Kelly Gene

Wick

Kelly Gene Wick (neé Wortham), age 65, passed away peacefully in Wichita Falls, Texas with her loving husband by her side. She was born in 1961 in Wichita Falls and spent her childhood in Holliday, Texas, where she was deeply shaped by her close relationships with her grandmothers, Arby and Juanita. Throughout her life, she remained especially close to her parents, Herschel and Sara, sharing long and meaningful conversations and friendship with them over the years.

'In her youth she bore witness to the Blood of Jesus. The dust will return to the earth as it was, and the spirit will return to God who gave it.'

Kelly is survived by her husband of 45 years, Stephen Bartlett Wick, who was her best friend, constant companion, and steadfast partner throughout their life together; her daughters, Abigail and Anna-Lisa; her sons-in-law, Martti and Stanley; and her four grandchildren, Noam, Asher, Caleb, and Leo.

Kelly was raised, married, and became a mother in Wichita Falls. The 1980s, when she was a young wife and mother to her two daughters, were years she often described as the happiest of her life. She spent several decades raising her children in College Station, Texas, before eventually returning to Wichita Falls, where she spent her final years. She loved her daughters and grandchildren deeply, took quiet care in remembering birthdays and special occasions, and enjoyed speaking with her grandchildren whenever she could, cherishing those conversations despite the geographic distance.

In her younger years, she pursued creative outlets, including still-life painting and practicing cosmetology professionally. Later in life, Kelly discovered Tolstoy and Dostoevsky, kicking-off her passion as an avid book lover, eventually reading hundreds of classic works and novels.

Reading was ultimately one of her greatest comforts and joys. She was also deeply fond of animals, finding companionship and ease with them throughout her life, especially her husky dogs and, later, her birds. She also pursued spirituality in her own way throughout her life.

She will be remembered for her sensitivity, her love of books and animals, her enduring relationship with her husband, and the place she holds in her family's lives. We love you, Kelly Gene.

'In her youth she bore witness to the Blood of Jesus. The dust will return to the earth as it was, and the spirit will return to God who gave it.'