Charles R. Klubertanz

COTTAGE GROVE - Charles Ray Klubertanz, age 72, of Cottage Grove, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2017 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born on Oct. 29, 1944 in Madison, the son of Cyril and Harriet Klubertanz. He married Carol Wolf on Dec. 30, 1968 in Madison. He was married to the love of his life for 49 years. Charles graduated from Madison East High School in 1962. After graduation, he joined the U.S. Army and served for four years. He thoroughly enjoyed his military time while he was stationed in Hawaii. He soon after began his job at Oscar Mayer where he spent 33 years until he retired in 2000. Charles was an avid Packers, Badger, and Brewers fan. If he couldnt watch the game he always had it on his radio along with plenty commentary of his own. His love for baseball was especially great, as there wasnt an old ball diamond in Dane County he hadnt played on. His family was the most important to him. He loved giving rides on his golf cart to anyone who would stop by. The grandchildren especially enjoyed the rides on Papas cart. They were his pride and joy. Early on Charles enjoyed hunting and fishing with his buddies. Gus, was his first and only hunting dog, whom he trained himself. He also had a love for German Shepherds. Carol and he had seven of them all together! Another hobby of Charles was his yard. He always made sure it looked immaculate. He especially loved the daisies out front. Charles is survived by the love of his life, Carol; his daughters, Carmen Klubertanz (Eddie Amoros), of Springfield, VA and Angela Klubertanz of Cottage Grove; his son, Deron Klubertanz (Christina) also of Cottage Grove; grandchildren, Nicholas, Jada, Sofia, and Sky; and sisters, Carole Ulsaver, Delores Haak (Ken), Joyce Krogman, and Marion Hernandez (Gary). He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews, and many close friends. The family would like to thank Dr. Campbell and his staff at the UW Carbone Cancer Center. Also to the staff at Agrace HospiceCare for their constant availability and support during Charles stay at home and then at Agrace. A memorial service will be held at DOOR CREEK CHURCH, 6602 Dominion Dr., Madison on Friday, Aug. 11, 2017 beginning at noon. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday form 10 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established with donations to Agrace HospiceCare and the UW Carbone Cancer Center. All Faiths Funeral & Cremation Services Madison (608)442-0477 www.866allfaiths.com