Jean E. Kelsey

Jean Elizabeth Kelsey (nee Buckholz), 59, of Wellington, died Monday, June 5, 2017 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born July 21, 1957 in Lorain and had been a Wellington resident for the past 32 years moving from Lorain. Jean graduated from Lorain High School and worked for East of Chicago Pizza, Wakeman for many years. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family, especially her grandson. She is survived by her mother, Madeline (nee Spartano) Buckholz of Wellington; sons, Larry Kelsey of Wellington and Michael (Pam) Kelsey of Wellington; daughter, Jill Kelsey of Elyria; grandson, Max Kelsey; brother, James Buckholz of MN; and her sister, Deborah Nighswander of Warren. She was preceded in death by her father, Edward Buckholz, and a brother, Randy Buckholz. The family will receive friends on Thursday, June 8, 2017, 4-8 pm at the Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street Vermilion Ohio. Private interment will take place at Ridge Hill Memorial Park, Amherst. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society Ohio Division Inc., 10501 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44106. Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.