Kline A. Price Jr., M.D.

Kline A. Price, Jr., MD

May 4, 1936 – May 18, 2026

Kline A. Price, Jr., MD, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026, at his home in San Diego, California, with his beloved wife, Bebe Roberta Drew, of 64 years by his side.

Kline lived a life defined by service, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to both his profession and his family. He graduated from Howard University’s Mechanical Engineering and Medical Schools before becoming the first Black OB-GYN Resident at Georgetown University Medical Center.

As the first Black OB-GYN in Howard County and former President of the Medical Staff at Howard County General Hospital, Kline’s leadership, clinical excellence, and dedication to patient care left a lasting and meaningful impact on colleagues, patients, and the broader healthcare community.

Kline proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Air Force. His life reflected intellectual curiosity and a wide range of interests. He was trained as a Mechanical Engineer, a licensed pilot, and a PADI-certified scuba diver. He maintained a deep appreciation for Civil War history and enjoyed activities such as archery and cruising up and down the Severn River and the Chesapeake Bay on the Droopy II. Road travel brought him extreme joy, especially time spent in his motorhome, affectionately known as The Jolly Green Giant. He was also known for his collection of hats, t-shirts with names of colleges his children and grandchildren attended.

Above all, Kline was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle. His marriage to Bebe reflected enduring love, partnership, and mutual respect. He is survived by his four children: Kelly (Ron), Kline (Sandra), Kendall (Michelle), and Kathryn (Joseph). He also leaves behind ten grandchildren: Rachael (Luke), Nathaniel, Hawley, Frances, Lenore, Augustus, Josephine, Evelyn, Charles, and Zora. Kline is also survived by his brother, Hugh (Marilyn); sisters-in-law Charlene (DeMaurice) and Sylvia; nieces and nephews: Ernie, Traer, Janeen, Lauren, Leslie, and Drew.

Kline will be remembered for his steady presence, intellectual depth, and dedication to family and service. The legacy he leaves endures through the lives he shaped and the example he set.

A Committal Ceremony will take place at Miramar National Cemetery in San Diego, California, on Thursday, June 25, 2026, 1PM, where his life and service will be honored with dignity.

His memory will remain a source of strength, pride, and inspiration to all who knew him.

Assembly of funeral procession

Pacific Beach – La Jolla Chapel 4710 Cass St, San Diego, CA 92109 (11:30AM)

Commitment Ceremony

Miramar National Cemetery 5795 Nobel Drive San Diego, CA 92122 (1PM)

Celebration of Life

Pacific Beach – La Jolla Chapel 4710 Cass St, San Diego, CA 92109 (2:30PM)

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