Jennifer Pool Wills Kelley

Jennifer Pool Wills Kelley obituary, St. Gabriel, LA

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Jennifer Kelley Obituary

A native of Baton Rouge and resident of St. Gabriel, Jennifer Pool Wills Kelley passed away on February 7, 2020 at the age of 49. She was a life-long member of First Presbyterian Church and was a proud member of the Worship Team Choir. Never meeting a stranger, Jennifer had a zest for life and loved to spend time with her family and friends. She enjoyed shopping, social events, adored animals, and delighted in traveling, especially to the Smokey Mountains in Tennessee. Jennie was a great listener and took great pride in keeping up with her friends lives. She is greatly loved and will be dearly missed. Jennifer is survived by her husband of 11 years, Jeffrey Kelley of St. Gabriel, LA; mother, Polly Wills of Baton Rouge, LA; siblings, Douglas Wills, Jr. (Patti) and Christy Moock (Pat) of Baton Rouge, LA; step-daughters, Katelyn Eubanks (Robert) and Brittany Valencia (Joseph) of Baton Rouge, LA; father and mother-in-law, Ben and Mary Kelley of St. Gabriel; grandchildren, Joie Valencia, Jude Valencia, Rhemy Eubanks and Wellington Eubanks of Baton Rouge, LA; and nieces and nephews, Cooper Wills of Baton Rouge, Madison Miles DeLee (Josh) of Clinton, LA, Chandler Miles, and Andrew Moock of Baton Rouge. LA. She is preceded in death by her father, Douglas "Reggie" Wills, Sr. Visitation will on Tuesday, February 11, 2020 at Rabenhorst Funeral Home (825 Government Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70802) from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. Visitation will continue on Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at First Presbyterian Church (763 North Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70802) from 10:00 am until the Funeral Service at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge. A special thanks to the St. Gabriel Fire Department for their assistance and care.

Published by The Advocate from Feb. 9 to Feb. 11, 2020.
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My deepest sympathy to Mrs. Wills and the family... I've missed Jennie for years... She was one of my dearest friends for a number of years... I had so hoped to reconnect with her... I so wish I had known she was sick. I only just found out last night so, I'm saddened that I'm unable to attend services...

Julie Campbell

February 12, 2020

I too worked with Jennifer at G&E and CRA. She loved her family and her church beyond words. Especially her dear Daddy. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. She will be missed. Rest In Peace, Jen!

February 10, 2020

Jennifer was one of my favorite coworkers while she was at G&E Engineering/CRA. I always loved seeing her come in each morning with that gorgeous smile and winning personality. I missed her when she left the company and went to work for a competitor (their gain, our loss!). She was a joy to be around both professionally and socially. I cannot imagine how the family feels losing her at such a young age. The world was better off with her in it and now she is another angel cheering on an angelic choir. Jennifer made my life better and I'll never forget her!

Ted Dove

February 10, 2020

My deepest condolences to the Kelly Family. Jennifer, you were a joy to work with. You will be missed.

Tim Ratchford

February 10, 2020

Our deepest condolences to Jeff and family on the loss of Jennifer.
Barbara and Larry Meynard

Barbara Meynard

February 10, 2020

My deepest condolences. I worked with Jennifer during her CRA days. She was always so welcoming and had the best smile. She will definitely be missed.

Andre Banskton

February 10, 2020

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. I worked with Jennie for a short time at CRA 20 years ago. She always had an amazing smile, and was so very kindhearted. She was a true blessing to have in ones life. Praying for piece and comfort for her husband and family!

Valerie Parfait LeJeune

February 10, 2020

Prayers you are at peace, Jen. You will be missed my many,

Tara Brown

February 10, 2020

Tina Modica

February 10, 2020

I met Jennifer when we both worked at CRA. She came to Houston to help on a very large project that we were working on. It has been about 20 years and we had remained great friends since then. She had a wonderful laugh and a wonderful way of looking at life. My heart is very sad that you're gone, but I'm happy you're no longer suffering. Rest in Peace my dear friend. I will miss you. Love you.

Tina Modica

February 10, 2020

Heaven keeps getting better, but we will miss this dear, sweet, fun and faithful friend here on earth. I know God's Word says that when someone in Christ passes, we grieve with hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13), as we will see them again (John 3:16-17). Yet, I know we still grieve-so I pray for Jennifer's husband, mom, and each member of her wonderful family. May God comfort y'all through His permanent presence during Jennifer's temporary absence. Yours in Christ Jesus, Jim & Anne (Douglas) Solomon

Rev. Jim Solomon

February 10, 2020

My sincere condolences go out to Jennifer's family at this time of incredible grief. I was lucky enough to have met my sweet Jenny "Poo" when hired on at CRA many years ago. We worked together for ten years and continued that friendship for many years after staying in constant touch. She had a heart as big as the ocean. Always with that big, beautiful smile and long tight hugs. She and I shared many things...laughter, tears, tears through laughter, and great prayers. She was always best at finding the perfect words of prayer. She always told me I was her best friend...for that I am grateful. I will miss this precious friend of mine...

Pam Guedry

February 10, 2020

I have so many great memories of her. We met through the single's group at church around 1996 and sang on the worship team together. Her laugh keeps playing in my head. I know she is laughing in heaven now with her dear daddy who she adored.

LaJuan Tracy

February 9, 2020

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