Richard "Rick" Klein

Richard “Rick” Klein, 49, of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at home. A lifetime resident of The Valley area and Baldwinsville, he was born Saturday, September 2, 1961. He was a graduate of Corcoran High School. Rick was employed with VP Supply Corp. and formerly worked for Case Supply, Inc., for over 20 years. He was a fan of SU sports and the Miami Dolphins. Known for his sense of humor, Rick enjoyed spending time with family and friends, having barbeques, playing pool and sharing happy memories with his buddies in his man cave. Rick was predeceased by his mother, Helen Lanieu in 2006; and his beloved dog, Snickers. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of the staff at Hematology-Oncology Assn. of CNY, our “families” at VP Supply and Michaels Arts and Crafts and also to Hospice of CNY, for their extraordinary care and compassion. Surviving are his wife of 22 years, the former Cheryl Curnalia; daughter, Jennifer of Baldwinsville; sisters and brothers-in-law, Kathy and Steve Bunker of Cato, Linda Van Wormer of Mexico, Karen and Jerry Walker of Fulton, and Jacqui and Adam Paikin of Cicero; brother, Robert of Fulton; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends may call Saturday, April 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Buranich Funeral Home, 5431 W. Genesee St., Camillus. Services will follow at 1 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Gregory LeStrange officiating. Burial will be private. Contributions may be made in Rick’s memory to Hospice of CNY, 990 Seventh North St., Liverpool, NY 13088.