Debbie Klein

Debbie A. Klein of St. Johns passed away peacefully Monday, August 22, 2016 surrounded by family.

She is survived by her son Keith Caldwell (Anna) of Sault Sainte Marie, daughter Christina Caldwell of St. Johns, father Russell Klein, Sr. of Holland, brothers; Russell Klein, Jr. (Belinda) of Grand Haven and Richard Klein (Carol) of DeWitt, sister Grace Niroumand (Saeid) of Exton, PA, and 3 grandchildren; Maddie, Alex and Ethan, along with numerous nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her mother Carole Klein.

Debbie was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut on February 4, 1955, the daughter of Russell and Carole (Matner) Klein.  Debbie was her children’s Cub Scout and Girl Scout Leader, she loved to knit items for charity, family, friends, and co-workers, she enjoyed visiting with friends and was always concerned how others were doing in their lives.  She also believed in her faith as a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.  She was a fabulous baker which led to establishing her own business: Debbie’s Delights.  She received her Associate’s Degree at Lansing Community College. Debbie will be missed by her family and friends as she was loved by all. One of many things she will be remembered for is her warm heart and bright smile.

A Memorial Service will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 109 Linden St., St. Johns, MI. on Friday, August 26, 2016 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams officiating.  Visitation will be held on Friday, August 26, 2016 from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI.  Private Burial will be held at Restlawn Memorial Gardens, Holland, MI.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in honor of Debbie Klein be made to Eaton Community Palliative Care in Charlotte, MI (www.echospice.org).  Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.