A funeral will be held Tuesday, March 25, 2025 for 87-year-old Blanche Ann Klein of Sainte Genevieve, Mo. who passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at Ste. Genevieve Care Center in Sainte Genevieve, Mo.
She was born September 15, 1937 in Ste Genevieve, Mo., her father: John Dallas; and her mother: Theresa Dallas.
She married Donald “Donnie” Klein May 3, 1958. He preceded her in death. They were married 66+ years.
She is survived by a son: Ronald “Ronnie” (Pam) Klein of Sainte Genevieve, Mo. and their children: Taylor (Doug) Worley and Ally (Kyle Daum) Klein; a son: Dennis (Barb) Klein of Manchester, Mo. and their children: Emily Klein and Brent (Becky) Klein with their children: Henry and Eleanor; a son: Gary Klein of Sainte Genevieve, Mo., and his daughter: Danielle Klein; a son: William “Billy” (Cindy) Klein of Sainte Genevieve, Mo., and their children, Gavin Klein and Grant (Angie) Klein and their children: Hunter and Wyatt;
She was also preceded in death by her father-in-law: William J. Klein; her mother-in-law: Freida M. Klein; two brothers: Harvey Dallas and Wilfred Dallas; four sisters: Vernetta Wood, Rosemary Roth, Regina Ramer, and Bernadine Kreitler.
Blanche’s work career included 40+ years in factories within Ste. Genevieve.
Blanche spent her life tending to family, which included Donnie’s career in racing. She was always by his side until her physical condition limited her ability to attend.
She loved to cook, bake and share the goodies with everyone around her. She enjoyed crocheting, quilting, soap operas, game shows and puzzles as well as a good bingo or card game. She enjoyed visiting “the boat” with friends to play the penny slots, much to Donnie’s chagrin. However, when she brought home some winnings, she made sure Donnie was the first to know.
Blanche was known to be the life of the party. During her final days, her wit and sense of humor continued to amuse those around her. To quote several of the people who tended to her needs over the past several years. “She’s a hoot!”
Visitation will be 9:30-11 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at St. Joseph Church in Zell, Mo.
A funeral mass for 87-year-old Blanche Ann Klein of Sainte Genevieve, Mo. will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at St. Joseph Church in Zell, Mo. The clergy will be Rev. Ryan Weber.
Ceremonies will conclude after graveside service at St. Joseph Cemetery in the niche.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Zell.
The family has asked for planting a memorial tree through the Basler Funeral Home website to help with the nation’s forest.
She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.
Online condolences can be left at www.baslerfuneralhome.com