Obituary of Alvera Juliana Mormann

Alvera Juliana (Neuhaus) Mormann, age 88, passed away Sunday, November 22, 2020 at Stonehill Care Center in Dubuque, IA, with family after a long struggle from breast cancer. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday, November 25th at 10:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church in New Vienna, IA with interment in St. Peter & Paul Catholic Cemetery in Petersburg, Iowa.

Vera was born on December 23, 1931, in New Vienna, IA, the daughter of Bernard and Theresa (Wiskus) Neuhaus. She married William H. Mormann on April 25, 1954, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, New Vienna. Together, they had eleven children: Alan (Pam) of Petersburg, IA, Terry (JoAnn) of Independence, IA, Randy (Carmen) of Petersburg, IA, Robert (Kim) of Omaha, NE, Deb (Garry) Anstoetter of Epworth, IA, William III (Mary) of Farley, IA, Bev (John) Nelson of Navarre, FL, Mary (Gerry) Schlegel of Fort Worth, TX, James (Melinda) of Morton, IL, Carl (Lisa) of Dyersville, IA and Lynn (Kevin) Franzluebbers of Omaha, NE.

She was the proud grandmother of 22 grandchildren and the beaming great grandmother of 26 great-grandchildren.

Vera leaves behind one sister, Germaine (Neuhaus) Foxen and Cousin Mary Lou Schmit; along with many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband William H. Mormann, her son Alan Mormann, her grandson Patrick Mormann, brothers Alvin (Clara Ann) Neuhaus, Bernard (Delores) Neuhaus and in-laws Richard “Dick” and Mary Arens, Harlan and Julitta Friedman and William Schmitt.

Vera had a quick wit and contagious smile with hugs that engulfed you in her love. She made everyone feel like a friend and was thought of by many as a second mom or special grandma. She was genuine and always made time to chat and share a smile – there was never a story that wasn’t too good to be told again and again. She had a way of opening her home to others, even if it was unexpected, one was always welcomed.

You would know that Vera had a green thumb as her beautiful flowers and plants were showcased inside and out. Throughout her years, Vera donated her blooms to the area greenhouse for homecoming corsages and to the St. Peter & Paul church to adorn the altar of her faith. Keeping to her nature, you’d see her riding her Dixon mower through town to make sure her lawns were manicured to their finest.

Her second home was on the baseball field, supporting her husband as team manager and her boys as they took the field for the Petersburg Baseball team. Vera ran the concessions making roasters of turkey and Maid Rite sandwiches and making sure no one ever left hungry.

Vera had a strong faith and prayed the rosary every day; she always gave great advice that usually ended with the comment to “Pray about it and look for guidance from upstairs and I’ll pray an extra rosary for you”. Vera cherished her family, and they were truly her greatest treasure. Her advice was endless and valued.

Over the years, Vera participated in church groups, prayer groups, school activities and bowling leagues. The continued support of her family was seen by her presence at their events whenever she could. She volunteered to the community lending a helping hand to anyone in need.

Vera will be missed by many; her family has lost a treasure – their rock and matriarch. Her kind, gentle spirit will be a light that continues to shine through her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

The family extends sincere gratitude to the care and compassion of those that brought a loving touch to their mother; the Stonehill Care facility nurses, care and liturgical staff, and administrator Peggy Stockel. Hospice of Dubuque, Dr. Mark Herman, Dr. Tony Heiar, Dr. Garrett Ridgley, Dr Amy Even and Dr. Tauseef Khan.

Memorials are preferred to Stonehill Care Center or Hospice of Dubuque.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.kramerfuneral.com. Please send cards and memorials to the family in care of Kramer Funeral Home, 750 12^th Ave SW, Dyersville, IA 52040, please include first and last name of Vera Mormann on the outside of the envelope.