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John Klunk Obituary

John M. Klunk of West Chester John M. Klunk, 50, of West Chester, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 11, 2012. Born in West Chester, he was the son of the late Edward C. and Mildred Fenstermacher Klunk. He was a 1979 graduate of Downingtown High School and a 1986 graduate of the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. He served his country in the U. S. Air Force from 1979 to 1981. He was a member of the Order of the Eagles in West Chester, where he worked as a bartender. He was also a member of the Chester County Board of Appeals. John was a coach for the Downingtown Young Whippets and was a P.I.A.A. official. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his brothers, Kenneth E. Klunk, Sr. and wife, Barbara, of Downingtown, James "Chunky" Klunk of Coatesville, William "Tadpole" Klunk and wife, Denise, of Downingtown; sisters, Ruth Ann Graveno and husband, Adam, of Franklin, Tenn., and Susan K. Fleck and husband, Stephen, of Downingtown. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Edward C. Klunk, Jr. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 16, at the James J. Terry Funeral Home, 736 E. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. A visitation for family and friends will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, April 15 and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, prior to the service, at the funeral home. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Downingtown Young Whippets and mailed to DYW c/o Tom Kucera, 1426 Poorhouse Road, Downingtown, PA 19335. To send online condolences, visit www.jamesterryfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Daily Local from Apr. 12 to Apr. 13, 2012.

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Jodi Warker

April 19, 2012

There are no words to express how great a loss this is to all of us. Johnny was bigger than life and adored by all those he touched. We loved him dearly.

Linda "Smiley" Storicks

April 16, 2012

You didnt grow up in Downingtown and not know a Klunk. From Greenstreet, Baseball Fields and all around town. My family had the privilege of growning up around the corner. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you go thru this difficult time. May you find comfort in Johnnies memories of the great guy he was and how many people he touched with kindness daily. "The Smiley Family"

Bret & Heather Elam

April 16, 2012

God bless the Klnk family going through this difficult time. My prayers go out to you all.

April 16, 2012

To the Klunk Family,
I had the pleasure to work with John, He was one of a kind. A great guy , one of a kind, that always kept me laughing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary Ann Rumbaugh

April 16, 2012

To the Klunk Family,
I had the pleasure to work with John, He was one of a kind. A great guy , one of a kind, that always kept me laughing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Mary Ann Rumbaugh

Gregg & Carol Nelms

April 16, 2012

To the Klunk family, our deepest sympathy...Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Brian Williams

April 15, 2012

In memory of a "true friend" and all around GREAT PERSON!! = JK, we'll never forgot your geniune friendship and all you did for all you knew. Will see you on the other side...till then,RIP my friend.

Sean O'Leary

April 15, 2012

West Chester has truly lost a great Soul. I will allways remember many conversations we shared at the club together. You were always so kind to me. I will never forget you Brother!

Steve Shirk

April 14, 2012

To All the Klunks

I of course am an East Tech resident as each of you. Have many fond memories of growing up together. Remember your mom when she was pregnant for Johnny. I am not able to be at the memorial service but my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I often think of our days in school and followed your lives over the years.
From my son Steve and myself, we'd like to express our sympathy to each of you.

Prayerfully for you,
steve shirk

April 14, 2012

Seeing Johnny was always an event, and it is a depressing though to think there will be no more events. I will miss him.

April 14, 2012

JK will be sorely missed. What a wonderful man with a kind heart.
Chris & Adele Hardie

A.L.

April 14, 2012

To my uncle and my friend, I love you John...and I will miss you. We'll hook up again in the next life.

Georgia Robinson

April 14, 2012

This is so hard to write. John was a big part of my life for a long time. I always thought I would see him again when I decided to accept one of his thousand invitations to visit his Eagles Club. My heart is breaking that that won't happen now. My condolences and prayers to the entire Klunk family.

Brad Loveland

April 14, 2012

JK made you feel like you were his best friend no matter how well you knew him...A great man and one of a kind..You'll be missed.

Denise Bradford

April 14, 2012

Condolences to the Klunk family.John lived his life through the years by what mattered to him was how he loved others and touched many hearts.A man of character leaving many memories to cherish.

Shanda McCain

April 13, 2012

Coach Klunk was a wonderful man. He coached my son for DYW and taught him so much. He would always have a smile on his face. My prayers go out to the family.
R.I.P Coach Klunk

Nancy Boyd Knight

April 13, 2012

I am profoundly saddened to hear of John's passing. I will be keeping the family in constant prayer.

Ben Forte

April 13, 2012

Our prayers are with the Klunk family during this difficult period. Our deepest sympathy goes out to all.
Ben & Rose Forte

Eric Mazzi

April 13, 2012

To Chunky and family, I remember John when he was dating my cousin Denise, I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family.

Kevin Windstein

April 13, 2012

JK was not only a best friend but an older brother to my brothers and I for 8 years. JK was a coworker and fellow Trustee at the Eagles Club. Words cannot describe how much myself and my family will miss him. I spoke with or saw him everyday and loved his stories. He always made me smile with military stories or growing up with "Chunky", "Tadpole" and the rest of the Klunk clan. My heart is broken and I will always remember you Buddy.
I will always "use turn signals!!" and remember "it's our world" I love you and miss you.
Your Friend
Dubs

JK Fan

April 13, 2012

From a fellow Green-streeter, very sad news. JK was a character. Many memories. Klunk family is in our prayers.

Anonymous

April 13, 2012

John Klunk, JK, Johnny K,the Klunkster. No matter what you called him, those who knew him loved him. He will be sorely missed. He was the kind of guy that when he asked you "how you doing?" he meant it. He would look in your eyes and listen to your response. He loved to laugh, make people laugh, and make people drinks. You always had our backs JK, and now we got yours. RIP

Diane Bruno

April 13, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the Klunk Family. John and I worked together in West Chester and his humor and great stories will always be remembered.

Sandy Paylor

April 13, 2012

I will always remember and miss Johnny's bright smile, his graciousness and lively conversation. His individuality was inspirational and genuine. My deepest sympathy and love to the Klunk Family.

"get right"

April 13, 2012

JK was truly one of a kind. Individuals like himself can never be replaced.

Diane Brittingham

April 13, 2012

John was a co-worker of mine several years ago. He was a very unique individual. Smart, funny, and a great sports enthusiast. I am grateful to have known him even though it was a short time. My sympathy to his family.

Connie Hartman

April 13, 2012

Dear Klunk Family, I am so sorry to read of John's passing. He was just a toddler when I moved from the neighborhood, but I remember him well. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Connie Gara Hartman

Amy Baxter

April 13, 2012

Plain and simple, I will miss you, Uncle Johnny. We all will. I love you.

Brenda Robinson (Fenstermacher)

April 12, 2012

My little cousin. Been so far away in Seattle for so many years, missed seeing you grow up. I hope you are now at peace.

anonymous JK fan

April 12, 2012

Condolences to JK's family. JK always spoke fondly of his family. What a great guy that JK was! He was whacky (given away immediately by his hair!), fun, kind-hearted, gracious, do anything for you type. If you were one of JK's friends (and boy did he have many), he would not let you get by without greeting you as if you were the coolest cat in the world. JK will be missed greatly.

MATT AND BARB BACK

April 12, 2012

JOHN RIP GOD BLESS YOR FAMILY THANKS FOR ALL THAT YOU DONE FOR ALL RIP MATT AND BARB

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