Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
Whitesell-Somers Family Web Project - Person Sheet
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ChildrenKatherine
BirthMar 17, 1923, Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina470, Dr Julian Little Kelly
DeathNov 23, 2003, Georgetown, Georgetown County, South Carolina470, Dr Julian Little Kelly
BurialEvans Cemetery, Reevesville, Dorchester County, South Carolina470, Dr Julian Little Kelly
Obituary Online notes for Katherine Blair GRIFFITH
Katherine Blair "Sis" Griffith Kelly, age 84, of Pawleys Island, SC, died Wednesday, February 18, 2009, at her residence.

Born January 10, 1925, in Reidsville, NC, a daughter of Luther Calvin Griffith (1890-1960) and Frances Debbie Reynolds Griffith (1896-1975); wife of Dr Julian Little Kelly (1923–2003).

A wonderful friend and truly a "guardian angel" to many, actively involved in politics, community relations, and worked with numerous organizations, was an inspiration to all.

Sis and Julian lived in Atlanta, GA, for many years; moved to Pawleys Island, SC, in 1982 after buying Tip Top Inn and ran it until it was destroyed by Hurricane Hugo.

Survivors include a daughter, Katherine King; sister, Dorothy Griffith Abbott; one granddaughter; one great-grandson; two great-great grandchildren; three step-children, Janice Quesada, Julie Kelly-Carnes, and Mike Kelly; two step-grandchildren; niece, Betty Abbott; nephew, Anthony Abbott; and two great-nieces.

A celebration of life was held at 4:00 pm, Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Pawleys Plantation, Pawleys Island, SC.

Memorials could be made to Tara Hall for Boys, Georgetown, SC, or Joy School, Pawleys Island, SC.
470, Katherine Blair “Sis” Griffith Baulin Kelly
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