Anja Stam posted a condolence

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Long after moving away from Denville, I fondly remember my elementary school art classes and still draw on the skills I learned there. I still have many fun pieces of art from those years and taught my own children to create similar pieces based on those projects. Now in my 60s, I continue to admire the genuine passion Mrs. Kelly had for sharing the joy of creativity with her students, and also for the amazing shows she and Mrs. Windish put together for the whole school each year. Please know that the joy she created is still rippling out into the world.

Ed and Deb Vanderhoof posted a condolence

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

I remember Mrs. Kelly as a very creative and talented art teacher. She was kind and pleasant and encouraged her students to behave well and make beautiful things. She was very creative and the students loved her. Mrs. Kelly will be missed by all who knew her.

Cindi Lash-Tripken posted a condolence

Saturday, January 28, 2023

Mrs. Kelly was such a reprieve in my education; her talent and mentorship were so refreshing. She was such an inspiration. Add Mrs. Windish's talent to our talent productions and they were a pair who could not be beat. Rest well Mrs. Kelly.

Russ Wrede posted a condolence

Friday, January 27, 2023

The Wrede family sends their most heartfelt condolences to Skip. Mrs. Kelly was our mother’s best friend and travel buddy. Our mom, Marge Wrede, had such fond memories working at the National Parks together, spending time in Chincoteague, spending time at the Jersey Shore, and camping throughout the country. Mrs Kelly was an awesome teacher and great family friend.

Mary Yobs posted a condolence

Sunday, January 22, 2023

Barbara did the very best pen and ink sketches of Denville. As I sit here there are many drawings on our wall. Most of the original buildings have been renovated or torn down. The Denville BOE has her pictures on their entrance wall. I will always remember her in our "Circle" with jokes and laughter. She was special. Mary Yobs

Joan Brennan posted a condolence

Sunday, January 22, 2023

I just have to look at my wall and see the silhouette of both of my sons and I think of Barbara. She did these with the K or 1st grade kids every year. I treasure these and all the wonderful projects they brought home from her class. She was special to so may of the Denville families. From my sons, John and Timothy and myself I want to say Thank you and she will always have a place in my heart. Wonderful teacher. Joan Brennan

Pat Mulligan lit a candle

Friday, January 20, 2023

Barbara was a wonderful friend and teacher. She taught my four children at Riverview School. My deepest sympathy to Skip. May she Rest In Peace amen.

Frank and Betty Stanton posted a condolence

Saturday, January 14, 2023

“Bobbie” was a wonderful colleague and terrific teacher. She will be greatly missed by all of us who considered her a true friend. Our sincere condolences to Skipper and family.

Allison Alerine uploaded photo(s)

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

Q: What was Barbara really good at? A: Barbara was a great neighbor going to miss chatting and her wonderful pies she made us. We became family living nextdoor and she made it easy for us to love her. Wishing Skipper family and friends the warmest hugs and prayers with her loss. Allison and Randy

Christine Salvatore posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

I grew up living across the street from Mrs. Kelly, and kid sitting for her son, Skip. I haven’t seen either of them in years, but I have wonderful memories of both of them. She looks so tiny in these pictures! When she and I interacted back in the 60s and 70s, she was a force of nature, a force for good and goodness to be reckoned with. Sleep well, Mrs. Kelly. There are a lot of little kids who remember how much you taught them all those years. You deserve the rest for giving so much of yourself to all those kids.

David Milne posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 11, 2023

My deepest condolences to your family.

Doreen E Sweigart posted a condolence

Monday, January 9, 2023

Barbara will be missed by us. We all will miss you, Barbara. We had so much fun with you next door to us at Trails End Campground, fishing, crabbing, and eating together. We have fond memories of OES, going to Barn Theater and just being friends. You taught us so much about nature through your artwork and photography. We are blessed to have known you. Bob, Doreen, Sharon, Dawn and Summer Sweigart

Alayne Gladden Torretta lit a candle

Sunday, January 8, 2023

Skipper, I am so very sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. She was one of the Camping Crew in Chincoteague along with my parents, Don and Carol Gladden. I’ve several of her tiny paintings of wildlife on Assateague she gifted my mom and dad over the years. I’ve fond memories of her teaching my kids how to make s’mores and playing miniature golf. She will be missed. ❤️

Barbara Wright posted a condolence

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Thank you Barbara for being a GREAT student teacher to me at Riverview.PAINT the Heavens ♥️Barbara

John Judge posted a condolence

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Rest In Peace Mrs. Kelly to a Gifted Art Teacher who decorated the halls at Riverview Elementary School in Denville Edgar you have my Deepest Sympathy at this time of need Johnny Judge now John Judge

John Judge lit a candle

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Ken McElroy posted a condolence

Thursday, January 5, 2023

Skip Condolances my friend! Your Mom was loved by everyone whom met her! Hold your fondest memories close they will comfort you!

Georgia Beattie posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

I remember Mrs Kelly fondly as my art teacher in Riverview. My condolences to Skip and all of her family.

Debby Elliott Norris lit a candle

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

I am so sorry to hear of Ms. Kelly passing Her endless patience and kindness throughout my days as her student at Riverview (MANY years ago) will always be etched in my heart and mind. Her artistic talent and teaching abilities have stayed with me throughout the years,as she was one of those teachers that her students just don't forget. I wish Skippy and her family much peace with the knowledge she was such an inspiration to so many of us.

Christine Miller lit a candle

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

My family’s thoughts and prayers are with you, Skip. My mom, Kathy Covert worked with your mom at Riverview and my brother, sister and I went there. Your mom was the absolute best art teacher and all around wonderful woman. We so much and have incredible memories from those days. I also remember her playing golf at Peace Pipe with our neighbor, Ann Williamson. May she Rest In Peace and your memories provide comfort to you.

Gregg Trautmann lit a candle

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

I can still remember learning to paint water colors in Riverview School from Mrs. Kelly. In later years she painted three commissions for us and I have another water color she did of the Denville train station. A very talented lady. Rest in eternal spring.

George L. Lewis, IV posted a condolence

Wednesday, January 4, 2023

Skip - as you know our mothers were lifetime friends from the early Riverview School PTA days on. My mom asked me to express our condolences to you. There are so many stories about your mom's life journey. Barbara's art talent, zest for life, passion for golf and unique Denville personality created memories that will live on. Sincerely, Betty, George & Lisa

George L. Lewis, IV lit a candle

Tuesday, January 3, 2023

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