Barbara is survived by her children, Kay Dee (Bruce) Ingham of Davenport, IA, Brian (Deanna) Tabor of Baldwin, IA, Dave (Durene) Tabor of Monticello, IA, and Phil (Nancy) Tabor of Maquoketa, IA; "other son Brian" Brian Marceau; a sister, Nancy Lasell of Indianola, IA; 13 grandchildren, Wyatt Tabor of Iowa City, IA, Adam (Angela) Tabor of Hickory Hills, IL, Andy Ingham of Minneapolis, MN, Abby (Paul) Fischer of Baldwin, IA, Alex Ingham of Minneapolis, MN, Jessica (Tobi) Luetkemeier of Monticello, IA, Megan Tabor of Davenport, IA, Michael (Melissa Osman) Tabor of Kirkland, WA, Kathleen Tabor of Newport, VT, Elizabeth Tabor of Baldwin, IA, Molly (Eric) Coddington of Ames, IA, Jacqueline Tabor of Ames, IA, and Sarah Tabor of Iowa City, IA; and 7 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Dennison, a son Robert D. "Bob" Tabor, and a brother Merritt Joseph Dwigans Jr.
In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, memorials may be made to Camp Courageous of Iowa or Heifer International.
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John Larry Fitz
John Larry Fitz, 74, of Dubuque, Iowa passed away on February 2, 2019 at Ennoble Nursing and Rehab, surrounded by his family.
Funeral service will be at 4:00 p.m. Saturday, February 9th, 2019 at Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road with Jack Redmon officiating and military honors accorded by American Legion Post #6. Family and friends may visit after 1:00 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home until time of service.
John was born on June 6, 1944 in Waterloo, Iowa the son of Frank and Anna (Thompson) Fitz. He was a United States Marine during the Vietnam War, serving from November 7, 1961 to August 26, 1972.
He received his Bachelor's Degree in Divinity, Summa Cum Lade, and Master's Degrees in Psychology and Sociology from the University of Dubuque.
He married Betty Elaine Bateman on August 26, 1972 at Faith United Methodist Church in Dubuque.
John was self-employed. He owned and operated a roofing and siding company, did small home improvements, recovered and refinished furniture, small engine repair and lawn care.
He was a member of the American Legion Post 6 and the American Red Cross.
He loved boating, camping, and fishing, as well as sharing the vast knowledge he had gained over the years. He ruled his home with an iron fist, yet he had a strong sense of humor and was always trying to embarrass you.
He is survived by his wife Betty; Daughters Tammy (Jeff) Benson, Ardeth (Jason) Steffen, Nicole (Josh) Hocking and there 6 children; eight grandchildren, Tasha, Jessica, Jake, Sierra, Drake, Kaden, Skyla, Treyton; 6 great grandchildren; Brothers Gene (Shirley) Fitz, Ron (Janet) Fitz, Harold (Anna) Fitz; Sisters Patti Shinneman, Jodeen Fitz, Barbara Welsh, Shirley (Larry) Davis, Marsha Schulz, Rhonda ( Chuck) Smith; and many nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by his parents; Father and Mother-in-law Gerald and Elnora Bateman; son Carlton Fitz; Grandson David; Granddaughter Alonna; Brothers Russel, Frankie; and his special dog Gemini.
The family wishes to extend very special thank you to the Theresa Schoenfeld, Hospice of Dubuque, Jen Fondell, and the Rockstar treatment from Ennoble Nursing and Rehab.
Lee L. Kirkpatrick
Lee L. "Rusty" Kirkpatrick, 86, of Dubuque, passed away on Wednesday, February 6, 2019 at home.
A visitation will be held from 10am-12pm., Friday, February 8 at the Egelhof, Siegert & Casper Westview Funeral Home and Crematory, 2659 JFK Road. Committal services will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, where Military Rites will be accorded.
Lee was born on January 23, 1933 in Iowa City, Iowa, the son of Lloyd and Ruth (Foley) Kirkpatrick.
He married Barbara A. Kelly on September 7, 1957 at St. Mary's Catholic Church. She preceded him in death on November 14, 2008.
Lee served our country in the United States Marine Corps League during the Korean Conflict. He worked at Flexsteel for many years. He enjoyed bowling, traveling and spending winters in South Padre, Texas.
He is survived by his children, Mary Jo (Gary) Anderson, Karen (John) Rogan, and Mike (Carolyn) Kirkpatrick, all of Dubuque, and Kathy (Bruce) Neyens, of Lewisville, Texas; 11 grandchildren; 12 great- grandchildren; siblings, Marilyn Kirkpatrick and Janet (Tom) Conry; and a brother-in-law, John E. Kelly (Karen Caldwell).
He was also preceded in death by his parents; and his son, James Kirkpatrick.
Memorial may be given to Hospice of Dubuque.
Special thank you to Hospice of Dubuque for their compassionate care.
Bonita F. Fettkether
Bonita F. "Bonnie" Fettkether, 84, of Dyersville, Iowa passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at Mercy Medical Center, Dyersville, Iowa.
