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JOHN CHARLES KAELBER
DELAWARE — John Charles Kaelber, 67, of Ostrander, passed away peacefully Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 5, 2014 at his residence.
He was born May 22, 1947 in Marion, Ohio, to the late Robert Wesley Kaelber and Bernadette May (Irvin) Kaelber.
John was a 1965 graduate of Buckeye Valley High School, a 1969 graduate of Capital University where he earned his bachelor's degree, and later did his master's degree work at the Ohio State University. He retired in 2005 from Buckeye Valley Schools after 29 years as a History and Vocational teacher. He also served as head coach of the baseball and basketball teams and assistant coach of the football team during his tenure at Buckeye Valley. John served as head coach of the Ashley American Legion and Columbus Knights baseball teams for many years. He was also a faithful and devoted member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Delaware.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 46 years, Lorena Faye (Helton); son, Robert (Diem) Kaelber of Upper Arlington; daughter, Stacey (Matthew) Finn of Upper Arlington; five grandchildren, Brendan, Jack and Erin Finn and John and Lilly Kaelber; brother, Tom Kaelber of Ostrander; sisters, Pat (Dan) Epley of Westerville and Karen (Frank) Parrott of Ostrander; beloved nieces and nephews; brothers-in-law, Richard (Deb) Helton of Maryville, Tennessee and Randy (Connie) Helton of Ashley; sisters-in-law, Judy (Buford) Dowell of Sierra Vista, Arizona, Linda (Dean) Bartlett and Pam (Jon) Staley of Ashley.
The family will receive friends from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8 at the Snyder-Rodman Funeral Center, 1510 W. William St. at Valleyside Drive, Delaware, and where a vigil of prayer service will be held at 5 pm. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 9, 2014, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 82 E. William St., Delaware, with Rev. Fr. Michael Watson officiating. Burial will follow in St. Mary Cemetery.
Contributions in John's memory may be made to HomeReach Hospice, 561 W. Central Ave., Delaware, OH 43015 or American Heart Association, Ohio Valley Affiliate, P.O. Box 63445, Cincinnati, OH 45263-4445 or St. Mary Catholic Church for building renovations.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Kaelber
Amy Decker
August 1, 2020
I met John at St. Mary Catholic Church. His daughter went to Sunday School with me. John and his wife used to sit in the back of the 4:30 Mass on Saturday afternoon with a group of friends that I sit with. John was one of the most caring, thoughtful, loving person I've met. He always talked to me before Mass started and wanted to know what I was up to. I will never forget the friend he was to me!!!
August 19, 2014
To Faye and Stacey, I'm very sorry about the passing of John. He was such a loving, kind, family man. I only knew him from St.Mary's Church. Family meant every thing to him. I know he is smiling down over us all. I know he will be okay. He is in good hands. Please know that I will be praying for you and your family. If you need anything, you can always call me. Love always, Amy Decker( the bald girl that sits in the very last row at 4:30 mass).
August 8, 2014
I was blessed to have taught and coached with John
at Pleasant Schools in the late 70's. He was a real
professional and a great person. My condolences go out to his beautiful family! Dave Camp, Delaware
Autumn O'Brien
August 8, 2014
It has been a long road Stacey! I only met your dad once, but reading these wonderful entries makes me wish he was MY high school history teacher! He touched a lot of lives and isn't that what it is all about?
I pray for you and your family. It is a terribly difficult thing to lose a parent, but it is wonderful that you have had this much time with him and he knew you as an adult and knew all of your children. what a true blessing . God bless all of you
August 8, 2014
To the Kaelber family, I am very sorry for your loss, Mary Jumper Early
Bill Price
August 8, 2014
Faye, Robbie, Stacey and family, I am truly sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful teacher and coach, and truly embodied what an educator should be. He did not dwell on possessions, but focused on his family and work. I had the chance to coach with him at St. Mary and was truly awed by his talent. He had the unique gift of being able to link individual fundamentals with overall strategy in order to win, however he was at his best in the way he related to the people around him. He made everyone better: students, players, coaches, spectators, parents, and even the guy sweeping the gym floor. I am truly thankful for knowing John. His confidence allowed me to achieve my goals in basketball and kept me on track through college. It didn't matter what sort of inspiration I asked for, John always gave me more than I merited. I only wish every young person had at least one teacher like this in their life.
Viv Hartsock Curry
August 8, 2014
John was a great guy, always a warm smile on his face. The comments here by others say it all - much loved! Faye, you & your family are in my prayers.
Tonya Bennett-Colombe (Bennett)
August 8, 2014
Mr Kaelber is a great guy with a big heart. He was my favorite teacher in all my years of school. He always made me smile and want to succeed at all I applied my self to . I will miss his smiling face each morning. And warm good morning gesture. May Condolences go to his beautiful wife and kids and the rest of his family & friends. May he rest peacefully in heaven with a smile on his face . you will be greatly missed
American Heart Association
August 8, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Brenda (Link) Manley
August 7, 2014
The best history teacher, he made history fun and interesting. He is the reason I love the Civil War Era. Thank you for all. You will be greatly missed.
STEPHANIE KRONINGER
August 7, 2014
my condolences to the family ,, my prayers,, he was a great teacher and also my friend. he would always smile and make some funny jokes, and a great coach.....
HIS FRIEND ,STEPHANIE KRONINGER
kenneth watts
August 7, 2014
Loved him as a teacher and a friend. Will miss him much.
August 7, 2014
Sorry for the loss of John, he was a great person. He will be missed.
Allen & Candice Russell Ostrander
Terrie Young
August 7, 2014
Uncle John you may be gone but never forgotten. I do not remember a time that you were not my uncle. I remember spending the night with you and aunt Faye when you were first married and going to church with you. I thank you for all of your encouragement academically and athletic for myself as well as my children. We may live far but you were and always will be a very special man in my life. I love you always, Terrie
Jason Quinn
August 7, 2014
You were the first teacher to make me feel like I was worth something. It makes me sad that I will never get to see you again. I am lucky that I got to be a part of your final year at buckeye valley you will always be missed. Say hello to John and George for me when you meet them. They will be the lucky ones metting you.
Thank you for all you did for all of your students we love and miss you already
Robin Shank
August 7, 2014
I am so sad about the loss of such a wonderful teacher and human being. --Robin (Maschmann ) Shank
August 7, 2014
Faye, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this time.
Lynda Bennett
Lisa Gain
August 7, 2014
Just learned that my favorite teacher in high school has passed away. Mr. Kaelber was the best! I had him for OWA and history my freshman and sophomore year. Us OWA (Occupational Work Association), kids were considered "dorks" to the school, but he made us all feel special and that our jobs around the school were important. He even came to my home for dinner with me and my parents once. He did that with other students too. Not many teachers take time to do that. He was old school. He was sooo passionate about history! He's part of the reason I love that subject. Wish I'd of got to see him after graduating. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He spoke about his children and wife everyday in class. They meant a lot to him. Good man overall. RIP Mr. Kaelber. ??
Jason and Linda Staley
August 7, 2014
Our family sends all of the family our condolences. He was a wonderful man. My God be with all of you during this sad time.
Arlene Scoby
August 7, 2014
Miss our band days together. I was second chair clarinet player and u third chair. Bro & Sister.
Jennifer (Wallace) Fisher
August 7, 2014
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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