Kelly is survived by his mother, Shirley Forest of Eau Claire, father, David Forest of Winona, MN, sister, Kendra (Carl) Awe of Osseo, WI, brothers, Kirk of Anchorage, AK, and Knute of Eau Claire.
 
"Kelman" will be remembered by his family and friends for his kindness, generosity, and willingness to help, and will be greatly missed as a son, older brother, and loving godfather. He had a good sense of humor and was able to cheer anyone up. He was such an honest man and his family knew they could always rely on him. We will miss him dearly. Kelly enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. 
 
Kelly has been employed at Triniteam as a Resident Manager for over a decade. Prior to that he was an insurance agent for many years. 
 
Funeral services will be held at the Bethesda Lutheran Brethren Church at 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 2, with Rev. Rodney Venberg officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at the church. Committal Services will be at 1:30 pm in the Rest Haven Cemetery in the Town of Washington on Monday afternoon. Friends may offer condolences online at www.fullerspeckien.com. Fuller Speckien Hulke Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.