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Sylvester Klish Jr.

1943 - 2016

BORN

1943

DIED

2016

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Ewald-Barlock Funeral Home

2501 N Southport Ave

Chicago, Illinois

Sylvester Klish Obituary

Klish, Jr., Sylvester 72 years, May 16, 2016. Beloved father of Jennifer Durst, Jessica Klish and the late Daniel; former husband of Kathleen Klish; dear grandpa of Danielle and Zachary; fond brother of Ronald (Carol), Eugene and Kathryn (Dino) Giannini; uncle of many. Visitation at Ewald-Barlock Funeral Home, 2501 N. Southport Ave., Chicago on Wednesday from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Cremation private. Funeral info: 773-549-0098 or www.ewaldbarlockfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 17, 2016.

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Heather Brady

May 26, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss.

Nancy Goetz

May 25, 2016

Jen, Zach and the Klish family. So sorry for your loss.
Thinking of you at this sorrowful time.

Rush Pearson

May 19, 2016

Thanks for the laughs, beer, and venue, in various orders. I miss you and your dobermans.

Paul Barrosse

May 19, 2016

Many heartfelt thanks to Sylvester. You gave so many of us a stage when we needed it most. Your impact on the growth of Chicago comedy cannot be overstated. And the free beer was much appreciated!

mike ziemblicki

May 17, 2016

My condolences to the Klish families. Sylvester was a great guy always a fun time.

F and G Rich

May 17, 2016

Sending our heartfelt condolences to the family for your loss. May the words at Philippians 4:6,7 help guard your hearts and thoughts during this difficult time.

Alan Baranowski

May 17, 2016

This man was almost as important in starting what has become the improv scene in Chicago as Del Close. He was the first person that gave improvisers a place to perform on a regular basis in Chicago outside of Second City. I am sorry that I did not keep in contact with in the passing years. There will always be stories about him and his club.

Anna Marie Klish

May 17, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Sylvester's passing My thoughts are with your family. I have some crazy memories of Sylvester!

joe palozzolo

May 17, 2016

Your smile and laughter will always be remembered. Thanks for being you.

loretta cattani

May 17, 2016

He was a great guy, lot of fun and the silliest laugh

Louis Diamond

May 17, 2016

He gave us a place to play. And a beer.

Louis Diamond

May 17, 2016

He gave many a chance to strut their stuff. With always an encouraging word. And a beer, too.

Irene Nuccio-scheidt

May 17, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family
Sylvester was one of a kind especially with the ladies, always joking he will be missed.

Tony Papaleo

May 16, 2016

Thanks for the memories and stories to tell - you are one of a kind.

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3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Ewald-Barlock Funeral Home

2501 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

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7:00 p.m.

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