In loving memory of

Kimberly Allyson Kelly
February 1, 1980 - January 12, 2018

Kimberly Allyson Kelly, age 37, of Cumming, GA, beloved daughter of Jeannie Edwards, passed away Friday, January 12, 2018 from complications of Chiari Malformation. Kim attended West Georgia University where she was a member of Kappa Delta Sorority. She later attended University of Georgia where she graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Speech Communications and later received her post Bachelors in Education. Kim was a member of First Christian Church of Cumming. She is preceded in death by her father, Douglas E. Kelly; grandfather, Robert Burke Bower; parental grandparents, Alvis Daniel Kelly and Naomi Garrett Kelly.

Survivors include her parents, Jeannie and Michael Edwards of Cumming; siblings, Richard (Brooke) Edwards of Gainesville, Michelle (Kenneth) Childs of Gainesville; nieces and nephews, Ella and Emmy Edwards, Fincher Childs; grandmother, Annie D. Bower of Quitman; aunts and uncles, Marisa (Tim) Crosby, Mark (Janet) DeVane and many other loving relatives, friends and beloved pet and constant companion, Cooper.

Funeral services will be held Monday, January 15, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. at Cumming Baptist Church with Rev. Jerry McCormick officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, from 2 to 3:30 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Chiari/ Syringomyelia Foundation, www.csfinfo.org where she was the chair of the NE Georgia Chapter, or the charity of your choice.

Ingram Funeral Home Crematory, Cumming, Georgia is in charge of arrangements.

Tributes

Kathy Giffin Bartkus wrote on Jan 29, 2018:

"As a fellow Chiari Warrior, I share in the pain of losing Kimberley. Our hearts ache for your loss."

Vickey & Pete Harrison wrote on Jan 29, 2018:

"I was sadden to hear of your Daughter/(Tootsie's)Granddaughters passing. We live in Buford if there is anything we can do for you. My husband Pete is cousin to Tootsie. His Mother & Tootsies mother were sisters."

St Louis, Mo wrote on Jan 24, 2018:

"So sorry for your loss I didn't know Kimberly personally but knew her through the Chiari community.Just wanted to say I am so sorry for your loss and what a beautiful daughter and friend to so many people. Prayers for you at this diffiult time."

North Carolina wrote on Jan 24, 2018:

"So very sorry to hear of Kimberlys passing. I did not know her personally but I too have Chiari. May she be free of pain and fly high with our Lord. All my thoughts & prayers."

James Hall wrote on Jan 24, 2018:

"Sorry for your lost. Didn't know her personally but thru the chiari community also. Prayers."

Annie wrote on Jan 23, 2018:

"My condolences I too have Chiari this breaks my heart May she RIP our sweet Chiari sister"

Caroline Kruse wrote on Jan 17, 2018:

"Dear Jeanie, I just learned of this very sad news regarding the untimely passing of your beautiful daughter. I am at a loss of words to express my deepest condolences to you and your family. Please know that I am thinking of you and sending daily prayers for time and Gods love to heal your pain. With love"

Carolyn Burruss wrote on Jan 16, 2018:

"Jeannie I am so sorry to hear about Kim I know your heart is broken. I pray that the Lord will give peace and comfort you"

Vincy Ann Dunn wrote on Jan 15, 2018:

"Oh...my friend....Just checked my Facebook....can not express in words my feelings....and prayers for you ...Love forever,Vincy"

Joan Freeman wrote on Jan 15, 2018:

"Jeannie I'm so very sorry for your loss, I've been praying for you and your entire family. Love from Quitman,GaJoan Freeman"

Jefferson, GA wrote on Jan 15, 2018:

"Dear Jeanie, I am stunned to hear of your loss. Words can not express to sorrow I feel for you. We were friends such a long time ago when our babies were little and having such fun together. I know that faith will carry you through, May God bless you and keep you.Barbara Woodruff-Chatham"

Linda Godfrey wrote on Jan 15, 2018:

"Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. Praying that God will comfort you and give you strength and the peace that passes all understanding during this very sad time."

Misha wrote on Jan 14, 2018:

"Jeannie I am so so sorry. There are just no words. You are in my prayers. Misha"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Jan 14, 2018:

" A Designers Choice was sent on January 14, 2018 Rest in the arms of Jesus Robin and Don Flanders "

cherylsmithie18@gmail.com wrote on Jan 14, 2018:

"Jeanie I'm so sorry to hear about ur daughter I can even imagine the pain u r feeling I have a daughter the same age I know we were never close in school but my heart goes out to u and ur family"

Arla Hollingsworth wrote on Jan 14, 2018:

"Our girls were Baptisted Together, afterwards we took them to a Applebees, they were so proud to be there with their wet hair! That is just one memory of many, Love, Hugs and strong prayers sent to you and your family, Arla"

Bonnie and Bonnie Bearden wrote on Jan 14, 2018:

"Wish we could mend your broken heart. There are not enough words to tell you how sorry we are for your loss, Kim suffers no more. Rest in peace my dear child. Love you "