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1933
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2021
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Mary Klinger Obituary
August 28, 1933 - January 23, 2021
State College, Pennsylvania - Mary E. Klinger formerly of Julian, Pa. and past resident of Elmcroft Senior Living of State College, PA. passed away on January 23, 2021.
Mary was born August 28, 1933 in Altoona, PA. She was the daughter of the late Howard & Erdie M. (Thompson) Woodring. She was the 7th child of 12. Surviving siblings are Edith M. Richards (David) & Donna N. Stewart (Robert). Mary was preceded in death by the following siblings: Harry P. Woodring, Violet R. Woodring, Howard C. Woodring (Betty), Homer E. Woodring (Marion), Ethel J. Dreibelbis (Charles), James W. Woodring, John W. Woodring (Molly), Elsie L. Stine (Art), Esther J. Woodring.
On November 28, 1953 she married the late Roy E. Klinger who preceded her in death on September 12, 1992. Mary is survived by her 6 children, Timothy V. (Peggy) Klinger, Pennsylvania Furnace, PA, Brenda K.(Richard) Whitmer, State College, PA, S. Scott (Pat) Klinger, Snow Shoe, PA, B. Hope (Sonny) Fletemake, Bellefonte, PA, Braden D. (Jana) Klinger Lewisburg, PA, Edward D. (Lori) Klinger, Runville, PA. She also had 14 Grand Children, 19 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Mary was a waitress at the Nittany Lion Inn for 42 years. Working part-time while raising her children and later full time until her retirement in 1995. She was of the Methodist faith. Mary enjoyed spending time with family and friends, crocheting, cooking, gardening and any outdoor activity.
In lieu of funeral services, the family will gather privately.
A celebration of life for family & friends will be held at a later date.
We would like to thank the Elmcroft staff in the excellent care she was given during her stay. We also would like to thank Elmcroft and Grane Hospice care for her end of life care and peaceful passing.
Arrangements are under the direction of Dean K. Wetzler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Inc., 201 Spring St., Milesburg. Online condolences may be made at www.deankwetzlerfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers a gift can be made to any charity for Alzheimer's disease.
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Frank Moyer
January 27, 2021
Ed and family,
So very sorry to learn of your mother’s passing.
Sending thoughts and prayers.
Frank & Cindy Moyer
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Robin Dum
January 25, 2021
To Mary’s Family,
My name is Robin Dum and my parents were residents of Elmcroft. I remember seeing Mary walking, and she would occasionally join my mother and me in the common area for a conversation. Mary was always very pleasant. I am so very sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Stacy (Dang) and Justin Cline
January 24, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. May Mary be at peace now. Especially as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. With love,
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