James Lavern Kleinhenn Obituary
In loving memory of James Lavern Kleinhenn of Defiance, Ohio, who departed this world on January 23, 2025 at the age of 79. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though James has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Harry Kleinhenn and Hazel Kleinhenn (Doan); and his sister Connie Wolfrum. He is survived by: his siblings, Thomas L. Kleinhenn of Defiance, Becky Snyder of Napoleon, OH and Susan Deany of Deshler, OH. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 2nd 2025 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM and on Monday, February 3rd 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Schaffer Funeral Home (529 Jefferson Ave, Defiance, OH 43512). A funeral service will be held on Monday, February 3rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association.
