Milton Kelly 1939-2021

Milton Kelly 1939-2021

Milton A. Kelly, 82, passed away Friday, Oct. 29, 2021, in Apache Junction, Ariz., after a long battle with Parkinson’s.

Milton was born April 3, 1939, in Marysville. He was the son of Irvin Otis Kelly and Virginia (Ring) Kelly.

Milton married Carolyn (Younger) Lillie and they later divorced.

Milton is survived by his wife, Dena, along with three sons, Kenneth (Pat) Kelly, Omaha Neb., Kevin (Sharon) Kelly, Arkansas City, and Keith (Ann) Kelly, Hoyt; two daughters, Karen (Gary) Nelson, Topeka, and Sarah (Jesse) Potts, Florence, Ariz.; and three stepchildren, Mike (Jane) Sommers, Lee’s Summit, Mo., Christopher (Kim) Sommers, Topeka, and Tammy (Marty) Bussen, Auburn. Milton was blessed with 24 grandchildren and 10 great-grandkids. 

Milton served in the Army National Guard along with working at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. for 17 years. Milton later worked for the Jackson County Road and Bridge Department until his retirement. Milton always loved farming on the side. After his retirement, Milton and Dena moved to Florence, Ariz., where he lived until his death. 

A celebration of life will be held from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 28 at the Hoyt Community Building.

(PAID OBITUARY)

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Phone: 785-364-3141
 

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