Larry Allen Klimke
July 04, 1949 - March 11, 2019
Obituary
SUN PRAIRIE-Larry A. Klimke, age 69, of Sun Prairie, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2019, at UW Hospital and Clinics. He was born on July 4, 1949, in Madison, the son of Arden and Arvilla (Wagner) Klimke. Larry graduated from LaFollette High School in 1967. He married Nona Schmidt on Sept. 8, 1990, in Madison. Larry worked at Oscar Mayer for 40 years. He was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, hunting and fishing and liked watching the Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Badgers. During camping season Larry loved spending time around the camp fire and playing cards with friends. Larry especially loved spending time with his “little buddy” grandson Ryker. Ryker and his grandfather had a very special bond that will be truly missed. He also enjoyed his time that he got to spend with Payton and Bryden. Larry is survived by his wife, Nona; daughters, Chelsey (Kirk) Nordness, Andrea Klimke, Monica (Dwight Norton) Klimke, and Angela (Phill) Giovenco, grandchildren, Ryker and Bryden Nordness, and Payton Klimke; father, Arden Klimke; sister, Sharon (Tom) Lichtfeld; and nephews, Steve (Lindsay) Lichtfeld and Mike Lichtfeld. Larry is also survived by other family and many friends. He was preceded in death by mother, Arvilla; and brother, Terry Klimke. Private family services were held. The family wishes that any memorial contributions be mailed to The Family of Larry Klimke, C/O Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Care, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
608-221-5420
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Dave
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Larry was a great guy. Always so helpful to my Dad and step mom. We hunted together for over 40 years. Hunting won't be the same without him.
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Sharon Lichtfeld
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Will miss you dearly Big Bro ... Love Always "Sis"
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Jackie Hugo
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Oh Nona my heart goes out to you and your family. Hugs, prayers, more hugs and know we are here for you. Heart felt sympathies -- Jackie Hugo
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Michelle Wallace
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Dear Nona,
So very sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved Larry and your life with him. May all the memories and the love for him comfort you now and in the days to come.
Take Care,
Michelle Wallace
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Larry Meyers
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Nona I am so shocked to see the news of Larry's passing. I had no idea he was ill. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this heart breaking time. Larry was one of the most pleasant people I have met in my profession. We all have fond memories of you and Larry coming in to the store
and exchanging pleasantries. He will truly be missed.
Larry Meyers
Wisconsin RV World
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Connie Lamprech
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Nona, My deepest sympathy at the loss of your husband. May the wonderful memories you’ve over the years be a blessing to you during this sad time. XO