Ralph Klett Obituary
Ralph K. Klett, age 85, of Erie, passed away on Friday, July 19, 2024, at UPMC Hamot Hospital after a short illness.
He was born in Erie on January 25, 1939, the only son of the late Kenneth and Pauline (Kelsey) Klett.
Ralph proudly served our country in the United States Navy from 1961-1967. He enjoyed his career in engineering traveling to many countries including Germany, England and Saudi Arabia.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Annebelle Klett in 2020.
He leaves behind to cherish him in memory, his children, Caroline Dobay, Corrie Klett, Brian Klett, Kathleen Geist and Veronica Thomas and step-daughter, Janet Peightal (Mark). He is further survived by his sister, Susan, several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Friends are invited to Burton Quinn-Scott Cremation & Funeral Services Inc. Downtown, 602 W 10th St., on Saturday, July 27, 2024, for an 11:00 a.m. Memorial Service. Burial to follow in Calvary Cemetery with Full Military Honors.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
602 W 10th St, Erie, PA 16502
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