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Carol J. Klas

September 15, 1941 - January 31, 2021
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St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church-Beaver Dam
511 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916

Carol Jean Klas, age 79, of Beaver Dam, died Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam after a nine year battle with cancer. Due to covid-19 the mass for Carol will be private. It will also be live streamed and that feed will be available from the St. Katharine Drexel website (www.stkatharinedrexelbd.org). The Mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, February 8, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Michael J. Erwin officiating. Inurnment will be at St. Peter Cemetery in Beaver Dam. Carol was born on September 15, 1941 in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin to the late Robert and Helen (Rosenmeier) Bohl. She graduated from Beaver Dam High School in 1959. On August 11, 1962, Carol was united in marriage with Lloyd E. Klas at St. Peter Catholic Church in Beaver Dam. She worked for Fran Bogner and Farm Products in Beaver Dam and then continued on with Fran at Herter’s in Beaver Dam, working together for over 30 years. After Herter’s sold to Cabela’s, she continue with them for several years before retiring. Carol volunteered at the St. Vincent DePaul store and also at Partners of Beaver Dam Community Hospital. She was also an active member of St. Katharine Drexel Parish and was a member and past officer of the Catholic Women’s Society. Survivors include two children, Jerome (Becky) Klas and Jean (Michael) Kraintz; four grandchildren, Trevor Klas (special friend Morgan Long), Gavin Klas, Aaron Kraintz (fiancée Dakota Wesenberg), and Austin Kraintz; her sister, Joanne Bohl of Beaver Dam; her sister-in-law, Norma Bohl of Beaver Dam; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; an infant daughter, Jennifer Klas; her sister, Rosemary Ison; two brothers, Robert Bohl Jr and Donald Bohl; and one brother-in-law, Bill Ison. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to her sister, Joanne, the Beaver Dam EMS, the Marshfield Medical Center Staff, and especially the staff at Hillside Manor for their compassionate care the last five days. If desired, memorials may be made in Carol J. Klas’ name to the St. Katharine Drexel Parish or to Dodge County Council of St. Vincent DePaul Society in Beaver Dam.

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St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church-Beaver Dam
511 S. Spring St.
Beaver Dam, WI 53916
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Carol Jean Klas, age 79, of Beaver Dam, died Sunday, January 31, 2021 at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam after a nine year battle with cancer. Due to covid-19 the mass for Carol will be private. It will also be live streamed and that feed will be available from the St. Katharine Drexel website (www.stkatharinedrexelbd.org).Continue Reading

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William Linzenmeyer left a message on February 19, 2021:
Our deepest sympathies to Carol's family and friends. Carol was a part of our Beaver Dam Police Department Family attending one of our Citizens Police Academy Programs. We are very sorry for your loss.
Kay Appenfeldt mrmsapple@charter.net left a message on February 8, 2021:
Carol was a caring, lovely woman. I had the honor to work with her on the Tree of Lights at the hospital. She had a beautiful spirit and a devotion to seeing things through to completion. I will remember her welcoming smile and caring attitude. My sympathy to all in her family and also to her friends. Kay Appenfeldt, Friend and Co-worker on Tree of Lights.
Francis Bogner left a message on February 2, 2021:
Carol was a true perfect christian n devoted catholic n secretary for me for over 35 years. I know I have Carol as an angel for my devotion, a wonderful person now in God,s care!! We Pray!!
Toni Yagodzinske/Baker left a message on February 2, 2021:
As I look back now, I so much appreciate the 12 years of friendship we shared, especially during High school. Carol was a true friend and I loved her dearly. Carol was the first person to call my husband Ron to check on me as I spent 7 weeks hospitalized with pancreatic cancer. She checked in with him often and prayed for us. I want to believe we will meet again in a better place. Rest now, dear Carol, I love you.
LaVonne Wille left a message on February 1, 2021:
I so sorry to hear of Carol's passing. My sincere sympathy to all of Carol's family. She will be missed for her humor and her all around pleasant personality. I will miss her many humorous e-mails. May Carol rest in the peace of Christ.
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Judy Johnsen left a message on February 1, 2021:
Carol was the kindest, most dedicated person I have know. We had many happy memories of working together when we were members of Partners of Beaver Dam Hospital. We had lunch with Joanne a couple of years ago, and had a great visit. RIP, dear Carol. You are finally at peace.
Elaine Koehn left a message on February 1, 2021:
Heartfelt sympathy to Carol's family. We were childhood friends, enjoying good times on the Bohl farm, to our days at St. Peter's school, to many activities at St. Katharine Drexel Parish. Always had time to stop and say hello and visit. Will miss those good times.
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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