Kristine Kelly

Kristine “Kris” Kelly, 62, of Atlantic, Iowa, passed away Thursday, October 2, 2025, at her home.

Kristine Michelle was born on July 10, 1963, the daughter of Loren Elliott and Betty Esther (Stark) Olson. She grew up in Moorhead, Iowa, until the family moved to her grandfather’s farm near Paullina, Iowa. Kris graduated from Paullina High School. She continued her education at the University of Northern Iowa, receiving her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Finance and her Certified Public Accountant accreditation.

She was united in marriage to Kenneth Kelly.

Kris worked as a Bank Examiner in western Iowa her entire career, a job she thoroughly enjoyed. She took retirement early to care for her husband.

Kris loved listening to music and was an avid reader. She read various genres but recently had been reading various devotionals including ones out of the Jesus Calling Bible. Kris was very thoughtful and a wonderful caretaker. She received produce from a local co-op and often shared it with others, the same thinking she had in making sure she had plenty of supplies in case she could help someone in need. Kris valued the friendships she had and enjoyed the communication back and forth via text. She had a soft spot for the cats in the neighborhood, feeding and naming them.

She attended First Church of Christ and was involved in their Bible Study groups. Kris had also been attending the local GriefShare group. Her faith in Jesus was her foundation and carried her through challenging times. At home she received reassurance in her relationship with Jesus through various Christian TV programs. She recently told several friends how her faith was a great encouragement and she strongly desired to understand better how to explain it and extend it to others.

Kris is survived by her brothers, Mike Olson of Minneapolis, MN and Doug Olson of Atlantic, IA; Ken’s children and their families, Kenneth, Laura, Angela, Christina and Kara; and her cherished church family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Loren and Betty Olson and her husband, Kenneth Kelly.

A time of remembrance will be held prior to the weekly GriefShare group she was attending in the Creativity Room at Heritage House at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 15th.

Memorials may be directed to the Atlantic Animal Shelter.

Roland Funeral Service is caring for Kris’ family and her arrangements. Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com.