John G. Kleitz Jr., Eagles, Phillies fan

John G. Kleitz Jr. passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 17, 2018, in McDonough, Ga. He was born in Wilmington March 19, 1954.

John graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1972. In 1973, he married his soulmate, Sharyn. John made his living and career in the hotel/hospitality management industry for over 40 years in Delaware, Ohio and Maryland. After several moves, the family settled in Lewes in 1985.

John worked and served the communities of Lewes and Rehoboth Beach for over 30 years. He sat on the Rehoboth Chamber of Commerce and worked hand-in-hand with the Rehoboth YMCA for many years. John, also known to many as "Poppop," was a diehard fan of the Super Bowl Champions Philadelphia Eagles and World Series Champions Philadelphia Phillies. He had a love for speed and enjoyed driving his Mustangs. John was a devoted husband, wonderful father and extraordinary grandfather. John was loved by many and will be sorely missed.

John was preceded in death by his parents, John G. Kleitz Sr. and Lois A. Kleitz (Duggan), and his devoted wife of 32 years, Sharyn L. Kleitz (Gibbons). John is survived by his daughter, Kathryn K. Smith of McDonough; grandson John J. Kleitz of McDonough; aunt, Barbara Yeatman of Kennett Square, Pa.; two brothers, William Kleitz and wife Diane, and David Kleitz and wife Donna of Wilmington; mother-in-law, Kathryn Seibert of Elkton, Md.; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Viewing will be held from 12 to 2 p.m., Sunday, July 22, at Parsell Funeral Homes, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, followed by a graveside service performed by his cousin, Steve Yeatman, at Bethel Methodist Cemetery, Lewes.

In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to Sacred Journey Hospice, 138 Peach Drive, McDonough, GA 30253.

Please visit John's Life Memorial webpage and sign his online guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.