Wayne Klatt

wayne klatt

Wayne A. Klatt, 60, Fargo passed away Sunday, July 15, 2012 at the Palliative Care Unit of Sanford Health, Fargo with his son at his bedside after a courageous battle with cancer.

Wayne was born March 31, 1952 in Moorhead, MN to Cecil and Cecilia (Vohl) Klatt. Wayne graduated from Kindred High School in 1970. Wayne went to work for Fargo Iron and Metal (Gerdau Ameristeel), a company he worked for until his passing.

Wayne enjoyed scuba diving, fishing and traveling. He had a passion for motorcycles, including riding his Harley Davidson. Wayne loved to cook, especially grilling.

Wayne is survived by his son Shawn, New Orleans, LA; mother, Cecilia, Kindred, ND; siblings, Jackie (Hal) Rosenheim, Fargo, ND, Alan (Nancy) Klatt, Grand Forks, ND, Steve Klatt, Fargo, ND; niece, Jill (Sylvain) Lesne, St. Louis Park, MN; nephews, Brian Klatt, Grand Forks, ND, and John Klatt, Grand Forks, ND.

Wayne was preceded in death by his father, Cecil.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Hospice of the Red River Valley.

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  1. Fargo To all of Wayne’s family, I am so sorry to hear of Wayne’s death and not to have known till today. Wayne was a very dear friend to me and my children. He watched out for us when we lived by ourselves in the country and we shared fun times with our kids, fishing in the summer and sledding in the winter. He was always there when we needed him whether it was to protect us from fears or to join us for bonfires and happy times. We lost touch over the years but have often talked about him and wondered how he fared. Mary Rose and Dacotah remember him well. I wish we could have been there for him as he was for us.
    Kate

  2. Omaha NEI only met Wayne once, but it didn’t take long to know what a great guy he was. I really enjoyed hanging out with him and listening to his stories.

  3. Moorhead MN
    Those we love don’t go away they walk beside us everyday unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed & very dear , you will be missed dearly Wayne you have touch many people with your friendly smile, and how you would do anything for anyone. You have a big heart and I was blessed to have known you.

  4. Prather CARIP Wayne. It’s been so many years since I’ve seen you, but I remember our high school years like it was yesterday. We had some great times. We can thank Clay for being at the helm for most of them. You will be missed and I will always remember the good times we had.

  5. Valley NebraskaWayne,
    It was extremely hard to see you leave us this weekend. I have found comfort knowing you are no longer suffering and in a much better place watching over the rest of us that have been left behind. You were like a second father to me and I will always cherish the fun memories and adventures we had together during the 30 years I got to share with you.
    When I think of you, I will smile and remember the laughs and jokes we shared and our times walking together on the beach in Mexico picking up sea shells for hours on end- we both had a love for that!!
    Your laughter and your sense of adventure and having a good time is something I will miss deeply. I know you will be watching over your son Shawn, my father Clay, me and all of those you loved. Rest in peace.
    Love,
    Jessie Rae

  6. Fargo ND
    What a great friend you were to so many! You always had a smile on your face and a kind word for everybody.
    May the roads in Heaven pave your way to everlasting peace.
    You will be missed so very very much!
    Until we meet again……..

  7. moorhead mn.I haven’tseen wayne for about 40 years. I was working at fargo iron when wayne was hired. I left and was a moorhead firefighter for 27 years. I worked with him for about 2 or 3 years. he was quite a guy. I liked him and i think we got along quite well. I am very sorry to see him go. Mike.

  8. Fargo No DakI always enjoyed visiting with Wayne,he had a kind,caring soul,and Shawn he loved you deeply.May God and all your dear memories comfort you today and always. Wayne you will be missed by many,rest in peace my friend.

  9. Never a dull moment with Wayne. Lived live to the fullest. You will be forever missed and never forgotten. Wayne is without pain now. Love You.

  10. Detroit Lakes mnI have so many great memories of the life and times of Wayne. He had the heart of a giant…it showed in how he was there for his friends any time they needed him, with or without someone asking. I only wish I could have helped him more… He is in a peaceful place with the rest of our departed friends… planning a bike run with his new Harley in Heaven. (You know, they give those out to the fun loving bikers.) RIP my dear friend. Love ya, Teri

  11. I can see Wayne now, the same as on sunday morning right after he left us, walking down the road with a cane pole over his shoulder, heading to the Sheyenne south of Kindred, for a day of fishing,,,,,,,,,,,,,,smilin!!! Rest in peace Wayne. We will see you again!

    clay

  12. MexicoI meet him time ago, he show me care and friendship. We call to each other brother and sister. I will miss to know about his adventures and plans riding and fishing. But he is going to stay close to us, with a discrete smile. To his son,,, He love you so much. See you soon my friend.

  13. Christine ND
    It’s been a few years since I’ve seen Wayne, but he always made me laugh. I have good memories of him.

  14. Moorhead mnSo saddened to hear of Waynes passing, also realizing he is now in a better place, we know he is at peace on that highway in the sky. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Waynes family and friends. Wayne will always be remembered as a great and friendly guy, it had been a long time since we saw him, but will always remember his crazy antics and the fun times he always had! RIP Wayne…..

  15. Moorhead MN
    Wayne Klatt was the best friend I ever had. His passing is so sad, but he’s no longer suffering, and n a much better place. Wayne, you will never be forgotten…

  16. Wayne was an incredible person. Always full of life and so giving.

    To all his friends and family may time and love bring you peace…..

  17. Moorhead MN
    I was so sorry when I heard about Wayne’s passing. I’m glad that his suffering is over, but he was way too young to have to go through what he went through.

    To Wayne’s Family: Please call if there is anything I can do for you.

    God Bless Wayne’s memory.


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