John Thomas Kelton

John Thomas Kelton, 102, died in his sleep, on January 15, 2018. Born on August 15, 1915 in Windsor. Beloved husband of Helen Lois (Greenhow) for 75 years. Cherished by his children, Sheila, John (Kathleen) and Peter (Gail); and treasured by his grandchildren Cassie McFarlane (Patrick Kirstein), Paul McFarlane, Joel McFarlane (Jen Scholefield), David, Fraser (Kristen Chamberlain), Kimberly Kelton, Brian (Michael Bernardo), Stephen (Katie), Chrissy Kelton; and his great grandchildren Stanley Kirstein, Marin, Lane, Natalie Kelton, Wren Kelton. John was predeceased by his parents Matthew and Catherine (McKenzie), sisters Adeline, Anna, Gladys, Mary and brother Matthew. John was a proud employee of the Ford Motor Company of Canada from 1933 until his retirement. He began at Ford as a tool and die worker, while working nights to earn an Engineering degree. John rose at Ford to retire as Manager of Mechanical and Plant Engineering in 1980. His years of hard work were balanced by his devotion to his family, and in turn to their growing families. John also loved sports especially golf, sailing, canoeing, and bicycling. John committed himself to a life of integrity, humbleness, and honour, which reflected his devout Christian beliefs. He was a lifelong and active member of Grace and Truth Chapel of Windsor, where he taught Sunday School for many years. His natural inquisitiveness (plus tuition was free) meant that upon retirement he promptly enrolled in the University of Windsor to learn more about the world, studying subjects ranging from meteorology to biology to macro economics. John's shy, but quietly gentle kindness and his ability to listen to and appreciate all with whom he came into contact, lead him to be greatly appreciated by many. John's family extends much gratitude to the staff of Chartwell Royal Oak in Kingsville, Ontario for their loving care during his residence there. Thanks also to Amy's Helping Hands and a special thanks to Samuel Martin for many years of kindness and care. Visitation will take place on Thursday, January 25th from 7 to 8:30 pm, and Friday from 10 to 11 am at the Walter D. Kelly Life Celebration Centre located at 1969 Wyandotte St. East, Windsor, ON N8Y 1E5. The funeral will take place on Friday, January 26th at 11:00am at the Walter D Kelly Life Celebration Centre. Condolences received at www.walterdkellyfuneralhome.com