Mr. Allen Kelly, Jr.
(19470205 - 20210709)
Viewing Location: LEEVY'S FUNERAL HOME, TAYLOR STREET CHAPEL
Viewing Date & Time: MONDAY, 07/12/2021, 2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Funeral Location: LEEVY'S FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL AND LIVE STREAMED AT WWW.LEEVY.COM
Funeral Date & Time: TUESDAY, 07/13/2021, 11:00 A.M.
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Mr. Allen Kelly, Jr., affectionately known to his family as Ulysses, was born on February 5, 1947, in Blythewood, South Carolina. He was the fifth child of Allen Kelly, Sr. and Lois Young Kelly. He departed this life on Friday, July 9, 2021, surrounded by his family.
Mr. Kelly was educated in the public schools of Richland County, SC. He graduated from Bethel High School. He was drafted into the United States Army at Fort Jackson, SC, and served in the Vietnam War.
Mr. Kelly was a man of many talents and trades including: farming, logging, and welding. He loved spending time outdoors, and was passionate about caring for his farm animals. He also enjoyed reading.
Mr. Kelly accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior at an early age, and was baptized along with Ethel, who later became his wife. He was a faithful member of Round Top Baptist Church, until his passing.
He was preceded in death by: his parents, Allen Kelly, Sr. and Lois Young Kelly; brother, Henry Allen Kelly; and a sister, Viola K. Robertson.
Mr. Allen Kelly, Jr. leaves behind many to not only mourn his death, but cherish his memory and celebrate his life. Among them are: his loving wife of 52 years, Ethel Mae Miles Kelly; a son, Randy (Rickell) Kelly, of Blythewood, SC; brothers, Cleveland (Nora) Kelly and Glormack Kelly, both of Columbia, SC; sisters, Yvonne K. Gidron, Patricia (Andrew) Johnson, Constelena (Governor) Cunningham, Norma (Napoleon) Tolbert, Doreathe Jones, and Linda (Leon) Hillian, all of Blythewood, SC; grandchildren, Alexis Hill and Randy Allen Kelly, both of Blythewood, SC; great-grandchild, Kailey Smith, of Blythewood, SC; five brothers-in-law; six sisters-in-law; godchildren, Shaneki Bell, Willie Harrison, Jr., and Nona Thompson; a host of nephews, nieces; other relatives, and friends, all of whom join the family in sharing in their grief and will deeply miss Mr. Kelly.
I was surprised when I heard about Allen, Allen and I were in the same grade at Bethel High School. I’m very sorry to hear about your loss to the Allen Family. I pray that God keep the Family in Perfect Peace. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Allen has gone home to be with the Lord.
Our sincere condolences.
We are thinking of, praying for and here for you. May God provide you peace.
To Mrs. Ethel Mae Kelly, son and The Kelly loving family, I would like to send my deepest heart felt condolences. When I think of Mr. Allen I always thought of Him, his sweet wife and his always loving family of siblings. I will keep you all in prayer and continue to request Gods strength, endurance and peacefulness during this painful period. Love you all.
To Sister Ethel and Family Sending our sincere condolences in this time of sorrow. He will be missed.
Sending our condolences to the family so sorry to hear about Allen Jr will keep the family in prayers 🕯 💙 . Sally Cunningham and Sons Ricky Lionel and Lorenzo.
Sis Ethel and family, our hearts are grieved in your loss. Bro Allen’s character was one of confidence and humility. Bro Allen’s soul is resting. We pray that God strengthen you and your family for we know that the LORD will never leave us nor forsake us. Continue in your spiritual walk. We love you Sister.
Ethel, Praying for peace and comfort for you and the family. Mc and Sandye
May our Lord bless and comfort your family during this time of grief. He was truly a blessing to everyone he met and he will be missed. In this sorrowful time, we would like to extend to you our heartfelt condolences.
Praying for the Family. Extending our sympathy to the Family. May GOD bless you.
From Gladys Kelly Ellison and family. We are sorry to hear that Allen Jr. has passed. He was a great man whom we will miss. Mrs. Ethel and family you have our condolences. The Ellison Family.
We are regretfully sorry for the passing of your love one and we pray God will strengthen you and the family during this most difficult time.
Sending our prayers and love to the Kelly family in your loss of Mr Kelly. God will take care you all.
Sister Ethel and Family, our deepest condolences to you all in your time of loss of your loved one. May God be with you, keep you and provide comfort to you during this time. We love you all 🙏🏾❤
We are sorry for your loss. May God give you all strength during this difficult time.
My Condolences to Mrs. Kelly and the family. Mr. Kelly was a great man and an excellent role model, who will be greatly missed.
ETHEL & RANDY, Someone once told me that the healing process begins when you think of someone and the thought of them brings a smile to your face and warmth to your heart. I pray that the wonderful memories of of your Husband and Dad fill your hearts & mind with joy, love, understanding & comfort. Thank you for welcoming me into your family. Blessings, Pammie
Peace and joy
Condolences to Ethel and FAMILY my your hearts be easied that Allen’s at rest an old class mate a wonderful person he was now may he REST IN HEAVEN Katie Stoudemire Walker
Gi Gi, Praying God’s grace and mercy during this difficult time. Howard and Cheryl W. Johnson
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ethel, Randy (Kelli) and family, our deepest sympathy goes out to you for your great loss. We’re praying God will dry your tears and lift the heavy burden from your hearts. May your memories soon be replaced with joy and laughter. We love love you❤️ Ball & Larry