Mary Jane “Janie” Klapper passed away on September 6, 2014, peacefully in her home. She was born on February 19, 1933, in Appleton, WI where she remained a lifelong resident. She married Donald Klapper on June 16, 1951, and enjoyed many happy years together until his passing in 1996. Together they raised four children. She…
Continue ReadingMary Jane “Janie” Klapper passed away on September 6, 2014, peacefully in her home. She was born on February 19, 1933, in Appleton, WI where she remained a lifelong resident. She married Donald Klapper on June 16, 1951, and enjoyed many happy years together until his passing in 1996. Together they raised four children. She was a generous and loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Janie enjoyed spending time with friends and sharing her humor with others. She liked the excitement of participating in the Powder Puff Derbies at Apple Creek Speedway. She was an avid league bowler. She also loved going up to their cabin in Pickerel to snowmobile, play cards, and spend time at the lake together with family and friends. She traveled with friends to Nashville and went on many casino bus trips. She also looked forward to her weekly card games with her friends at Brandy's and the Camelot.
She is survived by two sons: Randy (Jill) Klapper of Kewaskum, Wisconsin and Rick Klapper of Pickerel, Wisconsin; and son-in-law, Tom Ermers. She is further survived by one sister, Patricia Sturm of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Klapper; her parents, Hugo and Cecilia Sturm; her daughter, Cindy (Ermers); a son, James Klapper; her brothers, Harold, Leonard, and Donald Sturm; and her sister, Lucella “Lu” Sturm.
Janie will be missed greatly by her children, family, and friends, but she is now at peace with her husband and two of her children.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 14, 2014, at the WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME, 537 N. Superior Street, Appleton. A time of visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service.
Janie's family would like to extend their sincere thanks to her neighbors, especially Sheila, and Joanne with Hospice Advantage, for their care and support during this time of need.
Judy Hageman
left a message on September 15, 2014:
I am so very sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral yesterday and be with my Aunt Janie's family and friends. My heart goes out to Rick and Randy and Family and those others that loved her so. Kathy Buechel was also unable to attend yesterday and would like me pass along her thoughts to all. Take good care and please contact me if you need to talk. Judy Hageman
Judy Hageman
left a message on September 15, 2014:
I am so very sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral yesterday and be with my Aunt Janie's family and friends. My heart goes out to Rick and Randy and Family and those others that loved her so. Kathy Buechel was also unable to attend yesterday and would like me pass along her thoughts to all. Take good care and please contact me if you need to talk. Judy Hageman
Janet
left a message on September 14, 2014:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a fine lady. She always attended special occasions and that is how I know her. I am Marv Derga sister and my sympathy goes out to you and family. May Janie rest in peace and join . her loved ones in heaven Janet Wisneski and Tom
Janet
left a message on September 14, 2014:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a fine lady. She always attended special occasions and that is how I know her. I am Marv Derga sister and my sympathy goes out to you and family. May Janie rest in peace and join . her loved ones in heaven Janet Wisneski and Tom
thatonegurl
left a message on September 13, 2014:
To Janie Klapper!! I envy how absolutely happy, your life was all the way to the end!! No one has to wonder because it showed through so beautifully!! And now, as you RIP & party with the other's, tell me please??!! Is there beer in Heaven!?!?!?! : )
Cheers to you Janie Klapper!! I'll be In Celebration of a long, wonderful and blessed life!! Peace, love & Happiness! Huggs to the family!!
"That one gurl"
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
thatonegurl
left a message on September 13, 2014:
To Janie Klapper!! I envy how absolutely happy, your life was all the way to the end!! No one has to wonder because it showed through so beautifully!! And now, as you RIP & party with the other's, tell me please??!! Is there beer in Heaven!?!?!?! : )
Cheers to you Janie Klapper!! I'll be In Celebration of a long, wonderful and blessed life!! Peace, love & Happiness! Huggs to the family!!
"That one gurl"
jamie derga
left a message on September 13, 2014:
Some people take the role of godmother lightly. You didn't. You were there for each birthday, holidays , confirmation, Graduation... thanks Jamie
jamie derga
left a message on September 13, 2014:
Some people take the role of godmother lightly. You didn't. You were there for each birthday, holidays , confirmation, Graduation... thanks Jamie
D. Oliver
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Janie, you had a heart of gold, That wink of your eye that said so much. I miss you dear friend!
D. Oliver
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Janie, you had a heart of gold, That wink of your eye that said so much. I miss you dear friend!
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Judy Hageman
left a message on September 15, 2014:
I am so very sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral yesterday and be with my Aunt Janie's family and friends. My heart goes out to Rick and Randy and Family and those others that loved her so. Kathy Buechel was also unable to attend yesterday and would like me pass along her thoughts to all. Take good care and please contact me if you need to talk. Judy Hageman
Judy Hageman
left a message on September 15, 2014:
I am so very sorry that I was unable to attend the funeral yesterday and be with my Aunt Janie's family and friends. My heart goes out to Rick and Randy and Family and those others that loved her so. Kathy Buechel was also unable to attend yesterday and would like me pass along her thoughts to all. Take good care and please contact me if you need to talk. Judy Hageman
Janet
left a message on September 14, 2014:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a fine lady. She always attended special occasions and that is how I know her. I am Marv Derga sister and my sympathy goes out to you and family. May Janie rest in peace and join . her loved ones in heaven Janet Wisneski and Tom
Janet
left a message on September 14, 2014:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was a fine lady. She always attended special occasions and that is how I know her. I am Marv Derga sister and my sympathy goes out to you and family. May Janie rest in peace and join . her loved ones in heaven Janet Wisneski and Tom
thatonegurl
left a message on September 13, 2014:
To Janie Klapper!! I envy how absolutely happy, your life was all the way to the end!! No one has to wonder because it showed through so beautifully!! And now, as you RIP & party with the other's, tell me please??!! Is there beer in Heaven!?!?!?! : )
Cheers to you Janie Klapper!! I'll be In Celebration of a long, wonderful and blessed life!! Peace, love & Happiness! Huggs to the family!!
"That one gurl"
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
thatonegurl
left a message on September 13, 2014:
To Janie Klapper!! I envy how absolutely happy, your life was all the way to the end!! No one has to wonder because it showed through so beautifully!! And now, as you RIP & party with the other's, tell me please??!! Is there beer in Heaven!?!?!?! : )
Cheers to you Janie Klapper!! I'll be In Celebration of a long, wonderful and blessed life!! Peace, love & Happiness! Huggs to the family!!
"That one gurl"
jamie derga
left a message on September 13, 2014:
Some people take the role of godmother lightly. You didn't. You were there for each birthday, holidays , confirmation, Graduation... thanks Jamie
jamie derga
left a message on September 13, 2014:
Some people take the role of godmother lightly. You didn't. You were there for each birthday, holidays , confirmation, Graduation... thanks Jamie
D. Oliver
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Janie, you had a heart of gold, That wink of your eye that said so much. I miss you dear friend!
D. Oliver
left a message on September 8, 2014:
Janie, you had a heart of gold, That wink of your eye that said so much. I miss you dear friend!
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