Gary Andrew Klein

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Gary Andrew Klein, “GAK”

at age 80, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, December 31, 2021.

Gary was president of his company Mail Technologies Inc., and a retiree from Eastman Kodak Company. He was a devout member of First Bible Baptist Church, Saturday morning men’s prayer group, as well as the cherished “Fisheye Club”. Gary loved to drive his John Deer tractor and study the word of God.

He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Rita. His children Robert (Leslie), Daniel, Geoffery (Jennifer), Heidi, and Julia. Grandchildren Evelyn, Natalie, Whitney, and Charles. Siblings Donna (Richard) LaForce, and Christopher (Denise). Dog, Riley. Predeceased by his parents, Nelson and Geraldine.

His Private Graveside Family Gathering was held in Holy Sepulcher Cemetery.

His celebration of life will be held Saturday March 19, 2022 at 10:00 AM at First Bible Baptist Church, 990 Manitou Road. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Samaritan’s Purse.

9 Comments

  1. Barbara Lelis on January 7, 2022 at 2:00 am

    Dear Rita and family, Gary was a beloved friend for many decades. In fact, due to Gary and Roger, I met my Vytis. And you know that became our history. I could never express my joy when learning of Gary’s and Rita’s salvation. Our husbands are fishing in heaven now! And I hope God is giving them the fish that put up the best fights after trying out multiple lures and breaking fishing line and having the fish jump out of the net and all the best stories we heard and shared that lit up their eyes with such joy! My sincere condolences my friend and sister in Christ. Joy to your family. Lovingly, Barbara Lelis



  2. Walter G Mendrick on January 7, 2022 at 11:20 am

    I am very sorry to learn of the passing of Gary. Gary and I worked together at Kodak, and he was not only a colleague, but a friend who I liked very much! May he rest in peace.



  3. Jerry & Bev Tallinger on January 7, 2022 at 5:40 pm

    Rita and Family, Bev and I will be keeping Gary in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy to you and all who knew him well and will miss him.



  4. LaVon Bucciarelli on January 8, 2022 at 1:40 pm

    Rita , Heidi and Julia, We are so sorry to hear of Gary’s passing . We will keep you all in our prayers . Wising you peace in this difficult time. Love LaVon and John , Erica, Liana and Jonathan ❤️



  5. Margaret Ralph on January 9, 2022 at 4:17 pm

    Sorry for your loss.



  6. eileen benza on January 9, 2022 at 4:22 pm

    So sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Eileen (Ralph) Benza



  7. Rita klein on January 9, 2022 at 5:24 pm

    Thank you Barb, Gary loved you guys. Often remarked how blessed Vytis was finding you. We also thanked God for the resulting faith you both shared in Our Lord and Savior. Sweet Barb, won’t be long before we see our guys again and will celebrate in our new heavenly home together. Love, Rita



  8. Jerry Norton on January 21, 2022 at 4:51 am

    Dear Rita, Heidi and Julia, Please accept my sincere condolences of the passing of Gary. I have had the good fortune to have known your Husband and Dad since grammar school days in the mid 1950’s. We got to know each other even better as Classmates at Aquinas Institute, Class of 1960. This was followed by working together at Kodak for most of our careers. In addition we were members of the Fisheye Fishing Club for over forty years. Needless to say, I have felt very close to Gary for many years and will miss his presence greatly. He was a man of strong faith who is now in the loving care of his Lord. “Well done good and faithful servant.”



  9. Cheryl McElhatten on February 11, 2022 at 9:38 pm

    Rita, Jerry and I want to express our condolences on the loss of your husband, Gary. It was good to see you and Riley while on your walk today and thank you for telling us of your loss. Our prayers are with you and you family as you grieve Gary. May your memories be a blessing.



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