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Fred Kellerman Obituary

Fred W. Kellerman, 90, passed away on December 2, 2008 surrounded by his family. His death was attributable to complications from ALS and Parkinson's. He was born September 15, 1918 in Kansas City to Joseph and Mary Kellerman, the eighth of nine children. Fred attended Cathedral grade school and graduated from De La Salle High School. He was a member of Saint Agnes parish for over 60 years. Fred was a furniture salesman/interior decorator his entire life and worked at a number of local stores, the most recent being Cousin's Furniture. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary; four sisters, Josephine, Anne, Theresa, Marie; four brothers, Joe, Louis, John, Henry; infant grandson, Kyle. Fred is survived by his wife of 64 years, Josephine; his sons: Larry (Chris), Robert (Nancy), Ronald, Dennis (Elaine), Patrick (Jo Ellen), Stephen (Janis), Kevin (Margaret), Brian (Karen), Timothy (Nancy) and Sean and daughter Sue Bussjaeger (Dave). Also surviving are 25 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren and sister-in- law, Joyce Kellerman. Fred will be missed by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Services will start with the rosary at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 6 at Saint Agnes Church: 5250 Mission Road, Roeland Park, Kansas. Visitation will follow from 9-11 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow visitation. Burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery in Lenexa. The family would like to express its appreciation to Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas/Hospice for their support. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Saint Agnes Church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.amosfamily.com (arr. The Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee, 913- 631-5566)

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Published by Kansas City Star from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2008.

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Bill Howard

December 24, 2008

Ron, I was so sorry to hear about
the passing of your father. I enjoyed
our visits when you came to Oswego
with Debbie. May he rest in peace.

John Sulley

December 8, 2008

Larry, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John and Cindy Sulley

David Lierz

December 6, 2008

Fabulous Freddie, as I used to call you when we were children, you were an inspiration and a terrific father to an extended group that included not only your own numerous children and but their countless friends, too. You played basketball like an NBA player and you could wrestle APBA like Lou Thesz, who supplied another of your aliases. A master of all sports, your All-Star performances in the annual Thanksgiving Day "Turkey Bowl" are legendary. I doubt your son Steve ("Brute") will recover from that hit you laid on him back in 1987. I understand he still limps to this day.

Always a host to a household of kids, you and Jo, the love of your life, were like another set of parents to me. And you once sold my wife and me a phenomenal dining room set. You could sell anything with your personality, Fred, you were an unforgettable character.

A great number of people, including myself, will miss you a lot. The world is a better place because you were here for 90 years, and now it is Heaven's turn to enjoy your company!

My condolences to your family,
David Lierz

Dick Byard

December 6, 2008

Although I am unable to visit with you in person, because of a recent surgery, I want to express my condolences to all the Kellerman family. I always respected and admired Fred, and all his family."May his soul rest in peace and may eternal light shine upon him."

December 5, 2008

I love you grandpa. Kelly

Theresa Gartner

December 5, 2008

Dear Brian & family,
My thoughts & prayers are with you through this difficult time..
Your dad lived a long life surrounded by a wonderful family. Now he is in a better place.
Fondly,
Theresa Peterson Gartner

Frank & Jeanne Matschina

December 4, 2008

Larry & Family

Our thoughts are with you at this time. May you savor all the best memories. The TUESDAY TOUR golf group in the Twin Cities will send a memorial to St. Agnes on behalf of your father.

John & Marilyn Watson

December 4, 2008

Larry,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

Maria Rodriguez

December 4, 2008

Kevin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
May the Lord give you the peace to accept these difficult times.
Maria Rodriguez

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