Matthew D. Kleiber Obituary (1963

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Matthew David Kleiber. Matt was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 21, 1963 to Louis and Mildred Kleiber. He was raised in Matawan, New Jersey and attended Matawan High School where he formed many lifelong friendships. After graduating he joined the United States Air Force and he proudly served for six years, during which he was trained in Diagnostic Imaging. This became his life-long career. After returning home from the service Matt settled in St. Marys County Maryland where he started his family. Matthew is survived by his two children daughter Kathleen Pearre (Alexander) and son Donald Jordan Kleiber. Matt cherished every moment with his grandson Graham Davis Pearre. Matthew is also survived by two siblings Kurt Kleiber and Kristen Kleiber Pfeifer. Matthew was known as Uncle Matt to many nieces and nephews. Matt will be sorely missed by many extended family members, colleagues and friends.Matt will be remembered for his warm smile, charismatic personality, laid back demeanor and loving and caring ways. Matt had a real sense of adventure which began in his childhood; He loved to share memories of camping with his family and times spent at the Jersey shore. This sense of adventure continued in adulthood as he traveled throughout Europe, parts of Asia and the USA. He enjoyed sharing his stories of travel and famously brought souvenirs for family members. Matt loved and had a great deal of knowledge about cars. He particularly enjoyed the show TopGear and its hosts. Matt loved music and art. He would take photographs from his travels and turn them into beautiful works of art. He was very talented. Matt loved all kinds of music but he was most passionate about jam bands and attended many concerts dancing the night away! Services will be private. Memorial donations in his memory can be made to Grounds for Sculpture, one of his favorite places to visit. https://www.groundsforsculpture.org/join-support/donate/"Nothing left to do but smile, smile, smile" - Robert Hunter c/o The Grateful Dead Cemetery Burial will be private PAUS Funeral Home Murphy Ruffenach Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home 2239 S 3rd St Philadelphia PA - 19148 US 215-334-1578