Marjorie (Marge) Klessig, age 86, of Manitowoc, passed away peacefully at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center, on Saturday, February 15, 2025.
She was born October 29, 1938, in Rhinelander to the late Clarence and Valgene (Okerstrom) Olson. In 1960, she married her high school sweetheart, Robert Klessig. Marge was employed as a ‘Baby Nurse’ until she was blessed with her own children. She referred to herself as the Swedish Princess and was very proud of her Swedish heritage. Marge loved genealogy, gardening, and antiques. She was very involved in several women’s groups at Faith Lutheran Church in Valders, as well as a Communion visitor. She also volunteered for many years at the Pinecrest Historical Village. Marge traveled the world with Bob. She had many favorite places including Snipe Lake, at her cabin, for 4 o’clock Wine Time and Port Wing, Wisconsin, where her roots began. Marge will be remembered for her wicked sense of humor, the beautiful decorations she would set up for every holiday, and the love for her family. She especially loved her grandchildren who were the lights of her life.
She is survived by her children: Kurt (Mary) Klessig, Sheboygan, Craig Klessig (special friend Christine), Valders, Lori Klessig (special friend Matthew), Kiel, and Seth (Wendy) Klessig, Illinois; nine grandchildren: Caleb (Malia) Christel, Makensie (Riley) Quinn, Noah Christel, Caynen (Caity) Klessig, Justin Kelliher, Tanner Klessig (special friend Vanessa), Trey Klessig (special friend Zoe), Molly Klessig (special friend Wyatt), and Grace Klessig; four great-grandchilden: Myah Marie, Lenny Belle, Emory Hazel, Fritz Robert; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive.
She was preceded in death by her parents: Clarence and Valgene Olson; her husband: Robert Klessig; brother: Duane Olson; sisters: Judy Murphy and Clarice Rech.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday February 21, 2025, at Faith Lutheran Church, 255 Roosevelt Street, Valders. Officiating the service will be the Rev. Dan Lyman. Marge will be laid to rest next to Bob at Valders West Cemetery following the service. The family will greet relatives and friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family by visiting www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com.
The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, is assisting the Klessig family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to her wonderful caregivers at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation and Sharon S. Richardson Hospice for the care and compassion shown to Marge and her family. The family would also like to thank the many friends Marge has made through the years for their companionship and love.
