Joseph Kelsey

Birth date: Jul 20, 1937 Death date: Aug 19, 2008

Mr. Joseph Kelsey, age 71, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2008 in Manistee, MI. Mr. Kelsey was born July 20, 1937 to John and Nancy (Peters) Kelsey in Hart. Joe has been a resident of Muskegon since he married his beautiful wife, Read Obituary

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Anonymous

893w ago

I didnt not know Joseph, though after reading his guestbook, I wish I did. He sounds like he was a very kind man who took great pride in his heritage. You have my utmost sympathy. I have lost my parents as well as my only brother and my heart aches with you. In grade school at St. Gregory's in Hart, I did know Joseph's sister, Mary, and would like to reconnect with her if she is able. If any of the family could help arrange this, I would appreciate it. Thank you.##imported-begin##Carol Nelson Morris##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

My family and I are very sorry for the loss of this esteemed member of our Tribe and community. He has made contributions for a better tomorrow, thinking far ahead to the coming generations in sharing his knowledge of the language and culture. I remember the first time I met Joe, he asked me how I was related to my brother Frank in the language. It took me a few minutes to translate it in my mind. All the while, he was waiting patiently for my response. After that, he would laugh and ask me again whenever he saw me. My response was a little faster each time. We will miss him. We thank the creator for knowing him and his family.##imported-begin##Bernadene Crampton##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

It is said that there are some people that come into your life, and leave footprints on your heart-never to be forgotten, and always loved, even when they leave. Joe was one of those people in my life. Always with a smile, and truly caring how I was doing. My prayers are with you Carol, that the Lord will heal your heart soon, and give you only happy memories of Joe and his wonderful ways.##imported-begin##Mary Vandenheuvel##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

Aunt Carol sorry to hear about Uncle Joe my thoughts are with you.##imported-begin##Sharon Reed ##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

To Joseph Kelsey's Family, it was an honor to know Joe, we served on the Ogema's Advisory Group together. I spent one day with Joe and his wife, the day before his passing, it was one day I will never forget. He was one of the most respectable men I will ever know. He is with the Creator and looking down upon all of us.##imported-begin##Julia E. Chapman##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

our condolence to you and your family your husband was a kind ,understanding man, from Shawboose family##imported-begin##barbara shawboose##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

Joe was such a wonderful person. I will miss him so much.##imported-begin##Linda Andre##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

On a professional level, I want to express my gratitude for all the time Joe spent assisting the Little River Band of Ottawa Indians on the various commissions and committees as he was doing on his final days and hours.
On a personal level,Joe was the first and most respected elder I went to when I decided to run for office. Joe spoke our language like I remember it being spoken as a child. I will always remember his kindness, smile and sense of humor. Miigwetch##imported-begin##Larry Romanelli##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

Dearest Kelsey Family~
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to each of you during this time of loss. I have many wonderful memories of "Uncle Joe" that I will forever cherish.
May God Bless each of you!

~J.M. Rivera##imported-begin##Jacqueline Rivera (former wife of Nephew, Joseph)##imported-end##

Anonymous

894w ago

Carol and Family
My deepest sympathy goes out to your family##imported-begin##Brenda & Russ##imported-end##

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