Kelly Brey

To watch a recording of the service, please use the link: https://youtu.be/DiM4dEm9PB8 

Kelly Vincent “Shooter” Brey age 63, passed away on Thursday, August 11 at Valley Transitional Care Unit in Grand Forks, ND.

Kelly was born May 5, 1959, to Vincent and Catherine (Cox) Brey in Grand Forks, ND.   He graduated from Red River High School in 1977 and continued his education at Northwest Technical Collage, earning an associate degree as surgical tech.  Most recently he was employed at Hugo's Wine and Spirits.

Kelly's friends described him as a gentle giant with a kind heart. His favorite quote was "the value isn't what something is worth. The real value is in the memories"

Kelly loved his family and friends.  He shared his life with many canine companions, most recently with a German Shorthair named Oeberon.

He had an interest in classic cars and was an avid sports fan.  He had a special passion for softball and in his youth, he played in mens and coed leagues, as a pitcher.  This earned him the name ‘Shooter’, a nickname that stayed with him throughout his life.  He devoted many years to the Grand Forks Softball Association, coaching and serving as an umpire.   At the end of his life, he was at the batter’s box, with a full count.   He went out swinging, rounded the bases and made it home.

Kelly is survived by his sister; Shelley (James) Olson, Thompson, ND; niece Jaime (Brad) Rutherford, Elko New Market, MN; great niece, Olivia Rutherford; foster sister Shannon Straus Rocker, New York.

He was preceded in death by his parents Vince and Cathy Brey.

Memorial Service will be held Monday, August 29, 2022, at 11 A.M. at Amundson's Funeral Home in Grand Forks.  Kelly was a casual guy.  He would like you to dress comfortably as you come to celebrate his life.

Visitation will be held one hour before the start of the service.