Kathleen J. “Kathy” Kelso

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Kathleen J. “Kathy” Kelso, 84, of Galesburg, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, 8:40 PM at Seminary Manor, Galesburg.

Kathy was born on July 8, 1938 in Sparta, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Paul and Josephine (Severson) Schultz. Kathy married Edward Keith on May 11, 1957 and later married Glenn Kelso on September 4, 1980. Kathy is survived by a daughter, Paula Keith; three step children, Edward Keith, Jr., Bill Kelso and Bob Kelso; nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son, John Keith, daughter, Linda Keith, grandson, Joshua Keith, two great-grandchildren, Hunter Keith and Sabrina Keith and siblings, Rodney Schultz, Joan Schultz and Jerry Schultz.

Kathy graduated from Galesburg High School. She worked at Koppers Co. for 18 years and was a licensed real estate agent. Kathy was a member of the East Galesburg Chapel and the Senior Circle. She enjoyed spending time with her animals. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Hurd-Hendricks Funeral Homes and Crematory, Knoxville have been entrusted with arrangements. On-line condolences and/or expressions of sympathy may be sent through www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhome.com

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