Joann H. Kelly, 88, of La Porte, Ind., passed away Thursday, May 27, 2021, at her home.
She was born in La Porte County to Emery J. and Catherine E. (Palmer) Wozniak.
After graduating from Westville High School, Joann was employed with Allis-Chalmers, Westville Elementary School and T. Foster Martin. She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. Joann enjoyed her family, painting, gardening and reading.
On Feb. 14, 1953, at Queen of All Saints Catholic Church in Michigan City, Ind., by Rev. Leonard Cross, she married Matthew T. Kelly, who preceded her in death Nov. 3, 2018.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Chris Cummings; and a brother, Ralph J. Wozniak.
Joann is survived by three daughters, Janet (Jim) Zotti, Carol (Thomas) Cummings and Judith (Dr. Stephen) Burns; one son, Dr. Neil (Dr. Betsy) Kelly; 11 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Celeste C. (Michael) Casey.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 2, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, La Porte, with Rev. Nate Edquist officiating. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the Mass at the church. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, La Porte.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice, 4-H, or Gibault Children’s Services (Gibault Child Services – Home).
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