Henry Clay Kelley, Sr

August 30, 1925 - December 20, 2020



12/20/2020 - This morning dad died peacefully in his sleep. We are grateful for a full life, well lived. We are not planning any visitation or service at this time due to the pandemic. Mom asked me to let you know how much dad loved all of you, I will post Dad’s obituary when it is written.

- Kay Kelley Arnold posted on Lenehan's Family Facebook Page

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