Jean G. Kleinke

Mrs. Jean Kleinke of Port Washington passed away at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton on Saturday, September 16, 2023, following a lengthy hospital stay. She was 78 years old.

Jean was born Chippewa County on March 16, 1945, daughter of Walter and Ellen Hillebink Schultz.

On December 13, 1975, Jean was united in marriage with Gerald “Jerry” Kleinke at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Port Washington. Together they raised four children. Mrs. Kleinke was a packer at Kleentest, retiring in 2004. Jerry preceded Jean in death on November 18, 2021.

Jean was a very social person and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She liked camping, shooting pool, playing cards- especially sheepshead, and an occasional trip to the casino (where she was always lucky!).

She is survived by children, Daniel (Michele) Bichler of Random Lake, Cherie (Steve) Ewig of Port Washington, Phil (Lisa) Kleinke of Campbellsport and Scott Kleinke of Jackson. She is also survived by grandchildren, Zack Kleinke, Amanda Bichler, Brad Bichler, Alysia Gibes, Hunter Kleinke (RaeAnna Stover) and Taylor Kleinke; great-grandchildren, Xavier, Scarlet, and Emmerlynn Kleinke. Jean is further survived by brother, Harold Schultz; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Jean is preceded in death by her husband, Jerry; her parents; and sister-in-law, Carol Schultz.

Funeral Services will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, September 26, at St. John’s Lutheran Church 217 Freeman Drive, Port Washington. Rev. Dustin Anderson will preside. Jean will be laid to rest beside her husband at Union Cemetery, Saukville later that afternoon. The family will receive visitors at the church Tuesday, September 26, from 10 a.m. until services begin at 12 p.m.

If desired, memorials are suggested to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Port Washington.

Eernisse Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements; online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.