Gerald Leroy McKee, 79, of Wellston, passed away on Sunday, July 17, 2022, at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus. He was born March 1, 1943, in Vinton County, Ohio, son of the late Raymond and Emma McKee. He retired from the Austin Powder Company in 2008 after 43 years of service. Gerald was a man with a great sense of humor who enjoyed telling jokes and making others laugh. He could often be found enjoying the outdoors, talking, and making bean soup in a cast iron pot over the open flames, or playing Euchre at the local American Legion on Sundays. He loved watching his favorite sports teams, the Cincinnati Reds, and Bengals and in his younger years, he enjoyed hunting. He will be greatly missed by many.
He is survived by his sons, Darin (Betty) McKee and Tony McKee, granddaughters, Lakin (John) Lancaster and Tiffany McKee; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends.
In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Barbara (Jonas) McKee in September of 2021; his son, Gerald Leroy McKee, Jr.; his brothers, Harold, and Jim; and sisters, Frances, Mary, and Freda.
In keeping with Gerald’s wishes his body will be cremated and no services will be held.
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