September 12, 1927 – June 20, 2019
at the age of 91 years
A Celebration of Alfred’s life will be held Saturday, July 6, 2019 at 2:30 pm at the Salvation Army Community Church, 191 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm
Alfred was born September 12, 1927 in Schönbrunn, Germany and passed away June 20, 2019 in Salmon Arm.
He is survived by his wife Susie Kleiner and her son Udo Koppers as well as many family and friends in Germany and Canada.
A Celebration of Alfred’s life will be held Saturday, July 6, 2019 at 2:30 pm at the Salvation Army Community Church, 191 2 Avenue NE, Salmon Arm
Dear Fred. My grandparents Lois and Sam treasured your lifelong friendship, and my parents Les and Karen, also. We /they are comforted knowing you are at peace, painting away, telling stories, and I’m sure Lois and Thea are talking your ear off. I will never forget your love of sunflowers, your amazing garden, your love of nature and your amazing talent as an artist.
Dear Alfred, I was happy to be able to visit you in your home just three days before you left this life. Even though your body was weak, our conversation showed that your keen, alert mind and sense of humour were in perfect order. Much love, Gabi
Dear Alfred, Thank you for your friendship these many years. Our family (immigrated in 1953) was among the first you met in Montreal when you immigrated in 1954. You were a true artist in several disciplines–housebuilding, sgraffito, painting, gardening, storytelling. Your knowledge of German and European history is legendary. You wanted to be a history teacher but the war intervened and life took a different and adventurous turn. Your life is a testament to the survival and nobility of the human spirit. You are now at peace and painting in the most beautiful colours.
With much love, Gabi
” Fred ” Kleiner throughout his life was always a mentor to many people being knowledgeable in masonry , history , politics , religion and art. He loved a great debate, no matter what the subject . Having survived many oppressive obstacles he was truly ” a survivor.” He knew everything in life was bored for only a period of time , never was it forever .
” Fred ” :
Our message to you is ” Until we meet again “.
Lots of Love ,
Bruce , Ann , Christina and Shannon Dall
Alfred has been a good brick lawyer and house builder in Montreal and White Rock, BC. Once he retired he enhanced his painting skills as a relaxing hobby. He was always welcome at the Salmon Arm Art Gallery and some of his paintings have been shown in various exhibitions. Alfred we always like your stories from the past. We will meet again.