Judith A. Kelly

Judith A. Kelly, 84, passed away on September 15, 2026 at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital. The daughter of the late Donald and Van Dora (Clark), she was born in Canton, Ohio, on May 21, 1942. She was a resident of Maximo for over 33 years.

Before retirement, she worked in produce and was employed at Kountry Korner for 18 years.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Kelly in 2007; and stepmother, Kathryn Eakin.

Those left to cherish her memories are her siblings, Donald S. “Sunny” (Jan) Eakin, Pat Shih and Carolyn (Rodney) Nichols; seven nieces and nephews; as well as other family members and friends.

Per Judith’s wishes, a graveside service will be held at Evergreen Memorial Gardens on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. She will be laid to rest following the service. Her sister, Rev. Carolyn Nichols, and her nephew, Rev. Glen Gram, will serve as co-officiants.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Sanders Funeral Home 218 East Nassau Street, East Canton, Ohio 44730. Family & friends are invited to share memories and condolences at:

sandersfuneralhomes.com 

(330) 488-0222