Thomas Stephen Klein

Mr. Thomas Stephen Klein, “TSK”, age 58, passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, August 14, 2012. Son of the late John S. and Orvetta (Becker) Klein. Tom was raised in Utica and educated in local schools. On November 13, 1992 he married the former Teresa M. Nicotera. For nearly 20 years, the couple enjoyed an inseparable relationship which was enhanced by the blessing of their cherished son. When Tom resided in Utica he had been employed by the Oneida County Sheriff’s Department. Many would remember him for the positions he held with loss prevention companies for local businesses. In 2009, the couple returned to Las Vegas after a period of time spent in their native town of Utica. The highlight of his career was with his present position at the Suncoast Casino where he was the Surveillance Manager; a promotion he recently received. Foremost in his life was the love he held for his wife, the adoration he felt in his heart for his son, and providing for his family with the utmost regard. He's known for his fun loving, outgoing and witty personality. Tom enjoyed the game of golf, was a die hard Buffalo Bills follower and a loyal NY Yankees fan. Tom is survived by his wife Teresa; and his devilishly handsome son and best buddy, Thomas. His memory will be carried on by his brothers, sisters, and their spouses, Roger and Elaine Klein of Utica, Neal and Rose Klein of CA, Gary A. Klein of Utica, Rosetta Reichle of CT, Kenny and Katherine Klein of Clinton, Kathy and Ronald Ford of Whitesboro; sister-in-law, Karen Klein of OH; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Joseph and Cynthia Nicotera of Utica; his brother-in-law, Joseph Nicotera; special aunts and an uncle, Shirley Maltese, Fred and Pauline Nicotera and Charlene Willard; several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister-in-law, Ronald Klein, and Robert and Jean Klein; sister and brother-in-law, Cheryl and Jim McElhinney; and his in-laws, Ronald Reichle, and Maryann Klein; and his nephew, Staff Sgt. US Army Shawn Klein. For those wishing to remember Tom, memorial contributions may be considered to establish an education fund for his son by remitting to his wife Teresa Klein c/o 6 Parkside Court, Utica, NY 13501. A future memorial service will be held at a date and time to be announced. Tom felt that “he touched many and was fondled by few”.