Obituaries Archive

Irenus A. Kunkel

Irenus A. “Ira” Kunkel, 88, formerly of Dickeyville Wisconsin, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2019, at Heritage Memory Care in Middleton, Wisconsin, with his wife, Rosemary, and daughter, Diane, at his side.  Services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at Holy Ghost Church in Dickeyville, Wisconsin, with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Tuesday, October 22, at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, Wisconsin, where the parish wake service will be at 3:45 p.m.  Friends may also call from 9:45-10-:15 a.m. Wednesday, October 23, at the church before the service.

Ira was born May 24, 1931, in Kieler, Wisconsin, the son of Charles and Gezena (Dalsing) Kunkel. He married Rosemary Weber at St. Mary’s Church in Galena, Illinois, on April 16, 1958.

Ira farmed in the Kieler area, and later owned Kunkel’s Hardware, Plumbing and Heating with his wife, Rosemary, and brother and sister-in-law, Gilbert and Colleen Kunkel.  He also sold and serviced DeLaval Milking Equipment. Ira was an army veteran and was a member of Reimenapp-Averkamp-Stelpflug VFW Post #6455 in Dickeyville.  He also served on the Dickeyville Paris Volunteer Fire Department for 30 years serving as both chief and assistant chief. He was part of the Holy Ghost Parish Choir along with Rosemary who was the organist. Ira loved to fish, camp and sing.  His passion for living life will be greatly missed.

Survivors besides his wife, Rosemary, include five children, David (Janice) of Westfield, WI, Deborah of Dallas, TX, Gary (Vicki) of Oregon, WI, Cynthia (John) of Corona Del Mar, CA and Diane (Flip) of Madison, WI; a brother, Norman (Eunice) Kunkel; a sister-in-law Colleen Kunkel; seven grandchildren, Robin Higgins, Sera and Steven Harbert, Matthew, Lindsey and Zachery Kunkel and Jared Pratt; and four great-grandchildren, Aiden Randolph, Ivan Kunkel  and Oscar, Arlo and Eagan Higgins.

Ira was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Danny; a sister, Alverna (Orville) Schaefer; and a brother, Gilbert Kunkel.

An Irenus A. “Ira” Kunkel Memorial Fund has been established.

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

Robert H. Powers

Robert H. “Bob” Powers 87, of East Dubuque, IL died Thursday, October 17th, at home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Peter Snieg officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery, with military honors accorded by members of the Dubuque Marine Corps. League.

Visitation will be 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Monday and from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. on Tuesday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where the parish scripture service will be at 3:30 p.m. on Monday.  Members of the East Dubuque Volunteer Fire Dept. will meet at 7:30 p.m. on Monday to attend the wake.

Bob was born on January 6, 1932, in Dubuque, IA, son of James and Lorraine (Bintner) Powers. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School, class of 1950. After graduation he was employed by Interstate Power followed by his enlistment into the U.S. Navy where he was an electrician on the U.S.S. Ajaxduring the Korean Conflict. Upon his honorable discharge from the Navy, he went back to work for Interstate Power where hewas a member of I.B.E.W. Local #263 and retired in 1994 as a substation technician. During his retirement he was employed by Runde Chevrolet in East Dubuque, IL delivering vehicles to various locations.

Robert and Josephine (Jo) Reisen of East Dubuque, IL were united in marriage on October 26th, 1957 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, IL. He was very involved in the community; volunteering for Boy Scouts, Troop 14, the Colts Drum & Bugle Corps and served 20 years as a fireman for the East DubuqueVolunteer Fire Department. In his youth he enjoyed trapshooting, hunting, fishing, skiing, and baseball. His children have many cherished memories and stories of their camping trips while growing up. His woodworking was also a favorite past-time of his, as well as cheering on the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears. Bob’s pride and joy were his grandchildren. He travelled near and far to visit and engage with them; going to theChicago Bear’s camp, attending high school and college graduations and weddings. There was not a baseball, softball, volleyball, choir or musical performance that he did not attend.

Surviving are his wife Jo, of 61 years, and his children, Jeff (Jean) of Pewaukee, WI, Julie Ward (Bob) of Cabot, AR, Jay(Mary) of Menominee, IL, Jon of Cedar Rapids, IA, Jan Weuve (Kevin) of Savoy, IL and Jim Powers of East Dubuque, IL; a sister, Lou Ann Wieland of Dubuque, IA. Also surviving are 7grandchildren; Adam Ward (Sydney), Andrew Weuve, Matthew Weuve, Tyler Powers, Jenna Powers, Emily Powers and Jacob Powers and 1 great grandchild, Beau Weuve.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his parent-in-laws, anda brother John (Jack) Powers. Also, in-laws Elmer and Betty Rogers, Jean and Ralph Reisen, William Reisen and Robert Wieland.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the East Dubuque, IL Fire Department.

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

Michael Reilly

C. Michael “Mike” Reilly, 77, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019, at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque after a long and hard-fought battle with Alzheimer’s.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 21, 2019 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West. Friends may call from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Sunday at St. Columbkille Catholic Church.

Mike was born on March 27, 1942, in Dubuque, to George N. and M.L. Theda (Hoerner) Reilly. Mike graduated from Dubuque Senior in 1960 after an outstanding high school athletic career where he participated in football, basketball and track. In his senior year, Mike was named Iowa’s outstanding high school athlete. Mike was inducted into Dubuque Senior’s Sports Hall of Fame in 1992 and the Iowa High School Football Hall of Fame in 1993.

After high school, Mike attended the University of Iowa and played football for his beloved Iowa Hawkeyes. Mike took on the nickname “The Hammer” during his college football career and earned All-Big Ten Team (1963), All-American Team (1963), co-captain for the College All-Star Team (1964), and voted on by fans to the All-Time University of Iowa Football Team in 1989 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Iowa football. Years later Mike returned to Kinnick Stadium as a long-time broadcaster alongside Ron Gonder who referred to him as “Charlie Linebacker.” Mike was inducted into the University of Iowa Athletics Hall of Fame in 2005.

Following his collegiate football career, Mike was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart Nancy (Groff) on February 8, 1964 at Nativity Catholic Church in Dubuque. That same year, Mike was drafted in the fourth-round of the NFL Draft by the Chicago Bears where he played for five seasons before joining the Minnesota Vikings in 1969, which is the year they won the National Football League title and earned a trip to the 1970 Super Bowl. He retired from football after that season.

Mike was a great athlete and an even greater husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Together Mike and Nancy welcomed three sons who they enjoyed raising in Dubuque. Mike loved and supported the Dubuque community by leading fundraising efforts for local organizations, being an active member of the Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce and founding the Dubuque chapter for the University of Iowa I-Club. After football, Mike’s professional career took him to Frank Hardie Advertising and First National Bank (U.S. Bank). He then retired in 2004 as the branch manager and marketing director for State Central Bank.

Mike always enjoyed being around his sons and their families, cheering on his favorite sports teams, walking around his neighborhood, golfing, attending his grandchildren’s events, and drinking a beer or two with his buddies at the Shot Tower. He was a humble man who always had a joke to tell and a big laugh to share.

Those left to honor Mike’s memory include his wife of 55 years, Nancy Reilly, of Dubuque; his three sons, Steve (Jane) Reilly, of Dubuque, Jim (Erica) Reilly, of Saline, Michigan, Bob (Andrea) Reilly, of Dubuque; eight grandchildren, Mitchell (Ali), Morgan (Ben Samek), Meghan, Shannon, Devin, Logan, Erin and Drew; one sister, Jane (Bob) Specht, of Dubuque; sister-in-law, Karen Vandermillen, of Dubuque; many nieces and nephews; and countless friends and teammates.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents; his parents-in-law, Earl and Ludmilla “Luddie” Groff; three siblings, Mary Kay, G.T. “Tom,” and Sue; and one grandchild, Caroline Elizabeth.

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

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

Helen A. O’Brien

Helen Ann O’Brien, 85, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away peacefully from pancreatic cancer in her home, with her family by her side, on Thursday, October 17, 2019.

A funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 21 at St. Raphael Cathedral in Dubuque, with Father Thomas McDermott officiating. Burial will be following at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Fillmore.

Friends and relatives of Ann may call from 1:00 to 5:00 on Sunday, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road.

Ann was born August 23, 1934 in Osage, Iowa, daughter of Paul and Gertrude (Marr) Meirick. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in New Haven, Iowa, and then went on to earn her Nursing Degree from Mount Mercy School of Nursing in Cedar Rapids. She dedicated 60 years to the nursing profession, working at Xavier Hospital (floor nurse), Western Dubuque Schools (school nurse), Shady Rest Care Center (night shift nurse), Northeast Iowa Community College (Instructor), Stonehill Care Center (Day Supervisor), and St. Raphael Parish (parish nurse.)

On June 1, 1957, Ann was united in marriage to Patrick O’Brien, of Bernard; Pat and Ann farmed in the Fillmore area until moving to Dubuque in 1990. They celebrated 57 years together until his death in 2014.

Ann was an active member of Sacred Heart Parish in Fillmore, and then St. Raphael Parish after they moved to Dubuque. In addition to supporting parish activities, Ann was an Aquin School System board member, a board member for Hospice of Dubuque, a supporter of Outrun the Rays, a volunteer at the Veteran’s Freedom Center, a member of the Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians, a medical supply coordinator and on-site volunteer in El Salvador, and a volunteer for many other community and social justice organizations and events.

Ann is survived by her five children: Tom (Meg) O’Brien of Cascade; Bill (Amy) O’Brien of Takoma Park, Maryland; Peg O’Brien of Woody Creek, Colorado; Dave (Melissa) O’Brien of Epworth; and Doug (Alisa) O’Brien of Takoma Park, Maryland. Additionally, she is survived by eleven grandchildren: Clancy (Alex) Junk, Bailey O’Brien, Gannon O’Brien; Colin O’Brien-Lux, Callahan O’Brien; Jack O’Brien, Patrick O’Brien, Will O’Brien; Molly O’Brien, James O’Brien, and Edie O’Brien; two brothers: Bill (Ann) Meirick of Protivin, and Dick (Ginger) Meirick of Osage; six brothers-in-law: Rex Gogerty, Irwin McDermott, Mike O’Brien, Joe O’Brien, Terry O’Brien, and Bob Green; seven sisters-in-law: Kathleen Gogerty, Maurna O’Brien, Lois Schlegel, Joyce O’Brien, Delores O’Brien, Deb Green, and Nikki Manternach.

She was preceded in death by her husband Pat, her parents, and her brother Dan Meirick; five brothers-in-law: George O’Brien, Steve O’Brien, Earl O’Brien, Ralph O’Brien, and Richard Schlegel; and four sisters-in-law: Monica O’Brien, Elaine O’Brien, Mary Ann O’Brien, and Joannel McDermott.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque, and the Oncology Department at Medical Associates, for their excellent care.

Lester Garthwaite

Lester “Curly” Garthwaite, Jr. 94 of Dubuque passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at Stonehill Care Center.

Visitation will be today, Saturday October 19, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30p.m. at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with military honors by the Dubuque Marine Corps League at 2:30 pm. Burial will follow at Dubuque Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Curly was born on October 6, 1925 in Lancaster, WI the son of Lester and Marguerite (Mason) Garthwaite, Sr. He served as a U.S. Navy Signalman during WW II in the Pacific.

On December 18, 1949 he married Dorothy “Dot” Kimmell in Galena, IL she preceded him in death on Feb. 27, 2014. He worked for H & W Motor Express for many years and was a member of the Teamsters Union. He was noble selfless man who was cherished and will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his daughter Cheryl (John) Williams of Gainesville, FL; two grandchildren Sean (Charissa) Maher and Shannon (Rob) Matricardi; great grandson Connor Maher and his brother Patrick.

The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Stonehill, Du Ride and Curlys good friends Harry and Sheri Wolter for all the wonderful care and kindness you showed him.

Harold F. Lahr

Harold “Harry” Frederick Lahr, 84, of Earlville, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 14, 1935, in Monticello, the son of Raymond and Doloras (Westhoff) Lahr. Harry attended school in Buck Creek for two years and then was a 1953 graduate of Worthington High School.  He completed Reisch Auction School in Mason City in 1959. Harry also taught there for a short period of time.

On June 17, 1968, Harry was united in marriage to Ann Lois Koelker in Buffalo Center. Three children were born to this union. The family resided in Earlville. Harry owned and operated Lahr Truck Line for over 20 years. He was an auctioneer and owned Harry Lahr Auctions for over 50 years. He also did auctioneer work at the Edgewood Sale Barn with his good friend, Dick Funk. For over 20 years, Harry drove semi for Peterson Contractors, Inc., in Reinbeck.

Harry was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Earlville. He enjoyed auctions, flea markets, antique shows, and trapping. Harry will be remembered as a very, very hard-working very, very honest man. He was generous and selfless beyond measure. Harry loved his family dearly and especially enjoyed spending time with his beloved grandchildren and walking Zeke.

Survivors include his wife, Lois Lahr of Earlville; three children, Shannon (Julie) Lahr of Earlville, Ann (Paul) Scallon of Cedar Rapids, and Matt (Lisa) Lahr of Earlville; four grandchildren, Hannah Lahr, Gavin Scallon, Mahala Lahr, and Caleb Lahr; two siblings, Patricia (Bob) Wolfe of Dubuque and Wayne Lahr of Worthington; sisters-and brothers-in-law, Rosemary Lahr of Edgewood, Betty Lois Koelker of Manchester, Marilyn Michael of Cedar Rapids; and several nieces and nephews.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Doloras Lahr; his parents-in-law, Louis and Louise Koelker; his two brothers Robert Lahr and Herman (Bev) Lahr; and his sisters-and-brothers-in-law, Llewellyn (Bernice) Koelker, Verna (LaVerne) Hawker, Louis “Bud” Koelker, and Carol (Bob) Ortberg.

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

Mass of Christian Burial:  10:00 a.m., on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Earlville, with Rev. Jim Goerend officiating.

Visitation: 8:30 a.m. until the time of Mass, on Saturday, October 26, 2019, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Earlville.

Inurnment: St. Joseph Cemetery – Earlville, Iowa

Cathy A. Umscheid

Cathy Ann (Berendes) Umscheid of West Des Moines, IA, formerly of Hudson, IA, and Shullsburg, WI walked through the gates of heaven on Tuesday, October 15, 2019.

To celebrate Cathy, family and friends may gather from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 20, 2019, and after 10:00 a.m. on Monday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, Illinois, where funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Monday. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

Cathy was born on March 9, 1945 in Dubuque, IA, the beautiful daughter of Budd O. and Dorothy C. (Smith) Berendes. She was a graduate of Shullsburg High School’s Class of 1962.

Cathy married Leonard Umscheid on June 14, 1967 in Omaha, NE, and started their family.  Cathy and Leonard later divorced and Cathy relocated to Hudson, IA where she raised her three children.  Cathy began working for Peoples Natural Gas (later named Northern Natural Gas) at the age of 19.  She retired the first time in 2013. She continued to “help them out” for another five years, officially retiring on January 23, 2018 after 50 years.  Her incredible dedication and strong work ethic should never go unnoticed.

Cathy lived her entire life for her children and grandchildren.  Family was her purpose.  She always found a way to make it to her children’s school events and provided them a wonderful upbringing.  You would find her at the baseball and football fields as well as the basketball court cheering on her five grandsons. She was their biggest cheerleader and her heart was full of pride.

Cathy enjoyed reading, gardening (including pulling weeds,) canning with her brother Blaine, and many memorable trips to “the cottage,” the home of her brother, Bob.  Fish-frys were a must followed by playing cards and with loved ones.  She was able to travel with her daughter, Leah, on many occasions.  Santorini, Greece was one of her most memorable trips.  We always thought the color of the water matched her beautiful blue eyes.

Those left to continue her legacy are her three children, Donna (Umscheid) Hirsch of Dubuque, IA, Robert (Bobby) Umscheid of Des Moines, IA, and Leah (Umscheid) Roling of Urbandale, IA.  Her pride and joy, grandsons, Cody (Jennifer) Gesie of LaCrosse, WI, Logan, Levi, and Maxx Newman of Urbandale, IA, and Devin Hirsch of Dubuque, IA.  Cathy would have become a great-grandma in 2020 to Baby Gesie. Her brothers Robert (Bob) Berendes of Couderay, WI, and Blaine Berendes of Shullsburg, WI.  Terry Vosberg of Stoughton, WI was like a brother to her and his wife, Ida, like a sister.  Her uncle, Al Smith, along with her niece, Emily Berendes, and nephew, Jay Berendes, as well as many cousins.

Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, Budd & Dorothy; and aunts and uncles.

We would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the following:  Dr. Seema Harichand-Herdt and the staff at the John Stoddard Cancer Center in Des Moines, IA, the nurses and staff at Iowa Methodist Hospital – Powell 3, also in Des Moines, IA (especially Zoe and Deb) for their tender care.  Dr. Lacey of Texas who gave our mom the ability to walk when walking was no longer an option. Chris, and his staff at Home Care Assistance of Des Moines for the in-home care and support they provided.  A huge thank you to the staff at The Village of Legacy Pointe, especially Allison, Alicia, Seth, Cybil, Sammie, Martine, and Sam for loving our mom and preparing her for her journey home.  Thank you, James and Phyllis, for your  friendship, care, and love of our mom.  You will be our family forever.  Last, but certainly not least, a very special thank you to Mike Roling, Cathy’s son-in-law.  Without his constant vigilance, dedication to our mom’s health, his amazing food, and unconditional love of his family, these past months would have been unbearable.

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

Paul H. Way

Paul Henry Way, 79, of Edgewood, Iowa, formerly of Colesburg, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, October 17, 2019, at the Regional Medical Center in Manchester.  He was born on December 17, 1939, in Colesburg, the son of Paul Bennett and Erna Mildred (Evers) Way.  Paul attended the Vinton School for the Blind through the eighth grade and also the Colesburg High School.

Over the years Paul resided with his parents and helped on their dairy farm. The family moved into town after retirement. Paul then lived at the Strawberry Point Lutheran Home and recently has been residing at Lincolnwood Assisted Living in Edgewood.

Paul was a member of the Colesburg Fire Department for 39 years. He enjoyed antique tractors and in his earlier years enjoyed horseback riding.  Paul was a member of the Plagman Barn’s Antique Association.

Survivors include his cousins, Nedra (Ron) Ericson Huntress of Sycamore, Illinois, Wanda Olmsted of Galva, Illinois, Sandra (Ken) Carroll of Blacklick, Ohio, and Kent (Cheryl) Rolfe of Guttenberg, Iowa; and many friends.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Richard Evers Way, in infancy; a cousin-in-law, Jon Olmsted; and several aunts and uncles.

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

Funeral Service:  2:00 p.m., on Thursday, October 24, 2019, at the Colesburg United Methodist Church in Colesburg, Iowa, with Rev. Roger White officiating.

Visitation: 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service, on Thursday, October 24, 2019, at the Colesburg United Methodist Church in Colesburg, Iowa.

Interment with the Fireman’s Final Call: Oak Hill Cemetery – Colesburg, Iowa

Wendy S. Mullen

Wendy S. (Cupps) Mullen, 62, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on October 13, 2019 at Sunnycrest Manor.  According to Wendy’s wishes, no public service will be held. A celebration of her life will be at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.  Wendy was born on July 3, 1957 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Albert and Edith (Larson) Cupps. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1975 and was lastly working at the Point Restaurant in Dubuque until she became ill.  She was previously married to Jim Mullen of Dubuque. Wendy was active in supporting the Marine Corps and was proud of her brothers Albert “Butch” Cupps and Chris Cupps for their service.  Wendy enjoyed her time living in Colorado. She worked her whole life following in the footsteps of her older sister, as a waitress at the Sunshine and the Point Restaurants. Wendy never had any children of her own, but she was very close to her 2 great nephews. She loved spending time with her family and her cat JoJo.  Wendy is survived by her brother Chris Cupps, of Camden, Tenn; her sister Bonnie Fink, of Battle Creek, MI; nieces Beth (Jason) Yocom, Suzie (Gary) Miller, Angie Rhomberg, Tonya Kieler, Stacy Rhomberg, Stephanie Walunas, Lindsey Hubert, Crissa Kilbourn, Kasie Cupps, and Crista (Bruse) Worland. nephews Richard Cupps, David Cupps, Bryan Cupps, Cody Clemence, Reed Cupps, Sean Rhomberg and Jon Rhomberg; great nephews Dylan and Michael Dean along with many other great nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers Albert “Butch” Cupps, David Cupps and Leroy Cupps; three sisters Sandy Khun, Carla Rhomberg and Judith Cupps; sister-in-law Jenny Cupps; great nephew Daniel DJ Peterson; nephews Steven Cupps, Ronnie (LT Ronnie) Rhomberg and Chad Cupps.  The family wishes to thank Sunnycrest Manor, Hospice of Dubuque and Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory for all their care, kindness and compassion.

Shirley A. Domeyer

Shirley A. Domeyer, 83, of rural Holy Cross passed away Wednesday, October 16, 2019, at MercyOne Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be held from 2-8 p.m. Sunday, October 20, 2019, at Kramer Funeral Home in Holy Cross where a parish vigil service will be held at 1:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue at the funeral home from 9-10 a.m. Monday morning prior to funeral services.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 21, 2019, at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Holy Cross, with burial in the church cemetery at a later date.  Rev. Phil Kruse will officiate.

Shirley was born March 3, 1936, in Holy Cross the daughter of Alphonse and Anastasia (Jaeger) Stillmunkes.  She married John “Jack” Domeyer on June 3, 1958, in Holy Cross.  Together they farmed near Holy Cross.

Shirley enjoyed playing Euchre with her card club, playing Rummy with her grandchildren, and Solitaire to pass the time.  She and Jack enjoyed their Country Dance Group, and Shirley continued to carry the torch for the St. Louis Cardinals after her son, Carl, passed away.  She also enjoyed watching the birds outside of her window, crafting, quilting, her gardens and cake making.

Survivors include her husband of 61 years, Jack, 5 children: Terry (Kim) Domeyer of Guttenberg, Dale (Jody), James, Jeff (Melissa), and Ted Domeyer, all of Holy Cross, daughter-in-law, Karen Domeyer of Manchester; 19 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren; a brother, Roger (Sharon) Stillmunkes of Ankeny; in-laws:, Laverne “Bud” Domeyer of Petersburg, Mary Lou Gravel and Rita Domeyer, both of Dyersville, Doris Burlage of Monticello and Peter (Clarice) Domeyer of Dubuque.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her parents-in-law, Andy and Frances Domeyer, one son, Carl Domeyer in 2009; in-laws: William Domeyer, Daniel (Virginette) Domeyer, Donald “Gomer” Domeyer, Milton (Marie) Domeyer, Paul (Diane) Domeyer, Ellen Domeyer, Loras Gravel, Roland (Terese) Domeyer, James (LaVon) Domeyer and John Burlage.

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

Brian J. Mess

Brian Joseph “Buck” Mess, 30, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on October 14th, 2019.

Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday, October 18th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a funeral service will be at 7:30 p.m. with Father Steven Garner officiating.

He was born on June 29, 1989 in Dubuque, IA, the son of Timothy Mess and Judith (Schilling) Kroeger. He graduated from Central Alternative High School in Dubuque and on May 30th, 2013 he married Dana Ede.

Brian was currently working for John Deere in Dubuque; was a member of the UAW Local 94 and Dubuque Field Archers where he was the vice president.

Brian was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors. He had an infectious smile and was a great conversationalist. Above all he was a proud father, husband and son.

He is survived by his wife Dana; sons Kayden Mess, Landon Reisen and Logan Ede; his daughter Emerson Mess; his mother and stepfather Judith and Randy Kroeger; his father Timothy Mess; his sister Stacy Mess and his niece Hailey Schueller.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Robert and Dorothy Schilling.

In lieu of flowers the family has established a memorial fund.

Gary L. Glanz

Gary L. Glanz, 70, of Manchester, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, at the Regional Medical Center in Manchester. He was born on April 3, 1949, in Manchester, the son of Gerald and Eileen (Straub) Glanz. Gary was raised and educated in Manchester and was a 1967 graduate of Manchester High School. He attended NIACC in Mason City, then completed his degree at the University of Dubuque in 1971.

On June 16, 1972, Gary was united in marriage to Patricia McGee at St. Mary Catholic Church in Manchester. Two sons were born to this union. After their marriage, the family lived in Burlington, Oglesby, Illinois, and Dubuque, before making their home in Manchester in 1989. Gary worked for many years at AY McDonald Manufacturing Company in Dubuque, retiring in April 2011. Gary and Patti owned and operated Glanz Landing Sports for over 20 years while he was still working in Dubuque.

Gary was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church. He loved doing woodworking, golfing, and being outdoors. He was a true handyman who could fix anything. Gary was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes and Oakland Raiders fan. Family was very important to Gary and his grandchildren were especially loved by him.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Patti Glanz of Manchester; his two sons, Trevor (Valerie) Glanz and Eric (Melissa) Glanz all of North Liberty; three grandchildren, Kennedy, Stella, and Landon; one sister, Sheryl Stevens of Poulsbo, Washington; brothers-and sisters-in-law, Joe (Pat) McGee of Iowa City, Kathy (Ken) Springate of Eugene, Oregon, Tom (Sandy) McGee of Waukesha, Wisconsin, John (Laurie) McGee of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, Gini (Jim) Jordan of Atlantic, Coleen (Kent) Pech of Palm Coast, Florida, and Carolyn Cannon of West Des Moines; 18 nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and
-nephews.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Eileen Glanz; and his parents-in-law, Earl and Irene McGee.

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

Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, October 22, 2019, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Manchester, with Rev. Gabriel Anderson officiating.

Visitation: 2:00 to 8:00 p.m., on Monday, October 21, 2019, at Leonard-Muller Funeral in Manchester, where there will be a 2:00 p.m. Scripture Service. Friends may also call from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at the church on Tuesday.

Inurnment at a later date.

Arlene Pfalzgraf Winders Hucka

Arlene Pfalzgraf Winders Hucka of Omaha, NE died October 14, 2019. She was born on August 19, 1928.

She was preceded in death by parents, Ernest and Helen Pfalzgraf, children’s father; Roger D. Winders, son; Daniel Winders, husband; Dallas Hucka. Survived by Children; Beverly Winders, Lynn Roedell, Deborah Winders-Weis, Shelley Winders, Lisa (Mark) Garnica, Teri (Danny) Malloy, Tim Winders. Grandchildren; Chloe Winders-Singer, Lauren Parke-Ratzloff, Jennifer (Jeff) Manders, Ashli (Dan) Bonder, Shane (Becky) Conger, Tim Winders, Jamie Doughty, Olivia, Grayson and Preslie Malloy, Angela (Ryan) Schill, Dan Winders, Timmy Winders. Great grandchildren; Alexis Manders, Andrew and Lauren Conger, Jackson and Nora Schill, siblings; Beverly Wick, Bruce (Katie) Pfalzgraf, Carl Pfalzgraf.

Arlene was adored by her family and all who knew her. She will forever be remembered for her generous heart and infectious laughter. Special thanks to VNA Hospice.

Memorial Service Saturday October 19, 2019, 11:00 a.m. at the John A. Gentleman 72^nd Street Chapel. Memorials to VNA Hospice, Omaha NE.

Jill T. Lee

Jill T. (Vanderah-Shanahan) Lee, 67, of Dubuque, IA, formerly of East Dubuque, IL, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2019 at home.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, 2019 at the First Presbyterian Church, 17^th & Iowa St, in Dubuque, with Pastor John Armstrong officiating.  Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Visitation is from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque and from 9:00 – 9:45 a.m. on Saturday at the church.

Jill was born on August 16, 1952 in Dubuque, the daughter of Melvin A. and Irma A. (Runde) Vanderah.  She was a graduate of Wahlert High School, the class of 1970.

Jill married John “Jack” Shanahan and later married Charles Lee. She was employed for 24 years at Thermolyne and retired from Sam’s Club. Jill enjoyed cooking, cleaning, camping, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister.

Surviving is her husband Charles Lee; two sons, Christopher (Tanya Moyle) Shanahan and Nicholas (Andrea) Shanahan and their daughter Norah, both of Cedar Rapids, IA; her siblings, Joan (Jerry) Gassman of Dubuque, Jean (Ty) Freese, and Donna Koehler both of East Dubuque, Lynn Budde of Cedar Rapids, IA, Mary Wall and Bob (Patti) Vanderah both of East Dubuque; numerous nieces and nephews; her husband’s family, Lori (Steve) Burnes, and children, Mandy, Eric, Katie, and Alex, grandkids, Colin, Karleigh, AJ and Jack; Lisa Fuehrer (Jeff) and children, Grace and Grant; Lynn Sutter( Mike) and children, Caden and Max; the  Bergman children, Meghan, Jordan, Nicholas, Ashleigh, Zachary and Keeghan, her grandchildren, Elias and Matthew; Amy Lee (Chris) and children, Isaiah, Bailey, and Kaden, and Amber (Elllis) and children, Elijah and Tyler.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, Dick & Jim Vanderah, and Chuck’s daughter Lois “Annie” Bergman.

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

Carol A. Judge

Carol Ann Judge, 69, of Dubuque, died Monday, October 14, 2019, at her home.

Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, October 17, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.  The Funeral Service for Carol will be 10:00 am Friday, October 18, 2019, Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery in Key West.

Carol was born June 26, 1950, in Dubuque, the daughter of Russell and Gloria Spensley. On August 31, 1973, she married Steve Judge in Dubuque. They later divorced.

She held various positions at McGraw-Hill Education for 20 years. She retired in December of 2011.

Carol was an eternal optimist and exuded love and joy to everyone she encountered.  She was an avid fan of the Chicago Bears and looked forward to Sunday Funday with her family each weekend. She loved the holidays, especially Christmas and the 4th of July. Most of all, she cherished the time she spent with her grandsons, Jackson and Colin, who lovingly called her Mammer. She loved them to the moon and back.

Survivors include one daughter, Cortney (Nate) Kieffer of Dubuque; two grandsons, Jackson and Colin Kieffer; two brothers, Richard Spensley and Russell (Sandy) Spensley, both of  Dubuque.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved dog, Lulu.

A memorial has been established for Hospice of Dubuque.

The family would like to give a special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, and to Dr. Mark Hermann.

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