Dorothy M. Klein, age 81 of Durand, died Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire with her family by her side.

Dorothy was born on June 14, 1934 in Durand. She was the daughter of Charles Sr. and Julia (Bauer) Sabelko. Dorothy grew up in the Town of Lima and graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1952. After high school she worked at the Hoeser Pharmacy in Durand. Dorothy married Don Klein on October 26, 1954 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lima. After marriage, they moved to Ft. Lawton, WA near Seattle where Don was stationed while in the Army. They moved back to Arkansaw, where they farmed for 40 years and raised their family. Dorothy and Don retired from farming in 1996 and moved to the Durand area, where she remained the rest of her life.

Dorothy and Don enjoyed traveling the around the world together, taking three trips to Europe, going to China, Hawaii and many bus trips around the country. She also enjoyed playing cards, embroidering on quilt blocks for the great grandchildren, baking, reading, fishing, gardening and attending the grandchildren’s ball games. Most of all, Dorothy loved spending time with family and friends. Dorothy was an active St. Joseph’s Catholic Church PCCW in Arkansaw and sang in the Lima Polka Choir.

Dorothy is survived by her husband of 61 years; Don, three children; Dan (Joele) of Rock Falls, Dale (Sue) of Arkansaw and Diane (Dan) of Durand, six grandchildren; Eric (Special Friend Sarah), Jamie (John), both of Eau Claire, Josh (Special friend Nikki) of Durand, Jessica (Special Friend Hugh) of River Falls, Lori (Chad) and Stacy (Larry), both of Durand, six great grandchildren; Ethan, Rexton, Paityn, Holly, Bennett, Brynleigh, one brother; Ralph (Janice) Sabelko of Durand, two sisters; Kathleen Kelley of Menomonie and Juliana (Herb) Tschumperlin of Plum City, three sisters-in-law; Elaine Sabelko, Lucy Ann Sabelko, both of Durand and Marlene Sabelko of Elmwood, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, four brothers; Hubert, William, Edward Sr. and Charles Sabelko Jr., brother-in-law; Bill Kelley and two sisters-in-law; Blondie Sabelko and Betty Sabelko.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Arkansaw with Rev. Paul G. Czerwonka officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 PM Tuesday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Wednesday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Patti Blount January 12, 2016, at 11:57am

   Sorry to hear about the passing of Dorothy. Sympathy to the family during this time.

2. Pat Rosenberg January 3, 2016, at 12:34pm

   I am so sorry for your loss. The holidays is such an especially hard time, and so many we love leave us during these days. You have my love, sympathy and continued prayers until we all meet again

3. Jim & Irene Konsela December 30, 2015, at 8:30am

   Deepest sympathy to you Don and your Families!

4. Sue & Tom Milliren December 30, 2015, at 6:39am

   Our deepest sympathy to the Klein family - We have many good memories of Dorothy as a neighbor in the valley here - I will always remember her beautiful singing voice ! She will be missed ;) Sue & Tom

5. Debra ( Keeler ) Barnes December 29, 2015, at 9:43pm

   So sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

6. Chrissy Marson December 29, 2015, at 3:13pm

   I am so very sorry for your loss.

7. Dawn Pfaff December 27, 2015, at 11:32pm

   I am glad I had the privilege to get to know and take care of Dorothy. She was a wonderful womam and was very fortunate to have such a wonderful caring family that was there by her side to the end. My thought's and prayer to her family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Dawn Pfaff

8. Scott and Kathy (Hutter) Messier December 27, 2015, at 12:01pm

   Our prayers and sympathy go out to the Klein family. May God bless you all.

9. bill brimmer December 27, 2015, at 9:56am

   don I remember you well and I will remember your wife in my prayers today my condolences.

10. Rita (Kannel) Petty December 25, 2015, at 10:48am

    Don and Julie,
    Just wanted to let you know although we are miles apart I am thinking of you and wish you peace for you and your families. Rita

11. Ed and Lori Auth family December 24, 2015, at 5:02pm

    Our sincere sympathy for your loss. We have you all in our prayers.

12. Byron and Sheryl Radle December 24, 2015, at 12:37pm

    Our sincere sympathy to the Klein family. We will put you all in our prayers as you morn for Dorothy.

    Byron and Sheryl Radle

13. Kathy Lieffring December 24, 2015, at 12:20pm

    I enjoyed working with Dorothy at the Arkansaw Schools-she enjoyed the kids as much as I did. You have my sympathy!

14. Judi & Gary Bauer December 23, 2015, at 6:31pm

    Our sympathy to you Don and your family. Keeping you in our prayers.

15. Richardson Family December 23, 2015, at 6:03pm

    My family would like to send sincere condolences to the Klein family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you find comfort and hope from the bible promise at Isaiah 25:8. Pray constantly, avoid isolation, and lean on God as you cope during this most difficult time.

16. Fr. Jerry Hoeser December 23, 2015, at 5:12pm

    My deepest sympathy and the assurance of my remembrance in prayer. I am sure she went home
    for Christmas. May God keep you in His Hands.

17. Jill & Tom Bennwitz December 23, 2015, at 4:28pm

    Our Thoughts and Prayers are with the entire Klein and Sabelko families during this difficult time of loss of Dorothy. The few occasions I had the opportunity to visit with her and Don she was such a special caring lady. Mom (Marlene Sabelko) sends her sympathies also to the family. May God Bless!
    Jill & Tom Bennwitz Family

18. Judy john parr December 23, 2015, at 3:32pm

    Our prayer are with.

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