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jon madison
April 13, 2011
oh man. i stopped by after seeing someone who reminded me of her. we hadn't communicated since last summer. i met her on the train between indiana and chicago, and we were totally train bffs :) i've since moved to seattle, but try to say hi now and again to this girl who welcomed me into her life, cared to listen to me, and even baked me cookies once. :) i am so so sorry to those who are close to her; i know that if her smile, conversations, that giggle, that *laugh*, affected me, then those near her have to be orders of magnitude affected by her loss. my sincerest condolences goes to her close family and friends.
December 25, 2010
TO the Ill family...I only met Kelle once...didnt really know her at all...but my heart weeps for you at this Christmas time, when I know she is really missed...only God knows why and cannot be questioned, even tho its difficult not to do... I lost a brother in a horrible tragic car accident 30 years ago, and on my mothers birthday, so I can say w/ heartfelt sympathy, I know how you feel...may God comfort you today and the days to come...my heartfelt condolences to your family...
Phyllis Jones-Butler
November 30, 2010
Kelle, the joy and love you spread while you were here will be missed. You were so much fun and such a loving person. The world has experienced a great loss. I will miss you my friend but I am sure we will meet again in spirit.
Delma Estrella
November 17, 2010
Kelle,
From the day of your accident, I have not been able to understand why you were taken so soon from us! I remember talking to you about so many things and it was always so much fun to see when we would get together.
You opened my eyes to so many things. You always gave the greatest advice. You were so sweet, loving, patient and a blast to be around. I can still hear your laugh!
I am so glad I was able to see you in September and spend some time with you. I am glad that I was able to ask you to be my maid of honor of my wedding. God has you in his arms right now and I am at peace knowing that you are happy in heaven with no pains, no suffering, no confusion and finally resting in peace.
You are so special to me, You will forever be in my heart. You will never be forgotten. No-one will ever be able to take your place in life. You brought joy to so many people and I am one of them.
Thank you for all you have done. I love you Kelle!
Judy Booth Kanarowski
November 13, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Ill,
I grew up with Kelle in Dolton and was very shocked to here the news of her accident. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family.
Wendy Hernandez
November 9, 2010
It was sad and a shock to hear the news last week. I will remember you as the witty and sweet girl I met at Arthur Anderson 10 years ago. I will also remember a trip to Navy Pier for work function where we rode the ferris wheel. I will also never forget how you used to call me "chula" because you learned the spanish word. You were just too funny. You left us too soon Kelle. It's a shame the last time we chatted was 2 years ago. I'm sorry for your loss, Ill family as well as friends. From reading some of these entries, I can tell Kelle never changed being a beautiful person, in and out. Rest in Peace sweety. We will meet again one day and ride the ferris wheel.
Nikki Edgerton
November 8, 2010
I am truly saddened by tragic loss of my friend Kelle, who definitely was ONE OF A KIND. Kelle's Smile and beautiful face would light up any room.
She was my friend thru Larcher Chiropractic but our friendship grew much stronger outside and after that!
Kelle brought so much joy to many lives and her life was taken much too soon. She had her mind set, things to do, and she was doing them.... She had set out to accomplish so much.
NOW SHE IS A ANGEL WATCHING OVER ALL OF US!
Kelle-I love you and I will miss you. I pray for Chris and your family as they get through this difficult time.
Allyson Veyveris-Engelbrecht
November 8, 2010
My heart and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Kelle was a beautiful woman and she will be missed.
Andrea Miller
November 8, 2010
We are so very sorry for you loss.
Kelle was a beautiful loving girl.
I'll always remember her big smile.
Our prayers are with you and the family
Denny & Susie & Benjamin Yates
November 8, 2010
Mr and Mrs Ill and Chris, we were so shocked and saddened by the loss of Kelle. We were blessed to meet Kelle this summer and we all had a instant connection. Kelle was beautiful inside and out. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Gail & Ben Smith
November 8, 2010
Penny and Ray - Please know that our hearts are with you at this time.
Linda & Brian Boros
November 7, 2010
Ray, Penny, and Chris & Shannon, I think we all enjoyed Kelle's spirit, she was so one of a kind, dance to her own tune girl. What a gift she showed the world on her journey here on earth. May you find peace in knowing how loved she was. May her spirit live on!!
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Patty Murphy - Mraz
November 7, 2010
To Mr. & Mrs. Ill and Chris. I was so sorry to hear about Kelle's accident. She was a wonderful person. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Morgan
November 7, 2010
Penny, Ray, and Chris. Although many years have passed since our "kids" were at St. Jude, I will always remember Kelle in grammar school -just as she is described by her family/friends as an adult. Always smiling, friendly, and witty, just a well-rounded, happy, wonderful girl. I am deeply saddened at your loss, and will hope and pray you are comforted by the happy memories of your lovely daughter. God bless
November 7, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, I do not know you or Kelle, but I can tell from her guest book friends that she was a dynamic person, and she will be missed. Share your memories, she will always be close in your hearts.
Joseph Yates
November 7, 2010
To Ray, Penny, and Chris.... my thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. Gosh... EVERY memory I have of Kelle - from back when she was three years old... to when I reconnected with her on Facebook twenty years later.. is a memory stamped with her GIANT welcoming smile. On behalf of myself and the Yates family, our deepest sympathies are with you.
Rosey Scalzitti
November 7, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss Chris you and your family will be in my prayers.
Phil Kocinski
November 7, 2010
Ray, Penny, Chris
I am so sorry about Kelle she was a beautiful girl I am glad I kept in contact with her I will miss her and always remember her
Phil Kocinski
Zack and Stacy Menzyk
November 6, 2010
To the Ill Family - my husband Zack and I had the pleasure of knowing Kelle through Kenny. She was a sweetheart with a great smile that will be missed by all who knew her. Prayers to your family and may God give you strength for the rough time ahead. God Bless you!
Tabitha Garza
November 6, 2010
I am very lucky to have met you and I enjoyed the time we were in school. You will be missed by so many people.
Shari Goode
November 6, 2010
My deepest symapathys to Penny,Ray and Chris. Kelle was such a wonderful woman, always smiling and always willing to help out others. I was so shocked to hear the about your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with your family. When I told my children they were so sad, Zach and Rachel have fond memories of Kelle and how kind she was to them. We sat and talked about Kelle and they wanted me to tell all of you how sorry they are for your loss. Rachel remembers Kelle's smile and her trying to teach her how to float on her back in your pool. I watched Kelle grow into a beautiful woman and person, she has touched many lives and will forever be in our hearts and our memories.
Gina Tocco Condich
November 6, 2010
I will never forget that Horrible Wednesday! In Reed Hall of Science at ONU, I was stopped by a always smiling, cheerful Prof P who had a look on her face I had never seen. She said, "Do you have a minute, can I talk to you?" I got a very uneasy feeling! when she said lets go into Prof Love's office my heart fell to my toes! I walked in and saw the tears in Prof Love's eyes, and when Prof P said, "please sit," a feeling of utter and complete terror can over me. I looked at both of them and it gets blurry from there.
I can still see the look of heartfelt sadness in Prof P's eyes when she looked at me and said, trying to be strong, Kelle was killed in a HORRIBLE car accident this morning!
All I remember thinking was no it HAS to be a mistake!! and I remember saying, "are you sure?" And both assured me that they checked and double checked and they were sure. Immediately I thought, my Lord this is not fair!! Kelle was way too young, beautiful, smart, funny, giving, with so much life, and most of all an absolutely wonderful mom and dad, and God what could I possible do for them, say to them, theres nothing anyone can do to reverse time, what I would have given to be able to do that!!
Kelle and I met at ONU we were lab partners in A & P and most of all friends! Although we were way too much alike! Stubborn, hard headed, hot headed, of course ONLY if provoked, lol, we both thought we were always right, and most of all out spoken. If she asked my opinion,(or not) I told her exactly what I thought, sometimes not by best quality, lol, but Kelle did the same, and neither of us thought we were ever wrong, so Kelle's unforgetable quotes were, "REALLY, REALLY?" and with my response being ,"YA REALLY,"she would end it by saying, "YA WHATEVER!"
I will SO miss her! as will many many others!! We could laugh uncontrolably about absolutely nothing! We studied together, but I think spent more time disagreeing on what the correct answers were then studying,lol
I'll never have another lab partner like Kelle! Who but us disects a cat, puts a sun chip (trying to stay healthy) in its mouth, stands it up, and takes a picture! I can even remember his name b/c we both wanted different names, lol
KEL YOU WILL BE MISSED MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER HAVE IMAGINED!
I SEND MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO HER AWESOME PARENTS AND ENTIRE FAMILY, AND GOD BLESS YOU FOR THE STRENGTH AND UNCONDITIONAL LOVE YOU SHOWED AND GAVE TO KELLE!!
MAY YOU FIND ETERNAL HAPPINESS AND REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD GIRLFRIEND!!
Bill & Vicke Hughes
November 6, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Ray,Penny and Chris.Everyone she knew,she touched. What a zest for life !We will miss you Kelle.
Dave & Jill Shinault
November 6, 2010
Kelle the few times that we met you always kept everyone smiling. I know your parents are proud of the person that you became. We will see you one day soon but until then please keep smiling down on us and spreading your infectious smile and laughter on all
kim martinez
November 6, 2010
R.I.P Kelle very sad ending for a life so young..
Heather Freebairn-Mauch
November 6, 2010
Kelle, you are 2 good 2 be 4 gotten. You will be missed.
Mary Skalka
November 6, 2010
I am honored to have been able to call you my friend and co-worker. I am thankful for the time we shared and the memories we made. I will carry them with me always. I will miss dancing on the bar and laughing with you! My heart hurts but one day we will meet again my friend. I will bring the old school music. Till then.....rest in peace and send me your love...cause I am sending you mine! I love you and miss you!
Mary Skalka
November 6, 2010
I am so happy that I have had the pleasure of calling you my friend and co-worker. It doesn't make the pain any easier but the memories of you and your smile make me smile. My heart hurts. I will miss you everyday...until we meet again my friend. XOXOXOX
Milissa Morris
November 6, 2010
I am so saddened by the loss of Kelle. She was an amazing woman, with such an appetite for life! I know your smiling down on us from heaven now, prolly reving up on a Harley! My prayers to your family and many friends! Love you Kelle! You will always remain in my heart!
Dawn & Rick LaBuda
November 6, 2010
"Kelli, you were a great part of the Legion family and we will miss your beautiful smile and quick wit everyday!"
Pamela Kling
November 6, 2010
Even though I didn't know Kelle or her family, I wanted to let you know that you are all being lifted up in prayer at this most difficult time. I read about this crash in our newspaper this morning and just wanted to let you know my prayers go out to you. May God comfort your hearts and give you peace.
Dawn Witkowski (ferry)
November 6, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Ill family for the loss a very special person.
Desiree Bassett
November 6, 2010
I will never forget the first time I met Kelle. Her smile was one of a kind, and her personality is one you don't see often. She was bubbly and silly, but at the same time she was the good friend that everyone would look to for serious advice. She knew how to make people laugh in any situation. Kelle was the kind of person that you felt you knew for years, even when you first met her. I will forever cherish the times that I had with her in the nursing program. I can say that I was blessed to have her touch my life, and I will never forget her. Her life will go on through the many lives she has touched. I miss you Kelle... I'm so glad that I had the opportunity to know you. Keep smiling that beautiful smile down on us! I know that remembering that beautiful smile of yours helps me.
Kurt and Bobbi Zarris
November 6, 2010
We are all devastated by this loss. We will miss you Kelle - you were a great person. The world won't be the same without you.
Penny, Ray, & Chris - our deepest sympathies. We love you guys and hope you can someday take comfort in knowing how many lives Kelle touched.
Jack & Bonnie Kohl
November 6, 2010
You will be missed by all your friends at the Aroma Park Legion! Rest in peace!
Lisa & Brian Conrad
November 6, 2010
We are so very sorry for your loss. We will miss Kelle.
Lisa & Brian Conrad
November 6, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Michelle Tiltges
November 6, 2010
I am deeply saddened by the tragic and sudden loss of my dear friend, Kelle. Kelle was a free spirit who followed her dreams and always did what made her happy. She was smart, motivated, and talented. Kelle's beautiful face lit up with every smile and laugh.
Kelle was the first friend I made in high school. Even though we lost touch for a while, whenever we got together again, it was like we picked up where we left off. I remember scuba diving in her pool, every pom pon routine we danced to, concerts, camping at Lake Sara, and just hanging out laughing.
Kelle's life was taken too soon. She had much more to do and more happiness to bring to people. There's comfort in knowing that she's an angel is heaven now looking down on us.
I pray for Penny, Ray, and Chris. They've always been a strong family. I know they will get through this. Kelle, I love you and will miss you!
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