Arlene L. Klatt Obituary (1933 - 2013)

Arlene L. Klatt, age 80, of Menomonie, WI passed away Sunday, August 25, 2013 at Mayo Clinic Health System – Eau Claire with her family by her side. The former Arlene Louise Miller was born April 10, 1933 in Dunn County, WI to LaVern and Ida (Edwards) Miller. She was raised in the Menomonie area and attended Menomonie Schools. On April 28, 1950, Arlene married Richard Klatt at Peace Lutheran Church in Menomonie. Together they farmed the family farm in the Town of Dunn. Arlene also worked various other jobs throughout her life including, Fabri Tech and McMillans. Arlene enjoyed playing cards, collecting eagles and dolls. She loved country music and enjoyed attending Country Jam, Country Fest and various fair events. But most of all she cherished spending time with her family. Arlene is survived by her husband of 63 years, Richard; her children, Allen (Ronna) Klatt, Dewey Klatt, Dale (Teresa) Klatt and Steven Klatt; grandchildren Cyndi (Jeff) Schauf, Tim (Angie) Klatt, Angela (Todd) Schultz, Amanda Klatt, Chelsalyn (Bridt) Smith; great-grandchildren, Austin and Brenden Schauf, Kora Buehling, Skyler and Devin Klatt, Torianna Birthman, Kade and Parker Schultz, Jayden Dale and Nicohl Dicks; a brother, Gerald (Naomi) Miller; sisters, Winnie (Wendelin) Wolf and Elaine Werner; sisters-in-law Rosie Klatt and Lorene Miller; also many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; as well as special friends, Violet Burton, LaMae Schroeder and Shirley Cook. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Lavern and David; and granddaughter, Alissa Klatt. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 29, 2013 at Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie with Pastor Dale Moe officiating. There will be visitation at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Iron Creek Cemetery in the Town of Spring Brook, Dunn Co. Wisconsin.