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Jack Kieffer Obituary

BUCHTEL - Jack L. Kieffer, 85, of Buchtel, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus. Born March 15, 1932, in Buchtel, he was the son of the late Harry and Ruth Newman Kieffer. Jack was married for 66 years to Phyllis Wright Kieffer, who survives.
He was a machinist for Yorde Machine Shop, a Korean Conflict army veteran, and a recipient of the Nelsonville Oldtimers Baseball Association and Howard Soles Awards.
Jack is survived by his daughters, Jackie (Stephen) Carder of Nelsonville, Cindy (Michael) Lavely of Grove City and Mary (Kyle) Dupler of Grove City; grandchildren, Seth (Jamie) McDonald, Daniel (Arelle) McDonald, Megan (Matthew) Slyh, Jacqueline (Eric) Smith and Collin Dupler; great-grandchildren, Jillian, Jenna, Jack, Max, Jacob, Katelyn, Lucas and Ava; and a sister, Susann Merz of Buchtel.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Danny Merz.
Funeral services will be held at noon Saturday, Dec. 9, at Souers-Cardaras Funeral Home, 46 Fayette St., Nelsonville, with Pastor Lewis Dunnells officiating. Interment will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Nelsonville, with military graveside services conducted by the Combined Color Guard Unit.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Please sign his online guestbook at www.cardaras.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Athens Messenger from Dec. 7 to Dec. 9, 2017.

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Jim Silcott

December 8, 2017

Phyllis and family
Sorry I cant make it to funeral. Just found out about arrangements and i have a meeting tomorrow morning. I know everyone in my family loved Jack and he will be missed. He was one of my favorite relatives. I find comfort in knowing he is now in the arms of Jesus and I hope you all can too. I believe He is now celebrating with all of the family that has preceded him on that journey
Jim and family

Jim Silcott

December 8, 2017

so sorry Phyllis and family I cannot make it to funeral.Just found out about the arrangements and too late to change a meeting I am leading at 10 am Saturday.
Jack was one of my favorite people. He will be missed by all but Jesus is welcoming Him with open arms.
Love to you all

jerry cook

December 8, 2017

.Please tell Wanda we appreciate her notifying me of events and feel free to stop and see us also.I still remember your wedding and the Buchtel dunking. all good things. Jerry Cook

Glenna Withem

December 8, 2017

Jackie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and the days ahead. My deepest sympathy.

December 7, 2017

Jackie and family,
Cathy and I extend our deepest sympathy on the passing of your father .
Dan and Cathy Druzbacky

Janet Henson Tuthill

December 7, 2017

Phyllis, Jackie, Cindy, Mary & families ~
My Deepest Sympathy for your loss. Many memories of your family while being at Wanda & Dicks, back in late 60's & early 70's. May God and his Angels place their loving and comforting arms around each of you during this difficult time and times to follow.

Sincerely,
Janet

December 7, 2017

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MaryEllen Gibbons-Mize

December 7, 2017

Our deepest condolences to all of the the Kieffer family.

Jack and Phyllis were always friendly to me when I came to Buchtel in 1970 (although I already knew Phyllis from the days in High School when I worked at Mechem's). I then came to know Jackie through my Sister Martie. All the girls were so sweet as I watched them growing up.

Prayers of comfort for all of you and your families. God Bless.

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