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Keith Klopfenstein Obituary
Keith A. Klopfenstein, 60, Oak Park attorney, passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2010, of a sudden heart attack while walking his beloved dog Java. Keith was a dedicated attorney serving the Chicago and Oak Park areas for the past 30 years. He was a 1971 graduate of Notre Dame and a 1974 graduate of the University of Chicago Law School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force, serving as an attorney in Panama. He attained the rank of captain. While in Panama, he and his wife had two wonderful children, Adam and Andrea. They relocated to Oak Park, which has been their home for the past 30 years. Keith was an active Democrat and served on the vestry and as usher for Grace Episcopal Church. Keith and Debora met in Paris and spent their best times traveling to China, South America, and France. Keith is survived by his wife Debora; a son, Adam Klopfenstein of Oak Park and daughter, Andrea (Stephen) Keeney of Chicago. He was born June 3, 1949, in South Bend, IN, the son of Barbara and the late Keith A. Klopfenstein, Sr. His brother Kent (Diana) Klopfenstein of Maryland survives. His sister Karen O'Neal passed away earlier this year. His family will receive friends on Saturday, March 6, 2010 from 2 p.m. until time of his life celebration service at 3 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church: 924 Lake St. (between Harlem and Oak Park Avenues), Oak Park. Memorials to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation (www.jdf.org) are appreciated. Arrangements by the Pedersen-Ryberg Mortuary (630)834-1133 or www.pedersenryberg.com.
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Jane Bullen
May 4, 2010
Dear Deborah and Family,
Know that you and your family are in our prayers. We offer our support and deepest sympathy on learning of Keith's death. He was a very good and dear man and will be deeply missed.
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."
The Randall Bullen Family 5-4-2010
Jan Pietrucha
March 11, 2010
Dear Deborah
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your husband, Keith. I know you will continue to be comforted from the love and support of your dear family and friends. Hopefully the cherished memories of your many years of celebrating life together will carry you through this difficult time. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers for many days to come.
Love and God bless,
Jan
Thomas Miller
March 6, 2010
Dini and I loved Keith very much and were very sad to hear the bad news of his passing. We hope that you all are holding up and doing well during these trying times.
Love,
TommY & Dini
Susan Mahoney
March 5, 2010
Dear Debora,
It is so very difficult to express to you and your family how very sorry I am to learn of Keith's passing. Although Keith and I met only a couple of times, it was readily apparent that he was a kind and gentle soul who will be missed by many. I hope it is comforting to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family.
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