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for Jerome Kleczka
Laura and Pete Gard
January 30, 2009
Dear Jeff,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tony Kathrens
January 26, 2009
Kleczka Family,
My sincerest sympathies on the loss of your dad. Him and I did some great work over at Wood National Cemetery. He was truly a genuine person who people trusted to help them and he delivered each and every time. You have a great deal to be proud of as a family and I can see his hand in the quality of indivduals his children have become!
Tom Livesey
January 20, 2009
Jay, Donna & Jeff,
I was shocked to read of your Dad's passing. I'm so very sorry. My grandpa and your dad were in the Lions Club together. When my grandpa passed away in 1980 he took very good care of my grandma and mom during the planning of his funeral. His mix of empathy and professionalism are traits that my grandma still talks about 28 years later. Again, I'm deeply sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Michelle Griffith
January 14, 2009
Dear Jeff and Kleczka Family,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Your family has been there during the most difficult of times for others and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time in your family.
Peace, Michelle Griffith (Mundt)
Larry and Maria Wiesner
January 14, 2009
To the Kleczka family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time of deep sorrow. May the loving memories of a loving father be a source of solace. We remember Jerry as a good neighbor, an active member of the community and a man of service to so many. Our prayers are with you.
Larry and Maria Wiesner
Steve Kunda
January 13, 2009
Dear Mrs. Kleczka, Debbie, Jay, Jeff and Donna...
I was very saddened to hear of Mr. Kleczka's passing. Ever since I was young, I fondly remember him as a very kind and gentle person and always with a smile.
He was such a good man and helped so many in our community for a very long time. I'm sure that he has already heard the welcome words, "Well done, my good and faithful servant. Enter now into the joy of thy Lord."
John DeGrace
January 11, 2009
To the entire Kleczka family, you have my deepest sympathy. I have nothing but kind memories of Jerry. Not only from all the years of the many church activities at St. Veronica's, but most important to me, for his kindness and caring in handling the funeral of my father, George A. DeGrace in 1995.
He was a man of great compassion, and he always seemed to have a smile on his face. He will be missed, and my prayers are with you.
Kate & Brian Molkentine (Hackbarth)
January 10, 2009
Kleczka Family-
Your family is fondly remembered for your loving support at our most personal times of need. You are being thought of now with love and will be in our continued prayers.
Larry Bremer
January 9, 2009
May God's presence and strenght support you all during the time and all time. Gail and I are in Mexico and not with you now but our prayers are with you and I will see you soon.
Jerry lived well and continues now to live with God and in all our memories. Take care.
Larry Bremer
George & Angie Winiarski
January 8, 2009
Dear Marianne, Debbie, Jay, Donna & Jeff,and the entire Kleczka Family...
We are so sorry to hear of your loss
and sorry we were not able to attend the funeral. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Wendy Adamczewski (Fritz)
January 8, 2009
Jeff and family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Your dad's longevity after his transplant gave my father more hope after his own transplant. He was proof that a lung transplant can last more than the typical 3-5 years and include quality rather than just existence.
Even though our dads didn't really know each other back when we were in grade school together, their "miracles" brought them to become friends a few years ago. I am thankful for your dad's inspiration on my dad.
Dr. Steve/Kathy (Plennes)Conrad
January 8, 2009
Jeff and Kleczka Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May peace and good memories lift your spirits in this time of sorrow.
Jean Zakrzewski
January 8, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss...
The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Jerry was a great man. Kind and understanding. He always had the right thing to say and do. He helped my family when my grandfathers passed the same year. He was very kind when my Aunt passed many years later at a sudden time. It was a most difficlut time for my whole family. A few years later Jerry was there for us again when my Grandmothers passed a few months apart from each again. Jerry was that kind smile when we needed it most. It was nice to have a friend to help you through. He was always there at any time just to answer ANY questions or for support. Have comfort in knowing he is at peace. Our deepest sympathies,
Jean (Shokatz) and Steve Zakrzewski
The Knudson Family
January 8, 2009
The Kleczka Family,
Our condolences to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you know that the caring and support that you have shown to our family is appreciated and we wish to send the same to you.
With deepest sympathy,
The Knudson Family
Linda Baral
January 8, 2009
To the entire Kleczka family
Our deepest sympthay at this difficult time. Your father was a kind and wonderful man as well as consumate professional and community servent. May your family heal within the good and positive memories. Gods peace be with you all.
Linda & Don Baral
kathy guss
January 7, 2009
The Kleczka Family My thoughts and prayers are w/you and your family in your time of sorrow. Kathy Guss
Jeff & Jen Bloom
January 7, 2009
Kleczka Family-
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lori Millen
January 7, 2009
Jay and the entire Kleczka family, please accept our condolences in the loss of your husband, father and friend. Jerry was one of a kind. I remember how he helped so much when my mother passed in 1985, I was only 15 and he took great steps to make sure that everything was just right and that especially I felt comfortable with things, again in 2004 when my father Jerry died, he again took every necessary step to help my family get through that terrible time, when I didn't know what to do as my dad's death was quite unexpected. He was also a good friend of my father's and remembered at that time the good times they had playing cribbage. Jerry also helped with numerous other family funerals over the past 25 years and we have always been greatful. Our family will keep you in our prayers. God Bless all of you. Jerry & Lori Millen & Family (formerly Lori Jacob)
Frank and Ginny Balistreri
January 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ginny Balistreri
January 7, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
GLORIA CZAPLEWSKI
January 7, 2009
I am very sorry to here about jerry.you all have my condoiences. he was a wonder man , when my son passed away. he was so caring . he has been there when my mom and dad my sisters and brother he well be missed. he well be in my prayers my heart goes out to all of you . sign Gloria Czaplewski
GLORIA CZAPLEWSKI
January 7, 2009
i am very sorry to here about jerry.yiu all have my condoiences. he was a wonder man , when my son passed away. he was so caring . he has been there when my mom and dad my sisters and brother he well be missed. he well be in my prayers my heart goes out to all of you . sign Gloria Czaplewski
Charles (Gary) Fritz
January 7, 2009
My deepest sympathies go out to the Kleczka Family.
I met Jerry in Therapy at St. Luke's and I was glad that I stopped in to visit him a few weeks ago.
Carol Pritzlaff Voss and the Pritzlaff and Voss families
January 7, 2009
Jay and Donna and the whole Kleczka family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a fixture in the community and he will be greatly missed. When my dad died, Jay helped our family a great deal. The apple didn't fall far from the tree. Our prayers are with you.
Dave & Julie Gard
January 7, 2009
Dear Jeff and family,
Dave and I are very saddened by the passing of your father. May your memories comfort you.
With Love,
Michelle Grau (Owsiany)
January 7, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to your family. I was one of those people who called in the middle of the night when I lost my father and didn't know what to do next. Your dad reassured me everything would be fine. I felt a calmness after speaking with your dad, something that I will never forget. Your dad and family are very special and we thank you for all the service you have given to us and many others. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Daniel Reszel
January 7, 2009
To the Kleczka Family:
My deepest and hearfelt sympathies on the death of Mr. Kleczka. Although I never met Jerome, Prasser/Kleczka served our family during the recent passing of my Mom with great compassion. I am sure this kind of care is among Mr. Kleczka's great legacies. Peace and healing.
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
January 7, 2009
You will be greatly missed by Father Michael, and the whole congregation at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Bay View. Please accept our deepest sympathy to the Kleczka family.
Mary (Dybul) Osse
January 7, 2009
Jeff and Jay:
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My deepest sympathy to you and your family during this sad time.
Sabrina Talavera
January 7, 2009
My deepest sympathies are with you and your family during this time of great loss. Your Dad was a great man.
A loyal bucks fan. I am truly blessed to have known a great man. He will be truly missed. I will miss his face in the stands of the Bradley Center, Milwaukee Bucks home games.
A man I will always remember as always having a warm welcoming smile on his face.
Sincerely,
Sabrina Talavera
Milwaukee Bucks
August & June Stellberg
January 7, 2009
Marianne and family, It was a shock to hear of Jerry's passing. Through all the years of church activities and his caring for the funeral of our son, Dale, we have nothing but the kindest memories. Our prayers are with you. August and June Stellberg, Beloit, WI
LARRY, PHILOMINE, PETER, PAULA MCQUOWN,CHYCINSKI
January 7, 2009
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. PLEASE ACCEPT OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. HE WAS A MAN OF GREAT HEART,AND COMPASSION.
Julie & Glen Taylor
January 7, 2009
Jay, Jeff & Family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy. Your Dad was such a wonderful man and was beloved and highly regarded by so many.
My mom, Dar Roark, has been fighting her own fight for slightly longer than Jerry battled his. I know that she and Jerry shared a mutual respect for one another and she asked me to send her sympathy as well.
My husband, Glen, has many fond memories of Jerry from the days when Glen tended bar at DeMarinis.
I also will remember Jerry fondly in the experiences that I had with him in my job at St. Augustine Parish. He's been such a help and comfort not only to my family, but to so many of our parishioners.
Jerry was the top in his profession, but more importantly he will be remembered as a genuine, caring and compassionate man.
While a great loss to his family and his community, we are grateful that his pain has ended and we know that he is enjoying his just reward with our Heavenly Father.
Mark and Erica Szmidt
January 6, 2009
To the entire Kleczka Family, my sympathy for the passing of Jerome. A man I remember as always having a smile on his face.
Rev. A. Dale Stohre
January 6, 2009
On behalf of your friends at Christ Church in Bay View, and myself, I extend our sympathy, our prayers, and our gratitude for the many years that Jerry, his family, and staff served so many of our church family at their times of need. God's best to each one of you.
Michael Koszuta
January 6, 2009
To all my friends at The Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Home...
Jerry was a true leader and professional in the industry. His mentoring of dedicated staff will always be present and remembered.
Gary Wortz
January 6, 2009
To the Kleczka family,
My heart felt prayers at this very difficult time. I hope it will be of some solace to know that I honestly felt Jerry was one of the nicest and sincerest people I have ever know. The community has truly lost a very, very good man.
Gary Wortz
Bob Nennig
January 6, 2009
Donna and Kleczka Family,
My deepest sympathies are with you and all of your family during this time of great loss. Your Dad was a good man and a pillar of the community of Bay View. He will be truly missed.
Sincerely,
Pastor Amy Becker, Unity Lutheran Church
January 6, 2009
Dear Kleczka's
We at Unity are saddened to hear about Jerry's death. He has kindly and faithfully guided so many from Unity as they have mourned loved ones. He will be missed.
When I first came to Unity he welcomed me graciously. During one the first funerals, as we traveled from the funeral home to the cemetery, he gave me a great history lesson of Bay View.
We at Unity will pray for you all as you mourn. We pray that you will be comforted by the promise of everlasting life in God.
In peace,
Randy Borgwardt
January 6, 2009
Dear Marianne & family: The Borgwardt family has had many wonderful memories of Jerry beginning with his apprenticing at our National ave. funeral home.
We are appreciative of the support he gave my dad and myself as we went through the officer chairs. We cannot forget the great times we had at conventions, Christmas parties and golf outings. It was a great journey and we are blest that God put him in our path. With sympathy & Love. Randy & Barbara
Cindy Hafemann
January 6, 2009
Jerry will always have a special place in the hearts of the Posanski & Hafemann Family. His kindness, warm smile and support during our most difficult times will always be remembered. He is pain free now and will always be watching over his loving family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May he rest in peace. God Bless,
Bob and Arlene Apps
January 6, 2009
Dear Marianne and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your loss. All of you have done so much for so many families in their time of need and it has always been gratefully appreciated.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest sympathy,
Bob and Arlene Apps
Brian Biernat
January 6, 2009
Dear Donna and Kleczka Family,
We are very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and prayers.
Brian F. Biernat Family
Bob and Michele Yoder
January 6, 2009
Kleczka Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Mr. Kleczka was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Duane Kobs
January 6, 2009
My deepest sympathy. Jerry helped us out with a number of our familys funerals. I spent 8yrs in the Air Force National Guard with Jerry. He was a great guy.
Catherine McLees (Smith)
January 6, 2009
The Kleczka Family:
You are all in my prayers. May time heal the sadness and may your memories keep you smiling.
Ellen and Kenneth Conta
January 6, 2009
Dear Mrs. Kleczka and Family,
We are very sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Kleczka. He helped us through the funerals of three family members with such compassion, comfort and kindness. He went out of his way to help another relative make pre-planning funeral arrangements and conducted the funeral of another relative of ours when he had his own health problems and we did not know about his transplant at that time. Later we had Jeff take care of another loved ones funeral and our parents. We have the upmost respect and greatfulness to him and for the family funeral business he headed. You and all of the Kleczka family are in our hearts and prayers and may such a good man now rest in peace in the arms of our Lord Jesus.
With Our Sincere Sympathy,
Ellen and Kenneth Conta
Tim & Jacque Galaszewski
January 5, 2009
The Kleczka Family:
We are sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Renee Meloy (bacon)
January 5, 2009
Donna and Kleczka family, so sorry for your loss, I remember your dad coming through my line while working at Sentry foods on Howell ave. always with a smile.
Thad and Rosalie Makowski
January 5, 2009
Dear Marianne and Family. Our sincere sympathy to you for the loss of a man that greeted everyone with a smile. Love to you all.
Angela (Lerch) and David Fields
January 5, 2009
Jay and Jeff,
We are sorry for your loss. I have had very many deaths in my family and your dad along with you both have been a huge help. My husband and I are thinking of you and you will be in our prayers. May God be with you in this difficult time. If we can be of any help please let us know.
Jean Molitor
January 5, 2009
Dear Marianne and Family,
My prayers are with you in your loss and during the days and weeks that pass, and as you return to life's routine. It is always difficult to continue on, but you have a wonderful support system in the community. May you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Gregory Thiele
January 5, 2009
I was sorry to learn that Jerome had passed away. He was so helpful when my wife passed away 2 years ago and helped me and my family through a very difficult time. He was a very caring man. Your family are in my prayers.
John Jankowski
January 5, 2009
Debbie, Dan and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May god bless you and give you strength in this difficult time.
Chuck Flagge
January 5, 2009
The Kleczka Family:
Sorry to hear about your loss--we shared many good times at Don Bosco, Class of '55.
I know he will be missed.
Chuck Flagge, Bullhead City, Az.
Denise and Kreg Blakney
January 5, 2009
Jay and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family as you struggle to cope with this great loss. Time, prayer, and recalling fond memories help to make this difficult time just a bit easier.
Patty Beyer Robinson & Family
January 5, 2009
Dear Mrs. Kleczka & family:
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your husband, dad and grandpa. No matter what the age or circumstance, it is always difficult to say that final goodbye.
Our father passed away in 1977 at age 54. It was such a terrible loss. Jerry helped our family with the funeral, extending genuine comfort and guidance. Our mom was a devastated widow who was blessed by Jerry's help.
Eight short years later our mom passed away and once again Jerry and his staff helped us through. There have been many other deaths of family members, neighbors and friends that were eased by the expertise & compassion of Jerry and his staff.
He has been a mainstay of comfort to many, many people over the years and exemplified the best in his profession. We are forever grateful.
And now it is your family that must bid goodbye to someone so loved and admired. Our hearts ache for and with you. May all the godly gifts Jerry bestowed through dedicated service be returned to you at this time one hundredfold.
Cling to the Truth of God's word: "Love IS Stronger Than Death." May God's capable arms hold you close to His heart, right where Jerry rests now in perfect peace.
Ray & Judy Kunda
January 5, 2009
Dear Marianne, Debbie, Jay, Donna, Jeff and Your Entire Family,
We are so terribly sorry Jerry lost his
very courageous battle, and we so deeply feel your loss.
We've been friends for over thirty years...shared many good times... dinners, cruises and what a pleasure it was to be in his company.
Jerry had style and grace and he knew how to treat people graciously and repectfully...he was always upbeat and smiling. Most of all, Jerry was a great husband, father and our very good friend.
We know he is at peace now, and that is our only consolation.
We will keep you all deeply in our thoughts and prayers and wish we weren't so far away.
Love always,
Judy & Ray Kunda
Dan & Melissa Richlen
January 5, 2009
Mrs. Kleczka, Debbie, Jay, Donna, Jeff and Family:
Our deepest sympathy is with all of you during this time of great loss. It was a true honor to know him and to know the amazing impact he had on his family, friends, and the community.
He will truly be missed by all. Our prayers for strength during this incredibly difficult time are with you.
Sincerely,
Terrence Shore
January 5, 2009
A truely wonderful, old friend. Many memories from my childhood have "Mr. Kleczka" in it. I think Glen and I gave him many of his first grey hairs. He will be greatly missed.
Dan & Sara Werra
January 5, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to Aunt Mari, Debbie, Jay, Donna, & Jeff. Our heart goes out to you. We understand the loss of your dad. We won't be able to be at the funeral but our hearts are with you.
William Tefs
January 5, 2009
Dear Marianne & Family,
Joan & I are so very sorry to hear about Jerome. You have our deepest sympathy.
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