Klaus was born in Oldenberg, Germany on October 14, 1945. He passed away peacefully in Victoria, BC on November 4, 2021. He will be missed by his children; Michael and his children Ivy, Charlie and Orson; David (Danielle) and their daughter, Ruby; Tammy and her daughter, Pippa; Sister, Beverly (Dr. Gordon Hoag); Brother, Brian (Jean), nephew, nieces and friends. He will be truly missed.
A Funeral Service was held in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC on Monday, November 8, 2021 at 2:00pm. Click the image below to watch a recording of the service.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
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Nice memories of Klaus & Francine and Michael, Tammy & David during my first year in the ministry. Their home was a refuge and Klaus was always positive and encouraging. With appreciation, Merlin
So sorry to hear but it sounds like it was also a blessing for him – we love our wedding photos to this day – both of you made them awesome….Al loved both of you (as you know)……
Our first memories of Klaus were when we met with him and his mother at Joe Burns Sr. in the mid sixties. Our paths crossed many, many times since then. Our last visit with Klaus was at Duncan Convention in 2019. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Doug and Alice MacDonald
We were saddened to hear of Klaus’ passing. I grew up with Klaus and his family and mine shared many good times as well as difficult times. I have many memories of him when we were growing up, in high school and later in Saskatoon. He was so much fun and there were always a lot of girls around him.
Though I had little contact with him, other than high school reunions, after he left Moose Jaw, he always had a spot in my heart.
My condolences to you, Brian, and his children. I know he will be missed very much.
He is probably taking pictures in Heaven, and will be just as good a salesman there as he was here. RIP
My sincere condolences to Klaus’s family, Brian & Bev. Klaus was a childhood friend. My sister & I played with him. We would tease him that he wouldn’t speak English so we had no choice but learn German from him! Lots of teasing and fun. So proud to have known such a talented photographer and artist, and regrettably he has been taken much too early!
Our home is filled with much of his work…..May he Rest in Peace! Will attempt to reach Brian in MJ . D
Very sorry to read of this sad news. We have many memorable photos that Klaus took of our family at his Moose Jaw studio. My favourite photo is of my sister Carla when she graduated from Crane Valley High School in the spring of 1978. Sadly, she passed away soon after. Klaus also took our wedding photos in Crescent Park on Aug. 6, 1983. Fortunately, we also had shots taken at the air conditioned studio that day, as it was 43 degrees Celsius! Klaus had a gift for making all of his patrons feel at ease when the camera was pointed at them. He leaves a legacy of cherished memories for many people.
Klaus is a great man and very dear friend. He and Orin Grovum are my first friends in Canada 51 years ago. He always made me laugh. I am glad I got to see him few years ago when he visited me and my wife in South Carolina. I will miss him a lot, also all his friends and family. May you rest in peace dear friend.
The journey is over for Klaus. He has gone home. No more tears and sorrow. Will be thinking of you all together on the 8th.
Our dear friend, Klaus, has finished the race!
We first met Klaus in 1977 when we all lived in Moose Jaw. With time & changes we moved to Victoria and visited often with our friend, Klaus. Our last visit with Klaus was in Jan ‘20. At that time after hearing we were once again in Moose Jaw he told us he wanted to come back to Moose Jaw with us.
He always shared thoughts that meant the most and had a real sparkle in a visit!
We know each of us will miss this true friend & especially the family!!
Our thoughts are with you all!!
Love,
Dan & Marsha McCormick