Tom Klingler was a Bluffton High School graduate
Thomas Lynn Klingler, 67, died Nov. 6, 2020, at Mercy Health - St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. Tom was born Nov. 24, 1952, in Bluffton to the late Clyde and Alberta (Reams) Klingler.
Tom was a graduate of Bluffton High School. He retired as a sergeant with the Delphos Police Department. Tom was a member of the Delphos Eagles Aerie #471 and the American Legion where he served as a past commander. He served in U.S. National Guard and enjoyed boating.
Survivors include three children, Jon Klingler of Delphos, Laura (Jonathan) Matear of Atmore, Alabama, Kyle Klingler of Delphos; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and two brothers, Keith (Eileen) Klingler and Jeff (Mary) Klingler both of Bluffton.
Services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 11, at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services - Bluffton. Pastor William Turner officiating.
Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Bluffton where military rites will be performed. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to - Donald Trump Official Legal Defense Fund by clicking here.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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