Obituaries Archive

Thomas W. Bowling

Thomas W. “Tom” Bowling, 62, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 30, 2020 at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

At Peace Cremation Services have been provided by Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. A private family visitation was held.

Thomas William Bowling was born on January 18, 1958 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to George Junior and Elinor Mae (Beaman) Bowling. He was a graduate of Maquoketa High School. He married Martha Kay Eye on April 22, 1978 in Maquoketa, Iowa. Two children were born to this union, Eric William and Amanda Jo. Martha preceded him in death on May 26, 2009.

Tom had worked as an electrician for Stickley Electric in Maquoketa for 12 years and then for 20 years as a journeyman electrician for IBEW.

Tom loved to play all kinds of musical instruments and enjoyed entertaining his family. He also enjoyed being outdoors hunting, fishing and camping.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Eric Bowling of Maquoketa, IA, and Amanda Jo Bowling of Fulton, IL; his fiancé, Tina Redshaw of Maquoketa, IA; his mother, Elinor Bowling of Maquoketa, IA; 6 grandchildren; a brother Everett (Brenda) Bowling of Maquoketa, IA; and a sister-in-law, Jeannie Bowling of Maquoketa, IA.

He was preceded in death by his father, wife Martha, and a brother Kenneth Bowling Sr.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Thomas W. “Tom” Bowling memorial fund has been established.

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

Ruth E. (Humke) Hodgson

Ruth Emily (Humke) Hodgson, 97 went to be with the Lord on Friday May 29th, 2020 at Luther Manor in Dubuque, Iowa.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions there will be a private family memorial service at Grand View United Methodist Church Dubuque, IA.

Ruth was born on March 3, 1923 to Alice and Charles Humke in Dubuque, Iowa. On September 1, 1943 she married George Oliver Hodgson at Center Grove United Methodist Church. To that union came five children Sharon, Joyce, Glenn, Bill, and Ginny. They spent their entire lives farming on the Humke Family Farm.

Ruth loved the Lord, her Family, her church Family, music and quilting! She raised big gardens and numerous fruit trees. Summers were spent canning and freezing all of the produce for winter eating! She also loved to bake, especially bread and cookies! The aromas from her kitchen were glorious! She instilled a strong work ethic in her children for which we are all grateful. We enjoyed many Family camping trips over the years to many different states! Her love of music has been carried on in many of her children and she always enjoyed attending our many concerts. She was a lifelong member of Grand View United Methodist church where she was active in choir, quilting circle, teaching Sunday School and helping with the Youth League. Ruth was an excellent seamstress making many of our clothes and in later years became a Master Quilter! Besides the many quilts she helped with at church she pieced and hand quilted 75 quilts on her own!

Ruth is survived by her five children Sharon Halverson Boscobel, WI.; Joyce (Bill) Waters Peosta, IA; Glenn (Barb) Hodgson Dubuque, IA; Bill (Judy) Hodgson Bloomington MN; and Ginny (Fred) Base EauClaire, WI. Six Grandchildren Jennifer (Pat) Hromadka, Brian (Gina) Hodgson, Laura (Gil) Moran, Rebecca Halverson, Jacob Hodgson, and Adam Hodgson and her six Great Grandchildren Tristan, Addie, Kaci, and Levi Hodgson and Ethan and Dylan Moran and Baby Girl Moran on the way. She is further survived by many dear nieces and nephews.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years George Hodgson, her parents, Charles and Alice Humke, her three brothers Milton, Warren, and Alvin and their spouses, and her son-in-law Roger Halverson.

Memorials may be given to Grand View United Methodist church, Dubuque, IA. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com.

Ruth D. Huebbe

Ruth D. Huebbe, 87, of Baldwin, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, May 29, 2020, at her son Darrell’s home in rural Maquoketa.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2:30 P.M., Wednesday, June 3, 2020, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Tuesday, June 2, 2020, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at Hickory Grove Cemetery, rural Monmouth, Iowa.

Ruth Delores Scott was born on November 6, 1932 in Jackson County, Iowa, to George Sr. and Augusta (Peters) Scott. She was a 1949 graduate of Maquoketa High School. She married Harry J. Huebbe on August 20, 1953 in Andrew, Iowa. To this union three children were born, Harold, Darrell and Brenda.

Ruth had farmed all of her life, raising hogs, cattle and dairy farming. She had also worked at Community Helping Hands in Maquoketa, and lastly cleaned houses for the elderly.

Ruth was a former member of the Emeline Ladies Aid. She enjoyed gardening, both flowers and vegetables, and crocheting.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Harry J. Huebbe of Baldwin, IA; children, Harold (Cathy) Huebbe of Maquoketa, IA, Darrell Huebbe of Maquoketa, IA, and Brenda (Ed “Kleater”) Beidler of Maquoketa, IA; 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; and brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Elmer and Rachel Huebbe of Maquoketa, IA and Phyllis Scott of Maquoketa, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother George “Sonny” Scott Jr.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Ruth D. Huebbe memorial fund has been established.

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

Sherry Follman Brimeyer

Sherry Follman Brimeyer, 74, of Asbury, died Friday, May 29, 2020, at her home.

Sherry was born December 25, 1945, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Frank and Ethel Simpson Follman. In 1966, she married Dave Brimeyer in Texas.

She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1964 and later continued her education at the University of Dubuque.

She worked in management for Northwesten Bell Phone Company for 25 years, she enjoyed an early retirement in 1989.

Sherry was an avid Chicago Cub fan, Iowa Hawkeye fan, and anything that Nicholas and Noah did. She also enjoyed going to Dubuque Fighting Saints games with her husband, as long as he behaved himself.

Survivors include loving husband, Dave Brimeyer; niece Amy (Nate) Bradley of North Liberty and their children Noah, Nicholas, and Maya; and her sister, Cynthia Hamilton of Dubuque, IA.

She was welcomed into heaven by her special nephew Jeff Loney; her parents; and sister Sandra Lueck.

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

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

Mary L. Hartley Hantelmann

Mary L. Hartley Hantelmann, 92, of Maquoketa, and formerly of Dubuque, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, May 23, 2020 at Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa.

A private family graveside service and burial will be held at Linwood Cemetery, Dubuque, Iowa. Cremation has taken place. There will be no public visitation or service.

Mary Louise Marihart was born October 1, 1927 in Dubuque, Iowa, to Earl and Freda (Lindenberg) Marihart.

She was a 1945 graduate of Dubuque Senior High School. Mary lived in Dubuque her whole life until moving to the Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, IA in 2017.

Mary had the good fortune to be married to two City of Dubuque firemen. She married Milton Robert Hartley June 28, 1947.  He preceded her in death on November 7, 1987.  She later married Leroy James Hantelmann November 11,1989. He preceded in death January 20, 2002.

Mary loved to dance. She and Milt were proud members of the Gold Rush Square Dance Club.  Later, she and Roy enjoyed dancing with their friends at many tri state area venues.  In her later years, Mary enjoyed volunteering at the Unity Point Finley Hospital where she received special recognition for surpassing 100 hours for her auxiliary work.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Karen Thorson of Maquoketa, IA, and Nancy (Matt) Stone of Bettendorf, IA; step-children, Roger (Judy) Hantelmann, Jane (Morton) Lane, Sandy Macey, Kay Konrardy and Barb (Don) Leik; 4 grandchildren, Emily (Robert) Deschner, Eric (Whitney) Thorson, Marley Stone, and Jeffrey Stone; 2 great-grandchildren, Kara Deschner and Dean Thorson; 15 step-grandchildren, 32 step-great-grandchildren, and 6 step-great-great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Milton and her husband Leroy, and a sister Ruthann Turnquist.

The family would like to recognize and thank Maquoketa Care Center for all the love and compassion given to Mary over the past several years.

The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.  Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Lutgarda D. Tunque

Lutgarda Damaso Tunque, 81, of Dubuque, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2020, at home.

Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd. The family kindly requests that current public health guidelines be observed. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 6, 2020, at Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury  Rd.  The church kindly requests that all attendees practice social distancing and requests that masks be worn. Mass will be live-streamed and can be viewed on the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home Facebook page.  Rev. Phil Gibbs will officiate. Interment will be in Linwood Cemetery. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com

Lutgarda was born September 7, 1938 in the city of  Morong, Philippines, the daughter of Isidro and Francisca (Delos Santos) Damaso. She married Nestor Tunque.

Lutgarda is survived by her husband, Nestor; her children, Leonor, Joel (Elenita), Neil (Concerna) and Sidney (Rosemarie); her daughter in law, Belinda; and her grandchildren, Melissa Mae, Allysa Mae, Aldrin, John Jobie, Jodie Grace, Brian,  Nelrose, Neil Patrick, and Neildrin.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and her son, Nelson Tunque.

Andrew M. Loeffelholz

Andrew M. “Andy” Loeffelholz, 64, of Potosi, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at home. A Celebration of Life will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 30, 2020, at Hickory Hill Park in Potosi.  Friends may call from 1-2:45 p.m. Saturday at the park before the service.  Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is assisting the family.

Andy was born on April 21, 1956, in Lancaster, Wisconsin, the son of Daniel and Beulah (Droessler) Loeffelholz.  He married Kim Stratton on October 22, 1977.  Andy graduated from Potosi High School and received an associate’s degree from Southwest Wisconsin Technical College in Fennimore.  He worked at Schaefer Tire in Potosi for 23 years and John Deere Dubuque Tractor Works for the last 20 years.

Andy was an avid deer hunter.  He loved history, especially anything related to World War II or the space program.  Andy was fascinated by airplanes and enjoyed air shows.  A man who loved to tinker, he would fix anything for anyone.  Family was very important to him and he would do anything for them.

Survivors include his wife, Kim, Potosi; a daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Emanuel Kitoi, Madison, WI; two grandchildren, Lyla and Samuel; five sisters, Nancy (Gene) Jaworski, Ypsilanti, MI, Judy (Steve) Smith, Petaluma, CA, Joan (Pat) Meyer, East Dubuque, IL, Paula (Glenn) Bartelme, Platteville, and Rachael (Tom) Henke, Potosi; and a brother, Stephen (Sharon) Loeffelholz, Bellevue, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Mary Riegler.

Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseyfuneralhome.net.

Eric D. Abresch

Eric D. Abresch 53, of Dubuque, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2020 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd. with Deacon Mike Ellis officiating. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until time of services Friday at the funeral home.

Eric was born on August 29, 1966 in Iowa City, IA, the son of David and Kay (Vorwald) Abresch. He graduated from Central Alternative high school and attended the University of Dubuque. Eric moved to Colorado and was employed in the meat processing industry. He later relocated to Buda, TX to join his brother Michael in the construction of cabinets. Eric has resided in Dubuque since 2011. He enjoyed biking, fishing and all subjects having to do with space science.

Surviving are his mother, Kay of Dubuque; his brother Michael (Ilda) Abresch of Buda, TX; his nephews Eric and Matthew Flores, Michael Abresch Jr. and David and Jacob Abresch; his niece Jessica Flores and many uncles and aunts.

He was preceded in death by his father, David and his brother Donald.

An Eric Abresch memorial fund has been established.

Lynda R. Lee

Lynda R. Lee, 60, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM Saturday May 30, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service 3860 Asbury Road.  With respect to our current social distancing requirements, if you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a virtual hug to Lynda’s family.

Lynda was born May 6, 1960, in Dubuque, the daughter of Richard and Jacqueline Oswald Schneider.

She worked for many years as a caregiver at Dubuque Area Residential Care Facility.  She volunteered for many organizations including the Humane Society, Battered Women’s Crisis Line and other programs through ARC.

Survivors include two sons, Matt (Erin) Fossum of Dubuque, and Mike Fossum of Sioux City; one daughter, Melissa Bremer of Dubuque; five grandchildren; one sister, Debbie Croft of Dubuque; two brothers, Scott (Karen) Schneider of Dubuque, and Daniel (Ginger) Levi of Louisanna.

She was preceded in death by her mother.

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

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

Dr. David J. Lange

Dr. David J. Lange D.D.S., 64, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, May 27, 2020, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Monday June 1, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service 3860 Asbury Road.

The Funeral Service for David will be 11:00 AM Monday, June 1, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with  officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

David was born March 23, 1956, in Dubuque, the son of Dorrance John and Shirley Ann Breithaupt Lange.

He attended University of Iowa Dental School where he obtained his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 1983.

He owned and operated Southwest Dental in Dickeyville, Wisconsin for 35 years.

He was an avid Chicago Cubs fan and enjoyed traveling. Most of all he enjoyed being a dentist.

Survivors include four cousins, Sally Arensdorf of Cedar Rapids, Lorie Kascel of Cedar Rapids, Lynn Lange of Dubuque, and Jamie Brazier of Sun Prairie, WI; friends and coworkers, Jessica (James) Benn of Dickeyville, WI, and Beth (Scott) Gerlich of Danbury, WI.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

A special thank you to the ICU nurses at MercyOne and to Dr. Mark Moore for the care they showed David.

Condolences can be sent by visiting Doc’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

James C. Lau

James Clark “Doc” Lau, 81, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on May 25, 2020, at Dubuque Specialty Care. Private family graveside service will be at Paint Rock Cemetery, in Harpers Ferry, Iowa. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family

James was born on September 13, 1938 to Gordon and Opal (Phelps) Lau where he grew up on the family farm in Waterville, Iowa. He married Mary Martelle on November 28, 1959 at St. Anne’s Church, Harpers Ferry.

Worked for the Dubuque Packing Company for many years and at the Mines of Spain until retirement.

He was an Assistant Scout Master for Key West Troop 69 with his 3 sons. He enjoyed the outdoors especially hiking, fishing, he also enjoyed playing euchre and spending time with his family.

Survivors: sons, Randy (Peggy) Lau, of Winona, MN, Russell (Barbara) Lau, of Dubuque, and Brian (fiancé Val Voshell) Lau, of Dubuque. Six grandchildren Kelly (Josh) Hetzel, Katie Lau, Jesse (Leah) Lau, Alexandra Lau, Joshua (Laura) Lau, John (Aimee) Lau; five step-grandchildren Derek Sorensen, Silvana Proto, Joe Proto, Lindsay Derrig, and Emily Voshell; twelve great grandchildren and five step great grandchildren. Brother: Dave (Pat) Lau; sisters-in-law Arlene Lau, Davene Lau and Marlys Martelle. Many nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents, his wife, brothers Don, Gerald, and Curtis.

The family would like to thank the staff at Dubuque Specialty Care and St. Croix Hospice for all their wonderful care, kindness and compassion.

Arliss C. Weber

Arliss C. Weber, 82, of Epworth, IA, passed away Monday, May 25, 2020, at Unity Point Finley Hospital in Dubuque, Iowa.

Because of the unprecedented conditions in our country right now, a traditional services will not be held at this time. A private family visitation will be held for Arliss on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, with Mason, Rick Bowersox presiding. Private burial will be held at Rock Island National Cemetery in Rock Island, Illinois, on Friday, May 29, 2020. Friends and Family may send memorials to the Reiff Funeral Home Attention: Arliss Weber Family, P.O. Box 99 Farley, IA, 52046.

Arliss was born on November 5, 1937 in Havana, North Dakota son of Richard and Elvera (Mekshes) Weber. He received his education from United Township High School in East Moline, IL. He was a Veteran having served in the United States Marine Corp. 1955-1975 as a Gunnery SGT., during the Vietnam War, he was also involved in the Lebanon and Cuban Missile Crisis. On July 27, 1957, he was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Duke, at East Moline United Methodist Church in East Moline, IL. He was retired by Bituminous Insurance Company in Rock Island, IL.

He was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), Disabled Veterans (DAV), Marine Corps League, Master Mason, York Rite, Royal Arch Masons, Scottish Rite, Ye Antient Order of Corks, Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Texas, Red Cross of Constantine and Shrine. He was also the grand representative of Iowa near Texas for the Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Texas.

He is survived by his wife of over 62 years, Trish Weber of Epworth, IA; one daughter, Deb (Bill) Gauley; two grandsons, Mike (Sarah) Gauley and Matt (Rae) Gauley; one great grandson, Grant Gauley; three great granddaughters, Piper, Mila, and Skye Gauley; three sisters, Arlene Griswold, Lorraine Young and Josephine (Dick) Burns.

He is also preceded in death by his parents, one son, Michael Weber; three brothers, Roland Weber, Dan Mekshes and John Weber; three sisters, Sue Marlar, Gail Diamond and Marlene Weber.

If you would like to view video tribute or send online condolences to the family, please visit our website at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Shirley J. Runde

Shirley J. (Krohn) Runde, 81, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Sunday afternoon, May 24, 2020. She died at home surrounded by her family.

A Private Family Mass of Christian Burial will be 12:00 (Noon) Friday, May 29, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at Sinsinawa, WI, with Fr. Peter Snieg officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Public visitation is from 9:30 – 11:45 a.m. on Friday at St. Joseph’s Church, Sinsinawa. Social distancing rules will be followed. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family.

Shirley was born on June 11, 1938 in Grant County, Wisconsin, the daughter of Elmer and Martha (Russell) Krohn.  She graduated valedictorian of Potosi, WI, High School, class of 1956.  She was united in marriage to Paul J. Runde on February 8, 1958 at St. Raphael’s Cathedral in Dubuque, IA.

Shirley was formerly the co-owner of Runde Chevrolet.  She was a member of St. Mary’s Parish and its Altar & Rosary Society. Shirley was devoted to her family and a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.  She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.  In her free time, Shirley loved gardening, restoring furniture, remodeling and antiquing.

Surviving are six children, Ron (Sylvie) Runde, Nancy (Jim) Puls, and Mike Runde(Friend Becky Reed) all of East Dubuque, Tim (Heather) Runde of Dubuque, Jeff (Cheryl) Runde and Greg (Julie) Runde both of East Dubuque; 11-grandchildren, Nicole Meisenburg, Jacob, Jared and Jonah Puls, Chancler, Sophia, Gustav, Keeli, Franchesca, Harrison, and Ella Runde; five great-grandchildren, Morgan and Cael Patters, Bo Puls, Libby and Scarlet Runde, her siblings, Gerald and Gordon Krohn, Adele Merfeld, Judy (Larry) Ames, Elmer Krohn, Beverly (Dennis) Broughton, Peggy (Duane) Hansen, Randall (Sharon) Krohn and Cheryl (Jerry) Parsons.

Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer & Martha; a granddaughter Amelia Runde and siblings, John Dale Krohn, Debbie Kay Krohn and four infant brothers (deceased at birth), sister-in-law Ruth Krohn and brother-in-law Larry Merfeld.

Shirley’s family wishes to give thanks to the the nurses and staff at Mercy One-Dubuque Cardio/Vascular Unit, members of 24-Hour Care, Hospice of Dubuque and the support given by family and friends.

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

Dan Gessner

Dan Gessner, 28, Dubuque, IA was found on the shore of the Mississippi River just north of Bellevue, IA on Saturday, May 16, 2020.  He had been missing since October 21, 2019.  His family and friends are heartbroken that the search for Dan has ended this way.

A private family visitation will be held at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A live stream of Dan’s funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 30th, 2020 on Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory’s Facebook page. Pastor Matthew Collins will officiate and burial will be in Rockdale United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Dan was born May 26, 1991 in Sioux City, IA to Mark and Shelly (Shimon) Gessner.  He is the second of four children in the Gessner Family.  The Gessner’s moved to Dubuque from Sioux City, IA in March 1999.

Dan graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 2009.  He was a regular host of the Wednesday Night Comedy Club at the Mississippi Moon Bar and he was employed as a Shift Manager at Caribou Coffee in Dubuque.  Dan served in the U.S. Army in 2010 and was honorably discharged due to injury sustained in military service.  Prior to moving back to Dubuque in 2019, he was employed as a Sales Representative with the Brooklyn Roasting Company in New York City.

Dan was involved in Dark Chambers Haunted Attraction since high school.  He was a game night volunteer for Dubuque Thunderbirds Hockey and was an active participant in Dubuque Community Theater for many years.

Dan was an aspiring stand-up comedian and he inspired countless lives in Dubuque with his humor, his kindness and his generosity toward everyone he met.  He always put the needs of others ahead of his own, even if he didn’t know them well and he will be truly missed.

Dan is survived by his parents, Mark and Shelly Gessner of Dubuque, sisters Jackie (Mark) Scott of Shullsburg, WI and Elisabeth (Drazen) Vukovic of Galena, IL and brother Ben (Stacy) Gessner of Clarksville, TN.  He is also survived by his grandparents Ray and Mary Lou Shimon of Pocahontas, IA and Al and Becky Gessner of Arizona City, AZ along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephew and friends.  Dan was the world’s greatest uncle and he will be dearly missed by Emma, Taylor, Kaile, Cora and Genevieve.

Dan was proceeded in death by his great grandparents, his Great Uncle Dale Wagner and Great Aunts Mardie Shager, Kay Shager and Anice Gessner.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial account in Dan’s name has been established at Dubuque Bank and Trust.

The Gessner Family would like to thank East Dubuque Police, East Dubuque Fire & Rescue, Dubuque Police, Dubuque County Sheriff, Iowa DNR, Jackson County Sheriff, Jo Davies County Sheriff and the Greater Dubuque/East Dubuque Community for all the support, love and assistance that we have received.  Words truly cannot express our thanks.

Martha J. Clark

Martha Jean Clark, 77, of Dubuque, died Monday, May 25, 2020, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 10:30 AM until 11:00 AM Friday, May 29, 2020, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with respect to our current social distancing requirements, ten visitors will be allowed inside the building at a time. If you are not feeling well or are unable to attend, we encourage you to visit www.hskfhcares.com to send a virtual hug.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Martha will be 11:00 AM Friday, May 29, 2020, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Rev. Father Greg Bahl as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West.

Martha was born August 7, 1942, in Iowa City, the daughter of Clarence W. and Hazel T. Mann Clark.

She graduated from Wahlert High School.

Martha worked in the office at the former Dubuque Packing Company and also worked at the Dubuque Country Club in housekeeping.

She was a very quiet person but very strong in faith and selflessly charitable.

Survivors include her friends who loved her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Robert, Joseph, Paul, and Sonny, and one sister, Mary Ann.

A thank you to the staff at Stonehill Care Center and Dr. Mark Runde.

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

Condolences sent by visiting Martha’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.