Marlene Kay Klopp

Marlene Kay Klopp obituary, Iowa City, IA

Marlene Kay Klopp

Marlene Klopp Obituary

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Marlene Kay Klopp of Iowa City, formerly of LeMars, Iowa, passed away peacefully Friday, January 23, 2026 in the loving palliative care center at University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.

She is survived by her two children, A.J. Klopp (Jo) of Coralville, Iowa, and Heidi Nestor (Derek) of Tulsa, Oklahoma; four grandchildren, Alex and Katie Klopp, and Dawson and Davis Nestor; and two siblings, Don Park and Etta Park Dejager.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ted; and sister Joyce.

Marlene cherished her grandchildren in all of their endeavors and maintained close friends from LeMars. She was always quick to lend assistance to those in need. Marlene was known for her humor and quick wit which she exemplified to the end. She was known for her lifelong, mutual bond with furry friends, cats and dogs.

Per her request no services are planned. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Friends of the Animal Center or any local animal shelter.
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