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Norma M. Denlinger
Norma M. Denlinger, a long-time Dubuque civic leader, whose no-nonsense manner surrounded a tender heart, died December 19, 2019 with her loving family by her side. She was 91 years old.
Funeral services will be held on January 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Church with a visitation from 9:00-9:45 a.m. A celebration of Norma’s life will be held on January 4, 2020 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at the Grand River Center River Room, where the family will welcome visitors.
Norma was born in St. Louis, MO on April 19,1928, the only child of Edward J. and Hilda F. (Scheyer) Mulligan. Although Norma was an only child, she had 9 first cousins, on her maternal side, who were like siblings to her. When Norma was two, the family moved to Dubuque, where she attended St. Columbkille’s School from Kindergarten through 12thgrade. She excelled at many things from academics to basketball. She received a scholarship from Clarke University and attended one year. She left university to marry her sweet-heart and best friend, Virgil J. Denlinger. Norma married Virgil on Oct. 15,1949 at Nativity Church in Dubuque.They were married for 54 years until Virgil passed away in 2003.
Her first full-time job was as an assistant to the personnel director at Dubuque Packing Co. Later, Norma and Virgil established Denlinger Insurance Agency and ran it for more than 50 years.The office was inside their home on Clarke Drive for most of those years, where they also built an upstairs apartment for Norma’s parents.
Norma was known as “Mully” to her school chums, most of whom she kept throughout life. She was blessed with a keen intellect, which she willingly shared with family, friends, and the community. She was also born with an unselfish spirit and a desire to help those in need. Those who knew her say she exemplified the finer things of the human spirit — equality, compassion, honesty, and fairness. Norma was a great listener and many sought her wisdom. Her wry sense of humor and playfulness often made folks chuckle and lightened many hearts throughout her life.
Countless organizations and individuals in Dubuque received Norma’s time, talent, insight, and resources. Her assistance ranged from quiet, behind-the-scenes endeavors to leadership of some of the community’s most prominent organizations, including the United Way, Dubuque Racing Association, Boy’s and Girl’s Club, Bridges out of Poverty, Community Foundation, Arboretum, Two by Two, Bell Tower Theater, NICC, NISOM, and many others. Norma was also very generous with her financial resources and many more non-profits and individuals received financial help from her. Preserving the environment and and protecting it for future generations were also very dear to her heart.
Her civic roles never precluded Norma from devoting time to her family, friends, and neighbors. When her children’s Cub Scout dens and Girl Scout troops needed a leader, she volunteered. When neighborhood kids suffered scrapes and more serious injuries, their parents often sought out “Dr. Denlinger”, as she was affectionately known in the neighborhood. When her children’s school, St. Patrick’s, started a baseball team, Norma sewed the uniforms, and kept score. She found time to attend many of her children’s and grandchildren’s athletic games and extracurricular activities, help with homework, and take her grandkids on educational “field trips”. There was also always room at her kitchen table and in her yard for kids needing a place to feel at home. People often asked her how she found time to do so much, her response was simple, “I don’t have any more hours in the day than anyone else, it is simply a matter of how you establish your priorities”.
She also had many interests and talents. Norma was an avid reader, a good musician, playing the piano and violin, dancing, sewing, knitting, and basket weaving. She also loved swimming (especially in the Mississippi),crosswords,traveling, and meeting folks from all backgrounds. She saw many countries throughout her life.
Norma’s motto was: to give is to receive. Her family feels so blessed to have had her in their lives and to have shared her with so many others.
Norma is survived by her four children: James E. (Susan) Denlinger of Dubuque; Lynn M. Denlinger of Anchorage, AK; Thomas A. (Tina) Denlinger of Cuba City, WI.; and William J. (Carol) Denlinger of Coral Springs, FL.
She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Jason (Berta) Denlinger, Julie (Shane) Bakey, Trent and Theo Denlinger, Ava and Aiden Denlinger, Adam Henderson; and three great grandchildren, Kael and Madelyn Bakey, and Emmett Ribeiro Denlinger.
The family would like to thank the daily caregivers that loved and cared for Norma and Hospice of Dubuque.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Virgil J. and Norma M. Denlinger Family Foundation at the Community Foundation of Greater Dubuque (CFGD), 700 Locust St., Suite 195, Dubuque, IA, 52001. Norma created the fund as a way to contribute perpetually to the pressing causes in the Dubuque Community.
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Edward Bechen
Edward “Eddie” Bechen, 65, of Dubuque, died Friday, December 27, 2019, at Hillcrest Residential Care Facility.
Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, December 30, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.
The Mass of Christian Burial for Eddie will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, December 31, 2019, at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Catholic Church, 2215 Windsor Ave. with Rev. Father Mark Kwenin as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.
Edward was born December 8, 1954, in Dubuque, the son of Olin M. and Helen Marie Block Bechen.
He was a member of Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Catholic Church. He loved legos,drawing, family outings. He looked forward to his outings with Sue from Hillcrest.
Those left to honor his memory include his siblings, Debbie (Mike) Leach, John (Sandy) Bechen, Terri (Chuck) Lynch, all of Dubuque, Mike (Laurie) Bechen and Jean (Jerry) Kirton, both of LaMotte, IA; 12 nieces and nephews, Stacey Gednalski, Steve Leach, Bobbi Stevens, Cindy Conrad, Jay Kirton, Carrie Eggers, Jason Bechen, Jim Bechen, Jared Bechen, Keith Bechen, Kellie Carr, and Melissa Bechen; and several great nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Kevin
A special thank you to Hillcrest Residential Care Facility especially, Sue for the years of loving care and Paramount Ambulance Service for all their care.
A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Eddie’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.
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Frederick M. Sievers
Frederick Michael “Mike” Sievers, 83, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on December 26, 2019 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 31th, 2019 at The Church of the Resurrection with Fr. Tom Heathershaw officiating. Entombment will follow at Mount Olivet Cemetery with full military honors accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Visitation will be from 3:00 pm. to 7:00 pm. Monday, December 30th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.
Mike was born on August 8, 1936 in Dubuque, Iowa. He was the son of Berkeley and Ruth (Murray) Sievers. He attended St. Columbkille Catholic School for Elementary and High School and graduated from Loras College with a degree in Economics. Mike married Mary Crippes on May 23rd, 1959 at Nativity Catholic Church in Dubuque. They shared 60 wonderful years together.
He went on to graduate from the Naval Officer Training Academy in Northfolk, VA. After serving 20 years in the Navy and Naval Reserves, he retired as a Lt. Commander.
Mike retired as the Director of Economic Development at NICC Community College.
Mike was an active member of his church. He also volunteered at the Grand Theater, the River Museum, Dubuque Arboretum and Stone Cliff Winery. For the past several years he volunteered for AARP as a tax preparer. Mike also enjoyed working in his yard, taking bus tours with Mary and friends and spending time with family.
He is survived by his loving wife Mary, children; Patti (Mark) Miller, Mike (Liz) Sievers, Pam (Tim) McMullin, Mark Sievers, Grandchildren; Codi (Brian) Putnam, Tye (Kristen) Miller, Sam Miller, Louis and Eddie Sievers, Riley, Reid, Ramsey McMullin, Trey and Shay Sievers, and 7 great grandchildren, Presley, Pierce, Merrick, Nora, Lucy, Myles and Kylie. Siblings; Tom (Maureen) Sievers, Jim (Pat) Sievers, Mary Kay (Jan) Brimeyer, Susan (Leo) Shubert. In-laws; Jim (Loretta) Crippes, Pat (Cathy) Crippes, Doris Howes and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
The family request no flowers. Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Dubuque.
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John Klein
John “Ben” Klein, 84, of Bellevue, died Friday, December 27, 2019, at the Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue.
The Graveside Committal Service for Ben will be 2:00 PM Monday, December 30, 2019, at St. Catherine Cemetery.
John was born May 23, 1935, in Dubuque, son of Anthony and Frances (Arensdorf) Klein.
He attended St. Catherine Schools and served in the U.S. Army.
He worked on the family farm where he enjoyed spending time with family and friends.
Surviving are three sisters, Marie Boleyn, Margaret Mootz, and Donna Klein, all of Dubuque; one nephew, Cletus Moots, of Dubuque; and two nieces Carol Boleyn and Karen Mootz both of Dubuque.
He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Theodore, Robert, Richard, Donald, and James; two brothers-in-law Roger Boleyn and Cletus Mootz and one niece Debra Mootz.
The family requests no flowers.
Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in care of arrangements.
Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Ben’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.
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Gilbert J. Lehman
Gilbert J. Lehman, 91, of Farley, Iowa passed away Thursday, December 26, 2019 at Mercy One Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa.
Visitation for Gilbert will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. on Monday, December 30, 2019 at Reiff Funeral Home in Farley, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Visitation will also be held after 9 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.
A Mass of Christian burial for Gilbert will be held on 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Farley, Iowa with Rev. Phil Kruse presiding. Burial will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Farley, Iowa.
He was born September 15, 1928 in Worthington, Iowa, son of Paul and Anna (Marbach) Lehman. He received his education at the former St. Paul’s School in Worthington, Iowa. On April 27, 1950 he was united in marriage to Henrietta M. Paulsen at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Monticello, Iowa. She preceded him in death on May 15, 1997. The couple farmed in the rural Farley/Worthington areas, until their retirement in 1992 when they moved to Farley. He also worked at the Dyersville Sale Barn for 67 years.
He is survived by five children, Linda (Russ) Jacobson of Urbana, IL, Jim (Linda) Lehman of Farley, IA, Connie (Rich) Gabrielson of Asbury, IA, Ron (Marcia) Lehman of Dyersville, IA, and David (Dedee) Lehman of Montezuma, IA; 24 grandchildren; 35 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren; his siblings, Joe (Kay) Lehman of Cascade, IA,; brothers and sisters-in-law, Mille Schuman of Mt. Vernon, IA, Darlene Binley of Van Horne, IA, Gilbert Paulsen of Kimberly, MO and Glen Paulsen of Kimberly. MO.
He is also preceded in death by his parents; sisters and brothers, Mildred (Clem) Greiner, Marie (Sylvester) Steffen, Rosella (Ray) Roling, Dorothy A. (Norbert) Kremer, Annabelle (Bill) Marsh, Gerald (Lorraine) Lehman, Paul (Dorothy) Lehman, Edward Lehman, Wilfred Lehman, Bernadette Lehman, Mary Ann Lehman; a sister-in-law, Doris Lehman and a very special friend, Rosemary Greenwood.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com
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John C. Birkett
John C. Birkett (Coach) of Tucson, AZ died Christmas morning 2019, surrounded by his beloved family. John was born in Dubuque, Iowa on February 4, 1937 to Don and Maryel Birkett. He was the second oldest of eleven children.
From 1950 to 1954 John attended Loras Academy in Dubuque, an all-boys military academy. He played football, basketball and golf and was an honor student in spite of working as a newspaper boy and part-time helper at a downtown office supply store. He then attended Loras College and played basketball and golf. The golf team won the State College Championship over 31 other colleges and universities in 1957. John later received a Master’s Degree from the State College of Iowa, now the University of Northern Iowa. Birkett graduated from Loras in 1958 and was hired at Don Bosco High School near Waterloo, Iowa as head basketball and baseball coach, as well as athletic director. Birkett’s basketball teams won 101 and lost 35 games over a seven year tenure, which included four conference championships. In 1965 he was hired as head basketball coach at Lincoln High School in Stockton, California, where he coached until 1971 with a record of 101 wins and 36 losses, winning three conference championships and two second-place finishes in six years. Birkett was named San Joaquin County “Coach of the Year” four times.
Birkett was then hired as freshman coach at the University of the Pacific for the 1971-72 season, attaining a 21-5 record. He was then hired as varsity assistant basketball coach at University of California Santa Barbara from 1972 to 1974. In 1974 he was named Head Basketball Coach at Northern Arizona University. Birkett coached the Lumberjacks for four years and was the head of Intramurals and Recreation for most of a fifth year.
John coached 486 total games, winning 70% of them for a 340-146 life-time record.
Birkett left NAU in late 1979 to start his own real estate appraisal company in Flagstaff. During this time he was active in the Kiwanis Club, serving as President in 1979-1980. The Kiwanis Club distributed extensive monies to Flagstaff charities and youth groups.
John then relocated to Stockton, California to work for the nation’s fifth largest builder, returning to Flagstaff in 1993 to resume his appraisal business. The business was successful for the next 25 years, thanks to the people of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona.
John was involved in many charitable and civic organizations. He ran for County Supervisor in 1996, losing by 78 votes. He was appointed to the Forest Highlands Foundation Board of Directors and served for approximately four years. During that time the Foundation contributed over $2,000,000 to Flagstaff and Northern Arizona. He also served on the Flagstaff Parks and Recreation Commission for 7 years, during which time an $11,000,000 bond issue was approved for restoration and apparatus equipment, benefitting several local parks.
In 2007 Dave Brown and John Birkett established the Flagstaff Sports Foundation to help needy young athletes participate in and enjoy sports activities. The Foundation has helped over 300 young athletes over the years. Working with young people has always been an important part of John’s life.
John had a passion for golf, playing many courses in the United States, Mexico and the British Isles. A fierce competitor, he enjoyed organizing and participating in many golf tournaments with his friends
John and his wife, Jan, celebrated their 40th anniversary this year. Together they have six children: Pam Birkett Tschantre (Kevin) of Stanwood, WA, Barbara Birkett Vaughn (Jason) of Kansas City, MO, Janet Birkett Kurth (Jeff) of Ackley, IA, John David Birkett of Lodi, CA, Suzy Tuttle Kartchner (Zane) of Tucson, AZ, and Marc Tuttle (Charlotte) of Stockton, CA. They also have numerous grandchildren and a respectable and ever-increasing number of great-grandchildren. John was “Grandpa Buzzard” to his grandchildren, introducing them to the adventures of “secret plans” and was looking forward to doing the same with the next generation. His children love him for his strength, guidance, great sense of fun and unconditional love.
John also is survived by four sisters, Mary Jo Graham and Beth Splinter of Dubuque, Iowa, Ruth Frantzen of Urbandale, Iowa and Catherine Peters (John) of Phoenix, as well as one brother, Tom Birkett (Thalia), of East Lansing, Michigan.
Visitation will be at Greer Mortuary in Sedona from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 30. In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to the Flagstaff Sports Foundation, c/o Danny Neal, 2699 N. Roberta Drive, Flagstaff, AZ 86001.
Services will be held at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Sedona at 9:30 A.M., Tuesday, December 31, 2019, followed by burial at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Flagstaff.
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Dawn S. (Meyer) Woodhouse
Dawn Sonia (Meyer) Woodhouse, age 75, of Dubuque, IA passed away on Friday, December 20.
Dawn was born in Aukland, New Zealand on October 24, 1944. She came to the United States with her mother as a girl and spent her childhood in the Dubuque, IA area.
In 1963, she met and married Robert L. Woodhouse of Epworth, IA. Together, they raised three children: Alicia, Brad, and Rachel. The couple enjoyed golf, travel, bowling, and card club with friends. In her semi-retirement, Dawn became an avid quilter and prioritized mentoring students at Prescott Elementary each year as a way of honoring her grandchildren.
From the age of 17 Dawn worked in publishing and always took great pride in her work and career. More recently she worked in human resources and truly enjoyed making new relationships as well as passing on a lifetime of professional experiences to her younger coworkers. Though she had been semi-retired for many years, working remained central to her until the end.
Traveling to see her four grandchildren remained her top priority. These visits were a source of great strength and reward during her 15 month fight against cancer. Mom fought tenaciously against the disease that took her life and refused to give up until she herself was ready. She never once lost her unique sense of humor.
Dawn is survived by her devoted husband of 56 years, Bob Woodhouse; children Alicia (Eddie) Hicks, of Dallas, TX; Brad (Tammy Burns) Woodhouse of Minneapolis, MN; and Rachel (Zachary Stanesa) Woodhouse of Boston, MA. She is also survived by four grandchildren: Olivia Hicks, Mike Woodhouse, Maren Woodhouse, and Nate Stanesa. She will be missed and mourned by siblings Pat (Susan) O’Brien, Raewai (Jim) Reilly, Shane (Lorraine) O’Brien, and Paula (Malcolm) Fortson as well as nieces, nephews, friends, neighbors, and co-workers.
At mom’s request, a memorial reception will be held for family and friends from 3:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, December, 29, 2019 at Timmerman’s Supper Club, 7777 Timmerman Drive, East Dubuque, Illinois.
Mom collected unique rocks wherever she went, bringing them home as memories of her travels. She often held one in her hand during treatment. We invite visitors to bring a rock from their homes with them to share with the family and continue her tradition.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Dawn’s name to the Foundation for Dubuque Public Schools to be used for Prescott’s Mentoring Program.
Online condolences may be shared with Dawn’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com
Finally, Dawn’s family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Grand River Medical. We could not have asked for better care.
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Earl V. Lampe
Earl Vincent Lampe, 85, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on December 24, 2019 at home surrounded by his family the day after his 85th birthday.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 30th, 2018 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church with Rev. Thomas McDermott officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery with full military honors accorded by American Legion Post #6. Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, December 29th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 5:30 p.m.
Earl was born on December 23, 1934, in Saint Donatus, the son of Leroy and Theresa (Herrig) Lampe. He attended school in Bellevue and graduated from Bellevue High School in 1952. He served in the United States Army, from 1957 until 1959 as a supply clerk at Fort Knox and Fort Dix. He returned home to Dubuque and married Juan Speltz on November 7, 1959 at Saint Columbkille Catholic Church, they shared 60 years together.
He worked for Dubuque John Deere for 36 years and was a member of the UAW Local #94.
He had a great passion for baseball and even was signed to a professional contract with the former Saint Louis Browns, now the Baltimore Orioles. Earl was well known in the Dubuque area being a respected umpire for baseball and softball games along with many tournaments. He was an avid bowler and served as secretary of his league.
He umpired many games in the prairie league at various tournaments and with other leagues.
He was a Chicago White Sox fan and a fan of all Iowa Hawkeye sports.
He took great pride in his family and enjoyed gardening to provide them with the best produce. He also enjoyed playing cards with his friends especially poker and euchre and rarely missed cooking a great family breakfast on Sundays.
He is survived by his wife Juan; four children Kimberly DeSanti, of Dubuque, Todd (Lisa) Lampe, of Davenport, Andrea (Rick) Jochum, of Dubuque, and Nicole (Ed) Freed, of Dubuque; fifteen grandchildren Ryan, Kayla, Kelsey, Riley, Russell, Julia, Ellie, Kara, Anna, Adeline, Samuel, Lily, Benjamin, Maria, and Caroline, a brother Nester Lampe and a sister-in-law Dorothy Lampe, along with many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Monica, Robert, Johanna, Roman Sr. and Maurice.
In lieu of flowers an Earl Lampe memorial fund has been established.
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Helen L. Weinberg
Helen Louise Weinberg, 78, of Dubuque, was welcomed into heaven on Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at the Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.
Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Monday, December 30, 2019, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3200 Asbury Road, in Dubuque. The funeral service for Mrs. Weinberg will be 11:00 AM Monday, December 30, 2019, at St. Peter Lutheran Church with Reverend Matthew Agee officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.
Helen was born June 1, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Clarence Robert Sr. and Margaret Mary (Fruin) Paul. On April 29, 1961, she married George Donald Weinberg at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Chicago.
She graduated from Palatine Township High, Palatine, IL in 1959. She worked at Pure Oil in Chicago where she met her future husband George.
She was a member of St. Peter Lutheran Church.
She was a dedicated wife, mother, sister and friend. She loved water walking with her friends at Eagle Point Place, she absolutely adored her family especially her great grandson, Matthew Jeffrey Weinberg.
Helen is survived by her loving husband, George; two sons, George R. Weinberg of Dubuque, Jeffrey S. (Patty) Weinberg of Ankeny, IA; two daughters, Lynn (Tom) Lentner, and Kimberly (Jim) Feltes both of Dubuque; seven grandchildren, Luke Weinberg, Roman (Maureen) Weinberg, Trevor Weinberg, Eric Weinberg, Elizabeth (Curt) Hord, Hunter Feltes, and Cody Feltes; one great grandson, Matthew Jeffrey Weinberg; one sister, Mary Elizabeth Roche of Stamford, CT; one sister in law, Arlene Orisek; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Clarence Robert (Sandy) Paul, II, and one brother in law, M. William Roche.
A special thank you to Stonehill Care Center for their loving care of Helen.
A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Helen’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.
Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in care of the arrangements.
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Gordon Omarzu
Gordon “Bucko” Omarzu, 87, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, December 24, 2019, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.
Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM Sunday, December 29, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.
Gordon was born May 3, 1932, in Virginia, Minnesota, the son of Louis and Fae (Wallgren) Omarzu. He married Jacqueline Main in 1960. She died in 2005.
He was a U.S. Navy Veteran, serving during the Korean War on the USS Philippine Sea. Following his military service, he was an elementary school teacher in Minnesota and California. After his wife’s death, he moved from California to Dubuque in 2006 to be closer to his son, Michael.
He was a running back in college, a former high school football coach, and an avid Minnesota Vikings fan.
Survivors include one son, Michael (Julia) Omarzu of Dubuque, one brother, Allan (Barbara) Omarzu, and one sister, Dolly Tomonovich of Virginia, Minnesota.
Besides his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Jack, and one sister, Sally.
The family would like to thank the cardiology department at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center for their exceptional care.
Memorials may be sent to the Gary Sinise Foundation. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Gordon’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.
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Joan B. Ehlers
Joan Berniece Ehlers, of Dubuque passed away on December 24th, 2019 at the age of 79, after a short illness.
Funeral mass will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 28th, 2019 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church with Rev. Paul Attah-Nsiah officiating. Family and friends may gather after 8:30 a.m. until time of mass Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.
Joan B. (Hartman) Ehlers married John E Ehlers on October 28th, 1958, they had six children: Jackie Cook – Dubuque, Julie (Dave) Wolf – Asbury, Janiece (Mark) Bolender – Cottage Grove (WI), Jeff (Terri) Ehlers – Dyersville, Jane (Dave) Hoeger – Montezuma, Joe (Jen) Ehlers – Epworth
Joan was a farmer’s wife in Bernard, Sherrill and Rickardsville, Co-Owner of the Park Hill Grocery Store – Dubuque, the Midway Tavern – Holy Cross, The Ritz Restaurant – Dyersville, and was a Customer Service Representative at The Diamond Jo Casino.
Resident of Stonehill Care Center since 2015; the family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stonehill for all their wonderful care. She always had a smile on her face and will surely be missed by all those she touched.
Joan was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Mildred and brother Michael Hartman, and grandson John L Cook.
She is survived in death by John Ehlers, her brother Tom (Darlene) Hartman, and sister Barbra Delaney both of Dubuque, (12) grandchildren, and (9) great grandchildren.
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Eileen C. Weber
Eileen C. Weber, 89, of Kieler, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at Bethany Home in Dubuque, Iowa.
Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, December 30, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Church in Kieler with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center in Kieler where the parish wake service will be at 1:45 p.m. Friends may also call from 9-10:15 a.m. Monday at the parish center before the service. Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is assisting the family.
Eileen was born on August 11, 1930, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Joseph E. and Florence C. (Schulting) Averkamp. She married Lawrence “Larry” G. Weber on November 23, 1950, at Nativity BVM Church in Menominee, Illinois.
Eileen enjoyed crocheting, needlework, gardening and loved her flowers. Her family and grandchildren were very special to her.
Survivors include her husband, Larry; her children, Keith (Diane) Weber, Hazel Green, Jim “Potsy” (fiancée, Julie Huseman) Weber, Kieler, and Sarah (Joe) Foley, Dubuque; a son-in-law, Bob Splinter, Dubuque; a sister, Evelyn Averkamp, Dubuque; a brother, Wilmer (Lillian) Averkamp, Menominee; two grandchildren, Morgan and Ben Foley; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Mary Christine “Chris” Splinter; a brother Elden Averkamp; and an infant sister, Mary Ann.
Thanks to Hospice of Dubuque and Diane Fasselius, University of Iowa Hospital, UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital, and Bethany Home for their special care and service.
Online condolences for the family may be left at www.caseyfuneralhome.net.
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Richard R. Berning
Richard Raymond “Dick” Berning, 83, of Sinsinawa, WI, entered peacefully into eternal life, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday, December 22, 2019 at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics in Iowa City.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 28, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Sinsinawa, WI, with Fr. Kenneth Frisch officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 27, 2019, at St. Joseph’s Church, 780 County Rd. Z, where the parish rosary will be recited at 12:30 p.m. Friends may also call from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. on Saturday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, IL. Burial will take place in the church cemetery.
Richard was born July 17, 1936, in Cuba City, WI, the son of Aloysius and Emma (Wiederholt) Berning. He married the love of his life Mary (Heiderscheit) on May 21, 1960 at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Holy Cross, Iowa. Together they raised a family near Sinsinawa on the farm where Richard grew up. He was a dairy farmer and president of Berning Livestock, Ltd. He served 19 years as a bank director for American Bank. He was a veteran of the Army National Guard with the 32nd Infantry Division, called to active duty during the Berlin Crisis in 1961. He attended Loras Academy and was a champion for Catholic education throughout his life.
Richard was a lifelong member of St. Joseph’s Parish. His Catholic faith inspired him to lead a life of prayer and service as a Holy Name Society member, a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 7370, a Knight of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, a leader and participant on CEW retreats, and many other ministries.
Dick was known for his hospitality, sharing stories and jokes, enjoying the incredible gift of life, and encouraging others at every opportunity. He truly demonstrated the importance of giving thanks in all circumstances, and taught us the value of faith, service, hard work, and living each day to the fullest.
He is survived by his wife Mary, children Roger (Mary) of Sinsinawa, Janet (Dan) Teets of Iowa City, Keith (Lugene) of Dubuque, and Kelly (Kevin) Clemens of Peosta; 20 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Bernadette (Douglas) Hilby, Mary Ann (Eugene) Wessling, and Joyce (Ronald) Lansing; four brothers, Gerald (Marilyn), Lloyd (Janet), John (Ellen), and Mark (Jane); brothers-in-law Clarence, Leon (Sandy), Charles (Sara), Paul Heiderscheit; sisters-in-law Sr. Dorothy Heiderscheit, OSF, Jeanne (Gary) Schmidt, Joan (Kevin) Althaus, Rose and Marlene Heiderscheit; and numerous nieces & nephews.
He was preceded in death by two infant children, Patrick Joseph and Anne Marie; his parents; father-in-law Matthew; mother-in-law Frances; a brother Clarence and sister-in-law Judy; a sister Jenelle; brothers-in-law George and Allan Heiderscheit; and sister-in-law Edel Heiderscheit.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Joseph’s School or the St. Joseph’s School Endowment Fund.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millerfhed.com©
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Lawrence J. Hentrich
Lawrence “Larry” Joseph Hentrich, 72, of Galena, Illinois passed away on December 21, 2019 at his family home in Galena, Illinois due to heart failure.
Larry was born on July 14,1947 in Cuba City, Wisconsin. Larry was married to Linda for over 53 years.
Larry was loved by all. He was an amazing man with a great sense of humor, incredible strength and integrity. He truly loved life and all those that touched his.
Larry retired from Chrysler after 31 years and built his family home in Galena, IL.
He recently volunteered his time with Vinegar Hill Township, Galena High School Bass Club and truly enjoyed driving the kids on his school bus. Larry was an avid bass fisherman and one of the first members of the Dubuque Bass Club.
Larry served in the Army and the Vietnam War.
Survived by:
Wife, Linda Hentrich
Children
Gemma Hentrich (San Diego, CA)
Chel Coxon (East Dubuque, IL)
Grandchildren
Mercedes Hentrich
Jessica Dill
Great-grandchildren
Vincent Bierman
Larry had a long list of family members & friends. Larry would want you each to know that he appreciated you and had the greatest life. Thank you for being a part of it.
Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.
Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service are in care of the arrangements. www.hskfhcares.com
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Roger E. Shady
Roger E. Shady, 61, of Maquoketa, Iowa, and formerly of Clinton and Monticello, Iowa, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2019, at Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa, Iowa.
A celebration of Roger’s life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Saturday, December 28, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held prior to the service beginning at 10 A.M. at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Ozark Cemetery, rural Monmouth, Iowa.
Roger Edward Shady was born on May 19, 1958 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Harry Warren and Judith Ann (Fritz) Shady. He attended grade school in Monmouth and graduated from Clinton High School. He drove big trucks most of his life and spent a few years working construction in the Maquoketa area.
He married RoiLynn Carole Ewalt on November 23, 1976 in Clinton, Iowa. A son, Richard Allen Shady was born to this union.
Roger enjoyed hunting and shooting, 4-wheeling, riding motorcycles and was an avid Denver Broncos fan. He loved trucks, cars and hot rods of all kinds.
Those left to honor his memory include a son, Richard “Rick” (Chrissie) Shady of Clinton, IA; 2 grandchildren, Marcus Shady and Kaz Shady; his father, Harry (Audra) Shady of Otter Creek, IA; his step-father, Harold Hansen of Lost Nation, IA; sisters, Julie (Jeff) Klein of Monticello, IA, Nancy (Gary) Neuses of Hazel Green, WI, Cheri (Chuck) Yarolem of Monmouth, IA and Natalie (Brian) Schurbon of Lost Nation, IA; and brothers, Randy (Dixie) Shady of Monticello, IA, Steve (Sheila) Shady of Worthington, IA, and Darin (Stacia) Hansen of Oxford Junction, IA.
He was preceded in death by his mother Judith Ann Hansen, his step-mother Norma Shady, and a brother Rolly Shady.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Roger E. Shady memorial fund has been established.
Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.
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