Donald LeRoy Klemp, 76, of Columbus, WI passed away on January 20, 2025 at Columbus Health & Rehab. 

Don was born March 21, 1948 in Edgerton, WI to Richard and Elsie Klemp of Milton, WI.  Don graduated from Milton Union High School in 1966 and later graduated from a technical school in Denver, Colorado which eventually led to a 31-year career as a field service engineer with GE Medical Systems. 

Don married the love of his life, Kathleen Gudeyon, on July 27, 1968 in Whitewater, WI and they enjoyed 56 years of making beautiful memories together.  Don was a devoted family man who enjoyed taking his family on camping trips, spending time out on the lake, working on projects in the garage or fixing anything that needed it for family, neighbors, and friends.

Don is survived by his wife Kathy; his five children, Krista (Brian), Suzanne (Chris), Daniel, David and Richard; as well as 6 grandchildren.  Preceding him in death are his parents Richard and Elsie and his brother, David. 

Funeral Services will take place at 11AM on Friday, January 31, 2025 at Willerup Church in Cambridge. Visitation will take place from 10AM until the time of service.  A burial will take place immediately following services at Kroghville Cemetery.

The family would like to give special thanks to Columbus Health & Rehab staff for their exceptional care for Don.

Don will be missed by all that knew him, but his legacy will live on through his family and friends.