Solveig K. Claussen, 94, formerly of Kenosha, late of Michigan City, IN, passed away on Monday, April 9, 2012, at Clare Bridge Cottage of Michigan City. She was born on October 14, 1917, in Portland, ND, to the late Selmer T. and Hanna (Vermedahl) Klabo. She moved to Kenosha in 1962 and graduated from Carthage College in 1964. On June 2, 1951, she married Edward A. Claussen, Sr., in Fargo, ND. He preceded her in death on September 8, 2006. She retired as elementary school teacher for the Kenosha Unified School System. She was an avid golfer, bowler and enjoyed the sport of curling. Solveig was a forty-five year survivor of cancer. Surviving are a son, Edward A. "Chip" (Audrey) Claussen, Jr. of Michigan City; two grandchildren, Kyra Claussen of Oak Hill, WV, and Andrew Claussen of Michigan City; and two sisters, Hannah Noble of Three Oaks, MI, and Thelma Young of Los Angeles, CA. She was preceded in death by a sister, Ethel Durup. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at St. Mary's Lutheran Church at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be held on Tuesday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorials to St. Mary's Lutheran Church, 2001-80th Street, Kenosha, WI 53143, would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Solveig's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Troy Klabo and Family
April 18, 2012
My sincerest condolences to Chip and the entire Claussen family. Solveig will remain in my thoughts, memories and prayers. She touched many people, I will always remember her welcoming smile when we would visit in Kenosha. The Klabo's in NC are thinking of you all, and our hearts go out to you.
Joyce Gielas
April 17, 2012
I just want to send a prayer for Solveig. I was a her caretaker & really enjoyed working for her. In the beginning it was kind of tough for her to get use to a new person, but as time went on I grew very fond of her & her of me. I learned alot from Solveig, & had many wonderful nites with her. I will miss her dearly & will always remember her. I never heard of the word uffda till I met her & just loved when she would say that. She was a real survivor & was a great example for me. I would watch her ride her bike in the basement every nite. I fiqured if she could do it at her age I could do it too. We had many great walks & talks. We also loved watching wheel of fortune together. I would get so excited, when she would like something that I cooked for her, & loved when she would say your a good little girl. Solveig & I celebrated our birthdays on the same day. Solveig, I love u & u will never be forgotten by me. God be with u always.Love from one of your little helpers. Joyce