MITCHELL – Kenneth “Ken” Leroy Kelley, 70, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at his residence.
Born August 3, 1955, in Martinsville, he was the son of Basil and Cora (Grubb) Kelley.
Ken was a 1974 graduate of Martinsville High School. He worked as a travel technician for FasFax Corporation for many years, then earned his Class A CDL as a truck driver for JB Hunt. Ken loved the outdoors, listening to music, and watching old movies. He was creative and skilled in working with his hands, enjoyed building things, and was an avid craftsman and mechanic. Ken retired in 2018, but remained active; enjoying his hobbies, helping others, and spending time with family and grandkids. He will always be missed and forever loved.
Surviving are his children, Jessica (Nathan) Legler, Heather (Aaron) Deich, Jedidiah Kelley, and Rebecca (Kelley) Combs; grandchildren, Eli Combs and Lily Combs; siblings, Ronald P. Kelley, Philip R. Kelley, Randy N. Kelley, Kevin R. Kelley, Ricky D. Kelley, Barbara C. Kelley, and Robert M. Kelley; former wife, Lori (Jones) Kelley; and mother-in-law, Luella Jones.
His parents; brothers, Roger W. Kelley, Gary A. Kelley, and Darryl K. Kelley; and companion, Rita Jo Mires, preceded him in death.
Private graveside service will be held at Duncan Cemetery in Nashville, Indiana.
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