Captain John J. Kiley, Jr.

Captain John J. Kiley, Jr., retired U.S. Marine Corps, of Columbia Station, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family Saturday, February 22, 2025. He was born February 27, 1937, to the late John J. and Rosa L. (Murley) Kiley in Cleveland, Ohio. John proudly served his country as a member of the Marines, serving both two tours in Vietnam and the Korean War. John retired with the rank of Captain in the Marines after serving twenty years of active duty and ten years with the reserves. He also served as a Deputy Sheriff of Medina County, he loved his community and never failed to support it. John had many interests, he alongside his then-wife, Marylin, owned and operated Hearthside Stitchery and Framing Gallery in Medina. He was a member of the Lorain County Grange. A devout and active member of Columbia Station United Methodist Church a lifetime member of the VFW. John consistently volunteered his time to support these organizations. John had a passion and talent for woodworking and enjoyed working with his hands. He also had a love for animals, especially dogs and birds, as well as a keen interest in NASCAR, and college football. Above all, he had a deep love for his country and his beloved family. John exhibited a never-quit attitude, always wearing a smile, and maintaining a positive demeanor. As a proud defender of his country and community, he was a devoted husband, loving father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, and friend. He will be greatly missed. John is survived by his devoted wife, Norma (Rundag) Kiley; his children, Kelley-Sue (Bruce) Jordan, John (Amy) Kiley, III, Craig (Julie) Kiley, Basil 'Howie' (Terry) Reynolds; stepchildren, Kevin (Tonya) Norman, John T. (Mercedes) Norman, Cory (Mary) Norman, Stephanie (Todd) Morton, Brian Norman; grandfather of David, Cassidy, Colt, Alianna, Hailey, Caleb, Cooper, Natalya, Gage, Lexie, Daniel, Brandon, Samantha, Bailey, and Jonah; his brothers, Robert (Betty) Kiley, and David Kiley; along with several great-grandchildren and a lifetime of dear friends and colleagues. He was preceded in death by his parents; former wife of 29 years, Marylin (Ives) Kiley; and brother, Michael Kiley. The family will receive friends Saturday, March 1, 2025, from 9 to 11 a.m. in Columbia Station United Methodist Church, 25453 Royalton Road, Columbia Station, Ohio with John's Funeral Service at 11 a.m. Immediately following the service John will be laid to rest with full Military Honors in Columbia Township Cemetery, 13801 W. River Road, Columbia Station, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in John's memory be made to either Columbia Station UMC, 25453 Royalton Road, Columbia Station, Ohio, or Tunnels 2 Towers at T2T.org Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.waitefuneralhome.com