On Sunday, Nov. 10, Ralph Jerome Klaassen, loving son, brother and friend, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 54 in Bossier City, La.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30 at the Community Evangelical Free Church in Platteville. There will be a visitation time from 1–2 p.m. at the church building. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Community Christian Fellowship (CCF) in Lindale, Texas, or Community EF Church in Platteville.

The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory in Platteville is assisting the family with local arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.melbyfh.com.

A complete obituary is in the November 27, 2019 issue of The Platteville Journal.