Obituaries Archive

Roxanne K. Besler

Roxanne K. “Rocky” Besler, 50, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away peacefully on September 25, 2019 at her home with family.

Visitation will be from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a service will be held at 3:00 p.m.

Roxanne was born on March 2, 1969 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of James and Karen (Ernst) Kieffer. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School and worked at various jobs throughout Dubuque lastly working at Menards.

She loved baking, cooking and sharing her goodies with family and friends. She was an avid karaoke singer, enjoyed gardening and loved animals. Rocky was a genuine person that would give the shirt off her back. Her most memorable moments were spending time with friends and family.

She is survived by her children Rachael Dimmer, Jillian Dimmer and Mitchel Besler; her former husband Dale Besler; mother Karen Kieffer; father James Kieffer; siblings LeeAnn (Tink) Ludwig, Tom (Melissa) Kieffer and granddaughter Lyla Dimmer along with many nieces and nephews.

Roxanne was preceded in death by her grandparents, aunts and uncles.

In lieu of flowers a Roxanne Besler memorial fund will be established.

The family wishes to thank Hospice of Dubuque and Grand River Medical Group, especially Dr. Hermann and his staff for all their wonderful care and kindness. Also, to Dale Besler for the help and support given to Rocky.

Leo J. Kringle

Leo J. Kringle, age 87, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 10:20 a.m., on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at UnityPoint Health Finley Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. To honor Leo’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, September 30, 2019, at St. Joseph the Worker Church, 2001 Saint Joseph Drive, with Rev. Paul Attah-Nsiah officiating. Military honors will be accorded at the church immediately following Mass by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. To celebrate Leo’s life, family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., on Sunday, September 29, 2019, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, where there will be a parish scripture wake service held at 6:00 p.m. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Leo was born on December 2, 1931, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Deloss S. and Idella (Garvey) Kringle Sr.

Leo was a proud life long Dubuquer, who honorably served his country with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Ann Murphy on November 27, 1954, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque. They were blessed with 57 wonderful years together and 4 children, before Ann was sadly called home on November 30, 2011. There was never a doubt that Leo was an extremely hard working man, he devoted 28 years of his working career to the John Deere Dubuque Works as a machinist. Working and helping others was truly his passion in this world. Leo’s faith and community were also important to him, he was a long time member of St. Joseph the Worker Church, the Knights of Columbus #10069, the V.F.W. #9663 and the John Deere Local 94 Retirees. We are deeply saddened at losing such an outstanding man and example of what it means to provide and care for your family in our daily lives. We can however take some comfort in knowing that he is now in Heaven, resting from his labors, and reunited with his family members who have been called home ahead of him.

Those left to cherish Leo’s memory include

his children,
Linda Gilbertson, Superior, WI,
Pam (Donnie) Houselog, Dubuque, IA,
Leo Robert (Susan) Kringle, York, NE
and Michael Kringle, Dubuque, IA;

his 8 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren;

his twin brother,
Oliver (Janice) Kringle, Dubuque, IA;

and his brother-in-law,
Alfons Wick, Darlington, WI.

Leo was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Ann Kringle; his granddaughter, Stephanie Kringle; and his siblings, Idella Kringle, Irene (Reuben) Balk, Marie Wick and Deloss (Mary) Kringle Jr.

Leo’s family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff of the University of Iowa and Finley Hospital for all of their outstanding care of Leo and his family.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among Leo’s favorite charities.

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

Alice M. (Brandt) Gould

Alice M. (Brandt) Gould, age 95 of Asbury, Iowa completed her earthly journey on September 23, 2019 at Luther Manor Grand Meadows.  To celebrate Alice’s life, a private family service will be held at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.

Alice was born on October 12, 1923 in Garnavillo, Iowa, a daughter to Louis H. and Amanda H. (Matt) Brandt.  She grew up in a loving Christian home and made a personal decision to accept Christ as her personal Saviour on November 23, 1933.  She would go on to marry the love of her life, Douglas Gould, on Christmas Eve, 1945.  Their union would be blessed with 3 daughters and they touched countless lives around the world before Doug was called home in 2005.  Alice was a devoted wife and mother who put the Lord first and demonstrated it with faithful love and care for her family and others in the world around her by sharing God’s salt and light. She truly enjoyed working with children, teenagers, and adults.  To enjoy God’s creation, Alice always enjoyed long walks and boat rides. She also invested in others through hospitality, grading Emmaus correspondence courses, and teaching children and women’s Bible studies.  Alice was an avid reader, composed poetry of her own, and at 80 was corresponding with over 250 people.  Our hearts daily experience both gratitude and sorrow as we remember she arrived joyfully into her new eternal home.  We thank the Lord for all of the love, beauty and joy she spread so generously throughout her 95 years among us. We rejoice she found perfect peace and joy in the Lord.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Alice include,

her 3 adored children,
Lorna (William Charles, DC) Hollensed, Dubuque, Iowa,
Linda (Professor Craighton) Gould Hippenhammer, MD, Culver, Indiana,
and Louise (Commander Brent L., US Navy Ret.) Gould Boston, Winfield, Illinois;

her 6 grandchildren,
Sarah (Roger) Hollensed Poling,
Alice (Randy) Hollensed Palmer,
Darci (Craig) Hippenhammer Harland PHD,
Sonda (Joel) Hippenhammer Hansen,
Christina (Eric) Boston Smith,
and Alexandra Boston;

her 15 great-grandchildren;

her sister,
Helene (Grant) Zedicher, Andover, Minnesota;

along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbors.

Alice was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Douglas William Gould; and her 3 brothers, Valmah, Robert, and Lloyd Brandt.

Alice always had a heart for the lost and for International missions. Rather than honor her with flowers, Alice would be very pleased for the gifts to be long term investment in Emmaus International. The gifts will be used for translating Bible courses for their mobile app which is reaching people with the Gospel and Bible study tools in over 175 countries in its first 2 years of operation. This new phase of the ministry is based on the 77 year success of Emmaus Correspondence School in 110+ countries. Gifts can be directed to Emmaus International, P.O. Box 1028, Dubuque, IA 52004-1028 or https://emmausinternational.salsalabs.org/project24donate

Alice’s family would like to thank her doctors, along with the nurses and staff at Luther Manor Grand Meadows for all of their wonderful care and support and Tri-State Cremation Center for their compassion and service.

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

Harold G. Leitner

Harold G. “Harry” Leitner, age 80 of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on September 23, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. According to his wishes, a private family service will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque to honor Harry’s life.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Harry’s family.

Harry was born on January 22, 1939 in Dubuque, Iowa, to Harold and Mary (Roepsch) Leitner.  He spent his youth surrounded by family and friends who continually instilled the values of faith, family, honesty and hard work as the keys to success. After graduating from the Loras Academy in 1957, Harry began his career in banking.  He spent most of his working years primarily as a loan officer with First National Bank and also at DuTrac Community Credit Union before eventually retiring in 2002. Harry and Roann Schiessl were united in marriage on September 16, 1961 at St. Mary’s Church in Dubuque.  Their union was blessed with 4 children and an abundance of wonderful memories.

Coaching the Holy Trinity baseball team in the Holy Name League was one of his favorite outlets as the kids were growing up, but putting on his Santa outfit and making as many children smile as possible was undeniably one of his favorite activities; often welcoming a friendly tug on his real beard to make them even more sure he was indeed the Santa they were looking for.  Harry leaves behind many broken hearts today as his earthly battles have finally ceased, but thankfully he can now hold his dear daughter, Diane, in his loving arms once again.  We will miss Harry more than words could ever accurately depict, but we know that we’ll see him again, and maybe he can put in a few good words for his beloved Chicago White Sox along the way.  Thank you for being you, Harry. God speed and God bless!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Harry include,

his loving wife of 58 years,
Roann Leitner, Dubuque, Iowa;

his 3 adored children,
Dolores “Dee” (Hank) Koester, Dubuque, Iowa,
Jim (Maggie) Leitner, Dubuque, Iowa,
and Kevin (Maria) Leitner, Chicago, Illinois;

his 4 grandchildren,
Amanda (Christine Pezzulo) Koester, Alyssa George, Gabby Leitner and Bailey Leitner;

his great-granddaughter,
Tatum Pezzulo-Koester;

his sisters,
Carol Tietjen, Davenport, Iowa,
and Darlene Kaufmann, Dubuque, Iowa;

his in-law’s,
Bob (Linda) Schiessl, Lincoln, Nebraska,
John (Jackie) Schiessl, Ridgefield, Washington,
Martha (Dave) Olson, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas,
Mary (Denny) Healy, Eldridge, Iowa,
Carol (Tom) Smith, Dubuque, Iowa,
and Jan (Tony) George, Sherrill, Iowa;

along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, friends and neighbors.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Mary (Roepsch) Leitner; his daughter, Diane Leitner; his sister in infancy, Peggy Leitner; and his brothers-in-law, Dick Tietjen and Arnie Kaufmann.

Harry’s family would like to thank his doctors and the nurses and staff at ManorCare and Tri-State Dialysis for all of their professional and compassionate care and support.

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

Germaine F. Langel

Germaine F. Langel, 92, of Luxemburg, Iowa passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at Mercy One Senior Care formerly known as Oak Crest Manor, Dyersville, Iowa.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville, Iowa. Visitation will continue Friday from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at the funeral home prior to funeral services. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 27, 2019 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Luxemburg, Iowa with burial in the church cemetery.

Germaine was born November 6, 1926 in Holy Cross, Iowa, the daughter of Anthony and Ottilia (Loecke) Hellman. She married John A. Langel on April 6, 1953 in Holy Cross. Together they raised their family & farmed in the Luxemburg area.

Germaine liked quilting, baking, gardening and canning. She enjoyed bus trips with her friends. Most of all Germaine loved time spent with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include her children: Donald Langel of Appleton, WI, Helen (Steve) Perkins of Rawlins, WY, Gene (Lynn) Langel of New Vienna, Diane (Pete) Ludovissy of North Buena Vista, Dale (Carlene) Langel, Jim (Joann) Langel both of New Vienna, Joyce (Al) Prier of Elkader; son-in-law, Vince (Kathy) Conner of Dubuque; 20 grandchildren: Bev Caron, Chris, Kevin Langel; Kim Monroe; Lisa and Mike Conner; Veronica, Annie, Tony, John Langel; Brian Ludovissy, Amy de Villiers, Andrew Ludovissy; Mark, Amanda, Jenny Langel; Kenny and Sarah Langel; Ashley McLain and Travis Prier; 16 great grandchildren; siblings: Bernice Thole, Ambrose (Eileen) Hellman, Charlie (Mary) Hellman, Clete (Correne) Hellman, Dolores (Dave) Putz, Eileen (Ed) Prier; sister-in-laws: Barbara Farzan and Alice Langel.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, John in 1989; daughter, Jane Conner; grandson, Gary Perkins; in-laws: Chuck Thole, Ralph Recker, Rosella White (Ed Heims) and (Gerald White), Francis Langel, Marie (Peter) Berns, Agnes (Lawrence) Heims, Joseph (Marilyn) Langel, Gerald White and Manny Farzan.

Special thanks to the staff at Oakcrest Manor and Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Lennie J. Churchill

Lennie J. “Joe” Churchill, 71, of Peosta, IA passed away on September 23, 2019 at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where services will be held at 6:00 p.m.

Joe was born on November 18, 1947 in Wheatland, Wyoming. He was the son of Floyd Logan Churchill Sr. and Elda Mae Dohse. He married Mary Jo Bellings on March 20, 1967.

Joe worked for John Deere in Dubuque until retirement in 2001 and was a member of the NRA.

He enjoyed watching the Brewers and Packers; loved to hunt and fish, and in the 70’s and 80’s he raced stock cars. But Joe mostly enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Mary Jo; sons Lennie (Angela) Churchill and Michael Churchill. Grandchildren, Andrew, Lexi, Emery, Miles and Graham; one great grandchild Brynlee; siblings Floyd, Calvin, Linda and Sherry.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters Joyce and Connie.

The family would like to thank Centralia/Peosta Fire & EMS along with the staff at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital for all their care, kindness and compassion.

Milton L. Foulks

Milton L. “Butch” Foulks, 77, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on September 18, 2019 at MercyOne Medical Center. Milt passed away at Mercy Hospital with loving family friends Jack and Corky Lehman by his side after a long hard battle with Aspergillosis for several years. It was a brave fight with h the motto “never give up.”

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 26th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a service will be at 7:00 p.m. with Deacon Bill Mauss officiating.

He was born on June 12, 1942 the son of Leo and Anna (McDermott) Foulks.

Milt loved playing pool and could often be found at Cue Masters in Dubuque. We will miss Milt dearly and will never forget his laugh, his smile or the love he gave all the people dear to him. He was known to call you sweetheart or buddy.

He is survived by his sister Cecelia “Cookie” Davis, of Dubuque; his brother Raymond “Dice” Foulks, of Magalia, CA, along with nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Paul, Francis and John, two sisters Mary and Agnes.

Thank you to Dr. Janes for always being there for Milt. To the staff at Stonehill Care Center who made a great home for Milt, only the warmest thank you will ever do for people as nice and special as you all were. Thank you for taking such good care of Milt and making him a part of your family, he loved you all.

Ronald E. Haight

Ronald Eugene Haight, 79, of North Liberty, Iowa and formerly from Coralville & Dyersville, Iowa, passed away, Sunday, September 22, 2019 at Mercy Hospital Iowa City Hospice Unit surrounded by his loving family.

A celebration of life service will be held at 12:30 PM, Friday, September 27 at St. Thomas More Church, 3000 12th Ave, Coralville, IA 52241. Private burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Friends may call from 10:00 am until 12:30 PM, Friday at the church prior to Mass.

Ron was born December 26, 1939 in Manchester, Iowa to Clayton and Edith Haight. On February 13, 1960, he married his best friend and love of his life Angela Ann Kramer.

He enjoyed golfing, fishing and spending time with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren whenever he could. He lived for following all of their activities as they grew up.

Ron is survived by his wife Angela “Angie” of North Liberty, IA, children, sons Mike (Polly) of North Liberty, IA, Dave (Dawn) of Coralville, IA and daughter Ann (Jim) White of Coralville, IA; eight grandchildren, Danica Haight, Micaela (Dalton) Alexander, Colton and Chandler Haight; Kelly (Juan) Sarabia and Eric (Amanda) White; Brandi Haight (fiancé, Jesse Wineland) and Mackenzie (Jacob) Dilks, four great grandchildren, Alexia and Angelo Sarabia, Alivia White and Carter Alexander, his brother Duane “Pinky” (Shirley) Haight of Manchester, in-laws, Tom (Judy) Kramer of Freeport, IL, Robert Wagner of Coralville, IA with several loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clayton and Edith, infant brother, John, mother and father in-law, Harold and Marcella Kramer, brother and sisters-in-law, Justin and Delores Kramer and Bernadette “Bernie” Wagner and infant niece Kristy Kennedy.

Instead of flowers and plants, memorials may be directed to the Mercy Hospital Hospice Unit or St. Thomas More Catholic Church.

Lavina L. Beaman

Lavina L. Beaman, 91, of Epworth, Iowa passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa.

Visitation for Lavina will be held from 3 to 7 p.m., Thursday, September 26, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, where Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Michael Schueller will be presiding. A Private burial will be held in Dubuque Memorial Gardens in Dubuque, Iowa at a later date.

She was born January 16, 1928 in Long Island, New York, daughter of James S. and Elsie (Hines) Brandenburg. She received her education in the Manchester and Dubuque schools. On February 3, 1947 in Manchester, Iowa, she was united in marriage to Myrlen Beaman. He preceded her in death on October 30, 1986. She worked at Ertl’s and Lund Manufacturing in Dyersville, Iowa.

Lavina was a volunteer Den Mother for the Cub Scouts. She was always greeting her friends and family with a smile and a drink. She was always up for a good time and enjoyed beating her opponents at the game of Dice or Pool. She loved to dance and listen to old Country music, garden, fish and do most things outdoors especially her swimming pool time. She was a great baker and was known around the area as the Caramel Corn Lady for her outstanding caramel corn.

She is survived by one son, Ben Beaman of Holy Cross, IA; a daughter-in-law, Janice Beaman of Epworth, IA; Grandchildren, Jody Sanderson, Todd (Ola) Beaman, Chris Beaman, Kari (Steve) Klostermann, Kellie (Louis) Nagy, Benjamin A. Beaman, Serenity Beaman; great-grandchildren, Andrew Duschen, Nathan Duschen, Nicolle Duschen, Paige Beaman, Todd (TJ) Beaman, Jillian Beaman, Lexi Klostermann, Noah Sanderson, Justin Klostermann, Ethan Klostermann, Ryan Klostermann, Michael Meyers; and many great great grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two sons, Myrlen (Bucky) Beaman, David Beaman; one daughter, Patricia Maize, five brothers, Arthur, Boyd, Junior, Merwin and Wilber Brandenburg; two sisters, Adella Brown and Lucella Werner.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Ivan M. Berger

Ivan M. “Ike” Berger, 88, of Epworth, Iowa, passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at his home in Epworth, Iowa, surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, September 25, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral home in Epworth, Iowa, where the Epworth Volunteer Fire Department will meet in a body at 6:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m., Thursday at the Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial for Ike will be held Thursday, September 26, 2019 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Epworth, Iowa, with Rev. James Bergin SVD presiding and Rev. Michael Schueller concelebrating. Burial will be held in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Epworth, Iowa, with full military honors afforded by the Epworth John White American Legion Post #650 and the Epworth Fire Department will conduct Striking the Four Fives.

Ike was born November 30, 1930 in Epworth, Iowa, son of Samuel and Violet (Boyes) Berger. On May 4, 1957 he was united in marriage to Judy Hall at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Epworth, Iowa. He was employed at the Dubuque Packing Company for 42 years, retiring in 1994. He is a Marine Corp Veteran.

He was a member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Epworth, a member of the Epworth John White American Legion Post #650 and was a member of Timberline Golf Course. He was a 28 year member of the Epworth Volunteer Fire Department, for which he retired as Assistant Chief.

He is survived by his wife, Judy Berger of Epworth, IA; four children, Marty (Janet) Berger, Patti (Gary) McDermott and Thomas “Cheese” (Lisa) Berger all of Epworth, IA and Bill (LaRee Landt) Berger of Hiawatha, IA; three grandchildren, Jaime (Clayton Schuneman) Berger, Rod (Sarah) Berger and Shelby McDermott (& Spencer Wolfe); a great grandchild, Anya Schuneman; a sister, Theda (Bobby) Hall of Graf, IA; and a sister-in-law, Gayle Hall of Epworth, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three siblings and their spouses, Norma (Clayton) Brady, Bette (Gene) Goetzinger and Art (Linda) Berger; a brother-in-law, Thomas Hall.

The family of Ike would like to thank the Epworth Fire Department, Dr. Schultheis, Dr. Engelman, the oncology nurses and staff at Medical Associates, Hospice of Dubuque, especially Scott, neighbors, friends and all of his golf buddies at Timberline Golf Course.

Memorials for Ike may be given to the Epworth Fire Department or the Epworth John White American Legion #650.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Anna M. Steffen

Anna M. Steffen, 86, of Dyersville, and formerly of Luxemburg passed away Saturday, September 21, 2019, surrounded by her family at home.

Visitation will be held from 2-8 pm Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville. Visitation will continue Thursday from 9-10 am at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 26, 2019, Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Luxemburg with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Noah Diehm will officiate.

Ann was born April 9, 1933, in Earlville, Iowa the daughter of John and Anna (Besler) Freiburger, Sr. She married Ralph Steffen on October 6, 1953, in Earlville. Together they farmed near Luxemburg until retiring in 1989. Ann also owned and operated Ann’s Bridal Shoppe for over 40 years. After she retired from the Bridal Shoppe her sewing continued as she made quilts for her family. She always will be remembered for her laughter and her famous last words, “I love you more!”

She is survived by six daughters: Annie (Mike) Maiers of Holy Cross, Pam (Gary) Wessels of Dyersville, Bev (Ron) Ploessl of North Buena Vista, IA, Barbara (Steve) O’Brien of Dubuque, Betty (Mark) Brimeyer of Balltown, IA, and Judy (Nate Smith) Mensen of Waukee, IA; one son Larry (LuAnn) Steffen of Dubuque, IA; grandchildren: Chris (Ashley) Maiers, Ben (Amanda) Maiers, Jared (Tiffany Arneson) Wessels and Colten (Joleen Sanger) Wessels, Dan (Livy), Jeff (Holly Tegeler), Mitch (Emily Degenford), and Dusty (Rachael) Ploessl, Jason (Ardeth) Steffen, Adam Steffen and a special friend Jesse Smith, Joseph (Kathleen) Steffen and Allison (Kaiden) Kuntz, Alan (Julie) Domeyer, Sean (Keri Neujahr) O’Brien, Molly, and Megan O’Brien, Brian Brimeyer, Andrea (Dan) West, and Kevin (Loren Thalacker) Brimeyer, Greg Mensen, Austin (Danielle Hanson) Mensen, Morgan, and Kyle (Emily) Mensen; great grandchildren: Connor, Brevin, Griffin, Micah and Ilsa Maiers, Jameson Wessels, Becca, Bryce, Danielle, Paisley, Jax, Archie, Keaton and Cassutt Ploessl, Drake, Kaden, Skyla, Lela and Margo Steffen, Lily and Joey Domeyer, Annabelle, Jackson and Maxton West; sisters-in-law, Joan Esch of Dyersville, Alice Freiburger of Delhi and Eileen Grutz of Manchester.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ralph in 2010, 2 sons: Joey & Karle Steffen, a granddaughter, Emily Brimeyer, a great granddaughter, Alonna Steffen; siblings: Earl Freiburger, Bill (Irene) Freiburger, John (Helen) Freiberger, Vince (Leona) and Carl Freiburger, Grace Freiburger, Eva Mae Weigel; in-laws: Phil Wiegel, Jim Esch, Germaine (Norb) Wilwert, Lawrence Steffen, Leo (Monica) Steffen, Ray (Fran) Steffen, Artie (Esther) Steffen, Rich (Nellie) Steffen, Marie Goebel-Winter (Larry Goebel and Emmett Winter) and Virgie (Irvin) Singsank.

Memorials are preferred.

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

Dianne M. Reicher

Dianne M. Reicher, 70, of West Dundee, Illinois and formerly of Dyersville, Iowa passed away Monday, August 19, 2019, at MercyOne Senior Care, Dyersville, Iowa.

Public Visitation will be held from 8- 10 a.m. Saturday, September 28, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville, Iowa with Funeral services following at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Basilica, Dyersville, Iowa. Burial will be at St. Francis Cemetery in Dyersville. Rev. Jim Goerend will officiate.

Dianne was born January 16, 1949, in Placid, Iowa, the daughter of Merlin and Eillene (Mahoney) Delaney.  She married Rick Reicher on January 28, 1970 in Dyersville, Iowa.

Survivors include her husband of 48 years, Rick, children: Josh (Eileen) and their children, Rogan and Rylan Reicher of Lakewood IL, Tim (CaSandra) and their children, Marley and Marina  Reicher of Algonquin, IL, siblings: Mary (Rory) McGuire of Central City, IA, in-laws: Rod (Phyllis) Reicher of Dyersville, Russ (Julie) Reicher of Worthington, George Reicher of San Diego, CA, Maureen Lueck Delaney of Williamsville, NY Russ Loesche of Petersburg and her adoring pets: Sammy, Harley and Josie.

She was preceded in death by her parents, parents-in-law, Stephen and LuAnn (Wessels) Reicher, siblings: Bill Delaney, Debbie Delaney Loesche, in-laws: Ruby and Rose Mary Reicher. A great nephew, Thomas Reicher.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Dianne’s honor.

The family would like to thank MercyOne Senior Care for their compassionate care. Also a thank you to the Hospice Unit, especially Scott.

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

Joan Furlong

Joan Furlong, 86, of Dubuque, died Thursday, September 19, 2019, at MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM Monday, September 23, 2019, at Holy Ghost Catholic Church – Holy Spirit Parish, 2921 Central Avenue.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Ms. Furlong will be 11:00 AM Monday, September 20, 2019 at Holy Ghost Catholic Church – Holy Spirit Parish with Rev. Father Mark Kwenin as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Dubuque. Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.

Born October 5, 1932, in Dubuque, she was the daughter of William F. and Elizabeth Tamlin White. On July 16, 1955, she married Arthur Francis Furlong at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Dubuque. He died April 14, 1998.

She worked at CyCare as a supervisor of Data Entry for 28 years.

She graduated from the former Visitation Academy in 1950 and then attended Clarke University.

She was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church – Holy Spirit Parish, the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority, and the Catholic Daughters of America. She enjoyed cooking, hosting parties, and was an avid reader.

Survivors include one son, Arthur W. Furlong of Waterloo, IA; one sister, Carole Hannam of Dubuque; two brothers, William J. (Jean) White of Eldridge, IA, and James J. White of Iowa City, IA; brothers-in-law, Bob Oldis of Phoenix, AZ, Tom Furlong of Iowa City, IA, and Alan Furlong of Dubuque; sisters-in-law, Maxine Furlong, and Carole Meyer; grandchildren, Hannah, Jacob, and Nicholas McMahon; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, Arthur, she was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, Betty Ann Kessler, and Rosemary Oldis, one sister-in-law, Mary Etta White, and three brothers-in-law, Les Kessler, Chuck Cushing, and Joe Hannam, father-in-law and mother-in law, Art and Dorothy Furlong, and brothers-in-law, Jim and Bill Furlong.

Special thank you to Kelly McMahon for her care of Joan, Dr. Matthew Kirkendall and his nurse Kate, Dr. Mark Hermann and his nurse, Sandy, at Grand River Medical Group, Dr. Ram of Medical Associates Cardiology, and the ER, ICU and Pastoral Care Team at Mercy One.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

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

Rick Schiltz

Rick Schiltz, 59 of Patterson, CA passed away Tuesday, September 17th in Merced County.

Mr. Schiltz was born in Dubuque, Iowa and was a resident of Patterson for 25 years. He was the owner of McAuley Ford for 25 years and a parishioner of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Patterson. Rick was dedicated to his community. He was active in Patterson Rotary, Patterson Youth Baseball and a former representative of the Patterson Economic Strategic Planning Commission and the City of Patterson Planning Commission. 

Rick enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his five grandchildren. He loved baseball, especially the Chicago Cubs. His lifetime wish came true when they won the World Series in 2016.

Mr. Schiltz is survived by his wife of 38 years, Marsha (Kemp) Schiltz of Patterson; daughter, Krystal (Ryan) Trinkler of Erie, CO; son, TJ (Shannon) Schiltz of Tracy; father, Jerry Schiltz of Jacksonville, NC; sisters, Debbie and Sue; brother, Gary; grandchildren, Liam, Elijah, Rylee, Reese and Mackenzie. He was preceded in death by his mother, Patricia Schiltz.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00am  Thursday,  September 26th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Patterson.

Donations may be made to: Father Connors Endowment Fund, PO Box 1174, Patterson, CA 95363 or the charity of choice.

Services conducted by Hillview Funeral Chapel, Patterson.

Allan Heiar

Allan “Allie” Heiar, 92, of Bellevue, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 AM Monday, September 23, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. A
visitation will be held from 2:00-6:00 PM on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and again Monday morning from 9:00-10:00 AM at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue prior to mass. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.

Allie was born to Clara (Yoeger) and Nick Heiar on September 26, 1926 in rural Bellevue in the farmhouse where he resided his entire life. He married Ruth Kilburg on October 11, 1950.

Allie felt truly blessed in all the important ways of life – the things money can’t buy – like being a husband, a father, a grandfather and a great-grandfather. He was loved deeply, and his family will long remember his witty and unpredictable sense of humor. An avid gardener, Allie felt an obligation to plant enough potatoes to feed the whole family. When Allie wasn’t farming or painting barns and houses, he spent time woodworking in his shop where he created a variety of hand-crafted items for his family.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife of 68 years, Ruth; sons Dave (Jane), Roger (Lou Ann), Rick (Lin Manders), Mark (Lori), a daughter Mary Jo (Randy) Gerardy and son-in-law Denny (Linda) Walgamuth. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. A sister, Verna Mae Ernst also survives him along with sisters-in law, Lucille Bormann, Berniece Bormann, Mildred Haxmeier, Marci Roling, Jean Hoffmann and Velma Kilburg.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter Lavonne Walgamuth; grandchildren Justin and Ann Heiar; brother Richard; sisters and brothers-in-law Evelyn and Don Neubert, Valeta and Ronald Schmidt, Marilyn and Don Haxmeier, Raymond Ernst, LeRoy and Kathleen Kilburg, Sylvester Bormann, Vivian Bormann, Wayne Haxmeier, Glenn Roling, Merle Kilburg and Allan Hoffmann.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Jackson County for the care and compassion shown to Allie and the entire family.

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