Joseph P. Kluss, of Watertown, age 72, passed away Thursday, August 2, 2018, after a long battle of cancer. Joe was born in Crandon, WI, on August 17, 1945, to Joseph and Francis (Pasholk) . He married Susan Stroede on May 10, 1969 at St. Elizabeth Church in Milwaukee. He retired as Quality Control Manager from Mantel Machine Products Inc. in Menominee Falls, WI. Joe enjoyed ATV riding, NASCAR, basically anything involving racing. Most of all, he loved being with his family and sharing long winded stories. Joe will be sadly missed by his sons; Andrew (Val) Kluss of Watertown, Brian Kluss (Emily,)of Watertown, granddaughters; Piaa and Gweneth Kluss of Watertown, sister; Elizabeth Marvin of Green Bay and many other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife, Susan and his parents. A celebration of Joe's life will be held at a later date. Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home is serving the family. The family welcomes the sharing of memories and on line condolences which may be sent at www.watertownwifuneralhome.com.