Geraldine Kleymann

Geraldine Kleymann

Norwalk - Our beloved mother Geraldine (Jerrie) Kleymann, 86, passed lovingly into the open arms of Jesus and her husband John on October 29, 2019 in Urbandale, IA.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, November 1, 2019 at Overton Funeral Home in Indianola, IA, where family will meet with family and friends from 1 to 2 p.m., prior to the service. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Churchville, IA.

Jerrie was born February 9, 1933 in Des Moines, IA to Ward and Marybelle (Smith) Hakes. She graduated from Norwalk High School and was united in marriage to John Kleymann on September 22, 1951. John and Jerrie were married for 65 years. She was dedicated to raising her seven children and enjoyed working at a wide variety of jobs, first and foremost she was a great mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Secondarily, she worked at Younkers, Des Moines Osteopathic and R.J. Dickinson Brokerage House. She also enjoyed working as a floral designer after the children were raised. John and Jerrie enjoyed traveling, especially their winter get away in South Texas for over 26 years. Most important to her were her family and she was very proud of all of them! She passed down a strong work ethic to her children and always made time for FUN with her amazing wit and sense of humor!

Jerrie was preceded in death by her parents, Ward and Marybelle Hakes; husband, John; sisters, Peg Tisdale, Jean Tiernan; and brother, Dick Hakes.

Survivors include her brother, Jack Hakes; children, Connie Lull (Tom), Cathi Spick (Joe), Carmen Hulbert (Roger), John Kleymann, Jannette Ostrander, Jeff Kleymann (Jackie), and Cynthia Kleymann; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and her special grand dog, Zoey.

Memorials may be given to Norwalk High School Music Department or to family for memorial of choice. To view a complete obituary or sign an online condolence, visit our website at www.overtonfunerals.com.