Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Thursday, May 9, 2024.
Beloved wife of Joseph R. Kelly Jr. of 53 years; dearest mother of Christine Kelly; loving daughter of the late Dorothy and James Corcoran, who was a former Circuit Attorney and judge of the 22nd Circuit Court; dear sister of Dennis (Sharon) Corcoran and Kelly (Gary) Baum; daughter-in-law of Loretta and Joseph R. Kelly Sr. who was the “Kelly Horseradish King”; dearest sister-in-law of the late Margie (survived by Edward) St. John; aunt of Cate (Tony) Vordtriede, Maire (John) Ragozzine, Avrah (Ian) Sellar, Kelly St. John, Scott (Jamie) St. John; our dear great-aunt, cousin and friend of many.
Stephanie loved to travel, take cruises and going to the casino.
Service Tuesday, May 14, 12:00 NOON at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois Rd. Interment Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a charity of your choice and/or National Kidney Foundation, Attn: Gift Processing at National Kidney Foundation HQ, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016. https://www.kidney.org/ Visitation Monday 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
My deepest condolences to the entire family. Stevie made me feel like a part of the family, with Joe and Christine. We all will miss her, but also feel like she’s still with us a bit. Much love to you.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Christine and your family. I loved the stories of you and your parents on your cruises together. Bless you all…Tina
Keeping you and the family in prayers during this difficult period Christine. May the Lord continue to guide and protect you and your Dad.