Wendy Lee Kjelstad

Wendy  L.  Kjelstad, age 62 of Clear Lake, WI passed away unexpectedly at United Hospital  in  St. Paul, MN on July 23, 2022 with her family at her side.

Wendy Lee Kjelstad was born on August 18, 1959 in Red Wing, MN the daughter of Robert & Ardella (Lemke)      Kjelstad.  She was baptized in Albany, MN and confirmed at Concordia Lutheran Church in Red Wing.   Wendy grew up in Red Wing, MN, attended Concordia Lutheran School there and graduated from Red Wing High School in 1977.  On May 7, 1983 she was married to Charlie Bach in Red Wing, MN, and they later divorced.  She attended the Red Wing Technical College in 1989 and obtained her certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse.  Over the years she worked in many different health care settings.  In the early 2000’s, Wendy moved to and made her home in Clear Lake, WI.  She worked at the Golden Age Manor Nursing Home in Amery, WI for many years.   In her spare time,  Wendy enjoyed cooking, watching Hallmark movies, traveling, socializing and spending time with her friends and family.  She was also a member of  First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI.  Wendy was an amazing friend to all.  She made every effort for friends and family to feel welcome and loved unconditionally.  She always lived life unselfishly and devoted herself to caring for others, especially her  children.  Wendy will be remembered for her big heart, unwavering love for family, and the kind soul she was.

She is preceded in death by her son, Rob Kjelstad;  father, Robert Kjelstad;

grandparents, Ole Kjelstad & Lois Swanson,   Otto & Clara Lemke; 

aunts & uncles, Marion & Pete Nelson, Allegra & Art Sjurseth; 

cousins, Dan Sjurseth & Michelle Campbell;

& Godparents, Adeline & Jim Campbell 

Survived by

Mother  -  Ardella Kjelstad,   Daughter  -  Melissa Johnson, 

Grandchildren  -  Taylor Luster, Graham Johnson &  Benjamin Johnson,

Brother & Sister  -  Steve Kjelstad  &  Tammy (Jeff) Hinrichs,

Nieces   -  Tiffany (Kenny) Gappa  &  Steph (Mike) Kirchner,

Great Nieces & Nephews  -  Brady & Hunter Kirchner,  Drake, Charlie & Abby Gappa,

Her Clear Lake Family of Friends

Clergy - Pastor Bryan Anderson        Music -  Brian Wick

Pallbearers  -Jeff Hinrichs, Kenny Gappa, Drake Gappa , Charlie Gappa, Abbigale Gappa,  Mike Kirchner, 

Brady Kirchner  &  Hunter Kirchner

Honorary Pallbearers  -  Wendy’s Clear Lake Family

Grandsons  -  Taylor Luster, Graham Johnson  &   Benjamin Johnson    &  “Son # 2”  -  Rhett Steffen

Memorial Service at  2pm on  Friday,  July 29,  2022 at  First Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, WI.

Visitation  -  Friday,  July 29,  2022 at  First Lutheran Church   from  1  -  2 pm

Interment at Clear Lake Cemetery.

There will be a Celebration of Wendy’s Life at the Sandbox Bar & Grill following the Graveside Service

Scheuermann Funeral Home and Cremation Services are handling the arrangements.

www.clearlakefuneralhome.com  715-263-2125

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