Woodrow H. Kelker

Woodrow H. “Woody” Kelker, 79, passed away Tuesday, September 17, 2019. Woody is predeceased by his parents, John and Leoda Kelker; siblings, Audrey (Andrew) Bonner, Faye (Joe) Sherrell, Eugene Kelker and Charles (Sara) Kelker, brother in law, Eddie “Spark” Mills, son, Randy McMillen and daughter Lori Kauser.

Woody is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Patricia Kelker; siblings, Josephine (Frank) Lowery, Shirley Mills, Brian (Jan) Kelker, and Wendy Sue Greene; and a sister in law, Catherine Kelker. He also leaves behind children; Joni Hoffman, Rick (Lisa) McMillen and Felicia (Brian) Scruggs, 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 7 great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews as well as many dear friends.

Woody served his country in the U.S. Army for 26 years. After serving his nation, he worked for The Ohio State University supervising parking for 30 years. Woody also worked for DCSC for 20 years. He was Chief Inspector for over 30 years for the Ohio Athletic Commission.

Friends and family may visit Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2019 from 4-7pm and Wednesday from 11am until noon with a funeral service to directly follow at the Newcomer Southwest Chapel, 3393 Broadway, Grove City, Ohio. Military honors will follow the services.

Those who may wish to express a fond memory locally can sign the online guestbook by visiting the funeral home link at www.tolandherzig.com or the Newcomer website at www.NewcomerColumbus.com to share memories.