Jane Kelly Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Jane Kelly in Joplin, Missouri is shared. Jane, born on December 15, 1938, passed away on August 26, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jane Kelly to pay them a last tribute.
Jane will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Jane by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Jane is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Jane’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Roland Girdley and Gladys Lucile Girdley (Wilcoxon); her husband Dean Edward Kelly; her siblings, Joseph "Joe" Clifton Girdley and Patricia "Pat" Ann Haythorne; and her friend Gertrude Wilson.
She is survived by: her son Shannon Edward Kelly (Sherah Leigh) of Webb City, Missouri; her granddaughters, MacKenna Jane Kelly of Kansas City and Julia Gregg Kelly of Columbia, Missouri; and her sister Ruby Lea Cawthra (Jerry) of Nixa, Missouri. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
