Alma Kelley
October 10, 1937 ~ April 24, 2012
Alma passed away on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at Sanford Health in Fargo surrounded by her family.
Alma Eleanore Everson was born on September 10, 1937, the daughter of Edwin and Bertha (Solem) Everson in Rolette, ND. She was baptized, confirmed and attended school in Fordville, ND. Alma lived in New Jersey for two years, then returned to Fordville and was united in marriage to Maynard J. Kelley on July 25, 1958 at Fordville Lutheran Church. They moved to Hillsboro in 1963 where they have lived since. Alma worked for the Hillsboro Day Care Center for many years. She was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, the Bosch Ryba Post American Legion Auxiliary in Lankin, ND, and the VFW Auxiliary in Hillsboro.
Alma is survived by her husband, Maynard; her sons, Scott Kelley; Timothy “Teak” (Mary) Kelley - all of Hillsboro; and Jeff (Micki) Kelley of Rapid City, SD; five grandchildren – Jared, Nicole, Bobbi Al, Kristi and Nathan; and seven great grandchildren. Also surviving are her sisters, Ethel Mattson and Edna (Coy) Wilson; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Todd; her sister, Lela; and brothers, Eddie and Olan.
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Pine River Mn.Hi Kelley family, Just heard about Alma passing away. Am so sorry for your lass. Alma was a great lady! She was my second mom… Will miss her alot and can’t wait to see her in heaven…. Love you all Roxanne Sawyer “Svaleson”
Rapid City S.D.Maynard, Scott, Tim, and Jeff
Sorry to hear of your loss. I pray and know that God’s comfort will help you through your time of sorrow.
I have many fond memories of Aunt Alma. She was alot of fun to be around.
Alma was always very kind and loving toward me .
Alma will be missed- but our great hope from God’s promises is that death means only a temporary separation . The promise of a resurrection was part of Alma’s Faith.
Prayers and Love–
Ralph and Connie Schuler
Fargo ND
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Kelley family. May memories bring you comfort.
Salt Lake City UtahWe love you Aunt Alma. Uncle Maynard, Scott, Tim, and Jeff and your families, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Aunt Alma, we will remember and miss your love and laughter-
“Uff Da”
Love,
The Krueger Family
Moorhead MN
We are so sad to hear about Alma…our sympathy goes out to all the family. She was a special gal, and we have many good memories of sitting around and visiting with Alma and Manard during our years in Hillsboro. We are in Arizona now and will not be able to make it home until May 2nd, so we will miss the funeral. We will be thinking of you all during the difficult days ahead and hope to catch up with you later on.
In sympathy…Sharon & John
Fargo ND
My thoughts are with you Maynard, Scott, Tim and Jeff and your families. Alma will be missed greatly by all who knew her. I was very fortunate to have known Alma and God has blessed me by having her and Maynard brought into my life. My favorite sayings she would always say is “Good Governess” and “I says” and “Uf Da”. Alma, I raise my cup of coffee in your honor. Here’s to Alma.
Eagle Butte SDPrayers and thoughts go out to the Alma Kelley family. Alma was a wonderful lady, with a contagious laugh.
Grand Forks ND
Am so sorry to hear about Aunt Alma. She was such a fun-loving person. Whenever you were around her, she always made you laugh. She will be missed!
Love Pam and Steve