Kelly was a retired United States Air Force Master Sergeant who continued her lifelong dedication to service through her work with children with special needs at Fayette High School in Peachtree City, GA. She also worked part-time at Sprouts Farmers Market.
Kelly was deeply loved by those who knew her for her infectious joy, and compassionate spirit. She had a special love for animals, often rescuing injured wildlife and nursing orphaned animals back to health. She loved the outdoors and found happiness in nature and caring for others.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend to many. Kelly will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, enthusiasm for life, and the love she so freely shared with people and animals alike.
She is preceded in death by her father, Gary Beardsley.
Kelly is survived by her loving daughters, Cassandra Zucco and Sydney Bloom; her five cherished grandchildren, Koah Bloom, Hadleigh Zucco, Anderson Zucco, Zenni Zucco, and Mallory Zucco; her mother, Dorothy Thomas; her brothers, Shannon, Troy, and Clint Beardsley; and her sister, Brooke Beardsley.
A Celebration of Life Ceremony will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Commemorative Air Force Airbase Georgia Museum,1200 Echo Court, Peachtree City, GA 30269 with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Fisher House Foundation, at www.fisherhouse.org, in Kelly Bloom’s honor.
