Arlene Phyllis Klocke

Arlene Phyllis Klocke, age 81, of New Rockford, ND, died Monday, November 14, 2011, at Lutheran Home of the Good Shepherd in New Rockford.


Arlene Phyllis Bergrud was born August 1, 1930, at the family farm near Bremen, ND, the daughter of Melvin and Myrtle (Simonson) Bergrud. She was baptized and confirmed in Eden Lutheran Church, rural Bremen. Arlene attended the Black Hammer Country School and high school in Maddock, ND.


On October 21, 1948, Arlene was united in marriage to John Laverne Klocke at St. John’s Catholic Church in New Rockford. Arlene was later baptized at St. John’s. They lived and farmed near New Rockford, and Arlene also worked at New Rockford Hotel for 10 years, and for Fourth Corporation for 20 years.


She is remembered by her family as being an excellent cook who enjoyed baking and bread making. Arlene also enjoyed crocheting.


Arlene is survived by her husband John; 7 children, Sharon (Walter “Butch�) Lesmeister, New Rockford, Shirley Gross, Carrington, ND, Jerome (Vida) Klocke, Underwood, ND, Jeffrey (Julie) Klocke, Coleharbor, ND, Colleen “Gabbie� (Roger) Benson, Sheyenne, ND, Kenny Klocke, Rozet, WY, Merle (Kelly) Klocke, Silverthorne, CO; 12 grandchildren; Robbie Miller, Melanie Martin, Tara Baker, Jesse & Melissa Klocke, Shawn, Billy & Darin Klocke, Travis, Dusty & Chelsey Benson, Secia Klocke, 10 great-grandchildren; Brooklyn & Zachery Miller, Cody & Tyler Martin, Braeden & Ryan Baker, Ashlynn, Rylee, Aaden Benson, Kasen Klocke; two sisters Minerva (Elmer) Faul, Cathay, ND, Norma Kolstad, Sheyenne; four brothers Dennis (Venoie), Sheyenne, Eddie (Jeanette), Grants Pass, OR, Larry (Julie), Cedar Falls, Iowa and Gerald (Kathy), Brighton CO.


She was preceded in death by an infant son, “Little Laverne�; her parents, a son-in-law Danny Gross,
2 sisters Violet Bergrud and Lorraine Ystaas, and one brother Raymond Bergrud.

FUNERAL SERVICE: St. John's Catholic Church, New Rockford, ND

DATE AND TIME: Friday, November 18, 2011 at 10:30 AM

BURIAL: St. John's Cemetery, New Rockford, ND

Posted Condolences:

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Name: Faith Trudeau

Date: 11/21/11

Message: Jeff, Jerome, Sharon, Shirley, Merle, Kenny, Colleen & John:
My heart aches with all of you. Will miss your Mom and a lot of memories of her & your family. Sorry I missed the funeral I was in Gillette, WY just got back.You will all greive differently. Then one morning you will wake up & realize it doesn't hurt so much. Kenny The turn off to my son Tyrel's house is right after Rozet turn off Wyodak turn off. My grandkids go to Rozet school Tristan & Sydney Anderson 4th & 1st grade. I knew one of you lived in Rozet just not sure which one. Next time I get to Gillette I'll look you up are you in the phone book?

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Name: Jane Sampson

Date: 11/18/2011

Message: Sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. I got a chance to visit with Jeff and Gabbie just last week or so at the home. Take Care

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Name: Joelyn (Bymoen) Scriba

Date: 11/18/11

Message: To the family,
My sympathy in the loss of Arlene. I knew the Bergrud family, especially Violet, when our family attended Trinity in Bremen years ago, and remember Arlene's parents. I also remember folks mentioning what a good looking couple they were.
My condolences, and special thoughts to Vida and family.

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Name: Jeff Bass

Date: 11/17/11

Message: My condolences to the entire family. Kenny, I know we didn't hang-out much in school and I haven't seen you since high school, but I have fond memories of playing jr. high football with you. I wish I knew Arlene better; in reading the comments it is clear she was a very special lady. My thoughts and prayers to all of you.

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Name: Patrick & Julie Klocke

Date: 11/17/2011

Message: We will be thinking of you all during this difficult time, but take comfort in knowing that Aunt Arlene is with God and will be watching over you, always. She will be remembered in our prayers.

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Name: Steve & Karen Samek

Date: 11/17/2011

Message: Dear family of Arlene,
Our prayers and thoughts are with each of you during this difficult time. She was a beautiful lady inside and out and will be missed by so many. Hold your memories close to your hearts. Our fondest memories were watching Arlene and Laverne dance. Remember now you have an "Angel" watching over you. Take care and may our heavenly Father wrap His loving arms around each of you.

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Name: Randy Laber

Date: 11/17/2011

Message: My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Jeff,Jerome,Kenny,Merle,Colleen,Shirley,Sharon and John, I'll always remember you guys. Especially you Jeff. Your Mom was great. God Bless you all.

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Name: Deb Hoffman

Date: 11/16/11

Message: My thoughts and prayers to the Klocke family on the loss of Arlene. She was a beautiful person and will be a great loss to many of us who knew her well. May your memories carry you through this trying time and keep you close to her in the years to come.


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Name: ALICE & LEROY KLOCKE

Date: 11/15/2011

Message: MAY YOU KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS AT THIS TIME OF YOUR GREAT SORROW MAY GOD GRANT YOU PEACE. YOU HAVE HAD OUR LOVE ALWAYS. I KNOW GOD WILL BRING YOU THOUGH THIS TIME OF GREAT SORROW.