John E. Combs's obituary , Passed away on July 19, 2025 in Dubuque, Iowa

John E. Combs

November 22, 1950 - July 19, 2025 (74 years old)

Dubuque, Iowa

John E. Combs's obituary , Passed away on July 19, 2025 in Dubuque, Iowa

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Hoffmann-Schneider Funeral Homes & Cremation Service

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John E. Combs

November 22, 1950 - July 19, 2025 (74 years old)

Dubuque, Iowa

John E. Combs Obituary

The memory of John E. Combs of Dubuque, Iowa, who passed away on July 19, 2025 at the age of 74, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John E. Combs to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, J. C. Combs and Irene Combs (Steinbach); his stepfather William Brown; and his brothers-in-law, Curt Petesch, Art Miller Jr. and Bob Miller.

He is survived by: his wife Nettie Combs; his son Jason Combs of Dubuque; his siblings, Janet Grass, Jolene Petesch, Julie Guglielmotto (Dennis) and Greg Combs; his siblings-in-law, Sally Miller, Jan Miller and Charlie Miller (Marie); and his brother Dennis Van Cleve. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and godchildren.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 24th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory (3860 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002). A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 25th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hoffmann-Schneider Funeral Homes & Cremation Service



Thu

July 24

Visitation

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory
3860 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002

Fri

July 25

Funeral service

10:00 AM

Hoffmann Schneider & Kitchen Funeral Home & Crematory
3860 Asbury Rd, Dubuque, IA 52002

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