David Klute, age 60, of Belvidere, Illinois died Saturday morning, December 17, 2005 in his home surrounded by his loving family. David was born October 24, 1945 in Niles, MI the son of Henry W. and Helen C. (Babcock) Klute. Over the years, David worked as a sales representative for various agricultural supply companies. Growing up he excelled in baseball and tennis. David earned a tennis scholarship to Western Michigan University where he graduated with a bachelor's degree in science. Passions in life included his love to fish, bake and cook as well as bowl. As an avid bowler, he had a 300 game, served as president for three bowling leagues and was the former secretary/treasurer for the Men's Bowling Association in Belvidere.Survivors include his daughter, Christa Klute of Belleville, WI; sisters, Darla (Floyd) Walls and Vicki Papczynski both of Niles, MI; step-children, Richard (Mary) Baker of Groose Isle, MI, Dan (Jan) Baker of Cobb, WI and Becca (Rob) Trimble of Belvidere, IL; seven Step-Grandchildren and three Step-Great-Grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews; special friend, Sheila Baker of Belvidere, IL.David is predeceased by his parents, Henry Klute and Helen Roberts, and infant sister, Susan D. Klute.

A memorial will be established in David's name and can be given in care of the family.