Richard Kelso, 86, of Richmond Hill, GA, passed away on October 25, 2023. He is survived by his three children, Julie Klare (John) of Wilmette, IL, Susan Hess of Chicago, IL, and Peter Kelso (Krista) of Claremont, NJ. Richard was also a grandfather to eight grandchildren.
Richard had a passion for golf, travel, and horse racing, which brought joy to his life and those around him. He had a deep love for adventure and exploration.
After graduating from Berkeley, Richard enjoyed a successful career with Proctor and Gamble and PQ Corporation, leaving a lasting impact in his professional field. He will be remembered for his dedication to his family, his zest for life, and his remarkable accomplishments.
Richard’s memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, and he will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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Kristin patrick
Richard meant so much to not only me, my mother, and my sister, by my daughter. She loved him so much. She looked so forward to seeing him. He had done so much for her and I that I wish I had the chance to tell him how much I appreciated everything he has done for us and a final goodbye. You will be very missed by us. We love you always.
Wisdom Renaud
I’ve been placing bets with Mr. Kelso for over 10 year, met him when I worked at Steamers. I have kept in touch with him every few months. Last spoke in Sept talking about football, he let me know he was in the hospital but would be okay. Praying for the family. I was praying this wasnt the outcome.
Joanne Mardesich
Dear Julie, Susan, and Peter,
For some reason, I had a sudden thought about your father this evening and decided to look him up in Richmond Hills. I was so saddened to read his obituary and then spent time remembering the profound relationship your mother, father, my husband Nick and I had throughout their time in California. I especially loved your mother Joanne and she and I had a great and happy time sharing you children. Do you all remember your time in Rancho Palos Verdes? Your family would stay with us when you came back to visit California and we would have a great time visiting Disneyland and anything else we fond that looked exciting.
While you all lived here, your Mom, Dad, Nick and I saw every play, good restaurant and movie we could find and greatly enjoyed our time together. I will always miss them and our great friendship.
If you have any questions about your early life here, I would be happy to travel memory lane with you. My phone is 310-740-7417 and e-mail is [email protected].
With fond memories I remain,
Joanne Mardesich
Lynn diaz
We miss you more than you know. I wish our last conversation would have lasted longer. Know you are loved by so many people and missed so much.
Ducky
Diane Wareham
I Last spoke to him he told me he was doing better and we were going though alot of the same health problems my life will never be the same without him in it I am
grateful to know he didn’t have to question the special bond d we shared just wish I could have said good bye I don’t know his family but he was always talking how proud he was of them all the basketball games of grandchildren and his daughte when she started her line o
f clothes and his son being a hard dedicated worker he even would talk about daughter in law he loved his family so much great man who will never be forgotten my condolence gose to the whole family
Rod Lorimer
I knew Dick for over 50 years, having met him in CA when we both worked for P&G in Long Beach CA . We sailed together, we golfed together, we dined together, we traveled together and we would meet whenever possible. The last time was two years ago when my wife and I were cruising on the Intercoastal Waterway and we were able to have dinner with him ( he had an uncanny sense for the best restaurants! ). He was always a delight to be with and his stimulating conversation was always memorable! And I looked forward to the tales of his family in his detailed holiday greeting cards. May the the void he leaves be filled with many good memories.
Donald trump
It saddens my heart to hear such a great loss. Remarkable man! You will be miss
Duck
The pond isn’t the same. Even the fox and I sit and cry together. (Inside joke) a million questions and you’re not here to answer. My true best friend. Well the rabbits and beavers have moved along. My heart remains missing a piece.
Quack quack