Ruth Kelley Obituary
We bid farewell to Ruth Kelley of Rock Island, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 11, 2025 at the age of 83. Ruth touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ruth Kelley to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Harold Burns and Irene Burns (DeJaeger); her husband Al Kelley; and her siblings, Rosemarie Kennedy, Robert Burns, Joseph Burns, Patricia Jennings and Rev. John Burns.
She is survived by: her children, Robert Nelson of Rock Island and Julia Riley of East Moline; her grandchildren, Robby, Rachel, Rianna Nelson, Hali, Colin, Mitchell and Austin Riley; her great grandchildren, Bentley and Eulalia; her sisters, Teresa (John Huyten) and Cynthia (John Jaster); her cousin MaryAnn Hannavan (Ron); and her close friends, Jean and Mary Kay. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
