OBIT: Charles J. KLIMEK, 2008, Hollsopple, Somerset County, PA
  
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   KLIMEK, Charles J. 10/05/08  Daily American
  
   Charles J. Klimek, 85, Hollsopple, died Oct. 3, 2008, at Arbutus Park Manor, Johnstown.
  Born Nov. 12, 1922, in Bedford County, son of Anthony and Anne (Kusher) Klimek. Preceded
  in death by parents; brother, Andrew; and sister, Josephine Fusina; and two infant
  brothers. Survived by wife, the former Jacqueline Frombourg; son, Patrick, married to
  former Francine Smoter, Boardman, Ohio; grandchildren, Paulette, married to Scott
  Instone, Johnstown, and their children, Nicole Nau, and Morgan and Colin Instone;
  Anastascia Klimek And her companion, Gill Cardenas, Sanger, Calif., and their children,
  Ryan, and Caleb; and Capt. Sean Klimek, USAF, San Antonio; sisters, Mary Pondo, and
  Nellie Karabelski, both of Detroit; brother-in-law, John Fusina, Davidsville; and his
  favorite pet poodle, "Miss Abby." A graduate of Conemaugh Township Area High School. 
  A World War II veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in the European Theatre. While
  serving in France, he met his wife Jacqueline. They were married in 1945 in Paris and
  have celebrated a union of 61 years. A member of St. Anne Catholic Church, Davidsville.
  Charles was a carpenter by trade working with his brother, Andrew for over 30 years,
  building custom made houses throughout the Johnstown and Somerset area. He enjoyed his
  garden, wood shop and deer hunting with his son, Patrick and brother-in-law, John.
  Charles will be sadly missed! The family would like to express their deepest gratitude
  to the entire staff of Crossroads, Arbutus Manor. The nurses, nursing aides and
  activity staff provided exceptional compassionate care during his stay. Also, a debt
  of gratitude to the staff from Asera Care Hospice, who provided comfort to Charles and
  his family in the final days. Also, special thanks to Bob and Leor, of Meyersdale, for
  their help and compassion. Viewing from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday at Hoffman Funeral
  Home & Cremation Services, 109 Church Road, Davidsville, where vigil for the deceased
  will be held Monday  afternoon. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Anne Church. The
  Rev. Fr. Karl Kolodziejski, OFM Conv. celebrant. Committal Holy Cross Cemetery with
  military rites by the Somerset County Honor Guard. Donations in Charles' memory may be
  sent to the Asera Care Hospice, 201 Regency Sq., Altoona, PA 16602.