Obituaries Archive

Janel Kae Geisert

Janel Kae Geisert, 65, of Dubuque, and formerly of Galena, passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2018.

Friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 10, at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 2899 Hales Mills Road, Dubuque, where there will be a service at 11:30 a.m. Pastor Paul Amlin will officiate. Interment will be at 1:30 Saturday at Asbury Cemetery. Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Cremation Service is entrusted with arrangements.

Janel was born July 22, 1953 in Hazel Green, WI, the daughter of Ray and Amy (Johnston) Kienzle. She graduated from Scales Mound High School with the class of 1971, and during her high school years she was involved in many activities, including cheerleading and lifeguarding. She married Stephen Geisert on July 11, 2000 at Salem Lutheran Church in Orange, CA.

Janel was a resident of Galena for many years, where she was a member of Lord of Love Lutheran Church and was active with WELCA. Most recently, Janel and Stephen were members of Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Dubuque. She was also a member of the Dubuque Kiwanis Club.

Janel was employed with Microswitch for many years, and truly enjoyed doing home care for Mercy Medical Center, where she touched many lives. She also enjoyed waitressing at Timmerman’s and Chestnut Mountain Resort. Janel exhibited much strength and courage throughout her life while dealing with Type 1 diabetes since childhood. Her spirit and enthusiasm toward life was second to none. Janel loved to travel with Stephen and spend time with friends and family.

Janel is survived by her husband, Stephen, of Dubuque; her daughter, Andrea (Tony Dowe) Garvey of Waltham, MA; four siblings, Pam Jenn of Marietta, GA, Linda Lamont of Oshkosh, WI, William (Lisa) Kienzle of Chatham, IL, and Kevin (fiancée Linda Sweet) Kienzle of Dubuque; a brother in law, Arthur Geisert of Elkader; Bonnie Geisert-Way; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother in law, Rodger Lamont; and her parents in law, Leonard and Doris Geisert.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation: JDRF.org or JDRF 26 Broadway, 14th Floor New York, NY 10004.

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

Rob A. Heck

Rob A. “Bino” Heck, 61, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away suddenly on Tuesday afternoon, November 6, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center in Clinton, Iowa.

A celebration of Rob’s life will be held at 11:30 A.M., Saturday, November 10, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 P.M., Friday, November 9, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation will take place following the services.

Robin Allen Heck was born on November 16, 1956 in Clinton, Iowa, to Edward Earl and Margaret L. (Harte) Heck. He was a 1975 graduate of Clinton High School and married his high school sweetheart, Cynthia A. “Cindy” Bock on July 21, 1978 in Clinton, Iowa. To this union three sons were born, Chris, BJ and Jake.

Shortly after high school, Rob began a lifelong career as a millwright working for Clysar Company (formerly DuPont) in Clinton for over 35 years.

Rob was an active member of the Maquoketa Country Club where he had served as a past board member. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, and especially spending time with his family. He was an avid sports fan of the Chicago Cubs, Iowa Hawkeyes and the Chicago Bears.

Those left to honor Rob’s memory include his wife, Cindy Heck of Maquoketa, IA; sons, Chris (Erica) Heck of Earlham, IA, BJ Heck of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Jake Heck of Palm Springs, CA; 2 grandchildren, Ava and CJ (and one on the way); brothers, Patrick (Dottie) Heck of Clinton, IA, and Brian (Terri) Heck of Clear Lake, IA; a sister, Ann Edmonds of Queens Creek, AZ; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother William “Bill” Heck, and a sister Brenda Heck.

In In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to Autism Society of Iowa.

Online Condolences may be left at h#mce_temp_url#.

Erwin Richard Klostermann

Erwin Richard Klostermann, 91, of Manchester, Iowa, passed away on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home in Edgewood.

Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 13, 2018, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Manchester, with Reverend John Kremer officiating. Visitation is 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 12, 2018, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Manchester, with a 3:00 p.m. Scripture service. Friends may also call from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. on Tuesday at the church. Interment will be at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Manchester, Iowa.

He was born on January 3, 1927, in Worthington, the son of Aloysius Anton and Clara Marie (Willenbring) Klostermann. He attended Area Country School in Dodge Township through eighth grade.

Erwin was united in marriage to Viola Mary Thole on September 30, 1953, in Petersburg. Seven children were born to this union. The couple purchased a farm near Manchester in the spring of 1956, owning and operating it until retiring to Manchester in the spring of 1984. They raised milk cows, hogs, chickens, rabbits, geese, ducks, a large vegetable garden, and a variety of fruits and flowers.

Erwin cherished his family and farming. He loved playing baseball with his children and fishing and always enjoyed visiting about farming, his family, and area history.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Viola of Manchester; seven children, Larry Klostermann of Dubuque, Jane (Donald) Menke of New Vienna, JoAnn Klostermann of Dubuque, Loras (Janet) Klostermann of Omaha, Nebraska, Daniel (Elaine) Klostermann of Manchester, Mary Kay (Mike) Rolfes of Manchester, and Karen (Jim) Armstrong of Des Moines; twelve grandchildren, Cassandra Klostermann of Ames, Steven Klostermann of Dubuque, Kevin Klostermann of Dubuque, Brian Menke of New Vienna, Jenn (Bob) Kanne of Omaha, Nebraska, Tony Klostermann of Swisher, Beth (Clint) Dietrich of Cedar Rapids, Kathy Klostermann of Cedar Rapids, Ben Klostermann of Manchester, Megan (JJ) Pick of Omaha, Nebraska, Matthew (Katy) Rolfes of North Liberty, and Mitchell Rolfes of Earlville; seven great-grandchildren; his sister, Clarinda Thole of Manchester; and four sisters-in-law, Pat Klostermann of New Vienna, Mary Klostermann of Worthington, Bernice Thole of Dyersville, and Rita Feldmann of Edgewood.

Erwin was preceded in death by his parents, Alois and Clara; his brothers, Gerald and Roger Klostermann; a daughter-in-law, Karen Sue Klostermann; two grandchildren, Lauren J. Klostermann and Jason C. Menke; parents-in-law, Frank and Elenore Thole; and brothers- and sisters-in-law, Linus (Bernadine) Thole, Charles, Alfred, Lawrence, and Francis Thole, Alice (Elmer Ries/Richard) Olberding, Mary Ann (Fred Jos) Wessels, Cletus Feldmann, and Floyd Feldmann.

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

Douglas A. Lenhart

Douglas A. Lenhart, 80, of Zwingle went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, November 4, 2018. Friends may call from 3 to 8 pm Friday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home 2659 Kennedy Road, where we’ll be celebrating his first birthday in heaven. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Hope Church, 11893 JFK Rd, where visitation will also be held Saturday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Military rites will be accorded at Hope Church immediately following service. Burial will be in Harmony Cemetery, Zwingle.

Douglas was born November 9, 1937 in Dubuque, son of Arthur and Bertha (Kifer) Lenhart.

He graduated from Maquoketa High School in 1955

He married Judy Clark on April 15, 1961, to that union four daughters were born, he later married Gloria Hammerand-Clapham on January 4, 1980 and two more children were added to the family.

He served as Sgt E5 in the National Guard for 6 years.

He began farming at 5 years old and continued until the end. He loved the land and wanted to be a good steward to what the Lord has entrusted him, leaving it better for his children and grandchildren. He was 32 years old when he received the Outstanding Young Farmer Award in 1970. He was a Pioneer Sales Rep for 9 years. He raised and sold sweet corn for over 17 years.

Doug enjoyed the outdoors. He loved boating, snowmobiling, camping and traveling. He looked forward to trips across the country in his motorhome as well as camping with his grandchildren.

Doug’s most treasured legacy was the importance of faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. At his 80th birthday celebration, he passed on the baton of faith to his family encouraging them to continue to pass this along to their children, grandchildren and others. Even in his final days, he continued to share the hope he has in Jesus. So to all who knew him and share in the faith of Jesus, he’ll see you later.

He is survived by his wife Gloria Lenhart of Zwingle; children, Cindy (Mike) Moss of Marian, IA, Sandy Aidukas of Orlando, FL, Julie Horak of Hudson, FL, Joni (Thomas) Regan of Orlando, FL, Daryl (Lori) Clapham of Plover, Wisconsin and Tammy (Brent) Bullock of Eldridge, IA; grandchildren, Ben and Katie Moss, Adam Aidukas, Jonathan, Faith, Grace and Joy Clapham, Brittany, Brenna, Luke and Brooklyn Bullock; and a sister, Judy Marcus of St Paul, MN.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and in-laws, John and Velma Hammerand.

A Doug Lenhart Memorial Fund has been established.

The family would like to thank the staff at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital, Hopsice of Dubuque, and Home Instead.

Thomas J. Eitter

Thomas James Eitter, 77, of Dubuque passed away Sunday, November 4th, 2018. Funeral mass will be held Saturday November 10, 2018 at the Cathedral of St. Raphael at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road is in charge of the arrangements.

Thomas was born June 19, 1941 in St. Paul, Minnesota the son of James and Mary (Kimbal) Eitter. He married Geraldine Ann Morgan on September 16, 1967 in Page, North Dakota. Tom graduated from De La Salle High School in Minneapolis, Minnesota and received his BA from St. Cloud State University where he lettered in Wrestling and Football. He received his MA degree from Winona State University, and his Ed. D from the University of Northern Colorado.

He was a professor and coach at the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh; Winona State University; and the University of Dubuque. He served as an adjunct professor and coach at Loras College and UW Platteville. In 2011, Thomas was inducted into the St. Cloud State University Wrestling Hall of Fame.

Coach Eitter was a devoted family man, teacher, coach, and mentor. He was a quintessential “common man” who overcame difficult obstacles to live a life peppered with colorful stories and unexpected outcomes. To the end, he embraced a code of feisty rebellion.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Geri, and his children: Patrick (Giselle), Erin (Kirk Kono), and Morgan (Kelly), as well as by his pride and joy, his grandchildren: Kolton and Briehlyn Nadermann, Keegan and Kloie Eitter, Caitlyn Akiko Kono, Max, Kai, and Sam Eitter, and his Great Grandson, Leo Nadermann.

Thomas was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings: James, Joseph, and Laura Jean (Juell).

In Lieu of flowers a Thomas J. Eitter Memorial Fund has been established.

Susan R. Steinberg

Susan Renee Steinberg Udell, 52, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa formerly of Dubuque passed away on November 3, 2018, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 9th, 2018 at Holy Spirit Parish, Sacred Heart Church with Rev. Andrew Awotwe-Mensah officiating and the homily by Deacon Dave Brinkmoeller. Family and friends may gather after 10:00 a.m. at the church until time of mass. Entombment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, November 8th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road where a wake service will be at 6:45 p.m.

Susan was born on May 31, 1966 in Dubuque, Iowa the daughter of Edward and Patricia (Nilles) Steinberg; and graduated from Wahlert Catholic High School in 1981. She worked at several Dubuque businesses including Nordstrom’s and Sedwick before moving to Cedar Rapids.

She enjoyed being with her family especially her cousins in the “Granny’s Lunch Bunch”. One of Susan’s greatest loves in life were her many dogs, who are waiting for her at the rainbow bridge.

Susan was a caring individual, she will continue to live on in others by giving the gift of life by being an organ donor.

She is survived by her parents, Edward and Patricia Steinberg of Dubuque; one brother Christopher (Julie) Steinberg, of Cedar Rapids. Her niece Maggie, nephew Thomas along with aunts, uncles and many cousins.

Susan was preceded in death by her grandparents, Al and Lucille Nilles and Al and Leone Steinberg.

The family request no flowers.

The family would like to thank St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids and the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics along with the Iowa Donor Network for all the care, kindness and compassion they gave.

Sister Mary Ellen McDonagh

Sister Mary Ellen McDonagh, BVM, 67, of 1130 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died DOD, at Caritas Center.

Visitation will be from 10-11:15 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in the Marian Hall Chapel. Sharing of Memories will be at 11:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:15 p.m. Burial is in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Mary Ellen was a high school teacher in Davenport, Iowa; Kansas City, Mo.; Chicago and Phoenix. She was a newspaper editor, a communications coordinator, and an assistant administrator in Kansas City, Mo., and a peace and social justice advocate in Kansas City, Mo., and Chicago.

She was born on Nov. 17, 1950, in St. Louis, to John and Rosemary Burke McDonagh. She entered the BVM congregation Jan. 14, 1973, from Our Lady of Loretto Parish, St. Louis. She professed first vows on Oct. 4, 1975, and final vows on May 29, 1982.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, John F, Jr.; stepbrother, Justin (Patricia) Hessel; and step-brother-in law, H. David Stoops. She is survived by stepsisters Maryann Stoops and Catherine (Richard) Graham, both of St. Louis; nieces; nephews; cousins and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 45 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM Support Fund, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at https://www.bvmcong.org/support_donate.cfm.

Hoffmann Schneider Funeral Home, 1640 Main St., Dubuque, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements.

Michael J. Covington

Michael J. Covington, 59, of Monticello died Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, at the University of Iowa Hospital.

Visitation will be held from 2 – 4 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018 at Kramer Funeral Home in Monticello where a Celebration of Life will follow.

Mike was born September 22, 1959, in Boise, ID the son of James and Saundra (Schulte) Covington. He graduated from high school from Rapid City Central High School in Rapid City, SD. He started college in Birmingham, Alabama and later earned his bachelor’s degree in Vermillion, SD. He enjoyed being a salesperson for the Ford Motor Company. Mike married Kristine Ann Butterfield in 1991. Together they made their home in several places around the Midwest as Mike earned promotions within the Ford Company. They moved to Monticello in 1998, to care for elderly parents. Mike had various jobs in the area until his health began to decline. He loved to go bowling, play chess with friends and family, and watch the Broncos whenever they played. Mike also loved being a grandpa. He tried to be as active in his grandchildren’s lives as his health would allow and they held a very special place in his heart.

Surviving are his mother, Saundra Covington, a brother, Preston Covington, both of Monticello, a son, Anthony (Ashley) Weir of Cedar Rapids, 2 daughters: Shayla and Kassandra (Chance Dempsey) Butterfield, of Monticello, 7 grandchildren: Alyssa and Michelle, Soren, Isabella, Anthony Jr., Mikaila and Declan; 2 brothers-in-law: Scott Butterfield of Monticello and Roelf Maritz of Weatherford, TX, 1 sister-in-law: Amber (Robert) Garza of Holopaw, FL.

He is preceded in death by his father, his wife, and a sister, Debra Nefler.

Information available at www.kramerfuneral.com

Dorothy M. Beetem

Dorothy M. Beetem, 90, of St. Mary’s Apartments passed away on Monday, November 5, 2018 at Unity Point Health- Finley Hospital.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, November 7 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 John F. Kennedy Road, with Deacon John Stierman officiating. A visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until the time of services Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Dorothy was born on May 21, 1928 in Guttenberg, Iowa the daughter of Matthew and Margaret Duehr. She married LeRoy Beetem on December 31, 1946.

Dorothy enjoyed puzzles, going to farmer’s market and a good glass of wine. She was fond of cardinals or “the red” birds and made sure her bird feeder was always full. She was a wonderful homemaker and loved being with her family.

Surviving are her children, Jim (Karen) Beetem and Sue McGinnis; 6 grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren; and 6 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband; son-in-law, Larry McGinnis; and her siblings.

A Dorothy Beetem Memorial Fund has been established.

Special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at Finley Hospital and to Dr. Matthew Kirkendall for their compassionate care.

David William Miller

David William Miller, 87, of Dubuque, Iowa, and formerly of Maquoketa, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2018, at ManorCare in Dubuque, Iowa.

Graveside military rites and burial will be held at 10:30 A.M., Saturday, November 17, 2018, at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Delmar, Iowa. There is no public visitation. Cremation rites have been accorded. The Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa is caring for the family.

David William Miller was born on September 10, 1931 in Spragueville, Iowa, to Russel Wilbur and Winnifred Lauretta (Gannon) Miller. He attended school in Preston and later received his Associates Degree while living in Washington D.C. following a 13-year military career, earning a Bronze Star. He had served in both the Marine Corps and the Army.

Upon receiving an honorable discharge, David retired from the Federal Government in Washington D.C., and then worked as maintenance man at several apartment buildings in D.C.

David was a member of the Elmer H. Brown Spragueville American Legion Post #590 and the Andrew AMVETS Post #62. He enjoyed reading, fishing, hunting and his beloved dog Leah. He was especially proud of being a veteran and his military service, becoming a Quilt of Valor recipient on November 6, 2016.

He is survived by sisters-in-law, Corrine Miller of Delmar, IA, and Margaret Mary “Peg” Miller Maquoketa, IA; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and siblings Leona (Leo) Jessen, Mildred Miller, Marcella (A.D.) Rohse, Russell Miller, John L. Miller, James D. Miller and Paul D. (Patricia) Miller.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be directed to the Jackson County Humane Society or the Jackson County Veterans Memorial Park.

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

Jeffrey E. Adams

Jeffrey E. Adams, 60, of Monticello and formerly of Iowa City died Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018 in Monticello after a long illness.

Jeff was born October 24, 1958, in Iowa City the son of Robert and Shirley (Moore Wiggs) Adams. He graduated from Iowa City City High with the class of 1975 and served as a cook in the Navy. He attended Longview Community College in Kansas City, MO in the culinary school and worked as a chef in the Kansas City area for a number of years. He returned to Iowa and lived life on his own terms, taking on odd jobs as the need arose.

Jeff loved his Harley Davidsons, NASCAR Racing, the Iowa Hawkeyes and the Kansas City Chiefs.

Jeff is survived by a daughter, Brandi Li (Kenny) Carmer of Denver, CO, 3 grandchildren; Sean, Johnny and Nick, siblings: Mike Adams of Solon, IA, Dan (Diana) Hall of Muscatine, IA, Kevin (Cary)Hall of Rio, IL, Tim Adams of Texas, Ruth (Charles) Alewine of Elgin, TX, Angi (Steve Kick) Wiggs of Tiffin, IA and Kim (James) Bartels of North Liberty, IA; numerous nieces and nephews, and 1 uncle, Roy (Sharon) Adams of Iowa City, IA.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Information available at www.kramerfuneral.com

Odilo H. Steines

Odilo H. Steines, 95, of Cuba City, Wisconsin, died Saturday, November 3, 2018, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque. Services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 7, 2018, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Cuba City with Rev. David Flanagan officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 2-7 p.m. Tuesday at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City where the parish wake service will be at 1:45 p.m. Friends may also call from 9:00-9:45 a.m. Wednesday at the church before the service.

Odilo was born on October 2, 1923, in Preston, Iowa, the son of John and Mary (Ziement) Steines. He married Ardis Budde on September 19, 1949. She preceded him in death on May 29, 2009. Odilo was a World War II veteran, serving in the Army from 1943 to 1945. He was an honorary member of American Legion Post 273 of Bellevue, Iowa, and an honorary member of the Bellevue Council 1354 Knights of Columbus. Odilo participated in one of the first Honor Flights to Washington, D.C.

Odilo was a hardworking man, farming and working 25 years at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa, Iowa. Even in his “retirement” years he was always there to help his family. After Ardis, the love of his life for 59 years, passed away in 2009 he really enjoyed playing cribbage for a couple of hours every day with his daughter, Lois. He loved family “get-to-gethers” and being able to spend time with them. Playing cards, bingo, the domino game “Mexican Train” and “playing the slots” were other past times he enjoyed.

Odilo is survived by their six children, Lois (Merrell) Casper, of Cuba City, WI, Don (Cathy), of Menominee, IL; Doris, of San Antonio, TX, Jane (James) Munson, of Dickeyville, WI, James (Sharon), of Platteville, WI, and Dee (Steve) Kalmes, of Springville, IA; fifteen grandchildren; one step-grandson; 33 great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Dori Johnson, of San Antonio, TX.

He was also preceded in death by three brothers, Vincent (Clara), Attlas (Algean) and Johnny (Velma), and three sisters, Lydia (Tony), Helma (Bill) and Helen (Marvin).

A Odilo H. Steines Memorial Fund has been established.

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

Michael C. DeMaio

Michael C. DeMaio, age 69, of Dubuque, was called home unexpectedly on Thursday, November 1, 2018, at his home. To honor Mike’s life, funeral services will be held at 5:30 p.m., on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Behr Funeral Home, with Deacon John Stierman officiating. To celebrate Mike’s life, family and friends may visit from 3:30 p.m., until the time of services at 5:30 p.m., on Thursday, November 8, 2018, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Mike was born on July 29, 1949, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Charles F. and Erma Mae (Bender) DeMaio.

Mike was a proud graduate of Dubuque Senior High School, Class of 1967. After graduation, Mike joined the U.S. Marine Corps, where he honorably served his country in Okinawa for a year. After returning home from the service, Mike went to work at A.Y. McDonald’s, before eventually moving on to become a heavy equipment operator for Peavey Grain, which would become Con-Agra, for several years, until his retirement in 2015. In his free time, Mike loved spending time in the great outdoors, whether it be trying his luck at his favorite fishing hole, or sitting quietly in the woods, with his trusty rifle by his side, waiting for the perfect shot to present itself. We are deeply saddened at the sudden loss of our son, brother and uncle, and will miss him more than words can express, but know that he is now resting in peace with his mom and brother, for all Eternity.

Those left to cherish Mike’s memory include

his father,
Charles DeMaio, Dubuque, IA;

his siblings,
Pat (Jim) Kearney,
Bob (Tina) DeMaio,
Rick (Barb) DeMaio,
Terry (Laura) DeMaio
and Debbie (Rob) Reisen, all of Dubuque, IA,

his former wife,
Susan DeMaio, Fairplay, WI;

and many nieces and nephews.

Mike was preceded in death by his mother, Erma Mae DeMaio; and his brother, Bruce DeMaio.

Mike’s family would like to extend a special thank you to his best friend, Dan Garner, for all of the friendship and support he has provided Mike throughout the years.

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

James J. Weber

James J. “Jim” Weber, 73, of Peosta, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 2, 2018, with his daughter by his side.

A visitation will be held from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at the Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, where a memorial service will be at 6:00 p.m.

Jim was born on October 1, 1945 in Dubuque, one of four children of Burdette “Jack” and Darlene (Noggle) Weber. On July 12, 1996, he married Karen Sheppard, the love of his life.

He held various jobs in his younger years and often said he should write about a book about some of his experiences. He worked 30 years at John Deere and retired as an Inspector in the Engine Division in 2002. He told many fond stories about working there and it was where he met some of his closest friends including Doug Oberfoell. Doug remains his best friend to this day and there wasn’t a thing he wouldn’t do for Jim. He was a member of the UAW Local 94 from his first day and strongly believed in his union.

Jim was a passionate hunter and fisherman and spent a lot of his life doing both. He was a member of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation for over 20 years and never missed a banquet. He belonged to the National Rifle Association for over 30 years and had a collection he was proud of. In the Rendezvous circuit, he was known as “Mountain Man” and loved buck skinning and black powder reloading. To his daughter he was “Papa Bear” and was very protective of his “cub”.

He was a man of many stories and many phrases as he loved to make his friends and family laugh. No matter what he was eating, he would say “it tastes like chicken”. His smile and warm personality will be missed by many and in his final days, he was deeply touched by all the people that came to visit him.

He is survived by his daughter Tina; his brother Kevin (Kathy) Weber; nephews Gabe & Kristopher Weber; niece Kara Weber, all of Dubuque, grandson Logan Weber and two of the greatest aunts anyone could have, Dolores Stillmunkes and Rainee Shaffer.
He was preceded in death by his wife Karen, his daughter Fawn, his parents Jack & Darlene, his brothers Jerry and Joseph and his beloved uncle Butch Noggle.

A special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque, especially his nurse Edna, Dr Cao, Dr Hermann and the staff of Hawkeye Care Center including Larry, Cris and Courtnie.

Sister Muriel McCarthy, BVM

Sister Muriel McCarthy, BVM (Baptist), 97, of 1050 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, Iowa, died Friday, Nov. 2, 2018, at Marian Hall.

Visitation will be from 9-10:15 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, in the Marian Hall Chapel. Sharing of Memories will be at 10:15 a.m., followed immediately by the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial is in the Mount Carmel Cemetery.

Sister Muriel was an elementary teacher in Chicago; Kansas City, Mo.; Los Angeles, San Francisco, Tujunga, and Santa Anna, Calif.; and a secondary teacher in Petaluma, Calif. She served as principal in Los Angeles and Tujunga, Calif. She was a parish minister, office assistant and teacher aide in San Francisco and an office assistant in Santa Rosa, Calif.

She was born on Jan. 5, 1921, in San Francisco, to Michael Joseph and Mary Dolores Campbell McCarthy. She entered the BVM congregation on Sept. 8, 1939, from St. Anne Parish, San Francisco. She professed first vows on March 19, 1942, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1947.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Dolores Kelly; and a brother Francis.

She is survived by nieces, nephews and the Sisters of Charity, BVM, with whom she shared life for 79 years.

Memorials may be given to Sisters of Charity, BVM Support Fund, 1100 Carmel Drive, Dubuque, IA 52003 or online at https://www.bvmcong.org/support_donate.cfm.

Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd, Dubuque, IA 52003 is in charge of arrangement