Obituary: Kelly Jarvi

As received from the Erickson Crowley Peterson Funeral Home:

Kelly Jarvi (Harry) 57, of Gay, Michigan passed away peacefully in her home after a long battle with cancer on June 11, 2024. Kelly was born in Laurium, Michigan on December 3rd, 1966 to Herbert “Jan” and Florence. She attended CLK Schools, and soon after married the love of her life Micheal Jarvi at 17. Kelly was a devoted and loving military wife and was often referred to as “platoon Mom” or “Ms. Kelly,” for the soldiers in her life. She was awarded the highest prestige a civilian can achieve, through the Mary Walker award and wore it proudly. Kelly was also a loving mother to her only daughter, Stephanie. She raised her with the love and compassion that we see in her now. Kelly was an avid member of many groups throughout her lifetime, but spent most of her time at the ladies auxiliary in Gay. She enjoyed picking rocks at the beach, going for cruises to the harbor and spending time with her entire family. Kelly is preceded in death by her parents Herbert “Jan” Harry and Florence Stefonich, and her two brothers Jack “Hair Bear” Harry and Steven “Cubby” Harry. She is survived by her husband, Micheal Jarvi and her daughter, Stephanie Harry (Ross), among countless aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. A service will be held on Tuesday, June 18th starting at 11am at Erickson-Crowley Peterson Funeral Home along with the procession to Calvery Cemetery and a celebration of life immediately to follow. Please come to celebrate with us and bring a dish to pass at Hidden Pines Barn.