Joseph F. “Joe” Kieffer, 61, of Galena, IL, passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2026. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, May 3, 2026, from 1 to 4 PM at the Galena Golf Club. The Furlong Funeral Chapel in Galena is assisting the family. He was born February 7, 1965, in Galena, the son of Patrick and Phyllis (Houy) Kieffer. Joe graduated from Galena High School in 1984. He was employed at the John Deere Dubuque Works. He married Connie Britt on October 25, 2002. Joe loved to play golf and was a member of the Galena Golf Club. He is survived by his wife, Connie, of Galena; his mother, Phyllis Zuehlke, of Galena; siblings, Jim (Julie) Kieffer of Nevada, IA, John (Rose) Kieffer of Virginia Beach, VA, Diane (Jon) Gockel of Dubuque, IA, and Donna (Todd) Calvert of Galena; mother-in-law, Bernice Britt; brother-in-law, Butch (Tina) Britt of New Hampton, IA; and his many nieces and nephews. Joe was preceded in death by his father, his father-in-law, Tom Britt, and a nephew, Jordan Kieffer.
Joseph “Joe” Kieffer
Sending love and prayers to the family. I have wonderful memories of Joe and may great laughs. We are thinking of you and sending thoughts and prayers. RIP Joe!
To Phyllis and all of the Kieffer families, so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. You are in my prayers.
Connie. It breaks my heart that you lost someone so special to you. I will keep you in my thought and prayers and send big hugs and love to you.
Pat Barnett
My deepest sympathy to members of Joseph’s family.
We are so very sorry for the family’s loss. We will keep you all in our prayers. 🙏
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends at this very sad time. He is at peace and without pain now.
To Phyllis and all her family I extend my heartfelt condolences. I was so sorry to learn of Joe’s passing.
My deepest sympathy to you Phyllis and all of your family.
Phyllis, so sorry for your loss and the whole family. My prayers are with you.
Thinking of you and your family at this time!. Sending positive energy, hugs, and prayers!
So sorry to hear about Joe’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Phyllis and her family.