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1921
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2014
Louis Klotz Obituary
The Press of Atlantic City (http://bit.ly/1kVKk8R) reports Klotz died in his sleep Saturday at his home in Margate.
Klotz formed a working relationship with the Globetrotters in 1952, putting together the opposing teams that almost always lost. In 1971, he hit the game-winner in a rare Globetrotter loss as a 50-year-old player/coach.
In a statement posted on the Globetrotters website, team CEO Kurt Schneider said Klotz helped bring basketball and smiles to fans worldwide. He says Klotz was "a legend and a global treasure."
Klotz played on title-winning basketball teams in high school and an undefeated college team before playing one season with the championship-winning Baltimore Bullets in 1948.
Information from: The Press of Atlantic City (N.J.), http://www.pressofatlanticcity.com
Copyright © 2014 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
21 Entries
PE
July 21, 2014
Words could hardly express the sorrow felt for the loss of Mr. Louis Klotz. The pain of losing someone is something we never get use to. But at Isaiah 65:17, 22-24 our Heavenly Father holds out a grand promise. May your faith in His promise strengthen you as you look forward to its fulfillment.
Pearl
July 18, 2014
Heartfelt thanks for the many laughs, playful fun and great sportsmanship and skill shared throughout the years between your teams and the Globetrotters both in Quebec and the USA. Thanks for the memories!
michelle plakas-kaiser
July 17, 2014
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July 17, 2014
Soon death will be no more.
Krysta
July 16, 2014
May the words at 1 Perer 5:7 bring you comfort at this time. God can give us the strength to endure during this difficult time.
L. Walters
July 16, 2014
May you draw close to God through prayer during this time of sadness because "He is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress". [Psalms 46:1]
Harry Simpson
July 16, 2014
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
July 16, 2014
To the Klotz family, So sorry to hear of your loss. May the God of all comfort grant your family peace at this time. Jer. 29:11
July 16, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dave Rogachefsky
July 15, 2014
We have lost a small GIANT! Had the privilege of seeing the Generals/Shamrocks/NY Whatevers about a dozen times and Mr. Klotz was as much a memorable presence as Meadowlark, Curley, Murphy (Summons) or Tex Harrison. They ALL combined to put on a wonderful evening!
george johnson
July 15, 2014
To the Klotz Family ,
My deepest condolences. I recall the times my Grandparents would take us see them . May Jesus remember him so he can play forever."(john 3:16)
Ani
July 15, 2014
God blessed you with one precious gift and you never stopped sharing the love! thank you and may your family know the comfort and healing of eternal love!
July 15, 2014
Just saw this on-line in the Millville paper. My sincere condolences to the whole family.
Debbie Abrams Feldman
Ps. 55:22
July 15, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
July 15, 2014
To the family of LOUIS KLOTZ I send my condolences. During this difficult time I hope you draw comfort from the GOD of comfort. ISAIAH 61;1.2.
sincerely,
JWJC
DM
July 14, 2014
My deepest sympathies to the Klotz's family. I am so sorry for your loss. May our loving Father in Heaven heal your broken hearts and help you get through this difficult time. (Psalm 147:3)
Randy B
July 14, 2014
We'll miss you Louis.
DS
July 14, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Robert Haynes
July 14, 2014
Lou Klotz was an icon in the world of basketball entertainment. Condolences to his family and friends.
G R
July 14, 2014
I'm sorry for your loss. May the love of family and friends comfort you as you grieve, Matthew 5:4.
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