Richard "Kelly" Wayne Kellenbarger, 81, of Westerville, went to be with our Lord on Friday, November 30, 2012.
He was born August 3, 1931 in New Straitsville, OH, son of the late Bill and Cleo Sweazy Kellenbarger.
In addition to his parents, Kelly was preceded in death by brother, Joe and sister, Mary Margaret Gorby.
He was a 1950 graduate of Rosary H.S. and served in the Air Force during the Korean Conflict.
Kelly was employed by Battelle, Columbus Auto Parts and was the owner of K&B Thermal.
He was a devoted Catholic and 4th degree Knight.
Kelly is survived by his wife, Barbara Thrush Kellenbarger; son, Mike; daughters, Brenda Hilyard and Deirdre Maxey; seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; mother of his children, Barbara Routte Kellenbarger.
Visitation will be Wednesday, December 5, 2012 from 4:00-8:00 PM at Newcomer Funeral Home NE Chapel, 3047 E. Dublin-Granville Rd. Columbus.
Funeral mass will be Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 10:00 AM at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 280 N. Grant Ave. Columbus.
Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Logan.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Central Ohio Chapter 1379 Dublin R. Columbus, OH 43215.