Randall J. “Randy” Vaske

Randall J. “Randy” Vaske, age 70, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on July 19, 2024, at Ennoble Manor in Dubuque.  To honor Randy’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Randy’s family.

Randy was born on June 13, 1954, in Dubuque, IA, a son to Jim and Mary (Callahan) Vaske.  He loved his family and friends, enjoyed life, and kept things uncomplicated whenever possible.  Randy eventually found his soul-mate, LaVonne Wenzel, and the two were united in marriage and embraced each day hand in hand moving forward.  He faithfully invested his time and talents with IWI Auto Parts over the last 4 years, but had spent another 18 years at Tandem Tire prior, and even gave 12 years of his working career as a city bus driver where he made many friends along the way, including his wife.  Randy was a gifted artist and thankfully leaves behind many of his creations for those who knew and loved him to treasure through the years ahead within the physical absence of Randy in their daily lives.  He was also an avid NASCAR fan and was always ready to sit down to the weekend race when time allowed.  Randy and LaVonne also enjoyed 4-wheeling and made many runs in their Jeep while enjoying the fellowship of friends and fellow enthusiast.  He possessed a contagious sense of humor and was truly generous to a fault.  Randy was surely the friend you always wanted to have in your corner when life happened around you.  We will miss Randy and his old hippy attitude towards life, but trust that he is at peace now from his earthly struggles and only waits patiently for us to arrive as well.  Thank you, Randy, for keeping life simple and reminding all around you that life is short, don’t miss the moments as they pass by, but rather embrace each one with vitality and vigor until we’ve enjoyed our last one.   

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Randy include,

his loving wife of 24 years,

LaVonne Vaske, Dubuque, IA;

his son,

Sean (Traci) Vaske, Dubuque, IA;

his granddaughter,

Adelyn Vaske, Dubuque, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Randy was preceded in death by his parents.

Randy’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Ennoble Manor and Hospice of Dubuque for all of their professional and compassionate care.

Online condolences may be shared with Randy’s family at www.tristatecremationcenter.com