Rosemary Kellam Obituary

I worked for Mrs Kellam for many years servicing her swimming pool. She was a wonderful and vivacious senior. One time in the fall I suggested she may need a new liner in the spring. Her answer to me was, honey at my age I don't even buy green bananas. I still think of her often and Hope I will have the grace that she had. [email protected]

To the Kellam Family,

I am the other sister that had the privilege of meeting Rosemary in Door County along with the other "wild widows". To this day, I still smile when I think of all of them sitting on the bar stools, sipping their martini's and wine and cutting up with the bartender! Such great memories that I will cherish forever. It is my wish to live a life like Rosemary with a kind heart, a joy for life and a wicked sense of humor! My condolences on a tremendous loss.

Dear Kellam Family:
I just found out about the passing of Rosemary through another "wild Widow", Mary Alice Lee. I am one of the sisters that had the privilege of meeting Rosemary in Door County many years ago. I will never forget that occassion as we surely thought that we were being indoctrinated into a cult. A cult of "Wild Widows" that dressed up as a nun, that could deliver a joke like nobody else, and who was endeared in my heart in a most heaven sent way. Although we didn't see each other often (maybe 1x/year), I will never forget Rosemary. I raise my glass to her. In Rememberence, Gail Williams

Dear Kellam Family, Our deepest condolences on the death of your mother and grandmother. She was a remarkable woman, one of a kind, who inspired more people than she ever knew! Her sense of humor awakened a spark in so many that she came in contact with through her many years.
It is comforting to us knowing that her buddy Dolores will be happy to see her again.
May this most wonderful woman Rest in Peace!
Mary Dooley Milord

Dear Rick ,PJ, Katie, Bob and the entire Kellm family we will never forget how wonderful a woman your mom was Our stongest sympathies go to you all.
Sincerely Jerry McNicholas, Judy Kurcz, Maureen Tejeda.

We were sad to hear of Rosemary's death. We live down the block from her and enjoyed her friendliness and love of life. We will miss her. Jim and Penny Schoerner

To The Entire Kellam Family: We were saddened to hear of your mother's death. Please except our sincere condolences and we will keep her and your late father in our prayers. Sincerely Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Morrissey And Family.

Katie, I have such wonderful memories of your mother! She was everyone's mom and everyone's friend. She always joked with me about having the same first name as her-I only hope to be as good and giving a person ....

To the Kellam Family,
I was saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. Your Mother and Father are one of the many reasons St Thomas More was a great parish to raise a family. May all the great times be remembered by you all to help you through your difficult ones. I'm sure your Father, Kevin and St Thomas More were there welcoming home. RIP Mrs. Kellam and may God Bless you all.

Kellams,
So sorry to hear of your mom's death. She always brought laughter & happiness with her wherever she went, she had that true "Tommy More" spirit. We know she will be missed terribly by all her family & friends. Sorry we are in FL and won't be there to extend our sympathies personally, but know she will be in our prayers.
Jack & Maureen Mahoney

To Katie and Family, Your Mom was the funniest lady and the most compassionate woman I knew. She did Phyliss Diller at our wedding and it was my favorite memory. We hugged at Christ one day after she yelled, whats a Dooley doing here? Our deepest sympathies to all of you. She will be missed.

To all the Kellam Family, I was sor sorry to hear of the passing of Heff.
She was the best. I often think of her Phyllis Diller and her ORGINAL cleaning lady skits. Carol Burnett could have learned a thing or two from her. Althoough I am sad at her loss, I think of her smile and her kindness and all the good memories help me as I am sure they will help you all too. She was also friend to the animals; Cindy and Maggie. Did you remember she had a funeral for my turtle with a candle? Love to you all! I was sorry I couldnt make the wake or funeral due to my crazy work schedule; so I am writing this before I leave. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Here is my candle for your mom, she was a great light in my heart and inspiration to me with her warmth, maybe she helped me to go into social services. I will be thinking today of my parents and your sitting around a table having drink and a great laugh like the many others and no doubt telling Kevin to, "Get us a drink, Kev."

Katie and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a wonderful, giving woman. She was a tremendous comfort to my parents, bringing them Communion when they were in hospice care. That lady could light up a room! Her wit was sharp and her hearty laugh contagious. May loving memories of your amazing mother give you comfort in the days ahead.

To the whole Kellam Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom.Mrs Kellam was one great lady she will be sorley missed. May your memories of the good times keep you smiling in the great time of sorrow.Never a phone call to our house in Tommy More that she made one of us smile who ever answered she always guessed the wrong one and would say oh you d---Condon girl's you all sound alike I never get you straight. Mrs Kellam was one of the best.
Rest in Peace dear Rosemary

Katie; Your mom was such a comfort to my mom in the hospital after her stroke. Still living in Tommy More she loved talking about the memories with your mom before she passed in Nov. My deepest sympathy to you and your family on your loss.

Remembering those HEFF picnics Our condolences Jim John Mike Rob Leary

Joanice, Bob, Jill, Rick, Barbara, Pat, Kate, James, and all of your wonderful children, and the beautiful little grandkids,

May the closeness of your family and the beautiful life "Nana" lived be a comfort to all of you.

Thank you for sharing Nana with our family and so many others -- in "Tommy More"� and in St. Linus. Nana and your whole family are the epitome of why so many of us wanted our kids to grow up with a taste of old Tommy More, even if it was only for a few years early in their lives. Even in your dad's last couple of years and as Nana prepared to move, successive dens of Cub Scouts were welcomed into your home to learn about their community's history from a wonderful neighbor who had lived just about every minute of it. And, of course, Nana was often at the sports fields to watch some of her own play or coach, but it seemed she knew who everyone else's kids were, too, and cared about their fun and success just as much.

And then there was St. Linus, where "little"� Ray was called over for a popsicle and a little visit time and again for years as a 2 year old's memories of one of his own grandmothers steadily and naturally receded. There's always been a pleasant interest in all our family's activities and accomplishments that still leaves us scratching our heads given the closeness and size of your own family. Even in recent months Nana would be asking frequently about those away at school or anyone of us she had not seen for a few weeks. And there's so often been a patient ear and an occasional gem of wisdom for the parents of five, but only when wanted! One could never ask for a more wonderful next-door neighbor.

Farewell, Neighbor! If you were not in Heaven "a half hour before the Devil knew you were dead"� the rest of us are in for some pretty tough sledding. May you rest in peace and may we all meet again in God's good time!

God bless your whole family,

To the Kellam clan:

We feel like a member of our own family has passed. Our sympathies and prayers are with you at this difficult time. how fortunate for those of us whose lives were blessed by her love and friendship.

Hope Heff is enjoying a martini with Big Bob & Kevin!

Kris, Ray, & Joan Johnson

Rick & Jill,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mom. May she rest in eternal peace in the arms of Our Blessed Lord and her loved ones. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Billy Mc Dermott's Family's thoughts and PRAYERS for ALL of the KELLAM Family Billy Mc Dermott

Rosemary was a great lady on Long Ave. She was so excited when we had our block party and loved seeing the kids have fun that day. We will miss her.
Jane and Dan Bagus (10312 Long Ave.)

Thank you Nana for welcoming me to your home for so many years. Sundays at your pool with your family were the best days. Thank you for many wonderful memories. I will miss you.
Cindy

sorry hear you loss my pray are with all of the familly. i have good memories of you mom from tommy more

To all of Rosemary's Family:

Our hearts go out to all of you on the loss of such a great Mom and Lady. She was the persona of STM Class and kindness. We too will miss her, and offer you our deepest sympathy.
Marie and Jerry Craven

Kellam Family, I am so sorry to hear about your mother and grandmother. I live a house down from Mrs. Kellam and have become very close with her over the years. She has always been so great to me and my children. I don't know what I am going to do with out her. She truly will be missed. I will always have a special place in my heart for her. Your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Love, Elisabeth Bittner

Kellam Family, I am so sorry to hear about your mom and grandmother, I live a house down from her and have been very close with her over the years. She has always been so great to me and my children and I don't know what I am going to do with out her. She will be truly missed!! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Love, Elisabeth Bittner

We are so sorry for your loss, your mom was a great person we enjoyed so many memories from Tommy More. You are blessed to have so many memories of your mom. Joe and Mary Kay Morenzoni

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bob & Family,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. She sounded like a wonderful woman! Keep your memories close during this difficult time.

To the entire Kellam family, thanks for sharing "Nana" with SO many people. Your mom has touched so many lives. Some of my favorite memories are when our kids were in school at "good old Tommy More", Wednesday was late start day. But more importantly, it was "Breakfast Club" day at Nana's house. Nora and Em would bring Maggie and Jackie every Wednesday for a great start to the day....donouts, cookies, juice, pop, OR anything they ever wanted!! The memories you have can not be counted, the love she shared can never be duplicated, she was ONE in a Million and all those that she touched are a much better person because of her. What a legacy she leaves behind. May God Bless you all as the gates of heaven open up for one amazing woman!

Bob, I am very sorry to hear of the death of your mother. Sincerely Tom Faragoi

Our deepest condolences to Rosemary's family.

Through her humor, kindness, and compassion, Rosemary truly showed all of us how to live life to the fullest. The world is a better place, and we are all better people because she has touched our lives in so many ways.

Thanks for the memories, Nana.

Fondly,
Suzy, Jim, Patrick, Kevin,
Moira, and Maggie Morphew