Klair, Marvin Woodward: Wilmington, 2/14/2007

Marvin Woodward Klair, Age 94, of Wilmington, DE, died on Wednesday, February 14, 2007, in Manor Care Pike Creek.

 

Mr. Klair purchased 86 acres of land on Limestone Road in 1935 and began a dairy farm that he owned and operated until 1958. He was a member and club leader of the 4-H Club for 25 years. He was a restorer of antique cars and a 50 year Charter member of the Brandywine Antique car club, also a 50 year member of the Antique Car Club of America, and he sponsored Klair's Gas Engine Show. He was an original 50 year member of Limestone Presbyterian Church and a member of the Harmony Grange for 70 years.

 

He was preceded in death by his wife, Olive Winifred Klair; his parents, Adaline and Irvin G. Klair; and his brother, Ralph Klair. He is survived by his son, Irvin G. Klair, II, of Wilmington, DE; his grandson, Bryan Klair, of Wilmington, DE; his great-grandsons, Ryan Klair and Nathan Klair, of Wilmington, DE.

 

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Limestone Presbyterian Church, 3201 Limstone Rd., Pike Creek, on Tuesday evening, February 27, at 7 pm, where friends may call after 6 pm. Burial will be private.

 

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity.

 

Arrangements by DOHERTY FUNERAL HOMES