Walter John Klapper “Wally”

Died peacefully Thursday, July 7, 2011 at age 75. Dear father of Walter D. (Amy) Klapper, Lisa M. (Brett Luecke) Panos, Joseph M. (Jennifer Fleeger) Klapper and Elizabeth "Biffy" (Brian) Gust. Loved grandfather of Tyler Wilkins, Maxwell and Trevor Klapper, Peter and Christian Panos, Josephine and Jacob Gust, Irene Klapper, Jessica and Mitchell Luecke. Loved great-grandfather of Evan and Jacob. Cherished brother of Sandra Taubel, the late Rhona Clappes, Mary Jo Bichler and Susie Loughrin. Also loved by other relatives and friends.Memorial Gathering at the Funeral Home Friday, July 15, 9:00-10:45 AM. Memorial Service 11:00 AM. Followed by Military Honors.Wally was a warmhearted man who was liked by everyone he met. A special thank you to everyone who cared for Dad at his time of need these past few years."You were a friend to many and will be dearly missed."