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Del was born April 25, 1938 in Mallard, Iowa, son of John Richard "J.R." and Margaret "Greta" (Cagaan) Johnson.
After Graduating from Mallard High School in 1956, Del served in the US Air Force. He was honorably discharged on October 12, 1961.
While attending the University of Iowa, he met Joyce Nielsen while singing in the University Old Golf Singers. They wed on June 19, 1965 in Harlan, Iowa.
Del worked in sales, both in insurance and real estate. He worked at Sheppley Realty and was co-owner of VIP Realty. He was a former member and President of the Dubuque Board of Realtors.
Del was also a past member of the board of the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra. He sang with the Dubuque Chorale for over 35 years with his wife, Joyce. They went on six international tours with the Chorale, and sang at St. Peter's Basilica and the Sydney Opera House.
Del was a long time member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church where he served as an elder for many years. In his retirement, he worked as an associate at Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce of Peosta; two sons, Mike (Jane) of Alexandria, Kentucky and Curt (fiancé Michelle) of Frederick, Maryland; six grandchildren, Kim (Chris), Kate, Olivia; and Sophia, Nick and Ava.
He is also survived by his sister in law, Janell and three nephews, Klint, Keven and Richard.
He was preceded in death by his brother, Karl.
Memorials may be made to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, the Dubuque Symphony Orchestra or the Dubuque Chorale.
The Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at MercyOne 4 west, Stonehill Care Center and Hospice of Dubuque for their wonderful care.
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General Bob Felderman
May 21, 2025
Prayers are offered for Del, and to his family and friends. The Felderman families have been friends of Del for five decades. He was partners with our dad, Jack, with VIP Realty in the 70s and early 80s. He played golf at Thunder Hills, and lived on the same block with uncle Tom and aunt Joan, and brother Bill and Wendi, at Thunder. He always had a cheerful disposition and his smile was contagious. Thanks to Del for all the good times and friends he left behind, and those who passed before him. We know they have a golf tee time already booked. Sending condolences from our parents Jack and Jan Felderman, as well from us Bob and Nancy Felderman.
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