89, of Sun City, Arizona met his reward on January 22, 2014. Born in Johnstown, PA, on January 26, 1924, to Clement and Marie Klenner. Preceded in death by his wife Ruby “Dolly” Klenner, son James Klenner and daughter Elaine Ratliff. Survived by his children Nora Bloomquist, Mildred Franks, George Klenner, Charles Klenner and Mark Klenner; his sister Mildred Sakel, 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren and his companion Marcy Crosby. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942-1945 in the South Pacific and Japan. He was a retired Locomotive Engineer of the Southern Pacific Railroad. He was an uncompromisingly generous man who loved his family and helped many people through acts of kindness. Visitation will be 3-4 p.m. with rosary at 4:00 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014 at Menke Funeral & Cremation Center, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ. Funeral mass will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, Jan. 27, 2014 at St. Clement of Rome Catholic Church, 15800 N. Del Webb Blvd., Sun City, AZ. Interment will be at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Phoenix, AZ.
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I met George in 1969 when I went to work for southern pacific. he will be missed very much I know I will, he very a very kind man and help me on the railroad when we worked together and we did play cards together in the years there on the job and after he retired. to all of the family my condolence. I am glad I met him in his life time, he will be missed by all..
I am very sad to hear of George’s passing. Growing up, I have such fond memories of going to their home and George was always so nice. I really enjoyed their beautiful rose bushes and George and Dolly would usually let me cut some. I always was in awe of their large, loving family and I am sure this must be a difficult time for them all right now. Much love and prayers for you all.
It seems he had a long full life. Charlie & Yvete, It was a special gift that you could be there for him at the end.
I met George five years ago when I joined his card group. We played every Thursday, rain or shine as long as our health permitted. He was by all definitions of the word a gentleman. He was a gentle man. I never heard him speak a disparaging word about anyone. He was kind, witty and a pleasant person to be with. He will be sorely missed and I felt honored to have known him. He often called me kid because I’m only 75.
I wish to offer my sincere condolences to Mr. Klenners’ family. He was a most gentle and kind individual. As his physcian at CIGNA for many years until my retirement one year ago, I had the honor to care for him. I wish you sweet memories and the strength to carry on his tradition.
Yours sincerely,
Edward L. DuBrow, M.D.
I met George when i started work for the railroad in 1977.In all my years working there I’ve never met a nicer man.Rest in peace