Obituaries Archive

Carole A. Huseman

Carole A. Huseman, 80, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on February 18th, 2019 at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in Linwood Cemetery.

Carole was born on January 31, 1939 and grew up in Monona, Iowa with her grandparents Sarah and Dell Rose. She married Randall Huseman on July 22, 1961 in Dubuque and he preceded her in death on November 5, 2012.
She worked for Dubuque John Deere, K-Mart and Welu Printing. She was an avid bingo player and enjoyed doing crafts.

Carole is survived by her three grandchildren, Molly (Dan) Hesselman, Matt (Courtney) Mihalakis, and Nicholas Nauman. Six great-grandchildren, Bailey and Nolan Hesselman, Miranda, Maximus, Mackenzie and Maverick Mihalakis. Brothers and sister-in-laws Mike and Ruth Huseman, Carol and Dave Davis, Marty and Debbie Huseman and Fred and Sue Huseman.

She was preceded in death by her husband and a daughter Julie on August 3, 2006 along with many siblings.

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital; along with Pat and Roger Gross, Mike and Ruth Huseman and Fred and Sue Huseman for all the great care they gave to Carole.

“My grandmother showed me the definition of unconditional love and what it meant to be truly selfless. Anyone who knew her will tell you she had a heart of gold and the perfect sense of humor. She was the perfect person all around. We love you and will miss you dearly grandma.” Love Matt

Douglas A. Kapp

Douglas A. Kapp 66, of Dubuque, died Sunday, February 17, 2019. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 22, 2019 at St. Peter Lutheran Church with Rev. Karla Wildberger officiating. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Rd. and from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Friday at St. Peter Lutheran Church.

Doug was born on December 29, 1952 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Milton L. and LouAnn (Hovden) Kapp Jr. and has lived in Dubuque since 1968. He graduated from Hempstead High School in 1972 and a year later, on November 23rd, married the love of his life, Jean Sprengelmeyer at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Doug was employed at John Deere Dubuque Works for 31 years, retiring in 2003 and then went to worked at Bird Chevrolet. He was a very active member of St. Peter Lutheran Church and volunteer work with the “Mended Heart” program at Mercy Hospital, the Iowa Literacy Council and Finley Hospital. Doug enjoyed watching movies and all kinds of cars. He especially loved detailing them out and going on long driving trips.

He is survived by his wife, Jean of Dubuque, IA; his children Jeremy (Alicia) Kapp of Dubuque, IA and Melissa (Brent) Culbertson of East Dubuque, IL; his mother Lou Ann Meyer of Dubuque, IA; his brothers Kevin (Betty Lee) Kapp Dubuque, IA and Neal (Sally) Kapp of Anaheim, CA; 6 grandchildren, Samuel and Aaron Culbertson, Blair, MaryEllen, Kiefer and Kierin Kapp; also surviving are many close in-laws and nieces and nephews.

Doug was preceded in death by his father Milton; his grandparents Milton and Mellicent Kapp Sr. and his mother-in-law and father-in-law Fred and Rosella Sprengelmeyer.

Memorials may be given to the Douglas A. Kapp memorial fund to establish a literacy scholarship fund.

The Kapp family wishes to extend a special thank you to Drs. Hillard Salas, Ronald Sims and Ramanujam Ramabadran, their nurses and staff, Hospice of Dubuque and the nurses and staff at Luther Manor for the wonderful care and support given to Doug.

Joannel M. McDermott

Joannel M. McDermott, 86, of Epworth, Iowa passed away Monday, February 18, 2019 at her home in Epworth, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Joannel may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 21, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Epworth, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Services for Joannel will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, February 22, 2019 at St. John Catholic Church in Placid, Iowa with Rev. Thomas McDermott presiding. Burial will be held in St. John Cemetery in Placid, Iowa.

She was born August 23, 1932 in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Earl and Grace (Callahan) O’Brien. She graduated from St. Columbkille Catholic School in Dubuque, Iowa. She worked at Montgomery Ward until her marriage to Irwin McDermott on July 25, 1953 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fillmore, Iowa.

Joannel and Irwin worked and raised their family on their farm in Placid, Iowa, until moving to Epworth, Iowa in 1997.

Joannel was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society and a long time sacristan at St. John, Placid. She also served in the Befriender Ministry and instructed children in the St. John RCIA program.

Joannel was a dedicated wife, mother and homemaker. She was devoted to her family, her Catholic faith and her Lord.

She is survived by her husband of over 65 years, Irwin McDermott; seven children, Mary Ellen (Merlin) Dietzel of Dubuque, IA, Molly (Tom) Brehm of Epworth, IA, Meg (Mike) Muir of Dubuque, IA, Rev. Tom McDermott of Dubuque, IA, Steve McDermott of Epworth, IA, Karen (Doug) Koopmann of Peosta, IA and Sheila (Frank) Ward of Dubuque, IA; 33 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; brothers, Mike (Joyce) O’Brien, Joe O’Brien and Eugene (Delores) O’Brien all of Cascade, IA; her sisters, Kay (Rex) Gogerty of Hubbard, IA, Lois Schlegel of Fairfield, CT, Deb (Bob) Green of Cascade, IA; and sisters-in-law, Rita McDermott of Epworth, IA, Mary Ann O’Brien of Waunakee, WI, Maurna O’Brien of Cascade, IA, Ann O’Brien of Dubuque, IA and Nikki Manternach of Cascade, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one son , Phil McDermott in 1978, father and mother-in-law, Tommie and Katie McDermott; five brothers, Earl, Ralph, George, Pat and Steve O’Brien; sisters-in-law, Elaine and Monie O’Brien, Marie, Honora and Sr. Madeleve McDermott,O.S.F and brothers-in-law, Rich Schlegel, John, Pat, Francis, Thomas, Leo, and Rev. Philip, McDermott.

A special thanks to the caregivers at Hospice of Dubuque and No Place Like Home.

In lieu of flowers, etc. please direct memorials to Seton Catholic School or St. John Catholic Church in Placid, Iowa

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

Richard L. Young

Richard Lee “Dick” Young, age 75 of Dubuque, completed his earthly journey on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at home, surrounded by his loving family. To celebrate Dick’s life, a private family service is being held. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Dick’s family.

Memorials in Dick’s name may be made to Hospice of Dubuque, 1670 John F. Kennedy Road, Dubuque, Iowa, 52002.

Dick’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque’s East Campus for all of their professional care and support. His family would also like to extend their deepest gratitude to all of Dick’s family, friends and neighbors who have lovingly and generously shared their time visiting, calling, baking and just simply being there when we needed you. May God bless you all for your kindnesses!

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

Mary L. Huseman

Mary L. Huseman, age 74 of Dubuque, completed her earthly journey on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at home, surrounded by her loving family. To celebrate Mary’s life, a private family service is being held. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Mary’s family.

Mary was born on June 14, 1944, in Dubuque, a daughter to Roger and Betty (Bresee) Sear. Sadly, her father was called home when Mary was just a young girl, but thankfully her grandmother, Luella Sear lovingly stepped in to help raise the children. Mary met her soul-mate, Edward “Ed” Huseman when the couple was just in their early teens and the two have not been separated since. They were united in marriage on March 30, 1963 at St. Columbkille’s Church and were blessed with 55 wonderful years together, and 2 children.

Mary always had a natural knack for fashion and she eventually found a way to allow her God given talents to shine through for the benefit of others. She sold Mary Kay for over 20 years and also spent over 16 years working at Younker’s in the accessory department. Mary always took great pride in looking her best and whether she was headed over to Donut Boy, or out for an evening of dancing with Ed, you could be sure that she would always be the best dressed one in the room.

Mary was so much more than just an amazing wife, mother and grandmother, or a beautiful woman drawing attention in a room though; she was also a very spiritual woman who took her relationship with her Lord and Savior very seriously. She always understood that was the one decision in this life which really mattered, and she consistently lived her faith through all of her words, thoughts and actions. We will miss Mary’s gentle soul and generous personality, but we also know and trust that she is now safe in her eternal home resting within the redeeming presence of Jesus and her family, awaiting our eventual arrival. We thank you Mary for all of the love you shared, the positive attitude you role-modeled and the countless lessons you have taught us; your legacy will surely live on in all of the lives you have touched throughout your 74 years among us.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Mary include,

her loving husband,
Ed Huseman, Dubuque, IA;

her children,
Paula Barton, Dubuque, IA,
and Dean (Michelle) Huseman, Bernard, IA;

her grandchildren,
Portia Barton, Stormie Huseman, Skye Huseman, Renn Howell, Kayleen (David) LaShelle, Bobby (Niclole) Ware and Tanner Carey;

her great-grandchildren,
Blake Barton, Audrey LaShelle and Madden Ware;

her sister,
Susie Kieffer, Oregon;

her sister-in-law,
Carla Sear, Garber, Iowa;

along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her grandparents and her brother, Roger Sear.

Mary’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, along with their dear family friend, Tanya Miller, for all of their professional help, sincere compassion and unwavering support over these last couple of months.

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

Madonna C. Faber

Madonna C. “Donna” Faber, 60, of Dubuque, Iowa, formerly of Cascade, Iowa, passed away Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 6:50 a.m. at Sunnycrest Manor in Dubuque, Iowa.
Friends and relatives of Donna may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, February 22, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Friends also called after 9:00 a.m., Saturday at the funeral home in Cascade.
Services for Donna will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 23, 2019 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, with Rev. Douglas Loecke presiding. Burial will be held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.

She was born June 28, 1958 in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of John and Ida (Manternach) Faber. She received her education from Western Dubuque Schools. Donna had a bubbly personality and loved to dance and joke around with others. She also enjoyed coloring and painting.

She was a member of St. Matthias Parish in Cascade, Iowa.

She is survived by four sisters, Eileen (Ed) Ries of Hopkinton, IA, Marie (Ray) Steinlage of Worthington, IA, Joan (Wayne) Demmer of Epworth, IA and Theresa (Gary) Hoffmann of Worthington, IA; two brothers, Loras (Sandy) Faber of Monticello, IA and Bob (Karen) Faber of Delhi, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Robert Faber in infancy; brother-in-law, John Greiner.

In lieu of flowers a Madonna C. Faber memorial fund has been established.

The family of Madonna would like to thank the entire staff of Sunnycrest Manor for all the wonderful care given to her over the years.

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

Betty A. Schueller

Betty Ann Schueller, 78, of Menominee, IL, passed away Thursday evening, February 14, 2019 at home surrounded by her family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 21, 2019 at the Nativity BVM Church, Menominee, IL, with Fr. Dean Smith officiating. Burial will be in Nativity BVM Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 – 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where a parish scripture service will be at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. There will also be a visitation from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. on Thursday at the church.

Betty was born on April 12, 1940 near Guttenberg, IA, the daughter of Harold and Louise (Dryer) Blume. She was united in marriage to John A. Schueller, Sr. on February 11, 1961 at St. John the Baptist Church, Peosta, IA. He preceded her in death on September 2, 2016.

Betty was a homemaker whose main job was raising her family. She was a terrific cook and was known for her delicious apple pies. Betty enjoyed playing euchre, gambling, baking, and was a very strong faith filled woman. She was a member of Nativity BVM Parish.

Surviving are nine children, Mary Lou (Dan) Fitzgibbons, Connie (Bob Wemett) Schueller, both of East Dubuque, John Schueller, Jr., of Dyersville, IA, Mark (Debbie) Schueller, of East Dubuque, Joyce (fiancé Mark Sarazin) Schueller of Hazel Green, WI, Daryl (Lois) Schueller, of East Dubuque, Diane (Chris) Kennedy of North Dakota, Bob (Missy) Schueller, of Cuba City, WI, and Richard (Cindy) Schueller of Platteville, WI.; 14 grandchildren, Alex, Stuart (Becky), Carson, Carter, Kaylee, Nate, Dakota, Hunter, Megan, Ricky Jr. (Bry), Tim, Hanna, Lainey and Aidan; two great grandchildren, Landon and McKenzie; and one sister, Shirley Schueller of Epworth, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Louise Blume, her husband John, and her sister, Kathleen Gordon.

Betty’s family wishes to thank Dr. Jennifer Mohr and staff, Dr. Khan, the nurses and staff at Mercy One Dubuque Medical Center, Hospice of Dubuque, and her special caregivers, Mary Jane, Diann, Jean, Lori, and Barb, for all of their care and attention given to their mother and grandmother.©

Eugene H. Chappell

Eugene “Gene” Harold Chappell, 92, of Dubuque joined his heavenly family Sunday, January 20, 2019, at Mercy Health Center, with loving family in attendance. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 pm Friday, February 22, 2019 at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road where Masonic services will be recited at 7:00 p.m. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1755 Delhi St, Dubuque IA.

Gene was born November 12, 1926 in Dubuque, Iowa, son of George H. and Stella D. (Jecklin) Chappell. After graduating from Dubuque Senior High School in 1944, he joined and served in the US Navy, as a Pharmacists Mate 3 Class. He was also a member of the U.S. Navy Choir. He studied at University of Dubuque for a short time after.

He married Gerda Hanselmann on May 7, 1950 at St. John’s Lutheran Church. The couple met during a combined choir between St. Marks and St. John’s and they were married for 68 years. He was also a member of the original capital campaign committee, for the building of Luther Manor, Hillcrest. Eugene was a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, and volunteered as a money counter, for many years.

He was employed and was a member of the Dubuque Typographical Union #22 for 40 years, working primarily in the composing room of the Dubuque Telegraph Herald.

Gene was a committeeman for the Boy Scouts of America troop 48, where he was bestowed the prestigious honor of membership in the Order of the Arrow.

He was a member of the Great River Amateur Radio Club, WB0QMA, and enjoyed talking to Ham Radio friends locally and around the world.

He loved bike riding with family and friends, and he frequented trails in Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. Besides biking, seldom was a day missed of walking with his usual friends, at the Mall.

Very dear to his heart was his Masonic involvement. He was a thirty second degree Mason and was active in the Shrine, Grotto, Knight Templar, High Twelve, Yorkrite, and Scottish Rite.

Beloved to Gene was his cottage get away in St. Donatus Iowa, where family and friends met for generations together, to fish the Tete De Morte creek, or sit and chat by the fire.

He is survived by his wife, Gerda Chappell of Dubuque; three children, Miriam J. Hoffman of Dubuque, Joan K. (David) Soltwisch of Minooka, IL, and Timothy G. (Darla) Chappell of Dubuque; five grandchildren, Ben and Adam (Jessica) Hoffman; Rochelle (Mark) Quiner, Juliene Soltwisch; and Kurtis (Rachael) Chappell; nine great grandchildren, Madlin, Colin, Nathan, Audrey, Kolton, Cora, Liam, Annette, Juliet; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and three siblings, George, Carlton and Joyce (Chappell) Van Drie.

Memorials can be sent to Swiss Valley Nature Center, Camp Klaus, or the Dubuque Shriners.

Special Thank You to all who helped Gene stay at home, especially Nurse Heidi, his neighbors, and friends Wayne, Russ and Fred.

Shirley A. Spahn

Shirley A. (Hines) Spahn, 84, of Hanover, IL, formerly of East Dubuque, passed away on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dennis Morrissy officiating. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

Visitation is from 3 – 7 p.m. on Monday and from 8:45 – 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque.

Shirley was born on July 19, 1934 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Andrew and Susie (Hamsmith) Hines. She was a graduate of Dubuque Senior High School. Shirley was united in marriage to Joseph F. Spahn on July 11, 1955 at St. Patrick’s Church in Dubuque. He preceded her in death on January 20, 2006.

She formerly worked for Regency Thermographers, McDonald’s in Galena, IL and Stampfer’s Dinette in Dubuque. Shirley enjoyed crocheting, knitting, decorating for the holidays, and spending time with family. Shirley was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church in Hanover.

Surviving are six children, Suzanne Burke of Freeport, Sharon Stratton of Dubuque, Mike (Liz) Spahn of Longmont, CO, Sheila Spahn of Dubuque, Jolene Bastian of Hanover, and Warren Spahn of Dubuque; 14 grandchildren, Angella and Adam Burke, Chad, Todd (Louanne) Stratton, Tyler (Sophea) Winter, Mallory(Kyle) Gross, Devin ( Katie) Spahn, MacKenzie (Sarah) Jolly, Sam Spahn-Hines, Casey Bastian, Christopher (Brittany) Bastian, Brittany (Nicholas) Drake, Ryan (significant other Peggy) Bastian, and Nicholas (fiance Hailey) Bastian; 23 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Susie, her husband Joseph, a grandson Andy, a brother, Hank, and son-in-law, Bob Bastian.

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

Harold D. Engles

Harold D. Engles, 98, of Dubuque, Iowa rode his last train to Heaven on rails of solid gold on February 15, 2019. Private family burial will be held at Dubuque Memorial Gardens. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Harold was born on September 3, 1920 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Ralph and Freda (Hahn) Engles. In 1938 he graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. He married Edna Mae Hill on March 7th, 1944 and she preceded him in death.

For 47 years he worked on the railroad for Great Western – Northwestern Rail and was a member of Knight Templar. After retirement he and Edna moved to Hawaii to enjoy sun and fun for 20 years.

One of Harold’s greatest joys was giving his daughter rides on the engine of the Great Western & Northwestern Rail Roads. On his last day he let her ride and switch box cars as long as she blew the whistle the correct way. They also enjoyed being backstage of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tenn., where he had many conversations with the late Charlie Walker and the late Ernst Tubb.

He is survived by his daughter Sher Ree Engles Kenneally, of Dubuque.

Those left before him now waiting at the rail station are his wife Edna; son-in-law Mike Keneally; brother-in-law Rodney Hill; sister-in-law Kay Hill; nephew Randy Hill and his very special companion “Butchie” his dog.

“May Mr. Roy Acuff’s Great Speckled Bird be guiding you. Keep your hand on the throttle and eyes on the rail.” One great Railroad man!!

Lloyd Evans

Lloyd “Red” Evans, 75, of Baldwin, Iowa, passed away on Thursday morning, February 14, 2019, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of “Red” on Tuesday, February 19, 2019, from 6 to 8 P.M. in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation has taken place and a private family burial will be held at the Pence Cemetery, rural Baldwin, Iowa, at a later date.
Lloyd Evans was born on April 12, 1943 in Clinton, Iowa, to Chester and Mildred Evans. He was raised by the Willey family. He married Carolyn Kay Clark and they were together 25 years. They had four children, Donald, Mike, Pam and Timothy.

“Red” had worked at Oscar Meyer in Davenport on the meat processing cut line for many years. He then did small engine repair with Coast to Coast in Marion, Iowa. Lastly, he retired from WADY Industries in Maquoketa after ten years.

“Red” was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, mushrooming and preparing his own food from the land. He also loved his coon hunting dogs and planting and grinding his own horseradish.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Donald (Denise) Evans of Nashville, IA, Mike (Carol) Evans of Maquoketa, IA, Pam (John) Schmidt of Monmouth, IA, and Timothy (Becky) Evans of Maquoketa, IA; 16 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; a special friend, Linda Arnold of Baldwin, IA; and Linda’s children, Jacob, Brian and Robert Arnold. He was preceded in death by his parents and a grandchild Julia Jean Evans.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Lloyd Evans memorial fund has been established.

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

Raymond W. Weber

Raymond W. Weber, of Bernard, Iowa passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Raymond may call from 2 to 6 p.m., Sunday, February 17, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa where a wake service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m, Monday, February 18, 2019 at the funeral home. A Mass of Christian burial for Raymond will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 18, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Fillmore, Iowa with Rev. Douglas Loecke presiding. Burial will be held in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fillmore, Iowa.

He was born January 22, 1933 in Bernard, Iowa, son of Ben “C.J.” and Anna (Erdmann) Weber. He received his education in the Placid area schools. On November 14, 1956 he was united in marriage to Doris A. Puff at the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Dyersville, Iowa. She preceded him in death on July 10, 2015. The couple farmed in the rural Bernard area.

He was a Army Veteran, having served in the Korean War.

He was a member of the Bernard Telephone Company Board of Directors for over 25 years, a lifetime member of the National Farmers Organization “NFO”; he was instrumental in organizing the NFO in Dubuque County. He was also a member of Sacred Heart Parish in Fillmore, Iowa.

He is survived by special friends, Ted and Deb Mausser and their children who adopted Ray and Doris as their special grandparents, Kristen Miles, Melinda McDermott, Noah Mausser and Hayley Leppert; a brother, Emil (Darlene) Weber of Epworth, IA; two sisters-in-law , Alice Weber of Dyersville, IA and Norma Weber of Bernard, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

He is also preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Leo Weber and Elmer (Mary) Weber and Clarence Weber; and a sister Helen (Albert) Gansemer.

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

Raymond’s family would like to thank the entire staff of Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade for all the wonderful care he has received for the past two and a half years.

M. Virginia Hoefler

M. Virginia Hoefer, 90, a lifelong resident of Farley, Iowa passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at Luther Manor in Dubuque, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Virginia may call from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, February 24, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Farley, Iowa where a wake service will be held at 5 p.m. Friends may also call after 9 a.m, Monday at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian burial for Virginia will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, February 25, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Farley, Iowa with Rev. Michael Schueller presiding. Burial will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Farley, Iowa.

She was born January 22, 1929 in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Joseph E. and Rose Marie (Carden) Scherrman. She is a graduate of the former St. Joseph’s High School in Farley, Iowa. She also attended Bayless Business College in Dubuque, Iowa. On October 5, 1949 she was united in marriage to John Hoefer in Farley, Iowa. He preceded her in death on July 20, 2013. The couple farmed in the rural Farley area.

Mom affectionately called a “City girl” by her father-in-law, was not afraid to get her hands dirty. She helped wherever Dad needed her on the farm whether that was plowing the fields, baling hay, milking cows, or running lunch out to the field to save Dad time. On top of this, she kept the house spotless, the kids in clean clothes and huge evening meals on the table. She was also the main caregiver to the annual flock of 300 or so chickens that would end up in the freezer by summer’s end. In her downtime, she enjoyed cross stitching, reading and spending time at the Cabin on Lake Delhi. Friday mornings were reserved for catching up with her friends at the beauty shop. She was a lifelong basketball and football fan especially her beloved Hawkeyes.

She was a member of St. Joseph’s Parish in Farley, a member of its Altar and Rosary Society and a member of the Dubuque County Farm Bureau.

She is survived by three children, Ron(Virginia) Hoefer of Dubuque, IA, Mary Jo (Todd) McDermott of Dubuque, IA, and Joanie (Dave) Neyens of Anamosa, IA; two daughters-in-law, Nancy (Rick ) Heim of Farley, IA and Christy (Scott) Deutmeyer of Dyersville, IA; 13 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and one brother, Raymond (Pearl) Scherrman of Farley, IA; brothers and sisters-in-law, Kathleen Funke of Worthington, IA, Charles Hoefer of Epworth, IA, Bill (Anna Mae) Hoefer of Marion, IA and Earl Haberman of Dubuque, IA; and many nieces and nephews.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Thomas Hoefer and Edward Hoefer; a daughter Ann Marie Hoefer in infancy and her sister, Ann (Len) Siegert; sisters-in-law Clara (Gene) Kuehn, Genevieve (Ray) Regan Helen Haberman and Clarice “Lavon” Hoefer; two brothers-in-law, Maurice (Norine) Hoefer and Donald Funke.

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

Delrose M. O’Meara

Delrose Mary O’Meara, 77 passed away on February 13, 2019 at Unity Point Health, Finley Hospital.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, February 16th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Rev. Richard Kuhn officiating. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, February 15th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory.

Delrose was born on August 1, 1941 in Dubuque the daughter of Anthony and Ida (Kramer) Schemmel. She grew up in Durango and was one of 13 children in one of the most fun-loving families you could ever meet. The stunts they all pulled would keep you laughing for hours and Delrose loved to laugh.

In 1961 she married John “Pete” O’Meara who was truly her other half. The two of them could actually finish each other’s sentences and were the sparkle in each other’s eyes until Pete passed away in 2003. They were a couple that were not only best friends but made others feel good by being around them.

Delrose was a homemaker and raised two great sons in John and Joe, they were her pride and joy. There was no better sound than listening to the three of them tell you about their lives, the Volkswagen Bug she drove, the donkey they had, the “camping” trip they took in their pickup, or just simply everyday things that they experienced with each other. She also had a son James who she lost at birth. Delrose is holding him now and telling him stories of all of his brother’s experiences.

Some people called Delrose “Bear”, which fit her, she was a round cuddly package, but she had a strong-willed side and she did what she wanted to do in life. Playing cards, or her horse game, playing bingo or watching her new 50-inch tv were things that just made her day.
Delrose’s legacy will live on in her grandchildren, and she loved to hear about their latest adventures and watch them grow. She always asked about them and what they were up to.

Those left behind to smile about the memories that she created are her sons, John (Ronda) O’Meara and Joe (Dawne) O’Meara; her grandchildren, Shannan (Andy) Noonan, Steve (Ashley) OMeara, Josh (Alice) Habel and Monica (Bart) Sitarski; her great grandchildren, Emma, Kale, Macy, & Drew Noonan, Shae & Zoey OMeara, Charlie & Edith Habel, and Sophia & Lukas Sitarski. Her brothers and sisters, Elsie Payton, Don “Pops” (Diane) Schemmel, CoraLee (Fred) Schaumburg, Chuck (Sharon) Schemmel, Tony (Laura) Schemmel, Joe (Diane) Schemmel, Joyce Ann Tigges (Don Jaeger), Bob (Cindy) Schemmel; sisters-in-law Marge Schemmel and Millie Schemmel. And a whole gang of nieces and nephews that entertained her every time she got together with them, she truly loved her families.

She was preceded in death by her parents Anthony and Ida Schemmel; her son James in infancy; her sister Lois Gruel and her husband Bob; Her brothers Wayne, Jim & Rick “Huck’ and his wife Carol Schemmel. Her brother-in-law Bob O’Meara and his wife Joyce and Jim Payton. Her father and mother in law John and Marie O’Meara and Leonard Shaw.

We will miss you Mom but are so happy that you and Dad are back together again-watch over us until we see you again.

William D. Fluor Sr.

William Donald Fluor Sr., 87,of Escondido, CA, formerly of Dubuque, passed away on February 4, 2019. Graveside services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 19, at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego.

Bill was born in Dubuque, son of William and Caroline (Peil) Fluor. He married Marlene Strampp on December 15, 1952. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, attended Kimball Music Conservatory, Chicago, and graduated from San Diego State University. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. Bill was employed by General Dynamics, Solar, and SD Gas and Electric, San Diego, and Pepsi Cola, Dubuque. He was a musician, painter, and piano teacher. Our dad was a wonderful provider and sacrificed much for his family.

He enjoyed gathering with family and friends, playing piano, cooking, gardening, interior decorating (especially during holidays), creating art, and family outings after church. We are especially thankful for our Christian upbringing and know we will be reunited in Heaven.

Bill is survived by his children, Roseanne Prytherch, of San Bernardino, CA, Elizabeth Green, of Crescent City, CA, and William Fluor Jr., of Lakeside, CA; his grandchildren, Nicholas Prytherch, Chistopher Prytherch, and Chelsea Prytherch, Brian Green, Lauren Green Cho, Kirsten Green, and Jessica Fluor; his great-grandchildren, Jordan and Charlotte Prytherch, Daniel, Samuel, Sophia Green, and Hudson Pierik.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife Marlene Fluor and his parents William and Caroline Fluor.

Memorials may be sent to Emmanuel Faith Community Church, (EFCC) Veterans Ministry, 639 E. 17th Ave., Escondido, CA 92025.