George "Buddy" Edward Kluppel II

Buddy was born in June of 1942, in Houston, Texas, to George and Mary Belle Campbell Kluppel. As a native Houstonian, he graduated from Lamar High School and went on to graduate with a degree in Business Administration from the University of Houston, where he met his future wife, Sharon.

Buddy and Sharon built an incredible life together, surrounded by family and friends. Starting at the age of 16 as he swept the shop floor, he led a successful career at Hudson Products Corporation for over 45 years, where he was named on multiple United States patents. As he worked his way up through the company, he was ultimately named Vice-President of Human Resources and Administration. Buddy was always pursuing new hobbies, quenching his never-ending curiosity and drive for learning. From wine making and cooking to building an observatory in the Texas Hill Country, his mind was always seeking the next opportunity for exploration.

Following his retirement, Buddy continued to consult for Hudson Products for several years. He also satisfied his never-ending curiosity through his commitment to public service as he served for over 20 years as a director on the Pecan Grove Municipal Utility District Board.

Preceding Buddy in death are his parents, George Kluppel and Mary Belle Campbell Kluppel, and brother, Fred Kluppel.

Buddy is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sharon; sister Nancy Simmons (Don); sister-in-law Marga Kluppel; son Mark Kluppel (Ann); grandchildren Jennifer Handshoe (Erik) and Paul Kluppel (Stephanie); and great-grandchild Liam Kluppel.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home, located at 12800 Westheimer Road, Houston, TX 77077, on December 23, 2025, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am.