Jerry Kelley
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Jerry Kelley

  • October 10, 1935 - November 27, 2011
  • Overland Park, Kansas
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“I am so sorry for your loss. Some of my favorite memories are of Jerry as a young girl, a young woman, and a wonderfful friend as we became older...Read More » ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Bonnie Waltrip - Ponca City, OK

“Jan: We were so shocked to hear about your loss! We're sorry we can't attend the services today. Would love to be there for you. As in the past...Read More » ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Jean & Ron Peterson - Bella Vista, AR

“I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how very close you were to her and how very special she was to your family. I am here for you if you need...Read More » ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: Kristen Rorabaugh - KS

“We are saddened to read the obituary and send our condolences to all in your family. The picture of Jerry with her lovely, kind expression --...Read More » ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Ken and Jane Carpenter - KS

“We are saddened to read the obituary and send our condolences to all in your family. The picture of Jerry with her lovely, kind expression --...Read More » ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Ken and Jane Carpenter - KS

“Jan and family, Sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our prayers. May the memories with her keep her alive in your hearts. Hugs! ...Read More » ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Michelle Hess - shawnee, KS

“I send my deepest condolences. Psalm 55:22 ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Amy Sharpe - Hampton, GA

“The Staff of The Johnson County Chapel wishes to express our sincere condolences to the Kelley family. ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Johnson County Chapel


Jerry Kelley, in the company of family, passed eloquently to heaven November 27, 2011. Born October 10, 1935 in Enid, OK she was the third child of Lysle and Amy Waggoner. Jerry graduated from Arkansas City High School in 1953 and moved to Kansas City where she was a Secretary for Skelly Oil Company on the Plaza. There she met Richard W. (Dick) Kelley, they married in 1956, and she spent the rest of her life nurturing family and friends.
In 1973 Jerry returned to work. Until her recent sudden illness, she celebrated daily her 27 years of employment with her cherished friends at the law firm Ferree, Bunn, O'Grady and Rundgren.
Jerry enjoyed the local sports scene and loved to travel. From day trips to weeklong adventures her unassuming confidence and charming sense of humor carried her from sandy beaches to mountain tops and often to an adoring grandchild's home. Her legacy is best described by her motto: "Be Nice – Because It Matters". Congratulations on a well lived life. She will be missed terribly.
Jerry was preceded in death by her husband of 22 years, Richard William Kelley; Son, Richard Jeffery Kelley and brother, William Blaine Waggoner.
She is survived by son Robert and Suzanne Kelley of Mertzon, TX; Daughter Jill and Andre Ulrych of Marble, CO; Daughter Jan and Jeff Carlson of Lenexa, KS; 9 Grandchildren Cody, Clint, Megan, Allison, Dan, Jack, Juliana, Sam and Bella; Sister Doris Ward of Overland Park, KS; numerous nieces and nephews and many, many friends.
The family welcomes visitors from 5:30 - 7:30 pm Wednesday evening. A Memorial Service celebrating Jerry's life will start at 2:30 pm Thursday with an inurnment to follow.
Fond memories and condolences
for the family may be left at
www.johnsoncountychapel.com
(Arrangements by D.W. Newcomer's Sons
Johnson County Chapel,
11200 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS 66210.
(913)451-1860)