Obituaries Archive

Charles Evanoff

Charles “Charlie” “Tuna” Evanoff, 84, of Dubuque Iowa journeyed to the heavenly sheet metal shop in the sky, Sunday, November 10th. He died surrounded by his family and friends.

Born in Hazel Green, Charlie was the 3rd child of Ann (Kittoe) Evanoff and Minco Mike Evanoff. He spent most of his youth in Cuba City. He joined the Army and left for Germany during the Korean Conflict. He was
proud to serve and was able to see the world as he drove jeeps for lieutenants. Upon his discharge, Charlie came home to find an apprenticeship in sheet metal in Dubuque. He worked at a few places before settling in at K&K Heating. After many years there, and due to closure of the business, Charlie worked 2 years at Giese before needing to retire due to illness.

Charlie loved the river and had a houseboat that he took out often. During that time, he met Clara and they soon wed in 1973. Together they have 3 daughters, Dihanna from Arizona, and Christy and Corrie from Dubuque. Our family was blessed with MiKayla, our one and only granddaughter who quickly became the center of our lives. He was a very proud Grandfather, taking MiKayla to school and would hang around to become top parking lot attendant for Irving School. They had a very special bond that continued to the end.

Charlie’s life was filled with many people who were all friends. If you knew Charlie it wasn’t long before you too were a friend. And he helped every one of them. He would work his regular job, come home, eat and go help someone with plumbing, electrical, carpentry or roofing. It didn’t matter. You could rely on him to help. He moved on to working together with Clara, as resident managers at Applewood I and II and later, The Woodlands. Charlie worked right up to within days before he passed. We thank all those from the Iowa City VA Clinic that contributed to his treatment over the years.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Clara Evanoff, daughters Christy, Corrie, and a granddaughter MiKayla all of Dubuque, daughter Dihanna (Gary) from Clarkdale, Arizona, his brother, Jerry (Pat), living in Cuba City and many beloved nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, older brother, Jack (Betty) and sister, Margaret Coyle.

Friends and family are invited to a celebration of his life at the Woodlands Senior Apartments, 3460 Starlight Drive from 2 to 5 pm on Friday, November 15th.

Behr Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Kenneth E. Broadwell

Kenneth E. “Ken” Broadwell, age 79, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 2:29 a.m., on Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at home, surrounded by his loving family. To honor Ken’s life, funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., on Friday, November 15, 2019, at Behr Funeral Home. To celebrate Ken’s life, family and friends may visit from 9:30 a.m., until the time of services at 11:30 a.m., on Friday at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary
Cemetery, where military rites will be accorded by the American Legion, Dubuque Post #6.

Ken was born on December 31, 1939, in Emmetsburg, Iowa, son of Donald and Ann (Schuller) Broadwell.

Ken honorably served his country with the U.S. Air Force as an Airman 2nd Class from 1958-1962. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Mary Melssen, on November 6, 1965, at St. Mary’s Church in Dubuque, and they were blessed to have just celebrated their 54th wedding anniversary. Ken was raised with strong work ethic, which he put to good use as a sheet metal worker with Giese Sheet Metal for 29 years until his well earned retirement. He was an active member of the Dubuque Boat Club and the Dubuque Walleye Club. Ken was a proud member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 94 for several years. When he found some free time he enjoyed hunting and fishing in the great outdoors. Beyond a doubt Ken’s family meant the world to him and he loved spending time with Mary, the children and especially the grand kids. We are deeply saddened at the loss of Ken in our daily lives, but take some comfort in the knowledge that he is now resting peacefully, free of the health issues he has faced these past weeks.

Those left to cherish Ken’s memory include

his loving wife,
Mary Broadwell, Dubuque, IA;

his children,
Donald (Susan) Broadwell,
Brenda (Randal) Forsyth
and Fred Broadwell, all of Dubuque, IA;

his 4 grandchildren,
Robbie and Kristen Broadwell, Stephanie Duve and Madison Rae Smothers;

and 2 great-grandchildren;

and a sister,
Connie (Dennis) Zlabek, Potosi, WI.

Ken was preceded in death by his parents; a daugter, Julie Broadwell; a sister, Mary (Jim) Depenbusch; and 2 brothers, Steve and Ron Broadwell.

Ken’s family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Ryan Stille and all of Ken’s doctors, nurses and the staff of MercyOne Hospital and Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their kind, compassionate and professional care of Ken and his entire family.

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

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

Judith A. Herkelman

Judith Ann Herkelman, 79, of Henderson, Nevada and formerly of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, at her home.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of Judith from 4 to 7 P.M. on Wednesday, November 20, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation rites have been accorded.

Judith Ann Wolf was born on March 2, 1940 in Marysville, California, to Henry and Edith (Knight) Wolf. She grew up in California where she graduated high school and received her nurses training. She met her future husband, Dr. Paul Gjerstad while he was stationed in the military where she was working. They were married in Carmel, California on October 31, 1968 and to this union four children were born: Becky, Matt, Nick and Nate. Paul preceded her in death on December 7, 1976. She later married Terre Herkelman on August 4, 1978 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

After Paul’s military service ended, they moved to Maquoketa where Paul practiced medicine and she became a homemaker. Upon Paul’s passing in 1976, she worked as a nurse at Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa until 1992. She and Terre then moved to Las Vegas where she continued to work as a nurse for the Desert Lane Care Center until a few years ago.

Judith enjoyed casinos and gambling, reading books, crossword puzzles, traveling, watching sports, and spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Those left to honor Judith’s memory include her husband, Terre Herkelman of Henderson, NV; children, Becky (Bill) Divis of Cedar Rapids, IA, Matt (Lisa) Gjerstad of Las Vegas, NV, Nick Gjerstad of Clinton, IA, Nate (Bobbie) Gjerstad of Maquoketa, IA, Jeff (Lisa) Herkelman of Hennepin, IL, Joe Herkelman of Clinton, IA, Jay (Leslie) Herkelman of Coffeyville, KS, and Lisa (Kevin) Pierce of Las Vegas, NV; 16 grandchildren, Hannah, Ethan, Donovan, Isiah, Brady (Jade), Michaela (Cody), Carter, Ayden, Harper, Spencer, Connor (Meagan), Heather, Abby, Emma, Halle, and Alexander.

She was preceded in death by her parents Hank and Edith Wolf, mother-in-law and father-in-law Eva and Buster Herkelman, first husband Dr. Paul Gjerstad, and a great-grandson Logan.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to the Judith Ann Herkelman memorial fund.

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

L. Gale Stickley

L. Gale Stickley, 93, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 12, 2019, at Maquoketa Care Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A gathering of family and friends celebrating Gale’s life will be held on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, from 4 to 7 P.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. A private graveside service and burial will be held on Wednesday at Mount Hope Cemetery, Maquoketa.

Lester Gale Stickley was born on October 23, 1926 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Irvie Lyle and Viva June (Edwards) Stickley. He was a 1945 graduate of Maquoketa High School. He married Donna June Felten on April 17, 1949 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. To this union three children were born, Diane, Duane and Beth.

Gale always wanted to be a farmer but after hurting his back, he decided to attend Coyne Electrical and Refrigeration Trade School in 1948. He then came back to Maquoketa and started an electrical business in partnership with Al Thola in 1948. Six months later, he bought his partner out and opened Stickley Electric on North Main Street. In 1958, he moved his business out to the old Fisher and Tractor repair building on Western Avenue, where the business is currently run by his son, Duane today.

Gale was a member of the Coronado Car Club, and the Knights of Pythias Lodge. He was a charter member of the Joinerville Boat Club in Sabula and a lifetime member of the Maquoketa Fire Department. He enjoyed golfing with one of his proudest moments being a hole-in-one. He also enjoyed playing Euchre, getting together with his friends for coffee, remodeling and restoring antique cars and tractors, going on camping trips with friends at Joinerville Boat Club and Leisure Lake, and taking cross country trips in his antique cars with the Lincoln Highway Tour Group. Additionally, he loved to watch westerns, whether it was TV shows like Ponderosa or John Wayne movies. He would often get up early in the morning on days it snowed and “mow” the Methodist Church and neighbor’s driveways. He also volunteered to mow lots at Mount Hope Cemetery.

Those left to honor Gale’s memory include his children, Diane and her husband Ed Bodnar of Broomfield, CO, Duane and his wife Mary Stickley of Maquoketa, IA, and Beth Stickley of Bellingham, WA; 3 grandchildren, Josh and his wife Olivia Bodnar of Los Angeles, CA, Natalie and her husband Brad Haigh of Denver, CO, and Shawn and his wife Kim Stickley of Marion, IA; 6 great-grandchildren, Noelle and Braxton Bodnar, Aven and Hadley Haigh, Peyton and Paige Stickley; sister, Betty Miller of Maquoketa, IA; and brothers-in-law, Rex Felten of Maquoketa, IA and Donald Felten of Delavan, WI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Donna, sister Bev Haylock, infant brother LJ Stickley, and several brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Hospice of Jackson County, Mount Hope Cemetery Association or the Maquoketa Area YMCA.

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

Beverly J. Usher

Beverly June Usher, 89, of Delmar, Iowa, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2019, at Crestridge Nursing Home in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2 P.M., Monday, November 18, 2019, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1 to 2 P.M. at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Andrew, Iowa Cemetery.
Beverly June McCutcheon was born on April 30, 1930 in Spragueville, Iowa, to Harry T. and Edith A. (Hemfling) McCutcheon. She attended Andrew Schools. She married Merlin “Toby” Saunders on May 15, 1947 and to this union five children were born, Terrill, Galen, Gary, Susan and Zoe. She then married Lincoln L. Usher on December 24, 1973 in Long Grove, Iowa. Lincoln preceded her in death on March 12, 2017.

Beverly was a homemaker and a member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles Club Ladies Auxiliary in Maquoketa. She had worked as a volunteer at the Community Center for many years. She enjoyed antiquing, camping, hummingbirds and raising Yorkies. She especially loved spending time with her family.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Terrill (Shirley) Saunders of Spragueville, IA, Galen (Janet) Saunders of Maquoketa, IA, Gary (Holly) Saunders of French Camp, CA, Susan (Dan) Healey of Spokane, WA, Zoe (Jim) White of Crete, NE; step-child, Wanda (Richard) Tracy of Monmouth, IA; step-daughters-in-law, Kathy Usher of Oxford Junction, IA and Wendy Usher of Menahga, MN; sister, Margaret Rapsilber of Davenport, IA; many grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, brothers Harold and William McCutcheon, step-sons Gary and Ronnie Usher, grandson Luke Saunders (2001), and step-grandson Kenny Hart.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Hospice of Jackson County.

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

Charles L. Larson

Charles L. Larson, 84, of Dubuque died Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center, Dubuque following a brief illness.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 15 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, with Rev. Steven Rosonke officiating. Burial will be in Dubuque Memorial Gardens where Military Honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. A visitation will be held from 3-6 p.m., Thursday, November 14 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road.

Charles was born on June 12, 1935 in Highland, Wisconsin the son of George and Amanda (Olson) Larson.

Charles shared his life with “first” Mary Francis Hildebrand from 1960- 1985. Later he was blessed to have shared love with Blanche A. Schmitt and was married on June 20, 1992. She preceded him in death on April 5, 2015.

Charles proudly served our country in the United States Army.

Charles was a truck driver from 1970- 2000 for Kretschmer Tredway. After his retirement he drove for Jule Public Transportation and the Dubuque Trolley.

Charles enjoyed dancing, country music and tending to his yard. Some of his fondest memories were attending plays at the Bell Tower with Blanche, and in recent years dancing with Yvonne at many venues in the Dubuque area. Polka dancing was one of his favorite.

Charles was known to have a killer smile and infectious laugh. To know Charlie was to love Charlie.

Those left to cherish his memory include his daughter, Rita (special friend, Thomas Hall) McCarty; grandchildren, Crystal and Tyler (Ayla) Larson; special friend, Yvonne Kruser; step- children, Reginal (Susie) Schmitt, Tom (Diane) Schmitt, Steve (Mary) Schmitt, David (Tish) Schmitt,  Tim (Michelle) Schmitt, Peggy (Sam) Lathrum, Brenda Clark and Penny (Dave) North; and numerous step- grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; son, Dale; four siblings, Helen, Gaige, Marvin and Willis; and many loving in-laws.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to nurse Martha and the ICU Staff at Mercy Medical Center, and to the staff at Hawkeye Care Center and Ennoble Manor for their compassionate care.

JoAnn M. Scannell

JoAnn M. Scannell, 89, of Dubuque, died Sunday, November 10, 2019, at the Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM Thursday, November 14, 2019, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 2001 St. Joseph Street. The Mass of Christian Burial for JoAnn will be 11:00 AM Thursday, November 14, 2019, St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church with Rev. Father Thomas McDermott as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

JoAnn was born October 26, 1930, in Rickardsville, IA, the daughter of Peter and Mabel Friedman Regan. On June 19, 1954, she married John A. Scannell in St. Joseph Church in Rickardsville, IA.

She was an executive secretary at John Deere Dubuque Works and Woodward Communications in the shopping news division.

Longtime member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. She enjoyed exercising with her Senior Fitness Friends and crafted table favors for nursing homes and daycare center for over 15 years.

Survivors include her husband, John; five daughters, Julia (Kevin Pruessner) Scannell of Napa, CA, Jacquelyn (Mark) Mitchell of Iowa City, IA, Jeanne (Mark) Dullea of Greenville, SC, Janet “Jan” (Terry) Pape of Sherrill; and Joan (Tim) Thill of Dubuque; eight grandchildren, Andrew Pape, Sarah (Kurt Kaylor) Mitchell, Kathryn “Katie” Pape, Hannah Thill, Emily Mitchell, Johnathon Thill, Madelyn Dullea, Cecelia Thill, and step grandson, Luke Mitchell; brother, Patrick (Stella) Regan of Dubuque; and her furry best friend, Keesha.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Rosemary Howard, brother, Verlyn Regan, and father-and mother-in-law, Frank and Cecelia Scannell.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

The family would like to thank their loving and caring neighbors.

Marie E. Heinrich

Marie E. Heinrich, 95, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday morning, November 9, 2019, at her home.

A celebration of her life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, November 16, 2019, at First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019, from 4 to 7 P.M. at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Union Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Marie Eleanor Goettler was born on November 16, 1923 on the family farm north of Andrew, Iowa to Henry and Magdalena (Reiss) Goettler. She graduated from Andrew High School in 1941 and then took normal training at the University of Dubuque where she earned her Teaching Certificate. She then taught in rural schools for several years.

On February 10, 1945 she married Marcel Heinrich in Andrew, Iowa. After Marcel returned from the service they began farming where she helped with the operation. In 1954, they moved to their present farm northwest of Maquoketa. Marie milked for over 50 years and enjoyed cultivating corn until her retirement in 2007. Marcel preceded her in death on September 2, 1983.

Marie was a longtime active member of First Lutheran Church in Maquoketa, and the Jackson County Historical Society. She enjoyed reading, crocheting, gardening, flowers, painting buildings, bird watching, and refinishing furniture.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Paul (Chris) Heinrich of Maquoketa, IA, Pastor Judy Heinrich of Maquoketa, IA, and Joe (Shelley) Heinrich of Maquoketa, IA; a son- in-law, Jerry (and friend Bev Wassenhove) Hoyle of Milan, IL; 6 grandchildren, Nicholas (Michelle) Heinrich, Ann (Shad) Patterson, Joseph Wolf, Katherine (Benjamin) Grayson, Amber (Ben) Selman, and Jill (Kaleb) Marshall; 6 great-grandchildren; a brother, Oswald (Carol) Goettler of Monona, IA; and a sister-in-law, Fern Goettler of Maquoketa, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Marcel, daughters Jean Gardner and Connie Hoyle, a brother Harold Goettler, and a sister Malinda Johnson.

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

Gene D. Gauer

Gene D. Gauer, 92, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away Monday, November 4, 2019 at MercyOne in Dubuque, Iowa.

A graveside service will be held at Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque on Monday, November 11, 2019 at 2 p.m. Military honors will be performed.

Gene was born September 21, 1927, in Dubuque. He was a Ham Radio Operator as well as a member of the Great River Amateur Radio Club in Dubuque. He enjoyed building model planes and roller-skating in his free time. Gene served in the US Navy.

Survivors include his daughter, Linda Louise Gauer of St. Johns, Arizona, his son, David Gauer, grandchildren: Strider M. Teague, Aaron Teague, Phillip R. Council, Laura A. Council, David Gauer, 8 great grandchildren: and 4 siblings.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

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

Rose Mary Greenwood

Rose Mary Greenwood, 90, of Farley, Iowa passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019 at Mercy One Medical Center Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Rose Mary will be held from noon to 2 p.m., on Thursday, November 14, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Farley, Iowa. Services for Rose Mary will be held at 2:30 p.m., at the Reiff Funeral Home in Farley, Iowa, with Pastor Julie Schubert presiding. Burial will be held in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Farley, Iowa.

She was born December 18, 1928 in Dyersville, Iowa, daughter of Joseph and Magdellan (Jaeger) Krogman-the oldest of 15 children. She received her education in the Dyersville area schools. On October 15, 1945 she was united in marriage to Harold Greenwood at St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville, IA. He preceded her in death on May 10, 1990. The couple farmed in the rural Worthington area where they rasied their family.

She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Farley and its Altar and Rosary Society.

She is survived by one son, Paul (Alice) Greenwood of Epworth, IA; three daughters, Mary Jane (Gary) Ludwig of Worthington, IA, Margie (Ernest) White of Mt. Sterling, WI, and Ann Black of Pella, IA; 12 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; three siblings, James Krogman of Worthington, IA, Richard (Debra) Krogman of Dubuque, IA, and Verla Turnis of Worthington, IA; two brothers-in-law, Dennis Foxen of Dyersville, IA and Harold Tibbetts of Mesquite, NV; two sisters-in-law, Linda Krogman of Dyersville, IA and Helen Krogman-Taylor of Dubuque, IA; and a special friend, Gilbert “Gib” Lehmann of Farley, IA.

She is preceded in death by her parents; two grandson, Trace Black and Joseph Greenwood; five sisters, Kathy Foxen, Bonita Krogman, Helen ((Gilbert) Bahl, Mary (George) Sorenson, Carol Tibbetts; brothers, Elwood (Eunice) Krogman, Vernon (Raynette) Krogman, Thomas Krogman, David Krogman and Gary Krogman; half brothers and sister, LeRoy Krogman, Joseph (Toots) Krogman and Pearl (Lawrence) Rolling; a brother-in-law, Vincent (Victoria) Greenwood and a sister-in-law, Margaret (Elmer) Schuster.

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

Marie C. Noonan

Marie C. Noonan, 93, of Bernard, Iowa, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019 at Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa.

Visitation for Marie will be held from 2 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a Wake service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, November 13, 2019 after 9 a.m. at the funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Marie will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 13, 2019 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Garryowen, Iowa, with Msgr. James Miller Presiding. Burial will be held in St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Garryowen, Iowa.

She was born October 22, 1926 in Holy Cross, Iowa, daughter of Henry and Catherine (Diesburg) Meyer. She received her education in the Holy Cross area schools. On September 10, 1947 she was united in marriage to Willard L. Noonan at Holy Family Catholic Church in New Melleray-Peosta, IA. He preceded her in death on April 30, 2016. The couple farmed in the Bernard area their whole lives where they raised their five boys.
She was a member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Garryowen, Iowa and its Rosary Society.

She is survived by four children, Chuck (Amy) Noonan of Bernard, IA, a daughter-in-law, Nancy Noonan of Bernard, IA, Rich (Joyce) Noonan of Zwingle, IA, Bob (Vicki) Noonan and John (Mary Pat) Noonan both of Bernard, IA; 18 grandchildren; 45 great grandchildren; one sister, Doris (Gerry) Kutsch of Milwaukee, WI; and a sister-in-law, Maurna O’Brien of Cascade, IA.

She is also preceded in death by her parents; a son, Ronald J. Noonan on August 11, 2006; two daughters-in-law, Kay Noonan and Denise Noonan; a twin sister, Virginia (Ray) Heiar; a brother, Merlin (JoAnne) Meyer; a sister and brother-in-law, Carlene (Ray) McDonnell; a brother-in-law, George O’Brien.

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

The family wishes to thank Shady Rest Care Center and Staff, Above and Beyond Hospice and Home Care, Sherry Kelchen and staff and all the friends and family who visited with Marie.

Robert F. Beecher

Robert F. Beecher, 88, of Dubuque, died Saturday, November 9, 2019, at the Dubuque Specialty Care Initiatives in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 3860 Asbury Road.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Bob will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 13, 2019, at St. Anthony Catholic Church with Rev. Father Steven Rosonke as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Robert was born October 28, 1931, in Dubuque, the son of Joseph A. and Vivian Meloy Beecher. On February 7, 1953, he married Betty Smith at St. Mary’s Church in Dubuque.

He was a graduate of St. Columbkille’s High School.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during the Korean War.

Robert was the owner of Beecher Company. He started Beecher’s Ice Cream in 1982 after leaving Beecher Quarries.

He was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church. He enjoyed the river with his family and trips to the casino.

Survivors include his wife, Betty, of Dubuque; four children, Pam (Kevin) Welsh of Dubuque, Craig (Bonnie) Beecher of Dubuque, Paula Beecher of Phoenix, AZ, and Brian (Cali) Beecher of Dubuque; six grandchildren, Kristin Beecher-Gross, Brent Beecher, Trisha (Max) Huss, Garret (Liz) Welsh, Phil Beecher, and Beth (Seth) Hoerner; three great-grandchildren, Eli Gross, and Vivian and Jace Hoerner; and one sister, Patricia Maiers of Dubuque.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, and sisters.

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for St. Anthony Catholic Church and Dubuque Humane Society.

The family thanks Dr. Whalen and Tri State Dialysis for taking special care of Beech.

Rosemary A. Boge

Rosemary “Rosie” Ann Boge, 74, of North Buena Vista, died Thursday, November 7, 2019, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City.

Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 218 Main St, North Buena Vista, IA.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 12, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Father Marvin Bries as the Celebrant. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Rosemary was born July 29, 1945, in New Hampton, IA, the daughter of Joseph John and Adella Anne Ruhoff Baltes. She married David Paul Wagner on September 12, 1964. He died November 3, 1975. On June 5, 1982, she married Eugene Robert Boge in Epworth.

She attended St. Williams High School in Alta Vista, IA, before graduating from New Hampton High School in 1963.

Rosie worked at John Deere Dubuque Works for 27 years, retiring January of 2002. She previously worked at the Welfare Office and farmed in Alta Vista and Cresco, IA.

She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church in North Buena Vista, and it’s Rosary Society, and helped with the church’s dinners, and picnics. She enjoyed cooking, quilting, luncheons with friends, visiting family, watching her grandson’s sporting events, and going to Bell Tower plays.

Survivors include her husband, Gene Boge of North Buena Vista; one daughter, Laurie Ann (Earl) Nelson of Port Byron, IL; three grandchildren, Cade, Aiden, and Leyton; two brothers, Bernard (Sue) Baltes of Rolling Prairie, IN, Donald (Linda) Baltes of Rochester, MN; one sister, Janice (Kenny) Archer of Ottumwa; one sister-in-law, Alice Baltes of Cortez, CO; her in-laws from her first marriage to David, Paul (Joyce) Wagner, Marie (Leon) Bleile, and Carol (Rick) Smith, all of Dubuque; her in-laws from her second marriage to Eugene, Bonnie (Kenny) McDermott of Epworth, IA, and Doris (Rick Kremer) Kinsella of Dubuque; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her first husband, David, she was preceded in death by her parents, one brother, Edward, her parents-in-law, Elmer & Madeline Wagner and Walter & Loretta Boge, and in-laws, Larry Whittom, Ruth Wagner, Joe & Janet Bleile, niece, Suzie Bleile, nephew, Danny Wagner, and special friends, Katie Flaherty &  Kathy Ludovissy.

The family extends a special thank you to the entire Wagner family for their love and support through the years.

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

Victoria Foht

Victoria “Vicki” Foht, 65, formerly of East Dubuque, IL., passed away Friday November 8, 2019 at Manor Care Nursing Center in Dubuque, IA.  Vicki was born January 27, 1954 in Dubuque, IA, to Hank and Rose (Hasken) Fellenzer of East Dubuque.

In spite of contracting Multiple Sclerosis in her early teens, Vicki successfully gave birth to two sons, Anthony and Kyle. Vicki spent her entire life battling the ravages of Multiple Sclerosis.  For her the thrill of school dances was only slightly complicated by the need of crutches.  But soon a walker was needed, then various wheel chairs, eventually succumbing to a mostly bedridden life style in her later years.  Through it all several things remained constant:  her devoted son Tony, her dedicated sister Pat, and a razor sharp sarcastic sense of humor.  She may not have been mobile but she was definitely cognizant of and enjoyed the world around her.

Vicki is preceded in death by both her parents (Hank & Rose), her young son Kyle, and brother Kevin Fellenzer.

Vicki is survived by her son Anthony (& Stacy) Foht, grandchildren Madison & Samantha Foht, and two sisters Pat (& Bob Vanderah) and Susan (& Richard Stark), as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

There will a private ceremony at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque on Saturday November 16 from 9 to 11am.  Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millerfhed.com

Carol A. Lau

Carol A. Lau, age 89 of Dubuque, Iowa completed her earthly journey on Tuesday, November 5, 2019 at Ennoble Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dubuque, surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Carol’s life, a Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 15, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. at the Mueller Memorial Chapel at Linwood Cemetery, 2736 Windsor Avenue, Dubuque, Iowa.  Burial will be in the Linwood Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Carol’s family.

Carol was born on February 18, 1930 in Waterloo, Iowa, a daughter to Fred and Edith (Lubberts) Johnson.  Carol was raised with a strong commitment to giving of herself, time and energy first and foremost.  She faithfully devoted over 45 years of her working career as a Registered Nurse to help complete that task.  Carol had the opportunity to work in various locations and facilities, but the years she spent at Finley and Mercy Hospitals were among her most rewarding.  But, even outside of work, Carol was driven to share her generous spirit with all whom she loved and cared for.  Whether she was creating magic at her fingertips on her sewing machine, at her crafts table, or in her kitchen, you could be sure Carol was working on something special which she could bless those around her with.

Carol was a kind and fun-loving woman who embraced each day with an optimistic smile which couldn’t help but brighten any room she walked into.  Her love for sweets was the only thing which came in second to her love for others.  Carol never met a child she didn’t like, but when it came to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, you could continually see that unconditional love in action.  Nothing brought her greater joy than to hear their voices and catch up on the daily events in their lives.  Carol spent her 89 years among us making the world a better place on her terms and countless lives have been impacted for the better because of that fact.  We will miss her gentle spirit moving forward, but we know that she is now at peace from her earthly struggles and we find peace in trusting that she has begun her eternal journey and only has to wait patiently for us to join her again in time.  Thank you, Carol, for all of your love and lessons you’ve left behind, and may we discover peace in the comfort of carrying your legacy forward.

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Carol include,

her 3 children,
Marianne (Tom) Lytle, Dubuque, Iowa,
Dave (Susan) Lau, Dubuque, Iowa,
and Karen Lau, Dubuque, Iowa;

her 4 granddaughters,
Lindsay (Jesse) Drew, Ankeny, Iowa,
Abbey (Brad) VanWeelden, Des Moines, Iowa,
Stephanie (Adam) Aleshire, Des Moines, Iowa,
and Ashley (Matt Lester) Lau, Dubuque, Iowa;

her 6 great-grandchildren,
Eva Drew, Presley Drew, Waylon VanWeelden, Landry VanWeelden, Willow Lester and Odin Lester;

her sister,
Kathy LeBrun, Kent, Washington;

her brother,
Paul (Anne) Johnson, Des Moines, Iowa;

along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother-in-law, Jay LeBrun.

Carol’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Ennoble Manor, and Hospice of Dubuque, for all of their professional and compassionate care of Carol, and her family.

In lieu of flowers, a Carol A. Lau memorial fund has been established.

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