Curtis Klinger

Curtis Klinger of Cochise, Arizona passed suddenly on September 19, 2017 at the age of 58. He was born in Denver, Colorado on December 2, 1958 to Maurice and Eldora (nee Heemstra) Klinger. Curtis was described by many of his family and friends of being a Renaissance man. He was an accomplished writer and published author of several books. Notably, he was a great orator: performing in several plays, doing voice-overs and radio work. He loved all things associated with flight and was a passionate member of the Tripoli Rocketry Assn. Curtis cherished his family and was concerned about the many souls of the Kingdom of God on Earth. He had the privilege of serving God in many forms of ministry, including his most-recent position as the Pastor for Wynne Chapel of Cochise. In his youth, Curtis served in the United States Army where he was decorated with the Army Commendation Metal, Good Conduct Medal, and received Sharpshooter in M16 & pistol. He was honorably discharged as a Warrant Officer. On November 24, 1990, Curtis married the love of his life, Debbie Gibson, who survives him. Also surviving him are children: Faith (Chad) Wheeler of Burleson, Texas; Melissa (Scott) Sattler of Blanchard, Oklahoma; Sarah (John) Wade and Andrew (Chrystal) Thomas both of Aurora, Colorado; as well as 12 grandchildren, his brother Alvin and his sister Eileen along with numerous loving cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents and brother Ron. Memorial services will be held 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at Wynne Chapel in Cochise, Arizona. Memorial services will be held 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 29, 2017 at Faith Community Church in Littleton, Colorado. Graveside services are confirmed for 11:15 a.m. on Monday, October 2, 2017 at Fort Logan National Cemetery with military honors (family only, please). You may express condolences at: www.westlawnchapelmortuary.com. Services entrusted to Westlawn Chapel, Mortuary and Crematory of Willcox, Arizona. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Curtis' name to: Wynne Chapel, 374 E. Richland Way, Cochise, Arizona 85606.

Curtis Klinger

December 2, 1958 - September 19, 2017