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Donald Kemerer Obituary
WHITE COTTAGE: Donald Paul Kemerer, 78 died Wednesday November 9, 2011. He was born on September 6, 1933 to Paul and Gladys Brunton Kemerer in Crooksville, Ohio. He was a graduate of Crooksville High School. He was a former member of the Newton Township Volunteer Fire Department and was the Captain of the Emergency Squad for 20 years. He was also a member of Muskingum Masonic Lodge #368 in Fultonham. He was a United States Army veteran serving from 1954-1956. He retired from Columbia Cement Co. after 33 years of service as an electronics electrician. He then worked at Friendship Pottery in Roseville and later worked in maintenance for Adornetto's Pizza and Giacamo's in Zanesville. After retiring, he spent his time fishing, hunting, and riding his ATV around Eagleport, Ohio.
He was a strong, kind and loving father who taught his kids to live a "special" life following his lead by being outdoors, exploring the woods during all four seasons and enjoying wildlife and the peacefulness of nature. Hunting, fishing, swimming, skiing, dancing, and celebrating our lives along with our parents was a weekly occurrence. We were encouraged to join in various sports and we spent a lot of time at our cabin along the Muskingum River.
He is survived by his wife Kay Gordon Kemerer whom he married in 1953; two sons Christopher S. (Barbara) Kemerer of White Cottage and Eric G. Kemerer of Newark; two daughters Lisa Rae (James) Wirkner of Springfield, Ohio and Jill Ranee (John) Roberts of Anza, California. 13 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and one great-greatgrandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother Merrill Kemerer; four sisters Theda Coleman, Margene Thompson, Barbara Dalrymple, and Maxine Denman.
Calling hours will be held from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Saturday November 12, 2011 at William Thompson & Son Funeral Home 5765 Gladstone Dr. White Cottage with Muskingum Lodge holding Masonic Services at 5:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sun. Nov. 13, 2011 at the funeral home. Dr. Brian Law officiating. Burial will be in Crooksville Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Kemerer
November 19, 2011
Sorry for your loss. Sympathy and prayers to your families
November 14, 2011
So sorry to hear of Don's passing. I have very fond memories of spending time with your family at your house and down the river. Don was always very nice to me. I'm sure that he will be really missed.
Kris LaMonica (Willey)
Karen Stoneburner
November 13, 2011
Kay, So very sorry to hear about Don. Due to family obligations, I am unable to attend funeral, but my thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. If you ever need to just talk, keep me in mind, you have my phone number. Love, your cuz, Karen
Mitch White
November 12, 2011
Sorry Lisa,Chris ,and Jill , to hear about yr Dad. He was always a nice man. I'm sorry I can't make to the funeral home , I'm working this weekend. God Bless.
Linda Taylor Denny
November 12, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. Your dad was a very loved guy. It makes me smile when I think of all the sayings I remembered from him when we were young. God bless you all. Love
Bill and Mike Samson
November 12, 2011
Deepest sympathy to Don's family. We worked with him at Columbia Cement.
Bill and Mike Samson
November 12, 2011
So many good memories with the Kemerer family, My deepest sympathy!
Lisa (Creeks) Van Wye
November 12, 2011
So many good memories with the Kemerer family, my deepest sympathy to all of you!
`Lisa (Creeks) Van Wye
Jimmy & Teira Patterson
November 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.We are so sorry for your loss. Love, Teira(Roberts)and Jimmy Patterson
vicki withrow
November 12, 2011
so sorry to here of your loss Chris. i had the pleasure of caring for him at Forestview. he was a wonderful person to care for. he is dearly missed. thoughts and prayers are with you all.
vicki walton, withrow.
November 11, 2011
JOCELYN, JADE, AND ERICK ; I KNOW YOU WILL MISS HIM. TAKE GOOD CARE OF KAY. LOVE, P0PS AND GRANDMA
Lori & Luke Daugherty
November 11, 2011
Our sincere sympathy and prayers to all of you and your families at this time of your great loss of husband, father and grandfather.
Lori (Thompson)& Luke Daugherty & family
November 11, 2011
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all at this time ..
Love,
Jeff and Cindy Clossman
ronda pickinpaugh
November 11, 2011
so sorry for your loss and may the lord bless you and comfort you during this time. Ronda (Renick) pickinpaugh
November 11, 2011
Kay, my sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. Barbara Murphy Castor
Trish Carmichael Murphy
November 11, 2011
Were so sorry for your loss , you have our Sympathies Andy & Trish Murphy , Tyler Harrison ...White Cottage, Ohio
glen&carole german
November 11, 2011
our thoughts are with you at this time.
Rex & Sharon Cornett
November 11, 2011
Our condolence on the loss of your father. Keeping your family in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Beth & Pat
November 11, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. My family has alot of fond memories of
all of you, and I'm grateful for that.
Keep the good times in your heart.
Steve Moody
November 11, 2011
Lisa,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Steve Moody and Kathy Ward
Indy Miller
November 11, 2011
Eric and Lisa, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your dad's passing. Indy Miller
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