Ronald Eugene Klinger, of Flippin, Arkansas, died January 6, 2022 at Baxter Regional Medical Center in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He born January 17, 1953 in Callender, Iowa, to Donald and Lydia Hurtt Klinger.

He was an avid fisherman, including his love for fly fishing on the White River and a hunter. He loved the outdoors and tinkering on anything he could get his hands on. He had a passion for mechanics and rebuilding cars and motorcycles. He was a jack of all trades. He was an amazing upholsterer. He will be remembered for his sense of humor and his loyalty to his friends.

Survivors include his sisters, Linda Fawcett of Lakeview, AR, and Kristy (Larry) Janeway; children, Rebecca Klinger of Flippin, AR, Bobby (Holly) Klinger of Fort Dodge, IA, Brenda (Alan) Klinger of Flippin, AR, Ashley (Stephan) Eslick of Fort Dodge, IA, Casie (Randy) Harris of Wilmington, NC, Brady (Sami) Klinger of Mountain Home, AR, Sonia Gross of Fort Dodge, IA; and dogs, Butch and Buddy. He was blessed with 20 Grandchildren, Bobby Jr., Angelina, Jason, Tylar, Jackson, Keagon, Jordan, Terrill, Payten, Athena, Matthew, Madisan, LaShay, LaTyhia, Preston, Jeremiah, Aryah, Iris, Ryanna, and Kye, and 11 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Robert, Richard, and Randy; and sisters, Carol and Donna.

A memorial service for him was 10:00 am, Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Kirby & Family Funeral Home Chapel, with Craig Fawcett ministering. Due to current restrictions, masks were required.

Arrangements were by Kirby and Family Funeral and Cremation Services – Mountain Home, Arkansas. Visit an online obituary and guestbook at www. kirbyandfamily.com.