Terry L Klein, Sr. of Sidney gained his angel wings Wednesday, August 24 after a tragic course of events claimed his life.
Terry was born November 20, 1952 to Leonard and Nelda (Heil) Klein in Sidney, MT. He attended school in Fairview before moving to Chinook where he graduated. After graduation, he worked at the Cenex in Chinook as a tire man before returning to the Sidney/Fairview area. Upon his return he met the love of his life Victoria Norlin. Terry and Vickie were married in October of 1971. He worked for LYIP until he purchased a spray coop. Together they ran their own spraying service for 6 years. He then went to work for Transystems where he spent the next ten years. He also, worked at Oakland construction for 4 years before obtaining his position with Franz Construction. He was currently still employed with Franz as a heavy equipment operator.
Terry and Vickie were blessed with 44 years of marriage and of this union they had four children. Tragedy struck them with the loss of their third child from brain aneurysm at the age of six months. They still managed to provide the best life possible for their other children.
Terry was dedicated to his family and enjoyed nothing more than watching his grandkids participate in sporting events. He and his brother started a much loved family tradition when they began running in demolition derbies with great success. Even after he could no longer run cars himself, he enjoyed cheering for his sons, grandsons, and nephews. One of his greatest joys for the past few years was getting to announce at the Sidney Jaycees Demolition Derby with the one and only Maverick.
He also enjoyed having coffee with his friends and co-workers on the weekends. He enjoyed laughing, telling jokes, and giving advice whether you wanted it or not.
Terry is survived by: his wife, Vickie Klein, Sidney, MT; children, Jason (Julie) Klein of Fairview, Tami (Scott) Roth of Sidney, and Terry Klein Jr of Billings; grandchildren, Tyler Knels, Sean Knels, Chris Knels, Harleigh (Chase) Roth, Sara Klein, Dace Fisher, Mercedes Klein, Jason Klein Jr, Shaylyne Fisher, Porsche Klein, Dominick Klein, and Jazmyne Klein; great-grandchildren, Isabella Klein, Ashlynne Stafford, and Colt Manley.
He is preceded in death by: his parents Leonard and Nelda Klein, infant son James Brandon Klein, and his brother Dennis Klein.