Dr. Daniel M. Kluger passed away November 20, 2025, at the age of 57, leaving behind a life marked with compassion for others, a strong commitment to Judaism and learning, and love of family.
Dan was an Infectious Disease physician on the Peninsula for twenty five years, first in private practice, and then with Riverside Medical Group. He trained at Baylor College of Medicine, New York University, Bellevue Hospital, and University of Wisconsin—Madison.
Dan had many passions and interests. He was a beekeeper, and for over 20 years he enjoyed the challenges and successes of this hobby. He tended his bees with care and pride, in hives he built himself. Woodworking, bread making, beer brewing, gardening, traveling and tinkering with electronics all brought him joy. For years, Dan has been a regular at Rodef Sholom Temple’s morning minyan.
Most of all, Dan loved his family. His work often kept him busy, especially with the many extra weekend shifts he accepted, yet he still made sure to find time for his wife Beth, and their children, Sam and Pearl. He was proud of what his children are doing and who they have grown to be. Family time was his greatest pleasure. The extended Kluger family Thanksgivings were a highlight Dan always looked forward to. He embraced Beth’s family as his own.
Dan was born and grew up in Rochester, New York. His parents, Lois Jean (Brownstein) Kluger and his father, Jacob N. Kluger, and beloved nephew, Aryeh Kluger, preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife, Beth and their children, Sam and Pearl. He is also survived by his three brothers and sisters-in-law, Larry and Josie, Leo and Karin, and Avram and Dana, and by many nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and great-nephews.
Dan was a patient, kind, gentle, informed, and completely humble man. He was an organ donor, and he would encourage you to be one, too. The funeral will be held on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. Rodef Sholom Temple, 401 City Center Blvd., Newport News, Virginia followed by gravesite burial at the Jewish Cemetery of the Virginia Peninsula, 1817 Kecoughtan Road, Hampton. A meal of consolation will immediately follow at the family home in Williamsburg. Donations may be made in Dan’s memory to the Rodef Sholom Temple Endowment Fund or to the Southern Poverty Law Center. May his memory be for a blessing.
Arrangements are under the care of Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601.
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DR Kluger been my Dr since 2013 he brought me through when i was dying its been 12 years and im healthy and feeling Blessed Thanks to The Good Doc and God my first year with you Doc i found out you liked plants so i got you a big plant with a Thank You Card I know you knew how much you meant to me Doc and i know God Got You and your family needs to know how special you treated your patients what will i do without you Doc RIP and Condolences to your Family God Takes The Best its not goodbye its until we meet again DOC Always Much Love And Peace Shelley Webster
I knew Dan at work. Such a compassionate doctor who deeply cared about his patients. Great colleague to work with.
My condolences to the Kluger family.
Dan was one of the kindest and sweetest men I ever met. It is such a loss. I am sure he is tending for his bees with great care in heaven now. My sincere condolences to the family. He will be greatly missed.!
Dan was a great guy. Jane and I always enjoyed spending time with him and Beth at Goldstein events. We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing.
He was generous and compassionate doctor. He saved my life back in 2013.
He spoke to my family twice a day.
He will be missed.
May his memory always be a blessing
Dr Kluger was my doctor for more than 20 years, and without a doubt, the very best doctor I have ever had. He gave me hope when my case seemed hopeless and helped guide me through on of the toughest times of my life. As a Baptist pastor we always had positive discussions, encouraging each other in our shared faith beliefs. Be at peace my friend, as you bask in the radiance of Our God’s awesome love. Can’t wait to see you when I cross over. Save a jar of some of that new heavenly honey for me my dear physician friend!
I am saddened to hear of his passing. He was a most exceptional physician and healer. I will miss his upbeat demeanor and his positive attitude toward caring for all. I could always count on him. He will be remembered fondly.
I WAS A PATIENT OF DR. KLUGER, HE WAS AND STILL THE KINDEST ,CARING BEST DOCTOR I HAVE EVER HAD. REST IN PEACE AND I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY
I had the privilege of sharing a number of patients with Dan. He was always “can do” and very knowledgeable and always so pleasant. It is true only the good die young. He will be missed by all who knew him. My deepest condolences to the family.
I just found out of the passing of my friend and colleague Dan Kluger. The last time I saw him was when he was consulting in my wife’s final illness. His presence made me feel better.
It seems just like yesterday, that we would bump in each other in the evening after hours in the Doctors lounge at Mary Immaculate and despite the hour, spend time talking about this or that non medical topic. I will always remember his kindness and sense of humor.
His expertise was always a help to me and especially to my patients.
My condolences go out to his Wife and Family
I will miss him.
Oh my gosh, what happened to my doctor? He’s been my doctor since 2012. My God I’m gonna miss him. He was a wonderful doctor. He was understanding he listened. I’m truly gonna miss him. My prayers go out to his family.
Dr. Kluger was an expectional Doctor and a wonderful person. He was my sister’s Dr. he was an absolute delight. His bedside manners were amazing and were appreciated by our Family. Deepiest condolences to Kluger Family, may rest easy; you will be truly be missed.
Doctor kluger was an amazing amazing doctor and had the most compassionate bedside manner in any doctor that I have ever dealt with. It was an honor to be a patient of his he will be missed
I meet Dr. Kluger three years ago. He had so much concerned about his patients. Always very pleasant and kind. He definitely will be missed.
Words cannot express how hurt I am….. Dr. Kluger saved my life over ten years ago. I can’t believe he is gone. What am I going go to do now?
I definitely feel this
Dr.Kluger had been my doctor since 2009, he was definitely a great man and will be missed…i really trusted him
It is great sadness that I learn of the death of Dr. Kluger. Without him I would ld not be here.
after surgery I developed a staph infection. Sentara put in a pic line with cause another infection which nearly killed me.
Two weeks of not being able to keep food or water down and two trips to the er for dehydration and no one knew the answer. Dr. Kluger knew right away that about the infection and gave me the medicine to recover. To his credit, I am now 75 years old. I pray for his family and other patience who will sorely miss him.
I just learned of Dr. Kluger’s death today when I was visiting at the Careplex hospital where we met years ago. When he became interested in bees, it was another topic of conversation we shared at the nurses stations. Before that, he shared proud stories of his family, his interest in orchids, LED lighting, just so many interests. He always made himself available to questions about patients. I was always confident with a patient’s discharge to Dr. Kluger’s care. One bee keeping story he shared was about transporting a hive during cold weather. He was driving while the hive warmed in the car and it became an exciting and scary adventure. My sincere sympathy for the family’s loss of such a kind, giving, and loving person.
Beth, I was so sorry to hear the news of your husband’s passing. Please now you and your family are in my prayers.