It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Kelley Marie Jones. She peacefully passed away on Sunday, April 13th, 2025, at the age of 39, surrounded by loved ones.
Kelley was the Adventure Club Coordinator with the Webster Groves School District for over 20 years. In that role, she impacted many children and families in a positive way, and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
Beloved daughter of Katherine Wright. Beloved sister of Shawn Jones. Beloved granddaughter of Judy and the late Colin Wright. Dear niece of David (Lucy McCalpin) Wright, Tracey (Dean) Hartmann, Jim (Jody) Wright, Jon O’Brien, and the late Gretchen Wright. Dear cousin of Alicia Finn, Kristen (Scott) McFetridge, Nick Wright, Rebecca (Dan) Lewis, Dan (Chelsi) Wright, Claire Hartmann, Drew Wright, Kate Wright, Peter Hartmann. Kelley is survived by many other loving friends and family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Webster Groves School District Foundation, 400 East Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves, MO 63119 or at Donate to WGSD Foundation in memory of Kelley.
SERVICES: Visitation will be held at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL (10151 Gravois Rd., 63123) on Thursday, April 17th from 4:00 – 7:00 PM, with the funeral service beginning at 7:00 PM.
I am so saddened by the news of Kelley’s passing. We got to know her at Avery Adventure Club. All 4 of my kids were in adventure club. A great person. So sorry for the family’s loss.
Sending prayers
I will never forget Kelley’s smile. I send my condolences.
Miss Kelley was instrumental in the formation of our son Gus at Avery. She taught us patience and brought a sense of joy and that smile to school every day we knew here. Now we get the reassurance she is helping us from on high.
I was so very sad to hear about the untimely death of Kelley I have known her since she was an Adventure student, and later had the pleasure of interviewing and hiring her as a colleague. Kelley’s sweet smile and pleasant ways will be missed. Sending prayers to her family.
Kelly was such a beautiful person inside and out. I always loved when she came to Colorado for a visit because she I knew it was going to be a good time. Sending love and prayers to the family.
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Katie I am so sorry for your loss .she is so beautiful .
Katie and Shawn I am so sorry for your loss. Kelley is a beautiful person .
Sending love and our most sincere condolences.
I’m so sorry for your loss. She was such an amazing light in this world.
I am so sorry for your loss. Kelley was my daughter, Adeline’s supervisor at Adventure Club. She gave her an opportunity that others may not have and for the last few years she has always made her feel valued as part of her team. We will both miss her so much. Sending prayers to your family.
Katie I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and Shawn. It’s been so long since I’ve seen you all, hard to believe your kids are grown. Again my heart goes out to you.
I always knew Kelley was visiting our school when I heard her laughter echoing down the hallway as she caught up with coworkers. That laugh always preceded her. Wishing peace for Kelley and her loved ones.
Such a Beautiful soul. My deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family. She will be greatly missed. Sending Prayers to her family.
“Some people come in to our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while and leave footprints in our hearts; and we are never, ever the same.”
So thankful that my path crossed Kelley’s working together the last few years. She will be greatly missed by all of us. Her sense of humor, amazing smile and generosity of time and spirit.
Prayers for strength and comfort to all who loved her.
Angel’s arms around Kelley’s family and friends.
Both my kids attended Adventure Club, and my daughter, worked there during high school. Ms. Kelley with her infectious kindness and big smile, has been such a positive influence on our family. She will be missed. Sending our deepest condolences to you and yours.
She had a lot of love to give, and never missed an opportunity to make you smile. I am incredibly appreciative of the time I got to spend with her.
Ms. Jones was one of my favorite adventure club teachers at Hudson growing up, prayers and my condolences.
Kelly was a remarkable young woman who played a pivotal role in my daughter’s life. During their kindergarten years, I was unaware that their relationship would endure into their thirties. Laura has Down Syndrome, and Kelly served as her lead teacher in Adventure Club. Kelly’s contributions were instrumental in making Laura’s work experience in the program a resounding success.
While Kelly consistently advocated for Laura with new teachers, her most significant impact was in educating the children in the program about the contributions and place of disabled individuals in society.
I extend my deepest condolences for your loss and for the children who will no longer have the opportunity to benefit from her guidance.
Kelley Jones,
A beautiful woman inside and out!
She was my boss for the past 4 years at Adventure Club. She was so passionate about her job and boy she loved her kids there..we will keep her legacy ALIVE for her.
She was the one I went to for advice and she gave calm and great advice.
I will truly miss you !