Harry Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder, Harry W.

Saginaw Twp., Michigan

Our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle and dear friend passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 15, 2026. He was 95 years old. Harry William Kleinfelder was born on October 19, 1930 in Saginaw, Michigan to Henry and Anna (Haar) Kleinfelder. He graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1948. Harry met the love of his life, Joyce M. Detloff, at Brockway Roller Rink, and they were married on February 3, 1951. After their marriage, Harry was drafted and proudly served with the United States Army in Anchorage, Alaska during the Korean War. After his service with the Army, Joyce and Harry returned to Saginaw in 1953. Harry owned and operated Suzie’s Grill in Saginaw for many years. He then worked for King Coffee, Superior Coffee and retired from Sara Lee having served the company as District Manager. Throughout his life, Harry enjoyed traveling with his family and spending winters at his condo in Florida.

Harry was very faithful, worshipping at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Trinity Lutheran Church and Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. He loved to spend time with his family, golfing, vacationing and being surrounded by those that he loved.

Harry is survived by his daughter and son-in-law: Susan and Peter Peer; grandson, Tyler Peer; sister and brother-in-law, Carol (Bob) George; many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

Harry was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joyce Kleinfelder, who together they shared 74 wonderful years of marriage; infant son, Randy Kleinfelder; siblings: Bill (MaryEm) Kleinfelder, James (Sharon) Kleinfelder, Judy (Don) Fisk and Esther (Martin) Buckler.

Family and friends will gather at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 5335 Brockway Rd., Saginaw, MI 48638 on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Deacon Jeff Rauschert will officiate. Military honors under the auspices of the United States Army will be presented at church following the funeral service. Private entombment will be at Oakwood Mausoleum.

In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a donation to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd., Saginaw, MI 48603. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the church or through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com