November 15, 2022
Kelly Lee Mosher, 62; of Oswego, NY courageously fought for many years against cancer. She passed Tuesday afternoon, November 15thin the loving arms of her husband Wayne and surrounded by her devoted family.
Kelly had previously worked as a Home Elder Caregiver, and as a Daycare provider at her home. She was also a Box Manager at the Salt City Theater, Syracuse and Executive Director and founding member of the Oswego Children’s Theater. Currently, Kelly was working as the Drama Teacher at Trinity Catholic School, Oswego. Kelly was a member of the First Congregational Church of New Haven. She was never afraid to volunteer within the community or at her church. She enjoyed being a past Leader with the Girl Scouts and 4-H and a youth choir director. Kelly was a member and block leader with the Oswego Renaissance and the Community Garden. She was also involved with the Oswego County Poverty Program and member of the Oswego Drama Boosters. She and her husband lovingly opened their home for many years to several homeless people and to 10 foreign exchange students from the following countries: Hungary, China, Brazil, France, Sweden, Kenji, Germany, and Venezuela. Kelly was also a lover of many types of creatures such lizards, turtles and her favorite cat—“Clarence.” She was someone who appreciated the Arts and passed her love of music and performance on to her children.
Kelly is survived by her husband of 43 years: Wayne Mosher of Oswego, their 4 children: Lyndsie Lee (Ken) Jones of Cortland, NY; Richard Patrick (Vinita) Mosher of Oswego, Amanda Lee (Michael) Kaine of SC; and Erik Martin (Gina Mazzoli) Mosher of Oswego; her parents: Richard “Dick” and Sharon L. (Babcock) Johnson of Oswego; her 2 siblings: Richard S. (Karen) Johnson of Baldwinsville, NY; and Kristyn Lee (Tyrone) Johnson-Neuland of Oswego. Kelly is also grandma to ten beloved grandchildren: Odin, Arianna, Ethan, Olive, Leo, Ivan, Elliot, Lavender, Gracie, and Finley and several nieces and nephews.
There will be a Funeral Service held at 3:00 PM, Tuesday, November 22nd at Elim Grace Church, 340 W. 1st St., Oswego with Pastor David Daley of the First Congregational Church of New Haven officiating.
Following the service the family will greet friends and family at the church from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.
Burial will be held privately.
The family of Kelly wishes to extend their sincerest thanks to Dr. Seth, Dr. Mix and their staff for their unending compassionate care and support.
Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society Hope Lodge, Attn. Lorraine Katt: 132 W. 32nd St., NY,. NY 10001 or at Cancer.org/hopelodgenyc (this organization housed Kelly and Wayne during a 7-week treatment session in NYC free of charge and they want to help give this opportunity to others that have similar needs while courageously fighting this horrible disease.) T
he Sugar & Scanlon Funeral Home, 147 W. 4th St., Oswego, NY has care of the arrangements.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family. I’m sorry we can’t be there in person but will certainly be there in thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Susie and Ronnie Gabrielli.
Kelly was a pillar of our community, giving of her time and love to so many people and organizations. She will be hugely missed. Strength and sympathy to her family. Her legacy lives on and memories will keep her spirit alive in all those who had the pleasure of knowing and benefitting from Kelly’s big heart ❤️
God speed, Aunt Kelly! We love you! Ryan, Kindra, Bre, and Bubby Mosher
Kelly Mosher , an extraordinary lady who opened her heart to the world. She leaves an incredible family and her spirit will live for many years to come in those beautiful children. RIP KELLY
Play on Kelly, you will be greatly missed. Peace to you family during this very difficult time.
My condolences Wayne and family.
Kelly, you will be forever remembered for your amazing strength, which is very similar to the strength of Terry Fox.Our thoughts and our prayers are for you and your family.
Glenn and Nancy Sisman and family.
My heart and thoughts go out to the family. The lose of such a wonderful,truly loving, compassionate person saddens me deeply. You were and still are a pillar of hope and grace to many. May you sprite continue to shine on. You will be greatly missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with the Mosher family ❤❤
The world seems a bit dimmer without Kelly but the stars shine a bit brighter. Kelly was a force of nature whose like we will never see again. We pray that the Lord will grant her peace and comfort for her loving family.
Wayne and family.
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Kelly was a awesome woman. My prayers are going to all of you.
Lynne
I will miss you so much my friend. You were one special lady with a heart the size of the universe. God speed Kelly.
I have had the pleasure of knowing the Mosher family for many years. As their principal at Fitzhugh Park, I have watch the children grow and mature. Wayne and Kelly have shown the right stuff through their ups and downs. I will miss my follow ups on family happenings each time I run into Kelly. She will be missed by family and many friends
Wayne and Family we are so very sorry to heaar of your loss of such a wonderful and caring woman Kelly we have such fond memories of your entire family may you know you all are in our prayers and thoughts Rest in peace with the angels Kelly
We cannot be there for the service, but our thoughts are with you all. May God give you comfort and peace as you walk through this time of loss. She was an amazing woman and will be missed.
Kelly – Estelle and I will always continue to “keep the seat warm for you at Denny’s Restaurant or Mimi’s!!” We miss you. Love, Linda and Estelle.
May peace be with you and your family. You will be missed but not forgotten.
hearing of Kelly’s passing broke my heart. She helped me when no one else would, she will always be in my heart. Sending prayers to her family and friends.