Ronald E. Klaus Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ronald E. Klaus, age 75, of Palms, passed away Sunday April 21, 2019 in his home with his family by his side. He was born April 18, 1944 in Delaware Township, the son of the late Raymond and I. Evelyn (Erdman) Klaus. Ron grew up in the Palms area and attended Deckerville Community Schools, graduating in 1961. On April 24, 1965 he married Miss. Eleanor M. Kerbyson at St. John Lutheran Church, Palms. Together they raised three boys and ran the Poverty Hill Farms in Delaware Township. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church. Served as a volunteer fireman on the Delaware Township Fire Department for twenty-five years. Also, served on the Michigan Milk Producers Association Board. He grew hay, loved John Deere tractors, hunting, driving his gator on crop tours when he was supposed to be home for dinner, traveling Up-North and wintering in Arizona. Ron is survived by his wife Eleanor of Palms; three sons, Brian (Debbie) Klaus of Holland, Brad (Renee) Klaus of Palms, and Jeff (Liz) Klaus of Jeddo; eight grandchildren and six great grandchildren; one brother Earl (Phyllis) Klaus of Deckerville. Also, several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Ken and Dale and one sister Charlotte. A memorial service to honor the life of Ronald E. Klaus will be held Saturday April 27, 2019 in St. John Lutheran Church, Palms, at Noon. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until the time of service at church. Memorials may be given to St. John Lutheran Church, Palms or the Deckerville Goodtimers. Condolences may be sent on-line to apseyfuneralhome.net

Ronald E. Klaus

April 18, 1944 - April 21, 2019