Gerard Klinzing

A great guy who always made me feel welcome whenever I was over at the home in my youth. A fine family that I give both my regards and condolences to in this rough time. Remember, he is in a better place... Don N.

Joan and I would frequently cross paths with Elly and Jerry, both here in Madison and up north, when we both had cottages there.. More recently, Jerry and I would get together for coffee, and I would listen to him reminisce. He would talk about the round table dinners at the old Colonial Inn, hunting, New Year's day snowmobile rides, and old friends. Most of all, though, he talked about his family. He loved Elly and the "boys" and was devoted to them. He was also devoted to his God. These two things just have to be the measure to a good man. I will miss him. Ken Norton

Klinzing family, especially John & Joe from our days with Monona Optimist Club, My sympathy to all of you at the passing of your father, husband and grandfather. A fathers greatest joy is his children. Knowing John & Joe and seeing how committed they are to family and community I'm sure Jerry was extremely proud. You must have learned valuable lessons from him. Please celebrate the life of this persons great influence in your lives as you work through the sadness and grief of losing a parent. Tim McNurlen

Dear Family~~~ I have been blessed to have met Jerry & Elly... In Michigan...Via...Their son David...A gem... Jerry was a wonderful...Husband...Dad...Grandpa...Friend... I have memories of him bringing...cheese...bread...etc... To... David...Todd...Patrick...in Michigan... We also had a wonderful time...going to Meijer Gardens at Christmas time... With our families... Jerry & my husband...Bob...who has passed on...always... Enjoyed their conversations...together... Not long ago ... Jerry...Elly...the Guys...& ...Myself... Had a lovely lunch & conversation... here in Mich. Jerry..."May Eagles Wings"... carry you home... To your resting place... Blessing's...Luv...Hug's...Precious Family... Cathy Theisen~~~

Elly and "boys", I was saddened to read Jerry's obituary in the Fond du Lac paper today. Thoughts and prayers to out to you all. Such a wonderful man with such a wonderful family. I lived across the street on Woodland and played with you three oldest ones almost daily. Your mom and dad did an outstanding job raising you. Be very proud of the job they did....Barb Ankeney Blau, 100 Lennora Crescent, Fond du Lac.