Mark Klesman
Mark Klesman, age 69, passed away suddenly on February 22, 2024. Adored husband of Kathy Webster. Legendary father of Alison and Jennifer Klesman. Dear brother of Norris (Charlotte) Klesman. Fond nephew of Marcia Mark. Caring cousin of Rose Morowitz, Judy (Gary) Galluzzo, Linda (Bill) Hildebrand, and Sheri (Jere) Roche. Proud to be called friend and brother by many. His loyalty, humor, and authenticity were of incalculable worth to those he called friend.
Mark was the founder and leader of Klesman & Company for 36 years and led his business to remarkable success. He was both a friend and mentor to those he worked with. His Office Family was of utmost importance. Trusted and respected for his honesty and fairness, he also had a knack for transforming clients, advisors, and professional colleagues into close and valued friends.
Mark loved cruising, travelling, and especially the friends he made on these voyages. He was an epic entertainer, often performing karaoke under the stage name Ron D.M.C. Legend has it, his rendition of Sweet Caroline put the “rock” in Morocco.
Visitation will be held from 4 P.M. to 8 P.M. Monday, February 26th, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside, where a Funeral Service will be held at 11 A.M. Tuesday, February 27th. Interment to follow at Bronswood Cemetery in Oak Brook. We will then gather to informally celebrate Mark’s life with a toast at Eddie Merlot’s, 201 Bridewell Drive, Burr Ridge, starting at 2:30 – 5:30 P.M. Please feel free to dress in your happy hour attire. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Advocate Children’s Hospital, Mothers Trust Foundation, National Hellenic Museum, or a charity of your choice.
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This is a very sad day, indeed!
Mark and I started our businesses the same year. His Mom was my client and she told me how proud she was of him and that I should hire him if I wanted the best accountant:) I did immediately. He was our trusted tax advisor for 36 years:)
He was kind, patient, knowledgeable, and a true friend.
He will be sorely missed:(
Nancy Coutu
Monimgr@nancycoutu.com
630-235-3111
Dear Kathy, Alison, Jennifer and family,
I am so sorry and shocked to learn of Mark’s passing. Please accept my sincere and deepest sympathy.
There are special people in this world that just knowing they are here is a comfort and reassuring. Mark was one of these people.
His presence will be missed so very much. He was a positive influence in our lives. My son, Jerry felt especially close to him..
May Mark’s love and care continue to guide and protect you.
Sincerely,
Sonja Dauparas
Mark I’m going to miss our breakfast our time talking our friendship for over 30 + years I always said you were the smartest men I new you knew mire about law then lawyers I know maybe God will hire you
Kathy and family,
I am so saddened to hear of Mark’s passing. We became friends on the peer review circuit many years ago and always had a great time at the conferences. Yes, I have even witnessed Ron DMC in action. He was a GREAT guy, but he was also one hell of an accountant. His knowledge, expertise and time given to the peer review community will never be forgotten. He performed our firm’s last peer review, and I had the honor of being a part of the his now-last peer review RAB meeting on Feb 2nd. He had a fake background on his Zoom of him lounging in, well, a lounge. It will be my lasting impression of him and it makes me smile. Truly my best to you all as you go through this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Steve Grohne
Decatur, IL
I worked with Mark on some peer review engagements. Mark had excellent technical skills and was a pleasure to be around. We hit a few bars in New Orleans at the Peer Review Conference in 2015 Sorry to hear Mark passed Condolences to his family. RIP Mark!
This is such a sad thing. I’ve know Mark for over 20 years and his advice and mentorship meant the world to me. Rest in peace my friend.
William
Condolence and prayers to the family. Inworked with Mark on a peer review committee and learned from his inputs. He indeed lived up to his name and made a mark in us and in the profession. Praying for comfort and strength to his loved ones.
Kathy, Elissa and I will miss Mark. He was not only my accountant but a trusted friend for nearly 40 years. Our condolences you, Allison and the family.
I was lucky to hire Mark when he moved back to Chicago. He was incredibly helpful to our firm. His technical skills got us to a higher level. I am thankful for having him as a colleague. Because of Mark we were a better firm.
Sorry for your loss.
Jim Tapscott
I started my business in 1993 and Mark has been with me since day one. We’ve been friends the entire time. Nobody I trusted more. We talked about everything, business, life and health. Ill miss those conversations and youre sense of humor. Rest easy Mark.
My name is Marcy Kleeman. Right away Mark pointed out the similarities in our names. He knew how to connect in a fun and positive way.
I knew him through our Peer Reviews. I’d call with an issue and he’d take my fears away and give me direction.
He will be missed. Godspeed
I am very sorry to hear this news. Mark did some audit work for our organization and was a great help to us! Especially patiently leading me through the gathering of data that was needed.
My deepest condolences to his family and friends. My thoughts are with you.
I’m very sorry to hear of the passing of Mark. He was highly intelligent and very personable and professional. I wish I could have been half as good as Mark was in his profession.
My condolences to his wife and children.
Thank you so much for sharing your memories of Mark!