Frederick Klies

Harwinton – Frederick W. Klies, 55, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2014 at New Milford Hospital, due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident June 28, 2007.

Mr. Klies was born on May 19, 1958 in Waterbury, a son of the late Herman and Eva (Bernick) Klies. He was the owner and operator of Eastern Cycle Performance of Waterbury and a member of The Martial Arts Hall of Fame.

Frederick is survived by his two sons, Frederick Jr. and Eric Klies, and their mother, Joan Buonocore. He is also survived by his sisters, Edinna Klies Cross and her husband Ralph, Jacqueline Klies, and Heidi Klies, and his four nephews, Ralph H. Cross, James R. Cross, Jason Goldberg, and Chris Goldberg as well as his great nephews, Aaron Goldberg and Sean Welch.

Frederick’s family would like to thank Barbie Howland Morton and Barbara Cole, his wonderful healthcare providers, and the staff at New Milford Hospital and Hospice, for their outstanding care and support.

The funeral service for Mr. Klies will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2014, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Anthony's Church, 4 Union City Rd, Prospect. Family and friends are asked to meet directly at the church. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours and The Buckmiller Brothers Funeral Home, 26 Waterbury Rd, Rte. 69, Prospect, is in charge of his arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospital for Special Care, TBI Unit, Dr. Stanwood, 2150 Corbin Ave. New Britain, Ct. 06053, or, Kent Specialty Care – Flanders, 46 Maple St. Kent, Ct. 06757.