James C. Steffen Obituary

The passing of James C. Steffen of Dubuque, Iowa occurred on June 1, 2026. James, born on October 28, 1932, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Michael Steffen and Hildegard Steffen (Goerdt); his siblings, Howard Steffen, Eunice Zalaznik (Victor), Bernice Dolan (Patrick) and Melaine Loesche (Judy Weydert); and his great grandchild Delilah Ann Portzen.

He is survived by: his children, Carol Meyers (Bill) of Waverly, IA, Mary Lammers (Bruce) of Dubuque, IA, Teresa Burgmeier (Scott) of East Dubuque, IL and Jay Steffen (Molly) of Ankeny, IA; his grandchildren, Emily Wheatley (Josh), Abby Portzen (Adam), Matthew Moore (Reiny), Joshua Moore (Rasy), Benjamin Bartholomew (Michella), Jacob Bartholomew (Samantha), Lucas Burgmeier (Autumn), Michael Steffen and Samuel Steffen; his stepgrandchildren, Teresa Coons (Chad) and Jake Lammers (Amy); and his former wife Susan Steffen Ertl. He is also survived by 16 great-grandchildren and 11 step-great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and his.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Dubuque Veterans Freedom Center, Resurrection Catholic Church Dubuque, and Hospice of Dubuque.