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Susan Kless Obituary

Kless, Susan Tama

Susan Tama Kless, 78, of The Woodlands, passed away on January 31, 2024. She was born on October 24th, 1945, in Dayton, Ohio, to Jane and James Nishimura. She graduated from Fairmont High School in 1963 and received her B.S. from Bowling Green State University in 1967.

She enjoyed a teaching career that spanned over 35 years. She taught first grade at Glen Loch Elementary and was named Teacher of the Year. A beloved wife, mother, and friend to all. She was an accomplished seamstress, loved to travel, and being an "Oma" to her grandchildren. She is survived by her loving husband of 50 years Frank; children Michelle, Sheree, Nick, and Lisa; 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, as well as her four siblings, Karen, Michael, Jan, and Alison. The family is having a private Celebration of Life in March.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Dayton Daily News on Feb. 15, 2024.

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Nancy Kiyokawa

April 18, 2024

I was going through some of my photos and found this lovely photo of my daughter with her favorite teacher " Mrs Kless"

Marcia Lawrence

February 16, 2024

Dear Kless/Nishimura family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am feeling the sorrow in knowing Susan is not here any more to brighten our lives! I have so many fond memories of our times together from Fairmont, Bowling Green and even after graduation! Trips together visiting college friends attending their weddings then eventually sharing baby stories are memories I will cherish! Even though distance separated us, when ever Susan came "home" to Kettering it seemed as if no time had passed at all as the laughter continued! I loved her dearly and will miss her tremendously I know she is at peace which is a comfort. I am praying for peace and comfort for you all as you go through this stressful time. May God be with you and cover you with His peace, Marcia Lawrence

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