Kelli Kristine Jones entered this world on September 6, 1977. In spite of having a grim medical diagnosis, she persevered and well outlived her prognosis. (Which she often found humorous in her adult life.)

On the evening of December 10, 2024, Kelli left her wheelchair behind and "smiling, she walked up Heaven's stairs to meet Jesus."

In 1984, Kelli became "Little Ambassador for United Cerebral Palsy", in Fort Wayne, Indiana and was on "Weekend with the Stars" telethon for years.

She graduated from Carroll High School in 1998.

Kelli leaves behind to cherish her memory, her mother, Denise (Deni) Fredrick and step-father, Dewey Fredrick; and 4 step-siblings.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Donald and Gertie Jones.