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Anan Klailee Obituary

Klailee Anan Klailee, passed away in Columbus, Ohio, July 12, 2013 at age 68. Born in Ban Pong, Ratchaburi, Thailand. Beloved and devoted husband of Maria and father of Molly, Jovanna, and Ruth. He came to College in Portsmouth, Ohio in 1969 where he met his beloved wife Maria. They got married in Nicaragua in 1972, moved back to Columbus, Ohio in 1979. Anan opened the first Thai Orchid Restaurant in Dublin in 1986, and followed with the second Thai Orchid Restaurant in 2009 in Powell. The Asian Festival of Columbus 2012 cited Anan as one of the unsung Thai heroes in Columbus as follow. "Mr. Anan Klailee, the owner of Thai Orchid is standing out. He has been in Columbus in the mid 1970. He has provided place for Thai students in Columbus and vicinity to work, place for Thais in need to stay. At present, his house is a center of gathering for celebration and ceremony for Thais in Columbus and nearby". Anan is preceded in death by his parents Sanga and Khuen, brother Kimhong, and brothers-in-law Huanhuat, Anuwat, and Surachai. Anan is survived by Beloved wife, Maria; daughters, Molly Klailee, Jovanna and her husband, Daniel Matheny, Ruth Klailee; and four grandchildren, Austin, Devens, Lila, and Frankie; sisters, Kimhean Saelim, Pranee Treeaneckpinit, Sa-Ing Uhmert, Supatah Seechailat, and Wongdean Klailee; nieces, Nathaya and husband, Virat, Sangchan and husband, Pijit, Kigna and husband, Patapol; nephews, Preeda and wife, Kanika, Pongsak and wife, Sareenra; and nine great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, contribution may be made to the Buddhist Meditation Center of Chicago, 6224 Gunnison St., Chicago, IL 60630. Family will receive friends from 4-6 p.m. on SUNDAY, JULY 14, 2013 at the RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME AT POWELL, 450 West Olentangy Street, Powell, Ohio 43065, (614)-792-1471. (The funeral home is located on W. Olentangy St./Powell Rd./SR 750 1/4 mile east of Sawmill Parkway.) Private Family Funeral Service will be held on Monday. A Memorial Reception in honor of Anan will be held on TUESDAY, JULY 16 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. at THAI ORCHID RESTAURANT, 8736 Moreland Street, Powell, OH 43065. Please visit www.rutherfordfuneralhomes.com to send condolences to the Klailee Family.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Jul. 12 to Jul. 13, 2013.

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October 20, 2013

Mark, Sean,Natalie,Patrick and I are just heartbroken over the loss of Anan! The first time we walked onto Thai Orchid in 1991 and met Anan, we loved him right away. We had so many wonderful times, not to mention the best Thai food in the world! When ewe moved back to Chicago in 1995 we had our going away party at Thai Orchid. Over the years we would surprise Anan and come into town. He treated us like family and we loved him. Patrick and i were in Dublin last november. I am so glad i got to see him one more time. I will always remember that beautiful smile and kind heart. Maria and your lovely girls we send our love and condolences, The Piper Family

Eric (Chicken Paid Thai with Extra Lime)

September 26, 2013

I just found out about Anan's passing. I am sorry for your great loss. His enthusiasim and smile will be missed.

lisa

July 21, 2013

so sorry to hear that this light is gone from our world. in the mid 80's I found the first thai orchid and loved it, frequented often. you were all so kind and the food delicious. when my brother and his Chinese wife would come to town we would have thai orchid - we all loved it (and she is picky!) I have moved since and don't get there as often, but perhaps someday soon. you just know good people when you meet them and he and his wife were good people. my best to all of you...god bless

July 20, 2013

Maria, I cannot imagine the sadness that you must be feeling right now. I just learned of Mr. Lee's passing and the tears haven't stopped flowing since. He was one of the kindest men I knew... a true gentleman in his words and actions with my family. I know that you loved him so much. Praying for peace for your whole family during this time and the days ahead. Most kindly, Joy Lloyd

Madeline Massie

July 18, 2013

Ruthie, I was so sorry to read of your loss. Please accept my condolences. I think of you frequently and our times at COED. I finally retired after 10+ years. You can reach me at [email protected] if you want to.

James Wheeler

July 18, 2013

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Anan was always so friendly and genuinely happy to see my wife Susan and I when we came to your restaurants. I will especially remember the time when Anan told us of his love for ribs.... Seemed so amusing when he ran such a wonderful Thai experience. RIP you will be missed.

Steve Norden

July 17, 2013

Maria and Family:
I am so sorry that I learned of Anan's death this evening, which is too late. We first became acquainted with you when you opened Szechaun Wok in the Olde Sawmill shopping center and we have enjoyed Thai Orchid since it opened in 1991-92. My sons said that Anan was the nicest person they had ever met. I can't imagine a future without him because he was so kind and I so enjoyed dining at Thai Orchid. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Martin Gallo

July 16, 2013

Hola Maria we are very sorry for the loss of your husband. My pryers are with you and your family. God Bless

Kevin D Kildow

July 15, 2013

I wish you REST and PEACE. I shall miss you until we meet again!

Jeff and Marcia Johnston

July 15, 2013

Our condolences to family and staff. Mr. Anan was a good friend. We always looked forward to visiting with him when we ate at his wonderful restaurant.

Jeff and Marcia Johnston (Dublin)

July 15, 2013

My deepest sympathy goes to Anan's immediate and extended family. From the Schezwan Wok thru the new Powell location - we would always greet each other via his type of attitute - GREAT ! Kent

Troy and Marquita Crawford

July 14, 2013

Dear Maria and Family Klailee.
We are saddened by the loss of our friend of over 24 years, but also find peace in knowing that his personal struggles are over. Thank you for allowing us to share in the joy of watching you and Anan realize your business dreams, and sharing in the growth of your family. We have always enjoyed our conversations with you and Anan, Becky and Ming. A special thanks to you for allowing me to spend time with you and Anan a couple of weeks ago, and for such a long time; we certainly had some memories and some smiles. Peace be With You.

Stan Fulk

July 14, 2013

Our condolences to the entire family and staff of Thai Orchid. Anan had a gift of making everyone feel like they were his favorite customer ... Truly a wonderful old soul. His warm smile will be forever missed. Our prayer go out to his family

Zoran Dejanov

July 14, 2013

Didn't know Mr.Anan but I 've known Molly for a lot of years and I am sorry for her loss .Condolences to the Klailee family

Dave Dunbar

July 14, 2013

A great friend, a great neighbor, a great family man. You will be missed by all.
Our hearts go out to the Klailee family.
Sincerely,
The Dunbar's (Dave, Carey, Zachary and Cameron)

July 14, 2013

No matter what kind of day I'd had, he always elicited a smile from me. Gentle and sweet are two adjectives I'd use to describe Anan Klailee. My sincere condolences to the family. I will miss him.

Rhonda Gaines

July 14, 2013

No matter what kind of day I'd had, he always elicited a smile from me. Gentle and sweet are two adjectives I'd use to describe Anan Klailee. My sincere condolences to the family. I will miss him.

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July 13, 2013

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Pennie Davidson

July 13, 2013

The memories of our Friday night meals at Thai Orchid and Anan are overwhelming. John, myself, and the kids are greatly saddened by Anan's passing. The relationship we shared with Anan is something that our family will always cherish. Our children grew up knowing that every Friday was Thai Orchid night. His legacy lives on through his family and the wonderful restaurant he created. Our family will miss your smiling face and conversations when we visit. May your family find a gentle peace in knowing that you made a difference in this world.

Love,
The Davidson's (John, Pennie, Christopher, Amy, and Andrew)

Familia Jiménez

July 13, 2013

La familia Jiménez te recordará siempre con mucho cariño porque no solo fuiste un amigo sino compadre y un hermano que nos diste la mano y todo tu cariño de corazón

Familia Lopez

July 12, 2013

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

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