Betty A. (Smith) Fishnick, 73, passed through heavens gates on December 23, 2023 after a courageous 4 year battle with Parkinson’s/Dementia. To honor Betty’s life, there will be a Celebration of Life held on March 16, 2024 from 1-3 at the American Legion, 1306 Delhi St, Dubuque, IA.

She was born on May 19, 1950 in Dubuque, IA the daughter of Clarence and Mae Smith, Sherrill, IA. She graduated from Wahlert High School class of 1968.

On May 16, 1970 she married Michael (Mike) L. Fishnick. Betty held many different jobs but none more important than being a homemaker and eventually an at home caregiver for those that needed her most.

Betty made friends easily and was usually the loudest in the group. She wasn’t shy to let you know what was on her mind and you always knew where you stood. She loved her family and grandkids with so much passion. You could ALWAYS count on Nan!

In true Betty form, her last wish was to continue to help others. She has donated her brain to continue the efforts to cure dementia.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband Mike, daughter Jamie (Toby) Ryan; grandsons Alan (Susan) Duffy, Nate (Marija) Duffy, Levi and Trent Ryan; granddaughters Morgan Duffy and Aunna Ryan; great-grandsons Lincoln, Stellan and Nikola Duffy; two brothers and numerous brother in-laws, sister in-laws, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her son Michael Fishnick Jr, daughter Tonya Duffy, parents Clarence & Mae Smith, in-laws Bernard & Edna Fishnick, brother in-law Patrick Fishnick Sr, and sister in-law Kim Fishnick.

In lieu of flowers of Betty A. Fishnick memorial fund has been established.