Date of Service:
October 20, 2023
Date of Interment:
October 20, 2023
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Lila Erickson Kelly, 93 years old, passed away October 14, 2023 in Vero Beach, FL.
She was born January 16, 1930 in Bronx, New York to the late Carl and Hilma Erickson. She moved from the Bronx to Piscataway, New Jersey then to Pennsylvania before her move to Florida.
Lila had a love for children and retired from Piscataway Board of Education as a School Cafeteria Worker, for over 20 years.
Lila was a remarkable woman who single – handedly raised five children during a time when assistance wasn’t so readily available.
She was a member of the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Pen Argyl, PA.
Lila had a large family all of whom will miss her dearly.
In her later years, she enjoyed the thrill of family gatherings. The excitement of the children, the smiles of family, and the warmth of their hugs.
Lila was survived by her beloved sister, Emily, of Mount Olive, NJ; sons, Robert (Marian) Arnott of Hellertown, PA, James Kelly of Deerfield Beach, FL, and Kevin Kelly of Fort Pierce, FL; daughter, Debra (George) Biggs of Vero Beach, FL; 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her beloved sister, Lily Lynch, her cherished son, Brian Kelly and her great granddaughter, Alexandra Ament.
A Visitation will be held 1:00-3:00 p.m., Friday, October 20, 2023 at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, 1655 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
A Funeral Service will be held 3:00 p.m., Friday, October 20, 2023 at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, 1655 27th Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960 with Pastor Mark Bernthal of Our Savior Lutheran Church officiating.
Burial will follow at Crestlawn Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Karen Keve - Friend
October 18, 2023, 10:52 am
May God’s promise of eternal life with him bring you peace during this sad time. Keeping your family close at heart and in our prayers during this sad time. We’re sorry for your loss. What a wonderful tribute to a loving mother and grandmother.
Laura J. Mattingly - Friend
October 19, 2023, 2:21 am
That is a nice obituary, your Mom was a wonderful woman and I am deeply saddened for your loss. My heartfelt prayers for your family. Love, Laura