William D. Klepper

William D. “Bill” Klepper, age 76 passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, July 3, 2025 at his home in Bean Blossom.

Bill was born November 7, 1948 in Indianapolis, to his parents, the late John F. and Alice L.  (Fansler) Klepper. He was a 1968 graduate of Brown County High School and went on to proudly serve with the United States Army, assisting with transportation of supplies in Germany during the Vietnam War. During his time in Germany, he also aided in the Berlin German-American Volksfest in 1969 and 1970, which focused in bringing Germans and Americans together in a convivial environment.

After his military service, Bill channeled his passion for building into a successful career as a construction contractor. He was instrumental in constructing numerous homes throughout the Brown County area, including the beloved Little Nashville Opry, a testament to his craftsmanship and dedication to the community. He was a member of the American Legion Post 13 in Brown County. In addition to his professional accomplishments, Bill was an ordained minister who took great joy in uniting friends in marriage

Bill found enjoyment in feeding the hummingbirds, taking care of his aquariums and tending to his 100+ house plants. He was a fan of the Indiana Pacers and NASCAR. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his friends and family. Bill will be remembered most for his generous heart, unwavering love of family and friends, being a friend to all and his ability to make others laugh.

He will be missed by his children, Jonathan “Jon” Klepper of Bean Blossom, Douglas Monroe of Bloomington and Tonia Klepper of North Vernon; grandchildren, Javier, Jalanni, Jaliana and Jazzari Monroe, Christian and Audrey Redmon and Ayla, Declan, Malachi, and Kelsey Alchin; siblings, Mary Ayers of Brown County and John Zelinga of Chicago, IL. as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Bill was preceded in death by his parents, several siblings and a step-son, James Alchin.

A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held on Saturday, August 2nd beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the Fruitdale Volunteer Fire Department. Military honors will be presented by the Brown County Honor Guard at 10 a.m. followed by a luncheon and a time for sharing. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meredith-Clark Funeral Home in Morgantown.

Online condolences may be made to Bill’s children at meredith-clark.com.

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