Edwin W. Klein, Jr., on December 23, 2021, of Los Angeles and New York City. Age 64. Beloved son of the late Edwin Sr. and Frances. Dear brother of Patricia Klein (Valerie), Peter McMonagle (Kevin), Paul Klein (Maria), and the late Philip Klein. Loving uncle of Richard Klein and John Michael Klein. Also survived by his dear Aunt Kathleen Hoguet (late Lou) and many other loving family members and friends.
Edwin had a passion for the arts since a young age. Even as a child, he wrote plays and recruited his brothers, sister and friends to be his actors. He relocated to New York to pursue a career in acting and writing. During his time in New York, he wrote numerous scripts and off-Broadway plays. Edwin loved New York and always considered it his home. He spent much of his spare time enjoying both Broadway and Off-Broadway plays with his amazing network of friends who so loved and cared for him.
Edwin moved to Los Angeles to expand his writing opportunities which is where he resided last.
Edwin is a member of the Writer's Guild of America and was self-employed as a writer. He wrote for Daytime Television Shows such as "Days of our Lives" and the Emmy Award Winning "Young and the Restless". One of Edwin's most memorable moments was in 2015 when he had the opportunity to join the cast of the "Young and the Restless" on stage as they accepted an Emmy Award.
There will be a visitation 10am to 12noon on Wednesday January 5, 2022 at GARDNER FUNERAL HOME, RUNNEMEDE.
Memorial Service 12 noon at the funeral home.
Interment private at the request of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Edwin's name to Los Angeles LGBT Center. https://lalgbtcenter.org.
Please use this link to view a live stream of the Memorial Service:
https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/3200592940
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With loving memories of Ed Klein Jr., we send out heartfelt condolences. 5 trees were planted in memory of Edwin W. Klein, Jr.
Melanie, Sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences, Blessings & Prayers for you & your family ❤️🙏🏼❤️God heal & comfort during this times of sorrow❤️🙏🏼❤️
With loving memories of Ed, he was a kind, funny soul who is deeply missed. Love to his family.
Memorial Tree was purchased for the family of Edwin W. Klein, Jr. by Sarah.
I knew Ed when we were young and crazy kids having just moved NYC. I didn't realize how talented he was until he invited me to his one-man show off Broadway. While I was on the floor laughing at his satirical and hilarious recounting of everyday NYC life, I was even happier to hang-out, play monopoly and run around exploring Manhattan with him. RIP Ed. xxoo Karen
Today January 5 is National Screenwriters Day! How appropriate for Ed!
Ed’s adorable last LA apartment
Ed’s adorable last LA apartment
Parents Ed and Fran Klein with Uncle Tom and Aunt Peggy at Ocean City, NJ
Christmas ca. 1960s at Aunt Peggy's with Eddie lower right raising hand for dessert!
Ed’s Aunt Peggy and father Edwin Sr.
So many happy memories with my beloved cousin Eddie. Summer weeks shared in our Nanny “Cuckoo”s apartment in Olney with a trip to see the Diving Horse at Atlantic City and nightly ice cream from the corner store. Our railroad trip cross country, full of surprises! Birthday calls, visits to his adorable LA apartments. He was godfather to our daughter Melanie. We all loved Eddie and he will be in our ❤️ Always. Linda McGarvey Mead
Eddie with cousins Sally, Linda and husband Steve on a fun holiday visit
Ed & Lisa, my sister, were the best of friends since high school. He was always at our house. The last time that I saw him was Christmas Eve 2019 and I was looking forward to having him back in our home again this Christmas Eve. He was family and I loved him and I am heartbroken. My deepest condolences to his family and all who knew and loved Ed.
W/Aunt Peggy
Cousin Sally, Eddie, & Goddaughter Melanie ♥️
How I'll remember Ed. Singing showtunes at Marie's Crisis.
In loving memory of my dear friend, Ed. I will forever miss him and love him. My deepest condolences to his family. My heart goes out to you.
Anything for You was purchased for the family of Edwin W. Klein, Jr. by Beth Milstein. 
A tree was also planted in memory of Edwin W. Klein, Jr.
My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with Ed's family, friends, and with my cousin Lisa who loved him so much.
I hope Ed knew just how much he was loved by our entire family. You surely will be missed my friend💞✨💫
I am so very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. He was one of my classmates since 1st grade in STS. I so enjoyed reading his posts on FB and feeling his passion for stage & screen. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. God bless and rest in peace, Ed.
Ed was a kindred spirit and a dear, dear friend. I'm heartbroken over this loss. We shared so many interests -- old movies being one of the best -- I honestly didn't think anyone knew more than I did about them until I met Ed. I will miss him and am grateful to have known him.
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