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Shirley Kleen

August 22, 1922 — September 12, 2017

Shirley Eleanor Kleen born on August 22, 1922, Died on September 12, 2017. She lived in Erie, Pa for all 95 years of her life. She married Earl William Kleen on March 1, 1947. He died November 4, 1980. She had two children, three grandchildren and one great grandchild. 

My Gram: Sister, Wife, Mother, Aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, best-friend, neighbor, babysitter, advice giver, feisty woman, care taker, nurturer, shoulder to cry on, problem solver, card player, story teller, dancer, she was strong-willed, full of sunshine, big hearted, just a little bit stubborn, make-up wearer, throat clearing in church, "don't touch my hair" saying, best singer of lullabies, grinch actor at Christmas time, greatest Swedish meatball maker, thumper possessor, best cottage cheese cookie baker, hand-holder, pizzelle  maker, listener, helper, reader of newspaper articles - outloud, hugger, inspiration for everyone, I'm sure there are more than a few things that I missed. Each of her personality traits, interests and talents live on in so many of us. I will miss you gram, more than words can even express at this moment. I will cherish all the memories we created. I will continue to admire the amazing woman you were and taught us to be.

We love and miss you Gram, to the moon and back.

Services will be held private at the convenience of the family by the Burton Westlake Funeral Home 3801 W. 26th Street, Erie, PA 16506.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association 2816 Elmwood Ave, Erie, PA 16508.

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