John Martin Kelley Obituary

We announce the death of John Martin Kelley of Jefferson, Georgia, who passed away on August 16, 2026, at the age of 90. John will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Julius Martin Kelley and Artie Mae Knox Kelley; his wife Alice Olene Fuller Kelley; and his siblings, Vivian McClellan, Margaret Jones, Martha Tarrant, Diette Black, J. C. Kelley, Knox Kelley, Harold Kelley and Buddy Kelley.

He is survived by: his daughter Judy Lynn Johnson of Hamilton, Ohio.; his brothers, Arthur G. Kelley of Ellijay, GA and Henry Kelley of Seneca; his granddaughters, Heather of Hamilton and Amber Johnson of Hamilton; and his great grandchildren, Rylee Johnson, Eli Rheinfrank, Maddox Fields and Axel Hall.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to, Georgia Sheriff's Boys Ranch 5671 Boys Ranch Road, Hahira, GA 31632.