Obituaries

Donald J. “Don” Davis, age 68, of Sherrill, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly on November 23, 2022, at home. To honor Don’s life, a Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, December 6, 2022, from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Breitbach’s Country Dining, 563 Balltown Road in Sherrill, IA. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Don’s family.

Karen M. (Dobson) Cue, age 81, of Hazel Green, WI, passed away on Nov. 10, 2022, at St. Dominic Villa while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Karen’s life, her memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm on Sat., Dec. 3, 2022, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3650 Asbury Rd, in Dubuque.  Family and friends are invited to visit with the family from 2:30-4:00 pm with the services to follow.  A zoom meeting will also be available for those who are unable to attend.  Please feel free to call (563) 590-0899 for zoom details.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Karen’s family.

Theodore L. “Ted” Roepsch, age 75, of Marshalltown, formerly of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on November 7, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.  Per Ted’s request, there will be no public services.  The burial will be in the Rock Island Veterans Cemetery in Moline, IL.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Ted’s family.

Kimberly Ann “Kim” Selken, age 62, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on November 9, 2022, at home while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Kim’s life, her Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  A private family burial will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Kim’s family.

Marjorie C. “Marge” Lewis, age 73, of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Nov. 8, 2022, after 8 years at Luther Manor while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Marge’s life, her memorial service will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at 1:30 p.m., at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 3650 Asbury Rd, and a zoom meeting will also be available for those who are unable to attend.  Please feel free to call (563) 599-6610 for the zoom details.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Marge’s family.

Joseph M. “Joe” Gilbertson, age 72, of Kieler, WI, completed his earthly journey on Nov. 3, 2022, at ManorCare while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Joe’s life, his Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sat. Nov. 12, 2022, at Journey Church, 3939 Pennsylvania Ave. in Dubuque, with Pastor Terry Bemis officiating. Family and friends are invited to join in fellowship from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service at the church. Full military honors will be accorded by the Dickeyville VFW, Post 6455.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Joe’s family.

Patti Jo Leib, age 66, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on October 30, 2022, at Dubuque Specialty Care, while surrounded by her loving family. To honor Patti’s life, a memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 1755 Delhi Street in Dubuque. Family and friends are invited to join in fellowship one hour prior to the service from 10:00–11:00 a.m. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Patti’s family.

James R. “Jim” Fitzgerald, age 63, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on October 29, 2022, at MercyOne in Dubuque, with his loving family by his side.  To honor Jim’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jim’s family.

Robert J. Meier, age 72, of East Dubuque, IL, completed his earthly journey on October 18, 2022, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Robert’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Robert’s family.

James T. “Jim” Somerville, age 76, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on September 29, 2022, at UnityPoint-Finley Hospital in Dubuque, while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Jim’s life, a Celebration of Life will be planned for a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jim’s family.

Joseph B. “Joe” Leiser, age 97, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on October 3, 2022, at Luther Manor Grand Meadows in Asbury, surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Joe’s life, a private family service is being held.  Burial will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque, where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Joe’s family.

Paul J. “Louie” Lane, Sr., age 85, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on September 30, 2022, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Paul’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Paul’s family.

Terence G. “Terry” Jackson, age 72, of Bellevue, IA, completed his earthly journey on September 5, 2022, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics after a tragic accident at home while working on his final project in this life. To honor Terry’s life, a private family service is being held. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Terry’s family.

Sandra J. “Peaches” Tigges, age 76, of Bernard, IA, completed her earthly journey on September 27, 2022, at Luther Manor while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Sandra’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Sandra’s family.

Marcilio D. “Marc” DeOliveira, age 72, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on September 24, 2022, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Marc’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Marc’s family.

Norma C. “Charlene” Anderson, age 83, of Cassville, WI, completed her earthly journey on September 24, 2022, at home while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Charlene’s life, a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Alpena, MI.  Burial, with her husband Robert, will be in Alpena, MI, at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Charlene’s family.

Christie L. Priebe, age 66, of Asbury, IA, completed her earthly journey on September 21, 2022, at home while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Christie’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Christie’s family.

Patrick E. Finn 91, of Dubuque passed away Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Stonehill Care Center.  To honor Pat’s wishes there will not be a visitation or funeral. A private family graveside service will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Pat’s family.

Jason A. Munson, age 49, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on Sept. 3, 2022, at the Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA.  To honor Jason’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jason’s family.

Linda Ford-Johnson, 64, passed away on September 6, 2022, at home surrounded by family.  To honor her wishes, services will not be held at this time.  A celebration of life will be held at a later date.