Kelly R. Rather, age 53 of Essex, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022. Born in Harford County, Maryland, a beloved daughter of Mary L. "Penny" Persiano of Abingdon and John Rather of Baltimore; cherished, loving sister of Sandy Grden and husband David of Abingdon and Kimberly Heinekamp and husband David of Catonsville; dear step-daughter of the late Louis Persiano. Kelly suffered through dozens of surgeries relating to her cerebral palsy but never lost her zest for life and kind, loving heart. She will be lovingly remembered by her family and friends.
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