Walter Klinikowski Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Allentown, Pennsylvania

Walter P. Klinikowski Retired Air Force Colonel Walter P. Klinikowski, 89, of El Paso, TX, died on February 14. A native of Catasauqua, he was the son of John and Blanche (Borowski) Klinikowski. He graduated from Catasauqua High School in 1939 and enlisted in the Air Corps in 1942 while...

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Col. Klinikowski was truly a gentle warrior. When we met, he was fighting in Viet Nam and I was fighting against the War. Still, he treated me with great respect and listened carefully when I spoke.

It took a while until he revealed the Walter Klinikowski who volunteered for an extra 25 missions in one of the most dangerous assignments in World War Two. You were far more likely to hear about the fun times and the piano playing.

Then there was the Walter klinikowski...

Scott Fruchter

March 21, 2011 | San Bernardino, CA

So long, Uncle Walt. But I still think you knew more about "Hangar 18" at Wright Patterson AFB than you let on.

Your loving niece and "Senior Scientist"

Keri Burrows

March 02, 2011 | Richfield, OH

Goodbye Dad, I'll sure miss you.

G Jak Klinikowski

February 25, 2011 | El Paso, TX

Gods Speed Colonel.We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country.

bob csencsits

February 22, 2011 | Allentown, PA

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