In loving memory of

Earle "Kelly" Wagner
November 26, 1967 - November 29, 2013

Earle Keller "Kelly" Wagner, of Upper Dublin age 46, died on Friday November 29, 2013, at Abington Hospice at Warminster.

He was the beloved husband of Karen M. (Scott) Wagner and loving father of John E. Wagner and stepfather of Evan and Jason Scott. Kelly is the cherished son of Stephen K. Wagner and his wife Polly of Malvern, Pa. He is the devoted brother of Jennifer H. Wagner (Brandon) of Denver, CO., and uncle of Ellie and Izzie Turner. Kelly was preceded in death by his mother Joan (nee Harrington) Wagner in 2002.

Kelly was a lifelong resident of Montgomery County and was a graduate of The Shipley School in 1987 and Goucher College in 1991. He served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Richard E. Bishop Ltd. in Norristown. He was an active member of Reformed Church of the Ascension United Church of Christ in Jeffersonville where he served as a Deacon and Sunday School Teacher. Kelly was a lifeguard and swim instructor at the Greater Plymouth Community Center in Plymouth Meeting. He loved boating, was an avid reader and enjoyed building things.

Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Kelly's life on Friday, December 13, 2013at 4:00 PM at the Reformed Church of the Ascension UCC, 1700 W. Main St. Jeffersonville. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kelly's honor to the charity of the donor's choice.

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Tributes

Denise T Ripley wrote on Dec 14, 2013:

"Steve, I'm so very sorry to see the passing of Kelly. I worked with you in Fort Washington many years ago and loved when Jen and Kelley came home. He had a remarkable way of lighting up a room and really making his mom smile. I realize there are no words....know that he is at peace. Denise Tysko Ripley "

Frank wrote on Dec 13, 2013:

"I was a classmate of Kelly's at GA and worked with him at the Fort Washington camp. Very sad to hear of his passing, my hope being that he went peacefully. Knowing Kelly I am sure he managed to keep his humor and unique perspective throughout whatever he faced. Those who were fortunate to have spent time with Kelly will agree that he was an amazing person, who radiated mischievous joy and genuine curiosity about the human condition. While I have not had the pleasure of spending time with Kelly for far too long, the memories of him are strong within me and for that I am grateful. "

Ian O'Donnell wrote on Dec 10, 2013:

"I worked with Kelly at Fort Washington Day Camp. When I was a junior counselor Kelly taught me how to drive on the camp bus ... on Rex Avenue! I was a pretty uptight kid and I remember Kelly putting me completely at ease with his incredible humour. He approached life with such an easy going sense of fun and excitement that being a sixteen year old behind the wheel of a bus on a tiny, steep street made perfect sense and I drove that bus with total confidence! I looked up to him as a young teenager and he influenced how I see the world as an adult. When I think back on the arc of my life Kelly is one of the people I'm glad to have had in it. My thoughts and prayers are with his family."

Shipley Class of 1987 wrote on Dec 9, 2013:

"To Kelly's Family and Friends: The Shipley School's Class of 1987 alumni offer our condolences during this most difficult time. Karen, Evan and Jason; John; Mr. Wagner and Jennifer; and Ms. Wagner, we are sorry for your great loss. Always with a smile and many times a laugh, Kelly lit up the room and left an indelible impression on our years at Shipley. We have always enjoyed gathering for our class reunions, and remember fondly the last reunion that Kelly attended in 2007 with his young son, John. Still with that smile and ability to light up the room, we were also fortunate to see Kelly as a devoted father to a beautiful boy, and later learn of his devotion to two more. Kelly will be sorely missed by us all. With deepest sympathies, Shipley Class of 1987 Alumni "

Donna Kolaetis wrote on Dec 2, 2013:

"I also have been thinking of how much time Kelly spent with John on all sorts of adventures-- and mundane stuff, too. He was certainly an involved Dad, and I'm glad that he didn't put off spending time with his son, and with Evan and Jason as well. May those memories serve to sustain them. "OK, but here's the thing:" ( then he'd follow with the punchline.) "Knowudeye mean?" We will all miss Kelly's animated story-telling and mischievous sense of humor. Kelly had a heart of gold, and was always willing to help, and to give, and wanted everyone to be happy. How many people he touched, and how big an empty place he leaves. May his spirit soar free."

Chris Thorp wrote on Dec 2, 2013:

"Kelly and I attended both Fort Washington Day Camp and Flying Moose Lodge. He convinced me he had the best tent made for man in an effort to lure me in to being his tent mate on the 2 week Machias Lake canoe trip. Many a night we slept in complete wetness. We enjoyed sneaking out to the perishables and stuffing our faces with vanilla cake powder! Kelly was a bright comet amount us, the stars, and we enjoyed watching him shine bright and move fast and command all of our attentions. Kelly, you will be missed most certainly by your direct family, but also by the many persons you have influenced with your enthusiasm for life and huge personality. Rest in peace my friend, your time here was tragically too short and you will be missed. "

The Mazzio Family wrote on Dec 1, 2013:

"I will always remember Kelly for what a tremendous dad he was to John Earle. I am reminded of Kelly's decision to buy a boat. I recall our conversation regarding his inspiration which was to spend time making great memories on the water with his son. That conversation will always stay with me. Kelly will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Louis, Tara and Miranda"