John J Klein

Dr. John J. Klein Jr.
An incredible man passed away Wednesday, September 23rd, 2020 at the age of 83. Preceded in death by "the love of his Life" Deanna. He joins her and our Maker, Jesus Christ, in the heavenly Kingdom of God.
Wonderful and Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather. Loved by all his family and friends. He leaves behind his two sons - John "JJ" Klein III, Jeff Klein Sr. His grandchildren - Jeffrey Jr, Aftin Nicole, and Justin. And his great granddaughter Peyton.
A mechanical Engineer in the Aerospace, 2nd degree Black Belt in Judo, and most notably, retired president of our own Central Arizona College (1989 through 2003).
He held - a BS/BM and an MBA from Sacramento State, as well as a Doctorates in Education from USC. Long time educator and administrator.
He served as a member of Planning and Zoning, Casa Grande School Board, and Casa Grande Lakes HOA, just to name a few…
Ford Mustang Collector/Enthusiast, Golfer, Fitness lover, long time martial artist. In fact, in 2013, while studying Kung Fu, he spent 2 weeks in China practicing Kung Fu with the Shaolin Monks.
He is missed and never forgotten…
The family requests in lieu of Flowers or Cards, please contribute to the research for Parkinson’s and Dementia.