Kelsey Marie Jarvis, a 33-year-old woman with ties to East Liverpool, Ohio, has died, leaving family, friends and members of her community mourning her loss.
According to her published obituary, Jarvis passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. She was born December 12, 1992, in East Liverpool, Ohio, to Jim and Amy Jarvis.
Her obituary remembers a woman whose life was marked by a deep love for animals, a caring nature and close connections with her family.
Kelsey Jarvis Dies at 33
Kelsey Jarvis was 33 when she died.
She was a graduate of Beaver Local High School and belonged to the Class of 2011. During her school years, she played basketball and remained connected to the local community around East Liverpool and Calcutta.
Her obituary describes her as someone who had an especially strong bond with animals. Dogs, cats and other animals were an important part of her life, with her dog Gemma Marie described as her constant companion and best friend.
Her cat, Nyla, was also an important part of her home life.
Remembered for Her Love of Animals
One of the strongest themes in Jarvis’ obituary is her compassion toward animals.
She was described as someone who noticed animals in need and showed kindness to strays and other creatures. Her love for animals was more than a hobby and became part of the way people who knew her remembered her.
That caring personality also extended into her professional life.
Jarvis worked as a caregiver, where she found purpose in helping people who needed support. Her family said she took pride in making life easier and brighter for those in her care.
A Passionate Pittsburgh Steelers Fan
Jarvis was also a devoted Pittsburgh Steelers supporter.
One of the memories highlighted in her obituary was attending the 2010 AFC Championship game. After the Steelers won, she received a hug from Steelers wide receiver Hines Ward when he entered the crowd to celebrate with fans.
Music was another important part of her personality.
Her family remembered that whenever she heard a song she loved, she would sing and dance regardless of where she was or who was watching.
Family Mourns Kelsey Jarvis
Jarvis is survived by her parents, Jim and Amy Jarvis, and her brother, Cole Jarvis.
Her surviving family also includes her grandparents Anthony and Vickie Novacky, grandfather Bernie Randolph, Alice Squires, aunts, uncle and numerous cousins. Her beloved animals, Gemma Marie and Nyla, were also mentioned in the obituary.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Myrtle Jarvis, as well as her great-grandparents George and Antoinette Novacky.
Her family has asked that people remember the importance of reaching out to those they love.
Kelsey Jarvis Cause of Death
The specific cause of Kelsey Jarvis’ death has not been publicly disclosed in the obituary reviewed for this article.
The obituary confirms that she died on September 22, 2026, but does not identify an illness, accident, medical condition or other circumstance as the cause.
As a result, claims about how she died should not be treated as confirmed unless additional information is released by her family or an authoritative source.
Funeral and Celebration of Life
A visitation for Kelsey Jarvis is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Martin Chapel of Care Funeral and Cremation Specialists in Calcutta, Ohio.
A celebration of her life will follow at 5 p.m., with Pastor Mark Blakeley leading the service.
The family has requested that, instead of focusing only on traditional expressions of sympathy, friends and loved ones reach out to people they care about, check on them and ask how they are genuinely doing.
Kelsey Marie Jarvis: Key Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full name | Kelsey Marie Jarvis |
| Age | 33 |
| Born | December 12, 1992 |
| Birthplace | East Liverpool, Ohio |
| Date of death | September 22, 2026 |
| Education | Beaver Local High School, Class of 2011 |
| Occupation | Caregiver |
| Known for | Love of animals, family and community |
| Parents | Jim and Amy Jarvis |
| Brother | Cole Jarvis |
| Cause of death | Not publicly disclosed |
| Visitation | September 26, 2026 |
| Celebration of life | September 26, 2026 |
Remembering Kelsey Jarvis
Kelsey Jarvis’ life was remembered through the people and animals she cared about, from her family and friends to those she helped through her work as a caregiver.
Her love of animals, enthusiasm for music, affection for the Pittsburgh Steelers and memories from her years at Beaver Local High School offer glimpses into the personality her family and loved ones will remember.
At just 33, her death represents a significant loss for those who knew her.
As family and friends gather in Calcutta to celebrate her life, they will have an opportunity to remember the moments, relationships and personal qualities that made Kelsey special to them.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the published obituary and publicly available information reviewed at the time of publication. Kelsey Marie Jarvis’ death on September 22, 2026, is confirmed by her obituary, but her specific cause of death has not been publicly disclosed. Additional details may be released by her family in the future.