Anna Marie Kelley

1938 - 2024

Anna Marie Kelley obituary, 1938-2024, Princeton, MN

Anna Marie Kelley

1938 - 2024

BORN

1938

DIED

2024

Anna Kelley Obituary

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Anna Marie Kelley, 85, of Princeton, Minnesota died February 22, 2024 in Milaca, Minnesota.

She was born on October, 22 1938 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Jorgine (Nielsen) and Herman Rau. Anna was united in marriage to Larry Kelley on May 7, 1961. They made their home in Princeton, Minnesota, raising three children. Anna worked various jobs over the years, including St. Cloud Poultry, Crystal Cabinets, and Plastic Products.

She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She also enjoyed doing puzzles, making crafts, and going to garage sales. She had a passion for helping and caring for others. This led her to volunteer at Princeton & Milaca Elim Home. Anna and her husband Larry loved going for Sunday drives around Mille Lacs lake.

She is survived by her daughters Kathleen and husband Courtney of Cambridge and Gloria of Florida; four grandchildren Crystal, Joshua, Jacob (Amanda), and Brooke; three great-grandchildren Chloe, Layla, and Landon; brother Glenn and wife Donna; special friend Sharon Ryding; along with other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband Larry, son Randy (Turtle), parents, and siblings.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 2nd at 1pm, Milaca Elim Chapel, Milaca, Minnesota.

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