Celia Katherine Kelly
November 4, 1986 - March 15, 2009
Obituary
Celia Katherine Kelly
11/4/1986 – 3/15/2009
Our beloved daughter Celia, age 22, was born in Spokane, WA. Celia attended Whitworth ES, Meany MS, Garfield High School, and The University of Washington, and The University of Southampton, in England. Celia began her love of the ocean in her marine science class at GHS, and while donating hundreds of hours as a teen naturalist at the Seattle Aquarium.
Celia was a senior at the UW studying Oceanography and she had just finished her senior cruise in waters near New Zealand. She was enjoying a few days vacation there before returning to her home and family in Seattle, when she was tragically killed in an automobile accident.
Celia was preceeded in death by her loving grandpa, Donald Bailey. She is survived by her parents Joan Kelly and Joshua Kelly, and sister Melissa Kelly. Also surviving Celia are her grandmother, Katherine Bailey, grandparents Robert and Teresa Kelly, Aunts Gail Bailey, Kim Brown, and Annelies Smith, Uncles Robert Brown, Howard Brown, Christopher Kelly and Doug Smith. Cousins Krystal Brown, Jalyce and Jovan Satterwhite, Sheena , Jacqueline, Robert III, and Omari Brown, Chelsea , Rose, Erin, and Emma Smith. She had many more relatives and friends here in Seattle and all over the world who love her and miss her dearly.
A celebration of Celia’s life will be at The Seattle Aquarium Thursday, March 26th, 2009 at 6:30pm. A memorial fund has been established in Celia’s name at Washington mutual bank. Contributions can be made at any WaMu location.
Please sign the online memorial guestbook at www.bonney-watson.com.
I met Celia when she was alittle girl, and to see pictures of her as a beautiful young women bring a smile to my face. I just found out about this this today and it saddens me that her life came to an end at such a young age. It was definitely my pleasure to have met such a great person and the great family that she comes from.
Dear Joshua, Joan and Melissa,
We send our deepest sympathies to you and your families. We grew up with Celia in our community of schools and swimming! What an amazing young woman and she accomplished so much! We will cherish beautiful memories of her and remember her bright smile and friendly personality.
Our loving thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Peter, Joyce, Melyssa and Whitney Tsai
I was so sorry to hear of Celia’s passing. I remember attending Garfield with her — we were both on the swim team together, and often swam in the same lane and on the same relays. I also saw her often at the Aquarium, where we both volunteered. Celia was such a sunny presence, and truly a joy to be around. I feel so lucky to have known her; her kindness and cheerful personality was always so infectious. My thoughts are with her and her family, and I will always remember her fondly.
You have our deepest sympathy for your recent loss…
During this time of sorrow, we would like to offer you our prayers and comfort. It is a time to remember the good times with Celia. It is a time to remember the memories of the precious times spent with Celia. She truly was a gift from God. She truly was an angel. Celia was one special child and one who cared for others. Yes she will be missed but also remember what joy and happiness she brought us all. We would not be who we are today without having known Celia. We will always love her with our whole heart.
Celia, Your beautiful smile will be in my heart forever. Josh, Joan, and Melissa, my heart goes out to you. You can be proud of Celia and all she accomplished. She touched so many lives in her own short life. We will miss her.
Love, Auntie Annie and the girls
Through grandmother Teresa I feel I know your precious Celia. Your loss is heartbreaking I know.I send my love and my prayers . Mary Doherty
Dear Josh, Joan and Melissa,
Our hearts, minds and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will miss Celia.
Love, Dave and Sue Kelly
Dear Uncle Josh,Auntie Joan,Celia and Melissa,
I’m not sure what to say because I know that no words can change what has happened. But sometimes words are needed to release emotions that can’t be expressed any other way. I love you all so much. I don’t believe in karma any more.
Deepest Sympathy and Love to the Kelly Family.
My sincere condolences to the family during a very difficult time in your lives. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love,
Sandy Wife of the late Andy Pasilis
To the families of sweet Celia. What a lovely young lady. It seems she lived a full, happy life in her short 22 years. So glad her last days were spent in doing something she loved. My prayers and love are with you.
Celia, you were just a little girl when I first met you. Time really flies.
I also remember you kindly showing us around at the Seattle Aquarium a few years ago. My daughters Tina and Elena remember you, too.
We still can’t believe you aren’t there. When I told the news to Tina, she cried. We hugged and cried.
Mom in Seattle, and especially Joan and Melissa, I don’t know what to say to help ease your pain, but I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and Braven and I asked all the people at our church to say a special prayer for you this past Sunday. Braven remembers Celia as having had so much promise and potential, and reminds us that her memory still provides an example of excellence and achievement that our two girls will be able to look up to and emulate.
And you will remain in our thoughts and prayers as we look forward to seeing you again soon.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Dear Josh and Joan-
We send all of our love and prayers. We feel so sad for your loss. May God sustain you in these days of grief in the loss of such a beautiful duaghter, as Celia. You both are in our thoughts- Love, Uncle Tom and Aunt May
Joan and Josh-
My heart goes out to both of you right now. What a tragic loss of such a beautiful, young life. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Love, Lisa Kelly Williams
So very sorry for your loss..
Kent Pasilis and family..Kelly, Darren, Amanda and Katie.
To Melissa and your mom and dad,
I’ve been thinking of you all, and wish you peace and comfort now and in the days to come.
Lisa Elliott McCullough
aka Ms. Lisa – 2nd/3rd grade teacher
Joan & Family, we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your daughter! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time!
To Josh and Joan and all of Celia’s loving family; Terry, Bob, Chris, Annie and your families:
I want to express my deepest sympathy for your loss of Celia. Her life was so full of promise and she has accomplished so much. You all must be so proud of her and miss her so deeply.
I hope that your wonderful and happy memories of her will be comforting.
I am so sorry.
Love,
Georgeann
To a part of my family who I really do not know, my sincerest and deepest condolences for your loss of your precious Celia. My heart aches for you.
Michele Pasilis
Daughter of Michael
Celia, you were always a good girl, very thoughtful of others. Now Jesus holds you in his arms.We all miss you so much. We think of you constantly.
Josh and Joan, there are no words to express our sorrow.
Love always,
Grandma and Grandpa Kelly
Celia I miss you so much, and I will never forget you. I really cannot express to you how much you have meant and still mean to me in. You were not just a cousin to me but a friend, and a sister. I miss you so much CELIA.. Love you always and forever Jacqueline
Dear Josh, Joan, and Celia’s family and friends,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope your many cherished memories of Celia help you to find some sort of comfort during this difficult time.
God bless,
Heather, Jason, Gavin and Tanner George Pasilis’ granddaughter
We are praying that you’ll find comfort and peace
in the sweet memories of a wonderful life.
Deepest Sympathy and Love
To Celia’s family, especially her mom Joan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. From all your friends at work. We love you.