Elmar Kelly was born August 10, 1934 in Vegreville, AB passed away January 25, 2012 in Kelowna. Elmar is survived by his wife Gloria, son Wayne of Lloydminster and daughter Maureen (Stephan Pollak) of Port Moody, grandsons Chris and Jason Pollak, step-grandchildren Aaron and Chelsea Nahuliak and step-great-granddaughter Emma, sister Lovette Shields of Temecula, CA, nephew Arthur Shields (Lydia), niece Cindy Shields, great-nephew Bradley Shields and great-niece Sarah Wren and numerous cousins. Elmar was predeceased by his parents John and Alice Kelly of Lloydminster. Elmar and Gloria semi-retired and moved to Kelowna in 1980. While on his daily walks around McKinley Landing, Elmar took the opportunity and enjoyed engaging his neighbors in conversation. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com and search his name under stories. Arrangements entrusted with First Memorial Funeral Services, Kelowna. 250-762-2299.