Hugh Kleckner Obituary
In loving memory of Hugh Kleckner of Wilmington, Illinois, born in Manhattan, Illinois, who departed this world on March 14, 2026 at the age of 69. Hugh 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.
As Hugh departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Hugh may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Hugh leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Leo Kleckner and Ruth Kleckner (Rhodes); his wife Beverly; and his son Kyle Kleckner. He is survived by: his children, Cliff and Carly Kleckner (Tim Brewster); and his grandson Clyde Kleckner. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and several cousins.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made as gifts to the family for their distribution.
