LaVerne Kelly Obituary (1925 - 2018)

LaVerne Kelly, 92, of Dwight, IL passed away on Friday, March 2, 2018 in Joliet, IL surrounded by her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Dwight, IL with Father Chris Haake officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until the time of services on Tuesday at the church. Burial will follow services at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Dwight, IL. Hager Memorial Home in Dwight is in charge of arrangements. LaVerne was born October 30, 1925 in Coal City, IL a daughter of William and Laura (Pierard) Swanson. She married Leo "Fritz" Kelly on July 27, 1946 in Coal City, IL. He preceded her in death in 1999. She is survived by daughters: Linda (Mike) Ahern of Dwight, Kay (Tom) Gerth of Chatsworth, Laurie (Craig) Shelly of Morris, Patti (Pat) Huffman of Dwight; sons, Keith (Joleen) Kelly of Mazon, Robert (Patricia) Kelly of Dwight, Rick (Bonnie) Kelly of Dwight; sisters, Avis Brancato, Naomi Bianchetta both of Coal City; sisters-in-law Marie Swanson of Coal City and Millie Hoegger of Odell; 21 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren with one on the way; 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and two brothers, William and Ernest Swanson. LaVerne was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. One of her greatest loves was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Joliet Area Hospice Home, St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Dwight or the charity of the donor's choice. This obituary may be viewed and condolences sent to the family at www.hagermemorial.com.