KLEPPE

Donald G. Kleppe, 87, of Bartlett, formerly of Elmhurst.  Found rest December 15th, 2011.  U.S. Navy Corpsman, WWII Pacific Theater.  A retired Firefighter with the Elmhurst, Illinois Fire Department and previously a Chicago Fire Dept. Insurance Patrol Officer. Loving husband of the late Eva, nee Sgaller.  Dear father of Michael, Russell, Harold (Sandra) and Emily Smith.  Cherished Grandfather of Rusty, Katie, Mark, Christina, Brian, T.J. and Donny.  Proud great grandfather of Sophie, Eric, Grant, and Warren.  Brother of  the late Willard and William Kleppe and Florence Jasinski..  Uncle of many.  Family and friends may visit Monday, Dec.19th, 3 to 9 PM at the Pedersen-Ryberg Mortuary, 435 N. York Rd., Elmhurst, where services will be held Tuesday, Dec. 20th, at 11:00 AM. Rev. Joseph Mills officiating. Interment with Honors of the Military and Elmhurst Fire Department at Mt. Emblem Cemetery, Elmhurst.  Info 630-834-1133 or www.pedersenryberg.com