Obituaries Archive

Rev. Father Thomas F. McAndrew

Rev. Father Thomas F. McAndrew, 87, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at the Bethany Home in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday, November 3, 2019 at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road. Additional visitation hours will also be held from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM Monday, November 4, 2019 at Cathedral of St. Raphael.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Rev. McAndrew will be 11:00 AM Monday, November 4, 2019, Cathedral of St. Raphael celebrated by Archbishop Michael Jackels and priests of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West. Full military honors will be rendered by the Dubuque Honor Guard.

Father was born November 18, 1931, in Dubuque, the son of Thomas A. and Lucille Duggan McAndrew. He graduated from Loras College and took his theological training at Mount St. Bernard Seminary in Dubuque.

He served in the Korean War with the U.S. Army.  After Seminary, he then was ordained on March 18, 1961 at the Cathedral of St. Raphael.  He was first assigned to All Saints in Cedar Rapids in 1961, he also served in 1963 in Charles City and Clear Lake until 1968.  Father later served as an Army chaplain from 1968-1977, retiring as a Major, serving in Vietnam from 1969-1970. In 1975, Fr. McAndrew was one of the first of the Congregation of the Mother of the Redeemer special benefactors in the United States, who helped CRM Vietnamese Priests and Brothers in many ways, especially in finding an excellent sponsor and in resettling them in Carthage, MO. Father continued a close relationship the remainder of his life, attending many of the Congregation’s events in Carthage.  After separation from the USA Chaplain’s Corp in 1975, Fr. McAndrew returned to the Archdiocese and was assigned to the Team Ministry at Mason City, 1977-1985.  During this time, he was also appointed as administrator of St. Patrick Parish, Dougherty.  In 1985, he was named as an Associate Pastor at St. Wenceslaus and St. Ludmila, both in Cedar Rapids.  He also served as a part time teacher at LaSalle High School in Cedar Rapids.  He served as pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Waterloo, 1987-1995, the last year serving also as part-time Chaplain of Covenant Medical Center.  He served as pastor of Sacred Heart Parish, Manly, and St. Michael Parish, Plymouth, 1995-2001.  Fr. McAndrew retired in July 2001.

Following Father’s retirement in 2001, he remained very active in his priesthood in Dubuque and the surrounding area.  He offered Masses, both weekly and as a substitute, for many years at: Church of Nativity, Power of Prayer Chapel, Alverno, Ecumenical Towers, St. Mary’s in East Dubuque, the Tridentine Latin Mass weekly at the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Dyersville and, until recently, offered daily Mass for the residents of Bethany Home, where he resided.  In retirement, he was also very actively involved with Bible study and prayer groups in the area. In 2018, Father was presented with the St. George Emblem, a coveted award based on his years of service to the efforts of Catholic Scouting. He was a 4th Degree Member of Knights of Columbus.

Survivors include his brother-in-law, Richard C. Burdick of Dubuque, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Herbert J. McAndrew and his wife Adeline, two sisters, Cecilia M. Vigil and her husband, Samuel, and Kathleen Burdick.

A memorial has been established for Father’s favorite charities.

Special thanks to the dedicated nurses and staff at Bethany Home for their compassion and loving care for Father McAndrew during his residence.A photo tribute can be viewed and condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Father McAndrew’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Mildred W. Davis

Mildred W. Davis, 90, of Dubuque died Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Hawkeye Care Center.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 pm Friday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road. Funeral service will be 1 pm Saturday at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1276 White Street, Dubuque where visitation will also be held Saturday from 12 to 12:45 pm. Burial will be in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, St. Donatus.

Mildred was born May 28, 1929 in St. Donatus, daughter of Herman and Alvina (Knief) Hueneke. She married Cletus Davis on July 14, 1956 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, St. Donatus. He preceded her in death on February 8, 2016.

She was a loving wife, mom and grandma, who took care of many kids in her home throughout the years. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Dubuque, since 1966.

She is survived by three sons, Lonny (Julie) Davis of North Liberty, Iowa, Kevin (Tammy) Davis of Otter Creek, Iowa, and Randall (Kelli) Davis of Dubuque; two daughters, Julie (Mike) Hammer of Cedar Rapids and Pam (John) Gregorich of Dubuque; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She is also survived by a sister, Irma Schumacher of Ames, Iowa and a sister in law, Jean Hueneke of Bellevue.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Cletus; her parents; a brother, Aaron Hueneke; a sister Marie, husband Paul Hoffman and a brother in law, George Schumacher.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 1276 White Street, Dubuque.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque and Hawkeye Care Center for their care and concern.

James J. Brady

James J. “Jim” Brady, 76, of Milton, WI, formerly of Dubuque, IA and East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Saturday October 26, 2019 at home following a brief illness.

Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 1, 2019 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, with Fr. Peter Snieg officiating. Burial will be in Maple Hill Cemetery, Evansville, WI. Visitation will be from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home.

Jim was born on November 7, 1942 in Dubuque, IA, the son of Louis E. and Emily R. (Kuhl) Brady. He was a graduate of the first class from Wahlert High School in 1960.
Jim was a nursing assistant prior to his retirement. He enjoyed playing bingo, poker, going to the casino, crocheting and going out for dinner.

Surviving is his partner, Ken Rennison of Milton, WI; two daughters, Anne (Paul) Hefel of Marion, IA and Elizabeth (friend Chris Bohlen) Brady of Iowa City, IA; two grandchildren, James and Julia Hefel; his brother Bernard “Ben” (Evie) Brady of East Dubuque; eight nieces and nephews; and his brother-in-law Loras Schuster of Sycamore, IL.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis in 1975 and Emily in 1992, and a sister Therese Schuster in 1999.

A James J. Brady memorial fund has been established.

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

Barbara J. (Smith) Cooper

Barbara J. (Smith) Cooper, 91, of Bellevue, formerly of South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Mill Valley Care Center. Private family graveside services will be conducted at the First Presbyterian Cemetery.

Barbara was born November 14, 1927 in New York State, the daughter of John and Anna (Barney) Smith. She served her country in the US Navy 1954-1956. She married Francis “Doc” Cooper and shared many wonderful years together before his passing in 2006. Barbara loved music and dancing, painting, and picking up sea shells when her and Francis would spend winters in Florida.

Survivors include bothers in-law, Joe (Lydia) Klein, and Dean (Tori) Klein; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; siblings, Blake, Warren, and Arlene.

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

Karen Brokus

Karen Brokus, 78, of Dubuque, died Sunday, October 27, 2019, at the Ennoble Skilled Nusing & Rehabilitation Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.

The funeral service for Mrs. Brokus will be 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Rev. Christopher English officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

Karen was born July 11, 1941, in Cassville, WI, the daughter of Alex and Elizabeth Riniker Wiest. On May 8, 1965, she married James F. Brokus in Galena, IL.  He died April 12, 2010.

Karen worked as a nurse’s aid at Stonehill Care Center for 20 years.

She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School.

She enjoyed going to casinos.

Survivors include one son, Mike (Kathy) Brokus of East Dubuque, IL; one Daughter, Sandy Tilton of Dubuque, one step-son, Gary Brokus of Lansing, one step-daughter, Brenda Bell of Martell; four grandchildren, Tanya, Jodi (Adam Block), Joshua and Zach, four step-grandchildren, Robbie, Chris, Jenny, Zach; one brother, Dennis Wiest of Dubuque, three sisters, Joyce (Bill) Berkley of Dubuque, Patricia (Chuck) Crimmins of Dubuque, Sue Robinson of Greeley, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, Elgie, Alex Jr. and John and four sisters, Ivy Potts, Mary Hoffman, Betty Meyer, Joan VanDewiel.

The family thanks Hospice of Dubuque, and Ennoble, especially Diane and Betty for their loving care of Karen.

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

Harold E. Bowman

Harold E. Bowman, 83, of Bellevue, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2019 peacefully surrounded by his family at Manor Care in Dubuque.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 am, Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue.  Family will greet friends 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Tuesday, October 29, 2019 and also one hour prior to services at the church on Wednesday.  Burial with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will be in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery.

Harold Edward Bowman was born February 8, 1936 in rural Bellevue, Iowa, the son of William and Laura (Keil) Bowman.  Harold was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue.  Following graduation from Bellevue Community Schools, he proudly served his country in the United States Army.

Harold was united in marriage to Sandra Lucille Gard on November 8, 1958, sharing almost 61 years of marriage and memories including the blessings of five children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Following his service in the US Army, Harold worked as street commissioner for the City of Bellevue and later Bellevue Sand and Gravel until his retirement.  Harold was also very proud to be one of Bellevue’s first volunteer ambulance drivers.

Harold loved the fall and its many hunting opportunities, especially squirrel and coon hunting with family and dear friends.  Harold loved to garden, eagerly beginning his vision studying the 20 seed catalogs in late winter in anticipation of spring planting and the great joy of sharing his harvest.  He possessed the wisdom of a master gardener by experience alone, others often seeking his guidance  in hopes of a bountiful harvest.

Over the years, he so enjoyed a good joke, yet endearingly rarely could remember the punch line.  He loved his dog, Charlie, his dear friends, yet most of all, he loved his family.

Those who remain to honor and cherish his memory include; his wife, Sandra; children, Deb (Bill) Sieverding, Jim (Kristy) Bowman, Kate Bowman, and Billy (Tonya) Bowman; nine grandchildren, Kelley (David) Brown, Ben Sieverding, Jake (Bri) Sieverding, Erica (Drew) Koranda, Michael (Claire) Bowman, Devon Bowman, and McKenzee (Taylor) Bowman, Ricky Makoben, and Alex Makoben; five great-grandchildren, Ada, Felix, Kita, Gavin, and Jayden; and two great-grandchildren on the way; also surviving is numerous nieces and nephews.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter and son in-law, Christine and Marty Victor; siblings, Lester (Eileen) Bowman, Arthur (Cleo) Bowman, Bill Bowman, infant sister, Laura Belle Bowman, Edith (Lester) Reistroffer, Catherine (Iver) Bollen, Mary (John) Putman, and Betty Baxter.

The family wishes to extend their sincere appreciation to the Bellevue Police Department and Ambulance volunteers for all of their support over the years, the staff of Manor Care, the staff of Hospice of Dubuque as well as for the love, support and kindness of many dear friends.  He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Harold’s memory.

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

Cyndia K. Stecher

Cyndia Kay Stecher, 69, of Dubuque, died Friday, October 25, 2019, at her home.

Visitation will be from  9:00 am until 11:00 am Thursday, October 31, 2019, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Cyndia will be 11:00 am Thursday, October 31, 2019, at St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West.

Cyndia was born April 19, 1950, in Dubuque, the daughter of Harold J. and Jocille E. Honerbaum Weber.

Cindy worked at Jocille’s Fashion Corner and was a dedicated realtor for RE/MAX for 18 years.

She was a 1968 graduate of Wahlert High School and a 1972 graduate of University of Wisconsin Platteville.

She was a member of St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Tennis was her passion, which provided many opportunities for adventures with her friends. Cindy studied abroad in college and instilled a love of world travel in her daughter. Always dressed “to the nines” in her four inch stilettos, she was a vivacious and spontaneous person.  Never one to sit at home; she was on the go and having fun.

Survivors include her daughter, Noelle Stecher of Houston, TX; a sister, Sandra Gavin; a brother, Randy Weber both of Dubuque, as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for Hospice of Dubuque and American Cancer Society.

The family extends their gratitude to Hospice of Dubuque and No Place Like Home, who cared for her during her final weeks.

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

Sara M. Runde

Sara M. “Sally” Runde, 86, of Kieler, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at Epione Pavilion in Cuba City.  Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Church in Kieler with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating.  Burial will take place at a later date.  Friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City where the parish wake service will be at 3:45 p.m.  Friends may also call from 9-10:15 a.m. Wednesday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center before the service.

Sally was born on September 23, 1933, in Tennyson, Wisconsin, the daughter of Joseph and Edna (Schiffman) Kerkenbush.  She married the love of her life, Leland H. “Buck” Runde, on April 18, 1953, at St Andrew’s Church in Tennyson.

Sally lived her life nurturing her family.  Spending time with family and friends was her greatest joy.

There was never a hungry person in Sally’s home, she was often planning the next meal while still finishing the first – everyone loved Grandma Sally’s sweet rolls & zucchini bread.  Time spent with family at Buck’s Landing, berry picking, tending her flower garden and bird watching were among her favorite activities.

Prior to raising her family, she worked at Brown Publishing (Dubuque) and later worked as a bookkeeper for the Kieler Sanitary District and in the Bursar’s office at UW Platteville.

She was a faithful member of the Immaculate Conception (Kieler) Parish, the Council of Catholic Women, the Jamestown Fire Department Auxiliary, Cub Scout Den Mother and 4H Leader.  She was also an accomplished seamstress – making clothes for herself, her daughters and extended family.

Buck & Sal were fortunate to enjoy years of retirement traveling to visit family and friends throughout the U.S.

Survivors include her devoted husband of 66 years, Buck; her children, Sharon (Brad) Avery, Topeka, KS, Peggy (Jon) Weston, Philadelphia, PA, Deb (Bryant) Holt, Franklin, VA, Chuck (Sharon) Runde, Hazel Green, WI,  Barb (Cameron Tschannen) Runde, Lindstrom, MN, Sam (Kim) Runde, Hazel Green, WI and Andy (Sue) Runde, Shorewood, IL; a sister, Ruth Kieler, Platteville; and in-laws, Gus (Shirley) Runde, Kieler, and Tina Runde, Cuba City; fifteen grandchildren, Wyatt (Christina), Lara, and Dylan Avery,  Jason (Shante), Aaron (Charrity), and Brian (Alyson) Weston, Bud and Will (Meredith) Holt, Burt (Lesley) and Audra Runde, Joe (Bri), Nick (Melissa), Jessica (Tyson) and Jamie Runde, and Maggie Runde; and seventeen great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by a sister, Alma (Ralph) Krepfle; three brothers, Irvin (Loma), Bob (Helen) and Gene (Tressa) Kerkenbush; and her in-laws, Larry Kieler, Arlene (Bud) Burlage, Bud Runde, Betty (Kenny) Pratt, and Rita (Vince) Hinderman.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sally’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association (alz.org).

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

Jenanne M. Grant

Jenanne M. Grant, 77, of East Dubuque, Illinois arrived in heaven on Thursday,  October 24, 2019 departing from Bell Tower Retirement Center in East Dubuque, Illinois.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Wesley United Methodist Church in East Dubuque with Parson John Emery  officiating. Jenanne will be buried along-side of her beloved husband in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Visitation is from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 28, 2019 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque and from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.  on Tuesday at the Church.

Jenanne was born at home on March 25, 1942 the daughter of Bernice (LaCount) and Joseph Foht.  She was united in marriage to Raymond C. (Shorty) Grant on August 6, 1958 at Wesley United Methodist Church. She was born and remained a life-long resident in the East Dubuque, Illinois area.

Jenanne started work as a youngster at The Cozy Lunch owned by her stepfather, Albert Miller, and her mother. She spent most of her time working the root beer stand. Once she became a mother, she stayed home to raise her children, Sharon and Russ. In later years, she provided day care, and much love to her grand-children until they were of school age. She was a very loving and talented woman who could crochet, knit, quilt, decorate cakes, play the piano, zither and clarinet as well as being an all-around great mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Once the grandchildren were in school, Jenanne started working at Nordstrom through Senona Staffing Services in Dubuque, Iowa where she made many friends. Jenanne also spent many hours volunteering her time as a devoted life-long member of the Wesley United Methodist Church and the Wesley’s Women’s Group.

Surviving are her children, Sharon (Tom) Harris of Cuba City, WI and Russell (Linda Welp) Grant of Zwingle Iowa, five grandchildren, Joshua Haupert, Matthew Lee, Michael (Kayla Ring) Stillmunkes, Kelsey (Jamie) Schroeder and Kea (Chris) Mueller. Jenanne’s great-grandchildren are Alexis Haupert, Alana McDermott, Peyton, Aubrey and Adalee Schroeder. She is also survived by two brothers, Norbert (Shirley Kirkpatrick) Foht of East Dubuque and Jerry Foht of Dubuque, Iowa; three sisters, Pam (Don) Rolling, Debbie (Mike) Lightfoot of Dubuque, Iowa and Carol Foht of Portland, OR; two brother-in-laws, Jack Foht of Dubuque, Iowa, Terry (Gail) Grant of Guttenburg, Iowa; a sister-in-law, Jean Grant, of Clinton, Iowa as well as many nieces and nephews.

Jenanne was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Ray, her parents, Bernice (LaCount) Brown, Joseph Foht, Albert Miller and Alexander Brown, her mother-in-law Eva (Babe) Grant,  two sisters, Eldine Delk and Connie Nolan, a brother, Delbert Foht, four sister-in-laws, Aggie Foht, Sandy Foht, Joan Ingles and Jean Foht and three brother-in-laws, John, Larry and Bob Grant.

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

Jean L. Kluesner

Jean L. Kluesner, 82, of New Vienna passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019, at MercyOne, in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 2-7 p.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12^thAve SW in Dyersville, Iowa where a parish vigil service will be held at 2 p.m.  Visitation will continue from    9-10 a.m. Wednesday, prior to funeral services.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30a.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in New Vienna with burial in the church cemetery.  Rev. Dennis Quint will officiate.

Jean was born January 19, 1937, in New Vienna, the daughter of Raymond and Luella (Buenker) Kluesner.  She grew up on the family farm in New Vienna and attended St. Boniface School. She graduated Viterbo University in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, in 1958. Jean taught at St. Boniface School for 46 years. She was dedicated to Catholic education and the students she taught.

Jean served on the schoolboard, parish council, and finance committee. She also volunteered at the Heritage House. She enjoyed playing games, especially Scrabble, Jeopardy, and Trivial Pursuit. She was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes fan. She was very devoted to her faith, family, and the children she taught. She will be greatly missed by her nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Survivors include her siblings: Helen Reardon of Dubuque, Elizabeth Leick of Epworth, Robert (Bridget) Kluesner of Owatonna, MN, sister-in-law: Mary Jane Kluesner of Dyersville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond (1987) and Luella (1982), siblings: Francis Kluesner, Ralph Kluesner, Sr. Marian Kluesner, FSPA, in-laws: Leonard Leick and Francis Reardon.

Memorials can be made to St. Boniface Catholic Church, Beckman High school, or Divine Word College in Epworth.

The family would like to thank the staff at Hawkeye Care Center and MercyOne Hospital for their compassionate care this past year.

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

Rae Naoe Seaton

Rae Naoe Seaton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt passed away in the early hours of Monday, October 21, 2019.

Rae was born on May 6, 1942 in Honolulu, Hawaii.

 In 1972, she moved with her husband Dennis and daughter Cathy to Dubuque, where her son Marcus was later born. Rae taught ESL in the Dubuque school system for many years and retired in 2001. Always putting others first, she touched the lives of numerous students and people from all over the world.

Rae will live forever in the hearts of her husband, Dennis of Dubuque; daughter, Cathy (Larry Miller) of Coralville; son, Marcus (Kara) of Iowa City; her grandchildren Noah, Kalea, Grayson, Maya, and Alana; and sister, June Honda of Hawaii, along with relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Eleanor Honda of Honolulu, Hawaii.

A private celebration of life event will be arranged; please contact the family for details. Rae’s final resting place will be together with her loving parents at the Nu’uanu Memorial Park in Hawaii.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established at www.gofundme.com/raeseaton.

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in care of the arrangements. Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting Rae’s obituary at www.hskfhcares.com.

Joan Grove

On Thursday, October 24, 2019 Joan Grove passed away peacefully at the age of 89, in DeWitt, Iowa. Funeral services and Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Davenport. Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A prayer service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Monday, October 28^th with visitation following from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. at Halligan-McCabe-DeVries Funeral Home in Davenport. An additional visitation will be one hour prior to mass at the Cathedral. Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Cathedral and Handicapped Development Center.

Joan was born in Dubuque, Iowa on April 14, 1930 to Aloysius and Veronica (Shekleton) Schuster, and graduated from Clarke College in 1952 with a degree in Sociology and Education. She married her husband John in 1954 and they had six children together.

Joan loved spending time with her family. She was proud of all her children and grandchildren and loved their big family gatherings at holidays. She enjoyed getting together with her coffee group at Bruegger’s Bagels and attending the Quad City symphony and other events with friends. She was a member of Sacred Heart Cathedral in Davenport for more than fifty years, and a teacher at Sacred Heart for twenty-five years, retiring in 1996. Over the years, Joan helped out with many activities at the Handicapped Development Center, where her son Jim works.

Joan is survived by her sons, John Grove of St. Paul, MN, and Jim Grove of Davenport, IA; daughters, Kathy (Russ) Garfin of Forest City, IA and Janet (Gene) Green of DeWitt, IA; grandchildren, Nancy, David, Christopher (Katie), Kate, Michelle (Toba), Emma and John; great-grandchildren, Conor and Malakai; sister, Imelda; brothers, Vince and Loras; sister-in-law, Marge; and many nieces and nephews.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband, John; sons, Michael and David; daughter-in-law, Patty; sisters, Virginia and Jeanette; brothers-in-law, Bud, John, and Tom; and sisters-in-law, Therese and Alice.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at WellSpire West Wing Place in DeWitt who took such good care of their Mom during her stay there and to her roommate Mildred, who was such a good friend to her.

Online condolences may be made to Joan’s family by viewing her obituary at www.hmdfuneralhome.com.

Charlotte M. Jess

Charlotte M. (McMillion) Jess, 85, of Bellevue, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at Ramsey Village in Des Moines.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 am, Tuesday, October 29^th, 2019 at First Presbyterian Church in Bellevue.  Family will greet friends 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Monday, October 28, 2019 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.  Burial will be in First Presbyterian Cemetery in Bellevue.

Charlotte was born June 9, 1934 in Charmco, West Virginia, the daughter of George and Marie (Summerfield) McMillion.  She lived in West Virginia and Ohio and moved to Bellevue while in high school.  Charlotte graduated from Bellevue High School in 1952, then married Kenneth “Kenny” Jess on May 29, 1953, he passed on August 26, 2019.  Charlotte and Kenneth lived in Bellevue most of their lives, but lived in Platteville, Wisconsin for a short time in the late fifties and most recently in Des Moines, Iowa.

Charlotte worked at Clinton Engines, Savanna Army Depot, as a secretary for Leo Reistroffer and attorney Erwin Stamp in Bellevue.  She worked 25 years as a secretary at Bellevue High School until retiring in 1996.

Survivors include her children, Nancy (Kevin) Metz of Des Moines and Thane (Pam) Jess of West Des Moines; granddaughters, Alexis Laslo of Clive and Olivia Laslo of Des Moines; a great-grandson, Malone Slothhower; sisters, Betty Marshik of Rockville, Maryland and Nancy Eckrich of Mt. Airy, Maryland; sister in-law, Joan Jess of Bellevue and numerous nieces and nephews.

Charlotte was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kenneth; siblings; Bernice, Gene, and Clarence; a granddaughter, Claire Ann Laslo; and numerous sisters and brothers in-law, nieces and nephews.

A memorial fund has been established in Charlotte’s memory.

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

Joseph E. Lattner

Joseph E. Lattner, 66, of Bankston, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2019 on the family farm in Bankston, Iowa.

Visitation for Joe will be held from 3 to 8 p.m., Monday, October 28, 2019 at the 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 in Farley.

Services for Joe will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at St. Clement’s Catholic Church in Bankston, Iowa, with Rev. Michael Schueller officiating, concelebrating Rev. Joseph McDermott SVD. Burial will be held in St. Clement’s Cemetery in Bankston, Iowa.

Joe was born February 24, 1953 in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Clifford and Myrene (Rauen) Lattner. He is a graduate of St. Joseph Catholic School in Farley, Iowa. On April 23, 1982 he was united in marriage to Peggy Welter at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Sinsinawa, WI.

He was a man of strong faith and a member of St. Clement’s Parish in Bankston. Joe devoted his time to teaching his children how to live life to the fullest and appreciate the little things. He loved working alongside his two sons on his fifth generation farm. Farming was not only his livelihood but also his passion. Joe cherished his time tending to his animals, land, planting, and harvesting. Joe enjoyed fishing, hunting, golf, bowling, and playing Euchre in Card Club. Joe shared his wisdom and positivity within his community where he was loved by all he met. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed cheering on his Chicago Cubs and Bears. His greatest joy in life was spending time with his family, friends, and grandson Rocco. Joe truly had a heart of gold and would go out of his way to help anyone. His smile was contagious, his laugh unforgettable, and his kind heart unlike any other.

He is survived by the love of his life, Peggy Lattner of Bankston, Iowa; Proud father of four children, Amy Lattner of Phoenix, AZ, Nicholas (Kayla) Lattner of Peosta, IA, Matthew Lattner of Bankston, IA and Molly (Joseph) Lucas of Holy Cross, IA; one grandson, Rocco and another grandchild on the way; one brother David (Carol) Lattner: two sisters, Sr. Mary Emmanuel Lattner, and Donna (Ronald) Huberty; mother-in-law, Marion Welter; and nine brothers and sisters-in-law.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Paul J. Lattner, and father-in-law Harold Welter.

The family would like to thank the hard working first responders, neighbors, and friends.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Joan B. Pasker

Joan B. Pasker, 86, of Dyersville, Iowa and formerly of New Vienna, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019 at Oak Crest Manor in Dyersville, Iowa.
Visitation for Joan will be held from 2 to 7 p.m., Sunday, October 27, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m., Monday, October 28th at the funeral home.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held for Joan at 10:30 a.m., Monday, October 28, 2019 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in New Vienna, Iowa, with Rev. Tyler Raymond presiding. Burial will be held in St. Boniface Cemetery in New Vienna, Iowa.
She was born August 4, 1933 in Petersburg, Iowa, daughter of Alfred and Loretta (Koch) Goedken. She received her education in the Petersburg area schools. On November 9, 1954 she was united in marriage to Urban S. Pasker at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Petersburg, Iowa. He preceded her in death on November 13, 2017.
Joan loved watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren, spending time with her family and attending family gatherings. She enjoyed playing Bingo, cards and watching game shows especially Jeopardy. Joan was very talented in making quilts, baking and gardening.
She was a member of St. Boniface Parish in New Vienna, Iowa.
She is survived by eleven children, Rose (Oly) Olson of Colesburg, Dan (Kay) Pasker of New Vienna, Dave (Mary) Pasker of Earlville, Ron (Linda) Pasker and Rick Pasker both of New Vienna, Diane (Mark) Elgin, Randy Pasker and Joyce (Larry) Naber all of Dyersville, Janet (Jeff) Olson of Guttenberg, Jeanne (J.J.) Hefel of Holy Cross and Pam (Randy) Demmer of Dyersville; 33 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; three sisters, Delaine (Paul) Knipper both of Dyersville, Delores (Terry) O’Brien of Cascade and Sr. Rita Goedken of Dubuque, IA; three brothers, Dale Goedken of Dyersville, Dennis (Ann) Goedken of Cottage Grove, WI, and Charles (Patrice) Goedken of Harrisburg, PA; sister-in-law, Lisa Goedken of Conception Junction, MO, and Grace Pasker of New Vienna; and two brothers-in-law, Donald Burkle of Dyersville, IA and James (Marie) Pasker of Edgewood.
She is also preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Jean Ann Pasker in infancy; one son-in-law, Randy Hess; grandson, Bailey “Austin” Pasker; Rick’s fiance, Jill Wilson; two sisters, Sr. Angela Goedken and Lois Burkle; three brothers, David Goedken, Floyd Goedken and Marty Goedken; her father and mother-in-law, Albert and Alvina Pasker; two sisters-in-law, Verna Mae Westmark-Thieman and Doris Goedken; and brother-in-law, Leon Pasker.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com