This we know for sure. Even though our deeply loved one has left this mortal place, he did not leave us empty or broken-hearted. We are left to celebrate a legacy of kindness, patience and integrity.

John Kleeman, 81, Warsaw, a devoted husband a family man and friend, passed on to a peace and eternal existence at 1:25 p.m. July 4, 2017.

He is survived by Nancy Engle Kleeman, his wife of 57 years; a son, Kent, and his wife Lynn Bosstick Kleeman; a daughter, Kim Kleeman Stone, and her husband, jim; granddaughter, Lauren Stone, and her fiance, Corey Bienvenu; sister, Anita Whitson; and dear family members and friends.

Jim made a difference in business and his commitment to community service. He will be remembered as a kind and gentle man of few words who acted out of thoughtful intentions. It can be said of John, and may it be said of us all, that the only pain he caused was when he left us. A private burial for family will be held at a later date.

Memorials to Baker Youth Club, 1401 E. Smith St. Warsaw, IN 46580; or Great Lakes Hospice Foundation, 900 Cooper St., Jackson, MI 49202.