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Holly Zelenak
November 30, 2021
Thinking of you all, praying for angels to surround and hold you close.
April 7, 2011
John Linus Kleinbaum was born into the loving arms of his parents Mary and Jayme and his sister Ree on February 26, 1987. His life brought great joy to his grandmothers, Sally Weber and Violet Kleinbaum and his many aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends. He died on December 4, 2010 from acute pancreatitis. John loved music and Barney videos, but most of all he loved people. Those who loved John knew that he was a special angel from heaven who’s needs were different than most. While the world around him was burdened with the strifes and conflicts of a more complicated life, the desire of John’s heart was simple and pure; his only need was love. John’s worldly limitations gave others the opportunity to discover the depth of their character, commitment, patience and spirit. He gave us a precious gift with his innocent trust. Though he never said a word, he spoke straight to the heart and taught each of us the infinite joy of unconditional love.
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Ree
April 7, 2011
"The Sweetest Angel That Ever Lived"
God looked around his garden
and found an empty place.
He then looked down upon the earth,
And saw your tired face.
He put His arms around you,
And lifted you to rest.
God's garden must be beautiful,
He always takes the best.
He knew you were suffering,
He knew that you were in pain.
He knew that you would never,
Get well on earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough,
And the hills were hard to climb,
So He closed your weary eyelids,
And whispered, "Peace be thine."
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you didn't go alone,
For part of us went with you,
The day God called you home.
Jeff Kleinbaum
January 13, 2011
Jamie, Mary and Ree: My deepest sympathy and prayers to your family on your dear son, John. May his memory forever be in all our hearts.
cousin Jeff
December 8, 2010
Mary, Jamie, & Ree,
Please accept our thoughts and prayers in John's passing. I have always admired your love and dedication for John. I'm sure God has big plans for him up in Heaven.
Bill, Denise, & Charlie Stoltenberg
Sarah
December 7, 2010
Your John was a very special person; much loved, appreciated, respected, and enjoyed by many people. Again, another stranger simply extending a bit of love your way. May you find peace within.
Lisa Johnson
December 7, 2010
Dear Mimi, Jamey and Ree:
My heart goes out to you in the loss of John. You are all in my thoughts. I hope all the wonderful memories will help comfort you.
A toast to the good times shared by John and Jim
Tom Niedzwiecki
December 7, 2010
I never met John but I worked with Jim for many years and know he spent countless hours with John, many of them enjoying shows and videos such as SpongeBob Squarepants.
Shirley Hanson
December 7, 2010
Sorry to hear of your loss my prayers and thoughts are with you. Bridges
Paul Cohen
December 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Cousin Paul, from Chicago.
December 7, 2010
I am very sorry to hear that John had passed away. He was a wonderful student at Anoka Hennepin and we enjoyed him alot. Kathryn Holseth OTR
Mary Pelstring
December 7, 2010
Jim and family,
I imagine there is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to your family at this most difficult time. I pray that the Lord touch you right now and allow his loving presence to strengthen and uphold you. I pray that you will feel his strength and comfort in this time and the day and months and years ahead.
With deepest sympathies,
Mary Pelstring
December 7, 2010
Jim and family,
I imagine there is no pain more far-reaching and deeper than losing a child. My heart and prayers go out to your family at this most difficult time. I pray that the Lord touch you right now and allow his loving presence to strengthen and uphold you. I pray that you will feel his strength and comfort in this time and the day and months and years ahead.
With deepest sympathies,
Mary Pelstring
Rox Maass
December 7, 2010
John was a joy to work with. His infectious smile and laughter lit up his program rooms at WorkAbilities. John will live on in our hearts forever. I thank God for the time we had to spend with him. May all of you find peace in the wonderful memories you have.
Janae Hagberg
December 7, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss Mary, Jayme, and Ree. He was such a beautiful spirit. God Bless your family. You now have a beautiful angel watching over you.
Janae, Dan, Hanna and Alex
December 7, 2010
We have never met, I am so sorry for your loss. Jesus must of had something really important that only John could do, to call him home so young. I hope you can find some comfort in knowing that you will join John in heaven someday.
~a mom
Andre Champagne
December 6, 2010
I did not know John but he was much too young to leave his loved ones. May God bless John on his new journey and bless all his loved ones that miss him.
December 6, 2010
Jamie, Mary & Ree,
Find comfort in these difficult times in the wonderful memories of John you've shared with your family and friends. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Bob, Kym, Katie, Danny & Kenzie Kirk
December 6, 2010
I am shocked to see this. I want to extent my sincere condolences to you and your family.
Sara Ginsberg R.N. Midwest Special Services
Carol Hicks
December 6, 2010
Jamie, Mary and Ree,
We learned what a lovable guy John was through Megan, who was always excited to spend a day with him. We loved seeing his enjoyment in the pool and hot tub too. He brought many gifts to others during his 23 years, and he was a very lucky boy to have such a loving family always around him. May your good memories of John soothe you in this time of sadness, and may the sadness be replaced by knowing he's at peace. Carol and Tom Hicks
Shannon Lavin Vanjoske
December 6, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that my family is thinking of your family, praying for you and sending warm, positive energy your way.
God is with you today and always.
With warmth,
Shannon, Aaron, and Regan Lavin Vanjoske
Megan Hicks
December 6, 2010
Dear Jayme, Mary & Ree,
My heart goes out to you. I draw on the comfort of the memories and blessed times I spent with John. Swimming in the warm pool, trips to the zoo, and walks around the damn. More than anything I loved John’s gone-wild laugh when he was in his goofy moods. And I felt so special when he gave me sweet kisses on the cheek…especially when I didn’t ask for one!
John was such a special person; a joyful soul who taught us so many things about the important things in life. From one of John’s and my favorite Barney songs: ”You are special, you’re remarkable- you really are. You’re the only one like you.” John will forever have a special place in my life. His laughter and love will follow all of us.
Love,
Megan
Al Ludwigson
December 6, 2010
Jim and family, my deepest sympathies for your loss. Words don't come easy at times like this but my prayers and thoughts are with you. God's blessing on you all at this difficutl time. Al Ludwigson
Ken Emde
December 6, 2010
Jim and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. I know somewhat how you are feeling as I had a brother die of pneumonia short of his fifth birthday due to health complications from birth. My thoughts are with you.
Kaylle Foley
December 6, 2010
Kleinbaum family,
I, personally, have so many great memories of being with your family. John will be missed tremendously by many people. I can remember his smile (and it is obvious many others remember him in a similar way based on others' comments). So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you. You are a beautiful family.
Love, Kaylle and Mike
December 6, 2010
Dear Jamie and Mary: My deepest condolences at the loss of your beloved son, John. Sincere affection, Irv Stern
Angie Bierwerth
December 6, 2010
Jim and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss! You are in my thoughts and prayers!! God Bless!
Erin Vecere
December 6, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. It was such a joy to be around him as his positive energy always filled the room. He will be missed dearly. Love Erin and Ryan
Barb & Howie Schmit
December 6, 2010
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Mary, Jayme, Ree and all of John's close family and friends. He touched the hearts of so many in a very positive way. We think of him with a smile on our face. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Holly Zelenak
December 6, 2010
I am sorry for your pain. We are only a few blocks away and are ALWAYS available. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this time!
Love Holly
John & Dawn Sampson
December 6, 2010
Jamie, Mary and Ree,
We are so saddened to hear of John's passing. He was Blessed with the most caring and loving family that he could have been given, and you were Blessed to have him placed in your lives. Much happiness was shared by you all, and we pray that these special times will be forever cherished. Your unselfish love has always been admired by those around you and we feel fortunate to have known John through you and his short time here on earth. Please know that my family is lifting you all up in prayer and we pray that God's love will surround you at this very difficult time in your lives.
Jack and Carol Mullen
December 6, 2010
Our deepest Sympathies for your loss. We will include John and his surviving family members in our prayers.
Rob Swart
December 6, 2010
My heart goes out to you. The lose of a child tears at your soul. Thirty two years ago today my little Angel started her 12 day life. Your heart will always have a special place saved for your son.
Karen & Jim Hill
December 6, 2010
You will be in our prayers as you come into this Holiday season. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Angelita Hernandez
December 6, 2010
Jamie, Mary and Rhee, John was very blessed to have such a loving family; and you three were very blessed to have such a wonderful son and brother. Anyone who met John was touched deeply by him. If anything, he taught people how to appreciate the gifts that they have in life. I know in my heart that you all loved him so completely and he loved all of you. Dante will miss John and would like to take a spaceship to heaven to visit him. We told him that John is an angel who will watch over him and your family from heaven. Love, Angelita, Wade, Dante and Valentina.
Richard Kleinbaum
December 6, 2010
Bless you, John, and your parents and sister as well. We all appreciate what we have learned from all your struggles and joys in John's life. May you all find strength in the love that we all feel for you in this difficult time. Uncle Dick & Georgette
Judy Stewart
December 6, 2010
Jamie, Mary and Ree,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. John is an angel of God and will always watch over you now. He was very fortunate to have such a wonderful family that took such good care of him. May the memories of him comfort you now and forever. God bless you all.
Judy and Terry Stewart
Colleen Kelly
December 6, 2010
Mary, James and Ree, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing away. I will always treasure the look of excitement on his face when he saw someone he knew loved and cared for him. His smile and bright eyes always brightened my day when I would get to see him. I know he's in a place now with no pain and his spirit is free. My thought and prayers are with you and your family. Colleen Kelly
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