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Wallingford, Connecticut
1928 - 2013 (Age 85)
Benjamin F. Klimczak, 85, of Yalesville, died peacefully at his home Sunday, December 1, 2013. He was the loving husband of 40 years of the late Theresa L. McKinnon Klimczak.Ben was born in New Haven, CT, August 1, 1928, a son of the late Benjamin and Frances Jaworska Klimczak. He was a graduate...
Read MoreMr. Klimczak, you were my favorite teacher. I had you in sixth grade and enjoyed that year so much. You were a great teacher.
Judith Novak Watson Naples, Florida
December 15, 2013
Ben was a lively fellow full of great stories to share. Visiting him on sunny afternoons when I was home, and writing to him when I was not made me appreciate our friendship even more. I learned a great deal from Ben, as I know others have as well; and, in this sense, he will always live on.
Juliana
December 14, 2013 | Branford, CT
Teresa and Ben were so sweet, so compassionate and caring. They always remembered our daughter, Tricia, who was killed on Pan am 103-sending notes and Mass cards throughout the years. Also, Ben would let us know if he personally knew the recipient of Tricia's scholarship. Such a gentle soul!
Jan and Matt Coyle
December 12, 2013 | Wallingford, CT
Dear Ben, thanks for been such a blessing in my life. You were always such a wonderful person . God bless you and Theresa.
Isabelle Kone
December 10, 2013 | West Haven, CT
Yes, Carolyn, I was part of that little group of preadolescent girls who practiced the bop in Mr. Klimczak's room. And, yes, we all wanted to dance with him. -- Nancy, Washington Street School
December 08, 2013
Ben,
I can't begin to explain how much you meant to me.
Thank You for being apart of my life for the short time we knew each other.
Rest in Peace My Friend and give Theresa a hug for me.
Art D.
December 08, 2013 | Hamden, CT
Ben, my most favorite teacher of all time. I was lucky enough to have you for 4th AND 5th grade in the 60's at Washington Street School. You left impressions on me that are still with me to this day. Your sense of humor was second to none. You touched the lives of so many...a true gentleman, exceptional teacher, and most recently, wonderful friend. Thank you. Rest in peace. You will be very missed.
Paula Vandal Doyon
December 05, 2013 | Moodus, CT
I never forget Klimmy as one of my outstanding teachers and a great friend. I fondly Remember the girls and I having fun with him at the school dances doing the bop. My deepest sympathy to the family. God bless.
Carolyn Sequist-DeFigueiredo
December 05, 2013 | Wallingford, CT
Rest in Peace Mr. Klimczak. You were an exceptional teacher and an even better man for so many to admire.
Rob Popolizio
December 05, 2013 | West Hartford, CT