William Kukuk1
M, #71945
- Last Edited: 22 Feb 2023
- William Kukuk married Ida Neumister.1
Child of William Kukuk and Ida Neumister
- Jack L. Kukuk+1 b. 8 Aug 1943, d. 22 Feb 2023
Citations
- [S1147] Online Obituary for Jack L. Kukuk, Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Tower City, PA; https://www.dimonfuneralhome.com/obituary/Jack-Kukuk
Ida Neumister1
F, #71946
- Last Edited: 22 Feb 2023
- Ida Neumister married William Kukuk.1
Child of Ida Neumister and William Kukuk
- Jack L. Kukuk+1 b. 8 Aug 1943, d. 22 Feb 2023
Citations
- [S1147] Online Obituary for Jack L. Kukuk, Dimon Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Tower City, PA; https://www.dimonfuneralhome.com/obituary/Jack-Kukuk
Mary E. Gilbert1
F, #71952, b. 5 July 1947, d. 26 November 2024
- Last Edited: 30 Nov 2024
- Charts: Descendants of Peter Klinger
- Mary E. Gilbert was born on 5 July 1947, Tower City, Schuylkill County, PA.2
- She was the daughter of Richard Luther Gilbert and Eleanor M. Miller.2
- Mary E. Gilbert married Gary G. Klinger Sr., son of Galen Oscar Klinger and Irene Mae Harner, circa 1970.1
- Mary E. Gilbert died on 26 November 2024, Hegins, Schuylkill County, PA, at age 77.2
- Funeral home obituary:
Mary E. Klinger
July 5, 1947 - November 26, 2024
Mary E Klinger, age 77, of Hegins, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at her daughter's home in Hegins..
She was born on Saturday, July 5, 1947, in Tower City, a daughter of the late Richard L Gilbert and the late Eleanor M (Miller) Gilbert.
She was a graduate of the former Wiconisco High School.
She was a seamstress in area garment factories and later worked for Huntzinger Farms, prior to her retirement.
Mary loved shopping, dining at Pine Creek Restaurant, and spending time with her family.
Her husband, Gary G Klinger, Sr, passed away in 2023.
She is survived by a son, Gary G Klinger, Jr. and his companion Elaine Evans of Girardville; a daughter, Karen L Carl and her husband Brad of Hegins; seven grandchildren, Mikayla Spatzer, Wyatt Klinger, Zackery Dietrich, Cheyenne Klinger, Ben Klinger, John Klinger, and Ryder Carl; and a step grandson, Brenden Carl.
Following Mary's wishes there will be no services.
Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc., Valley View, is in charge of arrangements.
Condolences can be left for the family at www.buffingtonreed.com.2
- Father*: Richard Luther Gilbert2 b. 4 Jun 1926, d. 4 Jun 1998
- Mother*: Eleanor M. Miller2 b. 1 Mar 1928, d. 19 Feb 2017
Children of Mary E. Gilbert and Gary G. Klinger Sr.
Citations
- [S1147] Online Obituary for Gary G. Klinger, Sr., Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Valley View, PA; https://www.buffingtonreed.com/obituaries/Gary-Klinger/#!/…
- [S1147] Online Obituary, for Mary E. Klinger, Buffington-Reed Funeral Home, Inc., Valley View, PA; https://www.buffingtonreed.com/obituaries/Mary-Klinger-2/#!/…
Adam Michael Mechesic1
M, #71960
- Last Edited: 25 Feb 2023
- Adam Michael Mechesic married Agnes Cecilia Reidinger.1
Child of Adam Michael Mechesic and Agnes Cecilia Reidinger
- Carol Ann Mechesic+1 b. 5 Aug 1939, d. 1 Oct 2014
Citations
- [S1147] Online Obituary fo Carol A. Erdman, James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow, PA; https://www.reedfh.com/obituaries/Carol-Erdman/#!/Obituary
Agnes Cecilia Reidinger1
F, #71961
- Last Edited: 25 Feb 2023
- Agnes Cecilia Reidinger married Adam Michael Mechesic.1
Child of Agnes Cecilia Reidinger and Adam Michael Mechesic
- Carol Ann Mechesic+1 b. 5 Aug 1939, d. 1 Oct 2014
Citations
- [S1147] Online Obituary fo Carol A. Erdman, James A. Reed Funeral Home, Pillow, PA; https://www.reedfh.com/obituaries/Carol-Erdman/#!/Obituary
Eugene Emmerich1
M, #71964
- Last Edited: 26 Feb 2023
- Eugene Emmerich married Louise Wertz.1
Child of Eugene Emmerich and Louise Wertz
- Hazel P. Emmerich+1 b. c 1907, d. 6 Mar 1998
Citations
- [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Hazel Klinger, The Morning Call (Allentown, Pennsylvania), 10 Mar 1998, Tue, Page 14.
Louise Wertz1
F, #71965
- Last Edited: 26 Feb 2023
- Louise Wertz married Eugene Emmerich.1
Child of Louise Wertz and Eugene Emmerich
- Hazel P. Emmerich+1 b. c 1907, d. 6 Mar 1998
Citations
- [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Hazel Klinger, The Morning Call (Allentown, Pennsylvania), 10 Mar 1998, Tue, Page 14.
Eleanor Louise Klinger1,2
F, #71966, b. 11 August 1933, d. 22 February 2023
- Last Edited: 26 Feb 2023
- Charts: Descendants of Peter Klinger
- Eleanor Louise Klinger was born on 11 August 1933, Norwood, Delaware County, PA.3,2
- She was the daughter of John Luke Klinger and Hazel P. Emmerich.1
- Eleanor Louise Klinger died on 22 February 2023, at age 89.2
- Funeral home obituary:
Eleanor L Wheeler
1933 - 2023
Eleanor Louise (Klinger) Wheeler was welcomed into heaven by the hand of her Lord and Savior on February 22, 2023. Born to John L. and Hazel P. Klinger on August 11, 1933 in her grandmother's house in Norwood, PA. She was raised in Crum Lynne, PA and graduated from Ridley Township High School, Class of 1951. As a secretary, she worked at Fibre Metal, Baldwin Locomotive Works, the Sun Oil Company, and Dupont.
She enjoyed ceramics, bowling, gardening, and needlework. In her early years she was a member of The Luther League at St. Michael's Lutheran Church in Woodlyn, PA.
Retirement years were filled with traveling with Emmett in their Airstream, as well as a trip to Israel to see the Holy Land and Bermuda. Winters were enjoyed snowbirding in Ft. Myers, FL and shelling on Sanibel Island, FL. Her favorite vacation spot was Williamsburg, VA.
Former member of Bethel Baptist Church and Marcus Hook Baptist Church, where she was an active member of Evergreens.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her loving husband, Emmett K. Wheeler Jr. Survived by her daughter Karen (Keith) Gillen, and two grandchildren, Daniel and Phoebe Gillen. Also survived by her brother John L Klinger, Jr and several cousins.
Special thanks to Sandi, Julia, and Eleanor for their kindness and caring during Mom's time in hospice.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to AMG International, 681S Shallowford Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 or by visiting www.amginternational.org. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Lawn Croft Cemetery, 1000 W. Ridge Rd, Linwood, PA 19061. A celebratory reception will be scheduled at a later time. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.paganofuneralhome.com.2
- Father*: John Luke Klinger1 b. 17 Sep 1905, d. 31 Mar 1966
- Mother*: Hazel P. Emmerich1 b. c 1907, d. 6 Mar 1998
Child of Eleanor Louise Klinger and Emmett K. Wheeler Jr.
- Karen Wheeler2
Citations
- [S108] Newspaper Obituary, for Hazel Klinger, The Morning Call (Allentown, Pennsylvania), 10 Mar 1998, Tue, Page 14.
- [S1147] Online Obituary for Eleanor L. Wheeler, Pagano Funeral Home, Garnet Valley, PA; https://paganofuneralhome.com/tribute/details/2124/…
- [S1378] 1950 US Census, Ridley Township, Delaware County, Pennsylvania; Roll: 634; Sheet Number: 8; Enumeration District: 23-234B;
https://www.ancestry.com/discoveryui-content/view/…