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Mary Klaers Obituary
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Mary was born on August 2, 1942, in Brainerd, MN to Lawrence and Ruth (Monasmith) Ericsson. She married Nicholas Klaers on October 15, 1962, in Holy Spirit Church, St. Cloud, MN. Mary loved the lake life on Gull Lake, Lake Bemidji, and Big Fish Lake fishing for sunnies, watching wildlife, and sunsets. She enjoyed singing, sewing, crafts, and winters in Arizona.
Mary loved all things musical; singing and performing, especially Sweet Adelines, Vista Voices, Chordial Aires, and watching American Idol and The Voice. She played the cello, string bass, piano, baritone, and a 5-gallon pale made into an instrument.
Mary is survived by her husband, Nicholas; children, Mark Klaers, Dana (Bryan) Lee, Karen (Dan) Peterson; sister, Anna (Tom) Fitzpatrick; grandchildren, Nicholas, Matthew, Jenna, Cole, and Sarah; great-grandchildren, Palmer, Landrie, Eloise, Kyson, Halston, and Josephine.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Robert Ericsson.
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Donna Odegaard
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My sweet Mary, we have sung up a storm all over the USA!!!!
Sweet Adelines International introduced us to each other, and we proceeded to make music and overtones endlessly. Great memories until we meet again in the heavenly chorus!
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Upcoming Events
Oct
30
Visitation
9:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Peace Lutheran Church
1000 Red River Ave. No., Cold Spring, MN 56320
Send FlowersOct
30
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Wenner Funeral Home - Cold SpringOnly 2 days left for delivery to next service.