Obituary for Walter F. Klima Jr.
Crystal Falls- Walter F. Klima Jr., 78, of Crystal Falls, Mich., passed away Sunday, January 3, 2021 at the Iron County Medical Care Facility, Crystal Falls, Mich.
He was born February 27, 1942, in Chicago, Ill., son of the late Walter F. Sr. and Patricia (King) Klima. Walter graduated from Alpha High School, class of 1959. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army from 1959 until his honorable discharge in 1961. Walter worked for International Harvester, Mutligraph Corporation, and then in construction before managing the Gas Store and finally owning Wally’s Liquor and Party Store.
He enjoyed watching the local sporting events and spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Sharon Klima, Alpha, Mich; two nephews, Robert Klima Jr. and Brian Klima; two nieces, Brenda Thoe and Madea Klima; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
In addition to his parents, Walter was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Klima.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 8, 2021, 11:00 a.m., at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Crystal Falls, Mich. Rev. Fr. Daniel Malone will officiate.
You may leave a condolence or tribute for Walter’s family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com
The family has chosen the Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Crystal Falls, Mich., to honor Walter’s legacy of life.
He was born February 27, 1942, in Chicago, Ill., son of the late Walter F. Sr. and Patricia (King) Klima. Walter graduated from Alpha High School, class of 1959. Following graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army from 1959 until his honorable discharge in 1961. Walter worked for International Harvester, Mutligraph Corporation, and then in construction before managing the Gas Store and finally owning Wally’s Liquor and Party Store.
He enjoyed watching the local sporting events and spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Sharon Klima, Alpha, Mich; two nephews, Robert Klima Jr. and Brian Klima; two nieces, Brenda Thoe and Madea Klima; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
In addition to his parents, Walter was preceded in death by one brother, Robert Klima.
A graveside service will be held Thursday, July 8, 2021, 11:00 a.m., at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery, Crystal Falls, Mich. Rev. Fr. Daniel Malone will officiate.
You may leave a condolence or tribute for Walter’s family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com
The family has chosen the Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Crystal Falls, Mich., to honor Walter’s legacy of life.