Robert M. Kellar Jr.

Robert M. Kellar Jr. obituary, Canal Fulton, OH

Robert M. Kellar Jr.

Robert Kellar Jr. Obituary

Visit the Swigart Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton website to view the full obituary.

Robert M. Kellar, Jr., 72 of Canal Fulton, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026. Born December 22, 1953 in Clarksburg, WV to the late Robert Sr. and Juanita (Kerns) Kellar; Robert graduated from Washington Irving High School in Clarksburg and was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. Robert had been a Canal Fulton resident for the past 37 years having worked for various HVAC companies, most recently at Pride Heating and Cooling for the past 5 years.

Robert enjoyed softball, whether playing in his younger years or being a softball dad to his daughters. He loved cheering them on and coaching them throughout there playing days. Robert also enjoyed hiking and being outdoors.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Viki Kellar Johnson and brother, Doyle Kellar. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Nancy (Rattenbury) Kellar; daughter, Erin (Shaun) Zalewski and Amy (Aaron Lehman) Kellar; grandchildren, Palmer, Sloane and Ivy; brothers, Bill (Michelle) Kellar, Kevin (Peggy) Kellar, Brian Kellar, Craig (Beth) Kellar and James (Jenny) Kellar; sisters, Anita Rosser and Lisa Kellar; numerous nieces and nephews.

Per his wishes cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

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

Swigart Easterling Funeral Home - Canal Fulton

624 Cherry Street East, Canal Fulton, OH 44614

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