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Michael A. Kline

Michael A. Kline, 71 of LaRue, went to be with his sons, his mom and dad and Jesus on Sunday February 23, 2025 at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. He was born January 25, 1954 in Centralia, Illinois to the late Amos Phillip and Opal May (Prosise) Kline. Michael had the strength of an Ox; however, a fast-growing brain tumor ultimately took his life. The tumor did not win, MIKE DID! He received his ultimate reward. He was a mechanic, having worked at different dealerships in the area including Mathews Ford and Honda in Marion. Michael graduated from Pleasant High School in 1972. He also attended both OSUM and MTC. Michael and Paula were members of the LaRue United Methodist Church. Surviving is his wife, Paula Kay (Imbody) Kline (aka, Bubbles or Doll, as Mike would call her), they were married June 10, 1978 in Marion. He was preceded in death by two sons, Michael Alen Kline II and Phillip Imbody Kline. Also surviving is his sister, Kathy (Andy) Edens of West Virginia and several nieces and nephews and loving extended family and friends. Mike loved his hobby farm, his two cats, Charlie and Socks, two dogs, Eris and Amore, cow, Bri and five sheep will all miss Michael. Paula would like to express her thanks to the OSU Wexner Medical Center and her sister, Sharol Herr for their loving care of Michael. Funeral services will be held Sunday March 2, 2025 at 4:00 pm at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home in LaRue. Pastor Douglas Thompson will officiate. Friends may call two hours prior to the service beginning at 2:00 pm at the funeral home in LaRue. Burial in the Agosta Cemetery will take place at a later date. Memorial gifts may be made to ELCA Good Gifts Animal Project C/O Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, P.O. Box 1809, Merrifield, VA 22116-8009 and/or Golden Retrievers in Need, PO Box 24365 Cleveland, Ohio 23365 Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com Directions to Agosta Cemetery Florist Login

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Condolences       to #1 from: Bob Bosh Denver Colorado Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 3:17 PM I am saddened to here of Mike's death.  He at least is no longer in pain. #2 from: Marke & Denise Lyon Marion Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 3:25 PM So very sorry for your loss Paula. Our thoughts & prayers are with you. #3 from: Mary Lee Marion Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 3:27 PM My thoughts and prayers are with Paula as she traveled this difficult road with Mike. I never heard anyone say anything bad about Mike because he was one of the kindest people I ever met. Rest in peace, my friend, for you have earned it!! #4 from: Karen Fletcher   Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 4:06 PM Paula, so very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. #5 from: Sandy Slone Bentley La Rue Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 4:18 PM Paula,   I have no words that will ease your pain. Just know you are always in my prayers. I’m glad we got to visit Mike in the nursing home. I’m sad we didn’t make it again before he left.   I’m always here if you ever want or need me. I love you both beyond eternity.   Love and prayers. #6 from: Jeanie  & Lauren Park LaRue, Ohio Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 5:05 PM Paula, We have kept Mike and you in our prayers. We will continue to pray for you as you face the days ahead. Mike’s faith was evident in his daily walk. Thus our earthly loss is heavens gain, where every tear will be wiped from his eyes and there is no more pain. (Rev. 21:4) We trust that Mike is greeted in the arms of Jesus, as well as Phillip and Michael. We pray that you sense God’s peace and comfort as you face the days ahead!  We love you. #7 from: Marvin & Sandra Guider Marion Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 5:19 PM Oh Paula, my heart is breaking for you! Mike was such a nice guy and I know he had been through a lot with his health issues. Now he rests in the arms of Jesus and, no doubt, Michael and Phillip were there to greet him! I’m so sorry for your loss.✝️🙏 and I love you so much!💕🦋✝️ #8 from: Brian and Becky Kibler LaRue Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 5:40 PM So very sorry for your loss.  Mike was such a friendly, nice man.  Hugs and prayers. #9 from: Donna Cooley   Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 6:14 PM Paula, I am so very sorry for your loss. I didn't know Mike had been ill. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. #10 from: Dorothy Imbody-Tackett Marion, Ohio Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 6:25 PM Paula, there are no words to describe your heart and faith. The strength you have is beyond most people have. God bless you and your family. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Dorothy Imbody-Tackett #11 from: David Clunk  Lakeland Fl Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 7:20 PM Paula, I’m so sorry for your loss! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My sincere condolences! #12 from: Vicki and Gene Elkins family   Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 7:31 PM Paula , So sorry for your loss . Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers!! #13 from: Carol Howell LaRue, Ohio Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 7:33 PM Paula  so sorry to hear of Mike passing. Bob and I always enjoyed talking with Mike. Always had an uplifting presence about him. May he rejoice seeing his sons. Prayers for you in the days ahead . May God give to peace. #14 from: Steve and Gwyn McKinniss La Rue Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 7:52 PM So very sorry for your loss Paula.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you. #15 from: Mindy ( Cluff)   Arnold   Tue, Feb 25, 2025 at 10:17 PM Thinking of you during this difficult time.   May the memories of Mike bring you comfort. #16 from: Jill and Steve Cooper 589 King Ave.  Marion, Ohio Wed, Feb 26, 2025 at 9:10 AM Paula, Our deepest sympathy for your loss of Michael.  Thoughts and prayers are with you. #17 from: Gloria Boles Lakeview, Ohio Wed, Feb 26, 2025 at 9:23 AM Paula, We are so sorry for your loss. May God wrap His loving arms around you and bring you peace, at this deficult time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Ron & Gloria Prettyman Boles #18 from: Bill & Debbie Rettig 43302 Wed, Feb 26, 2025 at 1:34 PM We're saddened to learn of Mike's passing.  He was such a soft-spoken, kind and gentle guy.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  God bless.   #19 from: Carol Blankenship Tucson, AZ Wed, Feb 26, 2025 at 3:25 PM Dear Paula: we are so sorry to hear about your loss. We know that you were married young like we were and you have a very close relationship. Mike was bigger than life and we enjoyed spending time with him. We always thought he must be a special person to love the animals and take such good care of them. We are thinking of you and praying for you. #20 from: Wendy Crabtree LaRue Wed, Feb 26, 2025 at 9:17 PM Paula, you and Mike have been in my thoughts and prayers. Your strong faith has been such an inspiration to me. May God be with you as you heal.

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