Obituaries Archive

Donald J. Krug

Donald J. “Don” Krug, age 81, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully at 8:24 a.m., on Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at MercyOne Dubuque.  To celebrate Don’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m., on Monday, September 20, 2021, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Trinity Church, 1701 Rhomberg Avenue.  Due to COVID 19 concerns the family requests that all who attend please wear a mask and socially distance.  To honor Don’s life, funeral services will be held immediately following visitation at 11:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Church, with Rev. Mark Kwenin officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is assisting the family.

Don was born on September 18, 1939, in Asbury, Iowa, son of Peter and Stella (Ruden) Krug.

Don was raised in the Durango area before joining the Army National Guard to serve his country.  He was united in marriage to his soul mate, Denise Marie Huber, on August 22, 1964, at Holy Ghost Church.  They were truly blessed with 57 years of marriage and 4 wonderful children together.  Don was always a hard worker.  He hauled milk for various businesses, and worked at FDL Foods, until his well earned retirement.  Don enjoyed spending time with his family, and he especially looked forward to attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.  He was their greatest fan, and no matter what sport they were playing, he rarely missed a game.  Don also enjoyed following the Hempstead Mustangs, Iowa Hawkeyes and his beloved Chicago Cubs.  He also liked bowling, watching the stock car races, playing Euchre with family and friends, and was known to occasionally try his luck at the local casinos.  Don’s faith was also very important to him, and he was a long time member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church.  We are deeply saddened at losing such a wonderful man in our daily lives, but find some comfort in knowing that he is now resting peacefully, free of the health challenges he has faced these past months.

Those left to cherish Don’s memory include

his wife,
Denise Krug, Dubuque, IA;

his children,
Rhonda (Todd) Switzer, Galena, IL,
Ron (Sue) Krug, Asbury, IA
and Jim (Stacy) Krug, Marion, IA;

6 grandchildren,
Cody (Danielle) Krug, Morgan Krug, Carter Krug, Chase Krug, Blaze Krug and Lexus Krug;

a great-grandchild expected in February;

his siblings,
Carol (James) Kluesner, Farley, IA,
Donna Krug, Dubuque, IA
and Vicki Krug, Dubuque, IA;

and many nieces and nephews.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Cynthia Krug; a grandson, Carson Krug; a brother, James Krug in infancy; and a sister, Joan Krug.

Don’s family would like to thank Dr. Ries, and all of the nurses and staff of the ICU at Mercy, for all of their compassionate care of Don and for all of the kindness they have shown the entire family.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.  Memorials in Don’s memory may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. Donald Krug Family.

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

Cecelia A. Davis

Cecelia A. “Cookie” Davis, 75, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 13, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

A funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 17th, 2021, at the Church of the Nativity with Fr. Andy Upah officiating. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 16th, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 3:00 p.m.

Cecelia was born on April 19, 1946, in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Leo and Anna (McDermott) Foulks. She married Walter E. Davis on September 23, 1967, at St. Raphael Cathedral in Dubuque.

Cookie worked for Area Residential Care in Dubuque as a Care Provider along with doing volunteer work. She was an avid Dallas Cowboy Fan, “Go Cowboys!”

“Our loving wife and mother had an exceptional life. She was a beautiful person inside and out. Her greatest joy was her children. Our mother was most happy when she was with her children; whether it was going to garage sales or just sitting around the table drinking coffee. Cookie lived for her kids, there wasn’t one thing she wouldn’t do for them. Cookie was a passionate person, she enjoyed volunteering at the mission, local schools and doing what she could for the paralyzed veterans. Being married to a vet and having three sons that are veterans was incredibly important to her. We will miss our mother more than anything in this world. She was our biggest supporter and always loved us through everything.”

She is survived by her husband Walter; her children, Brian (Patsy) Davis. Kevin (Stacie) Davis, Scott Davis, Chad Davis, Dominique (Josh) Vondran and Danielle (Brandon) Meng; her brother Raymond Foulks along with 15 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.

Cookie was preceded in death by her daughter Shannon, two grandchildren and a great grandchild; her mother and father; her siblings; and her dogs.

The family would like to thank all the doctors, nurses and health care professionals at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a Veteran Organization of your choice.

Darrell L. Andresen, Sr.

Darrell L. Andresen, Sr., 85 of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Monday morning, September 13, 2021, at Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa.

A graveside service and burial celebrating his life will be held at 2:30 P.M., Thursday, September 16, 2021, at the Monmouth, Iowa Cemetery.  Visitation will be held prior to the service from 12 P.M. to 2 P.M. Thursday at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.

Darrell Lee Andresen Sr. was born on September 12, 1936 in Toronto, Iowa, to Marx “Max” Andrew Andresen and Wilma Irene (Edwards) Andresen. His mom died in April of 1952 and his dad remarried Ila Brown later that year.  Darrell was a graduate of Baldwin High School.  He married Mary Louise Winekauf in 1954 in Iowa and three children were born to this union, Darrell Jr., Connie and Brenda.  Darrell and Mary later divorced.

Darrell had farmed in the Baldwin area and then worked as a floor associate at Blain’s Farm & Fleet in Davenport for many years.  Later in life he had lived in Eldridge and lastly Maquoketa.

Darrell was a member of the Jackson County Farm Bureau and a Rock Island Moose Lodge member.  He enjoyed farming, dancing, and was an avid follower of the stock market.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Darrell Lee (Charlene) Andresen Jr. of Maquoketa, IA, Connie (Ron) Behrens of Baldwin, IA, and Brenda (Mark) Wiggins of Maquoketa, IA; 6 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; a sister, Nancy (Larry) Morris of Cedar Rapids, IA; and a brother-in-law, Stan Benischek of Maquoketa, IA.  He was preceded in death by his father Marx Andresen, mother Wilma Andresen, stepmother Ila Andresen, and sister Janet Benischek.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Maquoketa Chapter of Future Farmer’s of America.

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

Gerald F. Pickel

Gerald F. Pickel, age 89, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on December 19, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Gerald’s life, a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at Holy Ghost Church, Holy Spirit Parish, 2921 Central Avenue in Dubuque.  Family and friends my gather together for a visitation from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m., on Saturday at the church.  Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Gerald’s family.

Gerry was born on May 16, 1931, Dubuque, Iowa, son to Raymond and Louisa (Dalsing) Pickel.  He grew up in Dubuque learning the values of faith, family, friends, and fellowship from a very early age.  He graduated from Loras Academy in 1949 as an ROTC Lieutenant Colonel.   He and Rose Mary Malone were united in marriage on September 29, 1951.  They were blessed with 6 children, and 69 wonderful years together.  Gerry provided for his family by working as a lineman with Interstate Power before moving into the sales division.  He later perfected his skills in sales with Crescent Electric before eventually becoming an Independent Manufacturing Representative in 1978, which he thoroughly enjoyed until his retirement in 1992.  Gerry understood the importance of a strong work ethic and he also knew that life required balance for true joy to be found.  He generously donated countless hours to numerous organizations around town.  The Dubuque Electric League, The Dubuque Jaycee’s, the Dubuque Homebuilder’s, the Mississippi River Museum, the Dubuque County Fair, the Dubuque Arboretum, Junior Achievement and Pheasants Forever were some of them.  Gerry also enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf whenever time allowed.  It’s difficult to imagine a world without the wisdom and unconditional love which Gerry always shared.  We must face this Christmas holiday with heavy hearts, but we know that our greatest gift this year will be found in the abundance of wonderful memories which Gerry leaves behind.  Thank you, Gerry, for always bringing your very best to the table and may the Lord grant you peace and comfort until we meet again.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Gerald include,

his loving soul-mate,
Rose Mary “Rosie” Pickel, Dubuque, Iowa;

his adored children,
Kathleen (Mike) Koppen, Apex, North Carolina,
Diane (Mike) Wertz, Dubuque, Iowa,
Gary (Melody) Pickel, Tallahassee, Florida,
Phyllis (Bill) Bryan, Lakeville, Minnesota,
Carol (John) Drilling, Jacksonville, Florida,
and Jackie (John) Evitts, Park View, Iowa;

his 18 grandchildren;

his 22 great-grandchildren;

his sister,
Jeannette (Al) Cordes, Dubuque, Iowa;

his sister-in-law,
Doris Malone, Dubuque, Iowa;

his brother-in-law,
Patrick Malone, Galena, Illinois;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Rita (Joe) Fondell; his brothers-in-law, Bill Malone, Bob (Roseanne) Malone, and Don Malone; and his sister-in-law, Jean Malone.

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made in Gerald’s name to Hospice of Dubuque, Holy Ghost Church, and Stonehill Care Center.

Gerald’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stonehill and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care of Gerald and his family.

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

Jean A. Muchow

Jean Ann Muchow, 98 of Sun Prairie, WI and formerly Galena, IL passed away on September 9, 2021, at her daughter’s home in Sun Prairie.

A graveside service will be held at Noon, Saturday, September 25, 2021, in Greenwood Cemetery, Galena. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Furlong Funeral Chapel, Galena is assisting the family.

She was born May 18, 1923, in Rawlins Township the daughter of Harry Sr. and Neva (Schuler) Hartwig. She married Charles Muchow on October 30, 1948, and he preceded her in death on July 2, 2000. Jean was a member of the Westminster United Presbyterian Church, VFW Auxiliary, Friends of the Library and Midwest Hospital Auxiliary, and the Galena Golf Club for many years. She retired from the drafting department at the Savanna Army Depot in 1985.

Those left to honor her memory include her daughter, Diane, her son, Gary (Linda) both of Sun Prairie, two grandchildren, Keith, and Kurt (Jen) Muchow, two great-grandchildren, Reagan and Isaiah and many extended family and friends.

A special thank you to Agrace Hospice and their care teams for looking after Jean.

Online condolences may be left at www.furlongfuneralchapel.com

Kathryn A. Badger

Kathryn Alma Badger, 76, of Dubuque, died Sunday, September 12, 2021, at her home in Dubuque.

A prayer service will be held at 4:00 pm Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home followed by a visitation until 7:00 pm.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Kathryn at 10:30 am Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at Church of the Resurrection with Father Phil Gibbs as the Celebrant. Burial 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.

Kathryn was born November 12, 1944, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Joseph and Cecilia (Begley) Frey. On April 12, 1969, she married James Robert Badger in Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dubuque.

Kathryn was employed at the former Janlen Plastics and Ponderosa Steak House, both in Dubuque

She volunteered at Heritage Manor and also at Resurrection parish, and the Boy Scouts.

Survivors include her husband, James of Dubuque; one daughter, Christina (Daniel) Hutchinson of Omaha, NE; one son, Anthony (Tammy) Badger of Sioux Falls, SD; her grandchildren, Emily, Robert, Charles, and Lizzy Hutchinson, Tashlynne, Tayven, and Teya Badger; her sisters, Carole Frey Soppe, Rita (Herb) Bisping and Connie (Gerald) Bastian all of Dubuque.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Dan and Dave Frey.

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

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

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LaVerne A. Marcus

LaVerne Agnes Marcus, 98, of Zwingle, Iowa passed away Friday September 10, 2021, at Stonehill Care Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at Saint Lawrence Catholic Church in Otter Creek with Rev. Mark Osterhaus and Rev. David Ambrosy officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until time of mass Wednesday at the church. Burial will follow at Saint Aloysius Cemetery in South Garryowen. The Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory Dubuque, IA is in charge of arrangements.

LaVerne was born on March 11, 1923, in Bernard, Iowa the daughter of Albert and Josephine (O’Hearn) Dimmer. She graduated from Saint Patrick Garryowen High School and attended the University of Dubuque. On November 22, 1943, she married Joseph Marcus at Saint Patrick Garryowen Church.

Joe and LaVerne farmed in Otter Creek until they moved to Zwingle in 1954, where LaVerne served as town clerk for 30 years while working at Sweeney’s Grocery. She was also a co-owner of Suite One Boutique in Maquoketa, and especially enjoyed the buying trips to Chicago, Dallas, and Minneapolis. She traveled to her ancestral homeland in County Cork, Ireland with her two daughters where they stayed in a castle, toured the Twin Churches of Wexford and sampled ales in several pubs.

LaVerne’s sense of humor and inviting demeanor drew others to her throughout her life, even when she was beating them at cards! She enjoyed going to casinos to try her luck on the Leprechaun Pot of Gold machines and nearly reached her dream of having Willard Scott announce her 100th birthday on a Smuckers jar.

She was the best and most loving mother to her four children John, Judy, Jr. and Joni. She is survived by her son John J. (Christine) Marcus of Zwingle, and a daughter Joan M. Kehoe of Minocqua, WI, eight grandchildren, Michael Marcus, Jennifer (Chris) Newton, Shawn Zambrano, Jodi (Ben) Yeggy, Michael Pierson, Michelle Riggleman, John (Melinda) Pierson, and Jason (Tina) Marcus, thirteen great grandchildren six great great grandchildren, and expecting a great great great grandson in November.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joseph, a son Joseph R. “JR” Marcus, and a daughter Judy (Charles) Pierson.

A special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque “Angels” and all of the incredible caregivers at Stonehill Care Center.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to St. Lawrence Church in Otter Creek.

Sr. Elizabeth Brady, OSF

Sister Elizabeth (Martin) Brady, OSF, of Clare House, Dubuque, Iowa, passed away at 5:55 PM, on September 12, 2021.  The Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. in Clare Chapel.  Masks will be required. Livestream of the service can be viewed at: www.youtube.com/dubuquefranciscans.  Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Sister was born on June 22, 1923 in Portland, OR, to John and Rose Anne (Sweeney) Brady.

She entered the Sisters of St. Francis August 24, 1940 and made final profession of vows August 10, 1946. Sister received her degrees in education from Loras College, Dubuque, IA and in Clinical Pastoral Education (C.P.E.) at Providence Medical Center in Portland, OR. She ministered in Iowa as a teacher at Dyersville, Holy Cross, and Remsen, and in Portland, OR and St. Mary of the Woods, Chicago, IL. She later ministered as chaplain and director of religious activities at Sunnycrest Manor and as parish minister at Holy Trinity Parish both in Dubuque, IA.

Sister is survived by her nieces, nephews, and her Franciscan sisters.

Sister was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers John (Rose) Brady, Thomas (Irene) Brady, and Edward (Eleanor) Brady; and sisters Margaret and Mary Brady, Theresa (Steve) Stenberg, and Rose (Jay) Oliver.

Memorials may be given to the Sisters of St. Francis, Dubuque, IA.

Behr Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Paul D. Rupp

Paul D. Rupp, 80, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 10, 2021, at home with his loving wife by his side.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, September 16, 2021, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Ghost Church with Rev. Steven Garner officiating. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Paul was born on December 4, 1940, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Clarence and Barbara (Spautz) Rupp. He graduated High School in 1958 from Loras Academy. He married Rose Mary McDermott on August 19, 1961, at Holy Ghost Church in Dubuque, IA.

He worked for John Deere in Dubuque retiring after 35 years; after retirement he worked part-time at the Diamond Jo Casino as a dealer. He was a member of the Dubuque Bowling Association, where he was past president, was inducted into the DBA Hall of Fame, 700 Club Member and ranking officer. He was also a member of Lacoma Golf Club.

Paul was a loving father and husband, often putting their needs above his own. His eyes sparkled when family gathered and often, he would be seen with at least one grandchild or great grandchild on his lap or the family cat Max. Outside of family, Paul enjoyed sports; he kept active with bowling, golf and pool leagues. He was proud of his accomplishments of a 298 on the lanes and a hole-in-one at Lacoma. Whether he was with family, at work, or participating in sports, his big heart and sense of humor shone through.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years Rose Rupp; children: Doug (Jane) Rupp, David (Gina) Rupp and Barbara Krieg, all of Dubuque. Eight grandchildren, Katy (Jake) Christensen, Paul D. Rupp II, Elizabeth Rupp, Noah Rupp, Elijah Rupp, Courtney Krieg, Kyle Krieg and Allison Krieg; three great grandchildren Leah and Jayce Christensen and Arya Krieg Recker; his brother Edward Rupp, of Las Vegas, NV; former daughter-in-law Lee Rupp as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; his son Daniel Rupp; two sisters Virginia Frommelt-Graff and Kathleen Rupp and his brother James Rupp.

For those unable to attend due to COVID restrictions, memorials may be directed to Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road in Paul’s name.

The family would like to thank Dr. Arnold, Dr. Iverson and Dr. Compton; the staff at Unity Point Care especially Karla; but mostly a special thank you to his children for all the love and care they shown.

Pat Piekenbrock

Pat (Zelinskas) Piekenbrock, 92, of Dubuque, died Saturday, September 11, 2021, at her home in Dubuque, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until 1:00 pm Wednesday, September 15, 2021 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. Per the family’s request, if you have not been vaccinated, please wear a mask.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Pat will be 10:30 am Thursday, September 16, 2021, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church with Father Jim Goerend as the Celebrant. Burial 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.

Pat was born July 13, 1929, in Rockford, IL, the daughter of Dr. Earl Gregory and Mary Frances (Olson) Fanning. On July 1, 1950, she married Dr. Leonard Zelinskas in Plano, IL. He passed away on April 12, 2000. On May 27, 2009, she married Dr. Tom Piekenbrock in Dubuque. He passed away on March 15, 2014.

Pat graduated from Plano High School in Plano, IL in 1947. She then went on to attend Loyola University, stopping her studies to be a loving wife and the mother of 12 children.

Pat enjoyed playing tennis, bridge, running, cooking, sewing, knitting, and attending the Dubuque Symphony and other fine art events in Dubuque. She especially enjoyed her many trips to Europe, China and within the United States, including 5 trips to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area with her sons when she was over 70 years old. She was a two-time winner of the Bix run for her age group in 1999 and 2000. Always a good sport, she was proud to have once been awarded the “Best Tennis Player with the Worst Strokes” at Dubuque Golf and Country Club.

As a progressive Catholic, she was a passionate advocate for social justice, womens’ rights, and the environment. She served for many years as a volunteer, assisting battered women and their children, and supported several charities and environmental organizations.

Survivors include eight daughters, Lenda Zelinskas of Iowa City, Beth (Michael) Brown of Davenport, Joey Zelinskas of Iowa City, Sara (Mark) Welter of Denver, CO, Amy (Rob) Smith of Newport News, VA, Ann (Payson) Peterson of Avondale, CO, Ellen Zelinskas of Dubuque, and Katy (Tom) Eiseland of North Liberty; four sons, Michael “Tony” (Kari) Zelinskas of Dubuque, Mark (Donna) Zelinskas of Dubuque, Eric (Sandra) Zelinskas of Tampa, FL and Andy (Tina) Zelinskas of St. Paul, MN, as well as 27 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her first husband, Dr. Leonard Zelinskas; two grandchildren, Molly and Matthew Zelinskas; her second husband, Dr. Tom Piekenbrock; one brother, Walter “Bud” Fanning and one nephew, Greg Fanning.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

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

Mary A. Davis

Mary Ann Davis, 85, of Dubuque, died Sunday, September 12, 2021, at the Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque, surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be 9:00 am until 11:00 am Friday, September 24, 2021 at Church of the Resurrection.  During the current pandemic, the church is recommending everyone wears a mask.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Mary will be 11:00 am Friday, September 24, 2021, at Church of the Resurrection. Burial 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.

Mary was born August 12, 1936, in Dundee, IA, the daughter of Edward and Marcella (Willenborg) Brunsman. On April 17, 1956, she married Neil R. Davis in Manchester, Iowa. He passed away on October 26, 2007.

Mary worked as the City Clerk for 30 years for the City of Dubuque.

She enjoyed visiting with people, especially friendships recently made at Eagle Pointe Place, golfing, euchre, pinochle, but her greatest joy was spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Mary and her husband housed Dubuque Fighting Saints players for ten years.

Survivors include her five children, Diane (Tom) Hein of Asbury, Deb Herrig of Dubuque, Zoe (Mark) Merritt of Meridian, ID, Ed (Kim) Davis of Meridian, ID and Cathy (Curt) Marks of Asbury; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one brother, John (Karen) Brunsman of Fairfax, IA and one sister, Susie Luensmann of Delhi, IA.

She is preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Hank (Delores) Brunsman and Bill Brunsman; one sister-in-law, Leola Brunsman and one brother-in-law, Bob Luensmann.

In lieu of flowers, a Mary A. Davis Memorial Fund has been established.

The family would like to extend their great appreciation to the 5th floor nursing staff at Finley for their compassion and support.

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

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

Barbara J. Durey

Barbara J. (Strong) Durey, 82, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully on September 9, 2021, surrounded by her loving family at Luther Manor, of Dubuque.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with the Rev. Steven Rosonke officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery. Friends may call from 3-8 p.m., Monday, September 13, at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road, where a wake service will begin at 7:30 p.m. Per the family’s request, they ask that those who are visiting not wear black as Barb did not like black.

Born April 27, 1939, in Iowa City, Iowa to Percy and Mabel Strong.  Barb was the second youngest of 14. Barbara’s love was unconditional for everyone she knew or met.  She did not have a bad bone in her body, she could light up the room with her infectious smile. Her nursing staff stated they needed her more than she needed them, because of her unfathomable love.

Barbara had a lucky number four, she was born in the fourth month, married on the fourth, had four children, four grandchildren, and four  great grandchildren. Barbara loved shopping with her sisters, tops on Monday nights, and her breakfast club. Barbara worked outside the home, but her true passion was staying at home and taking care of her kids, grandkids, and great grandkids.

Barbara is survived by a son, Robert W. daughter, Jennifer Waugh (Durey);  sons-in-law, Richard Reynolds and John Potter; grandchildren, Amanda Reynolds, Taylor (Matthew) Nemmers, Jordan Reynolds; great- grandchildren, Aiden and Amelia Hoffman, Garrick and Aurora Nemmers, all of Dubuque; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Robert Durey in 2017; two daughters, Jeanne Reynolds, 2017, and her favorite (yes mom we all knew!) Julie Potter in 2020; and one granddaughter, Kelly Ann Reynold in 1995; her parents, and 14 siblings.

The family would like to thank Luther Manor and Hospice of Dubuque and the Bluff View staff. A special thanks to Maddy and Brea.

Ramona Hennings

Ramona Hennings, 89, of Dubuque died Tuesday, September 7, 2021.  Visitation will be Friday from 4 to 8 pm at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy road.  Funeral service will be 11 am Saturday at Grace Point Evangelical Presbyterian Church where visitation will also be held from 10 to 10:45 am. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery. Masks are optional for the visitation and funeral service.

Ramona was born May 2, 1932 in Waukon, Iowa, daughter of Allen and Ella (Thies) Hartley.  She graduated from Luther College and Bayless Business College.

On October 24, 1954 she married Richard Hennings at Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church, New Albin, Iowa.  He preceded her in death on December 7, 2018.

She was an active member of Grace Point Evangelical Presbyterian Church where she served on the missions committee as well as other committees throughout the years.  She also sang in the church choir and as one time was a deaconess.

She is survived by; two sons, Lyle Hennings of Dubuque and James (Carol) Hennings of Dallas, Pennsylvania; four grandchildren, Katrina (Kyle) Coates, Natasha Hennings, Keysha (Stephen) Anderson and Kayla Hennings; two great grandchildren, Aubrey Jayne Coates and Jordan Daniel Coates.

She is also survived by three siblings, Charlotte Gerdes of Caladonia, MN, Loren (Gisela) Hartley of Eitzen, MN and Donald (Marlene) Hartley of New Albin, IA, a sister in law, Dorothy Thomas and nephews and nieces.

She was also preceded in death by  brothers in law and sisters in law,  Hebert Gerdes, Robert and Georgine Hennings, Fred Thomas and Donald and Kay wilcox, and three nephews, Tony Hennings, Duncan Goodman and Mark Wilcox.

The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

A Ramona Hennings Memorial Fund has been established.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staffs at Hospice of Dubuque, Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital, and Dubuque Specialty Care.

Joan E. Galloway

Joan E. Galloway, 90, of Lost Nation, Iowa, passed away on Thursday morning, September 9, 2021, at her home in Lost Nation, Iowa.

A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, September 15, 2021, at the Elwood United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 from 4 to 7 P.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa.  Burial will be at the Elwood, Iowa Cemetery.

Joan Elizabeth Galloway was born on September 24, 1930, in Jackson County, Iowa to Kirk and Marjorie (Kent) Griffin. She attended rural schools and graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1948 where she was selected as homecoming queen in 1947.  In 1949, Joan graduated from Busselle School of Beauty Culture. She married Earl “Dude” Galloway on April 23, 1950, and they added two children to their family, Kathy Jo and Jon Charles. Joan kept very busy through the years having an active farm life.   She was also very active in the Elwood Methodist Church. She loved dancing, bowling, baking, and babysitting her grandchildren. She was a member of various card clubs and was a gifted quilter who loved quilting with the Lost Nation church ladies making quilts to donate to Camp Courageous and those in need.  Her needlework, knitting and crocheting were all beautiful!

Joan is survived by her husband Earl “Dude” Galloway of Lost Nation, IA; children, Kathy (Gary) Lidke of Maquoketa, IA, and Jon (Denise) Galloway of Lost Nation, IA; 7 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Kirk and Marjorie Griffin, brothers Jack and Tom Griffin, sister Betty Carlson, In-Laws, Buster and Eva Herkleman, and Harold and Earline Galloway, and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Elwood United Methodist Church or the Elwood Cemetery Association.

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