Alan Kline

TOLEDO-Alan Kline, 83, of Toledo, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at his home under the care of his family and Iowa River Hospice.

Alan Kline was a Southwest Iowa farm boy, born in Cass County in 1942 who dreamt of playing baseball and traveling the world.

After earning an undergraduate degree from Iowa State University in economics and business administration, Alan lived in the Amazon region of Brazil from 1967 to 1970, working as a Peace Corps volunteer. He returned to ISU for a graduate degree in economics.

Alan felt a deep connection for indigenous populations. He worked with a new Indian-controlled college in Pine Ridge, South Dakota. Alan eventually settled back in Iowa, and he worked with the Meskwaki tribe in Tama County. He was also an active United Way member.

Alan spent his retirement cultivating a vineyard, traveling the world, and playing with his grandkids. He also served as a member of the South Tama County school board and the Wieting Theatre Guild, while being a voracious reader and devoted Democrat.

Alan is survived by his wife Patricia, his three sons Chett, Chris, and Corey; his six grandchildren Cael, Caeden, Liliana, Jasper, Theo, and Errol.

Alan’s family will host a Celebration of Alan’s Life event at the Wieting Theatre on July 12th.

Kruse-Phillips Funeral Home, Tama-Toledo, is assisting the family with arrangements.