Arley G. Klingensmith

Arley G. (Speck) Klingensmith, 86, of North Las Vegas, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025. She was a resident of Las Vegas for 47 years. She was born on September 4, 1939, in Lincoln Park, Mich. She was raised in Lincoln Park, Mich., and at the age of 10 met her lifetime sweetheart, Richard. They were married on May 9, 1958.

Arley was a proud wife of a Navy and USAF service man, and the family moved frequently. In her travels with the military, Arley worked at Fairchild Semiconductor in Palo Alto, Calif. Diamond Match in Springfield, Mass. She worked retail at many of the Military duty stations. In Las Vegas, Arley worked as an Associate Manager for K-mart; and Gift Shop Manager at the Imperial Palace, and at the Circus Circus Hotel and Casino.

Arley enjoyed cooking and baking, crocheting, crafting, shopping, and spending time with her friends and family. She enjoyed playing bunco. She was adventurous and loved to travel. She never met a stranger.

Arley was passionate about her love of the Lord. She loved telling people about her faith and reminding them of God’s love. Arley was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, and participated in the Altar Guild, Prayer Team, Squeak’s Corner and Feed My Sheep.

Arley was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Richard. She is survived by her daughters, Sherry Klingensmith and Shelly Klingensmith, both of Las Vegas; sons, Richard Klingensmith Jr. of Las Vegas and Brian Lee (Missy Sue) Klingensmith of Arizona; granddaughter, Ashley (Chad) Klingensmith-Bertz of Arizona, and great-grandchildren Abigail and David Lee Bertz; brothers Gary (Bonnie) Speck of Michigan; and Dale (Susan) Speck of Texas; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.