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Howard Klein Obituary
88, died Saturday, March 14, 2015 at Baptist Health.
He was a native of Cincinnati, OH, a World War II Navy veteran, was founder and owner Zeke's Pawn Shop, from 1962-1969, 1980 to the present day and Howard's Men & Boys Clothing from 1969-1979. Zeke was a member of Keneseth Israel Congregation.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Max and Margaret Klein.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Sylvia Fine Klein; his children, Michael Klein (Ivy) of Chesterfield, MO, Steven Klein (Julie), Karen Levine (Howard) and Julie Barrett (John); a brother, George Klein; a sister, Fay Levin (Fred); his grandchildren, Marc Klein (Jamie), Jodie Klein, Kevin Klein and Clara Klein; and two great-grandchildren, Liv and Miles Klein.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at Herman Meyer & Son, 1338 Ellison Avenue with burial to follow in Keneseth Israel Cemetery. Visitation will begin after 1 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Keneseth Israel Congregation.
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vicki reznikoff
March 16, 2015
I'm so sorry about Zeke. What a great dad you had Karen, Julie and siblings. Sylvia, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love, Vicki Sherman Reznikoff
Paul and Susan
March 16, 2015
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We will so miss having Zeke down the hall from us. His humor was always so wonderful. Take care, neighbor.
Karen Feldbaum
March 16, 2015
Thinking of Uncle Zeke has always, and will continue to bring a smile to my face and warmth to my heart. Comforting thoughts and prayers to all of his family and friends.
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