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Robert Kleemann Obituary
Preston - Robert E. Kleemann, Sr. 74, of Preston passed away unexpectedly October 10, 2019. He was born in Norwich on March 5, 1945 the son of the late George and Antoinette (Domaracki) Kleemann Sr. Bob was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was currently employed as an auto parts manager at Kleemann Auto Parts in Preston for the last 50 years. He was married to Irene (Neault) Kleemann who survives him. Besides his wife, he is survived by one son: Robert E. Kleemann, Jr. and his wife Fawn, two daughters: Christine Ryan and her husband Michael, and Joline Wawrzynowicz, one brother: George Kleemann Jr. and two sisters, Shirley Bishop and Susan Mahoney, his grandchildren: Shane, Devan and Alexis Wawrzynowicz and Kegan and Michaela Ryan as well as nieces and nephews.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, October 19, 2019 at 10:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Church in Taftville, meeting directly at church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be held Thursday, October 17, 2019 from 6-8 P.M. at the Guillot Funeral Home, 75 South B Street, Taftville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Assoc., P.O. Box 5022, Wallingford, CT 06492-7522.
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Jim Bober
December 18, 2021
It was summer 2019 when I had opportunity to meet with Bob at the yard (Ray D., bro-in-law had introduced us.) I arranged to buy from him a 2000 S10 that he had originally set aside for his own use.. Over many weeks Bob tinkered with it, making many improvements and upgrades, as a labor of love; as restoration was his passion. The longer I waited, the more improvements and fixes were added.. until the purchase was finalized and I received a truck much more worthy that my investment eventually justified! I am still thankful to Bob, and drive the truck to this day - I also continue to pray for his beloved family, that the Lord continue to sustain you and bless you through your loss.
Chris Johnston
November 20, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Bob was a great man and a pleasure to do business with. He will be missed but not forgotten. I had done business with Bob for many years.
Rev. Tyrone E. Glaspie
December 23, 2019
We are saddened for the passing of your loved one. He was very nice to me and my daughter when she needed a taillight and I needed parts.
Karla Drainville
October 27, 2019
My deepest condolences to your family.
Rick and Sheila Zimmer
October 18, 2019
Sue Mohney and Family,
Rick and I are terribly sorry about the loss of your brother.
May he Rest in Peace
Thom Beams
October 18, 2019
Irene and family,
My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Robert, may he rest in peace.
Many prayers for you and your family at this time of sorrow.
God Bless you all.
Gayle O'Neill
October 17, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I hope that your sorrow will soon be replaced with special memories
Mark Bellaro
October 16, 2019
Irene ,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your love story with Bob was amazing. Please reach out if I can do anything.
Louis Cicarelli
October 16, 2019
He was a great man !! My husband Louis would go to the junkyard for parts a lot .and call him a lot about are van!! They would joke around!! He say to him what did u get into now!! He just talk to him last wes or Thur !! He was joking with him and call are van a clown truck!! Louis is going to really miss you!! You always made him laugh!! He said he would carry with him the life!! R.I.P Bob!!!
Jim Gardner
October 16, 2019
I had not seen Bob since we were kids in Preston, he was a great guy.....
My sincere condolences to the family.....
Jim Gardner
George HARLEY
October 15, 2019
Bob was a great guy my dad delt with him for many years as I did as well. Sorry for your lost
October 15, 2019
I got a lot of parts from the salvage yard many decades ago. RIP From Pete Tracey
William h Claman jr
October 15, 2019
Sorry for your loss he was a nice man I went to his auto parts for a long time he will be missed dearly
Frank Smith
October 15, 2019
A hard working neighbor,and fellow vet.old school values;" gone to soon" Be strong son BOB.carry on, your Dads values.Rest in peace. Frank Smith and family Toll Gate farm Preston
Terry and Rosemary Hanrahan
October 15, 2019
Terry and I send our deepest condolences to the whole family May you all find God surrounding you in His love as we are praying for you all for God to give you peace at this time. Bob was special. We enjoyed bowling with with him for many years.
Doug Sogolow
October 14, 2019
Rest in peace, my good friend and daily lunch partner of the last 10 years. I'm so glad we got to have a long chat on the phone recently. You will be sorely missed.
October 14, 2019
Dearest Irene,and family,
words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you and your family at this time. I will always remember the smile and the sparkle you had when ever you spoke of Bob.I hope that when your pain eases, your memories bring back the smiles. Christine B, a former co-worker at B-261.
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