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1935 - 2009
KELLY, Henry
Of Kendall
Henry passed away peacefully Friday morning, November 6, 2009 at his home. He was born March 5, 1935 in Forrest City, AR, the son of William and Leasse Kelly. Henry was a veteran of the U.S. Army. After returning to Kalamazoo, he was employed at Pre-Cast Schoobeton followed by 34.5 years at General Motors in both Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids, years retiring in 2004. He was a member of the UAW Local 488 & 730, was active in his church and sang in the Mall City Jubilees quartet. Henry especially enjoyed the outdoors and had a great love for his pets. On April 15, 1996 in Paw Paw, Henry was united in marriage to Rebecca Withers, who survives. He is also survived by 8 children: Henry, Jr., Sandra, Curtis, Greg, and Joel Kelly, all of Kalamazoo; Tia Carter-Kelly, Andre and David Kelly, all of Grand Rapids; 3 step-children; 19 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, special cousins, and his work family at UAW Locals 488 & 730. He was preceded in death by his parents, 2 sisters, Rebecca and Mattie and a brother, Dove. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the communities of Gobles, Kendall, Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids for their love, prayers and support, and to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan for their compassion and care, especially Michelle, Connie and Julie.
Family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Friday (11/13) and from 10-11 a.m. Saturday (11/14) at the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Elder Henry Grayson officiating. Cremation will follow the service and interment will take place in Pine Grove Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be directed to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan or to your local animal shelter. |
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There are currently 14 condolences.
Theresa L. Powell
powell5482@sbcglobal.net
Tuesday November 17, 2009 at
8:16 PM
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Becky, I just heard about Henry my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May yoy find comfort and strenght in the Lord in the days to come knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
With Heartfelt sympathy,
Theresa L. Powell
Toledo Oh
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PJ Storm-Artis
Saturday November 14, 2009 at
2:52 AM
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Becky, be sure to dwell on the abundance of happy memories you and Henry created in your years together! Even though we know that God has chosen the best time to end Henry's suffering, it doesn't make it any less sad a time. Trust that He will comfort you and ease your loneliness with many more blessings to come. Also, Maurice Scruggs (who now works with me in Indianapolis), sends his condolences and prayers.
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Larry Fennema
Friday November 13, 2009 at
6:14 PM
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Hi Becky, my sympathies on your loss. Henry was a good man.
A 36th St. alumni.
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Maureen Moore
Friday November 13, 2009 at
3:16 PM
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Hi Beckie Kelly and Henrys family my prayers are with you all. Henry will be missed he was a good friend to us all from Kalamazoo to Grand Rapids
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Bishop Elect George E. Moore, Sr.
Friday November 13, 2009 at
12:38 PM
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Our prayers are with you in your time of greif.
Bishop Elect George E. Moore, Sr.
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Bob Radden
bj42@att.net
Thursday November 12, 2009 at
7:23 AM
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Becky, I'm sorry for your loss.May God give you and your family peace and grace in this hour. I enjoyed talking to you and Henry at the shop.
Bob Radden
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KENNETH MCCASLIN
Wednesday November 11, 2009 at
9:55 AM
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Becky: Henry and I greeted each other, every day for many years. We occupied lockers in the same row at GM/Kalamazoo. He was a very special man, kind, calm, and a warm smile. We will miss him. God bless you, and thank him for Hospice
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John Gorby
Tuesday November 10, 2009 at
4:38 PM
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Becky,
Henry was a graet man, he made me smile whenever I saw him. Sorry for your loss.
John
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Craig Salisbury
Tuesday November 10, 2009 at
2:19 PM
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Becky,and family my thoughts and prayers are with you.Henry was a great man always very up beat and thoughtful he surely will be missed. Craig salisbury
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Nick Cool
Tuesday November 10, 2009 at
10:40 AM
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Becky and family ,we have lost a good man . I first met Henry 34 years ago at Kalamazoo Fisher Body . He always had a kind word , and his walk with the lord never faltered . He was a big man in stature ... but always gentle .I'll miss him . Nick
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valerie thompson
Tuesday November 10, 2009 at
10:23 AM
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To the Kelly Family, May each of you find comfort in knowing that God is "near to those that are broken at heart; and those who are crushed in spirit he saves." (Psalm 34;18) He has promised to soon "swallow up death forever...and wipe the tears from all faces." (Isaiah 25;8) Take care,
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Ed Jeschke
Monday November 9, 2009 at
8:01 PM
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Becky, My heartfelt condolance to you in your time of sorrow,I did not know Henry to well but he seemed like a very easy going fellow, and a very good man. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ed Jeschke
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George Cole
Monday November 9, 2009 at
8:22 AM
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Sorry to hear of your loss.
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Frederick Skipp (Smidgen)
Sunday November 8, 2009 at
1:35 PM
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Aunt Bee,
So sorry to hear about Henry. I loved Henry. Will be thinking of you and Henry's family.Call me some time.
616-534-3091 Love ya Aunt Bee.....(Smidgen)
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