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Barbara Klingenberg Obituary

Klingenberg, Barbara Ann (Sullivan) age 78, passed away January 27, 2011. Beloved wife of Heinz; loving mother of Barbara Jean (David) Dimeler, Susan Miller, Anna (Loren) Knight, Heinz Peter (Carrie Wood); loving grandmother of eight; and great-grandmother of two; dear sister of the late John Sullivan, James (Mary) Sullivan, Judith (John) Sorman, Patricia (the late Chuck) Czajka, the late Robert (Barbara) Sullivan; aunt to many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given too the American Heart Association or American Cancer Society. Memorial Service will be held February 12th, family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Service beginning at 3:00 p.m. at Benson Family Funeral Home, 3224 W. Montrose Ave., Chicago, IL 60618, 773-478-5800 or www.bensonfamilyfuneralhome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 10, 2011.

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Easter Sunday, Mar 29th, 1948

Catherine Sorman Gibson

April 5, 2011

Aunt Barbara, I can't believe you are gone... Love always and forever, Cathy

Jane Ashley

February 14, 2011

Heinz and Family;

From my family to your family, our heartfelt sympathies at this time in your loss. Barbara will be remembered especially by me for always being there when I needed help and support. Just know that she is at home with the Lord and is at peace.

Herb & Dawn Schoene

February 13, 2011

Heinz and Family:
Our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. She is "Finally Home."

February 12, 2011

Lynn Michel

February 11, 2011

Barb,
We share many memories of your mom when we were growing up, I think I was at your house more than mine. I am thinking of you at this sad time.

stanley & Sherry Carroll

February 10, 2011

Our prayers and love go out to you Aunt Barb, Anna,All of you.,Our prayers and much love your way.....

Darlene Enger

February 10, 2011

Dear Heinz & family: We are sorry to hear about Barbara and know that she will be missed. Our condolences and prayers are with you and your family. We know that she is in peace and no pain anymore.
In Star Love
Darlen Enger & Edward Hagstrom
LaGrange Chapter

Mom and Dad 7/2010

Barbara Dimeler

February 10, 2011

Rest in peace Mom ...we love you ..and will miss you. Your spirit lives in all of us.

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