SPREAD EAGLE, Wis. — John Wayne Kelm, 73, of Spread Eagle, Wis., was called home to be with Jesus his Saviour on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Kathy; his children, Jessica (Kevin) Keto, Audrey (Daniel) Patterson and Christian (Colleen) Kelm; seven grandchildren who adored him; and a brother, Gary (Peggy) Kelm and their children.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

John’s faith in Jesus, love of his family, strength, guidance and wit will be missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in John’s memory may be made to Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Iron Mountain.

Condolences may be expressed to the family of John W. Kelm online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com.

The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon &

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