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Bryan Klotz Obituary

KLOTZ Bryan Paul Klotz, loving husband and father, passed away on Sunday, May 6, 2012 at age 61. Beloved husband of Lori Ramsey Klotz. Loving father of Erica, Lindsey and Jessica Klotz, and stepfather of Christine Ulicsni. Brother of Cheryl Barnes (Larry) and Stephenie Jackson. Grandfather of Stella Rose Caruso. Son of the late Maurice and Jane Klotz. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Klotz was a graduate of Archbishop Rummel High School and UNO. He was a Sales Manager for Republic National Distributing Company and was a member of Louisiana Restaurant Association and the Krewe of Bacchus. He will be greatly miss-ed by his loving dogs, Reese and Daisy. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Visitation at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchar-train Blvd., on Friday, May 11, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. with Mass to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to the LASPCA la-spca.org/bryanklotz preferred. To view and sign the guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com

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Published by The Times-Picayune from May 9 to May 10, 2012.

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Deedy Johnson

May 19, 2012

To the Klotz Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you on a constant basis. Remember to be abscent from the body is to be present with the Lord. May God keep you and bless you all. Byran will be truly missed by many.

Deirdre (Deedy) Young-Johnson
Republic National Distributing Company

Donna Pitre Melancon

May 18, 2012

Lori, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your families.

May 17, 2012

Lori and Family,

Penny and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to all of you at this most difficult time. We were always glad to see you and Bryan at Hornets events. Best wishes to you.

Al and Penny Baumer

May 13, 2012

Dear Lori and Chrisine,

So very sorry to hear the sad news about Bryan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Much love, Jennifer, Bryan Blaum

Lisa Falanga Davis

May 11, 2012

Erica and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Janet Townsend

May 11, 2012

Lori,

My prayers go out to you and your family at the sudden loss of your loved one.

"Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us everyday"

May 11, 2012

Lori & the Klotz Family,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. May the fondest of memories help guide you through this difficult time. We will keep you in our thoughts & prayers.

Love,
Tricia & Mike Dunn

Sharon Capo

May 11, 2012

Lori my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Bryan was such a wonderful and giving man.

Lee Merritt

May 11, 2012

Bryan was my mentor,boss, and friend. My heart is broken for you, lori, and the family. I will always be grateful for your wisdom and leadership that you taught me. You will be deeply missed my friend.

Jamie Lee Giorgio

May 10, 2012

lori,
my deepest symtheties are with you and your family in this very tough time. bryan will be remembered as an amazing man that truly touched everyone's life he met. i will miss his kindness and always wonderful company.

Cindy and CJ Wood

May 10, 2012

Bryan will be missed by all that knew him. Such a pleasant person to work with. His candle burnt out way too early! God bless the Klotz family you will be in our thoughts and prayers

adrienne crumpton

May 10, 2012

I never got to thank Bryan for everything he did for me ..and thank him for hiring me at Republic and giving me a chance. Prayers are with your family. You were a great boss

Kimberly Boudoin

May 10, 2012

"Prayers to you sweet Lori and Family! Our hearts are just so heavy, but we know Bryan is dancing with The Angels!"
Love, Kimberly, Brent and Sarah Boudoin

Maria Ovella Siebenkittel

May 10, 2012

Erica, Lindsey, Jessica and the entire Klotz Family:

We were so sad to hear of your Dad's passing. Caring thoughts as well as our daily prayers are with all of you in this most difficult time of sorrow. Your Dad has left you with so many wonderful memories that you will cherish forever. He is now living happily in the Land of the Lord. May he rest in peace.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Glenn, Maria, Sean and Megan Siebenkittel

Debby Wilson

May 10, 2012

Lori and family, George and I are so saddened by your loss. You and all of the family are in our paryers every day. I can only imagine how shocking this was for you all. May your family and faith be with you through this difficult time.
Debby and George Wilson, Dothan, Al.

May 10, 2012

Bryan will be missed by SO many! Our deepest sympathies go out to Lori and all of Bryans family. May he Rest in Peace, Bob and Doreen Camillone

May 10, 2012

Lori and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss and certainly my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Having known Bryan for years I feel so fortunate that I had the opportunity to spend time and get to know him at Strauss and Bologna Bros.
He was a wonderful guy and I am so thankful that I have such fond memories to cherish for the rest of my life especially the trip we took to Seattle.
God Bless you Bryan as you will be missed-
Love ya,
Ricky Lato

May 10, 2012

Lori, Erica, Lindsey, Jessica & Christine

Kevin & I are so very sorry for your loss of Bryan. Our prayers & thoughts are with all of you! Brian was such a special person who touched so many lives! Cherish the wonderful times & memories & hold them in your hearts foreve.
Our Deepest Sympathy,

Kevin & Mary Centanni

Miss & love ya Bryan!!!

Tammy LeBlanc

May 10, 2012

A precious life has been lost!!! Bryan's unique laugh will live on forever in my head... I will miss you dearly!! My thoughts and prayers are with you Lori, and your entire family.

Tony Pellegrini

May 10, 2012

Lori, Words cannot desribe what we all are feeling. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Bryan will be missed by many.

Jay Livaudias

May 10, 2012

When I was with Jim Beam and Bryan was with Strauss we had some great times together. He was the only competitor invited to my retirement party. He will always be part of the Jim Beam family. He will be sorely missed.

Lu Brow

May 10, 2012

To the family of Bryan Klotz, I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your husband and father. I knew Bryan professionally and always liked and respected him. He was such a nice gentleman. Bryan's word and handshake were something you could count on as he always kept his word and followed through on a commitment. This is such a loss to our industry and he will be missed. My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.

Todd and Kathy StPierre

May 10, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lynne Buckel

May 10, 2012

Lori,I am so sad to here of Bryans untimely death. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. We are presently in GA helping David and Cindy as their child goes through chemo.
Sincerly,Lynne and Andy.

Chris Falk

May 10, 2012

I knew Bryan from my days in the liquor business. I am sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

May 9, 2012

May the Lord help get you through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Kim McGivern LeBoeuf

Nancy Buckman

May 9, 2012

Lori,
I am so sad to hear about Brian. I think about all the events, outings, vacations, etc. that you and Brian have shared. What incredible memories to have been able to experience all of that. I will keep you and the family in my prayers. Danny and Kenny also wanted me to say how sorry they are also.
Nancy Buckman

Generations Hall

May 9, 2012

Past memories of love and happiness helps heal a broken heart.

Ronnie & Chip
The Abbouds

May 9, 2012

Lori and Family,

As a Rummel and UNO classmate of Bryan I was sad to learn of his passing. My heart and prayers go out to family.

Wayne Micas

May 9, 2012

Lori and family,
My heart is heavy, but I smile when I think about all the wonderful memories that we have with Bryan. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Much Love, Ken and Penny McIntosh

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