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Franklin Kleist Obituary

Kleist, Franklin H. May 8, 2011. Age 86 years. Beloved husband of the late Adeline. Loving father of Peter. Dear grandfather of Steven (Amanda), Brian (Julie), Kevin and Julie. Great-grandfather of Sophia and Tyler. Further survived by other relatives and friends. Services were on Thursday, May 12, 2011, at the Funeral Home. Private burial at Graceland Cemetery.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from May 10 to May 15, 2011.

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Mary Beth Krueger

May 16, 2011

Peter, Steve, Brian & Julie, I just found out about the loss of your father and grandfather my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Don/Lee Rudolph

May 15, 2011

Sorry to hear that Frank passed away. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Frank sold us our 1st vacuum cleaner 60 years ago and it is still working good.
Don/Lee Rudolph

May 12, 2011

Dear Kleist family,

Please accept our condolences; we're sorry to hear of Uncle Frank's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Larry & Carolyn Liebau

May 12, 2011

Dear Kleist Family,

Please accept our sincerest sympathy for the loss of your loved one. Your Wisconsin Lutheran High School family is here to support you and pray for you all during this difficult time. May God comfort you in his loving arms and give you peace.

Wisconsin Lutheran High School
May 12, 2011
Milwaukee, WI

Linda & Bill Buczek

May 11, 2011

Sorry to hear that Uncle Frank passed away. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

Mary Wilson

May 10, 2011

We're very sorry for your loss. Please accept our thoughts and prayers.

The Wilson Family (Agnes, Zoe, Mary)

Michele Phalen

May 10, 2011

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

May 10, 2011

Prayers and Thoughts are with you.

The Liebau Family (Paul, Betty & Brett)

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