Obituary: Kelly, Thirza Ruth

Sun., April 15, 2012

KELLY,
Thirza Ruth
(Age 92)
Deer Park, WA

Born to Mr. and Mrs. Lee Yantis on August 22, 1919, at Moxee City, WA.

Passed away April 1, 2012 at Still Waters A.F.H.

Spokane Valley, WA.

She lived 55 years in Deer Park.

Thirza is survived by daughters Sharon (Len) Klassen, Rebecca (Richard) Ransford; sisters Mildred Evans, Jeanne Houska; and brother Eugene Yantis.

Wonderful grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Predeceased by husband Rev.

Lowell Kelly; son, Robert L. Kelly; mother, father, brother and sister.

Memorial service will be held Friday April 20, 2012 at 1:30PM at the First Baptist Church, 1205 E. Crawford, Deer Park, WA.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her name to a charity of your choice.

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