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Kelvin "Kelly" Parr

Kelvin Parr Obituary

PARR, KELVIN "KELLY" 32, of Denver. Beloved son of Barbara Iandola. Brother of Tamara Parr. Preceded in death by his father Kelvin Parr, Sr. Visitation 9-11 AM with Services at 11 AM, Wednesday, June 17, 2009 at South Suburban Christian Church, 7275 So. Broadway, Littleton to Chapel Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kelvin Parr Memorial Fund c-o 1st Bank, 6355 Ward Rd., Arvada, CO 80004.

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Published by Denver Post from Jun. 14 to Jun. 15, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Kelvin Parr

67 Entries

Michelle Wilson

September 9, 2009

The last time I saw you, you were your normal laughing, smiling singing character. the world has lost a great person with a fantastic personality! I will always remember.

Nicole Miron

September 9, 2009

Wow...I just found out today. You will be deeply missed Kelly! You will forever be my favorite karaoke dj!

Brandie Volleberg

September 9, 2009

Kelly,
You were a wonderful friend. You have no idea how you touched Matt and I's lives. You were an amazing man.

THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!

Loni Westcott

August 25, 2009

Tammy,
My deepest condolences to you and your mother. I only meet Kelly a couple of times but I could see that he was great person and loved by everyone. My heart goes out to you both.

Shelly McCallister

June 25, 2009

Kelly- You will be dearly missed by all of those who knew you. You touched so many lives in so many ways. That smile will never be forgotten. You are dancing with the angels now and we all know your looking down on us from heaven. Rest in peace Kelly.

Felix Bauer

June 25, 2009

My dear Kelly,
thank you so much for the time we spend together as roomates, travelmates and friends.
You've been wonderful, picking me up when I was down and in being around and have a great time.
I truly hope that you are now at a great place where somebody is there for you as you have been there for me.

miss you

Dana Seidel

June 24, 2009

Looking at the pictures brings back so many memories of our year 1997 traveling with UWP. I am glad I met you again in 98 when I went "back on the road". You will be missed!!!

Mathias Joseph

June 22, 2009

Countless hours of singing with you in ’97 - eye to eye on the mic - I will always remember you as such a passionate person. There for others listening. True at al times. Thoroughly honest with a pinch of delightful sense for the funny side of life. Highly spirited. That’s how I will keep you in my memories. Your friend from the “high-tenor-fraction” of Cast E’97…

Tschüss, Kelly !!
With love for you and for your friends and family.

Elisabeth Olofsson

June 20, 2009

My heart goes out to everyone who knew this beautiful man. Kelly's laughter and smile will never be forgotten. You'll be greatly missed. Elisabeth - E'97

Audra (Meyer) Cardwell

June 18, 2009

I am so sorry to hear this news a bit too late. I traveled with Kelly "K-dog" in Up With People Cast E97'. His laughter will remain in my heart forever. He always had the best stories and his laugh could infect even the strangers walking down the street! We all loved him so very much and I want to thank you for bringing such a wonderful person into my life. He will be greatly missed. ~Audra (Meyer) Cardwell.

Shannon Whatton

June 18, 2009

My deepest sympathies to everyone who knew Kelly. I worked with him at Gunther Toody's years ago and have never forgotten him. He made everyone feel special and loved, and was the best person to be around. I'll miss you "my Big Daddy Caddy"

Marion Lewis

June 18, 2009

The master said, Well done, my good and faithful servant. You have been faithful in handling this small amount, so now I will give you many more responsibilities. Let’s celebrate together!

~ Matthew 25:23, NLT

God is celebrating to have Kelly home. Kelly's gift was to show all of us the love one person can spread to bring so many people together as seen yesterday at his funeral. I am honored to have been a part of that. There is proof he even smiles after his passing. As i took my two young daughters, Melanies little sisters to say good by to him, Jade mentioned that she felt a chill as she turned around and at the same moment her little sister Nelly said: Jade did you see that? Kelly just smiled at us. So be assured Kelly is smiling on all of us. Be blessed

Melanie's Mom

Tobias Eschholz

June 18, 2009

It is with deep regret that I hear of this tragic event. Please be assured that Kelly left a long lasting impression with his uplifting spirit and outstanding humor. It is very sad we will never meet again. Yet, he will be in my memory still.

Carisa - Kalynne - Lawrence Sanchez

June 17, 2009

Kelly....what can I say about this wonderful human being that people don't already know? His strength, laughter, demeanor, personality and courage lit up every room. Over the last couple of years we have had little contact due to the nature of life and people growing apart. But "WESTSIDE" will never be forgotten...I will also never forget your support in my decision to have my daughter Kalynne. It is friends like you that people will never forget because you left footprints on our hearts.

Please be one of the angels that meet me in the gates of heaven....until then you will never be forgotten.

To Barb and Tammy - my deepest condolences.

annebelle van Dijk

June 17, 2009

Not only his smile and laughter, but his sincere interest in the other person, made Kelly a wonderful travel companion, as we traveled together with UWP’97. I remember his caring nature, when I came back to the UWP group from a weeks stay in a German hospital. Because I was tired and in pain, instead of going downstairs to a party, he stayed at my bedside until I fell a sleep,.
Some weeks ago I wrote him a note in his facebook. Unfortunately I never got in contact with him, but it is good to know he was well loved by his family, friends, and lovely girlfriend.
My heart goes out to all of you. Annebelle

June 17, 2009

I only met you once 16 years ago but i will never forget you

Sid & Jenny Jeffress

June 17, 2009

Fantasy Football will never be the same without Kelly! He was a joy to be around and made us all laugh. We will miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Robyn

June 17, 2009

Kelly's smile could light up any situation. It was so wonderful to share the Up With People experience with him. I'll never forget his laughter.

Alonna Butler

June 17, 2009

Kelly today we say our final goodbyes to you, but yet will think about you everyday. Every thought I have about you brings a smile to my face and reminds me of just how good you were to me in my time of need. I am singing to you "It's so hard to say goodbye", but I know you are looking down on us and will forever be our angel!
Miss you Kellz!
Your Queen B

Marieke Taal

June 16, 2009

Wow! So very sorry to learn Kelly passed on! He truly was a joy to have around. We traveled together during the year of Up with People.He was definitely one of the most remarkable persons in the 150-count group. Always cheerful and ready to help! His positivity was contageous! We will never forget Kelly. Wishing his loved ones a lot of strength with this great loss!

Tealee Hinger

June 16, 2009

Barb and Tammy,
I want to thank you for sharing Kelly with the world. Kelly never met a stranger because he was a friend to everyone. He will always be missed, and will forever remain in my heart.

June 16, 2009

Kelly you are a wonderful person and have a heart of gold. I will always remember walking down the hall way at school hitting you like a football player. You always seemed to win that battle! But it was a good laugh. I will miss you big guy.

Monica Gomez

I will love him forever and always...Melanie

June 16, 2009

Dustin and Shauntai Skarphol

June 16, 2009

Kelly was one who couldn't go without touching the lives of those he met. He certainly touched ours. Such a warm spirit and a caring heart. He will truly be missed and we will never forget that voice! Our thoughts and prayers go out to all his friends and family! Much Love!

Deborah Robertson

June 16, 2009

As I write this, my daughter Erica is on a flight out to Denver to pay her last respects to Kelly. She loved him so very much. He was a kind and decent man who I believe would do anything for anyone. He came all the way from Colorado to sing for Erica's wedding 7 years ago. We haven't seen him since, but we love him still.

Hey Kelly,
I know what you're doing right now. You're sitting at the grand piano in the clouds doing a sing-a-long like you did at Erica's wedding with the rest of the angels in Heaven. You will be greatly missed. We love you.

Doug and Deb Robertson

June 16, 2009

Angela Wilson-Doss

June 16, 2009

I never had the honor of meeting Kelly, I only knew of him as "Tank" on the Tom Martino Troubleshooter Show, I grew to love and enjoy Tanks personality and intelligence, his laughter will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and co-worker he leaves, but remember, there will always be laughter when you think of the great friend who touched so many lives in such a short time.
I only heard your voice and laughter, via podcast, And now I know your somewhere lounging, having a blast!
Angela Wilson-Doss (Sacramento, CA)

Chrissy Ridgely

June 16, 2009

To my rockstar friend Kelly,

I loved how you lit up a room when you walked in. Your smile was like a ray of sunshine. I think I will miss that the most. Everyone that knew you instantly loved you. You were truly one of a kind. You were the kind of guy that wanted to take me out for a beautiful night on YOUR birthday to a wonderful restaurant and Phantom. You refused to let me give you a present or pay for dinner. You were even so thoughtful as to call ahead to make sure that I couldn't get in touch with anyone at the restaurant to let me pay. I still remember the card that you gave me, "Through this roller coaster we call life, I am glad to be along with you on this ride".

You were a wonderful person and friend. You were always there for me, no matter what hard times we went through. You accepted me for all my faults and wouldn't ever let anyone say anything bad about me. Thank you for being the wonderful kind person that you were and you have no idea how much you will be missed.

Love,
Your friend PQ

Troy Benns

June 16, 2009

I attended school with Kelly. I was a grade ahead of him. I have not seen him since High school, but I have not forgotten about him. It is imposable to forget certain people. I remember how he treated people around him, and his smile. I learned from him how to smile at people around you with your heart, and soul. I am saddened by the news of his passing. The brightest lights always burn the fastest. I will always remember his kind, gentle smile.

steve mccloud

June 16, 2009

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.

June 16, 2009

Kelly will be missed very much. He was a wonderful person. I loved hanging out with him and had a blast when we shared an apartment together. I was blessed to have had him for a friend.

Love,
Missy

Ruth Terpstra Severns

June 16, 2009

It was such a joy to have Kelly spend so much time at our home while he was in high school. He brought so much joy and laughter. We will miss you, Kelly

Cinnamon Creel

June 16, 2009

I knew Kelly through a friend at KOA and spent several Thursday nights with them both back in 2007 while he was producing the radio show with Big Steve. I also had the opportunity to spend a few nights with him and friends at Karaoke and at his 30th birthday party. He always asked me to sing "I Hope You Dance" and I will forever remember that as Kelly's song. Kelly was an amazing guy and anyone who knew him counts themselves fortunate to have known him. He will be missed incredibly.

Carrie Norris

June 16, 2009

Kelly will be missed so much, he was a great guy and his smile was truly the BEST. He was always so kind and sweet to me. My heart goes out to all of his family and friends. I didn't know Kelly without Mel being right beside him,you might be able to have some comfort in knowing that he was very happy being with Mel when God decide it was time to come home.
Kelly, I will miss you!
Carrie

KAT BEAUDRY

June 16, 2009

THOUGH I DID NOT KNOW KELLY WELL. I REMEMBER HE AND MELANIES FIRST DATE AT FUNUGUYZ... KARAOKE NIGHT OF COURSE.. THEY ALREADY LOOKED SO HAPPY TOGETHER.

KELLY YOU ARE WITH US IN SPIRIT AND I KNOW YOU WILL BE LOOKING UPON US IN LIFE. MELANIE LOVED YOU BEYOND ALL ELSE.

KELLY YOU WILL BE MISSED. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY AND TO MEL.

MY HEART IS DEEPLY SADDENED FOR YOUR LOSS

Jennifer McCallister

June 16, 2009

I only got to meet Kelly once, but being Melanie's sister and having her talk to me about him every chance she got made me feel like I knew him very well. The one time I met him, he walked into my house with a great smile and you could tell what a genuinely awesome and kind person he was. We will always miss him and never forget him.

Brad & Joni Leonard

June 16, 2009

It was truly a joy to have had Kelly in our lives. He lit up any room with his big personality and beautiful smile. Everyone that knew Kelly loved him. He gave us many, many laughs. We will always be thankful for the blessing of knowing such a beautiful person. You will be missed Kelly!

Lucy Moritz

June 16, 2009

Kelly...I can´t believe it. I traveled with him 1997 with UWP. A few weeks ago I was going through some pictures of our year. I found one with Kelly and a huge black shark for the pool (out of plastic). We had a wonderful stay together in the same host family. We were talking half of the night while swimming in that pool. I wanted to get in touch with him again. Now it´s too late. I can´t believe it. With him I got to know a real funny and wonderful person. My thoughts are with his familiy and his girlfriend.
Lucy

Kelly and Jan at Rehearsal Dinner

June 16, 2009

Tanya and Kelly at Rehearsal Dinner

June 16, 2009

Kelly and Kevin at Rehearsal Dinner

June 16, 2009

Mexico Wedding Rehearsal Dinner

June 16, 2009

Emotional congratulation to Kevin

June 16, 2009

Kelly congratulating Kevin after wedding

June 16, 2009

Kelly at Danielson Wedding 2006 in Mexico

June 16, 2009

David & Amy Heide

June 15, 2009

Kelly was a good friend. Our lives are better for having known him. If only it could have been for longer. We were blessed to have a wonderful time with him at our home the night before he left us. We will be forever greatful for every moment we had with him, for his amazing singing voice, his friendly smile, and for taking all of our money in poker. Miss ya Kelly.

Melanie McCallister

June 15, 2009

Kelly was my love, my light. I miss him beyond words. Kelly you lit up my life and I can't express how much I will miss your kisses, embrace, and most of all your love.

Jen Corsentino

June 15, 2009

Kelly was a wonderful caring guy whose smile lit up a room. I will treasure all of our time on the road together in 97, especially the "C"(Colorado uppies) pictures crossing every border. You will be missed my friend! My prayers to your family.

Melissa Gambrill

June 15, 2009

Kelly's laughter is contagious and his smile can brighten a room. You'll be greatly missed. Borza - E'97

Heather Thoennes

June 15, 2009

Kelly was an amazing person. I knew him through my sister Erica who traveled with him in UWP. He also sang in her wedding. When I traveled to see some of their shows we always hung with Kelly, he was so much fun. I am very happy I had the opportunity to know such a wonderful man. He will be missed by so many. My thoughts are with your family during this time. May his spirit live on forever.

Heather (Robertson) Thoennes

Alanna Hansen(Rogalski)

June 15, 2009

My deepest sympothies to Kelly's family. I'm saddened by the loss of a dear "Uppie". He was a great friend to us all and a joy to be around.

Anya Adams

June 15, 2009

Kelly made a great impact in the world and he will truly be missed.

Joerg Buechting

June 15, 2009

Kelly always supported me while traveling with UWP and I will miss him too.

Erica Plaetz

June 15, 2009

Kelly was one of my best friends. I think we talked on a monthly basis even with his busy schedule, we always managed to find time to touch base with each other. He sang in my wedding 7 years ago on the 22nd of this month and did such an amazing job. I am so unbelievably saddened by this loss and will truly miss him. God bless you and your family.

Erica (Robertson) Plaetz

Marion Lewis

June 15, 2009

Dear Barbara and Tammy,
i had the honor to know Kelly for just a very short time. But as i told him on a voicemail once, i am blessed that he has made my daughter Melanie so incredibly happy. I told him on his voicemail bevore i even met him that i am happy that he has put a permanent smile on Melanie's face. I so thank him for that. Being a mom, seeing the pain Melanie is going through, i pray for your family and ours for healing and peace. He will be greatly and forever misssed. God bless.
Marion Lewis

Lisa Rookard-Swetz

June 15, 2009

I also traveled with Kelly in E'97...he was a joy to be around and will be missed tremendously.

My prayers are with your family.

~Lisa

Tristen Hubbard

June 15, 2009

To Kelly's family,

I traveled with Kelly in E'97, and he became one of my most favorite people in the world. I was so sad to hear of his passing this morning through other E'97 castmates. He was truly my friend and one of my most favorite memories from being on the road with Up with People.

He will forever be in my heart and my memories. I am truly sorry for your loss, and for Cast E'97's.

~Tristen

Michelle Carli

June 15, 2009

Kelly was a wonderful person, always kept me smiling. Kelly was a very kind hearted , talented soul. Kelly will be truely missed and loved.

Jan Chapman

June 15, 2009

So sorry for your loss. Traveling with Kelly in UWP was quite the experience.. he was always so full of life. He will be deeply missed by all his Up With People friends!

Gary Sharp

June 15, 2009

Kelly, I can't believe you're gone. The year we all travelled together was the best year of my life, and you were a part of it. Up With People's Cast E'97 lost a big part of it's heart and soul today. God Bless You and Rest In Peace Big Guy.

Lynn (Bonds) Martinez

June 15, 2009

Kelly was amazing! He played the genie in our high school marching band, he was so funny. He brought joy to so many people, my prayers are with you.

Hesper Main

June 14, 2009

Kelly was charasmatic,sweet, talented, genuine, one of a kind.He will be deeply missed. God Bless to the family and all who suffer from this tragic loss.

Trevor and Jan Struck

June 14, 2009

Kelly loved life. He was such a joy and brought us so much laughter, fun and great memories. Jan is Tanya Danielson's Aunt and we spent five days in Mexico with Kelly for Kevin and Tanya's wedding. We will miss him forever! God Bless his family and best friend Kevin......

Jan is out of town this weekend and will add photos Monday

Mike & Sherri O'Lear

June 14, 2009

Barbara and Tammy,
We have such fond memories of Kelly. He was always happy and flashing that big smile of his. It is hard to know he is gone. He will be missed by so many who adored him. May God bless you both during this difficult time.

Kandi Danielson O'Connor

June 14, 2009

Barbara and Tammy - Kelly was truly a special person here on earth and loved by so many. He is smiling down on you now. My prayers are with you during this time.

M. Concetta Busnardo

June 14, 2009

Barbara and Tammy,

With deepest sympathy our hearts go out to you both in the loss of a wonderful sweet man. He was one of a kind and will be missed by many. I'll never forget the BIG heart Kelly had and shared with all. May he rest in peace. I love you and Tammy dearly. Please let us know if we can be of any help in any way during this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

The Busnardo Family (Concetta)

June 14, 2009

Dearest Barbara - Knowing that Kelly was and is one of God's Angels (one of His roses) bring you comfort during
this difficult time. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Susie Runkle

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