Jetmore – Ralph (Mike) T. Klinge, 74, passed away March 25, 2023 at his home in Hodgeman County.

He was born December 2, 1948 in Denver, CO, the son of Ralph W. and Thelma Lee Taylor Klinge.  A longtime area resident, he was a self-employed Truck Driver.

Survivors include: two sons, Shawn (Donna) Klinge, Sobieski, WI, Shad (Leah) Klinge, Overland Park, KS; Companion, Margaret Ann Schlereth, Jetmore, KS; step-daughter, LeAnna (John) Smith, Giltner, NE; brother, Johnny D. (Karen) Klinge, Garden City, KS; sister, Connie Lee Freel, Wright, KS; nine grandchildren; three step grandchildren; seven great grandchildren and three step great grandchildren.

Funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 30, 2023 at United Presbyterian Church, Jetmore, with Pastor Dave Johnson presiding.  Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore.  Cremation will follow the funeral service.

Memorials may be given to Hodgeman County EMS or Hodgeman County Foundation in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.