Edward J Schlueter Jr.

Edward J. "Cowboy" Schlueter, Jr., 73, of Machesney Park entered into eternal rest Sunday, October 9, 2016, in Rockford Memorial Hospital. Born May 4, 1943, in Elkader, Iowa, the son of Edward and Marie (Kafer) Schlueter, Sr. Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army. Married Patricia Ottaway on October 15, 1988, in Dubuque, Iowa. Employed by Rockford Clutch for 32 years. Member of St. Bridget Catholic Church and America Legion. Avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. He enjoyed farming activities and woodworking. Survivors include his wife, Patricia; sons, Edward "Sonny" (Bobbie) Schlueter, III., of Machesney Park and Brian (Nancy) Schlueter of Dyersville, Iowa; daughters, Sheila (Ted) Owens and Sherry Roach, both of Rockford and Sue (Ron) Maiers of Holy Cross, Iowa; grandchildren, Amy (Chris) Pettit and Lauren (Jason) Wallace, both of Tennessee, Theodore Owens #2 of Rockford, Meagan (Andy) Bishop of Kentucky, E.J. (Meagan) Schlueter, IV, of Indiana, Stephanie Owens of Rockford, Austin Schlueter of Loves Park, Nikki Maiers, Josh Maiers, Damon (Erica) Maiers, Brooke (Greg) Wulfekuhle, Craig Schlueter and Kristen Schlueter, all of Iowa; great-grandchildren, Alyson, Shelbi, Lane, Jaxon, ClaraBelle, Jake, Sara Beth, Boone, Lucas, Hudson and Jack; brothers, Larry, Robert, Kenny (Polly) and Joe Schlueter; sister, Mary (Steve) Morarend; numerous nieces and nephews; and loving four legged family member, Benny. Predeceased by his parents; first wife, Darlene; son, Roger Dale; daughter, Sara Mangrum; sister Dorothy, two brothers in infancy; and beloved four legged family members, Max, Beemer and Willie. Service Information Visitation Saturday October 15, 2016 9:00 AM to 9:55 AM St. Mary's Catholic Church 520 S 2nd St Guttenberg, IA 52052 Funeral Service Saturday October 15, 2016 10:00 AM St. Mary's Catholic Church 520 S 2nd St Guttenberg, IA 52052 Reception immediately following service. St. Mary's Catholic Church 520 S 2nd St Guttenberg, IA 52052