Dr. John Philip Kelley's obituary , Passed away on August 18, 2025 in Gainesville, Georgia
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Dr. John Philip Kelley

February 8, 1951 - August 18, 2025 (74 years old)

Gainesville, Georgia

Dr. John Philip Kelley's obituary , Passed away on August 18, 2025 in Gainesville, Georgia
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Dr. John Philip Kelley

February 8, 1951 - August 18, 2025 (74 years old)

Gainesville, Georgia

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John Philip Kelley Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Philip Kelley in Gainesville, Georgia, who passed away on August 18, 2025, at the age of 74, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of John Philip Kelley or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

As we bid adieu to John's earthly form, let us not dwell on the void left in his wake, but rather celebrate the legacy of love and inspiration John has bequeathed us. For though he may have departed from our sight, his spirit remains a timeless beacon, guiding loved ones through the labyrinth of life's journey.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Ralph Kelley and Esther Kelley; his daughters, Jennifer and Kaitlyn; and his son-in-law Robert Kesler.

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September 2, 2025

Peggy Simmons wrote a sympathy message

“It is with a broken heart that I try to put in words my feelings for John Kelley, my friend and colleague. He was an excellent surgeon with skilled hands and a loving heart. I missed the Hotdogs for Honduras this year because I had moved out of Georgia. It was always a good time with beautiful testimony and lovely music. He was a kind man who loved his Lord, his family, his friends and his precious souls in Honduras. GODSPEED Doc. I will treasure your memory. Peg Simmons”

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August 25, 2025

Ralph R Wynant III wrote a sympathy message

“I will always remember John Kelley from when we played together as teenagers in a band called "The Princemen Showband". We had lots of fun playing many gigs and the band even made a 45 rpm record! The last time I saw John was in 2007, when the Princemen were inducted into the Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! He will be sorely missed. Rick Wynant”

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Aug 26

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Memorial Park Funeral Homes
2030 Memorial Park Dr, Gainesville, GA 30504

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Sep 06

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St. Michael Catholic Church
1440 Pearce Cir, Gainesville, GA 30501

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