George Raymond Klass

George Raymond Klass, 94, Cornell, passed away Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at Cornell Health Services, where he has been a resident for the last four years.

George was born Feb. 26,1928, to George and Margaret (Misfelt) Klass, in Ladysmith.

He grew up on the family farm in the Town of Arthur, in rural Cornell. He attended Eleanor Grade School and graduated from Cadott High School in 1956.

George entered the Army Reserves in April of 1956. After that, he attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering, then worked for the space program in Florida, for several years. He also worked for General Electric in Florida, and California. He was also a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Cornell, for many years.

He is survived by his nephews – Don (Connie) Klass, Eau Claire, and Dennis (Cindie) Klass, Cornell; his nieces – Sandra (Ron) Kadlec, Cornell, Gloria (Joe) Weller, Lake Alfred, Fla., and Kathy (Lyle) Briggs, Cadott; and by many great-nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents – George and Margaret Klass; two brothers – Frank Klass and William Klass; and two sisters-in-law – Wilda Klass and Elaine Klass.

A special thank you to Cornell Health Services and St. Croix Hospice, for the outstanding care George received from them! George loved you all and appreciated everything you did for him.

Per his request, no services will be held. Online condolences may be expressed at bortonleiserfuneralhome. com.

Borton-Leiser Funeral Home and Cremation service in Cornell, is assisting the family.