Josephine Slingluff Kelly, a resident of Prince Frederick, Maryland, passed away peacefully in her home on June 9th, 2023. Josephine was born in Chevy Chase, Maryland, on December 24th, 1955 to loving parents, Clyde Vernon Kelly Jr. and Josephine Hall Kelly. She attended Holton Arms School and went on to graduate from Roanoke College.
“Josie” is survived by her three children, Josephine Hall Koelzer (Joe) of Onaga, Kansas, Jesseca Slingluff Willis (Julian) of Prince Frederick, MD, and Richard Franklin Virgin Jr. of Denver, Colorado. Her children were the most important thing in her life and being their mother was her most important job.
In addition to her children, Josie is survived by her granddaughter, Adelina Lou Sampson-Virgin of Denver, Colorado. She also leaves behind her brother Clyde Vernon Kelly III (Kathy) of Grasonville, Maryland, sister Susanne Kelly Dibert (Sam) of Midlothian, VA, and numerous other relatives and friends who were blessed to have known her.
Josie was a partner at Kelly Distributors. She was an avid gardener and a supporter of animal rescue. She was a member of the Forest Garden Club of Prince George’s County and the Marlborough Hunt Club. She was a founding member of the Upper Marlboro Gourmet Club and a member of the Society of the Ark & Dove.
Josie loved Maryland and cherished her time in southern Maryland with her family and friends. She will be dearly missed and remembered as a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, August 13th, 2023, 1pm at the Olde Breton Inn in Leonardtown, MD. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or charity of your choice.
James B Montfort III
June 22 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
I don’t even know where to begin. Josie was in my life from the day of my birth. We celebrated holidays & family events together. She was so sweet & kind. My sympathies to her brother, sister, & children. May she live forever in our hearts ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️????✨
Carol and Don Gentry, Stephanie and Dana Kukich
June 21 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
We are so very saddened by Josie’s passing. She was such a loving, elegant and generous person. We are sending love, prayers and our deepest condolences to her family and friends. We feel very fortunate to have known her.
James Brown Morrison
June 21 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
I grew up with the Kelly’s. Neighborhood hide-and-go-seek games, big sleep overs with pan cake and scrambled egg breakfasts while the parents slept. And those wonderful times at Chickahominy. Josie’s smile and laugh integral to all the fun we had. Such a wonderful person. She will be sorely missed. R.I.P. to a loving friend.
Valerie Lancaster
June 15 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
So sorry to hear about Josie…love and peace to the family
Ann Bowie Rice
June 15 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
Dear Susanne,
Thanks so must for this post. Josie will be dearly missed by all. Love to you and your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Ann Bowie
Ginger Tucker
June 15 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
Rod and I wish we could be there for you and your family, you have our thoughts and prays.
Dennis Montfort
June 15 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
Dennis and Evelyn Montfort
Our sincere condolences for your loss. Time heals some of the pain but we never stop loving or missing them. Best wishes.
Ryan Dorsey Revel
June 15 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
To all of Josie’s family,
My deepest, deepest condolences. May our many fond memories sustain us. ????????????. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Ryan
Joyce
June 14 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
I am shocked and horrified at the passing of Josie. She was indeed a delight. Gone too soon.
Rob & Patti Miller
June 14 – Obituary: Josephine Slingluff “Josie” Kelly
To Josie’s family, Rob and I send our most sincere condolences to all of you. May you be blessed with wonderful memories as you gather and share stories of Josie. May God Bless you! Love, Patti and Rob Miller
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