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John Kleckner Obituary
John R. Kleckner, 83, of Laureldale, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 10, 2013 in St.
Joseph Medical
Center, Bern Township.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Albert S. Sr. and Mary E. (Stumpf) Kleckner.
John was predeceased by his wife, E. Joan (Hafner), and his son, Gary S. Kleckner, husband of
Regina Kleckner, and grandson Michael Hertzog.
He was also predeceased by his brothers Albert S. Jr. and Joseph D.
He was a proud graduate of Muhlenberg High School in the class of 1948 and
enjoyed his class reunions.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the 2nd U.S. Army Division at Fort Meade. He was also a member of the U.S. Army
Reserve. He was selected for the Army Reserve Team of the top U.S. Army marksmen.
In 1958, he received the Distinguished Rifleman's Badge, which is the highest honor bestowed on a marksman. American Rifleman recognized him in 1958 as winner of the prestigious Farr trophy.
He also won the Wimbleton Match at Camp Perry in the Service Rifle
Division. In 1962, Camp
Perry named him the M1 Top Qualifier shooting at 1,000 yards with open sights, earning him the renowned Leech Cup Award.
He worked many years in the family roofing business with his father and brother. He was owner of John R. Kleckner Roofing from 1961 until 1990, when he retired. He was the holder of a U.S. Patent.
He is survived by his son, Jan M. Kleckner, husband of Joyce, Laureldale, and his daughter, Susan A., wife of Todd A. Christman, of Alsace Township. He is also survived by four grandchildren: Kelly and Andrew Christman, Timothy Kleckner, and Daniel Hertzog.
Services will be held
privately at the convenience of the family.
Kopicki-Bradley Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Kleckner
Randy Miller
April 27, 2013
Jan and Susan,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I always thought of him as a kind man. My fondest memory was collecting newspapers with you (Jan) and Gary to recycle to buy Gary a bike. Your father matched our earnings. We worked hard, but what a great lesson. Like Ed Oswald, I remember the fun times in your basement. Keep your father in your memories
Ronald Guers
April 16, 2013
To Jan and his family,
Sorry to see the passing of your father. From reading the obit, the "apple has not "fallen" from the tree. You have picked up where he left off. He was your father who you respected, an icon, and the most important, your "mentor". His hard work is done,he is now on easy streak. God bless you and your family and will keeep you in our prayers
April 16, 2013
Jan & Joyce
Our deepest sympathy in your loss.
Steve & Mary Wolfinger
pat bradford
April 15, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Marcia Springer Spohn
April 15, 2013
Jan, Susan and families..I was sorry to hear of johnnies passing..I would see him at the Temple Restaurant frequently and was always smiling and happy to chat with me...you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time...
Ed Oswald
April 15, 2013
Jan and Susan
Im so sorry to hear about your dad
I will always remember the good times in the basement and in the garage. He will always be remembered
April 15, 2013
Sending love and prayers to Sue, Jan and the Kleckner family. Your Dad will always hold a special place in my heart. Know that he has gone to a better place and is at peace and free from pain. The neighborhood won't be the same without him. Sending love and hugs to all at this time of sorrow. Love, Cindy, Dave, Justin, Jonathan and Doug
Terry and Mike Fealtman
April 14, 2013
Our sympathy to the entire Kleckner family. Johnny was a great man, and will be missed by so many friends. He added a little spice to all our lives, and could make us laugh. He will always be in my thoughts and prayers, and I will keep a smile in my heart.
David & Julia Redcay
April 14, 2013
A true Hero who will be sadly missed by all those who knew him.
Linda Palm
April 14, 2013
Reginia & son Danny
Sending our deepest sympathy
Linda & Christopher
Allen Fake
April 14, 2013
Prayers to the Kleckner family.
Marky Mark the Plumber
April 14, 2013
Johnny K was a hard working roofer & family man, he will be well missed. I will always remember the great times in the garage & Friday night after work down in the basement at Johnny's bar. He is now up in heaven with his wife and son Gary, rest in peace.
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