She was the wife of Eugene G. Klinger, who died February 25, 2010.
Born in West Reading, she was the
daughter of the late James W. and Annie (Stein) Phillips.
Alma was a 1951 graduate of Hamburg High School.
She first worked as a secretary at Birch Hill Foundry.
Alma was a Justice of the Peace for Windsor Township. She was a bus driver for thirty-two years for the Berks County Intermediate Unit.
Alma was a member of Salem (Belleman's) Church,
Centre Twp. She was a bowler for sixty years and really had a passion for it. Alma also enjoyed going to Schell's every Wednesday with her sisters-in-law; breakfast with friends; and playing dice and pinochle on Sundays with her sister and friends.
Alma is survived by two sons, Lonnie E. Klinger, Windsor Twp., and Steven E. Klinger, widower of Debra A. (Boltz) Klinger, Greenwich Twp.; five grandchildren: Kasea, Karly, Stacy, Shanna and Brenna; and five great-grandchildren: Leila, Marissa, Kassidy, Yasmeen and Sami. She is also
survived by a sister, Ruth Shollenberger, a resident of Maidencreek Place; and several nieces and nephews.
Alma was predeceased by a son, Chris E. Klinger; and three brothers: Martin, Stanley and Paul Phillips.
Services will be held on Monday at 12:00 noon from Salem (Belleman's) Church, 3540 Belleman's Church Road, Mohrsville, PA 19541. Burial will follow in Fairview (Belleman's) Cemetery, Centre Twp. A viewing will be held on Sunday 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. from Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., 223 Peach Street, Leesport, and at the church Monday 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Salem (Belleman's) Church at the above address.
Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Leesport, is in charge of arrangements. For online condolences, please visit, www.leibenspergerfuneralhomes.com.
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Elizabeth Shollenberger
February 25, 2019
Dear Steve, Lonnie, Grandchildren & Family Members, my deepest condolences to you all at this difficult time. She was a great lady, an awesome bowler, and a cherished friend of my parents. Our times growing up together will always remain fond memories. My love, thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 23, 2019
Steve and Lonnie:
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful lady.
Kristen Adam
Debbie DeLong Wayman
February 22, 2019
Steve and Lonnie, my condolences to you and your families after the loss of your mom. I knew her from working at the BCIU. She was always happy.
Phyllis Peters
February 22, 2019
We are sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time. Members of the Ontelaunee Region Car Club.
February 22, 2019
Steve, Lonnie & Families,
Prayers are being sent at this time as you begin to heal from the loss of your mother. Cherish the memories and keep them close to your heart.
Lisa Dietrich
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