Carolyn Janet Graddick Kelly

Carolyn Janet Graddick Kelly obituary

Carolyn Janet Graddick Kelly

Carolyn Kelly Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 7, 2010.
KELLY Mrs. Carolyn Janet Graddick Kelly of 9044 Castle Blvd. passed away peacefully April 2, 2010. She was a native of Jacksonville, Fl, where she received her early education in local public schools of Duval County, graduating from New Stanton Senior High School- Class of 1965. She was a faithful member of Emanuel Missionary Baptist Church, Rev. Herb Anderson, Pastor, where she served as member of District # 25 and Vacation Bible School Worker. Mrs. Kelly was employed by Blue Cross Blue Shield as a Claims Examiner until she retired after 30 years of dedicated service. She was predeceased by both parents, Nathan and Willie Mae Graddick; and sister, Mrs. Wilma Hodge. Survivors include her husband, Curtis L. Kelly, Sr.; sons, Curtis L. Kelly, Jr. and Craig L. Kelly; 8 grandchildren; 4 great- grands; brothers, Nathan Graddick, Jr. (Mary Ann) and Carlton Graddick; sisters, Mrs. Gwendolyn Rogers (Sidney) and Ms. Ivey Roberson-Howard; mother-in-law, Crawley Mae Kelly; brother and sisters-in-law, Larry Hodge, Ms. Margie K. Cody, Ms. Sandra K. Smith, Mrs. Debora K. Steele (Emerson), Mrs. Beverly J. Griffin (Lenward, Jr.); a number of other relatives and friends. FUNERAL SERVICE will be held 11AM, Friday, April 9, 2010 at her church, with Rev. James W. Henry, officiating. Mrs. Kelly will rest in the mortuary for visitation Thursday from 5 PM until 8 PM (where the family will receive friends at 5 PM) and Friday at the church from 9 AM until the hour of service. Interment will be in Edgewood Cemetery. The cortege will assemble at the residence under the direction of ALPHONSO WEST MORTUARY, INC., 4409 Soutel Dr. 904-766-9671. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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April 1, 2025

Ciara Kelly posted to the memorial.

November 5, 2024

Erika Crenshaw posted to the memorial.

March 22, 2021

Bertha Scott-Robinson posted to the memorial.

Ciara Kelly

April 1, 2025

Another year without my bestie, but you will forever be in my heart and engraved in my soul! I love you beyond this earth. I miss you daily but I know your proud!

Erika Crenshaw

November 5, 2024

I wish you were here to see all the beautiful things you sowed into. I love you and miss your presence auntie.

Bertha Scott-Robinson

March 22, 2021

Remembering Carolyn has given me mixed emotions. I saw Carolyn as a lovable and sweet person who will be missed by her family. May she rest in Peace. May the work she did speaks for her. The family has my deepest sympathy. The Scott-Robinson Family

Ciara Kelly

July 6, 2020

its taken me 10 years to come to your memorial page, &' the pain is just as real 10 years later. ilove you with all of my heart &' out memories will forever be special to me. ihope you are living peacefully in the clouds with your loved ones just save a space for me when its my time.

Craig Kelly

April 1, 2020

10 years. I know youre in a better place. The selfish me wants you hear. The God in me trusts.

Bertha Scott-Robinson

April 1, 2020

Carolyn was one of the sweetest person I know. We worked together for several years. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, sister-in-law. Though she has been gone for 10 years, it seems as though she just left yesterday. I will always love and miss Carolyn. To the family love her but let her go for she is in the arms of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. You are still in our thoughts and prayers: Bertha L. Scott-Robinson and Family

April 2, 2019

Netta Pozo

April 1, 2019

I miss you like crazy.

LLP

October 28, 2010

I kneel in tears, praying for some sort of remedy. I need an antidote. Just something to take this hurt away. Each hurdle, each obstacle leaves me with no escape route. No explanation as to why a person who gives so much has to go through so much. Lord, I've had so many things I love taken away from me. My second mother sent to me from You, placed in my life for reasons unknown to so many but all actions shown to me and words spoken have never gone unappreciated. I look at her strength and pray that God would bless me with half of what He's allowed her to obtain. The courage, patience, and love that you've displayed over the years just reiterates what I've believed in all along. I've watched you as I've grown and the only thing that has changed is the intensity of the love and compassion you have for so many others. It just seems like not enough is given in return. I've never wanted to wonder how my life would be without you in it. Through the pain, tiredness, and weary, you somehow still manage to be not only a blessing but an example of how awesome God is and through His greatness, He places great people in our lives. There are only a handful of people who have made my life so much easier. The love of a mother is one that can't be compared to any other. I love you for all that you are, for everything that u done, and for being you despite everything you went through.You are proof that there really are angels. I love you because you are my angel.

Pozo

July 26, 2010

Missing You....

May 13, 2010

Happy Birthday Mama

Roxie A. Smith Williams & Family

April 19, 2010

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

Calvin & Gloria Smith

April 19, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Charles & Roslyn Smith

April 19, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Pastor JoAnn Smith

April 19, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in the lost of your loved one.

Walter & Deborah Smith and Family

April 19, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Daniel Smith and Family

April 19, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

DEVIN OUTLAW

April 14, 2010

I LOVE YOU GRANNY CAROLYN....

Erma J. Smith McCullough

April 13, 2010

Curtis, Gwen, Nathan, Carlton and your families; I am sorry to hear of your lost, I will keep all of you in my prayers.

C. (Tiny) Johnson

April 13, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Alice Ansley

April 11, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

April 10, 2010

Our prayer are with you in your time of need. God always knows best and may Carolyn rest in peace for journey here on earth has ended. She is now go home to be with our heavenly Father. To the Kelly family please be strong and bond together. My God bless you in this time of need.

April 10, 2010

The loss to all of you in the natural is great but the gain in heaven is greater. May The Lord God bless you in this time. Trod on and see what the end will be. We love you and wish all of you the best.
The Campbells
Daniel and Maegoldie

Zelma Roseborough

April 9, 2010

Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever

To: Curtis and the kids; Gwen, Nathan,
Carlton (Jolly) and Ivey. I am so sorry for your lost I will keep your family in my prayers.

Newberry-Rigby

April 8, 2010

Craig i'm so sorry for your lost. Me and my family have you in our prayers The Newberry Family

The Berry Family

April 8, 2010

To Gwen and the Kelly family, you all are in our thoughts and prayers. God always knows best and never makes mistakes. Carolyn was a joy to be around and a very loving and giving person. She had the most beautiful smile which she shared with whoever she came in contact with. She had such a pleasant spirit about her and that you will find in all of her family. Always remember what a special jewel God blessed you all with. She lives on in your hearts. We love you all.

Bertha Scott

April 7, 2010

To: The husband, children, grands and all other family members of Carolyn. I knew Carolyn and I found her to be a joy to be around and I know each of you are going to miss her, but we all must remember that death is just the gateway that God used to get Carolyn from where she was to where He wanted her to be. I know you all are going to hurt because you will not see her present anymore, but remember her as she was, the kind, loving as sweet person she was. Remember all the jokes Carolyn must have told to you all over the years and laugh, but in time, move on for she has. I know she would not want any of you to be sad because she is rejoicing with our Heavenly Father and she would not trade that for one second of what she left behind. Yes it sadden my heart, but I know each of us must pass this way one day. May the work Carolyn did speak for her. May the life she lived speak for her, because now she is resting and there is nothing else that can be said. All my love and prayers to the family. Bertha Scott and Family.

Anissa Dixon

April 7, 2010

To: The Kelly Family....I can't explain how I feel right now. I have know you all for such a long time. My thoughts and prayers are with you til the end of time. Anissa R. Dixon

P.S. i can always be contacted at (904)318-1911

LATOYA BOSSARD

April 7, 2010

TO CRAIG AND YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD COMFORT YOU IN YOUR TIME OF GRIEF. MAY HE STRENGTHEN YOU AS WELL., KNOW THAT SHE SHE IS GONE TO A BETTER PLACE NO MORE SUFFERING BUT JOY AND PEACE ALWAYS REMEMBERING THE GOOD TIMES YOU ALL SPENT TOGETHER.

April 7, 2010

To: Gwen Graddick Rogers & Family:
Your family is in our thoughts and
prayers.
Shirley Jones & Family

Fletcher & Judith Tukes

April 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayer are with you all in your time of grief. We are sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special angel to watch over you all. May your memories bring you all comfort.

Robert Walthour

April 7, 2010

The steps of a good man (woman) are ordered by the Lord, and he delighteth in his way.

Della Walthour

April 7, 2010

PSALM 24:1
The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.

Leaderbird Association

April 7, 2010

Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. God makes no mistakes..hold fast to his unchanging hand during your time of grief.

April 7, 2010

To Gwen,Nathan and family,May God give you peace and strength to endure the transitioning of Carolyn to her final resting place. The joy of this is that we will see her again when we all get to heaven.
Carolyn was dutiful as a servant of God to do whatever was needed for District 25. She always was willing to give her all..

Deacon Francis & Rosemary Anderson
Emanuel Baptist Church

marilyn monroe wilson

April 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

April 7, 2010

I will NEVER forget you. I will ALWAYS love you.

JACKIE SHUMAN COBB

April 7, 2010

TO:THE KELLY AND GRADDICK FAMILIES.
TO EVERY THING THERE IS A SEASON,AND A TIME TO EVERY PURPOSE UNDER THE HEAVEN:
A TIME TO BE BORN,AND A TIME TO DIE;IT IS OK TO MOURN,BUT JOY WILL COME IN THE MORNING.MAY THE LORD FOREVER BLESS YOU ALL AND KEEP YOU IN HIS CARE.

A FRIEND ALWAYS,JACKIE SHUMAN COBB

Mary Redding Gordon

April 7, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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