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01/04/2026

Robert A Mowry, 91, passed away peacefully on Jan 4, 2026 from a longtime illness surrounded by his family. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 am, Thursday, January 8, 2026 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Williamsburg, Iowa. A Rosary will be recited at 3:30 pm with visitation to follow until 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg, Iowa. Graveside Services with Military Honors Conducted by Marion American Legion Post #298 will be at 2:30 pm at Linwood Cemetery in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Bob was born on May 9, 1934 to Daniel L Mowry and Lucille (Morden) Mowry. He grew up in his grandparents’ home in Tipton, IA where he graduated High School in 1952. After High School, he joined the Navy and did his bootcamp in San Diego. From there, he was assigned to the Navy Special Weapons Unit 1233 in Albuquerque, NM where he was trained to work on Atomic bombs. During his last assignment, he participated in Operation Redwing in Marshall Islands, where he witnessed 17 Atomic and Hydrogen Bomb Tests. After serving 4 yrs in the Navy, he attended Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls, IA for two and a half years. While living there he met hir first wife, Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Busche. Thet were married on August 18, 1959. Together they had 5 children, Chris, Catherine, Angela, Mary and Valerie. They lived in Oelwein for 4 yrs before moving to Lowden, where Bob operated the Lowden Meat Locker for 6 yrs. He then went to work at Oscar Meyer Foods in Davenport as a Production Supervisor for 27 yrs and also the Quad City Times concurrently for 8 yrs, before retiring in 1996. Bob’s philosophy in life was being involved in his community. He served as Mayor of Lowden for 6 yrs, was on the Clarence-Lowden School Board for 6 yrs, 4 yrs as President and was one of five men who formed the Lowden Development Corporation which built the 3/30 Golf and Country Club. He also was active in the Cedar County ARC and helped start the Cedar County Work Activity for Mentally Handicapped Adults. Bob belonged to the Knights of Columbus where he served as Grand Knight, District Deputy, and as a state delegate to the national convention. He was a member of the American Legion for over 60 yrs. he is also a member of the National Association of Atomic Veterans and member of the Navy Nuclear Weapons Association, whereas he earned the honor of the Gray Dragon. Bob was honored when he was selected by United Way of Eastern Iowa as a community hero to carry the Olympic torch as the Olympic flame came thru Iowa City on its way to the Atlanta, GA for the Olympics in 1996. Having been retired in 1996, Bob worked as a volunteer at the Olympic games in Atlanta for three weeks. He and Betty moved to Marion in 1997. He went back to work as a Security Guard at Rockwell Collins for 6 yrs and part time for Murdoch funeral Home for 20 yrs. Bob also served on the Board of Discovery Living for 20 yrs. He and Betty were married for 51 yrs until she passed away on September 22, 2010. They enjoyed dancing, attending their children’s sporting events, camping, and family vacations, going to Iowa football games, and watching their son coach basketball. Going to a dance a year later he met Elaine Martin Hanson. They were married on June 30, 2012 and moved to Williamsburg, IA. They enjoyed life together dancing, playing cards, multiple cruising and traveling trips and watching their grandchildren events. He is survived by his Wife, Elaine, his son Chris (Gail) Mowry, Catherine (Alfonso) Perez, Angie (Scott) Daughtery, Mary (Don) Roberts. 2 Grandsons, 9 Granddaughters. 4 Great Granddaughters, 1 Great-Grandson, 4 Step-children, Diana (Russ) Nichols, Mark (Lisa) Hanson, Angie (Scott) Westcott, Marty (Rachael) Hanson, 10 Step Grandchildren, and 18 Step Great Grandchildren, 2 half sisters, Barbara and Reba, several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother William, sister Danna Lu, his first Wife, Betty, daughter Valerie Sue and step-son Mitch Hanson.
In leu of flowers, Memorials can go to Discovery Living Group Homes in Cedar Rapids.

12/30/2025

Roberta “Bobbie” (Gaylor) Schaub, 92, of Bellevue, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at Mill Valley Care Center. Private Family Services will be conducted.
Local arrangements with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.
Bobbie was born May 29, 1933, the daughter of Donald and Helen (Schwagler) Gaylor. She graduated from Bellevue Community High School and attended nurses training. Bobbie married George F. Schaub on July 20, 1952, he passed on May 18, 2021. Shortly after George’s passing, Bobbie moved to Mill Valley Care Center in 2023. George and Bobbie had the honor of serving as Grand Marshalls of the Bellevue Heritage Days parade after retiring from Schaub’s Garage. Bobbie loved to bake, especially her caramel pecan rolls, making baby quilts, dancing with her husband, George, making many friends over the years at dances. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bobbie will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Survivors include her children; Beth (Steve) Norpel, Cathy (Willie) Sneller, Karen (Jeff) Stewart, and Abby (Rick) Steines; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren; siblings and in-laws, Karen Sabrowski, John (Ginny) Gaylor, and Nancy Gaylor.
Bobbie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband; and a brother, Arlo Gaylor and a brother in-law, Ed Sabrowski.
The family would like to thank the staff at Mill Valley Care Center and Hospice of Jackson County for your care and support during this time.
Condolences may be mailed to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home 100 N. 6th St. Bellevue, IA 52031 c/o Roberta “Bobbie” Schaub Family.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

12/27/2025

Janis D. Keil Day, 69, formerly of Anoka, MN passed away on December 26, 2025 at her home in Bellevue, IA.
Janis Dawn Keil was born October 14, 1956 to Harold and Arlene Keil and raised on a farm south of Bellevue. Janis earned a registered nursing degree from Finley School of Nursing and started her career at Finley Hospital in Dubuque, IA before moving to Minnesota. She continued her career as an RN at the University of Minnesota, later joining the School of Nursing faculty for fifteen years. Janis was a life-long learner and went on to be a Certified Nurse Midwife working at Fairview where she delivered babies and was also a clinical educator for 20 future Certified Nurse Midwives. Janis retired in 2022. Janis found delivering babies to be the best job on earth and felt honored to share such an intimate, important and joyous time in people’s lives. She delivered over 1,000 babies in her career. Upon returning to Iowa Janis worked part-time as an RN at Dubuque OB/GYN until she retired again in early 2025.
Janis met David Day while both worked at Finley Hospital. They married January 2, 1988, and were true partners in life until his passing in 2022. Both loved to travel and experience great food, often visiting life-long friends in France. They loved dogs (and even cats) and had many rescues over the years. Janis and David were active in Democratic politics in the Twin Cities and valued truth, science and above all fairness. Janis was soft-spoken but strong-willed and independent and you always knew where you stood with her.
Janis had many talents but especially loved to read, knit and fish sometimes doing all at the same time. This multi-tasking drove David nuts as Janis would often still catch more fish than him!
Janis loved her family deeply and loved visits to Iowa for gatherings with extended family. Janis had a knack for cultivating lifelong friendships as evidenced by the dear friends and close colleagues who rallied to her care in her final illness.
Janis is proceeded in death by her husband David, her father Harold Keil and her in-laws Robert and Marjorie Day.
Left to honor her memory; her mother Arlene Keil, brother Dennis (Carol) Keil, nieces Becky Keil and Katie (Jake) Owens, great-niece Evelyn Keil and many cousins, and dear friends including John and Ann Eads and LuAnn Ambrosy.
A private celebration of life and interment in the Bellevue Lutheran Cemetery, Bellevue Iowa will take place at a later day.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in her honor to the Jackson County Humane Society and the Bellevue Community Cupboard.
Condolences may be mailed to Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home c/o Janis Keil Day Family at 100 N. 6th Street Bellevue, IA 52031

The family would like to thank Hospice of Jackson County for your support and care during this time.

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

12/06/2025

Jennifer (Jen) A. (Knockel) Eddy, 47, of West Des Moines, formerly of Bellevue, IA, passed away peacefully with her husband, Ryan Eddy, by her side on Friday, December 5, 2025,at Every Step Kavanagh House in Des Moines.

A Celebration of Life gathering will be held 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm, Friday, December 12, 2025 at Horizon Lanes in Bellevue, Iowa.
Private family burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.

Jen married Ryan Eddy on October 9, 2004.
Jen taught at Christ the King School and Waukee Community School District, both in the Des Moines area, for many years.
Her favorite hobby was watching her boys’ sports activities. Her and Ryan built a community of friendship and family with other parents cheering on their sons’ teams. Jen was also an avid Hawkeye fan.
She is survived by her loving husband, Ryan, of West Des Moines, and two sons, Nile and Ty, both in Des Moines, herparents, Mike and Jeanne Knockel of Bellevue, IA, a brother, Jason (Tina) Knockel, Dubuque, IA, her mother-in-law Janelle (Phil) Eddy, of Parkersburg, IA, sister-in-law, Amy Hosch of Des Moines, brother-in-law, Rusty (Julie) of Parkersburg, IA, and several nieces and nephews.
Jen is preceded in death by her grandparents Arnie and Mary Sturm and Herb and Evie Knockel.
The Eddy and Knockel families would like to thank Every Step Kavanaugh House in Des Moines for the excellent care they gave to Jen these last few weeks.
A memorial fund has been established in Jen’s memory.

12/03/2025

Delbert Eugene Ronnebaum of Earlville, Iowa passed away unexpectantly at home, Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at the age of 77.
Funeral Mass will be held 10:30 am, Saturday, December 6, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Earlville. A Wake Service will begin at 2:00 pm with Visitation until 7:00 pm, Friday, December 5, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Earlville, additional visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:00 am at church prior to Mass. Burial with Military Honors conducted by Dyersville American Legion Post #137 will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Earlville.
Arrangements entrusted with Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue.
Delbert was born July 3, 1948, in Manchester, Iowa, the son of Ernest and Arlene (Wulfekuhle) Ronnebaum. He lived his entire life in “God’s Country” Earlville, Iowa. On September 25, 1971, he was united in marriage to Darlene Steffen at St. John’s Catholic Church in Delhi. Together they farmed and raised their family north of Earlville on the family’s home farm. Delbert was a jack of all trades working for numerous businesses in Delaware County. He also enjoyed playing cards with his friend at the Earlville Fire Station.
Delbert was a member of the St. Joseph Parish in Earlville, American Legion Post 137, He took great pride in his family of 5 children and 12 grandchildren. He will always be remembered for his love of farming, and as a Dad and Grandpa that you could count on for anything. His quick wit, excellent memory, and numerous stories of past years will be forever treasured and missed. His family will miss him, matside, courtside, and ringside, as he was their number one fan.
Left to carry on his good deeds and legacy are his wife Darlene, and his 5 children Sara (Tom) Kruse, Rachel (Mark) Kruse, Mitchell (Jenny) Ronnebaum, Marty (Michaela) Ronnebaum, and Beth (Craig) Schulte and his 12 Grandchildren, Kaleb, Cole, and Carter Kruse, Mason Kruse, Haley, Bianka, and Braden Ronnebaum, Grant, Gavin, and Kiya Ronnebaum, and Alison and Cooper Schulte. His siblings, Ronald (Joan) Ronnebaum, Mary Langel, Alice Munz, and Lisa (Joseph) Jaeger and in-laws Florian (Karen) Steffen, Mary (John) Smith, Don (Jackie) Steffen.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ernest and Arlene (Wulfekuhle) Ronnebaum, father and mother in-law, Edmund and Ana Mae Steffen, and in-laws Jeanna Ronnebaum and James Langel.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to the family to support 4-H and FFA Youth of Delaware County.
The family would like to thank the Earlville EMS Crew for their quick response and kindness shown during this time.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

11/20/2025

Norma J. (Kilburg-McCarty) Jackson,87, of Bellevue, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue.
Funeral Mass will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, November 22, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. Visitation will be 9:00 am – 10:30 am, prior to Mass at Hachmann-Mier Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Bellevue.

Norma was born November 13, 1938, the daughter of Joe and Gertrude (Barth) Kilburg. She married Marvin McCarty, later she married Wayne A. Jackson on December 20, 1969, he passed on August 21, 2023. Norma worked at Ensign Coil Company 1972-2000, Bellevue Community Schools 2002-2008, and then St. Joseph’s School 2008-2017 before retiring. She loved attending her grandchildren’s extracurricular events, bowling, word puzzles, and volunteering for school hot lunch.
Survivors include her children, Kathy McCarty, Nancy (Dan) Yaddof, Carolyn (Ken) Laxson, Marilyn Atkinson, Dennis (Dawn) Jackson, and Mike (Nicole) Jackson; 12 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; siblings; Dwain (Barb) Kilburg, Rick (Rita) Kilburg, Lois Klein, Doris (Ronald) Ambrosy; sisters in-law, Beverly Sullivan, and Janice Jackson; and numerous nieces and nephews and extended relatives.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a sister, Rita Mae (Clyde) Ties; in-laws, Cletus Klein, Bernard Sullivan, Virgil Jackson, and Rosalee (Richard) Schlecht.
The family would like to thank Mill Valley and Hospice of Jackson County for your care and support.
A memorial fund has been established in Norma’s memory.
Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.hachmannfuneralhome.com

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.

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

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

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

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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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

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