Kasey Wen Elam

Kasey Wen Elam, 34, of Richmond Dale, passed away at his home on March 11, 2026. Born on June 3, 1991 in Portsmouth, Ohio, he was the son of Shawn Elam and Patricia Kneisley. He married Savannah Ford, and together they raised two children, Kimber and Maverick.

Kasey graduated from Zane Trace High School in 2009 and later attended the Ohio Police Training Academy in 2012, earning his certification as a Peace Officer. He dedicated his career to law enforcement, serving the communities of Chillicothe, Wellston, Waverly, and most recently Piketon. He also served with Scioto Township Fire and EMS, showing a deep commitment to public service. In his personal time, he cherished moments with his family, especially his children. He found joy in the outdoors, fishing and mushroom hunting, and he loved music, video games, and supporting the Save a Warrior project. A member of the Richmond Dale Church of Christ, he attended services whenever he could.

He is survived by his wife Savannah; children Kimber and Maverick; step-mother Amy Elam; step-father John Bechie, Jr.; siblings Kristin (Keith Johnson) Clark, Shanna (Jacob) Rothe, and Cameron (fiancée Madaline) Holley; step-siblings Loriann (Issac) Kennedy, Mary Bechie, Clair (Daniel) Glenn, Carl (Ashley) Bechie, Angela Bechie, and Jordyn Weppler; grandmothers Sharon Elam and Wanda Kuhner; and close friends Jake Thomas, Larry Stinson, Zach Ray, Tom King, Shawn Montgomery, and Nathan King, along with many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers Larry Elam and Harold Kneisley, and his Aunt Nay.