Patricia Louise Kelley's Obituary
Patricia Louise Kelley passed away January 1, 2021. She was born July 2, 1930 to Bernard and Madeline Basch. She married Robert Kelley on December 3, 1948. She worked as a practical nurse at the Seaway Clinic and then as a supervisor for the State of Michigan until retiring in 1989. She will be remembered for her generosity and hospitality, particularly at large family Christmas gatherings.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Kelley; children Martha Jeanne (William) Nelson, Judy (Robert) Yagerlener, Michael (Deb Gianetti) Kelley, and Robert (Susan) Kelley, and by ten grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, Dennis (Donna) Basch and David (Keil) Basch. She was preceded in death by her parents, her stepmother Martha Basch, sisters Virginia, Leona, Betty, and Bernice, and by her brothers Bernard (Barbara) Basch, Charles (Charlene) Basch, Larry (Ruth) Basch, Lester (Monica) Basch, William Basch, infant brother Daniel Basch, and great-granddaughter Ashlee Serene.
There will be no services per her request. A family reunion will be held this summer to celebrate her life and share memories. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to NOAH Project will be appreciated. Share memories with the family online at http://www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St. Norton Shores, MI 49444 (231) 798-1100.
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