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Shane Kelly Obituary

Shane Patrick Kelly Born November 3, 1982 Died March 11, 2010 Led by white doves, the angels came and took our Shane home today and now his struggles are over. His body and mind are at peace and he can now dream of happiness deserved. We can almost hear his father say "Here comes my boy!" Shane will be remembered for his constant sense of humor even in the midst of fighting his internal demons. He always had a joke or two and his Irish eyes shown with that humor. Shane was preceded in death by his father Robert N. Kelly, brother Troy Elliott, and "Gizmo". He is survived by his mother Bonnie Kelly, grandmother Selma Barragan, brothers Chuck and Robert (Corky) Elliott, sister Teri Kelly, loving aunts and uncles, other family members and friends, best friends Sarah Stack and Shan Maggart, special family friend MaryAnn Herrera, and his buddy "JJ". There will be a memorial service at Chapel in the Pines Funeral Home on Friday, March 26, 2010 at 1:00p.m.. To leave an online condolence visit: www.ChapelinthePinesFuneralHome.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Mar. 15, 2010.

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Amanda England

March 9, 2024

I miss you everyday. I love you cuz

Mandy

March 9, 2022

Oh Shane, I can't believe it's been 12 years. So much has happened and wish you were here to share it with.
I miss you and I love you forever

Holly Peck

December 2, 2021

I honestly can't believe it's been 11 years. I still think about you often and miss you so much.

Mandy England

March 11, 2021

I sure miss you. I think about you all the time. I love you

Lindsey Ventre Gomez

February 24, 2019

Still miss you forever. Think of you and love you always

Amanda H

April 11, 2010

Shane was a friend of mine years ago, I am also very sad to hear of his death. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Katie W

March 26, 2010

Shane what a nice time we had all those years ago. They wanted us to be models, that would have taken us on a different path, but your are where you belong now. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Kristie (Joann Norris' Granddaughter) Mullins

March 19, 2010

Shane was my childhood best friend. I am devastated to learn of his passing. My prayers are with you Bonnie! Shane was such an amazing person and I loved him dearly. Shane you are so incredibly missed!

Kari Angevine

March 19, 2010

I want to share my condolences to the Kelly family. Shane was a classmate of mine during middle school at St. Casmir. As a new student to a group of classmates that had been together for years, he was very welcoming to me. I will always be grateful towards his kind actions and remember his humor.

Marty and Sheri Wade

March 18, 2010

Dear Bonnie, Marty and I are so sorry for your loss. Our daughter who lives in Haslett told us today. We pray that you find peace in this difficult time. May God Bless and watch over you..Marty and Sheri Wade Clermont, Florida

Mike Radigan

March 16, 2010

Live every day like its your last...and one day you'll be right..God Bless Shane and Bob

John England

March 15, 2010

Psalms "The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever."

To a family that is mourning for a bright and wonderful person that left us to go to a more wonderful world of clouds, flowers, and peace. Shane was a good person, for the little time I knew him he was very joyful and full of smiles, he still is, he is looking down right now with his father by his side looking at all of his wonderful family and friends that will miss him dearly. Shane you will never be forgotten.

Amanda England

March 15, 2010

Shane oh Shane,where do I start. I love you and will always and forever. I wish we could turn time back and I was still that Hero to you as I used to always be till the day you went to be in peace.I wish it didn't have to happen this way, I am sorry I didn't stop this from happening but GOD has a reason for everything and your mission here on earth was done.I hate it so very much but I have to accept that.I mill always miss you and most of all will ALWAYS LOVE YOU.Tell your Dad I said HI and I LOVE HIM to.Always and forever "Your Hero"

Susan Cavera

March 15, 2010

My heartfelt condolences to the family of Shane. I was his Kindergarten teacher so very many years ago, and he continues to hold a special place in my memory and in my heart. May God bless you in this difficult time and may God bless Shane.

Aunt Patty

March 15, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Dick Weber

March 15, 2010

Bonnie: Our prayers and thoughts
to you. Your life has had many ups
and downs and you've proven to be
one of Gods chosen. You've stood up
well and proud and may you continue.
"Dad" Coke and Smoke has his "Man"
back. No wonder the sun is showing so
bright.
Dick & Gail Weber

March 15, 2010

Shane,you are finally free of the chains that hold down a body. You can now soar as an eagle into the loving arms of Our Lord and your dad. Give him a special hug.
Aunt Ruth Anne (Sister)

Amanda Everett

March 15, 2010

I'll never forget at my party in Kindergarten, he busted open the pinata and no candy came out (my parents thought it came with) and he said, "All that work for nothin'!" I still have his birthday card and it said "I love you" in it. I remember him as a very nice and sweet boy.

-Amanda Everett (former IHM student in Shane's grade)

Lindsey Ventre

March 15, 2010

Shane was like a brother to me. He taught me so much about who I am and who I want to be. He was a truly someone that you don't meet every day. I know his soul is at rest now, and I am truly thankful that he will no longer have to suffer. I have the utmost love and resepct for all of Shane's friends and family members and i wish us all peace in this difficult time. Bonnie, I love you!

March 15, 2010

My condolences as you mourn the loss of Shane. I remember him as a sincere, likable student at IHM-St. Casimir school. You are in my thoughts and prayer. Mary Dalla

March 15, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
The Gietzen Family ( IHM School)

Caring person...

March 15, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and strength in our loving God, family, and friends. God bless.

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