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Charlotte Klein Obituary
AGOURA HILLS, CA - Charlotte Klein, owner and director of The Charlotte Klein Dance Centers, Worcester and Westboro, passed away on May 27th, in Agoura Hills, CA after an illness of several months.
Charlotte was a graduate of Classical High School, and received both a bachelor's degree and an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Worcester State University.
"CK", as she was affectionately known, was a respected business owner, member of Dance Masters of America, and former president of Dance Masters of New England Chapter #5.
Charlotte was a beloved wife, mother, Nana, great-grandmother, second mother, mentor, teacher, colleague, and friend.
She was predeceased by her parents, Herb and Anna Zitowitz, her sister Esther and brother-in-law Norman Ward, brother Saul Zitowitz, and daughters Deborah and Elisa Ruth Klein.
Charlotte is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Benjamin Klein, daughter Laura Klein-Weiner and son-in-law Don Weiner, grandchildren Alisan Porter, Jesse Weiner and Jordana Weiner, great grandchildren Mason, Aria, and Cassy, her sisters-in-law Minette Zitowitz, Judy Aronson, and Ann Klein, brothers-in-law Richard Aronson and Jonathan Klein and nephews Barry and Alan Ward and Howard Zitowitz, nieces Lori Newman, Sarah Aronson, Miriam Schimmoller, Annie Aronson, and Carly Loeb, and many grand-nephews, grandnieces, and cousins.
Charlotte left a legacy of love of dance and joy of life to her family, friends, and the thousands of students whose lives she helped to shape.
Donations in Charlotte's memory may be made to The Charlotte and Ben Klein Endowed Scholarship for the Performing Arts at Worcester State University to https://alumni.worcester.edu/klein, or to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Massachusetts/Rhode Island Chapter
www.cff.org
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Memories and Condolences
for Charlotte Klein
Diana Torres
June 2, 2023
You will never be forgotten. You made a huge impact in our lives. The lives of our two daughter Crystal & Melissa. So many wonderful memories!
Diana Torres
June 2, 2022
I will never forget the impact she had on the lives of my girls Crystal & Melissa Torres. All the Recitals and Competitions will always be fond memories for our family. Rest In Peace Charlotte. Never forgotten
Jordana Goldstein
June 13, 2020
May you rest in peace Charlotte. You forever changed my life and the life of so many of us. Thank you for your courage, your determination, your strength, your vision, and your love. Thank you for giving me the best times of my life, and for creating this wonderful family, that I am so honored to be a part of. And thank you for believing in me. It changed my world. You will be missed dearly. Your legacy shines on in the hearts of all of us! In peace, love, and light. Akal, Jordana
Denise Knepper-Corcoran
June 11, 2020
Rest in Peace Charlotte. I loved dancing at your house, JCC and then the studio! Great memories and friendships made along the way.
Tobey Burwick
June 10, 2020
So very sorry for your loss.
Tobey and Louis Burwick
Cathy Tolson
June 10, 2020
Dear Charlotte, you've touched so many lives and will never be forgotten. I have so many fond memories of being at the studio 24/7. The studio was my second home and you were my second mom. Rest in paradise for eternity and keep those toes pointed.
Pamela Stukowski
June 10, 2020
To say that Charlotte and the CKDC family had an enormous impact on my life is an understatement. Some of the best memories of my life are dancing and being part of the CKDC family. My experience dancing and teaching at the studio helped pave the way for my teaching career. It is through the many years of teaching dance that led me to a fulfilling and exciting 29 yrs of teaching first grade. Charlotte and Ben always encouraged me and let me know I had a special gift for teaching. I will forever be grateful. Although I hadn't seen Charlotte and Ben in many years, I would think of them often. She was an AMAZING woman. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Hugs to Ben and Laura....
Much Love,
Pam (Juneau) Stukowski
Jeanine Knecht
June 9, 2020
Charlotte will be missed! Prayers for your family..
Jean Lemenager
June 9, 2020
I will so miss our phone calls CK, I know I will never forget the love you shared with Alyssa, Corey and myself. You and Ben changed my life for the better. There will never be enough words to describe how you felt about every child that walked through your doors, I love you and will miss you so much my friend!!! ❤❤❤❤
Diana Torres
June 9, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Charlotte was a huge presence in our family. Our two daughters Crystal & Melissa Torres danced for a combined 20+ years for her studio. Made many great Memories we will treasure for the rest if our lives! May God hold Charlotte in his arms and be by her familys side during this difficult time.
THE TORRES FAMILY ❤
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