Kelly Lynn Pasutti, age 61, passed away on November 7, 2024, after a courageous battle with health conditions related to liver failure. Born on June 29, 1963, in Tucson, Arizona, Kelly lived a life marked by resilience, warmth, and a commitment to creating joy and memories with those she loved.
As the daughter of Ray and Joyce Marshall, Kelly’s early years were spent traveling between Oklahoma City and San Diego due to her father’s Navy service. This experience enriched her life with a sense of adaptability and adventure, values she later passed on to her own children. After graduating from Moore High School in 1981, Kelly dedicated 36 years to a career with Bank of America, where her compassion, work ethic, and motherly nature made her beloved among her colleagues.
Kelly is survived by her husband of 35 years, Richard Pasutti, and her two children: Ashlea White and husband Cory White, along with their children, Truman (12) and Evelyn (10); and Nickolas Pasutti, all residing in Choctaw, Oklahoma. She is also survived by her sister Amy Pollard and husband Gary, as well as her niece Lani Ketch and nephew JT Ketch with his wife Kayla. Her parents, Ray and Joyce Marshall, preceded her in death.
For Kelly, family was everything, and her greatest joy was in being a mother and grandmother. Her cherished phrase, “making a memory,” was a tradition she learned from her own mother, Joyce, and one she wove into her family life, creating countless special moments with her children and grandchildren. Known for her beautiful smile, kind spirit, and remarkable strength, Kelly approached life with a can-do attitude and a deeply rooted optimism. Even in the face of life’s struggles, she remained resilient, putting others’ needs before her own and facing each day with unwavering positivity. She was close to her sister, Amy, and was vigilant in her concern for her even in the midst of her own health battle.
Kelly’s legacy lives on through her family, who carry forward her values of integrity, toughness, and compassion. She will be deeply missed, not only by her family but by everyone whose lives she touched. Whether as a mother to Ashlea’s friends, a steadfast support to her coworkers, or a loving and generous friend, Kelly was truly a mother to all. Her love, laughter, and spirit will remain in the hearts of all who knew her.
A celebration of Kelly’s life will be held on Friday, November 15, at 10 a.m. at Graceway Baptist Church, 1100 SW 104th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73139. More information can be found at gracewayokc.org.