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1951 - 2016

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1951

DIED

2016

Peter Klick Obituary

Peter F. Klick, Age 64, of North Barrington, IL, passed away March 23, 2016. Born May 20, 1951 in Basel, Switzerland to Heinz and Esther Klick. Beloved husband to Diane (nee Reily), brother to Doris, father to Jimmy and Jeffrey (Amber), and soon to be grandfather. Proceeded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Paul Bammerlin. Moved to US in 1999 and faculty member at Harrington College of Design. Private memorial planned. Donations may be made to Journeycare Foundation in his name.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Mar. 25 to Mar. 27, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Peter Klick

15 Entries

Ursula in Willowbrook, IL

September 3, 2022

In my never-ending process of purging books that I own, I flipped thru a wonderful design book today written like a comic book. The Interior Designer´s Launch Pad is a paperback so it did not rise to the level of my usual "Keep" standard, but I was so impressed with the author´s talent that I decided it was a "keeper." I also decided to google Peter Klick to learn more about the man. I was surprised and saddened to discover that he died 7 years ago, in 2016 - and even more surprised at my emotional reaction. A tear drop formed in my eye. I didn´t even know the man and yet, I felt a loss. I wanted to share this story with you because it may give you some comfort knowing that - even in death - your loved one continues to have a positive impact on people.

Steven Stefos

December 29, 2019

Student at Harrington (2000-2004).

Jeff Clark

August 30, 2016

Dear Diane,
I just discovered this notice and wanted to add my condolences. Peter was a great guy and I always had fun with you both.

Paul Bilek

May 11, 2016

I am very sorry for your loss. Peter was an amazing instructor and as a former student, I owe a lot of my success in the design field to him and his teachings. I will miss him.

nancy walsh

April 5, 2016

What a lovely person, he will be missed.
-NancyTWalsh

Veronica Klemp

April 5, 2016

My condolences to the family and friends of Peter Klick.

I wanted to take a moment to share his impact on my life as a creative type. He was inspiring, direct and full of whit! Many of his stories resonate with me as I journey through my career as a designer. He stretched my imagination, showed me multiple perspectives and kept me laughing in the process. He taught me that the "client is always right"...or at least to allow them to think as much; and that there is no box in terms of thinking. The world will truly be shy of one man's captive imagination and excellence of teaching.

My thoughts are with your family!

Germaine Oswald

April 1, 2016

Liebe Diane

Dir und Deinen Angehörigen kondoliere ich aus tiefem Herzen. Ich wünsche Euch allen viel Kraft und Zuversicht für die kommende Zeit.

Herzliche Anteilnahme

Germaine

March 31, 2016

Dear Diane, Jimmy, and Jeffrey,

While I understand that telling you how sorry I am for your loss will not help your grief, hopefully it helps just a little when I say that I will always be grateful to Peter for his inspiration, for making me laugh, and his support. He was a great friend to me and while Ingrid and I are truly sorry for the loss of Peter, the thoughts of him always bring a smile.

Our condolences you are in our thoughts.

Sincerely,
Gerry and Ingrid Christensen

March 31, 2016

Scott Schlexer

March 26, 2016

Dearest Diane,

I'm so sorry for you to lose your beloved Peter.

Thinking of you and your family.

With much love,

Scott

Bridgette Haulenbeek

March 26, 2016

My heart is heavy to hear about the loss of Peter Klick. Peter introduced me to my now husband Steven Haulenbeek. I am forever thankful for this introduction at Chairs for Charity in 2011. I am so grateful for knowing Peter. He always put a smile on my face. I had the pleasure of working with him on my independent study at Harrington.

Jone Hallmark

March 26, 2016

Dearest Diane....

My heart is broken for you and the boys today as I read the obituary for Peter. Such a true love, dear friend........and my memories go so far back to the beginning in Basel when you met. Such a beautiful couple you made.....and then visiting you at your amazing house just outside of Zurich. I still have the books of Peter's work and look at them time to time.
I will continue to hold you close in my heart....with much love..

XO Jone

Voni Lacey

March 26, 2016

Rest in Peace Peter. It was my pleasure working with you. My condolences to Diane and his family.

Sincerely Sherrie

Sherrie Enis

March 25, 2016

Diane I'm so sorry for your loss of your beloved husband. You and your family are in my prayers. I remember all the special times at your place with you and Peter. He was a very talented and special man. May you feel God's love and comfort during this very sad time in your life. Love Sherrie

Karen Steffens

March 25, 2016

Diane,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I'm glad I got to see you and Peter the other day. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

God Bless,

Karen

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