Dear Dorit & family

Ruth and I were greatly saddened when we learm=ned of Klaus' death from my brother Alan in Winnipeg. While it is many years since we were last in contact, we remember with great fondness our friendship in Winnipeg while Klaus and I studied and worked in Marcel Blanchaer's laboratory, and subsequently your hospitality when we visited with you in Germany while we were living in England. Klaus was not only a talented scientist, he was also a delightful colleague and thoughtful mentor.

We share our prayers and condolences with you for your loss.

Oh Wrogemann family, I am so sorry to hear of the death of Klaus.

I remember coming by to drop off a Christmas card for Jens one Dec. 24 morning and Klaus inviting me and my dad in for Heidesand and Henckell-Trocken, which led to a tradition between our two families that lasted for many years.

Another great memory is having visited up at the trailer at Horsehoe Lake to help plant the huge vegetable garden with Jens and Mark. Klaus' famed frugality had led him to purchase an ancient Briggs & Stratton rototiller, and when we pulled the worn starter cord, the handle came off just as the engine roared to life, entangling the cord in the guts of the engine. We opened up the engine and disentangled the cord, and I was able to whittle a handle from a branch (with my own trusty Swiss Army knife) so we could make the rototiller work once more. When he heard about our makeshift solution, Klaus was so tickled that he issued me a standing invitation to the lake!

I remember also his dry wit and his deep kindness.

I got a chuckle reading this obituary full of humour and love. It brought back so many warm memories of a wonderful man. Familie Wrogemann, you are all in my heart .

After so many years, I was able to visit with Klaus and Dorit at the beginning of October at SBH and I am so glad that I was able to see him one last time. It was wonderful to reminisce about my days as his PhD student in his lab while in the Department of Human Genetics (1987-91). Klaus was an exceptional mentor who exemplifed all that a scientist should encompass. He had a passion for all that he did - as so beautifully articulated in the obituary. Certainly, whether conscious or not, I learned the value of working hard, appreciating the success of my students, and paying it forward. I also do not like to write grants... May he rest in peace after a life well-lived.

Beautifully written obituary. I will remember the work Klaus and Dorit did with the Metryckis in University Heights. Another important time to stand up and make sure it was done right. Thinking of you, Dorit and family.

❤️ Thank you Klaus for all the wonderfull moments in Canada and Tatendorf, Germany. You will stay in my mind and my heart. Yours Jobst

I was sorry to hear of the passing of Klaus. We were colleagues at the University of Manitoba, fellow members of the Board of Directors for the Manitoba Medical Service Foundation and importantly members of the "Moby Dick" Fishing Club. I fondly remember multiple fishing trips up north with Dick D, Newman S and Klaus. Klaus was always keen to drive as I don't think he trusted the rest of us to keep on time and not break the speed limit. Klaus was the only person I know that would, without fail, make use of the kilometer markers on the highway to verify the accuracy of our speedometer. On our trips, you could set your watch by the time he handed you a gin and tonic - 6 o'clock already? I confess, I'm not very good at fishing, but I loved the art and science that Klaus brought to every outing - rig, lure, spinner, bait used, location/direction of the boat, wind water depth (and colour?) - decisions, decisions. Memories? - I will not forget Kaus - his picture is on my coffee mug. Brilliant!

Thank you Klaus for your wonderful contributions to our community in Birchwood Heights, and for teaching many Obornes how to ski. We enjoyed our mountain trips together with the Wrogemanns for many years. We knew you were a legend at home and in the research world, but to some of us - you were a European Ski God. We listened to your instructions and learned much.

We in Tatendorf have very fond memories of Klaus' and Dorit's visits to us, which were unfortunately far too rare but always so wonderful.

For example very nice evenings in front of the fire basket and Klaus' interesting stories, our great bike tour along the Elbe for several days... The bikes and other technical equipment in Tatendorf were always happy to be repaired by Klaus, the multitalented man.

And we girls loved his show interludes as Donald Duck- when he quacked his cheeks like a duck :-)

Kai will never forget the exciting fishing trips with Klaus in Canada, a very special experience with lots of wise advice on how to achieve fishing success.

Thank you Klaus for all the wonderful memories.

My sincerest condolences Dorit, Jens, Mark, Sylvia, the grandkids, and family.

If I were still in Winnipeg, I would most definitely join you November 5th to celebrate Klaus’ life. I will be there in spirit.

I hold Klaus in my heart and esteem for many reasons.

- His loyalty to family, friends, colleagues, neighbors, and community. He was always there when needed.

- His commitment to issues he held close to his heart, not least of which was his concern over climate change. I have no doubt his wished to protect our planet for future generations including his grandchildren.

- His intellect which was used to investigate Muscular Dystrophies. He produced a body of significant discoveries and ‘payed it forward’ by mentoring successful trainees.

- On a more personal note, I will forever be grateful for the welcome and support given me throughout my years in Winnipeg. I dream of one more conversation in Klaus’ Volkswagen driving on Mayland heading home.

Rest in peace dear friend.

Klaus organized a photographer to take this picture of three of the labs working together to discover rare disease genes in the Department of Biochemistry & Medical Genetics at the University of Manitoba. He took the time to make sure that some of these important but often overlooked details were not forgotten. I was fortunate to have him as a friend, colleague and mentor. He taught me important life lessons about patience and perseverance that I have referenced internally throughout my career. I won't forget Klaus and am grateful to have had the opportunity to share many years working together.

Being the youngest of all nieces and nephews of Klaus, my memory starts only when Klaus was a little older.

I enjoyed every time we met Klaus and the family, in Winnipeg or Germany. Though the distance is large, we always knew that we as a family belong together.

Klaus‘ focus and motivation for his work was always very inspiring to me. Klaus and his brother Jürgen, my father, share a common view on hard and sustainable work. The obligation that everyone has to make the society better remains a dogma for me - shaped by them - and should be even more present these days.

The early morning hours in the cottage when the two of us worked in the vegetable garden, or when he patiently taught me how to windsurf or repaired the lawn tractor for the 97th time - it probably still works today - are my favourite memories of Klaus. His usually efficient use of words was set aside whenever cars, tennis, or later his grandchildren were the topic of conversation.

What I will miss most is his beautiful laughter, which came right from the stomach and was especially intense when he asked me in what car I had taken my driver’s license exam, to which I replied, “a red one.”

Thank you for this wonderful read about Klaus—appreciative, sensitive, and with humor; it made me both cry and smile. Needless to say, my highest praise goes to Klaus himself for being such a helpful and dedicated person. I know few people who lived as closely aligned with their values as he did.

Klaus enriched my life and I will keep him in my heart ❤️.

Klaus was a wonderful colleague, gentleman and scientist. It was a privilege to have known him.