It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mary Elizabeth (Voorhees) Kleckler (87) of Big Rapids, Michigan, who passed away on September 20, 2025 at the Big Rapids Fields. She was born on May 17, 1938 in Cadillac, Michigan to Frank and Alice (Harris) Voorhees.

She married Wayne Kenneth Kleckler on June 26, 1954, and together they had three children: Wayne "Ken" Kenneth Kleckler, Jr., Keith Warren Kleckler, and Susan "Sue" (Kleckler).

Mary was known for her concern for others, and she enjoyed spending time with family. She was very private in her faith.

Mary is survived by her brother: Michael (Gail) Voorhees; son: Wayne "Ken" (Ellane) Kleckler, Jr ; daughter: Sue (Greg) Glandon; grandsons: Nick Kleckler and Cory (Antonella) Martin; granddaughter: Jessica (Scott) Yoss; as well as several nieces and nephews, and special friends at the Big Rapids Fields.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Kenneth Kleckler, son: Keith Warren Kleckler; parents: Frank and Alice (Harris) Voorhees; siblings: Jim (Betty) Voorhees, Beverly Voorhees, Bertie (Dick) Black; Bill (Toni) Voorhees; Connie Voorhees; Patricia (Bob) Howell; Edward "Tommy" Voorhees, and Brian (Chris) Voorhees.

Arrangements are in the care of Daggett Gilbert Funeral Homes, Big Rapids. A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, September 25, 2025, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Mary will be cremated, and a burial service will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery on Friday, October 3, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. To share a memory or condolence, please visit www.daggetfuneral.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or the American Cancer Society.

Mary will be lovingly remembered by all her family and friends.