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John Joseph Klimczak, 82, of Cleveland, OH passed away on February 6th, 2025 after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.
John was born on February 25th, 1942 to John and Mary Klimczak in Garfield Heights, OH. After graduating from Cathedral of Latin, he became a member of the Army Reserves and he went on to become a firefighter in Garfield Hts. After retirement he worked part time at a golf Club and he enjoyed playing golf with friends.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary and by his loving brother, Ronald Klimczak. John is survived by his sister, Marian and his three daughters: Kim Lisboa, Linette Arslanian and Cheryl Szach , and his partner, Carol Workman, along with seven grandchildren.
John’s wishes were to be cremated so there will be no funeral showing. We just ask for your prayers and blessings. Condolences and special memories of John can be shared with his family online at www.heritagecremationsociety.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
16150 Brookpark Rd., Cleveland, OH 44135

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