Jacquelyn Kelley

Jacquelyn Kelley, 61, of Springfield,  Missouri, formally of Walnut Grove, Missouri, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026.  She was born May 27, 1964, in Springfield, Missouri to James H. and Jeanette “Tootie” (Dotson) Kelley. 

Jacquelyn was valedictorian of the Walnut Grove Class of 1982. She later worked in X-Ray at the hospital. She had an entrepreneurial spirit, sharing her enthusiasm through ventures like Mary Kay and Kangen water machines. 

Jacquelyn was a skilled seamstress who made her children’s Halloween costumes, dance outfits, and clothing with love and care. She had a knack for finding four-leaf clovers and rainbows. She enjoyed riding her bike and had a strong interest in naturopathic medicine and the holistic lifestyle. Jacquelyn was always generous, never judgmental, and a friend to everyone.

Jacquelyn is survived by children, Angela Stevens, Alexandria Wilkerson, Victoria Schuster, Andrew Schuster; grandchildren, Tristian Stevens, Madelynne Stevens, River Stevens; brothers: James Kelley and wife, Cathy; Jerry Kelley and wife, Lisa; nieces, nephews, other family, and many friends.

Jacquelyn is preceded in death by her parents, James and Tootie Kelley.

Celebration of life services was held 6 p.m., Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Wilson-Griffin Funeral Home, Walnut Grove.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Jacquelyn’s name and may be left with the funeral home or mailed to Women’s Medical Respite, PO Box 385, Springfield, MO 65801.