Philip J. Klei, died on 9/12/2020 at the age of 89 after battling Alzeheimers and Cancer. He is predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Teresa Klei.
Phil leaves behind his 4 children: Kathleen McLaughlin, Philip G.(Kelly) Klei, Kenneth R. Klei and Kevin G. Klei; as well as 6 grandchildren: Christina and David McLaughlin, Krystal and Greg Klei, Alex and Ben Klei; and great-granddaughter, Eleanor McLaughlin.
Phil graduated from Kings Point Naval Academy (class of 53) and served in the Navy on the Battleship NJ. He was retired from Xerox Corporation and enjoyed fishing and gardening.
Phil was a long time member of St. John of Rochester Church and was an Usher for over 40 years. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus since 1960 and a Past Grand Knight.
Special thanks to the staff of the Friendly Home. Thank you for your love and compassion especially during the past 8 months.
A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, Sept 22 at 1:00PM EST at St. John of Rochester Church in Fairport. For those unable to attend, the service will be live streamed at the church website (www.stjohnfairport.org/live-stream-mass) or use this link:
In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to a charity of your choice in Phil’s name.