Obituaries Archive

Sylvester J. Otting

Sylvester J. “Fess” Otting, 66, of Dubuque died Thursday, April 19, 2018 at Mercy Medical Center.

Visitation will be from 3 to 7 pm Monday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 Kennedy Road where there will be a parish wake service at 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Spirit Parish-Holy Ghost Church. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery where military rites will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.

Fess was born May 16, 1951 in Dubuque, Iowa, son of Emil and Annamae (Jackson) Otting. He married Peggy Carroll on May 9, 1970 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church.

He lost both his legs in Viet Nam while serving in the US Marine Corps. Upon returning from Viet Nam, he worked for Dubuque Wilbert Vaults.

Fess took everything life threw at him in stride. He enjoyed bowling, the outdoors and was a Cubs and Bears fan. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Peggy Otting of Dubuque; two children, Dwayne (Suzanne O’Neil) Otting of Cascade and Michelle (Frank) Montoya of Glendale , Arizona; six grandchildren, Madison Heim-Otting, Lane Otting, Emma Otting, Erica Montoya, Alexis Montoya and Jaden Montoya; a great grandson, Ryker Fagan and two former daughters in law, Sherry and Tera. He is also survived by his siblings, Mary Weber of Hazel Green, Wisc., Elizabeth “Betty” Otting of Waterloo, Emil (Ruby) Otting, Jr. of Dubuque, Margaret (Johnny) Maize of Oklahoma, Raymond Otting of Dubuque, Rosemary Heim of Dubuque, Racheal (Jim Lorence) Bartle of Dubuque, Phillip (Melissa) Otting Potosi, Wisc., Grace (Michael) Brade of Dubuque, Helen “Pixie” (Mark) Mitchley of Dubuque, and Christine (Kevin) Light of Rewy, Wisc and many nieces and nephews.

For further information, please visit www.egelhofsiegertcasper.com.

Germaine E. Weber

Germaine E. “Gigi” Weber, age 91, of Dubuque, was called home peacefully at 7:42 a.m., on Friday, April 20, 2018, at home, surrounded by her loving family. To honor Gigi’s life, funeral services will be held at 4:30 p.m., on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Behr Funeral Home, 1491 Main Street, with Deacon Mike Ellis officiating. To celebrate Gigi’s life, family and friends may visit from 1:00 p.m., until the time of services at 4:30 p.m., on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Behr Funeral Home. Entombment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery Mausoleum.

Gigi was born the 7th of 9 children, on August 25, 1926, in Farley, Iowa, the 5th daughter of George and Bertha (Beckman) Oberbroeckling.

Gigi was united in marriage to the love of her life, John “Jack” Weber, on May 28, 1955, at Sacred Heart Church in Dubuque. The two were blessed with 55 years together, and 2 adored children, before Jack was called home ahead of her, almost 7 earthly years to the day for their eternal reunion this morning, on April 21, 2011. Gigi was raised with a strong work ethic, and she would diligently put those lessons to use at the Dubuque Packing Company for 40 years until her well deserved retirement eventually arrived. Gigi was an active, faith filled woman who always enjoyed spending time with her friends at her beloved St. Mary’s Church, as well as social gatherings at the Moose Lodge. In her free-time, Gigi could often be found decorating, making sure everything was in “just the right place” in her tidy home, religiously manicuring her perfect lawn, practicing her throwing technique for the Jack’s Trucking Team at the bowling alley, or creating a delicious meal and sweet treats for her family to enjoy around the dinner table. Gigi was also a talented quilter who has created countless treasured keepsakes for family and friends over the years. She and Jack also traveled extensively for most of their lives and loved any opportunity to soak up the sun, sights and sounds in any new destination. However, beyond a doubt, spending time with her family brought Gigi the greatest joy imaginable. She looked forward to any opportunity where family bonding and memories could be created, especially if doting on her forever precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren could be achieved. We are deeply saddened today at the loss of our sweet mother, grandmother, sister and friend, but we thankfully discover comfort in the fact that she is now reunited with her beloved Jack, once again, and that the Lord was gracious enough to share our wonderful Gigi with us for 91 years.

Those left to cherish Gigi’s memory include

her children,
Sandra (Steven) Rackis, Iowa City, IA
and John “Bronco” Weber, Dubuque, IA;

3 grandchildren,
Jordan (Melissa) Weber, Dubuque, IA,
Gina Weber, Dubuque, IA
and Colin Rackis, Iowa City, IA;

and 2 great-granddaughters,
Breelyn Weber, Olivia Germaine Weber, and another baby on the way.

Gigi was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, John “Jack” Weber; and her 8 siblings, Lucinda Clemens, Viola Bowling, Helen Parker, Virginia Lopez, Mary Schmitt, Donald Oberbroeckling, Arthur Oberbroeckling, George Jake Oberbroeckling Jr.

A Germaine E. “Gigi” Weber memorial fund has been established, which will be distributed among her favorite charities.

Gigi’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the nurses and staff at Finley Hospital, and Hospice of Dubuque, for their wonderful care and helping to keep her comfortable in her final days. Also, a very special thanks to her loving granddaughter, Gina, who has made it possible for Gigi to remain in her home, she loved so much, over these past few years.

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

Richard G. Lund

Richard G. “Dick” Lund, 77, of Andrew, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018, at his home in Andrew, Iowa.

A celebration of Dick’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Monday, April 23, 2018, at Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 P.M. on Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be in the Andrew, IA Cemetery.

Richard Gene Lund was born on August 16, 1940, in Iowa City, Iowa, to John Edward and Clara Pauline (McConkey) Lund. He was a 1958 graduate of Andrew High School and always remained close with his classmates.

He married Margaret Ann Gerlich on August 22, 1959, in Bellevue, Iowa. To this union three children: Julie, Janet and Jean.

Dick first worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa as an inspector for 20 years. He then worked at Caterpillar in Mt. Joy for three years on the assembly line, and lastly for Andrew Meats for over 17 years.

Dick was a member of Salem Lutheran Church in Andrew, and the Jim Beam Club of Cedar Rapids. He had formerly served as a volunteer fireman on the Andrew Fire Department, and as a former Andrew City Councilman.

He enjoyed traveling with Margaret and going on bus trips with favorite places being Branson and the Smokey Mountains. He especially loved spending time with his family and always looked forward to the Andrew class reunions.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Margaret Lund of Andrew, IA; children, Julie (Randy) Kirk of Bellevue, IA, Janet (Todd) Treat of Andrew, IA, and Jean (Craig) Luna of Clarksville, TN; 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Georgia Shady of Maquoketa, IA, and Lillie Hancock of Bellevue, IA.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Clara and Thelma, and brothers John Jr., Lewis, Hubert, Leslie and Ronald.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Richard G. “Dick” Lund memorial fund has been established.

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

James P. Link

James P. “Boinger” Link, 55, of Dyersville passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018, while doing what he loved, trucking, in Lafayette County, Wisconsin.

Visitation will be held 2 – 8 pm Sunday, April 22, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville. Visitation will continue Monday from 9 – 10 am at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am Monday, April 23, 2018, St. Francis Xavier Basilica in Dyersville with burial in the church cemetery. Rev. Dennis Quint will officiate.

Jim was born August 1, 1962, in Dubuque the son of John and Mary Susan “Susie” (Danz) Link. Jim attended Beckman Catholic High School. He married Judy Lueck on May 10, 1986, in Dyersville. With his brothers, he co-owned & operated Jack Link Truck Line. Jim enjoyed boating, camping, car cruises, but most of all he enjoyed the loves of his life, Judy and his children. Everywhere Jim went he was sure to have everyone laughing.

Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Judy, 3 children: Ryan (Dina) Link of Farley, Lindsey Link (fiancé Jeff Eschbach) of California, Rachel Link (friend Nick Fallon) of Dyersville; siblings: Mike (Ann) Link, Bill (Connie) Link, Chris (Nicole) Link and John (Emily) Link, all of Dyersville; parents-in-law, Don and Cecilia Lueck of Dyersville,

in-laws: Kathy (Carl) Wessels, Dan (Lynne) Lueck, Jim (Mary Kay) Lueck, Chuck (Lynn) Lueck, Tim (Amy) Lueck and Kevin Lueck all of Dyersville, Tom (Gerrie) Lueck and Ken (Lynn) Lueck, both of Cedar Rapids, and many nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Thomas Link in 2007.

Memorials are preferred.

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

Georgia Jean Olds

Georgia Jean Olds, at the age of 65, lost her long battle with cancer on Monday, April 16th, 2018 at home in Dubuque, Iowa with her beloved Husband, Paul, by her side.

According to Georgia’s wishes, no public visitation or service will be held. A private burial will be at a later date in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dubuque Iowa. Leonard Funeral Home and Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family.

Georgia was born on July 27, 1952, the daughter of Floyd and Violet (Baker) Bennett, in Dubuque, Iowa. Georgia met the love of her life, Paul S. Olds, at Dubuque Senior High School when she was 15. They married at Sacred Heart Church, Dubuque, Iowa, on September 5, 1970. They would go on to share and celebrate over 47 devoted years of marriage together.

Georgia graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1970. Over the next 21 years she would live with her loving husband in Patuxent River, Maryland; Guantanamo Bay Navel Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba; Jacksonville, Florida; Norfolk, Virginia; and Rantoul, Illinois; and eventually moved back to Dubuque after her husband retired from the Navy in 1991.

Above all else Georgia loved to make people smile, she was a caring giving person who never said ‘no’. Her, husband Paul fondly says, “She was the toughest women I know, she was the center piece that held everything together and was the driving force that always got things done. She was the type of woman that gave everything and would always sacrifice her own needs for others. She is deeply loved and will be missed by her loved ones and all that knew her.”

She is survived by her husband Paul, two sons, Anthony “Tony” (Kristina) Bohr, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Jonathan “Jonny” Olds of Ingleside, IL. Three grandchildren, Jacob Bohr currently serving in the Air Force, Brandon Olds currently serving with the United States Marine Corps and Avija Olds. Her siblings, Irene (Bill) Jackson, Floyd Bennett, and Nancy Funk all of Dubuque, Phillip Bennett and Elisabeth Bennett of Iowa City, along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Violet Bennett, and her sister, Patricia Bennett.

Online condolences may be left at www.leonardfuneralhome.com

In lieu of flowers a Georgia Olds memorial fund will be established.

A very special thank you to Melissa, Amy C. and Julie of Hospice of Dubuque.

Harold L. Durkop

Harold L. Durkop, 89, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away, Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at Crestridge Care Center.

A celebration of Harold’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, April 26, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, April 25, 2018. A private burial will be at the Evergreen Cemetery, Delmar, Iowa, at a later date.

Harold Leon Durkop was born January 23, 1929 in Clinton County, Iowa, to Fred A. and Vivian B. (Brown) Durkop. He attended elementary school at Elwood, Iowa and then country school near Iron Hill through the 8th grade. He enrolled in the Adult Education Program at Maquoketa High School and earned his high school diploma in 1973 .

He married Donna Merlene Clark, September 28, 1952, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Bellevue, Iowa. To this union three children were born: Dennis, Debora and Cheryl.

Harold and Donna first farmed south of Baldwin, then for Frank Hansen near Elwood. He later worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa before moving to Delmar where he ran the corn sheller for Delmar Grain & Feed until 1966, followed by 2 years with Welton Elevator. From 1968 until retirement in 1988 he was employed with Caterpillar Tractor at Mt. Joy, Iowa. In retirement, he manned Bowman’s Car Wash, helped out at Everett Mattox Auctions, and lent a hand at harvest time for brother-in-law Kelly Keeney.

He enjoyed home carpentry, tinkering with lawnmowers, and gardening. Harold and Donna visited many states during their travels. They were Dade City, Florida snowbirds from 1991 to 2010.

Those left to honor Harold’s memory include his children, Dennis, Debora (Dan) Holm, and Cheryl; 4 grandchildren, Amy Hayward, Troy (Kit) Hayward, Maria (David) Hong, and Myling Durkop; 2 step-grandchildren, Marty (Jennifer) Holm, and Eric (Ashley) Stoltz; 2 great-grandchildren; 7 step-great-grandchildren; a sister, Luella (Kelly) Keeney of Delmar, Iowa; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Norma and Glen Bormann of Andrew, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Donna on November 15, 2013, and a sister and brother-in-law Lola and Bill Felderman.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Harold L. Durkop memorial fund has been established.

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

Vida Shireman

Vida Shireman, 90, of Dubuque, IA died on Tuesday, April 17, at Mercy Medical Center of Dubuque.

Funeral Service will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 21st, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road. Burial will follow in Asbury Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 20th, 2018 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory.

Vida Jean Lewis was born on February 18, 1928 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Roy and Blanche (Whitehead) Lewis. She grew up in Durango and Dubuque, IA and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. In 1943 she married Bernard John Shireman. They were together 48 years when he preceded her in death on September 24, 1991.

Vida was always an outdoors person until her health prevented her from pursuing her favorite activities: horseback riding, fishing, camping in their motor home, morel hunting in the spring, berry picking in the summer, and walnut gathering and bittersweet hunting in the fall. Vida especially loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren and they returned that love. She was “Grandma Vida” not only to them but also to many other children in her life. Her banana bread was especially loved by these kids (as well as many friends and family).

Vida is survived by her three children: Jean (Tom) Schwartz of Dubuque; Gayle (Don) Clasen of
Bernard, IA; and Dan (Joan) Shireman of Bernard, IA. Seven grandchildren: Joe (Amy) Clasen of LaMotte, IA; Christina (Dwight) Nyquist of Rock Island, IL; Scott (Jacki) Clasen of LaMotte, IA; Jaime (Lance) DeClue of Steelville, MO; Chris (Nancy) Germain of Buffalo, IA; Jessica (Jake) Kendall of Marion, IA; and Brittney Shireman of Cedar Rapids, IA. Eight great grandchildren: Michael Germain of Davenport, IA; Corey Clasen of Cedar Rapids, IA; Mercedes Nyquist of Rock Island, IL; Dakota DeClue of Steelville, MO; Dalton and Carter Clasen of LaMotte, IA; and Hayden and Harper Kendall of Marion, IA. Her siblings James (Anna Mae) Lewis of Dubuque, and Marla Nelson of Sun City, AZ.

Vida was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, sister Loreen Digmann, brothers Bill and Charlie Lewis, her great grandson Nicholas Germain.

The family would like to express their thanks to Stonehill Care Center, her friends at Alverno Apartments and her longtime friend, Lulu Hohmann.

James M. Rohl

James M. “Grizz” Rohl, 51, of Maquoketa, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, April 15, 2018, at his home in rural Maquoketa.

Friends and family may gather in remembrance of “Grizz” on Saturday, May 19, 2018, from 2 to 4 P.M. in “The Bistro” at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Cremation rites have been accorded.

James Michael Rohl was born on July 18, 1966 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Ronald Ray and Irene Grace (Goldammer) Rohl. He grew up in Illinois where he proudly earned the Eagle Scout rank and graduated from Downers Grove South High School. Following graduation, “Grizz” had worked in the printing industry as a service manager for many years. He moved with the love of his life, Janice, to Iowa in 2007 and found that this was the place where he belonged.

“Grizz” loved everything outdoors, country living, motorcycle riding, his tractor, flying his drone, and model airplanes. He had an incredible love for animals and was a phenomenal cook who enjoyed eating as much as cooking.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife, Janice Caine of Maquoketa, IA; step-children, Josh (Julie) Caine of Oswego, IL, and Jessica (Nick) Caine of Maquoketa, IA; 2 grandchildren, Jacob and Jonathan Caine; his parents, Ronald and Irene Rohl of Downers Grove, IL; a sister, Carol (Amy Coe-Rohl) Rohl of Boston, MA; and 2 nieces, Abigail and Caroline. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions may be directed to the Esophageal Cancer Awareness Association Inc., P.O. Box 55071 #15530, Boston, MA 02205-5071. You may also donate by calling them at (800) 601.0613 or online at www.ecaware.org.
Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Elmer L. Olsem

Elmer L. Olsem, 89, of Manchester, Iowa, formerly of Colesburg, passed away on Tuesday, April 17, 2018, at the Edgewood Convalescent Home in Edgewood. He was born on September 21, 1928, in Garnavillo, the son of August and Anna (Harter) Olsem.

Elmer attended school through eighth grade in Garnavillo. On April 14, 1953, he married Wilma Reth at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Masonville. Three children were born to this union. Elmer farmed with his wife in rural Colesburg and drove truck for several years for New Vienna Feeds.

Elmer enjoyed playing cards and fishing. He also spent a great deal of time in his shop on the farm. However, he most cherished being a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Wilma of Manchester; his children, Jerry (Mac) Olsem of Greeley, Jim (Liz) Olsem of Lisbon, and Linda (Ken) Nixon of Boise, Idaho; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; a sister, Irene Hoeger of Holy Cross; and many nieces and nephews.

Elmer was preceded in death by his parents, August and Anna; and four siblings, Laurita Oldfather, Mildred Petsche, Arnold Olsem, and Marvin Olsem.

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

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

Mass of Christian Burial: 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Colesburg, with Reverend John Haugen officiating.

Visitation: 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 20, 2018, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Edgewood, with a Scripture service at 7:00 p.m. Friends may also call one hour before Mass on Saturday at the church.

Interment: 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery – Manchester, Iowa

Berniece M. Kieler-Kaiser

Berniece M. Kieler-Kaiser, 88, of Kieler, Wisconsin, died Monday, April 16, 2018, at Southwest Health Center Hospital in Platteville. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 20, 2018, at Immaculate Conception Church in Kieler with Rev. Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Friends may call from 3-8 p.m. Thursday at Casey Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City where the parish wake service will be at 2:45 p.m. Friends may call from 9-10:15 a.m. Friday at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center before the funeral service.

Berniece was born on November 29, 1929, in Potosi, Wisconsin, the daughter of Charles and Martha (Schmitz) Abing. She married Edward “Eddie” Kieler on September 13, 1949, at St. Andrew’s Church in Tennyson. Eddie died on February 9, 1981. She married Eldon Kaiser on February 23, 1990. Eldon died on June 23, 1995. Berniece worked at the Dugout Supper Club from 1965-1969, at Country Heights Supper Club from 1970-1991, and at Roshek’s Bridal Alterations Department for six years.

Survivors include her children, Dwaine Kieler, of Oregon, WI, Mary Jo Kieler, of Brookfield, WI, Sharon Kaiser, of Dubuque, and Lori (Dave) Freese, of East Dubuque; her stepdaughters, Joan (Matt) Kieler, of Sinsinawa, and Mary Jo (Dave) Brant, of Kieler; her sisters, Marie Herrig, of St. Donatus, IA, Irene Seng, of Potosi, Luella Brandt, of Kieler, Betty (Jim) Jungk, of Dubuque, Doris (Bernard) Hentrich, of Hazel Green, and Margaret (Joe) Hentrich, of Belmont; a brother, Irvin (Katie) Abing, of Potosi; eleven grandchildren, Eddie Kieler, Rachel & Ben Kieler, Austin Kieler, Kari Niedermaier, Kristin Kaiser, Kayla Strei, and Travis, Cole, Lance and Kelsey Freese; ten step-grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren; and many step-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her sisters-in-law, Paulette Abing, of Potosi, Bernadette (Don) Williams, of Lancaster, Sr. Angeline Kieler, of Milwaukee, Louise Kieler, of Dubuque, Sue Wedig, of Belmont, and Ruth Kieler, of Platteville; and a brother in-law, Dan Joyce, of Lancaster.

She was also preceded in death by a son, Kevin Kieler on October 21, 1999; and three brothers, Cyril (Florentine), Leo and Richard Abing.

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

George Erwin White

George Erwin White, 81, of Manchester, Iowa, passed away on Monday, April 16, 2018, at the Good Neighbor Home in Manchester.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, April 20, 2018, at Leonard-Muller Funeral Home in Manchester. Friends may also call one hour before services on Saturday at the church. The Funeral Service will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2018, at the United Methodist Church in Manchester, with Reverend Phil Rogers officiating. Interment will be at Oakland Cemetery in Manchester, Iowa.

He was born on June 9, 1936, in Manchester, the son of George T. and Louiemaude (Harmen) White. He was raised and educated in the area. Following his graduation from Manchester High School in 1955, George worked at the city service station and drove semi.

George married Virginia Morley on his twenty-first birthday, June 9, 1957, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua. Three children were born to this union. In 1960, George began his career at Bennett Explosives as an explosives expert. He retired in the late 1990s.

George was a lifetime member of the United Methodist Church in Manchester. He and Virginia were members of the Mountain Doers Camping Club, traveling to many states over the years. George had also served on the Delaware County Conservation Board and the Fish and Game Club Board.

George loved spending time with his friends, being outdoors, and gardening. He also enjoyed doing word finds and playing cards and dominos. He cherished time with his family.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Virginia White of Manchester; his children, Deb (Gary) Gibbs of Manchester and Scott (Crystal) White of Williamsburg; five grandchildren, Kayla (Corey) Hood of Manchester, Becca Gibbs of Marion, Morgan Gibbs of Manchester, and Abigail White and Caroline White, both of Williamsburg; three great-grandchildren, Millie Jones and Aubree and Grayson Hood; three sisters, Eleanor Williamson of St. Petersburg, Florida, and Florence Parrott and Helen (Cliff) Cole, all of Manchester; and many sisters- and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews.

George was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Doug White; his brothers, Bill White, Ted Williams, Walter White, and David White; three sisters, Etta Ballard, Mary Porter, and one in infancy; and many sisters- and brothers-in-law and nieces and nephews.

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

Floyd W. Feldmann

Floyd W. Feldmann, 84, of Edgewood, passed away Monday, April 16, 2018, at Edgewood Convalescent Home, Edgewood.

Visitation will be held 2 – 8 p.m. Thursday, April 19, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville where a parish vigil service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will continue from 9 – 10 a.m. Friday at Kramer Funeral Home prior to funeral services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 20, 2018, St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Hopkinton, with burial in the Hopkinton cemetery where military honors will be accorded. Rev. John Kramer will officiate with Rev Paul Baldwin concelebrating.

Floyd was born March 30, 1934 in Hopkinton the son of Anton and Isabella (Jaeger) Feldmann. He married Rita (Thole) Feldmann on May 23, 1998 in Sand Springs. Floyd served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany. He was a life member of the Edward E. Lake VFW Post 7736 of New Vienna.

Survivors include his wife of 19 years, Rita, step children: Margie (LeRoy) Helle, Marilyn (Joe) Willenbring, Lois (Gene) White, Arnold (Carmen) Feldmann, Linda (Mark) Opat, Joyce (Tom) Nefzger, Connie (Rodney) Nefzger, Mae (Kelly) Salow, 29 step grandchildren, 46 step great grandchildren, 2 step great great grandchildren, siblings: Jerome Feldmann, Lavonne (Leander) Burkle, Les (Joan) Feldmann, Elmer (Dorothy) Feldmann, Dave (Sandy) Feldmann, Irvin Feldmann and Tony (Joyce) Feldmann, Loras (Mary) Feldmann, Jerry (Barb) Feldmann, Dan (Barb) Feldmann, sister-in-law, Leanna Feldmann.

He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Paul Feldmann, Theresa (Leon) Burkle, in-laws: Mary Jane Feldmann, step son, Dale Feldmann,

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

Lois Irene Jensen

After a long struggle with Alzheimer’s, Lois Irene Jensen, age 87, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque, IA with her two eldest children by her side.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 21 at Grand View United Methodist Church with the Rev. Tom Shinkle officiating. A visitation will be held from 9-10:45 a.m., Saturday at the church. Burial will be held at a later date. The Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory is assisting the family.

Lois was born on September 25th, 1930 in LaCrosse, WI to Kenneth and Marguerite (Dikeman) Kemper. In 1946 she stole the heart of James “Jim” Jensen with her charms and upon his return from the Marine Corp they were wed on July 16th, 1948 in the University Chapel at The Wesley Foundation in Madison, WI.

Lois was a devoted wife, loving mother, and doting grandma who would do anything for her family and friends. She enjoyed reading and houseplants. Lois was known by many for her excellent cooking skills. She made a mean Southern fried chicken and her pies were outstanding. She spent hours each year making gift boxes filled with her homemade cookies and candies. She was an accomplished seamstress making clothes and costumes for family members. Lois was extremely talented with a crochet hook. She made exquisite baby blankets for all her grandchildren and her nieces and nephews children.

In addition to raising her four children, she went to Fennimore Vocational College and then worked as a secretary at LCC, Inc and Wisconsin Job Service in Lancaster, WI and also at Mutual of Omaha in Omaha, NE.

Lois is survived by her husband, Jim; her children: Dean (Lori), Barb (Dwayne) Holliday, Donald (Josefa), and Laura (Larry) Salopek; her grandchildren: Javier, Alex (Lily), Dean, Adam, Mitchel, and Katie; and great grandson, Felix.

Lois was preceded in death by her siblings: Phyllis Garthwaite, Joyce (Gerald) Pluemer, and Wendell “Butch” Pien.

Memorials may be given to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America at alzfdn.org.

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Mercy Hospital and Oak Park Place in Dubuque for the tremendous care and compassion shown to Lois and her family.

LeAnn D. McCallister

LeAnn D. McCallister, 61, of Maquoketa, Iowa, died suddenly on Saturday evening, April 14, 2018, at the Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa, Iowa.

A celebration of LeAnn’s life will be held at 10 A.M., Friday, April 20, 2018 at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 3 to 7 P.M. on Thursday, April 19, 2018, at Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa. Burial will be at the Mayflower Cemetery, Oxford Junction, Iowa.

LeAnn Dawn Meade was born on December 16, 1956 in Maquoketa, Iowa, to Ronald and Anita (Powelka) Meade. She was a 1975 graduate of Maquoketa High School and later AIC in Davenport for Accounting. She married Richard “Dick” McCallister on November 18, 2000 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

LeAnn was always busy and had worked various accounting and bookkeeping jobs throughout the years, sometimes for multiple companies at the same time. Some of these jobs included working for RonAnn’s Floral Shoppe in Maquoketa, Alter Trading in Davenport, Dairy Queen, PMW in Maquoketa, River Service Co. in Maquoketa, Lemke Electric in Park View, and serving as the city clerk for Delmar and Welton, and as the Welton Township Clerk. She recently had started her own bookkeeping business, McCallister Bookkeeping and Payroll Services, and also continued as the bookkeeper for Advantage Electric in Moline, McCallister HVAC in Maquoketa and the City of Welton.

LeAnn loved her family and especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She had a willing heart and was always ready to help whoever needed it. Additionally, she enjoyed collecting hummingbirds and she and Dick were caregivers to Helen Hute for many years.

Those left to honor LeAnn’s memory include her husband, Richard “Dick” McCallister of Maquoketa, IA; children, Eric (Sarah) McAvan of Eldridge, IA, and Brandon (Lacey) McAvan of Elwood, IA; a daughter-in-law, Jenny (Randy) Schulz of Park View, IA; 6 grandchildren, Jackson, Lily, Hailey, Logan, Emma and Kinsley; siblings, Wendy (Dennis) Scott of Maquoketa, IA, Daylyn (Kris Heinemann) Meade of Sebastopal, CA, Diane (Vic) Rathje of Amana, IA, and Ramona (Wayne) Moon of Lake of the Ozarks, MO.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and infant twin brothers.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a LeAnn D. McCallister memorial fund has been established.

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

Michael Strowmatt

Michael Strowmatt, 70, of Edgewood, Iowa passed away Friday, April 13, 2018, at his home of natural causes.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday April 20, 2018, at Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12th Ave SW in Dyersville where a Funeral Service will be held at 7:00 p.m. and military honors to follow.

Mike was born October 25, 1947 in Carlinville, IL, the son of Charles and Fannie “Bonnie” (Kilgore) Strowmatt. Mike was a United States Marine and served his country honorably. He married Tonia Little on July 5, 1967 in Carlinville, IL, and later divorced. Together they had four children.

Mike later met Carol Driscoll and together they shared 26 memorable years. He worked at Lynch Livestock and Dyersville Sales Company for many years. He enjoyed the St. Louis Cardinals, Dallas Cowboys and NASCAR. In his younger years he enjoyed golfing, bowling, hunting and fishing. Mike spent his spare time socializing with friends in the local bars. His daily routine included cross word puzzles. Above all Mike was proud of his children and loved spending time with his family.

Survivors include fiancé, Carol Driscoll of Dyersville, children: Natalie Hand of Oglala, SD, David (Kandy) Strowmatt of Cedar Rapids, Todd Strowmatt of Shawnee, OK, Nathan (Jennifer) Strowmatt of Bryan, TX, step-children: Melissa (Daniel) Gamboa of Mesa, AZ, Tara (Gino) DeBernado of San Jose, CA, Chad (Melissa) Driscoll of Dubuque, Vanessa (Brad Staner) Driscoll of Cascade, Sara (Steve Allen) Driscoll of Peosta, 16 grandchildren:
sister: Pam Park of TN, in-laws: Joan (Russ) Pettinger, Tom Wilgenbusch both of Dyersville and Dennis Wilgenbusch (Kimberly Gonner) of New Vienna.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother Samuel Strowmatt.

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