Joseph D. Klein, Veteran U.S. Army, beloved husband of Rose nee Aulfinger: dear father of Richard (Mary) Klein, Ronald (Jean) Klein, Katherine Hudzinski, Robert (Kimberly) Klein, Valerian (Melissa) Bajak and Karen Ann (Carlos) Bajak; loving grandfather of 22, great grandfather of 14; fond brother of John (Marie) Klein; cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday 9:00 am until time of prayers 11:00 am. at the Oehler Funeral Home 2099 Miner St. (Northwest Hwy. / Rt. 14 at Rand Rd) Des Plaines IL; Funeral Mass 11:30 am at St. Emily Church, Mt. Prospect IL. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to St Jude’s Hospital or Mercy Home.