Gabriela Leimomi Kelley

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Gabriela Leimomi Kelley, 74, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away March 6, 2021 at home from leukemia. Gabriela was born on December 18, 1946 in Hakalau, Hawaii.

Gabriela “Gabe” was born and raised on the Big Island of Hawaii. Gabe graduated from Hilo High School and soon after moved to Richmond, California where she met her husband, Ronald Kelley, who was completing radar training at Treasure Island Naval Base. Ron and Gabe were married on December 21, 1965, in Unionville, Missouri. Ron and Gabe made their home in Green City, where Gabe continued to live until moving to Kansas City, Missouri in 2014. She worked for ConAgra in Milan, Mo until the plant closed. Gabe was a special person, loved by many for her kindness, compassion, and generosity. She loved romance novels, science fiction, and working in her yard. Gabe’s landscaping always looked great, she was fond of a “pop of color” in her yard and home. Gabe was warm and welcoming to all, she will be missed by her family, friends, and her pets, Bodhi and Pumpkin.

Gabe was proceeded in death by her husband, Ronald D. Kelley, parents, Gabriel and Mildred “Patty” AhYo, mother and father in-law, Raymond and Molly Kelley, and sister Carlene.

Survivors include: sons, Travis (Angelique) of Tulsa, Ok and Tyson (Amber) of Kansas City, MO; daughter, Tara (Angie) of Kansas, MO; brothers, Nick (Carol) and Casimir (Harvelee) AhYo of Hilo, HI; and four grandchildren, Joseph, Aaron, Rosa and Lydia.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the KC Pet Project or Wayside Waifs.

 

 

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  1. Tammy Shafer on March 8, 2021 at 7:39 pm

    I have so many wonderful memories of your Mom.
    She was a special lady always seeing the good in everyone and all situations.
    She will be missed by all who was lucky enough to know her.
    Hugs to all of you !! Yes



  2. Alan and Linda Privitt on March 8, 2021 at 8:00 pm

    I have so many fond memories of Gabriela and her family. Gabriela loved her family dearly.
    She was so much fun to be around.
    She will be missed by many



  3. David and Martha Perkins on March 9, 2021 at 7:45 am

    Your family lived right next door and what great neighbors you were! We remember your mother with a pretty smile and kind words. She truly was a beautiful person, inside and out. We know she will be missed very much. Please accept our deepest condolences.



  4. Janie Gray on March 9, 2021 at 11:51 am

    So sorry for the loss of this beautiful woman. She always was kind and loving to everyone she met. I don’t believe I ever heard her say anything bad about anyone, she always saw the good in people. Prayers for the family and especially the children who I,Janie, had a chance to be involved with at Green City R-1 School. Love to you all, Janie & Mike Gray



  5. Becky (Albertson) Campbell on March 9, 2021 at 12:23 pm

    So sorry to hear about your mom. I always thought she was so beautiful. Sending prayers and love.



  6. Gary & JoMarie Bertoncin, John & Henry on March 9, 2021 at 12:35 pm

    Tara – We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was always very kind. Please know that you, Angie and your family are in our thoughts.



  7. Marylin and Jr. Carr on March 9, 2021 at 3:42 pm

    Tara, Tyson and Travis, our prayers are for comfort and strength in the loss of your mother. May you know you have been in our prayers throughout this journey. Marylin and Jr. Carr



  8. Jennifer on March 10, 2021 at 7:02 am

    Sending our love to the Kelley family. We love Gabriella for the beautiful person she was and what she gave the world, kindness and love always. Thinking of you all. Sending our best wishes during this difficult time. LOVE, Jen & Curt Kiebles



  9. Dorothy Wills on March 14, 2021 at 11:42 pm

    May Holy Spirit bring you all comfort as you adjust to missing your mom and grandmom. Be blessed. I am praying for you all.

    Dorothy Wills



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