Obituary of Gary A. Kelley Sr.

Gary A. Kelley, Sr., aged 83, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025. Son of the late Kenneth and Muriel Kelley.

Gary was the beloved husband of Louise (Beddow) Kelley, with whom he shared a lifetime of memories. Together, they built a beautiful family, including their children: the late Lisa Kelley, Gary A. Kelley, Jr., Donna Shiles (Nicole), and Kathryn Gerhard (Jordan). He was a proud and loving grandfather to Patrick, Christopher, Emma, Connor, Pamela and Micaela.

Gary is also survived by his siblings Kate Moyer, Thomas Kelley (Alma), Donna Kelley, Kenneth Kelley, Jr., and Karen Kelley. He is predeceased by his siblings Nancy Pierce, Daisy Mallery, and Elvira Cline.

Gary will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, Gary's family requests donations in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and/or Smile Train.

The visitation for Gary A. Kelley, Sr. will be held at Marine Park Funeral Home on Sunday, January 26, 2025 from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. There will be a prayer service at 5:00 PM. The funeral is private.