Peter Klose Obituary
Pete was born on Dec. 7, 1968 in Falls Church, Va., the son of Robert and Dolly (Morris) Klose of Quartzite, Ariz.
He married Pamela Kay Henning in Clarence Center, N.Y., on July 22, 2000.
He graduated from Glastonbury High School and from the University of Connecticut. He worked as a senior application developer for Aetna Insurance Company, Cromwell.
Pete loved fishing, hunting, working with his hands and especially on his motorcycle. He was an avid Yankee fan and UConn men's basketball fan and loved doing crosswords in his spare time. He loved spending time with his children, family and friends. He was a rare individual who could bring joy to the lives of all that he touched. Pete had a special gift of knowing how to be a friend to many people and it was this gift that he shared.
Besides his wife Pam and his parents he is survived by his 3 1/2 year old son, Benjamin, and his 1 1/2 year old son, Alexander; a brother, Rob Klose; three sisters, Tracy Skinner, Alison Klose and Stephanie Gundrum; his in-laws, Joe and Cheryl Henning; five neices and nephews and one great-niece.
The funeral service will be held on Friday, May 19th, at 11 O'clock at the Groton Bible Chapel, 66 Toll Gate Road, Groton. Calling hours will be held on Thursday, May 18th, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home, 48 Grand St., Niantic.
Kindly omit flowers. Donations in his memory may be made to a scholarship fund for his children, sent to CHET, P.O. Box 150499, Hartford CT 06115. For Benjamin #725288-1955 and for Alexander #730181-1955.
To sign the family's online register book, and for directions to obituary information, please visit www.neilanfuneralhome.com
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Elizabeth Dries
June 6, 2006
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Pete’s family. I met Pete while working on the same team at Aetna in Middletown. We would chat about his boys, Colorado, Western NY and the Designer I sewing machine. He introduced me to Thai food. I’ll always remember his love for his family and outdoor sports but most of all his humor. May God bless you and keep you.
Kelly and Matt Gates
May 21, 2006
Our deepest condolences to Pam, Ben, Alex, and the entire family. Pete was a great friend and fishing buddy, who will be missed.
Alex Catubig
May 18, 2006
I was blessed to have had Peter Klose as one of my close,close friends for 25years.He was nothing but kind and giving to my family and I growing up and he was the same when we last saw him at a Family birthday gathering a few weeks ago.Thats just the way he was.My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Klose Family.Especially Pam,Benjamin and Alexander.Pete will be deeply missed.God Bless You All.
ALOHA "Putz", Thanks for all the Great memories!
Judy Morris
May 18, 2006
Dear Pam,Ben, Alex,I was really saddened to hear about Pete.My deepest sympathies and prayers are with you and always. Sorry I could not be there. I love you all Aunt Judy
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Michael Cronin
May 18, 2006
I have had many friends who have passed at early ages, but the passing of Peter is the hardest for me to accept. Not only was Pete a unique individual whose friendship was valued by all who knew him, but also like myself, a father of a young family. Pete was a father that all boys dream about: love of fishing, hunting, riding motor cycles, working on cars, well educated, and a fantastic role model for what it takes to be a kind, considerate, fun- loving human being. Pete will always be respected and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. God Bless.
Valerie Sonnenfeld
May 18, 2006
Pam, Ben and Alex,
Words can not express on how sorry we are for your loss. All of us at the Brothers of Mercy are grieving and praying for you and your family. From all the wonderful stories your mother shares with me I personally feel like I know you, Pete and your precious boys. My heart goes out to you and your family.
With our deepest sympathy,
Dianne Meeker
May 18, 2006
Pete will be missed very much here. I was not lucky enough to have known him for very long, but he is one of those people that leave a lasting sweet, funny, and kind memory no matter how long you knew him.
My prayers are with his wife and sons and family and friends.
Michele Dankowski
May 18, 2006
Our deepest sympathies are extended to you during this difficult time. The thoughts of many of Pete's friends and co-workers here at Aetna are with you at this time of sorrow.
May 18, 2006
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Sandy and Claude Ruel
May 18, 2006
Dear Bob,Dolly,Robbie,Tracey,Alison
and Stephanie and Pam and all your families,
We were so sorry to hear about Pete.You have our deepest sympathy and we will be thinking of you. I will write to you at Traceys. We love you and you are in our prayers and hearts.
Marty Shafer
May 17, 2006
We are all very sorry to hear of Peter's untimely death. His mother-in-law, Cheryl Henning, works with us in Williamsville, NY and we are all sharing in her sorrow and grief at this time. Cheryl's daughter, Pamela, and her 2 sons are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Doris Hoffenberg Jones
May 17, 2006
My family's deepest sympathy and prayers go to Bob and Dolly, and Pete'swife and children. Pete lived across the street for a time and was a dear friend of my son, David. He was a ray of sunshine and always ready to help a friend ,like his father. When i bought a gas grill that needed to be put together, along came Pete and his friend Mike and put it together in 5 minutes. And laughed and joked about how easy it was...He was a good person and will be greatly missed. God rest his soul, and God bless his family.
Linda and Claude Rossignol
May 17, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Erin and Mike Morin
May 17, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Klose, Pam, Tracey and others, words cannot express how sorry Mike and I are about the passing of Peter. Please know that are hearts and prayers are with you at this time. We had the pleasure of meeting Peter at Larry and Tracey's wedding, so we know first hand what a loss this is for you all.
James Donahue
May 17, 2006
Please accept my deepest sympathies for the death of your beloved Peter. I work at Aetna and always liked working with Peter. He was always helpful, and enjoyable. I know he will be missed by your family and by everyone here at Aetna thet knew him. He will be in my prayers as will his family.
Most sincerely,
Jeff Gibilisco
May 17, 2006
My thoughts and prays go out to Petes family and friends. Pete was a very friendly and lovable guy and I will surely miss him. There will always be a void in my heart from his passing that will never be replaced. Putz may you rest in peace!! Little Gib
Mary Ellen Otto (Longo)
May 17, 2006
Peter spent a great deal of high school time at my home in Glastonbury, and was always a welcomed visitor. I am so very sorry to learn of his untimely death. My heart goes out to his entire family. May all the good memories you share sustain you during this horrific time. With love to all, Mary Ellen (Longo) Otto
Tom Quinlan
May 17, 2006
I met Peter as a contractor on a project at Aetna in 2004. Peter was one of the few employees on the project and was always available to answer questions and was just a great guy to talk to and very warm and friendly with everyone he met.
I just returned to Aetna last month as an employee and was happy to see him. One of the reasons I decided to become an employee was that I liked the people I had worked with and Peter was at the top of the list. He has many friends here and although I am in another area of Aetna his name came up last week as he was helping someone I currently work with. This was no surprise. I will miss him a lot and remember him for the warm and giving person that he was.
With My Deepest Sympathy.
Tom Quinlan
Linda Elrick
May 17, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Pete was a friend of our son, Andy, and stayed for the weekend at our home in South Burlington many years ago. I remember that weekend fondly. Our thoughts and prayers go with you.
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