Kelly Kay Alder

Last Updated on November 5, 2025 by Cass County Communication Network

Kelly Kay Alder, 62, passed away Saturday, November 1, 2025, in her home, surrounded by her family following a hard-fought battle with cancer.

She was born November 15, 1962, in Logansport, Indiana. She graduated from Logansport High School in 1980.

On February 23, 1990, in Logansport, she was married to Russell James Alder, who preceded her in death July 22, 2022. 

Kelly was a big Days of Our Lives fan, and she’d smile at the thought of her story beginning with: “Like sands through the hourglass, so are the days of our lives.” A homemaker, she loved her family—and that included her dogs. She could spend hours coloring and doing word search puzzles, two of her favorite ways to unwind. Shopping for Kelly was always easy—if it had a penguin on it, she’d love it! Kelly never got to see the ocean, but she’d want you to go if you can. Make your dreams happen. And if you find yourself standing at the shore, take it in for her. Let the waves wash over you and enjoy it just a little extra—with Kelly in mind.

She is survived by four children, Jimmy Adair, Brittany Alder, and Katelyn Alder (Brandon Eastham), all of Logansport, and Baylie Alder, of Kokomo; grandchildren, Austin Adair, Adrianne Adair, Natalie Adair, Kierra Dunfee, Conner Nethercutt, Cameron Eastham, Carsonn Eastham, Oaklynn Eastham; and several bonus grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her father, James William Cotner, and her grandmother, Estella Grace Cotner, who was like a mother to her.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Instead of floral gifts, memorial contributions may be made to the Tribute Fund here on Kelly’s Wall to help with her final expenses.  Any amount is helpful, and her family appreciates your generosity. 

Arrangements have been entrusted to Fisher Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services.

You may share memories and offer words of comfort on her Tribute Wall at www.fisherfuneralchapel.com.