Alfred "Ted" Kemp

Alfred Theodore “Ted” Kemp, 96, went to be with the Lord, Wednesday, August 30, 2023 under the care of Mercy New Life Hospice.  Born in Gallipolis, OH on April 15, 1927, Alfred was the son of the late Joseph and Edith (nee Cromlish) Kemp. He spent his youth in Gallipolis, OH and attended school with and remained friends with Bob Evans. Ted briefly served in the United States Navy at the end of World War II.

A resident of Wellington for over 70 years, Ted was a member of the Wellington Eagles and the American Legion.  He had a career as a Welder Fabricator and retired from Wedge Wire in 1989. He enjoyed gardening and loved growing tomatoes. Ted also liked to fish and cheer on the Cleveland Indians and Cavs.

Ted is survived by his children, Richard (Sue) Kemp, Pam (Dave) Crawford and Julie (Gerald) Satterfield; 4 grandchildren and a step-granddaughter; and 3 great grandchildren and 5 step great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mona Kemp; second wife, Gloria Kemp; son, Rudy Kemp and siblings, Edna, Arthur, Wayne, Clark and Robert.  

Visitation will be Friday, September 1 from 6-8 p.m. at Norton-Eastman Funeral Home, 370 S. Main St., Wellington, where Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. Burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, Wellington. Fond memories and condolences can be shared online at www.norton-eastmanfuneralhome.com.  

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