Vivian H. Klinner

Vivian Hilda Klinner, 90, Wausau, died Sunday, August 6, 2023, under palliative care.

She was born January 4, 1933, in Shawano, WI. Daughter of the late Adolf and Mary (Dittman) Runge. Vivian was a graduate of Shawano High School and completed her nursing degree at Deacones Nursing School. On October 3, 1953, she married Earl R. Klinner, of Denmark, WI. He preceded her in death March 21, 2011.

Prior to her retirement, Vivian was a Labor and Delivery nurse for Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She and Earl were both very active members of the Schofield Lions' Club. Vivian and Earl were founding members of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church. She also took part in Mt. Olive Helping Hands, Quilters, the 55 Club, LWML, funeral meals, Autumn Fest, bible study, and the Altar Guild.

Vivian is survived by her daughter, Tamara Klinner of Wausau; grandchildren, Haley (Jesse) Anderson of Athens and Jordan Baumann of Weston; great-grandchildren, Keagan, Rebekah, Colton, and Ryleigh Anderson of Athens; siblings, Karen Jaeger, Keith Runge of Shawano, and Dennis Runge of California; 4 nieces and nephews; and countless friends.

Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca Baumann, in 2003; her son-in-law, Arnie Baumann; in 2021; and nephews Jacob and Al Jaeger.

A celebration of Vivian’s life will be held on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, Weston. The Reverend Lance Hoelscher will officiate. Entombment will follow at Restlawn Memorial Park, Wausau. The family will receive guests beginning at 10:00 am for visitation with service to follow at 11:00 am.

Our family would like to extend our deepest gratitude to the ladies of the sewing club for their constant care and compassion. Vivian loved each and every one of you.