Age 65 of New Brighton, lost his short battle with cancer and 31 years with multiple sclerosis on November 4, 2017. Survived by sons, Glen (Kelly) Klabechek and Jesse Thompson; 4 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; several brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews; his angel and best friend, Mary Ann Tyynela. Jeff had a career that was his passion in life, working at Daimler Chrysler and American Motors for 17 years. He loved cars, especially hot rods. He once confessed he loved fixing and building cars more than driving them. Per Jeff’s wishes there will be no services.