Obituaries Archive

Dorothy Henry

Dorothy “Dottie” Henry, 92, of Dubuque died Saturday, December 28, 2019 at Sunnycrest Manor with family by her side.  A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 10, 2020 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home and Crematory where visitation will be held Thursday, January 9 from 3 to 7 pm and Friday, January 10 from 9 to 10:15 a.m.

Dottie was born October 25, 1927 in Dubuque, daughter of Emmett and Lucille (May) McGovern.  After graduating from Dubuque Senior High School, she worked at “The Telephone Company” in Dubuque.

She married Wilfred Joseph Wieser and had nine children together.  She was a mother and homemaker for many years.

She later worked at John Deere for seven years.

In March of 1975, she married Lyle Francis Henry.  He preceded her in death on January 28, 2012.

Dottie enjoyed reading, horseback riding, bowling, bingo, and talking (arguing) politics with whoever would dare!  She was also an avid card player.  She was a longtime member of the Tri-State Saddle Club and the Dubuque Women’s Bowling Association.

She is survived by five daughters, Sue (Lonnie) Cox of Canadian, TX, Deb (Rick) Henry of Carroll, IA, Linda (Joe) Gammon of Sante Fe, NM, Jan (Dennis) Dodson of Poolville, TX, and Sally Culbertson of North Carolina; three sons, Jeff (Joan) Wieser of White Bear Lake, MN, Jay (Carla) Wieser of Dubuque and Scott Wieser of Iowa City, IA; stepchildren, Linda Droessler of New York, Rod (Nancy) Henry of Dubuque, Sue (Charlie) Ruff of Dubuque, Joe (Tammy) Henry of Dubuque, Mark Henry of Dubuque, and Patty (Barry) Walen of Dubuque.

She is also survived by her sister, Cheryl (Bob) McGovern of Verona, WI; brother, Pat (Joan) McGovern of Berlin, MD and many grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren; many other relatives and a special friend, Clarence “CJ” Adams of Dubquue.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; her former husband, Wilfed Wieser; son, Gerald Wieser; stepson, Scott Henry; grandson, Jed R. Henry; and brothers, Robert, Louis “Bill” and Shirley, and Fr. Gerald McGovern.

The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Sunnycrest Manor for the excellent care she received by the staff; also to the Hospice of Dubuque for the comforting help given Dottie while finishing her journey on this earth.

Sister Deanna Marie Carr, BVM

Sister Deanna Marie Carr, BVM, (Bernita), 79, 1050 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2020, at Marian Hall.

Visitation will be from 9-10:15 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2020, in the Marian Hall Chapel. Sharing of Memories will be at 10:15 a.m., followed immediately by the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial is in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Deanna served the BVM congregation as director of associates, secretary to the president, assistant archivist and archivist.  She was the director of the National Sisters Vocation Conference.  She ministered as pastoral administrator in Stockett and Centerville, Mont.; lay ecclesial pastoral coordinator in Port Orchard, Wash.; ministry outreach coordinator for the Diocese of Great Falls-Billings, Mont.; and pastoral life director for the Archdiocese of Seattle.  She also was a secondary teacher in Saint Paul, Minn.

She was born on May 20, 1940, in Portland, Ore., to William and Lillian Messner Carr She entered the BVM congregation on Aug. 2, 1959, from Christ the King Parish in Seattle. She professed first vows on Feb. 2, 1962, and final vows on July 16, 1967.
She was preceded in death by her parents.  She is survived by sisters Bernadette (John) Hart, Seattle; Colleen (Mike) Wartelle, Everett, Wash.; and Judith (John) Downing, Seattle; niece(s); nephew(s); cousins, including Sister Kathleen Carr, BVM; and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 60 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM Support Fund, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at https://www.bvmsisters.org/support_donate.cfm.
Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Elaine M. Clancy

Elaine Mary (Hanifan) Clancy, 93, formerly of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on December 19, 2019, in Wyoming.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 10, 2020 at St. Columbkille’s Catholic Church with Rev. Paul Attah-Nsiah officiating. Burial will be Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West, Iowa.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 6:45 p.m.

Elaine was born on May 9th, 1926 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Cyril and Madeline (Rhomberg) Hanifan.  She married Joseph J. Clancy on July 20, 1945, at the Treasure Island Naval Base in San Francisco.  In her younger days she worked as a telephone operator before marrying.  After marriage, Elaine traveled through five states following the career path of Joseph, and she made hundreds of friends along the way.  Elaine was always an active member of the catholic church in the many towns in which they lived.

In addition to raising six children, Elaine loved to sew, play cards, crafts and home decorating.  She was the neighbor who always brought a cake to the new neighbors moving in, or was the clown at the church carnival, or invited total strangers to stay at our home during a winter blizzard.

Surviving are her children: Jolaine “Jody” (Thomas) Goldman, of Palmetto, FL., Pamela Espinoza, PhD of Thermopolis WY., Michael (Cindy) Clancy, of Thermopolis WY., Patrick (Donna) Clancy, of Athol, ID., Joseph Timothy Clancy, of Thermopolis, WY and Sean (Karen) Clancy, of Crown Point IN.  Elaine also has 10 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren; and sister-in-law Ruth (James) Clancy, along with many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband and best friend Joseph on October 10, 2008; her mother and father; three sisters Catherine Hanifan, Jean Hanifan and Shirley Jones; sisters-in-law Irene, Agnes and Bunny Clancy; brothers-in-law Charles Clancy, Harry Welsh, James Clancy.

Bonnie M. Osterhoff

Bonnie Maureen Osterhoff, 67 of Dubuque, passed away on Wednesday, January 1^st, 2020 at MercyOne Medical Center following a sudden illness.

A visitation will be held at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 5th with a memorial service directly following at 4:00 p.m.

Bonnie was born on November 28th, 1952 in Dubuque, Iowa; the daughter of Theodore and Mildred (Naubauer) Jellison.  She married the love of her life, Tom A. Osterhoff, on December 16th, 1983 and together they shared 36 wonderful years.  They enjoyed going camping together and their annual trips to Las Vegas; treasuring the time with family and friends.  Bonnie liked playing horseshoes, bowling and gambling at local casinos.  She was a member of 32nd St. Women’s Horseshoe League and many bowling leagues.  She loved spoiling her fur babies; most recently her cat, Zoey.

She worked at Zayre’s, Econo Foods and later with Aramark at Loras College, retiring 5 years ago.

Bonnie is survived by her dear husband Tom; her brothers Ted Jellison and Jay (Mary Kay) Jellison; her sisters Joan (David Erickson) Owens, Jody Droullard, Carol (Baird) Sessions; sisters-in-law Karilyn (Jim) Steffen and Marilyn (Gary) Hillard; many nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents and sister, Jill Jellison.

In lieu of flowers, a Bonnie Osterhoff memorial fund has been established.

Tom and Bonnie’s family would like to thank the City of Dubuque Police and Fire Department along with MercyOne Emergency Department for all their efforts.

Florabelle A. Kluesner

Florabelle A. “Babe” Kluesner, 95, of Farley, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by her family Thursday, January 2, 2020 at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Babe will be held from 2 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Reiff Funeral Home in Farley, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 1:30 p.m. and the Farley American Legion Post #650 will meet in a body at 7 p.m. Visitation will also be held after 9 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian burial for Babe will be held on 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 6, 2020 at St. Clements Catholic Church in Bankston, Iowa with Rev. Michael Schueller presiding and Rev. Steve Rosonke concelebrating and assisting Deacon Dan O’Connell. Burial will be held in St. Clements Cemetery in Bankston, Iowa.

She was born June 10, 1924 in Bankston, Iowa, daughter of Frank and Amelia (Ovel) Osterhaus. She grew up on a farm near Bankston and attended grade school and high school St. Clements Catholic grade school and high schools in Bankston, IA. During her high school years, Babe was the cheerleading captain for the St. Clement’s Champion Girls’ Basketball team.

On June 11, 1945, she was united in marriage to Merlin Kluesner at St. Clements Catholic Church in Bankston, Iowa. He preceded her in death in October 28, 1987. Together they farmed near Bankston. They retired to Dyersville in 1980. Babe moved to Farley in 1996, where she enjoyed many great years.

Babe will be remembered by many as she touched many lives in a positive way in her 95 years. She will be especially remembered for her “Blue eyes” and sparkles that she enjoyed wearing whether it was jewelry, scarves or clothing. She always glowed. Babe was a fashion diva even at age 95!

Babe was a member of the St. Joseph’s Parish in Farley, Iowa and a former member of the St. Joseph’s Altar and Rosary Society and the Catholic Daughters of Americas Presentation Court # 1460.

Those left to cherish her memories include her nine children, Diana (Terry) Hosch, Tom (Mary) Kluesner both of Dubuque, IA, Casey Kluesner of Epworth, IA, Neal (Connie) Kluesner, Joe (Janet) Kluesner all of Bankston, Bev (Dick) Anstoetter of Farley, IA, Sheila (Kevin) Tegeler of Dyersville, Kelly (Krisanne) Kluesner of Dubuque, IA, and Terry (Lynn) Kluesner of Dyersville, IA.

Babe’s pride and joy were her 26 grandchildren (who were all her favorites), Paula Huff, Pat Hosch, Ben, Matt & Nate Kluesner, Erin Meyer, Kara Urbain, Kortney Glickert, Jesse, Josh and Jordan Kluesner, Kristin McCarthy, Amy Flynn, Kevin, Michael, Ryan and Luke Kluesner, Nick Knepper, Katie Moltzan, Robbie and Tony Anstoetter, Sarah Tegeler, Ryan and Alex Funke and Nicole and Lauren Kluesner; 27 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandson. She was also looking forward to welcoming 4 new great grandchildren this year and a second great great grandchild. Babe will always be remembered by her grandkids as “Granny Babe” and/or “Grandma Sparkles.”

She is also preceded in death by her parents; her step mother, Frances (Hermsen) Osterhaus; her son, Robert Kluesner in January 27, 1963; son-in-law, John Knepper in 1990; four sisters, Clarinda (George) Klostermann, Sylvia (Ed) Breitbach, Evelyn (Joe) Friedman and Verna (LeRoy) Klosterman; two brothers, Wilfred Osterhaus (in infancy) and Cletus (Emerald) Osterhaus; her father and mother-in-law, Peter and Katherine Kluesner; brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry (Donna) Kluesner, Sylvester (Marie) Kluesner, Bernard (Dorothy) Kluesner and Mary Catherine Kluesner.

The family wishes to extend a special thanks to all the wonderful staff at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque (especially her favorite CNA Stacy Demmer of “Farley”), Dr. Viner, Dr. Kumor, the other Doctors and Nurses at Grand River Medical Group and the staff of Hospice of Dubuque for all their love and compassionate care and kindness.

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

Donald E. Dalsing

Donald E. (Sam) Dalsing, 84, of rural Hazel Green, WI, peacefully passed away on Thursday January 2, 2020 at Bell Tower Retirement Community in East Dubuque, Ill.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30am on Monday, January 6, 2020 at Immaculate Conception Church in Kieler, WI, with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating.  Burial will be in Immaculate Conception Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 1:00 to 5:00pm on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at Immaculate Conception Parish Center in Kieler, where the scripture wake service will be at 12:45pm Sunday.  There will also be a visitation from 9:15 to 10:15am on Monday at the Parish Center.

The Miller Funeral Home, East Dubuque, IL, is in charge of arrangements.

Don was born on February 6, 1935, near Kieler, WI, the son of George and Sophie (Franzen) Dalsing.  He was united in marriage to Jane T. Hoppman on August 18, 1956 at St. Joseph Church in Sinsinawa, WI. She preceded him in death on May 18, 2015.

Don graduated from Loras Academy in 1953 and worked at Sears and Roebuck Company for 30 years prior to his retirement.

Don was a proud and caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.  He was an avid gardener, an avid euchre player and sports fan and enjoyed coaching and officiating basketball for many years.  He was a proud supporter of his children and grandchildren in all their endeavors. The family will always remember the annual fishing trips to Danbury, WI., with Donnie and Jane.

Don served on the Southwestern School Board and was an active member of Immaculate Conception Parish in Kieler, WI.

Surviving are his five (5) children:  Vicki (Dale) Uthe and their children, Becky, Emily, Kara and Callie; Dennis (Shari) Dalsing and their children, Amber, Elizabeth and Andrew;  Lynn (Tom) Hendricks and their children, Steven and Amanda; Kristi (Tom) Runde and their children, Rachael, Jacob and Jillian; and Scott (Deirdre) Dalsing and their children, Tighe, Dr. Taylor Dalsing, and Tierney; three (3) sisters-in-law, Betty Hoppman, Mrytle Busch and Ellen (Larry) Freiburger; and twenty (20) great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Sophie Dalsing and a sister, Elaine Brandt.

Don’s family wishes to “thank” the nurses and staff of Bell Tower Retirement Community and the staff at Hospice of Dubuque for the outstanding care given to their father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

In lieu of flowers a Donald E. Dalsing memorial fund has been established.

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

Eleanor Schmid Wunderlich

Eleanor Schmid Wunderlich, 99, of Dubuque, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019, at Mercy One.

Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 1700 Lincoln Ave. Mass will be private for family. Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Rd., Dubuque, is entrusted with arrangements.

Eleanor was born September 8, 1920, the daughter of Otto and Myrtle (Korman) Schmid. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. Eleanor drove school bus and Key Line, and later was employed as a clerk at the Oky-Doky.

She was a longtime member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church and the VFW Auxiliary. Eleanor was an avid reader and bowler.

Eleanor is survived by her children, Imelda Rife, Lee (William) Latham, and Rain  Wunderlich, all of Dubuque; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Janaan (Dr. Benoit) Page; two brothers, Walter and Richard Schmid; her infant sister, Margaret Schmid; and her parents.

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

Richard C. Moore

Richard C. Moore, 82, of Cascade, IA, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.

Visitation for Richard will be held from 2 to 8 p.m., Sunday, January 5, 2020 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 2 p.m. Visitation will also be held on Monday, January 6, 2020 after 9 a.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian burial for Richard will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, January 6, 2020 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, IA, with Rev. Douglas Loecke presiding. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade with flag presentation done by the Cascade American Legion Post #528.

Richard was born on October 22, 1937 in Dubuque, Iowa, son of John and Viola (Fettkether) Moore. He received his education from St. Patrick’s Catholic School in Garryowen, IA. On June 11, 1960, he was united in marriage to Patricia O’Shea at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa.

Richard was a master carpenter for many years. He had a great devotion for his family and often shared his love for cooking. He was also an avid Pilot and will long be remembered for his theatrical flying feats.

He is a member of St. Martin’s Parish in Cascade, Iowa. Richard was a Veteran having served in the United States Navy. He was also a member of the Quiet Birdmen’s Club.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia Moore of Cascade, IA; six children, Tina (Jim) Becker of Watkins, IA, Sheila Moore of Dubuque, IA, Marcia (the Late Tom) Motsch of East Dubuque, IL, Molly Moore of Cedar Rapids, IA, Rick (Brenda) Moore of Dubuque, IA, Sue (Rickey) Francois of Cedar Rapids, IA; 14 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; three brothers, Fred (Mazie) Moore of LaMotte, IA, Lyle (Ruth) Moore of Peosta, IA and Terry (Arlene) Moore of Bernard, IA; and several nieces and nephews. He was also survived by his beloved beagle, Bo.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Michael Moore on December 13, 1971, son-in-law, Tom Motsch on November 4, 2019; and a brother, Jack Moore.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to all their friends, neighbors and people of Cascade who supported them through Richard’s illness.

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

Jean M. Ley

Jean Marie Ley, 85, of Dubuque, died Wednesday, January 1, 2020, at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital with her family at her bedside.

Visitation will be from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, January 6, 2020, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road. To honor Jean’s life, a memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM directly following the visitation at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service with Deacon Mike Ellis officiating. A private burial will be held at a later date.

Jean was born February 2, 1934, in Dubuque, the daughter of George and Margaret (Greenwood) Dunwoody. On August 26, 1961, she married Donald L. “Stretch” Ley at Resurrection Catholic Church. Together they shared many years of marriage before Stretch preceded her death on August 5, 2012.

In her younger years, she enjoyed mowing her lawn, and going gambling on the boat. Jean loved to cook, some would even say she was an excellent cook. Later in life she enjoyed playing cribbage and cards, as well as watching the Chicago Cubs. She was also very passionate about politics and adored her pets.

Those left to honor her memory include her children; Edward (Kelli) Allen, Kenneth (Amy) Ley, Jeffrey Ley, and Donald (Carol Boleyn) Ley Jr., all of Dubuque; her grandchildren, Cris Allen, Travis Allen, Crystal Allen, Jessica (Cory) Schaeckenbach, Noah Ley, and Jackson Ley; her great grandchildren, Nehemiah Benevides, Isaiah Benevides, and another due in June; a brother, Jimmy Dunwoody; a sister Mary Ann Dunwoody; brother-in-law John Ley; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, David Allen; infant daughter, Linda; and her husband’s parents, Clarence J. and Mary “Mae” (Kotopis) Ley; sister, Joanne (Tony) Beaver, sister in law, Bonnie Dunwoody and a brother in law Kenny Ley.

In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established.

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

Jerry C. Donohoo

Jerry C. Donohoo, 71, of Madison, Wisconsin, formerly of Cuba City, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, January 1, 2020, of complications due to melanoma at Epione Pavilion in Cuba City.

Services will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at St. Rose of Lima Church in Cuba City with Rev. David Flanagan officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 9-10:45 a.m. Tuesday at the church before the service. Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City is assisting the family.

Jerry was born on February 24, 1948, in Cuba City, Wisconsin, the son of Donald C. and Jean (Talbert) Donohoo. Jerry attended Cuba City High School and graduated in 1966. Later he graduated from UW-Platteville with a business degree. Jerry worked in the family business at Donohoo Furniture for 25 years. He later moved to Madison to continue working in furniture sales and later at PDQ and Kwik Trip until his recent retirement. His coworkers and the people he met there made his job very enjoyable.

Jerry enjoyed sports immensely. He participated in basketball and baseball in high school. He also was an avid Packer and Badger fan. Jerry loved to spend time with his family. His family was very important to him.

Jerry is survived by one brother, Ray (Sandy) Donohoo, Glendale, WI; two sisters, Darlene (Dan) Wallace, Mineral Point, WI, and Sharon Donohoo, Shullsburg, WI; and a special friend of the family, Mary Foley. Jerry is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Jean; a nephew, Matthew Donohoo; and a niece, Stephanie Wallace.

A special thank you to the staff of Epione Pavilion and Agrace Hospice for the kindness and compassion they showed Jerry.

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

Annabelle L. Conner

Annabelle “Annie” Louise Conner, 81, passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2020, at her home in Greeley.

Funeral Service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 4, 2020, at the Edgewood Event Center in Edgewood, with Pastor Pete Buschman officiating. Visitation is 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 3, 2020, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Edgewood. Friends may also call one hour before the service on Saturday at the Event Center. Interment will be at Grant View Cemetery in Greeley, Iowa

She was born on June 28, 1938, in Greeley, the daughter of Charles and Margaret (Monnahan) Menge. She attended Greeley Consolidated School.

On March 26, 1960, Annie was united in marriage to Larry Conner. Four children were born to this union. On December 13, 1994, Larry passed away. Through the years, Annie worked at Square D in Cedar Rapids, Hawkeye Castings in Manchester, and Ertl in Dyersville. In 1973, she began her most important job as her daughter Theresa’s lifelong caregiver.

In her free time, Annie enjoyed playing cards, listening to country music, especially Willie Nelson, keeping in touch with others on Facebook, and bragging about her grandchildren, who were the lights of her life.

Survivors include her three children, Burdette (Bev) Conner of Edgewood, Brenda (Robert) Phelan of Greeley, and Bobbi (Curt) Troester of Marion; ten grandchildren, Billie (Josh) Thein, Becky Bahls, Amy (Allen) Polfer, Eric (Melissa) Conner, Cassi (Thayne) Spilman, Tanner Phelan, Megan (Brian) Copeland, Marisa (Clay Coe) Troester, Avery (Liz) Troester, and Travis (Heather) Phelan; 17 great-grandchildren, Mikayla, Kaitlyn, Brady, and Kinsley Thein, Conner Bahls, Cora and Silas Polfer, Addison Conner, Tycen and Olivia Spilman, Easton and Emmitt Copeland, Dawson, Cameron, and the late Payton Coe; Sophia, Hadyn, and Kynick Phelan, and two more on the way; three sisters-in-law, Boone Menge of Garber, Virgie Menge of Manchester, and Marty Conner of Topeka, Kansas, and many nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.

Annie was preceded in death by her husband, Larry; her parents, Charles and Margaret; a daughter, Theresa Conner; a great-grandson, Payton Coe; and her siblings, Raymond, Norma, Burdette, Marvin, George, Mary Jane, Louis, and twin siblings in infancy.

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

Carol A. McCarthy

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Carol A. (Massey) McCarthy on December 31, 2019 at her home in Asbury, IA surrounded by her loving family.

A prayer service will be held 2:30 PM Wednesday, January 1, 2020 with visitation to follow from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Mrs. McCarthy will be 10:30 AM Thursday, January 2, 2020, at Church of the Resurrection with Rev. Father Tom Heathershaw as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque at a later date.

Carol was born on September 17, 1942 in Madison, WI to the late F. Dillon and Ann Marie Massey. She moved to Dubuque as a child. On May 30, 1960, she married the love of her life, D. Joseph McCarthy. They enjoyed 50 years of love and laughter together before Joe’s death in 2010.

Carol was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church while she and Joe raised their family. She later joined the parish family at Resurrection Catholic Church. She was a woman of strong and unwavering faith. Carol leaves behind a loving family, including daughters Kimberly (Tom) Bower of Carmel, IN, Kelly (Kyle) Neumann and Kris (Jim) Neyen of Dubuque, IA, and son James (Marty Degroot) McCarthy of Racine, WI.

Carol’s pride and joy were her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was the most amazing Mimi to Tyler (Lauren) Neumann and their sons Raylan and Crosby, Kassie Jo (Matt) Walz and their daughter Lynnlee Jo, Morgan (Jordan) Siebel and Baby Boy Siebel (due in April) and Jackson and Sam Bower. She will be dearly missed in their lives.

She will also be missed by brothers Paul Massey and Gary (Kerry) Massey, sisters Sally (John) Mescher, Karen (Paul) Olmstead and Sharon (Randy) Owens, sisters-in-law Darlene McElwee and Vickie McCarthy, brothers-in-law Carl (Carol) McCarthy, Roger (Joyce) McCarthy and Dennis (Judy) McCarthy, and an abundance of devoted nieces and nephews.

Carol loved her family, she loved to shop and she loved living near her many special friends at The Village Cooperative in Asbury.

In addition to her beloved husband, Carol is preceded in death by her parents, Dillon and Ann Marie Massey, her father- and mother-in-law, William and Alice McCarthy, aunt and uncle Imelda and Harry Martin, brothers-in-law David McCarthy, Dwight McCarthy, Raymond McCarthy, Don McElwee and Bill Leighty, sister-in-law Katie Massey, best friend Sandy Ranson and several nieces and nephews.

Her children would like to recognize the special relationship their mother had with her sister, Karen Olmstead. Karen has been by Carol’s side throughout her life and most recently as a constant comfort during her last days. The family would also like to extend a special thanks to Sandy Cumpian, for her long-distance guidance and loving support, the parish of Resurrection Catholic Church for their spiritual support, the nursing staff at Mercy One for their many years of compassionate care, as well as the home care providers at Hospice of Dubuque for allowing her to spend her remaining days at home surrounded by love.

In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions may be made to Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Duane R. Hansen

Duane R. Hansen, 83, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.

A celebration of Duane’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, January 4, 2020, at First United Methodist Church in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, January 3, 2020, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Elwood, Iowa Cemetery.

Duane Ralph Hansen was born on April 26, 1936 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Ralph and Helen (Ehlers) Hansen. He was a 1954 graduate of Elwood High School and then served his country in the U.S. Army as a helicopter mechanic earning an honorable discharge. He married Judith Kay “Judy” Haylock on June 28, 1959 in Elwood, Iowa. She preceded him in death on October 3, 2010.

Duane had first worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa for several years. He then became a residential mail carrier in Maquoketa for a few years but had to stop due to a foot problem which led him to becoming an insurance agent for Prudential Insurance Company for over ten years. He then worked as a salesman for Moorman’s Feed. Lastly, he worked for Rasmussen Motor Company in Maquoketa as a car salesman and then Brad Deery Motors, retiring after 37 years in 2011.

Duane was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Jackson County Historical Society, Maquoketa Masonic Helion Lodge #36 AF & AM, and the Jackson County Fair Board for over 47 years.

He enjoyed model trains, “Cowboy Shoots”, and was an avid fan of the Dallas Cowboys, Iowa Hawkeyes and Boston Red Sox.

Those left to honor Duane’s memory include his children, Lisa (Martin) Cunningham of Montgomery City, MO, Mark (Sandy) Hansen of Maquoketa, IA, Dawn Moreno of Killeen, TX and Brad Hansen of Maquoketa, IA; 8 grandchildren, Christopher, Caitlynn and Chelsea Cunningham, Tara (David) Frett, Rae Coates, Cody (Amanda) Moreno, Chrystal Leasure and Justin Moreno; 12 great-grandchildren, Gracie, Garet and Gray Frett, Allyson and Caleb Coates, Austin, Easton, Karyson, and Kai Moreno, Leah Leasure and Kagan and Kennley; sister, Lavonne Turner of Kansas City, MO; and brothers, Harold Hansen of Lost Nation, IA, and Gary (Kate) Hansen of Grand Mound, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Judith Kay Hansen, sister-in-law Judith Ann Hansen and a son-in-law John Moreno.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Duane R. Hansen memorial fund has been established.

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

Loras J. Ambrosy

Loras J. Ambrosy, 68 of Dubuque formerly of Bernard passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at Luther Manor in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 2nd, 2020 at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. A funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory with Rev. David Ambrosy officiating. Burial will be Friday, January 3rd at Sacred Heart Church, Fillmore.

Loras was born on April 27, 1951, in Cascade, the son of Wendel and Callista (Pfab) Ambrosy. He was a graduate of Western Dubuque High School. Loras was united in marriage to Diane Theisen on July 2, 1977, together they had three children and later divorced.

Loras worked at Flexsteel Industries for 41 years, until his retirement in 2017. He was a member of St.Anthony’s Parish, the Knights of Columbus, and the Steelworkers Union. He enjoyed time with family and friends. A few of his passions were farming and playing cards.

Survivors include his children Renee (Jordan Weir) Ambrosy of Carmel, IN, Sarah Ambrosy, and Jeremy (Jennifer) Ambrosy all of Cascade; grandchildren Veronica Weir, Addison and Henry Ambrosy. The mother of his children Diane Ronek. Siblings Leonard (Deb) Ambrosy of Bernard, Martin (Carol) Ambrosy of Dubuque, Darlene (Pat) Koob of Palestine, TX and Karen (Gale) Kleppe of Anamosa. Along with nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Wendel and Callista Ambrosy and Godparents Lester and Bernadine Ambrosy.

The family would like to thank the staff at Luther Manor for their wonderful care and companionship over the past year.

Bernice M. Behnke

Bernice Mary Behnke, 91, of Asbury, died Sunday, December 29, 2019, at the Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM Thursday, January 2, 2020, at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2215 Windsor Avenue. The Mass of Christian Burial for Bernice will be 10:30 AM Thursday, January 2, 2020, at Holy Spirit Parish – Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Entombment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Bernice was born November 22, 1928, in Dubuque, the daughter of Andrew M. and Rose C. Birkel Behnke.

She was employed for 15 years as a dietary Aide at Stonehill Care Center retiring November 1993. She previously spent 25 years at Religious Life as a Sister with the Sisters of St. Francis.

Survivors include three sisters, Eleanor (Tom) Stocke, and Marian (Duane) Besler both of Milwaukee, Ileen Feipel of Dubuque, and Anna Mae (Don) Rokusek of Peosta, and several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Lucille (Bob) Stecher, one brother in law, Tom Feipel.

Special thank you to Hawkeye Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque especially, Alissa and Julie.

A memorial has been established for Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral and Cremation Service are in care of the arrangements.