Obituaries Archive

Francis A. Hermsen

Francis Ambrose Hermsen, 88, Manchester, Iowa, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids. He was born July 22, 1931, in Farley, to Frank and Olive (Schaul) Hermsen.

On September 10, 1957, Francis was united in marriage to Inez Goedken at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Petersburg. Seven children were born to this union. They farmed near Masonville. In 1998, the couple retired to Manchester.

Francis was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Manchester, Catholic Order of Foresters, and Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed watching Iowa Hawkeye basketball and St. Louis Cardinal baseball and was an avid Euchre player.

Francis is survived by his wife, Inez of Manchester; children, Allan (Ann) Hermsen of Manchester, Gary (Nancy) Hermsen and Kevin (Bev) Hermsen, all of Masonville, Julie (Brian) Buckallew of Urbandale, Jane Oglesby (friend Todd Hines) of Center Point, and Lisa (Todd) Grawe of Urbana; 16 grandchildren, Adam (Renee) Hermsen, Alison (Nate) Kass, Austin (Tiffany) Hermsen, Jes (Ned) Skoglund, Sara Elledge, Matt Hermsen, B.J. (Karli) Hermsen, Jenna Hermsen, Megan (Josiah) Linberger, Nathan Buckallew, Madie (Ben) Lechtenberg, Paige (Nick) Drucker, Ryan Wilkin, Rachel Grawe, Alex Grawe, and Brody Grawe; 12 great-grandchildren, Hudson, Lyvia, Abby, Katie, Lily, Leo, Kyler, Grant, Lane, June, Reed, and Mason, with three on the way; siblings, Rosemary Rahe, Alvin (Doris) Hermsen, and Dennis (Nancy) Hermsen; and siblings-in-law, Theresa Hermsen, Germaine Goedken, Norma Brunsman, Valeria Bockenstedt, Carol (Dale) Clemen, Laverne (Patsy) Goedken, and Marilyn Goedken.

Francis was preceded in death by his parents; son, Loras (1979); great-grandson, Paul Kass; son-in-law, Mike Oglesby; siblings, Elmer (Eileen) Hermsen, Jerry (Betty Gassman) Hermsen, and Clarence Hermsen; and siblings-in-law, Tony Rahe, Gilbert Goedken, Helen (Emil) Wilgenbusch, Stella (Leo) Demmer, Vernon Brunsman, Mary Lou (Elmer) Engelken, Irvin Bockenstedt, John Goedken, and Patty (Marv) Rolfes.

Online condolences may be sent to www.leonard-mullerfh.com.

Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 25, 2020, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Manchester, with Reverend Gabriel Anderson officiating. The Knights of Columbus will recite the Rosary at 10:30 a.m.

Visitation: 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2020, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Manchester, with a private family Scripture service at 1:00 p.m. Friends may also call from 9:30 to 10:45 a.m. Saturday at the church.

Interment: St. Mary Catholic Cemetery – Masonville, Iowa

Edward E. Small

Edward Ernest Small, 74, of Bernard, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2020, at home, surrounded by family.

A celebration of his life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Friday, January 24, 2020, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be from 3 to 7 P.M., Thursday, January 23, 2020 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa, with military honors.

Edward Ernest Small was born on December 12, 1945 in Clinton, Iowa, to Leslie Ernest and Evelyn A. (Scheibe) Small. He was a 1964 graduate of Western Dubuque High School and then served his country in the Navy earning an honorable discharge. He married Carol Nancy Block on September 26, 1970 in Dubuque, Iowa.

Edward first worked for Edward’s Construction Company in Dubuque. He then worked for 44 years as a cement finisher for Bob and Lee Kinsella Construction, retiring in 2012.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing for Big Catfish at Jim Falls, Wisconsin, NASCAR races, going for rides on the side by side, and tractor rides.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Carol Small of Bernard, IA; a son David (and his wife Cristina Montelius) Small of East Dubuque, IL; 2 grandchildren Ben and Evan; a sister, Janice (and her husband Paul) Ruggeberg of Maquoketa, IA; and a brother, Richard “Rick” (and his wife Tammy) Small of Bernard, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother James Small, and a sister Phyllis Turnis.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, an Edward E. Small memorial fund has been established.

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

Merle Woerdehoff

Merle Woerdehoff, 94, of Edgewood, Iowa, passed away on Monday, January 20, 2020, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home in Edgewood.

He was born on May 21, 1925, on the family farm in Petersburg to Bernard “Ben” and Henrietta (Klosterman) Woerdehoff. He began his education in the Petersburg Catholic School. The family moved to Edgewood in 1936, where Merle graduated with the Edgewood High School class of 1943.

In August 1943, Merle was drafted into the Army to honorably serve his country during World War II. He saw heavy combat for 28 months with little word from home in the jungles of New Guinea, the Admiralty Islands, and the Philippines. He was discharged in January 1946.

On June 26, 1946, Merle was united in marriage to Norma Schultz at St. Mark’s Church in Edgewood. One daughter was blessed to this union on May 10, 1948.

Merle worked as an electrician with his father-in-law, Bert Schultz, from 1946 to 1947, when he purchased the Shell Dealership that took him successfully to his retirement in 1990. His commitment to his customers and his community was something he took great pride in. He didn’t think twice when a customer called after-hours needing fuel or help and would drop whatever he was doing to serve their needs.

Through the years he was an active member of the Edgewood Commercial Club, served on the board of directors of the Delaware County Fish and Game Association, was a volunteer for the Edgewood Fire Department serving as assistant fire chief, and was a 75-year member of the American Legion Post #512, proudly receiving his Quilt of Honor in 2016.

Merle was an avid outdoorsman, loving to fish and hunt with his family and friends. He also enjoyed playing cards, traveling, and countryside road trips. Merle was a devoted husband, dad, and grandpa … a man of quiet integrity who never complained and always found the positive in everything in his life.

Survivors of this gentle man include his daughter, Jacqueline “Jackie” Dee (Warren) Coates of Manchester; five grandchildren, Pam Greer of California, David (Lisa) Coates of Ohio, Crystal (Paul) McMullen of Ryan, Missi Coates Thede, and Corey (Melissa) Coates of Manchester; 11 great-grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Merle was preceded in death by his wife, Norma in 2012; his parents, Ben and Henrietta Woerdehoff; two brothers, John and Cyril Woerdehoff; and four sisters, Stella (in infancy), Vera Seward, Lola Kies, and Elva Woerdehoff.

Online condolences may be sent to www.leonard-mullerfh.com.

Services will be at a later date.

Madonna J. Risley

Madonna J. Risley, 85, of East Dubuque, IL, passed away suddenly on Saturday morning, January 18, 2020 at home, of an apparent heart attack.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Peter Snieg officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 – 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday at the Church. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family.

Madonna was born on May 30, 1934 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of LeRoy and Bertha C. (Frick) Risley.

She was a graduate of St. Mary’s School, East Dubuque, and Immaculate Conception Academy in Dubuque. Madonna was employed at Perfection Oil Company in Dubuque for over 50+ years, where she held the position of Treasurer for many years.

Madonna was a member of St. Mary’s Parish and its Altar & Rosary Society, the Secular Franciscans and the Power of Prayer.

Surviving is a brother, LeRoy L. “Buzz” Risley of East Dubuque and a sister, Kay Bonifazi of Unionville, MO; 13 nieces and nephews and numerous great nieces and great newphews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, LeRoy in 1955 and Bertha on June 18, 2000, a sister, Dorothy Schwendinger in 1992 and a brother, Rev. L. Thomas Risley on January 22, 2000.

The family wishes to especially thank East Dubuque Fire and Ambulance, East Dubuque Police Dept and the Jo Daviess County Sheriff’s Dept. for their help and assistance. It was greatly appreciated.

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

Buddy L. Hyde

Buddy Lawrence “Bud” Hyde, 85, of Edgewood, Iowa, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home. He was born on April 8, 1934, in Garber, the son of Wilbur and Gertrude (Hansel) Hyde. Bud grew up in the Garber area, attended and graduated from the Elkport High School with the class of 1952, the last class to graduate from Elkport.

Following his graduation, Bud worked for a short time for Ashline Motors in Edgewood and also at the Guttenberg Cleaners for a short time. In 1954, he went to work for the Cowie Studio in Elkader. Bud worked there until he was drafted into the United States Army on March 7, 1956. He served his country honorably until March 10, 1958. During this time, he spent 18 months in Germany.

On September 3, 1958, Bud was united in marriage to Mavis Frieden at St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church in Garber. Following his discharge, he returned to manage the Cowie Studios in Elkader and West Union. Bud then worked for McTaggart Furniture where he worked in sales for ten years. In 1973 an opening came up at the Clayton County Clerk of Court’s office. Bud applied for and was granted the position of Trial Court Supervisor, a position he held for 25 years, retiring in 1998. Bud and Mavis made their home in Elkader for 40 years, at which time he retired and they moved to Edgewood where they were both associated with the Leonard-Muller Funeral Home until Mavis’s death in 2013.

Bud was an active member of Trinity Methodist Church in Edgewood, a former member of Giard Methodist Church, and of First Congregational Church in Elkader, as well as St. John’s Evangelical and Reformed Church in Garber, where he was baptized and confirmed. He was also a former member of the Elkader Jay-Cees, and of the Clayton County Opera House Players. Bud had a great interest in genealogy, having had published a book on the Hyde family as well as on the Hansel family. He also enjoyed reading mystery books and his computer (until something went wrong). Bud’s main interest was his family and he enjoyed spending time with them.

Survivors include his son, Mark (Linda) Hyde of Dubuque; two step-granddaughters, Dana Eaton of Dubuque and Allison (Matthew Davidson) Smith of Fond Du Lac, Wisconsin; two step-great-grandchildren, Riley James and Maya Rose; four sisters-in-law, Ladena Mendenhall of Monet, Missouri, LeAnna (Harold) Hanson of Elgin,  Phyllis Frieden of Postville, and Sharnel Frieden of Elgin; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Gertrude Hyde; his wife, Mavis Hyde; his half-sister, Betty (Charles) Friedlein; his half-brother, Donald Hyde; and a brother-in-law, Roger Frieden.

Online condolences may be sent to www.leonard-mullerfh.com.

Funeral Service:  10:30 a.m., on Saturday, January 25, 2020, at Trinity Methodist Church in Edgewood, with Pastor Mike Jackson officiating.

Visitation:  3:00 to 8:00 p.m., on Friday, January 24, 2020, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Edgewood. Friends may also call one hour before the service at the church on Saturday.

Interment:  Edgewood Cemetery  –  Edgewood, Iowa

Judy E. Yeager

Judy E. Yeager, 78, of Bellevue, passed away Friday, January 17, 2020 at Mill Valley Care Center.  Funeral Services will be 10:30 am, Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bellevue.  Family will greet friends 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Monday, January 20, 2020 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, additional visitation will begin at 9:00 am until services times Tuesday at the church.  Burial will be at a later date in Miles Cemetery.

Judy was born March 21, 1941 in Green Island, the daughter of Delbert and Nettie (Keil) Roe.  She married Robert Culver, Jr. on December 7, 1958, he passed on August 18, 1985.  She later married Robert Yeager on October 12, 1996.  They enjoyed 23 years of marriage.  Judy enjoyed playing cards with her sisters, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.  Judy worked at Ensign Coil, International Paper, on the farm, and Bellevue Lumber Company over the years.  She made the best potato and dumpling soup.  She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her husband, Robert “Bob” Yeager; children, Greg (Etta) Culver of Miles, Gary (Joyce) Culver of Parkview, Kristie (Kevin Schlotes) Culver of Bellevue; step-children, Jason Yeager of Bellevue, and Casey (Johannah) Yeager of Bellevue; 6 grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and 1 step great-grandchild; numerous nieces and nephews; and a sister in-law, Joan Kerns.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband; siblings, Eugene (Fern) Roe, Kenneth (Marilyn) Roe, Fern (Edward) Hoff, Marilyn (William) Pataska, Doris (Eldon) Klemme, Donna (Bill) Wagner, and Gaynell (Russell) Guenther; brothers in-law, Thomas Kerns and David Rederer; and a sister in-law, Donna Starr.

Online condolences maybe left for the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Dawn M. Manders

Dawn Marie (Runde) Manders, 53, joined our Lord January 15th, 2020 at 6:10 p.m. in the comfort of her home after battling MRH. She touched many people with her zest for life, determination, and strength.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 20th, 2020 at St. Joseph Church Key West, with Rev. Rodney Allers officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 2:45 p.m.

She was born on March 23, 1966, in Cedar Rapids, IA and married her high school sweetheart Jeff Manders, on October 15, 1988.

She was a motivator for many, and her perseverance shined through every marathon finish line. If she wasn’t pounding the pavement, she could be found cooking, heading to a concert, or enjoying the great outdoors. From hiking through the Colorado mountains, to running along tropical beaches, she thrived on exploring the world and seeking new experiences. She immersed herself in the magic of Disney and embraced “celebrate today.” Through life’s triumphs and obstacles her sense of humor was never far. No mountain too steep, no river too wide, she was going to make it through one way or another right to the very end. Her smile was bright and she poured her heart into her family. She was known as a runner, photographer, concert lover, traveler, and advocate for the performing arts.

Together with her husband Jeff, she was the heart and soul of the family business – Manders Quality Concrete, established in 1989. Her attention to detail and creative touch was evident in all everything she did. Loving wife, giving mother, loyal sister, dedicated daughter, enthusiastic grandmother, and true friend.

She is survived by her husband, Jeff; her children, Taylor (Joseph) Goris and Logan Manders; grandchild Karlie Jo Goris; her siblings, Dennis II Runde, Gary (Tracy) Runde, Jeff (Michelle) Runde, Robin Runde, Richie Runde, Steven (Alice) Runde, Stacie (Neil) Scott, Brett (Sara) Runde, Marc (Shelly) Runde; and mother-in-law, Barb Manders.

She is preceded by her parents, Dennis and Donna Runde; her brother, Karl Runde; and her father-in-law Loras Manders.

“May all your favorite bands stay together.” ~Dawes

Gary A. Yaddof

Gary August Yaddof, 63, died in his home on January 17, 2020 in Charles City, IA due to complications from Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).

Gary was born on July 20, 1956 in Elwood, IA to his parents, Victor and Doris Yaddof. He graduated from the University of Dubuque with a degree in Biology and moved to Northeast Iowa where he worked at Swiss Valley Farms in Luana.

He was united in marriage to Naomi Odegard on April 5, 1986. Together, they raised four children in rural McGregor.

Gary had a great love for the outdoors, which he instilled in his children by regularly taking them camping, hiking, hunting and fishing. He spent summers teaching them how to garden and winters teaching them how to ski. Gary also loved playing Euchre, traveling with his family, and cheering on the Chicago Cubs and Bears.

Gary is survived by his wife, Naomi; his four children, Emily (Brian) Gibbs of Tomahawk, WI; Michael (Rachel) Yaddof of Cedar Falls, IA; Isaac Yaddof and Elizabeth Yaddof, both of Charles City, IA; and his brother, Larry Yaddof, and sister, Marla Wilcox, both of Delmar, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A celebration of life will take place on January 25, 2019 from 3 to 6 pm in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, IA. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Gary’s life.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Gary’s honor may be directed to the family to help advance the study of Lewy Body Dementia, a deadly disease that causes a progressive decline in mental and physical abilities.

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

Vernon G. Goldhagen

Vernon G. Goldhagen, 86, of East Dubuque, IL., passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Midwest Medical Center in Galena, IL.

In keeping with Vernon’s wishes there will be no visitation, with a memorial service to be held at a later date.

He was born on July 30, 1933 in Elizabeth, IL., the son of Henry and Regina (Banwarth) Goldhagen.  He married Darlene M. Kuhn, daughter of Walter and Evelyn (Banfield) Kuhn on April 23, 1954 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church at Sinsinawa, WI.  She preceded him in death in 1987.

Vernon served 20 years in the U. S. Navy, and was then employed for 15 years at the San Diego Post Office in CA.

Surviving are his son Paul “Tony” (Geri) Goldhagen of Chula Vista, CA: brother Richard (Nancy) Goldhagen, sisters Margie (Herb) Havertape, Mary Lu Leibold and Carol (Norm) Niemeyer.

He was preceded in death by his wife, his sons, Steven and Vernon G. Jr. “Butch”, Jeanette Rigdon, brothers-in-law Dick Rigdon and Jim Leibold.  Also in-laws, Lois (Tony) Heller, Walter, Jr. (Pat) Kuhn, Melvin (Barbara) Kuhn and Jim Kuhn.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family.

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

Sydney J. Weichel

Sydney J. (Buxton) Weichel, age 81, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 2:55 a.m., on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Stonehill Care Center, surrounded by her loving family.  To celebrate Sydney’s life, family and friends may visit from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., on Monday, January 20, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. To honor Sydney’s life, funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 20, 2020, at Behr Funeral Home, with Rev. Rick Mihm officiating.  Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery following cremation.

Sydney was born on October 25, 1938, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Harry and Marie (Story) Buxton.

Sydney was united in marriage to the love of her life, William Weichel, in Dubuque.  They would be blessed with several years together and 2 wonderful children, before he was sadly called home ahead of her on July 23, 1999.  Sydney was a devoted wife and mom, but she also put her skills to good use outside of her home as a waitress at the Dubuque Inn for 25 years.  Beyond a doubt her family was the most important aspect of Sydney’s life.  She not only shared her love with her own children and grandchildren, but took in several foster children throughout the years, giving them a safe place to call home.  When she found some free time in her days Sydney enjoyed going to auctions and garage sales, reading, dancing and trying her luck at the local casinos.  We are deeply saddened at losing such a wonderful woman in our daily lives, and will do our best to carry on her tradition of love and acceptance of all.  The world is definitely a better place because Sydney was in it!  Her famous saying will be remembered and cherished forever, “Love you all to hell!”.

Those left to cherish Sydney’s memory include

her 2 children,
Juanita (Randall) Hentges, Dubuque, IA
and Clarence “Jay” (Linda) Peacock, Dubuque, IA;

her 9 grandchildren,
Parnisha Perry, Judith Harry, Earl (Sahra) Harry, Allen (Chrissy) Hentges, Randy Hentges, Ben Peacock, Beth (Michael) Mulderink, Paul Buxton and Claire Buxton;

her 11 great-grandchildren;

her 2 great great-grandchildren;

her siblings,
Sharon (Ronald) Nickolas, Dubuque, IA,
Mark Buxton, Livermore, CA,
Ronald (Sherri) Buxton, Dubuque, IA
and Gary (Susie) Buxton, New Mexico;

and several nieces and nephews.

Sydney was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, William Weichel; a granddaughter, Marie Ann Harry; and a great-grandson, Windarius Kentrelle Miller.

Sydney’s family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Viner, Dr. Schope, Dr. Kumor, and the nurses and staff of Stonehill and Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their kind, caring and compassionate care of Sydney.

Memorials will be accepted by the family to be distributed among her favorite charities.

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

Lloyd G. Scheele

Lloyd G. Scheele, age 78, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 3:11 p.m., on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Sunnycrest Manor.  To celebrate Lloyd’s life a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.  Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Lloyd was born on May 26, 1941, in Waukon, Iowa, son of Willhelm and Veronica (Hagen) Scheele.

Lloyd graduated college and was employed in the early years of his career at Mercy Medical Center in the computer room.  He moved to Rockford, Illinois and worked for Honeywell.  He also worked at ARC in Dubuque in the group home.  Lloyd loved to read the newspaper and work on crossword puzzles.  He was a collector of music items and enjoyed listening to them.  Lloyd always stayed busy with collecting coins and stamps, playing bingo and cards, and spending time with family.  His great nieces and nephews will remember him for the wonderful and unique gifts he gave them at holidays.

Those left to cherish Lloyd’s memory include

his niece and caretaker,
Mary (Ray) Leppert;

his nieces,
Diane (Doug) Kohnen
and Deb Juno;

his nephew,
Ronald Meyer, all of Dubuque;

and Lloyd is also survived by several great nieces, great nephews, and his extended family at Sunnycrest Manor.

Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Lorna Meyer.

The family would like to extend our thanks to the Sunnycrest Manor staff for all the care and love that was given to Lloyd for over 15 years and also to Hospice of Dubuque.

Memorials may be made to Sunnycrest Manor and Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Shirley A. Johll

Shirley A. Johll, 77, of Dubuque, died Thursday, January 16, 2020, at the MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, January 20, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.

The Funeral Service for Mrs. Johll will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Deacon Mike Ellis as the officiant. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.

Shirley was born August 15, 1942, in Beetown, WI, the daughter of Burdette and Hazel Burrows Rennison. On April 4, 1959, she married David J. Johll in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Dubuque. He died on December 13, 2000.

She retired after 40 plus years at Flexsteel Industries.

She was a member of Resurrection Church, Fraternal Order of Eagles Club Aerie 568 serving as past president. She was an avid Packers and Cubs fan and in her younger years, she loved to read books. Shirley loved her daschunds Cricket and Candy.

Survivors include three sons, David Johll, Jr. of East Dubuque, IL, Daniel Johll of Dunedin, FL, and Donald Johll of East Dubuque, IL; two daughters, Cheryl (Scott) Withington of Yukon, OK, and Catherine (Wayne) Selle of East Dubuque, IL; 21 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; four brothers, Harry (Verna) Rennison of Green Cove Springs, FL, Jerry (Ann) Rennison of Dubuque, Rick (Kathy) Rennison of Dubuque, Eldon (Mary) Rennison of St. Donatus, IA; one sister, Dorothy (Mike) Leppert of East Dubuque, IL; sister-in-law, Sandy Johll of Dubuque, Claudine Rennison of Webster, FL, and brother-in-laws, Bill Johll of Dubuque, and Orville (Jody) Brothers of Kieler, WI.

Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, two grandsons, Josiah Withington and Travis Johll, and two brothers, Roger Rennison and Edward Rennison.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

The family thanks Stonehill Care Center staff for their care of Mom.

Ron C. Beversdorf

Ronald C. Beversdorf, 78, of Dubuque, passed away Thursday, January 16, 2020 at Unity Point Health Finley Hospital. According to his wishes there will be no public services. Burial will be at Dubuque Memorial Gardens. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Ronald was born on July 21, 1941, in Dubuque the son of Charles and Elsie (Haar) Beversdorf. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1959 and enlisted in the United States Air Force later that year, serving until July of 1963. He married Sandra Burroughs on July 10, 1982. He worked in construction for many years as a heavy equipment operator. He also owned Beversdorf Wrecking Co. He was a member of the Operating Engineers Union Local #234 and the American Legion Post #6.

He is survived by his wife Sandra; four children Michael (Kathy) Beversdorf, Dennis Beversdorf both of Woodstock, GA, Rachel (Roger) Weber of Peosta, and Rebecca (Tom) Thill; nine grandchildren and a great grandchild. He also has seven stepchildren, Toni (Tom) Wandling, Terry (Deb) Webb, Tamara Tomkins, Anna Beeh, Roger Brooks, Timothy (Amber) Brooks, and Bobby (Wendy) Brooks along with 40 step grandchildren and great grandchildren, and a sister Linda Schmidt.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three infant grandchildren a sister Rita Mae Beversdorf, daughter-in-law Tina Beversdorf, and brother-in-law Robert Schmidt.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Finley Hospital and Hospice of Dubuque for the wonderful care they gave to Ron.

Daniel Heiderscheit

Daniel Heiderscheit, 51, of Ankeny and formerly of Luxemburg, died at home with family and friends surrounding him on January 15th, 2020, in Ankeny from complications due to renal cell cancer, fighting the disease right to the end.

A memorial service will be held at 3 pm Sunday, January 19, 2020, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville where a gathering and celebration will continue until 7 p.m.

A celebration of life will also be held at Firetrucker Brewery at a later date.  All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dan’s life.  If you are interested please check the Firetrucker Brewery Facebook Page.

Dan was born on May 4th, 1968, in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Robert and Ann (Meyer) Heiderscheit.  He graduated from Iowa State University in 1991, with a degree in Aerospace Engineering.  After graduation, he started a career in the field of information technology.  His career allowed him to become a world traveler, exploring the globe and experiencing as many cultures as he could take in.  His mission in life was to make people happy.  He combined this with his passion for brewing, and founded Firetrucker Brewery in 2015.

Dan is survived by his parents, Robert and Ann Heiderscheit of Dyersville; children, Andrew Heiderscheit of San Francisco, CA and Thomas Heiderscheit of Houston, TX; domestic partner, Monica Wescott of Ankeny; siblings: Karen (Duane) Nieman of Earlville, Lois (friend Al Timmerman) Heiderscheit of Strawberry Point, Diane (Brian) Brown of Peosta, Donna (Ranger) Fenton of Dyersville, Mike Heiderscheit of Worthington, and Pat (Jill) Heiderscheit of Dyersville; a sister-in-law, Karen Heiderscheit of Center Point, and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Martha Heiderscheit and Joseph and Florence Meyer, a brother, Ron Heiderscheit, a sister-in-law, Brenda Heiderscheit, and a nephew Owen Heiderscheit.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to UnityPoint Health Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines, In-Patient Cancer Unit, Powell 3.  Special thanks to Andy and Pam Wescott and many other biking and brewery friends for all their help in the last few months of Dan’s life.

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

Jeremiah W. Shanahan

Jeremiah William “Jerry” Shanahan, 80, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on January 15, 2020 at Stonehill Care Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020 at St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church with Rev. Paul Atah-Nsiah officiating. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery with military honors accorded by American Legion Post #6. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, January 17th, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 4:00 p.m.

Jerry was born on April 4, 1939 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Cornelius and Estelle (Melloy) Shanahan. He served in the US Army from 1958 to 1964. On August 29, 1964 he married Marilyn Comer in Dubuque.

Jerry worked for the former Dubuque Packing Company for 42 years and then worked various jobs until retirement in 2004.

He was an Izaak Walton League Member and enjoyed hunting and trapshooting.

Jerry was a family man and a good friend to many.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Marilyn; children, Tammy (Greg) Johnson, and Sandy Shanahan; grandchildren Caley (Luke) Pursley and Alexa Johnson. Siblings, Jim (Connie) Shanahan, Marie Shanahan, Richard (Shelley) Shanahan, Phil Shanahan, Bill (Maureen) Shanahan, Barb (Randy) McPhail, Deb Gashchler, and Joanne Shanahan; brother-in-law Jerry Donahue; sisters-in-law Jean (Bill) White, Lois Aurand and Betty Quade; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his sister Suzanne Donahue; brothers, Steve, Thomas, and Neil; father and mother-in-law Edward and Lylia Comer and brothers-in-law Darrel Comer and Kene Quade.

The family wishes to thank the staff of Stonehill Care Center, Jack and Marilyn Hafeman, John Hoerner and Jim Hoerner for all their care, kindness and compassion they gave.