Ronald Anthony Klofta

Klofta, Ronald A.
Appleton

Ronald A. Klofta, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away at home on Wednesday, October 1, 2008 after a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer. He was born in Milwaukee on March 21, 1931, the son of the late Edward and Marian (Gabryszek) Klofta. On September 8, 1951, he married his wife of 57 years, Arlene Gazinski at St. Matthias Catholic Church in Milwaukee. Ron worked at Pat Ryan Ford prior to serving in the United States Air Force from 1951 to 1955 as an administrative supervisor. After the service, Ron worked at various companies as a purchasing agent. He played the trumpet, worked on cars, and brought much laughter to others with his quick wit. He enjoyed having a good time with everyone. Ron was a very humble man and could always be counted on through thick and thin.

Ron is survived by his loving wife, Arlene; children: Tom (Jackie) Klofta and Diane Ziemann; grandchildren: Jason and Erica Ziemann, Rita and Gus Klofta, and Matthew Klofta; daughter-in-law, Judy Klofta; former son-in-law, Michael Ziemann; brother-in-law, Edmund (Carol) Gazinski; sisters-in-law, Doris (Bill) Wielgus and Ann Gazinski; Richard's wife, Dorothy Sobczak; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Greg Klofta in 2004; his parents; sisters: Virginia (Ed) Jensen and Rita (Richard) Sobczak; and brother-in-law, Atty. Arnold Gazinski. He was the son-in-law to Edmund and Pearl (Bohn) Gazinski.

The funeral liturgy will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at ST. THOMAS MORE CATOLIC CHURCH, 1810 N. McDonald St., Appleton, with Fr. Gerald Falk officiating. Friends will be received at the church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. A military honors service will be directly after the mass.

The family extends a special thank you to Fr. Gerald Falk, Sr. Mary Rose, Sr. Betty, and Theda Care at Home, especially Paul H., Marilyn and Jan for their compassionate care.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund in Ron's name is being established.

Wichmann Funeral Home
537 North Superior Street
Appleton 739-1231