Beloved father, brother, uncle, godfather and dear friend passed away on Tuesday, June 28, 2016, at the age of 69, with his son by his side. He was the son of the late Vincent and Virginia Klemko. Gregory was born on February 7, 1947. Greg graduated from St. John the Baptist School in 1961 and Westosha Central High school in 1965. Greg was an avid sports fan, and participated in wrestling, football, and baseball at Westosha High School. Greg entered the United States Air Force in 1971, and served his country for four years. He went on to have a successful career as a mason and then owned a masonry business for many years. He later became a certified building inspector, serving many of the communities throughout southwestern Wisconsin. Greg's only son, Ryan Michael Klemko, was born February 3, 1982. Greg was a little league coach, influencing numerous young athletes in the Kenosha area. Greg's passion for coaching and his dedication to the game inspired many, including his son. He will forever be remembered for his devotion to the Chicago Cubs, and his favorite quote "Let's play two." -Ernie Banks. In addition to baseball, Greg loved spending time hunting with his late father, and his late cousin and dear friend, Michael Klemko, and other family and friends. Above all, Greg loved spending time with his family, and caring for his mother in her final years. Greg is survived by his son, Ryan (Emily) Klemko of Colorado; former spouse, Karen (Mark) Furgal of Georgia; and his five siblings, Vince (Nancy) Klemko of Waterford, Janet (Bjarne) Wichmann of Michigan, Jeff (Patty) Klemko of Missouri, Nancy Miller of Minnesota and Tom Klemko of Arizona. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews, Justin (Kelly) Miller, Jason Miller, Jette Wichmann, Steen Wichmann, Brian (Jennifer) Klemko, Kathy (Chad) Gordon and Chris (Brenna) Klemko; and his goddaughter, Natalie Klemko. Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent Klemko and Virginia Klemko; and his cousin and close friend, Michael Klemko. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 21st, at St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1501-172nd Avenue, Union Grove, WI 53182, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11:00 a.m. After Mass, a short service will be held in St. John the Baptist Church Cemetery with full military honors. Greg will be privately laid to rest at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove, WI. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are greatly appreciated.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Greg’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com