Thomas Frank Klose, AIA
March 10, 1955 ~ November 19, 2010
Thomas Frank Klose, AIA
(Age 55)
On Friday, November 19, 2010 peacefully at his home in McLean, Virginia. Friend and husband of 22 years of Elizabeth (Betsey) Hull; loving father of Sally Harrison Klose and Lesley Hull Klose; brother of John Perry Klose, of Gulf Shores, AL; Guy Frederick Klose and his wife Marcellena Wood of North Andover , MA; and Ellen Marie Bunton and her husband John Bunton of Hanover Park, IL. He is predeceased by his parents Albert Arthur and Jean Ellen Klose and brother Jay Walter Klose. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Tom adored his family. As an architect, he worked in a profession that he thoroughly enjoyed that used his great talent and creativity. Tom's true passion was creating works of art from wood. He leaves behind many treasures for his family and friends to enjoy.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Commonweal Cancer Care Program, 451 Mesa Rd., Bolinas, CA 94924 or www.commonweal.org or the visual arts program at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, 1000 St. Stephen's Rd., Alexandria, VA 22304.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
(Age 55)
On Friday, November 19, 2010 peacefully at his home in McLean, Virginia. Friend and husband of 22 years of Elizabeth (Betsey) Hull; loving father of Sally Harrison Klose and Lesley Hull Klose; brother of John Perry Klose, of Gulf Shores, AL; Guy Frederick Klose and his wife Marcellena Wood of North Andover , MA; and Ellen Marie Bunton and her husband John Bunton of Hanover Park, IL. He is predeceased by his parents Albert Arthur and Jean Ellen Klose and brother Jay Walter Klose. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Tom adored his family. As an architect, he worked in a profession that he thoroughly enjoyed that used his great talent and creativity. Tom's true passion was creating works of art from wood. He leaves behind many treasures for his family and friends to enjoy.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Commonweal Cancer Care Program, 451 Mesa Rd., Bolinas, CA 94924 or www.commonweal.org or the visual arts program at St. Stephen's and St. Agnes School, 1000 St. Stephen's Rd., Alexandria, VA 22304.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Betsey – My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dear husband Tom.
Ellen, John, and Guy: It was with great shock when I read the Dayton paper this morning and learned of Tom’s passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and prayers for all of your loss. I have such fond memories of all of your family and will be forever greatful that I was “adopted” into the Klose family when I started working at the Xenia Library with your Mom. Also please accept my belated sympathy on Jay’s passing. I didn’t know until today. May God Bless Tom’s family and all of yours.
Jon, Guy, and Ellen, We are saddened by your loss of Tom; also your loss of Jay, of which we were not aware. Every Christmas I remember with fondness your parents as I hang a beaded ornament from your maternal grandmother and gifted to me by Jean. Our heartfelt sympathy is sent to you and Tom’s family. May God give you comfort and healing. The Sharps, Lou and Marguerite 4800 Judith Drive Kettering, Oh 45429
I am so sorry to hear of Tom’s passing. I was a few years behind Tom in school, but I will never forget his rosy cheeks and wonderful laugh.
To all the dear Klose famiy, We were members of the bridge club and always attended Jean’s delicous dinners. We see the wonderful tombstone that Tom Designed for Al & Jean every year. They were so proud of you all.Please know we are sorry for your loss.Betty & Ken Turvy
I have such wonderful memories of Tom and the Klose family—-I knew Tom in high school, and knew he would go far in life. What a great sense of humor he had, and a wonderful smile, teddy bear hug, and a zest for life. GODSPEED, my friend, and so sad for his wife and children. We will all see each other again!!
Dear Betsey, Sally, and Lesley, Though Tom’s life here on earth was not long enough, when we shared time with him and you, it was beautiful. Afternoons spent in the Barnes kitchen just having fun will always be cherished. Tom will be remembered as one who always took time to enjoy life’s simple pleasures and nature’s beauty. You are and will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Betsey, Sally and Lesley, We have such great memories from all our wonderful field hockey days together in DC and California. We are so sorry to learn of your loss and wish you all the best in this dark hour…The Herm Family
Dear Betsey, please know that my thoughts, sympathy, hopes for healing are with you and your daughters. I am so sorry for your loss.
Betsey, Sally and Leslie, Tom blessed your lives, and the lives of many others, in innumerable ways. He was a warm and engaging man, full of joy and effortly shared it with everyone. My heart goes out to you the rest of Tom’s family. Your loss is great. But Tom’s life was rich and is to be celebrated!
I had the enjoyable privilege of knowing Tom throughout much of his professional years. In our recent times as colleagues (and friends), Tom and I shared many stories of our children – that is what dad’s do they talk a lot about their family. It is obvious to me his incredible pride and love he has for Leslie and Sally as we would exchange tales. Tom was well liked by the entire project team (and office) for his rarefied sense of humor and constant excuses for celebration I cannot even begin to account for all the team lunches, dinners and other expenses he was responsible for organizing. I will miss Tom very much, but it is reassuring that his legacies are those very tangible things he created in architecture and woodworking. My memories of him will forever include his positive attitude and incredible smile and friendship he always extended to me.
Betsey, I am sadden to hear of your husband Tom’s passing. May you find peace and comfort from the prayers and good will of family and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughters.
Betsy and family – our thoughts and prayers are with you. Best, the Fennig Family.
I am a Partner with The Lukmire Partnership, Inc. and worked with Tom for several years. I was saddened to hear of Tom’s death. He was dedicated to his work as an Architect. It was a pleasure to have known him.
Dear Betsey – I am very, very sorry for your loss. I am sure that you, Sally, and Lesley have wonderful memories of your time with Tom. From the comments at the St. John’s service, it appears many others admired and respected Tom too. It was a beautiful service. May God give you and your family the strength you need during this difficult time.
I am sad today. Tom was a friend and offered me good guidance through a short but troubling period for me. He entered my fitness program “Sergeants Program” about 7 years ago and was a friend right away. he was always one to give advice when asked. His touch was gentle not to bruise the ego of a small business owner 🙂 I was his trainer coach when he had a hernia and I remember him needing some time off. We lost contact then. A classmate of his Melissa was kind enough to give me the heads up. Forgive me for rambling her…I guess I am grasping for the right words. He was sweet yet determined and will be missed. I know we all will leve someday…it just stinks when it’s too soon. Patrick Avon
Tom and I did yoga classes, watched SNL, spent awesome years @ OSU. He wrote me a long letter informing me of his dad’s death. I’m so happy to have seen him at our 10 year reunion. I know he is still smiling.
Tom was a great teacher and friend, you couldn’t beat that constant smile and great attitude towards life, I will cherish his memory.
My heart lurched when I saw the obituary. He was such a lovely man, always smiling, ready to share his joy and yours. We worked at the same firm for a while in ’88. I know Betsey’s and Sally’s names, even though I never met them, because he bragged on them happily. I’m so sad that this ray of sunshine is gone.