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Jean Klein Obituary
Lebanon, TN
Pilot 1863729 is on her final flight and left this earth on January 13, 2014. Age 81, born in Akron, Ohio.
Graduated with honors from Oklahoma State University in English Literature with continued graduate studies in Library Science. Honored for dedicated and conscientious public service in by the town of Berwyn Heights, MD. Retired from the Prince Georges County library system in MD where she worked at the Laurel and Hyattsville branches. After retirement in MD, she moved to Lebanon, TN and continued as a volunteer for the Linebaugh Library in Murfreesboro, TN for the past 20 years. She also enjoyed solving advanced acrostic and crossword puzzles, and playing serious Scrabble with numerous friends. Jean owned and piloted her own Cessna where she enjoyed introducing friends and family to flying.
Preceded in death by her son Michael Klein.
Survived by husband of 57 years, Alan, Lt. Col. United States Air Force, retired; son, David (Melissa); daughter, Diane (Zvi Manas); daughter-in-law, Jennifer Klein and two grandsons, Jason (Airman First Class U. S. Air Force) and Matthew.
Per Jean's wishes her ashes will be spread from an antique biplane over the runway where she lived. The Memorial date will be planned for the spring.
In lieu of flowers, Jean asked that donations be made to Linebaugh Public Library (105 W Vine St., Murfreesboro, TN 37130).
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Memories and Condolences
for Jean Klein
6 Entries
Lisa Ramsay
January 22, 2014
Jean will be greatly missed at Linebaugh Public Library. She was a wonderful volunteer.
Hank Williams
January 22, 2014
As a friend of Jean's from Linebaugh library I can't express the feeling of loss at her passing. Bright, remarkable and devoted to the printed word. She will be sorely missed. Embrace the sky, forsake the ground dear lady. An extra star is in the sky tonight.
Norman Ma
January 20, 2014
Sorry for your loss, best wishes for the Klein family.
Very Sincerely,
Norman K. Ma
The MITRE Corporation
Marsha Rocke
January 19, 2014
I'm sorry to hear of your wife's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Chris and Mary Davis
January 18, 2014
We are very sorry to hear of Jean's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences at this sad time.
January 17, 2014
Frank and I are so sorry to learn of Jean's passing. We will miss her ever-present smile and zeal for life. Our prayers are with Al and all of the Klein family at this sad, sad time.
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