David Klepperich
March 1, 1964 ~ January 20, 2014
David E. Klepperich, 49, Fargo passed away suddenly in his sleep on Monday, January 20, 2014.
David was born March 1, 1964 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Ed and Mary Lou (Franz) Klepperich. David grew up in Hickson, ND graduating from Kindred High School in 1982. He attended the University of North Dakota. While in school, he worked at the Chester Fritz Auditorium where he met his future wife, Tre Goethals. While at UND, he joined the Air National Guard. Tre and Dave were married on March 19, 1988.
David had many professions, including chef, electrician, DirecTV Technician, construction and maintenance. One of the things he was most proud of was rebuilding his family’s home, but the most important thing to him was his children and family.
His hobbies included collecting knives and trains, preparing salsa from his garden and cooking. He loved sports, especially the New York Yankees.
He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Theresa (Tre), Fargo; mother, Mary Lou, Fargo; children, Amanda, Moorhead, Bryan, Minneapolis, Christina, Grand Forks; brother, Tom (Jackie) Klepperich, Big Horn, WY, three sisters, Jodi (Lee) Ernst, Prior Lake, MN, Denise (Rick) Hertel, West Fargo, Cathi (Jon) Tiedeman, Moorhead, 35 nieces and nephews and 7 great-nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ed.
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Fargo Dave was a great man and will be missed,so sorry for you loss.
fargo ND
David, my friend! I had sooo much fun with you in Casselton at the softball game that we saw each other at – and you let me drive your Cadillac!!!!!! I will miss you bunches!!
grand Forks I remember David from the Air National Guard, We were together on many projects and trips. I am very sorry for your loss.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this most trying time.
Theresa, we at Serco are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
I am sadden to hear that Dave has passed away. I knew Dave just a few weeks as I worked with Dave at the store he took on to work part time on weekends. Dave good humor and wit made working with him a real pleasure. I could see that he was a hard working person and good at what he does. My sincere sympathies to his wife and family. Craig Bergeron
Theresa and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. So very sorry for your loss. Dave may be gone physically, but will always be with in heart, mind and soul.
Kathy Carbno
Minnetonka MN
– Minnesota
I will always remember your wit and smarty pants antics~ So sad to see you go old friend. Blessings and best wishes to your family
Fargo ND
So sorry for your loss. Dave was a fine man and will be missed.
Fargo My thoughts are with you. Prayers go out to your family. May your faith be your strength during this time.
Love,
Clover
Theresa, my heart goes out to you and your family. Letting you know I am thinking and praying for you.
Fargo ND
To Daves family, I had the pleasure of working with Dave at Evans Place, Got to know how great of a guy he was, how much he loved his family, and looking so forward to him and his wife building their home on their lake prop. There were always smiles, and laughter with Dave, he just was one of the kindest guys ever.
God Bless Theresa and all of his children,
He will be greatly missed by me and all of us here at Evans Place.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. All of us were blessed to have known Dave,
West Fargo ND
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this trying time. Please pass my best wishes on to Amanda from Kayla and I also.
Jeff and Peg
Fargo ND
My family and I are thinking of your and y our family during this trying time Theresa. Remember the great trips you and Dave took recently. You have many great memories and have wonderful children together.
Theresa and family, my heart and love are with you. May memories, thoughts and love surround you at this time.
Wolverton MN
So sorry for your loss, stay strong.
Eden Prairie minnesotaWe all lost a good man. It was a joy to go to school with David and to work with him at Oxbow. I pray for family and friends of David.
Easley South CarolinaJudy and I are sorry for your loss. We wish we could be there with you but do know that ours prayers are offered. Peace to you Are and your family. Greg.
Fargo ND
Miss Theresa, Miss Amanda, and family,
I am so very sorry about your loss. I only met Dave once and very briefly but I know from your stories that he was a wonderful man, husband, and Dad. I wish you all comfort as you focus on the good times and fabulous memories you all share. Much love and many hugs to you all.
Love, Miss Peg
West Fargo Theresa & Cathi & family: Steve and I are so very sorry to hear about Dave. Please know that we are thinking of you and are holding you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love and Strength to you.
Carol