The great poster artist and Bay Area character Alton Kelley passed away yesterday after a long illness. I just got this message from his family that they need some financial assistance. Help if you can.
oh man, the reality of this just keeps hitting me and the rest of the family. I have been on the phone for hours with sisters, aunts, grammas, moms etc…many have read this thread and your support is truly therapeutic. we really appreciate it.
there is literally 20 or 30k in unpaid hospital bills (that which insurance will not cover) so there is an acct setup for those who might be interested in helping out. I just sent $300 and hope that anyone who feels the urge might follow suit. anything would be greatly appreciated, I feel funny asking for handouts, but his wife has gone through hell for the last few months and the last thing she needs is to feel isolated or threatened financially.
if the urge/compassion hits:
washington mutual
101 western ave.
petaluma ca. 94952
routing# 32271627
Re: Marguerite Trousdale Kelley
Acct # 3952762942there will be a benefit held at the fillmore auditorium in s.f. sometime in the not too distant future. I will be sure to let PT and everyone I know who might want to make it when we have more info…I know that there will be some great folks there and should be a good time to celebrate the life, art and humorous wisdom that my father was known and loved for.
thanks everyone, call your family, spread the love.
yossarian, julie and the rest of the kelley family…
Thank you Yossarian for writing this so elegantly. Margurite really does need as much financial support as she can get. This strong and elegant woman was Kelley’s home and he was hers. There is now an empty space and the financial is really daunting to her. He was a brilliant artist that has left quite a mark on peoples lives. If you are able to donate financially or just attend the concert (to be anounced) Please do. Thank you for all you love and support out there. China Kelley-Bacosa