Yvonne Kelly- Telesford affectionately known as "E-V" was born November 16, 1966, to the parents of the late Milteen and Leroy Kelly, in Brooklyn, New York.

She spent her early days in Brooklyn, here she met and married her late husband, David Telesford. They started a family of four when they welcomed their daughter, Lisa and son, Jamel Telesford.

Yvonne was no stranger to hard work. She was a dedicated cook/server most of her time. She loved going to the movies, shopping, listening to music, being with her family, and watching re-runs of the TV show "Xena: The Warrior Princess". Yvonne brought joy to many with her anecdotes, whether or not they were true or false, she could tell a good story, leaving you wanting more!

Yvonne devoted her life to Christ during her later years of life and believed that she would see him in the end. Her warrior spirit will forever live in our hearts, stories and fond memories.

Yvonne has joined her husband; David Telesford, mother; Mitleen Kelly, father; Leroy Kelly, sister; Yolanda Carroll, and brother; Wade Briggs, in heaven. She is survived by her daughter; Lisa Telesford (Pierre) and son Jamel Telesford; three grandsons, Pierre Jr., Devon Jr., and Zachariah Stevens; two sisters, Pamela Miller (Thermond) and Wanda Green (Winston); four brothers, Ronald Briggs ((Jackie), Leroy Briggs, Leroy Kelly Jr. (Cynthia), and John Kelly; a host of nieces, nephews, close family and friends.

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