Obituaries

Lennis D. Shurtleff, 60, of Waukon died Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, WI. A Celebration of Life was held Monday, October 6 at the Allamakee County Fairgrounds Pavilion in Waukon. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon assisted the family.

Lennis Dale Shurtleff was born January 10, 1965, in Sioux City. His parents were Dale Eugene and Lucille Mae (Heidebrink) Shurtleff. He attended North Junior School and graduated from West High in 1983, both in Sioux City, where he played basketball, baseball, and football. Lennie worked for Gateway Computers in South Sioux, NE, before transferring to Virginia, as a technician. When he moved to the Waukon area, he worked for Monona Wire and drove an Amish construction crew until he retired.

Michael Stok of Harpers Ferry passed away unexpectedly September 30, 2025, at the age of 76. There will be a Celebration of Life Wednesday, October 8, from 1-4 p.m. at the Portside Bar & Supper Club in Harpers Ferry. Friends and family are invited to stop in and share Mike stories.
Mike was born and raised in Belle Plaine, where he ran the Stok’s Country Store, before becoming a successful salesman. Mike is survived by his wife of 58 years, Joan (McBride) Stok. He was a proud father to his four children: Michael (Laura) Stok, Matt (Beth) Stok, Marc (Kerry) Stok, and Marisa (Scott) Burch. He loved his six grandchildren: Ellie, Abby, Emma, Roman, Ian, and Maddie, and was thrilled to become a great-grandfather to Wrenley Petersohn.

Stacy Marie Kamaus, 52, of Waukon passed away, Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at her home in Waukon surrounded by her family. A Private Burial in the West Union City Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Stacy was born February 28, 1973, in West Union to Dave and Jean (Noska) Kamaus. She was baptized at Holy Name Catholic Church in West Union. Stacy grew up in West Union and completed her education at the Antes Center in 1991. Stacy then moved to Waukon where she was a client at TASC for the past 32 years. Stacy enjoyed her daily activities at TASC with her many friends and staff she met throughout the years.

Stacy’s favorite activities included shopping, movies, and holidays, and she enjoyed her house friends and, most of all, her family. Stacy was a loving daughter, sister, granddaughter and friend to many, and accomplished many challenges in her life.

Dylan J. Ross, 27, of Waukon died Saturday, September 27, 2025, at his home. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 3 at 1 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Waukon with Fr. Joseph Sevcik officiating. Burial will be in Lycurgus Cemetery, Waukon. Friends may greet the family from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, October 2 at Martin - Grau Funeral Home in Waukon.

Charles Dean Duvel, of rural Postville, passed away unexpectedly at home Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the age of 68. In true Chuck fashion, no funeral services will be held, but rather a private family gathering will be planned for a later date.

Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon is assisting the family. Condolences for the family may be sent care of the funeral home to P.O. Box 59, Waukon, IA 52172. Online condolences may be left at www.martinfunerals.com.

Chuck lived life on his own terms. He was a stubborn man, firm in his beliefs, and never sugarcoated what he had to say. He was passionate about hunting, farming, and the homesteading lifestyle.

Saturday, September 20, William “Bill” Evans of Waukon was laid to rest in the recently constructed vaults on the south side of Oakland Cemetery in Waukon. All are welcome to visit and pay their respects.
 

Steven “T-Bone” Michael Theobald, age 66, of Caledonia, MN, passed away with his sisters at his side, September 19, 2025, at Gundersen Harmony Care Center, Harmony, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 27, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Caledonia.

Father Andrew Vogel will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Caledonia. A luncheon will follow. Visitation will be from 10-10:45 a.m. before the service at St. Mary’s Holy Family Hall.

T-Bone was born July 19, 1959, in Caledonia  to Sylvester “Bing” and Maxine (Hagen) Theobald. He graduated from Caledonia High School in 1977 and married  Darla Steele October 22, 1988, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Caledonia. Darla passed away June 16, 2006.

T-Bone was self-employed as a custom fencer, working in Minnesota and Iowa. He enjoyed snowmobiling, going on train rides, and farming.

Jean E. Hagen, 105, of Waukon died Monday, September 8, 2025, at Prairie Maison in Prairie du Chien, WI. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 25 at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church in Waukon with Rev. Grant VanderVelden officiating. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery, Waukon.

Friends may greet the family from 9 a.m. until the time of services Thursday at the church. Martin-Grau Funeral Home in Waukon is handling arrangements. Memorials can be made to Veterans Memorial Hospital, First Presbyterian Church, and Missionary Ventures for Luther and Sandra Meier at 1017 Maitland Center Commons Blvd., Maitland, FL, 32751-7205.

Frances Arlene Lindsay, 90, of Lansing passed away at home September 14, 2025. There are no services planned.

Frances was born April 4, 1935, to Olavis and Sandora (Shervin) Holm in Decorah, where she spent her childhood. She enjoyed being outdoors, water skiing, playing pool, and going to Fan Fair in Nashville, TN.

March 30, 1970, Frances and Thomas Lindsay were united in marriage in Blair, NE. She had various jobs throughout the years, including meter maid, working with her husband at the downtown standard, and working for Riverland Expressions in Lansing.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Olavis and Sandora Holm; her son, Corey Cooper; her brothers, Merlyn Holm and Ralph Holm; her sisters, Ollie Melka, Violet Mcmullin, Esther Reckward and Helen Christianson; and her nieces, Jo and Mary Christianson.

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Taylor Blizard September 14, 2025. Funeral Services were held Thursday, September 18 at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel with Fr. Brandon Guenther officiating, and burial was in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien, WI.

Taylor was born to David and Sherrie Blizard in Monroe, WI May 19, 1994. Taylor graduated from Prairie du Chien High School and was employed by Design Homes in Prairie du Chien, WI for many years.

Taylor’s greatest joy in life was his children, and he was an active and loving father. He was a man of many talents who enjoyed hunting, fishing, singing, woodworking, hiking, camping, motocross, and spending time in his shop working on motorcycles. Taylor is remembered for both his sense of humor and his quick temper, which disappeared just as quickly as it had appeared.