It is with regret we announce the passing of Mr. James Donald “Jim” Kelly, Jr., age 71, of Fayetteville, TN. Jim was born on August 12, 1948 to the late James Donald and Glenna Virginia Robinson Kelly, in Buckcannon, WV. He passed away on June 22, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
Jim was a owner/operator truck driver until his retirement. He loved his family and fishing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jim was of the Baptist faith.
Jim is survived by his wife, Linda Lee Sadler Kelly; daughters, Lesa (Jeff) Mann of Kelso and Lori (Doug) Morrow of Fayetteville; son, James (Stacey) Kelly, III of Fayetteville; grandchildren, J.C. (Ashley) Mann, Kelly Mann, Alex Mann, Nick (Patty) Morrow, Matthew Morrow, Chris Morrow, Jay Kelly, Clay (Kayla) Kelly, and Kelsey (Andrew) McCormick; great-grandchildren, Brandon Morrow, Jay Mann, Miles Mann, Woodley McCormick, and Riley McCormick; and sister, Mary Crites of Warren, OH.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Kelly and sister, Barbara Elwood.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. James Donald “Jim” Kelly, Jr.
16 Comments To "James Donald “Jim” Kelly, Jr."
#1 Comment By JudyHolt On June 23, 2020 @ 2:37 pm
So sorry for your loss praying for the family
#2 Comment By Lenace Hyde On June 23, 2020 @ 3:40 pm
Very sorry for this loss! We will be praying for your family at this time.
Lenace Hyde and Liz Gurley
#3 Comment By Charlie Dionne On June 23, 2020 @ 3:46 pm
Thoughts and prayers are being lifted up for your family.
May you sense God’s presence and be comforted by His Spirit.
Hospice Chaplain Charlie Dionne
#4 Comment By Carrie VerPlank On June 23, 2020 @ 4:44 pm
Thinking of you all and dear Jim. God Bless You Linda and Family. XO XO XO
#5 Comment By Gay Parsley On June 23, 2020 @ 5:33 pm
Lori and family, very sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing. My prayers are for comfort and strength during this difficult time. God Bless111
#6 Comment By Rosie Tallent On June 23, 2020 @ 8:28 pm
So sorry. Thinking of your family and praying that you will have comfort and peace in the days ahead.
#7 Comment By jerry reese On June 23, 2020 @ 8:55 pm
Sorry for the loss of Jim -Prayers for the family
Jerry and Pat Reese
#8 Comment By Erika Stuart On June 23, 2020 @ 10:17 pm
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the entire family.
#9 Comment By RIVON Shaneyfelt On June 24, 2020 @ 6:29 am
May your Memories support and comfort you throughout this very difficult time.
The beautiful family born from the love & marriage of Linda & Jim’ will transcend time and live on forever 🙏🥰
#10 Comment By Betty Arnett Staelens On June 24, 2020 @ 7:29 am
My deepest sympathy to Linda and all the children, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
#11 Comment By Kim Halcomb Cowart On June 24, 2020 @ 10:00 pm
Lori, sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. May God provide comfort and peace.
#12 Comment By Karen Chillcott On June 25, 2020 @ 4:04 am
So sorry for this loss – praying for the family at this time – his mortal body is gone, but his spirit will live on forever and I suspect his grandchildren and great grandchildren will feel his presence every time they catch a fish!
#13 Comment By Jennifer Douglas Trott On June 25, 2020 @ 8:13 am
Ms Linda, I worked with Mr Jim and always enjoyed being around him. I feel like I knew the family too as much as he shared. I loved him and praying for you and your family. He was proud of you all !
#14 Comment By Dennis and Marie Caldwell On June 25, 2020 @ 9:12 am
So sorry for your loss. Jim was always such a nice man. Prayers for Linda and family.
#15 Comment By Mike and Pat Mitts On June 25, 2020 @ 4:01 pm
So sorry to hear this. Prayers to you Linda
And your Family
#16 Comment By Angie Hall On June 26, 2020 @ 7:07 am
Lesa this just breaks my heart for you… I am so very sorry