Obituaries

Margaret (Downs) Wilke, age 93, of Tennyson, WI, was called home to her Lord and Savior on February 16, 2025.  To honor Margaret’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  Burial will be in the St. Andrew’s Cemetery in Tennyson, WI.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Margaret’s family.

Carol Ann Gibbons, age 72, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on February 18, 2025, at Harmony Care Center, Dubuque.  To honor Carol’s life, a private family service is being held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Carol’s family.

David J. Frommelt, age 61, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 30, 2025, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Dave’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Dave’s family.

David E. Cue, age 76, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 27, 2025, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor David’s life, at a later date a family service will be held at Mt. Olivet Cemetery where full military honors will be accorded by the Dubuque Marine Corps League.  Entombment will be in the Mt. Olivet Cemetery Mausoleum.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving David’s family.

Thomas J. “T.J.” Wunder, age 53, of Waterloo, IA, formerly of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly on January 29, 2025, at home. To honor Tom’s life, a memorial mass will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 1425 Iowa Street in Dubuque, with Rev. Dennis Quint officiating. Family and friends are invited to join in fellowship for one hour prior to the service at the church. The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Tom’s family.

Perry S. Pickel, age 59, of Dubuque, IA, passed away suddenly on January 25, 2025.  To honor Perry’s life, a private family service will be held at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.  Entombment will be in the Mt. Calvary Mausoleum.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Perry’s family.

Herbert A. Quint, age 90, of Cascade, Iowa, passed away on January 24, 2025, at home while surrounded by family.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on February 7, 2025, at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 411 4th Avenue, NW in Cascade with Rev. Mark Osterhaus officiating.  There will be a visitation at the church from 10 to 11:00 a.m.  Burial will follow Mass in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Cascade where full military honors will be accorded by the Cascade American Legion Post #528.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Herbert’s family.

Wylie K. Bledsoe, age 81, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 19, 2025, at MercyOne Hospital in Dubuque surrounded by his loving family.  To honor and celebrate Wylie’s life, a reception will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m., on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the Dubuque Arboretum and Botanical Gardens, 3800 Arboretum Drive in Dubuque.  There will also be a memorial service held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the Faith Lutheran Church, 55 Prairie Road, Fond du Lac, WI, with Pastor David Haugly officiating.  Family and friends are invited to join in the common areas for lunch and celebration of Wylie’s life from 11:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.  Burial will be in the St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Newburg, WI, at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Wylie’s family.

Ronald L. “Ron” Liskey, age 71, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 19, 2025, at Dubuque Specialty Care.  To honor Ron’s life, a private family service is being held.  Burial will be in the North Grove Cemetery in Caro, MI.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Ron’s family.

Gloria D. Templeton, age 68, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on January 12, 2025, at the Hawkeye Care Center in Asbury, IA, while surrounded by her loving family and friends.  To honor Gloria’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Gloria’s family.

Rosemary T. “Rose” Capriola, age 88, of Dubuque, IA, left us suddenly in the arms of her angels on January 14, 2025.  To honor Rosemary’s life, family and friends may gather in food and fellowship for her Celebration of Life from 1:00–4:00 p.m., on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the Rockford Verdi Club, 782 North Madison Street in Rockford, IL.  A Prayer Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. with Keith Seaberg officiating.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Rosemary’s family.

Sharon F. “Red” Adams, age 62, of Dubuque, IA, completed her earthly journey on January 11, 2025, at home while surrounded by her loving family and her twin-sister, Karen.  To honor Sharon’s life, a private family service is being held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Sharon’s family.

James N. “Jimmy” May, age 54, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 7, 2025, with his youngest daughter Mikayla Randall right by his side playing his favorite music.  To honor Jim’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jim’s family.

James L. “Jim” Roseliep, age 77, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 3, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque. To honor Jim’s life, a private family service will be held at a later day. Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery in Dubuque.

Nancy Rae Sawvell, 63, of Dubuque, IA, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024, at Sunnycrest Manor. To honor Nancy’s life, a private service will be held at a later date.

Jeanette B. Gotzinger, 91, of Dubuque, IA, died Friday, January 3, 2025, at MercyOne. In honor of Jeanette’s life, a memorial mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 3685 County HHH in Kieler, WI, with Father Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call prior to the service at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center from 9:00-11:00 am.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Jeanette’s family.

Guy S. “Steve” Otterbeck, age 74, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey on January 2, 2025, at home while surrounded by his loving family.  To honor Steve’s life, a private family service will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Steve’s family.

Rodney J. “Rod” Gavin, age 77, of Dubuque, IA, completed his earthly journey suddenly on December 29, 2024, at home.  Per Rod’s wishes, there will be no services held.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Rod’s family.

Cynthia J. “Cindy” Long, age 70, of Dyersville, IA, peacefully passed away on December 29, 2024, at home while surrounded by her loving family.  To honor Cindy’s life, a Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 1623 20th Avenue S.E. in Dyersville, IA.  Family and friends are invited to join in fellowship from 1:30-2:00 p.m. prior to the service at the church.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Cynthia’s family. 

Roy O. Coker, age 78, of Galena, IL, completed his earthly journey suddenly on December 28, 2024, at home with his loving wife by his side.  To honor Roy’s life, a private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.  The Tri-State Cremation Center is humbly serving Roy’s family.