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Larry L. Lampe, 93, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Mill Valley Care Center in Be...
11/15/2025

Larry L. Lampe, 93, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue.
A Funeral Mass celebrating Larry’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. Visitation will take place from 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. prior to Mass at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Military Honors will be performed by the Bellevue American Legion Post #273. Burial will be held at a later date at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.
Larry was born on August 6, 1932, the son of William and Anna (Haxmeier) Lampe in a stone home in rural Bellevue. From 1953–1955, he proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean conflict. On June 7, 1955, Larry married the love of his life, Maryetta Schmidt, at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Springbrook. Together they built a beautiful life filled with faith, family, and service.
He worked at Clinton Engines in Maquoketa and Ensign Coil in Bellevue. Larry and Maryetta in 1973 bought Lampe True Value and served their community for 22 years, a business he took great pride in before eventually passing it on to his son upon retirement. Deeply committed to his community, Larry was active in numerous organizations, including St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, charter member of Bellevue Volunteer Ambulance Service, and a 70-year member of Bellevue American Legion Post #273, serving on the Honor Guard for many years. He most importantly cherished time spent with family and friends and especially enjoyed the weekly gatherings of the BES Club, a tradition he looked forward to for many years. Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, traveling, and wintering in Florida.
Larry touched the lives of many with his kindness, dedication, humor, and warm spirit. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Larry is survived by his wife of 70 years, Maryetta; his children, Lori (Dan) Kilburg, Chris (Kathie) Lampe, Chuck (Bobbie) Lampe, and Bill (Paula) Lampe; 17 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren on the way; his brother, Norbert Lampe; and brothers- and sisters-in-law, Leonard (Shirley) Schmidt, Vincent Schmidt, Vitus (Bev) Schmidt, Levi (Vera) Schmidt, Pat (Jiggs) Trenkamp, David (Audrey) Schmidt, Charlene Grothues, and Tom (Lee) Schmidt; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended relatives.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings and in-laws, Richard (Velma) Lampe, Linda Lampe, Mercedes (Alvin) Herrig, Helen (John) Daugherty, Mary (Arnie) Sturm, Marcella “Babe” (Dwain) Junk; and numerous brothers- and sisters-in-law.
In lieu of flowers or other memorials, please donate to the Bellevue Ambulance Service or the Bellevue Bread Basket in Larry’s memory.
His family is grateful to and wish to thank all those at Mill Valley Care Center for giving him wonderful care for the last 16 months.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com.

Rickie L. Budde, 71 of Springbrook, passed on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.  Celebra...
11/09/2025

Rickie L. Budde, 71 of Springbrook, passed on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. Celebration of Life will be Sunday, November 16th, 2025 from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm at Jeronimo’s Bar and Grill in Springbrook, Iowa. Inurnment will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Preston at a later date.
Rickie was born October 21, 1954, the son of Vernon and Lavita (Tebbe) Budde. He married Dory Klemme on August 31st, 1974. Rickie "papa" was a long-time businessman. The Corner Stop, Gooselake C-Store & Millenium Ballroom and later, Papa's Pumpkin Patch, which he treasured, bringing many smiles to so many families over the years.
Survivors include his wife, Dory; special daughter, Kathy Kilburg, children, Jesse (the late Theresa) Budde and Megan Hute, Jeremy (Michelle) Budde, Jill Huling, and Jennifer (Travis) Weber; 16 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; his 2 special "littles"; his faithful companion, Alvin; a sister, Connie (Lonnie) Ernst; sisters in-law, Linda Budde, Bev Cook; and numerous extended relatives and friends.
Rickie was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter in-law, Theresa Budde; siblings, Loras Budde, Roger (Linda) Budde, and Dean Budde.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www,hachmannfuneralhome.com

Patricia A. (Current) Scheckel, 76, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025, at her home surroun...
11/08/2025

Patricia A. (Current) Scheckel, 76, of Bellevue, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 13, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. Additional visitation will be held Thursday morning from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. prior to Mass at the funeral home. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Bellevue.

Pat was born on February 18, 1949, the daughter of James and Rose Marie (Lambert) Current. She initially married her high school sweetheart Dan Knake in May of 1971, he tragically died in December of that same year. Pat later married the love of her life, Thomas Scheckel, on March 15, 1975, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue, a union in which all of her children were born.

Over the years, Pat lived a full and meaningful life, wearing many hats with grace and dedication. She volunteered coaching her kids many sporting teams through the years, She owned and operated her own beauty salon from 1971 to 1976. She operated her own clothing stores, Kids Kountry and Kids Korner in the 1980’s. She later worked at the Bellevue Community Schools caring for special needs children, a role in which she loved. For 50 years she has been the co owner and office manager of Scheckel Construction, United Auction Center, and the entire Scheckel farming operations, supporting her husband in all things. Above all, Pat cherished her role as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Her greatest joy came from her family, especially her 14 beloved grandchildren. Her life centered around making their events and games, always the biggest fan and supporter. Always a special hug no matter the outcome.

She enjoyed decorating her house, especially at Christmas. Often participating in parade of homes to share her joy of the holiday.

Pat was proud of their induction into the Iowa Quarter Horse Racing Hall of Fame in 2024, a testament to the passion and contributions to the sport.

Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Tom; her children, Casey Veach, Josh (Angie) Scheckel, Jake (Ashley) Scheckel; her 14 grandchildren; her siblings, Chuck (Wendy) Current, and Amy (Chris) Smith; nephew D.J. Head, her sisters- and brothers-in-law, Marilyn (Merlin “Pete”) Clasen, Patricia (Gerald) Meis, Dave Scheckel, Lou Ann Scheckel, Bonnie (Bertrand “Butch”) Coakley, Ruth (Rich) Hopson, and Jane (Ron) Nemmers; and many other nieces, nephews, and extended family members who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her son-in-law, Jason Veach; her father- and mother-in-law, Odelo and Ila Scheckel; her sister, Jeanne (Mick) Head; and her sisters- and brothers-in-law, Judith Scheckel, Wayne (Julie) Scheckel, Carol Scheckel, Mary Ellen Scheckel, Donald Scheckel, and Steven Scheckel.

The family requests any memorials be made to a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Robert Francis Tarr, Sr., 88 of Miles, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Mercy One Hospital in Dubuque.  Vis...
10/23/2025

Robert Francis Tarr, Sr., 88 of Miles, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at Mercy One Hospital in Dubuque. Visitation will be 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. Funeral Services with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will begin following the visitation at the funeral home.

Robert was born April 1, 1937, the son of Russell and Coyla Mae (Head) Tarr. He served his Country in the US Navy enlisting in 1955 until retiring from active service and retuning to Iowa in 1985 to enjoy retirement. Robert married Barbara Ann Thomas on January 22, 1967, shed passed in February of 1982, he later married Susan Peters on November 27, 1992 in Clinton, Iowa. Robert enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping and being outdoors with family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Susan; children, Julie Anne Tarr and Robert F. Tarr, Jr.; 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; and numerous extended relatives.
Robert was preceded in death by his parents; and step-mother, Bessie Tarr.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Robert’s memory.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Rita M. (Schlecht) Wiegert, age 86, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025.Funeral Services will be held a...
10/17/2025

Rita M. (Schlecht) Wiegert, age 86, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2025.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in St. Donatus. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow in St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Rita was born on October 18, 1938, the daughter of Elmer and Mildred (Brown) Schlecht. She attended Country School at Washington #1 and later graduated from Miles High School. On December 3, 1960, she was united in marriage to Raymond Wiegert at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Raymond preceded her in death on March 19, 1997.
Rita was employed at the Jackson County Courthouse and later worked at Mill Valley Care Center for over 30 years before retiring. She had a passion for genealogy research and was well known for her exceptional cooking. Rita will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Reynold Wiegert and Rhonda (Mark) Hefel; granddaughter, Rachel Hefel; brothers-in-law, Albert Wiegert, Jr. and Eldon Wiegert; along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Raymond; a son, Roland Wiegert in 2007; siblings, Richard (Rosalee) Schlecht and Joseph (JoAnn) Schlecht; and in-laws, Laverne (Mary) Wiegert, Alverda (John) Beck, Harold Wiegert, Judy Wiegert, and Sandy Wiegert.
A special thank you to Above and Beyond Hospice and Mill Valley Care Center Staff for your care of our mother during this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Above and Beyond Hospice or St. John’s Lutheran Church in Rita’s memory.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

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Bernard “Red” Kutsch, 99, of Bellevue, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025.A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. ...
10/06/2025

Bernard “Red” Kutsch, 99, of Bellevue, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at St. Donatus Catholic Church in St. Donatus. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. Burial with Military Honors, conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273, will be in St. Donatus Catholic Cemetery in St. Donatus.

Bernard was born October 8, 1925, in Dubuque, the son of Clem and Clara (Neises) Kutsch. He graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. Bernard served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1944–1946.

He married Adeline “Addie” Kilburg on June 24, 1950, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Andrew. The couple moved to St. Donatus on October 31, 1954. Bernard worked for John Deere Dubuque Works in Advanced Manufacturing as an analyst for 35 years, retiring in 1982. In retirement, he enjoyed fishing and fixing small engines and woodworking. Bernard was also an active member of St. Donatus Parish.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 75 years, Addie; five children: Diane (Darrell) Kalmes, Carol (Richard) Udelhofen, Doris (Marty) Ernst, Rose (Brad) Schilling, and Kevin “Chip” (MaryAnn) Kutsch; grandchildren: Chad (Lily) Kalmes, Jennifer (Russell) Michels, Joseph (Lisa) Ernst, Tammy (Steven) Harms, Christopher (Kati) Ernst, Jason (Jennifer) Noonan and Dylan (Season) Kutsch; and 15
great-grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings: Harold (Vivian) Kutsch, Walter (Marie) Kutsch, Francis (Delilah) Kutsch, Richard (Lorraine) Kutsch, Clara (Henry) Kubitz, and his twin sister, Bernice (Justin) Niensteadt, granddaughter Dawn Kalmes and son in law Darrell Nemmers.

A memorial fund has been established in Bernard’s memory.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

David J. Scheckel, 75, of Springbrook, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Friday, Oc...
10/06/2025

David J. Scheckel, 75, of Springbrook, passed away on Sunday, October 5, 2025.
Funeral Mass will be 11:00 am, Friday, October 10, 2025 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Springbrook. Monsignor Roger Scheckel will officiate. Family will greet friends at 9:30 am until Mass at the church. Burial will be in Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, South Dakota.
Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.
David was born January 5, 1950 in Clinton, the son of Florian and Olga (Clasen) Scheckel. He served during the Vietnam War in the US Marine Corp from 1968-1970. David earned a Martial Arts Master’s Degree in 1972 and also completed two Marathons in Chicago and Florida. David was a lifetime farmer and recently celebrated his families Century Farm honor. He was a man of faith and a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church with a deep devotion to the Blessed Mother. David enjoyed his time with family and close friends, playing golf, euchre and shooting pool.
Survivors include a sister, Saverna “Sis” Stemper; and numerous extended relatives.
David was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Mahlon (Mary) Scheckel, and Leanna (Loras) Kilburg; nephew Keith Lundin; great-niece Desiree Lundin; and brothers in-law, Ardell Schmidt and Eugene Stemper.
A memorial fund has been established in David’s memory designated to his favorite charities.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Mary Ellen (Blitgen) Puls, 95, of Bellevue, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Mill Valley Care Center.Funera...
10/01/2025

Mary Ellen (Blitgen) Puls, 95, of Bellevue, passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Mill Valley Care Center.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 4, 2025 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Burial will follow at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Bellevue.
Mary was born October 14, 1929, in Bellevue, the daughter of Wilfred and Marie (Simpson) Blitgen. She graduated from Bellevue Community High School in 1947. On June 24, 1949, she married W. John Puls; he preceded her in death on March 15, 2001.
Mary worked as the office secretary at Bellevue Memorial Hospital for five years before joining her husband in running the Bellevue Pharmacy, where she worked until her retirement in 1982.
She was an active member of St. John Lutheran Church, volunteered with Meals on Wheels, and participated in many civic organizations throughout the years. Mary was also a longtime member of the Bellevue Golf Club and the Bellevue American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors include her nieces and nephews, along with many extended relatives.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her sisters, Arlene (Harold “Hardy”) Eggers and Vivian (Denzil) Clark; and an infant brother, Wayne Wilfred Blitgen.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Jackson County Humane Society, Bellevue Ambulance, and Bellevue Volunteer Fire Department in Mary’s memory.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

RuthAnn M. (Marshall) Jess, 78 of Bellevue, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025 at Mill Valley Care Center in Bell...
09/29/2025

RuthAnn M. (Marshall) Jess, 78 of Bellevue, passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025 at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue. A Celebration of Life will be held on October 19th from 3:00pm-5:00pm at the K.C. Hall.
Local arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.
RuthAnn was born February 6, 1947, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Mesch) Marshall. She graduated from Marquette Catholic High School in 1965.

Survivors include her children, Tammy Muller, Scott (Ashlee) Jess, and Brian (Angela) Jess; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; her companion of 40 years, Paul Denolf, and his daughter Krista (Tommy) Demoss; siblings, Jerry (Ruth) Marshall; Sally (Nick) Fondell; sister in-law, Barb Marshall; and a brother in-law, Joe Hipschen; and numerous nieces and nephews.
RuthAnn was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Robert “Joe” Marshall and Kay Hipschen.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Norma Jeanne (Daniels) Meyer, 89 of Bellevue, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Unity Point Health-Finley Hos...
09/22/2025

Norma Jeanne (Daniels) Meyer, 89 of Bellevue, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025 at Unity Point Health-Finley Hospital surrounded by her family.
Funeral Services will be 10:30 am, Friday, September 26, 2025 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Family will greet friends 9:00 am until services at the church. Burial will be in St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery in Bellevue.

Norma was born June 11, 1936 in Andrew, the daughter of Alva and Marie (Mohlenhoff) Daniels. She graduated from Bellevue High School in 1953. Norma married Willard “Bill” Meyer on October 13, 1962, he passed on September 3, 2020. She worked at Ensign and also cleaned for many years at City Hall, First Presbyterian Church, Bellevue State Bank, Masonic Lodge, and the Bellevue Post Office. Norma loved flowers, sewing, always took great pride in her home, a great cook and baker, and enjoyed dressing up her geese on the porch. She loved playing old maid with the grandchildren and watching game shows on TV.
Survivors include her children, Diane (Paul) Mottet, Dennis Meyer, Darcie (Stacey) Rockwell, and Darrell (Shelly) Meyer; grandchildren, Nicole (Shea) Wilson, Ryan (Katie) Mottet, Jennifer (Jason) Masnica, Joshua Mottet, Jordan (Meghan) Rockwell, Logan (Kiley) Rockwell, , and Elizabeth Meyer; great-grandchildren, Hudson, Greyson, George, Henry, Campbell, Sawyer, and one expecting in December; sisters and brothers in-law, Lorin “Snooks” Medinger, Cheryl Budde, David (Cindy) Putman, Ruth Putman, and Connie (Pete) Anderson; and numerous extended family.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; siblings and in-laws, Buddy Daniels, Joann (George) Ernst, Nancy Medinger, Janice (Delbert) Jackson, Delbert (Judy) Daniels, Larry Putman, Steve (Rita) Putman, Dick Meyer and Dixie Meyer.
A memorial fund has been established in Norma’s memory.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

Julia “Julie” E. (Keil) Scheckel, 83 of Bellevue, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025.   Funeral Services will be 10:...
09/20/2025

Julia “Julie” E. (Keil) Scheckel, 83 of Bellevue, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025. Funeral Services will be 10:30 am, Monday, September 29, 2025 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Family will greet friends 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue, additional visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:15 am prior to services at the Church. Burial will be in St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Bellevue.

Julie was born on May 9, 1942, to Lavern and Shirley (Friels) Keil. She graduated from Bellevue Community High School in 1959, and at 18 years old, she traveled to Kansas City, Missouri, to attend the Air Institute for Airline Stewardess training. She worked briefly in Chicago before returning to Bellevue. Julie married Wayne R. Scheckel on August 29, 1964, and he passed away on September 1, 2018.
Julie and Wayne shared many happy memories, including trips to the casino, camping adventures, and spending winters in Florida. Julie was an original member of The Iowa Corn Fed Girls, as the drummer, entertaining many people over the years with her band members. Julie was also the proud owner of Julie’s Parlor and catered for many years. She was especially known for her exceptional cooking, with pies and turkey and dressing sandwiches being among her specialties. Julie was an active member of St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue and a longtime member of the Bellevue Horseman’s Club. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Julie is survived by her children, Marty (Christina) Scheckel, Amy (Doug) Kucera, Scotty (Lora) Scheckel, and Melissa (Todd) Byers; grandchildren, Brittany (Kyle) Rausch, Kaitlin (Kyle) Schares, Emily (Ben) Hingtgen, Allison (Cody) Nachtman, Kyle (Megan) Scheckel, Alyssa (Justin Roling) Davis, Eliza (Karter) Scheckel, Keily (Cooper) Lee, Adrian (Keith Busch) Scheckel, Wyatt Scheckel, Sydnee (Gentry Owen) Davis, and Kallie Scheckel; great-grandchildren, Gunner Hingtgen, Witten Rausch, Anistyn Rausch, Kynnedi Busch, Callen Scheckel, Thea Nachtman, Breck Nachtman, Beau Roling, Henry Roling, and one great-grandchild on the way.
She is also survived by her sister, Jill (John) Ruggeberg, as well as numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Julie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Wayne, a sister, Jane Weinschenk, and several sisters and brothers-in-law: Donald Scheckel, Judy Scheckel, Mary Ellen Scheckel, Steven Scheckel, Carol Scheckel, and a granddaughter, Miranda Marie Scheckel.
A memorial fund has been established in Julie’s memory.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com.

Thomas Peter Cloos, 76, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Grand Meadows in Asbury of Alzheimer’s...
09/19/2025

Thomas Peter Cloos, 76, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Grand Meadows in Asbury of Alzheimer’s Dementia.

Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. Visitation will be 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm, Monday, September 22, 2025 at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. Additional visitation will be from 9:00 am – 10:00 am prior to Mass on Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.

Thomas Peter Cloos was born on December 23, 1948, the eldest child of James and Kathleen (Gonner) Cloos, and the first grandchild of Peter and Viola Cloos and George and Alverda Gonner. As the eldest child and grandchild, Tom learned the value of hard work and the fun of playful mischief. He attended Sts. Peter & Paul grade school in Springbrook and graduated from Marquette Catholic High School in Bellevue in 1966.

In May of 1969, at a wedding dance in Preston, Tom met Lois Reuter—the love of his life. True to his quiet nature, it wasn’t until the final song of the evening that he summoned the courage to ask her to dance. That moment sparked an immediate and lasting connection. They were married on June 13, 1970, beginning a beautiful journey together that would span more than five decades.

Tom worked for nearly 40 years as Safety Director for Art Pape Transfer. After retiring, he worked for many years cleaning at Marquette Catholic Schools. Tom enjoyed golfing until sidelined by back injuries. He sang in the church choir and served as a eucharistic minister and lector for many years. Always willing to assist, it was not uncommon for a priest to ask him what committee he wanted to serve on when help was needed, because they knew he would say yes. Tom served on the Springbrook City Council, the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Council, the Marquette Catholic School Board, and was an officer of the Marquette Booster Club. Together with Lois, he served as a sponsor couple for marriage preparation, assisted with First Communion and Confirmation preparation and was involved in Life Skills formation at the Dubuque Community Schools. His boundless energy earned him the nickname “Energizer Bunny”.

Tom cherished time with family, especially annual family vacations. Throughout his 76 years, he remained a model of kindness and humility, rarely speaking an unkind word and always treating others with warmth and respect.

Survivors include his wife, Lois; daughters, Lisa (Steve) Schmidt, Julie (Mike) Muenster, Melissa (Mike) Harvey, and Emily Cloos; grandchildren Elizabeth, Benjamin, Issac and Sam Schmidt, Anna (Joe) Paffrath, Morgan, Lucas, and Molly Muenster, and Quinton, Cora, and Nolan Harvey; siblings, Steve (Colleen) Cloos, Mark (Marlene) Cloos, Patrick (Shirley) Cloos, Fr. Robert Cloos, Barb (Kenny) Lundin, and Rick Cloos; in-laws, Darlene Reuter, Eleanor Casey, Gean Burken, Darlene (Dale) Ketelsen, Judy (Tim) Martin, Terry (Bonnie) Reuter, and Ed (Carol) Reuter.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; a sister Margaret “Peg” Mueller; and brothers in-law, Donald Reuter and Leo Casey.

The family would like to thank the staff of Grand Meadows and Hospice of Dubuque for their tremendous care during this time.

Memorials may be directed to The Alzheimer’s Association, Hospice of Dubuque, and Marquette Catholic Schools in Tom’s memory.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

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