May 17, 2012
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Nicholas Kelo Jr.
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Nicholas Kelo Jr., born Oct. 1, 1997, died Feb. 23, 2011; a young soul has passed on.
Nicholas was a student at Rittman High School. He was a second degree black belt in Taekwondo, held a red-black belt in Kumdo, and was active in marching band, track and football.
He is survived by his parents, Nick Sr. and Jacqueline Kelo.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, March 13, from 2 to 5 p.m., at Kim's College of Martial Arts, 400 S. Court St., Medina. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Rittman Exempted Village Schools, in care of: Nick Kelo Jr. Character Education Fund, 75 N. Main St., Rittman, OH 44270.
Arrangements are entrusted to All Ohio Cremation and Burial Society of Cleveland, Ohio, 216-631-4500.
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Posted By: Kathleen Mitchell On: 3/2/2011 11:48:52 PM
Title: Dear Nick and Jacqueline
Nicholas was such a sweet kid - and kind too to put up with such a weird old lady like me.
I remember when you were up here and Susette brought you over to introduce us.
We were all sitting on the front porch when I started in giving Nicholas all my best advice about school, dating and telling him to feel free to ask me if he had any questions about either of those subjects.
I'm pretty sure I know what he was thinking but he was very polite and good natured about the whole thing and did a masterful job of covering up the fact that he thought there might be something seriously wrong with me.
I am so sorry for your loss but I have faith that there will come a day that you will be glad for the time that you were blessed to have a kid as fine as Nicholas.
Until that day comes, just hang in there, help each other out and know that people are praying for you.
Posted By: Carola Von Hoffmannstahl-Solomonoff On: 3/3/2011 3:48:49 PM
Title: A loss beyond words
It's difficult to find the right words to respond to the magnitude of the Kelo family's loss. May God be with them in this terrible time.
Posted By: Fred Paxton On: 3/3/2011 8:27:44 PM
Title: Consolations
My consolations to the whole Kelo family on your loss. What a beautiful photograph. May he your grief be assuaged by memories of the love you shared.
Posted By: Bethany arnold On: 3/3/2011 11:02:41 PM
Title: i miss you
i have loved you since the day i met you
you always made me smile
i never felt alone
now your gone
when we dated i did not have to fear
if you would hurt me
if you would hear
people comment on how we used to be
i fell in love with you
but that secret i kept inside
i should of told you
before you died
i wanted a chance with you
i wanted to prove
that i loved you for you
i did not care if u saw the world differently
i do to
but i want to tell you
if you can hear me at all
that honestly all i do is bawl
Posted By: Pam Puckett On: 3/3/2011 11:28:18 PM
Title: To Nicholas' family
I'm so very sorry that you have to experience this grief due to the passing of your son, grandson. I never had the privilege to meet Nicholas but reading the description of him from my cousin, Kathleen I'm sure he was a special individual.
Know that Nicholas is with you always in spirit - look for the signs - I've seen many since I've lost my son.
Blessings and peace to all,
Pam L Puckett
Posted By: Richard and Monica Beyer - Connecticut On: 3/4/2011 12:30:27 PM
Title: Words can not express how we feel for your loss.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Posted By: Susan Kniep and The Federation of Connecticut Taxpayer Organizations On: 3/4/2011 3:38:18 PM
Title: To Susette Kelo and Nicholas' family
My dearest Susette: We are all so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. You have given so much to the citizens of Connecticut and our country in your battle to keep your home and to protect he homes of your friends and neighbors in New London. Connecticut and the country grew to love you for your bravery and your fighting spirit. I know that homeowners in Connecticut and throughout the country grieve with you as you cope with the loss of your dear grandson. We will continue to pray for you and your family through this very difficult time. Love Susan
Posted By: Cshyster@aol.com On: 3/6/2011 1:26:59 AM
Title: Memory of Nick
I Sparred you, I made you face your foes. and you were on of my TKD kids. Gonna miss ya Dude, You were one of the bestb TKD kids. Love you NICK!!!! God speed on your journey!!!
Posted By: CHRISTINE On: 3/6/2011 6:38:37 PM
Title: ITS A SHAME
MAY HE R.I.P. MY THOUGHTS N PRAYERS R GOING OUT TO ALLL HIS FAM N FRIENDS; THE BULLIES NEED TO BE BROUGHT TO JUSTICE; ITS A DARN SHAME THAT THIS IS GOING ON; A SMALL TOWN WITH A BIG HEART (RITTMAN) I THINK NOT; MAY GOD BE THE LAST N FINAL JUDGE TO ALLLL U BULLY'S
Posted By: saab7@yahoo.com On: 3/6/2011 9:54:52 PM
Title: To Nicholas' Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss, We cannot imagine the pain and loss you are feeling. Our prayers are with each of you and if we can do anything at all please call us.
Uncle Scott and your family in North Carolina
Posted By: Matthew Killough On: 3/8/2011 1:58:24 AM
Title: In Memory Nicholas Kelo Jr.
Iam Sorry For Your Loss I Didn't Know Him But I KNOW How he Felt I Was Also in Rittman Schools and Bullied as well and i wanted too Kill myself these bullies need too be in our shoes and see what it is like i wish i could of gotten too know Nick i would of Stuck up for Him !!!!
Posted By: Felicia Marie On: 3/11/2011 8:54:32 PM
Title: Remember..
Though i didn't know you face to face, my thoughts and hopes are with you.
Posted By: Felicia Marie On: 3/11/2011 8:57:54 PM
Title: Remember..
Though i didn't know him face to face, my thoughts and hopes are with you.
Posted By: Hannah Mong On: 3/12/2011 1:06:33 AM
Title: For Nick's Family
I am so sorry for your loss. I am new in Rittman. I had just started at the beginning of the year, but I was able to get to know Nick pretty well. He was a great friend. He was always so kind and very sweet. Nick was an amazing saxaphone player. I just want you to know Nick will always live in my heart and I am prayign for you all
Posted By: The Riffle Family. Medina On: 3/12/2011 2:35:20 PM
Title: Sorry for your loss
My family's thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time and for the years to come.
Posted By: sheila botelho On: 3/16/2011 2:33:04 AM
Title: Be the Change
To all the children who go to Rittman Schools. Start your Stand Against Bullying in memory of Nick. It will help heal the ones who are hurting and protect the ones who are silent now. xo
Posted By: Tricia's mom, Marcia On: 3/17/2011 12:14:45 AM
Title: Sorry for your Loss
Jackie, Where can anyone one find the words to ease your sorrows. Nick was on the the right road of life, & when face with inhuman, unguided indiviuals the lord choose to take him back with him to paradise. The rest of us are left here to help you achieve a goal of standing up against the horriable situation the bullying brings into anyones life. For whatever God's reason was when he picked you, go forward with all of his strength and fight this horriable crime.
Posted By: Mary Friesen, 17 On: 3/28/2011 2:48:09 AM
Title:
I didn't get the chance to ever meet Nicholas, coming across this page on complete chance. I too lost a friend this year, and although I have never lost a family member or a child I know how awful any kind of loss is. My sincere condolences. I have never faced bullying of such a magnitude but I know those who have, and I am so so sorry that I never got a chance to be a listening ear for Nick.
