Donald Klimovich Obituary

I worked closely with Don for many years at Chicago magazine, and I think of him fondly on an almost-daily basis. He was warm-hearted, honest, and open; increasingly rare traits nowadays. Allen Kelson

I had the privilege of working with Don and I have lovely memories of him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends. He was a special person and will be missed.

Don was a good friend and co-worker. I have fond memories of Don.With exception of the Lutefisk that he liked to prepare at the coffee bar across from my office. My sincere condolences to his loved ones.

In addition to his colleagial spirt at Chicago Magazine, he was fun company on summer trips to the Canadian folk festivals in the early 80s. Consummate gentleman and creative spirit.

I worked many years with Don Klimovich, whom I remember fondly as one of our go-to staff members, whether tasked with major, ground-breaking work, unavoidably dreary rewrites, or day-to-day tasks. He approached everything he did with intelligence, diligence, and integrity. A kind, decent, and thoughtful person, Don was someone I regrettably wasn't able to keep up with in the decades since we parted, but I always did and shall remember him fondly. Allen Kelson, former Editor-in-Chief, Chicago magazine

I will certainly miss Donald. A kind, gentle, generous, and knowledgeable man, who always wanted happiness for others around him.

I met him and Marci during the Chicago Audubon walks. I learned so much from him, he will always be with me while birding.

Coffee at Julius Meinl and enjoying his company and the sausages he brought at my block party are also wonderful memories.

Rest in Peace,
Gail Gammel

We met Marci and Don when we starting birding at NP Nature Center on Saturday mornings. They led the group and were so welcoming and helpful. We learned much from them and improved our birding skills.

Through the years we saw them often, including waiting at Wikstroms at Christmas where Don could get his herring.

We recently left Chicago, and were very sad to learn of Donald's death. Our thoughts are with Marci at this most difficult time.

Sharon Erickson and Tony Kovacs
Albuquerque, NM

We were always happy to run into Don & Marci out birding or grocery shopping or whatever; taking time to discuss the news and our views. Our social circle has a big hole in it now and it feels much too soon for that to have happened. We are going to miss Don so very much.

Don was a true gentleman and a friend who will be greatly missed. He was one of my birding mentors and I will be forever in his debt. My sincere condolences go out to Marci.