Wanda Kelly Obituary

Here is Wanda Kelly’s obituary posted on Echovita.

"With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Wanda Kelly of Greensboro, North Carolina, who passed away on December 22, 2021 at the age of 77. "

Unable to locate a detailed obituary for Wanda, whose passing in December 2021 is reported by Pat Lucas, GHS'63, and spouse of classmate David Lucas, GHS '62.

Located obituary (edited) for Robert Kelly, Wanda's spouse, which reveals remarkable background information about Wanda, including her military service as a nurse during the Vietnam conflict.

Robert Emmett Kelly
June 11, 1949 - February 12, 2021

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Kelly, 71, of Greensboro, NC. Known to so many who loved him as "Kelly." He was born in Pasadena, CA and was the 2nd oldest of 11 children. Bob was preceded in death by his parents James and Jean Kelly and his beloved sister Eileen Kelly and many more loved ones. He is survived by his loving wife Wanda Faulkner Kelly of Greensboro, daughter Kristina Kelly Richardson and son-in-law Don Richardson of Charlotte, daughter Kathryn Kelly of Greensboro and granddaughters Lois and Lena Richardson and 4 sisters and 5 brothers on the West Coast.

Being a Vietnam veteran was one of the many unique and special attributes of Bob. He served tirelessly with the 2nd Surgical Hospital. This is where he met his beautiful wife of 51 years, Wanda Faulkner a 2LT nursing in Chu Lai. Bob retired from Alamance Regional Hospital after 25 + years in the ER.

Bob will be missed by all who knew him and is remembered for his compassion, humor, loyalty, integrity and joy for life. At Bob's request there will be no funeral.