James Kluver

James Kluver

James Kluver Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 14 to Feb. 15, 2015.
JAMES "JIM" H. KLUVER, 76 ROCKFORD - James "Jim" H. Kluver, 76, of Rockford, passed away Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2015, in his home. Born May 1, 1938, in Raymond, MN, the son of Henry and Lena (DeGrote) Kluver. Married Rosemary Olson on May 21, 1960, in Northfield, WI. Employed by Rockford Products, retiring in 2000 after 35 years. He also was a dairy farmer for several years. Member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Jim enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, gardening and attending auctions. Survivors include his wife, Rosemary; daughters, Serena Stanford and Susan (Jeff) Wearsch; grandchildren, Dylan (Patty Borowiec) Patterson, Lucas Patterson, Hannah Rose (Jeremy Maronde) Wearsch, Myles Jeffrey Wearsch; great-grandchildren, Isabella and Myles Henry Maronde; sisters, Grace Strommen and Sally (Elmer) Benjaminson and Doris (Dean) Olson; brothers, Sam (Vera) Kluver, Marlow Kluver and Roger (Joan) Kluver. Many nieces, nephews and special friends. Predeceased by grandson, Jon Wells and seven brothers and sisters. Service at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 16, in Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4620 20th Street. Burial in New Milford Cemetery. Visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park. Visit delehantyfh.com.

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February 15, 2015

Rita posted to the memorial.

February 15, 2015

Kimberly Walter posted to the memorial.

February 15, 2015

Jenny Runyan posted to the memorial.

Rita

February 15, 2015

I'm sorry for your loss! I'll keep you and your family in my prayers as you go through this difficult time.

Kimberly Walter

February 15, 2015

Rosemary, our thoughts are with you & your family. Love, your neighbors, Brent, Kim, Kara. & Drew Walter

Jenny Runyan

February 15, 2015

Rosie and Family -
We are very sorry for the great loss of Jim. He was a great man and always had a smile on his face. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all

Deb Corder

February 14, 2015

Serena & Sue, So Sorry to hear of your dad's passing. He was truly a great man, I will always remember the Leaf river days that we spent together and the tents we had up in the back yard. He was a kind and gentle man who will be truly missed but not forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow. Will see you Sunday.

February 14, 2015

Sorry for your loss. I was in Jim's class at Donovan High School , graduating in 1958. He was an important member of the basketball team.

Bill Hinrichs, Rockford, IL

jesse and karan miles

February 14, 2015

Rosemary and family , We're so sorry for your loss . Such a shock to hear . We will remember jim as a helpful neighbor , plowing all of our driveways in the winter time and sharing his amazing vegetables from his amazing garden. He was such a sweet man . Our thoughts are with you all. Many Hugs

Linda / Curt Daniels

February 14, 2015

I was so sad to hear of Jims passing. Jim was a great man he loved his family so much ,Jim was there for any one that needed him, he would help any one no matter who you were if you needed help Jim was there, I know this world lost a great friend, father, grandfather and husband, but the heavens received a assume angel, and I know Jim will be with his family in sprit to watch over them now. Jim I will miss you and your big smiles, till we meet again R.I.P my friend.

Dick Dean

February 14, 2015

Rosemary and family, sorry for your loss. I worked with Jim in heat treat for 14 years and Jim is a friend and a good person.May our heavenly Father give you comfort at this difficult time.

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