Shirley Sue Kelly

Shirley Sue (Stevens) Kelly, 73, passed away with her family by her side on June 16, 2023. She was born on June 9, 1950 to the late Susie (Tanner) and Vernon Stevens.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her beloved son, Brian Lewis; siblings, Peggy (John) Evans, Roger Stevens, Kenneth Stevens, Doris (Joe) Lightner, Margaret (Pete) Leggett, Ruth Mary Pelly, Janet (Dick) Ankrom and Libby (Dave) Moreland; brother-in-law, Hue Jones; and sister-in-law, Gisela Stevens.

Left to cherish her memory are her loving husband, Craig Kelly; beloved sons, Shawn Lewis (Jamie) and Kevin Crossan; step-children, Craig (Sarah) Kelly Jr. and Christopher (Jessica) Kelly; grandchildren, Lacie Crossan and Brian Crossan; step-grandchildren, Cameron Kelly, Ryan Kelly, Jackson Kelly, Grace Kelly, Wyatt Kelly, Jamie Dudek and Jessica Dudek; great-grandsons, Caiden Crossan and Austin McNeil; siblings, Evelyn Stevens (Calvin), Patricia (Mack) Cottrell, Bertha Jones, Joyce Mangus, Donald (Janis) Stevens and Walter Stevens; in-laws, Earl Kelly and Marhta Stephens; sisters-in-law, Pam (Fred) Krompass, Linda (Randy) Talkington, Susan Stephens, Loreen Stevens and Cynthia Stevens; and many extended family and friends.

She was a faithful Christian and was baptized at the Chapel in Akron.

Shirley was an excellent embroiderer who loved her career in sewing. She would be the first to know the name of the newest member in the family and create a one-of-a-kind embroidered keepsake. She never forgot a birthday, anniversary or special occasion and always made sure you knew she was thinking of you on that special day.

Shirley was a loving mom who never missed the opportunity to support her sons. She was their biggest fan and loved the thrill of watching them play football, race cars and bikes and compete in other sporting events, including alumni football games! It followed through with love and support for her grandchildren. She was immensely proud of her family.

Shirley also loved the Philadelphia Eagles, Not for the football abilities, but for their "uniforms"! She also enjoyed the thrill of watching NASCAR, especially Dale Earnhardt, Jr.

Remember all the love and laughter shared at family gatherings throughout the years. She will Always and Forever be in our Thoughts and on our Hearts.


Family and friends are invited for Shirley's Celebration of Life on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Visitation is from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. Service will begin at 1:00 P.M. at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron, Ohio 44305.