David A. Kline

David A. Kline obituary, Pendleton, IN

David A. Kline

David Kline Obituary

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PENDELTON- David A. Kline, 70, of Pendleton, passed away August 2, 2017 at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital. He was born October 9, 1946 to the late Victor and Deane (Grossnickle) Kline. His lifelong career with Delco-Remy and Delphi Auto Systems spanned 50 years beginning when he was 17 years old. While working, he earned his Bachelor's of Electrical Engineering from the General Motors Institute and his Master's in Engineering from the University of Michigan. He became a Registered Professional Engineer and worked in Georgia for a number of years before moving back to Pendleton in 1999. David had many interests including working in his blacksmith shop and was a member of the Indiana Blacksmithing Association. He also liked to attend the Delco-Remy retiree's breakfast. David gave his time and talents selflessly to his family and friends. His generosity toward others was demonstrated by his decision to be an organ donor. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (Shearer) Kline, whom he married on August 12, 1967; a daughter, Christina McCaul of Pendleton; a son, William Todd (Jennifer) Kline of Georgia; a grandson, William Kannon Kline; a sister, Vicki Turner of Winona Lake; and a brother, Dennis (Dorothy) Kline of Claypool. The family would like to specifically thank the numerous emergency responders and others that assembled to assist on Wednesday, as well as the wonderful staff at St. Vincent's Hospital in Anderson. A Celebration of Life Service will be held, 4 p.m. Monday at Brown-Butz-Diedring Funeral Service & Crematory, 515 East 53rd St. with Rev. Jeff Grossnickle officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Wheeler Mission in Indianapolis or the Madison County Humane Society. Post online condolences at brownbutzdiedring.com

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August 2, 2021

Dennis Sherman posted to the memorial.

August 7, 2017

Bobby Robinson Jr posted to the memorial.

August 7, 2017

Norman Zile posted to the memorial.

Dennis Sherman

August 2, 2021

As I look back over time in my life; David is a person I will always remember. One of the kindest, helpful people I had the pleasure of meeting. God rest his soul.

Bobby Robinson Jr

August 7, 2017

My condolences to the Kline Family. I was very sorry to hear about his passing. May God Bless you all. Bobby Robinson Jr-Albany.Ga

Norman Zile

August 7, 2017

Dave was such a good-hearted man. I knew him through the Fall Creek Blacksmiths. He was a good friend to my parents. He frequently visited them while they each were hospitalized, and helped the other blacksmiths complete my father's final blacksmith project. He will be sorely missed.

Nancy & Eddie Williams

August 7, 2017

Dave touched many lives at Plant 29, Albany Ga. I had the pleasure to work with him in the bridge and winding department. I also got to know his family through Riverview Academy were our kids went to school. He was a incredible person, I am grateful and blessed to have known him. Our deepest sympathy to all of his family. Sincerely, Nancy Eddie, Lauren Williams and Brandi Brooks Dismuke

Becki Johnson

August 7, 2017

"Dave was an awesome Engineer. I worked for him at Delco Remy in Albany, Georgia. He was highly intelligent and pleasant. I want to extend my deepest sympathy to Pat and the Kline family. God bless, Becki Johnson, Elkton, Virginia

Brett Buck

August 7, 2017

My condolences to the Kline family. I worked with Dave for many years in Albany, GA, Anderson, IN and Kokomo, IN. I considered him a friend, peer and, in many respects, a mentor. He was a top-notch engineer with an incredible work ethic and commitment to excellence. He made those around him better. While he expected the best from those that worked for and with him, he was always available to answer questions and provide assistance. He was selfless and not concerned about getting credit (even when credit was due)..he just wanted the work to be done well. Beyond all of his technical capabilities and contributions, I had an even greater appreciation for his kindness, sense of humor and willingness to help anyone with anything. It was obvious that Dave had a very deep love for his family as he spoke of them often and in great detail when our discussions at work went beyond business. Kline family, you are and will continue to be in my prayers.

Tom and Gail Klusmeyer

August 7, 2017

I had the pleasure of working with Dave in Anderson, IN and Albany, GA with Delco Remy. He was a good friend, well respected for his knowledge, work ethic, experience and technical ability by all who worked with him. He and Pat were good friends in or Albany experience. We extend our deepest sympathy to Pat and the Kline family.
Sincerely,

Jon Magee

August 7, 2017

Dave was a good and kind man, a great engineer and a good teacher. I learned a lot from Dave in Albany as a coworker. My thoughts and prayers are with Dave's family and I pray that God will sustain you during this especially difficult time.

Vince Nakovics

August 7, 2017

From everyone at Artist Blacksmith Group of Tidewater our deepest condolences to Dave's family and friends.
Vince for ABGT

Duane Church

August 6, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with Dave's family. He was a very special, impressive man. I worked for Dave in Plant 11 in Anderson and then I worked for 15 years for Dave in Albany, GA. He will be missed.

Joyce Weber [email protected]

August 6, 2017

Dave was my supervisor and friend while we worked together in Kokomo. He was a hard working, kind man and an intelligent engineer. While working on some of the equipment, rings were dangerous and not to be worn. I will always remember Dave with black electrical tape wrapped around his wedding ring to comply with safety issues. To Pat and her family, my prayers are with you during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed.

Linda Strickland

August 6, 2017

Dear Family, may you feel the arms of our Lord around you and know you are in my thoughts.
With empathy and caring thoughts,

Dave /"Soupy" Campbell

August 6, 2017

I am very sorry for your loss. Dave was a fine person and a great boss for many years. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Buck Bennett

August 6, 2017

Todd, Joni and I are so sorry for your loss. We've got you and your family in our prayers...Buck

Dennis Sherman

August 5, 2017

I enjoyed working with David for 18 years in Albany. Our thoughts and prayers are with Pat and her family during this time of loss.

Dennis & Judy Sherman

George (Mike) Will

August 5, 2017

My sincere Condolences to the family left to grieve. I can remember Dave as if it wasn't all that long ago walking/fast down the aisles of Plant 29 Delco-Remy in Albany Georgia where I also worked. A quite studious nice man are the words that I'd use to describe my memories of Dave. When called about a problem he would always ask the person directly involved with it. Rest In Peace my man.

Sandy White

August 5, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with Dave's family. I worked with Dave at the Albany, Ga. Delco Remy plant. He was a great engineer especially on that computer chip operated line that was driving most of us crazy. He took all the problems and worked on it with us until it was right. Good man, good friend.

Dave Wells

August 5, 2017

My condolences to Daves family. I met him through blacksmithing at John Ziles place. A great guy, and will be missed.

FRANCIS KIMM

August 5, 2017

My condolences to the Family. I worked in Plant 11 with Dave for quite a while as he was the resident Electrical Engineer. Dave was a great person and a great Engineer. I still talked with him on occasion at Marsh Market in Pendleton. He will greatly missed by family and friends. May he R.I.P.

David Chatman

August 5, 2017

I am so shocked to hear of this. I worked with Dave at Delco-Remy in Albany since his arrival there until the closure.I had the wonderful opportunity to know his family as his children attended Riverview Academy with my son's. May the Lord wrap his loving and comforting arms around the family at this time.

Donald Eckstein

August 5, 2017

I met David on his first day at Delco Remy as a GMI student. He impressed me then as he did throughout his career. He worked hard, was intelligent and caring. He prided himself on being able to do many different tasks. My condolences and prayers for his family.
Don Eckstein

Jeff Jacks

August 5, 2017

He was a great guy who will be truly missed

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