Caitlyn Jacob Kelly, whose radiant smile and infectious zest for life captivated everyone she met, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024, in the town where she first made her grand entrance – Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born to Terrence Kelly II and Gina (Miller) Kelly on January 9th, 2007, Caitlyn was a sparkle to her family in the landscape of Hopkins, Michigan. A girl who mastered the art of flirting with boys and loved to swim in the family pool – her own slice of the ocean where she was as free as Ariel herself. She was a regular at Hillside Learning Center in Allegan where she would make many faithful friends over the years. What Caitlyn left behind is a repertoire of memories filled with kindness, friendly banter, and a gentleness that could calm even the most villainous of Disney antagonists. In a life that wasn't nearly long enough, our spirited leading lady taught us to cherish each scene, to seize the day with both hands, and to leave them laughing as the credits roll. While the grand stage has dimmed with Caitlyn's passing, her legacy is an encore that will resonate for eternity, reminding us that amidst the bubbles and movie sing-alongs, a heartwarming adventure awaits all those who are brave enough to follow their own script.

Survived by a band of characters including her Parents Gina (Miller) and Jason Kleeves; birth Father Terrence II Kelly; Siblings Terrence Kelly III, Hailey "Moe" Hazen, Emarae "Bob" Hazen, and Lucas "Bubby" Getzinger; Aunts Sarah Kelly, Amanda Fitzpatrick and Crystal Fitzpatrick; Grandparents Nana Cindi Meendering, Cathy and Terrence Kelly, Ray and Lorrette Kleeves, and Denise Hightower.

Preceded in her passing are her Uncle Jacob Hazen, Aunt Jennene Kelly and Grandpa Kieth "Grumpa" Fitzpatrick.

Caitlyn's visitation will be this Thursday, May 23, 2024, at Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel from 10:00am – 12:00pm with her funeral service starting at 12:00pm officiated by Pastor Ronnie Ewing. Cremation will take place after her funeral and a private graveside service to Maplewood Cemetery in Hopkins, MI at a later time.