to thank the amazing 5th floor medical staff at Unity Point Finley Hospital ward for their remarkable care of Blake. They would like to personally thank Dana, RN and Diane the Palliative RN for their compassionate care and sympathy during Blake’s last hours.

Craig J. Funke

Craig J. Funke, 51, of Belleville WI passed away on Thursday morning, January 13, 2022, at home.

A private visitation and prayer service will be on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque. Face masks are required per CDC and state guidelines.

Craig was born on October 5, 1970, in Dubuque IA, the son of Dennis and Jean (Leibfried) Funke. He was a graduate of East Dubuque High School, the Class of 1989. He graduated from Illinois Central College in East Peoria, IL with an Associate’s degree in Electronic Technology and graduated from NICC with an RN degree in nursing. He was employed for over 20 years as a registered nurse at UW Health University Hospital.

Craig was united in marriage to Ana Lopez on Nov. 21, 2016, at a private service in Madison, WI.  Craig had a gentle kind sole, loved boating, scuba diving, and spending time with his boys.

Surviving is his wife, Ana.  His two sons, Garrison and Maverick Funke of Belleville WI and his stepdaughter Allie Gowin.  His mother Jean (Leibfried) Funke of Dubuque, IA, three brothers Kevin (Susan) Funke of Bellevue, IA, Brian (Teri) Funke and Steve (Kelly) Funke both of Peoria, IL.

His father Dennis and infant brother Scott Funke preceded Craig in death.

Condolences may be sent to Miller Funeral Home, c/o Craig Funke, 1185 Route 35 N, East Dubuque, IL 61025.  In lieu of flowers the family wishes donations sent to create a trust fund for his sons.

Terrance C. Woodard

Terrance “Terry” C. Woodard, 47 of Rock Island, IL and formerly of Dubuque, IA and Galena, IL passed away January 2, 2022, at Iowa City Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, due to injuries sustained during an assault on December 24, 2021, in Davenport, IA. A gathering will be held on Sunday, January 23, 2022, from 1 to 3 PM and a memorial service will directly follow at 3 PM, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel 100 Caroldon Court, Galena, IL 61036. Cremation rites have been accorded. Burial will be at a later date.

Terry was born in Galena on June 18, 1974, to Jaundel Neiss Woodard and the late James “Woody” Woodard. He spent all his childhood in Galena and graduated from Galena High School with the Class of 1993. Terry spent most of his adult life in the Dubuque, IA area. He enjoyed life spending time with family and friends. Terry had a caring and loving heart that will never be forgotten.

He is survived by his mother, Jaundel Moore-Maupin and stepfather Robert E. Maupin, of Dubuque, three brothers and their families, Tony (Jeness) Woodard of Utah and their children, Jimmy, Kaylee, Tami and Jessica,  Mike (Rose) Woodard of Elizabeth, IL and Rose’s daughter Lanie, and  Eric (Emily) Moore of Sycamore, IL and their children, Will and Addie, his grandmother, Edith Neiss of Rapid City, SD, five aunts, Barb Rowland, of Rapid City, SD, Diane Belk, of Clinton IA, Judy (Bill) Bergman of Phoenix AZ, and Rena (Tom) Leite of Rapid City, SD and his many other cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, his uncle, Charles Woodard, stepfather, Bill Moore, and his grandpa, Calvin Neiss.

A memorial fund has been established at First Community Bank of Galena as well as a Go Fund Me Page in memory of Terry. The family wishes to give a special Thank you to the University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics staff for his care. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Herbert F. Honey

Herbert Francis Honey, 87, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on January 12, 2022.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Herbert was born on July 16, 1934, to Mary Ellen Lamagra in Omaha, Nebraska. He attended Omaha South High Magnet School in Omaha, Nebraska, and Dubuque Senior High School in Dubuque, Iowa. He married Maxine B. Honey on August 31, 1974, at Westminster Presbyterian Church. He worked at John Deere Dubuque as a Tool and Die Maker until retirement.

Herbert liked the Nebraska Huskers. He loved cribbage, dominoes, euchre, shopping at Goodwill, boating, and jet skiing. He was a member of Sundown ski patrol and was a member of the local 94 UAW as a recording secretary.

He is survived by his children Joyce (Dave) Johns, Jayne (Todd) Kersch, Janet (Damian) Sepanik, Rich (Diann) Breithaupt, and Jim Honey; 15 grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his daughter Lora Gauthreaux, and his mother Mary Ellen.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Dubuque.

Thank you to Hospice of Dubuque staff, Unity Point Health Finley Hospital staff, and Oak Park Place staff.

Kurt T. Richard

Kurt Thomas Richard, 38, of Bernard, Iowa, passed away after a sudden illness at home on January 11, 2022.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 17, 2022 at St. Patrick Garryowen Church with Father Mark Osterhaus officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, January 16th, 2022 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be held at 5:30 p.m.

Kurt was born on July 10, 1983, in Dubuque, Iowa to Edward and Mary Ann (Fleege) Richard. On October 23, ​2015, he married Anna Gassman at St. Patrick’s Garryowen. He previously worked as a carpenter and was currently working for Noonan Fencing.

He enjoyed spending time with the apples of his eyes: his children. He had a laugh that was contagious! Everyone that knew him loved him and his sense of humor. He was always the life of the party. He was a proud and avid Packers and Badgers fan, and he always cheered on his team. He had a heart of gold and was deep down just a great person.

He is survived by his wife Anna; children Gracie and Ruby (at home); parents Ed and Mary Ann of Kieler, WI; siblings Kelly (Joe) Ihm of Lancaster, WI, Holly (Terry) Cook of Bernard, IA, Todd (Haley) Richard of Lancaster, WI, Tony (Sarah) Richard of Peosta, IA, and Kyle (McKenna) Richard of Platteville, WI; nieces and nephews Siena, Franklin, Gianna, Charlie, Reuben, and Avianna Ihm, Clement Richard, Wyatt Richard, Oliver, Dominic, Naomi, and Teddy Cook, Baby Richard, and Macklin and Keenan Williams; brother-in-law Jake Gassman of Bernard, IA; sister-in-law Molly (Andy) Williams of West Des Moines, IA; parents-in-law Zip and Margie Gassman of Bernard, IA; grandma Vi Richard Necker of Kieler, WI; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by uncles Tom Fleege and Tony Richard; maternal grandparents Bud and Rosie Fleege; paternal grandpas Bob Richard and Bob Necker; and mother-in-law Grace Gassman.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given for Kurt’s children.

Thank you to the Bernard Rescue Unit, Dubuque County Sheriff’s office, and the entire Bernard community for all the support for the family.

Victoria M. Andersen

Victoria Marie Andersen, 70, of Maquoketa, Iowa passed away in the comfort & care of her four children in Columbia, Missouri on January 11, 2022. Vicki, as she was called her entire life, was born in Dubuque, Iowa to Stanley & Therese (Johanningmeier) Spielman. She attended Cherry Grove school until attending junior & high schools in Maquoketa, Iowa. On February 5, 1968, she married Harold C. Keeley in Jacksonville, Florida. The couple moved back to Maquoketa for the birth of their first child in early 1969, but returned to Florida until late 1970. They moved to Marshalltown, Iowa and Vicki resided there until 1991. Throughout her years in Marshalltown, she was a homemaker (as she famously said her “June Cleaver Years”) did extensive volunteer work, enjoyed entertaining guests & hosting parties, having lunches with friends & traveling, was a Girl Scout leader, and a member of several boards & committees within the community including Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church and the T.T.T. philanthropic sorority. Proudly, energetically, lovingly and flawlessly, Vicki raised her four children as a single mother, going to college and earning an associates degree from Marshalltown Area Community College. She worked for Mid-Iowa Community Action, first as a direct service provider and eventually promoting several times into a leadership role. Her impact with MICA transformed the lives of thousands of individuals & families during her tenure. She moved back to Maquoketa in 1991 and continuing to follow her heart for serving others, began working at DAC, Inc. Again, beginning in a direct service position, but promoting into a leadership role until retiring in 2012. In 2000, she married Richard L. Andersen and he preceded her in death in 2015. She and Rich were the epitome of peas in a pod. They enjoyed going to the movies, playing cards, visiting with friends, dining out & attending live performances, traveling & just simply being at home together. But by far, their favorite pastime was anything with family, most especially their Grandchildren!

Vicki honored Rich’s memory by giving two full measures of extraordinary love to each of them every chance she could. If she wasn’t able to attend their sporting events & activities, she would share about them to whoever she could. One of her all time most favorite things was a ‘slumber party’ with whoever could stay the night in her cozy home she loved so much. In recent years, she had reconnected with several high school friends. She cherished many luncheons, impromptu reunions & gatherings, including a surprise 70th birthday celebration for her. Vicki was up for just about anything, found the humor in everything, her quick wit was  matched only by her over-the-top generous spirit and will live forever in the hearts of all who were lucky enough meet up with her.

She is survived by her children Bridget (Brian) Canaday of Columbia, Missouri, Raquel (Kyle) Clausen of Bellevue, Iowa, Nicole (Mike) Olsen of Maquoketa, Iowa and Chip (Jennifer) Keeley of Clarinda, Iowa. Her most cherished grandchildren Josh (Casey), Haley (Alex), Allison, Dawson, Jack, Maddalyn, Keeley, Greyson, Kelsea (Brian) & Ashlea and great-grandson Royce. Her sister, Sally (Bill) Schroeder of Ankeny, Iowa. And her “Cuzzie” Jeanne (Paul) Hampton of Dubuque, Iowa.

She is preceded in death by Harold (in 1984) and her parents.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 19th from 4-7pm under the direction of Carson Celebration Of Life Center in Maquoketa. A funeral service at 11:00am, followed by her favorite luncheon, will be held on January 20th at First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa with Pastor Neil Harrison presiding. For those wishing to make a donation in her honor, contributions can be made to one her favorite causes, St Judes Children’s Research Hospital or to a Memorial fund established by her children to intern her ashes at a later time.

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

Rose M. Woodhouse

Rose Mary (Henkels) Woodhouse, age 98, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at 2:52 p.m., on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Grand Haven Community Center in Eldridge.  To celebrate Rose Mary’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., on Monday, January 17, 2022, at the Church of the Nativity, 1225 Alta Vista Street.  The Rosary will be recited by the Nativity Rosary Society at 10:30 a.m.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, at the Church of the Nativity, with Msgr. James L. Miller officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is assisting the family.

Rose Mary was born in 1923, to Roy and Pauline (Hehl) Henkels on a farm in Sherrill, Iowa, where she and her sister, Irma, were raised.  She grew happily there and then in her teens moved to live and work in Dubuque.  She married George Woodhouse on November 30, 1944, and they were blessed with 7 children, George Jr., Mary, Tom, Jim, Bill, Polly and Dave.  Rose Mary was always a positive and energetic mom, as well as a great role model for her children.  She put the needs of others above her own and volunteered countless hours to helping whoever needed her.  She was a fantastic cook and hostess who took pride in making sure her guests had plenty of snacks and a nice hot cup of coffee.  Rose Mary was also a talented seamstress, often making gifts for the children and grandchildren.  She had a green thumb and carefully tended to her flower gardens, with the roses being her favorites.  She had a kind heart and loved all of God’s creatures, especially cats, dogs and the wild birds she would feed regularly.  Watching the hummingbirds come to the feeders and dart about was one of her favorite activities.  She was a devout Catholic, always an active member of Nativity Church where she volunteered helping with funerals and was a member of the Rosary Society.  She not only attended Mass on Sundays, but on First Fridays, Holy Days and every day during Lent.  Rose Mary also made sure that each of her five boys were regular alter servers.  Her family was definitely Rose Mary’s top priority.  She loved hosting family get togethers and looked forward to random visits from all of the children.  Rose Mary was a class act who always had a smile on her face and made the best of every situation.  She was extremely selfless and was the ideal example of compassion.  The world is no doubt a better place because of the 98 years that Rose Mary has been here with us.  She will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Those left to cherish Rose Mary’s memory include

her children,
Mary Even, Bill (Julie) Woodhouse, Polly Woodhouse Smith and Dave Woodhouse;

a daughter-in-law,
Wendy Woodhouse;

her grandchildren,
Heather, Amy, George III, Melissa, Andrea, Tim, Jennifer, Tom Jr., Emily, James Jr., Derek, Sarah, Ian, Allison, Hilary, Quinn, Molly and Gabe;

and 25 great-grandchildren.

Rose Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, George Woodhouse; 3 sons, George Woodhouse Jr., Tom Woodhouse and James Woodhouse; 2 grandchildren, Rachel and Jessica Woodhouse; a sister, Irma Kennicker; a son-in-law, Ivan Even; and a daughter-in-law, Joan Kruel.

The family would like to thank the staff of Grand Haven and Heartland Hospice for the wonderful care they gave our Mom during her transitional time.

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

Darlene A. Scharpf

Darlene A. (Wubben) Scharpf, 88 of Galena, IL passed away Monday, January 10, 2022, At Galena Stauss Senior Care Community. The funeral mass will be 11 AM, Monday, January 17, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Galena where friends may call after 9:30 AM until the time of mass. Father Howard Barch will be officiating. Burial will be in Pilot Knob Cemetery, rural Galena. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

She was born April 21, 1933, at home in rural East Galena Township the oldest daughter of Paul H. and Mary A. (Berger) Wubben. She was united in marriage to William J. Scharpf on May 10, 1952, at Nativity BVM Roman Catholic Church and he preceded her in death on April 29, 2008. She farmed with her husband until their retirement in August of 1990. Darlene was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, St. Mary’s Altar, and Rosary Society, where she served as past president and treasurer of the Society. Darlene loved riding motorcycle with her husband, dancing, spending time with her family, and watching her grandsons participate in sports. She loved to bake and give her baked goods to her grandchildren, neighbors, and friends.

She is survived by one son, George A. (Leann M.) Scharpf of Galena, IL, three grandsons, Brian (Tina) Scharpf of Galena, IL, Andrew (fiancée’ Eydie Timmerman) Scharpf of Marian, IA, and Kevin (Lyndsi) Scharpf of Galena, IL, five great-grandchildren, Tyson, Jack, Lola, Lloyd, and Ben, step-grandchildren, Devin Halstead (Amanda), Taylor (Jason) Engle, Blaine Timmerman, step-great-grandchildren, Maren, Eligh, Cole and Paisley, five sisters, Marian (Adell) Hoff of Bellevue, IA, Elaine Semrow of Janesville, WI, Rosella Hying of Platteville, WI, Agnes (Larry) Ter Maat of Madison, WI, Joann Winn of Leland, NC, two brothers, Joe (Kris) Wubben of East Dubuque, IL, John Wubben of Cuba City, WI, three sisters-in-law, Lois Wubben of Oregon, WI, Janice Eberhard, and Marilyn Wubben both of Dubuque, IA and Darlene Wubben of Buckingham, VA, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a great-grandson, Owen Scharpf, four brothers, Raymond, James, Donald, and Ralph, two sisters, Eileen Jaeger, and Leota McQuaid, two brother’s in-law, Ronnie Hying and Phil Winn, three nephews, Frankie Robinson, Michael McQuaid, and Daniel Schultz, and a great-nephew, Mark Olson.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Galena Stauss Senior Care Community, Hospice of Dubuque, especially Jessica, Dr. Matt Gullone, and her friends from Prestwick apartments.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com