Marie Kelly

Marie J. Kelly,94, of Danville died peacefully and went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus on Wednesday morning December 4, 2012 at her residence in Liberty Village. Marie was born August 15, 1918 in Danville, the daughter of George and Caroline (Gillette) Roesler. On August 1, 1937 she married Virgil E. Kelly who preceded her in death in 1994. She was also preceded in death by her sister, LaVerne (Dabels) Paulson. She is survived by her sons Gordon (Susan) Kelly of St Augustine, FL, and Kenneth (Alice) Kelly of State Line, IN. Also surviving are her three grandchildren Bradley Kelly of Boston, MA, Brian (Kathleen) Kelly of Grand Rapids, MI, Theresa of Gibson City, IL, and three great-granddaughters, Hanna, Madelyn, and Faith, also of Grand Rapids, MI. Marie completed her formal education later in her life, earning her college degree in education from the University of Illinois at age 52, and was a beloved school teacher in the Danville School System for many years. Prior to teaching she partnered with her husband in Grand Rapids, MI as proprietors of Thompson-Kelly Cleaners, a successful dry cleaning establishment. Marie was very active in church life. She was a long-time member of First Baptist Church of Danville where she served on various committees, mentored young mothers, and provided guidance and support for First Baptist Christian School, and Sunday School classes. Marie was an avid reader, loved crossword puzzles, and gardening, and was very artistic. She was generous, kind, compassionate, patriotic, and relished life as a treasured gift. A graveside service and celebration of Marie's life will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at Hicks Cemetery, Perrysville, IN, with Pastor Cummins officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the service. In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution can be made to the 'New Hymnal Fund', at First Baptist Church of Danville, IL. Condolences can be left at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com