Nila "Nick" Kloze Obituary (1917

Nila "Nick" KLOZE As we say farewell to this good and honorable man, we realize the world has lost one of its finer citizens. Nila Selden Kloze passed away Thursday, April 11, 2013 at the age of 95. Born in Des Plaines, Illinois in 1917, Nick grew up embracing the hard work ethic of a farm boy. During World War II, Nick served with The Army Air Corps in the Philippines. His patriotism was evident throughout his life. Following the war, he married Betty Thomas of Portland, Oregon. They had a daughter, Karen, and resided in Portland until moving to Bellevue, Washington. Tragically, Nick lost both his wife and daughter to cancer. In 1978 Nick married Beryl Barnhart and moved to Medina. At that moment Nick was introduced to life in a large family, he seemed to enjoy it thoroughly. Nick was an extraordinary husband and he lovingly supported Beryl throughout her illness prior to her death in 2006. Nick worked as an independent distributor for TAB Products. It was there that he met many treasured lifelong friends. His commitment to hard work, fairness and the bond of his word was legendary in his long and distinguished business career. Nick loved the sport of golf and played for many years at Overlake in Medina. He traveled extensively but his favorite places were Scottsdale, Maui and Hood Canal. Nick was a man of integrity, intelligence and compassion. His family and friends will of course, also continue to smile with memories of his lightening quick, always apropos, dry humor. This exceptional man is survived by his step daughters and sons: Mary Louise, Barbara (Dennis), Susie (Jack), Cherie, Bob (Linda), Mike (Chris) and Tom, with twenty grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to express special gratitude to Nick's caregivers Alfred, Reza and Fredrik. A Celebration of Nick's life will take place at the Sacred Heart Chapel at Forest Ridge School, 4800 - 139th Avenue SE, Bellevue, WA 98006, Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 2 PM. Reception to follow. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Nila "Nick" Kloze, please click here to visit our sympathy store.