Obituary of Bernhard Klein

Klein, Bernhard Christian Frederick, age 85, went home to be with The Lord on Tuesday, September 25, 2012. Born in Leeuwarden, The Netherlands, Bernhard "Ben" has been a resident of Midland Park since 1954. Ben was a beloved husband, father and "Pake", who worked tirelessly for his family. Bernhard was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jane (nee Minkema), on September 29, 2011. He was a member of the Christian Reformed Church of Midland Park for over fifty years. Ben's working career began in 1954 with Marlow Pumps, Midland Park, starting out in the machine shop and working his way up the ladder, retiring as the Head Accountant of Purchasing in 1990. Being an avid aviation fan since childhood, following his retirement he enjoyed occasionally working at Aviation International News, Midland Park. Ben is survived by his children; John Klein of Eaton, NY, Joan Dobutovich of Oak Ridge, NJ and Eric Klein of Midland Park, NJ. He is also survived by 10 Grandchildren. Visiting hours will be held Sunday, September 30, 2012, 2-6 PM at the Vander Plaat Funeral Home, www.vpfh.com, 257 Godwin Ave., Wyckoff, NJ 07481. Funeral Service Monday, October 1, 2012, 11:00 AM at the funeral home followed by the interment in George Washington Memorial Park Cemetery, Paramus. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Ben's name may be made to Eastern Christian School Association, 50 Oakwood Avenue, North Haledon, NJ 07508 would be appreciated.