James M. Kleinowski

James M. Kleinowski, 79, Franklin, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, March 6, 2023. He was born in Milwaukee on January 2, 1944, to the late John and Leona (Smittinger) Kleinowski. Jim married Diane after meeting her on a blind date, they were wed 50 years before she passed away in 2016. He took joy in spending time with his family as well as the outdoors. Jim enjoyed fishing, shooting pool, Wii bowling, throwing darts, corn hole and various yard games.

Jim is survived by his daughters Jodi (Dan) Peternel and Jeanne (Troy) Gueller, grandchildren AJ, and Ryan Peternel, Hannah and Seth Gueller, brother-in-law Al Kohls as well as other family members and his cherished friends at Brentwood.

Jim was preceded in death by his daughter Julie Kleinowski, brothers John (Elaine), Don (Terry) and Bill, in-laws Brian (Glenna) Kohls.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the MAX A. SASS FUNERAL HOME (8910 W. Drexel Ave., Franklin). Friends and family may gather from 10:00 AM until the 12:00 PM time of service at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Brookfield.