IJR News - today's news from every sideFive Women Remembered in Recent ObituariesLifestyle — Nov 5, 2026Obituaries remember Martha Brackney, Frances Brown, Lillian Marie Harris, Sherry Lynn Reese and Lois Baughman, whose lives were defined by devotion to family, lasting friendships and personal passions. Brackney and Harris were especially noted for caring for others, while the notices also celebrate Brown’s selfless gift of adoption, Reese’s faith and love of travel, and Baughman’s warmth, hard work and church community.
Five Dubuque-Area Residents DieLifestyle — Oct 26, 2026Five obituary notices remember residents of the Dubuque area: Holly Nauman, William “Bill” Tigges, Shirley Olson, Kelley Knockel and Darlene Herting. Their lives were marked by family, community service and personal passions, including caregiving, manufacturing, education, sports, beauty and crafts; Knockel died from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
Sam Okafor He might still have good years left but forcing a long career just for the sake of it rarely ends well. Priya Raman Talent only gets you started, sticking with practice for years is what actually builds real skill. 
