Barbara L. Kelly, 61, of Springfield died at 9:05 am, Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at her home. She was born November 24, 1950 in Wilton Junction, Iowa to T.K. and Wilberta Menke Boyle. She married William “Bill” Kelly on June 4, 2005 and he survives.
Also surviving are two daughters, Emily S. Lane of Springfield and Meghan B. Lane of New York, NY; one grandson, Jack Casey of Springfield; two granddaughters, Ashlyn and Shalyn Kelly; several nieces, nephews and cousins; many dear friends and her two dogs, Margot and Ivan.
Her parents preceded her in death.
Barbara was a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church where she was a member of the church council. She was an avid golfer and traveler. She had a great sense of humor and love of life.
She was a graduate of Culver-Stockton College in Canton, Missouri and served as president of Chi Omega. She was a successful business woman, working for decades in trade show services in the Springfield area and later as a realtor in Nevada. She was a member and active in many professional organizations.
Visitation: 4-7 pm, Friday, December 9, 2011 at Staab Funeral Home.
Memorial Service: 2 pm, Saturday, December 10, 2011 at Grace Evangelical Church with Reverend Thomas Christell officiating.
The family requests memorial contributions may be made to Alterna-Care Home Hospice or to the American Cancer Society.
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
St. Joseph Cemetery
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Alice Roper LeCount posted on 12/10/11
I am very saddened by the passing of my dear, dear friend Barb, even as I know she is held tightly in the arms of Our Lord. My fondest memories will always be the way that Barb taught me lessons about myself, so often through humor. One of the greatest blessings of my own life was to be reconnected with her as an adult after my move to Las Vegas. My wonderful Chi Omega sister. My deepest sympathies go to Bill and her daughters. I know your loss. Love to all, Alice