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Korey Kelican Obituary
Korey Kirk Kelican, 46, of Stephens City, Virginia, died Wednesday, December 16, 2009, in Winchester Medical Center.
Mr. Kelican was born in 1963, in Charles Town, West Virginia, the son of Jerry Lee and Ann Kelican. He was employed as a Jockey in Charles Town, Maryland, and Pennsylvania tracks for over twelve years and later employed at Rubbermaid. He enjoyed golf, reading, time at the beach with family, aquatic sports and the entire outdoors. Mr. Kelican was a graduate of James Wood High School, Class of 1981, where he was an outstanding wrestler.
Surviving with his parents of Stephens City, Virginia, are his son, Kyle Lee Kelican of Woodstock, Virginia; brothers, Kraig K. Kelican and his wife, Susan, of Stephens City, Virginia, Kris K. Kelican and his wife, Christine, of Purcellville, Virginia; his sister, Kendra Kelican Madigan and husband, Rodney, of Stephens City, Virginia; and eight nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Tuesday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel, with Father Brian Shoda officiating. Interment will be private.
The family will receive friends on Monday evening, from 6:00-8:00 PM, at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Kyle Lee Kelican Trust Fund, c/o Ann Kelican, 305 Caroline Avenue, Stephens City, Virginia, 22655.
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Brandi Burns-Faulkner
January 18, 2010
So very sad to hear of your loss. I spent a great deal of time with Kendra in middle school and always loved being around your amazing family. May the Lord hold you and keep you during this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you..
SHELIA HARDEN
December 22, 2009
I WILL MISS KOREY GREATLY. I WILL MISS TALKING BOOKS WITH HIM. HE WAS GREAT, FUNNY, SMART, AND I FEEL BLESSED TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO KNOW HIM. MY HEART AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIM AND THE FAMILY DURING THE DIFFICULT TIME
Michael & Veerle Foreman
December 22, 2009
Our sympathy to the Kelian Family in your great loss. May the Christmas angels bring you strength, peace and love.
December 21, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of Koreys passing, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your special family.
Dunny and Tammy Mowery
Julia Showers-Soaper
December 21, 2009
Mr. Kraig Kelican,
I am so sorry to hear about your brother passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Julia Showers-Soaper
cheryl green
December 21, 2009
To the Kelican family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Cheryl (Miller) Green class of "86"
Julie Weatherholtz
December 21, 2009
To my cousin: Although for most of my adult life we seemed to lose touch, memories of my chilhood with you are still fresh. You were the closest thing to a sibling I had. Thanks for all of the science projects, the Dr. Peppers, and the slimjims! Love always: Julie
December 21, 2009
To my cousin: Although for most of my adult life we seemed to lose touch, memories of my chilhood with you are still fresh. You were the closest thing to a sibling I had. Thanks for all of the science projects, the Dr. Peppers, and the slimjims! Love always: Julie
Chris Imes Sherman
December 21, 2009
To the entire Kelican Family,
I am so very very sorry to learn of Korey's passing. I graduated w/ Kraig, My brother Greg graduated w/ Korey and my sister Michelle Pryor graduated w/ Kendra. The Kelicans have long been an admired and respected family in the community and it hurts to know you all are in mourning. When you feel you need to see Korey's smile, just look in the mirror he'll be smiling right back at you.
Many hugs and prayers to all of you.
Chris Imes Sherman (JW Class of '79)
December 20, 2009
Kyle,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss.
Suzanne, Brian, and Bobby Loveland
Sam Bock
December 20, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
LaRita Brallier Jacobs
December 20, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Kelican family. I watched Korey wrestle with Steve for many fun and crazy years. Kraig, Susan, Kendra and all--may you find small comfort in fond memories. My heart breaks.
Marilyn Funk-Stanley
December 19, 2009
I was devasted to read about Korey's passing. I was friends with Kendra working at McDonalds in the late 80s. Jerry and Ann took me into their home and treated me like family when I needed it the most. I have such fond memories of the Kelican household. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of your family.
Marilyn Funk-Stanley
December 19, 2009
I was totally devastated to read Korey's obituary online. Kendra and I were best friends working at McDonalds in the late 80s and Jerry and Ann welcomed me into their home like I was family when I needed it the most. I remember all the fond memories from the Kelican household. My heart goes out to you and everyone in your family. You are in my prayers.
RUBY BECK
December 19, 2009
WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF KOREY,S PASSING.PLEASE KNOW OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.
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