Service Information
Lori K. Kley, age 63, of New Ulm formerly of Winthrop passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.
Funeral Service will be Friday, June 28, 2024, 11:00 A.M. at Peace Lutheran Church in Winthrop with interment in the Winthrop Cemetery.
Visitation will be Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 5:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. and will continue one hour prior to the service on Friday, ALL at church.
Funeral Chapel
Dalin-Hantge Funeral Chapel
209 West Second Street
Winthrop, MN 55396
Phone:(507) 647-5326
Obituary
Lori Kay Kley was born on November 4, 1960, in Gaylord, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Margaret (Spoor) Woods and Dennis. Lori was baptized as an infant at the Methodist Church in Winthrop and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth at Augustana Lutheran Church in Gibbon, Minnesota. She received her education in Gibbon and was a graduate of the Gibbon High School class of 1979. Lori furthered her education at Ridgewater College in Hutchinson earning her nursing degree.
On September 28, 1979, Lori was united in marriage to Wayne Kley at Peace Lutheran Church in Winthrop. Together they raised two children, Brad and Lee Ann. They later divorced. She then spent many years with her significant other, Randy Zieske, who preceded her in death.
Lori resided in Winthrop and later moved to New Ulm in 2005. She was employed at EON Company in New Ulm as a home health care nurse, and previously at Good Samaritan in Winthrop, Green Giant, Elementary School in Gibbon in the cafeteria; and she co-owned Sunrise for Seniors in Winthrop.
Lori loved her animals and taking care of her pets, Libby and Jeb. She loved to read and sit down with a good cup of coffee. Lori was very proud of her children and loved them very much. She loved spending time with her girlfriends, Brenda and Edith, her aunt, Bernice, and other special friends. Lori enjoyed volunteering her time and donating to charities.
Lori passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis at the age of 63 years. Blessed be her memory.
Lori is survived by her:
Children, Brad Kley and his wife, Becky of Redwood Falls, MN, and
Lee Ann Kley of Ft. Lauderdale, FL;
Grandchildren, Cincere Kley;
Step-grandchildren, Alison (Max) Salazar, Joshua (Kandie) Sawatzky and Evan Leach;
Great-grandchildren, Kenai;
Step-great-grandchildren, Milo, Enzo, Jonathan, Lily;
Brother, Kevin Woods and his wife, Shelly of Winthrop, MN;
Her dog, Libby and her cat, Jeb;
Many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Lori was preceded in death by her Loving Mother, Margaret Woods and Dennis; Life Partner, Randy Zieske.
Reader Interactions
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Knoll Lisa says
Such a beautiful woman she will never be forgotten rest easy Lori
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Elsa Yohn says
Meet me on the mountian of glory dear friend!
Brad, Leanne, Cincere and Kley family Words cannot express the sadness and loss of Lori. She was always a giver and a healer…expecting nothing in return. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you follow the long journey of grief. Your mother was a true friend. So very sorry.Reply
Amy Walter says
Deepest sympathies for your loss. She ways very sweet person
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E. Vance says
Condolences to the family of Lori Kley. We will sure miss her. The Vance Family
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Shawn (Campa) Wilson says
I’m sending my deepest sympathies and love to the family of my cousin, Lori. She was a kind, caring, and gentle soul, and she will be truly missed. Rest in peace, Lori.
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Jasmine says
Lori always came over and Libby and Murphy (our pups) always played together. So sad to hear. Hope Libby goes to a good home! Such a good pretty dog.
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Curtis L Zieske says
“Bring us, O Lord God, at our last awakening
to enter into the gate and dwell in the house of heaven,
where there shall be no ends or beginnings
but one equal eternity in the habitation of thy glory.”
(John Donne)
“Requiescat in Pace,” dear Lori.
Rev. Curtis Zieske (Brother of your life partner, Randy)Reply
Jim and Jayne Hulke says
So sorry to hear this news. . . Lori and Randy where great neighbors. Rest in Peace.
Jayne and Jim HulkeReply
Jeanne Aufderheide says
I’m sad to hear about Lori’s passing. I haven’t seen her since our high school graduation but it seems she continued to be the kind, gentle person I knew back then. My deepest sympathies to her family.
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Carol Martinson says
I am deeply saddened by Lori’s passing. I had the privilege of knowing Lori through my sister, Nancy Anderson, who she cared for over 15 years in her role as nurse and caregiver at MBW/EON. I always felt better when I knew that Lori was on duty. She was a truly compassionate, caring person who loved her clients. They were much more than clients to Lori – they were cherished friends and family. All who knew her mourn her loss.
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Sharon Neubarth says
Lori was a very caring person, And love by all. So Sad.
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Jeanette Kokesch says
I’m so sad to hear about Lori’s passing. She was a beautiful soul and I will miss her dearly. Lori was a great co-worker/friend with a huge heart! Rest in peace my dear friend.
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