Scott Michael Kelly July 8, 1987 - January 23, 2021 - Turrentine ...

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                                          Scott Michael Kelly
                                       July 8, 1987 - January 23, 2021

Scott Michael Kelly of Dallas, Texas passed away January 23, 2021 at the age of 33. He was born on July 8, 1987 to
Michael Joseph Kelly and Christine Elaine (Rowe) Kelly in Overland Park, Kansas. Scott grew up in Albuquerque, New
Mexico and graduated from La Cueva High School. He earned his mechanical engineering degree from Texas Tech
University. Scott was an avid sports fan and collector of memorabilia. He followed the Texas Tech Red Raiders, Kansas
City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals faithfully but was a fan of all sports. He studied and appreciated a wide variety of
music, art, literature, and movies. He was teaching himself to play the ukulele and guitar at his passing. Scott was a
history buff, a trivia whiz, and a bit of a foodie. Travel was a more recent passion and he made time for his two favorite
annual trips; fishing in Canada and the NCAA basketball tournament in Las Vegas. He was a Lego Maniac and spent
his down time building Lego sets to add to his impressive collection. Scott loved his work family and was proud of his
accomplishments and many projects at M-E Engineers.

He is survived by his parents, Mike and Chris Kelly of McKinney, Texas; sisters, Jill Eshelman and husband Ryan of
McKinney, Texas, Diana Knee and husband, Jordan of Murphy, Texas and Laura Kelly of Dallas, Texas; niece, Rose
Eshelman; grandmother, Lois Jean Rowe; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and many other loving family members and
friends. Scott will also be missed by his beloved cat, Teddy.

In support of our local, state, and federal government including CDC directives and to protect the physical health, safety
and well-being of our community, only a limited number of guests will be allowed to attend the memorial service.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 15, 2021 at Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow- Funeral
Chapel, 2525 Central Expressway North, Allen, Texas. The service will also be live streamed at TJMfuneral.com on
Scott’s obituary page by clicking on the following link: https://celebrationoflife.tv/blog/scott-michael-kelly. After the
service, the recorded live stream will be available for viewing at the same link location.

However, when the maximum number of guests are reached, those who would like to honor Scott and show their support
to his family may remain at the funeral home in your vehicle, where you can watch the live streamed service on your

personal device (laptop, tablet or smartphone) or listen through a designated FM radio channel.

  The family has requested that remembrances be made in the form of contributions to the Lilabean Foundation for
  Pediatric Brain Cancer Research in honor of Scott’s cousin, Lila Giroux. For more information or to make a donation go
  to www.lilabeanfoundation.com.

Memorials
I'm not sure if it's too late, but I worked with Scott on several projects over the
years. He was a great mechanical engineer, but an even better friend. I always
knew he'd be up for having a beer after our meeting was over to get to the real
issues and could always count on him to just hang out and talk about the day.
I'm still saddened by his passing as he cannot be replaced. He will be missed!
ALAN HARMON, FEBRUARY 26, 2021

I first met Scott when we attended Texas Tech. He happened to be my next
door neighbor at Coleman Hall freshman year. From that day, our friendship
began. We hung out almost every day. We had many good times together as
college students would. Lately, I've been thinking a lot about the times we
hung out in Lubbock. His news came to a big shock to me and I am deeply
saddened. My condolences to Scott and his family.
JOSHUA GOMEZ, FEBRUARY 16, 2021

My condolences for your loss Mr. and Mrs. Kelly, Jill, Diana, and Laura. I was
Scott's friend and roommate for many years at Tech. He definitely loved his
family and always had nice things to say about growing up in your home (he
had framed pictures of all you around our place). We all had a blast at the OU
vs Tech game in 06 - thanks for including me in that trip to Norman. As visitors
we braved the OU student section that day. Scott introduced me to
snowboarding, something I enjoy every year now, Tupac, and so many great
movies and shows. We balanced our engineering studies with a fun social life.
He was dependable, fair, adventurous, and a good friend.. We last saw each
other at the Denver airport a few years ago while on business trips and got to

catch up. I am grateful for Scott's friendship during our formative time in
college, and wish we were closer than just playing fantasy football in recent
years. I will miss him and he's in my prayers, I wish you all the best.

MALIC ABUSAWA, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Thank you for making it possible to be with you all from a distance--we wish
we could have been with you. We loved watching the video full of sweet, sweet
memories and hearing about his passionate life. As Scott's Godparents, we
are heartbroken with you and have been praying that the sweet memories will
hold your grief and comfort you as you continue on in this life. God speed
Scott Michael Kelly.
FRED AND MICHELLE BETZEN, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Scott had a genuine kindness and openness that was easy to see and very
easy to love. Friendly, light-hearted and quick-witted- you could always count
on Scotty to bring a fun perspective to the party. It is so clear how much he
cared about all the people (and teams and cat!) in his life. Way too soon to say
goodbye, I'll always think of Scott with lots of love and his bright smile. Thank
you for sharing this today - the words, music and photos were really beautiful.
Sending lots of love, prayers and hugs to the whole family.
ANN & AARON FRENCH, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

It was a moment I didn’t except when my parents told me. Scott was amazing! I
remember our trip to Canada and Scott hitting the candle with a fork. Hugs to
you all! The Kelly’s were lucky and still are to have such a great person in the
family and to be looking down on us now.
BRIDGET KELLY , FEBRUARY 15, 2021

I had the pleasure of working with Scott on the Rangers Ballpark project. I was
on the architecture side but we worked together in a trailer out on site for a
year. Walking the site, discussing issues to resolve, and most of days all of us
that worked in the trailer together would go somewhere for lunch and just get to

know one another. He was a smart, talented, funny and interesting person. I
really enjoyed working with him and getting to know him. I am so sorry for your
loss. He was so young and full of life and I am thankful that I got to know him.
My thoughts are with your family, his friends, and coworkers.
DANIEL CAHAK, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

We love you all we mourn with you all and we are here for you all
BRIAN KELLY (EMILY AND ABBY), FEBRUARY 15, 2021

I send my condolences to the family. I know the pain from losing a love one
can be unbearable but the bible can be a great source of comfort. 2
Corinthians 1:3,4 in that it tells us that God is the Father of tender mercies and
the God of all comfort. The bible also gives us the hope of a resurrection (Acts
24:15).
JOR, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Scott will be forever missed. He was such a great person. I am incredibly
heartbroken for your family and I am sorry for this horrible loss. I love you all
so much. Love, Caitlin and Family
CAITLIN MARTIN, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Better for having known Scott, and grateful for the times I spent with him. Each
conversation with Scott was more engaging than the typical chit-chat. Smart,
funny, passionate - interesting and interested in return. Although our
conversations were fewer than I’d like - they were memorable and meaningful -
a rare gift. It was easy to gather the following truths from my time with Scott:
He loved his family - near and far - and loved being with them anywhere. He
loved his work and was proud of the projects he was part of. He loved his
teams (we agreed on all but one). He loved his interests and hobbies, and
embraced them unapologetically. Mickey, Christine, Jill, Diana, and Laura - I’m
so sorry for the immense pain you’re suffering. I pray you can find peace and
joy in the lifetime of memories you made with Scott. My family will continue to
pray for each of you, and especially for Scott’s eternal rest in the glory of
Heaven. Jesus, I Trust in You.

MIKE GIROUX (LESTER), FEBRUARY 15, 2021

I always enjoyed my time with Scott as I could always count on his sweet and
kind disposition and learning something new. The world will miss out on his
discoveries not yet made. He was lucky to be part of the Kelly clan- such a
loving and caring family. Sending all my love.
LAUREN SANCHEZ, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

It was a lovely service. I only wished I had been there. Hugs to all of you and I
hope to see you all soon. This historic winter storm can’t last forever. Love to
all. Love you Scott. Karen and David.
KAREN LANGWORTHY, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Kelly Family - What a beautiful service for Scott, the family pictures made my
heart so happy. You have a beautiful family that will forever be watched over
by Scott. How I know Scott - I had the pleasure of hiring Scott for his first
engineering position. Boy was he green but thanks to his persistence and
eagerness he quickly grew from "the new guy" to a trusted engineer and
someone I saw as a partner in the industry. Scott and I worked hard, side by
side, on so many projects, some good ones and some we endlessly
complained about and worked hard to forget. After 6 years of working together
I got to know Scott not just as an engineer but a person and boy did he have a
kind heart. He genuinely cared about the people around him and showed it
every chance he got. He was the first person to offer to help. He showed all of
his work family the same passion his family knew. It was always fun to hear
Scott's strong opinions on food, music, and movie reviews (scary movies
specifically). Scott - I've missed you and will forever miss you. Love you Scott.
LAUREN BERRY, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

A beautiful service. All the fun and loving photos are testament that Scott was
blessed with a wonderful, caring family and a full life. Sending love, strength,
and peace.

CASEY RUSSELL, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

What a wonderful memorial to Scott. Watching from Kansas wishing we were
there. Our love and sorrow is overwhelming. Wishing we could wrap our arms
around them all. Jim Marilyn Gary Bridget and Chris are with me sending our
love. And may perpetual light shine upon Scott.
LYNN , FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Mickey, Christine, Jill, Diana and Laura, I wish I could be there to celebrate
Scott’s life in person. Scott was always so much fun and made us all laugh, his
passion for living life to its fullest is what I’ll remember and carry with me
throughout my own. Scott was one of the most genuinely good guys out there.
When I think of Disney World, our cousin sleepovers/video game wars or
antics in Nan’s and Grandy’s basement, I’ll think of Scott with a huge smile.
Sending you all so much love and prayers. Love, Julie Shuss
JULIE SHUSS, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

We love you Scott. You will be missed by any and all who had the honor to
meet you and to know you. You were a remarkable young man, brother, son
and nephew. Keep cheering our Chiefs and Royals on to victory since you now
have the best seat in the house. You were taken too young. To Chris, Mike,
Jill, Diana and Laura - So wish we could have been there for Scott's service
today. Please know that it was a lovely service and amazing pictorial of his life
which brought back several memories for me. We send you all our love, hugs
and hope for some comfort. You did right by him today...Scott would have
loved it.
LINDA AND LEE DECKER, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine. It was a beautiful service and
wonderful photos of all the fun you all got to experience together. Even though
these times with COVID make it difficult to travel, I’m glad I was able to be
there through the streaming. You all are in my thoughts! Lots of love from
Germany, Courtney Campbell
COURTNEY CAMPBELL, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Love you and can’t wait to see you again

JACKSON ROWE AND MORGAN BEHRMAN, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Mickey, Christine, Jill, Diana, Laura, I watched the entire live stream and have
been thinking about you all each day. I love you guys very much and am eager
to visit you all and be with you in person. I enjoyed your memories and photos
of Scott and remembered all of the laughs we shared when we were together. I
miss you all and will be down to Texas to see you soon. Please know you have
an entire group of people in KC who love you and are lucky to be present with
you all thanks to the live stream. We will continue to remember Scott each
day, and will be looking forward to seeing you all soon. Sincerely with love,
Jack Shuss.
JACK SHUSS, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Love and hugs and prayers for you all.
SHANON KUSCH, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

We love you and are praying for you and your family.
NANCY AND DAVID, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Dear Kelly’s, We are so sorry for your loss of Scott. We’ll always have
amazing memories of the boys’ childhoods and all the memories our families
made together. Rest In Peace Scotty.
KATHY AND BRAD GEHRKE, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Kelly family, we are so very sorry for your loss. The service was incredibly
sweet and we wish we could have been there in person. Diana, your words
were perfect - I only had the chance to meet Scott briefly a few times but I truly
got a sense of him through your eyes. I know this loss will always sting but his
memory and the good times you shared will live on through his family. May
God grant each of you peace. Our love and prayers continue to be with you all.
-the Jeters
MEREDITH JETER, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

I am so grateful for the gift of having Scott in my life. I love you all so much
and wish we all could have been together today.
MIKE, ELIZABETH, GINNY, AND GEORGE KELLY, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Scott was a fun and kind soul. When I met him a few years ago while he was

at ME Engineers, I was relieved to find a fellow geek! Whether we talked about
Star Wars or John Williams, he was a refreshing spirit that I loved to be
around.
SEAN MOORE, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

What a beautiful service for a wonderful person. We are wishing you all peace
in this difficult time.
ELIZABETH KELLY , FEBRUARY 15, 2021

It was a beautiful service and you did a great job, Diana! He is so loved and so
missed, but I know that we will all carry his memory forward with all of us.
MEGAN ROWE, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Scott, you are cared for by so many. I am so grateful to have known you and
share in a deep love for all things Star Wars. Our yearly movie outing was a
highlight for me as well as your BB8 robotics in the ME office! It was so
evident at how you loved your parents, sisters, and family in how you talked
about them. You were proud of their accomplishments and I thoroughly
enjoyed hearing about all the adventures and travels you all got to have
together. You will be missed!
ANNE SCHULTZ, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

I love your family so much. Scott’s service was really beautiful, and I am so
sorry I couldn’t attend in person. My thoughts and prayers are with you
always.
STEFANIE EMBREE, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

We are sending all of our love to your entire family, and keeping you in our
continued prayers. We are praying for God to give you abundant strength and
comfort that only He can provide during such a difficult time. What a beautiful
service to celebrate Scott’s life - thank you for allowing us to attend from afar.
We love you guys.
CHASE & KACY THOMSON, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

So unbelievably sorry for your loss
TOM AND CATHY RUBIN, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace, and strength for all of you

during this unbearable time of grief..... May you feel God's grace carry you.
Sending much love to the entire family.
DENISE AND STEVE MCKEE, FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Chris, Mike and family, we are so sorry for your, and our, loss and wish we
could be there for you. We will be thinking about you as you say goodbye.
Love, David and Brock
DAVID AND BROCK ROWE, FEBRUARY 14, 2021

Scott sat at my table in our 11th grade algebra II class. He was a smart, funny,
and kind person. We played the card game 13 every day instead of paying
attention to Mr. Morris. I paid for it at exam times, Scott did not! I would see
him every so often after we both graduated college and we always had a lot of
fun. He will be sorely missed.
SAMUEL KUNZMAN, FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Mike and Chris, I know there are no words that will take away your pain but I
want to let you know that my family and I will be praying for Scott, for you and
for your entire family. We pray for the Lord to give you the strength and faith
that you all need during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with
you all. Sincerely, Juan Segura and Family
JUAN SEGURA, FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Scott came to us as a new grad, nervous about his engineering abilities and
willing to do whatever was asked to make himself useful and to advance. He
did quite well becoming a confident and capable engineer with us. He was
always a kind soul with diverse interests making him a pleasure to talk to. He
is greatly missed.
MIKE HART, FEBRUARY 8, 2021

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