Richard Charles Klitzing Obituary in Fremont at Fremont Chapel Of The Roses

Richard Charles Klitzing

5/24/1951 - 2/3/2015

Obituary For Richard Charles Klitzing

On Wednesday, February 4th, 2015 the world lost a great man. Richard C. Klitzing passed away suddenly in Fremont, CA. Rich was a life long resident of Fremont. Graduating from Irvington High School in 1969. He was a member of the US Air Force before moving on to a successful career with National Security Technology.

Richard was the son of Richard G. Klitzing and Margaret L. Klitzing and brother to James, Thomas, and Steven Klitzing. Rich was a loving husband to Micky Klitzing for over 43 years. They together have three children: Richard W. Klitzing, Nichole M. Seeley and David M. Klitzing. Rich or "Papa" as his grandchildren called him, was an amazing grandfather to 7. They are Kaylie Anne Klitzing, Devan Renee Seeley, Ashlie Nikole Klitzing, Morgan Taylor Seeley, Richard Jordan Klitzing, Baylie Lynn Klitzing and Drake von Klitzing. He was also an uncle to many.

Rich had a passion for motorsports. In 2014 he won his first championship with his grandson driving the race car Rich built. He dedicated his time to help local youth learn the skills to become race car drivers. He leaves behind countless friends that he made in the racing community. He also had a love for the outdoors. Camping, fishing and shooting his guns were his escape from the daily grind.

Richard C. Klitzing will be forever in our hearts and dearly missed by everyone who had the honor of meeting him.

Rest in peace Champion, we'll take it from here.....

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10/01/2021

Elaine Heiserman

Rick was such a good, fun, and fun to be around brother in law. He was one of the good ones. It's so sad that it seems that God tends to take the good ones first. His death came as such a shock to me, and I feel so very sad that he is no longer with us! My heart goes out to Micky, Ricky, Coley, and to his grandchildren! I feel so very sad, also, for his brothers Jim, Tom, and Steve!. If you ever need an ear, or just want to talk, Micky, I will always be here for you! Or for anyone else in the family, for that matter. He also leaves behind nieces, Debbie and Tiffany, to whom my heart aches for, also! Rest in peace, Rick. You made a huge impact on so many peoples' lives! Now, rest, brother. God must need you now. Much love to all, Elaine
10/01/2021

Rusty & Lois Lomier

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10/01/2021

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Terry Richardson

I worked with Rich for over 14 years, and over-all, I probably interacted more with him than I did with my own family. I sincerely enjoyed all of our annual (sometimes more often if we could swing it) camping trips where he would always have the most entertaining stories Iâve ever heard. He had the best sense of humor and was just an all around great guy that would do anything for you. I am really going to miss you Rich!! Rest in peace my friend!

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