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Charles Edward Klimas Jr., 65, of Tunkhannock, passed away Feb. 22, 2013, at Regional Hospital Hospice Care in Scranton after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Crandall Klimas.
Ed was born on July 26, 1947, in Wilkes-Barre, son of the late Charles and Emma Craig Klimas Sr. He graduated from Tunkhannock High School in 1965.
He was employed with Milnes Construction Co., Roy Piper Construction and most recently Herron Lumber. He, along with his wife, were also proprietors of Jud's Restaurant in Tunkhannock from 1979 to 1986. He was a member of Triton Hose Co. No. 1, Tunkhannock.
Ed and Nancy celebrated their 33rd anniversary on June 9, 2012. Together they had two daughters, Stephanie, married to Devin Learn of Lititz, and Jessica Klimas, engaged to Beth Kaskel of Andover, N.J. He is also survived by his precious grand-daughter Olivia Klimas Learn.
All of his girls were the "love of his life." He was a loving and devoted husband and father. His family meant the world to him. Ed was an avid Red Sox fan and enjoyed watching all sports.
Also surviving are his sisters: Laura, Karen (Larry) Russell and Gail (David) Kintner of Tunkhannock; and sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were Monday morning, Feb. 25, from Tunkhannock United Methodist Church with Pastor Peter F. Geschwinder officiating. Interment in Sunnyside Cemetery, Tunkhannock.
Sunday afternoon calling hours were at the Sheldon-Kukuchka Funeral Home Inc. 73 West Tioga St., Tunkhannock.
Memorial contributions can be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
For online condolences, please visit www.sheldonkukuchkafuneralhome.com
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Oh Nancy, so sorry to hear of Eddie's passing. It hurts my heart knowing you've lost your love. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your girls. Much Love. Micki
Michelle (Micki) Creeden~Kohler
March 2, 2013
Nanc, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. God Bless you all.
Dawn Kiefer
March 1, 2013
Hey little sister I just heard the sad news. I am so sorry for your lose. May the good Lord be with you and your family through this hard time.
Ted Failing
February 28, 2013
Nancy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May God watch over you and give you all comfort.
Ree Ann Ross
Ree Ross
February 28, 2013
Karen & Gail & the Klimas family
so sorry for your loss
Steve went to school class of 65' with Chalres and I remember him from the bus
Steve & Caroline Race-Winterute
caroline Race-Wintemute
February 27, 2013
Just wanted you to know you are in thoughts and prayers. It is not an easy road. But remember God is there always even when we don't see or understand. Love to all.
Frani Boice
February 27, 2013
Nancy and Family.. My thoughts and prayers are with you..I'm so sorry for your loss..
Debbie White Smith
February 26, 2013
Nancy, Stephanie and Jessica, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Jeanmarie and Dick Harding
February 25, 2013
Nancy, Stephanie and Jessica, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Jeanmarie and Dick Harding
February 25, 2013
Dear Stephanie and Family...so sorry for your loss. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you.
Vicki Groff
February 25, 2013
Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. I spoke with Ed at Christmas time and learned he had been ill.He taught me alot when we worked together for my uncle when i was younger. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Ben and Eileen Barziloski
February 25, 2013
Nancy: Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you work through this time of grief.
Lyle Tague
February 24, 2013
Nancy & family, We were sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Rich & Ginger Cragle
February 24, 2013
Nancy, Stephanie and Jess
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
Larry and Sherry Shiffer
February 24, 2013
Dear Nancy,Stephanie,and Jessica: We are so sorry to hear about Ed. May you fine peace in your memories. Your are in our thoughts and prayers. Jerry and Eileen Eckenrode and Families
February 24, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. We're so sorry for your loss.
Fran and Michael Koppell
February 24, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
Pam Kaskel Leigh Pafford
February 23, 2013
We want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Ed was such a great guy. Always smiling and happy. He will be greatly missed by all. Mike & Sandy
Michael & Sandy Flynn
February 23, 2013
Nancy I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Words seem so inadequate at a time like this,but I still want to express my sincere condolences. May the Good Lord comfort you and your family. God bless you.
Chris and Susan Montross
February 23, 2013
Nancy, Stephanie, and Jessica. So sorry for your loss. Will be praying for peace and comfort for you all.
Randy Rowe
February 23, 2013
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