Mary F. Klingman, 73, entered into rest on Thursday, December 15, 2011 in Lathrop. She was born on March 31, 1938 to Claude and Oma Forth. She is preceded in death by her husband Virgil Klingman Sr.

Mary leaves  behind her loving children; David Klingman of Manteca, Norman Klingman and wife Lorna of ID., Virgil Klingman of Lathrop and Lisa Klingman of Lathrop. Mary was blessed with 5 grandchildren; Steven Klingman, James Klingman, Michael Klingman, Jennifer West and Nicholas Klingman as well as one great grandbaby Cole Klingman.  Mary has one surviving sibling Eugene Forth of AZ.

Mary was postal worker, working delivering mail in rural areas. She had the ability to make friends with anyone who crossed her path. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandbabies.   Mary attended all of their sporting events, always cheering them on to victory! Mary had a passion for football as she loved her San Francisco 49ners, but never forgetting her other favorites Boise State and Oregon Ducks. Mary had a true loving and caring soul, always putting others needs before her own. She will be remembered as a loving wife, dedicated mother special grandmother and great-grandmother and good friend, she will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Arrangements for Mrs. Klingman are under the direction of P.L. Fry and Son Funeral Home, 290 North Union Road, Manteca. A graveside service will be held, Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 11 a.m. at Parkview Cemetery, 3661 East French Camp Road, Manteca. For condolences to the family please visit our web site at www.plfryandson.com search obituaries..

Manteca (Calif.) Bulletin
Sunday, December 18, 2011