Rhonda Lee Bertram Kelly

Rhonda Lee Bertram Kelly, loving mother of two children, age 52, passed away unexpectedly Monday, January 6, 2020.

Rhonda was born June 27, 1967 in Steubenville, OH to Robert and Loretta Bertram. She was a 1985 graduate of Toronto High School and she attended Kent State University.

She leaves behind her children, Colin Kelly and Evan Kelly of Westerville, OH; her father, Robert Bertram of Toronto, OH; her sister, Jodi Smathers (Chad Cram) of Pickerington, OH; nieces, Alta, Arian, Bella, Emma and Maddie; nephews, Andrew, Adam and Landen; her aunt, Carol Winters, Uncles and cousins.

Rhonda was preceded in death by her mother, Loretta Bertram and her brother, Robert Bertram, Jr.  

Rhonda was known for her infectious smile, her big heart, and her kind and compassionate spirit. She loved her kids with every bit of her soul. In the words of Rhonda, “Life is precious. Always look for the good in people. Make the time you have count.” She was a big Buckeyes and Bears fan. She was well known for being a very hard worker.

Family and friends will be received Friday, January 10 at the Grace Fellowship Main Campus at 1449 Refugee Rd. Pickerington, OH 43147 from 2 - 4 pm with a Memorial Service at 4 pm. There will be second visitation Saturday, January 11 at the First Presbyterian Church 116 N Third St. Toronto, OH 43964 from 1 – 2 pm with a Memorial Service at 2 pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the family for Colin and Evan’s College Fund or thru a gofundme page that has been created (link may be found on our funeral home website).

Arrangements for Rhonda are in the care of the J.E. Foster Funeral Home in Toronto, OH. www.jefosterfh.com