Gilbert A. Klein, 68, of Red Hook

Gilbert A. Klein, 68, of Red Hook, N.Y., passed away with his family by his side, following a long and courageous battle with cancer, on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019, at HealthAlliance Hospital’s Broadway Campus in Kingston, N.Y.

Born on Jan. 5, 1951, in Yonkers, N.Y., he was the son of the late Daniel and Sylvia Evelyn (Dumbrov) Klein.

Gil was the owner and operator of J.B. Peel Inc., based in Red Hook, N.Y., and known throughout the world as a fine coffee purveyor and roaster. Known for his great love of music and extraordinary record collection, Gil also worked as a DJ for many years throughout the San Francisco area.

He is survived by a daughter, Raina LeBron of Poughkeepsie, N.Y.; his son, Austin Klein of Rhinebeck, N.Y.; a brother, Howard Klein of Woodland Park, N.J.; his grandchildren, Conner and Jaxson LeBron; his nieces, Dara Kornblatt of Haworth, N.J., and Jodi Munzer of River Vale, N.J.; along with extended family and friends. His ex-wife, best friend of 48 years, and dedicated caregiver, Patricia Klein, also survives Gil.

In addition to his parents, his sister-in-law, Susan Klein, predeceased him.

As per Gil’s wishes, his funeral services and interment will be private.

Memorial donations may be made in Gilbert’s memory to the Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, at The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, P.O. Box 1912, East Greenwich, R.I. 02818.

Arrangements are under the direction of Burnett & White Funeral Homes, 7461 S. Broadway, Red Hook, N.Y.

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