David P. Klier

David P. Klier Sr. passed peacefully on Thursday, November 12, 2026, while being cared for by the loving staff at WCC Nursing Facility, with his daughter, Lisa, and son-in-law, Gary Bender, by his side.

David was born in Buffalo, NY, on July 20, 1938, to Harry G. and Marguerite F. (Wilcocks) Klier. David's love of automobiles and fire trucks began when he was a young boy and continued throughout most of his life. As a young man, he became co-owner of two service stations, where he specialized in auto body repair. He later went on to build and paint fire trucks for Young's Fire Equipment in Lancaster, NY. His entrepreneurial spirit eventually led him to own and operate used car dealerships in Attica, Varysburg, and Wyoming.

Even after retirement, David's passion for automobiles never faded. He kept himself busy detailing vehicles for several area dealerships.

David was also known for his colorful personality and many comical sayings, or as he might have called them, his idioms. One of his favorites was, "You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear."

David was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Donald, Douglas, and Daniel, and sister Diane. He leaves behind four children, eleven grandchildren, and twelve great-grandchildren. It is especially important to recognize David's dear friends, Mick LoVerde and Beth Russell, who played a meaningful role in leading him to accept Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. Through their friendship and guidance, David found his faith and prepared for his eternal home with our Lord Jesus Christ. Because David’s wish was to donate his body to the University of Rochester, a mass and celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are being completed by Robinson and Hackemer Funeral Home, Warsaw.