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Drucilla Klosterman Obituary
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KLOSTERMAN, Drucilla A. "Dee" 81, of Springfield, passed away unexpectedly at 1:12 p.m. Tuesday December 2, 2008 surrounded by her family in Riverside Hospital, Columbus, OH. She was born July 5, 1927 in Dayton, OH to John V. and Olivia (Meyer) Leen. Dee was a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church, C.L. of C. # 207,a member of the Bereavement Committee, co-owner and baker of the Derr Road Inn for 15 years, and many card clubs. Survivors include 7 children and spouses, John and Laura Klosterman, Port St. Lucie, FL, Victoria and Steve Hill, Indianapolis, IN, Mark and Mary Ann Klosterman, Enon, OH, Teresa and Daniel Reid, Upper Arlington, OH, Kimothy and Karen Klosterman, Springfield, OH, Amy Schneider, Powell, OH and Jennifer Klosterman-Hyle, Hilliard, OH; 23 grandchildren, Melissa, Christine, Anastasia, Carrie, Megan, Stephen, Aaron, Nicholas, Olivia, Heather, Jonathon, Kelly, Daniel, Rachel, Luke, Lauren, Melissa, Carrie, Molly, Zachary, Madison, Ashley and Logan; and 7 great grandchildren; 2 brothers, Ralph Leen, CA and Jack (Jean) Leen, WI; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her husband, John Victor Klosterman in 2007, 2 brothers and a sister, preceded her in death. Friends may call in the Conroy Funeral Home from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday. A Mass of Christian will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday in St. Teresa Church. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery. Memorial Donations may be made to Catholic Central High School Foundation or St. Teresa Church.
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Julia Reibold Hessler
December 8, 2008
Kim and Family:
I was so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. It is such a difficult time of year to lose someone, but please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissa (Knierim) Daugherty
December 5, 2008
Jennifer,
I'm so sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I remember so many fun times during my visits to Springfield and your mom & dad always made me feel welcome. Sending my love, prayers and strength to you and your family during this difficult time.
Brian & Helen Idzik
December 5, 2008
To the Klosterman Family,
Brian and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to you during this time of loss. We enjoyed knowing your mom very much. We especially have fond memories of visiting with your mom and dad when they came to Juneau, Alaska a few years ago aboard one of the Cruise ships. We will send a donation to St Theresa's in her name. God Bless you and keep you all.
Ron & Mary Klosterman
December 5, 2008
To all our Klosterman family members,
We were so sorry to hear of Aunt Dee's passing. Take comfort in the fact that she was so proud of her family and loved each and everyone you. She will truely be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron & Mary
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Pat (Hurd) Spalla
December 4, 2008
To the Klosterman Family,
Know that I hold each of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Roger & Debbie Deere
December 4, 2008
To the Klosterman Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of loss
Love
The Roger Deere Family
Roger,Debbie
Jessica, Justin, Abby King
Anne Broad
December 3, 2008
To all the Klostermans,
We enjoyed your Mom (and Grandma) so much over the years. She always added so much joy to all of your celebrations. She loved you all very much. You and she are in our hearts and in our prayers.
Jim, Anne, Josh and Christina Broad
Barda and Ed Dunn
December 3, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Annie Gibson-Riestenberg
December 3, 2008
I'll always remember Dee for her smile and her laugh. She and Victor were great neighbors and great friends to our family. Our prayers are with you.
Bus Shannon
December 3, 2008
To John & Mark's families,
Very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Prayers are with you at this time. She not only raised a great family but now I know why the good food at Derr Road. Bless you all.
Bus Shannon
Ellen Phillips
December 3, 2008
Dear Mark and all the Klosterman Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. You remain in my thoughts and prayers. Love Ellen
Cathy Tapogna
December 3, 2008
Dear Klosterman Family,
I was very sad to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful woman who was a great life-long friend to our family. I have great memories of her caring and giving nature and wonderful sense of humor. She will be missed. My thoughts are prayers are with your families.
Christopher Chamberlain
December 3, 2008
Please accept my deepest condolences and sympathy. The entire family is in my thoughts.
Barbara Spencer
December 3, 2008
THis is a wonderful lady that will be missed so much by her family. God Bless her sweet heart. Love Barb
Jan & Tom Miller
December 3, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to all of the
Klosterman family.
Lee and Sheley Chamberlain
December 3, 2008
To all the Klosterman Family,
We are sorry for your loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lee and Sheley Chamberlain
Beth and Jim Garrett
December 3, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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