Christina Kelly

Christina Dianne Crawford Kelly was born on October 7, 1967, in Livingston, Montana, to Dennis and Patricia Crawford. She spent her childhood and school years in Helena, Montana, graduating after completing all her K–12 schooling there. Christina then attended Northwest University in Seattle, where she met and fell in love with Bradley Kelly.

On August 23, 1987, Christina married the love of her life, Bradley Kelly. Their love was deep and enduring, and together they built a beautiful life grounded in faith, family, and service. A few years into their marriage, they welcomed three wonderful sons into the world: Kramer, Kooper, and Karsen. Christina embraced motherhood with natural grace and devotion. It was clear to everyone that being a mom was her true calling and one she excelled at.

As time passed, their boys grew into strong, capable men. Kramer now resides in Butte, Montana. Kooper married McKenzie Kelly, and together they live in Bismarck, North Dakota, with their three sons Noah (10), Knox (5), and Nixon (3). Her youngest Karsen, married Sophia Kelly, who live together in Missoula, Montana.

Christina and Brad dedicated over thirty years to ministry together. Much of that time was spent serving as youth pastors in places like Ephrata, WA; Cut Bank, MT; and Billings, MT, and later as senior pastors in Glendive, MT. Christina played an active role in their ministry, especially passionate about working with teenagers and teaching them how to share God’s word through puppet ministry and other endeavors. This work took them all over the state of Montana, hosting Vacation Bible Schools and children’s crusades. Through their efforts, hundreds of children gave their lives to Christ, led by Christina’s encouragement and shining example.

Whether through a laugh, a hug, or a listening ear, Christina made lasting connections everywhere she went. Her friendships were full of heart, honesty, and sparkle, just like her.

Professionally, Christina held various jobs throughout her life, but her true legacy lies in the impact she made on people. Her radiant, bubbly personality lit up every room she entered. In her later years, she found fulfillment working for Edward Jones, where she proudly reached her goal of becoming a Senior Branch of Administrator (BOA) after nearly 5 years with the company, working with Financial Advisor Matthew Noreus.

To her grandchildren, she was lovingly known as “Gammy.” She was devoted to creating magical moments with each of them, ensuring they always felt seen, loved, and special. Her love was fierce, bright, and wholehearted.

Christina loved the simple joys in life: her Starbucks coffee, looking her best on any given day, making memories with her family, and of course, anything that was pink or sparkled. She worked hard, loved deeply, laughed often, and lived with a purpose that touched everyone she met. Her legacy of love, joy, and faith lives on in the lives she touched and within her surviving family. She will never be forgotten, and will forever be remembered as an amazing wife, mother, friend, and person. We look forward to the day of seeing her again in the loving embrace of the Father, where we will all rejoice.

Not a goodbye, but a see you later.