Wilford R. Kleiser, age 84, of Monroe, Wisconsin, died on Thursday, March 22, 2012, at Harbor House of Clinton. He was born on February 5, 1928, in Elgin, IL, the son of William and Margaret (Saur) Kleiser. Wilford and Ethel May Thompson were married in June of 1953 in Elgin, IL. He lived in Elgin until 1968 and then moved to Jordan Center where he farmed for 40 years.

Surviving are his daughters, Sarah Kleiser and Gwendelyn (John) Penniston all of Monroe; brothers, James Kleiser, Ronald Kleiser, Thomas Kleiser; sisters, Theresa Koppe and Marge Edwards. He is predeceased by his parents; wife, Ethel; brothers, Robert, Norbert, Howard and sister, Loraine.

Per Wilford's wishes private family services will be held. Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home is serving the family.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: shriner111.com