Obituaries Archive

Sr. Mary Catherine St. Martin, OP

Sister Mary Catherine St. Martin, OP, died April 19, 2025, at St. Dominic Villa, Hazel Green, Wis. Her Remembering Service and Funeral Mass will take place at 10:30 a.m. Thurs., May 8 at St. Dominic Villa. Miller Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Sister Mary Catherine was born June 25, 1932, to Albert and Mildred (Hanrehan) St. Martin in Minneapolis, Minn. She made profession as a Dominican Sister of Sinsinawa in 1953 and received the religious name Sister Alberto. She earned her BA in English from Rosary College, River Forest, Ill., and an MA in curriculum and administration from St. Xavier College, Chicago, Ill.

Her ministry was dedicated to teaching, administration, and health care. She taught at St. Giles School, Oak Park, Ill., where she also served as principal; St. Louis de Montfort School, Oak Lawn, Ill.; St. Thomas Apostle School and Epiphany School, Chicago; Risen Christ School and Holy Rosary School, Minneapolis, where she also served as principal; and St. Martin de Porres High School, Waukegan, Ill. Sister Mary Catherine also served as principal at Resurrection School, Minneapolis, and at St. Thomas More School, Chicago. She ministered at St. Dominic Villa in both Dubuque, Ia., and Sinsinawa, Wis., as administrator and assistant prioress and was a pastoral caregiver at the Motherhouse, Sinsinawa. Sr. Mary Catherine attended to each Sister with a deep love and compassionate spirit rooted in prayer.

Sister Mary Catherine was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Thomas, Edward, and Jerome; and a sister, Bernadette St. Martin. She is survived by a sister, Clare Foley and her Dominican Sisters.

Memorials may be made to the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, 585 County Road Z, Sinsinawa, Wis., or given online at www.sinsinawa.org/donate.

Pamela J. Bartels

Pamela J. Bartels, 67 of Platteville, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at UW Madison Hospital surrounded by her family. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. on Monday, April 28, 2025 at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Hazel Green, Wisconsin. Following the visitation, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m. with Rev. Gregory Ihm officiating. Burial will be held at Nativity BVM Cemetery in Menominee, Illinois. Casey-McNett Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cuba City, Wisconsin is assisting the family.

Pam was born on September 14, 1957 in Dubuque, Iowa to Anthony “Tony” and Dorothy (Ahern) McDermott. Pam grew up in Menominee, Illinois. She married the love of her life, Bob Bartels, on September 15, 2001.

Pam was a dietician at Finley before completing her Nursing degree at NICC. She was a nurse for about 10 years until she became a Pastoral Caregiver at St. Dominic Villa in Sinsinawa, Wisconsin. She lovingly cared for the Dominican Sisters who resided there. She accompanied them to medical appointments, was a contact person for their families, and decorated the chapel for holidays and special occasions. Her favorite task was praying with and for the Sisters. Her hobbies included spending time at the Power of Prayer and St. Joseph Adoration Chapels, reading and crocheting. Spending time with family and friends was of the utmost importance to Pam. She was a very faithful servant and passionate about prayer.

Those left to honor her memory include her beloved husband, Bob Bartels; her mother, Dorothy McDermott; her siblings, Ron McDermott, Tammy (Jim) Goken, Linda (Jay) Peacock, Debbie Brehm, John McDermott, Shawn (Jenny) McDermott, Phil (Mia) McDermott, and Erin (Josh) Mulderink; her in-laws, John Bartels, Judy Babler and Bill Bartels; her Godchildren, Tony Less, Teresea Carroll, and Charlton Redman; many aunts and uncles, several nieces and nephews, many cousins, as well as great-nieces and great-nephews; and many dear friends including Peg Carroll, Dennis Streif  and Tina Hamel, Rose and Steve Meyer, Yong O’Connor, Kathleen Ryan, and Don and Kathy Wilhelm.

She was preceded in death by her father, Tony McDermott; many aunts, uncles and cousins; her nephew, JJ; great-nephews, Gabe and Shay; as well as many Dominican Sisters she grew to love. She was also preceded in death by in-laws, John and Ann Bartels, Irv and Connie Bartels, Gary Bartels, and Terry Babler.

Memorials in Pam’s name may be sent to the funeral home at 123 N. Jackson St., Cuba City, WI 53807.

 The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Carrie Bartels and Mary Kramer for being a source of comfort and support during this difficult time. Your  kindness and generosity will never be forgotten.

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

Ryan M. Steil

Ryan M. Steil, 37, of Albuquerque, NM, formerly of LaMotte, passed away in his sleep due to heart issues on April 9, 2025, in Albuquerque.

Visitation for family and friends will be on Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, with a sharing time at 12:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Holy Rosary Cemetery in LaMotte.

Ryan was born on August 26, 1987, at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque, the son of Keenan and Beverly (Shanahan) Steil. He graduated from Andrew High School, class of 2005. He then went on to attend Kirkwood Community College.

He worked for Roadie, doing delivery service for local pharmacies. He enjoyed visiting with the elderly and would help them at their homes and with errands. In high school, Ryan was a member of TAG, quiz bowl, team spelling, he organized a trip to Acapulco with his Spanish class during his junior year and was also a part of the golf and baseball teams.

Ryan loved the Chicago Cubs, Pittsburgh Steelers and Iowa Hawkeyes. Growing up he spent many hours helping Grandpa Art, Kevin and Derek on the farm.  The best part was lunch at Circle C and Papa’s. The worst part was making fence. Ryan and Grandpa Art also had a paper route together for the whole town of LaMotte. Ryan and Derek would go out for supper at least twice a week with Grandma and Grandpa Art. He enjoyed going to the spring at the Steil farm, and fishing at Waller’s with Grandpa Jerry and Derek.  and watching the Cubs Games at the Walnut Tap. He loved the 4th of July in LaMotte. Ryan loved spending time with Derek and Emma “Scrubber” especially watching Cubs games and movies.  He loved all his friends and cherished the friendship with Bryan Bertling and Austin Ambrosy. Bev will miss his daily phone calls that ended with “I love you ma, tell Derek and Scrubber I love them”

Ryan is survived by his mother Beverly (Jerome) Gaul; his father Keenan (Sue) Steil; siblings: Derek (Angel) Steil and Emma (Andrew Bean) Steil; his fiancé Devina Gonzales; nieces/nephews: Isaac, Josh, Jaleb, Caanan, Brantley, Riley, Maddie, Logan, Cammie, Kayla, Emmy, Trevan, Trent, Harlee, and Ryker; aunts/uncles: Laura Heiken, Kevin (Karen) Capesius, Glen Shanahan, Linda Shanahan, Terry (Sue) Steil, Kevin (Karen) Steil, Dion Steil, Darren (Jenny) Steil; step-siblings: Kyle (Kelsey) Gaul, Jess (Kelly) Gaul, Justin Gaul, Jeremy (Nichole) Teasdale, Chrissy (Rusty) Teasdale, and Jesse (Jackie) Bell.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents Allan Shanahan, Art and Carol Capesius, Jerry and Gloria Steil; stepbrother Dan Teasdale; and Charlie, his golden retriever and his fish “Garfield” he had for over 12 years.

The family would like to thank Kristin and Eddie and everyone at Leonard Funeral Home along with Riverside Funeral Home in Albuquerque for all the guidance, care and compassion they showed.

Robert J. Wessel

Robert (Bob) J. Wessel, 84, of Colesburg, Iowa passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at Unity Point/St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa as a result of complications from surgery.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 – 11:15 a.m. on Monday, April 28, 2025, at St. Patrick Parish Center in Colesburg, prior to Funeral Services which will be held at 11:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Colesburg.  Rev. John Haugen will officiate.  Private family burial will follow.

Bob was born July 3, 1940, in Greeley, Iowa, son of Burdette and Lucile (Hilsenbeck) Wessel.  He served in the military for 3 years.  Bob married Julia Nachtman on May 11, 1968 in Earlville, Iowa.  Together they farmed north of Colesburg for 60 years.  He also worked as a welder at John Deere for over 30 years.  Following retirement from John Deere, Bob continued to work in various jobs until his passing. Bob was a faith filled man who cherished his family.  He was kindhearted with a gentle smile who was willing to help anyone in need.  He also enjoyed fishing, listening to polka music and farming. In addition, Bob was a proud veteran and an active member of the Colesburg Legion.

Survivors include his wife, Julia; children: Christina Carter of Story City, Thomas (Amy) Wessel of Edgewood, Deanne (Scott) Hermsen of Dyersville, John (Kara) Wessel of Colesburg, Jennifer (Eric) Cherne of Colesburg; grandchildren: Ryan and Michael Carter, Natalie, Avery and Samantha Wessel, Jacob and Joseph Hermsen, Justin, Elizabeth (Alex Welch) and Luke Wessel, Mariah and Lauren Cherne; siblings: Edward (Elaine) Wessel, Diane (Patrick) Gannon, Marla Fett, Esther Fitzpatrick, Calvin (Vicki) Wessel, David (Joyce) Wessel; in-laws: Francis Nachtman, Rita Nachtman, Betty (Gene) Kruse, Charlotte Nachtman and Leo Roling.

He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law: Cletus and Elizabeth Nachtman; in-laws: Mary Murray, John Nachtman, Dorothy Roling, Robert Murray, and Wallace Fett.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Colesburg Legion.

Kramer-Morris Funeral Home in Dyersville is assisting the family.  Information is available at https://www.kramer-morrisfuneralhome.com.

Carol J. Moyer

Carol J. Moyer, 83, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on April 23rd, 2025, at Stonehill Health Center.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 28th, 2025, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with a funeral service to be held at 11:00 a.m. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery.

She was born on June 27th, 1941, in Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Melvin Pauley and Arlene Moes. Carol married Stanley Moyer in 1963 at St. Columbkille Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on September 2, 2015. Carol worked at Woolworth’s before dedicating her life to taking care of children in her home for over 30 years. She later volunteered as a foster grandparent at Lincoln School for over ten years. She always had an open heart and an open home. Carol enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, who affectionately called her “Grandma Shopping.”

Carol is survived by four children, David (Julie) Moyer, of Cedar Falls, Julie (Robert) Beyer, of Dubuque, Douglas (Connie) Moyer, of Dubuque, and Linda (Mark) Duve, of Dubuque, seven grandchildren Jacob (Ksenia) Beyer, Taryn (Eric) Hines, Allison (Colby) Brown, Cailee (Justin) Hendricks, Maranda (Zachary) Carter, Mitch (Josie) Duve, and Ethan Moyer, and ten great grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Joan Meyer, Tom (Peg) Pauly, and Bob Murphy, and brother-in-law Carl (Carolyn) Moyer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Stanley, brother Jim Murphy, and brother-in-law Donnie Meyer.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.

The family wishes to thank the nurses and staff of Stonehill Care Center, especially the Memory Care Unit.

Craig J. Steffen

Craig J. Steffen, age 72, of Dubuque, IA, died unexpectedly on April 15, 2025.  A memorial service for Craig will be held at 3:00 p.m. CT, on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3650 Asbury Road in Dubuque. It may also be attended virtually via Zoom meeting ID: 836 8476 0436, Passcode: 1952.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Craig’s family.

Craig was born on November 28, 1952, in Cresco, IA, to John J. and Barbara M (Ehlert) Steffen, and grew up in Dubuque.  He was in the first graduating class of Hempstead High School in 1971.  After graduation, he worked at Bacon Veneer and part-time for his father at Steffen’s Standard Service Station on W. Locust.  After a number of years at Bacon Veneer, he moved to Dyersville and began working at Modernfold, Inc., spending about 18 years there.  For health reasons, he moved to Farley, and later worked at Goodwill in Dubuque.  He retired from there in 2017 and moved to Dubuque in 2019.

His faith and family were his greatest joys, and he always did his best to make the most of each day he was given.  He was also very appreciative of and grateful for his family who helped him through his health struggles, as well as for his friends, and his many caregivers at Stonehill, Oak Park Place, and Hawkeye Care Center.  He was always ready with a joke and had an uncanny ability to give everyone around him a hard time in the most loving way possible.

In his free time, Craig enjoyed some hobbies like woodworking and building projects, and was known as a collector of all kinds of pig souvenirs. But throughout Craig’s life, his faith and devotion to serving Jehovah God was his top priority.  He thus spent as much time as he could in Bible study and sharing the good news of God’s Kingdom with others.  Craig was a kind and gentle soul who loved to kid those around him and was able to find peace in each circumstance that made its way into his life.  He especially enjoyed talking with and listening to the young children of his friends, and because of his kind attention to them, many of those young ones considered him their best friend. We will miss Craig more than words could say, and now wait patiently to see him again one day, vibrant and healthy.

Those left to cherish the memory of Craig include,

his two brothers,
Mark B. (Rebecca) Steffen, Dubuque, IA,
and Kim W. (Regan) Steffen, Centerville, IA;

his nephews,
Javan Steffen, Kidron Steffen, and Micaiah Steffen, all of Greeneville, SC

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents; his uncle, Wallace Ehlert; and his aunts, Sucyn “Sue” (Harold) Tenney, Mary Ehlert, Eleanor Lester, Emma Aegler, Florence Walker, and Mildred Lester-Schaber.

Craig’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hawkeye Care Center, the Finley Emergency Room, Oak Park Place, and Stonehill Communities for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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

Sharon A. Runde

Sharon Ann Runde, 74, of Hazel Green, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at home with her family by her side. Visitation will be held at Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque on Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Private funeral services will be held at a later date at St. Francis de Sales Cemetery in Hazel Green.

Sharon was born May 25, 1950, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Ray and Helen (Helbing) Jansen. She married Tom Runde on August 30, 1969, and Tom and Sharon shared more than 55 loving years together.

Sharon worked at Sinsinawa Mound as an administrative assistant and later at Premier Bank in data processing until her retirement. Sharon loved spending time with family, and especially with their grandchildren. To her grandkids, Grandma and Grandpa’s house was always their second home, and Sharon always held a special place in her big heart for them. Grandma was always in the stands cheering them on at their football games and volleyball and wrestling matches—and she never missed the chance to be there for them in moments big and small. In addition to being a devoted Grandma, she was also a dedicated Wisconsin Badgers and Green Bay Packers fan.

Sharon is survived by her husband Tom and their children, Jeff (Corissa) Runde and Julie (Aaron) Leibfried; and their grandchildren, Derek, Troy and Emma Leibfried and Ben Runde. Also surviving is a sister, Shirley Burbach; a brother, Ken Jansen; in-laws Joe Burbach, Milton Gotzinger, Julie Jansen, Jeannette (George) Rieder and Ron Marian) Runde; and many nieces and nephews.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather Hilary Wiederholt; mother and father-in-law Mary and Carl Runde; brothers Virgil Jansen and Donald Jansen; sister Jeannette Gotzinger; in-laws Bernadette Jansen, Sally Jansen, Phyliss Runde, and Linus and Lucy Runde; nephews Paul Jansen, Brian Jansen and Tony Burbach; and grandson Adam Runde.

The family would like to thank Dr. Mark Runde and the staff at Mercy One, along with Hospice of Dubuque, for their professional and compassionate care.

In lieu of flowers, a Sharon A. Runde memorial fund has been established.

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

Mary K. Fahey

Mary Kathleen Fahey, 75, of Dubuque, IA, passed away April 21, 2025, at home.

No formal services will be held, a private family service will be held at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Dubuque. Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family.

Mary was born on December 29, 1949, in Dubuque, IA, to Charles and Marion (Wiedner) Fahey. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree from Clarke College. She worked for Brown Publishing and Fahey & Toohey both in Dubuque. She especially enjoyed visiting Ireland and researching her ancestry.

Mary is survived by her sister Nora Kafer; brother Tim Fahey; nephew Dan (Allyson Ochs) Kafer.

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law Roger Kafer.

The family would like to express a special thank you to the nurses and staff at Tri-State Dialysis for their exceptional care of Mary.

Alberta M. Waller

Alberta Marie Waller, 91, of Bernard, Iowa, passed away on April 15, 2025, at home surrounded by her family.

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 26th, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with a funeral service to be held at 11:30 a.m. with Karmen Jamison, CLM, officiating. Burial will follow in Dubuque Memorial Gardens.

Alberta was born on June 29, 1933, in Iowa City, Iowa, the daughter of Iliff and Edna (Walroff) Heister. Alberta grew up on a farm near Bernard in Jackson County and received her education at Shanahan Country School. On September 21, 1952, she married Clarence R. Waller. Together, they farmed near Bernard and lovingly raised four children. Clarence passed away on July 17, 1999.

Alberta was known for her strong work ethic. As the oldest of nine siblings, she worked side by side with Clarence on the farm, tending to beef cattle, hogs, and milk cows. She also raised poultry to help support the family. A gifted cook, Alberta made everything from scratch—homemade bread, pies, and her legendary cinnamon rolls were family favorites. She enjoyed playing cards and was a proud member of the Town and Country Euchre Club. Alberta also liked visiting the Q Casino for a bit of fun.

She is survived by her children Tom Waller of Zwingle, Earl (Janet) Waller of Bernard, Allan (Tonya) Waller of Bernard, and Rose (Randy) Stoffel of Bernard, and her grandchildren Jennifer (Tom) Hunt of Cascade, Jessica (Jason) Wilgenbusch of Durango, Jeanna (Brandon) Pachtinger of Monmouth, Gregory (Samantha) Waller of Maquoketa, Austin Waller (special friend Cassie) of Bernard, Alex Waller of Bernard, and Taylor Waller (special friend Devon) of Marion. Alberta was a cherished great-grandmother to Kyle Hunt (special friend Ava), Adam Hunt, Carter Wilgenbusch, Calli Wilgenbusch, Caleb Wilgenbusch, Skylar Pachtinger, Jazmine Pachtinger, and Maddie Koppes (special friend Landon). She is also survived by her brothers Morgan Heister and Roger Heister; her sisters Shirley Gartman and Marie (special friend Joe) Klein; and sisters-in-law Audrey Waller, Joann Waller, and Martha Heister.

Alberta was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter-in-law Bonnie Waller; her brothers Bill Heister, Hubert (Joette) Heister, and Dick Heister; her sister Mary Nelson; and eight brothers-in-law and six sisters-in-law on the Waller side.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to Hospice of Jackson County for their compassionate care and support for Alberta and her family.

Earl M. Oberbroeckling

Earl M. Oberbroeckling, 72, of Dyersville, Iowa passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at MercyOne in Dubuque, Iowa.

Visitation for Earl will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., on Friday, April 25, 2025, at the Reiff funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa, where a prayer service will be held at 4 p.m.  Visitation will also be held after 9 a.m., on Saturday at the funeral home.

Mass of Christian Burial for Earl will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Worthington, Iowa with Rev. Philip Agyei presiding.  Burial will follow in St. Paul’s Cemetery in Worthington.

Earl was born on May 20, 1952, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Henry B. and Jeanne L. (Bockenstedt) Oberbroeckling.  Earl was a graduate of Beckman High School in Dyersville, Iowa.  On August 30, 1974, he was united in marriage to Debbie Pins at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Farley, Iowa.  Earl worked at L & S Ag in Worthington, Iowa for over 20 years.

He was a member of the St. Francis Parish in Dyersville.  Earl loved to Golf, Fish, Hund, and keep an eye on the neighborhood.

Those left to cherish Earl’s memory are his wife of almost 50 years, Debbie Oberbroeckling of Dyersville; three sons, Jeremy (Lori) Oberbroeckling of Phoenix, AZ, Bret (April) Oberbroeckling of Overland Park, KS, and Eric (Mandy) Oberbroeckling of Robins, IA; 10 grandchildren; five siblings, Wayne Oberbroeckling of Worthington, Ron (Sharon) Oberbroeckling, Dean (Connie) Oberbroeckling both of Dyersville, Al Oberbroeckling of Monticello, and Milly Thissen of Bloomington, MN; brothers and sisters-in-law, David (Grace) Pins, and Sherry Pins both of Farley, Rodney (Ronda) Pins of Cedar Rapids, Cindy Pins of Dubuque, and Brenda (Tom) Steger of Guttenberg.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Mary Lou (James) Vorwald, and Elaine A. Oberbroeckling; father and mother-in-law, LaVerne L. and Marcille M. (Ahlers) Pins; brothers-in-law, Herman Thissen and Jeffery Pins; and a nephew, Jeff Vorwald.

Online Condolences may be given to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

Sr. Mary Kivlahan

Sr. Mary (Timothea) Kivlahan passed away Friday, April 18, 2025 at Clare House, Mt. St. Francis. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Clare House Chapel, Mount St. Francis Center at 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 21, 2025, followed by burial at the Sisters of St. Francis natural burial site. Guests unable to attend may participate via livestream at: www.youtube.com/dubuquefranciscans

Sr. Mary was born  July 16, 1930 in Detroit, MI; daughter of Henry and Margaret (Foley) Kivlahan.

Mary entered the Sisters of St. Francis August 25, 1950 and made final profession of vows August 10, 1956. Sister received her masters degree in elementary administration from Loras College, Dubuque, IA. She ministered as a teacher and principal at Iowa schools in Ossian, Dyersville, Sugar Creek, Fillmore, Stacyville, St. Joseph, Earlville, St. John, Burlington, St. Mary, Centerville and in Dubuque at Holy Trinity and St. Mary. She also served as an educator in Eugene, OR and Freeport, IL. Sr. Mary was later missioned as a nurse home visitor at Mercy Hospital, Centerville, IA and in pastoral ministry at Holy Trinity, Dubuque.

Sister is survived by her sister, Joanne (Richard “Dick”) Boudrea, sister-in-law, Patricia “Pat” Kivlahan,  nieces, nephews, and her Franciscan sisters.

Sister was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Alice (Bob) Stenander and her brothers, John (Jack)Kivlahan, Dr. James “Jim” (Lorena) Kivlahan, and Henry Kivlahan.

The Sisters of St. Francis express their thanks to Hospice of Dubuque and the MSFC staff for their care and concern.

Memorials may be given to the Sisters of St. Francis, Dubuque, IA.

The Egelhof, Siefert & Casper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Eleanor Hamilton

Eleanor Hamilton (nee Curtis) passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Hill View Health Care Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin at the age of 76. She was born and raised in Hazel Green Wisconsin. Attended Benton and Hazel Green Grade schools and graduated from Hazel Green High School in 1966. She obtained a registered nursing degree from Madison Methodist Hospital, Madison, Wisconsin. She worked for the VA medical centers in multiple locations until she retired from the Tomah VA in 1996.

In 1982 Eleanor met the love of her life James (Jim) Hamilton and they were married until his death in 2024. Through the years they experienced many adventures together.

She also became a stepmother and grandmother to Jim’s family and loved them very much.

Eleanor is survived by two stepchildren: Paul (Sarah) Hamilton of Tomah, WI and Carl (Jennifer) Hamilton of Westby, WI. Six Step grandchildren: Kin, Levi, Brandie, Airiel, Haylie, Jayden; a sister Phyllis Olds, and brother Donald (Janet) Curtis.

Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband Jim Hamilton and her parents Oswald and Beryle Curtis and a brother-in-law Dan Olds.

Funeral services will be held 1:00pm on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the Vosseteig Funeral Home, 203 N State St., La Farge, WI. Rev. Bob Streeter will officiate. Burial will follow in the Viola Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 12 noon until the time of the service. Online condolences may be left at www.fossumfuneralhome.com.

Roland N. Stecklein

Roland N. “Rollie” Stecklein, 98, of Cascade, Iowa, passed away, Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Riverbend in Cascade, Iowa, surrounded by his family.

Visitation for Rollie will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa, where a wake service will be held at 3:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at the funeral home.

A Mass of Christian burial for Roland will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, with Rev. Mark Osterhaus presiding.   Burial will be held in St. John’s Cemetery in Placid, Iowa.

He was born November 26, 1926 in Sherrill Mound, Iowa, son of Edmund R. and Martina M. (Kurt) Stecklein.  He received his education in the Sherrill Mound and then Cascade area schools.  On January 3, 1955 he was united in marriage to Theresa Leib at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa.  The couple farmed in the rural Cascade area, the profession he truly enjoyed.  He was a gentle man with his animals, caring for them meticulously.  After retiring he had another 36 years to enjoy.   He was a member of St. Matthias Parish in Cascade, Iowa.

He loved fishing, he would fish everyday if he could, the 17 years they had at Buenie were some of the best…he enjoyed playing card with family and friends.

He was a very devoted husband and father, grandfather and great grandfather

He is survived by his wife, Theresa Stecklein of Cascade; seven children, David (Karen) Stecklein of MS, Julie (Mike) Wheaton of Peosta, Tim Stecklein of Cascade, Tom (Mary Beth) Stecklein of Temple Hill, Jolene Stecklein of Bernard (& Andrew O’Connell), Jill (Wade) Koopmann  and Jeff (Kelly) Stecklein both of Placid; 13 Grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Hoffmann of Cascade and Judi (Al) Westhoff of Portland, OR; brothers and sisters-in-laws, Jim Goblirsch of Sleepy Eye, MN, Marian Stecklein of Bellevue, Barbara Stecklein of Cascade and Shirley Stecklein of Monticello.

He is preceded in death by his parents; a great grandson, Braxton; three brothers, Ed Stecklein, Clem Stecklein and Lloyd Stecklein; four sisters, Mary Eileen Stecklein, Madonna (Bill Otting and Roger Tucker) Otting-Tucker, Marina (Elmer) Lehmann and Jane Goldirsch; his in-laws, Donald Leib, Howard Leib, Richard Leib, and Dennis (Madonna) Leib, Delores (Cyril “Billy”) Urbain, and Dola (Edwin) Kramer; and a nephew, Randy Leib and a niece, Mary Eileen Kramer.

An online video tribute may be viewed and online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com

The family would like to thank the staff of Riverbend Retirement Community and Hospice of Dubuque for all the care and support given to him and our family.

Donald W. Peters

Donald W. Peters, 82, of Galena, IL, passed away on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the Midwest Medical Senior Care Center in Galena. A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at the Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena, where friends may call from 10 AM until the time of the service. His cremated remains will be interred in Greenwood Cemetery, Galena, with military honors accorded at the graveside by Galena VFW Post #2665 and American Legion Post #193.

Don was born on April 6, 1943, in Galena, the son of Harry J. and Hazel J. (Bills) Peters. He graduated from Galena High School and enlisted in the United States Army on May 27, 1965, serving in the Signal Corps during the Vietnam War until his honorable discharge on May 10, 1967. He worked as a boiler operator at the Savanna Army Depot for thirty-three years until his retirement in 2000. Don enjoyed tinkering in his garage and restoring classic cars and trucks. He loved attending classic car shows and made many friends through this shared passion. He also cherished spending time with his sister-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

He is survived by his sister-in-law, Maxine Peters, along with his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Richard “RJ” and Victor Peters, a sister, Jacquelyn Brewer, a sister-in-law, Algean Peters, a brother-in-law, Richard Brewer, one niece, and one nephew.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Prairie Ridge and Midwest Medical Senior Care Center, as well as Hospice of Dubuque, for the compassion and care they provided to Don.

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

Jadyn N. Hesselmann

Jadyn N. Hesselmann, 21, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Monday, April 14, 2025.

Friends and family may visit from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Burial will be at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery in Long Grove, Iowa on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. Luncheon will follow at the Eldridge Community Center.

Jadyn was born on March 29, 2004, in Davenport, IA, to Mark and Tammie (Clapp) Hesselmann. She graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. She was a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) at Hawkeye Care Center in Dubuque. She was engaged to Joseph Greve.

Jadyn loved animals, especially her and Joseph’s four cats, Tommy, Nova, Klover, and Kiwi. She believed all people were good. She loved with her whole heart and lived every day to the fullest. She was very passionate about her work at Hawkeye and adored all her residents and co-workers. She missed her father every day.

She is survived by her mother Tammie Hesselmann of Dubuque; siblings Joshua (Amanda) Curley of Moline, Ashley (Devin) Looney of Parkview, and Madison Hesselmann of Ankeny; fiancé Joseph Greve of Dubuque; and nieces Trinitee, Kailynn, and Hailie Looney.

Jadyn is preceded in death by her father Mark Hesselmann; grandparents, Thomas and Eileen Hesselmann, Leonard Clapp, and Donna Clapp.