Michael Patrick Kelly

Michael “Mike” Patrick Kelly, 29, Kansas City, Missouri formally of Minneapolis, Minnesota passed away February 3, 2017.  A Celebration of Life will be held Monday, 7:00 PM, February 6, 2017 at Heartland Cremation & Burial Society, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd, Raytown, Missouri.

Mike was born October 19, 1987 in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.  He will be remembered for his love of family and generosity.  Mike had a power to light up a room with his laughter and ability to make his family and friends smile.  He loved the outdoors, fishing, and his favorite college and professional sports teams.

Preceded in death by; grandfather, Joseph Kelly, grandmother, Gail Rice and step grandfather, Robert Miller.  Survivors include; father, Joe and his wife Carol Kelly, Minnetonka, Minnesota; mother, Jill and her husband Darrell Lien, Gilbert, Arizona; brother, Shawn Kelly, Overland Park, Kansas; sister and brother-in-law, Shannon & Mike Breen and nephew Elis Michael, Lacey, Washington; sisters, Molly & Maggie Lien, Mesa, Arizona; brother, Matthew Kelly, Minnetonka, Minnesota; grandparents, Richard Rice, Casa Grande, Arizona, Betty Kelly, Minocqua, WI and his love of his life, Caitlin Jewett.

Mike will be missed by his family including his many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Condolences

  1. Ciji Gonzalez on February 6, 2017 at 11:41 am

    Jill, I am so sorry for your loss and I’ll be praying for you and the family.



  2. Sidonie, Chris , Burger on February 6, 2017 at 11:57 am

    Whatever room he walked into he would , radiate so much happiness, truly will miss that smile even though it’s been a long time since I have seen IT! Facebook pictures truly show that bright flame!!?



  3. Carol Searing on February 6, 2017 at 12:01 pm

    Oh, my dear Jill. I was so sorry to hear about your son’s death. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.



  4. Sue Manning on February 6, 2017 at 12:24 pm

    Jill, I’m so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.



  5. Amy Campbell on February 6, 2017 at 12:47 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.



  6. Sheri Onwiler on February 6, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    Shawn, I am so sorry to hear of your brother’s death. I only met him once but really enjoyed that time and thought he was such a nice young man.
    XOXO



  7. Sue McCollins on February 6, 2017 at 12:55 pm

    Joe, Carol and family, I am so heartbroken to hear about the loss of Mike, no words can express how sorry and sad I am for you all right now. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
    Love,
    Sue McCollins



  8. Becky Matheney on February 6, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    So sorry to hear of your loss Jill…you are in my thoughts and prayers…blessings to you



  9. Kim peelen on February 6, 2017 at 1:08 pm

    Oh Jill and Darryl- my heart grieves with you over Michael’s death. “May this journey bring a blessing, may I rise on wings of faith. And at the end of my heart’s testing, in Your likeness let me wake.” Margaret Beck



  10. Bill and Kath Gray on February 6, 2017 at 1:36 pm

    Words cannot express our heart for you guys. May our Lord strengthen you in this time of loss.
    Our prayers are with you.



  11. Grace Shotwell on February 6, 2017 at 2:35 pm

    My condolences to Mike’s family and to Caitlin, who he loved so very much. Thinking of you all. Rest In Peace ??



  12. Jeanne Marlow on February 6, 2017 at 2:41 pm

    I was shocked to hear this sad, sad news Jill. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. He was an amazing young man…with so much spunk and personality. May you find comfort in knowing where he is right now in the arms of God…



  13. Sandra Warrington on February 6, 2017 at 2:56 pm

    My heart goes out to you Jill, your whole family, and all his loved ones. Prayers to all of you. May you find happiness in his many memories that he had left behind for you. Lots of love and hugs.



  14. Becky Olson on February 6, 2017 at 3:21 pm

    When Joe and Carol married, we got more than a wonderful brother-in-law addition to the Miller family. We were blessed with Shawn, Mike and Shannon. Mike’s unique grin and warm personality brought many fun times to our family gatherings. Our hearts are broken and we will always feel the loss. May all of Mike’s family and friends feel the love and comfort from us. Know that Tom met the ship that brought Mike to the other shore.



  15. Tony Lewis on February 6, 2017 at 3:51 pm

    Mike Kelly was a brother to me. Words cannot describe the pain I feel for his family. So sorry for your loss. Stay strong.



  16. Andrea Alesauskas Van Ye on February 6, 2017 at 4:33 pm

    My sympathies to you and your family, Jill. My heart hurts deeply for you.



  17. Jayne Theo on February 6, 2017 at 4:48 pm

    Jill, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Michael. I wish I was there for you. May you find your comfort in knowing he is in Heaven with Jesus. I love you and am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express it.



  18. Jane Prewitt on February 6, 2017 at 5:07 pm

    Caitlin and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Your NG family is here for you sweetheart.

    Jane Prewitt



  19. Eric Cornelson on February 6, 2017 at 5:31 pm

    I am so sorry you guys. I almost thought of Mike as my little brother too. I wish I could be there with you all. My condolences and my thoughts and prayers will be with you.

    -Eric



  20. Kate Fitzgerald on February 6, 2017 at 6:17 pm

    I’m heartbroken to learn of this sad news. As Eric has said, Mike felt like family to us. The world has lost a bright soul who can never be replaced. I hope you can find some moments of peace in your grief.



  21. Joshua Kennedy on February 6, 2017 at 6:29 pm

    Shawn, my heart goes out to you and your family. I know how close you and your brother were, and I wish I’d had the opportunity to meet him.



  22. Judy and Mark Graves on February 6, 2017 at 6:30 pm

    To you JILL and all of Mike’s loving family we send our sincerest sympathy. May God hold you in his arms and carry you through this heartache. Love Judy and Mark



  23. Robyn Bloomquist on February 6, 2017 at 6:55 pm

    Jill, I pray for God’s great mercy to be upon you and your whole family. May He grant comfort in only the way our mighty Lord can.



  24. Joel and Tim on February 6, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    Shawn- My condolences to you and your family.



  25. Yvonne Walton on February 6, 2017 at 9:00 pm

    As a close friend of Caitlin’s family, I want to express condolences to Caitlin, Mike’s family, and friends. My thoughts and prayers are with all.



  26. Heidi & Morgan Johnson on February 6, 2017 at 9:01 pm

    Jill & family,
    I am so sorry to hear about the loss MIkey. May you all find comfort knowing that Mikey is in the loving arms of Jesus. I will keep you all in my prayers. I love you JIll.



  27. Terri Pearl on February 6, 2017 at 9:16 pm

    To all of Mike’s family members, which he loved so dearly;
    To all of Mike’s friends, which he loved so fiercely;
    To the love of Mike’s life, whom he loved so deeply;
    I pray that you receive the peace and comfort you need from Our Lord Jesus and that you remember this gentle man, smiling and enjoying his best days. I will miss him and his considerate ways and enjoyed having him celebrate holidays with us.

    Terri
    (Caitlin’s aunt)



  28. Jordyn Brennecke on February 6, 2017 at 10:46 pm

    To those closest to Mike, I am truly sorry for your loss. Mike was an incredible person whom I’m glad to have known. His laugh was contagious, and he would make friends with just about anyone he met. I will be thinking of him and his loved ones during this emotional time. Stay well.



  29. Karen Hall on February 7, 2017 at 9:06 am

    What a beautiful young man … and what a lovely video tribute. My deepest sympathies to all who loved Mike — and prayers for peace during this heartbreaking time.



  30. Joyce and Merlin Vold on February 7, 2017 at 9:22 am

    Our hearts go out to you Darryl and Jill! Our prayers are with you! Love you and family
    Love Merlin and Joyce.



  31. Cynthia Fehlandt on February 7, 2017 at 11:52 am

    Dear Jill and Family,
    Sending loving thoughts and prayers to you all. I’m so sorry to hear of this, my heart aches for your loss. I love you Jill, and I know you must grieving beyond compare… I pray for your comfort and peace in your heart with God’s healing Grace …in time. My deepest Sympathy dear friend, and much love always. Cynthia~ xoxo



  32. Tammy (Uecke) Estensen on February 7, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    Jill, you have been on my mind so much the last couple of days. My heart goes out to you and your whole family during this time. I am so sorry for your loss. Words can’t describe. May God surround you with angels and provide you with comfort.



  33. Peggy on February 7, 2017 at 5:27 pm

    Mike – I loved and will miss so many things about you:
    the love you shared with my daughter and seeing that love grow
    your love of your family and close friends
    your hugs
    your smile (and the twinkle you would get in your eyes when you smiled and you knew it came from your heart)
    your patience when Cait and I would watch our shows
    your caring and generous nature (you would give the shirt off your back if it was needed)
    your love of food (you always commented on how much you enjoyed everything you ate)
    your “gentlemanly” ways

    Clearly I could go on but for now I will say – till we meet again!



  34. Peggy on February 7, 2017 at 6:25 pm

    Caitlin – Mike’s family and friends:

    The hardest part of an unexpected death is not having the opportunity to say goodbye –
    with the suddeness of Mikes passing, I wanted my first words to be to Mike – as a forever reminder of the many things I loved about him.

    The Bible says “Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.” I pray that God will bless you and give you all the strength to get through this very difficult time.



  35. The Burress Family (Tim, Nicole, and the kids) on February 7, 2017 at 10:43 pm

    We are so sorry and will be praying for you all as your grieve this sad loss. We love you guys!



  36. Judy Gitschier on February 9, 2017 at 3:03 pm

    Jill and family, I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Sending prayers your way and may your wonderful memories of your son comfort you each and every day.



  37. Chuck Gibbons on February 14, 2017 at 11:59 am

    Carol and family, I am truly sorry to hear of your loss of Mike. My prayers are with you.



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