Kay Wellen, 1943-2023; a former SIUE employee.
Kay Wellen, a former SIUE employee, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023, at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.
Kay was born in Highland, Ill. and was a 1961 graduate of Highland High School. After graduating, she attended SIUE. In the late 1980's, she began to work at SIUE, holding positions in Library and Information Services’ Audio-Visual Services Department and serving as a member of Information Technology Services from its founding until her retirement.
Kay loved reading, gardening, traveling and dancing with her late husband, Denny. She welcomed people in with open arms, didn't take herself too seriously, and always had a Dr. Pepper in her hand. Kay is survived by her son, several grandchildren, and her dog, George Clooney. Kay will be especially remembered as a loyal friend and a loving "Mimi" to more than just her children and grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 9-11 a.m. on Monday, June 19, 2023, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. at Spengel-Boulanger Funeral Home in Highland, Ill.