Obituary of Annette Kelly
KELLY: Annette Lucille Marie (nee Couture) -
A resident of Chatham, Annette Kelly passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham Campus on Friday, June 18, 2021 at the age of 74.
Born in Chatham, Annette was the daughter of the late Charles and Anna (Caron) Couture. Step-daughter of Rita Couture.
Beloved wife of 38 years to Robert Kelly.
Loving mother of James Neaves (Jill Chatterson) of Oshawa and Lisa Kelly (Raymond Gibson) of Prince Albert. Step-mother of Garth Kelly, Laurie Ann Lane (Craig) and Shaun Kelly (Amie).
Proud grandmother of Sarah, Gavin, Bailey, Connor, Dayna and Dylan and great-grandmother of Sebastian and Avery.
Dear sister to Carol Crow.
Special friend of John and Sue Moor. Also missed by friends and extended family.
Annette was a master knitter, having knitted many blankets, sweaters, socks, hats and scarves for family and friends. She loved her gardens and spending time fishing with Robert.
A Private Family Service will be held for Annette at a later date.
Donations made in memory of Annette to the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Foundation - Oncology Department would be appreciated.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040
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