Donald M Kline

Donald M. Kline, 77 of Landisburg, passed away too soon on November 18, 2024, with his wife by his side.  He was born in Carlisle on October 4, 1947, to the late Elmer M. and Ruth N. (Brownawell) Kline.  He is survived by his beautiful wife of 50 years, Linda S. (Stum) Kline; two children:  Scott A. Kline (Carli) of Landisburg and Melissa S. Clark (Andrew) of Forest Hill, MD; four grandchildren:  Kelsey, Mattingly, Alexander, and Harrison; his brother:  Dennis R. Kline (Eileen) of Landisburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.  In addition to his parents, Don is preceded in death by his infant sister, Darlene F. Kline.

Don graduated with the very first class (1965) of West Perry High School.  After graduation, he went to work at Federal Equipment Company, and after three years, moved to Frog Switch Manufacturing Company, both in Carlisle.  He retired from Frog Switch as a finish grinder in 2014, after 46 years of service.  At retirement, he was the senior-most employee of the company – a fact of which he was quite proud.  During his early work years, he was also a member of the Army Reserves (1966 – 1972).  Don was a trustee with the Landisburg Cemetery Association.

Don was a humble and quiet man, who consciously chose to avoid conflict.  He never spoke an ill word about anyone and was always quick to encourage with a smile.  He and Linda were often found socializing and eating lunch at Landisburg Mart.  Those who knew him may have called him Donnie or Colonel, but his favorite name of all was Pa.  Pa was a devoted grandfather who wouldn’t turn down an opportunity to spend time with his grandchildren.  When not with family or friends, he was likely to be found relaxing in his trusty hammock no matter the temperature. 

Funeral services for Don will be held on Monday, November 25, 2024, in the calming chapel of Nickel Lochstampfor Family Funeral Home, Inc in Loysville.  The visitation time will be from 10 AM to 12 noon, with the funeral service beginning at 12 noon.  Pastor Dennis Bailey will officiate.  Interment will follow the funeral service in Landisburg Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, please make a memorial donation in Don’s name to St. Jude Children’s Hospital online at https://www.stjude.org/donate

Arrangements entrusted to Nickel Lochstampfor Family Funeral Home, Inc., located in Loysville, PA.

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