Richard V. Klein

Richard V. Klein
Age 94, Altamonte Springs, FL
Formerly of South Holland, IL

Richard V. Klein passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024. He was the beloved husband of 70 years to the late Delores L. Klein (née Cericola). Loving father to Cynthia (Stanley) Schilling and Lisa (Manliff Coggan) Kyle. Cherished grandfather of Jill Nabors, Jay (Nicole) Jerome, Joseph (Megan) Klisiak Jr., Ashley Isler, Justin Isler, Katie Schilling, Hayley (Brandon Eisenberger) Kyle, and Madisyn Kyle. He was also a devoted great-grandfather to Jeremy, Kayla, Jay III, Joseph III, Jordi, Aden, Samuel, Landon, Wrigley, and Everly, and an honorary grandpa to many.

Richard was the dear brother of Joyce Pigusch and a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, V. John and Marguerite Klein.

A graduate of Chicago Tech High School and a proud U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War, Richard built a long and successful career, spending nearly 40 years with Illinois Bell/AT&T. Alongside his wife, he was the owner of K&W Television in South Holland for over 25 years. In 1962, he and Delores built their home in South Holland, where they shared many happy years together.

Richard enjoyed an incredible 39 years of retirement, filling his days with golf trips, family gatherings, and countless cherished memories.

Known for his warmth, kindness, and quick sense of humor, he was always ready with a joke. His presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Inurnment will be held Friday, November 22, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery – Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Wounded Warrior Project ( https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/)

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