Victor L. Klinker Obituary
We are sad to announce that on December 6, 2024, at the age of 85, Victor L. Klinker of Lafayette, Indiana passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred Klinker and Otillia Klinker (Sondgerath); and his siblings, Tillie Clute (Lyle), Katherine Krodel (Bill), Mary Thornbury, Fred (Sally) and Jerry Klinker (Shirley).
He is survived by: his wife Sheila Ann Johnston; his children, Kerri Colvin (Scott), Kevin Klinker and Kelly Jacobs (Ken); his grandchildren, Kristen Colvin Budlove, Jessica Colvin, Evan, Madi, Nolan Jacobs, Tori and Tommy Klinker; his brother David Klinker (Sheila); and his brother-in-law Bill Thornbury. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A rosary was held on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 at 4:30 PM at the St. Mary Cathedral (1207 Columbia St, Lafayette, IN 47901). Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 11th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Thursday, December 12th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the same location. A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, December 12th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Mary Cathedral, Lafayette Parks Foundation, Habitat for Humanity, Homestead Resources, Inc., or The Lafayette Citizens Band.
