Obituaries Archive

Wayne F. Sherman

Wayne F. Sherman, age 84, of Mobile, AL and formerly of Dubuque, passed away at 4:35 a.m., on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at Opp Health and Rehabilitation.  To honor Wayne’s life, family and friends may visit from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m., on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street.  Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday at St. Patrick’s Church, 1425 Iowa Street, with Rev. Dennis J. Quint officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Olivet Cemetery.

Wayne was born on July 9, 1940, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of John A. and Josephine (McBride) Sherman.

Wayne graduated from Loras Academy, Class of 1959.  He married Mary Hipschen on April 18, 1964, at St. Mary’s Church.  They celebrated 56 wedding anniversaries together before she sadly preceded him in death on May 28, 2019.  Wayne was always a hard worker.  He drove delivery truck for Stanley Home Products for 21 years before beginning his career in sales.  He was a salesman for the Vernon Company and Borley Advertising for several years before his retirement.  Wayne had an easy going, likable personality that put people at ease and served him well throughout the years.  He was very active in the community and volunteered with several organizations in the area.  He was a proud member and leader of the District Commissioners for the Boy Scouts of America, Dubuque District. Wayne volunteered with the Dubuque Food Pantry, where he served 2 terms as the Chairman of the Board.  He was a member of the Teamsters Union and served on the Board of the General Drivers Credit Union.  He was a long time member of St. Patrick’s Church where he served as an usher from 1990 until 2000.  When he found some free time, Wayne enjoyed being in the great outdoors.  He went camping and fishing whenever he had the chance.  He was an accomplished woodworker, creating beautiful furniture and other woodworking pieces.  Wayne also liked to coin collecting.  His family was always his main focus, and the most important aspect of his life.  Wayne was a wonderful husband, dad, grandpa, brother and friend who will be greatly missed.

Those left to cherish Wayne’s memory include

his children,
Miki (Donald) Sears, Andalusia, AL,
Susan (Edward “Vinny”) Salter, Mobile, AL,
Patrick (Darci) Sherman, LeClaire, IA
and Daniel (Dawn) Sherman, East Moline, IL;

6 grandchildren,
Dylan and Hanna Sears, Kyle Salter, Zachary, Blake and Grace Sherman;

a great-grandson,
Xander;

a sister,
Joann Dalsing, Dubuque, IA;

a sister-in-law,
June Hipschen, Redwood City, CA;

and his nieces and nephews.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Mary Sherman; a sister in infancy, Mary Sherman; and 2 brothers-in-law, Marv Dalsing and John Hipschen.

Wayne’s family would like to thank the staff at Opp Health and Rehabilitation for their kindness and the outstanding care they provided for Wayne.

Greeting cards and memorials in Wayne’s memory may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Wayne Sherman Family.

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

Joseph G. Knipper

Joseph G. “Jerry” Knipper, 89, of Dyersville, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Friends may visit from 2:00-5:00pm on Sunday, December 29th and from 9:30-10:30am Monday, December 30th at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am Monday, December 30, 2024, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Dan Knipper will officiate and Rev. Philip Agyei will concelebrate.  Military honors will be accorded by American Legion Post 137.

Jerry was born February 21, 1935, on the family farm near Earlville, Iowa, son of Andrew and Theresa (Bruggeman) Knipper.  He attended Lebo Country School and graduated from Xavier High School with the Class of 1953.  He served in the US Army from 1957—1959, having been stationed in Japan during that time.  He married Donna Mae Dingbaum on August 24, 1963, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville.  He and Donna continued farming the family dairy farm on County Road X-47 until retiring to Dyersville.  He was active with many boards and committees in Delaware County and North Fork Township including: 4-H Leader, North Fork Township Trustee, a member of the Bi-County Ambulance Board and Rural Fire Board.  Jerry enjoyed bowling and golfing but most of all loved spending time with his family telling stories and jokes.

Survivors include his children: Karen (Curt) Espeland of Kingsport, TN, Kurt (Kathy) Knipper of Dyersville and a son-in-law, Mitch McCoy of Des Moines; grandchildren: Zachary (Lucy), Bennett, Matthew and Marcus Espeland, Nicholas, Aaron (friend DeLainy Fellinger) and Lucas Knipper, Isabella McCoy and two step grandchildren, Annemarie McCoy and Elizabeth (James Critelli) McCoy; siblings: Norma Cassidy of Bettendorf, Anna (Bernie) Manternach of Monticello and Reverend Daniel Knipper of Decorah; in-laws: Katie Knipper of Dyersville and Betty Lois Koelker of Manchester, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna and daughter, Karla Jo; his parents and parents-in-law, Albert and Julia Dingbaum; his siblings: Larry Knipper, Norman Knipper and twin brothers in infancy; in-laws: Merald (Doris) Dingbaum, Kathleen (Robert) Mohr, Louis Koelker, JoAnn (Michael) McCauley, John Cassidy and a nephews: David and Peter Knipper.

Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family.  Information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com.

Ronald D. Markee

Ronald D. “Ron” Markee, age 82, of East Dubuque, IL, completed his earthly journey suddenly at home on December 23, 2024.  To honor Ron’s life, a private family Celebration of Life is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Ron’s family.

Ron was born on April 4, 1942, in Boscobel, WI, a son to Donald D. and Viola M. (Hanaman) Markee.  He was gifted with an intrinsic mechanical ability and spent most of his life leaning towards all thing automotive on many levels.  Ron invested his time and talents with CFS Continental, at Adams Sinclair as a mechanic for many years, but primarily owned and operated Markee Trucking as his primary career and passion.  He thoroughly enjoyed working on vehicles, keeping his skills up to date on new innovations in the field whenever possible.  He also did a little racing in his earlier years, primarily during the 70’s, but never relinquished his appreciation for NASCAR until the end.  Ron could diagnose you vehicle just by listening to it and his happy place was truly when he had a wrench firmly in hand.

Ron found his soul-mate, Linda Hartshorn early on in life and the two faced the world together for over 58 years until she was sadly called home ahead of him only last month in November.  It was quite obvious to all who knew and loved Ron that his heart was permanently broken and only to be mended again once they were back together for the eternal portion of their walk.  His sudden absence it difficult to face, but we know that the remainder of his life here on earth was only going to be a lonely journey for Ron.  We are grateful that their love has been reunited now even as our hearts break to know that we have lost them both, and especially during the Christmas season.  Thank you, Ron, for living your life on your terms, even when we couldn’t always understand, and for the important life lessons you leave behind for us to treasure.  May the Lord keep you and bless you today as you spend Christmas in the presence of our Savior and may you and Mom never again have to face another day apart.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Ron include,

his five children,
Gary (Michelle) Markee, Arlington, TX,
Valerie Markee, Waterloo, IA,
Pamela “Pam” (Steve) Schueller, Hazel Green, WI,
Kevin (Rachel) Markee, Elroy, IL,
and Jeff Markee, Lena, IL;

his twenty adored grandchildren,
Gavin Markee, Emily Markee, Allison Markee, Lindsay Markee, Aaron Birch, Alicia Birch, Austin Birch, Aubrianna (Quentin) Falls, Kayla (Anj) DePaepe, Hayley Shaffer, Jared Shaffer, Ellie Schueller, Noah Schueller, Austin Markee, JoAnna Markee, Bryce Pehl, Tyler Pehl, Austin Markee, Tyler Dickerson, and Amber Dickerson;

his siblings,
Marilyn (Sam) Baggs, Adams Co, WI,
Clifford Markee, Platteville, WI,
Dede Haas, Dubuque, IA,
and Bonnie Douglas, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Donald D. Markee and Viola M. Markee-Bogardus; his loving wife, Linda Markee; and his siblings, Donald Markee, Jr., Dennis (Diane) Markee, Kenneth (Sharon) Markee, and Judy (John) Schroeder.

In lieu of flowers, a Ronald D. Markee memorial fund has been established.

Ron’s family would like to thank the East Dubuque Police Department, Fire Department and EMS for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Mary M. Nugent

Mary M. (Meyer) Nugent, 86, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Monday December 23, 2024 at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday December 27, 2024 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, 2595 Rockdale Road.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday December 28, 2024 at the Church of the Nativity with Msgr. James Miller officiating. Burial will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Mary was born on May 14, 1938, in Holy Cross, Iowa, to Edward A. and Frances E. (Gansemer) Meyer. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy and married the love of her life, Owen James Nugent, on September 29, 1962, at St. Mary’s Church in Dubuque, IA.

Mary was a homemaker and also worked for Dubuque Community Schools as a paraprofessional, supporting students with special needs. A woman of deep faith and devotion, she was an active member of Nativity Parish, where she sang in the choir, served as a Eucharistic Minister, participated in Bible study, and shared God’s word as a lector. She made it a point to attend mass and pray the rosary each day. Her love of music extended to her membership in the Sweet Adelines Barbershop Choral group, and she enjoyed serving as a Boy Scout leader, golfing, and supporting Bingo nights at the Knights of Columbus. She was always up for a game of Euchre, dominoes, bingo or Yahtzee, and was known as quite the card shark.

Mary was the embodiment of patience, kindness, and faith. A sweet and gentle soul, she touched the lives of everyone she met with her warmth and love. While we grieve this tremendous loss, we also celebrate the wonderful life she lived and the love she gave so freely. Her family finds comfort in knowing she is at peace and reunited with those who passed before her, especially her son, Michael.

Mary is survived by her devoted husband, Owen Nugent, of Dubuque; her children, Maureen (Steve) Knostman of Dublin, OH, and Patrick Nugent of Epworth; her granddaughters, Madeline Rose Knostman of Marysville, OH, and Colleen Lily Knostman of New York, NY; and her sister, Helen (Bill) Feyen of Dubuque, brother-in-law Dean (Mary) Nugent of Holmen, WI, and sister-in-law Colleen Nugent of LaCrosse, WI, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Frances Meyer; her son, Michael Nugent; her brother, Jerome (Bernice) Meyer; and her sisters, Anna Mae (Donald) Conlon, Mildred (Walt) Wedewer, and Dorothy (David) Kupferschmidt. Brothers-in-law Clarence Nugent, Bernard Nugent, Larry Nugent, Laddie Flynn, David Kupferschmidt, Donald Conlon, Walt Wedewer, Bill Feyen, and Dennis Thiele. Sisters-in-law Bernice (Jerome) Meyer, June (Bernard) Nugent, Lois (Laddie) Flynn, Phyllis (Bob) Benish, and Mary Anita (Dennis) Thiele.

The family extends their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Stone Hill Nursing Home and Hospice of Dubuque, especially Chris, for their compassionate care. Memorials may be directed to Nativity Catholic Church or Hospice of Dubuque in Mary’s memory.

Her memory will remain a light in our hearts forever

Donald J. Glab

Donald J. Glab passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024, of esophageal cancer. Born on December 9, 1951, in Dubuque, Iowa, the youngest son of five rowdy boys to Eldon and Irene (Tanner) Glab. Don attended Saint Patrick’s Catholic School through eighth grade, Washington Junior High School and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, Class of 1970. After graduation he joined the U.S. Air Force and honorably served his country. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Deborah Terry, on October 21, 1972.

Don was employed by John Deere Dubuque Works for 30 years until his well-earned and irreplaceable retirement. He remained a proud UAW Local 94 member. In his spare time, his love for restoring classic cars became not only a passion and hobby, but a highly sought after talent. His 67 Chevelle, 55 Chevrolet Delray, and 61 Volkswagen Beetle were among his favorite cars. Don served as a past president of the Iowa Chapter of the Volkswagen Club of America and enjoyed hosting, attending (and winning) many car shows.

A doting girl dad, Don, worked hard to provide for his family and was proud of his daughters. Known as “Bamps” to his grandkids, he loved hearing their stories, watching them grow and sharing their snacks. Able to make the silliest jokes at the best times, he kept everyone laughing. A lover of 60’s rock music including the Beach Boys, Don always had a radio playing. In his retirement, Don enjoyed attending the grandkids’ activities, playing with the grand-dogs, and yard work. His most prized hobby was that of making intricate classic car models and dioramas.

To celebrate Don’s life, family and friends may visit from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., on Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, December 30, 2024, at Behr Funeral Home, with Father Andy Upah officiating and where military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque American Legion Post 6. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery next to his granddaughter, Charlotte.

Those left to cherish Don’s memory include his wife of 52 years, Deb Glab.

Daughters, Jenny (Jason) Donath of Dubuque, Iowa and Becky (Jason) Bruce of Dubuque, Iowa.

Grandchildren, Sam Donath, Ben Donath, Sam Bruce, Eleanor Bruce and Beau Bruce.

Siblings, Gary (Joni) Glab, East Dubuque, IL, and Eldon “Joe” (Phyllis) Glab, Omaha, NE.

Sister-in-law, Bonnie Glab, brother-in-law Ron (Vicki) Terry, many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Terry Glab, brother, Tom (Georgia) Glab Sr., sister-in-law Cheryl Terry and granddaughter Charlotte Bruce.

Don’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at Wendt Regional Cancer Center, Chris Weber and the team at Hospice of Dubuque and Reverand Andy Upah for all their kindness, compassion and professional care.

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

Beverly K. Feldermann

Beverly K. “Bev ” (Winter) Feldermann, 72, of Galena, IL, passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024, at The Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at St. Michael’s Church in Galena followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m., with Fr. Howard C. Barch, Jr. officiating.

Bev was born on June 10, 1952 in Hazel Green, Wisconsin.  She graduated from Galena High School with the class of 1970.  After high school, Bev took a job working for a chiropractor in Dubuque, Iowa and continued to work for chiropractors for the next 54 years, most recently for Dr. Micaela Dolezal, Dolezal Chiropractic and Acupuncture.

She was united in marriage to Gary Feldermann on June 8, 1973 in Galena.  Gary preceded her in death on August 31, 2016.  She was also preceded in death by her parents Clarence H. and Rita R. (Pogeman) Winter, father and mother-in-law, Roy and Bernice Feldermann, and brother-in-law Ronnie Hendrickson.

Bev was a devout Catholic, a member of St. Michaels Church, the church choir, Altar and Rosary Society, and the Optimist club in Dubuque, Iowa.

Bev was happiest with her apron on; baking bread, pies, making homemade noodles, mashed potatoes, or hosting a fish fry.  Her greatest passions were attending her granddaughters’ sporting events and activities, watching football on her porch and playing cards.  Most people knew Tuesdays were reserved for bridge playing.

Bev had the gift of talking to and connecting with people.  In five minutes, she would know your life history and you would feel like she was your best friend.  Everything Bev did was out of love and from the heart.  Bev could be counted on to generously and happily help anyone, no matter what was needed.  Nothing made her happier than time spent with her family and friends.

Surviving are her two sons, Mike of Galena, IL and Luke (Shannon) of Lisbon, Iowa, granddaughters Kali, Leia and Payton.  Further survived by her three sisters, Rosemary Hendrickson of Galena, IL, Patti (John) Clark of Mequon, WI and Joan Duran of Kansas City, MO, brother Donnie Winter of Scales Mound, IL., and many nieces, nephews, great nieces, nephews, and friends.

Bev’s family would like to extend a sincere and heartfelt “thank you” to Dr. Dustin Deming and his staff at the UW Madison Carbone Cancer Center, Dr. Micaela Dolezal, the chaplains and nurses at Finley Hospital, especially Holly, Molly, and Meagan, her dear friend Betty Schemehorn, cousin, Peggy Stortz, and the loving support she received from family and many friends.

The Miller-Steinke Funeral Home of Scales Mound, IL is assisting the family.

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

Harold Glasson

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Harold “Mountain” Glasson. He was called to his eternal resting place on December 21, 2024, peacefully at home at the age of 81. A celebration of life will be held for Mountain at a later date.

Mountain was born to Ray and Genevieve Glasson on May 10, 1943. He dedicated his working years to the foundry, served as a miner, and enjoyed roles in security and maintenance. He found joy in the little things in life, such as kicking tires, traveling, mowing lawns, and dining out. However, his most profound love was for God, which guided him throughout his journey in life. His passing is not a time of sorrow, but a moment for all who knew him to reflect on memories and celebrate a life well-lived.

As we remember Mountain, we commit ourselves to embodying the virtues he exemplified through his love for family, friends, faith, and church. Mountain’s spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those he left behind. He is survived by his devoted wife, Judy Glasson. The bond they shared since their marriage in 1965 remained unbroken through the years, a testament to their unwavering love and commitment. Together, they navigated the ups and downs of life, with Judy faithfully by his side until the very end.

His loving family also survives mountain: his children, Brenda (Tim) Burgess and Brandon (Stacey) Glasson; his grandchildren, Emily (Ben) Graham, Anna (Beau) Brice, William Burgess, and Jack and Dylan Glasson; his great-grandchildren, Lakynn and Bailey Graham, and Colt and Danielle Brice; as well as his sister-in-law, Joyce Glasson.

Mountain was preceded in death by his loving parents, Ray and Genevieve Glasson, and his brother, William Glasson. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Dr. Vandigo (Medical Associates, Galena), Hospice of Dubuque, and Galena Bible Church. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com.

Sr. Carl Loras Pilmaier, BVM

Sister Carl Loras Pilmaier, BVM, 97, of Mount Carmel Bluffs, 1160 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024.

Visitation will be from 9-9:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in the Mary Frances Clarke Chapel at Mount Carmel Bluffs. Sharing of Memories will be at 9:30 a.m., followed immediately by the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial is in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Carl Loras was an elementary teacher at St. Jude in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  In addition, she taught in elementary schools in Davenport, Iowa; Chicago; Wilmington, Ill.; Memphis, Tenn.; Seattle and Milwaukee, where she also served as principal.  She ministered as principal in Lincoln, McCook, Plattsmouth and Fairbury, Nebr.; school librarian in Urbandale, Iowa; and resident advocate at a retirement center in Johnston, Iowa.

She was born on June 20, 1927, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Carl and Laura (Schmitt) Pilmaier. She entered the BVM congregation Sept. 8, 1946, from St. Augustin, Des Moines, Iowa. She professed first vows on Sept 8, 1946, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1954.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Carl, John (Patricia) and Tom (Mary) Pilmaier; and sisters Mary Anne (Robert) Roby and Therese (Arnold “Arnie”) Janicek. She is survived by nieces, including Sister Linda Roby, BVM, Dubuque, Iowa; nephews; and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 78 years.

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

Behr’s Funeral Home, 1491 Main St, Dubuque, IA  52001 is in charge of arrangements. 

Herbert T. Clemen

Herbert “Herb” T. Clemen, 88, of Dyersville, Iowa passed away Sunday, December 22, 2024, at Accura HealthCare, in Cascade, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 3 – 7 p.m. on Monday, December 30, 2024, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa. Military service will commence at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue from 9 – 10 a.m. at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral mass.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery where military honors will be accorded by American Legion Post #137.  Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate.

Herb was born October 29, 1936 in Luxemburg, Iowa, son of Albin and Melinda (Zewen) Clemen.  He married Mary Ann Werner on September 1, 1959, in Worthington, Iowa. They celebrated 65 years in 2024.

Herb served in the US Army from 1956 – 1958 and was stationed in Korea as a clerk typist. He worked for Ed Wedewer Contractors, Home Appliance, and Spoden Construction. After retirement, he continued carpentry and repair jobs for members of the community and Ideal Decorating. He was diligent in his craft and cared deeply about his service. Herb was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters. He enjoyed traveling with Mary Ann and family.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Mary Ann, children: Linda (Dale) Boeckenstedt, of Petersburg; Steve (Julie) Clemen, of Dakota, IL.; Brian (Katie) Clemen, of Hiawatha; Sandy (Randy) Jaeger, of Lisbon; and Lisa (Bill) Stevenson, of Mount Vernon; grandchildren: Angie and Adam Boeckenstedt, Solomon Clemen, Jackie (Dalton) Nichols, Allison (Michael) Thomsen, and Stacey Jaeger, Emma, Isaac and William Stevenson; great-granddaughters: Dawsyn and Lennyn Nichols; siblings: Doris (Lenny) LeConte, Dennis (Valerie) Clemen, Ron (Diane) Clemen; in-laws: Jan Clemen, and Harold (Kathy) Werner.

He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law, George and Emilie Werner; siblings: JoAnn (Wayne) Recker, Ken Clemen; and sister-in-law, Lillian (Ralph) Nurre.

Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family.  Information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com.

Eric M. Fishnick Sr.

Eric M. Fishnick Sr., age 37, of Des Moines, IA, formerly of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on December 19, 2024, at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines.  To honor Eric’s life, a Celebration of Life will be held from 3:00-7:00 p.m., on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the American Legion Hall, 1306 Delhi Street Dubuque, IA.  Burial will be in the Dubuque Memorial Gardens Cemetery.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Eric’s family.

Eric was born on September 25, 1987, in Dubuque, IA, a son to Patrick E. ”Chubbs” and Carolee A. (Blakeman) Fishnick Sr.  He was gifted with an intrinsic love for family which never wavered throughout his all too short 37 years of life.  Eric spent his last 10 years working at Wells Fargo in Des Moines and valued the many friendships he made there.  He took great pride in his work and was a very valued employee and coworker.

Eric was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs fan but deeply treasured taking his Dad to watch his father’s favorite team, the Kansas City Chiefs, play at Arrowhead Stadium in 2019.  Many precious memories were made on the trip as his father sadly passed away the following year.  Eric was also an avid lover of cooking and bowling.  His favorite dishes to make were chili and his Dad’s special recipe soup.  He began bowling at the age of 8, played in many leagues throughout the years, and entered the 300 Club in 2016.  But, for those who knew and loved Eric most, it was undeniably his family that was his entire world.  Eric loved his children, Eric Jr. and Lily more than words could ever accurately depict.

Eric, we will all miss you dearly, love you deeply, and forever remember you with a passion which will never fade until we see your joyful smile once again.  Thank you, Eric, for all of the love, laughter, and bright light you shared with us and may the peace of the Lord hold you securely in His grace-filled arms until we all meet again.

Those left to cherish the memory of Eric include, his two adored children, Eric Fishnick Jr. and Lily Fishnick, Des Moines, IA; the mother of his children, Stephanie Archer, Des Moines, IA; his mother, Carolee Fishnick, Dubuque, IA; his siblings, Ronald (Becky Johnson) Fishnick, Sherrill, IA, Patrick (Dara) Fishnick Jr., Cedar Rapids, IA, Todd Fishnick, Dubuque, IA, and Stacy (Scott) Puccio, Dubuque, IA; his nieces and nephews, Lauren (Nick Hanson) Fishnick, Jacob Fishnick, Ava Fishnick, Katy (Dani Weber) Fishnick, Taylor (Nathan Murphy) Fishnick, Madison Fishnick, and Sarah Fishnick; and his many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, co-workers, and neighbors.

Eric was preceded in death by his father, Patrick E. Fishnick Sr.; and his grandparents, Bernard & Edna Fishnick and William & Sarah Blakeman.

In lieu of flowers, an Eric M. Fishnick Sr. memorial fund has been established.

Eric’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at the Iowa Methodist Medical Center for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Lloyd E. Schromen Sr.

Lloyd “Butch” E. Schromen Sr., 83, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Friday December 20, 2024, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held on Thursday December 26, 2024, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A Funeral Service will begin at 6:00 p.m. with Deacon David Roth officiating.

Butch was born on July 7, 1941, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Lloyd F. and Rosella (Moore) Schromen. He worked as a bricklayer for Seedorff SMI in Dubuque, St. Dominic’s Villa, and lastly from Mount Saint Francis. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Bears and Cubs, as well as the Iowa Hawkeyes. In his younger years he enjoyed hunting and fishing. On Sunday’s he could be found at the Kieler mall playing euchre. Above all, he loved spending time with the one’s he loved.

Butch is survived by his children April (John) Berendes of St. Donatus, Kelly (Jon) Merfeld of Cuba City, and Danny Schromen of Dubuque, six grandchildren Autumn, Jeremy (Heidi), Morgan (Lucas), Will, Aubree, and Robert, five great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by three sons Lloyd Jr., Robert “Robbie”, and Ryan Schromen, his parents, three sisters Mildred Stierman, Beverly O’Mara, and Rose Schromen in infancy.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Stonehill community as well as Hospice of Dubuque, especially Jamie and Steph, for all of their amazing care.

Dale R. Meier

Dale R. “2 dogs”  Meier, 71, of Bellevue, parked his equipment in the shed on Sunday, December 22, 2024 and closed the doors to start a new journey.

 Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Friday, December 27, 2024 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. Wake Service will be 3:30 pm, Thursday, December 26, 2024 with visitation until 7:00 pm, at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, additional visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:00 am prior to Mass at the funeral home on Friday.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.

 Dale was born on April 29, 1953 in Bellevue, the son of Robert E. and Marilyn J. (Schurbon) Meier.  He graduated from Marquette Catholic High School in 1971.  He worked for John Deere Works Dubuque until retiring in 2010.  Dale also farmed all his life.  He was a plain old farmer and enjoyed the simple things in life, spending time with his family and friends.  He married Barb Ament on September 10, 2010.  Dale was Past President and a member of Fritz Chapel for 40 years, served on Bellevue Ambulance, and a dedicated member of the Bellevue Centennial Lions Club.

 Dale is survived by his family and many close friends.

 Dale was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, David and Donald “Donny” Meier.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Dale’s memory.

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

Nancy L. Anderson

Nancy Louise Anderson passed away peacefully on Monday, December 2, at Mercy Medical Center, Dubuque. Visitation will be held from 3:00 to 6:00 PM Friday December 27th at Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F Kennedy Rd. and from 9:30 to 10:30 AM Saturday, December 28 at Hope Church where services will follow at 10:30 AM

Nancy was born on January 24, 1928, in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, daughter of Ethel (Wagster) Emery and Clyde Emery. They moved to Chicago shortly thereafter as her father sought work as a machinist during the Depression. When she was ten years old, she accepted Christ as her personal savior at First Baptist Church in south Chicago, and she later became active in the youth group at Bethel Evangelical Free Church on the South East side.  In high school, she studied at the Central Conservatory of Music in Chicago and later attended John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas. She married her childhood sweetheart, Wilford Robert Anderson, at Bethel on June 14, 1947 who had joined her at John Brown after he returned from the Coast Guard following World War II.  She graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Music (piano and organ) in 1949 and was chosen to be the pianist for the college choir.

In 1952, Nancy and Wil moved to Venezuela to be missionaries under the Evangelical Free Church. Her primary ministry was music – giving piano lessons, organizing church choirs, writing worship songs, assisting in various radio music ministries, teaching music at a Bible institute and a seminary. In 1988, her church choir from Dios Admirable in Caracas was asked to perform a Christmas concert which was televised on national TV.

In 1989, Nancy and Wil retired to Miramar, Florida. They continued their ministry though the Miramar Evangelical Free Church. Nancy led several bilingual women’s Bible study and prayer groups, gave piano lessons, and assisted with Sunday morning worship. She took great pleasure in having a house full of her children and grandchildren and feeding them between their frequent trips to the beach and soccer games (as long as the Marlins were not playing on TV).

In 2007, Nancy and Wil moved to Dubuque, Iowa to be closer to family, now adding great grandchildren to their frequent family gatherings. She continued to serve God in this season of life through the Women’s Missionary Society at Hope Evangelical Free Church and New Beginnings ministry for new mothers. Nancy and Wil celebrated their 75^th anniversary in 2022. Later that year, they moved to Luther Manor where Nancy organized what was to become her last women’s prayer group.

Nancy passed away peacefully; she was surrounded by her family singing songs she had composed to worship her Jesus who had now come to take her to her eternal home.

Nancy is survived by her husband, Wilford Robert Anderson and her four children, Keith (Judy) Anderson of Palatine, IL, Kurt (Peggy) Anderson of Trevor, Wisconsin, Kent (Ann) Anderson of Dubuque, and Karin Anderson of Dubuque, nine grandsons and their wives, and fifteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Ethel Emery, her brother Richard Emery, and her sister Marlene (Emery) Hawkins.

Eileen M. Hagemann

Eileen M. Hagemann, 95, of Dyersville, Iowa passed away Friday, December 20, 2024, at MercyOne Senior Care, in Dyersville, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 8 – 10 a.m. on Monday, December 23, 2024, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 23, 2024, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, in New Vienna, Iowa, with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate.

Eileen was born August 6, 1929, daughter of Otto and Theresa (Recker) Hagemann.

Eileen graduated from St. Boniface High School in New Vienna. She lived in Los Angeles, California, for 40 years, before retiring and moving back to Dyersville to be with family. Eileen was the last surviving of 12 children.

Survivors include her in-laws: Betty Hageman of Dyersville, Inez Hageman of New Vienna, Kay Hagemann of Dubuque, LaVerne Hagemann of Florida, James Hesselmann of Colorado; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings: Urban (Grace) Hageman, Joseph Hagemann, Delores (Alfred) Biermann, Walter (Irene) Hageman, John (Veronica) Hagemann, Cindy Hagemann, Edwin Hagemann, Julius Hageman, Charles Hagemann, James Hagemann, and Joan Hesselmann.

The family would like to thank the staff at MercyOne Senior Care and Hospice of Dubuque for their compassionate care.

Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family.  Information is available at www.kramerfuneral.com.

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Robert G. Weber

Robert G. Weber, 79, of Galena, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at Midwest Medical Center in Galena. Private services will be held.

 Bob was born on January 25, 1945, in Elmhurst, IL, the son of Robert and Vanja (Fritz) Weber. He graduated from York Community High School in Elmhurst, IL, Class of 1963. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, IL, in 1974.

 He was honorably discharged from the Air Force in 1975 after serving from 1964 to 1975. Bob worked as a Registered Nurse (RN) at Hines VA Hospital in Maywood, IL, and as a Surgical RN at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, IL. After retiring, he founded “At Home Bob,” his own handyman business. He spent many hours tinkering in his workshop and was happiest spending time in his garden and with his grandchildren. He was a lifelong Cubs fan.

 Bob was married to his loving wife, Suzanne Weber, for more than 53 years. He is survived by his wife; daughter, Kristin Weber; son, Ryan (Megan) Weber; granddaughters, Reese and Macie Weber; and many cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family who he loved dearly.

 He was preceded in death by his parents, and his sister, Judy MacFeely.

 The family would like to thank Galena EMS, Midwest Medical Center Inpatient Floor and Rehabilitation Departments. Your care and compassion will never be forgotten.

 The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com.

 Memorials may be given to the Parkinson’s Association or a charity of your choice in his memory.