Gerald C. Kelsch

January 25, 1945 - November 26, 2017

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Voss Chapel

316 North Chestnut Street

Seymour, IN 47274

Thursday 11/30, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

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Voss Chapel

316 North Chestnut Street

Seymour, IN 47274

Thursday 11/30, 7:30 pm

Mr. Gerald C. Kelsch, 72, of Columbus, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2017 at his residence.
Gerald was born in Bartholomew County on January 25, 1945, the son of Harold S. Kelsch and Annamae (Hemmer) Kelsch Kilpatrick.
On January 11, 1969, he married Ruby Jewell Ross at Bethel Baptist Church. She preceded him in death on October 17, 2007.
He was employed at Metal Air Service for 37 years as an aircraft sheet metal technician. He spent his free time volunteering with sports teams, attending local basketball games and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his son; Shawn (Sharyl) Kelsch, his daughters; Kari Ann Kelsch Stockdale, Heather Marie (Sean) Bledsoe, and grandchildren; Megan Taylor Kelsch, Austin Wade Kelsch, Madyson Harmony-Faith Moore, Porter Liam Rain Stockdale, Gabriella Annamae Kelsch Bledsoe, Collins Marie Bledsoe, Paxton Ryan Bledsoe, Jacobby Sean Bledsoe, and, 2 brothers; Donald Kelsch and Roland Kelsch.
Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, an infant daughter; Angel Dawn Kelsch, and an infant son; Ian Timothy Kelsch, and a brother, James Kelsch.
Memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 30 at 7:30 PM at Voss Funeral Service.
Friends may call at Voss Funeral Service on Thursday, from 6 PM until the time of the service.
Memorial checks may be written to the family.

Voss Chapel

316 North Chestnut Street

Seymour, IN 47274

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Thursday 11/30, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Voss Chapel

316 North Chestnut Street

Seymour, IN 47274

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Thursday 11/30, 7:30 pm

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Gary was a great help to us in a time of need, a good friend to the family of Royale Auto Sales. We wish his family the best in their time of need and prayers to all of them God Bless.

Gary will be sadly missed. Will always have fond memories of him from the Columbus East girls basketball games. He is at rest now with his much adored wife Ruby, whom he spoke of often. Prayers to the family.

Just had a short time to be around Gary and in a very bad way but the time that I was around him was a very different experience and glad I got to meet him

Shawn, Kari, Heather, & the rest of the family: Sorry about your dad's passing. He is reunited with Ruby. Remember the good times & look forward to seeing him in heaven. Your family is my thoughts & prayers. Lorie (Rieckers) Carter

So many basketball memories with you, Gary. You were the most awesome Grandpa anyone could ask for. I always wished my kids would have had someone like you. Rest in Heaven now with Ruby. Hoops in the sky now.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

a funny and sweet man

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Dear Shawn, Sharyl & family, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God's peace replace your heartache with warm and loving memories. Love, Pat Rawson, Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.