Kelly J. (Stelzer) Steward Obituary (1959

Kelly J. Steward (Stelzer), 63, of Wisconsin Rapids / Minocqua, passed away on June 28th, 2023, surrounded by her husband and sons after a cardiac emergency. Kelly was born in San Bernardino, CA, to Larry Stelzer and Judy (Johnson) Stelzer and grew up in Wisconsin Rapids. She attended school at SS Peter and Paul and Assumption High School. Kelly married Steven Steward in 1978 at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church with their reception at the Biron Hall, right down the road from where they grew up. They have three children; Derek (Lake DuBay,) Korey (Beaver Dam,) and Travis (Nekoosa.) For many years Kelly worked at Biron Cranberry along with her husband, Steve. She loved a good harvest season and social hour after a long day. In her younger years, she also volunteered at SS Peter and Paul School & Church and enjoyed spending time with her sons while they grew. Kelly enjoyed camping with friends, a margarita, and fresh fish fry over the open fire. We know she's having a good "piner" fire and a drink over the rainbow. Razorback Lake in Sayner, WI, held a special place in her heart, and we hope the many people she loved can enjoy some time to remember her there. Kelly is survived by her husband, Steve; her three sons Derek (Joe), Korey (Sam), and Travis (Danielle); her parents, Judy and Larry Stelzer; grandkids Kolton, Cameron, Annabell, Carter, Remington and Ryleigh; sister, Jolene (Dennis); brothers Scott (Janine), Shawn, Todd, and Peter; brothers-in-law, Daniel (Alice Ann), Norb (Reina), Mike (Tammy); and sister-in-law Joan (Jim). She also fiercely loved her many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and the countless friends she made along the way.Kelly was one of the good ones- she went above and beyond for everyone before herself. Please say a toast to Kelly with a glass of wine, or plant some wildflowers.Kelly's family asks that donations be made to your local humane society or the Nature Conservancy nature.org in lieu of flowers. The family is grateful for the compassionate care of Aspirus Wausau Hospital. We also thank our guardian angel, Amy Tomsyck, for helping us guide Kelly on her way. A visitation will be held on Monday, July 10, 2023, at 9 a.m. with a memorial service following at 11:30 a.m. at the Herman-Taylor Funeral Home. After the services, a gathering with food and drinks will be held at Rooted In Red - 1060 Center Street, Wisconsin Rapids.