John Gregory Klekas passed away peacefully on the morning of Saturday, March 28, 2026 in Draper, Utah. John was a loving, kind, honest and dependable man who was loved by his relatives, friends and everyone who knew him.
John was born in Salt Lake City to Frank and Evangeline Klekas. He met the love of his life Alexandra (Sandy) Floor and they married at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral on August 25, 1979.
He grew up in Salt Lake City and attended Judge Memorial Catholic High School, where he played on the varsity tennis team and was the senior class valedictorian. He received a degree in mathematics from the University of Utah, graduating with high honors. After graduation, he was a computer programmer analyst for his 40 year career with Utah Power and Discover Card. He met many lifelong friends with whom he enjoyed decades of poker nights, bowling league and University of Utah sporting events. He loved sports and held U of U basketball and football season tickets for over 30 years. He also loved going on vacations with his family, his most cherished locations were Disneyland, Las Vegas, Lava Hot Springs and Yellowstone. He also had a passion for Chevrolet Camaros. His first car was a 1970 Lime Green Camaro, which his dad bought for him when he was 16 and which he drove for nine years – he loved the AM radio it had.
John was a loving husband, father and papou. He adored spending time with his grandchildren who were his pride and joy. He is survived by his wife Alexandra, his son Gregory (Jessie), his brother Chris and his two grandchildren Jonathan and Mia. He is also survived by many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral service will take place at St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church, 9201 S. 1300 East, Sandy, Utah, 84094 on Friday, April 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Viewing will take place at the church beginning one hour prior to funeral service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church Benevolence Fund.
MAY HIS MEMORY BE ETERNAL