Obituary: Velma Kaufman Kellert

Velma (Vicky) Kaufman Kellert passed away May 2, 2019, at the age of 90. Born in Hartford, Conn., Vicky graduated from the University of Connecticut and later earned a Master’s of Social Work, which she used throughout her career, most recently with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Atlanta. She enjoyed traveling and playing games, especially when it involved her grandchildren.

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Frank and Cynthia Kellert of Norcross, Bill and Elyse Kellert of Dunwoody, and Stephen Kellert and Sara Mack of St. Paul, Minn.; grandchildren Gregory (Erika) Tyburski, Emily, Bryan, Caroline and Asa.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, www.alz.org. A graveside service was held May 5, 2019, at Arlington Memorial Park with Rabbi Max Miller officiating. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, Atlanta 770-451-4999. Sign online guestbook at www.edressler.com.

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