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James Klein Obituary

KLEIN - James T. Sr. June 30, 2008; beloved husband of Virginia A. (Melisz) Klein; dear father of James T., Jr. (Sandra), Matthew P. (Donna), Joseph A. (Stacey) and Maria T. (Scott) McLaughlin; loving grandfather of Kevin, Michelle, Kelly, Josh, Rebecca, Andrew, Jacob, Ryan, Emma and Owen; and great-grandfather of Owen; brother of Clarence Klein and Audrey Ceglinski. The family will receive friends at THE C. MERTZ AND SON FUNERAL HOME, INC., 911 Englewood Ave., Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM and Friday from 2-6 PM, where Funeral Services will be held Saturday at 8:45 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Christophers Church at 9:30 AM. If desired donations to Hospice Foundation Inc. of WNY. The Klein family would like to express their sincere thanks to the Hospice Pallative Care Unit for their special care and support.

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Published by Buffalo News from Jul. 2 to Jul. 3, 2008.

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July 18, 2008

DEAR GINNIE AND FAMILY NO WORDS CAN EXPRESS HOW I FEEL ABOUT THE DEATH OF YOUR HUSBAND, DAD, GRANDPA. WE HAVE SHARED SO MANY TIMES TOGETHER THROUGH THIS LONG STRUGGLE AND PAIN THAT HE ENDURED. MAY GOD BLESS YOU WITH HIS PEACE AND LOVE DURING THIS TRYING TIME. LOVE EILEEN

EILEEN COLLINS

July 18, 2008

DEAR GINNIE AND FAMILY I THINK OF YOU ALL SO OFTEN AND HOPE THE PAIN AND LOSS OF YOUR HUSBAND,DAD,GRANDPA WILL HELP YOU ALL TO KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU. NOTHING SEEMS AT TIMES TO FILL THE VOID IN ALL YOUR LIVES BUT HOPEFULLY WITH TIME A HEALING WILL BEGIN. I SAY THIS TO YOU AS I STILL STRUGGLE EVERY DAY WITH THE LOSS OF DAVE. I KNOW THAT GOD WILL HELP US THROUGH THESE TIMES LOVE EILEEN

Mark & Mary Ann Goehle

July 10, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to all the Klein's during this difficult time.

David Ederer

July 6, 2008

To the entire Klein family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Mr. Klein's passing. The best tribute is to live your lives as you always have, with good faith and love for others. The strength of your family in the past few months was a testament to what a great father, grandfather, and man Mr. Klein was. I send all the best and will be keeping you in my prayers.

Regards from Africa,
David

Tricia, Brian & Kate Allen

July 5, 2008

Dear Mrs. Klein, Jim, Matt, Joe & Maria,

We were so sorry to hear about Mr. Klein. I know that my dad was there to meet him at the gates of heaven! Your whole family will be in our thoughts and prayers...with much love,

Kathy (Rowen)Falestiny

July 4, 2008

Dear Mrs. Klein, Jim, Matt, Maria & Joe: I was so sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Klein. St. Chris & Parkview lose another great father & neighbor, but heaven gained a great man! The Klein family has always been known as an exemplary christian family and it will be through Christ's love that you receive His grace of peace during this most difficult time. You will remain in our thoughts and prayers! With Love, Kathy and Bernadette Rowen

marilyn (hanitz) glascott

July 4, 2008

dear virginia and family: so sorry to read of your husband, father and grandfather's passing.
"his memory is your keepsake from which you will never part. God has him in his kingdom - and you have him in your heart."

my thoughts are with you

Andy, Debbie, Lauren & Matthew Spence

July 4, 2008

It is at these times that we rediscover the strength and importance of faith, family and friends. Everyone is grieving the loss of a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. It is through our grieving that we recall fond memories, shed tears, and hug each other a little tighter. Be comforted in the time you have had together knowing that one day we will all be reunited in everlasting life. Your dedication to faith and family is a valuable lesson that future generations of the Klein family will not forget.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Something to reflect Uncle Jim's beauty!

Robert Ceglinski

July 4, 2008

We wish for your suffering to abate quickly. Uncle Jim was much too young to vibrant. He was such an integral part of my young life. It is comforting that he can keep better tabs on us from his new vantage point! We love you and extend our condolences from across the miles. Pamela & Robert Ceglinski

sue ederer

July 3, 2008

Klein Family,
"Safe at home" just like dad. We have watched you all support your dad these past few months and give him everything he needed to make his last months good. Keep each other close, and help your mom - she has lost her best friend. You are in our prayers and remember you are not alone. God bless.
Sue and Dave Ederer

July 3, 2008

Dear Kelly and Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
The Ramada Crew

Rosemarie Bonare

July 3, 2008

Dear Virginia & Family,
Our hearfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. Jim's warm smile and gracious personality touched all of us. Remember, just because he is not seen, he is still around and watching out for all of you. We know your happy memories of the times you shared, will comfort you. May the Heavenly Father Bless You, and
grant Jim eternal peace..Our love and prayers are with you at this time. Sincerely, Rosemarie and Frank Bonare.

Beverly Pizzi

July 2, 2008

Dear Maria and Scott,

Dave, Daniel and I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father and the boys Grandpa. Nothing will take away all the wonderful memories of your Dad so keep them close to your heart as you go through this difficult time. Give our condolences to the rest of your family.

Thinking of you,
Uncle PZ, Aunt Bev and Daniel PIzzi

July 2, 2008

Dear Aunt Ginny and family

We pray the love of God enfolds you during your journey through grief. Sent with love and remembrance.

**The Venditti family**

Jodi Sokolowski & Jeremy Onufer

July 2, 2008

Mr. & Mrs. Klein and Kevin & Sheri,
Remember that while your father/grandfather is gone, he is not forgotten. While you can't see him, he is there walking with you. While you can't hear him, you can still talk to him and he will hear you even if he can't answer. Find comfort that we will all be reunited in death in an everlasting life. While saying "this too shall pass" may not give you comfort now, the pain is temporary and as time passes, the pain will be replaced with fond memories that bring a smile to your face and a laugh to your voice. Grieve not for their death but rejoice in their life.
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Don & Sue Feldmann

July 2, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jim will be remembered fondly through all of our memories. God bless you all.

Connnie & Ron Giovino

July 2, 2008

Dear Ginny & family
We were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.


Ron & Connie giovino

Uncle Bill and Aunt Nora Manago

July 2, 2008

Dear Maria and family, Our love and thoughts go out to all your family. Know that you are in our prayers and held close to our hearts.

Fr. Michael

July 2, 2008

GINNY, JOE, MARIE, MATT AND JIM
My sympathy to you and the family at your loss. It has been a long struggle for Jim and now we know he is in a better place. I am away till the weekend, but know of my prayers and support for the entire family during hse next few days. I will try to get over to the house next week when I am back and will say a mass for him in my routine. All the best for you now, be strong as you have been these past few months. Peace

Mary Rosenecker

July 2, 2008

Our sincerest sympathy to all of you as you have truly lost a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. We hope that God will give you the continued strength to carry you all through these difficult days ahead. Here is something that was shared with me when my Dad passed, and I read it everyday, hope it eases your pain as well .....

"Death is nothing at all. It does not count. I have only slipped away into the next room. Nothing has happened. Everything remains exactly as it was. I am I, and you are you, and the old life that we lived so fondly together is untouched, unchanged. Whatever we were to each other, that we are still. Call me by the old familiar name. Speak of me in the easy way which you always used to. Put no difference into your tone. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed at little jokes that we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me, pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word that it always was. Let it be spoken without an effort, without the ghost of a shadow upon it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same as it ever was. There is absolute and unbroken continuity. What is death but a negligible accident? Why should I be out of mind because I am out of sight? I am but waiting for you, for an interval, somewhere very near, just around the corner.
All is well."

May God bless you all-
Mary, Tom , Connor, Cameron, Claire , and Claudia Rosenecker

Nancy Holdaway

July 2, 2008

Dear Ginny and Family,

We are so sad to hear about Jim's passing, but we know he is now at peace with God. Happy times and fond memories are made at Klein family gatherings and we are always glad to be a part of those times. May all your wonderful memories ease your most sorrowful days.

Our love and prayers,
Don and Nancy Holdaway

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Spence

July 2, 2008

I just want to pass along our thoughts and let you know we're thinking of you guys.

Christine McLaughlin

July 2, 2008

In sincere sympathy to the Klein family, I know this has been a difficult time for all. You are in my thoughs and prayers. Mr. Klein was a wonderful man and braough joy and smiles to all of our faces throughout life. His living memroy will go on forever. Love Always

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