Lawrence E. Kline Jr.

Lawrence E. Kline Jr., (Larry), 87, passed away peacefully March 21, 2023, at Leighton Place, an assisted living facility in Williamsport, after a long struggle with Parkinson’s disease.

He was born Sept. 23, 1935, in Washington D.C., to the late Lawrence E Kline Sr. and Anita Rush Brill. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Lois New, the mother of his four children; as well as a stepfather; a half-brother; and half-sister.

Larry is survived by his wife of 39 years, Michelle Amber; four children; four grandchildren; two sisters; and one brother, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He was born in Washington D.C., where he spent his early childhood, and then moved to Charles Town, W. Va. After spending most of his youth in West Virginia, he eventually moved to northern Virginia, where he lived for more than 60 years. Following a stroke, he and Michelle moved to Leighton Place in 2021.

Larry enlisted in the Army, and learned to make training films. This led to a lifelong career as a cameraman and producer.

He spent 10 years at the Smithsonian Institution in D.C., working in telecommunications. He produced several award-winning documentaries, and filmed many celebrities as they donated memorabilia.

He then worked for a PBS station in Maryland, writing, filming, and producing outdoor shows. In retirement, he was an escort driver for wide load trucks. He loved the freedom of the open road.

Larry loved camping, fishing, canoeing, hiking, and traveling, especially to Europe. He loved to dance, and was named “best dancer” in high school.

He will always be remembered for his wonderful sense of humor that lives on in his children and grandchildren.

Larry gifted his body to scientific research.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Charitable contributions may be made in his name to the Parkinson’s Foundation or the Appalachian Trail Conservancy.