We Remember

KLAMMER, Roy
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Reinhard “Roy” Klammer died peacefully, in the presence of his children, on January 5, 2021.
Roy was born in 1931 near Risweg, Poland, he grew up on the farm, the oldest child of seven. The family became permanently separated from their father during World War II. During those difficult war years on the farm, he was only able to receive an elementary school education. In 1953, He left Germany, with his sister Irene, by ship for Canada. They arrived in Montreal, QC, then took the train to Vancouver, BC.
Roy met Linda Rosner in fall 1954, and they married in May 1955. They were blessed with three children: Esther, Garry and Brian.
Roy always worked hard, from his childhood on the farm, to the sawmill, and helping on the orchard once retired. His work ethic and service set a strong example for us as a family. He also spent much time volunteering at Grace Baptist Church in Kelowna, BC. Even though he only had an elementary education and worked as a laborer, by living a simple and content lifestyle, he provided for his family, gave to needs, and supported his church and ministries. He modeled contentedness, peace and generosity.
Roy prayed regularly for his family, many people, and situations. He was always loving and tender to his wife – especially during the final days of her cancer battle. He lived a life of integrity, commitment and faithfulness.
He was an avid walker, reader, and enjoyed fishing with his friends. When he was diagnosed with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) in 2018, he quickly lost his ability to walk, read, and lift the fishing boat, so sadly those simple joys were no longer possible for him. As his physical needs grew, he moved from the Village at Mill Creek, to Three Links Manor. The staff at both those facilities were tremendous with their care. Even as his dementia grew worse, he maintained his gentle, peaceful, content spirit.
He is lovingly remembered and honoured by his family: his children Esther (Tapio) Itkonen, Garry (Gayle), and Brian (Carol); siblings Arnold, Adoline, Herbert, Lydia and Bruno; grandchildren Lauren, Darrell (Kira), Jason (Elizabeth), Ian (Sophie) and Aric (Desire); and great-grandchildren Johnathan, Lily, and Summer; and many other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Linda; sister Irene; and great-grandchild Bruno.
A Funeral Service will be held to honour Roy, due to the current pandemic restrictions it will be by invitation only. However, the family would like to invite all who want to pay their respects to join by Livestream on Friday, January 8, 2021 at 1:00 pm. A recording will be made available to view shortly thereafter. (below)
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Roy’s memory to a charity of your choice.
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Our sincere condolences to the entire Klammer family. He will be fondly remembered. We loved his spunk and zeal for walking and talking! Such a good man! no you are all in our hearts and prayers as you grieve this tremendous loss.
Brian, thinking of you and your family… lifting you up in our prayers thru this time.
dave
We are very sorry for you loss. Though we never met Mr. Klammer, we have heard wonderful things about him. His love for his family, his generosity, kindness and prayers for others were clearly a gift. May you find peace and comfort In one another, and in the Lord.
Alissa and Gary Monaghan
Hello Garry;
My condolences on the passing of your father. He sounds like such a wonderful soul. This line in Roy’s obituary really stuck with me: “He lived a life of integrity, commitment and faithfulness.”
Don Grant
Our dear dear friends, Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. We know that losing earthly parents is a very monumental event.
Please feel free to reach out for a hand. We are here for you.
Ed and Patrice
I’m so sorry for your loss. Love and prayers to you and your family.❤️
Esther, Garry and Brian, and your families: We are so sorry for the recent loss of your Dad. Losing a loved one is never easy. Although I have not seen your Dad for a number of years, the obituary certainly described the character of the man I knew – giving, contented, peaceful, generous, faithful – a man of commitment and integrity – a real, gentle spirit. I remember his easy laugh and the twinkle in his eyes. He will be missed. But so glad that he knew Jesus, who said “everyone who looks to the Son and believes in him shall have eternal life” (John 6:40).
Brian, Garry and Esther – I am very sorry that your Dad passed away but understand that he was not well in the last two years. Having spent a lot of time at Brian’s house as a child (we were neighbors and good friends), I was able to observe Roy in his interactions with his children and Linda. I was always struck with how kind and considerate he was and that he was genuinely interested in our little lives. Even later in life on an occasional visit to Grace Baptist, Roy would always great me with a huge smile and a firm handshake. He was quiet but had strength, and modelled being a great Dad, caring husband, and committed Christian. He will be missed.
With deepest condolence we remember you and your family and keep you in our prayers. As we read about your Dad, Brian, I can’t help but see where you got so many of your great qualities. Love to you all.
Our sincerest condolences to Esther, Garry, Brian and families. Your dad was such a good man and I know that you will deeply miss him. We are praying for the peace and comfort of God to fill your hearts during this time of loss.
To all the Klammer family on behalf of Brian and Carol’s church family – Rockpointe Church – in Calgary. So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad and grandpa. I know that he was a special person because of the conversations I had with Brian and Carol about him. May you know God’s peace as you walk through the valley of the shadow of death today. I am praying that the service is a special one for you all.
Dear Esther , Garry and Brian, we have been blessed knowing your family for over 65 years. Many memories go back to visiting your home, to working along side of Roy in the mill and at the church. May the lord continue to bless you.
Esther, Garry and Brian
Our condolences on the passing of your father. We remember him as a a quiet, kind and gentle man who cared deeply for his family and his church. We hope that you will find peace and comfort in the knowledge that your father is now with God and with your mother in heaven.
Rolf and Dori Kaplun
Our sincere sympathy to you at the passing of your dad. We pray God will be your strength during this difficult time. How wonderful that he will reunited with your mom. He was a very special man, always a smile! God bless you.
Dear Esther, Garry and Brian, we empathize with you as you grieve the loss of your dad. He has graduated from this life into the presence of our Lord–beyond pain and physical limitations. Some day we will meet him there. How blessed we are to be able to believe this promise!
To the Klammer Family!
Accept our deepest and heartfelt condolences!
Sincerely Gisela and Hans Nill