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Kelli was born on September 28th, 1964, to Walter "Chubby" and Joan (Winarski) Kuhl in Erie, PA. She was one of four daughters. She was a high school graduate of Mercyhurst Prep and attended interior design school at Villa Maria College in Buffalo, NY. She worked as an industrial kitchen designer in Parsippany, NJ. She adored spending time with family and friends as well as boating, skiing, gardening, and organizing a room. Above all, Kelli was a loving daughter, sister, companion, sister-in-law, aunt, godmother, and friend.
She is survived by 3 sisters, Kathy Wilhelm (Wayne) of Williamsville, NY, Carolyn Kuhl, and Kristy Klapsinos (George) both of Erie. She has 3 nephews, Jeffery Wilhelm of Seminole, Fl, Cory (Emily) Wilhelm of Buffalo, NY, and Marko Klapsinos and 1 niece Kendall Klapsinos of Erie. Also surviving is a special friend and companion, Joe Dill, of Morris Plains, NJ and many cousins and good friends.
She will be missed by all.
On Friday, March 15, there will be calling hours at St. Luke's Church 421 E. 38th St., Erie, Pa 16504 from 10:30 am until the time of service there at 11:30 am. Burial will be private in Trinity Cemetery next to her parents and grandparents.
In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Joys Angels Holistic Healing Center P.O. Box 274, Rockaway, NJ 07866. A special thanks to Joy, Michelle, and Luna of Joys Angels for helping her through this journey.
Rest in Peace Kelli. We love you!
Funeral arrangements were made by the Russell C. Schmidt and Son Funeral Home, Inc., 5000 Wattsburg Rd., Erie, Pa 16504.
Condolences on Kelli's Book of Memories may be expressed at http://www.SchmidtFuneralHomeErie.com
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Julie Woznicki Pecha
March 6, 2024
Dear Kuhl family:
I am heartbroken to hear of the passing of your beautiful sister Kelli. Please accept my sincere sympathy, and I wish all of you comfort and peace in this time of sorrow. Know that you and Kelli are in my prayers.
May the choirs of angels come to greet her, may they bring her to paradise into the loving arms of Jesus and Mary.
Love and prayers,
Your cousin,
Julie Woznicki Pecha
Jamie Samilio
March 2, 2024
Dear Kuhl Family and Friends,
I am so sorry for your loss. Hold her close in your memories and continue to celebrate her life.
Victoria Ferrante
March 2, 2024
Kelli and I were friends in high school. We lived together for a semester in college. She was beautiful inside and out. Wherever we went, some poor guy would fall in love with her. What stands out most vividly in my memory is her meticulous nature, especially when it came to washing dishes. For me,
water skiing on a sunny day and the song "Wishing Well" by Terence Trent D'Arby are forever linked to her presence.
Though it's been many years since our paths crossed, the news of Kelli's passing leaves a profound void in my heart. To all who were fortunate enough to know and love her, my deepest condolences.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Victoria Ferrante
Brenda Thoma
March 1, 2024
George and Family,
My deepest condolences to you and your family in the loss of your sister-in-law. Keep all the precious memories close to your hearts.
Brenda Thoma
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Carolyn Caruso Mulrooney
March 1, 2024
We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of Kelli. Our heart felt condolences are with the entire family. RIP
Karen Dudenhoefer
February 29, 2024
My mother used to say Kelli was such a natural beauty. I am so sorry for your loss.
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