Michael R. Klug
October 22, 1945 ~ October 17, 2007
Michael R. Klug, 61, of Laredo, Texas, formerly of Weirton, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at Doctors Hospital of Laredo. Born October 22, 1945, in Wheeling, WV, he was the son of the late Richard E. and Rozella Schaefer Klug. Michael was also preceded in death by his sister Elaine Coyne.
With 33 years of service, Mike retired from Weirton Steel where he worked as superintendent of the Strip Steel Department. After retiring from Weirton Steel, he started a second career with Newell Rubbermaid serving as plant manager for the following subsidiaries: Mirro Corporation in Manitowac, Wisconsin; Wearever in Nuevo Laredo, Mexico; and BernzOmatic in Medina, New York. He was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, Weirton Knights of Columbus 3734, Jr. Don Football, Madonna High School Boosters and the Weirton Baseball Association.
Mike is survived by his wife of 42 years Eleanor Paidock Klug of Laredo, TX, formerly of Weirton; sons Richard M. Klug, Jr. and wife Jennifer of East Norriton, PA; Robert J. “Bobby” Klug, Sr. and wife Carla of Charleston, SC; sister Linda Curtis of Greenbelt, MD, brother Patrick Klug and wife Rhonda of North Wildwood, NJ; and grandchildren Robert J. Jr., Lauren E., Samantha B. and Isabella A. Klug.
Friends will be received Sunday 1-3 and 6-8 PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton. Funeral Liturgy with Mass will be celebrated 10AM Monday at St. Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Dean Borgmeyer officiating. Interment will be in St. Paul Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Mike’s name to St. Joseph the Worker Church; Madonna High School or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Funeral Home:
Greco Hertnick Funeral Home
3219 Main Street
Weirton, WV
US 26062
Eleanor, Dick, Bobby and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We pray that the precious memories of Mike will comfort you at this difficult time.
Dickie, Bobby, and Families, I am deeply saddened about the loss of your father. Our prayers are with you.
Dear Klug Family, I knew Mike from our days at Mirro/Wearever. I will remember him as a great guy who went out of his way to make impossible things happen. True to his roots he was a guy you could count on. I loved listening to his great stories as much as he liked telling them. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Warmest regards, Larry Fraser
I can not express how disturb I am over the passing of Mike. He was a close and dear friend and without a doubt the most influential manager in my carreer. My heart and that of my wife Cathy cries for Eleanor. She will be in our prayers always. Jim
Worked with Mike at the Rolling Mill in Manitowoc, WI. He was a good man.
Dick and Bobby, I covered you guys in high school and remember your family fondly. Accept my condolences on the passing of your father. Anthony Conchel
THE KLUG FAMILY; SADDENED TO LEARN OF THE RECENT PASSING OF MIKE. WE WERE BOTH SUPERVISORS AT THE COLD MILL DEPARTMENT OF WEIRTON STEEL DURING THE 70’S & 80’S… PLEASE ACCEPT MY CONDOLENCE. DON (RETIRED 1993)
Mrs. Klug, Bobby, and Dickie, My condolences to your family. My prayers are with you.
To the family of Michael R. Klug. On behalf of the Bereavement Ministry of Saint Joseph the Worker Roman Catholic Church, your parish family extends their deepest sympathy to each of you, Michael, in loving memory, will be enrolled in the church’s memorial fund. Many blessings-Bereavement Ministry Saint Joseph the Worker Christian Mothers
DEAR ELEANOR AND FAMILY, I KNEW HIM AS A CLASSMATE, A BUSINESS ASSOCIATE, A REUNION COMMITEE MEMBER AND A FRIEND. HE HAS TOUCHED MANY PEOPLE WITH HIS WARM SMILE AND GREAT PERSONALITY. HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY ALL, WHO HAVE EVER MET HIM. OUR PRAYERS AND SYNPATHY ARE WITH YOU. DENNY & LIN SNYDER
Dear Eleanor & Family: Was so sorry to read about Mike in the paper today. Please know u r all in my thoughts and prayers and have my deepest sympathy.
Dear Eleanor, Bob and Mike, How sad that you have lost your beloved husband and father. He was a kind and gentle man. I prayed for you all this morning at Mass that Our Lord will bless you all with His comfort and peace in the days ahead. Love Josie & Sam and Family
With my sincere sympathy on your loss. Rose Strip Steel Credit Union
Mike was a tremendous boss, friend, and mentor. I will miss him greatly.
Mrs. Klug, Dick, and Bobby, My deepest condolences to you in the loss of Mr. Klug. Lots of fond memories of him and your family while growing up through Grade School and High School.
Hello Klug Family, please accept my sympathy. I worked with Mike as a fellow Plant Mgr at Mirro in the 90’s, and then when he ran the Mexcio facility I was a Sales Mgr for Wearever . My career with Mirro Wearever was from 1981 to 2006 and I had the pleasure to deal with Mike on many occasions. I always knew him to be a “straight shooter”, honest and caring, he always had an interesting story to tell. We got along very well and I will miss him, but, he is in a better place. Again my condolences.
Sorry to hear about your lost will keep you in my prayers. Beverly
Eleanor, Please accept my most heartfelt condolences at your and ultimately, all of our loss. I had the pleasure of working for Mike in Mexico after knowing him for a couple of years in Manitowoc. He was a good man that was sincere, genuine and wore his heart on his sleeve. I will pray for you and him as Mike passes from this life and is comforted in our Lord’s loving embrace. May God’s grace give you strength during this time of pain and loss.
I worked with Mike at Mirro. He was a great man. My wife and I pray God’s Blessing on his family at this difficult time and may Heaven welcome Mike with rejoicing. Ross & Joal Charest
I only worked with Mike for a short period of time in WI & TX but he was a great guy and I will miss him. To his family…please accept my sincerest sympathies on your loss. I will have fond memories of Mr. Michael Klug and the time that I knew him.
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences for your and everyones loss. I had the pleasure of working for Mike in Manitowoc. He was a good person that was sincere, as well as showed a great deal of compassion. He had many kind things to say about people and his family May God give you strength during this time. I am sorry for the loss.