Celebration of Life planned July 15th for Stacey McKelvey, 1969-2023

Family and friends will gather next Saturday (July 15th) to celebrate the life of Stacey McKelvey. Here’s the remembrance they are sharing with her community:

Stacey Marlo McKelvey, beloved daughter, sister, auntie, cousin, and cat-mom, passed away on June 19, 2023 in West Seattle.

Stacey was born November 20, 1969 in Seattle to Laura and Bill. The following year on the same day, November 20, 1970, Stacey’s little sister Brook was born. One of Stacey’s favorite things was being able to celebrate both their birthdays together and remind people that they were born on the same day. 

Stacey was a lifelong West-Seattleite who attended Gatewood Elementary, Denny Middle School, Rainier Beach High School, and South Seattle Community College. She loved waking up early, flowers (especially orchids), music and singing, movies (lots of musicals), and her kitties. 

Stacey is survived by her parents: Mother Laura and Steve Neilsen; Father Bill and Debby McKelvey; her Sister Brook and Jim Amundsen; her Brother Cam and Brittany Neilsen and Niece Elianna; her Niece Melissa Jones and her Husband Kei Kawada; and her Fur Babies Black and Blue.

A Celebration of Life will be held to honor Stacey on Saturday, July 15th, 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm at Camp Long, 5200 35th Ave SW.

Please send any photos or memories to StaceyMckelveyMemorial@gmail.com to share with the family.

(WSB publishes West Seattle obituaries and memorial announcements by request, free of charge. Please email the text, and a photo if available, to westseattleblog@gmail.com)

5 Replies to "Celebration of Life planned July 15th for Stacey McKelvey, 1969-2023"

  • Alki resident July 8, 2023 (10:39 am)

    This makes it so much more emotional and painful for the ones you left behind. Stacey you were one of those very few that no matter what life threw you, you continued to have your incredible smile.and outlook on life. Known you since 3rd grade and will never be forgotten. Kari

  • Kiki July 8, 2023 (11:26 am)

    Stacey was literally one of the most beautiful souls that ever lived and would do anything for anyone. She kept a smile on through things most people couldn’t fathom even happening. My sidekick since kindergarten, I will love and miss you forever. 

  • Melissa July 8, 2023 (2:22 pm)

    Thank you to everyone who has reached out. The celebration of life is open to friends and family. So if you’re around, please feel free to stop by.

  • Robert July 8, 2023 (8:25 pm)

    Stacey was a lifelong friend beginning at Gatewood Elementary.  She was a wonderful friend and a great human being.  Rest in Peace Stacey.

  • J&D July 8, 2023 (9:05 pm)

    We were next door neighbors of Stacey for several years.  She was always friendly and welcoming, and we enjoyed becoming friends.  We were new to gardening, but Stacey was always willing to share her wealth of knowledge.  Our thoughts are with her family.

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