SUSAN DIANE KELLEY

Susan Diane Kelley, 82, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Thursday, January 9, 2025, at 1:35 p.m. at Cedarvale Commons Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, formerly Signature HealthCare of Washington Court House.

Susan was born March 16, 1942, at Elyria in Lorain County, Ohio to Howard Harve and Blanche Irene Bell Thompson.  She was a graduate of Washington High School and had lived most of her life in Columbus before returning to Washington Court House following her retirement.

Before her retirement, she was a librarian for The Columbus Dispatch.  Following her retirement, she worked in the children’s department at the Carnegie Public Library in Washington Court House.

She was a member of the All Saints Church in Washington Court House; was a volunteer with Heartland Hospice and loved animals.

Susan, who was an only child, was preceded in death by her husband, Jeff Kelley, and her a

She is survived by several cousins and numerous local friends.

To honor her wishes, cremation took place and there will be no visitation or service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Fayette Regional Humane Society, 4 Commercial Avenue, Washington Court House, Ohio 43160.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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