Earl E. Kling, age 78, of Downers Grove. Beloved husband of the late Millie; loving father of Gail, Sharon, and Jack Kling; devoted grandfather of Samantha; dear brother to the late Loraine Kling. Visitation 3-8pm Thursday, December 15^th, at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75^th Street, Downers Grove. Lying in state 9:30am Friday, December 16^th, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Downers Grove, with service following at 10:30am. Interment following at Clarendon Hills Cemetery. Funeral Info: (630) 964-6500