Marlene M. Thompson

Marlene M (Klimke) Thompson,
88, of Fond du Lac, passed away March 16, 2020. She came into the world in Fond
du Lac, WI, on April 17,1931, the daughter of William and Irene (Bierman) Klimke.

Marlene attended school in
Rosendale and graduated from Rosendale Union Free High School in 1948. Shortly
after graduating, Marlene went to work at Ripon Foods where she met her husband
Eugene Thompson.

Eugene and Marlene were
married October 29, 1948, at Peace Lutheran Church in Rosendale. They lived in
Rosendale until 1988 where they raised their family of 4 sons.

Marlene went to work for the
Berger Company and worked there for 54 years. In her free time she enjoyed
cooking, doing cross stitch, watching the birds, especially cardinals, and
enjoyed spending time with her family especially during the Christmas season.

Marlene is survived by 3
sons, Bryan (Rosemary Daniels), Mark (Sue) both of Ripon, and Robert (Vickie
Lee) of Fond du Lac, grandchildren, step grandchildren, great grandchildren,
step great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. She is further
survived by her 2 brothers, Don (Emma Jean) of Las Vegas, Nevada and Darrell
(Carolyn) of Oregon, WI.

Marlene was proceeded in
death by both her parents, her husband in 2002, her son Douglas in 2011, 3
brothers, and twin granddaughters (Debbie and Jennifer).

Memorial services will be
announced at a later date.

The family would like to
thank the staff at Hospice Hope Home for the wonderful care they provided
Marlene. They truly are angels.

Kurki Funeral Chapel & Crematory is serving the
family. www.kurkifuneralchapel.com. 920-921-4420.