Service Details
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, APRIL 23, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2201 Northwestern Ave., Racine. Friends are invited to meet with the family on Wednesday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. He will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at Holy Cross Hwy. 32.
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 223 W. Jackson Blvd., Suite 350, Chicago, IL 60606 would be appreciated
Joseph S. Klinski, age 74, of Racine, passed away at his home on April 7, 2025, following a brave battle with pulmonary fibrosis.
He was born in Racine on July 24, 1950, a son of the late Alex P. and Pauline J. (nee: Adzima) Klinski. He attended Park High School.
He served his country in the U.S. Army, entering on July 23, 1970, until his discharge on January 27, 1972.
On January 26, 1991, in Kenosha, he was united in marriage to Darlene A. Ziesemer.
Joe was employed as a set up man and a machinist at Styberg’s Machine Shop, Michaels Machine Shop, and Andis Clippers.
Joe lived, breathed and ate GOLF, GOLF, GOLF!!!!! Following his retirement, he achieved his dream job of working as a ranger at “Muni” golf course in Kenosha.
Joe also loved talking politics and collected coins since his childhood.
He will be greatly missed by his survivors, his wife Darlene; his siblings, Alex Klinski, Peter Klinski, and his “favorite sister”, Sharon (Jeff) Wynstra; many special nieces and nephews who he loved dearly: several cousins, and his golf family.
Along with his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his daughter, Jessica Klinski on June 3, 2000, who he was looking forward to seeing again.
Mike Rasmussen says
Joe,I’m sure going to miss our visits at Muni, loved your sense of humor. God Bless You Brother!
Jim Hyduke says
It was always a pleasure to see you, good grade school memories !
Vaya con Dios !
Nephew Alex says
When I find myself in times of trouble Mother Mary comes to me, speaking words of wisdom, let it be.
Renae Adzima says
May the Lord Jesus Christ welcome Joe into Heaven.
Praise, honor and glory to God the Father, Jesus the Savior and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Alex p klinski says
Long lone time age.i would beat Joe in golf regularly, but past few decades, Joe would always be off the tee first! Well I don’t know how that happened, but it was always a good morning out. I’m looking forward for our next game in the big golf course in the sky. Bro
Tom Lojeski says
My condolences to Joe’s family.
When Joe was a young man just out of the service he used to stop in my dad’s business E&W Auto, Joe would always arrive with a smile, a cigarette and a coke. He would come around lunch time and play Yahtzee with my Uncle Frank. I will always remember Joe as that friendly guy laughing, joking and talking trash over a game of Yahtzee.
Mary Jane Lojeski Gerke says
My sincere condolences to Darlene and family. I have many cherished memories of Joe. As a child, I would ride my bike to my dad’s garage, excited to see the guys hanging out there. Joe was always so kind to me, even though I was a pesky kid. I felt like the coolest kid in town with the fastest car when Joe sold his (I believe) Malibu to my dad, Wally Lojeski and my dad let me drive it. Later, I was fortunate to cross paths with Joe again when we both worked at Andis. It was always a pleasure talking to him. Such a sweet man. May he rest in peace with his beautiful Jessica.
RaeEllen says
It was a pleasure having Joe work as a manager at Muni, we loved having him. Is an honor to call him my friend. You were amazing. Thank u for our laughs I will treasure them forever. RIP buddy🙏🏼💕 till we golf again.Rae
Virginia Burman says
My sincere condolences to you Darlene. I never knew Joe personally. My son Marcus went to Sacred Heart school with Jessica. I have over the years visited Jessica at the cemetery . I’ve said many prayers for Jessica , her Mommy and Daddy. I’m sure she welcomed her Daddy home with opened arms. Rest in peace Joe. You and your family will always be in my prayers.
Don Damaschke says
God bless you Joe, you were my Best Man at my wedding. Right now my head is full of memories of Brewer games, Packer games, fishing, working on our cars at E&W and you took me to my first horse race at Arlington Park. Lots of memories. Rest in peace Joe.
Connie Goodwin Mallwitz says
On behalf of the Mary D Bradford, Class of 1971, we extend our deepest sympathies to Darlene. We are very sorry for you and your family’s loss.