Obituaries Archive

Grady Ivy

Grady Ivy, 77, of Dubuque, died peacefully Friday, November 8, 2024, knowing his vote counted.

Grady was a true Texan, born in Dallas on March 11, 1947. He lived there (in his heart) most of his life. He truly loved Texas; graduating from Grady Spruce High School in Dallas, Texas where he was offered a football scholarship at the University of Colorado. He later transferred to East Texas State University in Commerce, Texas where he continued to play football, graduated, married, and welcomed daughter, Kelly. His Bachelor’s of Business Administration led him to work for Price Waterhouse where he became a CPA. In this capacity he worked for various communication companies including Harte Hanks and Buford Communications; all while working on his MBA at the University of Texas in Tyler.

Tyler is where he met Coletta Ruppe, his wife of 41 years on the racquetball court where he won her over. In 1987 they moved to Dubuque where Grady worked for Woodward Communications as the Chief Financial Officer. In 1989 Grady and Coletta received their son, Clinton Joseph, with open arms and delighted in watching him grow. Grady was Clint’s best friend and together they spent many hours on the golf course. Grady retired in 2009 and continued to enjoy trips with family and friends to Copper Harbor, MI every summer. He and Coletta also enjoyed winters spent in Tyler with family and friends, especially those from Quitman.

Survivors include his loving wife, Coletta; his son, Clint; three grandchildren, Garrett, Preston, and MaKenna Torea all of Little Elm, TX; one son-in-law, Hugo Torea of Little Elm, TX; and their two very active beagles, Tucker and Axel.

Grady was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Kelly Ivy Torea; and sister, Rita Willett.

Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 4:45 PM on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Grady will be at 5:00 PM on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home with Deacon Jim Luksetich officiating. Immediately following the service, there will be a celebration of Grady’s life at the Dubuque Golf and Country Club.

The family would like to extend a special Thank You to the nurses at Stonehill, especially Aspen, Denver, Natalie and Amber; Hospice of Dubuque; Paramount Ambulance; and the Dubuque First Responders.

Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Dubuque Humane Society, or a charity of your choice.

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

Keith D. Deutmeyer

Keith D. Deutmeyer, 59, of Dyersville, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by his family, Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Lutheran Home in Strawberry Point.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 – 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Philip Agyei will officiate with Rev. Carl Ries concelebrating.

Keith was born on August 10, 1965, in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Raymond “Jim” and Rita (Klostermann) Deutmeyer. He graduated from Western Dubuque High School in 1984 and was employed at Country Junction in Dyersville for 29 years. Keith was a lifelong member of St. Francis Xavier Basilica.

Survivors include his siblings: Jo Ann (Jim) Young of Cedar Rapids, Janet (Jerry) Nadermann of New Vienna, Carla Deutmeyer of Guttenberg, Loras Deutmeyer of Guttenberg, Lois Campbell of Olathe, KS, Sheila (Joe) Harrison of Lenexa, KS, Dean Deutmeyer of Denver, IA, and Dennis (Connie) Deutmeyer of Cedar Rapids, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Fred Deutmeyer, and a nephew, Kenneth Nadermann.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Croix Hospice of Strawberry Point.

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

Elaine L. O’Toole

Elaine L. (Gassman) O’Toole, age 103, died at Bethany Home in Dubuque, IA, on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

Elaine was born in Dubuque on January 23, 1921, to William and Edith (LaMour) Gassman.  She was the first of their 5 children.  Elaine graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1938. Before her marriage she worked for Key City Gas Co. as a stenographer and billing clerk.  She also worked for Roshek’s Department store as a seamstress.

Elaine married her high school sweetheart Roger O’Toole at Nativity Church in Dubuque on April 14, 1941. After Roger’s service in World War II and a brief residency in Waterloo, IA, they moved to East Dubuque in March of 1951. Elaine and Rog raised 8 children in that home until June of 1985 when they retired to Mesa, AZ. With Rog’s health growing fragile, they moved back to Dubuque in September of 1994.

She is survived by her children, Sharon (Dave) Kieffer of Menominee, IL, Linda (Dean) Arnold and Teri Alamano all of Loveland, CO, Julie O’Toole (Jerry Glasco) of Sacramento, CA, Beth McMurchy (Renee Franz) of Waverly, IA, and Patrick (Kathy) of Weaverville, NC; her sister, Dianne Vance (Klaus Sanders) of Sun City, AZ, her daughter-in-law, Jolene Miller O’Toole of Madison and her sister-in-law, Joan Gassman of Dubuque.

She was blessed with 21 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren and 13 great great-grandchildren.

Elaine was preceded in death by her beloved husband Roger, 2 sons, Michael (Kay) O’Toole of Scottsdale, AZ, and Kevin O’Toole of Madison, WI, her sister, Virginia Keller, her brothers, Gerald and Allen Gassman.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, November 22, 2024, at the Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury Rd., Dubuque, with Fr. Phil Gibbs officiating. The family will greet friends at 9:30 a.m. with mass beginning at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Bethany Home or Hospice of Dubuque.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque, IL is assisting the family.

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

Anna L. Stromberg

Anna Louise Stromberg, “Weezie”, of Galena, IL, died October 17, 2024, at Saint Dominic Villa, Hazel Green, WI.

She was born January 16, 1934, to Ray and Leota Ball, of Belleview, IL. Having lived many years in the Chicago land area, she moved to the Galena Territory in the mid 1980s together with her husband, Dr. William B. Stromberg Jr., later moving into Galena after his passing.  She was a member of Galena Bible Church, a dedicated student of the Bible, and regularly volunteered in church activities and at the Tri-State Christian School. She loved entertaining, enjoyed watercolor painting, knitting, and writing poetry to share with family and friends. Weezie is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Kevin Aves, grandchildren Rachel, Aaron, and Ethan, as well as many close friends she counted as family. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her brother, James Ball.  A memorial for Louise will be held on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 at 1:00 pm at the Galena Bible Church.

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

Mary Lou Hutton

Mary Louise “Mary Lou” Hutton, 83, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2024, surrounded by family at University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City, Iowa.

Mary Lou was born on February 25, 1941, in Monticello, Iowa, the daughter of Jerome McClain and Celestine “Sally” McClain Kirk.

Growing up on her beloved “Lincoln Avenue” in Dubuque, Iowa, she graduated from Immaculate Conception Academy in 1959. Mary Lou started her career at Xavier Hospital in Dubuque and worked there until it merged with Mercy Hospital in 1981, where she then remained until her retirement in 2008.

On January 27, 1962, Mary Lou married the love and laughter of her life, Sherman “Skip” Hutton III. Together, they were blessed with four children.

Besides spending time with her loved ones, Mary Lou had a passion and talent for creativity. She spent her free time making beautiful crafts, sewing, quilting, crocheting, and painting, all of which led her to being a vendor for several years at Dubuque’s Ice Harbor Emporium, as well as helping create the sets for the Xavier/Mercy Follies for several years. She hit the craft-show circuit around the Tri-State area for many years, where people looked forward to having a “Mary Lou Original.” She loved gifting family and friends with her creations, as well as teaching those talents to whomever wanted to learn.

Mary Lou also cherished family gatherings and friend get-togethers filled with euchre, puzzles, bingo, books, board games, and Hallmark movies. Her laughter filled our hearts, and her kindness touched everyone she met. She will be dearly missed by all who loved her.

Mary Lou was preceded in death by her parents Jerome and Sally, her stepfather Melvin “Mike” Kirk, her loving husband Skip, her father- and mother-in-law Sherman Jr. and Lillian Hutton, her brothers-in-law Michael “Mick” Hutton and John “Jack” Burgmeier, and her sisters-in-law Connie Hutton and Patricia “Pat” Burgmeier.

She is survived by her children David (Judy) Hutton, Stephen (Michelle) Hutton, Ann (Kimball) Behning and Sara (Steve) Bye; grandchildren Ryan (Ashley), Alex, Adam (Kelly), Peter, and Joshua Hutton, and Riley and Brady Bye; great-grandchildren William, London, Oliver, Beckett, Adrian, and Charlotte Hutton; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Dr. John Whalen; Resurrection Parish and staff, especially Deacon Jim and Mary Schmidt and Deacon Mike Ellis; and a special thank-you to her neighbors Rick and Sharon Kasper and Mike and Sandy Ellis for always being there when she needed you.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, November 13, at Church of the Resurrection, 4300 Asbury Road, in Dubuque, with Fr. Phil Gibbs officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery, Hill Street, East Dubuque.

Family and friends may call on Tuesday, November 12, from 4:00 to 7:00 PM, at Miller Funeral Home, 1185 IL-35, East Dubuque, and also on Wednesday, November 13, from 9:00 to 10:15 AM before the service at the church.

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

Hylene N. Anderson

Hylene N. Anderson, 93, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of Scales Mound, IL, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024 at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque.

Family and friends may call from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at the Scales Mound United Methodist Church, where funeral services will be held at 11:15 a.m. on Tuesday, with Rev. Libby Rutherford officiating. Burial will follow in the Scales Mound Twp. Cemetery.

Hylene was born on December 30, 1930 in Galena, IL, the daughter of Frank and Pearl (Whitsel) Norman. She attended Galena High School. Hylene was united in marriage to Lee B. Anderson on June 3, 1947 at Marengo, IL.  He preceded her in death on Feb 14, 2009.

Hylene and Lee farmed in Council Hill and Guilford Twp. for approximately 57 years before moving to Dubuque in 2004. She graduated from Loras College in 1988 with a BA in English and Writing. Hylene was a former member of the Jo Daviess County Board for many years. She and Lee enjoyed traveling to many places.

Surviving are five children, Leigh Ann (Norman) Homb of Apple Canyon Lake, IL, Scott (Susan) Anderson and Randy (Cindy) Anderson both of Scales Mound, IL, Doug (Danielle) Anderson of Bourbonnais, IL, and Mark Anderson of Dubuque, IA; a special niece, Sharon Stodden of Galena, IL; 17 grandchildren, many great grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lee, daughter and son-in-law, Sandy (Dennis) Laustsen, a son Daniel in infancy, two sisters, Annella (John) Dayton and Joan Norman, and two brothers, Orville Norman and Leonard (Maleta) Norman, brothers and sisters-in-law, Florence (Arnold) Mundhenke, Anna (Carl) Clay, Marv (Elaine) Anderson, Carl (Doris) Anderson, Hazel (Bill) Kehrwold, and Josephine (John) Guffey.

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

Charles D. Steffen

Charles D. “Chuck” Steffen, age 72, of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, from complications following emergency heart surgery.  As per Chuck’s request, no funeral or memorial service will be held. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Chuck’s family. 

Chuck was born on May 14, 1952, in Dubuque, IA, a son to John “Jack” and Emma (Radloff) Steffen. Chuck was a graduate of Dubuque Senior High School, Class of ’70.  He met his wife to be, Bev Dean, at the Dubuque County Fair on August 20, 1968, and they were married on April 14, 1973, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church.  They enjoyed many wonderful years together and had one daughter, Michele. Chuck’s working career included Caradco, Flexsteel, Jeld-Wen and he retired from Hormel in 2015. 

Chuck grew up in the good old days when a young boy could spend as much time with his grandparents as he did with his parents. Chuck grew into a man’s man in adulthood and always remembered the achievement of proudly purchasing his very first brand new Camaro, a 1969 SS, as a senior in high school right off the showroom floor at Bird Chevrolet, which he still owns to this day. He thankfully found another Camaro, a ’68 SS in time, which he meticulously restored and entered into many car shows over the years.  Chuck spent many evenings at the local dirt track stock car races. He was an avid hunter, with second season shotgun deer hunting being his favorite. For those who were in Chuck’s inner circle, it was well known that burning up hours on his golf cart with his faithful canine companion, Rowdy, riding shotgun to visit neighbors was really all Chuck needed to call the day a success. Nothing complicated about enjoying the moments that mattered most and always willing to accept the next poker challenge on his phone. Life will never be the same moving forward without Chuck. Thank you, Chuck, for being true to yourself. We will miss you and all the good times we had together and will carry on the Friday night tradition of drinks in the basement, we might even have a Private Stock and Coke for you. Until we meet again, and as Chuck would say “All my Love XOXO”. 

Those left to cherish the memory of Chuck include,

his loving wife of 51 years,
Beverly “Bev” Steffen, Dubuque, IA;

his daughter,
Michele (Jamie Doyle) Steffen, Dubuque, IA;

his two sisters,
Dawn (Dave) Mueller, Dubuque, IA,
and Tracy Sylvester, Chicago Heights, IL;

 along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

 Chuck was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents, Otto and Minnie Radloff; his sister, Joyce Steffen. 

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

Catherine A. Lehman

Catherine A. “Kathy” Lehman, 76, of Worthington, Iowa passed away on November 5, 2024, at the ABCM Rehab Center in Independence, Iowa.

Visitation for Kathy will be  held from 4 to 7 p.m., on Monday, November 11, 2024, at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 3:30 p.m.  Visitation will also be held after 9 a.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Kathy will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, with Rev. Mark Osterhaus presiding.  Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.

She was born March 4, 1948 in Cascade, Iowa, daughter of Edmond and Catherine “Kay” (Krzywdick) Moriarity. She is a graduate of Aquin High School. She was employed as a secretary for Dr Goerdt-DVM, then for St. Joseph’s Parish, a Paraprofessional at Drexler Middle School, a clerk at One-Stop and most recently a clerk at Brother’s Market in Cascade.

She is survived by four children, Jason Lehman of Dubuque, IA, Ryan (Kris) Lehman of Tiffin, IA, Chris (Laura) Lehman of Weyerhaeuser, WI and Alicia Lehman (and her fiancé, Adam Steger) of Dyersville, IA; seven grandchildren, Savanna Lehman, Kaley Polfer, Savanna Steger, Caden Lehman, Dylan Lehman, Christopher Lehman and Henry Lehman; and four siblings, Phyllis (Bud) Freed of Sumter, SC, Diana Myers of Phoenix, AZ, Barbara Dye of Gifford, IL., and Kristine Moriarity of Cascade, Iowa.

She is preceded in death by her parents; and one sister, Connie McCafferty; and a brother-in-law, Steve Dye.

A Catherine A. Lehman memorial fund has been established.

An online video may be viewed and online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Kathleen Day

Kathleen “Toby” Day, 85, of Hawkeye Care Center in Asbury, died Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 10:00 am until 11:00 am Monday, November 11, 2024, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory.

The Funeral Service for Toby will be 11:00 am Monday, November 11, 2024, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory. She will be buried next to her beloved husband, Roland at Oakland Cemetery in Moberly, MO.

Kathleen was born April 2, 1939, in Hardwick, MN, the daughter of Henry and Murble (Adams) Medill. On January 26, 1963, she married Roland Otto Day in Hardwick, Minnesota, he preceded her in death on April 28, 1991.

Kathleen worked as a nurse for 36 years, she was the director of nursing at Mary Jane Brown Home in Luverne MN, she was a director of nursing at Slayton Hospital, a charge nurse at Moberly Missouri Medical Center, and at Olathe Medical Center. Even though she had to leave her profession early, she always had the heart of a nurse.

Kathleen had a deep sense of family and a daily ritual of drinking regular Coke-something she never missed. She found joy in simple pleasures like playing bingo, cards, and cooking meals that brought people together. As the firstborn of four girls, she had the unique experience of being the trailblazer in her family, which shaped her into a fiercely independent woman who embraced every challenge with confidence.

Survivors include two daughters, Deborah (Terry) Kendall and their family, of Lakeville, MN, Danielle Day of Dubuque; a son, Roland (Rhonda Thurow) Day and their family, of Gretna, NE; a foster son, Rickard (Cerise) Jensen of FL; three sisters, Sherri (Allyson Ashley) Viland of Nixa, MO, Charlene Recker of Glenwood, IA, Linda (Jim) Zirnhelt of Iowa City; and her niece, Jacqueline (Conan) McPherron.

In addition to her husband, Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents.

A special thank you to Hawkeye Care Center and Mercy One CVU Unit.

Condolences sent to the family by visiting Toby’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

JoAnn J. Splinter

JoAnn J. Splinter, age 79, of Dubuque, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at Luther Manor.  To honor JoAnn’s life, family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, where there will be a parish scripture service held at 4:00 p.m.  Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Holy Spirit Parish, Sacred Heart Church, 2215 Windsor Avenue, with Rev. Jeffrey I. Frieden officiating.  Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

JoAnn was born on November 2, 1945, in Dubuque, the daughter of Clarence A. and Salome K. (Lange) Splinter.

JoAnn graduated from Wahlert High School, Class of 1963.  She was employed as a Sales Associate at Walmart for 19 years until her retirement in 2014.  JoAnn was always very creative and owned her own craft business for 20 years.  She sold her flowers, painting pieces and hair clips at Honest John’s in Galena, Illinois and at the Ice Harbor Emporium in Dubuque.  She loved all cats and dogs.  JoAnn will be deeply missed.

Those left to cherish JoAnn’s memory include

her siblings,
John (Polly) Splinter, Dubuque, IA,
Judi (Ron) Brooks, Davenport, IA
and Joe (Debbie) Splinter, Aquilla, TX;

her nieces and nephews,
Lisa (Charlie) Drahos, Scott (Lisa) Splinter, Jamie (Eric) Wiggins, Jeff Splinter, Alicia (Dustin) Weber, Erin (Kenny Foust) Croll and Justin Splinter;

her great-nieces and great-nephews,
Nicholas, Catrina, Jaylon, Landon, Cameron and Eliza;

and 2 great-great-nieces,
Lilly and Hanah.

JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents.

JoAnn’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Luther Manor for their kindness and the professional care they have provided for JoAnn.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your local animal shelter.  Greeting cards in JoAnn’s memory may be mailed to Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, Dubuque, Iowa 52001, Attn. JoAnn Splinter Family.

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

Russ Heim

Russ Heim, 62, of Dubuque, IA, passed away at UnityPoint Health – Finley Hospital on Monday November 4, 2024.

A visitation will be held Monday November 11, 2024, from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory 2595, Rockdale Rd. Dubuque IA. A funeral service will follow at 3:00 with Deacon Mike Timmerman officiating.

Russ was born March 22, 1962, in Dubuque IA, to Melvin and Bonnie (Avenarius) Heim. He married Lynn Dalsing on August 9, 2003.

He spent most of his career as a battery technician at YMH Torrance.

Russ was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved his grandkids. He enjoyed having holidays with his family and extended family members. He enjoyed his weekends “Jeeping” with the Tri-State Stump Jumpers Club and watching sci-fi and western movies.

He is survived by his wife Lynn; sons Matthew Heim, Adam (Alicia) Bell, Jonathan (Madeline) Klecker and Joseph Klecker (a very special son); grandchildren Paetyn and Emery Bell, Iris and Asher Klecker; his siblings Bonnie (Butch) Lehman, and Scott Heim; sisters-in-law Lori (Steve) Weber and Lisa (Don) Dalsing-Ahlers; and parents-in-law Merlin and Kathy Dalsing.

Russ is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Diana and Dawn Winter and sister-in-law Lola Dalsing.

In lieu of flowers a Russ Heim memorial has been established.

The family would like to thank the Finley Hospital 4th and 5th floor nurses and Dr. Warraich for their compassionate care of Russ.

Hunter J. Thill

Hunter Joseph Thill, 26, of Dubuque, died suddenly on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.

A prayer service will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, November 8, 2024 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory followed by visitation until 8:00 pm. The family requests that all in attendance please wear your Packers, Hawkeye, or NASCAR gear.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Hunter will be at 10:00 am Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Steve Garner as the Celebrant. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Hunter was born on January 17, 1998, in Dubuque, the son of James Jr. and Jennifer (Fangman) Thill. On August 19, 2023, he married Mercedes “Sadie” Sedbrook at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Hunter graduated from Hempstead High School in 2017. He worked for Menards, Hy-vee, and Happy Joes, most recently for Simmons Pet Food.

Hunter was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and was involved in Boy Scouts, as well as, hunting safety during his youth. He was a dedicated fan of the Green Bay Packers, the Iowa Hawkeyes, and NASCAR. Additionally, Hunter enjoyed fishing and cherished moments with his wife, nephews, family, and pets.

Survivors include his wife, Sadie Thill; his parents, James Jr. and Jennifer Thill of Dubuque; four siblings, Lisa (Steve) McGrath of Franklin, TN; Caitlynn (Alex) Helbing, Jacob Thill, and Wyatt Thill, all of Dubuque; his paternal grandfather, Deacon Jim Thill of Dubuque; his mother- and father-in-law, Tanya and David Janzig of Dubuque; his brothers-in-law, Nile Jebsen, Brett Clark, Grayson Clark, and Zane Janzig; sister-in-law, Kaitlyn Clark; and four nephews, Collin and Maxwell McGrath and Leo and Lincoln Helbing.

Hunter was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Mary and John Fangman; paternal grandmother, Sandra Thill; a father-in-law, Dana Clark; grandparents-in-law, Don and Irene Sedbrook, and Pat Laughlin; one aunt, Roberta Wolbers; a cousin, Nicholas LeGrand; and sister-in-law, Delilah Clark.

A special thank you to the Dubuque Fire Department and Police Department.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

Alan Turnis

Alan Turnis, 36, of Bernard, Iowa, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 in Bernard, Iowa.

Visitation for Alan will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 1:30 p.m.  Visitation will also be held after 9 a. m. on Monday at the funeral home.

Mass of Christian Burial for Alan will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, November 11, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fillmore, Iowa with Rev. Mark Osterhaus presiding.  Burial will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fillmore, Iowa.

Alan was born on August 27, 1988 in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Mike and Joan (Welter) Turnis.  He was a  2007 graduate of Cascade High School in Cascade, Iowa.  On June 11, 2022, he was united in marriage to Olivia Lamphere on the family farm in Bernard, Iowa.

Alan was known as “Squeak” to most people. He had a passion for farming and loved continuing the family farming operation with his brother David. He was a terrific mechanic and could fix anything. He enjoyed making “service calls” in one of his many tool vans over the years to help people out. He was quick to help his mother or any friend or stranger in need, but his response time wasn’t always as quick for his wife or brother’s requests. He loved animals, especially his dogs who often got to ride along with him. He loved fishing, old country music, and a cold Busch Light. He loved children and treated his nieces, nephew, and friends’ children as his own. He made friends easily and could BS with anyone he met.

He was on the Three Rivers FS Board of Directors and was a member of the Sacred Heart Parish in Fillmore, Iowa.

Those left to cherish Alan’s memory are his wife, Olivia Turnis of Bernard; his parents, Mike and Joan

Turnis of Cascade; four siblings, Brenda (Mitch) Klepper of Cascade, Kayleen (Alex) Loes of Marion, David Turnis of Bernard, and Jessica (Garrett) Kline of Hills; three nieces and one nephew, Kate and Maddie Klepper, Amelia and Michael Loes; his father and mother-in-law, John and Donna Lamphere of Cascade; A brother-in-law, Cody (Sarah) Lamphere of Tracy, CA; aunts and uncles, Mel (Rita) Welter of Monticello, Ann Wayne Turnis of Key West, Dan (Marlene) Welter of Cascade, Les Welter of Onslow, Herb (Paula) Welter of Lincoln, NE, Jim (Denise) Welter of Onslow, Kenny Welter (and friend, Anne) of Port Orchard, WA,  Connie (Mark) Singletary of Colleyville, TX, Julie (Pat) Shay of Ankeny, Karen (Scot) Knepper of Cascade, Susan McKinley of Ankeny, and Gerald (Judy) Turnis of Dubuque; and numerous cousins.  He will be greatly missed by the many close friends and neighbors who were like family to Alan throughout the years.

He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Herman and Veronica (Manternach) Welter; paternal grandparents, Cyril and Kathryn (White) Turnis; three uncles, Gary and Alan Welter and Jim McKinley.

A Video Tribute may be viewed, and online condolences may be given to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Rose Marie Heiring-Willey

Rose Marie Heiring-Willey, 81, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Monday morning, November 4, 2024, at UnityPoint Health, Finley Hospital in Dubuque, Iowa.

Rose Marie Willey was born on June 11, 1943 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to John Marvin and Frances Marie (Widel) Willey.  She was a 1961 graduate of Maquoketa High School.  She married Donald Michel in July of 1963.  Four children were born to this union, Macheal, John, Richard, and Daniel.  She later married Ralph Heiring in August of 2009 in Dubuque, Iowa.

Rose had worked various jobs throughout her life including working at John Deere in Dubuque, selling homes for Wick Homes, and waitressing at area restaurants.

Rose was of the Catholic faith and was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Dubuque.  She enjoyed sewing, gardening, canning, crafts, and was known as an excellent cook.  She was an avid collector of strawberries.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Macheal Heidesch of Dubuque, IA, John (Denise) Michel of Bellevue, IA, and Richard Michel of Dubuque, IA; 11 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; siblings, Jack (Marilyn) Willey of Maquoketa, IA, and Becky Wiese of Maquoketa, IA; aunts and uncle, Janice Edwards of Camanche, IA, and Kenneth and Alice Widel of Maquoketa, IA; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.  She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands Donald and Ralph, son Daniel Michel, daughter-in-law Sandi Michel, and three brothers Timothy, Robert and Jerry Willey.

A memorial Mass celebrating her life will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Springbrook.  Visitation will be held prior to the Mass from 9:30 A.M. to 10:45 A.M. on Saturday at the church.  The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

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

Timothy J. Pins

Timothy J. “Bert” Pins, 70, of Dyersville, Iowa passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 at MercyOne Hospital, in Dyersville, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 2 – 7 p.m. on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Kramer Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa where the Dyersville Fire Dept will gather at 6:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue Monday morning from 9 – 10 a.m. at the funeral home prior to funeral mass.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 11, 2024 at St. Francis Xavier Basilica, in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Chris Podhajsky will officiate.

Timothy was born January 3, 1954, in Manchester, IA, son of Albert and Esther (Leigh) Pins.  He married Mary Ellen Kramer on December 27, 1976 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in New Vienna, Iowa.

Tim was the Development Director at Beckman Catholic High School for 24 years retiring in 2019 and was inducted into the Hall of Fame Class in 2022.  He also committed his time as a bus driver for Western Dubuque School District and Tri-State Travel.  He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, family vacations and exploring other states.  Tim also had a wonderful sense of humor, with his dad jokes and always had an interesting story to tell.  He was a proud member of the Dyersville Volunteer Fire Dept for 36 years, (including 9 years as treasurer and 18 years in emergency management), member of Ancient Order of Hibernians, Knights of Columbus, Beckman Booster Club and Dyersville Historical Society.  Tim’s Catholic faith and Catholic education was very important part of his life.  He was also known as the voice of the Blazers as a football announcer for 39 years.

Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Mary Pins; his children: Melissa (Dave) Schnorrenberg of Eldridge, IA, Michelle (Ben) Humiston of Bondurant, IA, Amanda Pins of Chicago, IL; grandchildren: Karly, Claire, Lydia, Liam Schnorrenberg, Finley and Leo Humiston; siblings: Kathleen Telger of Fort Worth, TX, Mary Esther (Lee) Walters of Maple Grove, MN, Betty (Ray) Flores of Rocklin, CA, Chris (Sharon) Pins fromTexas; in-laws: Joyce Pins of Merrillville, IN, Ken (Jean) Kramer of New Port Richey, FL, Kay Steffen of Dubuque, and Ron (Renee) Kramer of Coralville.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Philip Pins, Theodore Pins in infancy, in-laws: Terry Telger and Gene Steffen.

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