It is with a heavy heart to announce that Chris Kleckner, 50, of Aston, PA, passed away unexpectedly on December 3rd.
Born in Hazleton, PA to the late Jim Kleckner and Cathy Kleckner, he touched a lot of lives as a husband, brother, son, uncle, friend, educator, mentor and fellow creative. He was an extremely talented carpenter and theatrical set designer.
Chris is survived by his mom Catherine Kleckner, sister, Michelle Sobczyk and her husband Ted, nieces Sydney and Mackenzie, former wife, Alisa Sickora Kleckner and many friends, colleagues, and students.
Since Chris was a very private person, the family chose to hold services privately. There will be a celebration of Chris’ life in the coming months. In the meantime, please think of Chris whenever you have a delicious meal, a good bottle of wine or playing bocci ball .The family suggests any memorial gifts may be sent to National Public Radio, NPR Development, PO Box 791490, Baltimore, MD21279-1490 (npr.org/supportnpr) or the National Endowment of the Arts. Funeral arrangements by McCrery & Harra, Wilmington, DE.