Dr. Gregory J. Klinker, 50, of Central Lake, Mich., died Tuesday, July 7, 2009, at his home.

Born Nov. 1, 1958, in Lafayette, Ind., he was the son of Gerald and Nancy (Coilbert) Klinker.

Dr. Klinker graduated in 1977 from Carroll High School in Flora. He went to Indiana University School of Dentistry and obtained his dentistry license. He has practiced in northern Michigan for the last 15 years, most recently with his own business in East Jordan.

Dr. Klinker enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and riding his motorcycle.

He is survived by his mother; his sister and brothers, Colleen, Andy, Chris, Matt, and Jerry; and several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many, many friends.

His father preceded him in death.

The family received friends on July 10 at the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes in Central Lake, and on July 13 at Gundrum Funeral Home in Logansport. Interment was in Mount Hope Cemetery, Logansport.

Memorial donations may be directed to the Alzheimer's Association.

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May the Lord bless and keep you. May he show His face to you and have mercy on you. May he turn His face to you and give you peace.