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It has been such a joy to know Ron Kelly. I first met him as a student in his music classes and Summer Chorus. He gave a reticent and shy girl the chance to develop courage and self-confidence. He later served as music director in our church, and his friendship, support and example continued to provide life lessons for me. He took great joy in music and shared that joy with us all. He genuinely cared about the people around

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Posted by: Laura Sanders Gill - Alton, IL   Nov 23, 2009

i really so sorry for what happen to him he was a wonderful men and he always will be in my hearth


Posted by: alejandra sanchez - hot springs, AR   Nov 23, 2009

I had Mr Kelly for a music teacher for music in 1970 and 1971. He was a wonderful teacher and was very popular with all the kids in school. He always was happy to listen to each and every student and help if he could. Rest in Peace Mr. Kelly!


Posted by: Susan Scheibe Eddsall - Alton, IL   Nov 21, 2009

Jim, you and Ron have never been far from my thoughts. He was one of the best teachers ever. His care and compassion for students, and for people in general, was unsurpassed. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.


Posted by: Jeff (Willis) Owen - Godfrey, IL   Nov 21, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss, mr. kelly taught me how to play the piano , years ago, and I,ll always cherish the memories. may god bless him!


Posted by: molly sutton - alton, IL   Nov 21, 2009

My love and prayers are with the family and friendship circle of Ron Kelly. I can't imagine how many lives this dear man has touched. I worked with Summer Chorus (the Summer Musicals) in Alton, Illinois for 13 years and loved every moment. Including the good natured ribbing I took for being the fictious C.Scott Dawson (Christopher Scott Dawson)who sang tenor and sold Summer Chorus tickets but never around when the questions came up.
Ron Kelly was one of the

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Posted by: Sarah Lee (Close) McCreary - Alton, IL   Nov 20, 2009

What a great guy he was and will be greatly missed. Carolyn you will be in our prayers.


Posted by: Al and Sharon Gloria    Nov 20, 2009

Carolyn, just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and your family.


Posted by: Loretta Anderson Mullican - North Augusta, SC   Nov 20, 2009

I was truly happy to see Ron once again, at the Summer Chorus Reunion in Alton. He will always have a special place in my heart. My
sincere condolences to Caralyn and the rest of his family.


Posted by: Pam Ready - Alton, IL   Nov 20, 2009

I have thought so many times of Ronnie and have wondered where he was. Lots of fun memories of times we shared are still with me.
I am thinking of you all at this sad time and will pray for God's comfort for you. I will always cherish the love you gave to me in my growing up. Love, Betty Carol


Posted by: Betty Carol Morgan Pace - Marshall, TX   Nov 20, 2009