Obituaries

Paula  F Freund, age 55, of East Dubuque, Illinois; passed from our hands into the waiting arms of her Savior on January 10, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa.  Although there will be no public services at this time, a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Paula’s family.

Michael J. “Uncle Mike” Walter, age 76, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on January 11, 2021, at ManorCare in Dubuque.  To honor Mike’s life, a private family service will be held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Mike’s family.

Robert J. (Bob) Wemett, age 90, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on January 8, 2021, at home.  To honor Bob’s life, a private family service is being held. Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Bob’s family.

To honor Joyce’s last wishes, a private family service will be held at a later date.  Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Joyce’s family.

Toni M. Ames, age 43, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed her earthly journey suddenly on January 6, 2021, at home.  To honor Toni’s life, her Celebration Of life will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. in the Mueller Memorial Chapel at Linwood Cemetery, 2736 Windsor Avenue in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Toni’s family.

The Reverend Roy Lewis of Galena died on Jan. 1, 2021 at his home.  Roy was born on June 20, 1936 in Grand Rapids, MI to Guy and Viola (Morse) Lewis.  He had one Sister, Harriett Lewis-Holwerda.

Luanus M. “Lou” Pline, age 65, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on January 1, 2021, at home, surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Lou’s life, a private family service is being held now, with a larger Celebration of Life being held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Lou’s family.

Betty Ann Young-Schneider, age 74, of Farley, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on December 28, 2020, at her loving sister Mary’s home in Dickeyville, Wisconsin.  To honor Betty’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Betty’s family.

Gerald F. Pickel, age 89, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on December 19, 2020, at home, surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Gerald’s life, a private family memorial mass is being held.  Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  A larger Celebration of Life will be held in the summer when the entire family can gather together. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Gerald’s family.

Richard E. Walton, age 83, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on December 16, 2020, at ManorCare in Dubuque.  To honor Richard’s life, a private family service is being held.  Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Richard’s family.

Sarah A. Frees, age 34 of Dubuque, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on December 9, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving friends and caretakers.  To honor Sarah’s life, a private remembrance memorial will be held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Sarah’s family.

Mary F. Gibbs, age 69, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on December 6, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Mary’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Mary’s family.

Lawrence Neuman, 78, of Independence, Iowa, was called home on Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020, at MercyOne in Dubuque, surrounded by his children.  To honor Lawrence’s life, a memorial service will be held at 10 am, on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020, at the Trinity Bible Church, 125 Orchard Dr, in Cedar Falls on Saturday, Dec. 12, 2020.  Family and friends are welcome to join in through Facebook live.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Lawrence’s family.

Bernice Evelyn Beresford, age 92, of Dubuque, died Friday, November 27, 2020 at ManorCare. A service for family and friends will be held at 1 pm, December 12, 2020 via ZOOM. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Bernice’s family.

Michael McInnis; known to those who had the pleasure of knowing him as ‘Hillbilly’, continued his journey to the next life and passed away on Sunday, November 15th around 2 p.m. 

Thomas P. Berning, age 41, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed his earthly journey on October 29, 2020, at home, due to heart failure.  To honor Tom’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Tom’s family.

Thomas John Roseliep, age 77, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on October 19, 2020, at home. A private family service will be held to honor Tom’s life, in accordance with his wishes. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Deanna I. Cliff, age 77, of Dubuque, Iowa, completed her earthly journey on October 20, 2020, at home, surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Deanna’s life, a private family service is being held at Grand View United Methodist Church.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Deanna’s family.

Betsy A. Hamilton (nee Hembd), passed away suddenly at Bethany Home in Dubuque early October 19.  Betsy lived the past 5 years at Sunset Park Place. Good years too. She was happy and enjoyed the family atmosphere. But found herself at Bethany for what turned out to be a short stay.

James Stephen Green, age 91 , of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Friday, October 16th,  2020,  at Dubuque Specialty Care, surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Jim’s life, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2020, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, with Father Steve Rosonke officiating.  Family and friends of Jim’s are invited to gather one hour prior to the service at the church. Everyone is requested to wear masks and social distance – as best we can.  Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery immediately following the service. Where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jim’s family.