Dorothy J. Klipstein, 101, of Elroy, Wis., passed away Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Gundersen St. Joseph’s Hospital in Hillsboro.
She was born Feb. 23, 1923, the daughter of Herbert and Agnes Mary (White) Popp in the town of Glendale, Kendall, Wis.
Dorothy was united in marriage to Melvin “Bud” Klipstein on Feb. 7, 1942, in Mauston. They farmed in the town of Plymouth for many years. He preceded her in death on Oct. 2, 1991.
She also volunteered at the Elroy Legion Hall for many, many years and the Meals-on-Wheels program. She enjoyed bird watching, solving puzzles and a few Herefords as pets were her “hobby.” She always enjoyed a good game of cards and a good laugh, along with hosting and attending family get-togethers.
Survivors include her children, Joyce Sinkule, Rodney (Deb) Klipstein, Roger Klipstein, Donna (Bob) Sather, Gary Klipstein, Dennis (Mary Jo) Klipstein, Robert Klipstein, Sandy Klipstein, Bruce Klipstein and Debra Klipstein (Rodger Pierce); her daughter-in-law, Marlene Klipstein; 12 grandchildren; several great- and great-great-grandchildren; her sister, Audrey Sosinsky; and her sister-in-law, Irene Popp. She also is survived by many loving in-laws, nieces, nephews and longtime friends.
In addition to her husband, Melvin “Bud,” she was preceded in death by her parents; her son, David Klipstein; her daughter-in-law, Jeannie Klipstein; her son-in-law, Thomas Sinkule; her granddaughter, Amy Jo Blaha; her sister, Eleanor Perkins; and her brothers, Robert Popp and Bernard Popp.
There will be a gathering at the American Legion Hall in Elroy on Monday, Sept. 16, with a prayer service at 11 a.m. and a meal following. Interment will be in the Mount Zion Cemetery, rural Elroy.
The Picha Funeral Home in Elroy is assisting. For online information, go to www.pichafuneralhomes.com.
