of Fremont, died Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019
at Methodist Hospital, Omaha.
He was born February 5, 1938 in Hooper to Henry and Aagot 'Gaarder' Klebe. He was raised in Hooper, graduating from Hooper High School in 1955. His family operated Klebe Produce in Hooper, and while in school, he helped his father with the business. Following graduation, he joined the US Army Reserves.
On November 3, 1957, Richard was married to Joyce Larsen in Redeemer Lutheran Church in Hooper.
While a student at Midland College in Fremont, he worked at Hormel's. Then he went into the insurance business, as an underwriter and in sales. He worked several years for Fremont Office Equipment before he became a computer tech for the Omaha Public Schools. He retired in 2000.
Richard was a member of First Lutheran Church in Fremont. He was a member of the Pathfinder Chorus, Pioneer Amateur Radio Club, Fremont Masonic Lodge No. 15 A F & A M, Fremont Masonic York Rite, Tangier Shrine of Omaha, the Fremont Shrine Club, and he was a friend of Bill W for 40 years.
Survivors: wife Joyce
brother Dennis (Loretta) Klebe, Fremont
brother-in-laws Darrel (Carolyn)Larsen, Hooper
LaVern (Sharon) Larsen, Fremont
Lyle (Jan) Larsen, Fremont
many special nieces and nephews
He was preceded by his parents, brother Robert, sisters Mardell Bokowski, Marcedes Egbers, & Beverly Walraven.
A Memorial Service will be 10:30 AM Friday (Oct. 25, 2019) at First Lutheran Church with Rev. Stephanie Tollefson. Visitation with the family will be at the church one hour before the service. Private burial will be later. Memorials are suggested to First Lutheran Church and American Heart Association. Ludvigsen Mortuary is assisting the family.
Online guest book @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(8)
Kelly Ruwe
TROY, OH Sunday, October 27, 2019 Dear Joyce & family,So sorry to hear of Dick's passing, but it brings to mind many fond memories of our time at HHS. We'll always remember Dick's unique laugh, which he used freely.
Love & sympathy,
Kelly & Dean
JAN RECEK
FREMONT, NE Saturday, October 26, 2019 Joyce, I am so very sorry for your loss. Dick was a good man and I know you will miss him so much. I am sending prayers and love to you.Rod,Diane Theis
Fremont, NE Thursday, October 24, 2019 Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. We are really going to miss Dick and his great stories, we hope the days ahead will be brighter for you.Rod & Diane
Lynn & Jeannine Moeller
Hooper, NE Thursday, October 24, 2019 Joyce & Family,Our sympathy to all of you . Dick was a good man who was respected by many. Cherish the good memories- they will live forever in your heart.
With thoughts and prayers,
Lynn & Jeannine
Jody Coley
Fremont, NE Wednesday, October 23, 2019 I'm so sorry for your loss, Joyce! He was one of our carpool gang for years!Joan Bushkofsky
Hooper, NE Wednesday, October 23, 2019 My thoughts and prayers to the family. I remember Dick so well and all the memories of Hooper. So sorry Daryl and LaVerne and spousesJenna walraven
Fremont, NE Wednesday, October 23, 2019 Rip uncle Richard you will be missed but never forgottenBecky Marshall
Fremont, NE Tuesday, October 22, 2019 Thank -you Dick for all your kindness and encouragement over the years. You were one of a kind.