James Klein

James "Jim" Ernst Klein, age 73, of Erlanger died on July 12, 2013 in the Cayman Islands. He was the loving son of Helen T. Klein and the late Arthur J. Klein. Beloved husband of Dona Klein. Loving father to Kathleen Rollo(James), Kristin Wedekin(Fred), Carolyn Firth(Nathan), and Christopher Gardner(Julia). Dear Brother to JoAnne Murphy(Vincent) and Louise Sienkiewicz(Rich). Loving grandfather to 4 grandchildren Madison & Morgan Wedekin and Kennedy & Isaac Firth. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his first wife Rosemary Klein. James was a 1961 graduate of Missouri School of Mines & Engineering. He was a development and project engineer for Corporex and Gap Inc. Jim enjoyed traveling and all sports, he especially liked playing tennis, golf and cards. He loved spending time with his family and friends, living life to the fullest. Visitation Thursday July 25, 2013 from 5 -8 pm at MIDDENDORF FUNERAL HOME, FT. WRIGHT. Mass of Christian Burial Friday July 26, 2013 11 am at the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption, in Covington. Burial at Highland Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to: American Cancer Society 297 Buttermilk Pike Ft. Mitchell, KY 41017.