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Kelli Stephanie Wilson

1978 - 2019

Kelli Stephanie Wilson obituary, 1978-2019, Tacoma, WA

BORN

1978

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Gaffney Funeral Home

1002 S. Yakima Ave.

Tacoma, Washington

Kelli Wilson Obituary

Kelli Stephanie Wilson March 21, 1978 - September 5, 2019 Kelli Stephanie Wilson passed and ascended to heaven Thursday Sept 5 th 2019 at the age of 41. Born in Tacoma Wa, on March 21 st 1978, Kelli was a beacon of light from day one. As a young little girl she was always full of energy and could never stop moving, Kelli's smile and bright eyes and presence would light up the room. Never afraid to speak her mind or call out her brother, Kelli was motivated and established at an early age she was a girl who knew what she wanted. Kelli's passions and interest included her family, numerous nieces and nephews, Seahawks football, the outdoors, skiing and the amazing black labs, Coal and Buds and Rosie the kitty. Kelli is survived by her mother and stepfather, Karen and Kris Overby, (Browns Point), father, Mike Wilson and Tammy Sparling of (Lake Tapps) Brother Ryan and wife Kristin, nieces Victoria, Brynn and nephews, Abram and Luke Wilson of (Bozeman Mt.). Dear friend Joe Kinerk (Tacoma), Step brother Skye and Natalie nieces Phoebe and Simone Overby, Dorr and Brett, niece Georgia Overby (San Diego) Grant Overby, (Chicago), Aunts and Uncles, Peggy Wilson (Auburn) Connie and Dan Looker (Puyallup) Mike and Kelly Rasmussen (Puyallup) Steve Rasmussen (Puyallup) Mike, Karen and Eldon Cornman (Westport, Wa.) Mark and Joanne Overby (Pittsburgh, Pa) Grandparents, Margaret and Herbert Wilson (Puyallup), Jane and Doug Cornman (Westport,Wa) Harry and Lois Rasmussen (Orting) The service for Kelli Wilson will be celebrated at 11am Tuesday, Sept 17th Gaffney Funeral Home at 1002 South Yakima, Tacoma Wa. 98405. The family is requesting any and all donations to be made to St. Judes Children Hospital in her name. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, 253-572-6003.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Sep. 15, 2019.

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Janet Janis

September 6, 2021

I´m so sad for your loss. I am Joe´s cousin. Although I never met Kelli, I know how much she meant to our family. God Bless.

Emily Johnson

September 16, 2019

Karen,
My heart breaks for you and your family! I have such fond memories of riding our bikes to go swimming at your house, softball, prank phone calls, slumber parties, Liz Claiborne handbags and great times spent growing up with Kelli. I am sad that her and I have not been in touch more of the years. I am thankful for the memories that we made together.

With love,
Emily Johnson

September 16, 2019

Karen and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Kelli. I hope you can find peace and comfort with the fond memories you have of her. I will always remember her as such a sweet soul.




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Family Disharoon Family Boyce

September 16, 2019

To the Wilson family: Daniel Disharoon wishes to send his love and prayers as Kelli meant so much To him. Dan will be with the family in thought and prayer on Tuesday. We were all so saddened to hear about Kelli's passing. We had the great pleasure to meet her when Dan deployed to Japan for his service time in the Navy. Her smile and energy stayed with us all this time. Kelli is a ray of sunshine we all will miss.
We will keep her memory in our hearts forever. Rest in Peace

Chris Bridston

September 16, 2019

Such an amazing person.. I cant squeeze EVERYTHING into this little box on what Id like to say.. huge bear hug for her family .. Im sorry for everyones loss.. because Kelli truly is a loss .. RIP friend

Michelle Bell

September 15, 2019

Kelli you were more than friend .. you were like my sister. I was always so proud you knew more about football than most men in the room ... you were always loyal and someone who was there for me no matter what pushing me to be better and letting me know I deserved more. I will miss you so much and will cherish all our memories and there's a ton . May God wrap his arms around all of us this Tuesday as we say goodbye for now .

Jake Robbins

September 15, 2019

Kelli, we have lost touch. But never all the memories we have had growing up together. Thankyou so much for your support and freindship in our youth. You were like a sister to me. May you rest in paradise. I wil always hold a place in my heart and memories for you. God bless you " little kelli"

janis johnson

September 15, 2019

I have so many good memories of Kelli. Her laughter, her loyalty, her compassion, but most of all, her huge heart. Rest in paradise my friend...... I will miss you!

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