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Kelly Stratton Obituary
Kelly Ray Stratton, 51, of Lawrence KS, formerly of Topeka, passed away at their home in Lawrence on Sunday, April 14, 2013, surrounded by his family and friends.
Kelly was born on January 8, 1962 in Topeka, the son of Jack and Kay Stratton. He grew up in Topeka and attended Highland Park High School. He was married in Manhattan KS on June 27, 2008, to Lisa Lynn Sanchez; she survives of the home. Kelly worked for both Washburn University and presently was employed by Kansas University and was an avid Jayhawk fan. He loved his family and friends deeply. Special thanks to Midland Hospice Care, Lawrence Memorial Hospital Oncology Dept. and Lawrence Cancer Center.
Kelly is survived by his parents, Jack and Kay Stratton; daughter, Mandi Wilson, Lawrence; sons, Andrew Wilson and Jesse Wilson, both of Lawrence; brother, Don Stratton Sr. (Lisa); and sisters, Pam Snyder (Gary), Auburn, and Susan McDonald (Bill), Vassar.
A visitation will be Wednesday, April 17, 2013, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Rd. Topeka KS 66614. Graveside service will be Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Hope Cemetery Funeral Chapel. Kelly requested attendees be casually dressed in KU attire!
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Kelly's family, sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.kevinbrennanfamily.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kelly Stratton
Trudy and Joe Weir
April 23, 2013
To all the Strattons: I just found out this morning of your loss. I have been out of town for the past week. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. God Bless!
Carol (Shuck) Gardner
April 22, 2013
Jack, Kay, Donnie and Pam, so sorry to hear about Kelly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Don Jr. Stratton
April 18, 2013
Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt Lisa & family, we are praying that you are comforted by HIS peace during this time. We join you in looking forward to the day we see Uncle Kelly again. Love to all.
Willard Harris - Bean
April 18, 2013
To a lost friend that will be truly miss. From your softball teammate and many late nite fun partner. God is getting another great person in his world of bliss.
April 17, 2013
sorry about your loss, lots of memories from playing softball with Kelly on the old Bar JK team
Ray Martin
April 17, 2013
Sorry for your loss Lisa. You are in our thoughts and prayers. ~Gilbert Herrera family
Todd Gleason
April 17, 2013
Lisa, I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in your time of mourning.
I will always love you baby
Lisa Lynn Stratton
April 16, 2013
Vic Booth
April 16, 2013
Lisa,Kay,Jack, I will think of Kelly often,. Am sure I am the ONLY person he ever called Sweetheart. Kelly had a loving nature and was so fortunate to have you all. I am saddened by your loss.
April 16, 2013
Robert Buchanan;Kelly we will miss ya.
Jessica and Mike Brown
April 16, 2013
Kelly was a much loved friend and co-worker at K.U. He will be missed.Our hearts go out to all of his family.
Pat Watridge
April 16, 2013
My condolences to the Stratton and Snyder families.
My twin sister and I have been friends with Kelly's for years. He will be missed by so many family and friends.
Brian and Stacey Calhoon
April 16, 2013
Donnie, Jack, Kay and family, So sorry to hear about Kelly's passsing. Keeping you all in our prayers.
doug & ludell smith
April 16, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Pam Bjornaas
April 16, 2013
My sympathies to the family. I grew up with Kelly, his brother Donnie and sister Pam as well as their wonder parents Jack and Kay. You are in my prayers.
April 16, 2013
Jack and Family so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dean and Jeanne Porter
Bob Johnson
April 16, 2013
God bless the Stratton family!Had a lot of great times with Kelly Ray....Bob Johnson
Deb Booth (McGrew)
April 16, 2013
Jack, Kay and Stratton family, I am so sorry for you loss. Please know that he now rests comfortably in our Lords hands.
April 16, 2013
My sympathies to the Stratton Family. I went to High School with Kelly. He was a jokester and always made me laugh. May God comfort and bless you all. {{Rest in Peace, Kelly}}
David Boyles
April 16, 2013
To the entire Stratton family, may god comfort you in this time of sorrow. You are in my prayers.
Eddie Arredondo
April 16, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Terry Blount
April 16, 2013
Jack and Kay, I'm so sorry for your loss. I liked Kelly a lot. He is now out of pain and is with the Lord. God bless you and yours.
April 16, 2013
Jack Kay and Family, May the Lord be with each and everyone of you.Kelly will be missed by so-very many. Just know that He is in Gods-Hands now. May you all be Comforted by knowing this. Friend Always,Donna(Larson)Alfrey.
April 16, 2013
For all those affected by Kelly's passing. May GOD comfort you all as only HE can.....I am so sorry for your loss.
Brenda L Vestal
charles schram
April 16, 2013
So sorry for your loss
Charles,Julie and Katelinn Schram
Sherry Sullivan-Rogers
April 16, 2013
To the entire Stratton family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am very thankful I got to know Kelly and enjoy our Stampede times each year, he will be missed. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Karen Woodall
April 16, 2013
Jack,Kay.
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Pray The LORD Will Comfort You Both At This Time,As Well As All Family Members. Kelly Is At Peace Now,Praise GOD.We Will See Him Again,That Is What Is So Comforting.GOD Bless.
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