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Paul Kleintop Obituary
Paul E. Kleintop, 75, of East Lizard Creek Road, Lehighton, East Penn Township, died Sunday afternoon, June 1, 2025, in the Lehigh Valley Hospital, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Gail D. (Fadden) Kleintop since July 11, 2019.
He was employed as a steam fitter by Local 420, Pipefitters Union, Philadelphia, for over 38 years retiring in 2008.
Born in Lehigh Gap, Northampton County, he was a son of the late Collier F. and LaRue (Meinhart) Kleintop.
He attended Dinkey Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ashfield.
A 1969 graduate of the Lehighton Area High School, he later served in the Navy, Vietnam Era, and achieved rank of PO 2/c.
Paul was a member of the American Legion Post 314, Lehighton, and the East Penn Sporting Club.
An avid deep sea fisherman, he also enjoyed collecting model trucks, coaching Little League Baseball and golfing. Paul was an avid Philadelphia Eagles Fan.
Surviving in addition to his widow are a daughter, Lisa Eckhart, and her companion, Lance Conrad, of Ashfield; sons, Michael, and his wife, Joani, of Jim Thorpe, Paul M. "Skip," and his wife, Marcie, of Lehighton; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a brother, Richard Kleintop of Arlington.
He was also predeceased by brother, Thomas; and a stepson, Brad Snyder in 2018.
Service: Funeral service with military honors 11 a.m. Friday, June 6, Campton Funeral Home, 525 Delaware Ave., Palmerton. Call 10-11 a.m.. Friday. Contributions in his name may be made to American Legion Post 314, 314 Veterans Ave., Lehighton, PA 18235. Online condolences can be offered at www.schislerfuneralhomes.com.
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Carol and Jim Snyder
August 22, 2025
Dear Gail and Family
We just heard the news about Pauls passing. We are so sorry and send our condolences to all. Paul was a big part of coaching Ashfield Baseball and Jim has many fond memories of those years. Sending our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time
Matt Mertz
June 10, 2025
Gail,
I´m so sorry to hear of Paul´s passing. My condolences to you and your family. He was a great man. I enjoyed the times we all spent together.
Jerry Kromer
June 8, 2025
Sorry to hear of your passing Paul, My sincere condolences to your family! We played knee high football on Army may years ago! Rest in peace!
Jerry Kromer, Escondido, CA
Carl hardner
June 6, 2025
Great worker and person rest in peace,sorry I couldn´t be there today
Mary Susan Piepmeyer
June 6, 2025
Sending Prayers and Sympathy to Paul's family and friends from ALL of us here in Boobaville...
Our families shared a lot of fun times participating in the Ashfield Haunted
Hayride together and making hoagies at the East Penn Sporting club. Thanks for the memories and the laughs Paul!
Debbie
June 5, 2025
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
John C Elkins Jr
June 5, 2025
Such a great person I will miss him
Grateful
June 3, 2025
Paul,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Robert J. Miklas, USN, AT2AC, 1963-1967.
June 3, 2025
Paul, you are now relieved from your watch. A job well done fellow navy veteran and Vietnam Veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Smooth sailing shipmate.
Your daughter lisa
June 3, 2025
Daddy I will always love you and I miss you so very bad
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