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Kelly Wayne Kanatus

Date of Death: October 22, 2022

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Saturday 10/29, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

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Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Saturday 10/29, 1:00 pm

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Reception
Round Hill United Methodist Church
2993 Northwestern Pike
Winchester, VA 22603
Saturday 10/29, 2:30 pm

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Kelly Wayne Kanatus of Chambersburg, PA, passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022 at home with his family by his side.
Kelly was born in 1965 in Winchester, VA, the son of Johnny Wayne Kanatus of Chambersburg and the late Susan Weber Racer. He was a graduate of James Wood High School, Class of 1984 and received his Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Leadership from Mountain State University. Kelly went on to serve our country as a Flight Engineer in the United States Air Force. He was deployed during Desert Storm and received the Air Force Achievement Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and the Air Force Meritorious Medal with Silver Oak Leaf Cluster. Kelly retired from the Air Force after 26 years, 8 months and 4 days of service. After his military career, Kelly went on to work at Letterkenny Army Depot in 2011.
He married Melanie Margaret Williams on June 14, 2022 in Winchester, VA.
Kelly is survived by his wife and father; daughters, Clara and Ellie Kanatus, both of Waynesboro, PA; sons, Chad Kanatus (Fallon) of Sanford, VA and Brandon Kanatus (Jessica) of King’s Bay Base, St. Mary’s, GA; step son, John Brown (Jolene) of Westchester, PA; granddaughters, Emma & Marlene; brothers, Terry Kanatus (Melissa) of Winchester, VA and Todd Kanatus of Winchester, VA.
He is preceded in death by his mother; step father, Vernon “Bunny” Racer; and niece, Chelsea Kanatus.
A visitation for Kelly will be Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 11am to 1pm with a service at 1pm all held at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. A reception will be held following the service at Round Hill UMC Fellowship Hall. Officiating will be Doug Rinker.
Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Kanatus, Todd Kanatus, Brandon Kanatus, Chad Kanatus, Nick Kanatus, and Ryan Kanatus.

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Cheryl Bard (Vaughn)
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Dana Rae Kanatus (Nutter)
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Carolyn and George Glaize
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Evette Sullivan Oates
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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
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Saturday 10/29, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Saturday 10/29, 1:00 pm
Reception
Round Hill United Methodist Church
2993 Northwestern Pike
Winchester, VA 22603
Map
Saturday 10/29, 2:30 pm

Fellowship Hall

Kelly Wayne Kanatus of Chambersburg, PA, passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022 at home with his family by his side. Kelly was born in 1965 in Winchester, VA, the son of Johnny Wayne Kanatus of Chambersburg and the late Susan Weber Racer. He was a graduate of James Wood High School, Class of 1984 andContinue Reading

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Ellie Kanatus left a message on February 5, 2023:
I love you so much dad I miss you so much
Greg Alderman left a message on January 30, 2023:
In memory of Kelly Wayne Kanatus, Greg Alderman lit a candle
Ellie kanatus left a message on November 12, 2022:
It’s only been 20 days and it still feels so unreal. Also, Happy Veterans Day! I miss you everyday. I wish this would get easier. I love you so much ❤️
Brendon Connelly left a message on November 4, 2022:
Very good man , will be sadly missed RIP KELLY :(
Lorraine bourgeois left a message on October 30, 2022:
I am so sad to here this news kelly was a greatguy he will be missed, so sorry for your loss.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Dave Hose left a message on October 29, 2022:
I'm sorry to hear of Kelly's passing . My heart goes out to his family and friends. Peace and love and hugs to each of you.
Cheryl Bard (Vaughn) left a message on October 29, 2022:
My mother and your gram Helen were sisters. My heart goes out to you, so sorry for your loss.
Dana Rae Kanatus (Nutter) left a message on October 29, 2022:
In memory of Kelly Wayne Kanatus, Dana Rae Kanatus (Nutter) lit a candle
Jennifer Yaukey left a message on October 28, 2022:
So very sorry for the family's loss of this great man. I oy met him twice, but his love and support for his family, especially his children, was obvious and is visible in every photo i've seen.
Carolyn and George Glaize left a message on October 28, 2022:
We mourn with our Family at the loss of this wonderful man. Rest in peace, Kelly
Jeff Butler left a message on October 27, 2022:
So sad to hear of Kelly's passing. I remember the fun times at JW. I pass the old home place on Cedar Hill road from time to time and think about all the fun we had. Sending prayers to all the family. God Bless
Jacob Ebaugh left a message on October 27, 2022:
Rest in Peace Kelly, you mean the world to both of your girls. Keep looking over them❤️
Nicki Beckford left a message on October 27, 2022:
Kelly is one of the nicest people I have ever known. He will truly be missed. So many prayers for him and his family.
Leon E Souders left a message on October 26, 2022:
Kelly was a great person. He helped me out numerous times over the years at Letterkenny. He would always go out of his way for you. He has been and will continue to be sorely missed. From the first time I met him we had a military connection and often talked about various topics. On occasion we spoke about family and it was very apparent that he was very happy and very proud of them. Sadly as it too often happens good people leave our lives too soon. I want to offer my deepest condolences. My heart goes out to the family, may you find strength in his memory.
Sarah left a message on October 26, 2022:
In memory of Kelly Wayne Kanatus, Sarah lit a candle
Evette Sullivan Oates left a message on October 26, 2022:
In memory of Kelly Wayne Kanatus, Evette Sullivan Oates lit a candle
Uncle B, Aunt D & Rose left a message on October 26, 2022:
Our love and prayers are with you Mel. What an amazing fight in his journey, Kelly fought through. Such incredible love and care he had in your love, care, humor, surrounding and inspiration! We are sorry for this time, and pray for each day and night, comfort and strength. The Lord is with you. We Luvu dearly. ?
Annie Knighton left a message on October 26, 2022:
Praying for you and your family during this time
Karen Ensell left a message on October 25, 2022:
Brandon, so sorry about your father, you and your family are in my prayers.
Lucinda Blevins left a message on October 25, 2022:
In memory of Kelly Wayne Kanatus, Lucinda Blevins lit a candle
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Jim & Judy Holtry left a message on October 25, 2022:
Mel& Family Sending love and prayers. to you at this difficult time in your life .We only meet you (Kelly) one time and knew you were a great guy..
Ellie Kanatus left a message on October 25, 2022:
I miss you so much Dad. Always a fighter from day 1. It feels so unreal you are gone. Id do anything to see you for just a few more minutes. I love you more than anything.
Carrie and Charles Fisher left a message on October 25, 2022:
Rest easy brother. We will take care of Melanie for you!
Carrie and Charles Fisher left a message on October 25, 2022:
Rest easy brother. We will take care of Melanie for you!
Carrie and Charles Fisher left a message on October 25, 2022:
Rest easy brother. We will take care of Melanie for you!
Chris Carrigan left a message on October 25, 2022:
In memory of Kelly Wayne Kanatus, Chris Carrigan lit a candle
Elliott Bowen left a message on October 25, 2022:
In memory of Kelly Wayne Kanatus, Elliott Bowen lit a candle
haley reynolds left a message on October 25, 2022:
I did not know you, but i did know that you were a fighter. Cancer sucks, but you battled through it. May you rest it peace, you will forever be missed.
Clara Kanatus left a message on October 25, 2022:
I love you dad so so much.
Bernard & Karen Phillips left a message on October 25, 2022:
Our deepest sympathies to Kelly’s family. May God comfort and bless each of you with His love.
Scott Tumblin left a message on October 25, 2022:
Rest Easy & Fly High Kelly, we will all hook up someday soon!!!!
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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