In loving memory of

Ignatius John Klug
August 28, 1919 - March 10, 2008

Rochester,

Ignatius John Klug, 88, of Sunrise Cottages, Rochester and formerly of Lewiston died Monday March 10, 2008 at Sunrise Cottages.
Ignatius was born August 28, 1919 in Caledonia to Peter and Barbara (Binner) Klug. He served in the US Army. In 1949 he married Ruth Ellen Spahr at Ortonville, MN. The couple lived in Wykoff and Caledonia before making their home in Lewiston in 1952. He was employed at Lewiston Auto, assembling and delivering farm machinery. Ignatius also worked for Winona Sand and Gravel and Biesanz Sand and Gravel. He later became a construction worker and heavy equipment operator, and was a member of the Local 49 Union. Upon retirement he was employed as a custodian at Enterprise Rest Area. He enjoyed spending time in his shop tinkering.
Ignatius was a member of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Lewiston. Survivors include his wife Ruth Ellen, a daughter Ann (Terry) Schwanke of Rochester, five sons; Charles (Susan) of Eagan, Randy (Frances) of Cedar Falls, IA, Kenneth (Susan) of Lewiston, Daniel (Susan) of Zimmerman, MN and William (Sandy) of Brentwood, CA, sixteen grandchildren; Tina & Terra Schwanke, Daniel (Kelly) Klug, Weston Klug, Randy C. (Erin) Klug, Jessica (Pat) Dennis, Casey Klug, Abby Klug, Christopher Klug, Ashlee (Joe) Meyer, Lindsay Klug, Anne Larson, Jessica Larson and Erik, Keith and Tyler Klug, six great-grandchildren; Chaz, Zachary and Chance Sohns, Alexis and Landon Klug, Kai Klug and Mason Meyer, fours sisters; Alvira and Winnifred Klockeman of Fountain, Rose Town of Ely, and Everilda Klug of Harmony and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by six brothers; Richard, Eugene, Donald, Harold, Omar and Marcel and two sisters.
A Funeral Mass will be 11AM Thursday at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Lewiston with the Reverends Thomas Loomis and Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Spring burial will be in St. Rose of Lima Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 PM Wednesday at Hoff Funeral & Cremation Service of Lewiston. They may also call one hour before services at the church on Thursday. There will be a Rosary said at 7:30 PM Wednesday at the funeral home.
Please share a memory on Ignatius' on-line Guestbook or view his Tribute Video at www.hofffuneral.com.

Tribute video can be found at: http://videos.lifetributes.com/12862

Tributes

Lisa Stanek wrote on Apr 17, 2008:

"This tribute to Ignatius is really beautiful. I am so sorry for the familys' loss. Yes, Ignatius you were a unique fellow. Almost twenty-one years ago, it was our car that broke down in the middle of the night with a three month old baby. It was a kind custodian at the rest stop,Ignatius and his wife Ruth, that took us in, fed us, helped get our car to the shop and back on our way. This story had been told many times. Not too many like Ignatius and Ruth, for taking in total strangers. I am so glad that we've kept in contact throughout the years. I am thankful that Paige and I had the opportunity to make a surprise visit several years back. Paige, now, had faces to go with the story. Charles, Thank-you. --Lisa"

Ann Schwanke wrote on Apr 11, 2008:

"Dad, I miss you! I will always treasure the time we spent together the last couple of years. Our "outings" were a very special time that we shared together. Thank you for the life lessons you taught us. I love you, Dad!."

Paige Stanek wrote on Apr 8, 2008:

"Thanks for lending a helping hand 2 someone who you didn't even know. You are truely a great man. Your kindness will never be forgotten."

Dan Klug wrote on Apr 5, 2008:

"To the man that I've found I share many of the same characteristics. We will miss you. Love always"

Chuck Klug wrote on Apr 5, 2008:

"Losing a loved one is very difficult. No words can express what I'm feeling. I'm sure many of you have had the same sorrow. Dad was one of those hard working Fathers that always got his way. His words were law in our home. I use to fear him, but never thought he was teaching me a valuable life lesson, "Standing up for what you believe in". As I grew older I understood why he was so strick, we thought, but it was only because he cared. Dad was a compassionate & kind person. The most important thing that he had was his family. Though he may not have said it much, he was very proud of us all. We are who we are because we had a Father like him. To his friends he was a kind person & was always ready to help. He always had a solution to every problem & had his way of making things simple. When he helped he simply helped. Like when he brought a young couple w/ a baby home because their car broke down in sub zero weather. Total strangers, put them up for the night in our home and made them feel like family. He showed strength until the end but felt so bad that he could not help Mom like he did for so many years. I hope his simple life will be an inspiration to us all. He loved his family, had a relationship with God, enjoyed helping others and was humorous. We should be happy for him, no longer in pain and he went home to be with our Father in Heaven."

Eulogy wrote on Apr 5, 2008:

"The Trubute below is the Eulogy from the Funeral Mass"

Karann & Martin Luckcuck wrote on Apr 1, 2008:

"I am so sorry for your loss. I know you were close to your Dad, Chuck and my heart goes out to you. Stay strong."

Erik Klug wrote on Mar 31, 2008:

"Grandpa you are going to be missed. You were always fun to be around, and always had a great sense of humor. I love you!"

Denice Klug wrote on Mar 31, 2008:

"Igs, may peace always be with you and find comfort in knowing that you will always be remembered with loving thoughts.."

Chuck Klug wrote on Mar 30, 2008:

"You were a GREAT Dad and you were always there for me. I will miss you so much. I Love you DAD!"

Bill Klug wrote on Mar 30, 2008:

"I love you Dad!"

Bruce and Dianne Muenkel wrote on Mar 15, 2008:

"We were so sorry to hear of Ignatius's passing. You have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. When I think of Ignatius, I picture him with a smile and always having something to funny to say. The video tribute was wonderful!!!!!"

Virgil & Mary Ann Johnson wrote on Mar 13, 2008:

"We were sorry to read about Ignatius's passing. You and your family have our sincere sympathy. Mary Ann and Virgil"

Rob, Karla, Nikki and Bo Weissenfluh wrote on Mar 13, 2008:

"Just wanted to let you all know we are thinking of you! We know your Dad is now in a much better place and that you will all miss him a lot. Take Care"

Forrest and Sue Hauser wrote on Mar 12, 2008:

"Sorry for your families loss. Wish we could be there for you Ann. Forrest and Sue"

Kieth and Lorraine Evenson wrote on Mar 12, 2008:

"Ignatius will be missed at the Blaskowski gatherings and especially for his stories and sense of humor."

Grace M. Binner Smith wrote on Mar 12, 2008:

"My dad,Martin, and Ignatius's mom, Barbara, were brother and sister. I do not remember Ignatius, he was older than I, but regret seeing his obit in the La Crosse Tribune. Our sympathies. Grace & Philip Smith"

Mike and Pauline Siebenaler wrote on Mar 12, 2008:

"We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. God Bless you all."

Randy C. Klug wrote on Mar 11, 2008:

"Hi Grandpa, I am going to miss you. I hope they let you have a beer a day up there. I love you."