Carl Kling

Kling, Carl Otsego, MI Passed away Sunday, December 25, 2022 at his home. Carl was born December 25, 1945 in Otsego to Carl and Irma (Rowe) Kling. He was a 1964 Otsego High School graduate. Carl proudly served in his country in the Navy during the Viet Nam War. After serving his country he worked for Gibson Guitar until it closed then he owned and operated Carl's Hair Cellar for 38 years. In his leisure time he enjoyed traveling the US, riding his beloved Gold Wing motorcycle; was a member of golf leagues for many years; enjoyed playing cards and games and loved woodworking. Surviving are his companion of 11 years Shirley Hayse; his sons, Ryan (Kelly Haverstick) Kling of MA and Michael Kling of Sturgis; 2 grandsons, Mitch (Megan) Kling and Kyle Kling; 2 great grandchildren, Alyana & Hunter; his brother, Bruce (Melinda) Kling and niece and nephew Gary and Beth and many extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents and by Lynn Valerie (Wagoner) Kling, his wife of 33 years. Friends may meet with Carl's family on Thursday, January 5, 2023 from 5-8 P.M. at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego. Private burial of ashes will be at Mt. Home Cemetery at a later time. Contributions in memory of Carl may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.