John Keith Whitely, age 76 of Painesville, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord. Born July 18, 1941 in Painesville, John was the son of the late John and Mary Elizabeth (Boisen) Whitely. He married Ethelann Zelna on October 24, 1992 in Perry. John was a talented artist who …
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John Keith Whitely, age 76 of Painesville, passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Tri-Point Medical Center in Concord. Born July 18, 1941 in Painesville, John was the son of the late John and Mary Elizabeth (Boisen) Whitely. He married Ethelann Zelna on October 24, 1992 in Perry.
John was a talented artist who enjoyed painting portraits, caricatures, and murals. He loved the outdoors and spending time outside in the sun. A friend of Bill for 19 years, he was grateful for his many years of sobriety. John worked full time as the Program Assistant for the Lake Geauga Recovery Center at Lake House, a position that allowed him to sponsor many friends during their recovery.
He is survived by his wife: Ethelann “Scotti”; daughters: JoAnne Carole Whitely and Tamarie Carmack; son: Kent; grandchildren: John, Sarah, Amanda, Jonathon, Jacob; great grandchildren: Alexander and Mila; sister: Grace. He was preceded in death by his son: John David.
Friends and family will be received from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Friday, February 16, 2018 at the Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street in Madison.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the family. Online obituary and guestbook at www.behmfuneral.com
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Dear Mrs. Whitley, I'm very sorry for your loss. Mr. Whitley always brought a smile to my face. My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family. Love you.
left a message on February 17, 2018:
So sorry for your loss love and prayers hope to see you soon
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Our condolences to the family. Rest In Peace, Mr. Keith.
left a message on February 16, 2018:
With thoughts and prayers from your family in Jacksonville, Florida. May Keith rest in eternal peace.
left a message on February 16, 2018:
So sorry for your loss Scotti... you are in my thoughts and prayers... R.I.P. Keith
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on February 16, 2018:
Tamarie. I am so sorry for your loss sweet “sister in Christ “
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May God wrap you and your family in his loving arms at this time of loss and give you strength and love.
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left a message on February 25, 2018:
Dear Mrs. Whitley, I'm very sorry for your loss. Mr. Whitley always brought a smile to my face. My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family. Love you.
left a message on February 17, 2018:
So sorry for your loss love and prayers hope to see you soon
left a message on February 17, 2018:
Our condolences to the family. Rest In Peace, Mr. Keith.
left a message on February 16, 2018:
With thoughts and prayers from your family in Jacksonville, Florida. May Keith rest in eternal peace.
left a message on February 16, 2018:
So sorry for your loss Scotti... you are in my thoughts and prayers... R.I.P. Keith
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
left a message on February 16, 2018:
Tamarie. I am so sorry for your loss sweet “sister in Christ “
left a message on February 16, 2018:
May God wrap you and your family in his loving arms at this time of loss and give you strength and love.
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