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Kelli Harrell Obituary

Kelli J. Harrell
Frankford , Twp. - Kelli J. Harrell, 53, of Frankford Township, died Saturday, February 20, 2021, at home after a battle with cancer.
Kelli was born in Newton and was a lifelong Sussex County resident. She was a proud dog breeder and bred champion English Labrador Retrievers. Her dogs meant the world to her. She graduated from High Point Regional High School and was Miss Lafayette. She was an extremely talented artist who enjoyed baking fancy cakes.
Kelli was a funny person with a wonderful laugh and a great sense of humor. She was strong, giving, caring, and loving. Kelli loved flowers, gardening, and animals. She was always supportive of her children whether they were racing motorcycles or Irish dancing. She loved to travel and especially enjoyed Ireland.
Kelli was predeceased by her husband, James R. Harrell. She is survived by her son, James Harrell and wife, Sarah, of Lafayette; her daughter, Devyn Harrell of Montague; her five beloved grandchildren, Charlotte, Kya, Greylon, Letty, and Lyric; her parents, John and Cyndie Lucey of Lafayette; her sister, Kirsten Haurey of Lafayette and her children: Collin and Lexie Haurey; her brother, Patrick Lucey and wife, Jill, of Lafayette and their children: Jeremy, Ryan, and Hannah; and her aunt, Sallie Schurich and husband, Frank, of Lafayette. She is also survived by many aunts, uncles, and cousins in Ireland.
A memorial visitation will be held from 12 to 2 pm on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at Wood Funeral Home, 16 Main St, Branchville, NJ, with a funeral service at 2pm. Burial of cremains will take place in Frankford Plains Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences may be offered at www.woodfuneralhome.net.

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Published by The New Jersey Herald from Feb. 23 to Feb. 24, 2021.

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Gail Raser

February 17, 2022

Kelly was a special person and I think of her often. What a beautiful smile I see each time. You were blessed to have her in your lives! You are all in my prayers.

Bobbie-Jo Post Corey and Family

March 1, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for strength and peace for you.

Annette Bennett

February 28, 2021

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Sending heartfelt condolences and hugs So sorry for your loss. Annette Bennett

Bethann Keesler

February 28, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. RIP Kelli

Ed and Barbara Johnson

February 26, 2021

Our deepest sympathy to all of Kelli's family. We have know her parents and Kelli for a long time. RIP

Joan Roff Doty

February 25, 2021

John and cindy & family ,so about your loss kelli was a wonderful person she always a beautiful smile.

Gail and Bob Raser

February 25, 2021

John and Cyndie, we are so saddened to hear of your loss. Kelli was such a nice person, as she always was as a child. We got to spend time with her at Dougie's memorial and enjoyed it so! Peace be with you, Kirsten and Pakkie.

LAWRENCE Kemble

February 25, 2021

John & Cyndie sorry to hear about your loss.
Keiii was such a sweet girl.
May her memories help you through your sad days ahead.

Lisa Pearn

February 25, 2021

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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Jeanne pelt

February 24, 2021

My sincere sympathy to the family. Kelli was such a sweet girl. RIP

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