Joseph M. Kloss Jr., age 71, passed away on Friday, February 18, 2022. He was born in Milwaukee on September 9, 1950 the son of the late Joseph and Gladys (Richert) Kloss Sr. On August 21, 1978 he married his wife of 44 years, Pamela Vanneste. Joe worked for Bemis for many years as a machine operator. He enjoyed the outdoors which included camping with Pam, woodworking, stained glass, and playing golf with his friends. Joe will remembered for being a very social person who stood up for his beliefs.

Joe is survived by his wife, Pam; children: Aaron (Jessica) Kloss and Tracy (Nate) Wilhelms; grandchildren: Anastasia and Liam Kloss, and Alexa, Aiden and Ethan Wilhelms; sister, Carolynn (Jim) Scharping; and brother, Richard “Dick” Kloss. He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandson, Jackson Kloss.

A celebration of Joseph’s life will be held at a later time.

The family extends a special thank you to the staff at Cherry Meadows Hospice for their wonderful care.