Robert A. Kleckner Sr., 87, of Linfield

Robert A. Kleckner Sr., 87, of Linfield, formerly of Langhorne, husband of Mary H. (Sabol) Kleckner, passed away on Tuesday, February 15 at Reading Hospital.

Born in Delano, he was the son of the late William J. and Ruth E. (Blew) Kleckner.

Robert was born in Delano and raised in Audenried. He was a 1952 graduate of West Hazelton High School. Robert served in the US Army as a Military Policeman from 1954 to 1956. He was a member of Masonic Lodge F&AM No. 25 in Bristol for 65 years. Robert was past treasurer of the Men’s Club of Langhorne where he was a member for almost 40 years. He was a supervisor for 31 years at Rohm & Haas Chemical Company. Robert served as a board member of the Rohm & Haas/Dow Chemical Credit Union and was also the past president of the Square Club at Rohm & Haas. He was an avid golfer, and a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Surviving with his wife are daughters Lisa M. Kleckner, and Karen A Williamson, wife of Brad; son Robert A. Kleckner Jr., husband of Wendy; grandchildren Raymond McSpirit, fiancé of Lyndsey Berry, Erin McSpirit, fiancé of Kenneth Stalls, Collin McSpirit, Sean McSpirit, husband of Abby, Danielle Williamson, fiancé of Max Shilling, Michael Williamson, Kristen Williamson, Adeline Kleckner, and Robert M. Kleckner; and great grandson Stokes Michael McSpirit.

A visitation will be Thursday, February 24, from 6:00PM to 7:15PM at Catagnus Funeral Home,329 N.Lewis Rd, Royersford, with Memorial Service to follow at 7:30PM. Burial will be private at Washington Crossing National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Robert’s name to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692, Philadelphia Junior Golf, 1009 Penllyn Pike,Lower Gwynedd Township, Pa 19002, or Limerick Police Department, 646 W. Ridge Pike, Limerick, PA 19468.

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Robert; We were sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Looks like he had a full life and he was surrounded by the ones that he loved. Take care.

Mike and Cathy Rex

~ Mike Rex
3/2/2022 5:36:14 AM

My prayers go out to you and your entire family. Dad was a special guy.
As a Toad, I witnessed many of your dad’s qualities shared among us guys.
May God welcome dad and afford him the special place he deserves.

~ Dom Marucci
3/1/2022 7:34:59 PM

Bob was a brother Mason, even though we were in different lodges, I will miss him

~ Roy Warren Murphy North Charleston, SC
2/27/2022 3:50:14 PM

All of the Middletown Country Club family sends our deepest sympathies to Rob, Mary and all of the Kleckner family. Mr. K was one of a kind, and he was SO proud that Rob was able to acquire Linfield National GC. He ALWAYS brightened my day when he was in the Langhorne area and would stop by the club. He will be sorely missed. I know that he is probably bugging the big man upstairs to do something about the Phillies! Rest in peace Mr. K.

~ Dan Hoban Langhorne, PA
2/24/2022 3:08:22 PM

My deepest sympathies go out to the Kleckner family. Art was a great guy! I wish we could go back in time and spend one more precious moment with him. God Bless You All!

~ George Hoopes Boyertown, Pa
2/24/2022 6:08:59 AM

My condolences to Mary and the entire family.
I loved hearing all the stories daily, even if it was the repeated. Always a joy to see his smiling self along with his stories regarding his kids and grandchildren. So glad and honored to say he enlightened my life.

~ Tom Rizzo
2/23/2022 9:10:22 PM

My deepest sympathies to Rob and Wendy Kleckner and your entire family.
I am so sorry for your loss.

~ Laura Teressa McCauley Maple Glen, PA
2/22/2022 8:18:25 PM

Over the 2 years I bartended at Linfield National, I saw Art almost every shift. He always came in the building with a huge smile on his face and a new story to tell. I treasure all of the conversations he and I shared about life and family, and I’ll never forget any of the advice he gave me over the years. To the Kleckner family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Art truly was an amazing person who had so much pride and love for his family. You’re all in my thoughts.

~ Megan Radomicki
2/22/2022 5:25:41 PM

my deepest condolences go out to Mary and all Bob's family. I cherish many fond memories of time spent with Bob at Rohm and Haas and with Bob & Mary in Hawaii and in Bristol on Historic Bristol Day. His babysitter will never forget him!

~ Helen Younglove Bristol PA, PA
2/21/2022 1:10:52 PM

Dear Mary
So sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. We always enjoyed his company and humor. The world has lost a special person!
May He Rest In Peace with the Lord.

~ Carl & Ronnie La Rosa Edgely, Pa
2/21/2022 9:43:44 AM

I worked with Bob for
many years at Rohm & Hass. We were good friends for many years. I hold his family in my prayers

~ Roy Warren Murphy North Charleston, SC
2/20/2022 8:04:38 PM

Mary/Kleckner Family: My most sincere sympathies on Bob's passing. Your Bob was a pleasure to know and one of the real "nice guys" in the world. He loved to laugh, loved to joke, was passionate about the things he admired and voiced loudly about those he didn't. I admired his work ethic, his integrity and his smile when it he one down the fairway. We'll all miss him.

Dan

~ Dan Swantko Yardley, PA
2/20/2022 10:48:47 AM

Dear Mary, reading the newspaper this morning I saw that your husband had passed away. I know the pain.Sending you hugs. Dot

~ Dorothy Shuster San angelo, TX
2/20/2022 10:43:24 AM

Bob, you and Mary were the best neighbors, and great friends. My family and I will miss you dearly. I’ll miss those conversations in your driveway over a cold Bud, and our phone calls over the past few years. You made the world brighter, “but who don’t know that”. Thanks for being my friend.

~ John Mcvey Langhorne, Pa
2/18/2022 8:45:47 AM

Leslie and I we’re truly blessed to have a small part in Pops wonderful amazing life. Everyone that met him, knew him, and spent time with him is a better off than most!

~ Steve Knapp
2/18/2022 8:02:12 AM

Art, How much all of us will miss your smile, friendly greeting every am or pm when you entered the Pro shop at Linfield. You were not only the highlight of my day but every at Linfield. Your Love of the Place as you would call it was so uplifting, but more important your love of Your Family and Mary was even more Exceptional. I will treasure our enthusiastic discussions of Penn State football- their QB and Head coach Franklin. You were truly a wonderful Husband and Father and will be sorely missed by all. I can’t attend the viewing but my Heartfelt feelings and many Prayers will be with You and the Whole family! With Love and Respect. Coach P

~ Coach P
2/18/2022 7:56:35 AM

Uncle Bob, as we all knew him, was one of the many reasons why all of us in Lakeview Estates had such a magical time living there. Uncle Bob had a few years on most of us and as such he was the perfect neighbor to give advice, lend a hand or have a beer. Of course, being the perfect neighbor requires having a perfect wife. Mary filled the role wonderfully even carrying my pregnant wife after she broke her toe while I was out of town. Sorry I can’t be there Thursday but I hope to see you all again. Love to all

~ Bill Mitchell
2/18/2022 7:49:46 AM

Mr. Robert, you were the one of the first friend I made at Yardley. So glad We were able to enjoy each other’s company for over 16 years. Always looked forward to our trip to Linfield and our day of golf. I appreciated that your wife and kids would lend you to us for the day! I will miss talking golf and family with you! God bless you and your family

~ Ed Derendinger
2/18/2022 7:21:08 AM

Boss man, One of the highlights about working at LNGC was when you’d come walking into the pro shop with that smile on your face, twinkle in your eye, and hop in your step. It was easy to see how proud you were of your family. And the love you had for your beautiful Mary made me wish I had that in my life.
Boss man, let’s talk about the Phillies. You will be missed.

~ Rob Mattaliano
2/18/2022 6:33:13 AM

I’ve had the great pleasure of working with Art at Linfeild National over the past few years. He was a true gentleman and always had a kind word for everyone, always helpful and kept everyone’s spirits up. He truly will be missed.

~ Jim Donato
2/18/2022 6:18:07 AM

My deepest sympathies to the entire family. Mr K will always be one of my favorite people I've ever met and I am so fortunate to have known him for so many years. RIP Mr K

~ Keith DeVos
2/17/2022 9:41:28 PM