Gerald Kleeman

Gerald Kleeman, of Garrett, passed away on Monday August 8, 2016 at Chandler Place in Kendallville. Gerald was born on October 10, 1926 in Garrett to the late Paul F. and Ella R. (Groscop) Kleeman. Gerald was in the US Army during WWll as a paratrooper and military police officer. Gerald was a member of the American Legion Post 178 in Garrett. He was a mail carrier for the United States Postal Service for over 36 years retiring in 1985. He will always be remembered for his patient, quiet demeanor and his love for children, animals and baseball. Survivors include his son, James E. Kleeman of London, OH; daughters, Geraldine A. Kleeman of Chicago and Lori L. Vieceli of Palatine, IL ;grandchildren, Kyle and Lauren Kleeman and Margo and Amanda Vieceli; brothers, Herbert P. Kleeman and Harold G. Kleeman both of Garrett He was preceded in death by his wife, Roselyn H. (Sherlock) Kleeman. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Saturday with visitation one hour prior at Zion Lutheran Church 1349 S. Randolph Street, Garrett. Rev. Andrew Yeager will be officiating.  Visitation will be held Friday from 2-4 & 6- 8 p.m. at Pinnington Funeral & Cremation Services 502 N. Main Street, Auburn. Burial with military honors will be held in Woodlawn Cemetery, Auburn. Memorial donations may be made to Zion Lutheran Church. To sign the online guest registry or to leave the family a message of condolence, visit www.pinningtonfh.com.