Obituaries

Obituaries are published in The Standard for a $45 fee and can be brought to the office at 15 First Street NW in Waukon, mailed to PO Box 286, Waukon IA 52172, or e-mailed to news@waukonstandard.com. Photos may be included for an additional charge of $15 (additonal photos are also $15). Obituaries of excessive length (longer than our single-column length of 15.5") will also incur an additional charge of $11/column inch for the content measuring longer than our 15.5-inch column length. Obituaries that include “Thank You” messages within them will also incur an additional charge for the “Thank You” portion of the submitted obituary. For further assistance, please call 563-568-3431.

Mon
04
Nov

Carolyn Thomas Kiesau

Navy veteran Carolyn Thomas Kiesau, who passed away May 21, 2023, was laid to rest with military honors in Arlington National Cemetery Wednesday, October 2, 2024 with Navy Chaplain Brent Wagner officiating. In attendance were her husband, retired Master Chief Petty Officer Curtis Kiesau; their daughter, Patricia Wise, and her husband, Kirk; along with their grandchildren, Donovan, Sophia and Celia.
 

Mon
04
Nov

John "Jack" Weber

John “Jack” Weber, 82, of Lansing passed away peacefully at home with family Monday, August 26, 2024. A funeral service will be held Saturday, November 16 at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church in Lansing. A celebration of life will be held at the Kerndt Brothers Savings Bank Community Center in Lansing from 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. that day.

In lieu of flowers or gifts, please consider donating to St. Croix Hospice - http://stcroixhospice.com/.

Mon
04
Nov

Jean Ann Hurm

Jean Ann Hurm, 77, of Avon Lake, OH, but born in Lansing, passed away unexpectedly October 26, 2024, due to a sudden cardiac arrest. Memorial services will be held Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lansing with Fr. Joseph Sevcik officiating. Burial will be at Gethsemane Catholic Cemetery, Lansing. Friends may greet the family from 3-5 p.m. Sunday, November 10 at the church.

Born April 19, 1947, Jean Ann was a dedicated surgical nurse who later transitioned into medical research, playing a vital role in the approval of life-saving medical devices by the FDA. Her contributions have positively impacted countless lives, and she took great pride in her work.

Jean Ann was known for her independence, strong will, and spirited personality - qualities that endeared her to many. Cherished friends will fondly remember her as a wild card with a knack for being a delightful “pain in the ass.”

Mon
04
Nov

Eileen Smith

Eileen F. Smith, a resident of Lansing for more than 20 years, passed away August 19, 2024, with her husband Scott Smith by her side, at the age of 75. Visitation will be held Friday, November 8 from 4-7 p.m. with testimonials and a prayer service at 6 p.m. at Thornburg-Grau Funeral Home in Lansing.

A funeral mass will be held Saturday, November 9 at 11 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lansing followed by a luncheon in the church basement. All are welcome. A burial will be held at Massachusetts National Cemetery in the spring of 2025. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that one-time donations be made to St. Jude Hospital (www.stjude.org/donate) in Eileen Smith’s memory.

Wed
30
Oct

Jill (Egan) Birkenholtz

Jill Marie (Egan) Birkenholtz, 47, of Carlisle passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Funeral Mass was held Friday, October 4 at Saint Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church in Carlisle, followed by interment at Hartford Cemetery, Hartford. At Jill’s request, memorials are being directed towards her children’s college savings accounts.

Jill was born in Waukon July 14, 1977 to her loving parents, Gary and Cindy Egan. Jill spent her entire childhood in Waukon, graduating from Waukon High School in 1995. Her fondest memories growing up included tagging along with her siblings to mom and dad’s softball games, spending time at the farm with her cousins (which often involved playing ball with those cousins) and playing cards with family. Jill played softball and basketball through high school, and her teammates and coaches have been lifelong friends.

Tue
29
Oct

Mary (Josie) Ehlert

Mary Josephine (Josie) Walleser Ehlert of Milton, WI, passed away suddenly in her home September 18, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held November 9, on Main Street in Lansing, at The Buck Stops Here Restaurant and Bar from 4-10 p.m.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Louis and Joan Walleser of Lansing; and her niece, Emily Walleser of Ravalli, MT.

Josie was the youngest of seven siblings and is survived by Tim Walleser (Gwen) of Janesville, WI, Linda Hartwich (Roger Jr.) of River Falls, WI, Leo Walleser (Ruth) of Menomonie, WI, Anne Rundall (James) of Amboy, IL, and Terry Walleser and Donald Walleser of Lansing.

Josie is also survived by 13 nieces and nephews and several grand-nieces and grand-nephews. She spent hours doing crafts, taking photos and making clothing and blankets for their birthdays and holidays.

Sun
27
Oct

Joyce Hanson

Joyce J. Hanson, 95, of Waukon died peacefully Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Memorial services were held Monday, October 28 at Old West Paint Creek Lutheran Church in rural Waukon with Pastor Ken Kimball officiating and burial at the church cemetery.

Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon handled arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Old West Paint Creek general fund.

Joyce Joan Hanson was born February 15, 1929, in Union Prairie Township, Waukon, the daughter of Alfred and Esther (Sanderman) Snitker. She was baptized and confirmed at Salem United Church of Christ (UCC) in Waukon, graduated from Waukon High School, and received her teaching certificates from the La Crosse teaching college. For a couple of years, Joyce taught at area country schools before working as a dental assistant, starting in 1950.

Thu
24
Oct

Lorna Bjerke

Lorna A. Bjerke, 97, of Waukon died Friday, October 18, 2024, at her home surrounded by family. Funeral services were held Friday, October 25 at Salem United Church of Christ in rural Waukon with Pastor Karla Johnson officiating and burial at the church cemetery. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon handled arrangements.

Lorna Arlene Bjerke was born August 28, 1927, in Waukon, the daughter of Arthur and Edna (Adam) Grotegut. She was baptized and confirmed at Salem United Church of Christ in rural Waukon, where she was a lifelong, active member. Lorna graduated from Waukon High School in 1945, and completed one year of junior college.

December 18, 1946, she married Ernest “Ernie” Bjerke at her parents’ home. They farmed together in Frankville Township and she also upholstered furniture for several years.

Tue
22
Oct

Sister Mary Francine Quillin, PBVM

Sister Mary Francine Quillin, PBVM, 87, died Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the Sisters of the Presentation (Mount Loretto), 2360 Carter Road, Dubuque.

Friday, October 25, friends may call from 4-7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Chapel, Sisters of the Presentation, where there will be a vigil service at 7 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be Saturday, October 26, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Chapel. Burial will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Key West.

The Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of the Presentation, 2360 Carter Road, Dubuque, IA 52001, or online at www.dbqpbvms.org.

Sister Mary Francine, daughter of Edward and Anna “Grace” (Ronan), was born Maureen Louise Quillin August 25, 1937, in Waukon. She entered the Sisters of the Presentation September 8, 1955, and professed her perpetual vows August 21, 1963.

Fri
18
Oct

Roger Stock

Roger W. Stock, 85, of Waukon died Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Good Samaritan Center in Waukon. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 19 at Zalmona Presbyterian Church in rural Waukon with Pastor Karla Johnson officiating. Burial with military honors was at the church cemetery.

Roger Wayne Stock was born May 9, 1939, in Waukon, the son of Reuben Simon and Luella Caroline (Nagel) Stock. He was baptized and confirmed at Zalmona Presbyterian Church, where he was a lifetime member. Country school started as a challenge for him, as his family only spoke German at home and Roger did not know English; his teacher made him stand in the corner until he learned.

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