Obituary of Jane Klein

Klein, Jane, (nee Minkema), age 84, went home to be with The Lord on Thursday, September 29, 2011. Born in Leeuwarden, Holland, Jane has been a resident of Midland Park since 1954. Jane was a beloved wife, mother and "Beppe", dedicating her life to the care of her family and friends. She was a member of the Christian Reformed Church of Midland Park for over fifty years. Jane was one of the original catering waitresses with The Market Basket and was with them for 25 years. She volunteered for many years at The Snoep Winkel of the Christian Health Care Center in Wyckoff. Jane is survived by her husband, Bernhard C.F. Klein of Midland Park, and her children; John Klein of Eaton, NY, Joan Dobutovich of Oak Ridge, NJ and Eric Klein of Midland Park, NJ and 10 Grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Alice Spoelstra of North Haledon and her brothers; Douwe Minkema and Peter Minkema, both in The Netherlands. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday 2 - 4, 7 - 9 PM at the Vander Plaat Funeral Home, www.vpfh.com, 257 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff, NJ 07481. Funeral Service Wednesday, 10:30 AM at the funeral home followed by the interment in George Washington Memorial Park Cemetery, Paramus. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Eastern Christian School Association, Development Office, 50 Oakwood Avenue, North Haledon, NJ 07508-2449, would be appreciated.