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Carl Kleppe Obituary
Carl Arlo Kleppe, Jr
July 31, 1976-October 23, 2020
MECHANICSVILLE-Carl Arlo Kleppe, Jr, age 44, of Mechanicsville, Iowa, formerly of Wilton, Iowa passed away suddenly on Friday, October 23, 2020 at UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital, Cedar Rapids. A visitation will be held from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m., Friday, October 30, 2020 at Bentley Funeral Home, Wilton. Masks are required. A private family graveside service will be held in Lisbon Cemetery in Lisbon, IA. A memorial fund has been established. Condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com.
Carl was born in Muscatine, Iowa on July 31, 1976, the son of Carl "Arlo" and Marilyn (Scharff) Kleppe, Sr. He attended Wilton High School, graduating with the Class of 1994.
After graduation, Carl worked as a bricklayer and later for his dad, Arlo, as a Heavy Equipment Operator with Triple C Construction. He also worked construction and was Owner/Operator of Kleppe Companies and Blue Grass Automotive. Most recently, Carl was a Real Estate Agent for First Choice Real Estate. Carl loved talking politics and helped campaign for Senator Ted Cruz. Carl enjoyed the outdoors, especially farming with his two little helpers right by his side. Most of all, Carl loved helping others and cherished his family.
He will be dearly missed by his wife, Krissy; four children, Christian, Carli, King, and Prince; his parents, Arlo and Marilyn Kleppe of Moscow; one brother, Chris (Danah) Kleppe of Wilton; and his in-laws, Charles (Patricia) Terry of Brandon, Mississippi.
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Denise Harmsen
November 30, 2020
My sympathy
Mark Barden
November 2, 2020
Sorry for your loss Arlo and Mariyln.
Gary & Jenny Paper
October 31, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. You raised an amazing son; he was incredibly hard working, he loved his family, had an awesome sense of humor and lived every day to its very fullest. His contagious smile lit up every room, his ornery personality made everyone laugh. He did in 44 years what most don't accomplish in a lifetime. What an awesome tribute to him at his visitation. He impacted so many lives and his children will continue to live on thru him. Keeping all of you in our thoughts & prayers.
October 31, 2020
Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss. Unthinkable to lose a child. My prayers are with you.
Cindy Davidson Christiansen
Tom and Faith Terry
October 30, 2020
Krissy, King, and Prince... Our love, prayers, thoughts and hearts are with you as you go through this. Carl sounded like he was a wonderful husband, daddy, and friend to all. Your family is beautiful. We love you. May the love of family and friends give you comfort... may the love of God give you peace. Love, Aunt Faith and Uncle Tom
Charlie and Jan Drumm
October 30, 2020
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of Carl Jr.
Don Pauken
October 30, 2020
Arlo, Marilyn, you have my sincerest sympathy for the loss of your son
Carl. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. This must be an extremely difficult time for you. So sorry.
Tom and Teri Moeller
October 30, 2020
Arlo, Marilyn and wife, Krissy; four children, Christian, Carli, King, and Prince you have our deepest sympathies. Carl always would say hi to us with a smile, which we will miss. Carl went to Zion Lutheran in Wilton with our children who are also saddened by this. God be with you all during this time especially.
Jessica Hake
October 30, 2020
Just still can't believe that your gone. Always loved your smile and bear hugs. Such a huge heart, truly will miss you.
Eric Leirmoe
October 29, 2020
I have no idea what to say. A world without Carl just isn’t imaginable. Krissy; Belle and I send out love and prayers for you and the boys and know we will forever be here for you.
Trisha Latimer
October 29, 2020
I remember Carl from high school! He had all the qualities of a great guy! I’m so sorry for your loss.
Edward & Karen Kleppe
October 29, 2020
You were like another son to us. We already miss the daily early morning phone calls, emails and videos regarding, "THE FARM", family and politics. We love how you loved Krissy and the sweet munchkins. What you taught the boys will last their lifetime. Krissy will forever benefit from the love you showed her. As usual we will always be here for Krissy and the boys. We guess that good farmers are needed in Heaven too.
Judy (Van Den Berghe) Stecher
October 29, 2020
So sorry for your loss Way too young Thoughts & prayers
DOUG HALEY
October 29, 2020
KRISSY AND FAMILY , CARL WAS A THAT PERSON THAT JUST MADE YOU SMILE AND LIT UP THE ROOM. GREAT FRIEND AND GREAT CUSTOMER. I HOPE HE IS WITH JESUS IN HEAVEN NOW THAT I MAY SEE HIM AGAIN.
Dave Lane
October 28, 2020
Arlo, Sorry to hear about the loss of your son. We no longer live in Muscatine but want to offer our condolences to you and your family. Sending our prayers and thoughts to you and your family.
Joanne (Coussens) Rumpza
October 28, 2020
Arlo and family, my deepest sympathies go out to you all. Such a tragedy to die so young. I was a classmate of Arlo’s and from the things I have read here he sounds very much like I remember his dad. Prayers for you all.
KoryAnne Shepherd
October 28, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Carl was always willing to help when I needed him and was a great cousin, man, and father.
I know he love full heartedly and always had that beaming smile to make any situation better.
Wilma Jarrett
October 27, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Wilma Jarrett
October 27, 2020
My heart is in shock prayers going on to the family we going to miss u god got another special angle fry high my friend
Tim and Teresa Brown
October 27, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Rick Steffens
October 27, 2020
So sorry to hear of Carl's passing. I knew Arlo somewhat when I was a kid & he used to visit Adam & Nora Thurston, my neighbors. My sincere condolences.
Brad and Leanne Pasvogel
October 27, 2020
We will never forget the fond memories of Carl. He was one of the funniest people to be around. He was able to effortlessly make everyone else have a good time. We will miss you!
Deepest sympathy on your loss.
Barb Wood
October 27, 2020
To all of Carl's families,
Arlo and Marilyn my heart goes out to you at the sudden the loss of your son.
Chris and family loosing a brother is also very heartbreaking.
Krissy also loosing a husband is a very trying time also.
I have been through all of these deaths and there is no words anyone
can say and nothing they can do to take the pain away.
My deepest sympathy to all
Barb Wood
Kathy Daniels
October 27, 2020
There is not another person in the world like Carl. He had a joke and a smile for everyone he met. I read these other words from so many people. Carl, I hope you knew in life as you know now what you meant to so many! Who will I share my candy canes with now. Sincere and deepest sympathies to his entire family. May you take comfort in the words of so many who loved him.
Yvonne "Mickey" Coussens-Lueders
October 27, 2020
Carl, always greeted you with a warm heart. Will be dearly missed by those he knew. Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Denise Dykstra
October 27, 2020
Carl was my classmate. I remember him as being ornery, kind, blunt, good-hearted,
always goofing around, but also hard working. My heart goes out to all close to him. Continued prayers for Krissy and his children.
Teri Kleppe Carlson
October 26, 2020
God must’ve needed You more than this world!. Words cannot express the loss. RIP Carl
Rebecca Rohwedder
October 26, 2020
Still unsure on what to even say, but you are going to be missed dearly!
You were always smiling and happy and every time I saw you, you would give out the biggest best hugs ever! My thoughts and prayers go out to Kriss and the kids
Rebecca Ernst
October 26, 2020
To the family of Carl. I am so sorry for your loss! My sincerest sympathies. Becky Ernst
John and Tracy Martz
October 26, 2020
Our hearts have been heavy since we heard of Carl’s passing! He was such a great guy with an amazing personality! We hope his family and friends our able to find comfort in their happy memories of Carl. Rest In Peace, Carl
Joan Kruse
October 26, 2020
I was so saddened to hear the news. I talked with Carl a year ago about a house for sale & we caught up a bit about Wilton HS where he attended a year ahead of our son. All I can say is be strong in whatever comfort you find with your family & friends.
Bryan Snyder
October 26, 2020
My prayers go out to Krissy and the kids. Carl was a friend like no other. He will be greatly missed, thought of often and never forgotten.
God bless! See you again my friend.
Stacy VanDenBerghe
October 26, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss he was such a great man to talk to and to listen to prayers to you all
Melinda Haley
October 26, 2020
I knew Carl in High School. Many years have passed since we talked. My prayers to his family.
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