Mitchell F. Kleczka, Sr.

Racine – Mitchell F. Kleczka, Sr., 87, passed away on October 14, 2019.  He was born in West Allis on December 1, 1931, son of the late John and Julia Ann (Née: Neewishowski) Kleczka.

Mitchell proudly and faithfully served his country in the United States Marine Corps.  He was a roofer for Carlson Roofing.  He was an avid Packers fan and loved rooting on his favorite team.  Mitchell enjoyed spending time with the family up at the cottage in Amherst on Rinehart Lake.  He loved being outdoors and enjoyed fishing in his younger years.  Mitchell liked firing up the barbeque in the backyard, eating good food, and spending time with his family and friends.

Mitchell leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Kathleen Tomasini, Gail (Dean) Bohringer, William Kleczka, Robert (Laura Wakefield) Kleczka; son-in-law, Charles Besler, Sr.; brother, John (Sheila) Kleczka; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives, and friends.

In addition to his parents and wife, Mitchell is preceded in death by his wife, Eldora Kleczka; his children, Mitchell F. Kleczka, Jr., Patrick (Pamela) Kleczka, June Besler; grandsons, Sean Kleczka, Charles Besler, Jr.; his siblings, Dan, Betty, Gladys, and Dorothy.

A memorial celebration of Mitchell’s life will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2019, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road.  Visitation will be from 10:00am until the time of the service.  Burial will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.