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Lorin Henry Scholtes - December 05, 1931 - October 27, 2018

Departed: 10/27/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Lorin H. Scholtes, 86, of Bellevue, passed away on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at his home. Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 3, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 2, 2018 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue and again Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., also at the funeral home. Internment with Military Honors by the Bellevue American Legion Post #273 will take place in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Bellevue.

Lorin was born December 5, 1931 in Springbrook the son of Floyd and Leora (Sturm) Scholtes. Lorin married Betty Schmidt on October 5, 1954, in Preston. He served his country in the Air Force during the Korean War. Lorin worked at John Deere for 30 years and, also farmed. He was hard worker who enjoyed trucking and running a saw mill. He spent winters in Arizona and his hobbies included fishing, wood carving, gardening, and cooking.

Survivors include his wife, Betty; children, Diana May, Kathie (Jeff) Strang, DelRay Scholtes, Mary (Venson) O’Hara, Brent (Sharon) Scholtes, and Brenda (Terry) Medinger; brother Roger (Shirley) Scholtes, two sisters LaVonne Kueter, and Louann Scheckel; brother in-laws Gerald Schroeder, John Miller; sister in-laws Becky Scholtes, Waneda Lloyd) Michel, Shirley (Tom) Driscoll, Janet Galloway; 15 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren.

Lorin was preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter, Christine Scholtes; siblings, Leonard “Shep” Scholtes, Janet Schroeder, Eugene Scholtes; brothers and sisters in-laws Ronald Kueter, Donald Scheckel, Bertha Miller, LaVern “Bud” (Emma) Schmidt, Don Galloway.

In Lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in Lorin’s name .

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Ivis M. (Hoffman) Kilburg - January 17, 1930 - October 25, 2018

Departed: 10/25/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Ivis M. (Hoffman) Kilburg 88, of Bellevue, passed away on Thursday, October 25, 2018. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 29, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue and again Monday, from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., also at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, Bellevue.

Ivis was born January 17, 1930, in Springbrook, the daughter of Aloysius and Magdalena (Weis) Hoffman. She married Orville Kilburg on April 26, 1950; he passed on March 12, 1989. Ivis was a great baker, made the best noodles, and never gave out a recipe, “just a dash of this and that.” She enjoyed visiting on the phone, playing cards with the grandchildren, and going to auctions and garage sales. Ivis liked collecting dolls and was the “egg lady” to many people in the area. Her favorite saying was “you kids.” She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children, Ronald (Charlotte), Dean (Joannie), Loras (Joni), Greg (Kathy), Gary (Tricia) Kilburg, Linda (Michael) Slogar, Diana (Pat) Duran, Charlene (Dale) Petesch, Kay Ann (Joel) Schroeder, Julie (David) Frett, Sally (Gary) Assenmacher, Kristi (Roy) Fuegen, and Linnet (Terry) Kueter; son-in-law, Travis Kemp; siblings, Mary Lee Kilburg, and Larry (Lois) Hoffman; and a sister-in-law, Delores Hoffman; 41 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

Ivis was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Orville; 2 daughters, Mary Carole and Kerri; 2 grandchildren; a brother, Verdis; and a daughter-in-law, Kim.

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Hazel M. (Millman) Lemer - May 20, 1920 - October 19, 2018

Departed: 10/19/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Hazel M. (Millman) Lemer, 98 of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, October 19, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 22, 2018 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue and again Tuesday morning from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. also at the funeral home. Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery in LaMotte.

Hazel was born May 20, 1920 in Jackson County, Iowa the daughter of Lewis and Bertha (Sisler) Millman. She married Justin Hingtgen in 1938 and later married John Lemer, he passed in February 1972. Hazel worked at Clinton Engines, and as a salesclerk for Sears for many years. She loved her flower garden and always enjoyed family gatherings, especially the holidays.

Survivors include her children, Leland (Joan) Hingtgen, Sharon (Gene) Konrardy, Don Lemer all of Bellevue, and Diane (Steve) Dougherty of Dubuque; a daughter in-law, Ruth Hingtgen; 16 grandchildren; and numerous great and great-great grandchildren.

Hazel was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John; 2 sons, Eldon Lemer and Lloyd “Butch” Hingtgen; siblings, Oscar (Mildred) Millman and Mildred (Chuck) Celsi.

The family would like to thank the Nurses and Aids at Mill Valley Care Center and Hospice of Jackson County for your care of our mother.

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

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Eldon A. Wohlers - March 27, 1931 - October 15, 2018

Departed: 10/15/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Eldon A. Wohlers, 87, of Bellevue, passed away on, Monday, October 15, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center. Funeral Services will be 12:00 PM (Noon), Saturday, October 20, 2018 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in St. Donatus. Family will greet friends 10:00 AM until service time on Saturday at the church. Burial with Military Honors will be in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in St. Donatus. Arrangements entrusted to Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue.

Eldon was born March 27, 1931 on the family farm in Bellevue the son of John and Agnes (Muchow) Wohlers. He served his country in the US Army during the Korean War. Eldon was a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and Bellevue American Legion Post #273. He farmed his entire life and worked for the Bellevue Police Department for 24 years and then the Jackson County Sheriffs Department before retiring . Eldon was a member of the NRA, helped at the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery and was a janitor for the church for many years.

Survivors include his sister, Verna Budde of Bellevue; nieces and nephews, Donald (Beverly) Wohlers, Wayne (Betty) Wohlers, Dale (Rita) Wohlers, Judy (Mike) DeVine, Randy (Chris) Budde, and Jean (Bob) Winter; and several great nieces and nephews.

Eldon was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marion (Thomas) Beadle, 2 brothers, Wilfred and Ralph (Lula) Wohlers; 2 nieces, Lynda Soenksen and Joan Webster; 2 nephew’s, Marty Budde and Ralph Wohlers, Jr.; and a brother in-law, Wayne Budde.

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

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Nick A. Achen - March 08, 1969 - October 14, 2018

Departed: 10/14/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Nick A. Achen, 49 of Toluca Lake, California formerly of Bellevue passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, October 14, 2018. Private Family services will be conducted, Arrangement entrusted with Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue.

Nick was born March 8, 1969 in Bellevue, the son of Donald and Vivian (Phillips) Achen. Survivors include his daughter, Bailey (Ryan Kloft); Mother; Vivian Achen; sisters, Jodie (George) Karapanian, Tujunga, California, Cathy (John) Novak, Cedar Rapids and Lisa (Rod) Konrardy, Bellevue; brother, Scott Achen, Davenport and nieces & nephews.

Nick was preceded in death by his father; Donald Achen; sibling Jim Achen; grandparents Arthur and Irma (Hankemaier) Achen; William & Elizabeth Phillips.

A memorial fund has been established in Nick’s memory to honor Veterans.

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David J. Kueter - April 28, 1954 - September 30, 2018

Departed: 09/30/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: David J. Kueter 64 of Bellevue, passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center. Private Family Services will be conducted.

Arrangements entrusted with Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue.

David was born April 28, 1954 in Bellevue, the son of Milo and Mary (Schilling) Kueter. David married Linda Pitts on October 13, 1973. He worked at John Deere Works Dubuque retiring in 2014, also he farmed at one time with his brother on the family farm.

Survivors include his wife, Linda; children, Eric (Naomi), Jaydon, and Brendan (Nina) Kueter; 2 grandchildren, Milo and Ivy Kueter; and a step-grandson, Travis Putman.

David was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Patricia and Ronald.

David’s family would like to thank the Staff at Mill Valley Care Center for your care during this time.

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Arleta L. (Weinschenk) Scheckel - October 05, 1922 - September 29, 2018

Departed: 09/29/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Arleta L. (Weinschenk) Scheckel, 95, of Bellevue, Iowa, passed away Saturday, September 29, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue.

Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 am, Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Springbrook, Iowa. Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery. A visitation for Arleta will be from 4:00 pm – 7:00pm, Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue and again Thursday morning after 9:30 am, at the church.

Arleta was born October 5, 1922 in Springbrook, the daughter of Edwin and Clara (Tebbe) Weinschenk. She married Milton Scheckel on April 10, 1945, at Sts. Peter & Paul in Springbrook, he passed on February 22, 2015. Arleta enjoyed quilting, sewing, puzzle books, playing cards, and started painting at the age of 92. She was a religious woman who had her prayers she recited religiously.

Survivors include; three sons, Darwin (Michelle), of Silvis, Illinois, Larry (Shelley) and Marty (Jane), both of Bettendorf, Iowa; two daughters, Gail (Jack) Hanlon, of Maquoketa and Donna (Jerry) Metcalf, of Parkview, Iowa; 11 grandchildren, Ashley Scheckel, Sherry (Rick) Bickford, Sheila (Brent) Pauls, Stacie (Chad) Steffen, Chad (Tiffany) Metcalf, Eric (Traci) Metcalf, Scott Metcalf, Brant (Simple) Scheckel, Lindsey (Justin) Thompson, Terry (Melissa) Kuehl, and Samantha (Matt) Woodcock; 21 great grandchildren, Aleshia (Matt) Abraham, Caide Steffen, Hailey, Taylor, Trevor Bickford, Kaleigh, Sydney, Brady, Emerson Pauls, Nireque Clayburne, Taijon, Maleko Scheckel, Drew, Logan, Sierra Metcalf, Megan Marchese, Chloe Metcalf, Maddox, Presley Thompson, Tyler, Allison Kuehl; 2 great-great grandchildren, Nora Jenkins, and Nahvi Clayburne; siblings, Clyde (Betty) Weinschenk and Leanna (Lester) Michels.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a great grandchild, Hayden Pauls; and two brothers, Clifford and Carvel.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Mill Valley Care Center for her care during this time.

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Laurence Levi Kropf - July 07, 1935 - September 08, 2018

Departed: 09/08/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Laurence Levi Kropf 83 of Maquoketa, IA, formerly from Tampico, IL, passed away on Saturday, September 8, 2018 at his home after a long battle with cancer. Funeral Services will be 10:00 am, Wednesday, September 12, 2018 at Springbrook Amish-Mennonite Church, 14257 308th Ave., Bellevue, Iowa. Visitation will be 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm-8:00 pm, Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at Springbrook Amish-Mennonite Church. Burial will be in the Springbrook Amish-Mennonite Cemetery.

Laurence was born July 7, 1935 in Shelby Co., IL, the son of Raymond and Esther (Shrock) Kropf. Laurence married Ada Marie Miller on December 26, 1969 at Nappanee, Indiana. He spent over 40 years as a custom Sheep Shearer, and did custom Cider Pressing for many years.

Survivors include his wife, Ada; sons, Joseph (Sheryl) Kropf and Nathan (Angela) Kropf; 14 grandchildren; siblings, Harold (Rosanna) Kropf, Oran (Miriam) Kropf, and Lovina Kropf; brother and sister in-law, Fannie Kropf, Wayne Kropf.

Laurence was preceded in death by his parents; a son, James Lamoine; siblings, Leonard, Ivan, and Fern.

Local arrangements conducted by Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue.

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Wayne R. Scheckel - March 25, 1942 - September 01, 2018

Departed: 09/01/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Wayne R. Scheckel ,76 of Bellevue, passed away on Saturday, September 1. 2018 at Unity Point Health Finley Hospital in Dubuque. Funeral Services will be 11:00 am, Thursday, September 6, 2018 at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Family will greet friends 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue. The family will also greet friends 9:30 am – 10:45 am, Thursday at Church prior to services. Burial will be in St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Bellevue.

Wayne was born March 25, 1942 in Bellevue at the home farm, the son of Odelo and Ila (Herrig) Scheckel. He graduated from Bellevue Public School in 1960. Wayne married Julie Keil on August 29, 1964. Wayne was a charter member of the Bellevue Horseman’s Club, and member of UAW Local 94. He enjoyed auctioneering, horse riding in his younger years, catering many weddings over 18 years, going to the casino with his wife, spending countless hours farming, spending winters in Florida and Arizona, camping, and ice fishing. Wayne was never afraid to do a hard day’s work; he worked on Alfred Lampe farm, worked on the farm with Bud and Lillian Knake, Kueter Construction, and Minneapolis Pipe Line. Wayne started at John Deere, Dubuque Works in 1965, retiring after 30 years in 1995. He farmed for 29 years North of Bellevue on the farm his son now owns, and Wayne still loved to go out and “putz” at the farm. He owned and operated Julie’s Parlor Restaurant, worked road construction for his brother Tom for several years after his retirement, and was 1 of the 4 “Roadies” for the Iowa Cornfed Girls. Wayne was a hard worker, family man, and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Wayne especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and his “Honey” Julie.

Survivors include his wife, Julie; children, Marty (Christina) Scheckel of Long Grove, IA, Amy (Doug) Kucera of Maquoketa, Scotty (Lora) Scheckel of Bellevue, and Melissa (Glen) Stalder of Bellevue; 13 grandchildren, Brittany (Kyle) Rausch, Kaitlin (Kyle Schares) Kucera, Emily (Ben) Hingtgen, Allison (Cody) Nachtman, Kyle (Megan Zeimet) Scheckel, Chelsea (Ben) Parsons, Alyssa (Justin Roling) Davis, Eliza Scheckel, Keily Davis, Adrian Scheckel, Wyatt Scheckel, Sydnee Davis, and Kallie Scheckel; 6 great-grandchildren, who called him Grandpa Great, Gunner Hingtgen, Witten Rausch, Brystal Parsons, Paxton Parsons, Parker Parsons, and Abigail Parsons; siblings, , Marilyn (Pete) Clasen, Patricia (Jerry) Meis, Judy Scheckel , David Scheckel, Bonnie (Butch) Coakley, Ruth (Dick) Hopson, Tom (Pat) Scheckel, and Jane (Ron) Nemmers; sister in-law, Lou Ann Scheckel; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Donald Scheckel, Mary Ellen Scheckel, and Steven Scheckel; sister in-law, Carol Scheckel; granddaughter, Miranda Marie Scheckel; and his mother and father in-law, Shirley and Lavern Keil. Special Thanks to UPH-Finley Hospital and the amazing 5th floor nursing staff, that has taken care of Wayne over the last several years. Also, very special thanks to Dr. Kirkendall and his nurse Kate for the amazing care they gave to Wayne

.

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

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Regina M. (Tebbe) Clasen - January 11, 1918 - August 26, 2018

Departed: 08/26/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Regina M. (Tebbe) Clasen, 100, of Springbrook, passed away on Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, August 30, 2018 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, in Springbrook. Visitation for Regina will be held from 9:00 am – 10:45 am prior to Mass at the church on Thursday.

Regina was born January 11, 1918 in Springbrook, the daughter of John and Mary (Helmle) Tebbe. She married John “Smac” Clasen on September 2, 1941 in Springbrook, he passed on April 4, 1988.

Regina was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, the quilting guild, rosary society and enrolled in her first Bible study at age 94. Ever the conservative, she was a firm advocate of Reduce-Reuse-Recycle (even before it became fashionable). Regina was an active farm wife who went above and beyond to make her farm beautiful. She worked side by side with her husband for many years milking cows, bailing hay, and she even painted all of the farm buildings by hand.

She enjoyed playing cards with the neighbors, gardening, flowers, sewing, quilting and baking. Her signature lemon roll. raisin bread and caramel popcorn balls will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Above all else she enjoyed loving her family and laughing with her friends and neighbors.

Survivors include her children, Phyllis (Bernie) Frett of Preston, Mary Ann (Gary) Kunde of Bellevue, James (Kathy) Clasen of Eldridge, John Ambrose Clasen of Stockton, and Jacquelyn (Gordon) Cover of Cedar Rapids; fourteen grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; a brother, Sylvester Tebbe; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Regina was preceded in death by her parents; husband; siblings, Elmer, Alfred, Johnny, Harold, Oliver, Richard, Rosella Sullivan, Armella Clasen, Lavita Budde, and Rosemary Dondlinger.

The family of Regina would like to thank the community of Springbrook for their support and assistance shown over the years.

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Robert A. McCool - February 09, 1928 - August 15, 2018

Departed: 08/15/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Robert A. McCool, 90, of Bellevue passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center.

Per Robert’s wishes there will be no public services. Burial will be in Sunset Hills Memorial Gardens, in Canton, Ohio at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service.

Robert was born February 9, 1928 in Kenwood, Ohio, the son of W.F. and Doris (Dittenhaver) McCool. He served his country in the US Marine Corps stationed in Pearl Harbor during WW II 1945-1948. Robert married Beverly A. Deitrick on December 31, 1948, she passed on December 18, 2016. He retired from Prudential Life Insurance in Canton, Ohio. Robert enjoyed going to flea markets and antiquing.

Survivors include a son, Donald (Laura) McCool of Bellevue and a brother, Jack McCool of Brewster, Ohio.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and siblings, Margaret and Red.

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Deborah Manchester Center - March 24, 1947 - July 24, 2018

Departed: 07/24/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Deborah Manchester Center 72 of DeWitt passed away on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue. Celebration of Life will be Saturday, August 4, 2018 at West Brook Park in DeWitt at Pavilion number 3.

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Virgil "Rocky" T. Eggers - September 29, 1947 - July 23, 2018

Departed: 07/23/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Virgil T. “Rocky” Eggers 70 of Bellevue passed away peacefully on Monday, July 23, 2018 at his home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 28, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 27, 2018 at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue and again Saturday morning from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. also at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by Bellevue American Legion Post #273.

Rocky was born September 29, 1947 in Bellevue the son of Willard and Marjorie (Wanken) Eggers. He graduated from Marquette High School in 1965. Rocky served his country in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. He married Barbara Trenkamp on September 9, 1972 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Springbrook. Rocky worked for John Deere Works in Dubuque, retiring in 2001 as a Tool Design Programmer. He was a proud member of Bellevue American Legion Post #273, helped with the Bellevue EMS for many years, enjoyed tractor pulling, participating in Bellevue Rodeo activities, and helping all friends with everything from Jo Johns Porta Potty service to simple electrical work. Rocky enjoyed bowling league, family times butchering chickens, and entertaining family and friends. He was a proud member of the Bellevue Community, even participating in the re-enactments of the Bellevue War. He never missed activities his daughters were involved with.

Survivors include his wife, Barb; children, Jody (Keven) Bautsch of Chillicothe, IL, Sheri (Lee, Jr. ) Montgomery of Port Charlotte, FL, and Anne (Jason) Galbreath of Chillicothe, IL; 9 grandchildren, Palmer, Kurt, Zacc, Kristena, Julia, Ethan, Joseph, Isabella, and James; numerous great-grandchildren; siblings, Daryll “Butch” (Carolyn) Eggers of Bellevue, Kathaleen Carlton of Tampa, FL, Willard “Greg” (Val) Eggers of Dubuque, Dan (Caroline) Eggers of Marshal Islands, and Bette “Tweet” (Tom) Lyman of Davenport; sisters and brothes in-law, Nellie Thola, Verlin “Jiggs” (Pat) Trenkamp, Mary Kilburg, and Ronald (Sandy) Trenkamp.

Rocky was preceeded in death by his parents, Willard and Marjorie; brothers and sisters-in-law, Cecil Thola, Leon Kilburg, Karen (Larry) Lundin, and Daniel Trenkamp; father and mother in-law, John and Delores Trenkamp.

The family would like to thank Hospice of Dubuque, Bellevue EMS and all the nurses and doctors during Rocky’s Journey. A special thanks to Father “Bernie” Grady for leading Rocky and his family in a “Last Rites” and prayer service on Sunday and also for leading the wake and funeral service.

Memorials may be directed to the Bellevue American Legion Post #273 in Rocky’s memory.

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Lloyd Stecklein - June 19, 1933 - July 17, 2018

Departed: 07/17/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Lloyd R. Stecklein 85, of Bellevue, passed away Tuesday July 17, 2018, at U of I Hospital’s & Clinics in Iowa City.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, July 21, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday at Hachmann Funeral Home and again Saturday morning from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. also at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery. Lloyd was born June 19, 1933 in Sherrill, Iowa the son of Edward and Martina (Kurt) Stecklein. He married Marian Drish on April 25, 1959 at St, Mary’s Catholic Church in Dubuque,

Bowdy met Punky at a roller rink in Dubuque, he was the best skater there. Dancing on skates turned into a whirlwind of a solid 59 years of marriage. Sure, there were ups and downs and bumps in the road, but that’s life. A large family and great parents has benefits. Lloyd always said, hard work, never hurt anybody, he’d state! Proud of his family, grandchildren, garden, friends he made while working for Moorman MFG Company and JCPH. He had terrific neighbor’s, and enjoyed cards, fishing, hunting, his Catholic Religion and he was the best story teller of all. My grandfather can fix anything in the whole wide world and fixing he did. Bowdy was always there to lend a hand, what more in Life do you want. He has earned his way and the pearl gates await. Remember me when I come into your kingdom, rejoice and be glad-so long Bowdy. Until our family all meets in heaven, work hard, keep smiling, chin up—Love to all.

Survivors include his wife, Marian; children, Rick Stecklein, of Bellevue, Brian (Joanna) Stecklein, of Flower Mound, TX, Scott (Terri) Stecklein, of Coralville, Shawn (Patti) Stecklein of Lost Nation, and Tina Stecklein of Maquoketa; nine grandchildren, Jeremy, Dana, Shannon, Shane, Katie, Dawn, Brianna, Autumn, and Jean-Luc; a great-grandchild, Dallas; siblings, Rolland (Theresa) Stecklein, Marina Lehman, Shirley (Gene) Hoffmann, Janie (Jim) Gorlirsch, Judy (Al) Westoff, and Eddie (Shirley) Stecklein; and a sister in-law, Barbara Stecklein; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Tudi, Clem, and Madonna.

Memorial fund has been established in Lloyd’s memory.

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Richard L. Blitgen - December 24, 1928 - July 03, 2018

Departed: 07/03/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Richard Laverne Blitgen, 89, of Bellevue, passed away suddenly and peacefully in his home on Tuesday, July 3, 2018. His last words to family just minutes before his passing were, “Everything is 10 & 2,” as he enjoyed a fudgesicle on his sunporch. Richard had been living life to the fullest right up to his passing, and treated every day as a blessing.

Richard came into this world on Christmas Eve, 1928. He was born to Walter Frank and Edna Adele (Hinke) Blitgen, on their family farm in rural Bellevue. The local doctor had made the 8 mile trip out for a house-call on December 23rd and got snowed in, so he decided to stay and go hunting. It was a good thing Doc Hanske was there, because family legend has it that Richard put up such a struggle on his birthday, that the rest of us are lucky to be here. On April 30, 1955, Richard married his sweetheart, Marjorie Ann Bierman, at Wartburg Seminary in Dubuque, Iowa. During their wedding ceremony, a friend sang the hymn, “Blest Be the Tie That Binds,” and the two were indeed bound in a loving and supportive union for 63 splendid years. The final verse of the hymn sings, “When we asunder part / it gives us inward pain / but we shall still be joined in heart / and hope to meet again.”

Richard is joined in heart and will be deeply missed by his wife Marge; their two sons, Michael (Elaine), and Jim (Theresa) Blitgen; their daughter Kathy (Jace) Ohlert; seven grandchildren, Daniel, Alisha, Jacob, Melissa, David, Isaac, and Joshua; four great-grandchildren, Addyson, Aliyah, Thomas, and Mabel; and Rich’s two younger sisters, Dorothy (Solberg) Baker, and Alice (Eli) Gauna.

Although Richard was an accomplished and respected riverboat captain and served honorably in the military during his youth, he will likely be remembered most for his kindness and humor as a friend, father, spouse, and grandpa. Richard would spend hours taking his grandchildren fishing, hunting for nightcrawlers, tinkering with clocks and gadgets, or reminiscing about his days piloting barges and paddlewheels on the river. Richard certainly passed on his love of the Mississippi to his children and grandchildren, and they will think of him with fondness and pride whenever they look at its muddy waters.

Richard loved his hometown of Bellevue, so in lieu of gifting flowers for his memorial, donations to local organizations would be a wonderful tribute. Some of his prefered organizations were the American Legion Post 273, Bellevue Fire and Rescue, Bellevue Ambulance and St. John Lutheran Church.

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Alverda Heiar - September 11, 1921 - May 24, 2018

Departed: 05/24/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Alverda Heiar, 96, of Bellevue, passed away, Thursday, May 24th, 2018 at Mill Valley Care Center, Bellevue.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 29 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Bellevue. Visitation for Alverda will be held from 2:00-5:00 p.m. Monday evening at the Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue and again Tuesday morning from 9:00-10:00 a.m. at the Funeral Home.

Alverda was born the 2nd child of twelve on September 11, 1921 at the family farm south of Springbrook, daughter of Matthew and Julia (Kilburg) Michel. She married Arnold Heiar on September 3, 1940 in Springbrook. He preceded her in death on December 20, 1979.

Alverda was simple, hardworking and loving. She worked along side her husband on the farm most her life. She was an excellent cook and baker and spent many hours tending to her large garden. She enjoyed visiting with friends and family. She enjoyed traveling. A trip to the Philippines topped her list of favorites. Alverda’s family and faith meant the world to her. She will be deeply missed.

Those left to honor her memory include her children, Joanne (Donald) Schwager, of New Liberty, Iowa; nine grandchildren, seven great grandchildren; and six siblings, Helen Zeimet, Marian Kloft, Bernadine Hartung, Donald Michel, Bernard “Bun” (Darlene) Michel and Carma (Lloyd) Frank.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Arnold; a son, Harold and Mary Jo Heiar; daughter, Mary Etta and John Dunne; great grandchildren, Erika Schwager and Jacob Lucas Dunne four sisters, Dolores Heiar and Sr. Mary Matthew, Alvina Stillmunkes and Arlene Hager; and brother, Herman Michel.

The family would like to thank the staff at Mill Valley Care Center and her many friends and family for the special care and compassion shown to Alverda.

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Orville J Jackson - May 11, 1922 - May 16, 2018

Departed: 05/16/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Orville J. Jackson 96, of Bellevue, passed away Wednesday, May 16, 2018, at Simpson Memorial Home, West Liberty, Iowa.

A celebration of Orville’s life will be with a funeral mass at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 20, at St. Joseph’s Church in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, at Hachmann Funeral Home and again Monday morning from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Orville was born on May 11, 1922 at Preston, Iowa, son of Ross and Kathryn (Steins) Jackson.

He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bellevue. He received his early education at the Slab Town Country School in Green Island. He later went to barber college in Cedar Rapids.

He married Rosella Wagner in 1946 and they were divorced in 1956. From this union they had two daughters, Deanna and Carol. He married Lucille (Hartman) Williams in 1969 and she passed away in 1995. For the past 20 years he had a special friend, Betty Burton.

Orville was a licensed barber since 1948 and owned a barber shop in Bellevue for over 20 years. Later he worked as a guard at the Savanna Army Depot.

Orville was inducted into the U.S. Army on December 12, 1942 and received an honorable discharge on October 5, 1945 with the rank of Sergeant. He served in Company B, 409th Infantry Regiment, 103rd Cactus Division in WWII and received the Purple Heart, POW medal, Bronze Star, two Battle Stars, French Legion of Honor medal (March 11, 2017) and other service decorations. He was wounded in action and taken as a German POW from 12/2/44 to 4/29/45. His war experiences are documented online in the Library of Congress Veterans’ History Project.

Orville was a member of American Legion Post 273 for 73 years. He was presented with one of the Quilts of Valor made by ladies in Bellevue. He was also a member of the DAV and Northeast Iowa Ex-POWs.

Orville had a great sense of humor. He could think of a joke about almost anything. He also liked to entertain people with songs on the harmonica, which he learned on his own when still a child.

Orville and Betty did a lot of traveling which he really enjoyed. They attended many of his army reunions in various states. He also attended regular meetings of the Ex-POWs which were held in Tipton, Iowa. In 2010 he went on the Honor Flight. He also liked fishing, having a beer with relatives and friends, and spending time with his family and Betty’s family.

Surviving are two daughters, Deanna (Patrick) Koopmann, Dubuque, IA and Carol Feltes, East Dubuque, IL; seven grandchildren; several great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He is also survived by Betty Burton of West Branch, IA and her family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Lucille; son-in-law, Jim Feltes; grandson, Joshua Koopmann; four brothers: Ralph, Ernie, Imo, Archie; one sister, Norma Hilkin; and brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

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Clara J. Zimmer - August 05, 1916 - May 15, 2018

Departed: 05/15/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Clara J. Zimmer 101, of Bellevue, passed away Tuesday evening, May 15, 2018, at Luther Manor, Dubuque, surrounded by her family.

A celebration of Clara’s life will be with a funeral mass at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 19, at St. Joseph’s Church in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Friday, at Hachmann Funeral Home and again Saturday morning from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.

Clara was born to John and Mary (Dempewolf) Hoffmann on August 5, 1916 on the family farm. During her childhood years she attended a country school through the 8th grade and later was proud to graduate with her husband and the class of 1969 at Bellevue High School.

Clara married Sylvester “Dolly” Zimmer on November 5th, 1935 at St. Joseph’s Church in Bellevue. Together they raised six children.

Clara was a member of St. Joseph’s Church in Bellevue and a member of the Rosary Society. She was extremely devoted to her Catholic Faith and guided her children with the grace of God. The rosary was her favorite prayer and often as an evening routine.

Clara will be remembered for her kind heart and compassion for others. She enjoyed gardening, baking, knitting, and dancing with the love of her life. She was known in Bellevue as the “Avon Lady” that everyone loved and welcomed into their homes. Survivors include children; Larry (Nancy) Zimmer of Dubuque, Norm (Betty) Zimmer of Dubuque, Nancy (Mike) McDermott of Dubuque, Mary (Dale) Reeg of Bellevue, Dianne (Jim) Goodman of Marshalltown, Don (Tammy) Zimmer of Marshalltown, 15 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, & 6 great great grandchildren; one twin sister, Coletta McDermott of Cascade, one sister-in-law; Jean Hoffmann of Bellevue, one brother-in-law; Tom Sheehan of East Dubuque

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Sharon Kay Wade - December 11, 1940 - May 07, 2018

Departed: 05/07/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Sharon Kay Wade, 77, of LaMotte, peacefully passed away, Monday evening, May 7, 2018 at Unity Point-Finley Hospital in Dubuque.

Visitation for Sharon will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday evening, May 10, 2018 at the Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Bellevue. Private family burial will take place in the Bethel Cemetery in Osterdock, Iowa.

Sharon was born on December 11, 1940 in Turkey River, Iowa, the daughter of Emmett and Marguerite (Tomkins) White. She married Fred Wade, On November 15, 1958 in Guttenburg. He passed away on December 27, 2008.

Sharon attended school in Guttenburg, then married and traveled with her husband Fred during his stay in the military. During these years, Sharon and Fred lived in Iowa, Kansas and England. Sharon spent many years as a cook for East Central Schools and was later employed at Metform in Sabula.

Sharon was very passionate about her family and especially cherished spending her time with her granddaughters and great-grandsons. She loved spending holidays baking and bringing her family together. Earlier in life, Sharon could be seen riding her bike around Sabula or working in her garden. Later in life she would spend time playing Solitaire and Yahtzee or challenging her grandkids to board games. Sharon also grew to be quite a hockey fan after watching her granddaughters play and she attended her first NHL hockey game in 2014. Her memory will live on through her loved ones, but she will be deeply missed.

Those left to honor her memory include her son Tray (Stacey) Wade, of West Des Moines; three grandchildren Kayla (Zach) Weis, Hallye and Norah Wade; two great-grandchildren Aiden and Bryce Weis; brother Ronnie (Joyce) White, and sister Janet Lundt.

Sharon was preceded in death by her parents, husband Fred, daughter Darcy, brothers Jon and Rick, and sister Cookie.

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Lloyd Burkert Jr. - August 18, 1923 - May 06, 2018

Departed: 05/06/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Lloyd Burkert Jr., 94, of Bellevue, passed away Sunday morning, May 6, 2018, at Maquoketa Care Center, in Maquoketa.

A Funeral Service will be held at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, May 9, 2018, at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Visitation for Lloyd will take place on Wednesday prior to the service from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM, at the church. Burial will take place in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery with military rites accorded by the Bellevue American Legion Post #273.

Lloyd was born on August 18, 1923, in Andrew, Iowa, the son of Lloyd and Nettie (Gnade) Burkert. He married Inola (Gieseman) Burkert on October 7, 1944 at St, John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. She passed away on December 21, 2011.

Lloyd served his country in the US Army from 1944-1946. He farmed most of his life and worked for John Deere retiring in 1987. Lloyd was a member of the Bellevue American Legion for 71 years, he enjoyed fishing and was a talented carpenter.

Those left to honor his memory include his three grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; two sisters Rosella Dyas, of Maquoketa, IA, and Charlotte (Ray) Huffman-Hein, of Niles, MI.

Lloyd is preceded in death by his parents, wife Inola, son John, daughter Annette, grandson Jeremy, and two sisters, Leta Bechen, and Florence Bowman.

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Jack L Carson - January 30, 1942 - May 02, 2018

Departed: 05/02/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Jack L. Carson, 76, of Bellevue, passed away Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at Finley Hospital-Unity Point in Dubuque.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 AM, Saturday, May 5, 2018, at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Visitation for Jack will be held on Saturday morning prior to the service from 9:30 - 11:00 AM, at the church.

Jack was born on January 30, 1942, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Harry Carson Sr. and Leona (Cowell) Glaspie. He married Diane (Keil) Carson on May 22, 1993 at St. John Lutheran Church, in Bellevue.

Jack graduated high school in 1960 from Waterloo West High School. Upon completion of school he worked as a conductor, and engineer, for the Rock Island Railroad, he also worked as a conservation officer in Iowa, later retiring from the Iowa Interstate Railroad.

Jack was truly passionate about the railroad, he was always talking about his experiences and how he was the last engineer to park the passenger train in Rock Island. Jack was a very talented artist, creating many water color paintings. He also enjoyed fishing, planting flowers, and model trains. He will be deeply missed.

Those left to honor his memory include his wife Diane of 24 years; two sons, Jack Carson Jr., of Menlo, IA, Jayson (Jessica) Keil, of Washington, IA; three daughters, Dawn (Terry) Adams, of Menlo, IA, Tammy (Daryl) Nissen, of Elk Horn, IA, and Breanna (Travis) Cooper, of Fort. Riley, KS; twelve grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, with another one on the way; two brothers, Harry (Colleen) Carson Jr., of Ackley, IA, Jerry (Faye) Carson, of Hot Springs, AR; one sister, Linda Ahlhelm, of St. Petersburg, FL; one sister in-law, Deb (Mark) Edwards, of Maquoketa, IA, and his two dogs, Hickory, and Doc.

Jack is preceded in death by his parents, step father, Willard Glaspie, one grandson, brother James, mother in-law, Ruth Keil, and brother in-law, Keith Keil.

The family would like to extend a thank you to Dr. Whalen and the entire staff at Dubuque Tri-State Dialysis, for the care and compassion shown to Jack.

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Thomas J Hasibar - July 21, 1937 - May 02, 2018

Departed: 05/02/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Thomas Murtha (John) Hasibar, 80, passed away May 2, 2018 at his son’s home in Shelley, Idaho.

The family will meet with friends Friday, May 4, 2018 from 6:00 till 7:30 P.M. at Nalder Funeral Home in Shelley, Idaho. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, May 9, 2018 at the Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. Visitation for Thomas will be held on Tuesday evening from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M., at the funeral home and again from 9:00 – 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday morning prior to the services. Burial will take place in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Thomas was born on July 21, 1937 in Chicago, Illinois to Louis Joseph and Burnadette Spencer Hasibar. He was the third of four children.

He grew up and attended school in the Chicago area and graduated from Tilden High School. Following graduation he joined the Marines and served his country for five years.

He married Elaine Meyer on February 19, 1962. They had two sons, Tom and Mike.

Tommy retired as a short haul truck driver after 28 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, golf, and playing cards in his spare time.

Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, a sister and his wife.

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Wendell J. Kass - March 13, 1926 - April 19, 2018

Departed: 04/19/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Wendell J. Kass, 92, of Bellevue, passed away Thursday, April 19, 2018, at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue. Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Services are caring for the family.

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Bonnie Jean Helms - September 03, 1942 - April 04, 2018

Departed: 04/04/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Bonnie Jean Helms, 75, of Bellevue passed away on Wednesday, April 4, 2018, at her home, surrounded by her family.

A celebration of Bonnie’s life will be with a funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 10, at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service in Bellevue. A visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Monday, April 9, also at the funeral home.

Bonnie was born to Thomas Lee and Minnie Marie (Wildt) Tichenor in Evansville, Indiana on September 3, 1942. She grew up in Boonville, Indiana and graduated from Boonville High School. Bonnie married Don Helms on September 10, 1961. They moved to Swisher, Iowa in 1964. In 1966, they moved to Bellevue, where they raised four children.

Bonnie was in the medical profession all of her life. She started as an x-ray technician as a teenager. After she was married, she worked in the obstetrics department of Holden Hospital in Carbondale, IL caring for newborns. For 27 years she worked at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue as a CNA and later a CMA until she retired in 2008. In addition, she was a Tupperware dealer for 5 years from 1977-1981. In 1981, she opened a consignment store in Bellevue called the Relay Mart. She operated it until 1995.

Bonnie was a constant companion and friend to her husband of 56 years, Don. One of their favorite past times that started even before they were married and continued until just recently was to go for drives. Bonnie loved going to Big Mill to keep track of the swans and to Green Island to see sand hill cranes and geese, especially in the spring when there were little ones. Along the way they would look for eagle nests, watercress, and flowers. Bonnie loved flowers. She was very proud of her African violets and orchids. She also appreciated the abundance of wildflowers that Don would shower her with from their yard.

Bonnie was an avid crafter. One of her favorites was making blankets including cross-stitch, hairpin lace afghans, rag blankets, and block quilts. After she retired from Mill Valley, she used her uniform tops as the material for 5 different queen-sized quilts. She was also a perfectionist. If she found even the slightest mistake, she would rip out the progress and start over. She made sure all of the crosses went the same direction in every cross-stitch project. Other favorite past times included seek-n-find puzzles, BINGO, and playing the slots. She loved pecans and other nuts and could sit for hours picking them out of their shells. Bonnie was an avid collector of Precious Moments figurines. She was a 50-year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Bonnie always thought of others and made sure their needs were met. She will be missed by many!

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Don Helms, of Bellevue; four children, Scott (Reena Winkowski) Helms, of Bellevue, Jane (Walter) Wickham, of Maquoketa, Lisa Dague, of Urbandale, Iowa and Susan (Daryl) Hankemeier, of Bellevue; 13 grandchildren, Wesley and Jacqueline Helms; David, Daniel, Nicholas, Emily, and Olivia Wickham; Marie (Helms) Kimmes and Steven Dague; Sara, Anna, Erin, and Kyle Hankemeier; and 4 great grandchildren, Brayden, Parker, and Evelyn Kimmes; and Bentley Kress.

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Verna Mae Keil - May 04, 1936 - March 27, 2018

Departed: 03/27/2018 (Bellevue)

Obituary Preview: Verna Mae Keil, 81, of Bellevue, died Tuesday morning, March 27, 2018, at Mill Valley Care Center in Bellevue.

A Christian Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 am, Thursday, March 29, at St. John Lutheran Church in Bellevue. Visitation for Verna Mae will be held Thursday morning prior to the service from 9:00 – 10:00 at the church. Arrangements are being handled by the Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Bellevue.

Verna Mae was born the last child of three on May 4, 1936, in Bellevue, Iowa, daughter of Christopher and Mabel (Eggers) Keil. Verna’s father passed away at a young age; therefore, was very close to her mother. She lived with and took care of her until her passing in July of 1999. Verna was quiet and reserved yet still took an interest in others.

She worked at ESKA in Dubuque for over 18 years. Verna enjoyed gardening, puzzles, playing cards and most importantly her faith and church. She also enjoyed eating at the Riverview Hotel in Bellevue.

Those left to honor her memory include her sister in-law Dolores Keil, seven nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews.

Verna Mae is preceded in death by her parents, brother Robert Keil and sister, Mary Lou (Charlie) Schreiber, two special people she has missed dearly.

Verna Mae’s family would like to thank the staff at Mill Valley Care Center, Nurses at Hospice of Jackson County and her best friend, Gina Hingtgen, for the wonderful care and compassion they provided her.

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Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service offers a wide range of funeral services to meet the diverse needs of the community. From traditional funeral services to cremation options, memorial services, and celebrations of life, the funeral home provides a variety of choices to suit individual preferences and cultural traditions. Their experienced staff will guide families through the entire process, ensuring that every detail is taken care of with care and attention.

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In addition to traditional funeral services, Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service also offers cremation options for families who prefer this type of disposition. Their cremation services are designed to be dignified and respectful, providing families with a meaningful way to say goodbye to their loved one. From direct cremation to cremation with a memorial service, the funeral home offers a range of cremation options to suit individual needs and budgets.

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Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service understands the importance of pre-planning funeral arrangements. By planning ahead, individuals can ensure that their final wishes are respected, while also alleviating the burden on their loved ones during a difficult time. The funeral home's experienced staff will work with individuals to create a personalized pre-plan, taking into account their specific needs and preferences.

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The facilities at Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service are warm and welcoming, providing a comforting atmosphere for families as they gather to celebrate the life of their loved one. The funeral home features spacious visitation rooms, a chapel for services, and ample parking for guests. In addition, they offer a range of amenities, including audio-visual equipment for memorial tributes and catering services for receptions.

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Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service is deeply committed to giving back to the community they serve. The funeral home participates in local events and charities, supporting organizations that benefit families in need. Their staff is also actively involved in community outreach programs, providing education and resources on topics such as grief support and advance care planning.

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Hachmann Funeral Home & Cremation Service recognizes that grief is a journey that continues long after the funeral service is over. To support families during this difficult time, the funeral home offers a range of grief resources, including counseling services, support groups, and online resources. Their experienced staff is always available to provide guidance and support, helping families navigate the grieving process with compassion and care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to inform friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a lasting tribute to the deceased, preserving their memory and legacy.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, a family member or close friend of the deceased writes the obituary. In some cases, a funeral home or mortuary may assist with writing and publishing the obituary.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include details about their life story, achievements, and charitable donations.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication and personal preference. Typically, it ranges from a few sentences to several paragraphs.

Where are obituaries published?

Obituaries are often published in local newspapers, online obituary websites, funeral home websites, and social media platforms. They may also be shared through email or printed copies.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication and length of the notice. Some online platforms offer free or low-cost options, while traditional newspapers may charge a fee based on the word count or size of the notice.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, you can write your own obituary in advance. This is often referred to as a "self-written" or "pre-written" obituary. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told accurately.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary provides more detailed information about the person's life and legacy.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a meaningful way to personalize the notice and celebrate the person's life.

How do I submit an obituary for publication?

Contact the publication directly to learn about their submission process and guidelines. You may need to provide written consent from the family or executor of the estate.

Can I make corrections to an already published obituary?

If you find errors in an already published obituary, contact the publication immediately to request corrections. They will work with you to make changes as quickly as possible.

How long do online obituaries remain available?

The duration that online obituaries remain available varies depending on the platform. Some websites maintain archives indefinitely, while others may remove notices after a certain period.

Can I create a memorial website for my loved one?

Yes, there are many online platforms that allow you to create a memorial website or tribute page for your loved one. These sites often offer features such as photo galleries, guestbooks, and donation links.

What is the purpose of an online guestbook?

An online guestbook allows friends and family to leave messages of condolence, share memories, and pay tribute to the deceased. It provides a digital space for people to express their sympathies and connect with others who are grieving.

How do I notify people about an upcoming funeral or memorial service?

You can include details about funeral or memorial services in the obituary notice. Additionally, you can use social media, email, or phone calls to notify friends and family directly.

Can I include charitable donation information in an obituary?

Yes, many families choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers or other gifts. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and support a cause they cared about.

What if I don't have access to all the necessary information for an obituary?

If you're struggling to gather information for an obituary, consider reaching out to other family members or friends who may be able to provide details. You can also consult public records or online resources for assistance.

Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for some time?

Yes, it's never too late to write an obituary for someone who has passed away. This can be a therapeutic exercise for those who are still grieving or seeking closure.

How do I handle sensitive or private information in an obituary?

Be mindful of sensitive or private information when writing an obituary. Consider consulting with other family members or friends before sharing potentially controversial or personal details.

Can I include humor or lighthearted moments in an obituary?

Absolutely! Obituaries don't have to be somber affairs. Including humorous anecdotes or lighthearted stories can help celebrate the person's life and personality.

What if I'm not comfortable writing an obituary myself?

If you're struggling to write an obituary, consider enlisting the help of a friend or family member. You can also reach out to a professional writer or funeral home staff for guidance and support.

Can I update an existing obituary with new information?

Contact the publication directly to inquire about updating an existing obituary with new information. They will let you know if this is possible and guide you through the process.

How do I preserve my loved one's memory beyond the initial grieving period?

Beyond the initial grieving period, consider creating a memory book, scrapbook, or shadow box with mementos and keepsakes. You can also establish a memorial fund or scholarship in their name.