Obituaries Archive

Iva M. Heiserman

Iva M. Heiserman, 95, of Manchester, and formerly of Andrew, Iowa, passed away on Saturday morning, September 1, 2018, at the Good Neighbor Home in Manchester, Iowa.

A celebration of Iva’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 P.M. on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, and again after 9:30 A.M. on Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in the Andrew, IA Cemetery.

Iva Mary Hutton was born on November 3, 1922 in Cascade, Iowa, to Charles and Nellie (Hunter) Hutton. She was a 1940 graduate of Salix, Iowa High School. She married Donald Heiserman on February 14, 1943 in Kahoka, Missouri. To this union three children were born, Judy, Barbara and Dennis.

Iva had a variety of jobs in her career from working in a dental office to being an accountant. Her longest tenure was as a school board and superintendent’s secretary at Andrew School.

Iva was a member of Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew. She enjoyed playing the piano (by ear), writing poetry, going to the casino, playing bingo and cards, watching birds, and attending/watching sporting events. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Judy (Gerald) Zehr of Manchester, IA, Barb Kleis of Anamosa, IA, and Dennis (Deb) Heiserman of Calamus, IA; 8 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren; and a sister-in-law, Helen Hale. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Donald on February 2, 1975, brothers Wesley, Howard, Oliver and Willie, and sisters Viola and Grace.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew or the Good Neighbor Home in Manchester.

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

Verena R. Handfelt

Verena R. Handfelt, 103, of Menominee, Illinois, passed away on Friday, August 31, 2018, at The Villa at Middleton Village, Middleton, Wisconsin.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Nativity BVM Church at Menominee, with Fr. Stephen Lundgren officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family.

Visitation will be from 9:30 – 10:45 a.m. on Wednesday at the Church, where St. Ann’s Society will recited the rosary at 10:00 a.m.

Verena was born on August 30, 1915 in Menominee Township of Jo Daviess County, Illinois, the daughter of Herman and Mary (Imbus) Handfelt.

She was the oldest resident of Menominee, a life-time member of Nativity BVM Parish and its St. Ann’s Society.

Verena worked at home and on the farm. She did housework for area homes and worked at the Nativity BVM rectory for Fr. Al Fitzgibbons.

Surviving is a brother, Edwin Handfelt of Waunakee, Wisconsin, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Alvitus Handfelt and a sister Magdalen Delaney; sisters-in-law, Lucille Handfelt and Evelyn Handfelt, and a brother-in-law, Harry Delaney.

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

Harvey Frederick

Harvey Frederick of Pharr, Texas, formerly of Dubuque, passed away August 24, 2018 at Colonial Manor Care Center, Pharr, Texas after a lengthy illness.

Friends may greet the family from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 8, at Hoffman Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Rd., Dubuque, where there will be a Memorial Service at 1 p.m.

He was born September 2, 1938 in Dubuque, son of Edward and Emilia (Miller) Frederick.

Harvey married Marianne Ohl in 1960 and from that union they had five children: Terry of Dubuque, Lori (Rick) Stumpf of Peosta, Suzy (Tim) Monahan of Benton, Wisconsin, Shari of Dubuque and Tammy (Dennis) Lange of Benton, Wisconsin. He later married Carol Schuster Soens in 1985 and welcomed into his life Mike Soens, Jayne (Chuck) DeBrular both of Phoenix, Arizona, and Tom Soens of Delhi, Iowa.

Harvey graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1956. After graduation he worked at the Dubuque Pack Meat Processing Plant until 1958 when he was invited to join the Andy Doll Band of Oelwein, Iowa. Voted by the National Ballroom Operations Association in Downbeat Magazine’spoll as one of the top four dance bands in the nation, the band played extensively throughout the Mid West. Harvey played with many well-known artists including Johnny Cash and participated in back-up bands from the Grand Ole Opry. He continued with his passion for music through the years by performing with many talented musicians. Harvey left the Andy Doll Band to join the Dubuque Police Department in 1962 from which he retired after 34 years of service. He served in the Police Department for a time with his brother, Duke, and his uncle, Jim Miller. He and his brother enjoyed fishing, music and probably many other things were not aware of. Along with his music, Harvey loved archery, hunting, fishing, electronics and being at his grandparents’ farm with his cousins. He also owned a Recording Studio and a CB radio Repair Shop where he fixed many truckers’ and friends’ CB radios. He loved the time he spent with his children traveling, camping, canoeing, and telling jokes and stories. Harvey became a Scout Master of Troop 82 so his son Terry and the neighborhood boys could become Boy Scouts. The family cottage at Waupeton, Iowa saw many years of fun with family and friends.

In 2003 Harvey and Carol became winter Texans where Harvey continued his passion for music. In 2014 they became full time Texans.

Harvey was a warm and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend who touched many lives.

Harvey is survived by his wife, Carol Frederick of Pharr, Texas, son, Terry of Dubuque, daughters, Lori (Rick) Stumpf of Peosta, Iowa, Sue (Tim) Monahan of Benton, Wisconsin, Shari of Dubuque, and Tammy (Dennis) Lange of Benton, Wisconsin. Stepsons, Mike Soens of Phoenix, Arizona and Tom Soens of Delhi, Iowa and stepdaughter, Jayne (Chuck) DeBrular of Phoenix, Arizona, 19 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, 1 niece, 9 nephews, 3 step grandsons, sister in law Juanita Frederick and further extended family, all of whom he loved dearly.

Harvey is preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Emelia (Miller) Frederick, Brother, George Edward Frederick (Duke), sisters Lucille (David) Neyens and Mae (Carl) Dausner.

His family wishes to thank Hospice for their devoted care and his family and friends for their love and kindness.

When through one man a little more love and goodness, a little more light and truth comes into the world, then that man’s life has had meaning!

Memorials may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Dubuque, 1299 Locust St., Dubuque.

Sister Mary Matthew Cunningham, PBVM

Sister Mary Matthew Cunningham, PBVM, 98, died on Saturday, September 1, 2018, at Mount Loretto Motherhouse, 2360 Carter Road, Dubuque IA. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at 10:30 am at Sacred Heart Chapel, Sisters of the Presentation, with burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Key West IA. Friends may call from 4:00-8:00 pm on Monday, September 3, 2018, at Sacred Heart Chapel, where there will be a vigil service at 7:00 pm.

Sister Mary Matthew, daughter of John and Anna (Mahoney), was born Mary Catherine Cunningham on May 24, 1920 in Albert Lea, MN. She entered the Sisters of the Presentation from Clare, IA on September 8, 1938 and professed her perpetual vows on July 31, 1944. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Loras College, Dubuque IA and studied music at the American Conservatory, Chicago IL.

Sister Matthew’s ministries took her to Ryan, Fairbank, Algona, Farley, Charles City, Storm Lake, Waukon, Mason City, and Whittmore, all in Iowa and Winner, SD, where for fifty-plus years, she taught piano, organ and instrumental music in Catholic elementary and high schools.

Sister Matthew retired to Mt. Loretto in 1995 and continued to share her musical talents for several years accompanying the sisters at Eucharist and Liturgy of the Hours. She enjoyed music, word puzzles, and the Chicago Cubs. She celebrated her 80th Jubilee in August and reflecting on her years of religious life, Sister Matthew states, “This jubilee celebrates a life that brings me closer to God and more able to do God’s will.”

She is survived by the Sisters of the Presentation with whom she shared her life for 80 years.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her brother Don and sister, Sister Joan Cunningham, CSJ.

The Behr Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of the Presentation, 2360 Carter Road, Dubuque, IA 52001 or online at: www.dubuquepresentations.org.

Gerald R. Edwards

Gerald R. “Jerry” Edwards, 68, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018, at the Genesis Medical Center, East Campus in Davenport, Iowa.

A celebration of “Jerry’s” life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Friday, September 7, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Thursday, September 6, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Maquoketa, Iowa, with military honors.
Gerald Richard Edwards was born on December 27, 1949 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, to Corlile “Dick” and Arlene (Kopet) Edwards. He grew up in Maquoketa, attended Sacred Heart School, graduated from Maquoketa High School and attended some college classes. He then served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from August of 1969 until receiving an honorable discharge in April of 1971.

Upon returning home from his military service, he worked various jobs but most notably as a machinist working at the Rock Island Arsenal, Red Jacket and John Deere Dubuque Works.

“Jerry” was a lifelong Catholic and member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. He had taught CCD classes for many years. He enjoyed riding motorcycles and working on lawnmowers.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Alan (Shannon) Alexander of Bakersfield, CA, Bonnie (and significant other David Landis) Siegwarth of Lampasas, TX, Gene (Mary) Edwards of Maquoketa, IA, and Sara (Rob) DeSotel of Anamosa, IA; 13 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren; brothers, John Edwards of Maquoketa, IA, Richard “Ike” (Lori) Edwards of Moline, IL, and Mark (Deb) Edwards of Maquoketa, IA; a sister-in-law, Edna Edwards of Maquoketa, IA; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Ronald and a daughter Angela Alexander.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Gerald R. “Jerry” Edwards memorial fund has been established.

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

Agnes A. Felton

Agnes A. Felton, 80, of Cascade, Iowa, died Saturday, September 1, 2018 at the Shady Rest Care Center in Cascade, Iowa.

Friends and relatives of Agnes may call from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Cascade, Iowa.

Services for Agnes will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at St. Martin’s Catholic Church in Cascade, Iowa, with Rev. Douglas Loecke officiating. Burial was held in Calvary Cemetery in Cascade, Iowa.

She was born June 7, 1938 in Dyersville, Iowa, daughter of Peter J. and Hilda M. (Tierschel) Foxen. She is a 1956 graduate of Xavier High School in Dyersville, Iowa. On June 7, 1960 she was united in marriage to Fredrick F. Felton at the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Dyersville, Iowa. He preceded her in death on February 19, 2016.

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

She is survived by three children, Linda Felton of Independence, IA, Wayne Felton and Allen Felton both of Cascade, IA; a sister, Dorothy Foxen of Dyersville, IA.

She is also preceded in death by her parents.

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

Theodore J. Shady

Theodore J. “Ted” Shady, 76, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away on Friday morning, August 31, 2018, at his home in Maquoketa.

A celebration of Ted’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, September 6, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M., Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Monmouth, Iowa Cemetery with military honors.

Theodore John Shady was born on February 10, 1942 in Iowa City, Iowa, to Jesse Neville and Helen Arvella (Johnson) Shady. He was a graduate of Monmouth High School and then served his country receiving an honorable discharge. He married Genevieve Alice Maples on August 29, 1960 in Monmouth, Iowa. She preceded him in death on October 2, 2009.

Upon returning from his military service, Ted worked as a farmhand and then drove truck for Kapraun Transport for several years as well as teaching at a truck driving school. He retired from J.T. Cullens in Fulton, Illinois where he had worked as a machinist.

Ted was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Maquoketa VFW Post #3633 O’Connor-Regenwether and the Maquoketa American Legion Post #75. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking and hunting.

Those left to honor his memory include his children, Ted (Karla) Shady, Jr. of Booneville, MO, Tammy (Cherokee) Dascher of Maquoketa, IA, Tod Shady of Maquoketa, IA, Terry (Kathy) Shady of Holly, MI, Teresa Barnhart of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Tricia (Steven) Randecker of Savanna, IL; 17 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; a brother Harry (Audra) Shady of Otter Creek, IA; a sister, Elaine Watters of New Orleans, LA; sisters-in-law, Georgia Shady of Maquoketa, IA, and Kathy Shady of Maquoketa, IA; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a son Timothy Scott Shady, brothers James, Jesse and Earl “Butch” Shady, son-in-law Mark Barnhart, brother-in-law Louie Watters, and a sister-in-law JoAnn Shady.

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

Online Condolences may be left at www.carsonandson.com.

Constance K. Perry

Constance K. “Connie” Perry, age 58, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 7:09 p.m., on Thursday, August 30, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center-Dubuque, surrounded by her loving family. To honor Connie’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, with Deacon John Stierman officiating. To celebrate Connie’s life, family and friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Behr Funeral Home. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Connie was born on January 7, 1960, in Dubuque, daughter of John and Kathleen (Plumley) Walsh.

Connie was proud to have spent her entire life as a Dubuquer; surrounded by family and friends through each and every day. Growing up in a family of 8 children, she quickly learned the values of family fun and commitment. She would eventually meet her soul-mate, Dennis Perry, and the couple was united in marriage on September 24, 1982, in Tulsa, OK. They would be blessed with 35 wonderful years together, and 4 truly adored children, before Connie was sadly called home much to early. When Connie wasn’t spending time with her family, you could easily find her working at Linwood Cemetery where she faithfully gave her all over the years. But, her greatest joy was always found back home with her family. Her love continued to grow as she watched her 12 grandchildren join the world. Spending time with them quickly evolved into regular camping trips to Massey Station, where the fish soon learned that they were not safe when the Perry clan was spending the weekend. Connie also enjoyed a little traveling outside of the Dubuque area from time to time, and her trips to the Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, dipping her toes in the ocean in Florida, and a little gambling in Mississippi were among her favorites. We are beyond saddened today with the now all so real absence of Connie from our daily lives. Thankfully though, all who knew and loved her are left with an abundance of memories to cherish through the years ahead. We thank you Connie for all the love you shared along your 58 year earthly journey. We will miss you more than you know, remember you more fondly than you can imagine, and forever be grateful for the time we had with such a bright shining star walking among us. May God keep you safe in His loving arms until we meet again!

Those left to cherish Connie’s memory include
her loving husband,
Dennis Perry, Dubuque, IA;

her 4 children,
Jessica (Justin) Wiedner, Dyersville, IA,
Dawn (Dan Hoth) Perry, East Dubuque, IL,
Joshua Perry, Dubuque, IA
and Jeremy (Terri Yarolem) Perry, Nashville, IA;

her 12 grandchildren,
Dominick, Derek, Macaylah, Izabel, Madisyn, Morgan, Marissa, Dylan, Emma, Ayden and Carter;

her 7 brothers and sisters,
Bonnie (Randy Rath) Walsh, Dubuque, IA,
John (Julie) Walsh, Epworth, IA,
Judith (Dan) Paquin, Sioux City, IA,
Jean (Jay) Burgus, Dubuque, IA,
Robert (Jane) Walsh, Dubuque, IA,
Jacklyn (Jeff Heitz) Walsh-Young, Dubuque, IA
and Tammy (Rich) Kedley, Dubuque, IA;

and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Connie was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Brodie; and a niece, Bianca “Laura”.

A Constance K. Perry memorial fund has been established, which will be distributed among her favorite charities.

Connie’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, and all of her friends and family who’ve provided such wonderful care and support to Connie as she fought with cancer so courageously; she couldn’t have done it without you all helping along the way!

Bruce Alan Winders

Bruce Alan Winders, 75, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on August 29, 2018 at home.

Military honors will be accorded at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 5th, 2018 at Mueller Chapel, Linwood Cemetery by the Dubuque Marine Corps League. Burial will follow in the Cemetery. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road is assisting the family.

Bruce was born on February 16, 1943 in Dubuque, Iowa the son of Floyd and Margaret (Gisel) Winders. He is a US Navy Veteran serving during the Vietnam War.

He worked at Team Electronics and later at Ellis Appliance.

Bruce was an avid golfer and bowler and was a member of many leagues.

Bruce is survived by his significant other and best friend of 45 years Therese Hein, of Dubuque, his faithful dog “Dougy”, cousins and his golfing buddies and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Robert Paul Gretillat

Robert Paul Gretillat, 34, of Dubuque, IA has completed his journey here on earth on August 27, 2018.

A Celebration of his Life will be on Monday September 3, 2018 from 3-6 p.m. at the Oxus Grotto in Asbury, IA. A visitation will be on Tuesday September 4, 2018 from 9:30-10:30 a.m., with a prayer service at 10:30 a.m. at Leonard Funeral home and Crematory 2595 Rockdale Rd. Dubuque, IA.

Rob was born in Dubuque, IA on June 12, 1984 to Christine Uhlrich. In his younger years Rob was a force to be reckoned with but was a protector to his cousins and his younger sisters. Through Rob’s life, there were many ups and downs, but he is remembered for his knack of storytelling and his love of poetry. Rob has left behind page after page of his own poetry for his loved ones to cherish. Rob wrote from his heart and these are some of his own words:

“My life was not perfect, but I played the cards that were dealt. Please remember all the smiles and laughs that meant everything to my heart… I am your angel; I’ll help you pave the way. God has me now, I feel happy today.”

Those left to cherish his memory include his mother Christine Uhlrich, his brother Sean Yoder, 2 sisters Allison and Kelsey Kaufman and his beloved niece Jaylynn, his 2 most precious gifts, his sons Trapper (mother Renee), Ryder (mother Hailey). Rob will also be missed deeply by his Grandfather Paul Uhlrich, Grandparents Larry and Pat Hanson, and his Aunts and Uncles Lynn (Kevin) Kruser, Mike Uhlrich, Steve (Paula) Uhlrich, Julie (Mike) Koontz, Greg (Kelly) Uhlrich, Kerry (John) Elliott and his 16 cousins.

Rob is joining his grandmother Patricia Uhlrich and cousin Alicia Vandermillen on his next journey.

In lieu of flowers, the family has set up a memorial fund in Robert’s name.

Cletus J. Tigges

Cletus J. “Clete” Tigges, age 84, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at Stonehill Care Center, surrounded by his loving family. To honor Clete’s life, funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m., on Monday, September 3, 2018, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Trinity Church, 1701 Rhomberg Avenue, with Rev. Andrew Awotwe-Mensah officiating. To celebrate Clete’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., on Sunday, September 2, 2018, at Holy Spirit Parish, Holy Trinity Church, where there will be a parish scripture wake service held at 6:30 p.m. Entombment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum. Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, is in charge of arrangements.

Clete was born on May 30, 1934, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Edmund and Ella (Linden) Tigges.

Clete was a proud lifelong Dubuquer who worked at the General Dry Battery Company for 6 years before venturing over to John Deere Dubuque Works, where he spent the next 30 years diligently working on the assembly line until his well earned retirement in 1987. He found the love of his life, Coletta Speltz, and they were united in marriage on February 27, 1954, at St. Columbkille’s Church. The loving couple was blessed with 55 wonderful years together, and 6 adored children, before Coletta was sadly called home ahead of Clete on June 26, 2009. Clete was an active member of the community and was a proud member of the U.A.W. Local #94. His faith life was a very important part of Clete’s life, and he was not only a long-time member of Holy Ghost Church, but he also faithfully lived out his life in such a manner that his Christian values and principles were visibly on display for all to witness. Clete was an honest man, a hard worker, a true friend, but above all he was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather each and every day. Fortunately, all 6 of his children remained in Dubuque, which made for large family gatherings every Sunday. Clete consistently role-modeled and instilled great family values for the generations behind him to follow. This behavior was so obviously rewarded by the barrage of regular daily visits to Stonehill from his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Not only were Sunday dinner’s with his family a priority in his life, but the countless gatherings centered around great food, and the Sunday games will continue to provide an outlet for his legacy to be carried forward within the treasured stories which will now be shared in his honor. His unwavering devotion to those he cared for was never in question and we will miss Clete more than words could convey, but we are forever grateful for the lessons and memories he leaves behind, as they will assist us along our own earthly journey we must travel until we, once again, see Clete face to face.

Those left to cherish Clete’s memory include

his children,
Steven (Marsha Braun) Tigges,
Debra (Richard) White,
Diana (Anthony) Helling,
Christina (Daniel) Brimeyer,
Julie (Jeffery) Chase,
and Randy (Lisa) Tigges, all of Dubuque, IA;

19 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren;

and his siblings,
Anna Mae Wimer, Dubuque, IA,
Eileen Pierce, LaCrosse, WI
and Ralph (Marilyn VanOstrand) Tigges, Dubuque, IA.

Clete was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Coletta Tigges, 3 sisters, Arnelda Dress, Mildred (William) Duggan and Marge (Joseph) Keenan; 2 brothers, Robert (Judy) Tigges and Eldon (Louise) Tigges; a sister-in-law, Carol Tigges; and 2 brothers-in-law, Ozzie Pierce and Jim Wimer.

Clete’s family would like to give a heartfelt thank you everyone who helped with his care through this past year, especially the compassionate staff in the memory unit at Stonehill and at Hospice of Dubuque; we couldn’t have done it without your kindness!

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

Lora M. (Marty) McGovern

Lora M. (Marty) McGovern, 42, of Dubuque, formerly of Stockton, IL, and rural Hazel Green, WI, passed away suddenly on Monday, August 27, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque.

Visitation will be from Noon – 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, where there will be a time of sharing at 3:30 p.m. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery.

Lora was born on August 21, 1976 in Dubuque, the daughter of Patric and Lynne (Peacock) Marty. She was a 1994 graduate of Southwestern High School in Hazel Green. On November 5, 1999 she was united in marriage to Andrew J. McGovern in Elizabeth, IL.

She loved flowers, gardening, yoga and her cats. But most of all she was especially proud of her children. Lora was known to be “free spirited”.

Surviving is her husband Andrew J. McGovern of Stockton; their five children, Patric McGovern, Vera McGovern, Drew McGovern, and twins Alice and Stella McGovern; her parents, Patric and Lynne Marty; siblings, John Marty of Hazel Green, Tom (Kim) Marty of Prescott, AZ, Shirley (Lee) Klosterman of Rewey, WI, Nevada Marty of Hazel Green, Beth Marty of Cincinnati, OH, Mickey Marty, James Marty, and Dorothy Marty all of Hazel Green, and Ted (Robyn) Oberhauser of LaPorte City, IA; her grandmother, Shirley Peacock of Dubuque, her aunt, Diana Peacock, uncles, James Peacock, Jr. and Michael (Kelly) Peacock, plus numerous other aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, James Peacock, Sr, and paternal grandparents, Mickey and Dorothy (Keller) Marty.

A Lora M. McGovern memorial fund has been established.

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

Virginia M. Becker

Virginia M. ‘Ginnie’ Becker, 75, of Dubuque passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at Bethany Home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 3, 2018 at Holy Spirit Parish-Holy Ghost Catholic Church. Fr. Dwayne Thoman will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, September 2nd at Hoffmann Schneider and Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Road, where there will be a prayer service at 12:45 p.m.

Ginnie was born January 23, 1943 in Cuba City, Wisc., daughter of John and Germaine (Schmitz) Langkamp. She married David Becker January 25, 1964 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Dubuque He preceded her in death on January 5, 2013.

She owned B-Lovely Beauty Salon, worked at Prudential Financial and was a tailor at Grahams Style Store.

Ginnie loved to socialize and made friends wherever she went.

She was an active member of Holy Spirit Parish-Holy Ghost Catholic Church, their Rosary Society and the Hairdressers Association.

Surviving are two daughters, Jean (Greg) Mallinger, of Fond du Lac, WI, and Kelly (Lonnie) Curry, of Robins, IA; two sons, Jeff (Nichole) Becker, of Hayfield, MN and Kraig (Cara) Becker, of Nashville, TN; grandchildren, Courtney (fiancé Tyler), Maggie (fiancé Chris), Brittany, Tony, Stephanie (fiancé Odin), Mikayla, Breanna, Miranda, Alex, and T.J.; her companion of four years, Terry Bode, of Kieler, WI; five sisters, Rose Galle, of Dubuque, Jeannette (Greg) Pehler, of TN, Marilyn (Francis) Ihm, of Cassville, WI, Donna (Dick) Williams, of AZ, and Velma Burke, of Louisville, TN; eight brothers, Joe (Sally) Langkamp, of Lancaster, WI, Mark (Ann) Langkamp, of West LaFayette, IN, Jerry (Carol) Langkamp, of Westby, WI, John ‘Sonny” (Ruth) Langkamp, of Port Orchard, WA, Jim (Kay) Langkamp, of Schofield, WI, David Langkamp, of Cuba City, WI, Dennis (Cyndi) Langkamp, of Austin, TX, and Carl Langkamp, of Benton, WI; a brother-in-law, Tom (Lois) Becker, of Dubuque and a sister-in-law, Kathy (Merlin) Dalsing, of Kieler, WI.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, a brother LaVerne Langkamp; brothers-in-law, Bill Galle and Doug Burke; her godchildren, Pauline Langkamp, a niece and Jeremy Langkamp, a nephew.

Thanks to the staff at Hospice of Dubuque and Bethany Home for their wonderful care.

Memorials may be made to Holy Ghost Parish or the American Cancer Society.

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

Marguerite A. (Schetgen) Triervieler

Marguerite A. (Schetgen) Triervieler, 97, of Dubuque, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at Stonehill Care Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 1, at St. Raphael Cathedral, where friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. until 10 a.m. Fr. Greg Bahl will officiate. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may also greet the family from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, August 31, at Hoffmann Schneider Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 1640 Main St., Dubuque, where there will be a prayer service at 6:30 p.m.

Marguerite was born September 17, 1920 in Dubuque, the daughter of John and Marguerite (Shay) Schetgen. She was united in marriage to William J. Trievieler on December 18, 1941 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Dubuque. He preceded her in death on July 27, 1987.

Marge was employed at the Battery Factory, and later at the Dubuque Packing Company, retiring after 33 years.
She served as Secretary of Amalgamated Meat Cutters Local #150, volunteered for the Colts Drum Corps for many years, was a Dubuque Democratic Party Delegate, and was a member and volunteer at Resurrection Parish.

Marge was an excellent cook and a wonderful seamstress. She adored her children and grandchildren, and will be sadly missed.

Marge is survived by five children, Jeanne (Ray) Grant, Bill (Mary) Triervieler, Jane (Mike) Ready, Bob (Lynn) Triervieler, and Bret (Cathy) Triervieler; eleven grandchildren, Sue (Dan) O’Hara, Bill (Kim) Grant, Tom (Denise) Triervieler, Abby (Ryan) Kramer, Peter Triervieler, Nick (Laura) Triervieler, Mike (Kelli) Ready, Andy (Emily) Ready, Courtney (Nathan) Freese, Claire (Tyler) Hunt, Paige (Jordan Keeney) Triervieler; 22 great grandchildren; four great-great grandchildren; two sisters Marjorie Corcoran and Marie Bauer; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by two grandsons, John Grant and Richard Ready; five brothers, John, Ralph, Peter, Clarence, and Joe; and two brothers-in-law Bob Bauer and Bob Corcoran.

Thank You to the staff and residents at The Rose, Stonehill, and Hospice of Dubuque.

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

Dean J. Fleege

Dean J. Fleege, 65, of Dubuque, formerly of East Dubuque, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at Hawkeye Care Center in Asbury, with his family by his side.

A memorial mass will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 1, 2018 at St. Mary’s Church in East Dubuque, with Fr. Dean Smith officiating. Burial will be in the East Dubuque Cemetery. There will be a memorial visitation after 9:30 a.m. Saturday at the church.

Dean was born on October 8, 1952 in Dubuque, the son of Dorrance J. and Virginia (Graham) Fleege. He was a 1970 graduate of Wahlert High School and later received an honorary Associates degree from Loras College.

Dean was a man of strong faith. He had a friendly smile and greeting for everyone he met and considered everyone he met his friend. His last years were spent at Ecumenical Tower, where he made many friends.

Surviving are his siblings, Barb (Roger) Kramer and Madelyn Tranel, both of East Dubuque and Daniel (Kelly) Fleege of Dubuque, many nieces, nephews and great nieces and great nephews; his sister-in-law, Nancy Fleege of Placentia, California.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorrance and Virginia; and two brothers, David and Donald.

The family would like to thank his Caregivers at Hawkeye Care Center, Hillcrest Mental Health, Dr. Mark Hermann, and the nurses and staff at Hospice of Dubuque, specifically, Edna, Jennie, Peggy and Suzanne.

The Miller Funeral Home of East Dubuque is serving the family. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.millerfhed.com.©