BOMBER MEMORIAL

STEPHEN PAUL "STEVE" KELLY ~ Class of 1967
October 30, 1948 - October 21, 2022



Stephen Paul Kelly passed peacefully on Friday, October 21, 2022, at Brookdale Assisted Living in Richland, his home for the past ten years.

Stephen was born to Vincent Paul and Marjorie Page Kelly on October 30, 1948, in Corpus Christi, TX. He moved with his family to Richland in 1952 into the ranch house on Cedar Avenue, which would be his home for most of his life.

Stephen attended Christ the King School, Chief Joseph Junior High and graduated with the Class of 1967 from Richland's Columbia High School. He attended CBC, earning an Associate’s Degree in Drafting. He worked for many years as a custodian for ABM. His lifelong interests including growing cactus, modern art and music of all genres.

In 2012, he was able to move to Brookdale, where he found a caring home. Steve continued to enjoy music, sports, movies and the occasional wine tasting. Favorite spots included Ganzel’s Barber Shop, Shari’s and Barracuda Coffee. When sister Kerry came to visit, he was a vocal critic of her driving skills.

Stephen had many life challenges, but he faced them with perseverance and humor.

Remembering Steve with love are his sister, Kerry Kelly Compton ('64); his niece, Cassandra Compton Leyva; and her family: Hugo, Niza and Xadani; as well as the Compton family.

A private family graveside ceremony was held on October 26, 2022.

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Bomber Memorial put together by Shirley COLLINGS Haskins ('66).