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Saturday, February 3, 2024
Rone Funeral Service
1110 East Chestnut Avenue
Vineland, New Jersey, United States
Saturday
3
February
Memorial Service
2:00 pm
Saturday, February 3, 2024
Rone Funeral Service
1110 East Chestnut Avenue
Vineland, New Jersey, United States
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Kimberly Catto Gregg posted a condolence
Sunday, February 4, 2024
Kelli and I met during her college years at Stockton, and I learned two major lessons through her life: one, get your work done before play, and two, do not fear death. Regarding lesson one, I was quite a slacker in my early college years, and meeting Kelli was a revelation. Her work ethic was exceptional and impressive; I’d never seen anything like it. If I’d invite her out on a night when she had work to do, she’d respond with, “Nope, I have a test tomorrow; I have to study.” But once her work was done, she was so contagiously happy and enthusiastic. My fondest memories of my time with her include going dancing at Omar's in Margate; hanging in her freshman dorm in C Court at Stockton; driving in her blue convertible to the shore, listening to Boston or Journey (of course!) – our shore town of choice in the summer was always Sea Isle City, where we would sneak into the Ocean Drive or LaCosta with fake ids, or as others mentioned, sometimes just a flip of her hair, a tilt of her head, and her beautiful smile would get us in. She had a way…I can’t quite describe it, but the closest I can get to it was that she had an aura, an energy, that always lit up a room. I am going to miss her smile, her cheerful voice, her way. She was filled with a vitality and positivity that was so uniquely…Kelli. My beautiful, dear friend.
I am so grateful for all the fun that we shared in our younger years. I am also grateful that we stood by each other's side during some of the most important chapters of our lives – from exchanging vows on our wedding days to celebrating the arrival of our children. Then, as happens to so many of us, we lost touch. But in the last year we reconnected – we laughed and laughed, remembering the good times, and we cried too, about some of the lows in our lives, and her long battle with breast cancer. This brings me to lesson two, Kelli taught me not to fear death. She told me many times that she was not afraid to die, and I was in awe of how she channeled her strong work ethic into the relentless pursuit of fighting cancer so she could stay here for as long as possible for those she loved, especially her absolute pride and joy: Devin. I am thankful that we reconnected this year, to have had her as a friend, and carry the lessons she taught me with gratitude.
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Diana T. posted a condolence
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
I just wanted to express my condolences and to share a few words that may help bring your family comfort. When I have felt sad some bible texts that have helped me are Isaiah 57:15 especially the end of it where Jehovah God reminds us that he can “revive the spirit of the lowly” and “the heart of those being crushed” if we seek him in prayer and ask him for help. Another text, 2 Corinthians 1:3,4 also reminds us that Jehovah God is the “God of all comfort” so who better to seek for comfort since he created us and knows exactly what we are feeling and going through. I hope these bible texts help you and your loved ones how they have helped me in the past.
Also in times like these, we may ask ourselves questions such as, What happens when we die? Can the dead really live again? How can I deal with grief? You can find the answers to these questions and other biblical based information at www.JW.org.
Best Wishes,
Diana
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RON ROSSI posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
My thoughts and prayers go out to Pete, her daughter and all of her family. Kelli was such a kind and sweet friend.
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RON ROSSI posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
My thoughts and prayers go out to Pete, her daughter and all of her family. Kelli was such a sweet and kind friend.
RON ROSSI
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Beth Damiano uploaded photo(s)
Monday, January 29, 2024
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Will always remember Kelli for her school spirit! She wore her cheerleader uniform with such pride. Have fond memories of spending long hours with her on and off the sport fields/courts.
Have cherished those memories through the years, but especially when I look at this photo.
May we meet again one day "cheering" at our Lord's feet.
Beth Giacometti Damiano
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Loriann Felmey lit a candle
Sunday, January 28, 2024
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Kelli and I met while in grade school and instantly became Thelma and Louise before Thelma and Louise became a "thing". She had the type of personality that could present a case in such a way that it sounded like a great idea to actually do something. She got me to try out for the cheerleading squad (and to my horror, actually making it!), to be the mascot for CRHS, being in the Miss Greater Bridgeton Pageant, cruising Landis Avenue with the top down in the middle of winter, etc. I will always remember going to all the dance competitions she entered, her obsession with the signer Steve Perry, her signature hair flip and smile that got us ticket stubs to a Phillies game where Mike Schmidt was sitting a few rows behind us, getting upgraded seats for a Genesis concert and us getting busted by her mom while trying to sneak back into the house through a window. We had lost touch for a few years, but I am thankful she reached out to me near the end. Even though my heart is breaking over the loss of a truly beautiful person inside and out, she left such a deep impression on me that I will walk through life striving to be a better person. She will always be Miss Congeniality to me.
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Saturday, January 27, 2024
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We both knew this day was coming, but kept pretending it didn't exist. Just like our childhood, we'd make up crazy adventures and pretend away!! You weren't just a cousin, you were my first best friend and a my 4th sister who I admired and wanted to be. I will keep my promises to you, I love you always ♥️
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The family of Kelli Jane Grovola uploaded a photo
Friday, January 26, 2024
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