My sincere condolences to all of you as you go through this difficult time. The video tribute is amazing and a pleasure to remember Bob by. You will all be in my thoughts this week as you honor his life. I know how much he was loved and will be missed.
Traci
Traci and Bisi Johnson
November 17, 2009
It was a real pleasure to know him and talk about all things in life. He will be missed.
John Scorpil
November 17, 2009
Mary Prange
November 18, 2009
My sympathy to Bob's family. I got to know Bob after joining the Board of Directors of the Kernels. He was a great guy and a real joy to visit with and be around. We will miss him greatly and remember him in our prayers.
Craig Schulte
November 18, 2009
Bob will be greatly missed by so many, including me, our friendship developed starting in 1959, we were then friendly competitors, he then became a valued client and after my "retirement" offered me a part time job. Great person and will be greatly missed by all.
My wishes for Peace and comfort to all the family and friends.
Nick Yost
November 18, 2009
I was very saddened to hear of your losses.
Jill Mote
November 18, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you Gloria, Rick, Doug and the rest of the family. I have fond memories of Bob, his love of baseball, the Hawkeye's and his humor.
Mark Musker
November 18, 2009
To family -
Thinking of you with caring thoughts and deepest sympathy. Remember your husband/father as the very special person he was. Wishing you strength and comfort at this sad time.
Dwight and Debby Hughes
Dwight and Debby Hughes
November 18, 2009
To Don, Joan, Gloria, Rick and Doug.
My heartfelt condolences for all of you. I was blessed to meet Bob on the tennis court and later on the golf course, where he displayed a great love for sports. He will truly be missed. My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow, but it also a time to rejoice in knowing that he is in a better place now, one where he will be out putting for that elusive "birdie".
God Bless,
Ray Krauss
November 18, 2009
Rick, Doug and Gloria,
I am so sorry for your loss. Bob was always so kind. When I think of him I think of a man who loved people and enjoyed life. I loved the atmosphere when I started working at Klinger's many years ago and it was in large part due to Bob's kind easy-going attitude. I will sure miss him.
You are in my thoughts and prayers,
Susan
Susan Rigdon
November 18, 2009
We enjoyed the video that celebrated Bob's life with his family and friends. We knew him through our parents, Mike and Sharon Miller of Stanwood,IA INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (deceased '02) of Miller Paint Company. During the 60's and 70's Mike painted most of Cedar County with Klinger Paint! My sister and I drove endless trips to Cedar Rapids to pick up paint as teenagers. Bob always had a wave or smile for us even when he was busy and thanked us for our business.
Our family also spent much time in Colorado and often shared stories. Ann and I INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Deb) and families send sincere sympathy for your loss.
Ann Miller Fort Collins, CO
Deb Miller Farrington Mechanicsville, IA
Debbie Miller Farrington / Ann Miller
November 18, 2009
To the Klinger please accept our condolenses for the loss of husband, father, and brother. Bob was a great guy and friend. Buck and Jo Pickerill
Buck @ Jo Pickerill
November 18, 2009
May we extend our sympathy to the family as you mourning the passing of your daughter/sister, along with your husband/father...
Such grief is hard to bear. May you find comfort in each other's love and strength.
Dwight and Debby Hughes
Dwight and Debby Hughes
November 18, 2009
We are deeply sorry to hear of your losses. The entire Klinger family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kindest regards,
Ron & Rose Denny
Ron & Rose Denny
November 18, 2009
Gloria, Jim, Mary, Don, Joan, Gloria, Rick and Doug. Colleen and I would like to pass along our condolences to you all. I remember Bob in the paint store either buying paint or checking out the football cards. He was a great guy and a real gentleman.
Brownie and Colleen
David & Colleen Brownworth
November 18, 2009
My condolences to the family. I was saddened to learn Sue had passed away. We were classmates from Washington. She will be remembered for her sweet smile.
Mary Prange
November 18, 2009
Doug and Rick,you have our deepest sympathies for the loss of your Father and your Sister.
Jim and Tammy Heitt
November 19, 2009
What a wonderful video. Bob had that smile that made me instantly like him. It is a smile that will definitely be missed. As I watched the video I thought to myself what a great guy, such a kind man and a friend to everyone - proof of a life well lived. We are thinking of all of you often during these difficult days.
Hugs and prayers,
Pam Aanestad Rosenberg and family
Pamela Aanestad Rosenberg
November 19, 2009
Bob was a great person. He will be missed.
Mark
Mark Zobac
November 19, 2009
Gloria,Doug and Rick,I will never forget the trips with your dad to Anamosa. Told him once I needed Klinger hats, and what did he do but had hats made for me with Frank on them.
I thought I could throw some paint at 62, but Bob put me in my place at 74. I will miss him, he's a real mans man.
Frank Glubka
November 19, 2009
My sincere condolences to all of you for the loss of Bob and Susan. I remember my days of working at Klingers and how we could always count on Bob arriving everyday and making his rounds, saying good morning to all the employees. He also loved to greet all the customers and make them feel welcome.
May you find peace during these next few weeks and upcoming holiday season. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your families.
Nancy
Bill and Nancy McClelland
November 19, 2009
Dear Mrs. Klinger, Doug, Rick and Family,
I have the fondest memories of the time that I very fortunate had to spend with you over the years.
You have always been very wonderful to me, and I have so many fond memories of growing up with Suzanne.
The vacation you and Mr. Klinger took me on with Suzanne to Colorado was a blast. Being best of friends with Suzanne, I spent a lot of time at your home. You were always very welcoming. Mr.Klinger was always there to help us with anything we needed. He even got Suzanne and me a job together at the ball park! He was the most generous tipper when Suzanne & I worked together at Armstrong's Cafe.
I will always remember him for his kind heart, patience with us girls, big smile, and love for his family and their friends. We had many fun years together, and they will be forever remembered, and I will be forever grateful for the beautiful memories and treasured friendships.
May Suzanne and her dad rest in peace, and may your heartfelt fond treasured memories help to bring you peace and comfort every day.
My prayers and thoughts are with you,
With much love, Linda
Linda Aossey
November 19, 2009
My condolences and sympathy to the Klinger family.
Marge INSERT INTO guestbook VALUES (Mrs. Doug) McGowan
November 19, 2009
Bob has been a good friend since I first moved to Cedar Rapids: on the tennis court, in the paint store, and upon any chance meetings. I'll miss his congeneal manner, enthusiasm for tennis and his genuine concern for friends.
Kevin Nebergall
November 19, 2009
We can't imagine how difficult it must be to lose your Father and sister like this. Our deepest, deepest sympathies. Love, John & Pam
John and Pam Lane
November 24, 2009