John Felker Obituary

John Richard Felker II, age 66, passed away on December 24, 2021 at Viera Health and Rehabilitation in Melbourne, Fla. He was born March 25, 1955 in Gallipolis, Ohio where he grew up. He graduated from Gallia Academy in 1973 and went to Morehead State where he graduated in 1977.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, John Richard Felker and Freda Fay (Gilmore). His sister, Fay Elizabeth (Dahl) Curry and his wife of 19 years, Elizabeth Felker. He is survived by his daughter Rachel (Dell) Smith and grandchildren Kennedy and Grayson Smith of Jackson, Ohio.

Prior to retirement, John owned and operated Point Distributing in Point Pleasant, W.Va.

He enjoyed fishing, collecting guns and coins. He also enjoyed Formula 1 racing and cars.

Family will have a private service and burial.

Published by Point Pleasant Register from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2022.
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John was a neighbor and Porsche friend of mine. He loved his fast toys. I'll miss you John!

Chris Huck

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February 22, 2023

John I will forever be your niece. I love you and my family misses you.

Emma pierre

February 5, 2022

So incredibly sorry.. John was a true friend to us. My heart is broken .. Julia

Julia & Bob

January 13, 2022

Hate to hear about Johns passing it breaks my heart I always thought allot of John and Liz I will always remember them they were very special to me

Troy Smith

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January 11, 2022

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