Tad Kellermann
In the hearts of those who loved you, you will always be.
Thoughts
Occasionally, wild and magical souls grace our world. Though destined for things beyond our understanding, they bless us with their special energy for a time. We cherish these moments, however long we have them, knowing they might be fleeting.
Tad was an extraordinary spirit.
He was the most free and untamed soul. He may be beyond our reach, but not beyond our love and our memory.
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Memory wall
Friends and Family are invited to post thoughts and condolences here, to share positive memories and photos that reflect the great joy Tad brought to our lives.
Separately, you are welcomed to join and share pictures and videos in a shared Google Photo Album separate of this site. Please contact Alisha or Jenn for the link.
Separately, you are welcomed to join and share pictures and videos in a shared Google Photo Album separate of this site. Please contact Alisha or Jenn for the link.
March 13, 2025
Dear Tad, I think of you every day. Sometimes I talk to you in my head, sometimes out loud. I miss you and I wish I could just pull up a chair and laugh with you again. We had another concert in the back yard, you would have loved it! We had Joey Harkum and his band, a whole barbecue set up, and chairs around the firepit because it was cold. The sound was amazing - I wish I had your speakers, but the band brought their own, so we lucked out. The music was resonant, and I know how much you liked the acoustics in the yard.
I've started working with Adela on the Non-Profit Project Human, contributing where and when I can. She's wonderful, you were right, and in your memory I hope I can help her make something wonderful happen. Or touch a life in a way that saves it.
I've cut back on alcohol and begun grief counseling to get through how my heart breaks when I think of you. All of your friends around me talk about remembering you at the upcoming festivals and concerts, and Tony still wears your image on his lanyard to the shows we go to so that you can be there with us, too. <3
I wish you hadn't left, I wish I could hug you. I wish we could go this Summer Solstice to the beach at sunrise and just smile and drink coffee again. Take care up there in Heaven, Taddo... Til then...
I've started working with Adela on the Non-Profit Project Human, contributing where and when I can. She's wonderful, you were right, and in your memory I hope I can help her make something wonderful happen. Or touch a life in a way that saves it.
I've cut back on alcohol and begun grief counseling to get through how my heart breaks when I think of you. All of your friends around me talk about remembering you at the upcoming festivals and concerts, and Tony still wears your image on his lanyard to the shows we go to so that you can be there with us, too. <3
I wish you hadn't left, I wish I could hug you. I wish we could go this Summer Solstice to the beach at sunrise and just smile and drink coffee again. Take care up there in Heaven, Taddo... Til then...
November 22, 2024
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
October 25, 2024
October 25, 2024
I believe that many people only dwell here until they are ready to go to the next level. If I have known anyone on the next level, Tad is certainly one of them. So cheers, my friend! I know this is not the end. I will surely miss the long, deep discussions and the inspiring conversations, your sense of humor and unique perspective. But I bid you peace and love on your journey! It's been a true honor to know you and have spent our time together.
October 25, 2024
About 20 years ago, I had the absolute worst day and was completely inconsolable. At the time I was living in Baltimore. Tad was on the phone and I said that I wished so much that he was nearby because I felt like his loving energy would be the only thing that would give me some peace. He just had something special about him. About 9 hours later, he called me and surprised me with the news that he was about 2 hours out from Baltimore and would be there to hug me soon. He made the 11 hour drive back home the next day. I’ve thought about that hug every day since then. I don’t know a single other person who would have driven 22 hours round trip to spend 4 hours giving me a hug. 💕
October 23, 2024
“None of this is real,” by Tad
October 16, 2024
I miss you, Taddo, so much 😢 Jake and I are heartbroken and wish we could have had more time with you ♥️
Favorites
What was Tad’s favorite Travel destination?
I’d say anywhere with live music, followed closely by New Orleans, and Jacksonville Beach
What was Tad's favorite Food or Dish?
Cajun food
Fun fact about Tad:
Any time someone said the word “mustard”, he’d quote the Mad Hatter from Alice In Wonderland with the high silly voice saying, “Mustard?! Don’t let’s be silly, now lemon that’s different.” Referring to the Tea Party with Alice, and not putting mustard in tea 🫖 ♥️🎩 🐇
What was Tad's favorite Music?
Tad loved all live music, especially Jam Bands and talked a lot about Pretty Lights and, more recently, Hozier and the concert he went to with Ani
Service
Please join us to celebrate and pay tribute to Tad’s life.
Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11am, with a dinner to follow.
We will remember the wonderful person he was, cherish the moments shared and the joy brought into our lives. Your presence would mean a great deal to us during this time of remembrance and reflection.
Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 11am, with a dinner to follow.
We will remember the wonderful person he was, cherish the moments shared and the joy brought into our lives. Your presence would mean a great deal to us during this time of remembrance and reflection.
Location
Shepherd of the Woods Lutheran Church
7860 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32256
7860 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32256
Date/time
11/23/2024
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