RoseMary Kellum

It is with both sadness and celebration that we announce the passing of RoseMary Kellum, who departed this life on her 101st birthday, Friday, March 13, 2026, at her Mooresville home with family at her side. Born on Friday, March 13, 1925, in Waverly, Indiana, she is the daughter of the late Reuben and Gladys (Hedrick) Aldrich.

RoseMary attended Mooresville High School, where she graduated as the Valedictorian of the Class of 1943. She earned two bachelor’s degrees from Indiana University, one in chemistry and another in dietetics.

For more than 30 years, she ran the Kellum Swim School at her home, teaching swimming lessons, lifeguard training, WSI certification, and water aerobics to thousands of children and adults. Her spirit of service extended to her role as the American Red Cross Regional Blood Director and as a Girl Scout leader for many years.

In recognition of her significant community contributions, RoseMary was honored as Mooresvillian of the Year in 1986 and Mooresville High School Alumni of the Year in 1987.

She and husband Richard were longtime members of the Mooresville First United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and playing cards. Her welcoming home and warm hugs will forever be cherished by her loved ones.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Kellum; daughter, Margaret Worsham; sons-in-law, Greg Worsham and Don Holton; brother, Reuben Aldrich; and sister Janet McClain.

She is survived by her loving family: children; Mary Beth Kellum of Ortonville, MI, Charles “Chuck” (Julia) Kellum of Anderson, Sallie (Michael) Thomas of Mooresville, Grace Holton of Windsor, NY, and Susan (Brian) Crites of Waukee, IA; 10 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; numerous nieces, a nephew and close family friends.

RoseMary was referred to as Mom by many, especially by her Pham daughters Sugar, Bich Thuy, Cybele, Autumn, Amy and June.

RoseMary will be laid to rest following a private graveside service in White Lick Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life open house at Mooresville First United Methodist Church on Saturday, March 21st from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Mooresville First United Methodist Church or to the American Red Cross in RoseMary’s memory.

Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory has been entrusted with the arrangements. Visit carlilsebranson.com to sign the online guest registry or to leave a memory.