James Willard Kelling Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Willard Kelling of Medford, Minnesota, born in Waseca, Minnesota, who passed away on November 10, 2023 at the age of 81. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lyle Kelling and Ella Kelling; his wife Kathleen Staples; and his brother Gordon Kelling. He is survived by: his sons, Kevin Kelling (Christine) of Owatonna, Keith Kelling of Owatonna and Brian Kelling (Jill Hebert) of Medford, WI; his siblings, Donna Feucht (Gary) of Lakeville and Bob Kelling (Nancy) of Waseca; and his sister-in-law Corrine Kelling of Minnetonka. He is also survived by nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

In leu of flowers, memorials are preferred.