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Peter was born in Gilberton on June 19, 1935, a son of the later Peter and Helen (Pratcavage) Klem. Upon graduating high school, he enlisted in the United States Army, serving as a military policeman. After his discharge in 1957, Peter began working for General Motors in Linden, NJ and then later working and retiring from Hyatt Roller Bearing in Central New Jersey.
In addition to his parents, Peter was preceded in death by his wife, Millie (Kosmisky) Klem in 2024, and by a sister, Irene Bernathy and a brother, James Klem.
He is survived by his brother, Raymond Klem of Mohnton, and two sisters in law, Ruth Murphy of New Jersey and Theresa Horas of Frackville, along with nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 49 North Line St, Frackville, at 11 AM on Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025. Relatives and friends are asked to meet at the church at 10:45 prior to the mass.
Peter will be laid to rest alongside his wife Millie at the Annunciation Cemetery in Frackville, following Military Honors.
The Stauffer-Breznik Funeral Home, Ringtown, is assisting Peter's family during their time of need. You may leave an online condolence at www.ringtownfuneral.com
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Millie Markowski Helt
April 1, 2025
We are so sorry that we are unable to attend Pete´s funeral. We have many wonderful memories of our times with the Klem family. We send our sympathy to all of you, Raymond, Joey, Christine, Ruthie, and Theresa. May our Father in heaven grant His love and peace to Pete and to all of you, may He send good health, peace, and the love of family and friends.
From cousins,,,Millie Markowski Helt, Rita Sauers,Bonnie Bolinsky.
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Alan Hughes
March 30, 2025
Rest in peace Pete. You and Milley were wonderful neighbors
Al Hughes
Robert J. Miklas, USN.
March 28, 2025
Peter, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. The final battle is now over and peace has been restored. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.
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