Vernon L. Kees
April 11, 1929 - January 18, 2016
Vernon L. Kees, 86 of Newcomerstown, died Monday, January 18, 2016 at his residence. He was born Thursday, April 11, 1929 in Newcomerstown to the late Clyde and Anna (Bond) Kees. He was a self-employed carpenter and farmer. Vernon was a US Army Korean War veteran. He was a member of Hartwood Church of Newcomerstown. On April 9, 1954 he married Donna (March) Kees, who passed away on July 15, 1997. He is survived by his daughter-in-law, Kathi Kees of Newcomerstown; a granddaughter, Lacie Ann (Caleb) James of Zanesville; and two great-grandsons, Colt and Wesson James; two brothers, Delano Kees of Port Washington and Lawrence Kees of New Richmond; a nephew, Tim (Karole) Kees; and several other nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Jean Johnson. He was preceded in death by his son, Scott Kees; and two brothers, Jack Kees and Clyde Kees Jr. Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at 1:00 PM at Hartwood Church, with Pastor Rod McBride officiating. Burial will be in Hartwood Church Cemetery, with graveside military honors conducted by the Newcomerstown Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice of Tusc. County 716 Commercial Avenue SW New Philadelphia OH 44663 or Hartwood Cemetery Trustee Fund c/o Rudy Glazer, 15287 Orchard Road Newcomerstown OH 43832. Online condolences may be made at www.addyfuneralhome.com
Vernon L. Kees, 86 of Newcomerstown, died Monday, January 18, 2016 at his residence. He was born Thursday, April 11, 1929 in Newcomerstown to the late Clyde and Anna (Bond) Kees. He was a self-employed carpenter and farmer. Vernon was a US Army... View Obituary & Service Information