ASU remembers

   

James Joseph Klosterman

Officer, Department of Public Safety

   

  

James Klosterman

  

September 2, 2020

James Joseph Klosterman, 88, passed away on September 2, 2020. As a young man, he joined the Merchant Marines. He worked for Bendix and Goodyear Aerospace before fulfilling his dream of becoming a peace officer. He was a reserve officer for the Tempe Police Department before serving for ASU Department of Public Safety until he retired. James was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley June (Senft) Klosterman, a son, a granddaughter and stepson. He is survived by nine children, 23 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, a brother and a sister. Due to current restrictions on gatherings, no in-person services are currently scheduled. A mass will be held in his name by Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic church on October 28th at 6:30 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your local Boys and Girls Club or the charity of your choice in honor of James J. Klosterman. (Source: ASU Foundation)