Joyce Marcella Klinger, 73, Ringle, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021, surrounded by her family under the care of Interim Hospice at her niece Malinda’s house in Wausau. She was born September 11, 1948, in the town of Rietbrock, daughter of the late Joseph and Eleanore (Urmanski) Drewek. On August 27, 1988, she married Eugene Klinger at Wesley United Methodist, Wausau. He preceded her in death April 4, 2018.
Joyce was very proud to spend her entire career working at Wausau Insurance (Liberty Mutual) for over 40 years until her retirement at age 60.
Joyce was an avid hunter, enjoyed fishing, and boating. She was especially fond of woodworking and scroll saw work, of which she made shelves, ornaments and sconces. Joyce also had a deep love for crocheting and knitting, making many quilts, sweaters and gifts for her family and friends. She and Gene were very proud of the fact that they experienced traveling to all 50 states. Alaska was their favorite, where they toured and fished extensively. After retirement, they continued their travels in Europe and enjoyed multiple cruises. Gene and Joyce were also very proud to be a part of the Veterans Community.
Survivors include, her brother, Arnold (Pat) Drewek; her sister, Georgean Durkee; Goddaughters/nieces, Malinda (Jamie Hodgson) Able and Devanie (Tim) Roesler; nieces, Amberly (Josh) Moen, Angela (Mike) Herdina, Annette (Steve) Pool, Andrea (Justin) Steen and Jan El Dupont; nephews, Jordan Krause and David (Kate) Drewek; and two step- children, Jason (Marla) Klinger and Becki (Rob) Hilber. Besides her parents, and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Gary Drewek; and sister, Joan Krause.
The family would like to extend great appreciation to the care team of Nancy, Rachele, Tim and Joy with Interim HealthCare Hospice for their emotional support and comforting care of Joyce during her end of life journey.
Funeral services will be at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 4, 2021 at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 1302 Sixth Street, Wausau. Father Marion Talaga will officiate. Visitation will be on Thursday from 3:00 p.m. until time of services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Park, Wausau at 11:30 a.m. on Friday.
In lieu of flowers all memorials will be sent to the Never Forgotten Honor Flight in memory of Gene and Joyce Klinger. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com
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