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Kelli Rose Obituary
Kelli Ann Rose died peacefully with her husband holding her hand and her dog Harper by her side on August 7th, 2021, at their home in Aurora, CO following a brave bout with cancer.
Kelli was born on December 29, 1959. She attended Manzano High School and University of New Mexico both in Albuquerque. Kelli was an orthodontic assistant in Albuquerque New Mexico and in Aurora Colorado where she later became their treatment coordinator. Kelli was also an administrative assistant for Prudential-Bache Securities in Albuquerque New Mexico where she and her husband Curtis Rose met for the first time in 1984. Kelli retired several years ago.
Kelli and Curt just celebrated their 36th wedding anniversary on July 27, 2021. They shared loving years together and built a lifetime of priceless memories.
Kelli was preceded in death by her loving parents Geraldine and Adolph Guzmán. She is survived by her husband Curtis Rose, her sister Kristi Jain and her husband John Jain, her niece Lauren Ariaz and her nephew Ryan Ariaz of Albuquerque, NM.
Kelli always enjoyed being with family and friends where her smile and laughter filled any room. Kelli also enjoyed traveling, cooking, entertaining, reading, and golf. Kelli touched so many lives with her zeal for life.
In lieu of flowers, the family request that one may honor her memory by making any donation of their choice to any charity of their choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Calysta Manzari
May 12, 2023
Kelli was one of the most vivacious people I have ever known. I am so fortunate to have known her. Best condolences Curt. Calysta
Debra Panebouef Widmer
September 17, 2021
My deepest sympathies for Kelli´s family. I had lost contact with Kelli after high school, but my memories of our wonderful friendship will always live in my heart. Her great sense of humor, radiant smile and big heart were a blessing in my life.
Magdalena Arias Monserrat from Puerto de Luna NM
August 13, 2021
To Kelli's Family and Friends I offer my deepest condolences on the passing of Kelli Ann. She was a special aunt to Lauren and Ryan and loving sister to Kristi. Curtis and the Jain Ariaz Family are in my thoughts during this most difficult time.
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