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Michael Kleinhenz Obituary
66, passed away January 19, 2015 surrounded by his family, at Hosparus IPU.
Mike was born in Louisville. Mike attended Bishop David High School a completed his master's degree in engineering from the University of Louisville Speed School. Mike retired as a project manager at Hussung Mechanical. He was a long term member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME). Mike was a trustee at Risen Lord Lutheran Church. He was a Hosparus volunteer and loved working with the children at Camp Evergreen. Of his numerous hobbies, golf with his sons, woodworking, and University of Kentucky athletics were his favorite.
Mike was preceded in death by parents, Marie and Al Kleinhenz; and stepson, Chad Kevin Bray.
He has four sisters and one brother. Mike is survived by his wife, partner, and best friend Adele; children, John (Christy), Karey McDowell (Nick) and Steve (Brandi). He will continue to watch over his grandchildren, Ava May, Mary Kate McDowell, Keeton Michael, Claire Ann and Drew Stanley Kleinhenz. He is also survived by his church family, many beloved friends, and his two constant companions, Henry and Sissy.
Visitation will be on Thursday, January 22, 2015, 1-8 p.m. at Owen Funeral home-Jeffersontown, 9318 Taylorsville Road. Memorial service will be held on Friday, January 23, 2015 at 1 p.m. at Risen Lord Lutheran Church, 5138 Taylorsville Road.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Mike's name to Hosparus Louisville or Risen Lord Lutheran Church.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kleinhenz
Family
March 24, 2024
Mike , you are greatly missed! My dear brother! Coming January it will be 10 years since you went to be with Mom and Dad! It is relieving to know you are watching over everyone in this crazy world! I love you my dear Brother! RIP ! You will never be forgotten!
Debbie Marks
January 16, 2021
We could never forget Mike!!! Such a kind ,friendly man.... always willing to help!! He will always be remembered at Camp Evergreen where he helped so many!! We know you got your just reward and are in heaven and are at peace!!!! / Debbie Marks/volunteer
December 5, 2015
Mike RIP, it has almost been a whole year since you have left us to join Mom and Dad again! You are Greatly missed! I love you my Dear Brother
February 14, 2015
Healing, Love, Peace, & Prayers
to the Entire Kleinhenz Family...
Delia Carnes
January 27, 2015
Mike your quick wit, wonderful smile, and loving heart are and will continue to be missed. Until we meet again my Brother in Christ and dear friend. I know you are resting easy in the knowledge that we are all holding your loving Adele closely.
Dee Dee
January 27, 2015
I knew Mike in high school. Even at a young age, he was sophisticated and a true gentleman.
Leiah Roy
January 23, 2015
Mike taught me many things when I was a young engineer and I was grateful to know him. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Christina
January 23, 2015
To my whole Family... I am so Sorry for our loss. I know the loss of Mike hurts us all and we all are grieving but remember he is in good hands now. He is with his old but new family that we will all get to join when our time comes. But until then live life to the fullest and have no regrets. We have one more angel watching over us though these our difficult times and one more wood craftsman up in heaven building our new home. I love all of you and you will be in my prayers. Stay strong.
Mark
January 23, 2015
John, Karey and Steve
Words really cant express how sorry we are about your dad.
When i was little i will always remember the times he took me to survey jobs with him, times when it was just me and him, and I always looked up to him, and always will, or when he would ask me to babysit you all as kids.
These are times I will always keep with me
I love and miss you all
Allison
January 22, 2015
Aunt Adele, John, Karey and Steve,
May God watch over you all and pray for your peace. Love you all. -
Steve & Rita Robey Bishop
January 22, 2015
Bev Susan Kathy Bruce and Peggy deepest sympathy from the Robey family. We will keep you as well as Mike's wife and children in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol & Jim McCall
January 22, 2015
Adele, We were saddened to hear of the loss of Mike. We send our Deepest Sympathy and Love. May God Comfort you with His Love and Mercy. In Our Thoughts and prayers, Carol & Jim McCall
Jenny, Your niece
January 22, 2015
I love you Uncle Mike, RIP
The Sipes family
January 22, 2015
Beverly, Susan, Kathy, Bruce and Peggy,
We are heartbroken to learn of the death of your brother Mike. We are sending our prayers to comfort you.
Adrianne Harmon
January 22, 2015
"Memories are like threads of gold,
They never tarnish or grow old."
My thoughts and prayers to family and friends.
Love,
Adrianne
Mary Shannon
January 22, 2015
Adele,John,Carey,Steve,Brian and family please know how sorry I am for your lost. You all are in my prayers. Love you all.
Ben McDonough family
January 21, 2015
Bob, Bev and family,
Saddened to hear about the loss of Mike. Our prayers are with you.
January 21, 2015
Adele, my condolences. He was a great friend and mentor.
Ruthie Coleman
January 21, 2015
So very sorry Adele. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mike was a great man and will be missed by many.
Vickie Eckerle
January 21, 2015
My dear Adele, I'm so sorry about Mike but one thing I know is that the Ky. Wildcats have a new angel watching over them. Sending you my love and strength
Jenny Wheatley
January 21, 2015
John, Karey and Steve:
My thoughts of peace and healing as we remember your Dad and my Uncle. I love you all!
January 21, 2015
For the Kleinhenz family,
Our hearts go out to you in your time of loss.
I remember my cousin Mike when Alexis and I were
at Camp Evergreen after my husband Bob passed in 2008.
He was great , caring, and enjoyed volunteering. He was a blessing!
Our deepest condolences!
Robin Allgeier Russell
January 21, 2015
Adele: I was so saddened to read in the cj today that your beloved Mike had died! I'm sorry, I didn't know he had been sick! ** What a great loss; Mike was such a wonderful man! Mike was such a great Hosparus volunteer; I remember him most at Camp evergreen! He had such a way of working with the kids there, of helping them work thru their grief! We will greatly miss him at the camps in the years to come, but we will definitely feel his presence, and his spirit there! ** My prayers are with you, and your family!** Adele: even though Mike is gone, he will forever live on in your heart! //Debbie Marks/Hosparus volunteer family
Deb Frames
January 21, 2015
So sorry to hear....praying for the family. RIP Mike
January 21, 2015
Adele …Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. Our hearts remember most what it has loved the best. May memories comfort you and bring you peace. With sympathy and love …
Buddy and Pam
Courtney Scott
January 21, 2015
Adele and Family-Prayers for you during this difficult time.
Misty & Mark
January 21, 2015
So sorry for your alls loss, we are sending prayers to you all in this difficult time. We love you all.
Judie Dicken
January 21, 2015
Dear Brandi, Steve and Family
Please accept my sympathy your loss.
Wishing you comfort in your time of sadness, and hoping you know that even though there are no perfect words to ease the pain in your heart, there is caring in every thought of you and your family
When someone becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Elizabeth
January 21, 2015
Adele, John, Steve & Karey, We love you all and pray in this time you all find peace knowing he is building with grandpa and eating grandma's delicious meals. Love you all very much.
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