Susan Klein Obituary
Susan Ann Thompson Klein died peacefully in her sleep Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
Sue was an avid skier, horseman, bike rider, shooter, photographer, and conservationist. She was the co-owner and publisher of the Bath Country Journal for 25 years. Sue helped in authorization of the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. She worked with a friend on the book Great Lodges in the National Parks and visited all 59 of the parks.
Sue raised two daughters: Kristin Spindel, and Megan Kowalchick, and was married to George for 61 years.
In memory of Sue, please go out and enjoy a hike in your local park.
A service celebrating Sue’s life will be announced at a later date.Services in care of the Billow Funeral Homes and Crematory, 85 N. Miller Road Akron, OH 44333 (Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel)
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