Jack Kligman, a soft spoken veteran of Canada’s automotive aftermarket, passed away at the age of 75.
Jack Samuel Kligman spent more than 35 years in the automotive aftermarket working as National Sales Manager for six equipment manufacturers over his career.
Jack passed away peacefully at Joseph Brant Hospital in Oakville, Ont., with his wife Harriette Abramson Kligman at his side on Wednesday August 18, 2021.
Jack loved the industry and the people he worked along side with.
Born in Montreal and a devoted Canadiens supporter, Jack called Burlington Ont., home for many years
Jack spent a number of years working as a photographer and in the film industry (in the early 1980s he was the personal photographer for Toronto Maple Leafs owner Harold Ballard) before joining the aftermarket with Wera Tools in 1988.
This was the beginning of a long career in the automotive aftermarket with manufacturers.
In addition to his work for manufacturers, he was also active in the aftermarket industry during his career, including serving as chairman of the Automotive Industries Association of Canada’s Suppliers Council from 2003 to 2009.
For many, his warm handshake was a regular fixture at trade shows across Canada.
Jack had health issues for many years still his passing was not expected at this time.
Graveside service is Sunday August 22 at 11:00 am at Temple Anshe Shalom cemetery at 427 Limeridge Road East in Hamilton, Ont. Donations in his memory can be made to Shalom Village or a charity of choice.
So sad to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a real ‘mensch’ and I loved chatting with him at various trade shows over the years. May his memory be a blessing.
Very sadden to hear of Jack’s passing. I enjoyed my many years knowing Jack and he will be missed by many of us who were in the automotive aftermarket.
Cy Bulkis
Retired Honeywell Consumer Products