of Marianna, AR
August 22, 1945 - January 3, 2024
Ronald D. Kelley, 78, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 in Marianna, Arkansas. He was born Wednesday, August 22, 1945 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late James R. Kelley II and Bobby Leah Kelly. Ronald enjoyed hunting and fishing. Ronald worked as a farmer, a truck driver, and welder. He also served in the U.S Navy for six years.
Ronald is survived by his two sons, James D. Kelley (Tonya) of Marianna, Arkansas, Timothy E. Kelley Sr. (Linda) of Elaine, Arkansas; one sister, Toni Farris; eight grandchildren, Timothy E. Kelley Jr. (Averi), Stephanie Anne Kelley (Brandon), Kaitlynn Joann May, Rachel Marie Kelley, Emily Rose Kelley, Gina Robinson, Derrick Meyers, and Darren Meyers; eleven great grandchildren, Tanner E. Kelley, Chloe Belle Kelley, Slane Kelley, Trypp Staman, Kianna Staman, Alayna Pelerine, Peyton Pelerine, Elijah Meyers. Amelia Robinson, Maleah Robinson, and Gianna Robinson.
Ronald is preceded in death by his loving wife of 48 years, Lois V. Kelley; his parents, James R. Kelley II and Bobby Leah Kelley and one brother, James R. Kelley III.
No services are planned at this time.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhellena.
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11 Condolence(s)
Laquetta English
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Daddy Butch I will miss you. Everyday I drive by Springdale Rd; I think about you. You never denied me of being your BabyGirl in front of no one and you will always be in my heart.
Mike & Becky Ward
Monday, January 8, 2024
Tim & family So sorry for the loss of your Dad. Will be praying for you all. Mike & Becky Ward
Mary Garrison
Saturday, January 6, 2024
Sorry for the loss of y'all's love one,He will be missed by plenty of people,
Terry & Sonya Kemp
Friday, January 5, 2024
Tim& Linda we are so sorry to hear about Mr. Butch if there is anything we can do for y’all please let us know. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love yall
Curtis and Vicky Crisp
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Sorry for your Loss, Praying for Your Families!
Larry Smart
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Sorry for the loss of Butch grew up with him and Tony talked and visited with him a lot in the past couple of years he will greatly be missed
Gwin
Thursday, January 4, 2024
David & Tim and families, my heart hurts for y'all, Butch will be missed, rest in love brother in law, may God give his family comfort and peace, we love you all
Debra & Toney Dyce
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers for all of the family for the days to come. Butch was such a good and kind man. I know he will be greatly missed!
Jeanette Reynolds
Thursday, January 4, 2024
My thoughts and prayers for everyone. So glad I got to see Butch the few times I was in Arkansas. We had great time talking about our years growing up.
Bubba & Betty Floyd Laxson
Thursday, January 4, 2024
From your old cousin Betty, Rest in peace Butch you fought a long battle on this Earth. Your Heavenly Father said it was time for you to rest. You were thoughtful to so many. Prayers and Love for all your Family and friends.
Dale @ Pam Brown
Thursday, January 4, 2024
Tim & Linda, sorry to hear about the loss of Tim’s dad. Our prayers are with you and all your family. We love y’all!
Dale & Pam Brown