Roy E. Klapprodt

Roy E. Klapprodt obituary, Sterling, IL

Roy E. Klapprodt

Roy Klapprodt Obituary

Published by McDonald Funeral Home, Inc. - Rock Falls on Dec. 6, 2019.
STERLING – Roy E. Klapprodt, age 74, died Friday, December 6, 2019 at CGH Medical Center in Sterling. Roy was born on September 13, 1945 in Dixon the son of Edward and Marion (Burket) Klapprodt. He married Joyce Razo on December 12, 1968 in Sterling. She died February 21, 2002. Roy was employed as an Engineer with Northwestern Steel and Wire in Sterling for over 30 years retiring in 2002. He served in the United States Army. He was a member of the Dixon American Legion Post 12, Dixon Elks Lodge #779, enjoyed fishing, golf, avid Chicago Bears fan and loved classic cars. Survivors include, one daughter, Nanette (Jerry) Shepard of Sterling; one son, Kyle (Christie) Klapprodt of DeKalb; two sisters, Cheryl (Mike) Nielson of Rock Falls and Shirley Wyess of Burns, Ore.; seven grandchildren; four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Duane Klapprodt. Visitation will be Saturday, December 14, 2019 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls. Funeral service will be held at noon with Pastor Dalmus Meeks officiating. Burial with military rites will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Sterling. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established to St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to www.mcdonaldfuneralhomes.com

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December 14, 2019

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December 13, 2019

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December 10, 2019

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Jeff Clark

December 14, 2019

The memories are endless. I have nothing but the greatest memories of Uncle Roy. Family first, calm, confident, quiet and caring. These characteristics are what I remember making all those memories.
My entire family was very fond of Uncle Roy. He was the cool guy everybody wanted to be. Family gatherings, family reunions, you just felt compelled to say hello. He would always engage in conversation. He cared about you.
As I grieve during this writing, I will celebrate some of the greatest times of my life. The RAZO family is strong and full of love. I am so proud to be a part of it. I would like to extend my condolences to my cousins Kyle and Nan. I look forward to the next time we see each other.
With Love and Respect,
Jeff and April Clark

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Pam Razo

December 10, 2019

I will truly miss Roy. I wish Nan and Kyle comfort that their Mom and Dad are together once again.

Kurt Clevenger

December 9, 2019

Roy was such a good person. My dad Loy Clevenger was friends with Roy all the way back to their high school days. Both worked together at shoe factory in Dixon IL and North western steel and wire in Sterling IL.. He would stop by with his Classic car. I remember one time he pulled up into my driveway and I felt like I was at cordova drag strip. That car was a beast.. Roy loved it and always had a smile talking about the old cars and old times.. I will miss him very much.. He's home now with Joyce. God bless and rest in peace Roy.

Dale Allen

December 8, 2019

I had the pleasure of meeting my best friend Mike Clark's Uncle Roy years ago while building Mike's house. Uncle Roy was the best man I ever met. Willing to help with anything. Funny as anything while doing it. He was just a wonderful person and I'm blessed to have known him. I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. God just took a great son home. R.I.P. Uncle Roy.

Anthony Romano

December 8, 2019

R.I.P. Pappy!!! Reunited with Joyce at last.

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December 14, 2019

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