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Steven Kelsey Obituary

Steven Kelsey

January 13, 1963 - December 23, 2023

Steven Kelsey of Rockville, formerly of Grand Island, passed away Saturday, December 23, 2023.

He was born January 13, 1963 in Grand Island to Ted and Anne (McGee) Kelsey. Steve graduated from Grand Island Senior High in 1981. He furthered his education in local colleges before working at Berkeley Pumpta-Rite Industries until they closed and Hornady manufacturing to name a few. He then followed his dreams by opening and operating his own business, Ace Towing, until health issues.

Some of Steve's hobbies included RC cars, trains, air boating, jeeping, hunting, fishing, and guns. He was a member of the Izaac Walton League with an affection for his many German Sheppard's. He was a proud veteran of the Army National Guard, where he served 12 years with many decorations, to include the Gulf War, to his credit.

Survivors include his mother, Anne Kelsey; siblings, Sherri (James) Kusek of Rockville, Shane (Kelly) Kelsey of Wichita, KS; and numerous extended family members.

Steve was preceded in death by his father, Ted; brother, Scott Kelsey; and his grandparents.

A Celebration of Life event will be held at a later date and a private burial of ashes will take place at West Lawn Memorial Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Grand Island Humane Society.

Online condolences may be left at www.giallfaiths.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Grand Island Independent on Dec. 29, 2023.

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Daniel J. Cameron

May 28, 2025

I bread my female German Shepard, Mia, with his male German Shepherd, "Smoke."
I kept one females out of the 7 puppies. Steve said, he wanted a male, but that he didn't have to have 1st pick. I spoke with him after the puppies were born, and he came over when they were 7 weeks old. He told me that he couldn't take one, because his health had worsened. I felt bad, but I told him that I was ok with his decision.
So his dog Smoke, Is the father of my female German Shepherd, Cleopatra, (Cleo).
And she is an awesome dog.
Both of her parents are purebred, veteran, service dogs.
Mia, my German Shepherd,
(the mother Cleopatra) is a purebred "original" German Shepherd.
And Smoke is a purebred "short haired" German Shepherd.
I'm glad I got a chance to know Steve and his German Shepherd, "Smoke. "

Gary Keck

January 16, 2024

Steve was always, to be sure, a friend that we got along great, even when we hadn't seen each other for years. That picture of him is perfect - I always laughed with him telling him that smile always looked like he knew something about me. I have nothing but laughter with you in remembering.
Gary Keck

Becky (VanWey) Janes

January 2, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. I always think of the wonderful times we shared in the neighborhood on Sheridan. My thoughts and prayers to you all at this time.

Joan Maxon

January 1, 2024

My Deepest Sympathy to Anne and your family, keeping you in my prayers

Steve Durham

January 1, 2024

Worked with Steve at insulation systems. He was a very fun person to work with. Never a doll moment with Steve around. He was a great guy and will be missed by many. Prayers for family.

Kandy Mustion

January 1, 2024

Steve was a guy with so much energy and drive. He had a great sense of humor and always made us laugh. He was always positive and upbeat...fun to be around! My sympathies to the family. No mother should ever have to bury her children, especially 2 of them. God give you comfort.

Kent Kovar

December 29, 2023

I worked at Hornady with Steve, and on Fridays at 9 in the morning we had our hours for the week put in , but they would want us to work more hours, Steve would come to my station and say it´s time for a beer, so we would leave and go to Bunkhouse for a couple beers, always loved going and talking cars and stuff with Steve, will miss him. RIP Steve .

Tim Garrison

December 29, 2023

I knew Steve for 40 years. He was a great friend and will be missed by everyone who knew him.lots of great memories over the years. Prayers to his family

Dian Miller

December 29, 2023

My dearest friend, Steve. He was a great neighbor, great friend and his other additions smoky that he loves so dearly he always had an answer for something and if he didn´t, he would make up something that really made sense, but at the end of the day he was Steve Kelsey Rest in peace my friend you will be missed until we meet again . Randy, Dian, Rocky Miller.

Loren and JoAnn

December 29, 2023

So sorry to hear prayers go out to the family

Tim Garrison

December 29, 2023

Friends for about 40 years. Going to miss you buddy

Matt Redman

December 29, 2023

Sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was a classmate at GISH. My prayers to the family. Rest in peace!

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