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Patrick Kloss Obituary
He was born on July 12, 1966 in Erie, Pennsylvania to the late Joseph V. Kloss, Sr. and Joyce (Coffey) Kloss.
Patrick graduated from Seneca High School and Emory University where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree.
He served in the United States Air Force for 23 years exiting as a Master Sergeant. His specialties included Integrated Avionics Systems, Avionics Test and Components; Aircraft-Main Frames, Propulsion, Controls, Communications, and Telemetry/Navigation; and Defense Attache with over 3 years in the Turkish Embassy.
His missions included Airwing Maintenance, Supply, Support, and Combat Med-Evacs with deployments in Southwest Asia and Kosovo; and many Expeditionary Assignments.
Among his many awards and citations were numerous Medals, Service Stars, and OakLeaf Clusters for: Small Arms Expert Marksmanship, Global War on Terrorism, NATO Medals, National Defense Service Medal, Outstanding Unit Award with Valor Device, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, and Air Force Commendation Medal.
He was subject to Active Duty Recall by the Secretary of the Air Force.
He was a man of steel resolve for the respect of God, and welfare of Home, Family, Country.
Patrick enjoyed all matters mechanical and electrical, shooting sports, and keeping abreast of world conditions/events.
He was a member of St. Gregory Thaumaturgus Church in North East.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John W. Kloss, Jerome D. Kloss, and George E. Kloss; sisters, Margaret J. Kloss and Joanne Conti; and brother-in-law, David Slagle.
Patrick is survived by his brothers, Joseph V. Kloss (Mary Lee) and Vincent S. Kloss (Marlene); sisters, Helen R. Kloss, Rosalie L. Edinger (David), Marian J. Kloss, Judith J. Kloss, and Dolores E. Slagle; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may be greeted at St. Gregory Thaumaturgus Parish, 48 South Pearl Street, North East on Wednesday November 20th at 9:30 a.m. until time of a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. followed by a committal service with Full Military Honors at St. Gregory Cemetery. Memorials may be made to St. Gregory Church, 140 West Main Street, North East, PA 16428. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the William D. Elkin Funeral Home, 65 South Lake Street, North East. Please send condolences to elkinfh.com.
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November 16, 2025
I can't believe it has been a year. A year without you here. A year without talking to you, messaging you or seeing you. They say things get better with time, but this doesn't seem to be true. You are missed beyond words to those that cared about you. I miss you Patrick. R
Helen Kloss
November 15, 2025
Dear Sweet Brother Patrick,
Today November 15, 2025, it is one year since you left us to go home to our holy Lord, God the Father in heaven. We miss you more than words can say. Now our sister Judie has come to join you. Please take care of one another and the rest of the family in heaven with you. We love you. God Bless you in Jesus Precious name ~ AMEN
Love your Sister,
Helen Kloss
Rebecca
July 8, 2025
Can't believe the time is here and you are not. You always told everyone your birthday was on July 4th (although I knew otherwise). No words can express how much I miss you.
HELEN KLOSS
July 7, 2025
Dear Patrick,
Your birthday will be here in 5 days sweet brother sand how we love sand miss you so much! It hurts so much. Please know you are never forgotten. You are and were an amazing and intelligent brother, a blessing to us all. A true gift to us and all who knew and loved you. Holding you so close, so dear. A shining STAR!
In our hearts forever with endearing love,
Your sister,
Helen Kloss & Our entire Family & all the Sweet Ladies Out There That Loved You So Much
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LOLI ANDREA
February 7, 2025
Patrick, you left very young, I am devastated. I met you when you were in Moron and I have beautiful memories with you: our long walks, your beautiful poems, the strange way we met...You were a good guy, very respectful, always talking about your large family. I already can remember you telling me about the recent birth of your nephew or about your sister, Dolly. You were a short time in my life, but you will live forever in my thoughts.
LOLI
February 7, 2025
Patrick, I am shocked, you left very young. I met you when you were in Moron and I have beautiful memories of you: long walks, beautiful poems, the strange way we met... I already remember how you told me about your huge family, about the recient birth of one of your nephews, about your sister Dolly or your mother's name. You weren't much time in my life, but you will stay forever in my thoughts.
Tina Gross
January 23, 2025
I am devastated to find the news of your passing! How can it be that you are gone? You were my first true love and oh how I loved you! Time and choices took us in different directions but you were never forgotten. I will always cherish you my friend
Michael Mueller
January 20, 2025
Patrick, we served together at Wurtsmith and Moron. We deployed together for Desert Shield/Storm. Just searched you, and found this. I picked you up when you returned home. I will miss you.
Your brother in service,
Michael Mueller
Rebecca
November 19, 2024
Patrick, oh Patrick..... how can this be true? I don't want to believe this. It's like a nightmare coming to life. I will miss you beyond words, but you know this. I still have the songs I recorded of you singing Karaoke. Those I will cherish forever. Till we meet again.... Much love..... Rebecca (the Orton girl as you called me).
HELEN KLOSS
November 18, 2024
Dear Patrick,
So hard to believe you are gone. Very painful for us all as we all loved/love you so much. But you are no longer suffering and are home in heaven with our loving Lord, God the Father. You made us all so proud of you. Your amazing beautiful singing voice, your awesome avid saxophone playing forever missed but never forgotten. Say hello to all our family in heaven with you and that we miss them too. Words cannot express how I feel right now, but know you meant/mean the world to me as your sister. I love you dear brother.
With Deep Heartfelt Love Forever & Ever,
Love Your Sister, Helen Kloss North East, PA. 16428
Kellen Kloss
November 17, 2024
Uncle Pat was a man rare among all others. He gave his body, mind, and soul for the safety and prosperity of his country, and was a fighter until his final breath. He spoke his mind, minced no words, and lived to serve his family, friends, neighbors, and fellow Americans. He was loved and will be missed by many as he trades one set of wings for another. Thank you for your service, Patrick, and rest easy.
~Kellen and Sarah Kloss
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