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Robert "Bob" D. Kleven

December 07, 1934 - December 03, 2023

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Obituary For Robert "Bob" D. Kleven

Windsor – Robert “Bob” D. Kleven, age 88, passed away after a brief illness on Sunday, December 3, 2023 at The Legacy of DeForest. He was born in Stoughton, WI, on December 7, 1934, the son of Louis and Dorothy (Olson) Kleven.

Bob is survived by his wife, Donna Kleven; his son, Kenneth (Bette) Kleven; Donna’s children, John (Jodie) Zaemisch, Cindy (Bob) Lex, and Carla Snyder; brother, Richard (Betty); sister, Delores; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Dorothy; daughters, Debra and Brenda; Donna’s daughter, Cathy Kohn; granddaughter, Samantha; and brothers, Donald and Louis Jr.

A Funeral Service will be at 11:00am on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 6924 Lake Rd, DeForest. A visitation will take place at the funeral home from 10:00am until the time of service. A luncheon will be held following the service. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Windsor/DeForest Chapel

6924 Lake Road

608-846-4250

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16 Dec

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Ryan Funeral Homes - DeForest / Windsor 6924 Lake Road DeForest, WI 53532 Get Directions »
16 Dec

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Ryan Funeral Homes - DeForest / Windsor 6924 Lake Road DeForest, WI 53532 Get Directions »
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  • December 16, 2023

    John Porter

    I went to Cooksville school with Don, Bob, Delores and Dick along with their cousin Duane. Delores and I were in the same grade and have fond memories of each and everyone of the Klevens. Sending my sympanthies to all.

  • December 16, 2023

    John Porter

    John Porter Fort Atkinson I went to Cooksville school with Don, Bobby, Dolores and Dick Kleven.. Dolores and I were in the same class. My sympathy and best wishes...

  • December 10, 2023

    David Asperheim

    I went to grade school for few years with Bobby and his older brother Donny at Bass Lakee School before they moved to Cooksville. They were both behind me by a year and two at Stoughton HS. That extends back to over 80 years ago, and brings back fond memories.

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  • Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum

    Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum was sent for Robert "Bob" D. Kleven - December 12, 2023

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Tiffany Foster went out of her way to fulfill all my requests, talked me through problems I was facing, and tried to make me feel as comfortable as possible when I was a wreck, totally crushed, and I thank her with all of my heart for that.

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Lynda R. | July 2020

Services provided for both parents were perfect, on time, and no issues. Brenda is awesome and strong!

Michael M. | July 2020

Skyler was absolutely amazing. She was so caring and helpful through this whole process. She even went above and beyond to meet with us in DeForest and even to make a stop at our home to drop off or pick up anything needed. While it was a small gesture, it was so helpful and greatly appreciated.

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