Jay Eric Kirkendall

Jay Eric Kirkendall, 69, of Jeromesville, died October 21, 2022, at his residence.

Roberts Funeral Home-Sherwood Chapel, Wooster will be assisting the family.  Private family services will be held at a later date. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or the Ashland County Humane Society.

Jay was born October 22, 1952, in Wooster, Ohio to Basil Earl and Dora Mae {Harrold} Kirkendall.

Jay graduated from Triway High School. 

Jay worked for Astro Metallurgical and AT&F Advanced Metals before retiring in 2017. He enjoyed being outdoors, farming, fishing, animal husbandry and gardening.

Jay will be deeply missed by his longtime significant other Connie Miller; children Eric (Joanna) Kirkendall of NC and Christy (Michael Miller) Kirkendall of Wooster; granddaughter Edith.

Jay was preceded in death by his parents and brother Kevin Kirkendall.