Thomas Klear Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Thomas Klear of North Ridgeville, Ohio, born in Toledo, Ohio, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 20, 2026 at the age of 89. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Carol G. Klear; his parents, Lavon R. Klear and Frances L. Klear; his siblings, Mary Gertrude Bogue, Marilyn Klear, Carolyn Klear, James L. Klear and John M. Klear; his sisters-in-law, Diane M. Howard and Annette C. Klear; and his nephew John P. Klear.
He is survived by: his daughters, Eileen M. Klear of Willowick, Maureen L. Klear (Shelly) of Vandalia, MI, Colleen P. Bridegum (Kevin) of Fairview Park, Kathleen A. Estevez (Rafael) of Citra, FL, Mary Bridget Hornberger (Thomas) of Fairview Park, Erin R. Butkowski (Robert) of Avon and Megan F. Johnson (William) of Kettering; his grandchildren, Gavin, Logan Bridegum, Samuel Johnson, Joshua and Molly Samide; his stepgrandchildren, Isabel, Zach, Nate and Alex Butkowski; his sister Joyce Brock (Frank) of Oak Harbor; and his siblings-in-law, John P. Bogue of Waterville and Gloria Klear of Maumee. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to either, St. Peter Catholic Church in North Ridgeville, St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN, or to North Ridgeville Community Care.
