About Kelli

Kelli’s life and legacy are impossible to capture in mere words. She was a radiant force - brilliant, compassionate, and endlessly uplifting. She had an extraordinary gift for bringing people together, creating deep and lasting connections within her friendships, family, church, and education. To know Kelli was to experience pure warmth, boundless energy, and an unshakable sense of joy. There is nobody like her. 

A dedicated scholar and driven professional, Kelli excelled in every endeavor she pursued. From her early academic years to completing her undergraduate degree at UCLA and working toward hfer MBA at NYU (while working full time at Google), she thrived while holding roles at prestigious organizations such as ABC, and NBC Universal. 

During her time at UCLA, she deepened her faith and commitment to service, values instilled in her by her beloved grandmother and loving parents, who guided her spiritual journey. Kelli devoted herself to uplifting others, whether through mentoring underserved high school students, advocating for children in the foster care system with CASA, or supporting veterans in securing employment through Hire Heroes.

Kelli’s presence was more than just physical - she was a feeling, a light that never dimmed. She embodied happiness, optimism, and joy, a spirit reflected in the yellow heart emoji she so often used and the color yellow itself - radiating confidence, intelligence, and warmth. 

Her impact stretched across hundreds of lives, her laughter echoing in the hearts of all who knew her. Though her time with us was far too short, her spirit lives on forever, urging us to carry forward her legacy of joy, kindness, living life to the fullest, and unwavering love.


Three women sitting on grass in a park, smiling and embracing, with trees and a fountain in the background. People are walking and cycling in the distance.
Three people smiling at an outdoor event, wearing floral leis and holding drinks. The middle person also has a flower crown. They are standing in front of a pink building with large windows and palm trees are reflected in the glass.
A smiling woman standing behind two smiling children at a table in a kitchen. The children have a soda can, a small dish, and a colorful bag on the table. Yellow flowers are partially visible on the right side.
Family posing in front of a decorated Christmas tree
Child smiling while holding a toy horse, standing in front of a TV and shelves with family photos.