Doris “Jeanne” Spoerl

Doris “Jeanne” Spoerl, age 71, of Sherrill, IA, completed her earthly journey on June 8, 2024, at the University of Iowa Hospital, while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Jeanne’s life, her memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, 5350 Sherrill Road, with Rev. Jesse Cearlock and Rev. Larry Langer officiating.  Family and friends are invited to join in fellowship for one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday, and from 3:00-7:00 p.m., on Friday, June 21, 2024, at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Sherrill.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jeanne’s family.

Jeanne was born on March 24, 1953, in Dubuque, IA, a daughter to Paul and Marie (Leslein) Mueller.  She lived an abundantly full life filled with family, music and sewing. Jeanne was united in marriage to her soul-mate, Ronnie Spoerl, on July 17, 1976, at the Sherrill United Church of Christ. They faced each day together in united accord and their devotion to one another was an inspiration to all who knew and loved them.  Jeanne graduated from Dubuque Hempstead and earned her Bachelors Degree in Music from the University of Iowa. She was the church organist at St. Matthew’s since 1976, sang in the Dubuque Chorale for many years and played for many weddings and funerals. Jeanne savored every opportunity she was given to bring joy to others through the art of music whenever possible.  Jeanne was also a very talented seamstress and proudly ran the Country Tailor for many years where she was an integral part of numerous wedding dress alterations and could create anything with her needle and thread. After several years with Bishop’s Buffet and Northwest Fabrics, Jeanne went to work for Medline Industries where she gave of herself for over 20 years serving as a dedicated service representative for our medical community. Jeanne’s life had one clearly defined aspect to it; giving of herself for the benefit of others.

Jeanne enjoyed traveling whenever possible. She made two overseas trips with the Dubuque Chorale to England and Australia and traveled with her husband to many places after he retired from dairy farming, from their farm in Sherrill, IA. Jeanne also volunteered her time on the Dubuque County Fair Board for several years.  Jeanne loved to bake. She spent countless hours in the kitchen at Christmas time baking dozens of cookies and breads for the church cookie walk or to send to her sales representatives at Medline. But, at the end of the day, having her family by her side, especially the “grandkids” was where her heart always desired to be.  Jeanne’s love had no end and could brighten your day simply by being her giving self. We will treasure every beautiful memory and lesson which she leaves behind for us now, until we all meet again. May the choirs in Heaven make a joyful noise!

Those left behind to cherish the memory of Jeanne include,

her loving husband of 47 years,

Ronnie Spoerl, Sherrill, IA;

her siblings,

Donna Krogman, Denver, CO,

Mary Lou (Phil) McCleary, Barron, WI,

and Roger (Beth) Mueller, Manchester, IA;

her sister-in-law,

Cindy Mueller, Dubuque, IA;

her brother-in-law,

Dennis (Lynn) Spoerl, Sherrill, IA;

her adored nieces and nephews,

Chris (Jannell Wadlow) Krogman, Denver, CO,

J.J. McCleary, Carmel, IN,

Annie McCleary, Webster, WI,

Phillip (Christine) Mueller, North Richland Hills, TX,

Teri (Adam) Mueller-Dorn, Mendota Heights, MN,

Greg (Kat Weis) Mueller, Dubuque, IA,

and Gretchen (Scott Schueller) Tucker, Sherrill, IA;

her twelve great-nieces and nephews;

her aunt,

Ruth Kramer, Dubuque, IA;

her uncle,

David Spoerl, Sherrill, IA;

along with numerous extended family, friends, and neighbors.

Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ray (Esther) Spoerl; her brother, Robert “Bob” Mueller; her infant brother, Donald Mueller; and her brother-in-law, Ernie (Shirley) Spoerl.

Jeanne’s family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Finley Hospital and the University of Iowa Hospital for all of their professional and compassionate care.

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