![]() One of our errands this past week was to return the 9 library books she had read this month which lent itself well to her 2nd love for crossword puzzles. ![]() Jean was a voracious reader of anything in print throughout her entire life. Her final career choice as an in-home caregiver was the perfect fit for her nurturing nature. Jean was a stay at home mom during the early years of her daughters lives and then worked various jobs as Bill’s employment took them from Des Moines to Monticello to Maquoketa, Iowa. Bill preceded her in death on April 25, 1975. Ambrose Cathedral in Des Moines to which the union was blessed with 2 daughters, Gail (JC) Bullock and Donna Ankrum. On Decemshe married the love of her life, William (Bill) Ankrum at St. During her 93 year earthly stay she grew up in Des Moines where she attended St Joseph’s Academy class of 1948. The family was finally reunited as Jean was the last to join them at the gates of heaven. Septemin New Hampton, Iowa Regina was born to John and Annabelle (Deegan) Deluhery completing their family of 8 with brothers Francis, Dale and Donald and sisters, Isabel and Margorie. Columbkille’s Catholic Church in Dubuque, with Fr. ![]() Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. on SUNDAY, Jat the Miller Funeral Home in East Dubuque, IL., and from 9:30-10:15 a.m. ![]() Regina (Jean) Ankrum of rural Hazel Green, WI, formerly of Dubuque and Maquoketa, Iowa passed away on Sunday, Jat The Finley Hospital in Dubuque.įamily and friends may call from 3:00-6:00 p.m. Kramer Funeral Home in Holy Cross is assisting the family and information is available at Regina Ankrum The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Stonehill Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for their kind, compassionate care. It is not hard to imagine Jesus welcoming her and saying, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Janet is an example of a life well lived. She was preceded in death by her parents parents-in-law, Chas and Bertha (Meyer) Schmitt sister, June Decker in infancy and brother-in-law, Steve Koch. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, Donald children: Jeff (Linda) Schmitt of Holy Cross, David (Wendy) Schmitt of Omaha, NE, and Lisa (Dan) Bowen of Kansas City, KS grandchildren: Michael (Hali) Schmitt, Katelyn Schmitt, John Schmitt, Matt Schmitt, Danny Bowen, Nicole Schmitt, Nicholas Bowen, and Adam Schmitt siblings: Joan (Les) Feldmann of Rickardsville, John Decker of Balltown, Larry (Trudy) Decker of Balltown, Kathy Koch of Worthington, and Ann (Andy) Baumann of Dubuque and many nieces and nephews. It is on the National Register of Historic Places. Known as Pin Oak, this property was founded in 1836, 10 years before Iowa became a state. History was important to them and they restored a former stagecoach stop built in 1849 as their home. Don and Janet enjoyed travel and family vacations. While there, she was selected to be a contestant on the “Price is Right” where she won a player piano. Janet had a lovely smile, in fact, she won a beauty contest in 1959 and was awarded a trip to New York City. She was proud of her grandchildren and was excited for the arrival of her first great-grandchild soon to be born, reminding us that the circle of life continues. She was supportive of her children being a den mother in cub scouts, attending school functions and baseball games, and giving constant encouragement. As a devoted wife and mother, she excelled in cooking, maintained a large garden, canned fruits and vegetables, and was a meticulous housekeeper. After dating for five years, they were married in 1960 in Balltown, Iowa. When she met Don, he said Janet was the prettiest girl he had ever seen. Janet worked for Dubuque Pack as a secretary serving in the head office for Mr. After the birth of two sons, Janet prayed to Mary for a girl, promising that she would dress her in blue for two months to honor Mary. She served on the parish council and school board and sang for the Holy Cross Choir. Janet was active in the Holy Cross Catholic Church. Religion was important and she centered her life around it. Janet had a love for God, Family and Country. Schmitt on November 26, 1960, in Balltown, Iowa. Janet was born on Septemin Dubuque, Iowa, the daughter of Lawrence and Loretta (Hefel) Decker. on Saturday, Jat Holy Cross Catholic Church in Holy Cross with burial in the church cemetery. prior to funeral mass.įuneral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Visitation will continue at the funeral home from 9 – 10 a.m. on Friday, Jat Kramer Funeral Home in Holy Cross. Schmitt, 85, of Holy Cross, Iowa passed away Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at Stonehill Care Center, Dubuque, Iowa.
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