Two events to memorialize Kelly Nevitt planned in Portsmouth
15-year-old lost her life in stairwell landing collapse Saturday night
PORTSMOUTH — In two upcoming events, family, friends and loved ones will pay tribute to Kelly Nicole Nevitt, the 15-year-old Portsmouth High School student who died Saturday night in a …
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Two events to memorialize Kelly Nevitt planned in Portsmouth
15-year-old lost her life in stairwell landing collapse Saturday night
PORTSMOUTH — In two upcoming events, family, friends and loved ones will pay tribute to Kelly Nicole Nevitt, the 15-year-old Portsmouth High School student who died Saturday night in a stairwell collapse during a private graduation party.
A “Night of Remembrance” will be held 7 p.m. on Friday, June 13, at St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road.
Preferential seating in the main church will be available for students. Parents and other adults may join, but they’re asked to sit in the back of the church, on the side alcoves, or downstairs in the church hall, where overflow seating will be available.
The event will be live-streamed on the St. Barnabas YouTube page.
A celebration of Kelly’s life will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 16, at Green Valley Country Club, 371 Union St., where friends and loved ones are invited to gather to honor Kelly.
According to her obituary, Kelly was the “cherished daughter and best friend of her mother,” Sharon Nevitt.
“Kelly was, in every way, extraordinary,” the obituary states. “She had a voice that could stop you in your tracks and a gift for performing that lit up the stage. Musical theater was her passion, and she shone in her favorite roles — the sassy Rizzo in ‘Grease’ and the spirited Sister Mary Lazarus in ‘Sister Act.’ Whether she was singing, dancing, or laughing with friends, Kelly’s presence was magnetic.
“She was known for her quick wit, big heart, and boundless compassion. She was the funniest, kindest, most loyal friend — the kind of person who made everyone feel welcome and important. She had a special way of lifting others up, always reminding people how much they meant to her.
“Animals held a special place in her heart, especially her beloved cat, Diva and dog, Pearl, who were her constant companions and best furry friends.”
Donations in Kelly’s memory may be made to The Newport Children’s Theater at www.newportchildrenstheatre.org/support.
Go Fund Me
A Go Fund Me page has also been launched to help cover funeral and memorial expenses, "and to give Kelly the peaceful and memorable farewell she deserves."
