Stan Klet
Moorestown - Stan Klet, 85, of Moorestown, NJ, passed away at home surrounded by his family in the evening on Monday, November 4, 2019.
Stan Klet was a fascinating and remarkable man. He started his musical career on the Paul Whitman show as a singer where he performed numerous times from 16-18 years old. At 22, Stan was drafted and served our country in the US Army as a member of special services. During his time in the military he was part of a band, The Cold Cuts, that competed in what was known as "All Army Contest" against a variety of bands from the US and Europe. As the winners of this competition, Stan along with his band, appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show and won a trip around the world. Stan's time in the US Military was eventually cut short due to the sudden death of his father. At that time, he was granted an early honorable discharge to go home and run the family business - then known as Garden State Beauty Supply. Under his leadership the family business grew into a successful enterprise that spanned state boundaries and became East Coast Salon Services, as it is known today. Stan worked with pride and enthusiasm well into his 80s alongside his children and, eventually grandchildren, making the company a truly noteworthy family affair. His impact and ongoing devotion to employees, customers, and industry friends was always a source of pride and he held many of them in his heart as family. In 2011 Stan was awarded the Lifetime Leadership Award by the North American Hairdressing Association in recognitionof his impact on his peers and the beauty industry as a whole.
While running a successful business, Stan always maintained a love and life in music - playing in bands that performed at weddings and events into his late 60s. He passed this love of music along to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Frequently found with accordion in arms or on the bench behind his piano, he will always be remembered with a smile on his face, a song on his lips, and a hearty laugh in his heart.
Stan was the beloved husband of Cora Klet (nee Grist), whom he adored every day for over 66 years; caring father of Kim DuPree, Kristina Smith (Terence), Stan Klet, Jr.(Lisa), and Kara Klet; adoring "Fa" to Elizabeth DuPree Melson (Adam), MacKenzie Smith, Harrison Kletkewicz, and Tyler Kletkewicz. He especially held a joyful place in his heart for his 2 great-grandchildren Lillian and Bennett Melson. He is held close in all their hearts and will be missed immeasurably.
A gathering of family and friends for Stan E. Klet will be held at Givnish of Marlton, 398 E. Main St., Marlton, NJ 08053 on Thursday November 7, 2019; 7-9pm, again on Friday November 8, 2019; 9-10am. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday November 8, 2019 at Our Lady of Good Council Church, 42 W. Main St., Moorestown, NJ, 08057 at 10:30am. Interment will be held privately by the family.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations be made in Stan's name to Samaritan Hospice, or any charity that speaks to your heart. To share fond memories of Stan, please visit Givnish.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Givnish Funeral Home - Marlton.
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Stan was an inspiration.
Dorothy Young
Acquaintance
November 1, 2020
My sincere condolences to the Klet family. Stan was amazing employer and made sure he knew who you were. I strieve to be the kind of boss he was and I will never forget him.
Danielle Yohe
November 9, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. I was always very fond of Stan and all of the Klet family. Please accept my condolences.
Mark Camardo
November 9, 2019
My prayers are with you...I had the pleasure of working with Stan while employed at Clairol and Zotos. Stan always welcomed sales reps and treated everyone with fairness,respect and fun.
I also worked for ECSS for 13 years and really got to know him. The industry loved him and he was always the star at the Monday sales meetings
Good memories to sustain you...he was loved by all.
Jim Berry
November 8, 2019
Stan was like a second father to me. My condolences to Cora and the entire Klet family
Jim Mason
jim mason
November 7, 2019
Dear Cora and Family, Stan always made us laugh when he came into the office. We were saddened when we heard the news. Although he hasn't been in for some time he is still remembered and thought of fondly as your family is as well. Our heartfelt condolences, Fran and Michelle Drexel Medicine
November 7, 2019
I am honored and blessed to have known Stanley, he was a blessing. A good soul as ascended.
Dorothy Young
November 7, 2019
Dear Kim and family, Your dad was such a treasure!The love he had for life and family was so amazing.. Cherish all the memories and know for sure he will always be with allif you.His spirit an smile will shine eternally! With love and prayers. Michele D'angelo
Michele Dangelo
November 6, 2019
I have had the honor of working for Stan for the past 25 years. I have so many wonderful memories.
From watching his home movies of his band to him singing and always asking do you know who that is.
His famous line for me was "How many is a lot Sonya"
I will truly miss him.
Sonya Protack
November 6, 2019
Dear Cora and family,
I was very sadden to learn of Stan's passing. My sincere condolence to all of you.
Stan was like a brother to me. We shared so many wonderful times together that always included good food, fun laughter and great wine! I have so many fond memories of our various trips together attending industry events and corporate functions. Stan always had a smile, a wonderful laugh and you could be assured he would have a camera to memorialize the event.
Rest in Peace my friend. I will miss you.
Bill Ranney
November 6, 2019
Dear Cora and family, I am so sadden to learn of Stan's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Stan was like a brother to me. Over the years we shared so many wonderful times together and they were always filled with fun and laughter.
Stan was a wonderful friend, mentor and confidant. I will treasure our many trips together, wonderful dinners and great wine!
Rest in peace my friend.
Bill Ranney
November 6, 2019
a loved one
November 6, 2019
I, too, had the pleasure of working for this honorable man. I have many wonderful memories of his humor and generosity. Stan, you will be missed and I'm fortunate to have known you. My condolences to the Klet family.
Leslie Mullin
November 6, 2019
I had the pleasure of working for Stan for 17 years , he was a Wonderful man. So sorry to the Klet family
Melissa Becker
November 6, 2019
Cora and family it is with a heavy heart and great sadness that I learned of Stan's passing. Though I have not seen either of you in several years you have always been in my heart and so often in my mind. I feel so fortunate to have had his friendship and I will treasure the many wonderful times we spent together
Bill Gray
November 6, 2019
He called me on my birthday, played the piano and sang to me : )
Eileen
November 5, 2019
To Cora and family, I am so sorry to hear of Stan's passing. He was more than my employer, he was a true friend, he will be greatly missed.
Sending love and prayers
Louis Pulice
November 5, 2019
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