Alan Ray Klossing

Alan Ray Klossing, 65, of Sparta, WI, passed away on May 26, 2026, at Gundersen
Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, WI, after a courageous 12-year battle with
cancer.
Born on December 13, 1960, in Quincy, IL, Alan grew up in Carthage, IL. As an adult,
he moved to WI, where he raised his family. Following his divorce, he returned to
Carthage, IL. After being diagnosed with cancer in 2014, Alan continued working as
long as he was able. When his health no longer allowed him to continue working, he left
his job in 2017 and moved back to WI in 2018 to be closer to his children. He remained
a resident of Sparta, WI, for the rest of his life.
Alan spent many years working at Strata’s Foods, where he formed friendships that
lasted a lifetime. His co-workers became some of his closest friends, and he cherished
the relationships and memories he made with them over the years.
Above all else, Alan loved his family and friends. After returning to WI, one of his
greatest joys was spending time with his grandchildren, Alycia and Alex. He loved
watching them play sports, cheering them on from the stands, and having sleepovers
with them. Those special moments together brought him immense joy and created
memories that will be cherished forever.
Alan was known for his quick wit, playful sense of humor, and ability to make people
laugh. He loved fishing, playing bingo, playing cards and board games, scary movies,
and cheering on his beloved Green Bay Packers. Whether he was telling jokes, sharing
stories, or giving someone a hard time just to make others smile, Alan had a way of
bringing laughter into everyday moments.
Throughout his cancer journey, Alan faced each challenge with determination, humor,
and resilience. His strength and perseverance left a lasting impression on everyone who
knew him.
Alan is survived by his mother, Shirley; his children, Angela (Nathan) Jones, Amber
Klossing, and Michael (Victoria) Klossing; his siblings, Lester (Jr.), Danny (Theresa),
David, and Gayle; his grandchildren, Alycia, Alex, Sawyer, Lucile, Violet, and Brian; and
his first and only great-grandchild, Kade, whose arrival brought him immense joy and
whom he was grateful to have the opportunity to meet. He also leaves behind many

cherished nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and friends who will miss his
humor, friendship, and presence in their lives.
Alan will be remembered for his laughter, his strength, his love for his family and friends,
and the countless memories he created with those around him. Though he will be
deeply missed, the stories he told, the jokes he shared, and the love he gave will remain
in the hearts of all who knew him.
Flowers may be sent to Printy Funeral Home in Carthage, IL. In lieu of flowers,
memorial donations may be made in Alan’s honor to Sunshine on the Trail in Bangor,
WI, or Hancock County Fights Cancer in IL.
Visitation will be held on June 7, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Printy Funeral
Home in Carthage, IL. Funeral services will begin at 1:30 p.m. at the funeral home with
burial to follow at Moss Ridge Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather in
remembrance of Alan and celebrate a life filled with humor, perseverance, and love.