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Rebecca Klein Obituary

Rebecca Lyn Klein of Villa Park Rebecca Lyn Klein, 32, formerly of Streamwood, died Saturday, March 17, 2007. Becky was born April 4, 1974, in Chicago. She was a 1992 graduate of Streamwood High School, and a 1996 graduate of Illinois State University with a B.A. in Recreational Therapy. She was the director of activities for Range of Motion in Wheaton, where she recently developed and instituted a new day care program for adults with disabilities - to ensure and encourage as many people as possible to utilize this program. She was the cherished daughter of Jeffrey and Marilyn (nee Hyzy) Klein of Streamwood; dear sister of Melanie (Roger) Baldridge of Streamwood; beloved granddaughter of Gertrude and the late Morris Klein, and the late Theodore and Joan Hyzy; and loving aunt of Ryan and Sarah. She is also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Becky Klein Adult Day Care Fund, c/o Fifth Third Bank, 1N111 County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60190, would be appreciated. Arrangements were made by Countryside Funeral Home, Streamwood/Schaumburg, 630/847-289-8054.

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Published by Daily Herald from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2007.

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Natalie Max-Jamrog

April 5, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about Becky's passing. I had the priviledge to become friends with Becky in grade school at St. John's. I have so many fond memories of that time, but my fondest memory is when we (about 7 of us girls) dressed up like M&Ms for halloween. Becky was a beautiful person - always smiling and so full of life. May she rest in peace.

Tracy Holcomb (Gillespie)

April 5, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your joyful memories of Becky bring you comfort. I was very saddened to hear of her passing- she was such a warm and thoughtful person. She will be missed by all!

Erin Hachfeld (Roderick)

April 4, 2007

With Deepest Sympathy to the Klein Family. I went to SHS with Becky, and she was somebody who always had a smile on her face. She was good friend to many and will be missed greatly. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Her spirit will live on through those that she touched.

Shauna Delaney(Marino)

April 4, 2007

Please accept my deepest sympathy.Becky was a beautiful person who will be greatly missed.

William Malczyk

April 3, 2007

I sm so sorry to hear of Beckys passing.I remember hearing stories of her from her dad Jeff.My Condolences go out to her family and friends.

Kristin (Bazzoli) Piotrowski

April 2, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of Becky's passing and struggle with the right words to express my sympathies. Although it has been many years since I last saw Becky, I feel like it was just yesterday when we were at St. John's -- laughing through the hallways, participating in various events, or playing sports. May you find some comfort during this difficult time.

Elaine (McManus) Notaro

March 31, 2007

Words cannot describe how saddened I am by the loss of Becky. What a tragic and devastating reminder of how precious life is. I have so many fond memories of Becky throughout grammar school & HS…all include “lots of laughter!” She will be greatly missed. May your memories of Becky keep her close to your heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dallas Janes

March 31, 2007

I was shocked to hear the news of Bekki's passing. Bekki was a great person who always had a smile on her face. I have many great memories of her in High School. My condolences to her Family.

Jennifer (Gruber) Kolb Tim Kolb

March 30, 2007

We want to express our deepest sympathies to Bekki's family. We were both good friends of Bekki throughout our high school years. We had a very close class of '92 and we all remember her as a fun loving, outgoing friend. She was a very intelligent and respectable person who always had a smile on her face. Some of our fondest memories include.. I (Tim) remember being at Bekki's house with Joey Kettner, Tim Dudek, and Brian Herbert before a Streamwood High football game and messing with trick or treaters while dressed as a Hare Krishna. and I (Jennifer)remember driving up to Chris Barnes' cabin and joking around while floating down the Wisconsin river on tubes. We will miss her dearly and she will always be in our hearts.

Doreen (Wojtczak) Roberts and Chris Roberts

March 28, 2007

We knew Bekki both in high school and college. We were shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. She was a person who affected everyone she knew. Her positive attitude and approach to life along with her cheerful smile were examples she set for us all to live by. Bekki, her family, and friends have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Julie (Howard)Hunt

March 27, 2007

I am so sorry for her familys loss. I graduated with Becky and she was always had a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Tina (Gehrke) Poduska

March 27, 2007

Please accept my condolences during this difficult and tragic time. I am so sorry about the senseless passing of Bekki. She was a kind, thoughtful, and generous person to all she met. I was lucky to be a friend of Bekki's at Streamwood HS and college. She was always bubbly and had such great spirit and zest for life. I remember all of the energy and fun she had and shared with others. Please find comfort in knowing that Bekki touched other's lives in such a positive way. May you find peace knowing Bekki lives on in a better place. Your family is my thoughts and prayers.

March 26, 2007

I am so sorry to all of Becky's friends and family. Like many have said, we had a close group of wonderful friends in High School and she will always be remembered and missed. I now live in FL and havn't been in touch with many high school friends for some time and this is a reminder of why we should not take those special friends and memories for granted. She will be very missed.
Brandy (Gates) Halladay

Jennifyr (Lukowski) Pfeifer

March 24, 2007

Seeing Becky's picture on the news last Friday was absolutely shocking. Her smiling face brought so many memories flooding back in an instant. Though we went to Streamwood High School together, I really got to know Becky through our involvement with Student Impact. I will cherish the memories that I have of Becky. She was an incredible person who will never be forgotten.

Kerry Santoro

March 24, 2007

Words cannot express my sadness at the news of your loss. Though it has been many years, I remember Becky's smile and laughter as if yesterday was the last time I saw her. She was a good friend, and her commitment to helping others is inspiring. My deepest sympathies go out to your family during this time.

Christie (Topolski) Barnewolt

March 23, 2007

I was deeply effected by the passing of Becky. Although I only attended St. John's a couple years, Becky became a close friend of mine. I will always remember her bubbly personality and her great smile. My heartfelt condolences go out to the Klein family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She accomplished things we can only dream to have done ourselves.

Cyndi Kolich

March 23, 2007

Bekki was a dear friend to many. She has made the world a better place with her warmth, compassion and kindness. There are few people that have the ability to leave an imprint on the world with their smile. Bekki did. High school was a better place with her there. The world is a better place because of her. She will be missed. She is looking after her family from above. God Bless her, and the Klein family.

Kerri (Czarnecki) Largo

March 23, 2007

I, too, as another Streamwood grad and high school friend of Bekki’s, want to send my deepest condolences to the entire Klein family. I’m so incredibly sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. She was a sweet girl who will not be forgotten, as evident by all the heartfelt postings.

Kim (Johnson) S.

March 23, 2007

I, too, went to SHS with Becky- She always had a smile on her face.. Be proud of all her many accomplishments in her short time here. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

God Bless-

Joe Kettner

March 23, 2007

I was extremely saddened to learn of Becky's passing. I as well went to SHS. I'll never forget her. My fondest memory with Becky is when she had me playing Santa on her roof during Halloween one year. Please accept my condolences during this difficult time.

Dawn (Mooney) Ruch

March 23, 2007

I was friends with Becky during college and the years right after. I have great memories of her warm, happy spirit. Life takes people in different directions, but she meant so much to so many people around here. Hearing about her achievements in her work was inspiring to me, but not at all surprising, considering the caring, hard-working person she was. My heartfelt condolences to Becky's family.

Shannon Tooley

March 23, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about Becky. I went to St. John's with her all throughout gradeschool. I haven't talked to her in years, but will always remember her smile. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

March 23, 2007

I grew up with Becky and was deeply saddened to hear the news of her passing. She was an amazing friend and a special person. While it has been some time since we last spoke, I have nothing but fond memories of Becky and the entire Klein family. I will especially miss her smile and infectious personality. Seeing other SHS alums express their condolences reminds me also of the fun we had back then (Becky and the Klein house were hostess and home base while school was on strike). Becky will be dearly missed, and our deepest condolences and prayers go out to her family and friends.


Shannon (McSwain) Brusca and Eric Brusca (Chicago, IL)

Amy Shelton

March 23, 2007

Becky touched so many lives. It has been too many years, but I still think of her as someone who could make anybody laugh with that amazingly warm and sincere smile. My thoughts are with the whole family.

Tim Dudek

March 22, 2007

Please
accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Becky was a wonderful
person. I was a good friend of her's in high school. Once she even convinced me to wear a dress in English class so we would at least get
points for "creativity" during a project on Renaissance England. It was
truly a joy to know her and be a part of her life. She will be deeply
missed.

Erin W

March 22, 2007

I went to college with Becky and she could light up any room she walked into. She was always full of life and had a positive attitude. She will live on through happy memories and thoughts.

Aristene (Fraber) Aurand

March 22, 2007

My deepest sympathy to your family. Although I hadn't been in touch with Becky since high school... I will always remember her smile and how much she enjoyed a good laugh. My thoughts are prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Jenny (Ribken) Alden

March 22, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Becky in high school and also worked with her at NSC. She truly was a wonderful person and I feel very fortunate to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Nina (Gehrke) Gryzlo

March 22, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of this horrible loss. Becky was a wonderful person and will be missed. I am filled with many wonderful memories of Becky from high school and college. May your memories of Becky keep you strong during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. May God bless all of you.

Pat G

March 22, 2007

I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I didn't know Becky for a long time, and only from this little area here, she was a remarkable young lady. Remember that she will always be with you, in memory, thoughts and in your heart. She is being well taken care of in heaven, but will certainly be missed here on earth.

Cathy (Smalarz) Pape

March 22, 2007

Becky was a wonderful person whose smile was contagious. I still remember her being one of the very first people to smile and befriend me in Freshman English. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories and all the times of joy. God Bless.

March 22, 2007

I am so incredibly sorry to hear about your loss. I don’t know your family, but I grew up in Villa Park. Please take comfort in knowing that her soul is with you always. I truly hope that your memories of her overshadow her death and you find comfort in knowing that she is a special person and justice will be served.

Brian Herbert

March 22, 2007

Becky & I hadn't talked since shortly after high school, but we were pretty close back then. She has touched many people past & present, and will truly be missed by all. God bless her family & friends during this time.

Dena Haton

March 22, 2007

I am so very sorry for your loss. Becky was a wonderful friend to me in High School, and I have fond memories of her. She always had a smile on her face, and although I haven't seen her probably since High School, I can still hear her laugh. Please know that now she is in a better place. To Becky's Family and Friends, you are in my thoughts and prayers. She is in good hands.

March 22, 2007

I didn't know Rebecca, but I have been following this in the news, and my prayers go out to her family and friends. I am so sorry that this has happend. I hope that you will always remember the good times and get passed thinking of how she died. The good LORD will take care of the rest. Remember, to be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD. Be strong and supportive of one another. May God Bless all of you and keep you close.

March 21, 2007

I didn't know Rebecca but my thoughts and prayers are with her family. I am sorry for the way she had to die and I am sure she is safe in heaven looking down on you.

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