Carol J. Klingel Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Carol J. Klingel, age 84, of Flat Rock, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, February 9, 2021 in the comfort of her home. Born on December 19, 1936 in Monroe, Michigan, she was the daughter of Ellsworth and Irma (Hesch) McLaughlin. On December 1, 1956 she married Ronald Klingel in Christ Lutheran Church, Monroe, MI. She worked at FW Ritter & Sons in the late 50's while her husband was in the Army. Carol was a graduate of Airport HS class of 1954 and Valedictorian that year. She served with the Flat Rock Volunteer Fire Department Ladies' Auxiliary during much of the 1970's. In 1982 she was appointed as a Charter member of the Flat Rock Beautification Commission and served for 25 years. Carol became very involved in genealogy in the late 80's and was granted membership in the DAR as a direct descendent of John McLaughlin. She subsequently founded the DAR's Monguagon Chapter of Southeast Michigan in 1993. She went on to publish historical journals for the McLaughin and Klingel families. She and Ron loved to travel and most trips were geared around genealogy. She was a lifetime member of Flat Rock Historical Society and with her husband Ron played a significant role in the society's efforts in restoring the Smith Hotel in the early 2000's. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, husband and nephew Ronald Abriel. She is survived by her sons, Craig (Kellie) Klingel and Kenneth (Kimberly) Klingel, grandchildren, Alexander Klingel, Mark Klingel and Veronica Klingel. Friends may visit in the Bobcean Funeral Home, Flat Rock Chapel on Friday, February 12, 2021 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Burial will be in Michigan Memorial Park Cemetery, Huron Township, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the D.A.R. Local Chapter: Monguagon Chapter NSDAR. C/o 6310 Winnoa Ave Allen Park MI 48101-2349.

Carol J. Klingel

December 19, 1936 - February 9, 2021