Photo courtesy of DUNNIGAN-DIX FUNERAL HOME - CANDO
CANDO, North Dakota
Mar 28, 1964 – Jul 22, 2025
Ann M. Kleven, 61, of Cando, ND passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at the Altru Hospital in Grand Forks, ND. A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cando Lutheran Church in Cando, ND. with Pastor Bonnie Weaver officiating. Visitation will be for one hour prior to the service at the church.
Ann was born on March 28, 1964 in McVille, ND to Owen and Dorothy (Miller) Raaen. She graduated from McVille High School in 1982. In 1985 she was united in marriage to Jason D. Kleven in McVille, ND. In 1989 they moved to Cando, ND where she did daycare for local children. Later she started working at TCMC Daycare until 2025.
She is survived by her husband of thirty-nine years, Jason, daughter Allison (Schyler) of Devils Lake, ND, son Jordan (Majusta) of Cando, ND, son Jacob of Cando, three grandchildren, Keagan, Jase and Brooks, brother David Raaen of Mesa, AZ.
Ann was preceded in death by her parents, and one grandson Bryce Kleven.
Read MoreI’m sorry for your loss ,Ann was one of the nicciest person to me.
Maria Dix
July 31, 2025 | Cando, ND | Coworker
Jason and family, I was totally shocked to see the news of Ann's passing! Im so, so sorry for you all! Very sweet gal gone way to soon! Days ahead will be very hard, but keep the good memories going ! Time does heal, but one never forgets our loved ones! Hugs and love to you all! Peggy and Paul Sundquist
Peggy Sundquist
July 29, 2025 | Bismarck, ND | Friend
I'm still in shock. I have so many memories of Ann from Sunday School, playing barbies or rock em sock em robots to many good times and laughs as we became young adults. May your memories help ease your broken hearts. Rest in peace old friend.
Jacki Orvik
July 29, 2025 | Fargo, ND | Classmate
So sorry for your loss.
Mark Kiefat
July 28, 2025 | Cape Coral, FL | Friend
So sorry for you Jason and your family. You have my sympathy
wendell Peterson
July 28, 2025 | Aneta, ND | Friend
Ann there are not many memories of elementary and high school that don't include you. We always had so much fun and laughed all the time. You were a good friend. My sympathies to Jason and family and to David. Ann was a gem.
Lori Jacobson (Wonser)
July 28, 2025 | Friend
Ann, I can’t believe you are gone. I have such fond memories of us growing up together in McVille. You were a true friend. We shared great times playing dress up and giggling together. Bless your family. You will be missed.
Abby Johnson
July 27, 2025 | Alexandria, MN | Classmate
God bless you and your family Jason... May you all greive healthy and peacefully.
Joseph Lacey
July 25, 2025 | Rochester, MN | Friend
Still having a hard time believing what I just saw and read. I spoke to Diane Urvand and she was feeling the same way. I remember Ann Marie and David growing up next door and seeing them become adults, it was like seeing their parents, Owen & Dorothy. What a wonderful family and I feel for David. I miss all of you, very much, both in person and many great memories. Remember the wonderful friendship will last a life time. Bless you in every way. Love MaryJo
MaryJo Scully
July 24, 2025 | Minneapolis, MN | Friend