Kelly Ann Kadlec, of Mora, Minnesota passed away on March 13, 2025, in Columbus, Minnesota surrounded by her family. She was 64 years old. Born on January 4, 1961, in Mora, Minnesota, Kelly lived a full life marked by love, laughter, and family.

Kelly grew up in Mora and later moved to McGrath in 1978 when she married Dale Kadlec. After their divorce in 1997, she returned to her hometown, where she continued to be an active member of her community. Kelly attended Mora High School and earned her GED after getting married. Throughout her working life, she took on various roles, from being a bartender to a store stock auditor, and even worked on the family farm.

Kelly was known for her vibrant spirit and diverse interests. She loved bowling and playing darts, always ready for a friendly game. Going for walks and fishing during the summer brought her joy and during the holidays she loved to bake Christmas cookies.  She found peace in quilting and reading and excitement in playing BINGO with friends.

Kelly was preceded in death by her parents Otis and Bernice Wilson, her siblings Bryan Wilson and Rae Thomsen, and her nephew Bradley Thomsen.

She is survived by her children; Mandy (Kadlec) and John Christiance of Columbus, Minnesota, Naomi Kadlec of Mora, Minnesota, Chris Kadlec of Minnesota, her grandchildren; Randall Mitchell of Brainerd, Minnesota, Aydin Eigeneer of Pine City, Minnesota,  Alex Snedeker of Isanti, Minnesota, and Joel Draxten of Milan, Michigan, her siblings; Joe Wilson of Mora, Minnesota, Boyd Wilson of Warman, Minnesota and Joyce (Wilson) and Jerry Bostwich of Alaska, and nephews; Ryan, Scott and Kenneth Bostwich, Andrew and Jessie Wilson, Bryan Wilson (Bree Olson) and great nephew Otis Wilson,  and Charlie (Jade) Wilson and their children Gracie, Marley, Idris, and Lyla Wilson, Willie Thomsen and great niece Hailey Thomsen.

A Celebration of Life will be held for Kelly at Kev's Depot on April 5, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, where family and friends will gather to share their memories and celebrate the wonderful life she lived. Burial will take place at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery after the Celebration of Life.

Kelly will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and cherished memories that we will carry in our hearts forever.