BALDWINSVILE – Richard “Rick” Klein, 49, of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at home.
A lifetime resident of The Valley area and Baldwinsville, he was a graduate of Corcoran High School.
Rick was employed with VP Supply Corp. and formerly worked for Case Supply Inc., for over 20 years. He was a fan of SU sports and the Miami Dolphins.
Known for his sense of humor, Rick enjoyed spending time with family and friends, having barbeques, playing pool and sharing happy memories with his buddies in his man cave.
Rick was predeceased by his mother, Helen Lanieu in 2006; and his beloved dog, Snickers.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of the staff at Hematology-Oncology Assn. of CNY, our “families” at VP Supply and Michaels Arts and Crafts and also to Hospice of CNY, for their extraordinary care and compassion.
Surviving are his wife of 22 years, the former Cheryl Curnalia; daughter, Jennifer of Baldwinsville; sisters, Kathy (Steve) Bunker of Cato, Linda Van Wormer of Mexico, Karen (Jerry) Walker of Fulton, and Jacqui (Adam) Paikin of Cicero; brother, Robert of Fulton; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Relatives and friends may call Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be private.
Contributions may be made in Rick’s memory to Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088.
Please share condolences at www.BuranichFuneralHome.com.