Elaine Joyce Kleiser
October 23, 1943 ~ May 17, 2026
Elaine Joyce Klumb Kleiser, 82, died on May 17, 2026. She was born in Louisville on October 23, 1943, to the late John Charles and Mary Lee Schott Klumb. Elaine graduated from Atherton High School in 1961, and from the University of Kentucky in 1965. She belonged to the University of Kentucky Fellows Society and was a member of the Hole-in-One Club at Old Bridge Golf Course. In addition to her parents, Elaine was predeceased by her husband Roy Douglas Kleiser.
Elaine is survived by her daughter Sandra Kleiser, son, Wade (Genny) Kleiser, grandchildren, Hagan Kleiser, Quinton Kleiser, Eleanor Black, and Naomi Black, and a brother, Clifford Allen Klumb.
The funeral service will be at 1 pm on Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Stith Funeral Home in Danville. Visitation will be from 11 am to 1 pm prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Make-A-Wish Foundation Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana or the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
Services
Visitation: May 28, 2026 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Stith Funeral Home - Danville
318 West Broadway
Danville, KY 40422
(859) 236-2113
Funeral Service: May 28, 2026 1:00 pm
Stith Funeral Home - Danville
318 West Broadway
Danville, KY 40422
(859) 236-2113
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Elaine Joyce Kleiser 's name.
Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation
380 Knollwood St., Suite H #125
Winston Salem,
NC
27103
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Linda,
Thank you for your kind thoughts and for taking the time to leave a message. It means a great deal to our family to know that others are thinking of Mom and remembering her.
With gratitude,
Wade and Family
Mary Ellen,
Thank you so much for your heartfelt message. It means a lot to hear how much Mom’s presence was appreciated in Kings Ridge. She truly enjoyed her friendships and neighbors there, and it is comforting to know that she left such a positive impression on those around her.
Our family deeply appreciates your prayers and condolences.
Warm regards,
Wade and Family
Brad,
Thank you for your thoughtful words and for remembering Mom so fondly. You captured her spirit perfectly. She loved family gatherings, good food, Kentucky basketball, and most of all her grandchildren. Nora and Naomi were truly the lights of her life. We appreciate you taking the time to share these memories and keep her spirit alive.