JOHN KELSO
1942 - 2017
Obituary
John Thomas "J.T." Kelso, 75,
of Newton, passed away at his home Friday (Sept. 8, 2017). J.T. was
born March 1, 1942, in Newton, the son of Thomas and Camilla (Reid)
Kelso.
J.T. graduated from Newton High School
in 1960. He would say he was blessed to have a career that he loved.
His calling as a conductor spanned 46 years on multiple railroads.
J.T. was a loving father, grandfather
and devout Christian.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra of
Newton; sons: Michael, Thomas, John Ed (Deanna) and Scot (Deb);
daughters: Margaret Peterson (James), Lynn Marshall (Curt) and Kelly
Davert (Mike); brother, Jim (Sheryl); and eight grandchildren.
J.T. was preceded in death by his
parents, Thomas and Camilla; brother, Jack; and granddaughter,
Mattison Hadley.
Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be
prayed at 7 p.m. Monday (Sept. 11, 2017) at St. Mary Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Tuesday (Sept. 12, 2017) at
St. Mary Catholic Church, with The Reverend Nicholas Voelker
Celebrant, followed by burial at St. Mary Cemetery.
Family suggests memorials to St Mary
Catholic School of Newton or Harry Hynes Hospice, in care of Petersen
Funeral Home. www.petersenfuneralhome.com.
