Hilary H. Klinicke

Sorry to read of Hilary’s passing. Sincere condolences to all his family from Cliff and Cheryl Hartl family.

I am sure Hilary is smiling again, at the side of his beloved Mary. We got to know both of them well thru the Grand Forks Store. He and Sandy (my husband) had a mutual love of motorcycles and Hilary and I shared a love of US History. We had many pleasant and wonderful visits with the both of them over the years. We have certainly missed seeing him since he closed the store and moved to Fargo. Our sincerest and deepest condolences to Hilary’s family. It is so painful to lose the “good ones”. You will be in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.

We just heard of Hilary’s passing. He was truly a great man, always willing to lend a hand and share a story. It was an absolute privilege to have known him and your mother. Our deepest condolences to Jim, Julie & Trent, Jon & Sarah, his beloved grandchildren and to all that are left to mourn his passing. Eternal rest grant onto him.
The Jason and Kristin Zilka Family

Hilary was a gem of a man. I always appreciated visiting him at the shop and think of him often when I clean my wedding set. What a gift he gave so many people – using his talents to help us celebrate life’s joyful moments. He was kind, funny, and very good at his craft. So sad that his time on Earth is done, but I’m glad that he was here and glad he is able to be with his beloved Mary again. My sincere condolences to his family and loved ones.

I had the pleasure of teaching at Central with Hilary and he was loved by coworkers and students. He cared about all students and was also known for his excellent services as a goldsmith and jeweler. He was so friendly and loved talking about his children, Julie, the occupational therapist and James the guy that could do anything. It was special to visit the shop and not only be greeted byHilary, but also sweet wife Mary and also by Mary’s mother when she was alive. I regret that I cannot attend his services, but please know he was loved and will be missed.

Our Bapooh (Grandpa Hilary) was the most unique, loving, heartfelt person. There is not a single soul on Earth he couldn’t strike up a conversation with, and he never ran out of stories to tell. And you could bet if we went out somewhere in Grand Forks, he’d know someone and strike up a long talk! I aspire to be as talented of a storyteller as him. He taught me so much and shared so many personal experiences with me from his military and teaching years that I’ll never forget. On top of him being the friendliest man ever, he was one of my biggest supporters. He came to so many of my choir and theatre performances, and never failed to remind me how singing “ran in the family” every time he could!
I know he’ll continue to be there for me in spirit supporting me and my love of the arts.
And, I truly can’t wait to continue my journey of being a teacher just like him.

Bapooh – thanks for being my amazing, beautiful, funny, goofy, loving grandpa. Miss you so incredibly much. <3

Sending condolences to Hilary’s family. I worked with Hilary at three of the GFPublic Schools where he worked. He was a kind and friendly man who always had a story to tell. When I would visit his jewelry store, it was never a quick stop. He always had a joke or story to tell. I have many fond memories of him. He will be missed.

Hillary was my math teacher at Twining school on the GFAFB in the early 70’s. He was one of my favorite teachers growing up, he always was friendly and willing to help with anything. He taught me how to play chess when I was in 5th grade in math class, later on we became good friends with interest in archery. when I got married, he would clean my wife’s rings every year until he closed the store in GF. My condolence’s to his family, RIP my friend

Dear dear sweet man.

Such a blessing to the world.

hugs to the family.

Mr. Klinicke was my math teacher at Central. His year of retirement was the year I graduated! I hated math, but I loved his class! I remember so many stories of his military service, which always peaked my interest. I also remember him bringing in some type of engraving tool and engraving our names on our calculators! (Back before we really did always have one in our pockets). I also remember buying my class ring at his store; his wife was also such a caring person.
I have now been a teacher myself for almost 20 years, but in social studies, not math! Mr. K taught me not just math, but compassion for others, and this is something I strive to show my own students.
My deepest sympathies to Mr. Klinicke’s family and friends. He was a true gem.

Family of Hilary:
Our sincere condolences.
Gregory Norman, Lynette Norman, staff of Norman Funeral Home.

I met Jim’s Dad, Hilary when they visited the AMVETS in Fargo. Hilary was so much fun and easy to talk to. He told many stories about his Military time. What a great sense of humor. I am glad I was able to meet him. Now I know where Jim gets his Humor from. My condolences to Jim and his family! Hilary will be greatly missed.

To Hilary’s Family,

We are terribly sorry for your loss. My wife and I had the wonderful pleasure of buying our first home next door to Hilary in Grand Forks. We always enjoyed being able to visit with him in the driveway and hearing is stories from his years of living there, a talk about the motorcycles, or an update on the dogs. After Hilary and Jim moved we were unsure if we would get to see Hilary again but I was fortunate enough to run into him at a UND football game. He always had heartwarming smile!

Condolences to his family. He was a wonderful man and phenomenal teacher. To this day, I remember his in-class birthday feat of strength – balancing on the edge of his desk! Beyond that, he was a talented goldsmith and man of faith. After fixing a pair of earings for my wife, the only payment he requested was that I say a few “hail marys.” He is missed.

Rick and I would like to send our sincere condolences! We had many connections
to Hilary. He was a client of Rick’s as well as a “neighbor” at 1521 24th Ave S. office building. I got to know Hilary quite well at Central High School in ’95 to ’97. We were both math teachers and we had many great conversations. He taught me about “the high pot in use” lesson for his Geometry students. LOVED THAT!! He was also my jewelry guy of course! And he designed our son in law Jake’s wedding band in 2014. So many memories we have of that great man! God Bless the memory of Hilary! His work is done and he is with his dear Mary and our Savior. Our deepest sympathy to the family. He will be missed!