Kelly G. Dowell

Kelly, 46, passed away unexpectedly on July 29, 2011, at his home in Centennial, Colorado and now is in the hands of our most gracious Lord. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle and dearest friend.

Kelly is survived by his wife, Sue; children, Bethanie (29), Nicole (28), Anthony (23), and Madison (4); grandson Heath (1); mother, Constance Dowell; and siblings, Scott Dowell, Vicki Phillips, and Sherry Guehler. Preceeded in death by his father, Robert Dowell; brother, Allen Dowell; and mother-in-law, Martha Curtis.

Visitation will be Wednesday, August 3rd, from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. followed by a Recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 P.M. both at Horan & McConaty Family Chapel, 5303 East County Line Road, Centennial, Colorado. A Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, August 4, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 8035 South Quebec Street in Centennial, Colorado. A Committal Service will follow at 2:30 P.M. at Ft. Logan National Cemetery, Pavilion ‘B.’

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kelly Dowell Memorial Fund which has been set up as a trust fund for Kelly’s youngest daughter, Madison. Contributions can be made at Wells Fargo Bank, 7360 South Yosemite Street, Centennial, Colorado 80112, Account number 6989727612, Routing number 10200076, or 303.740.1406.

Kelly was an enthusiastic man of faith who was involved in many religious education programs at St. Thomas More Catholic Church. He was a 4th degree Knight of Columbus and previously served as Grand Knight. After Kelly’s own conversion to Catholicism, he was inspired to spread his faith among all who sought to find God, and even some who didn’t know they were seeking God. He sponsored many candidates seeking to enter the Catholic Faith. He also became involved with the Rosary Makers of St. Thomas More with his mother-in-law, Martha.

Kelly served proudly in the U.S. Air Force for 9+ years and was extremely patriotic. Kelly enjoyed rebuilding classic cars with his son Anthony. His latest projects included restoring a ’65 Chevy El Camino and ’69 Dodge Charger. He enjoyed riding Harley Davidson motorcycles and exploring the state of Colorado. He was a fan of the Denver Broncos and Colorado Rockies and enjoyed attending games.

Kelly was a man who made friends everywhere he went. Naturally outgoing and charismatic, it was hard not to gravitate toward his warm personality. He was a humble, selfless, and honest friend. He cared deeply for those he loved.

We will cherish his memory and miss him deeply.

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