Dr. John R. Kelley obituary, Cedar Rapids, IA

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November 20, 2015

I am so sorry to hear this. Dr. Kelley was my superintendent while teaching in Fairfield.

John Leuenberger

November 16, 2015

Carolyn,
So sorry to hear of John's passing. We truly enjoyed his tenure here at Lena-Winslow school district. He was just what our district needed at the time he was here. Enjoyed the get togethers we had at your home in Lena. His dedication to students of all ability levels was much appreciated. God's grace be with you and your family during this difficult time. Deepest sympathy. John L

Jan Pritchard Witthaus

November 5, 2015

Carolyn, Jonathan and Doug, my sincere condolences for your great loss of a husband and dad. Prayers are being spoken for peace and comfort during this difficult time.

November 5, 2015

Carolyn, Many years ago my Aunt Marge (Mom's Sister) described a relative's passing as a "low blow" and I have never forgotten it. That is exactly how I feel about your loss, and I am so sorry that John's life was cut short by this devastating illness. He was such a great guy and I know that he will be missed by many. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.

Dave and Lil Polley

Diane Buck-Zollman

November 5, 2015

Carolyn and Family, Am very sorry for your loss. John was always such a nice guy. David and I were just talking about your family the other day and when you lived next door to us. Thinking of you

Shawna Applegate

November 5, 2015

So sorry to hear of Dr. Kelley's passing. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.

Steve Crile

November 5, 2015

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

Brad Rose

November 5, 2015

Sorry to hear the news of his passing. I appreciate the start he gave me in education. To his family, you have my prayers.

November 5, 2015

Carolyn, I have just returned to Iowa Tuesday and was given the news via Mary Kay and your son's friend Lorena. November 1 is All Saint's day in Catholic faith I am sosorry and disappointed I do not have your current phone number. Eternal Rest grant unto John Oh Lord and may you and your family have peace. Love Mary Ann

Mary Gerbode

November 5, 2015

I have just heard the news of John's passing and wanted to wish all of his family my sincere condolences. I worked with John when he was at Lena-Winslow School District and remember with fondness many wonderful gatherings hosted by Carolyn. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow.

Pete Conway

November 5, 2015

Dr. Kelley was our superintendent for a number of years.
I was on the Lena-Winslow school board during his tenure.
Dr. Kelley did a great job of leading our district in a time when we needed a firm hand.
He took control of the district and got everybody's focus back on educating our students.
John and I agreed and disagreed at times but I always liked him.
If he had wanted to stay longer as our superintendent he could of.
John was and still is a good guy.

Pete Conway

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